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When the history of horror comics was written, one name stood and still stands above the rest: EC Comics. With equal parts suspense, gore, camp, and revenge, the triumvirate of EC’s horror output laid the groundwork for what was to come from many of the genre’s greatest writers and directors. Now, AudioComics (a division of Pocket Universe Productions) presents EC’s The Vault of Horror, its stories adapted and presented in an audiorich fully immersive setting complete with a full cast, scoring, and soundscapes.

A superb anthology of 40 great classic humorous stories.

Dive into a realm where wit intertwines with the macabre, and laughter dances on the edge of darkness, as suggested by the title. This podcast curates a collection of darkly humorous verse that challenges the norms of traditional poetry, inviting listeners to explore the lighter side of life's grim realities. Every episode features a new complete audiobook, showcasing a rotating selection that captures the essence of satire, irony, and playful absurdity. This is not a single narrative but a series of unique explorations that provoke thought while tickling the funny bone. Each poem serves as a ...

Dive into a whimsical realm where the wisdom of age-old proverbs meets a cheeky twist, as suggested by the captivating title. This podcast invites listeners to explore the humorous and often irreverent reinterpretation of familiar sayings, revealing the absurdities and contradictions lurking beneath the surface. Each episode features a new complete audiobook, presenting a rotating collection of clever verses that challenge conventional morals and celebrate the delightful chaos of human nature. This is not a single story but a series of unique explorations that encourage laughter and reflection...

Dive into the whimsical and often absurd world of "More Misrepresentative Men," where humor meets the complexities of masculinity through a diverse array of verse. This podcast invites listeners to explore the multifaceted portrayals of men, from the hilariously flawed to the outright ridiculous, revealing the intricacies of human nature and societal expectations. Each episode features a new complete audiobook, offering a rotating collection that spans various styles, tones, and perspectives on manhood. These unique explorations challenge stereotypes and provoke thought while delivering ...

Explore the complex tapestry of masculinity and identity in "Misrepresentative Men," a podcast that delves into the intricacies of how male figures have been portrayed throughout literature and history. Each episode features a new complete audiobook, showcasing a variety of narratives that challenge, satirize, and reflect upon the archetypes of manhood. These unique explorations invite listeners to consider the multifaceted nature of masculinity and the societal expectations that shape it. From legendary heroes to flawed characters, the stories reveal the contradictions and complexities of ...

Dive into the intriguing world of "Misrepresentative Women," where humor and satire collide to offer a fresh perspective on some of history's most iconic female figures. This podcast showcases a rotating collection of complete audiobooks that celebrate the complexities and contradictions of women through witty poems and verses. Each episode invites listeners to explore the multifaceted nature of femininity, highlighting both the triumphs and the absurdities that have shaped women's narratives across time. As we navigate through a variety of literary styles and historical contexts, this series ...

The Bible is Alive and it is more than a dry dusty read. It is absolutely fascinating. God gave us imperfect heroes and the Perfect Sacrifice. Abraham, David, Gideon real men, flawed imperfect just like us but they did God's work. Christ Jesus, God's only Begotten walked and talked as we do here on this earth. Jesus, cleansed the Temple, Healed the lame, and preached a personal relationship with God. Not ceremonies, not rituals, but a close personal relationship.

Great Animal Stories, featuring 25 beastly tales.

Bats in the Belfry is a humorous short story in the tradition of the Victorian bedroom farce. Percy Biffin, an awkward house-guest at the summer residence of Sir Borwick Trout, is unexpectedly called on in the middle of the night to remove a bat from the beautiful young Julia Trout's bedroom. His presence in the young lady's bedroom is misinterpreted by every person who learns of it...and the more Biffin tries to extricate himself, the worse the situation becomes.

Here are 26 tiny classics of English "cruel" humor, in Harry Graham's first book of Ruthless Rhymes for Heartless Homes.

A glittering collection of humorous stories by classic authors, including 'The Tremendous Adventures of Major Brown' by G.K. Chesterton, 'The Talking Horse' by Thomas Anstey Guthrie, 'The Seventh Pullet' by Saki, 'Biffin on the Bassoon' by Harry Graham, 'The Scharz-Metterklume Method' by Saki, 'The Chaplet' by Saki, 'The Facts' by Ring Lardner, 'A Dissertation Upon Roasted Pig' by Charles Lamb, 'Fur' by Saki, and 'The Lumber Room' by Saki'.

Harry Graham was an English writer of light verse, popular fiction and history. He is best remembered for his grotesque and humorous verses which parody the children’s cautionary verses of his day. His most successful work was his series of hilariously cruel Ruthless Rhymes, first published in 1898 under the pseudonym Col. D. Streamer. Billy in one of his nice new sashes, Fell in the fire and was burnt to ashes; Now, although the room grows chilly, I haven’t the heart to poke poor Billy.

Harry Garham made a great name for himself as a writer of light verse and humorous stories, including the inimitable Ruthless Rhymes for Heartless Homes. His classic story, 'Biffin on the Bassoon', recounts a tale of decidedly amateur musician who inadvertently finds himself playing the bassoon solo at the inaugural performance by the London Philmelodic of Heinzmacher's Die Schöpfung, with comic results.