Audiobooks by F. Marion Crawford

"This audiobook is narrated by a digital voice. In the shadows of European palaces and fogbound carriage roads, a royal courier rides with a letter that could change the fate of nations. Cloaked in duty and pursued by danger, he carries not only the seal of the king—but also the burden of honor, secrecy, and forbidden love. The King’s Messenger by F. Marion Crawford is a richly atmospheric tale of political intrigue, personal sacrifice, and tragic romance set in the twilight of 19th-century diplomacy. Through moonlit streets and guarded gates, the messenger navigates alliances, betrayals, and the unspoken cost of royal service. Balancing elegance with suspense, Crawford’s prose evokes the perilous dignity of those entrusted with history’s quiet turning points. This audiobook is ideal for listeners drawn to courtly drama, secret missions, and timeless questions of love versus duty."

F. Marion Crawford (Author), Digital Voice Andrew E (Narrator)

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Wandering Ghosts

"Step into the eerie world of Wandering Ghosts by F. Marion Crawford, a classic collection of ghost stories that explore the darker corners of the supernatural. From shadowy mansions hiding deadly secrets to ghostly ships adrift in eternal fog, these tales masterfully combine suspense, mystery, and gothic horror. Perfect for fans of timeless ghost stories, this audiobook brings Crawford's unforgettable narratives to life, drawing listeners into a realm where every shadow whispers a secret and the unknown waits just beyond the edge of reality."

F. Marion Crawford (Author), Arthur Merrick (Narrator)

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For the Blood Is the Life and Other Creepy Classics, Volume 2

"Ghosts, ghouls, witches, and other unearthly creatures promise to chill the blood and raise the hair of even the most courageous listener. Volume Two in this series presents more classic horror to enjoy beyond the spooky season. Brought to you by the slightly unhinged Utah Audiobook Narrators. List of the stories: “For the Blood Is the Life” narrated by Cindy Kay“The Devil and Tom Walker” narrated by Sean Jensen“The Cask of Amontillado” narrated by LD Weller“Oh, Whistle, and I’ll Come to You, My Lad” narrated by Nancy Peterson“The Masque of the Red Death” narrated by John Hopkinson“The Death of Halpin Frayser” narrated by Alyssa Hickman Grove“The Judges House” narrated by A.J. Shuck“The Yellow Sign” narrated by Zach Young“Feathertop” narrated by Eve Passeltiner“A Thumb Print and What Came of It” narrated by BJ Harrison“A Witch’s Curse” narrated by Emma Faye“The Screaming Skull” narrated by Jerry Harris“The Music of Erich Zann” narrated by Adam Skousen“Berenice” narrated by Alan Peterson"

Ambrose Bierce, Bram Stoker, Edgar Allan Poe, F. Marion Crawford, H.P. Lovecraft, Louisa May Alcott, M.R. James, Mark Twain, Nathaniel Hawthorne, Robert W. Chambers, Washington Irving (Author), A. J. Shuck, Adam Skousen, Alan Peterson, Alyssa Hickman Grove, B. J. Harrison, Cindy Kay, Emma Faye, Eve Passeltiner, Jerry Harris, John Hopkinson, LD Weller, Nancy Peterson, Sean Jensen, Zach Young (Narrator)

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Ghostly Tales: Spine-Chilling Stories of the Victorian Age

"A classic collection of haunting stories by Charles Dickens, Sir Arthur Conan Doyle, Robert Louis Stevenson, and more. A vengeful phantom lurks in a country graveyard. A whaling crew becomes trapped on a haunted ship. A human skull is kept locked in a cupboard—but sometimes at night, it screams... This collection of tales transports the listener to a time when staircases creaked in old manor houses, and a candle could be blown out by a gust of wind—or by a passing ghost. Penned by some of the greatest Victorian novelists and masters of the ghost story genre, each comes to life in this vivid rendition. Ghostly Tales: Spine-Chilling Stories of the Victorian Age is skillfully narrated by Kristina Fuller Yuen. Produced and published by Echo Point Books & Media, an independent bookseller in Brattleboro, Vermont. ©2017 Chronicle Books (P)"

Amelia B. Edwards, Charles Dickens, Elizabeth Gaskell, F. Marion Crawford, M.R. James, Robert Louis Stevenson, Sir Arthur Conan Doyle (Author), Kristina Fuller Yuen (Narrator)

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Cursed Curiosities: 10 Tales of Haunted Relics

"A collection of classic works concerning items that harbour sinister secrets and unusual powers. Contents: 'The Artist and the Door' by Dorothy Quick The house and contents had been exorcised of evil... 'The Ghoul Gallery' by Hugh B. Cave An eldritch horror that leaped out of the black night. 'The Haunted Dolls' House' by M. R. James An antique dolls’ house, complete with a family of figurines. 'Lethe' by Harold G. Shane The strange fascination of an old oil painting. 'The Magic Mirror' by Algernon Blackwood A devil-mirror famed for bringing both death and riches. 'The Ring' by J. M. Fry A series of startling happenings beset the man who wore that ring. 'The Screaming Skull' by F. Marion Crawford A curious, haunted skull. 'The Shining Pyramid' by Arthur Machen Mysterious stones that begin to appear on the edge of a man's land. 'The Waxwork' by A. M. Burrage A journalist spends the night alone in a wax museum. 'The Willow Landscape' by Clark Ashton Smith Concerning the curious nature of an ancient painting."

A.M. Burrage, Algernon Blackwood, Arthur Machen, Clark Ashton Smith, Dorothy Quick, F. Marion Crawford, Hugh B. Cave, M.R. James (Author), Ian Gordon (Narrator)

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Khaled (Unabridged)

"This audiobook is narrated by a digital voice. In the scorching Arabian desert, where sand stretches as far as the eye can see, a powerful jinn named Khaled is cast out of his celestial realm. Offered a chance at redemption, he is bound to Earth in human form. His sole mission: win the love of a captivating princess, Zehowah. Yet, her heart remains a guarded fortress. As trials unfold and danger looms, Khaled will discover that true love demands not just passion, but the ultimate sacrifice. Will Khaled's newfound humanity redeem him, or will he forever be damned to wander the sands, a jinn yearning for what he can never possess? Dive into a world of magic, intrigue, and star-crossed desires in 'Khaled: A Tale of Arabia.'"

F. Marion Crawford (Author), Digital Voice Marcus G (Narrator)

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A Victorian Gentleman's Ghostly Anthology

"Twelve of the very best Victorian short ghost stories, all written by incredibly talented, but oft-times overlooked or forgotten, authors. The Victorian era is remembered for many things, but one of the fondest is the wide and varied array of short, ghostly, suspenseful tales…often enjoyed around the fireside at Christmas time. In this new anthology, John Banks performs twelve of the very best, all written by incredibly talented, but oft-times overlooked or forgotten, authors. Once you tire of Dickens and James, these are the true masters of short-form suspense: - “The Steel Mirror” by W.W. Fenn - “A Real Country Ghost Story” by Albert Smith - “The Weird Violinist” by Anonymous - “Walsham Grange: A Real Ghost Story” by E. Morant Cox - “Haunted” by Coulson Kernahan - “Nicodemus” by Alfred Crowquill - “The Veiled Portrait” by James Grant - “The Ghost Chamber” by Anonymous - “The Doll’s Ghost” by F. Marion Crawford - “How Peter Parley Laid A Ghost: A Story of Owl’s Abbey” by Anonymous - “The Ghost’s Summons” by Ada Buisson - “A Terrible Retribution; or, Squire Orton’s Ghost” by Anonymous"

Ada Buisson, Albert Smith, Alfred Crowquill, Coulson Kernahan, E. Morant Cox, F. Marion Crawford, James Grant, W.W. Fenn (Author), John Banks (Narrator)

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The Doll's Ghost

"The charming but nonetheless creepy tale of Nina, a little girl's doll, who repays the kindness shown her after she is damaged in a fall. The Doll's Ghost is taken from the Victorian Anthologies series featuring short stories by classic writers of the spooky, the scary and the supernatural. Guaranteed to give you the shivers, each collection includes familiar and loved creepy tales as well as those less well-known. With music by Benedict Edwards."

F. Marion Crawford (Author), Amy Rockson (Narrator)

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The Upper Berth

"The story takes place aboard a transatlantic ocean liner. A passenger named Brisbane is puzzled when the steward behaves oddly while taking his luggage to his stateroom, number 105. In the middle of the first night, Brisbane is further perplexed when his roommate suddenly leaps down from the upper berth and runs out of the cabin. In the morning, Brisbane learns that his roommate has gone overboard - and was the fourth consecutive occupant of the same upper berth to do so."

F. Marion Crawford (Author), Simon Johns (Narrator)

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Casting the Runes, and Other Classic Stories of the Supernatural

"English author Montague Rhodes James (1862–1936) is considered by many aficionados the unquestioned master of the modern ghost story, and several of his tales have served as source material for multiple creepy film versions. He broke new ground by abandoning many of the conventions of gothic mysteries and substituting contemporary settings, situations, and characters. Nevertheless, as a Cambridge medieval scholar, James was steeped in the esoteric lore of the Middle Ages, and he applied that scholarship brilliantly to his stories. The four stories in this compilation not by James are meant to serve as prime illustrations of the best work of a few of his contemporaries and immediate antecedents. Contents include:Casting the Runes – M. R. JamesWailing Well – M. R. JamesRats – M. R. JamesMezzotint – M. R. JamesCount Magnus – M. R. JamesNumber 13 – M. R. JamesOh, Whistle and I’ll Come – M. R. JamesThe Monkey’s Paw –W. W. JacobsGreen Tea – Sheridan Le FanuThe Screaming Skull – F. Marion CrawfordHow Love Came to Professor Guildea – Robert Hichens"

F. Marion Crawford, M.R. James, Robert Hichens, Sheridan Le Fanu, W.W. Jacobs (Author), Gabrielle De Cuir, Justine Eyre, Paul Boehmer, Stefan Rudnicki (Narrator)

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Man Overboard

"Francis Marion Crawford (1854-1909) was an American writer, born in Italy and educated in the USA. He also studied at the universities of Cambridge and Heidelberg. He was a prolific writer in many fields but it was his novels that were most popular, commanding a large following. His stories of the macabre and supernatural are very highly regarded."

F. Marion Crawford (Author), Roy Macready (Narrator)

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The Screaming Skull

F. Marion Crawford (Author), Roy Macready (Narrator)

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