Immerse students in the power of words with a diverse collection of audiobooks, poems, and written works. These resources bring classic and contemporary literature to life, encouraging thoughtful discussion and a deeper appreciation for storytelling.
Discover the intriguing tale of ‘Two Thanksgiving Day Gentlemen’ by O. Henry, a captivating story of tradition and unexpected turns. Join Pete and the Old Gentleman in their unique annual ritual, where traditions collide with unforeseen circumstances, leading to a twist that will leave readers pondering. Delve into this delightful narrative on The Writers Dock and uncover the surprises that await in this classic O. Henry masterpiece.
The Call of the Wild tells the story of a dog named Buck, stolen away from his owners in California and smuggled to Alaska where he is forced to work as part of a sled team. In the Yukon Territory, the gold rush is on and soon, despite cruel and icy conditions, the huge St. Bernard/German Shepherd mix adapts and begins to thrive in the frozen wilderness.
I am a debtor. My life as a writer/lyricist has been infused with the generous gifts of others—some I’ve known intimately, some I’ve walked with for a time, some I’ve never met. But I own them a debt I keep trying to repay for giving me a...
Thank you for holding the door for an old woman at Cracker Barrel. You must’ve been fourteen, you were with friends. You were laughing and carrying on when you saw the old woman, pushing a walker. You jogged ahead. You beat her to the door. You held it open. She thanked you. You yes-ma’amed her. And you made my day, kid. My whole day.
A crowded restaurant. The place is full of teenagers. Everyone is on their phones. Nobody is talking. I am here with my cousin’s 13-year-old son. He is playing on his phone when he asks, “What was it like before smartphones?” “It was different,” I answer. “Very different.”
The original tale of survival, Robinson Crusoe is a timeless classic that has been enjoyed by generations. This is the unabridged, first person account of a castaway and his thrilling story of being shipwrecked on a desert island for more than thirty years. For the listener’s greater enjoyment, this production clears away the confusion of certain old English phrases by replacing them with their modern equivalent. The meaning of every paragraph remains the same, but the book is delivered to the listener in an easy to understand and compelling way.
Robert W. Service’s poem uses a goldfish to underscore the challenges of constant scrutiny. The fish’s decline symbolizes the harms of perpetual observation. Service emphasizes the essentiality of privacy and the perils of exposure. The poem urges respect for boundaries and the value of solitude. It’s a call for compassion in an often intrusive world.
Robert W. Service’s poem champions human resilience against adversity. It underscores the challenge of persevering in tough times and the ease of succumbing to despair. The poem encourages readers to stay persistent and value mental strength, asserting that true character shines in the face of challenges.
In Robert W. Service’s poem, an angel descends to Earth, captivating many with his divine beauty. While many are enchanted, he resists earthly desires until a tempting woman questions his morals. As she challenges traditional values, God retrieves the angel to safeguard him, with Satan echoing the dismissal of age-old principles.