A Smile is Worth a Thousand Words Podcast
95 episodes
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Creator: Patrick Taqui
Solo Multigenre Anthology Audio Book
Synopsis:
Short stories, poems, fiction narratives: reading selections of literature with an emphasis on works with a special "twist"...
Format: Audio Book
Continuity: Anthology
Writing: Scripted
Voices: Solo
Genres: Multigenre
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Episodes:
August 30th, 2012- "The White Hare and The Crocodile"
Fri, 31 Aug 2012 03:23:57 +0000
A Japanese fairy tale about a trickster of a hare and a vindictive crocodile... Check our website: www.smile4a1000words.com for a short transcript of the story. Storytelling, Narrative Fiction, Audio Books, Audio Books Download, Short Story, Children's fable, Children's tales, Children fable, Childrens fables, childrens stories, childrens story
August 29th, 2012- "How The Monkey Escaped"
Thu, 30 Aug 2012 04:33:37 +0000
A clever Brazilian origin tale about a chimp's cleverness. Check our website: www.smile4a1000words.com for a short transcript of the story. Storytelling, Narrative Fiction, Audio Books, Audio Books Download, Short Story, Children's fable, Children's tales, Children fable, Childrens fables, childrens stories, childrens story
August 28th, 2012- "Pride Goeth Before The Fall"
Wed, 29 Aug 2012 03:55:56 +0000
An Indian folktale about the harsh lesson learned by three highway robbers... Check our website: www.smile4a1000words.com for a short transcript of the story. Storytelling, Narrative Fiction, Audio Books, Audio Books Download, Short Story, Children's fable, Children's tales, Children fable, Childrens fables, childrens stories, childrens story
August 27th, 2012- "The Talkative Tortoise"
Tue, 28 Aug 2012 03:45:43 +0000
An indian folktale about a turtle whose bad habits cost him dearly... Check our website: www.smile4a1000words.com for a short transcript of the story. Storytelling, Narrative Fiction, Audio Books, Audio Books Download, Short Story, Children's fable, Children's tales, Children fable, Childrens fables, childrens stories, childrens story
August 24th, 2012- "Emotional Transference"
Fri, 24 Aug 2012 18:21:25 +0000
A pseudo science fiction tale about a peculiar experiment... Check our website: www.smile4a1000words.com for a short transcript of the story. Storytelling, Narrative Fiction, Audio Books, Audio Books Download, Short Story, Children's fable, Children's tales, Children fable, Childrens fables, childrens stories, childrens story
August 23rd, 2012- "The Relic"
Thu, 23 Aug 2012 19:06:57 +0000
A short story about the consequences and high stakes of lying and keeping up the facade of said lies... Check our website: www.smile4a1000words.com for a short transcript of the story. Storytelling, Narrative Fiction, Audio Books, Audio Books Download, Short Story, Children's fable, Children's tales, Children fable, Childrens fables, childrens stories, childrens story
August 20th, 2012- "Screen 13"
Tue, 21 Aug 2012 05:18:38 +0000
A mystery short story about an odd tradition at a local movie theater... Check our website: www.smile4a1000words.com for a short transcript of the story. Storytelling, Narrative Fiction, Audio Books, Audio Books Download, Short Story, Children's fable, Children's tales, Children fable, Childrens fables, childrens stories, childrens story
August 16th, 2012- "Rumpelstilskin"
Thu, 16 Aug 2012 17:37:05 +0000
Another classic children's fairy tale about a gold-weaving seamstress and a promise she can't keep... Check our website: www.smile4a1000words.com for a short transcript of the story. Storytelling, Narrative Fiction, Audio Books, Audio Books Download, Short Story, Children's fable, Children's tales, Children fable, Childrens fables, childrens stories, childrens story
August 15th, 2012- "The Three Bears"
Wed, 15 Aug 2012 18:50:30 +0000
Another children's classic fairy tale: The Three Bears! Check our website: www.smile4a1000words.com for a short transcript of the story. Storytelling, Narrative Fiction, Audio Books, Audio Books Download, Short Story, Children's fable, Children's tales, Children fable, Childrens fables, childrens stories, childrens storyv
August 14th, 2012- "Jack And His Box 2"
Mon, 13 Aug 2012 17:37:02 +0000
The second part of Jack and his Golden Snuff Box. Check our website: www.smile4a1000words.com for a short transcript of the story. Storytelling, Narrative Fiction, Audio Books, Audio Books Download, Short Story, Children's fable, Children's tales, Children fable, Childrens fables, childrens stories, childrens storyv
August 13th, 2012- "Jack And His Box"
Sun, 12 Aug 2012 20:55:48 +0000
A two-part English fairy tale about the adventures of Jack! Check our website: www.smile4a1000words.com for a short transcript of the story. Storytelling, Narrative Fiction, Audio Books, Audio Books Download, Short Story, Children's fable, Children's tales, Children fable, Childrens fables, childrens stories, childrens story
August 3rd, 2012- "The Malice of Absence"
Thu, 02 Aug 2012 19:11:27 +0000
A popular internet anecdote about the age old question of Good vs. Evil. Check our website: www.smile4a1000words.com for a short transcript of the story. Storytelling, Narrative Fiction, Audio Books, Audio Books Download, Short Story, Children's fable, Children's tales, Children fable, Childrens fables, childrens stories, childrens story
July 26th, 2012- "The sea-maiden"
Thu, 26 Jul 2012 18:21:45 +0000
A hilarious, convoluted Celtic fairy tale about a young man's memorable adventures Check our website: www.smile4a1000words.com for a short transcript of the story. Storytelling, Narrative Fiction, Audio Books, Audio Books Download, Short Story, Children's fable, Children's tales, Children fable, Childrens fables, childrens stories, childrens story
July 25th, 2012- "The Proposal"
Wed, 25 Jul 2012 01:58:11 +0000
Another proposal story of a different kind, this one ends on an altogether different and unexpected note... Check our website: www.smile4a1000words.com for a short transcript of the story. Storytelling, Narrative Fiction, Audio Books, Audio Books Download, Short Story, Children's fable, Children's tales, Children fable, Childrens fables, childrens stories, childrens story
July 24th, 2012- "The Marriage Proposal"
Tue, 24 Jul 2012 21:24:36 +0000
No podcasts for the past two days! Yours truly was under the weather, and have yet to recover, but I assure you the show must go on, so what can be done? On another note, today's a very special day for someone close to my heart, and in honor of her birthday for the first time on Smile 4 a 1000 Words we will have a new reader for today's story! Quite an appropriate time for it as well, as today's story is a little special... BE SURE TO LISTEN TO THE VERY END, SOMETHING VERY IMPORTANT WILL HAPPEN! Check our website: www.smile4a1000words.com for a short transcript of the story. Storytelling, Narrative Fiction, Audio Books, Audio Books Download, Short Story, Children's fable, Children's tales, Children fable, Childrens fables, childrens stories, childrens story
July 21st, 2012- "Prince Cheri"
Sat, 21 Jul 2012 06:46:30 +0000
An old french fairy tale about the humbling life lessons of a young heir to a throne. Check our website: www.smile4a1000words.com for a short transcript of the story. Storytelling, Narrative Fiction, Audio Books, Audio Books Download, Short Story, Children's fable, Children's tales, Children fable, Childrens fables, childrens stories, childrens story
July 20th, 2012- "Princess Goldenhair"
Fri, 20 Jul 2012 21:30:39 +0000
A classic fairytale with a little twist ending! Check our website: www.smile4a1000words.com for a short transcript of the story. Storytelling, Narrative Fiction, Audio Books, Audio Books Download, Short Story, Children's fable, Children's tales, Children fable, Childrens fables, childrens stories, childrens story
Thu, 19 Jul 2012 19:54:16 +0000
Rapunzel, Rapunzel... The classic fairy tale, reread for smile4a100words Podcast. Check our website: www.smile4a1000words.com for a short transcript of the story. Storytelling, Narrative Fiction, Audio Books, Audio Books Download, Short Story, Children's fable, Children's tales, Children fable, Childrens fables, childrens stories, childrens story
July 18th, 2012- "Indiscretion"
Wed, 18 Jul 2012 14:01:32 +0000
"How many women have you had before me?" Asks Henriette. The time immemorial, contravening question. In today's story, a young couple tackles an always contentious issue between men and women: the under and over reporting of sexual escapades. Check our website: www.smile4a1000words.com for a short transcript of the story. Storytelling, Narrative Fiction, Audio Books, Audio Books Download, Short Story, Children's fable, Children's tales, Children fable, Childrens fables, childrens stories, childrens story
July 17th, 2012- "The Mustache"
Tue, 17 Jul 2012 08:00:00 +0000
Facial hair. A defining masculine characteristic: those blessed with it in abundance sometimes rue it as a curse, while those without may come to envy their brethren. But what do women make of it? And does facial hair actually have a... patriotic significance? That's what we find out in today's podcast. Check our website: www.smile4a1000words.com for a short transcript of the story. Storytelling, Narrative Fiction, Audio Books, Audio Books Download, Short Story, Children's fable, Children's tales, Children fable, Childrens fables, childrens stories, childrens story
July 16th, 2012- "No Eyes But Mine Shall See"
Mon, 16 Jul 2012 14:39:49 +0000
In a second consecutive story of unrequited love, our protagonist puts to paper his thoughts and emotions on a subject he holds close to heart…. Check our website: www.smile4a1000words.com for a short transcript of the story. Storytelling, Narrative Fiction, Audio Books, Audio Books Download, Short Story, Children's fable, Children's tales, Children fable, Childrens fables, childrens stories, childrens story
Sat, 14 Jul 2012 23:04:48 +0000
In this exciting short story, a young man meets the woman of his dreams, and struggles to express his emotions. Check our website: www.smile4a1000words.com for a short transcript of the story. Storytelling, Narrative Fiction, Audio Books, Audio Books Download, Short Story, Children's fable, Children's tales, Children fable, Childrens fables, childrens stories, childrens story
Sat, 14 Jul 2012 09:00:00 +0000
A particularly appropriate context and occasion to present this story about a man whose ruses cost him more than he can handle... but he comes to learn that sometimes, all it takes is a little faith to succeed! Check our website: www.smile4a1000words.com for a short transcript of the story. Storytelling, Narrative Fiction, Audio Books, Audio Books Download, Short Story, Children's fable, Children's tales, Children fable, Childrens fables, childrens stories, childrens story
Fri, 13 Jul 2012 11:00:00 +0000
For Friday July 13th, we have on showcase: Charles Perrault's Blue Beard! Enjoy! Check our website: www.smile4a1000words.com for a short transcript of the story. Storytelling, Narrative Fiction, Audio Books, Audio Books Download, Short Story, Children's fable, Children's tales, Children fable, Childrens fables, childrens stories, childrens story
July 12th, 2012- "The Parting Genius"
Thu, 12 Jul 2012 16:25:17 +0000
An interesting short story with a surprising twist: the incidental meeting of two legendary figures and the lessons imparted from their exchange. Check our website: www.smile4a1000words.com for a short transcript of the story. Storytelling, Narrative Fiction, Audio Books, Audio Books Download, Short Story, Children's fable, Children's tales, Children fable, Childrens fables, childrens stories, childrens story
July 11th, 2012- "The End of the Path"
Thu, 12 Jul 2012 01:15:29 +0000
For our first episode in nearly half a year, we present The End of the Path- An engaging story about commitment, regret and memories... Quite the appropriate tale for our return! Check our website: www.smile4a1000words.com for a short transcript of the story. Storytelling, Narrative Fiction, Audio Books, Audio Books Download, Short Story, Children's fable, Children's tales, Children fable, Childrens fables, childrens stories, childrens story
January 29th, 2012- "The Two Cat Witches"
Sun, 29 Jan 2012 15:00:00 +0000
A Welsh folktale about a magic hero and his memorable adventures. Check our website: www.smile4a1000words.com for a short transcript of the story. Storytelling, Narrative Fiction, Audio Books, Audio Books Download, Short Story, Children's fable, Children's tales, Children fable, Childrens fables, childrens stories, childrens story
January 28th, 2012- "The Serpent Wife"
Sat, 28 Jan 2012 15:00:00 +0000
A Cossack folktale about a man's encounter with a mysterious serpent... Check our website: www.smile4a1000words.com for a short transcript of the story. Storytelling, Narrative Fiction, Audio Books, Audio Books Download, Short Story, Children's fable, Children's tales, Children fable, Childrens fables, childrens stories, childrens story
January 27th, 2012- "Little Red Riding Hood"
Fri, 27 Jan 2012 15:00:00 +0000
A reading of what may be the most famous folktale in the western world. Check our website: www.smile4a1000words.com for a short transcript of the story. Storytelling, Narrative Fiction, Audio Books, Audio Books Download, Short Story, Children's fable, Children's tales, Children fable, Childrens fables, childrens stories, childrens story
January 26th 2012- "The Ridiculous Wishes"
Thu, 26 Jan 2012 22:48:09 +0000
A Charles Perrault fairy tale about a man and his "wisely" chosen 3 wishes... Check our website: www.smile4a1000words.com for a short transcript of the story. Storytelling, Narrative Fiction, Audio Books, Audio Books Download, Short Story, Children's fable, Children's tales, Children fable, Childrens fables, childrens stories, childrens story
January 25th, 2012- "The Shinansha"
Thu, 26 Jan 2012 05:22:57 +0000
An Chinese origin story featuring The Shinansha, or the "South Facing Carriage" Check our website: www.smile4a1000words.com for a short transcript of the story. Storytelling, Narrative Fiction, Audio Books, Audio Books Download, Short Story, Children's fable, Children's tales, Children fable, Childrens fables, childrens stories, childrens story
January 25th, 2012- "The Cruel Crane Outwitted"
Thu, 26 Jan 2012 05:08:58 +0000
An Indian fairy tale with a classic moral: he who lives by the sword... Check our website: www.smile4a1000words.com for a short transcript of the story. Storytelling, Narrative Fiction, Audio Books, Audio Books Download, Short Story, Children's fable, Children's tales, Children fable, Childrens fables, childrens stories, childrens story
January 23rd, 2012- "How Jack Went to Seek His Fortune"
Mon, 23 Jan 2012 22:16:28 +0000
An English variation on a very common fairy tale, this is the story of Jack and his awesome animal friends. Check our website: www.smile4a1000words.com for a short transcript of the story. Storytelling, Narrative Fiction, Audio Books, Audio Books Download, Short Story, Children's fable, Children's tales, Children fable, Childrens fables, childrens stories, childrens story
January 22nd, 2012- "How The Rabbit Lost his Tail"
Mon, 23 Jan 2012 05:04:22 +0000
A delightful Brazilian fairy tale that provides a creative explanation for a physical phenomenon. Check our website: www.smile4a1000words.com for a short transcript of the story. Storytelling, Narrative Fiction, Audio Books, Audio Books Download, Short Story, Children's fable, Children's tales, Children fable, Childrens fables, childrens stories, childrens story
January 21st, 2012- "The Voices at the Window"
Sat, 21 Jan 2012 16:01:07 +0000
An imaginative and instructive Russian folktale about a clever servant and his efforts to save his lord's life. Check our website: www.smile4a1000words.com for a short transcript of the story. Storytelling, Narrative Fiction, Audio Books, Audio Books Download, Short Story, Children's fable, Children's tales, Children fable, Childrens fables, childrens stories, childrens story
January 20th, 2012- "The Sprightly Tailor"
Sat, 21 Jan 2012 05:02:09 +0000
An exhilarating story about a determined tailor! Check our website: www.smile4a1000words.com for a short transcript of the story. Storytelling, Narrative Fiction, Audio Books, Audio Books Download, Short Story, Children's fable, Children's tales, Children fable, Childrens fables, childrens stories, childrens story
January 19th, 2012- "The Shepherd of Myddvai"
Fri, 20 Jan 2012 04:13:10 +0000
A Celtic fairy tale about a shepherd and his mystical encounter with a Lady of the Lake... Check our website: www.smile4a1000words.com for a short transcript of the story. Storytelling, Narrative Fiction, Audio Books, Audio Books Download, Short Story, Children's fable, Children's tales, Children fable, Childrens fables, childrens stories, childrens story
January 18th, 2012- "The Horned Women"
Wed, 18 Jan 2012 22:11:32 +0000
A Classic Celtic fairy tale about witches and curses! Check our website: www.smile4a1000words.com for a short transcript of the story. Storytelling, Narrative Fiction, Audio Books, Audio Books Download, Short Story, Children's fable, Children's tales, Children fable, Childrens fables, childrens stories, childrens story
January 17th, 2012- "The Other Woman" Part 2
Wed, 18 Jan 2012 04:03:40 +0000
The second part of Sherwood Anderson's: The Other Woman Check our website: www.smile4a1000words.com for a short transcript of the story. Storytelling, Narrative Fiction, Audio Books, Audio Books Download, Short Story, Children's fable, Children's tales, Children fable, Childrens fables, childrens stories, childrens story
January 16th, 2012- "The Other Woman"
Mon, 16 Jan 2012 16:06:39 +0000
A man's discussion about the women in his life, and his inexplicable infatuation with "The Other Woman." Check our website: www.smile4a1000words.com for a short transcript of the story. Storytelling, Narrative Fiction, Audio Books, Audio Books Download, Short Story, Children's fable, Children's tales, Children fable, Childrens fables, childrens stories, childrens story
January 15th, 2012- "Brothers" Part 2
Mon, 16 Jan 2012 04:14:41 +0000
The second part of Sherwood Anderson's "Brothers" Check our website: www.smile4a1000words.com for a short transcript of the story. Storytelling, Narrative Fiction, Audio Books, Audio Books Download, Short Story, Children's fable, Children's tales, Children fable, Childrens fables, childrens stories, childrens story
January 14th, 2012- "Brothers"
Sat, 14 Jan 2012 22:25:35 +0000
A grim tale about the harrowing burden of loneliness, and the tragedy of infidelity. Check our website: www.smile4a1000words.com for a short transcript of the story. Storytelling, Narrative Fiction, Audio Books, Audio Books Download, Short Story, Children's fable, Children's tales, Children fable, Childrens fables, childrens stories, childrens story
January 13th, 2012- "The Backstairs of the Mind"
Sat, 14 Jan 2012 03:55:49 +0000
A short story about a man who delights in listening to other people's misery. Check our website: www.smile4a1000words.com for a short transcript of the story. Storytelling, Narrative Fiction, Audio Books, Audio Books Download, Short Story, Children's fable, Children's tales, Children fable, Childrens fables, childrens stories, childrens story
Fri, 13 Jan 2012 03:43:11 +0000
An interesting short story about a young dramatist's observations of a bustling urban street, an his opinions about a peculiar old beggar. Check our website: www.smile4a1000words.com for a short transcript of the story. Storytelling, Narrative Fiction, Audio Books, Audio Books Download, Short Story, Children's fable, Children's tales, Children fable, Childrens fables, childrens stories, childrens story
December 31st, 2011- "The Little Match Girl"
Sat, 31 Dec 2011 15:00:00 +0000
A poignant story about a poor girl's exceptional experience on New Year's eve. Check our website: www.smile4a1000words.com for a short transcript of the story. Storytelling, Narrative Fiction, Audio Books, Audio Books Download, Short Story, Children's fable, Children's tales, Children fable, Childrens fables, childrens stories, childrens story
December 25th, 2011- "The Gift of the Magi"
Wed, 28 Dec 2011 07:32:36 +0000
This short story most aptly exemplifies the excitement, delight and exhilaration of Christmas giving, as the young couple featured soon exhibits these sentiments in an unforgettable manner. Check our website: www.smile4a1000words.com for a short transcript of the story. Storytelling, Narrative Fiction, Audio Books, Audio Books Download, Short Story, Children's fable, Children's tales, Children fable, Childrens fables, childrens stories, childrens story
December 24th, 2011- "A Christmas Carol"
Wed, 28 Dec 2011 07:25:16 +0000
An excerpt from Charles Dickens' legendary "Christmas Carol." We're not going to talk of ghosts and the past and of regret, but of good times, good humor and good food in the company of good people! Merry Christmas! Check our website: www.smile4a1000words.com for a short transcript of the story. Storytelling, Narrative Fiction, Audio Books, Audio Books Download, Short Story, Children's fable, Children's tales, Children fable, Childrens fables, childrens stories, childrens story
December 23rd, 2011- "The Shepherd's Story" Part 3
Tue, 27 Dec 2011 16:44:33 +0000
Presenting the third and final part of "The Shepherd's Story." In the concluding arc of this amazing short story, Stephanus, Joseph's grandfather, relates his experience of a close encounter with the divine. Check our website: www.smile4a1000words.com for a short transcript of the story. Storytelling, Narrative Fiction, Audio Books, Audio Books Download, Short Story, Children's fable, Children's tales, Children fable, Childrens fables, childrens stories, childrens story
December 22nd, 2011- "The Shepherd's Story" Part 2
Tue, 27 Dec 2011 16:31:09 +0000
Continuing the second part of "The Shepherd's Story." Check our website: www.smile4a1000words.com for a short transcript of the story. Storytelling, Narrative Fiction, Audio Books, Audio Books Download, Short Story, Children's fable, Children's tales, Children fable, Childrens fables, childrens stories, childrens story
December 21st, 2011- "The Shepherd's Story"
Tue, 27 Dec 2011 16:18:26 +0000
"The Shepherd's Story," by Washington Gladden is a timeless, moving story told by a dying old shepherd to his grandson. Check our website: www.smile4a1000words.com for a short transcript of the story. Storytelling, Narrative Fiction, Audio Books, Audio Books Download, Short Story, Children's fable, Children's tales, Children fable, Childrens fables, childrens stories, childrens story
December 20th, 2011- "Jimmy Scarecrow's Christmas" Part 2
Tue, 27 Dec 2011 16:01:27 +0000
Continuing the "Jimmy Scarecrow's Christmas" fairytale with the second part. Check our website: www.smile4a1000words.com for a short transcript of the story. Storytelling, Narrative Fiction, Audio Books, Audio Books Download, Short Story, Children's fable, Children's tales, Children fable, Childrens fables, childrens stories, childrens story
December 19th, 2011- "Jimmy Scarecrow's Christmas"
Mon, 26 Dec 2011 18:15:56 +0000
In many a fairytale, Santa is portrayed as the portly, well meaning old man with an sensational desire to make all children happy. In "Jimmy Scarecrow's Christmas" by Mary E. Wilkins Freeman, it's a different story, and we're introduced to the idea of Santa as a bossy, powerful authoritative man with quite some pull around the animal kingdom... Check our website: www.smile4a1000words.com for a short transcript of the story. Storytelling, Narrative Fiction, Audio Books, Audio Books Download, Short Story, Children's fable, Children's tales, Children fable, Childrens fables, childrens stories, childrens story
December 18th, 2011- "The First Christmas Tree"
Mon, 26 Dec 2011 18:01:24 +0000
A delightful short fairytale that doubles as an interesting "origin" story, "The First Christmas Tree" by Lucy Wheelock is about the generous deeds of children who help another child in need. Check our website: www.smile4a1000words.com for a short transcript of the story. Storytelling, Narrative Fiction, Audio Books, Audio Books Download, Short Story, Children's fable, Children's tales, Children fable, Childrens fables, childrens stories, childrens story
December 17th, 2011- "How Christmas came to the Santa Maria Flats" Part 2
Mon, 26 Dec 2011 17:54:11 +0000
The next section of Elia. W. Peattie's "How Christmas came to the Santa Maria Flats" fairytale. Check our website: www.smile4a1000words.com for a short transcript of the story. Storytelling, Narrative Fiction, Audio Books, Audio Books Download, Short Story, Children's fable, Children's tales, Children fable, Childrens fables, childrens stories, childrens story
December 16th, 2011- "How Christmas Came to Santa Maria Flats"
Mon, 26 Dec 2011 17:37:26 +0000
A hugely entertaining read. The author's tongue in cheek tone sets the context for the story, as the Santa Maria flat children are faced with an insurmountable conundrum... Check our website: www.smile4a1000words.com for a short transcript of the story. Storytelling, Narrative Fiction, Audio Books, Audio Books Download, Short Story, Children's fable, Children's tales, Children fable, Childrens fables, childrens stories, childrens story
December 15th, 2011- "Why the Chimes Ring"
Mon, 26 Dec 2011 17:21:55 +0000
A phenomenal story rich in symbolism and wisdom. Two little boys, brothers, hear of the legend of the Wind Chimes, and the beautiful sound they make compels them to hear it for themselves. Check our website: www.smile4a1000words.com for a short transcript of the story. Storytelling, Narrative Fiction, Audio Books, Audio Books Download, Short Story, Children's fable, Children's tales, Children fable, Childrens fables, childrens stories, childrens story
December 14th, 2011- "Toinette and the Elves" Part 3
Mon, 26 Dec 2011 17:06:54 +0000
The concluding podcast for "Toinette and the Elves" Check our website: www.smile4a1000words.com for a short transcript of the story. Storytelling, Narrative Fiction, Audio Books, Audio Books Download, Short Story, Children's fable, Children's tales, Children fable, Childrens fables, childrens stories, childrens story
December 13th, 2011- "Toinette and the Elves" Part 2
Mon, 26 Dec 2011 16:45:27 +0000
The Second part of the fairytale "Toinette and the Elves. Picking up where Part 1 finished. Check our website: www.smile4a1000words.com for a short transcript of the story. Storytelling, Narrative Fiction, Audio Books, Audio Books Download, Short Story, Children's fable, Children's tales, Children fable, Childrens fables, childrens stories, childrens story
December 12th, 2011- "Toinette and the Elves"
Mon, 26 Dec 2011 16:17:52 +0000
The first part of this exciting French Christmas fairytale. Check our website: www.smile4a1000words.com for a short transcript of the story. Storytelling, Narrative Fiction, Audio Books, Audio Books Download, Short Story, Children's fable, Children's tales, Children fable, Childrens fables, childrens stories, childrens story
December 11th, 2011- "A Christmas Fairy"
Mon, 26 Dec 2011 16:02:43 +0000
A touching Christmas story about two young friends and their experience spending the holidays away from their families. Check our website: www.smile4a1000words.com for a short transcript of the story. Storytelling, Narrative Fiction, Audio Books, Audio Books Download, Short Story, Children's fable, Children's tales, Children fable, Childrens fables, childrens stories, childrens story
December 10th, 2011- "The Queerest Christmas" Part 2
Mon, 26 Dec 2011 15:49:42 +0000
The second part of The Queerest Christmas short story. Check out our website: www.smile4a1000words.com for a short transcript of the story. Storytelling, Narrative Fiction, Audio Books, Audio Books Download, Short Story, Children's fable, Children's tales, Children fable, Childrens fables, childrens stories, childrens story
December 9th, 2011- "The Queerest Christmas"
Fri, 23 Dec 2011 03:23:24 +0000
A memorable Christmas short story about the many lessons a young woman learns spending her first Christmas away from home. Check our website: www.smile4a1000words.com for a short transcript of the story. Storytelling, Narrative Fiction, Audio Books, Audio Books Download, Short Story, Children's fable, Children's tales, Children fable, Childrens fables, childrens stories, childrens story
December 8th, 2011- "A Christmas Star"
Fri, 23 Dec 2011 03:06:27 +0000
A Christmas fairytale about a little star's quest to find the heart it belongs to. Check our website: www.smile4a1000words.com for a short transcript of the story. Storytelling, Narrative Fiction, Audio Books, Audio Books Download, Short Story, Children's fable, Children's tales, Children fable, Childrens fables, childrens stories, childrens story
December 7th, 2011- "Little Wolff's Wooden Shoes"
Thu, 22 Dec 2011 16:59:55 +0000
A classic French Christmas short story with many variations. Check our website: www.smile4a1000words.com for a short transcript of the story. Storytelling, Narrative Fiction, Audio Books, Audio Books Download, Short Story, Children's fable, Children's tales, Children fable, Childrens fables, childrens stories, childrens story
December 6th, 2011- "Little Jean"
Thu, 22 Dec 2011 16:28:33 +0000
"Little Jean", by Francois Coppee. A story that presents another perspective on the gift of giving, from a little Christmas hero. www.smile4a1000words.com for a short transcript of the story. Children's fable, Children's tales, Children fable, Childrens fables, childrens stories, childrens story, children story, Fairy-tales, Fairytale Fiction, Fiction Story, Folktales
December 5th, 2011- "The Birds Christmas"
Sun, 18 Dec 2011 05:52:54 +0000
A wonderful story which captures the Christmas spirit of selflessness in the form of Christmas eve tale... from the birds' perspective! www.smile4a1000words.com for a short transcript of the story. Children's fable, Children's tales, Children fable, Childrens fables, childrens stories, childrens story, children story, Fairy-tales, Fairytale Fiction, Fiction Story, Folktales
December 4th, 2011- "Christmas at Fezziwig's Warehouse"
Sun, 18 Dec 2011 04:39:50 +0000
A festive Christmas short story by the great Charles Dickens- describing the merrymaking in an old warehouse... www.smile4a1000words.com for a short transcript of the story. Children's fable, Children's tales, Children fable, Childrens fables, childrens stories, childrens story, children story, Fairy-tales, Fairytale Fiction, Fiction Story, Folktales
December 3rd, 2011- "Her Birthday Dream" Part 2
Sun, 18 Dec 2011 03:26:59 +0000
The second part of Nellie C. King's "Her Birthday Dream" www.smile4a1000words.com for a short transcript of the story. Children's fable, Children's tales, Children fable, Childrens fables, childrens stories, childrens story, children story, Fairy-tales, Fairytale Fiction, Fiction Story, Folktales
December 2nd, 2011- "Her Birthday Dream" Part 1
Sun, 18 Dec 2011 00:03:21 +0000
This story's basis is yesterday's podcast story: The Legend of the White Gifts. In this two part reading, Marcia our protagonist, is asked to participate in a "white" Christmas at school... www.smile4a1000words.com for a short transcript of the story. Children's fable, Children's tales, Children fable, Childrens fables, childrens stories, childrens story, children story, Fairy-tales, Fairytale Fiction, Fiction Story, Folktales
December 1st, 2011- "The Legend of the White Gifts"
Sat, 17 Dec 2011 21:39:06 +0000
A Christmas story about a King and his subject's devotion and affection for him as manifested by the "White Gifts" they provide him with. www.smile4a1000words.com for a short transcript of the story. Children's fable, Children's tales, Children fable, Childrens fables, childrens stories, childrens story, children story, Fairy-tales, Fairytale Fiction, Fiction Story, Folktales
November 24th, 2011- "A Thanksgiving Poem"
Thu, 24 Nov 2011 15:00:00 +0000
On this Thanksgiving edition of the podcast, we present a heartwardming Thanksgiving poem. Enjoy the holidays and have a Happy Thanksgiving! www.smile4a1000words.com for a short transcript of the story. Storytelling, Narrative Fiction, Audio Books, Audio Books Download, Short Story
November 23rd, 2011- "Jean Monette"
Wed, 23 Nov 2011 15:00:00 +0000
An unusual french short story about a father's affection for his daughter, and the man that would threaten to come between them.... www.smile4a1000words.com for a short transcript of the story. Storytelling, Narrative Fiction, Audio Books, Audio Books Download, Short Story
Tue, 22 Nov 2011 15:00:00 +0000
A story about a turn of the century Russian born Jew and his challenges adapting to the new world. Check our website: www.smile4a1000words.com for a short transcript of the story. Storytelling, Narrative Fiction, Audio Books, Audio Books Download, Short Story
November 21st, 2011- "The Gift of the Magi"
Mon, 21 Nov 2011 15:00:00 +0000
On the eve of Thanksgiving week, this story "The Gift of the Magi" beautifully presents the gift of love that founds the basis of this unique holiday. Check our website: www.smile4a1000words.com for a short transcript of the story. Storytelling, Narrative Fiction, Audio Books, Audio Books Download, Short Story
November 20th, 2011- "The Lie"
Sun, 20 Nov 2011 15:15:30 +0000
A moving story of unrequited love and the power of fidelity, memory and integrity. Check our website: www.smile4a1000words.com for a short transcript of the story. Storytelling, Narrative Fiction, Audio Books, Audio Books Download, Short Story
November 19th, 2011- "A Leo Tolstoy Story" Part 2
Sat, 19 Nov 2011 14:13:51 +0000
The second part of Tolstoy's short story, a story of forgiveness, stoicism and redemption. Check our website: www.smile4a1000words.com for a short transcript of the story. Storytelling, Narrative Fiction, Audio Books, Audio Books Download, Short Story
November 18th, 2011- "A Leo Tolstoy Story" Part I
Fri, 18 Nov 2011 14:42:19 +0000
The first of a 2 Part Leo Tolstoy short story about a young merchant and the unusual circumstances surrounding him. Check our website: www.smile4a1000words.com for a short transcript of the story. Storytelling, Narrative Fiction, Audio Books, Audio Books Download, Short Story
November 17th, 2011- "The Impolite Sex"
Thu, 17 Nov 2011 18:18:38 +0000
A Guy de Maupassant short story about two women sharing their impressions of "the impolite sex," ie the men in their lives. Check our website: www.smile4a1000words.com for a short transcript of the story. Storytelling, Narrative Fiction, Short Story, Audio Book to download
November 15th, 2011- "How Night Came"
Tue, 15 Nov 2011 15:50:04 +0000
A Brazilian fairy tale about the origins of night and why there are sunsets and sunrises, why there is nightfall and there are stars. Check our website: www.smile4a1000words.com for a short transcript of the story. Children's fable, Children's tales, Children fable, Childrens fables, childrens stories, childrens story, children story, Fairy-tales, Fairytale Fiction, Fiction Story, Folktales
November 14th, 2011- "The Twins"
Mon, 14 Nov 2011 13:37:14 +0000
A traditionally, oral West African folktale about mischievous children and the consequences of their misbehavior. Brats beware! Check our website: www.smile4a1000words.com for a short transcript of the story. Children's fable, Children's tales, Children fable, Childrens fables, childrens stories, childrens story, children story, Fairy-tales, Fairytale Fiction, Fiction Story, Folktales
November 13th, 2011- "Master Willie"
Sun, 13 Nov 2011 16:16:49 +0000
An American fairy tale about a little boy and his quest for happiness. Check our website: www.smile4a1000words.com for a short transcript of the story. Children's fable, Children's tales, Children fable, Childrens fables, childrens stories, childrens story, children story, Fairy-tales, Fairytale Fiction, Fiction Story, Folktales
November 12th, 2011- "How an Old Man Lost his Wen"
Sat, 12 Nov 2011 14:45:41 +0000
A delightful Japanese Fairy tale about an old man and his amazing experiencing losing his "Wen". Check our website: www.smile4a1000words.com for a short transcript of the story. Children's fable, Children's tales, Children fable, Childrens fables, childrens stories, childrens story, children story, Fairy-tales, Fairytale Fiction, Fiction Story, Folktales
November 11th, 2011- "The Rose-Tree"
Fri, 11 Nov 2011 15:19:22 +0000
An English fairy tale about a wicked stepmother (aren't they always?) her beautiful stepdaughter. Check our website: www.smile4a1000words.com for a short transcript of the story. Children's fable, Children's tales, Children fable, Childrens fables, childrens stories, childrens story, children story, Fairy-tales, Fairytale Fiction, Fiction Story, Folktales
November 10th, 2011- "Hans in Luck"
Thu, 10 Nov 2011 15:14:17 +0000
An idiosyncratic Grimm's Fairytale, featuring good neighbor Hans... Check our website: www.smile4a1000words.com for a short transcript of the story. Children's fable, Children's tales, Children fable, Childrens fables, childrens stories, childrens story, children story, Fairy-tales, Fairytale Fiction, Fiction Story, Folktales
November 9th, 2011- "A Piece of Bread"
Wed, 09 Nov 2011 15:51:38 +0000
A 19th Century decadent Duke learns to appreciate the finer things in life. Check our website: www.smile4a1000words.com for a short transcript of the story. Storytelling, Narrative Fiction, Audio Books, Audio Books Download, Short Story
November 8th, 2011- "A Fyodor Dostoevsky Short Story"
Tue, 08 Nov 2011 14:45:53 +0000
A gripping short narrative by the Russian literary luminary. Check our website: www.smile4a1000words.com for a short transcript of the story. Storytelling, Narrative Fiction, Audio Books, Audio Books Download, Short Story
November 16th, 2011- "The Lambikin"
Tue, 08 Nov 2011 04:47:56 +0000
The last of a Fairy tales From around the World Week, The Lambikin is an Indian story of a mischievous little Lambikin and his trickery. Check our website: www.smile4a1000words.com for a short transcript of the story. Children's fable, Children's tales, Children fable, Childrens fables, childrens stories, childrens story, children story, Fairy-tales, Fairytale Fiction, Fiction Story, Folktales
November 7th, 2011- "A Classical Revenge"
Mon, 07 Nov 2011 05:52:57 +0000
Revenge is served at its coldest in this tale of twisted deception... Check our website: www.smile4a1000words.com for a short transcript of the story. Storytelling, Narrative Fiction, Audio Books, Audio Books Download, Short Story
November 6th, 2011- "Heart of Gold"
Sun, 06 Nov 2011 04:08:01 +0000
Making difficult choices is always challenging, but the man in this story finds that sometimes choosing is just the beginning... Check our website: www.smile4a1000words.com for a short transcript of the story. Storytelling, Narrative Fiction, Audio Books, Audio Books Download, Short Story
November 5th, 2011- "Road Rage to Nowhere"
Sat, 05 Nov 2011 07:35:47 +0000
A man learns an important lesson just a little too late... Check our website: www.smile4a1000words.com for a short transcript of the story. Storytelling, Narrative Fiction, Audio Books, Audio Books Download, Short Story
November 4th, 2011- "The Donkey"
Fri, 04 Nov 2011 04:52:10 +0000
A Guy de Maupassant short story about two companions and their mischievous inclinations. Check our website: www.smile4a1000words.com for a short transcript of the story. Storytelling, Narrative Fiction, Audio Books, Audio Books Download, Short Story
November 3rd, 2011- Angela: "An Inverted Love Story"
Thu, 03 Nov 2011 08:46:40 +0000
This is the story of a star-crossed lover, and the woman that captivates his attention. Check our website: www.smile4a1000words.com for a short transcript of the story. Storytelling, Narrative Fiction, Audio Books, Audio Books Download, Short Story
November 2nd, 2011 "The Golden Bird"
Thu, 03 Nov 2011 06:05:34 +0000
The story of the Golden Bird and the hero who sought it! Check our website: www.smile4a1000words.com for a short transcript of the story. Children's fable, Children's tales, Children fable, Childrens fables, childrens stories, childrens story, children story, Fairy-tales, Fairytale Fiction, Fiction Story, Folktales
November 1st, 2011- "Jorinda and Jorindel"
Wed, 02 Nov 2011 07:18:24 +0000
The story of Jorinda and Jorindel and the witch of the wood! Check our website: www.smile4a1000words.com for a short transcript of the story. Children's fable, Children's tales, Children fable, Childrens fables, childrens stories, childrens story, children story, Fairy-tales, Fairytale Fiction, Fiction Story, Folktales
October 24th: The introduction to "A Smile is Worth a Thousand Words"
Mon, 24 Oct 2011 08:04:35 +0000
Storytelling Short-story Fairytale Childrens story childrens stories Fairy-tales Folktales Children's tales Legend Tale Myth Fiction Gossip Blah Blah The first podcast for A Smile is worth a thousand words! The unique storytelling, folktale sharing repository! Check our website: www.smile4a1000words.com