Hello Earth, Are You There?

Name: Hello Earth, Are You There?
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Author: Brian Aldiss

Astounding visions of a future yet to come

Written byBrian Aldiss

Narrated byCiaran Saward

Length12h25m

Release dateDecember 18, 2025

GenreScience Fiction & Fantasy, Science Fiction, Adventure

LanguageEnglish

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Author	Brian Aldiss
Narrator	Ciaran Saward
Runtime	12h25m
Published	December 18, 2025
Rating	Not yet rated
Categories	Science Fiction & Fantasy, Science Fiction, Adventure, Anthologies & Short Stories, First Contact, Hard Science Fiction
Format	Audiobook (Digital)
Platform	Audible

About This Audiobook

In 'Hello Earth, Are You There?', Brian Aldiss presents a collection of 27 short stories that showcase his mastery of the science fiction genre. From the iconic 'Super-Toys Last All Summer Long', which inspired Steven Spielberg's 'AI: Artificial Intelligence', to other lesser-known gems, this audiobook offers a thrilling ride through space, time, and human imagination. Narrator Ciaran Saward brings these stories to life with his smooth, expressive voice, skillfully capturing the complexities of Aldiss's thought-provoking ideas.

Tags: Science FictionClassic Science FictionShort Story CollectionAudiobookScience Fiction and FantasyThought-Provoking

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Editor's Review

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As an editor, I was blown away by Ciaran Saward's narration, which brings a level of sophistication and depth to Aldiss's stories. His voice is like a warm blanket on a cold night, enveloping listeners in the world of the tale. One of my favorite moments is in the story 'The Byss and the Abyss', where Saward's ability to convey the characters' emotional turmoil is simply mesmerizing. However, I do wish the production team had included more subtle sound effects or music to enhance the listening experience, especially in the more atmospheric tales.

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