Short Stories Audiobooks | Literature

Lesson for a Thief: a Shorts in the Dark Story

"This audiobook is narrated by a digital voice. An old-school crook. A new-school thief. One moment that changes everything. Once upon a time, Frank Trondel ran cons with the best of them. Now retired from his life of crime, he spends his evenings nursing a pint at his local pub, minding his own business. Until, that is, he spots a young pickpocket working the place. Old instincts kick in and Frank steps forward to offer a word of advice and warning. But this new generation plays by different rules and Frank’s about to learn the hard way just how far the world has moved on without him. What begins as a chance encounter spirals into a life lesson neither saw coming. A clash of past and present, experience and hunger, conscience and survival. The scars they leave on each other may very well last a lifetime. A taut, character-driven tale from Ben Westerham’s Shorts in the Dark series — where darkness doesn’t hide the truth, it reveals it. This edition includes exclusive author notes."

Ben Westerham (Author), Digital Voice Christopher E E (Narrator)

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[German] - Geheime Wege

"Dieses Hörbuch wird von einer digitalen Stimme vorgelesen. Rita schweigt über die Liebe ihres Sohnes. Damit macht sie den Weg frei – für ein Komplott. 1647: Neapel streitet für seine Unabhängigkeit von Spanien. Die Scandores, angesehene Patrizier der Stadt, geraten zwischen die Fronten, als aufständische Seidenweber das Tuchlager der Familie niederbrennen. Während Enzo gegen den Ruin ankämpft, versucht Rita im Angesicht von Hunger und Kanonen, das Überleben der Familie zu sichern. Doch ihr Sohn Dario verschwört sich gegen die junge Republik. Ihre Tochter Mirella begibt sich auf Fahrten durch die umkämpfte Stadt immer wieder in Gefahr. Und je länger der Krieg dauert, desto riskanter werden ihre Unternehmungen. Eine historische Erzählung über Familie, Loyalität und den Mut von Frauen, deren Welt sich unwiederbringlich verändert. Begleitet in »Geheime Wege« Rita Scandore durch eine Welt in Flammen. "

Annemarie Nikolaus (Author), Digitale Stimme Gemma G (Narrator)

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[Arabic] - حلق صيني لا ترتديه ماجي

"مشاهد متفرقة عن حيواتٍ لا تتشابه سوى في كونها إنسانية واقعية من الدرجة الأولى، ففي تلك المجموعة القصصية تمنحنا الكاتبة 'ضحى عاصي' فرصة أن نرى العالم باختلاف طبقاته وصفاته البشرية، حيث نتعرف على أناس هزمهم الشر، وآخرين أرادوا الخير حتى لحظاتهم الأخيرة، توقفنا أمام اختبارات الحياة التي لا نلقي لها بالًا من كثرة الانشغال وتعب النفس، ثم تتركنا في غاية الاستمتاع بتعبيراتها الأنيقة وحكمها الصادق على كل حكاية."

ضحى عاصي (Author), ديما محمود (Narrator)

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Hayrettin

"Hayrettin is a storybook centered on the silent yet profound inner world of a young man with intellectual disability, who is introverted and lonely. It traces the marks of social exclusion and emotional invisibility. Born in a village and raised on the margins of society, the protagonist is neither fully loved nor entirely rejected; he builds his existence within his own silence. The book consists of nine chapters. Each chapter represents a stop on Hayrettin’s inner journey. The early chapters portray his daily life in the village, his relationships with family, and the disconnected ties he struggles to form with society. In these parts, social loneliness becomes visible through childhood memories, holidays, school years, and the incomplete relationships the people around him have with him. Around the middle of the book, with the arrival of an uncle from Germany, a “different possibility” emerges for the first time in Hayrettin’s life. He goes to Germany with his uncle. However, this departure is not a rescue but the beginning of a new form of loneliness. In this new world where he does not know the language, does not understand the rules, and where no one recognizes him, Hayrettin becomes invisible. His silence deepens, and even the inner dialogue he maintained through his notebook gradually ceases. In the final chapters, Hayrettin’s silence turns into a decision, and he slowly withdraws from life. The phrase “ben gitttim” (“I have gone”) becomes the only trace he leaves behind. In the conclusion, the story returns to the village: although Hayrettin’s name is no longer known, the shadow of the stone where he used to sit remains. Hayrettin avoids building a dramatic narrative. It creates an atmosphere through silence, muteness, and being overlooked. This text tells the story not of great events but of small diminishments and untold emotions."

Gökhan Tosun (Author), Marcus Mulenga (Narrator)

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The Pit and the Pendulum

"Terror. Torture. Time running out. Edgar Allan Poe’s The Pit and the Pendulum plunges listeners into the claustrophobic mind of a prisoner of the Spanish Inquisition, who awakens in utter darkness to face a series of psychological and physical torments. Chained beneath a slowly descending pendulum blade, surrounded by monstrous iron walls and the yawning mouth of a deadly pit, he must summon every ounce of courage, reason, and instinct to survive. Nathan Edwards delivers a gripping narration of Poe’s masterwork of suspense, where every detail intensifies the dread and every moment ticks closer to the edge of madness. A landmark in Gothic literature and psychological horror, this story explores fear not through monsters, but through isolation, anticipation, and the diabolical ingenuity of man. Perfect for fans of horror, dark suspense, classic literature, and the art of pure storytelling."

Edgar Allan Poe (Author), Nathan Edwards (Narrator)

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[Turkish] - Sabahattin Ali Öyküler

Sabahattin Ali (Author), Ali Atilla Şendil (Narrator)

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[German] - Regenbogenläufer: Geschichten für Groß und Klein

"Siebzehn Geschichten über wundersame Wesen, lustige Tiere, Freundschaft und Mut. Hör dir an, wie das rote Ampelmännchen aus dem Ampelkasten steigt und Abenteuer erlebt oder wie Bastian, die kleine Fledermaus einen Freund fürs Leben findet. Erfahre wer den Regenbogen anmalt und das Sandkörner auch auf Reisen gehen können. 'Regenbogenläufer' bietet entspannte und spannende Geschichte für Groß und Klein. Maryam Sedghi, Tizian Fröschl, Ludwig Thomas und Judith Heim lesen 'Regenbogenläufer' von Nicole Rensmann. Das Vorwort liest die Autorin selbst. Das Buch 'Regenbogenläufer - 15 Geschichten für Groß und Klein' zum Hörbuch erschien 2009 im Drachenmond Verlag und ist heute vergriffen. Das E-Book erfolgte einige Jahre später. Beide Bücher enthielten Grafiken von Jan Radermacher."

Nicole Rensmann (Author), Judith Heim, Maryam Sedghi, Thomas Ludwig, Tizian Fröschl (Narrator)

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[Turkish] - Zaman Argonotları

"İngiliz bilim kurgu yazarı H. G. Wells'in 1888'de yazdığı kısa hikayesi Zaman Argonotları, bundan yedi yıl sonra yazacağı ünlü eseri Zaman Makinesi'nin de temelini oluşturuyor. Zaman Makinesi'nden önce mutlaka dinlenmesi gereken bir Wells klasiği. Dr. Nebogipfel'in Llyddwdd'deki Geçici İkametinin Hikayesi, Ezoterik Bir Öykü Nasıl Mümkün Hale Geldi, Anakronik Adam ve Zaman Argosu bölümlerinden oluşan bu bir saatlik öykü sizi zamanda kısa bir yolculuğa davet ediyor."

H. G. Wells (Author), Yüce Armağan Erkek (Narrator)

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The Man Who Was

"The Man Who Was by Rudyard Kipling is a haunting short story of identity, honor, and the psychological scars of war. Set in British colonial India, the narrative follows a mysterious and disfigured man whose appearance at a military mess sparks curiosity and unease. As the truth of his identity slowly unravels, the story reveals a powerful meditation on the cost of duty and the resilience of the human spirit. With Kipling’s signature sharp prose and deep insight into imperial life, this tale blends suspense, tragedy, and moral reflection in unforgettable fashion."

Rudyard Kipling (Author), Saethon Williams (Narrator)

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The Piece of String

"“The Piece of String” by Guy de Maupassant is a timeless short story from 1883 that captures the tension between appearance and truth in a small French village. With sharp irony and emotional depth, Maupassant explores how pride, suspicion, and social perception can shape a man’s fate. Originally published in the collection Miss Harriet, this classic work of French literature is a compelling reflection on human nature, reputation, and the power of rumor."

Guy De Maupassant (Author), Saethon Williams (Narrator)

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The Birth-Mark

"The Birth-Mark by Nathaniel Hawthorne is a hauntingly thought-provoking short story that explores the dark side of perfectionism, science, and obsession. With rich symbolism and moral complexity, Hawthorne crafts a powerful narrative that continues to resonate with readers today. Ideal for fans of classic literature, psychological fiction, and philosophical allegory."

Nathaniel Hawthorne (Author), Saethon Williams (Narrator)

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[German] - Umsonst-Epilierte aller Länder, vereinigt Euch!: 37 erotische Episoden und Eskapaden

"Folgen Sie Stefan Schwarz durch Geschichte und Wissenschaft der körperlichen Vereinigung, erfahren Sie, wer den ersten erfolgreichen Sexstreik veranstaltete, was schlecht übersetzte Bondage-Bedienungsanleitungen anrichten können, warum man nicht zu allen Zeiten mit Delphinen schwimmen sollte, warum Männer Gnadensex lieben und wieso man zur Messe in Leipzig Kutschen ohne Pferde mieten konnte! Hier und da wird er Sie auch mit Geschichten aus seinem eigenen Leben behelligen, denn was wäre er für ein Kolumnist, wenn er nicht selbst etwas zur Sache beizusteuern hätte!"

Stefan Schwarz (Author), Stefan Schwarz (Narrator)

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