10 Minute Bookshelf with Roman Dudarev

"The Picture" by Dorothy Thomas is a gripping tale of a prank gone too far. When two mischievous teenage girls respond to a farmer's matrimonial ad with a fake picture and letter, they never could have predicted the consequences. As the farmer's heartbreaking story unfolds, the girls are forced to confront the consequences of their actions and the harsh reality of their thoughtless prank. With themes of empathy, guilt, and the power of our choices, "The Picture" is a provocative and thought-provoking read that will stay with you long after the final page. Support the show

In this episode, we explore John Cheever's masterpiece "The Brooklyn Rooming House," and the unforgettable character of Mrs. Moreno, a reclusive and mysterious woman who lives on the first floor of the boarding house. As we peel back the layers of her past and present, we'll delve into the themes of loneliness, regret, and the power of human connection that run through the story. Join us as we unravel the enigma of Mrs. Moreno and discover the profound impact she has on the lives of those around her. Whether you're a fan of Cheever's work or simply interested in exploring the depths of the human psyche, this episode is not to be missed. Support the show

Join a lively music class where one deaf-mute boy teaches his classmates about acceptance and the power of music to bring people together. In this heartwarming story, you'll witness the transformative impact of compassion and understanding on a group of school children who learn that true harmony comes from embracing each other's differences. Support the show

When a married couple learns that the world will end that night, they spend their final hours reflecting on their lives, in a story that explores the beauty and fragility of human existence. Support the show

Have you ever tried to understand how thinking process in happening in our minds? You would definitely love to hear a story by famous Haruki Murakami about a man who was trying to bring his thoughts and memories together to finally meet his 100% perfect girl... but... no spoilers! Check it out. Support the show

Mysterious and intriguing story about a family business which gone wrong, especially when when dead body of a child ended up in a boiling cauldron. Support the show

Powerful realism of Akutagawa brings you in early 1900s in Japan where you will find out about a girl, who entered a wrong class coach, and discovery made about this girl by narrator. Enjoy! Support the show

Two very catchy short stories by Frederic Brown will leave you in amazement and maybe will inspire to ready more stories from him.  First one will tell you about importance of geometry, and second one will help to rethink the value of people lives. Support the show

Short mysterious story about authentic woodcutters' life. But how Odin kicked in here, and what's that magical disk anyway? Support the show

Reading touching story about two people who've been in love since they were kids. Story written by  Kurt Vonnegut, Jr.   Support the show

Fascinating piece telling story about to people in love. Seems to be generic, but treak is they meet in their dreams. Story written by Gabriel García Márquez. Support the show

Short story about unusual lottery with terryfying prize. Written by Shirley Jackson. Support the show

Nice peace about how Aizek imagined AI back in the days and what it could do with real person. Support the show

Authentic story about "easy operation" where you would listen to dragging into reality dialogs. Piece written by Ernest Hemingway. Support the show