Short Story Press has 17 audiobooks on Listento.it, narrated by 16 narrators. The most-rated is Short Story Press Presents Agent Romanov.
Short Story Press Presents Walk a Mile
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Short Story Press presents "Walk a Mile", by Calandria JohnLouis. “Walk a Mile” is a story about the impending divorce of Jackson and Linda Rincon, a wealthy Malibu couple, who have been married for a long time, and the way it complicates the life of their only daughter, Melania. There is a long-standing, ugly divorce pending This couple has deep, dark secrets that are threatening to come to the light The Rincons are fighting over money and property Their only daughter, Melania, has been caught in the middle Melania and her father have worked together to build a successful company Everything Melania has known to be true and real may in fact not be at all The story weaves together a complicated relationship between a powerful family Will Melania be forced to choose a side between her parents?
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Short Story Press Presents Mage Finals
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Short Story Press presents "Mage Finals", by David Beaver. The story of "Mages Final" revolves around Keldon, a dedicated student at the Academy of Magical Arts. The honor student often spends late nights studying, and most of his life revolves around his books. More than anything, he wants to be a great wizard, and he will sacrifice the human pleasures of fun, fellowship, and even sleep to achieve that dream. Things grow worse as finals approach. The pressure is on, and Keldon is studying more than ever. As he will find, however, no amount of studying will prepare him for this. The headmaster decides to administer a more practical final in lieu of tests and essays. Instead, Keldon will have to journey to a dark lair where many undead abominations await, and he will ultimately have to battle a dark and powerful necromancer in order to stop him from achieving his sinister dreams of immortality and lichdom. In order to pass his test, Keldon must not only survive by defeating the necromancer and his undead minions, but also by displaying selflessness and virtue. Perhaps he will be his own worst enemy as he faces a dark temptation. Will he survive and pass the test to become a mage and someday a great wizard? Or will he ultimately fail and face the possibility of defeat and oblivion?
©2018 HowExpert (P)2018 HowExpert
Short Story Press Presents Kidnapped Writer
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Short Story Press Presents Kidnapped Writer by Eve Gaal "Kidnapped Writer" is about our melting pot here in America. The main character is Viola, and she’s having a horrible day. In fact, it is absolutely the worst day of her life. After years at her newspaper job as a writer, they’ve cut back on everything and put her into the advertising department. On her way out of town for the weekend, she gets kidnapped by a strange family needing her help. Outraged, Viola finds herself held captive by a very old woman in a dingy Italian restaurant. As the grandmother reveals the startling story about her family, Viola quickly forgets her own troubles. The dilemma is that things have changed, and even if she wanted to help, it might not be possible. Sympathizing with her kidnappers doesn’t exactly solve her problems. Or does it?
©2016 ShortStoryPress (P)2018 ShortStoryPress
Camano Island's Heartbeat
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In this story, you will experience a wide range of emotions while applying to the consistent theme of maintaining a positive outlook even in times of negativity and disarray. The story takes the listener and main character through a story that exemplifies: The relatable occurrence of sadness that all beings have experienced The importance of keeping a positive outlook in order to pull yourself out of the depths of sadness The implication to not cling or hold on to the past and look towards the future The ideology that serving and giving yourself brings happiness The power of a relationship and bond between animal and man The heavy weight of expectations that comes from friends and family that can keep people from following their dreams Beautifies family relationships and the need for understanding as a person who is an introvert and desires to be alone The ideology that action is important, and to take action immediately The Buddhist ideology of having the option to be running from darkness to brightness or from darkness to more darkness - you decide. The concept that all things rise, stay for some time, then pass away indicating there is no need to hate something viewed as negative or even love and attach oneself to something positive A story that shows there is happiness where you look for it, and sadness if you desire it. All the ideas portrayed in the story of Peter are to help the world today find the most out of the life they live. To realize they can give themselves if they feel that they don’t have enough and there is someone who needs it more than you know. It indicates to not wallow in sadness, even if it is all you have. It shows to take action and do good as this will be the best thing to heal you from your darkness. Stay bright!
©2019 Short Story Press (P)2019 Short Story Press
Jacklighters
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The plot of “Jacklighters” unfolds in the fictitious small Illinois town of Silverton, where life is normally quaint and peaceful. When Riley Jensen hears that Len Wilkins, a family friend who also employs her father as a farm hand, has been found dead with his eyes burned out of his head, her latent but innate heroism emerges. When news of several deaths of the same nature as that of Len Wilkins’ travels throughout Silverton, Riley becomes gripped with concern and fear for her grandfather Murray, who is a stubborn, leather-tough old man living alone in the countryside, miles outside of Silverton. After Riley’s parents have rushed to the hospital in a neighboring town because her mother Cece is in labor, Riley tries to reach Murray to convince him to come into town and stay until the mysterious deaths are solved, but Murray can’t be reached. Only 15 and with no driver’s license, Riley takes her dad’s Harley out to Murray’s house to check on him. She arrives to find him under assault by a gray alien with a blinding laser focused directly into his eyes. With ninja-like deft, Riley hops upon a mare, and uses the horse’s hooves to destroy the alien mechanism — and the alien. With Murray safe, the pair drive back to Silverton just in time for Riley to get the news that she has a new baby brother, Arden. When she goes to see the baby the next day, she is sure he possesses otherworldly intelligence and is convinced that Arden is a star child, come to brighten the Jensen family’s world. About the Writer Bill Knorr is a former English teacher and environmental professional who loves composing and recording music, drawing, painting, and writing young adult short stories. He has written over 20 short stories and one novella, all in the Young Adult/Science Fiction/Fantasy genre. From the Midwest, Bill draws much of his inspiration from small town or rural customs and characters. Many of his story ideas have come while hiking in some of the vast and beautiful forested areas of Illinois. Bill’s day gig is now primarily as a freelance technical copywriter, but he has also been delving into the realm of voice acting. Although much of his work experience has been in the industrial, environmental, or educational fields, his true love is all things creative. Short Story Press publishes unique and original short stories written by everyday writers throughout the world.
©2020 Short Story Press (P)2020 Short Story Press
Short Story Press Presents Adjo and the Invitation
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Short Story Press presents "Adjo and the Invitation", by Natashiah Jansen. A parallel world, a magical crystal, a phoenix, and an invitation: These are some of the exciting things in store for you with the latest Natashiah Jansen story, entitled “Adjo and the Invitation”. You’ll be transported to the parallel world of Hatshepsut’s temple and learn: Why Adjo was sent an invitation Why his mother carried a pouch around her neck Why his father was killed The secret of the phoenix Who Anub is From where the phoenix originates Who will be victorious at the end of the day If you love a little bit of everything, you will like “Adjo and the Invitation”.
©2018 Short Story Press (P)2018 Short Story Press
Short Story Press Presents Never Been on Broadway
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Short Story Press Presents Never Been on Broadway by Ryan Pruitt Never Been on Broadway is a romantic short story about the reality of fame and about how far away from reality the famous can be. The story follows the first day of Evelyn Alford’s first ever trip to New York City. We meet her working actor cousin Eric Freeman, a young man trying to balance an ever-growing fame with the humble beginnings from where he came, Johnny Edwards, a man born in the spotlight but an actor bordering on irrelevancy whose play opening that night marks a critical juncture in his career. The allure of Broadway, the millions who come each year seeking fame but the few who truly understand the luck and the randomness involved. Never Been on Broadway goes behind the closed dressing rooms doors and shows the true fears and attitudes of today’s stars living in a 24 hour social media world. Evelyn, while suffering misfortune in her own life, provides an inspiration and strong female lead character who has never played the victim and continues to see things half-full; she represents the best of America, a country that does its best when it has been knocked back on its heels.
©2012 Short Story Press (P)2020 Short Story Press
Short Story Press Presents True Wind
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Short Story Press Present True Wind by Matthew Kilpatrick “True Wind” is a fantasy adventure story set in a secondary world where magic exists and so do merfolk (although not in the form traditionally depicted in similar stories). Moonheart, a young merman of the Calm Winds tribe, is sent on a mission to rescue a human (or “drylander”) woman from the clutches of another drylander country’s enemy nation. He must also take his young, vulnerable sister, True Wind, so that she may discover her destiny. The story features: A secondary fantasy world filled with magic and other strange things A young merman’s struggle with bravery and conflicting loyalties A young secondary antagonist who hopes to discover her destiny, even if it means facing danger A dangerous rescue mission performed in an unknown, foreign land A climactic and unexpected resolution The story begins with a depiction of the lives of Moonheart and his fellow merfolk but soon transforms into a suspenseful adventure where the stakes are high and a false or ill-considered move can mean disaster. You will follow Moonheart’s quest to protect True Wind at any cost, even if it means denying her destiny. He may learn, however, that destiny is not something one can thwart, no matter how determined they may be.
©2018 Short Story Press (P)2018 Short Story Press
Short Story Press Presents Why You
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Short Story Press Presents Why You by Tara Mitchell “Why You” is about two seniors. One has a rough and troubled home life. The other has a strong close knit family. Collin takes charge after his girlfriend Cleo disappears for a short time. He looks for her at work and school. He goes to her home and there discovers the root of Cleo's life problems. Not knowing what to do, Collin talks to his parents about the situation and finds they are his best allies to help Cleo break away from a horrible mother and make a life of her own. Collin and Cleo enjoy the company of one another but through her disappearance Collin discovers his love for Cleo. He would not give up on her. Cleo learns that family can be a great thing. She also learns that not every person who befriends you wants to use you for their own gain. She finally learns to love and to trust. Buy this audiobook now!
©2018 Short Story Press (P)2018 Short Story Press
Beyond the Green Curtain
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Mary is a gas-station attendant with an epileptic son who can barely make ends meet, when she makes them meet at all. She has dreams of a forbidden love but can’t focus on those dreams when she can’t even buy her son’s medicine. She has a real knack for staying calm under pressure and steadfastly does what she needs to, in order to keep food on their table and a roof over their heads.
One day, she has an encounter with a woman who claims she can change Mary’s life in an instant.
After a strange dream that seems like a sign, Mary meets her mystery woman, who offers her a strange deal. From there, Mary is taken on a whirlwind ride that threatens to crack her reality in two. She’s taken “behind the curtain” into a world she never dreamed could imagine - a world where nightmarish chaos is only kept at bay by a small few - and now they want her to be one of them.
It seems like the opportunity of a lifetime, but will Mary be willing to sacrifice her own values and those she’s trying to teach to her son in order to get them a better life?
About the author:
Brandon Humphreys was born and raised in the Pacific Northwest and most of his short stories take place in his home state of Washington. He has a Master of Arts degree in English and creative writing, and he works as a freelance writer, adjunct writing professor, and a college writing consultant when he’s not writing his own fiction and blog pieces. He is a veteran of the Washington Air National Guard, plays guitar, loves dogs, and loves to fly kites on the beach. He is currently finishing his first novel about a bunch of dragons and their worshipers on another world.
Short Story Press publishes unique and original short stories by everyday writers throughout the world.
©2019 Short Story Press (P)2019 Short Story Press
Short Story Press Presents Pearl Port Singer
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Short Story Press Presents Pearl Port Singer by Natashiah Jansen Mermaids, mermen, treacherous villagers, and a Nix: these are some of the exciting things in store for you with the latest Natashiah Jansen story entitled Pearl Port Singer. You’ll be taken on a dive into the magical world of merpeople and learn: why the treacherous villagers set up false harbor lights; why the mermaids want to stop them; why the mermaids call on Antaeus to help; why Antaeus believes that Damarion, the moon equatorial feeder, would bring them victory; who and what is Rusalka really; why Ella dislikes Rusalka; who will be with the fin at the end of the day. If you love humorous stories, you will love Pearl Port Singer.
©2012 Short Story Press (P)2019 Short Story Press
Short Story Press Presents Running into the Rain
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Short Story Press presents "Running into the Rain", by Brandon Dowless. Alan and Katie, a young couple married for not quite a year, have both been consumed with work and wrapped up in starting their lives ever seen their marriage. But now, they've been given the chance to escape their busy lives for the first time since their honeymoon. Katie's father, a big-time real estate broker, has offered them the keys to a beach house for a weekend, and the two jump at the opportunity. Katie's younger brother comes in to watch the house and family dog, and she and Alan strike directly for the beach, eager for a weekend of fun and sun. Unfortunately, Mother Nature has other plans, and strong thunderstorms follow the unlucky couple all the way to their destination and stick around. Unable to fully enjoy all the ocean has to offer, the two are stuck inside for the weekend. Now, the young couple has to find ways to enjoy themselves indoors, all plans for swimming and bikinis washed away under the torrential rainfall. Will Alan and Katie make it work? Or will the weekend be a bust, and will they return to their busy lives at the end of the weekend as desperate for love as they were at the beginning?
©2018 Short Story Press (P)2018 Short Story Press
Short Story Press Presents On the Way to New York
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On the Way to New York is the story of a workplace romance that takes more than seven years to develop. Ella is an ambitious, advertising executive vying for a promotion to an office in New York City, effectively escaping Cleveland, Ohio. Only one man stands in the way of her realizing her dreams. Cameron, also ambitious to make it in New York City, is the immature competition Ella must surpass to earn the promotion. With the help of her wily assistant Marie, Ella is able to land a meeting with a representative of an extremely large account for her firm. Success with this potential client could make her career and secure her promotion to New York. Cameron, a habitual jokester and charmer, weasels his way into Ella's big meeting. He claims he only wants to help her, but she finds that hard to believe. Out of the blue, Ella and Cameron click in a way they never anticipated. A building attraction and mutual respect is found to exist, and the sky is their limit. After landing the firm's largest single account, they are offered the opportunities of their lifetimes.
©2018 Short Story Press (P)2018 Short Story Press
Short Story Press Presents Today's Second Chance
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Today's Second Chance is the tale of young love lost and years later rekindled by chance. Maya returned to her home state of Indiana after many years of moving around and seeing the country. "Maya is a character I personally feel quite a connection to. She is fiercely independent and a single mom who made the best of her and her child's life," says author Tara Mitchell. "Maya finds herself reflecting on paths not taken over the years and fearful that the best of life has passed her by. Her son has left the nest and she is alone for the first time in decades." Lucas was the one man in her past that she never got over. As kids, they were intimate with each other and had a very close friendship. Without warning, Maya left Lucas behind. She pined for him for years. He waited for her to return. They move through their lives with something missing, until she runs into him while out running errands. He is still the most attractive man she knows. He still carries a torch for Maya. "Maya and Lucas are so drawn to each other. It's an attraction that cannot be denied for long," states the author. "They take some time to get reacquainted but their strong attraction is a distraction to their everyday lives. Their story takes them back in time and age to feeling young and wildly passionate. Who says you can't go back?"
©2018 Short Story Press (P)2018 Short Story Press
Short Story Press Presents The Tronik Gambit
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Short Story Press Presents The Tronik Gambit by Salim Farhat The Tronik Gambit is the story of a rag-tag group of air pirates. Like their older, sea-borne brethren, they spent years terrorizing aerial shipping, raiding ships on the seas with float-planes, and robbing towns and remote outposts on land, and using their machines to make the fastest getaways imaginable and were a huge thorn in the side of the authorities. Operating from a massive flying aircraft carrier and using clouds, mist, and forbidding terrain to hide their presence and move around with impunity, their weapons and machines are makeshift and purchased from corrupt industrialists and created entirely from scratch with nothing but stolen parts and material, or outright stolen from the legitimate governments of the world. Amid all this, there is a massive war going on between the Drakameer and the Ukarin, two nations with a history of bitterness that runs so deeps that neither side has any qualms against using criminals, madmen, or psychopaths against each other. While they’re still officially wanted, air pirates were used to do thing that would be too difficult for them to explain to their own citizens. For all their success, most of the gang has grown weary of their life on the edge and yearn to go back to the society that they had turned their backs on, so long ago. So they use their connections with some shady individuals in the Ukarin military, men who have no qualms selling their country’s secrets for a fistful of cash and some favors. Discovering that the ruthless General Tronik, a psychopath with a pathological need to undertake military ventures that border on the suicidal, they realize they not only have their ticket to securing their pardon, but to ending their careers with the biggest bang imaginable. All while taking on the most monstrous war machine they had ever produced: the flying battleship Briesmonis.
©2018 Short Story Press (P)2018 Short Story Press
Short Story Press Presents Sergeant's Heart
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Short Story Press presents "Sergeant's Heart", by Natashiah Jansen. Love lost and new beginnings: These are the things you can expect in the latest Natashiah Jansen story, entitled “Sergeant’s Heart”. Celest didn’t expect to start her new life with the love of her life on such a devastating note. Luckily for her, Dina, a lifelong friend, is always by her side to support her. In her journey to recovery, a handsome stranger moves into the neighborhood. If only she knows how much they have in common. Click "Buy Now" to download.
©2018 Short Story Press (P)2018 Short Story Press
Short Story Press Presents Agent Romanov
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Short Story Press Presents Agent Romanov by Natashiah Jansen Brigitte had a rough start in life. It all began when her village was bombed when she was just a child. After being sent to the US by a refugee agency, she drifted from one foster home to another for some time. In her pursuit to find the sense of family, she is recruited by the Russian mob, where she meets up with an old friend. The mob offers them everything except freedom. She wants more. She changes her name and makes a new life for herself. She meets Martin who makes her an offer that is hard to refuse. Everything goes well until she falls in love. In an effort to get information, she makes a deal with a devil called Olga, the wife of the Russian mob boss. Her past comes to haunt her and almost takes the life of her lover. In an effort to protect her love, she betrays Martin. Just when she thought everything was going her way, Olga surprises her with a special request to prove her loyalty. At first, she hesitates but keeping her love alive is more important. Everything is perfect until she receives a phone call that would change her whole life.
©2018 Short Story Press (P)2018 Short Story Press