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"A premier adventure novel and one of the most loved science fiction classics of all time. It’s 1866 when a group of ships from different countries spot a massive sea monster. Back home, the U.S. government puts together a crew to find and kill the beast. Pierre Aronnax, a French marine biologist, is one of the team, as is Canadian whaler Ned Land; they set out from New York and travel for months before they find—and run smack into—the monster. With their ship terribly damaged and the crewmen tossed overboard, Aronnax, Land, and Aronnax’s servant, Conseil, discover the truth about the creature. Saved but held hostage, the characters come to know the power of the seas better than they ever thought possible. Until their precarious situation reaches its tipping point…"

Jules Verne (Author), Samuel James (Narrator)

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Classic Science Fiction: A BBC Radio Drama Collection: Six Full-Cast Dramatisations

"Full-cast dramatisations of six seminal sci-fi novels that have shaped the genre Thrilling and thought-provoking, shocking and satirical; science fiction has long captivated us with its surprising scenarios and subversion of the familiar. Included here are six classics from the past 250 years, each offering a unique exploration of the genre's foundational themes. From monsters, Martians and fantastical machines to rip-roaring adventures, utopian tales and ‘cosy catastrophes’, these stunning dramas introduce us to other worlds – and make us see our own world differently... Brought to life by an incredible cast, including Bill Nighy, Brigit Forsyth, Jamie Parker, Shaun Dooley, Stephen Critchlow, Blake Ritson, Bill Paterson and more. Frankenstein – First published in 1818, Mary Shelley’s famous horror story about a scientist who reanimates a living creature in a horrific experiment is widely considered the first science fiction novel. Journey to the Centre of the Earth – Scientific curiosity sparks an epic quest in Jules Verne’s 1864 novel, as three intrepid explorers venture into the heart of a dormant Icelandic volcano. Erewhon – Samuel Butler’s 1872 classic centres on the explorer Higgs, who discovers a remote land where the use of machines is forbidden, having a cold is a crime, and the greatest scholarly achievement is the study of unreason. The War of the Worlds – Following sightings of strange explosions on the surface of Mars, Martian ships begin to arrive on Earth. But scientific excitement quickly turns to horror... The Disintegration Machine – Indomitable academic Professor Challenger sets out to investigate dastardly Latvian scientist Theodore Nemor, who has invented a startling device capable of disassembling and reforming objects.... The Midwich Cuckoos – The rural idyll of 1950s Midwich is overturned by a mysterious alien force that causes all the fertile women in the area to simultaneously become pregnant... First published 1818 (Frankenstein), 1864 (JttCotE), 1872 (Erewhon), 1895 (TWotW), 1929 (TDM), 1957 (TMC) Cast and credits Frankenstein Cast: Jamie Parker, Shaun Dooley, Susie Riddell, Alun Raglan, Robert Blythe, Sam Alexander, Christine Absalom, Patrick Brennan, Emma Hook, Joe Sims, Don Gilet, Bruce Alexander Written by Mary Shelley Dramatised by Lucy Catherine Directed by Marc Beeby Journey to the Centre of the Earth Cast: Joel MacCormack, Stephen Critchlow, Gudmundur Thorvaldsson, Nicola Ferguson, Elizabeth Bennett, Nick Underwood, Sam Rix, Tom Forrister, Scarlett Brookes Written by Jules Verne Dramatised by Moya O’Shea Directed by Tracey Neale Composer: Neil Brand Erewhon Cast: Graeme Hawley, Jasmine Hyde, Jonathan Taller, Sue Ryding, Brigit Forsyth, Leigh Symonds, David Fleeshman, Stuart Richman Written by Samuel Butler Dramatised by Eamonn O'Neill, Martin Shea and James O'Neill Produced and directed by Gary Brown The War of the Worlds Cast: Blake Ritson, Samuel James, John Dougall, Sanchia McCormack, Carl Prekopp, David Sterne, Maeve Bluebell Wells, Finlay Robertson, Nick Murchie, Sarah Ridgeway, Georgie Glen, John Bowler, David Sturzaker Written by HG Wells Dramatised by Melissa Murray Directed by Marc Beeby The Disintegration Machine Cast: Bill Paterson, Gunnar Cauthery, Nick Ball, Robert Lloyd Parry, Joanna Monro, Alexandria Everett Written by Arthur Conan Doyle Dramatised by Robert Lloyd Parry Directed by Fiona Kelcher The Midwich Cuckoos Cast: Bill Nighy, Sarah Parish, Clive Merrison, Nicholas R Bailey, Katherine Tozer, Mark Chatterton, Barbara Marten, Malcolm Raeburn, Christine Brennan, Rebecca Bridle Written by John Wyndham Dramatised by Dan Rebellato Produced and directed by Polly Thomas Original music composed and performed by Chris Madin (P) 2026 BBC Studios Distribution Ltd. © 2026 BBC Studios Distribution Ltd"

H.G. Wells, John Wyndham, Jules Verne, Mary Wollstonecraft Shelley, Samuel Butler, Sir Arthur Conan Doyle (Author), Bill Nighy, Bill Paterson, Blake Ritson, Bridget Forsyth, Full Cast, Graeme Hawley, Jamie Parker, Jasmine Hyde, Joel McCormack, Jonathan Taller, Samuel James, Sarah Parrish, Shaun Dooley, Stephen Critchlow (Narrator)

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Follow the Drum

"The British kingdom harbours a perilous secret. At its heart is Thomas Bennet. Since dead men tell no tales, the patriarch of Longbourn must live in anonymity or face the unthinkable—being the cause of a foreign nation attacking his homeland. Skilled in deception and strategy, Bennet succeeded until his youngest daughter was born with a grievous affliction; the scrutiny she brings threatens to expose the very secrets he hides. Mary Bennet, marked by her unusual appearance, becomes the centre of fear and gossip. As society and even her own family grow wary of her, Mary must confront her isolation with quiet resilience. Unaware of her father's burden, she is thrust into a world of suspicion, where she discovers her role is not as insignificant as it once seemed. Elizabeth Bennet faces her own trials as the family fractures under the weight of secrecy. Forced from Longbourn, drawn to the enigmatic Mr Darcy, Elizabeth must reconcile her blossoming feelings for him with the unsettling truths she uncovers. As Darcy's past and his connection to her father come to light, Elizabeth is left questioning whom she can truly trust. Follow the Drum is a gripping tale of sacrifice, loyalty, and impossible choices. When the fate of a kingdom rests on the secrets of one man, how far will he go to protect his family—and how high will the cost be?"

Barry S. Richman (Author), Samuel James (Narrator)

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Dracula

"1897’s Dracula is the ultimate classic of Gothic horror, renowned for its explorations of madness, erotics and desire, and selfhood. Jonathan Harker visits Transylvania to help Count Dracula purchase a property in England, but Harker quickly gets tangled in forces darker than he could’ve imagined, becoming a tortured tool for the development of Dracula’s power. Told through letters, newspaper articles, and diary entries, Bram Stoker’s remarkable story charts the bloody events that follow Dracula from his Romanian home to England and back, involving a cast of characters that includes Harker’s fiancé Mina Murray and her dear friend Lucy Westenra—symbols of purity corrupted along the way—and, of course, the famed vampire hunter Abraham van Helsing."

Bram Stoker (Author), Billie Fulford-Brown, Imogen Wilde, Johnny Heller, Samuel James (Narrator)

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Vowed to Hades

"They call me the Queen of the Dead. But I remember nothing. I woke in a palace of obsidian, chained by shadows and haunted by a man who swears he’s my husband. Hades. God of the Underworld. King of secrets. He tells me I was once feared. Powerful. His equal. He says I loved him so fiercely I made the dead tremble. But how can I believe a word of it, when I only remember pain? “You killed my husband and kidnapped me,” I tell him. “I will never love you.” And yet… the way he looks at me. The way he aches for me. The way my body remembers things my mind cannot. As I begin to unravel the curse that stole my memories, I uncover a past full of fire, fury, and an immortal love that defied even the gods. But the deeper I dig, the more I realize—this isn’t just about me. Because someone doesn’t want me to remember. And if Hades and I can’t break the curse in time… the Underworld—and everything we were—will burn. ⚓️ Dark, seductive Hades & Persephone retelling ⚓️ Amnesia trope, forbidden love, and ancient curses ⚓️ Power couple energy with enemies-to-lovers heat ⚓️ Mythology, magic, morally gray gods ⚓️ Tension, tenderness, and a second chance worth the war Note: Vowed to Hades is Book 4 in the Romancing the Seas series. Best enjoyed in order. For readers who love their love stories dark, epic, and unforgettable. Happy ending guaranteed (but oh, do they fight for it)."

Athena Rose (Author), Samuel James (Narrator)

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Brendan Behan: Borstal Boy, The Quare Fellow and The Hostage: Three BBC Radio Full-Cast Productions

"A collection of some of the rockstar playwright’s finest work Brendan Behan is widely remembered as a hard-drinking, wise-cracking writer who turned up roaring drunk for interviews and cared little for authority. But he was more than just a hell-raising celebrity. His wit, expressive use of language and understanding of human nature made his writing famous around the world, and his masterpieces The Quare Fellow, Borstal Boy and The Hostage rank among the greatest works of 20th century Irish literature. Dramatisations of all three appear here, alongside a short interview with Behan himself and a fascinating biographical programme celebrating his genius. Charting Behan’s journey from shy, passionate young man to larger-than-life literary superstar, Borstal Boy tells the story of a stammering IRA rebel who finds true friends and first love in an English borstal. Brendan Coyle (Downton Abbey) stars as Behan in this fresh take on his honest, tender 1958 memoir. Behan’s debut play, The Quare Fellow, first produced in 1954, was based on his own prison experiences. A darkly funny drama about a group of inmates awaiting the imminent execution of a fellow prisoner, it is performed here by players from the Arts Theatre, Lyric Theatre, and Ulster Theatre Company, Belfast. And finally, translated from the Gaelic by acclaimed writer Lorcán Ó Treasaigh, An Giall (The Hostage) revolves around a British soldier held hostage by the IRA in a Dublin brothel. This 1988 Radio 3 version is the first English production of Behan’s Irish tragicomedy, which formed the basis of Joan Littlewood 's 1958 Theatre Workshop hit. Also included is a 1959 clip from BBC Television’s Tonight, featuring Brendan Behan in conversation with Derek Hart, and an episode of Great Lives in which Joan Littlewood talks to Humphrey Carpenter about her long-time friend and collaborator. Note: Due to the age of the recordings, the sound quality on The Quare Fellow and Tonight may vary. Cast and credits Written by Brendan Behan Text copyright © Brendan Behan 1954 (The Quare Fellow), 1958 (Borstal Boy, The Hostage) Borstal Boy Cast: Brendan Coyle, Jonny Holden, Joseph Ayre, Leah Marks, Ewan Bailey, Connor Curren, Samuel James, Gerard McDermott Dramatised by Martin McNamara Directed by Anne Isger Production Co-ordinator: Jonathan Powell Sound: Anne Bunting, Jenni Burnett, Ali Craig and Cal Knightley A BBC Audio Production for BBC Radio 4 First broadcast BBC Radio 4, 16 Apr 2023 The Quare Fellow Cast: John McBride, Louis Rolston, Michael Duffy, Sam McCready, Maurice O’Callaghan, Michael Lynch, Charles Witherspoon, Bill Hunter, Peter Adair, Barry Cowan, Brian Cullen, Harold Goldblatt, Joe McPartland, J.J. Murphy, Patrick Brannigan, Jack McQuoid, Jeremy Jones, George Mooney Adapted and produced by David A. Turner First broadcast BBC Radio 4, 22 Sep 1969 The Hostage Cast: Michael Baguley, Brian Kidd, Kieron Smith, Ann Callanan, John Hewitt, Anne Kent, Anthony Finigan, Stephen Ryan, Sean Kearns, Tom Jordan Translated by Lorcán Ó Treasaigh Directed by Jeremy Howe Bagpipes played by Brian Kidd First broadcast BBC Radio 3, 12 Aug 1988 Brendan Behan interview from Tonight Presented by Derek Hart With Brendan Behan First broadcast BBC Television Service, 21 Apr 1959 Great Lives: Brendan Behan Presented by Humphrey Carpenter With Joan Littlewood Produced by Peter Everett First broadcast BBC Radio 4, 2 Nov 2001 © 2024 BBC Studios Distribution Ltd. (P) 2024 BBC Studios Distribution Ltd"

Brendan Behan (Author), Ann Callanan, Anne Kent, Brendan Coyle, Brian Kidd, Ewan Bailey, Full Cast, Gerard Mcdermott, John Hewitt, Jonny Holden, Joseph Ayre, Leah Marks, Louis Rolston, Michael Baguley, Michael Duffy, Samuel James (Narrator)

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Sworn to a Demigod

"A dark Hercules romantasy with spice, monsters, and a slow-burn love story for the ages I was given to him like a gift. Wrapped in gold. Bound by duty. But no one warned me I might fall in love with the weapon meant to destroy me. My name is Ava, daughter of Isis and Poseidon. The gods say I’m meant for greatness, but all I’ve ever wanted is love. Real love. The kind that doesn’t come with a crown or a command. Instead, I’m sent to marry Hercules—a man forged in fire and rage. He’s not what I expected. Brooding. Reluctant. Tormented by a past soaked in blood and betrayal. Our marriage was meant to be a transaction. A peace offering. But nothing about Hercules feels safe… and everything about him feels like mine. Our mission is simple: retrieve three treasures guarded by monsters of myth. If we succeed, my mother might finally order her sirens to stop attacking mankind. If we fail, the war between gods and mortals will tear the world apart. As we journey across cursed lands and treacherous waters—joined by Captain Stone, Georgette, Serena, and Prince Edward—I start to wonder if fate really is set in stone… Or if love can rewrite the gods’ design. ⚓️ Forced marriage with a demigod ⚓️ Slow-burn steam with enemies-to-lovers tension ⚓️ Monster battles, cursed treasure, epic quests ⚓️ Morally gray characters and found family dynamics ⚓️ Gods, sirens, pirates & politics collide in this high-stakes adventure Note: Sworn to a Demigod is Book 3 in the Romancing the Seas series. For readers who crave slow-burn spice, mythological danger, and a romance that defies fate. The series is best read in order. Happily ever after guaranteed."

Athena Rose (Author), Samuel James (Narrator)

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Digital Liturgies: Rediscovering Christian Wisdom in an Online Age

"How the Habitat of Internet Technology Undermines Christian Wisdom With advancements in internet technology, people can get instant answers to just about any of their questions, connect long distance with family and friends, and stay informed with events around the world in real time. In Digital Liturgies, tech-realist Samuel D. James examines the connection between patterns in technology and human desires. Everyone longs for a glimpse of heaven; James argues they are just looking for it in the wrong place—the internet. This accessible book exposes 5 'digital liturgies' that prohibit people from contemplating big truths, accepting the uncomfortable, and acknowledging God as their Creator. It then calls readers to live faithfully before Christ, finding wisdom through Scripture and rest in God's perfect design. - A Biblical View of the Internet and Technology: Readers explore the connection between human desire, the internet, and wisdom through a Christian lens - Great for College Students, Parents, and Pastors: This book encourages readers to live faithfully for Christ - Offers a Tech-Realist Perspective: Samuel D. James highlights the inherent dangers of digital technologies, offering wisdom for navigating our internet-saturated world "

Samuel James (Author), Samuel James (Narrator)

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Bound to a Siren

"A siren princess. A human prince. A forbidden bond that could destroy them both. I made a deal with myself: I’d save my sisters at any cost. Even if it meant binding myself to the man I was never meant to love. Prince Edward was supposed to be a pawn in my plan—a political alliance to protect the last of the sirens from slaughter. I brought him to Atlantis. Introduced him to my father, Poseidon. But the ocean is full of secrets… and none of them prepared me for what happened next. Now Edward is sentenced to death. The only way to save him? A forbidden siren ritual that binds his soul to mine—costing me my immortality in the process. And yet… the more time I spend with him, the more I realize: He’s not just the prince. He’s mine. But war is rising. The King of England has ordered the extinction of my kind. Sirens are being hunted. Slaughtered. And if the court discovers what I’ve done, they’ll destroy us both. Meanwhile, Georgette and Captain Stone face betrayals that threaten to tear them apart as they sail toward an uncertain future. But one thing is certain—we’ll either survive together... or not at all. ⚓️ A siren and a prince, bound by magic and fate ⚓️ Touch-her-and-die energy (again) ⚓️ Morally gray heroes, political intrigue, and forbidden love ⚓️ Underwater courts, slow-burn spice, and ancient gods ⚓️ TW: grief, pregnancy loss, trauma, and survival ⚓️ For fans of myth-heavy romantasy and emotionally intense love stories Note: Bound to a Siren is Book 2 in the Romancing the Seas series. This Upper YA/NA romantasy is best read in order. Includes mythology, morally gray love interests, heartache, healing, and high-seas adventure—always with a guaranteed HEA."

Athena Rose (Author), Samuel James (Narrator)

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Married to a Pirate

"Beauty and the Beast meets Pirates of the Caribbean in this steamy, enemies-to-lovers fantasy romance packed with danger, desire, and deliciously dark twists. I was supposed to marry the prince. Instead, I was stolen by pirates—and forced to wed their brutal, brooding captain. Captain Stone is as feared as he is fascinating. Cold. Commanding. Cursed, some whisper. His crew obeys without question, and I quickly learn why. But I’m not some fragile noblewoman. When the first chance to escape presents itself, I run. Straight into the hands of an even worse fate: an enemy pirate crew with darker intentions and no rules. Just when I think it’s over for me, my pirate husband storms in—blade drawn, rage in his eyes. 'Touch my wife, and I’ll destroy you all.' Suddenly, the man I feared is the one I burn for. He’s possessive. Dangerous. Utterly captivating. And the worst part? My heart doesn’t want to be rescued by the prince anymore. ⚓️ Enemies to lovers ⚓️ Forced marriage. One bed. One horse. ⚓️ Touch-her-and-die energy ⚓️ Morally gray pirate captain ⚓️ Mythology, slow-burn spice & high-stakes adventure ⚓️ For fans of dark romantasy, myth-inspired fantasy romance & swoony anti-heroes Note: This is an Upper YA/NA Romantasy for readers who love their pirates dangerous, their magic laced with mythology, and their romances as wild and deep as the sea."

Athena Rose (Author), Samuel James (Narrator)

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Married to my Boss: A Marriage of Convenience Romantic Comedy

"I woke up in Vegas, with a ring on my finger, and my boss' shirt on my back. Apparently, we got married last night. And the best part? I don't remember a thing. My boss and I signed a contract to be fake-married for a year, with a strict 'no sex' clause. But as we spend more time together, things are getting complicated. One minute he's charming and sweet, and the next he's back to being his grumpy self. It doesn't help that he's jealous of every guy who even looks at me, but won't admit his feelings for me. As we navigate our marriage of convenience I can't help but wonder how long we can keep this up. Will we be able to stick to the rules, or will our marriage of convenience turn into something more? And what happens when the year is up? Married to my Boss is a hilarious enemies-to-lovers romantic comedy with plenty of sizzling tension and unexpected surprises. Prepare for a rollercoaster of emotions as you laugh, swoon, and race through the pages to find out how this crazy marriage of convenience turns out. HEAT LEVEL: This is a steamy closed-door romance."

Laura Burton (Author), Samuel James, Shaina Summerville (Narrator)

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The Man Who Would Be King: A BBC Radio 4 full-cast dramatisation

"Kipling's chilling adventure about two men who set out to be kings of a remote region of Afghanistan. Kipling, our narrator, tells this strange story: he was running a newspaper in a big Indian city. In the hot stillness of one night when he was putting the paper to bed, two men come into his office. They are red-bearded giant Daniel Dravot and his friend Peachy Carnehan. These two 'gentlemen at large' as they call themselves, lately of the British army, have put together an insane and dangerous plan: they want to be Kings of Kafiristan, a mountainous region of Afghanistan. Three years later, a crippled man in rags comes into Kipling's office. He is Peachy Carnehan, and he relates the chilling story of their adventure. A thrilling and haunting story about the folly and glory of imperial ambition, yet at its heart this is also a story of friendship. Cast Rudyard Kipling - Blake Ritson Daniel Dravot - Richard Ridings Peachey Carnehan - Samuel James Timuk - Peter Polycarpou Tribesmen - Joseph Ayre, Stephen Hogan, Ryan Early, Ryan Whittle Young woman/Bride - Lauren Cornelius Wounded man - John Lightbody Produced by Abigail le Fleming"

Rudyard Kipling (Author), Blake Ritson, Full Cast, Peter Polycarpou, Richard Ridings, Samuel James (Narrator)

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