Audiobooks by Robert Bloch

1900 - 1939 Science Fiction 4 - 18 Classic Science Fiction Short Stories by H. P. Lovecraft, Robert E. Howard, Jack Williamson, John W. Campbell, Robert Bloch and more: Strange Signals, Alien Terrors, And Forgotten Masterpieces From Early Science Fiction

"1900 - 1939 Science Fiction 4 - 18 Classic Science Fiction Short Stories by H. P. Lovecraft, Robert E. Howard, Jack Williamson, John W. Campbell, Robert Bloch and more - The Night Wire by H. F. Arnold - Two Black Bottles by H. P. Lovecraft - The Broken Axiom by Alfred Bester - The Dream Snake by Robert E. Howard - The Abominations of Yondo by Clark Ashton Smith - The Mirrors of Tuzune Thune by Robert E. Howard - The Horror in the Hold by Frank Belknap Long - Shadow World by Ray Cummings - The Meteor Girl by Jack Williamson - The Curious Experience of Thomas Dunbar by Francis Stevens - The Last Evolution by John W. Campbell - The Grip of Death by Robert Bloch - The Shambler From the Stars by Robert Bloch - World's End by Henry Kuttner - Helen O'Loy by Lester Del Rey - The Ultimate Problem by Victor Rousseau - The Hounds of Tindalos by Frank Belknap Long - Salvage in Space by Jack Williamson"

Alfred Bester, Clark Ashton Smith, Francis Stevens, Frank Belknap Long, H. F. Arnold, H.P. Lovecraft, Henry Kuttner, Jack Williamson, John W. Campbell, Lester Del Rey, Ray Cummings, Robert Bloch, Robert E. Howard, Victor Rousseau (Author), Scott Miller (Narrator)

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Vintage Sci-Fi 24 - 22 Science Fiction Short Stories from Philip José Farmer, Lester Del Rey, Robert Bloch, Frederik Pohl, Michael Shaara and more: Alien Visitors, Deadly Missions, And Strange Experiments From The Golden Age Of Vintage Science Fiction

"Vintage Sci-Fi 24 - 22 Science Fiction Short Stories from Philip José Farmer, Lester Del Rey, Robert Bloch, Frederik Pohl, Michael Shaara and more - The Shambler From the Stars by Robert Bloch - The Cold Equations by Tom Godwin - The Tunnel Under the World by Frederik Pohl - Martian Homecoming by Frank Belknap Long - The Vegans Were Curious by Winston Marks - The Wounded by Philip José Farmer - An Eye for the Ladies by Stephen Marlowe - Death Walks on Mars by Alan J. Ramm - We're Off to Mars by Joe Gibson - They Reached for the Moon by William Oberfield - Last Resort by Stephen Bartholomew - Keepers of the House by Lester Del Rey - The Invader by Alfred Coppel - Some Like it Cold by Dave Dryfoos - The Worlds of Joe Shannon by Frank M. Robinson - Thompson's Cat by Robert Moore Williams - The Big Tick by Ross Rocklynne - Peacemaker by Alan E. Nourse - The Age of Kindness by Arthur Sellings - Zeritsky's Law by Ann Griffith - Up For Renewal by Lucius Daniel - Citizen Jell by Michael Shaara"

Alan E. Nourse, Alan J. Ramm, Alfred Coppel, Ann Griffith, Arthur Sellings, Dave Dryfoos, Frank Belknap Long, Frank M. Robinson, Frederik Pohl, Joe Gibson, Lester Del Rey, Lucius Daniel, Michael Shaara, Philip José Farmer, Robert Bloch, Robert Moore Williams, Ross Rocklynne, Stephen Bartholomew, Stephen Marlowe, Tom Godwin, William Oberfield (Author), Scott Miller (Narrator)

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The Feast in the Abbey

"More classic horror narrations on Jonathan's YouTube channel: https://www.youtube.com/@JonathanDunneHorrorAudiobooks Title: The Feast in the Abbey Author: Robert Bloch Narrator: Jonathan Dunne Original Publication: 1935 Public Domain: Yes Series: Timeless Terrors Number: 111 Description: The Feast in the Abbey is a grim and atmospheric tale of monastic corruption, forbidden rites, and creeping supernatural dread. Set in a remote medieval abbey shrouded in secrecy, the story follows a devout monk who begins to suspect that something profoundly unholy festers beneath the pious rituals of his brethren. Whispers echo through candlelit corridors, forbidden books circulate in shadow, and strange preparations are made for a feast unlike any sanctioned by the Church. As the night of the gathering approaches, sacred vows give way to blasphemous ceremony. What begins as uneasy suspicion grows into mounting horror when the narrator discovers the true nature of the abbey’s hidden devotion — an allegiance not to heaven, but to darker, older powers that hunger for tribute. Bloch’s prose drips with gothic atmosphere: crumbling stone cloisters, guttering tapers, echoing chants, and the suffocating weight of spiritual decay. Beneath the medieval setting lies a deeper theme — the terror of corrupted faith and the peril of secret knowledge guarded behind holy walls. Narrated by Amazon-bestselling horror author Jonathan Dunne, this performance captures the oppressive atmosphere and mounting dread of Bloch’s dark vision. The Feast in the Abbey remains a haunting excursion into cloistered horror, where sanctity masks sacrilege and the feast is prepared not for man alone."

Robert Bloch (Author), Jonathan Dunne (Narrator)

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The Secret of the Tomb

"More classic horror narrations on Jonathan's YouTube channel: https://www.youtube.com/@JonathanDunneHorrorAudiobooks Title: The Secret of the Tomb Author: Robert Bloch Narrator: Jonathan Dunne Original Publication: 1935 Public Domain: Yes Series: Timeless Terrors Number: 113 Description: The Secret of the Tomb is a dark tale of obsession, ancestral legacy, and creeping supernatural dread. The story follows a young man who becomes fixated on the history of his family estate and the mysterious tomb that lies upon the grounds. As he delves deeper into the past, he uncovers disturbing revelations tied to his lineage — secrets long buried but not entirely dormant. What begins as curiosity slowly transforms into psychological unease, as strange impulses and uncanny experiences blur the line between inherited madness and something far more sinister. With mounting tension and a suffocating atmosphere, Robert Bloch crafts a narrative steeped in Gothic horror and cosmic suggestion. Beneath the surface lies a meditation on identity, destiny, and the inescapable pull of blood and heritage. Narrated by Amazon bestselling horror author Jonathan Dunne, this performance captures the mounting dread and claustrophobic intensity of Bloch’s early weird fiction."

Robert Bloch (Author), Jonathan Dunne (Narrator)

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The Grip of Death: A Crime That Would Not Let Go

"Luke Holland believes he is trapped—financially, emotionally, and spiritually—in the rotting house of his reclusive uncle. Convinced the old man is practicing dark rites and certain that murder is justified, Luke prepares a perfect crime that will free him from fear, poverty, and dependence. But the house has been listening. Ancient rituals, locked rooms, and strange knowledge collide as Luke discovers that not all vengeance ends with a heartbeat. What follows is a terrifying descent into consequences that cannot be escaped, even by death. Robert Bloch was one of the most influential voices in twentieth-century speculative fiction, blending psychological terror with sharp irony and dark imagination. Best known today for Psycho, Bloch was a protégé of H. P. Lovecraft and a master at exploring fear rooted not in monsters alone, but in the human mind. Throughout his career, Bloch wrote hundreds of stories that bridged science fiction, horror, and the macabre, often exposing the fragile boundary between reason and obsession. The Grip Of Death stands as a powerful example of his ability to turn moral certainty into existential dread."

Robert Bloch (Author), Scott Miller (Narrator)

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The Shambler From the Stars: Forbidden Knowledge Has a Price

"In The Shambler From The Stars, Robert Bloch delivers a gripping tale of ambition gone astray, where a young writer’s hunger for originality draws him toward ancient texts, forbidden lore, and whispers of powers beyond human comprehension. What begins as an intellectual quest soon becomes a descent into unseen realms, as curiosity pushes past fear and caution is cast aside in pursuit of creative greatness. As the narrator and his learned friend uncover secrets buried for centuries, the cost of knowledge reveals itself in terrifying ways. Bloch blends cosmic dread with psychological intensity, crafting a story where unseen forces press against the fragile boundaries of reality, and where a single invocation changes everything forever. Robert Bloch was one of the defining voices of twentieth-century speculative fiction, known for blending horror, science fiction, and psychological tension with sharp prose and relentless pacing. A protégé and correspondent of H. P. Lovecraft, Bloch absorbed cosmic horror’s vast themes and reshaped them into tightly focused, character-driven narratives. Though many know him as the author of Psycho, Bloch’s earlier weird fiction laid the groundwork for modern cosmic and psychological horror. His stories explore obsession, forbidden curiosity, and the fragile nature of sanity—making The Shambler From The Stars one of his most enduring and influential early works."

Robert Bloch (Author), Scott Miller (Narrator)

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50 Vintage Sci-Fi Short Stories 10: More Than 25 Hours of Classic Science Fiction: Legendary Authors. Timeless Stories. Endless Imagination.

"50 Vintage Sci-Fi Short Stories 10: More Than 25 Hours of Classic Science Fiction Step into the golden age of imagination with 50 Vintage Sci-Fi Short Stories 10. Featuring more than 25 hours of classic science fiction, this extraordinary collection brings together fifty unforgettable tales from the visionary authors who helped shape one of the world’s most beloved genres. Blast off on daring space missions, encounter mysterious alien civilizations, unravel cosmic mysteries and witness astonishing scientific discoveries. Every story offers a new adventure filled with imagination, suspense and unforgettable ideas that have stood the test of time. This anthology features legendary authors including Arthur C. Clarke, H. G. Wells, Robert Silverberg, Fritz Leiber, Robert Bloch, Harry Harrison, H. P. Lovecraft and Mary Shelley, alongside many remarkable writers whose stories deserve to be rediscovered by a new generation of science fiction fans. Inside you’ll discover thrilling space adventures, strange creatures, unforgettable first-contact encounters, ingenious inventions, thought-provoking moral dilemmas and atmospheric tales that continue to captivate readers and listeners decades after they were first written. Whether you’re a lifelong fan of classic science fiction or exploring these timeless stories for the first time, each adventure stands on its own while together creating an unforgettable journey through vintage science fiction’s most imaginative era. Rediscover why these classics continue to inspire. Fifty stories. More than 25 hours of unforgettable adventures. Endless imagination awaits in 50 Vintage Sci-Fi Short Stories 10."

A. E. van Vogt, A. H. Gibson, Alfred Bester, Alfred Connable, Arthur C. Clarke, Beta McGavin, Brian W. Aldiss, Clark Ashton Smith, Edward Page Mitchell, Elisabeth R. Lewis, Francis Stevens, Frank Belknap Long, Frank M. Robinson, Fritz Leiber, Gene L. Henderson, H. F. Arnold, H.G. Wells, H.P. Lovecraft, Harry Harrison, Henry Kuttner, Jack Sharkey, Jack Williamson, James Blish, James S. Bell, John W. Campbell Jr., Manly Wade Wellman, Mary Wollstonecraft Shelley, Michael Shaara, Morton Klass, Nelson S. Bond, Ray Cummings, Richard R. Smith, Robert Bloch, Robert E. Howard, Robert Sheckley, Robert Silverberg, Roger D. Aycock, Ron Goulart, Thomas S. Gardiner, Tom Godwin, Victoria Lincoln, William Bender Jr. (Author), Scott Miller (Narrator)

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Vintage Sci-Fi 23 - 21 Classic Science Fiction Short Stories from Arthur C. Clarke, Mary Shelley, Nelson S. Bond, Edward Page Mitchell,Fritz Leiber, Robert E. Howard and more: Adventures, Mysteries, and Imagination Beyond the Stars

"Vintage Sci-Fi 23 — Twenty-One Classic Science Fiction Short Stories Step back into the golden age of imagination — where explorers touched distant worlds, machines challenged humanity, and the impossible felt within reach. Vintage Sci-Fi 23 brings together twenty-one powerful tales from legendary voices who shaped the genre and inspired generations. This remarkable collection spans eerie mysteries, bold ideas, and breathtaking adventure. Travel across alien landscapes, witness strange experiments, and encounter forces far beyond human control. Discover pioneers such as Mary Shelley, Arthur C. Clarke, Robert E. Howard, Fritz Leiber, and more — authors whose visions helped define what science fiction could be. These stories remind us why classic sci-fi endures: curiosity, danger, discovery, and the thrill of the unknown. - The Scientific Pioneer by Nelson S. Bond - The Mirrors of Tuzun Thune by Robert E. Howard - Transformation by Mary Shelley - The Monsters Came by Night by Robert Silverberg - The Horror in the Hold by Frank Belknap Long - The Man Without a Body by Edward Page Mitchell - What's He Doing in There by Fritz Leiber - Shadow World by Ray Cummings - The Other One by A. H. Gibson - The Meteor Girl by Jack Williamson - Know Thy Neighbor by Elisabeth R. Lewis - The Nine Billion Names of God by Arthur C. Clarke - The Last Weapon by Robert Sheckley - The Holes by Michael Shaara - Conquest Over Time by Michael Shaara - The Curious Experience of Thomas Dunbar by Francis Stevens - The Last Evolution by John W. Campbell Jr. - The Homesteader by James Blish - Day of Reckoning by Morton Klass - The Grip of Death by Robert Bloch - First Landing by Roger D. Aycock"

A. H. Gibson, Arthur C. Clarke, Edward Page Mitchell, Elisabeth R. Lewis, Francis Stevens, Frank Belknap Long, Fritz Leiber, Jack Williamson, James Blish, John W. Campbell, Jr., Mary Wollstonecraft Shelley, Michael Shaara, Morton Klass, Nelson S. Bond, Ray Cummings, Robert Bloch, Robert E. Howard, Robert Sheckley, Robert Silverberg, Roger D. Aycock (Author), Scott Miller (Narrator)

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This Crowded Earth

"This audiobook is narrated by a digital voice. This Crowded Earth is a taut and compelling story about an all too possible future. Earth is overcrowded and its resources are being taxed to the limit. The government has a desperate plan, but will it work and at what price? By the author of Psycho and Yours Truly, Jack the Ripper."

Robert Bloch (Author), Digital Voice Martin G (Narrator)

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HorrorBabble's WEREWOLVES: 10 Tales of the Beast Within

"From the blood-soaked pages of Weird Tales Magazine and beyond come these chilling accounts of transformation, terror, and the beast within. HorrorBabble’s WEREWOLVES gathers a pack of classic lycanthropic tales from masters of the macabre including Robert Bloch, Robert Barbour Johnson, Manly Wade Wellman, and Henry S. Whitehead. Among the stories, a doomed spacefarer discovers that the curse of the wolf knows no bounds of time or place. A couple stranded amid the windswept desolation of the North York Moors comes to suspect they are not alone in the snow. In a tragic, haunting vision, a slim white shape runs with a wolf-pack over the frozen wastes—half human, half beast, and wholly damned. And a tender-hearted woman named Lupa Dzarkas hides a monstrous secret that ends in horror."

H. L. Thomson, Henry S. Whitehead, Ian Gordon, M. W. Wellman, Robert Bloch (Author), Ian Gordon (Narrator)

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[German] - Psycho: von Robert Bloch. Gelesen von Jens Wawrczeck. Verfilmt von Alfred Hitchcock

"Robert Blochs Roman erschien 1959 und wurde im selben Jahr von Hitchcock verfilmt. Er erzählt die Geschichte von Norman Bates. Ein Jungeselle, 40 Jahre alt, der allein mit seiner Mutter wohnt, die ihn immer noch 'Junge' nennt und die genaue Vorstellungen von seinem Leben hat. Ihrer Meinung nach hätte er auch gar nicht den Mumm, ein eigenes zu führen. Die Bates' betreiben ein Motel, in das sich kaum mehr Gäste verirren. Doch eines Nachts steht Mary Crane vor der Tür. Sie ist auf dem Weg zu ihrem Verlobten Sam – mit 40.000 Dollar, die sie eigentlich für ihre Firma zur Bank bringen sollte. Norman serviert ihr Abendessen, Mutter liegt bereits im Bett. Als Mary im Anschluss eine Dusche nimmt, passiert die Katastrophe: Mutter hat wieder einen ihrer Anfälle …"

Robert Bloch (Author), Jens Wawrczeck (Narrator)

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HorrorBabble's Subterranean Terror Volume 2: 10 More Tales of the Underground

"A second collection of horror stories set in shadowy caverns, crypts, and other undesirable hollows. Contents: Hey, You Down There! by Harold Rolseth (Yankee, 1971) A peculiar discovery at the bottom of a dried up old well. One Chance by Ethel Helene Coen (Weird Tales, 1935) Flash fiction. Return to Death by J. Wesley Rosenquest (Weird Tales, 1936) A brief tale about the ghastly horror that befell the man in the coffin. The Grave by Orville R. Emerson (Weird Tales, 1923) A soldier finds himself buried alive in Flanders. The Tunnel by John Metcalfe (Outlook, 1925) A man spends years digging a tunnel to freedom. He Waits Beneath the Sea by Robert Bloch (Strange Stories, 1939) Trapped at the bottom of the ocean, a man fights a terrible menace. Terror Under Eridu by Malcolm Ferguson (Weird Tales, 1949) Beware of the lidded gastropod! The Statement of Randolph Carter by H. P. Lovecraft (The Vagrant, 1920) The strange disappearance of a man in an ancient graveyard. The Chuckler by Donald Wandrei (Fantasy Magazine, 1934) Flash fiction. The Dwellers Under the Tombs by Robert E. Howard (Lost Fantasies 4, 1976) A horrifying descent into a subterranean labyrinth."

Donald Wandrei, H.P. Lovecraft, John Metcalfe, Robert Bloch, Robert E. Howard (Author), Ian Gordon (Narrator)

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Audiobooks by Robert Bloch

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