Wretched "Decay"

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Thora Grieve finds herself destitute and an outcast after the sudden death of her husband, but a glimmer of hope arrives when a family friend offers her the chance to study botany under a famed professor. Once at the university, Thora becomes entranced by a mysterious young woman, Olea, who emerges each night to tend to the plants in the private garden below her window.

Hungry for connection, Thora befriends Olea through the garden gate and their relationship quickly and intensely blossoms. Intoxicated, Thora throws herself into finding a cure for Olea's ailment and sinks deeper into a world of beauty, poison, and obsession. She's finally found the freedom to pursue her darkest desires, but will it be worth the price?

This Vicious Hunger By Francesca May, Read By Hannah Church (Audiobook Excerpt)

How rethinking our relationships with other species can help us reimagine the future of humankind 
 
In the woodlands of sub-Saharan Africa, sometime deep in our species’ past, something strange happened: a bird called out, not to warn others of human presence, but to call attention to herself. Having found a beehive, that bird—a honeyguide—sought human aid to break in. The behavior can seem almost miraculous: How would a bird come to think that people could help her? Isn’t life simply bloodier than that? 

As Rob Dunn argues in The Call of the Honeyguide, it isn’t. Nature is red in tooth and claw, but in equal measure, life works together. Cells host even smaller life, wrapped in a web of mutual interdependence. Ants might go to war, but they also tend fungi, aphids, and even trees. And we humans work not just with honeyguides but with yeast, crops, and pets. Ecologists call these beneficial relationships mutualisms. And they might be the most important forces in the evolution of life.  

We humans often act as though we are all alone, independent from the rest of life. As The Call of the Honeyguide shows, we are not. It is a call to action for a more beneficent, less lonely future. 

The Call of the Honeyguide By Rob Dunn, Read By Charles Constant (Audiobook Excerpt)

She’s working for a fae in finance, business plan, 6’ 5”, big wings…

When investment banker Miri is purposely trapped in Faerie by her client, the Princeling of the Faerie realm, she does what any normal 20-something would do: cries, makes jokes in denial, and worries loudly about her cat, Doctor Kitten. Instead of rescuing her, her boss simply confirms she has solid internet access, leaving Miri stranded in a strange land with only a warning that the quality of her work should not decrease because of a change of address. 

But Miri grew up reading fantasy, and she knows there are always ways to work around magic—she just needs to find them. In order to make her daring escape, Miri must navigate Faerie political drama, lies by omission, faerie seduction tactics, deteriorating mental health, and a mother who never hangs up the phone.

A Fae in Finance By Juliet Brooks, Read By Emily Lawrence

The revolution continues in the thrilling third novel of Justin Lee Anderson’s epic Eidyn Saga, perfect for fans of Anthony Ryan and David Gemmell.The eternal light keeping demons at bay has been extinguished and Eidyn’s last bastion is under brutal siege. Aranok and his allies draw the final battle lines as the war for the kingdom nears its end. With death threatening from every shadow and truth itself at stake, Eidyn’s defenders must put aside their grudges and come together. But is it possible to save everyone when some prefer the lie?

“An eclectic cast of characters traverse a war-ravaged kingdom as Anderson’s cleverly constructed plot winds its way towards a truly unexpected denouement. Rich in action and intrigue, this fantasy adventure with a Scottish flavor is sure to please fans of David Gemmell.” – Anthony Ryan, New York Times bestselling author​

For more from Justin Lee Anderson, check out:

The Lost War
The Bitter Crown

The Damned King By Justin Lee Anderson

A moving, genuine, and hilarious collection of essays about fame, glamour, infamy, and the power of writing your own story, from Page 3 model turned writer Keeley Hazell. 

For much of her life, Keeley Hazell has been labeled and pigeonholed. Growing up in a poor working-class family made her a certain kind of person (the kind who scrounged for chicken and chips money and once set a car on fire). Becoming a topless model after winning The Sun newspaper’s “Page 3 Idol” competition made her a certain kind of person (one with big boobs and few thoughts, to hear anyone else tell it). And as glittery as being one of the UK’s most successful glamour models may seem, Keeley’s fairytale success quickly turned into a nightmare. After becoming a victim of revenge porn and a particularly disastrous interview with a high brow British newspaper, Keeley began re-examining her life. She learned about feminism, objectification, and systemic misogyny on a wonderful journey of personal growth, and with a flick of her hair, quit modelling, walked away from a fat paycheck, and moved thousands of miles away from everything she had come to know. Reinventing herself as an actress and writer, she starred in award-winning short films, as well as horrors, dramas, and comedies before facing her most challenging job on the massive hit series Ted Lasso– rewriting what it means to be Keeley both on-screen and in real life. 

EVERYONE’S SEEN MY TITS is a powerful, funny, high spirited essay collection. From growing up on a council estate and her tumultuous relationship with fame to overcoming adversity, finding feminism, and finding herself, these essays chronicle one woman’s coming-of-age and coming into herself. A personal journey with universal appeal as girls worldwide continue to battle how they are perceived, who they really are, and what they can be.

Everyone's Seen My Tits By Keeley Hazell

Discover the history and culture of over 50 of the most fearsome mythical creatures to capture the human imagination in this startlingly illustrated compendium.

Accompanied by illustrations of each beast, Freaky Folklore is your guide to the world’s most terrifying beings, from ancient times to today. Hosts from Eeriecast, the leading horror podcast network, present the most frightening—and entertaining—tales of these mysterious creatures, revealing everything you need to know.

This beautifully creepy collection is filled with wicked monsters, including:
 
Chupacabra: A legendary monster that is said to drain the blood of livestock throughout Mexico, Puerto Rico, and the US Southwest.

Jersey Devil: Said to have been created due to a mother's curse upon her newborn in the Pine Barrens of southern New Jersey, USA.

Kelpie: A shape-shifting water horse told of in Celtic folklore. Whatever form it takes, it is said to lure its victims to their watery graves.

Moehau: A cryptid from Māori mythology, it stands up to 8 feet tall and can be very aggressive when encountered.

Kuchisake-onna: From Japanese folklore, Kuchisake-onna is a yokai with deep gashes that forms a haunting smile across her face. Should you happen to meet her, she will ask you a question—and you had better answer it correctly.

Dogman: A werewolf or werewolf-type creature first reported in 1887 in Wexford County, Michigan, Dogman sightings have been reported in several locations throughout Michigan, primarily in the northwestern quadrant of the Lower Peninsula.

Freaky Folklore has the stories, culture, and illustrations for you to be on the lookout for these beasts. Dive into the world of mythology and find what makes each creature unique.

Freaky Folklore By Darkness Prevails

A heartwarming exploration of the beauty of Shabbat and the wonderfully diverse fabric of Jewish life and experience, for fans of The Proudest Blue and All Are Welcome.
 
What does Shabbat mean to you? 
Is it making a big meal with your relatives on Friday night?
Singing songs on Saturday morning?
Or maybe it’s seeing all your friends after services.
 
Shabbat can mean different things to different people, even for those who attend the same synagogue! This timeless story by award-winning author A. J. Sass explores the countless ways to celebrate the sabbath holiday through the wonderfully diverse fabric of Jewish life and experience.

Shabbat Is... By A. J. Sass, Read By Tami Stronach

Theme: 01 Intro Morcillesco

Demo-album: The return of the zombie...

Gang: Mad Morcilla and his Basuko Dealer's Club

Creator: Pablo D.M.F. [Do (C) - Mi (E) - Fa (F)]

Place in this World: Don Torcuato - Buenos Aires - Argentina 2007

Label: El Pato Criollo Records

Copyright: All Rights Reserved

01 Intro Morcillesco

Segun cuenta la leyenda (urbana) que un buen dia...las fuerzas del Universo crearon lo infinito...y con todo aquello...un pibe de barrio con aspiraciones a rocker (pero bastante freak) creo la figura dantesca de "Mad Morcilla"...y como se tenia que acompañar solo...tambien creo la pusilanime y malograda banda "Basuko Dealer's Club" (algo asi como El Club de los Traficantes de Basuko)...grabo a mediados de los años 90's...una cassette...basicamente con un bajo Fender Jazz Bass (con algunos efectos de pedal BOSS) y una caja de ritmos (BOSS Dr. Rhythm DR-550)...habia grabado una version deforme del tema de Led Zepp "Moby Dick" y tambien otra version de "The Model" de Kraftwerk...asi como otras composiciones originales...las cuales las envio por correo certificado desde Don Torcuato (Bs.As. -  Argentina) directamente a la direccion del sello discografico "Touch & Go Records" cito en Chicago - Illinoise - U.S.A.

Pero nunca tuvo respuesta alguna...

Años mas tarde...a su regreso de su periplo español en la ciudad de Cartagena (Murcia) pudo grabar un nuevo demo-album (eso fue en el año 2007) el que subio a la red social MySpace...con un fracaso absoluto de popularidad...con la cual se vio obligado a borrar el perfil y ocultar las nuevas grabaciones (ya que del primer demo-album tan solo habia una copia y esta (supuestamente) estaba en manos de los trabajadores del sello discografico "Touch & Go Records"...

En el ultimo mes del año 2012 (y a pocas semanas del fin del Mundo) subo a SoundCloud este muerto viviente...el retorno del zombie...

Ahora mismo...Mad Morcilla vive sumido en la pobreza (material pero no de alma y espiritu...) hacia el sur de los recuerdos...en un pais...en el que su nombre esta muy ligado a...es dolor (la verdad...siempre duele...)

Si los polvos mágicos nos ayudasen...cegando a los malos espiritus que nos traicionan...y el tiempo no se detiene...aun vivos o muertos...seguiremos por la senda...en la que crecen flores como campanas...y extrañas aves del paraiso...cantan melodias de tiempos preteritos...nos esperan en Titan (luna de Saturno) a orillas de un gran rio de metano...los mas extremos hinduistas reencarnados en grandes piedras de color anaranjado...meditando sobre el hombre y el Universo...
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According to legend (urban) one day ... forces created the infinite universe ... and everything ... a neighborhood kid to aspiring rocker (but pretty freak) I think the figure of Dante "Mad Pudding "... and as I had to accompany one ... I also think the pusillanimous and ill-fated band" Basuko Dealer's Club "(something like the Club Basuko traffickers) ... recorded in the mid 90's a cassette ... basically ... a Fender Jazz bass (with some BOSS stompbox effects) and a drum machine (BOSS Dr. Rhythm DR-550) ... had recorded a deformed version of Led Zepp theme "Moby Dick" and also another version of "The Model" by Kraftwerk ... as well as other original compositions ... which sent them by registered mail from Don Torcuato (Buenos Aires - Argentina) directly to the address of the seal album "Touch & Go Records" quote in Chicago - Illinoise - USA

But never did answer ...

Years later ... when he returned from his tour in the Spanish city of Cartagena (Murcia) could record a new demo-album (that was in 2007) which rose to the MySpace social network with a failure ... popularity absolute ... with which he was forced to delete the profile and hide the new recordings (since the first demo album only had one copy and this (supposedly) was in the hands of workers in the record label "Touch & Go Records "...

In the last month of 2012 (and a few weeks of the end of the world) get on SoundCloud this undead ... the return of the living dead ...

Currently ... Mad Pudding lives in poverty (material but not of soul and spirit ...) south of memories ... in a country ... in which his name is closely linked to .. . is pain (... truth always hurts ...)

If the magic powder would help us ... blinding the evil spirits who betray us ... and the clock is ticking ... even alive or dead ... we will continue on the path ... where flowers such as Bells strange ... and birds of paradise ... sing melodies of bygone days ... we expect in Titan (moon of Saturn) on the banks of a great river of methane ... the most extreme Hindus reincarnated in orange boulders meditating ... about man and the universe ...

01 Intro Morcillesco

Mad Morcilla

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