Short Works Episodes Available now
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After the Romans
A fabular vision of the Dark Ages. New short fiction by Jo Lloyd, read by Jacob Ifan.
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Lost and Found
A heartwarming story set on a cold Hogmanay in Aberdeen, written by Gillian Shearer.
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The Wood at Midwinter by Susanna Clarke
A specially commissioned wintry short story by Susanna Clarke, the award-winning writer.
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Angels on Regent Street by Christine Dwyer Hickey
A festive story about the angels we do and don't see throughout our lives.
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Waiting for Joseph
In the glens of Antrim in Northern Ireland, a stubborn recluse waits for her great-nephew.
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Last Time by Rebecca Watson
A powerful new story for radio by the author of 2021 breakthrough novel, little scratch
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Further Tests by Naomi Paulus
New short fiction from Rhys Davies Prize winner Naomi Paulus, read by Lowri Izzard.
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Un H么tel Tranquille
A family holiday to France takes an unexpected detour. Written by Olivia Fitzsimons.
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Straight Fire by Gurnaik Johal
A stag night with a difference in a new story by award-winning Gurnaik Johal.
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Enjoy the Show
A story about drunken priests, stone walls and living saints.