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It begins with just a few people falling ill. Another flu virus that spreads around the globe. And then the reports begin that people are dying.... When most of the world's population is wiped out, a handful of survivors are left to pick up the pieces. Cities become graveyards. Technology becomes largely obsolete. Mankind must start again.

Since the first appearance of a vampire in Robert Southey’s Thalaba the Destroyer, we mortals have endured a morbid fascination with these peculiar creatures of the night. They come in many forms: charming and seductive; ghastly and terrible. Join us as we explore a number of classic yarns concerning the various guises of the vampire, from Aleksey Tolstoy’s horrifying description of a vampiric family to Robert E. Howard’s tale of a creature loosed from bondage after having been buried for over three centuries. Thank the gods these creatures are fictitious…aren’t they?

​The My Fair Lady story gets a thoroughly modern, thoroughly invigorating update in this unsparing (and hilarious) look at America’s capitalist tech culture. Eli is a tough young woman who makes paper flowers on Venice Beach, where she lives in a homeless tent camp. A chance encounter with a smug tech CEO, Hig, sparks an intriguing quid pro quo: she brings him an image-burnishing entrepreneurial offer, and he, in turn, hires her to present GAL - his new artificial intelligence service - at an upcoming conference.

William Collins Books and Decca Records are proud to present ARGO Classics, a historic catalogue of classic prose and verse read by some of the world’s most renowned voices. Originally released as vinyl records, these expertly remastered stories are now available to download for the first time...

A party girl and a grumpy British CEO fake a dream European honeymoon for a reality TV show that could save their travel agency—and give them both a new lease on life (and love)—if only they’d take the chance. “Smart, sharp, sizzling.”—Elsie Silver, #1 New York Times bestselling...

Survival of the vampires was his duty, and as king, Levi ruled with an iron fist. In his thirst for power, he made one impulsive decision, and now madness was dogging his every step. Including kidnapping a witch who brought peace to the beast inside of him. Amaya controlled chaos, the very essence of magic, and yet within her it reigned. She had the weight of caring for her ill mother on her shoulders and was one careless step from complete ruin. Including giving herself to the king of vampires. Levi thought overcoming his witch's objections would be his biggest hurdle.

What if menopause isn't an ending, but an invitation to healing and renewal? Your body pushes you to accept that everything is about to change. Hot flashes, brain fog, midnight wakefulness, unexplained weight gain - these aren't signs of decline. They are your body's signal that you are ready to step into something vital, stronger, and far more awake than you've ever been.

Stephanie Michelakakis worked and sacrificed for her position as a lieutenant in the Coalition. Nicholas Deffand was the youngest male ever named as the captain of King Jotham's Royal Guard. These two dedicated people never expected to find love. Will they be strong enough to make it work, or will their relationship be another sacrifice they must make?

They call him the Wolfman - because he takes a bite out of his victims and because they found the first victim in the East End's lonely Wolf Street. Scotland Yard are anxious to find the killer and Inspector Rebus is drafted in to help. But his Scotland Yard opposite number, George Flight, isn't...

Set in the 19th century, Isabel Miller's classic lesbian novel traces the relationship between Patience White and Sarah Dowling, whose romantic bond does not sit well with their puritanical New England community. In addition to being an inspiring love story, the audiobook for Patience and Sarah is an ideal listen for young-adult audiences. It is a story that shows how irrelevant race, religion, and gender are to love, and that loving, and being loved, are what keep us human and sane.

A sweeping love story set against the Jacobite revolution. Told in dual timelines, The Vanished Days is a captivating story of intrigue, adventure, endurance, romance - and the bold courage to hope when it seems all hope is lost. 'An engrossing and deeply romantic novel' RACHEL HORE...

It was to be the most important case of Morton Farrier’s career in forensic genealogy so far. A case that had eluded him for many years: Finding his own father. Harley "Jack" Jacklin disappeared just six days after a fatal fire at his Cape Cod home on Christmas Eve in 1976, leaving no trace behind. Now his son, Morton must travel to the East Coast of America to unravel the family’s dark secrets in order to discover what happened to him. This is the sixth book in the Morton Farrier genealogical crime mystery series, although it can be enjoyed as a stand-alone story.

William S. Burroughs’ fiction and essays are legendary—but his influence on music’s counterculture has been less well-documented until now. Examining how one of America’s most controversial literary figures altered the destinies of many notable and varied musicians, William S. Burroughs and the Cult of Rock ‘n’ Roll reveals the transformations in music history that can be traced to Burroughs. The stories of Burroughs’ backstage impact will transform the way you see America’s cultural revolution and the way you hear its music.

The rockstars of Pontypandy Mike and Elvis are busy practising for their big concert in the harbour. When Fireman Sam pops over to hear them play, however, he finds the pair during a heated argument! The band decides to split up, and Mike and Elvis must both find new ways to entertain the crowd at the concert - but it’s hard to learn a new skill or to find a replacement in time. When sparks start flying at the concert, it’s up to Fireman Sam and his trusty firefighting crew to save the day and help Mike and Elvis become friends again.

A BBC Radio full-cast dramatisation of Wilde's gothic masterpiece. When Dorian Gray gazes upon his portrait, he is struck by his own youth and beauty and makes a wish that they will last forever. Gradually, his simple good nature is corrupted with the help of his hedonistic friend Lord Henry...

In Terence Rattigan’s classic drama, an aging schoolmaster at an English secondary school faces the harsh judgments of his students, his fellow teachers, and his vicious and spiteful wife. But can a lone act of kindness from a sympathetic student change his heart? This recording also includes an interview with Michael Darlow, the author of Terence Rattigan: The Man and His Work.

NOW A MAJOR AMAZON PRIME DOCUMENTARY SERIES 'A real-life page turner more intriguing than anything on Netflix..' Matt Nixson, Mail on Sunday '[A story] almost too mad to make up, too good not to tell.' Ben Dirs, BBC World News In July 1978, two bodies were discovered in the sea off Guatemala...

The sounds of the nature: A hammock for the soul! With this audiobook, experience the power of nature like on a dreamlike vacation. Nature Sounds - with over 5 hours of ambient sounds, recorded all over the world. Using state-of-the-art recording technology, with extremely high fidelity, and the best spatial atmosphere. Your audiobook provides: Babbling Brooks (without music), perfect for for deep sleep, meditation, relaxation. Authentic recordings from the enchanting forests of Sweden, New Zealand, Germany and Switzerland.

William Collins Books and Decca Records are proud to present ARGO Classics, a historic catalogue of classic prose and verse read by some of the world’s most renowned voices. Originally released as vinyl records, these expertly remastered stories are now available to download for the first time...

Immerse yourself in this comprehensive survey of ancient Greece from 750 to 323 B.C.-from the emergence of Greece at the end of the Dark Ages to the final disintegration of Greek autonomy through the Macedonian kings Philip II and Alexander the Great.