A Stroke of the Pen, Terry Pratchett
A Stroke of the Pen, Terry Pratchett
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A Stroke of the Pen
The Lost Stories

Author: Terry Pratchett

Narrator: David Tennant, Claire Foy, Steffan Rhodri, Jon Culshaw, David Jason, Katherine Parkinson, Paterson Joseph, Indira Varma, Tony Robinson, Nigel Planer, Stephen Briggs, Rhianna Pratchett

Unabridged: 4 hr 35 min

Format: Digital Audiobook Download

Publisher: HarperAudio

Published: 10/10/2023


Synopsis

A delightfully funny, fantastically inventive collection of twenty newly unearthed short stories by Sir Terry Pratchett, the award-winning and bestselling author of the phenomenally successful Discworld fantasy series. This special trove is a must-have for Pratchett fans of all ages. The audiobook is narrated by a stunning cast that includes David Tennant, Claire Foy, Paterson Joseph, Indira Varma, and more!These rediscovered tales were written by Terry Pratchett under a pseudonym for British newspapers during the 1970s and 1980s. The stories have never been attributed to him until now, and might never have been found—were it not for the efforts of a few dedicated fans. Though none of the short works are set in the Discworld, all are infused with Pratchett's trademark wit, satirical wisdom, and brilliant imagination, hinting at the magical universe he would go on to create.Meet Og the inventor, the first caveman to cultivate fire, as he discovers the highs and lows of progress; haunt the Ministry of Nuisances with the defiant evicted ghosts of Pilgarlic Towers; visit Blackbury, a small market town with weird weather and an otherworldly visitor; and embark on a dangerous quest through time and space with hero Kron, which begins in the ancient city of Morpork.Irresistibly entertaining, A Stroke of the Pen is an essential collection from the great Terry Pratchett, a “master storyteller” (A. S. Byatt) who “defies categorization” (The Times).The full cast of narrators includes:David TennantClaire FoyPaterson JosephStephen BriggsNigel PlanerTony RobinsonKatherine ParkinsonIndira VarmaJohn CulshawMathew BayntonRichard CoyleDerek JacobiDavid JasonSteffan RhodriMaggie ServiceHallie MorahanJason WatkinsRhianna PratchettRob WilkinsColin SmytheNeil Gaiman

About Terry Pratchett

Terry Pratchett (1948–2015) is the acclaimed creator of the globally revered Discworld series. In all, he authored more than fifty bestselling books, which have sold more than one hundred million copies worldwide. His novels have been widely adapted for stage and screen, and he was the winner of multiple prizes, including the Carnegie Medal. He was awarded a knighthood by Queen Elizabeth II for his services to literature in 2009, although he always wryly maintained that his greatest service to literature was to avoid writing any.

About Stephen Briggs

Stephen Briggs lives in Oxfordshire and has been involved in the world of amateur dramatics for many years. Oxford Studio Theatre Club staged his adaptations of Wyrd Sisters, Mort, Guards! Guards!, and many others. As well as compiling The Discworld Companion, The New Discworld Companion, and, now, Turtle Recall: The Discworld Companion . . . So Far, he has also co-authored the Discworld Diaries, the Mapps, and voices the UK and US Discworld audiobooks.

About Rhianna Pratchett

Rhianna Pratchett worked as a journalist before moving into the video games industry, becoming an award-winning writer on titles including the Tomb Raider reboot and its sequel. Along with writing for DC, Dark Horse, and Marvel, she is the author of the Fighting Fantasy novel Crystal of Storms. She is also a screenwriter and producer for TV and film. Rhianna lives in London with her partner and ever-growing herd of cats.


Reviews

Goodreads review by Kate on October 15, 2023

I've read some quite mean reviews of this collection, which I really don't understand. These short stories are the beginning of Sir Terry's work. I didn't love the stories but what I did love was hearing this wonderful writer's voice again. These are the stuff that the Discworld grew from. If you're......more

Goodreads review by Thibault on November 15, 2023

How it all began - 4/5 Og is a caveman who stumbles upon fire and becomes an inventor. A very short story that manages to perfectly balance a couple of important themes. Like how people can be a bit skeptical of new technology in the beginning, before seeing the virtues of it. And also how great power......more

Goodreads review by Trish on December 02, 2023

I saw this not too long ago and was afraid it was a money-grab. Fans of Sir Terry know, after all, that he had instructed his assistant to destroy all his notes and ideas for future books after his death (and he did). After a little research, I was pleased to find out that these were, in fact, very......more

Goodreads review by Iain on January 16, 2024

An unexpected treat years after Pratchett's death. Unearthed early short stories from local press where Pratchett started out as a journalist. Brief and charming and hints throughout of the Discworld novels that were to come, along with early touches of the wit and humour that would make Pratchett s......more