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  The Fall of the House of Usher

  Edgar Allan Poe

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  An unnamed narrator approaches the house of Usher on a “dull, dark, and soundless day.” This house—the estate of his boyhood friend, Roderick Usher—is gloomy and mysterious. The narrator observes that the house seems to have absorbed an evil and diseased atmosphere from the decaying trees and murky ponds around it. He notes that although the house is decaying in places—individual stones are disintegrating, for example—the structure itself is fairly solid. There is only a small crack from the roof to the ground in the front of the building. He has come to the house because his friend Roderick sent him a letter earnestly requesting his company. Roderick wrote that he was feeling physically and emotionally ill, so the narrator is rushing to his assistance. The narrator mentions that the Usher family, though an ancient clan, has never flourished. Only one member of the Usher family has survived from generation to generation, thereby forming a direct line of descent without any outside branches. The Usher family has become so identified with its estate that the peasantry confuses the inhabitants with their home. 
  The narrator decides to read to Roderick in order to pass the night away. He reads “Mad Trist” by Sir Launcelot Canning, a medieval romance. As he reads, he hears noises that correspond to the descriptions in the story. At first, he ignores these sounds as the vagaries of his imagination. Soon, however, they become more distinct and he can no longer ignore them. He also notices that Roderick has slumped over in his chair and is muttering to himself. The narrator approaches Roderick and listens to what he is saying. Roderick reveals that he has been hearing these sounds for days, and believes that they have buried Madeline alive and that she is trying to escape.

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  Between Rounds

  O. Henry

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  O. Henry was the pen name of William Sydney Porter (1862-1910), an American writer of outstanding short stories, known for their wit, wordplay, warm characterization, and surprise endings. "Between Rounds" is the tale of a lost child, the six-year old son of the owner of a boarding house with a colourful and ecclectic range of boarders. For the brief period of the child's absence the inhabitants pause in their regular activities and relationships. The interlude is described in a warm and gently humorous manner.

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  Thunderstorms and Horror Stories

  H. P. Lovecraft

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  Experience the Chilling Fusion: HP Lovecraft's Horror Stories with Thunderstorms!  
   
  Dive into the eerie world of H.P. Lovecraft's spine-tingling tales accompanied by the haunting ambiance of thunderstorms in our digital audiobook version: "Thunderstorms and Horror Stories." This gripping collection features Lovecraft's masterpieces, including "Beyond the Wall of Sleep," "The Nameless City," and "Celephais," enveloped in the atmospheric embrace of thunderous storms. 
   
  Here's why this audiobook is a must-have for thrill-seekers and Lovecraft enthusiasts alike: 
   
  Immersive Atmosphere: Let the dark and mysterious stories of Lovecraft transport you to otherworldly realms, amplified by the ominous backdrop of thunderstorms. Each tale becomes an immersive experience that sends shivers down your spine. 
   
  Perfectly Matched Ambiance: The thunderstorms' rumblings and flashes of lightning serve as an unsettling companion to Lovecraft's eerie narratives, intensifying the sense of foreboding and mystery woven into each story. 
   
  Unforgettable Listening Experience: Whether you're a fan of horror, fantasy, or Lovecraft's unique style, this audiobook delivers an unforgettable amalgamation of storytelling and atmospheric elements that will captivate and intrigue you.

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  Kitty Takes a Holiday

  Carrie Vaughn

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  After getting caught turning wolf on national television, Kitty retreats to a mountain cabin to recover and write her memoirs. But this is Kitty, so trouble is never far behind, and instead of Walden Pond, she gets Evil Dead. When werewolf hunter Cormac shows up with an injured Ben O'Farrell, Kitty's lawyer, slung over his shoulder, and a wolf-like creature with glowing red eyes starts sniffing around the cabin, Kitty wonders if any of them will get out of these woods alive.

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  Kearney

  Elizabeth Jordan

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  A short story from the British Library Tales of the Weird collection Glimpses of the Unknown. Written just after the end of the First World War, ‘Kearney’ follows Lieutenant Belden who seems to be haunted by one of his men who died in a terrible accident.

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  Running Cold

  Steve Zell

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  An ancient gift becomes a nightmare for a young mother in 60-s era Southern California. Mourning the loss of her husband and oldest child, Brit Helm struggles to create a new life for her youngest, Michael. The intrusion of a pretty surfer threatens to shatter any hope she has of control, and control him she must. Michael isn't like other boys. 
  When Michael gets angry his blood runs cold...and terrible things can happen.

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