Classic Ghost Stories
260 episodes - English - Latest episode: about 1 month ago - ★★★★★ - 328 ratingsA weekly podcast that reads out ghost stories, horror stories, and weird tales every week. Classic stories from the pens of the masters Occasionally, we feature living authors, but the majority are dead. Some perhaps are undead.
We go from cosy Edwardian ghost stories (E. F. Benson, Walter De La Mare) to Victorian supernatural mysteries (M. R. James, Elizabeth Gaskell, Bram Stoker, and Charles Dickens) to 20th-century Weird Tales (Robert Aickman, Fritz Lieber, Clark Ashton-Smith, and H. P. Lovecraft) and wander from the Gothic to the Odd, even to the Literary, and then back again.
Each episode is followed by Tony's take on the story, which can ramble on to discuss the weather, books, his dogs, what Sheila is foraging, and what he thinks of hauntology. Perfect to fall asleep to, and perfectly optional if you only want the tale itself.
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The Judge's House by Bram Stoker
March 22, 2024 00:00 - 1 hourAbraham "Bram" Stoker was born on November 8, 1847, in Clontarf, Dublin, Ireland. He was the third of seven children born to Abraham Stoker and Charlotte Mathilda Blake Thornley Stoker. Stoker spent much of his early childhood bedridden due to an unknown illness, during which he entertained himself with stories and books. Despite his illness, he eventually made a full recovery and went on to study at Trinity College Dublin, where he excelled in athletics and graduated with honours in Mathemat...
The Vampyre by John Polidori
March 15, 2024 21:00 - 1 hourJohn William Polidori, an Italian-English physician and writer born in 1795, was a notable figure associated with the Romantic movement. As the eldest son of Gaetano Polidori, an Italian scholar, and Anna Maria Pierce, a governess, Polidori was exposed to intellectual pursuits from a young age. He received his medical degree from the University of Edinburgh in 1815 at the remarkably young age of 19. Polidori's literary talents and connections led him to serve as personal physician to the reno...
The Ghostly Rental by Henry James
March 08, 2024 21:00 - 1 hourHenry James (1843–1916) was an American author renowned for his contributions to literature, particularly within the realm of psychological realism. Born in New York City, James spent much of his life traveling between Europe and the United States, which greatly influenced his cosmopolitan worldview and writing style. Known for his intricate character studies and keen exploration of human psychology, James's works often delved into themes of social conventions, personal freedom, and the compl...
The Black Widow by John Glasby
March 01, 2024 12:21 - 1 hourJohn Stephen Glasby (23 September 1928 – 5 June 2011) was a British author born in East Retford, Nottinghamshire. Trained as a research chemist and mathematician, Glasby's early career saw him balancing his scientific pursuits with a burgeoning passion for writing. His literary journey began in the 1950s and 1960s, during which he emerged as a prolific figure in the pulp publishing industry. Despite his scientific background, Glasby's literary ambitions led him to explore a wide array of genr...
The Tarroo-Ushtey by Nigel Kneale
February 23, 2024 12:21 - 43 minutesNigel Kneale was a highly acclaimed British screenwriter and novelist, best known for his pioneering work in the science fiction genre, particularly the creation of the iconic character Professor Bernard Quatermass. Born on April 28, 1922, in the Isle of Man, Kneale began his career as a journalist before transitioning to writing for radio, television, and film. He was brought up in Barrow-in-Furness. His breakthrough came in the early 1950s with the BBC television series "The Quatermass Expe...
The Shadow on The Moor by Stuart Strauss
February 15, 2024 21:00 - 1 hourStuart Strauss remains an enigmatic figure in the world of weird fiction, with scant information available about his life. He is known for a limited body of work, including "The Shadow on The Moor" (1928), "The Soul Tube" (1928), and "The Clenched Hand" (1934). The use of a pseudonym and language suggesting potential unfamiliarity with British culture has led to the assumption that Strauss might be an American author. "The Shadow on The Moor" is a tale that first appeared in the February 1928...
Wake Not The Dead by Ernst Raupach
February 09, 2024 21:00 - 1 hourErnst Benjamin Salomo Raupach, born on May 21, 1784, in Straupitz, Silesia, was a prominent German dramatist of the 19th century. His literary career was marked by a diverse range of works, and his influence extended beyond his homeland. After studying theology in Halle, Raupach ventured to St Petersburg in 1804, where he immersed himself in various pursuits, including writing tragedies and delivering sermons. Later, he settled in Berlin in 1824, dedicating the remainder of his life to writin...
The Beast In The Cave by H. P. Lovecraft
February 02, 2024 12:09 - 54 minutesThis is a reading of H. P. Lovecraft's The Beast In The Cave. "The Beast in the Cave" is a short story written by H. P. Lovecraft, a famous American horror fiction writer. He first came up with the initial version in the Spring of 1904, and by April 1905, at the age of fourteen, he completed the final draft. The story was initially published in June 1918 in The Vagrant, a publication similar to today's well-edited fanzines. It's essential to note that this tale is considered part of Lovecraft...
Three Miles Up by Elizabeth Jane Howard
January 26, 2024 21:00 - 1 hourElizabeth Jane Howard, born on March 26, 1923, in London, England, was a distinguished English novelist known for her versatile literary contributions. Howard began her career as an actress and model before venturing into writing in 1947. Throughout her prolific career, she penned 12 novels, with her most acclaimed work being the five-volume family saga, 'The Cazalet Chronicles.' Her narrative prowess was not confined to family sagas, as exemplified by her collaboration with Robert Aickman on...
The Second Passenger by Basil Copper
January 19, 2024 21:00 - 39 minutesBasil Copper, born on February 5, 1924, in London, and passing away on April 3, 2013, was an English writer who initially pursued a career in journalism and newspaper editing before transitioning to full-time authorship in 1970. Beyond his literary pursuits, Copper cultivated diverse interests, including swimming, gardening, travel, sailing, and collecting historic films. Notably, he established the Tunbridge Wells Vintage Film Society and actively participated in esteemed film organizations ...
The Premonition by Lewis Darley
January 12, 2024 21:00 - 1 hourLewis Darley is a copywriter and illustrator living in Nottingham. He contacted me early in 2023 about an animated film he was making for his story The Premonition. This horror story is set in Bristol around 8 years ago. We agreed, I would record the audio and he would then do the long, hard work of animating the film. I said that I thought listeners would be interested in the story and then in him telling us about the project, so seven months after our first contact, we managed to record an ...
The Red Lodge by H R Wakefield
January 05, 2024 12:09 - 51 minutesHerbert Russell Wakefield (1888 – 2 August 1964) was a distinguished English writer known for his multifaceted contributions to literature. Born in Sandgate, Kent, he was the third child of Henry Russell Wakefield, a clergyman who later became the bishop of Birmingham. Educated at Marlborough College and University College, Oxford, Wakefield exhibited a broad range of talents, achieving second-class honours in Modern History while excelling in sports such as cricket, golf, hockey, and footbal...
The Irtonwood Ghost by Elinor Glyn
December 29, 2023 21:00 - 1 hourElinor Glyn, born Elinor Sutherland on October 17, 1864, in Jersey, Channel Islands, was a prominent English novelist and scriptwriter during the late 19th and early 20th centuries. She belonged to a wealthy and well-connected family, and her early life was marked by privilege and education. Glyn began her literary career with the publication of her first novel, "The Visits of Elizabeth," in 1899. However, she gained widespread recognition and success with her scandalous and sensational novel...
The Story Of The Goblins Who Stole A Sexton by Charles Dickens
December 25, 2023 13:00 - 32 minutesCertainly! "The Story of the Goblins Who Stole a Sexton" is a short story written by Charles Dickens as part of his collection titled "The Pickwick Papers." The narrative follows Gabriel Grub, a grumpy and ill-tempered sexton (grave digger) in a small village. Gabriel despises Christmas and all its festivities, choosing instead to revel in his solitude. One Christmas Eve, while digging a grave in the churchyard, Gabriel encounters a group of goblins who emerge from the ground. The goblins, le...
A Strange Christmas Game by Charlotte Riddell
December 22, 2023 21:00 - 49 minutesCharlotte Riddell, born Charlotte Cowan in 1832, was a prolific and accomplished British writer during the Victorian era. She was recognized for her contributions to the literary landscape, particularly in the genres of Gothic fiction and supernatural tales. Riddell began her writing career in the mid-19th century, initially publishing under the pseudonym F. G. Trafford. Her early works demonstrated a keen interest in the mysterious and the macabre, drawing inspiration from the popular Gothic...
Bone to His Bone by E. G. Swain
December 15, 2023 21:00 - 44 minutesEdmund Gill Swain, born on the 19th of February 1861 in Stockport, Cheshire, was a respected English cleric and author known for his contributions to the ghost story genre. Educated at Manchester Grammar School and Emmanuel College, Cambridge, Swain pursued Natural Sciences. Ordained as a deacon in 1885 and a priest in 1886 at Rochester, he served as a curate in Camberwell before assuming the role of chaplain at King's College, Cambridge, alongside the notable scholar and author M. R. James. ...
Couching At The Door by D K Broster
December 08, 2023 21:00 - 1 hourDorothy Kathleen Broster, known by her pen name D.K. Broster, stands as a notable but often overlooked figure in literature, recognized for her exceptional talent in crafting short horror stories. Despite her relative obscurity in contemporary discussions, her contributions to the genre, particularly with works like "Couching at the Door," showcase her prowess in weaving tales of the supernatural. "Couching at the Door," although reprinted numerous times, may not be considered her magnum opus...
The Gardener by E F Benson
December 01, 2023 09:00 - 54 minutesHugh and Margaret Grainger rent a lovely old house near a golf course. At the bottom of the garden is a mysterious, well-kept thatched cottage that appears unoccupied. However, a visitor senses a strange presence within and occasionally sees lights or figures inside. Margaret, fascinated with communicating via planchette, starts receiving odd messages from an entity calling himself "the gardener." He announces a desire to enter the main house, catapulting the Graingers into disturbing event...
The Horror Under Penmire by Adrian Cole
November 24, 2023 21:00 - 1 hourAdrian Christopher Synnot Cole, the celebrated British author, was born in Plymouth, England, on July 22, 1949. His early years were shaped by a family sojourn in Malaya due to his father's military service, which instilled in him a passion for the fantasy and science fiction genres. Influenced by literary classics like Tarzan and King Solomon's Mines, as well as cinematic marvels such as "Earth versus the Flying Saucers" and the original "Classics Illustrated War of the Worlds," and the work...
The Haunted Haven by A. Erskine Ellis
November 17, 2023 21:00 - 53 minutesArthur Erskine Ellis, born on October 1, 1902, in Bangalore, British India, was a distinguished British biologist and author known for his remarkable contributions in two distinct realms. On the one hand, he was a dedicated scientist who left a lasting legacy in the field of malacology, particularly in the study of non-marine mollusks. His extensive body of work in this area, including numerous publications, established him as an authority in British non-marine malacology. From 1919 to 1961, ...
The Canterville Ghost by Oscar Wilde
November 10, 2023 00:00 - 1 hourOscar Wilde (1854-1900) was a renowned Irish playwright, poet, and author known for his exceptional wit, flamboyant style, and profound contributions to late 19th-century literature. Born in Dublin, Wilde attended Oxford University and soon established himself as a prominent figure in London's literary and social circles. His works, including "The Picture of Dorian Gray" and "The Importance of Being Earnest," are celebrated for their clever dialogue, social satire, and exploration of the huma...
The Horror at Chilton Castle
November 03, 2023 00:00 - 59 minutesJoseph Payne Brennan (1918-1990) was an American writer renowned for his contributions to horror, fantasy, and science fiction. Born in Bridgeport, Connecticut, he nurtured his passion for writing from a young age and later pursued his love for literature at Yale University. Brennan's career as a librarian and researcher allowed him to immerse himself in the world of storytelling. In the 1950s and 1960s, he made a significant impact in the speculative fiction realm with his supernatural and p...
Back From The Grave by Robert Silverberg
October 31, 2023 00:00 - 59 minutesRobert Silverberg, born in Brooklyn, New York, on January 15, 1935, is a highly esteemed author known for his significant contributions to the world of speculative fiction. With a career spanning several decades, Silverberg's journey into the literary world began in his early teenage years when he started submitting stories to science fiction magazines. He graduated from Columbia University with a Bachelor of Arts degree in English Literature in 1956, all while crafting stories that would ear...
The Graveyard Rats by Henry Kuttner
October 26, 2023 23:00 - 35 minutes"The Graveyard Rats" stands as a testament to Henry Kuttner's exceptional storytelling prowess. This eerie tale, originally published in the March 1936 issue of Weird Tales, immerses readers in the haunting atmosphere of ancient Salem cemeteries. Kuttner expertly crafts a narrative that blends elements of horror and the supernatural, skillfully intertwining the unsettling presence of abnormally large rats with whispered legends of subterranean, inhuman entities. As readers venture deeper into...
The Beast of Averoigne by Clark Ashton Smith
October 19, 2023 23:00 - 46 minutesClark Ashton Smith (1893–1961) was an American writer and artist known for his unique contributions to literature and art. - Born on January 13, 1893, in Long Valley, California, Smith came from a family of English and New England heritage.- He spent most of his life in Auburn, California, where he lived in a cabin built by his parents, Fanny and Timeus Smith.- Due to psychological disorders, Smith's formal education was limited, and he was taught at home after attending eight years of gramma...
Good Lady Ducayne by M E Braddon
October 12, 2023 23:00 - 1 hourMary Elizabeth Braddon (4 October 1835 – 4 February 1915) was a renowned English novelist of the Victorian era, celebrated for her sensational works. Her most famous creation, "Lady Audley's Secret," published in 1862, achieved both literary acclaim and multiple adaptations on stage and screen.Born in Soho, London, Braddon received a private education. Her parents, Henry and Fanny, separated when she was just five years old due to her father's infidelity. At the age of ten, her brother Edward...
The Hand of M R James by Sarah Tolmie
October 05, 2023 23:00 - 1 hourIt's been a long time since I’ve read a story by a living author. This story, “The Hand of M. R. James,” was written by Canadian author Sarah Tolmie, and it deals with a very strange occurrence—you may call it a haunting—that happens to an academic during the COVID pandemic. After the story, I ask Sarah about herself, about this story, and about her book Sacraments for the Unfit, from which collection, The Hand of M. R. James is taken. You can learn more about Sarah from her website Sarah Tol...
🔒 Flies by Isaac Asimov
October 01, 2023 20:00 - 44 minutes - 30.8 MBSubscriber-only episode Isaac Asimov, born in 1920, was a renowned American writer and biochemistry professor at Boston University. He stood among the "Big Three" science fiction authors, alongside Robert A. Heinlein and Arthur C. Clarke, and was celebrated for his extensive literary contributions. Asimov's astounding productivity saw him produce over 500 books, covering diverse genres like hard science fiction, mysteries, fantasy, and popular science. His most iconic creation was the "Foun...
The Crimson Weaver by R. Murray Gilchrist
September 28, 2023 23:00 - 39 minutesRobert Murray Gilchrist, born on November 29, 1867, in Sheffield, England, was a Victorian writer whose literary contributions remain an intriguing enigma within the realm of Gothic and Decadent fiction. Educated at Sheffield Royal Grammar School and privately tutored, Gilchrist's inclination toward reclusiveness and introspection shaped his literary style. Despite publishing 22 novels and around a hundred short stories, his work, set predominantly in the early 1700s, reflects a unique blend ...
The Lost Room by Fitz James O'Brien
September 23, 2023 12:00 - 1 hourFitz James O'Brien (1828 – April 6, 1862) was an Irish-American writer, best known for his works in the genre of science fiction and fantasy. Born in Cork, Ireland, he migrated to the United States in 1852 after squandering his inheritance. O'Brien settled in New York City and began his writing career which took off with his contributions to Harper's Magazine and the New York Saturday Press. He quickly gained popularity for his strange and imaginative stories. His most recognized works includ...
The Struwwelpeter by Tony Walker
September 21, 2023 23:00 - 1 hourPeople have been asking for more of my own stories, so here's one. However, I have to warn you that I use the f-word in it and it is rather dark. It's possibly as dark as my Whitehaven Bodysnatcher, plus it has swearing (though it is necessary for the character I feel). So, if you prefer my sweeter stories, or don't like that word being used, I would avoid this one. It all starts with a man going walking in the Black Forest in Germany... New Patreon Request Buzzsprout - Let's get your podcast...
The Werewolf by Eugene Field
September 14, 2023 23:00 - 28 minutesStep into the mysterious realm of Eugene Field's short story "The Werewolf." 🌕 This narrative unfolds a tale of love and lycanthropy, revolving around a haunting love triangle. The characters of Harold, Alfred, and the captivating Saxon maiden Yseult are entwined in a complex dance of emotions. Harold, cursed to carry the lineage of a werewolf, traces his ancestry back to the legendary Siegfried. With a unique twist on the traditional werewolf motif, Field's story takes us on a journey throug...
🔒 The Waxwork by A. M. Burrage
September 07, 2023 23:00 - 51 minutes - 35.7 MBSubscriber-only episode Alfred McLelland Burrage, often referred to as A. M. Burrage, was a British writer who made significant contributions to the literary world. Born in 1889, he began his writing career at a remarkably young age, even before turning 18. His initial focus was on crafting fiction aimed at a young male audience, and he displayed both prolificacy and skill in this endeavor. Burrage's life took a significant turn when he served in World War I. His firsthand experiences duri...
Whitewash and The Empty Berth by Rose Macauley
August 31, 2023 23:00 - 56 minutesThank you to Jay Rothermel for suggesting I read these stories. You can read his take on them here:[https://jayrothermel.substack.com/p/two-stories-by-rose-macaulay-1881]Dame Emilie Rose Macaulay, born on August 1, 1881, in Rugby, Warwickshire, England, emerged as a distinctive figure in 20th-century literature. The daughter of George Campbell Macaulay, a classical scholar, and Grace Mary Conybeare, her upbringing was imbued with a scholarly aura that would lay the foundation for her intellec...
Schalken The Painter by J Sheridan Le Fanu
August 25, 2023 20:00 - 1 hourJoseph Sheridan Le Fanu Joseph Thomas Sheridan Le Fanu (1814-1873) was an Irish writer and one of the leading ghost story writers of the 19th century. Born into a literary family in Dublin, he studied law and became a journalist. Le Fanu's first published story appeared in 1838. In 1844, he married Susanna Bennett and had four children. Following his wife's death in 1858, Le Fanu withdrew from society for a period of time. However, during the 1860s and 1870s, he produced his most notable supe...
The House of The Dead Hand by Edith Wharton
August 17, 2023 23:00 - 1 hourEdith Wharton was born Edith Newbold Jones on January 24, 1862, into a wealthy New York family. She was a prolific writer, known for her insightful and critical portrayal of the American upper class. Her most famous works include "The Age of Innocence," "Ethan Frome," and "The House of Mirth." Wharton was the first woman to win the Pulitzer Prize for Literature in 1921. She was also a keen designer, traveler, and a dedicated supporter of French efforts during World War I, for which she was aw...
🔒 The White People by Arthur Machen (full audiobook)
August 12, 2023 09:00 - 1 hour - 69.3 MBSubscriber-only episode For podcast subscribers. Join up to get access! Here we have the full story of The White People by Arthur Machen, a very strange, dreamlike story indeed. There are lots of Arthurian images to this (the nymphs of the well) as well as pure folk horror — rural communities with surviving paganism, secrets beyond secrets. It feels as if it were channeled to Machen to be honest and has that flowing dreamy quality. Jung would have a lot to say about this story! And Mache...
The New Catacomb by Arthur Conan Doyle
August 10, 2023 23:00 - 56 minutesArthur Conan Doyle's "The New Catacomb" is a chilling exploration of the themes of revenge, betrayal, and obsession, all set against the haunting backdrop of Rome's ancient catacombs. With its strong atmospheric build-up and a shocking climax, the story delivers a compelling narrative, though it falls short in terms of character development and narrative clarity.Conan Doyle masterfully employs the theme of revenge, manifest in Burger's calculated plot against his friend and rival Kennedy. It'...
🔒 The Whispering Gallery by William F Temple
August 04, 2023 20:00 - 56 minutes - 39.1 MBSubscriber-only episode William Frederick Temple (9 March 1914 – 15 July 1989) was a British science fiction writer, best known for his novel "Four-Sided Triangle." Born in Woolwich in 1914, Temple's early career included working as a clerk in the London Stock Exchange. His passion for science fiction led him to become an active member of the Science Fiction Association and the British Interplanetary Society. During World War II, Temple served as a field artillery signaller. After the war...
All Hallows by Walter de La Mare
July 27, 2023 23:00 - 1 hourWalter de La Mare (1873-1956) was an English poet, novelist, and short story writer known for his imaginative and evocative works. Born on April 25, 1873, in London, de La Mare began writing poetry and short stories during the 1890s while working as a bookkeeper. Despite not being a regular churchgoer, he held strong cultural Christianity and drew upon biblical themes and imagery in his writing.De La Mare's literary career took off with the publication of his first major work, the poetry coll...
An Account of Some Strange Disturbances in Aungier Street by J S Le Fanu
July 20, 2023 23:00 - 1 hourPrepare for a chilling journey as we delve into the eerie world of Joseph Sheridan Le Fanu's "An Account of Some Strange Disturbances in Aungier Street." This Victorian ghost story, set in a haunted house in Dublin, is a masterclass in suspense and terror. Two medical students move into an old house, only to be plagued by nightmares and haunted by the apparition of a cruel old man. As the terror escalates, they must confront the sinister legacy that lingers within the house's walls. Le Fanu's...
Negotium Perambulans by E. F. Benson
July 13, 2023 23:00 - 1 hourPrepare to be captivated by E.F. Benson's haunting tale, 'Negotium Perambulans.' Join us as we journey into the depths of a mysterious fishing village in West Cornwall, where supernatural forces lurk in the shadows. In this chilling story, a young man's return to his childhood home unearths dark secrets and encounters with a malevolent creature known as 'Negotium Perambulans.' With elements of Gothic horror and psychological suspense, this atmospheric narrative explores themes of sin, punishm...
🔒 The Corpse-Rider by Lafcadio Hearn
July 06, 2023 23:00 - 56 minutes - 38.6 MBSubscriber-only episode This is a members only video. Please subscribe! In this episode, join us as we delve into the captivating world of Lafcadio Hearn's 'Of Ghosts and Goblins.' Prepare to be transported to a realm where Japanese and Irish folklore intertwine, bringing forth tales of eerie encounters and supernatural wonders. In this haunting collection, we explore three chilling stories: 'The Corpse-Rider,' 'Of Ghosts and Goblins,' and 'The Dream of A Summer Day.' Discover the uncann...
The Horror of The Heights by Arthur Conan Doyle
June 29, 2023 23:00 - 56 minutesSir Arthur Conan Doyle was a renowned British writer and physician, best known for creating the famous detective character Sherlock Holmes. He was born on May 22, 1859, in Edinburgh, Scotland, to Charles Altamont Doyle and Mary Foley Doyle. Doyle's early education took place at the Jesuit preparatory school of Hodder Place and Stonyhurst College. Later, he studied medicine at the University of Edinburgh and graduated in 1881. After completing his medical studies, Conan Doyle worked as a ship'...
The Room In The Tower by E F Benson (2023 Recording)
June 24, 2023 15:00 - 45 minutesI've done this terrifying story by E F Benson before, but that was in 2019 and the sound wasn't great. Thanks to my supporters, I have much better sound equpiment now and I hope I'm a better narrator. I hope you like itIn this edge-of-your-seat episode, Tony Walker plunges into the sinister world of E.F. Benson's haunting story. Our protagonist, an unnamed young man, is plagued by an eerie recurring nightmare. In his dream, he visits a friend's foreboding home, inhabited by an ever-changing r...
The Deadfall by Ted Hughes
June 22, 2023 23:00 - 1 hourThanks to Gavin Critchley for sponsoring this episode!Ted Hughes (1930-1998) was an English poet and writer who is widely regarded as one of the most important and influential poets of the 20th century. He was born on August 17, 1930, in Mytholmroyd, Yorkshire, England. Hughes had a deep connection with nature from an early age, which played a significant role in his poetry. He attended Mexborough Grammar School and later won a scholarship to study English at Pembroke College, Cambridge. Duri...
The Golden Bough by David H Keller
June 15, 2023 23:00 - 1 hourDavid H. Keller was an American author known for his contributions to science fiction and pulp magazines during the early 20th century. He was born on December 23, 1880, in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania. Keller pursued a career in medicine and graduated from the University of Pennsylvania with a medical degree in 1903. He worked as a general practitioner, specializing in the treatment of mental disorders. Despite his medical profession, Keller had a strong passion for writing. He began his liter...
Ringing The Changes by Robert Aickman
June 08, 2023 23:00 - 1 hourRobert AickmanRobert Aickman was a British author best known for his highly influential and distinctive contributions to the genre of supernatural fiction. Born on June 27, 1914, in London, England, Aickman spent much of his life exploring his passion for writing and exploring the depths of the human psyche through his unique brand of storytelling.Aickman's early life was marked by a fascination with the strange and macabre. As a child, he developed an interest in ghost stories and the supern...
🔒 The Companion by Ramsay Campbell
June 01, 2023 23:00 - 38 minutes - 26.2 MBSubscriber-only episode Ramsey Campbell is a British author known for his contributions to the horror genre. Born on January 4, 1946, in Liverpool, England, Campbell began writing at an early age and developed a strong interest in horror fiction. Inspired by authors such as H.P. Lovecraft, Arthur Machen, and Algernon Blackwood, he started crafting his own tales of terror. Campbell's writing career took off in the late 1960s and early 1970s when he gained recognition as one of the leading v...
The House With The Brick-Kiln by E. F. Benson
May 25, 2023 23:00 - 50 minutesn this classic ghost story by E.F. Benson, two friends rent an idyllic country house for a month of fishing, only to find themselves haunted by a malevolent presence. As the strange occurrences escalate, they begin to uncover the dark secrets of the house and its former occupants. This eerie tale will keep you on the edge of your seat until the very end. Narrated with audiobook quality, this reading of "The House With The Brick-Kiln" is perfect for fans of classic horror and ghost stories. Si...