Dark Fiction

614: “The Darkness Within” by K. B. Goddard


STORY

Written in the style of the great old Victorian Ghost Stories, comes a story by K. B. Goddard. A mysterious box is found hidden in an unlikely place.

What evil will be found within?

About the Author:


K.B. Goddard is a British writer of supernatural tales, taking her inspiration from the classic ghost stories of the Victorian and Edwardian age. She also finds inspiration in her Irish heritage and in the wealth of ghosts and folklore associated with her native Derbyshire.

In 2014 she published her book A Spirited Evening and Other Stories, a collection of ghost stories set in the Victorian era. A second collection, The Haunted Chamber and Other Stories is due out in 2015, with a combined paperback edition of the two books to follow.

Her work has also appeared on www.shadowsatthedoor.com

Website: kbgoddard.wordpress.com
Amazon: amazon.com/author/kbgoddard
Good Reads: goodreads.com/kbgoddard
Twitter: @kbgoddard
Facebook: facebook.com/kbgoddard


ARTWORK

About the Artist:


Jeanette Andromeda is an artist, blogger, YouTuber, and filmmaker. When she’s not talking about horror or up to her elbows in paint, she’s often found wandering around in graveyards working on stories, scripts and sketches.

Website: HorrorMade.com
Twitter: @horror_made
Facebook: Facebook.com/HorrorMade
Pinterest: pinterest.com/HorrorMadeBlog
Tumblr: tumblr.com/blog/horror-made
YouTube: YouTube.com/HauntingTV


Narration

Dramatic reading performed by Daniel Foytik: www.9thstory.com
Twitter: @9thstory

The voice of the Librarian was Nelson W. Pyles (www.nelsonwpyles.com)
Twitter: @NelsonWPyles

The voice of Victoria Bigglesworth-Hayes was Amber Collins http://ambizzlezappa.deviantart.com/gallery
Twitter: @blamberino


Production Music

The Wicked Library Theme
Anthony Rowsick of Novus (novus3.bandcamp.com)

Deep Noise, Mysterious, Ghost Story, Fantastic Dim Bar, Unease Piano, Fire Prelude, Ossuary 2 - Turn, Rites, Professor and the Plant
Kevin MacLeod (incompetech.com)
Licensed under Creative Commons: By Attribution 3.0

Thème Thème varié, Op.89arié, Op.89
Public Domain Performances

The Scarab
Disparition (www.disparition.info)
Licensed under Creative Commons: By Attribution 3.0


Audio Recording

Sound Design by Daniel Foytik, 9th Story Studios: www.9thstory.com

9th Story Studios: Producer: Daniel Foytik

Society 13: Executive Producer: Nelson W. Pyles

Visit The Wicked Library:

On Facebook: www.facebook.com/thewickedlibrary
On Twitter: @wickedlibrary


This Episode of the Wicked Library was brought to you by:

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The Wicked Library is a founding member of the Society 13 Podcast Network.
"Society 13. Redefining Podcasts."

The Wicked Library is syndicated on the STRY Radio Network
"Where Stories Live"

NL2: “Hadleigh’s Monster” by Jesse J. Saxon


STORY

BONUS STORY: Do you remember the monster under your bed? Did you have a name for it? What would have happened if you whispered to it into the night? Meet Hadleigh's Monster. Be careful. It's hungry.

Newsletter readers get our bonus stories a month before everyone else. Signup at www.thewickedlibrary.com.

About the Author:


Jesse J. Saxon was born in the shadow of Pittsburgh. Jesse has been a fan of horror and fiction since early childhood. He initially got started writing in junior high and kept it as a hobby until the mid 2000s when he began to pursue it as an active interest and profession. In addition to writing fiction, Jesse also covers the nonfiction world by way of op-ed pieced and journalism for the world of Mixed Martial Arts. In his spare time, Jesse enjoys training Brazilian Jiu Jitsu, good coffee, reading all sorts of things, and cigars with his cat.

Website: http://www.jessejsaxon.com/
Twitter: @WBSurvival
Other Projectshttp://whitebeltsurvivalstrategy.blogspot.com/


ARTWORK

About the Artist:

Steven-Matiko
Steven Matiko is a talented artist who enjoys horror and dark fiction. Many pieces of his work can be found on the 9th Story Website. Steve is also a musician and his original music is often featured on the 9th Story.

Website: wideeyedotter.com/
Twitter: @S_Matiko


Narration

Dramatic reading performed by Daniel Foytik: www.9thstory.com
Twitter: @9thstory

The voice of the Librarian was performed by Nelson W. Pyles (www.nelsonwpyles.com)
Twitter: @NelsonWPyles

The voice of Victoria Bigglesworth-Hayes was performed by Amber Collins http://ambizzlezappa.deviantart.com/gallery
Twitter: @blamberino


Production Music

The Wicked Library Theme
Anthony Rowsick of Novus (novus3.bandcamp.com)

Children's Theme, Smoking Gun, Spider Eyes, Long Note Two, Time Passes, Bent and Broken, Moonlight Hall, Rites, Professor and the Plant
Kevin MacLeod (incompetech.com)
Licensed under Creative Commons: By Attribution 3.0

The Scarab
Disparition (www.disparition.info)
Licensed under Creative Commons: By Attribution 3.0


Audio Recording

Sound Design by Daniel Foytik, 9th Story Studios: www.9thstory.com

Producer: Daniel Foytik | Executive Producer: Nelson W. Pyles

Visit The Wicked Library:

On Facebook: www.facebook.com/thewickedlibrary
On Twitter: @wickedlibrary


This Episode of the Wicked Library was brought to you by:

Shadows Square
Shadows at the Door is an ever-growing collection of haunted stories inspired by the ghastly, the ghoulish and the macabre. You can enjoy the pleasing terrors, and similar content, at www.shadowsatthedoor.com

Sanitarium Alt Logo
Sanitarium Magazine showcases original horror fiction and dark verse, alongside news, reviews and interviews - now weekly as of June 1st! sanitariummagazine.com


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Rickert & Beagle Books is a new, used and rare bookstore located in Dormont, PA, specializing in Science Fiction, Fantasy, Horror and weird non-fiction. Visit us on the web at rickertandbeaglebooks.com


The Wicked Library is a founding member of the Society 13 Podcast Network.
"Society 13, where Badasses listen to podcasts."

The Wicked Library is syndicated on the STRY Radio Network
"Where Stories Live"

612: “Train Man” by Cynthia Lowman


STORY

Ever since she was a child, Rissa has been terrified of the trains that rumbled past her house at night and the nightmares that came with them - especially those of the Train Man.

While Rissa finds ways to cope with her fear as she grows older, she still remembers her dreams, the Train Man, and the wicked things he did. It's time, Killer.

About the Author:


Cynthia Lowman likes her name but goes by Cindy.

She is mostly a writer and sometimes a web designer in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania. She is editing her first novel and hopes to defy the odds by getting it published. In case that doesn’t work, she will start her second novel before the end of 2015.

She writes short stories, some of which will be featured on 9th Story Studios, The Lift and The Wicked Library podcasts. Cindy is a member of Pennwriters as well as two writing groups that she expects to help make her famous.

Follow her journey to fame and fortune on her blog, Facebook, Twitter and all those other social media outlets she’s been told to use and intermittently does.

Website: cynthialowman.com/
Google+: plus.google.com/+CynthiaLowman
Twitter: @CynthiaLowman
Facebook: facebook.com/cynthiadlowman


ARTWORK

About the Artist:
Jon-Towers
Jon Towers is an artist and writer, he is the creative mind behind indie comic book company Stigmata Studios. Often referred to as the “Creator Emeritus” of Society 13 and Co-creator the Wicked Library by former Host and current Executive Producer, Nelson W. Pyles, Jon Towers is a modern Renaissance Man, who serves up his brand of awesome in the form of comics, observation, satire, myth and legend, and edgy writing and observation. He will be featured in an upcoming issue of Dreadful Geographic, an Ezine from Forsaken. You can find Jon’s graphic novel, the D’Jinn Jihad on Amazon, and all things Jon Towers on his website.

Stigmata Studios is an indie comic studio that has been producing indie comics featuring the heroic Nonstandard Assembly and its quirky members for over  ten years. They produce graphic novels, comic book magazines and FREE web comics! The stories feature history, the occult, politics, myth, whiskey and violence with an edgy point of view.


Narration

Dramatic reading performed by Daniel Foytik: www.9thstory.com
Twitter: @9thstory

The voice of the Librarian was Nelson W. Pyles (www.nelsonwpyles.com)
Twitter: @NelsonWPyles

The voice of Victoria Bigglesworth-Hayes was Amber Collins http://ambizzlezappa.deviantart.com/gallery
Twitter: @blamberino


Production Music

The Wicked Library Theme
Anthony Rowsick of Novus (novus3.bandcamp.com)

Deep Noise, Ossuary 1 - A Beginning, Danse of Questionable Tuning, Relent, Consequence, Long Note Four, Unlight, Rites, The Professor and the Plant,
Kevin MacLeod (incompetech.com)
Licensed under Creative Commons: By Attribution 3.0

Intimidation, House on the Hill 
Purple Planet Music (purple-planet.com)

The Scarab, The Stolen and Perverted
Disparition (www.disparition.info)
Licensed under Creative Commons: By Attribution 3.0


Audio Recording

Sound Design by Daniel Foytik, 9th Story Studios: www.9thstory.com

9th Story Studios: Producer: Daniel Foytik Program Director: Caitlin Marceau

Society 13: Executive Producer: Nelson W. Pyles

Visit The Wicked Library:

On Facebook: www.facebook.com/thewickedlibrary
On Twitter: @wickedlibrary


This Episode of the Wicked Library was brought to you by:

Shadows Square
Shadows at the Door is an ever-growing collection of haunted stories inspired by the ghastly, the ghoulish and the macabre. You can enjoy the pleasing terrors, and similar content, at www.shadowsatthedoor.com

Sanitarium Alt Logo
Sanitarium Magazine showcases original horror fiction and dark verse, alongside news, reviews and interviews - now weekly as of June 1st! sanitariummagazine.com


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Rickert & Beagle Books is a new, used and rare bookstore located in Dormont, PA, specializing in Science Fiction, Fantasy, Horror and weird non-fiction. Visit us on the web at rickertandbeaglebooks.com


The Wicked Library is a founding member of the Society 13 Podcast Network.
"Society 13, where Badasses listen to podcasts."

The Wicked Library is syndicated on the STRY Radio Network
"Where Stories Live"

610: “Demon in the Wire” by Vincent Asaro

STORY

"Demon in the Wire"
Author: Vincent Asaro

August 6th, 1890 | Auburn, NY | Auburn Prison | 6:38 AM

The fist use of the electric chair. Meet the dark figures surrounding this event, and learn their equally dark agendas. As with many infamous events, dark forces gather to take part. But, the most terrifying participants may be those who are largely indifferent.

About the Author:

Vincent-Asaro
Vincent Asaro is the author of Carrot Field, an epic fantasy novel published by Pressque, and Something In the Dark, a collection of 21 original short stories of horror, suspense, the macabre and dark fantasy. He makes his home in the mountains of Pennsylvania.

Website: vincentasaro.weebly.com
Twitter: @AsaroVincent
Amazon: www.amazon.com/Vincent-Asaro/e/B00D6OSEMS
Amazon 2: http://bit.ly/AsaroSitD


ARTWORK

Artist: Barney Bodoano

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Barney Bodoano is an artist and illustrator living in London, UK. He is influenced by traditional illustration techniques, in particular illustrations for victorian ghost stories, horror and science fiction stories and the pulp magazines of the forties and fifties. He is also a huge fan of comics, especially horror and mystery comics. Barney specialises in illustrating ghost stories and is currently collaborating on a horror comic project. Shadows, moonlight and half lit faces are his stock in trade.

Website: http://www.barneybodoano.com
Twitter:
@barneybodoano
Facebook: 
https://www.facebook.com/barneybodoanoillustration
DeviantArt:
http://bjb674.deviantart.com
Tumbler:
http://barneybodoano.tumblr.com
Etsy:
https://www.etsy.com/uk/shop/BarneyBodoanoThings


Narration

Dramatic reading performed by Daniel Foytik: www.9thstory.com
Twitter: @9thstory

The voice of the Librarian was Nelson W. Pyles (www.nelsonwpyles.com)
Twitter: @NelsonWPyles

The voice of Victoria Bigglesworth-Hayes was Amber Collins http://ambizzlezappa.deviantart.com/gallery
Twitter: @blamberino


Production Music

The Wicked Library Theme
Anthony Rowsick of Novus (novus3.bandcamp.com)

Dark Dance, Himalayan Atmosphere, Ice Demon, Irregular, Return of Lazarus, This House
Virtutes Instrumenti
Kevin MacLeod (incompetech.com)
Licensed under Creative Commons: By Attribution 3.0

Allemande - J.S. Bach, Cello Concerto No. 1 in A Minor, Op. 33 - Camille Saint-Saëns, Aases Death - Peer Gynt
Public Domain Performances

The Scarab, The Stolen and Perverted
Disparition (www.disparition.info)
Licensed under Creative Commons: By Attribution 3.0


Audio Recording

Sound Design by Daniel Foytik, 9th Story Studios: www.9thstory.com

Producer: Daniel Foytik Executive Producer: Nelson W. Pyles

Visit The Wicked Library:

On Facebook: www.facebook.com/thewickedlibrary
On Twitter: @wickedlibrary


This Episode of the Wicked Library was brought to you by:

Shadows Square
Shadows at the Door is an ever-growing collection of haunted stories inspired by the ghastly, the ghoulish and the macabre. You can enjoy the pleasing terrors, and similar content, at www.shadowsatthedoor.com

Sanitarium Alt Logo
Sanitarium Magazine showcases original horror fiction and dark verse, alongside news, reviews and interviews - now weekly as of June 1st! sanitariummagazine.com


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Rickert & Beagle Books is a new, used and rare bookstore located in Dormont, PA, specializing in Science Fiction, Fantasy, Horror and weird non-fiction. Visit us on the web at rickertandbeaglebooks.com

The Wicked Library is a founding member of the Society 13 Podcast Network.
"Society 13, where Badasses listen to podcasts."

608: “Audrey at Night” by Gwendolyn Kiste


STORY

"Audrey at Night"
Author: Gwendolyn Kiste

What goes bump in the night? For one woman, an unwanted visitor does - every night. What does she want? A Find out in this very creepy tale that redefines the meaning of Night Terrors.

About the Author:


Gwendolyn Kiste is a speculative fiction writer based in Pennsylvania. Her stories have appeared widely in publications such as LampLight, Electric Spec, Sanitarium Magazine, and Typehouse Literary Magazine among other outlets. As a regular contributor, she writes for multiple travel and entertainment sites including Horror-Movies.ca, Wanderlust and Lipstick, and her own 60 Days of Halloween, a collection of humorous essays chronicling her autumnal misadventures. She currently resides on an abandoned horse farm with her husband, two cats, and not nearly enough ghosts. You can find her online at www.gwendolynkiste.com and on Twitter (@GwendolynKiste).

Website: www.gwendolynkiste.com
Twitter: @GwendolynKiste
Pinterest:www.pinterest.com/gkiste/
Facebook: facebook.com/gwendolynkiste
Amazon.com: amazon.com/Gwendolyn-Kiste/e/B00QXGAIUC/


ARTWORK

Artist: Jeanette Andromeda

Jeanette-Andromeda
Jeanette Andromeda is an artist, blogger, YouTuber, and filmmaker. When she's not talking about horror or up to her elbows in paint, she's often found wandering around in graveyards working on stories, scripts and sketches.

Website: HorrorMade.com
Twitter: @HauntingTV or @Jeanette_art
Facebook: Facebook.com/HauntingTV or Facebook.com/HorrorMade
Pinterest: pinterest.com/HauntingTV
Tumblr: hauntingtv.tumblr.com
YouTube: YouTube.com/HauntingTV


Narration

Dramatic reading performed by Daniel Foytik: www.9thstory.com
Twitter: @9thstory

The voice of the Librarian was Nelson W. Pyles (www.nelsonwpyles.com)
Twitter: @NelsonWPyles

The voice of Victoria Bigglesworth-Hayes was Amber Collins http://ambizzlezappa.deviantart.com/gallery
Twitter: @blamberino


Production Music

The Wicked Library Theme
Anthony Rowsick of Novus (novus3.bandcamp.com)

Deep Noise,Greta Sting, Distant Tension, Earnest, Dreamlike, Phantasm, Lasting Hope, Spider Eyes, Dark Walk, Symbiosis,Time Passes, Music for Funeral Home - Part 1 , Professor and the Plant, Rites
Kevin MacLeod (incompetech.com)
Licensed under Creative Commons: By Attribution 3.0

Diabolus, Remembrance, Arachnoid, Creepy Hollow
Purple Planet Royalty Free Music (http://www.purple-planet.com)
Licensed under Creative Commons: By Attribution 3.0

The Scarab, The Stolen and Perverted
Disparition (www.disparition.info)
Licensed under Creative Commons: By Attribution 3.0


Audio Recording

Sound Design by Daniel Foytik, 9th Story Studioswww.9thstory.com

Producer: Daniel Foytik Executive Producer: Nelson W. Pyles

Visit The Wicked Library:

On Facebook: www.facebook.com/thewickedlibrary
On Twitter: @wickedlibrary


This Episode of the Wicked Library was brought to you by:

Shadows Square
Shadows at the Door is an ever-growing collection of haunted stories inspired by the ghastly, the ghoulish and the macabre. You can enjoy the pleasing terrors, and similar content, at www.shadowsatthedoor.com

Sanitarium Alt Logo
Sanitarium Magazine showcases original horror fiction and dark verse, alongside news, reviews and interviews - now weekly as of June 1st! sanitariummagazine.com


logo-version-2
Rickert & Beagle Books is a new, used and rare bookstore located in Dormont, PA, specializing in Science Fiction, Fantasy, Horror and weird non-fiction. Visit us on the web at rickertandbeaglebooks.com

The Wicked Library is a founding member of the Society 13 Podcast Network.
"Society 13, where Badasses listen to podcasts."

607: “A Scalene Love Triangle” by Kerry G. S. Lipp

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STORY

"A Scalene Love Triangle"
Author: Kerry G.S. Lipp

Breaking the rules and the results are at the core of this cautionary tale. Dark, twisted, and sexier than it has a right to be, enjoy an adult tale with more than a few triangles.

About the Author:

Kerry-G.S.-Lipp
Kerry Lipp lives in Louisville, Kentucky. He hates the sun and loves making fun of dead people. His parents started reading his stories and they’ve consequently booted him from their will. Kerry's work appears in several anthologies including DOA2 from Blood Bound Books. His work has been featured multiple times on The Wicked Library podcast. He is currently editing his first novel, writing his second, and shopping a bizarro novella. Kerry rarely (but still) blogs at www.HorrorTree.com and will launch his own website sometime before he dies.

Say hi on Twitter @kerrylipp or come find him on Facebook. And he wants you to remember to always cover the camera on your laptop. You never know who is watching you.

Website: www.HorrorTree.com
Twitter: @kerrylipp
Facebook: facebook.com/kerry.g.lipp
Amazon: www.amazon.com/Kerry-G.S.-Lipp/e/B00DTKTM1G


ARTWORK

Artist: Jon Towers

Jon-Towers
Jon Towers is an artist and writer; he is the creative mind behind indie comic book company Stigmata Studios. Often referred to as the "Creator Emeritus" of the Wicked Library by former Host and current Executive Producer, Nelson W. Pyles, Jon Towers is a modern Renaissance Man, who serves up his brand of awesome in the form of comics, observation, satire, myth and legend, and edgy writing and observation. He will be featured in an upcoming issue of Dreadful Geographic, an Ezine from Forsaken. You can find Jon's graphic novel, the D'Jinn Jihad on Amazon, and all things Jon Towers on his website below.

Website: www.stigmatastudios.com
Twitter: @JonnyAxx
Facebook: facebook.com/stigmatastudios


NARRATION

Dramatic reading performed by Daniel Foytik: www.9thstory.com
Twitter: @9thstory

The voice of the Librarian was Nelson W. Pyles (www.nelsonwpyles.com)
Twitter: @NelsonWPyles

The voice of Victoria Bigglesworth-Hayes was Amber Collins http://ambizzlezappa.deviantart.com/gallery
Twitter: @blamberino


PRODUCTION MUSIC

"The Wicked Library Theme"
Anthony Rowsick of Novus (novus3.bandcamp.com)

"Deep Noise", "Funkorama", "Carnivale Intrigue", "Lithium", "As I figure", "Ossuary 6 - Air", "Disquiet", "Urban Gauntlet", "Ghostpocalypse - 4 Temptress", "Ghostpocalypse - 8 Epilogue","Mechanolith", Quinn's Song - First Night", "What You Want", "Unlight", "Rites", "Professor and the Plant"
Kevin MacLeod (incompetech.com)
Licensed under Creative Commons: By Attribution 3.0

"The Scarab"
Disparition (www.disparition.info)
Licensed under Creative Commons: By Attribution 3.0


AUDIO RECORDING

Sound Design by Daniel Foytik, 9th Story Studioswww.9thstory.com

Producer: Daniel Foytik Executive Producer: Nelson W. Pyles

Visit The Wicked Library:

On Facebook: www.facebook.com/thewickedlibrary
On Twitter: @wickedlibrary


This Episode of the Wicked Library was brought to you by:

Shadows Square
Shadows at the Door is an ever-growing collection of haunted stories inspired by the ghastly, the ghoulish and the macabre. You can enjoy the pleasing terrors, and similar content, at www.shadowsatthedoor.com

Sanitarium Alt Logo
Sanitarium Magazine showcases original horror fiction and dark verse, alongside news, reviews and interviews - now weekly as of June 1st! sanitariummagazine.com


logo-version-2
Rickert & Beagle Books is a new, used and rare bookstore located in Dormont, PA, specializing in Science Fiction, Fantasy, Horror and weird non-fiction. Visit us on the web at rickertandbeaglebooks.com

The Wicked Library is a founding member of the Society 13 Podcast Network.
"Society 13, where Badasses listen to podcasts."

NL1: “Stitches” by Caitlin Marceau

 

STORY

"Stitches"
Author: Caitlin Marceau

This tale has creepy, wicked terror all sewed up. Enjoy this story that delves into a dark place that's sure to disturb and delight.

About the Author:

Caitlin-Marceau
Caitlin Marceau is a graduate of Concordia University with a B.A. in creative writing, Caitlin works for an array of publications and lit mags. When she’s not covered in ink or wading through stacks of paper, you can find her ranting about issues in pop culture or nerding out over a good book.

Website: caitlinmarceau.com
Twitter: @CaitlinMarceau
Facebook: www.facebook.com/CAMarceau or facebook.com/caitlinmarceau


ARTWORK

Artist: Tricia Martin


Tricia Martin is a horror artist from Norfolk, VA. who co-owns a production company, Lucid Frame Productions, with her husband Gordon Martin. Tricia sculpts, paints, makes horror themed dolls, and is currently illustrating a book titled “Midnight, Me & Bob Macabre”, which is being written by Crash LaResh.

She also enjoys photography, animation and editing in addition to doing camera work for clients and personal projects. On down-time, she enjoys helping to promote Indie horror projects through social media.

Website: etsy.com/shop/triciakitty
Twitter: @triciakitty
Facebook: facebook.com/triciamartinart or facebook.com/midnightmeandbobmacabre

On The Wicked Library: NL1


Narration

Dramatic reading performed by Daniel Foytik: www.9thstory.com
Twitter: @9thstory

The voice of the Librarian was Nelson W. Pyles (www.nelsonwpyles.com)
Twitter: @NelsonWPyles

The voice of Victoria Bigglesworth-Hayes was Amber Collins http://ambizzlezappa.deviantart.com/gallery
Twitter: @blamberino


Production Music

"The Wicked Library Theme"
Anthony Rowsick of Novus (novus3.bandcamp.com)

"Deep Noise", "Decline", "Gloom Horizon", "Aftermath", "Come Play with Me", "Rites", "Professor and the Plant"
Kevin MacLeod (incompetech.com)
Licensed under Creative Commons: By Attribution 3.0


Audio Recording

Sound Design by Daniel Foytik, 9th Story Studioswww.9thstory.com

Producer: Daniel Foytik Executive Producer: Nelson W. Pyles

Visit The Wicked Library:

On Facebook: www.facebook.com/thewickedlibrary
On Twitter: @wickedlibrary


This Episode of the Wicked Library was brought to you by:

Shadows Square
Shadows at the Door is an ever-growing collection of haunted stories inspired by the ghastly, the ghoulish and the macabre. You can enjoy the pleasing terrors, and similar content, at www.shadowsatthedoor.com

Sanitarium Alt Logo
Sanitarium Magazine showcases original horror fiction and dark verse, alongside news, reviews and interviews - now weekly as of June 1st! sanitariummagazine.com


logo-version-2
Rickert & Beagle Books is a new, used and rare bookstore located in Dormont, PA, specializing in Science Fiction, Fantasy, Horror and weird non-fiction. Visit us on the web at rickertandbeaglebooks.com

The Wicked Library is a founding member of the Society 13 Podcast Network.
"Society 13, where Badasses listen to podcasts."

606: “The Blackest Curse” by Jesse J Saxon


STORY

"The Blackest Curse"
Author: Jesse J. Saxon

The Wicked Library brings you a modern version of a traditional folk tale. A play on the bear skin tale, this creative story blends elements from different traditions and the artist's imagination seamlessly. This story reminds us to be careful what we agree too. Things that seem too good to be true often are.

About the Author:


Jesse J. Saxon was born in the shadow of Pittsburgh. Jesse has been a fan of horror and fiction since early childhood. He initially got started writing in junior high and kept it as a hobby until the mid 2000s when he began to pursue it as an active interest and profession. In addition to writing fiction, Jesse also covers the nonfiction world by way of op-ed pieced and journalism for the world of Mixed Martial Arts. In his spare time, Jesse enjoys training Brazilian Jiu Jitsu, good coffee, reading all sorts of things, and cigars with his cat.

Website: http://www.jessejsaxon.com/
Twitter: @WBSurvival
Brazilian Jiu Jitsu blog, http://whitebeltsurvivalstrategy.blogspot.com/


ARTWORK

Artist: Jeanette Andromeda

Jeanette-Andromeda
Jeanette Andromeda is an artist, blogger, YouTuber, and filmmaker. When she's not talking about horror or up to her elbows in paint, she's often found wandering around in graveyards working on stories, scripts and sketches.

Website: HorrorMade.com
Twitter: @HauntingTV or @Jeanette_art
Facebook: Facebook.com/HauntingTV or Facebook.com/HorrorMade
Pinterest: pinterest.com/HauntingTV
Tumblr: hauntingtv.tumblr.com
YouTube: YouTube.com/HauntingTV


Narration

Dramatic reading performed by Daniel Foytik: www.9thstory.com
Twitter: @9thstory

The voice of the Librarian was Nelson W. Pyles (www.nelsonwpyles.com)
Twitter: @NelsonWPyles

The voice of Victoria Bigglesworth-Hayes was Amber Collins http://ambizzlezappa.deviantart.com/gallery
Twitter: @blamberino


Production Music

"The Wicked Library Theme"
Anthony Rowsick of Novus (novus3.bandcamp.com)

"Deep Noise", "Ossuary 1 - A Begining", "Ossuary 2 - Turn", "Ossuary 4 - Animate", "Firmament", "Ossuary 5 - Rest", "The Escalation", "Ossuary 3- Worlds", "Professor and the Plant", "Rites"
Kevin MacLeod (incompetech.com)
Licensed under Creative Commons: By Attribution 3.0

"Epitaph"
Steve Montgomery, creator of Darkmood
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"The Scarab", "The Stolen and Perverted"
Disparition (www.disparition.info)


Audio Recording

Sound Design by Daniel Foytik, 9th Story Studioswww.9thstory.com

Producer: Daniel Foytik Executive Producer: Nelson W. Pyles

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