Books published by publisher Radio Spirits

"If the job's too tough for you to handle, you've got a job for me." Whatever your problem, he's the solution! George Valentine is sardonic yet sympathetic as he solves mysteries, unravels crises, and gets to the bottom of whatever's complicating the lives of his paid-up clients. Bob Bailey made his first big impression on radio audiences in this series of tightly-packed, thought-provoking thrillers! Here are 16 of his most fascinating exploits, with Virginia Gregg co-starring as Claire "Brooksie" Brooks. Episodes: Too Near the Sky 12-05-49; Partner in Panama 12-12-49; Needle in the Haystack 01-02-50; The Silent Waterfall 01-09-50; Juniper Lane 01-16-50; The Floaters 01-23-50; The Ugly Duckling 01-30-50; The Old Style 02-06-50; Go Jump in the Lake 02-13-50; The Tears of Sorrow 03-27-50; The Brothers McIntosh 04-03-50; Portrait by Priscilla 04-10-50; Mix-Up in La Cruza 04-17-50; Death Begins at .45 04-24-50; The Chair of Humanities 05-01-50; Portuguese Cove 05-22-50

He'd rather use his head than his fists or a gun, but sometimes you can't be too choosy! Bob Bailey stars as freelance investigator George Valentine, roaming postwar California in search of adventure, mystery, and more! Wally Maher plays his contrary police contact, Lieutenant Riley, alongside many of radio's usual suspects: Joseph Kearns, Gloria Blondell, Howard McNear, Virginia Gregg, Larry Dobkin, Lurene Tuttle, and more. Come listen to 16 digitally restored and remastered episodes of this favorite - as George and Brooksie (Frances Robinson) get in over their heads with mobs and murders, with rescues and rackets, with people who are missing and people who might not be all there! Episodes include: "Death in Fancy Dress", 12-27-48; "Murder and One to Go", 01-03-49; "The Corpse on a Caper", 01-10-49; "The Payoff Is Murder", 01-17-49; "Destination: Dead End", 02-14-49; "Journey into Hate", 02-21-49; "Your Money or Your Life", 02-28-49; "The Roundabout Murder", 03-07-49; "The Motif Is Murder", 03-14-49; "The Four-Sided Triangle", 03-21-49; "The Elusive Hundred Grand", 04-18-49; "Lady in Distress", 04-25-49; "Stranger than Fiction", 05-23-49; "A Matter of Doubt", 05-30-49; "Death in Blue Jeans", 06-06-49; "Serenade to the Southern Star", 06-13-49.

Bob Bailey stars as detective George Valentine, a likable guy who is confident in his abilities and willing to give just about anything a shot. Frances Robinson gives life and allure to the character of Claire Brooks, George's girl (and girl Friday). Rounding out the regular trio is Lt. Riley, Valentine's reluctant right-hand man down at police headquarters, played to the hilt by Wally Maher, with an endearing mix of frustration and admiration. Receiving urgent requests by mail each week, the words "Dear Mr. Valentine" are followed by invitations to investigate missing person cases, robberies, cover-ups, family secrets, love triangles, suicides, and so-called accidents. George and Brooksie oblige, busting up murder plots, rackets, and romances. The plights of the wrongly accused, wrongly convicted, and wrongly intentioned are handled with humor, charm, and daring in 20 digitally restored and remastered episodes. Episodes include: "Friendship Club (aka Island in the Lake)" 05-31-48, "Have Some Excitement" 06-07-48, "A Piece of Publicity (aka Hired for a Bodyguard)" 06-14-48, "Problem Child (aka Unfit Mother)" 06-21-48, "Mr. Korawski - American (aka The Racket)" 06-28-48, "Murder Me Twice (aka The Man Who Was Murdered Twice)" 07-05-48, "A Close Call" 07-12-48, "Cry Murder (aka A Deadman Who Was a Murderer)" 07-19-48, "The Money Maker" 08-02-48, "The Perfect Specimen" 08-09-48, "The Ghost on Bliss Terrace" 08-16-48, "The Corpse That Took a Powder" 08-23-48, "A Minor Case of Murder" 08-30-48, "The Impatient Redhead" 09-06-48, "The Father Who Had Nothing to Say" 09-13-48, "The Hearse Was Painted Pink" 09-20-48, "Death Wears a Gay Sport Jacket" 10-18-48, "The Flowers That Smelled of Murder" 11-01-48, "Murder - It's a Gift" 11-08-48, "Stand-In for Murder" 11-29-48.

Missing wife or wandering husband? Stray body cluttering up the place? Whatever complications you need settled, whatever help you need.... Let George Do It! The unpredictable adventures of freelance troubleshooter George Valentine entertained West Coast audiences for nearly a decade. Bob Bailey delivers a definitive performance in the title role, with able support from Frances Robinson as Brooksie, Eddie Firestone as Sonny, Wally Maher as Lieutenant Riley, and Joe Kearns as Caleb the Elevator Man. Together, they gave radio one of its most distinctive private-eye programs. Come experience the exciting exploits of an intelligent investigator who'd rather think than throw down...but, who could certainly handle himself in a scrap! This set includes 18 original, digitally remastered, and restored broadcasts - featuring several never-before-circulated programs, and two rare audition recordings. Episodes Include: Series Premiere 09-20-46; Kleptomaniac 10-04-46; The Picnic 10-11-46; Cousin Jeff and the Pigs 10-18-46; The Brookdale Orphanage 10-25-46; The Robber 11-08-46; Snookums 11-15-46; The Investment 11-29-46; Forty Two on a Rope 10-03-47; The Smugglers 04-05-48; Am I My Brother's Keeper? 04-12-48; The Bewildered Bird Watcher (a.k.a. The Penthouse Roof) 04-19-48; The Wolf Pack 04-26-48; Under The River (a.k.a. The Tunnel Project) 05-03-48; The Spirit World 05-10-48; Audition # 1 - April 1946; Audition # 2 - April 1946; The First Client 05-14-46.

This episode of the Adventures of Nero Wolfe first aired on March 9, 1951. Nero Wolfe, featured in 46 novels, movies, and television series, first came to radio on April 7, 1943. The great character actor Sydney Greenstreet played him from 1950-51. Wolfe, the "gargantuan gourmet", solved crimes with an attention to detail that rivaled the great Sherlock Holmes. The overweight detective of Rex Stout's novels refused to leave his elegant brownstone on business, sending his wisecracking, two-fisted assistant, Archie Goodwin, out to do his legwork. This peculiar private investigator preferred tending to his beloved orchids over solving crimes. In fact, the only reason he worked at all was to keep up his lavish lifestyle.

This radio dramatization of the classic movie originally aired on February 6, 1939. The Lux Radio Theatre was one of radio's most popular series, attracting Hollywood's top stars and boasting a lavish budget. It began in 1934 by featuring dramas from Broadway, but there was not enough material to support the show. In an attempt to reverse the slipping ratings, the show was moved to Hollywood in 1936, where there was plenty of material and talent. In fact, filmmaker Cecil B. DeMille often served as the host.

Radio listeners first heard the sinister laugh of The Shadow on July 31, 1930.This 80th anniversary treasury includes two never-before-released shows starring Orson Welles and Margot Stevenson - Revenge on the Shadow and The Hospital Murders&- from previously lost transcription records. This 9-Hour digitally restored and remastered collection also includes the premiere broadcast of the 1937 radio revival, Agnes Moorehead's final network appearance as Margot Lane, and performances by Bill Johnstone, Bret Morrison, Marjorie Anderson, Grace Matthews, Lesley Woods, Richard Widmark, Kenny Delmar, Ken Roberts, Frank Readick, James LaCurto, and more. The Shadow's concealed confrontations with mad scientists, evil mystics, and political players…his menacing meddling in the affairs of religious cults and gamblers…his enigmatic escapades all over the globe, from Broadway theaters to exotic Egypt still thrill after 8 decades! Includes Program Guide by Anthony Tollin with photographs and background information about the series. EPISODES INCLUDE: The Death House Rescue 0 9-26-37 , The Phantom Voice 02-06-38, The Bride of Death 03-06-38, The White Legion 03-20-38, Revenge on the Shadow 07-31-38, The Hospital Murders 08-14-38, The Man Who Murdered Time 01-01-39 (Broadcast 08-20-39), Prelude to Terror 01-29-39, Can the Dead Talk? 03-19-39, The Shadow Returns 11-19-39, The Sandhog Murders 11-26-39, The Stockings Were Hung 12-24-39, Death in a Minor Key 09-29-40, The Shadow Challenged 01-19-41, Etched with Acid 03-17-46, Murders on the Main Stem 12-15-46, Spider Boy 06-01-47, The Comic Strip Killer 11-23-47

5 Hours of Radio's Outstanding Children's Theatre from the 1940's & 50's: Beauty and the Beast; Cinderella; Robin Hood; Hansel & Gretel; King Arthur; Rapunzel; Bluebeard; The Enchanted Frog; The Chinese Nightingale; The Youth Who Learned to Shimmy & Shake; Andine; The 12 Months. With the genius of producer/director/writer, Miss Nila Mack, children of all ages were inspired to be honest & courageous & to believe in "living happily ever after." Each program has been digitally restored & remastered from the original CBS recordings for superior audio clarity. "Let's Pretend" won the George Foster Peabody Award.