Alexander McCall Smith, worldwide best-selling author of The No. 1 Ladies' Detective Agency and The 44 Scotland Street novels, presents a season of beautifully written short stories. Distract yourself with the warmth of his voice and the infectious ripple of his laughter as he reads short stories written for you, from the heart. A truly positive distraction and an antidote to the stresses of everyday life. Find the full range of Alexander McCall Smith’s work – short stories, novels in series and stand alone novels, poetry and non-fiction at alexandermccallsmith.com.
What this show covers
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What listeners will find here
A gentle Season 2 opener: Alexander McCall Smith reads “In the Swimming Pool”
“In the Swimming Pool” opens Season 2 of Positive Distraction with a new short story read by Alexander McCall Smith. The episode promises a calm, warmly delivered literary break, shaped by his voice, laughter, and gift for concise storytelling.
A gentle short story from Alexander McCall Smith for a lighter moment
At the Arachnophobia Workshop is the eighth episode of Positive Distraction with Alexander McCall Smith. The bestselling author reads one of his short stories in the warm, reassuring style that defines this series as a calm break from everyday stress.
Three short stories from Alexander McCall Smith for a calm, uplifting escape
The Handbag, Miracolo, and The Descent make up the seventh episode of Positive Distraction with Alexander McCall Smith. It offers three beautifully written short stories read by the author, aiming to provide warmth, laughter, and a gentle break from everyday stress.
A calming short story from Alexander McCall Smith, read in his own warm voice
The Director is the sixth episode of Positive Distraction with Alexander McCall Smith, a podcast built around beautifully written short stories. It promises a gentle, uplifting listen shaped by his warm delivery, laughter, and a mood meant to ease everyday stress.
A gentle short story from Alexander McCall Smith for a calmer moment
My Italian Bulldozer is the fifth episode of Positive Distraction with Alexander McCall Smith, a podcast built around beautifully written short stories. It promises a warm, soothing listen shaped by his voice, humor, and a light escape from everyday stress.
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