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Books & Beyond is a new podcast that finds good reads for you from a world of fascinating stories, one at a time. The shows will take you to China and other amazing places that might open up new doors in your life. Here at Books & Beyond, we believe our lives are enriched with nourishing reads, no matter where and how old you are. Find your next favorite audio adventure with Books & Beyond, for free.

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Special Release: The tale of Ne Zha in "The Chinese Fairy Book"

Ne Zha, as told in "The Chinese Fairy Book" compiled in 1921, ultimately ascended to his place among the gods, alongside his father, Li Dsing, and his two brothers. Through the powers bestowed by his master, Ne Zha was made even stronger, with three heads and eight arms.

27 min
12/11/2024

Mrs. Spring Fragrance Episode 50: The sing song woman 2

Ah Oi dressed as the bride to attend the wedding and helped Mag-gee to run off. But the plot unfolded with unexpected results.

6 min
12/09/2024

Mrs. Spring Fragrance Episode 49: The sing song woman 1

Ah Oi, a low-ranking actress living in Chinatown in an American city, came up with a trick to help her friend Mag-gee to escape an unwanted betrothal.

6 min
12/06/2024

Mrs. Spring Fragrance Episode 48: Tian Shan's kindred spirit 2

Tian Shan was caught after having a fight with Fin Fan's admirer, and was ordered to be sent back to China by local authorities. Fin Fan was determined to keep Tian Shan’s company on the trip back to China.

12 min
12/02/2024

Mrs. Spring Fragrance Episode 47: Tian Shan’s kindred spirit 1

Tian Shan was a brilliant Chinese man who took pleasure in crossing the border between the United States and Canada without customs approval. He was lucky enough to meet Fin Fan who admired his thrilling adventures.

9 min
11/29/2024

Mrs. Spring Fragrance Episode 46: Lin John

Lin John, a hard laborer in America, would never understand why his sister valued a wealthy life above her own freedom.

8 min
11/27/2024

Mrs. Spring Fragrance Episode 45: The prize China baby

Fin Fan took her six-month-old daughter to take part in a baby show to compete for a prize, which she hoped would make her husband proud and quit the idea of giving away their daughter.

10 min
11/25/2024

Mrs. Spring Fragrance Episode 44: The Three Souls of Ah So Nan 4

Under “guidance” from his dead mother, Fou Wang realized that moving on with one’s life won’t get in the way of honoring the deceased.

5 min

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Books & Beyond is a new podcast that finds good reads for you from a world of fascinating stories, one at a time. The shows will take you to China and other amazing places that might open up new doors in your life. Here at Books & Beyond, we believe our lives are enriched with nourishing reads, no matter where and how old you are. Find your next favorite audio adventure with Books & Beyond, for free.