• The Elves and The Shoemaker| Velvet Voices Library | Ep 6
    Dec 22 2024

    In this holiday special of Velvet Voices Library, the story of 'The Elves and the Shoemaker' by the Brothers Grimm is narrated by Malory. The tale follows a hardworking shoemaker who, despite his efforts, struggles to make ends meet. One night, he discovers that someone, or something, is making shoes for him while he sleeps, leading to his prosperity. The story highlights themes of gratitude, kindness, and the magic of giving during the holiday season.

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    5 mins
  • The Night Before Christmas | Velvet Voices Library | Ep 5
    Dec 15 2024

    In this holiday special of Velvet Voices Library, host Mallory reads the classic poem 'The Night Before Christmas' by Clement C. Moore. The reading captures the enchanting essence of Christmas Eve, detailing the arrival of St. Nicholas and the joy of the holiday season. The performance is filled with vivid imagery and festive spirit, inviting listeners to immerse themselves in the magic of Christmas.

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    5 mins
  • Pride & Prejudice: Chapter 1 | Velvet Voices Library | Ep 3
    Nov 23 2024

    In this episode of Velvet Voices Library, host Mallory Black delves into the opening chapters of Jane Austen's 'Pride and Prejudice'. The conversation explores themes of marriage, social expectations, and family dynamics, particularly through the lens of the Bennet family and the arrival of Mr. Bingley. The discussion highlights the societal pressures surrounding marriage and the contrasting personalities of Mr. and Mrs. Bennet.

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    5 mins
  • Pride & Prejudice: Chapters 2 and 3 | Velvet Voices Library | Ep. 4
    Nov 23 2024

    In this reading of Jane Austen's Pride and Prejudice, the conversation explores the early interactions of the Bennet family with Mr. Bingley and Mr. Darcy, highlighting the social dynamics and character traits that set the stage for the unfolding drama. The narrative delves into themes of romance, societal expectations, and the characters' contrasting personalities, particularly the amiable Mr. Bingley and the proud Mr. Darcy.

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    15 mins
  • The Tell-Tale Heart | Velvet Voices Library | Ep 2
    Jul 7 2024

    In the latest episode of 'Velvet Voices Library,' hosted by Mallory, listeners are beckoned into the chilling realm of Edgar Allan Poe's 'The Tell-Tale Heart.' With each measured breath, Mallory unravels a harrowing tale, delving deep into the mind of a troubled narrator haunted by their own actions. As Mallory's voice traces the narrator's descent into madness, listeners are gripped by the relentless beating of the heart beneath the floorboards—an ominous reminder of guilt unshakable. Surrender to the hypnotic rhythm of Mallory's narration as she guides you through the labyrinth of the narrator's torment, offering an unsettling glimpse into the darkness that consumes, thump-thumping louder with each passing moment.

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    18 mins
  • The Raven | Velvet Voices Library | Ep 1
    Jun 23 2024

    In the premiere episode of "Velvet Voices Library," hosted by Mallory, listeners are invited to immerse themselves in the rich tapestry of Edgar Allan Poe's "The Raven." With each whispered word, Mallory weaves a spellbinding narrative, echoing the melancholy of the narrator as they confront the spectral visitor tapping at their chamber door. As Mallory's velvety voice caresses the lines of Poe's unforgotten lore, listeners are transported to the shadowy depths of the narrator's despair, where the ominous presence of the raven casts a haunting spell. Surrender to the seductive cadence of Mallory's reading as she guides you through the labyrinthine corridors of Poe's masterpiece, offering solace from the darkness that lurks, nevermore.

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    10 mins