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From its inception in California in 1974 to its highly acclaimed critical success at Joseph Papp's Public Theater and on Broadway, the Obie Award-winning for colored girls who have considered suicide/when the rainbow is enuf has excited, inspired, and transformed audiences all over the country. Passionate and fearless, Shange's words reveal what it is to be of color and female in the 20th century.

‘You can’t get around Kate Battista as easily as all that’ Kate Battista is feeling stuck. How did she end up running house and home for her eccentric scientist father and uppity, pretty younger sister Bunny? Plus, she’s always in trouble at work – her pre-school charges adore her, but...

Dive straight into a captivating tale that pulls no punches. In this masterful satire, Balzac presents a vivid portrayal of Parisian society, reminiscent of Dantes Inferno, though the anticipation for the dramas onset might test your patience. Our enigmatic hero, Henri de Marsay, a product of a debauched Regency milord, navigates the cynical world of libertinism with unmatched charm. His target? The mesmerizing Paquita Valdes, whose golden eyes hold secrets of their own. But lurking in the shadows is a mysterious third figure, complicating their passionate entanglement. This novels shocking ...

When they met at an airport, it was love at first sight. But in time, everything collapsed. As an unnamed but unforgettable woman muses on her life—from meet cute to marriage and parenthood—her recollections inexorably build to a devastating truth. In this shattering performance, Carey Mulligan, star of the critically lauded drama An Education, captivates audiences with playwright Dennis Kelly’s harrowing ruminations on family, ambition, gender, and violence.

The festive season is approaching, and the Bomb Girls are determined to make this a year to remember. With Myrtle's health in decline, Edna's love life beginning to take flight and a shy new arrival in their midst, life is never quiet in Pendle. But Gladys, back from performing for the troops, is sullen and sad, and her friends are sure she is hiding something.

The Girl From Scotland Yard by Edgar Wallace. This is another of the fine detective mysteries written by Edgar Wallace during the early part of the twentieth century. This particular story revolves around the adventures of one Leslie Maughn who is employed as an advisor to New Scotland Yard in the days before women could become actual police officers. Supervised by her boss, Inspector Coldwell, she unravels a complex plot created by the Druze family. The other main character in the story is Peter Dawlish, a recently released prisoner from Dartmoor Prison who naturally becomes the first ...

Gladstone Girls is an uplifting, joyful story about a group of female pottery workers determined to protect ‘Curl Friday’, a factory tradition that they hold dear.The scripted Podcast delves into the lives of a group of spirited and highly skilled lithographers, who, every Friday transform the lithography room into a bustling hair salon as they prepare for their night out at the local nightclub, ‘Jollies.’However, their routine is shattered when a new floor manager arrives and wants to put a stop to ‘Curl Friday’. He threatens to dock the girls wages if they turn up in rollers ...

Dive into the vibrant world of The Roaring Girl, a thrilling Jacobean comedy co-written by Thomas Middleton and Thomas Dekker, first published in 1611. This entertaining play tells the captivating story of Mary Frith, famously known as Moll Cutpurse, a woman who defied societal norms and earned a reputation as a fierce virago in early 17th-century London. The term roaring girl is a playful twist on roaring boy, which referred to young men who led wild, unruly lives. As Moll navigates her adventures in cross-dressing, the play intertwines her escapades with the romantic pursuits of three ...

Orphaned and burdened with the responsibility of raising her younger sisters, Mabel dedicates her days to sewing, enduring long hours and meager pay. With unwavering faith, she confronts the challenges of their harsh reality, while her spirited sister grapples with feelings of injustice. Determined to unveil the hidden truths behind their misfortunes, Mabels journey is one of resilience and discovery. This captivating tale will resonate with fans of heartfelt family dramas, light-hearted mysteries, biting social critiques, and, of course, sewing machines! (Jennifer Fournier)

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Nestled just outside Los Angeles, the countryside is a breathtaking oasis, where the land flourishes, majestic animals roam, and tranquil natural pools beckon on warm summer days. For families like the Penningtons and the Evanses, life seems idyllic and fulfilling. Yet, beneath this picturesque facade lurks a dark reality. At Rancho Ganado, the encroaching shadows of bootlegging, drugs, and murder threaten to shatter their peace. The vices of nearby Hollywood intrude upon their serene existence, spiraling their lives into chaos and turmoil. - Summary by Joseph DeNoiaProof-listened by KevinS ...

In this unique audio adaptation of Neil Simon’s screenplay, Paula McFadden’s a down-on-her-luck actress who’s forced to take in a new roommate - the eccentric, noisy, and generally unpleasant Elliot Garfield - who also happens to be an actor. As their careers and finances hit new lows, their reluctant partnership threatens to turn into something neither one wants.

One of America's great dramatists rocked the worlds of Broadway and Hollywood in this moving drama about a desperately self-destructive alcoholic actor and Georgie, his long-suffering wife. A searing, emotional play of love and redemption.

It’s 1979, the lead guitarist of The Wide Eyed Boys, Eddie Allbright, and his supergroupie model wife, Lissy Ellery are one of the most famous and glamorous rock couples in the world. From the outside, their life looks like a dream, but behind closed doors too many drugs, too many affairs and too much black magic is creating a recipe that will either save them, or destroy them. An intimate look into the hedonistic life of a seventies rock band and their groupies, Rainbow Girl is for everyone who has ever wondered what it was really like to be with the band. A stand alone, set in the world of...

Dive into Volume 8 of Anton Chekhovs captivating collection of short stories. This selection features poignant narratives such as The Chorus Girl, A Gentleman Friend, and A Father, among others, each highlighting Chekhovs masterful storytelling. - Summary by Lynne Thompson

After the death of his father, Dons life takes an unexpected turn as he learns the harsh realities of adulthood without the safety net of wealth. Stripped of his privileges, he embarks on a journey to carve out his own path to financial independence. Along the way, he confronts the stark differences between his desires and the true values of life, discovering that what he once thought he wanted may not be what he truly needs. - Summary by ashleighjane

In Edna Ferbers debut novel, Dawn O’Hara, the Girl Who Laughed, we meet Dawn, a weary newspaperwoman from New York who finds herself back in her Michigan hometown on the advice of her doctor. After years of living in boarding houses and supporting her brilliant yet mentally ill husband, Peter Orme, Dawn feels like a shadow of her former self at just twenty-eight. With the loving support of her sister Norah and the charming attentions of the handsome German doctor, Ernst Von Gerhard, she begins to reclaim her zest for life. Securing a newspaper job in Milwaukee opens the door to new ...

Join the impulsive and self-absorbed Rhoda as she navigates the challenges of boarding school, discovering the profound lessons of recklessness and the power of forgiveness. A captivating tale that explores the complexities of youth and personal growth. (Summary by JudiMason)

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From New York Times bestselling author Karen Harper comes a novel based on the lives of two amazing sisters . . . One sailed the Titanic and started a fashion empire . . . The other overtook Hollywood and scandalized the world . . . Together, they were unstoppable. They rose from genteel poverty...