Every week, join award-winning narrator B.J. Harrison as he narrates the greatest stories the world has ever known. From the jungles of... more
Why is Reverend Jennings so distracted when he gives his sermons? Is it just because he’s partial to green... more
Can Ali Baba discover the secret words that open the den of the forty thieves? The Arabian Nights,... more
Why does the Prussian officer pick on his orderly so much? Seriously, what’s eating the guy? D.H. Lawrence, today... more
An outrageously generous gift proves increasingly inconvenient, when no one has change for a million-pound bank note. Mark... more
Can Father Brown solve a murder in a curious household? G.K. Chesterton, today on The Classic Tales Podcast. ... more
Annette Brougham can't get any composing done with all the racket from the apartment upstairs. But when she... more
Roby Morrison attends a very privileged boarding school. But when a spherical space ship lands, everything changes. Ray Bradbury,... more
Adventurers Dravot and Carnehan have decided to take over a country. Not a big country, just a tiny... more
All is revealed. Buckle up. Dorothy Sayers, today on The Classic Tales Podcast. Welcome to The Classic Tales... more
Is an anatomy professor having murder done to secure his specimens? Robert Louis Stevenson, today on The Classic... more
Peter runs off in a final mad dash to secure a secret testimony. But will it be enough to... more
Why does Inspector Valentin, while following the track of the thief Flambeau, keep crossing paths with two argumentative... more
How can Wimsey escape the sucking mud pits of Peter’s Pot? Dorothy Sayers, today on The Classic Tales Podcast. ... more
Every now and then, you need to build a fire in the Klondike. Should be a simple thing,... more
Now that they’ve secured the inflammatory Goyles, the case should be cut and dried, right? Dorothy Sayers, today on... more
With the slaying of an albatross, the Ancient Mariner brings a curse that opens the workings of another... more
What does Mary bring to light in her long-awaited confession? Dorothy Sayers, today on The Classic Tales Podcast. ... more
Benjamin Button begins life as a 70-year-old man, and then things start to get weird. F. Scott Fitzgerald,... more
What clue does Parker find in Paris that blows the case wide open? Dorothy Sayers, today on The Classic... more
From his vantage point high above the city, the statue of the happy prince gives of himself in... more
The investigation leads Wimsey to a quaint Yorkshire farm. But why would the farmer set the dogs on him?... more
While sailing in the Arctic the Pole-Star becomes trapped in ice. But when superstition begins to run rampant... more
Could a green-eyed cat be the clue that cracks the mystery? Dorothy Sayers, today on The Classic Tales Podcast. ... more
Ardita Farnam has a feisty will and a fiery tongue. But when seven hulking musicians seize her yacht... more
Can Lord Peter Wimsey help when his brother is accused of murder? Because things aren’t looking good. Dorothy Sayers,... more
When big-game hunter Sanger Rainsford falls overboard and swims to an island with a bad reputation, the hunter quickly... more
The Cisco Kid’s days are numbered, now that they’ve located his sweetheart. How can they evade the Federales? O.... more
Sherlock Holmes and Doctor Watson deduce the whereabouts of a famous jewel based on a hat and a Christmas... more
A last-minute shopping excursion leads to a Christmas miracle in the country. Lucy Maud Montgomery, today on The Classic... more
The Ghosts of Christmas Present, and Christmas Yet to Come. Neither pull any punches for Ebeneezer Scrooge. Charles Dickens,... more
All is revealed, and Jimmy shows his true mettle – while demonstrating his singular gift for intrusion. P.G. Wodehouse,... more
Perspective. That’s what Ebeneezer Scrooge needs, and a journey with a ghost can give it to him. Hopefully. Charles... more
Ah, the things we’ll do when we’re driven to our limits. Burglary? For a Lord of the Realm? I’m... more
Ebeneezer Scrooge rules his shop with an iron fist and a miserly glare. Perhaps a ghost or two can... more
Safe and sound aboard a canoe on the lake, Jimmy can straiten things out with Molly. But how can... more
Between the detectives, the suspicious father, and the upcoming theatricals, how is Jimmy to get closer to Molly? P.G.... more
How can Jimmy convince Molly’s pugnacious father that he is not, in fact, a professional burglar? P.G. Wodehouse, today... more
A year of globe-trotting can’t cure Jimmy’s curious affliction. Will he ever get the remarkable girl from the steamer... more
Everyone says that Jimmy is the same jolly chap as ever, even after coming into money. So why does... more
Why does withholding Culwin make things worse by holding his tongue? Edith Wharton, today on The Classic Tales... more
Sleepy Hollow sounded like such a peaceful place to the gentle Ichabod Crane. Boy, was he in for a... more
Why is an unobtrusive, simple flat in the middle of London outrageously haunted? Edward Bulwer-Lytton, today on The Classic... more
Dreaming of eternal tranquility, Winzy quaffs the elixir of immortality. But soon his tranquility turns to torture. Mary... more
It was the dull, sightless, vulture's eye that shredded his final nerve. Edgar Allan Poe, today on The Classic... more
The mystery of the cursed room is solved, and all is revealed. Anonymous, today on The Classic Tales Podcast. ... more
Seeking shelter from the storm, a young traveler finds refuge in a cozy cottage nestled in the notch of... more
After abandoning a life of dissipation, the baron settles down - but this version of simple domesticity isn’t what... more
What does Evie discover when she finds the cursed, closed cabinet – open? Anonymous, today on The Classic Tales... more
Jabez Wilson is exorbitantly paid to copy the Encyclopedia Britannica at a certain time and place every day. Is... more
Father and son enter a magic shop where the shopman is a genius at sleight of hand. But, as... more
A family secret, an ominous curse, and a mysterious cabinet equals a surplusage of horrors. No wonder the writer... more
Enter the tormented mind of a prisoner in his quest for hope in a world of darkness. Edgar Allan... more
Everyone says Henry’s wife, Phoebe, has died. But to Henry, she’s still alive. Theodore Dreiser, today on The Classic... more
Have 30 years dimmed the memory of music in Clark’s aunt? What will happen if it’s awakened? Willa Cather,... more
Does a mummified monkey’s paw have supernatural powers? What happens when a careless wish puts it to the test?... more
It’s the most glorious flower garden the world has ever known. But when a young student falls in love... more
Why does the rose bush tremble, when there isn’t a hint of wind? Mary Wilkins Freeman, today on The... more
How does Barbara cope with the loss of her handsome Edmond? Can Lord Uplandtowers use this to exact a... more
When Barbara elopes with her penniless lover, it sets in motion a series of events culminating in tragedy. Thomas... more
Why is Bryden’s doppelgänger curiously disfigured? Henry James, today on The Classic Tales Podcast. Welcome to The Classic... more
Helen Stoner is terrified. Two years ago, her sister died after hearing strange noises in her room. Now... more
The bloody-minded Montresor leads the pompous Fortunato deep into the wine vaults and catacombs, crowning in a climax that... more
Is the spectral presence in Bryden’s home the ghost of his alter ego, or is he just seeing what... more
Why is a spectre haunting a lonely signal man in the small hours of the night? Charles Dickens, today... more
Ten undetectable humanoids are loose in the United States, and if they get together, they will transform into a... more
Why does Mr. Lavington insist that his nephew remain in the brutal winter of New England, defying the diagnoses... more
Why are Mr. and Mrs. Brede telling so many lies? They seem like such nice people. Henry Cuyler Bunner,... more
How will mother respond when she learns that a new barn is being built where she’d been promised a... more
Will the joys of the Araby bazaar live up to the hype, or is this enthusiasm possibly misplaced? James... more
A cutthroat quest for buried treasure begs the question - is one life more sacred than another? H.G. Wells,... more
Are there really more things in heaven and earth than we can dream of? Joaquim Maria Machado de Assis,... more
Is a young man’s philandering ever really a victimless crime? D.H. Lawrence, today on The Classic Tales Podcast. ... more
What gruesome mystery surrounds the two-hundred-year-old derelict? William Hope Hodgson, today on The Classic Tales Podcast. Welcome to... more
Will Bess and Venters make it out of the valley with Tull’s men on their trail? Will Lassiter and... more
Why does Bess’s true identity shatter the worlds of Venters, Jane, and even Lassiter? Zane Grey, today on The... more
With Faye’s abduction, Lassiter’s about to show what he’s made of. Zane Grey, today on The Classic Tales Podcast. ... more
When the townsfolk see Venters returning to town with Jane Withersteen’s stolen horses, they know somebody’s gonna die. Zane... more
Who are the shady horsemen Venters finds leading Jane Withersteen’s favorite horses? Zane Grey, today on The Classic Tales... more
Can Venters publicly call out Tull’s crimes without a serious backlash? Zane Grey, today on The Classic Tales Podcast. ... more
Can Jane Withersteen handle another devastating blow to her livelihood? How many hits can her trembling loyalty take? Zane... more
What will Lassiter do when Jane Withersteen’s true intentions are revealed? Zane Grey, today on The Classic Tales Podcast. ... more
Why does Venters want to save the cattle rustler he shot? How is he going to save anyone, with... more
Lassiter discovers another plot to sabotage Jane Withersteen’s cattle, and only he can stop it. Zane Grey, today on... more
Venters heads off to discover the cattle rustlers’ hideout in Deception Pass. But when he crosses paths with the... more
Jane Withersteen has a reputation for befriending the homeless outcast. So why are the town elders fuming mad? Zane... more
With the world’s population perfectly regulated, what does it mean when Mrs. Wehling has triplets? Kurt Vonnegut, today on... more
In a world where delusions become reality, what is the standard for sanity? Ray Bradbury, today on The Classic... more
What do you call a con man in an advanced world of rocket ships, concrete, and stainless steel? A... more
How is Ukridge hoping to finagle his own wedding bells? PEPPO – the tonic that bucks you up! I... more
What happens when you mix up Ukridge, Battling Billson, and a Welsh revival meeting? Let’s find out. P.G. Wodehouse,... more
What’s the most substantial thing that Ukridge can bring to a political campaign? Hopefully not scandal – anything but... more
How much harm can be done by taking a simple car ride with a chummy chauffeur? Well, if Ukridge... more
Can Ukridge deliver on a promise he made to save Doris’ fledgling dictation business? P.G. Wodehouse, today on The... more
Corky’s flat is invaded by an unknown woman whose stripling in tow is bent on seeing the sights of London... more
Dora has lost her position because of Ukridge’s gratuitous “help”. But Ukridge has a plan to make it right –... more
When Uncle Pio discovers his protégé, his life seems complete. But the protégé’s tragedy is only beginning. Thornton Wilder, today... more
Manuel and Esteban are identical twins that no one can tell apart – they even have their own language. It... more
Five people fall to their deaths when a bridge collapses in Peru. Can Brother Juniper discover the reason that these... more
Can Poirot discover the critical whereabouts of a missing will? It’s worth a fortune! Agatha Christie, today on The Classic... more
Can Poirot discover the critical whereabouts of a missing will? It’s worth a fortune! Agatha Christie, today on The Classic... more
A startling phone call leads to the discovery of a dead Italian nobleman. Can Poirot catch the killer? Agatha Christie,... more
The head of one the largest banks in England is missing! Can Poirot discover his whereabouts before it's too late?... more
The head of one the largest banks in England is missing! Can Poirot discover his whereabouts before it's too late?... more
Yesterday the Prime Minster escaped an assassination attempt, and now he’s missing! Can Poirot find him? Agatha Christie, today on... more
The theft of a million dollars in bonds puts the career of a promising young man in jeopardy. Can Poirot... more
A murder in Darbyshire demands that Poirot investigate. But how can the great detective do his deducing when he’s laid... more
What could possibly be amiss by securing rent for a particularly cheap flat? I mean, it’s not haunted, is it?... more
Everyone seems okay with a sudden death in the country, but Poirot senses that something is off. Agatha Christie, today... more
Cryptic letters threaten the theft of an ancient jewel, yet Poirot seems powerless to prevent the inevitable. Agatha Christie, today... more
Sir Hugh takes his secret to the grave with a vicious grin on his lips – a devious grin that... more
The search party discovers a certain horror when they find what they’ve been looking for. Algernon Blackwood, today on The... more
A monster lurks in the Canadian forests. If the legends are to be believed, a small band of hunters is... more
The torments of the Inquisition, and a murder that won’t keep quiet. Halloween comes with a vengeance with Edgar Allan... more
Why would someone break into the safe of a millionaire industrialist, and leave the money? Arthur B. Reeve, today on... more
An extravagant pearl necklace is missing. Can Poirot discover the elusive thief? Agatha Christie, today on The Classic Tales Podcast.... more
Enjoy a sample of the first chapter of the paranormal thriller Grave Intervention, by Shira Shiloah. You can download the... more
Why does a woman demand that a surgeon amputate part of her finger? Jacques Futrelle, today on The Classic Tales... more
Top secret plans have been stolen, and a man lies dead in the Underground. Can Sherlock Holmes stave off an... more
Treachery, duplicity and intrigue abound as the final secrets of Treasure Island are revealed. Robert Louis Stevenson, today on The... more
What will Jim discover once he returns triumphant from his sea adventure? Robert Louis Stevenson, today on The Classic Tales... more
Why does a woman demand that a surgeon amputate part of her finger? Jacques Futrelle, today on The Classic Tales Podcast. Welcome... more