Brenda Blethyn, Lesley Manville and Phil Davis star in this special Mike Leigh collection, featuring the iconic hit Abigail’s Party and a banned play from the BBC archivesOne of Britain's most prolific and influential writers, Mike Leigh has directed some of the best British films of the last 50 years, including Life is Sweet, Secrets & Lies and Vera Drake. He has written a plethora of plays for the BBC, among them the bleakly comic drama...

Three semi-autobiographical plays by Victor Pemberton telling the story of one family across the 20th centuryNovelist and playwright Victor Pemberton was best known for scripting Doctor Who and working on Jim Henson’s Fraggle Rock. His many plays for BBC Radio included The Slide, Kill the Pharaoh. and this three-part family saga, a love story inspired by the lives of his own parents and starring Nerys Hughes, Nigel Anthony, Sheila...

A trilogy of thrillers set in Liverpool, featuring the formidable Detective Inspector CrustVeteran scriptwriter Vincent McInerney draws on his lifelong knowledge of Liverpool and his background in the Merchant Marine in these engaging thrillers, in which the gruff, indomitable John Crust and his sidekick Minty probe the circumstances surrounding a missing husband, a stolen sculpture and a hidden treasure.O’Rourke’s First Case – Mad...

Stranded on an Island: The boy’s adventure begins when he is shipwrecked or otherwise left alone on a deserted island. The isolation and the challenges of survival on the island form the core of the story. He must use his resourcefulness and courage to navigate the unfamiliar environment.Search for Treasure: As the title suggests, a significant part of the story involves the quest for "Golden Treasure." The boy discovers clues or a map leading to hidden treasure, which adds an element of m...

The American literary tradition has, in a far shorter span of time than others throughout history, achieved a glowing and glittering reputation.From its transatlantic roots it has absorbed the sons and daughters of other cultures, other lands and made them part of her own.America prides itself on liberty, on justice for all and, if you are a wealthy white man, that is essentially true. Sadly, many other segments of society find it difficult to feel or become part of this en...

Do the Hard Things First: Box Set (Books 1-3)Step forward confidently on a transformative journey with the "Do the Hard Things First" box set, a robust collection designed to equip you with the tools and strategies to conquer life's most challenging obstacles. This box set includes the first three books in the acclaimed series, each offering a comprehensive guide to mastering the art of self-discipline, overcoming procrastination, and achieving unparalleled success...

The Detective has been a mainstay of fiction writing ever since we can remember.Their deductive powers, their intuition and fleet-footed grasp of every detail can often turn the unlikeliest situation, or bunch of red herrings, into a breakthrough to capture even the most ingenious and dastardly of criminals.In this series our classic authors explore not only various themes, such as Occult Detectives, Female Detectives, Curious Crimes and a whole host more, but also bring a ...

"Do the Hard Things First: Defeating Shiny Object Syndrome" is your essential guide to conquering distractions and achieving your goals. This book dives deep into the root causes of Shiny Object Syndrome (SOS), offering practical strategies and real-life applications to help you stay focused and productive.Here’s what you’ll learn:Understanding SOS and Its Impact: Gain a comprehensive understanding of Shiny Object Syndrome, its psychological roots, an...

Edgar Poe was born in Boston Massachusetts on 19th January 1809. His father abandoned his family the following year and within a year his mother had died leaving him an orphan.He was taken in by the Allan family but never formally adopted although he now referred to himself as Edgar Allan Poe. His father alternatively spoiled or chastised him and tension was frequent over gambling debts and monies for his education. His university years to study ancient and modern languages was cut...

Welcome to the Museum of the Omniverse where you can safely experience actual events from every possible part of time and space. The museum is having some technical difficulties, however. Space time rifts have been opening throughout the museum and everyone has disappeared except for Mirandum, an exhibit curator. When a small group of visitors appears, Mirandum gives them a tour of the museum's Dragon Exhibit while searching for clues to the museum's ultimate fate.This full cast ci...

In the Wild-West wilderness of the Frontier, a sheriff has been tasked with escorting the captured servant of the vampire Nobility to the authorities in the Capital. Unfortunately, the stagecoach route they must follow crosses into the territory of the servant’s master, the dread Duke Sinistre!As they rush toward the safety of the civilized city, monsters lie in wait to attack and destroy them. However, they also encounter the legendary dhampir vampire hunter known only as "D". Thi...

Unlock Your Full Potential and Harness the Power of Unshakeable Self-DisciplineIn "Do the Hard Things First: How to Harness Your Willpower to Break Bad Habits and Build Powerful Self-Discipline," embark on a transformative mission to develop robust self-discipline and free yourself from the destructive habits that impede your progress. This comprehensive guide provides practical, actionable strategies designed to help you confront life’s challenges and attain personal an...