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Doctor Who: Classic Doctors, New Monsters Volume 1
Phil MulryneNicholas Briggs - 2016
But as he carves, angels seem to emerge fully-formed from the rock. Almost as if they are alive…From Michelangelo’s workshop to the catacombs of Rome, the Fifth Doctor must keep his wits about him and his eyes wide open as he confronts the Weeping Angels.Judoon in Chains by Simon Barnard and Paul MorrisThe Sixth Doctor is no stranger to courtroom drama, but faces a very different challenge when he prepares to defend a most unusual Judoon.After an environmental clearance mission goes wrong, Captain Kybo of the Nineteenth Judoon Interplantary Force is stranded in Victorian England, bound in chains, an exhibit in a circus show. But he has allies: Eliza Jenkins – known to audiences as ‘Thomasina Thumb’ – and the larger-than-life ‘clown’ in the colourful coat.Uncovering a trail of injustice and corruption, the Doctor and Kybo soon find themselves on trial for their lives…Harvest of the Sycorax by James GossIn the far future, humanity has a remedy for everything. Whatever the problem, Pharma Corps has the answer and a designer disease tailored to every human’s blood-type. Zanzibar Hashtag has no need to be sad, scared, stressed, or depressed ever again.That is, until vicious aliens arrive on her space station intent on opening its Vault. What will it mean for the human race if the Sycorax take control of what’s inside?And when the Seventh Doctor arrives on the scene, can he convince Zanzibar to care about her life long enough to help him?The Sontaran Ordeal by Andrew SmithAn instant of the Time War brings centuries of conflict to the planet Drakkis, and the Eighth Doctor is there to witness the terrible results.A Sontaran fleet, desperate to join the epic conflict, follows in its wake to take advantage of the fallout. But when Commander Jask is beamed down to the ravaged surface, there is more to his arrival than first appears.Soon, an unlikely champion joins forces with the Time Lord to fight for the future of her world, and together they must face the Sontaran Ordeal…
Doctor Who: Time Lord Victorious: The Minds of Magnox
Darren Jones - 2020
The Doctor needs to ask a vital question, but the answer is Grade 1 Classified! In order to gain an audience with the Minds of Magnox themselves he must take a dangerous test. Is he smart enough to get through? Meanwhile, Brian gets involved with the criminal fraternity and is given a job: to assassinate the Minds of Magnox. However, others also have the planet within their sights.... Jacob Dudman reads this exclusive audio adventure by Darren Jones, and this edition also features a short coda to the story. Time Lord Victorious is a multi-platform Doctor Who event launching in Autumn 2020. It will tell a new and untold story, set within the Dark Times at the start of the universe, when even the Eternals were young. Following several Doctors across space and time as they defend their home planet from a terrible race, this is a story like no other. The story will feature the Eighth, Ninth and Tenth Doctors, companion Rose Tyler and monsters including the Daleks and the Ood.Cover design by Oink CreativeRecorded at Ladbroke Audio Ltd
The Diary of River Song: Series 1
Jenny T. Colgan - 2015
Deciding the universe – and her husband – can look after themselves, she has immersed herself in early 20th century academia, absorbed in writing archaeological theses.But when a mysterious tomb is found in a dry, distant land, excitement comes looking for River.Can Professor Song stop any more members of the expedition from dying? What deadly secrets lie buried within the crypt? And will British Consul Bertie Potts prove to be a help, or a hindrance?1.2 I Went to a Marvellous Party by Justin RichardsRiver Song always enjoys a good party, even when she’s not entirely sure where or when the party is taking place. But the party she ends up at is one where not everything – or indeed everyone – is what it seems…Being River, it doesn’t take her too long to go exploring, and it doesn’t take her too long to get into trouble. The sort of trouble that involves manipulating other civilisations, exploitation, and of course murder.River is confident she can find the killer. But can she identify them before anyone else – or quite possibly everyone else – gets killed?1.3 Signs by James GossRiver Song is on the trail of the mysterious, planet-killing SporeShips.Nobody knows where they come from. Nobody knows why they are here. All they do know is that wherever the SporeShips appear, whole civilisations are reduced to mulch.But River has help. Her companion is a handsome time-travelling stranger, someone with specialist knowledge of the oddities and dangers the universe has to offer. For Mr Song has a connection to River’s future, and he would never want his wife to face those perils alone…1.4 The Rulers of the Universe by Matt FittonAs shocking secrets are exposed, and a grand plan for the universe is revealed, River decides it’s time she took control of events once and for all.Out in deep space, a clandestine society faces off with an ancient and powerful alien force – but, for River, there’s an added complication.The Eighth Doctor has been caught in the middle, and she must make sure her future husband can arrive at his own destiny with all his memories – not to mention his lives - intact…
Doctor Who: The Eighth Doctor: The Time War 1
John Dorney - 2017
The Starship of Theseus by John DorneyThe Doctor and his companion, Sheena, land the TARDIS on the glamorous luxury space-liner Theseus just as it’s about to leave the Jupiter space-port. An opportunity for a holiday presents itself – and it’s one they’re very glad to take.But when a disturbance catches their attention, they realise sinister events are taking place on board. Passengers are vanishing on every trip. And unless they’re careful they may be next.Can the Doctor and Emma solve the mystery? Or is there something else they should be worrying about?2. Echoes of War by Matt FittonColliding with the full force of the Time War, the Doctor crash-lands on a jungle world with a ragtag band of refugees.To stay alive, they must cross a landscape where time itself is corrupted. A forest which cycles through growth and decay, where sounds of battle are never far away, and where strange creatures lurk all around.Luckily, the Doctor has friends: not only plucky scientist Bliss, but another, much more unlikely ally. Its name is ‘Dal’…3. The Conscript by Matt FittonCardinal Ollistra has a new tactic to persuade the Doctor to join his people’s fight. With his friends locked away, he has been conscripted alongside fellow Gallifreyans to train for the front lines of battle.Commandant Harlan has a reputation – his camp’s regime is harsh. He believes the Time Lords must adapt to win this war, but the Doctor is not easily intimidated.Can there be any place for dissent when the Time War looms so close?4. One Life by John DorneyAs the full force of the Time War crashes down around the Doctor and his friends, a desperate battle for survival ensues.But not everyone is playing the same game. Ollistra is after a weapon that could end the war in a stroke and she’ll sacrifice anyone or anything to take it back to Gallifrey. Even the Doctor.Surrounded by Daleks, and on a tortured planet, only one man can save the day. But he doesn’t want to fight.A special run of prequels to Doctor Who: The War Doctor.Producer David RichardsonScript Editor Ken BentleyExecutive Producers Jason Haigh-Ellery and Nicholas BriggsWritten By: John Dorney, Matt FittonDirected By: Ken BentleyCastPaul McGann (The Doctor), Olivia Vinall (Sheena), Nimmy March (Rupa Maguire), David Ganly (Quarren Maguire), Sean Murray (Captain Darvor), Hywel Morgan (Koloth / Jefferson), Laurence Kennedy (Purser Lunney / Aymor / Chancellor), Rakhee Thakrar (Bliss), Karina Fernandez (Captain Tamasan), Jacqueline Pearce (Ollistra), Nick Brimble (Commander Harlan), Katy Sobey (Veeda), Okezie Morro (Norvid), and Nicholas Briggs (Dal / Dalek Commander / Dalek Drone / Daleks)
Gallifrey: Spirit
Stephen Cole - 2005
Tired of the backbiting politics and intrigues in the sterile society of Time Lords. With the fate of her husband now known, she feels lonely and out of place on Gallifrey. Romana is tired. Tired of justifying herself and her policies to a hostile council. With the line between allies and enemies beginning to blur, she persuades Leela to go with her to the presidential retreat of Davidia, a protected paradise. Then an anomalous time ship arrives, carrying a single passenger. His hands are crushed, his tongue torn out, his mind destroyed. Is this broken man a victim of some terrible crime or part of a trap now primed and ready to spring? After this strange encounter, Romana and Leela may never be the same again.
Doctor Who: Stranded 1
Matt Fitton - 2020
Stranded in one time and place, the Doctor, Liv and Helen seek refuge in Baker Street. But the house has changed: they now have neighbours – not all of them welcoming. And someone has a dire warning for the future.The Doctor and friends face their greatest challenge yet: living one day after another, in 2020 London.1.1 Lost Property by Matt FittonTrying to find a way to resume his travels, the Doctor calls in some old favours.As the residents get to know the new arrivals, something else finds its way into Baker Street, seeding suspicion.Helen meets a man with a very familiar face – and a terrible warning.1.2 Wild Animals by John DorneyAfter weeks of London living, some of the TARDIS crew are finding it easier to adjust than others.Liv has found a new friend, but Helen is worried about the Doctor.And when a tragic crime takes place, the Time Lord must learn the limits of his powers.1.3 Must-See TV by Lisa McMullinThere are new arrivals in Baker Street: Sergeant Andy Davidson, and the helpful Mr Bird.The Doctor isn’t happy that someone else in the house is more useful than him. When the residents’ TVs start to malfunction, he suspects foul play.Someone is watching...1.4 Divine Intervention by David K BarnesAs the Doctor becomes desperate, Helen and Liv advise him to accept their situation.Liv makes a date - but gets more than she bargains for when the whole household comes along.And when a threat from the future finally arrives, the Doctor is placed in real danger. It’s time for the truth to emerge...
Doctor Who: Living Legend
Scott Gray - 2003
While the Italians are celebrating their Football World Cup championship over West Germany, the Doctor and Charley are tracing "an odd signal". This leads them to discover a pair of Threllips, who are planning to open a transdimensional portal for their full invasion force.Cast * The Doctor — Paul McGann * Charley Pollard — India Fisher * Vengorr — Stephen Perring * Thon — Conrad Westmaas
Doctor Who: Destination: Nerva
Nicholas BriggsTim Treloar - 2012
It is the beginning of a journey that will take them to the newly built Space Dock Nerva... where a long overdue homecoming is expected.A homecoming that could bring about the end of the human race.CHRONOLOGY: This story takes place immediately after The Talons of Weng-Chiang.
Gallifrey: Imperiatrix
Stewart Sheargold - 2005
When the bombs start going off, the President of Gallifrey decides enough is enough. While Leela and K9 race to track down the terrorist to avoid more bloodshed, Romana enters into a risky bargain for control with a dangerous, influential figure from her past. But she soon discovers that the answer to her problems lies in the future. A future she has already witnessed. And one she has been trying to avoid. But someone desperately wants this future and will stop at nothing to make it occur. Even if it means leading Romana and Gallifrey to war.
Gallifrey: Fractures
Stephen ColeJohn Dorney - 2006
It evolves. It wants. It hungers. And now Romana has delivered herself to its very door.' Gallifrey is a world at war with itself. The Pandora entity, clothed in the body of President Romana's first incarnation, seeks to control the populace through mind control and manipulation. The real Romana has resorted to destroying key parts of the Capitol, hoping to weaken Pandora's power base. But when one such attack goes horribly wrong, Leela is left injured and Romana's base of operations is exposed. Hunted by their enemies, Leela must make for a medical outpost on the fringes of the fighting while Romana seeks a desperate solution in the planet's Anomaly Vaults. But what each discovers will alter their lives, and Gallifrey's future, forever.
I, Davros - Innocence
Gary Hopkins - 2006
Knowing that it would die..."The Kaled and Thal races are at war. No one really remembers why, or when it started, but generations of people on both sides have lost so very much.Born into an influential family is Davros. Now aged sixteen, he is being pulled in various directions -- his father wants him to follow tradition and go into the military. His sister has joined the Military Youth. And his scheming, devoted mother wants him to pursue a life of science.But no one seems terribly interested in what Davros himself wants. So he must begin to assert himself, begin to take control over his own life, begin to work towards his destiny...
UNIT: Extinction
Andrew Smith - 2015
1. Vanguard by Matt FittonWhile UNIT attend a 'skyfall' incident under the eyes of watchful journalists, reclusive billionaire Simon Devlin is planning a product launch that will change the world...2. Earthfall by Andrew SmithLieutenant Sam Bishop and Osgood are deployed to the Gobi desert in search of a Nestene energy unit. But there are Autons in the sand dunes...3. Bridgehead by Andrew SmithCaptain Josh Carter has gone undercover inside Devlin Futuretech. But his safety is jeopardised by the activities of investigative journalist Jacqui McGee.4. Armageddon by Matt FittonAs UNIT leads the fightback on every front, every continent, against an implacable army, Kate Stewart must look to the past for some clue to defeat the plastic menace.
Doctor Who: The Best-Laid Plans
Ben Tedds - 2019
For the right price, he’s got a solution to every possible problem. His reputation is impeccable, and whilst his ideas aren’t flawless, he has a 100% money-back guarantee.Dracksil has started selling to a new type of customer. They are dictators, warlords; species having trouble conquering galaxies or controlling populations. However, for these clients, Dracksil’s ideas keep falling apart.There’s something that unites these failing ideas. A name, screamed and whispered angrily among the rants of Dracksil’s new clientele: the Doctor, the Doctor, the Doctor…Winner of the The Paul Spragg Memorial Short Trip Opportunity 2019.
Gallifrey: The Inquiry
Justin Richards - 2004
But the only evidence that she has responded to a real and present danger has disappeared. To clear her good name she is dependent on the testimony of the very people who want to see her publically humiliated and her power removed. While Leela tries to discover truths of her own, Romana is forced into an uneasy truce with her rivals at the CIA. But at least she can be sure the inquiry will be handled in a fair and proper manner. Or can she? When the investigation itself triggers danger and time is quite literally running out for all of Gallifrey's power and knowledge, just who can Romana trust?
Gallifrey: Lies
Gary Russell - 2005
Well, apart from Romana's latest scheme, the opening up of Gallifrey's famed Academy to the students of alien races with the ability, or the potential, to harness temporal powers. Unfortunately, deep below the Capitol, Leela, confused and morose over the truth about her husband Andred, disturbs a malevolent power. Something from the Dark Days of Ancient Gallifrey. Something that wants to be reborn and will use any and every means that is at hand. Including the past of Gallifrey's incumbant President…