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Short Works Episodes

  1. Lane Seven by Emily Koch

    At his local swimming pool, Jack is confused to see his ex-girlfriend in the next lane.

  2. Algo by Kirstin Innes

    One woman faces a reckoning when asylum hotel protests dredge up unwelcome memories.

  3. The Circle

    A story by Joel Morris for anyone who鈥檚 ever formed a school band 鈥� or listened to one.

  4. Now That Summer's Coming by Deirdre Anna Rose Kelly

    On the 1st May, a classroom assistant in Belfast celebrates the beginning of the summer.

  5. A Timeshare in the Heart by Michael Pedersen

    A tale of wonder, heartbreak and tenderness during one boy鈥檚 trip to the Scottish seaside

  6. All the Brightest Colours by Rebecca F John

    Life's full of beauty and hardship for Annie, on the remote Welsh coast. By Rebecca F John

  7. Nora's Abyss by Aim茅e Walsh

    Lou visits her elderly mother on a challenging day.

  8. Union Jacq by Bita Taghavi

    A story about self-discovery, courage and hope by Bita Taghavi.

  9. My Favourite Holobiont by Ever Dundas

    A new story from Ever Dundas about the challenges of living in a neurotypical world.

  10. The Real Housewives of the Wife House

    An uncanny new comedy by Andrew Doherty, read by Ambika Mod.

  11. The Shrinking by Nicola Rayner

    In a world where women seek to shrink to the 'perfect height', a miracle pill emerges.

  12. He Who Conquers Himself Is the Mightiest Warrior by Bernie McQuillan

    Erin struggles to reconcile her doctor鈥檚 advice with her knowledge of his personal life.

  13. The Forgotten Voice by Lisa Zahra

    Nia has never believed in the supernatural. Until now. Short story by Lisa Zahra.

  14. Thief by Tahmima Anam

    A specially commissioned short story by the award-winning writer Tahmima Anam.

  15. Hearts in Lattes

    A new story from Allan Radcliffe about a strained relationship between mum and daughter.

  16. The Bench by Isy Suttie

    A story about new beginnings written and read by Isy Suttie.

  17. Lahinch by Rachel Gough

    A woman receives a phone call from her recently deceased grandmother.

  18. A Whole Giant's Daughter Quest Thing by Jo Lloyd

    An original short work for radio by Jo Lloyd. Read by Alexander Vlahos.

  19. A Creature of Habit by Joanna Cannon

    In this specially commissioned short story Barbara decides to make a new start.

  20. Morags

    A tourist receives an eerie gift during an off season visit to the Callanish Stones.

  21. A New Way to Live by PT McAllister

    Kathleen learns that even after years of marriage, her husband John can still surprise her

  22. Baltic Christmas by Gerard McKeown

    A young man returns home for a charity swim off the north coast of Ireland.

  23. Dreaming

    A Nottingham lad gets stuck and breaks free in the same afternoon. By Henry Normal.

  24. Evening Routine by Natasha Kaeda

    Rumour has it the Northern Lights will be seen over Haverfordwest tonight.

  25. small letters by Louise Kennedy

    Dervla Kirwan reads a new story for Radio 4 by the award-winning author of Trespasses.

  26. Red Sky in the Morning

    An originally commissioned short work written by Chris McQueer.

  27. The Sounder by Jade Angeles Fitton

    An original short work for Radio 4 by Jade Angeles Fitton

  28. Homing by Marie-Louise McGuinness

    A seemingly ordinary day inspires a woman to reflect on what led her to this life.

  29. Salt River by Alys Conran

    Little Anghararad is caught between opposing tides - her mother and Anti Mari.

  30. Harry Swithenback's Private Visit by Alan Warner

    TV antiques expert Harry Swithenback is hoping for a holiday but the town has other ideas.

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