James Goss

"Release the Doctor - or the killing will start." An asteroid in the furthest reaches of space - the most secure prison for the most dangerous of criminals.

After The Hitchhiker's Guide to the Galaxy, Douglas Adams went on to create Dirk Gently, a detective with a belief in the fundamental interconnectedness of all things, a unique relationship with the laws of probability, and a love of cats and pizza. In Dirk Gently's Holistic Detective Agency, Dirk finds himself on the trail of a gruesome murderer who is somehow involved with the works of Coleridge, quantum physics, and the enigmatic study of the Cambridge Professor of Chronology. Ultimately, the stakes of the case are far greater than a single murder, but go to the fate of life on Earth. Confused? Don't be - everything is connected.

Robin Soans reads this original adventure featuring the 12th Doctor and Clara, as played by Peter Capaldi and Jenna Coleman in the BBC TV series. The TARDIS is summoned to an ‘space cathedral’ by Shadrak Winter, the High Cardinal of the Cult of the Prime Self. Soon to be relieved of his post by way of assassination, Shadrak has used his family’s calling card to bring the Doctor to his aid. His followers have long fled the Sinful, highly contagious slug-like creatures which he himself has succumbed to - and which now imperil the Doctor and Clara. As Clara discovers more about the Cult of the Prime Self - currently the fourth most popular religion - the Doctor becomes infected, all but lost to appalling guilt and self-recrimination. As he seeks to absolve himself of his perceived sins, Clara must use all her survival instincts to escape the Sinful’s advances and rescue her vulnerable friend. Robin Soans, who appeared in the 1981 Doctor Who serial The Keeper of Traken as well as in Series 9 in 2015, reads this atmospheric original adventure by James Goss, part of the Tales of Winter quartet of stories. Duration: 1 hour 10 mins approx.

Six segments. One quest. The fate of the universe at stake. For the first time, all six stories in Doctor Who’s epic Key to Time saga come together in a single collection – featuring THREE brand new novelisations! The White Guardian has a mission for the Doctor: locate the six segments of the legendary Key to Time before the cosmos falls to chaos. Accompanied by the brilliant but inexperienced Time Lady Romana, the Doctor embarks on a series of incredible adventures… The Ribos Operation by James Goss (exclusive to this edition!) The search begins on the medieval world of Ribos, where conmen and conspiracies complicate the quest. The Pirate Planet by James Goss A world-devouring planet ruled by a bombastic cyborg captain hides a terrible secret. The Stones of Blood by David Fisher Ancient stone circles, druidic legends and justice from another dimension collide on present-day Earth. The Androids of Tara by David Fisher On a feudal world with a twist, the Doctor and Romana are entangled in a plot of android doubles and royal assassinations. The Power of Kroll by Robert Shearman (exclusive to this edition!) In the swamps of Delta Magna, colonial politics and native rebellion awaken an ancient and monstrous god. The Armageddon Factor by James Goss (exclusive to this edition!) On the war-ravaged planet Atrios, the true nature of the Key to Time is revealed. Will the final segment bring salvation to the universe – or disaster?

Many years ago, the Palace Theatre burnt down during a performance that accidentally summoned the devil. Now the cast have been invited back to the grand reopening by a mysterious figure. Who is Billis Manger? NOTE: This release contains adult material and may not be suitable for younger listeners.

1954, an ordinary morning at Matthews and Small, until the screaming starts. Racing upstairs, they find everyone's dead on floor three. What was the mysterious firm upstairs? Can the prompt arrival of an investigator from Torchwood find a traitor? NOTE: This release contains adult material and may not be suitable for younger listeners.

A new Dalek masterplan threatens the galaxy. A deadly alliance is building. Can Bernice Summerfield save us? Further story details to follow.

For decades there have been rumours at St Simeon’s College: whispers of a door that somehow appears, once a year, in the depths of the building. Some claim it leads to a set of rooms owned by a long-forgotten master of the college, and if you happen to meet him, he’ll invite you inside to hear a story. A tale to chill the blood. But those who hear him speak are never the same. No one knows who the man is or where the rooms come from. There is no official record of either. And yet they both exist if you know where to look… when the cold, dark nights draw in. Would you like to hear a story? Because the Master’s waiting. 11.1 His Close Companions by Jonathan Barnes At a provincial school, the headmaster seemingly conjures up a vengeful creature from another world. Years later, only one witness remains… and the Master knows the truth of what’s to come. 11.2 The Foxglove Cylinders by James Goss. When Merton, a young academic, investigates the Foxglove Acquisition, he uncovers a set of cylinders that could conceal voices of ancient cultures. But are they recordings or transmissions? 11.3 The Sitter by Lizzie Hopley. Dorothy Stubbs is plagued by an entity: a man who comes to her house in the dead of night and sits downstairs. Is it just a figment of her imagination? Or is the Sitter of Waterfront Close a thing to be feared? 11.4 Signal and I'll Come to You by Tim Foley. After a train vanishes in a tunnel on a rural branch line, Mr Eliot has no choice but to revisit his past to tackle the present. Why is history repeating itself? And will this be the Master’s final tale? CAST: Derek Jacobi (The War Master), Annette Badland (Dorothy Stubbs), Omar Baroud (Tim), Timothy Blore (Rogerson), Celine Buckens (Amanda Blake), Steffan Cennydd (Hollyman), Chandrika Chevli (Mrs Carruthers), Mark Elstob (Dr Christie), Robert Glenister (Mr Eliot), Lewis Grimshaw (Charles), Jason Imlach (Merton Jones), Ruth Lass (Elodie Kendall), Lorne MacFadyen (Alan Stubbs), Abigail Matthews (Ellie), Sarah Naudi (The Student), George Naylor (Mr Lively), Maya Saroya (Dr Marina Khatri), Milo Twomey (Porter). Other parts played by members of the cast.

Welcome to The Eternity Club, where a warm welcome awaits the universe's greatest explorers. A place of mystery, intrigue and creeping danger. Contains two new adventures: 8.5 The Terrible Shame of a Tree. Missing for a thousand years, the Endless Arboretum has been found. Are the last survivors of Lucrece still alive? And who is hunting for them? 8.6 Mr Pym Has an Adventure. Secretary Pym has never left the Eternity Club. This will never do. Bernice Summerfield drags him on an expedition. What could possibly go wrong?

The Master and Captain John are trapped amid the ruins of Dark Gallifrey, where familiar faces and infinite impossibilities gather. With his dream of the ultimate weapon almost within his grasp, the Master revels in the chaos. But all roads lead.....to the Imbomination.

Welcome to The Eternity Club, where a warm welcome awaits the universe’s greatest explorers. A place of mystery, intrigue and creeping danger. Professor Bernice Summerfield has finally been invited to join. But membership comes at a terrible price. 8.1 The Armageddon Chair Bernice Summerfield is still settling in at The Eternity Club. Secretary Pym sends her on a quest enlisting help from Draconians, Sontarans, Drahvins and the club’s enigmatic Oldest member. 8.2 Triumph of the Drahvin An archaeological expedition led by a Drahvin Queen. What secrets has she uncovered in the forgotten deserts of Parroon? And why are people dying? CAST: Lisa Bowerman (Bernice Summerfield), Nickolas Grace (Secretary Pym), Niamh Cusack (The Oldest), Simon Kane (312), Naana Agyei-Ampadu (Grizella), Shai Matheson (Professor Altazar), Victoria Gee (The Suspension of Geren), Derek Elroy (Derek), Dianne Pilkington (Nurse), David O’Mahony (Butlers), Dan Starkey (Starll). Other parts played by members of the cast.

Is the end of the world really nigh? A number of groups believe so - and what's odder, they're all vanishing. Have they really gone to heaven, or is something far worse happening? It's Torchwood. Obviously something far worse is happening. 1. Burning Bright. When carol singers on the runway bring down a plane, Torchwood investigate.2. Chariot of Fire. The race is on to stop the world ending at midnight. Norton has it all under control.3. The Invisible Worm. In Moscow, the true power of Ascension is revealed.4. We Have Built Jerusalem. It's up to LIzbeth, Andy and Gideon to save the world now.5. Dark Satanic Mills. Come on holiday, all ye fatihful! What is going on on Salisbury Plain?6. Fearful Symmetry. As the net tightens, does the human race have one last use for Torchwood? CAST: Samuel Barnett (Norton Folgate), Tom Price (Sergeant Andy Davidson), Dervlan Kirwan (Lizbeth Hayhoe), Joe Shire (Gideon Lyme), Naana Agyei-Ampadu (Patience), Greg Austin (Armitage), Ali Bastian (Sofia), Jamie Baughan (Father Dinsdale), Anna Bernard (Minnie), Michael Higgs (Rev Edward Folgate), Adam Howden (Sir Reginald Peebles), David O’Mahony (Aleksander), David Sterne (Cedric). Other parts played by members of the cast. NOTE: This release contains adult material and may not be suitable for younger listeners.

Many have sought the legendary Dark Gallifrey over the millennia... but most have been lucky enough to fail. There is another who has his eyes on that glittering prize, however; one who knows how such power could be wielded – the Master himself! Amid the dreaming spires of Braxiatel University, Benny is dividing her time between her lectures, her cats, and managing the romantic advances of one of her students, John. The new Provost – such a nice old man – doesn’t approve of their dalliance, and advises her not to get involved. For John wants to know about Dark Gallifrey, which is something Benny has done her best to forget, and thinks he can help her find it again. The funny thing is, the dear old Provost wants to find it first… CAST: Lisa Bowerman (Bernice Summerfield), Derek Jacobi (The Master), James Marsters (Captain John Hart), Jason Forbes (The Passenger), Chris Lew Kum Hoi (Salesbeing), Tariyé Peterside (The Imbominiation). Other parts played by members of the cast.

Many have sought the legendary Dark Gallifrey over the millennia... but most have been lucky enough to fail. There is another who has his eyes on that glittering prize, however; one who knows how such power could be wielded – the Master himself! Intrigued by rumours of a hidden Gallifrey – the Dark Gallifrey of Time Lord myth – Bernice Summerfield resolves to find it. But as the Doctor points out, some things should never be found, and some doors should never be opened. Especially ones that want to be…CAST: Lisa Bowerman (Bernice Summerfield), David Warner (The Doctor), Jason Forbes (Cardinal), Chris Lew Kum Hoi (President), Homer Todiwala (The TARDIS). Other parts played by members of the cast.

Torchwood One faces three of the worst Mondays ever... Dinner for Yvonne by James Goss, from a story by James Goss and Joseph Lidster. A cloud of psychic plasma is sweeping over Salisbury Plain towards London. Unfortunately, it's Yvonne's night off and she's throwing a dinner party. Will London perish before she can serve the artisanal cheese board? By Royal Appointment by James Goss. Poppy Greenleaf finds herself appointed the Crown's royal liaison for Torchwood. What is Torchwood? Who is Yvonne Hartman? Why is the world ending? Poppy finds herself lost in a world of alien invasions, international espionage and intergalactic diplomacy. Nerves by Joseph Lidster. Another Monday morning, another mission for Torchwood. Ianto and Tommy have to transport a canister of deadly Euphorian nerve agent to an underground bunker in the South Downs. It should be an easy straight-forward job but other forces are gathering... NOTE: This release contains adult material and may not be suitable for younger listeners. CAST: Tracy-Ann Oberman (Yvonne Hartman), Gareth David-Lloyd (Ianto Jones), Timothy Bentinck (Tommy Pierce), Isabella Pappas (Poppy Greenleaf), Shai Matheson (Light), Lu Corfield (Pam McDonald), Anniwaa Buachie (Diane / Sue Cassidy), Ed White (Ken / Dom Peters-Day), Ian Abeysekera (Gerry / Georgios Bardem), Lesley Ewen (Kiki), James G. Nunn (Harvey Pockett). Other parts played by members of the cast.

Soldier, Federation Space Commander, smuggler, freedom fighter. Del Tarrant has challenged convention throughout his many careers in a hostile galaxy. These are the stories of his choices and challenges, his friends and family and foes, on an unpredictable journey to the Liberator and beyond. 1. The Authorised Version by James Goss. Gamblers, lovers, presidents. All have sought out the Dream-Makers demanding they decide their future. Del Tarrant has come to ask them to help decide his past. 2. Behemoth by Andy Lane. When hunting down Blake and the Liberator, Commander Del Tarrant's Federation pursuit ship encounters a vast abandoned space vessel. What dark secrets does it contain about the Federation and alien life? And can Tarrant save his crew and himself before it's too late? 3. Bomb by Gary Russell. Tarrant and Dayna's rendezvous in an abandoned Federation refinery puts them in unexpected danger when their broker changes the terms of the deal. Can they survive until Liberator returns for them? And why is an old nemesis lurking in the shadows? CAST: Steven Pacey (Del Tarrant), Yasmin Bannerman (Dayna Mellanby), Raj Ghatak (Man), Rosalyn Landor (Woman), Margaret Ashley (Sergeant Anj Ralston), Caleb Frederick (Corporal Stiv Leverett), Esmonde Cole (Mutoid / Junior Technician Stu Parro), John Sackville (Comms Officer Naviid), Tania Rodrigues (Lon-Vessi), Joe Jameson (Cal Ravella), Ian Brooker (Per Ferow), Alistair Lock (Orac). Other parts played by members of the cast

Throughout his many lives, the Master has visited myriad places and planets. Some he has spared, others he has destroyed... but all have felt his presence, however fleeting. In the Time War, he helps a soldier save their world from Dalek assault... On Earth, he helps a young woman discover the truth about her boyfriend's abduction... At the Sublime Porte, he helps himself to a source of incredible power... And as the universe itself comes to an end, a lonely old man tries to help any way he can. But the Master is always waiting. Contains four new adventures: 10.1 Runtime by Tim Foley. When the Daleks threaten to alter the course of history, the Master has no choice but to save a world - and he only has an hour to do it. 10.2 Manhunt by Rochana Patel. After her boyfriend disappears on an American road trip, Alison Walker instantly becomes the prime suspect. But are the abductors from further afield than Earth? 10.3 The Sublime Porte by James Goss. Hijacking an archaeological dig, the Master excavates the mythical Sublime Porte. But he also unleashes a far more ancient force with it - and its name is Bilis Manger. 10.4 Alone by Scott Handcock. As the human race dwindles against the encroaching night, one man strives to find a solution to their plight. But can Professor Yana save the future when a dark past threatens his present? CAST: Derek Jacobi (The War Master), Ayesha Antoine (Jaxine), Samuel Barnett (Emlak), Nicholas Briggs (The Daleks), Jordan Broatch (Scrap), Nathaniel Curtis (Garth), Scott Haran (Andy), Loreece Harrison (Alison), Damian Lynch (Stallholder), Shai Matheson (Wilson), Murray Melvin (Bilis Manger), Nisha Nayar (Kindred), James G. Nunn (Rafe), Luke Nunn (Altan), Agness Nyama (Mercer), Aitch Wylie (Slug). Other parts played by members of the cast

“I know where I am. And I know what I will do next.” Torchwood are on the run. As the world puts itself back together, Torchwood are there to pick up the pieces. And they find something nasty hiding in them. A forgotten social network is out for revenge. Someone’s killing influencers. Torchwood get into crypto. The world ends tomorrow night at 6pm. Contains four new adventures; 7.9 How I Conquered the World by Ash Darby, Tim Foley and James Goss. Hello Friend! You’ve probably all still got an account on Friend. Can you remember what you posted on it? Are you still using the same password? And did you ever say goodbye? 7.10 Doomscroll by Ash Darby. Something is killing influencers and Torchwood have to save them. Mr Colchester discovers a whole new world and he doesn’t like it one bit. Don’t forget to like and subscribe. 7.11 Heistland by Tim Foley. Deadcoin is an exclusive crypto currency used by the world’s governments to do dark deals. The ultimate weapon is for sale and Yvonne Hartman decides the only thing to do is to take Deadcoin down. 7.12 The Apocalypse Starts at 6 PM by James Goss. Janet’s Late Teatime is the TV equivalent of a cup of soup and a lapful of kittens. So when Torchwood announce the world will end on tomorrow night’s show – well, what’s Janet going to do? NOTE: Torchwood contains adult material and may not be suitable for younger listeners. CAST: Tracy-Ann Oberman (Yvonne Hartman), Samantha Béart (Orr), Paul Clayton (Mr Colchester), Jonny Green (Tyler Steele), Alexandria Riley (Ng), Mia Hope (Friend), Kai Owen (Rhys), Jhon Lumsden (Chris), Jade Mathew (Flavella), Eva Eklof (Kristin), Janet Ellis (Janet), The Ensemble: Helena Breck, Al Coppola, Eva Eklof, Mathew Foster, Victoria Gee, Adam Howden, Jhon Lumsden, Jade Matthew, Sally Walker-Taylor. Other parts played by members of the cast.

Orr's on a mercy mission to a doomed city. Sgt Andy is visiting an old flame in prison. Bilis Manger spends a night in the Torchwood Hub. Mr Colchester has to keep the most hated man in Britain alive for one more day. "I know where you are now. And I know what I will do next." Contains four new adventures: 7.5 Propaganda by Ash Darby. Orr is desperate to get to Voloshnik. The city's sealed off in the middle of a war the world's forgotten. There has to be someone left to save. 7.6 At Her Majesty's Pleasure by Tim Foley. Yvonne Hartman is in a very special prison. And there's absolutely no way out of it. So why is she convinced she's escaped? 7.7 Cuckoo by Tim Foley. A group of urban explorers break into the Torchwood Hub. They disturb Bilis Manger who has his own plans for the evening. 7.8 Pariahs by James Goss. We've all spent the last two years sticking our DNA in jars and sending it off in the post. What happened to it? Two people know the secrets of the Phlobos Scandal, and Torchwood have to keep them alive. NOTE: Torchwood contains adult material and may not be suitable for younger listeners. CAST: Samantha Béart (Orr), Paul Clayton (Mr Colchester), Jonny Green (Tyler Steele), Alexandria Riley (Ng), Gareth David-Lloyd (Ianto), Murray Melvin (Bilis Manger), Tracy-Ann Oberman (Yvonne Hartman), Tom Price (Andy Davdison), Cecelia Appiah (Dee), Lisa Bowerman (Mother / The Chair), Richard Clifford (Graham Graves), Nathaniel Curtis (Vijay), Jonny Glynn (First Soldier / Assassin), Natalie Grady (Charlotte), Amy Beth Hayes (Tania), Mia Hope (The Child), Avita Jay (Tilly), Alex Jordan (Uli / Police), Naomi McDonald (Ellen / Asher / Airport Tannoy), Glen McCready (Kyle), David Menkin (Second Soldier / Border Officer), Henry Nott (Bryn), Maanuv Thiara (Gupta / Waiter / Official), Milo Twomey (Robert), Andrew Wincott (Old Man / Williamson). Other parts played by members of the cast