Audiobooks by Fredric Brown

The Fabulous Clipjoint: An Edgar-Award-winning classic crime thriller, perfect for fans of Golden Age murder mysteries

"Brought to you by Penguin. Winner of the 1948 Edgar Award for Best First Novel, this gripping murder mystery is a much-loved classic. In 1940s Chicago, a man is killed in the midst of a night-long bender, caught between barrooms in what appears to be a mugging gone awry. The police aren’t interested in finding Wallace’s murderer, but his teenage son, Ed, thinks there’s more to this than meets the eye. The witnesses aren’t telling the whole story, and in the process of finding the killer, Ed makes another discovery: Wallace was a very different man to the father he thought he knew. The Edgar Award-winning novel that announced a legendary voice in crime fiction, The Fabulous Clipjoint is the first in Fredric Brown’s long-running Ed & Am Hunter series. The book’s memorable mixture of a hardboiled mystery with an urban coming of age narrative remains fresh to this day. 'Ingenious . . . Plunges the reader into a desperate, working-class America' Washington Post ‘Brown deserves the same acclaim as Raymond Chandler.’ Booklist ‘The first of seven cases for Ed and Am will leave readers hungry for more.’ Kirkus © Fredric Brown 1947 (P) Penguin Audio 2026"

Fredric Brown (Author), Christopher Ragland (Narrator)

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Golden Age Science Fiction Short Stories Vol. 1: Beyond Lies the Wub, Tony and the Beetles, Earthmen Bearing Gifts

"Explore three classic science fiction tales of alien encounters, human misunderstanding, and unsettling imagination in Golden Age Science Fiction Short Stories Vol. 1. Featuring memorable stories by Philip K. Dick and Fredric Brown, this collection delivers sharp ideas, eerie atmosphere, and timeless speculative storytelling for fans of vintage sci-fi."

Fredric Brown, Philip K. Dick (Author), Saethon Williams (Narrator)

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The Great Time Travel Collection 2: Twenty-Three Classic Journeys Through Time Where One Small Change Can Rewrite History

"Time Travel and Nothing But Time Travel 2 Travel across centuries where one wrong step can rewrite history. Time Travel and Nothing But Time Travel 2 gathers twenty-three unforgettable vintage science fiction adventures where explorers race across centuries, scientists gamble with impossible machines, and travelers arrive in eras they were never meant to see. A hunt in the distant past turns deadly. A visitor from tomorrow brings terrifying news. One small change threatens to unravel everything that came before. From paradox-twisting puzzles to desperate attempts to change history, these classic tales deliver the imagination, danger and wonder that made vintage science fiction legendary. - Day of the Hunters by Isaac Asimov - And it Comes Out Here by Lester Del Rey - Hero From Yesterday by Robert Silverberg - The Man From Time by Frank Belknap Long - Blood by Fredric Brown - The Futile Flight of John Arthur Benn by Edward Halibut - Breakfast at Twilight by Philip K. Dick - A Hitch in Time by Frederik Pohl - Miracle by Ray Cummings - The Beast of Boredom by Richard R. Smith - Absolutely No Paradox by Lester Del Rey - The Unseen Blushers by Alfred Bester - Gun For Hire by Mack Reynolds - Blank? by Randall Garrett - Time for Survival by George O. Smith - Or Darwin, If You Prefer by Mel Hunter - The Time Snatcher by Randall Garrett - Try and Change the Past by Fritz Leiber - You Were Right, Joe by J. T. McIntosh - Poor Little Warrior! by Brian W. Aldiss - We're Off to Mars by Joe Gibson - The Ultimate World by Bryce Walton - The Hounds of Tindalos by Frank Belknap Long"

Alfred Bester, Brian W. Aldiss, Bryce Walton, Edward Halibut, Frank Belknap Long, Frederik Pohl, Fredric Brown, Fritz Leiber, George O. Smith, Isaac Asimov, J. T. McIntosh, Joe Gibson, Lester Del Rey, Mack Reynolds, Mel Hunter, Philip K. Dick, Randall Garrett, Ray Cummings, Richard R. Smith, Robert Silverberg (Author), Scott Miller (Narrator)

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Golden Age Science Fiction Short Stories Vol. 5: A Pail of Air, The Crystal Crypt, and Asleep in Armageddon

"Explore classic retro-futurist storytelling in Golden Age Science Fiction Short Stories Vol. 5, featuring unforgettable works by Ray Bradbury, Philip K. Dick, and Fredric Brown. This collection delivers suspense, imagination, and thought-provoking adventures from the golden age of science fiction."

Fredric Brown, Philip K. Dick, Ray Bradbury (Author), Saethon Williams (Narrator)

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Golden Age Science Fiction Short Stories: The Marching Morons, A Pail of Air, Second Variety, The Defenders, The Last Evolution, The Star, In The Year 2889 and A Martian Odyssey

"Step into the bold, idea-driven era that defined modern science fiction with Golden Age Science Fiction Short Stories, a carefully curated collection of some of the genre’s most influential and imaginative tales. This volume brings together sharp social satire, chilling future warfare, cosmic reflection, and visionary speculation—hallmarks of science fiction’s Golden Age. From the darkly comic population crisis of The Marching Morons to the haunting survivalism of A Pail of Air, these stories explore humanity pushed to its limits. Readers will encounter ruthless artificial intelligence in Second Variety, autonomous war machines in The Defenders, and evolutionary destiny in The Last Evolution. Cosmic awe and philosophical depth emerge in The Star, while futuristic prophecy and planetary adventure unfold in In the Year 2889 and A Martian Odyssey. Ideal for fans of classic speculative fiction, this collection showcases the timeless ideas, moral questions, and imaginative power that continue to shape science fiction today."

C.M. Kornbluth, Fredric Brown, H.G. Wells, John W. Campbell Jr., Jules Verne, Philip K. Dick, Stanley G. Weinbaum (Author), Alex Freeman, Saethon Williams, Sasha Gorbasew (Narrator)

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The Star Mouse

"This audiobook is narrated by a digital voice. Robinson Crusoe ... Gulliver ... Paul Bunyan; the story of their adventures is nothing compared to the Saga of Mitkey. Fredric Brown was a science fiction and mystery writer. He is known for his use of humor and mastery of the short story form. His stories contained ingenious plotting devices, surprise endings, humor, and a somewhat postmodern outlook."

Fredric Brown (Author), Digital Voice Martin G (Narrator)

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Classic Science Fiction Selected Short Stories: Of All Possible Worlds, Accept No Substitutes, Ask a Foolish Question, Adjustment Team, A Matter of Importance, Time Enough at Last, Nobody Saw the Ship, Storm Cloud on Deka, And the Gods Laughed, and Bad Me

"Step into the golden age of speculative imagination with Classic Science Fiction: Selected Short Stories, a masterfully curated collection from some of the most influential voices in science fiction history. This volume brings together visionary tales by Philip K. Dick, Murray Leinster, William Tenn, Robert Sheckley, Lynn Venable, E. E. Smith, and Fredric Brown—authors who shaped the genre with bold ideas, sharp wit, and unforgettable concepts. From mind-bending explorations of reality and identity to satirical futures, cosmic adventures, and razor-sharp thought experiments, these classic short stories capture the essence of early science fiction at its most creative and daring. Each story reflects an era when imagination was limitless and big ideas mattered more than special effects. Perfect for fans of classic sci-fi, golden-age short stories, and intellectually stimulating speculative fiction, this collection is an essential addition to any science fiction library. Whether you’re revisiting legendary authors or discovering them for the first time, these stories remain as provocative and entertaining today as when they were first published."

E. E. Smith, Fredric Brown, Lynn Venable, Murray Leinster, Philip K. Dick, Robert Sheckley, William Tenn (Author), Charles Robert Fox, Saethon Williams, Sasha Gorbasew (Narrator)

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A Vintage Science Fiction Short Stories Collection: Subspace Survivors, Pygmalion's Spectacles, Missing Link, Earthmen Bearing Gifts, The Metal Horde, Planet of Dread, The Aliens, Beyond Lies the Wub, Beside Still Waters, and Project Hush

"Step into the golden age of imagination with A Vintage Science Fiction Short Stories Collection, a masterfully curated anthology featuring some of the most influential voices in classic science fiction. This timeless volume brings together visionary storytelling from Frank Herbert, Philip K. Dick, Fredric Brown, E. E. Smith, John W. Campbell Jr., Murray Leinster, Robert Sheckley, Stanley G. Weinbaum, and William Tenn—authors who helped shape modern speculative fiction. From distant galaxies and interstellar empires to mind-bending psychological twists and satirical futures, these vintage sci-fi tales explore humanity’s place in the cosmos with bold ideas, unforgettable characters, and thought-provoking themes. Expect alien encounters, advanced technologies, dystopian worlds, space exploration, artificial intelligence, and philosophical questions that remain strikingly relevant today."

E. E. Smith, Frank Herbert, Fredric Brown, John W. Campbell Jr., Murray Leinster, Philip K. Dick, Robert Sheckley, Stanley G. Weinbaum, William Tenn (Author), Alex Freeman, Rory Young, Saethon Williams, Sasha Gorbasew (Narrator)

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Essential Classic Science Fiction Short Stories: Of All Possible Worlds, Accept No Substitutes, Ask a Foolish Question, Adjustment Team, A Matter of Importance, Time Enough at Last, Nobody Saw the Ship, And the Gods Laughed, and Bad Medicine

"Essential Classic Science Fiction Short Stories brings together a powerhouse collection of visionary tales from some of the most imaginative minds of the Golden Age of science fiction. Featuring stories by Philip K. Dick, William Tenn, Robert Sheckley, Murray Leinster, Lynn Venable, and Fredric Brown, this anthology delivers mind-bending concepts, sharp social commentary, dark humor, and unforgettable twists that helped shape modern speculative fiction. Explore distant planets, alternate realities, artificial intelligence, alien encounters, time paradoxes, and the fragile nature of human identity. From philosophical explorations of reality to clever satirical adventures and suspenseful interstellar drama, these classic short stories capture the bold creativity and intellectual depth that defined mid-20th-century science fiction. Perfect for longtime sci-fi fans and new readers alike, this carefully curated collection showcases the essential voices that influenced generations of writers, filmmakers, and futurists. If you love thought-provoking science fiction with clever twists, big ideas, and timeless storytelling, this anthology belongs on your shelf. Rediscover the golden era of science fiction — where imagination had no limits and every page opened a new universe."

Fredric Brown, Lynn Venable, Murray Leinster, Philip K. Dick, Robert Sheckley, William Tenn (Author), Charles Robert Fox, Saethon Williams, Sasha Gorbasew (Narrator)

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Earthmen Bearing Gifts

"Earthmen Bearing Gifts by Fredric Brown is a gripping classic science fiction short story exploring humanity’s first contact with an alien civilization. As Earth launches a rocket toward Mars, unaware of its intelligent inhabitants, the telepathic Martians watch with hope for peaceful exchange—only to face a tragic misunderstanding. This thought-provoking tale delivers a timeless message about communication, conflict, and the unforeseen consequences of human assumptions. A must-read for fans of vintage sci-fi and speculative fiction."

Fredric Brown (Author), Saethon Williams (Narrator)

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And the Gods Laughed

"Discover the eerie brilliance of 'And the Gods Laughed' by Fredric Brown, a classic science fiction novella from the Golden Age of sci-fi. Set in a future of interplanetary exploration, this suspenseful tale follows space miners who encounter a mysterious race on Ganymede—only to uncover a chilling secret about possession, identity, and alien intelligence. Blending dark humor, paranoia, and psychological intrigue, Brown crafts a compact yet powerful story that questions what it truly means to be human. Perfect for fans of vintage sci-fi with a philosophical twist."

Fredric Brown (Author), Saethon Williams (Narrator)

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Outlaws of Tomorrow 2: Classic Science Fiction Crime Stories: Robbers, Rogues, Detectives & Future Crime

"Outlaws of Tomorrow 2: Classic Science Fiction Crime Stories delivers eighteen unforgettable tales where crime, justice, and survival collide in futures limited only by imagination. Here, criminals don’t simply outrun the law—they challenge intelligent machines, outwit impossible technology, steal across the stars, and discover that every perfect crime carries unexpected consequences. This remarkable collection features legendary storytellers including Robert Sheckley, Fredric Brown, Harry Harrison, Alfred Bester, Isaac Asimov, Clifford D. Simak, Donald E. Westlake, Randall Garrett, Henry Kuttner, Jack London, and Nelson S. Bond. Their stories blend suspense, mystery, wit, and bold scientific ideas into adventures that remain as entertaining today as when they first appeared. Journey from bustling spaceports and distant colonies to futuristic cities where justice is enforced by machines and criminals must constantly reinvent themselves to survive. Meet master thieves, reluctant fugitives, brilliant con artists, ruthless pirates, detectives, and ordinary people caught on the wrong side of extraordinary events. Along the way you’ll encounter stolen fortunes, time-bending schemes, outlaw robots, impossible murders, interplanetary chases, and clever twists that reward every reader. Whether it’s the unforgettable exploits of The Stainless Steel Rat, the chilling questions raised by Watchbird, or daring adventures stretching from Earth to Mars and beyond, every story offers a unique vision of crime in tomorrow’s world. If you love vintage science fiction packed with futuristic mysteries, daring heists, unforgettable outlaws, and ingenious storytelling, Outlaws of Tomorrow 2: Classic Science Fiction Crime Stories is another outstanding collection of timeless adventures where breaking the law is only the beginning."

Alfred Bester, August Derleth, Bryce Walton, Clifford D. Simak, Donald E. Westlake, Fredric Brown, Harry Harrison, Henry Kuttner, Isaac Asimov, Jack London, Lawrence M. Jannifer, Miriam Allen DeFord, Nelson S. Bond, Randall Garrett, Robert Sheckley, Winston Marks (Author), Scott Miller (Narrator)

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Audiobooks by Fredric Brown

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