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The Wicked Library

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The Wicked Library is a Parsec Award winning show featuring horror fiction stories from upcoming, new, independent and bestselling authors. Our Tales of terror are read by Host / Producer, Daniel Foytik and other popular voice actors and feature custom music to bring the stories to life. Each episode features the work of some of the best voices in independent horror fiction.

Episodes

TWL 1103: “The Sound of Madness”, by Ricardo Victoria

Welcome to The Wicked Library for our season of Sci-Fi Themed Horror. Author: Ricardo Victoria Storyteller: André Luc Martinez Host: Addison Peacock Featuring a custom score by Nico Vettese, of We Talk of Dreams. Story Summary: Exploring the cosmos is a risky proposition. It is cold, silent, uncaring, and vast. No matter how well prepared, or how careful you are, nothing can protect you from the unexpected. Especially when it comes to finding signs that we were not alone in the universe, or when...

Oct 31, 202158 minSeason 11Ep. 3

TWL 1102: "An Acid Trip Through Time", by Michelle Lane

Get these episodes ad free! Support the show on Patreon for as little as $3 / month. Welcome to The Wicked Library for our season of Sci-Fi Themed Horror. Author: Michelle Renee Lane Storyteller: GP Mackenzie Featuring a custom score by Nico Vettese, of We Talk of Dreams. Story Summary: Lizzy is a bi-racial teen who escapes her reality of growing up in a homogeneously white rural town in Central Pennsylvania in the mid-80’s by dropping acid and embracing the local punk scene. A typical evening o...

Oct 24, 20211 hr 2 minSeason 11Ep. 2

TWL 1101: "T-Minus 4...3...2", by Crystal Connor

Welcome back to The Wicked Library for our season of Sci-Fi Themed Horror. We kick of the season with a dark tale written by Crystal Connor and told by Denise Michelle Johnson, accompanied by a custom score by Nico Vettese of We Talk of Dreams. Story Summary: In this dark tale, we jump into the past, then the future, multiple times to bear witness to a war of ages. Science and myth are combined into a terrifying adventure in this story spanning centuries. Warning: The Wicked Library is a horror ...

Oct 04, 20211 hr 30 minSeason 11Ep. 1

TDiB S1E13: "My Last Skinwalker", by Carolyn A. Drake

Welcome back to The Darkness in Between, our interseasonal entertainment, with a dark tale written by Carolyn A. Drake and told by Graham Rowat. Story Summary: In this dark tale, we experience the fear and terror of a local community fighting for survival against skinwalkers. Over the years, one man becomes the go to expert in dispatching the evil creatures. Warning: The Wicked Library is a horror fiction podcast created for a mature audience. Our stories contain graphic descriptions of pain, mu...

Sep 19, 202140 min

TDiB S1E12: "Help Wanted", by Michael McCord

Get these episodes ad free! Support the show on Patreon for as little as $3 / month. Welcome back to The Darkness in Between, our interseasonal entertainment, with a dark tale written by Michael McCord and told by Daniel Foytik. Story Summary: In this dark tale, a man conducts an interview for on open position for a night watchman. When Harley Jett arrives for his interview, Doyle Freeman knows there’s something not quite right about him, but he never could have expected what happens as the inte...

Aug 23, 202126 min

TPC 207: "Chöd: The Gateway", by Aaron Vlek

Series Finale It’s the end of the road. One thing ends, and another begins. Join Frank on his final caper with The Librarian. Listen in as he goes through his final trials before taking on the role he was destined for. In this series finale, we find out the final fate of the Librarian, The Library, and look to the future. Frank Enfield returns this winter in Cartwright and Enfield Detective Agency, a prequel that reveals how the boys got into the detective game when they work their first case to...

Aug 08, 202152 min

TDiB S1E11: “The Pelt”, by Christi Nogle

Get these episodes ad free! Support the show on Patreon for as little as $3 / month. Welcome back to The Darkness in Between, our interseasonal entertainment, with a dark tale written by Christi Nogle and told by Mary Murphy. Story Summary: In this dark tale, a woman struggles to endure life alone in a decaying mansion and receives some strange mail-order deliveries. Warning: The Wicked Library is a horror fiction podcast created for a mature audience. Our stories contain graphic descriptions of...

Aug 01, 202133 min

TDiB S1E10: "A Feast For Saint Hubert", by Patrick Moody

Get these episodes ad free. Support the show on Patreon for as little as $3 / month. Welcome back to The Darkness in Between, our interseasonal entertainment, with a dark tale written by Patrick Moody and told by Daniel Foytik. A sacred order has been on a mission for centuries, but things may change when a weary elder from the other side decides to visit and offer a truce. Host / Producer / Showrunner: Daniel Foytik | Lead Editor: Scarlett R. Algee | Creative Director: Jeanette Andromeda Custom...

Jul 06, 202135 min

The Wicked Library Presents: The Viridian Wild 1.1 - Snurgle Snort

Today we wanted to present an episode of an audio drama called The Viridian Wild. The show is created by our good friend Davis Walden who has appeared as an author on this show two times so far, hosted last week's Pride Month Celebration Anthology episode, and is our new sound designer on Victoria's Lift. The Viridian Wild follows mythozoologist Sebastian Verwood as he travels the world studying magical creatures. Get more episodes wherever you listen to podcasts or at theviridianwild.com. In th...

Jun 25, 202118 min

TWL PM 2021: Pride Month Horror Special - Eight Wicked Tales

It's our 2021 Pride in Horror Special! For Pride Month we're celebrating LBGTQ+ voices with eight dark tales written by eight amazingly talented queer writers, and presented by TWL alum and author, Davis Walden. Davis is also the creator of the Viridian Wild, an Audio Drama Podcast. For almost every tale we’ve matched a queer voice to the tale to maximize representation "A Little Too Late for Little Green Men", by Hailey Piper - Told by Skylar McElwee An unfriendly encounter at a party for UFO e...

Jun 20, 20212 hr 19 min

TDiB S1E9: "Until There's Nothing Left", by J.A.W. McCarthy

Welcome back to The Darkness in Between, our interseasonal entertainment, with a dark tale written by J.A.W. McCarthy and told by Addison Peacock. A reluctant necromancer struggles to ensure her beloved older sister doesn't end up like all of the other people she has brought back from the dead. Host / Producer / Showrunner: Daniel Foytik | Lead Editor: Scarlett R. Algee | Creative Director: Jeanette Andromeda Executive Producers: Nico Vettese, Scarlett R. Algee, Jeanette Andromeda Get your copy ...

Jun 06, 202131 min

TDiB S1E8: "The Woman Under the Stairs", by Jordan Krom

We present another episode of The Darkness in Between, our interseasonal entertainment, with a dark tale written by Jordan Krom and told by Cynthia Lowman. When it's finally time for her to strike out on her own, Lucy finds what she believes to be her perfect new space - comfy, if a little small. As she's getting settled, though, it becomes clear that her home is not safe and that something wants her gone... Host / Producer / Showrunner: Daniel Foytik | Lead Editor: Scarlett R. Algee | Creative ...

May 23, 202124 min

TDiB S1E7: "If Only a Heart", by Caleb Stephens

We present another episode of The Darkness in Between, our interseasonal entertainment, with a dark tale written by Caleb Stephens and told by Nelson Pyles. A father and daughter take a camping trip to come together after a terrible loss. But, what other terrible loss is required for a father to protect his daughter, and what will be left behind when the choice is made? Host / Producer / Showrunner: Daniel Foytik | Lead Editor: Scarlett R. Algee | Creative Director: Jeanette Andromeda Executive ...

May 09, 202132 min

TPC 206: "The Lady and The Librarian", by Aaron Vlek

While Frank is off on one of the Librarian's capers, Martine and the Librarian take a trip back to a time and place of beginnings. A secret origin is revealed and a future path is chosen. Credits Author: Aaron Vlek Cast: Special Guest Storyteller - Steve Shell (of Old Gods of Appalachia) | Martine - Dana M Lewis | The Librarian - Nelson W. Pyles | Martine - Dana M Lewis | The Librarian - Nelson W. Pyles Music and Score: – Nico Vettese (wetalkofdreams.com) Producer / Showrunner: Daniel Foytik | E...

May 03, 202143 min

TDiB S1E6: "The Genius", by Cristina Noelle

We present another episode of The Darkness in Between, our interseasonal entertainment, with a dark tale written by Cristina Noelle and told by Nelson Pyles. It has been said that to create art, one must suffer. David's recent collection is the talk of the art world and he hopes to repeat and surpass that success with his unconventional way of creating art. Host / Producer / Showrunner: Daniel Foytik | Lead Editor: Scarlett R. Algee | Creative Director: Jeanette Andromeda Executive Producers: Ni...

Apr 25, 202131 min

TDiB S1E5: "Unschooled", by Christi Nogle

We present another episode of The Darkness in Between, our interseasonal entertainment, with a dark tale written by Christi Nogle told by Addison Peacock. When a young girl finds herself in trouble, she runs away from home. She knows her family will be looking for her and understands hiding is the only way to stay safe from their "help". Host / Producer / Showrunner: Daniel Foytik | Lead Editor: Scarlett R. Algee | Artwork: Jeanette Andromeda Executive Producers: Nico Vettese, Scarlett R. Algee,...

Apr 11, 202129 min

TDiB S1E4: "Limbo", by Carl Hughes

We present another episode of The Darkness in Between, our interseasonal entertainment, with a dark tale by Carl Hughes. This time, we join Jud and his for mates as they celebrate a luck break for Jud. Late might drinking and carousing lead to a bus trip where Jud ends up in a place in between and needs to make a choice. Artwork: Jeanette Andromeda | Host / Producer / Showrunner: Daniel Foytik | Lead Editor: Scarlett R. Algee Executive Producers: Nico Vettese, Scarlett R. Algee, Jeanette Androme...

Apr 04, 202131 min

WFT S2E12: The Two Travelers

It's our Season 2 Finale of Wicked Fairy tales so we decided we'd share it with the full audience. To hear 23 other tales from Seasons One and Two and be able to hear Season Three, signup at the $5 a month level at patreon.com/wickedlibrary. This time The Librarian takes notes of "wisdom" from this strange tale of a shoemaker and a tailor who meet on their travels. Original Score by Nico Vettese of We Talk of Dreams. Credits Storyteller: The Librarian | Score: Nico Vettese | Host / Producer / Sh...

Mar 28, 202136 min

TDiB S1E3: "Sea Nettles", by Davis Walden

We present a fresh episode of The Darkness in Between, our interseasonal entertainment, with today's dark tale by Davis Walden. This time, we take a trip to the beach with a young man and his boyfriend. The two have a fun weekend planned as a birthday celebration, but things take a Wicked turn. Told by Daniel Foytik. Brought to you by Magic Spoon: magicspoon.com/wicked Voice of the Librarian: Nelson Pyles | Artwork: Jeanette Andromeda | Host / Producer / Showrunner: Daniel Foytik | Lead Editor: ...

Mar 22, 202132 min

TDiB S1E2: "The Annex", by Lee Andrew Forman

We present the second episode of The Darkness in Between, our interseasonal entertainment, with another tale from Lee Forman. This time, we explore "The Annex" as Stanley, a mental institution patient undergoes an experimental treatment to deal with his dark secret. Voice of the Librarian: Nelson Pyles | Artwork: Jeanette Andromeda | Host / Producer / Showrunner: Daniel Foytik | Lead Editor: Scarlett R. Algee Executive Producers: Cynthia Lowman, Nelson Pyles, Nico Vettese, Scarlett R. Algee, Jea...

Mar 15, 202127 min

TPC 205: “Shiva's Ring, Part Two”, by Aaron Vlek

Shiva's Ring, Part Two Still working undercover at the mining camp, Frank meets another young miner with a story to tell. This time, it's a young man who has a bit of the same gift Frank has. While some secrets are revealed, the mystery deepens until Frank is forced to tangle with a power that has him using all his tools and tricks. Credits Author: Aaron Vlek | Editor: Daniel Foytik | Copy Editor: Scarlett R. Algee Cast: Frank Enfield, Carter Hatchinson - Graham Rowat | The Librarian - Nelson W....

Mar 01, 202137 min

WIHM 2021: Wicked Women in Horror Special - Six Sinister Stories

It's our 2021 Wicked Women in Horror Special! While we celebrate women in horror every month here at The Wicked Library, we're officially celebrating Women in Horror Month with six dark tales written just for us by amazingly talented women writers, and presented by one of our executive producers, Cynthia Lowman. "On a Cold Basement Floor", by Pippa Bailey ~ Told by Erika Sanderson "The Hearing Aid Museum", by Cameron Ulam ~ Told by Jessica McEvoy "Dirt and Iron", by Nora B. Peevy ~ Told by Heath...

Feb 21, 20211 hr 9 min

TDiB S1E1: Two Bloody Valentine Tales by Lee Forman

We kick off our interseasonal entertainment with two fresh tales of Wicked love...and death by from Lee Forman. "The Record of Harold Snyde": A man discovers a special record player and shares his favorite music with his wife and friends. "Birthing the Future": A scientist celebrates the birth of his children with his beloved wives. Told by: Daniel Foytik and Mary Murphy Voice of the Librarian: Nelson Pyles | Artwork: Jeanette Andromeda | Host / Producer / Showrunner: Daniel Foytik | Lead Editor...

Feb 15, 202135 min

TWL Presents, The Grey Rooms S3E1: Venus Fly Trap

Today we present an episode from our friends over at The Grey Rooms (thegreyrooms.com). The Grey Rooms is a weekly horror anthology podcast set within an episodic narrative. Each week the season’s guest is forced to choose between two doors, seeking to unravel the mystery that trapped them in this endless torment. Behind each door, our guests face the extremes of the human condition. They love, live, weep, and die. Over, and over, and over again. Come listen to the show Syfy.com calls, “Tales fr...

Feb 07, 202153 min

TPC 204: “Shiva's Ring, Part One”, by Aaron Vlek

Shiva's Ring, Part One Frank is sent of to locate something called Shiva's Ring, but this time the Librarian doesn't tell him where it is, or even where to find it. While The Librarian is off somewhere unreachable, Frank goes back to his roots and uses his experience to discover the location of Shiva's Ring. He calls in a favor with Martine's brother Maurice. Credits Author: Aaron Vlek | Editor: Daniel Foytik | Copy Editor: Scarlett R. Algee Cast: Frank Enfield - Graham Rowat | The Librarian, Ma...

Jan 31, 202142 min

TWL 1020: "Close Your Mouths and Clench Eyes Tight", by Pippa Bailey

Season Finale! Season 10 comes to an end with another dark tale written just for us by Pippa Bailey. It's the Midnight Mayhem Camp-out and everyone is sharing their scariest stories. A Haitian man shares a very personal and terrifying tale about when he was a boy and came face-to-face with majik, voodoo, and the Gunny Sack Man in a tale he calls "Haitian Graffiti and Tonton Macoute". Told by: Guy Fortt Custom Score: Nico Vettese Voice of the Librarian: Nelson Pyles | Artwork: Jeanette Andromeda ...

Jan 11, 202154 min

TPC 203: "Rook's Folly", by Aaron Vlek

Rook's Folly Frank has been through many changes while serving the Librarian, now, his most recent transformation is complete, and he fully embraces his new form and leaves parts of himself behind as he moves toward his ultimate future. Join Frank as shares the details of his latest caper with the Librarian and his best girl Martine. A cosmic contest between two halves of the same whole is very evident in this latest journey to the other side of the street. Credits Author: Aaron Vlek | Editor: D...

Dec 27, 202047 min

TWL 1019: Christmassacre 2020 - Algee, Lane, McHugh, Pyles, Hale

It's time for our annual Christmassacre episode. This year we bring you 5 dark tales to bring some cold, dark fear to your Yuletide Celebration. "Purple and Pall", by Scarlet R. Algee, told by Daniel Foytik and scored by Nico Vettese. "The Most Wonderful Time of the Year", by Michelle Renee Lane, told by Dana M Lewis, and scored by Nico Vettese. "Let Nothing You Dismay", by Jessica McHugh, told by Heather Thomas, and scored by Nico Vettese. "Have Yourself", by Nelson Pyles, told by Cynthia Lowma...

Dec 24, 20201 hr 28 min

TWL 1018: "How I Became a Professional Liar", by Angela Yuriko Smith

Season 10 brings you another dark tale written just for us by Angela Yuriko Smith. A woman born with a strange condition relates how she became one of the most popular women in her small town and developed her special skills. Told by: Sarah Ruth Thomas Custom Score: Nico Vettese Voice of the Librarian: Nelson Pyles | Artwork: Jeanette Andromeda | Host / Producer / Showrunner: Daniel Foytik | Executive Producers: Cynthia Lowman, Nelson Pyles, Nico Vettese, Scarlett R. Algee Lead Editor: Scarlett ...

Dec 14, 202057 min

TWL 1017: "Hotel Rosella", by Barbara Jean Savoie

Season 10 brings you another dark tale written just for us. Jenny, a woman in her early 30s who suffers from a severe, untreated panic disorder is driving cross-country to enjoy a vacation with her friend. When a storm forces her to pull over and wait it out, she's thrown into a situation where a strange reality from another time overlaps our own. Told by: Mary Murphy Custom Score: Nico Vettese Voice of the Librarian: Nelson W. Pyles | Artwork: Jeanette Andromeda | Host / Producer / Showrunner: ...

Nov 30, 20201 hr 6 min
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