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Encounters with Supernatural Beings: 10 Weird Tales

"A collection of horror stories concerning figures and shapes of a particularly unnatural nature. Contents: The Underbody by Allison V. Harding (Weird Tales 1949) 'A thing that was not a man, yet could not be anything else...' Mr. Sliggins by Gary Gordon (HorrorBabble 2022) 'A boy has an encounter with the so-called Mr. Sliggins.' The Eighth Green Man by G. G. Pendarves (Weird Tales 1928) 'An uncanny horror befell the guests of the innkeeper when the Green Men held their revels.' The Thing from the Barrens by Jim Kjelgaard (Weird Tales 1945) 'A strange entity makes its way into a small town in Northern Canada.' The Pale Man by Julius Long (Weird Tales 1934) 'The eccentric behaviour of a strange guest in a country hotel.' The Marmot by Allison V. Harding (Weird Tales 1944) 'Such a harmless looking tiny creature—but animals possess strange abilities beyond our ken!' Rainman by Ian Gordon (HorrorBabble 2024) 'A police officer investigates the mysterious death of a youngster.' The Shingler by E. L. Wright (Weird Tales 1941) 'Next time you have work done on your house, be sure you don't get the Shingler!' The Ninth Skeleton by Clark Ashton Smith (Weird Tales 1928) 'A bizarre encounter with a procession of skeletons.' The Damned Thing by Ambrose Bierce (New York Town Topics 1893) 'A hunter confronts an unseen creature beyond human perception.'"

Allison V. Harding, Clark Ashton Smith, G. G. Pendarves, Ian Gordon, Julius Long (Author), Ian Gordon (Narrator)

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Horror at the Poles: 5 Numbing Nightmares

"These terrifying tales will take you to the very brink of madness, in the remote, bleak and ominous wastes of Earth's polar regions. Contents: Ghost by Henry Kuttner (Astounding Science-Fiction 1943) 'An attempted exorcism at a centre of science in Antarctica.' The Republic of the Southern Cross by Valery Bryusov (1906) 'A disastrous epidemic in a supposed Antarctic utopia.' The Ice-Demon by Clark Ashton Smith (Weird Tales 1933) 'A hunter who seeks to plunder jewels from a glacial tomb.' The Moonstone Mass by Harriet Prescott Spofford (Harper's Magazine 1868) 'An attempt to cross the Northwest Passage results in a series of unusual events.' Prunes by C. P. Howard (HorrorBabble 2024) 'The water between the lighthouse and the island started to freeze, and the lone watchman looked on in horror.'"

C. P. Howard, Clark Ashton Smith, Valery Bryusov (Author), Ian Gordon (Narrator)

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Underworlds: 5 Tenebrous Terrors

"Under the surface we go, into hidden worlds of horror and madness... Contents: Subterranea by W. Elwyn Backus (Weird Tales 1931) 'A strange land lying several miles beneath the Egyptian Pyramids.' Caverns of Horror by Laurence Manning (Wonder Stories 1934) 'Well, then, how about devils? Might they really exist down below?' The People of the Pit by A. Merritt (All-Story Weekly 1918) 'A man's return from a terrifying voyage into the depths of the Earth.' The Secret of Lost Valley by Robert E. Howard (Startling Mystery Stories 1967) 'There in the depths of Ghost Cave, he heard the dragging footsteps of the man he had just killed...' Lost in a Pyramid; or, The Mummy's Curse by Louisa May Alcott (The New World 1869) 'An encounter with something ancient under the Great Pyramid of Giza.'"

A. Merritt, Robert E. Howard, W. Elwyn Backus (Author), Ian Gordon (Narrator)

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WEIRD TALES: 100 Essential Stories of Horror, Fantasy and the Supernatural

"Between 1923 and 1954, Weird Tales magazine shaped the landscape of modern horror, fantasy, and science fiction. It was the crucible of cosmic terror, sword-and-sorcery, and supernatural fiction, a publication that launched the careers of some of the twentieth century’s most enduring genre writers. WEIRD TALES presents a carefully curated selection of standout stories from the magazine’s golden age. This anthology brings together a wide spectrum of speculative fiction, ranging from mythic fantasy and Gothic mystery to tales of metaphysical horror and existential dread. Included are key works by foundational figures such as H. P. Lovecraft, Clark Ashton Smith, and Robert E. Howard, alongside stories by lesser-known (but no less compelling) contributors. Together, these works reflect the evolving anxieties of the early twentieth century: fears of science and progress, the collapse of known realities, and humanity’s uncertain place in a vast, indifferent cosmos. To better highlight the thematic richness of the material, the anthology is divided into twelve distinct sections, each with its own introduction: Cosmic Horror (divided over 3 of the 12 sections), Caverns & Ghouls, Fantasy Realms, Haunted & Cursed, Monsters & Spectres, Mysteries & Rituals, Science & Body Horror, Sea & Polar Horror, Vampires & Werewolves, Weird Wilderness Organized to reflect both thematic range and literary influence, this volume offers listeners a unique opportunity to explore the DNA of modern genre fiction in its raw, original form. Whether approached as a historical archive, a collection of literary curiosities, or a gallery of timeless nightmares, WEIRD TALES is an indispensable addition to the library of any serious reader of the weird, the fantastic, or the macabre."

Clark Ashton Smith, H.P. Lovecraft, Robert E. Howard (Author), Ian Gordon (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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The Hyperborean Cycle

"The Hyperborean Cycle is a series of short stories by Clark Ashton Smith that take place in the fictional prehistoric setting of Hyperborea. The stories were first published between 1931 and 1958, by magazines such as Strange Tales of Mystery and Terror, and Weird Tales. Consisting of 10 stories: The Tale of Satampra Zeiros 'The story of a thief and his companion in search of treasure in the former capital of Hyperborea.' The Door to Saturn 'Beyond sea and sky the wizard Eibon pursues his outlandish wanderings.' The Weird of Avoosl Wuthoqquan 'A fantastic tale of two magnificent emeralds and how they returned to the vampiric entity that owned them.' The Testament of Athammaus 'The state executioner's story of an incredible monstrosity that struck terror to an entire city.' The Ice-Demon 'The story of a hunter who seeks to plunder jewels from a glacial tomb.' Ubbo-Sathla 'The tale of a man, who, in a state of trance, ventures back to the very beginning of time, where he encounters the primal one, Ubbo-Sathla.' The White Sybil 'He knew that he had seen the White Sybil, that mysterious being who was rumored to come and go as if by some preterhuman agency in the cities of Hyperborea.' The Seven Geases 'The story of a huntsman's adventures in the strange caverns of the Tsathoggua worshippers, the Voormis.' The Coming of the White Worm 'The tale concerns the victim of a monstrous entity’s scourge, and his quest to unravel the secret of the beast.' The Theft of the Thirty-Nine Girdles 'The thief Satampra Zeiros hunts for sacred treasure.'"

Clark Ashton Smith (Author), Ian Gordon (Narrator)

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The Willows

"First published in 1907, Algernon Blackwood’s The Willows is widely regarded as one of the greatest supernatural tales ever written—a masterpiece of cosmic dread and quiet terror. Two friends, journeying by canoe along the remote Danube River, find themselves marooned on a small, shifting island where the wind whispers through the willows with a voice not of this world. As the river swells and the landscape seems to breathe, they come to suspect that the wilderness itself is alive—and aware of them."

Algernon Blackwood (Author), Ian Gordon (Narrator)

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The Mars Cycle

"The Mars Cycle comprises Clark Ashton Smith's four sci-fi horror stories concerning the red planet: The Vaults of Yoh-Vombis (Weird Tales, May 1932) A group of explorers on Mars venture into the subterranean passages of a long-abandoned city ... with unfortunate consequences. The Dweller in the Gulf (Wonder Stories, March 1933) Three earthmen explore a mysterious cave system on Mars... Vulthoom (Weird Tales, September 1935) Two Earthmen on Mars find themselves trapped in the heart of a vast, underground city... Seedling of Mars (Wonder Stories Quarterly, Fall 1931) A great Martian being makes first contact with the human race..."

Clark Ashton Smith (Author), Ian Gordon (Narrator)

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Weird Wilderness Stories: Volume 2

"A second collection of strange stories that take place in the oft weird and wonderful great outdoors. Contents: The Ash-tree by M. R. James A cursed estate hides horror in the ash tree outside. The Sunken Land by George W. Bayly A strange expedition leads deep into Canada's mysterious, forgotten interior. The Interlopers by Saki Two bitter enemies meet fate beneath stormy Carpathian trees. The Haunted Wood of Adoure by Elliott O'Donnell Ghostly forces stir in a shunned French woodland. A Neighbour's Landmark by M. R. James Removing a cursed boundary stone invites terrifying consequences. It All Came True in the Woods by M. W. Wellman Spoken words become flesh in the haunted woods of Amasookit. The Ordeal of Wooden-Face by Hal K. Wells A ghostly reunion ignites buried memories—and something more disturbing. Church in the Jungles by Arthur J. Burks A jungle church reveals a discovery both sacred and terrifying. Decay by J. C. Moore Among dying trees, Mr. Cotter senses something unnatural unfolding. The Vengeance of a Tree by E. F. Lewis A wrongly accused man returns through the limbs of vengeance."

E. F. Lewis, Elliott O'Donnell, J. C. Moore, M.R. James, Saki (Author), Ian Gordon (Narrator)

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HorrorBabble's BODY HORROR

"From creeping limbs to cursed flesh, HorrorBabble's BODY HORROR is a nightmarish journey into the terror of living tissue turned against itself. This collection of ten twisted tales explores the limits of the human form, featuring eldritch parasites, vengeful lovers, metamorphic nightmares, and stories from the darkest corners of the weird fiction tradition. Contents: Tentacles by Ian Gordon (HorrorBabble, 2020) The strange disappearance of a paranormal investigator. Lukundoo by Edward Lucas White (Weird Tales, November 1925) An explorer suffers a witch doctor’s horrifying curse in the African wilderness. The Tree-Men of M'Bwa by Donald Wandrei (Weird Tales, February 1932) Strange transformations and monstrous growths in the heart of Africa. The Parasitic Hand by R. Anthony (Weird Tales, November 1926) A man grows a second, malevolent hand beneath his arm. It Will Grow On You by Donald Wandrei (Esquire Magazine, April 1942) A cursed wound sprouts a miniature, living woman from his leg. The Living Eyes by Justin Dowling (Weird Tales, May 1953) Mrs. Weir might die; her eyes would live forever. Dread Exile by Paul Ernst (Strange Tales, June 1932) A grotesque outcast warns of terrifying, unbelievable truths. Something Toothsome by Arthur J. Burks (Weird Tales, March 1926) A weird crime—and a hideously deformed face. The Drone by A. Merritt (Fantasy Magazine, September 1934) The tale explores two rather unusual cases of metamorphosis. Cleanup on Aisle 22 by Ian Gordon (HorrorBabble, 2019) A supermarket mishap triggers a grotesque and uncanny transformation."

A. Merritt, Donald Wandrei, Edward Lucas White, Ian Gordon, Paul Ernst (Author), Ian Gordon, Jennifer Gordon (Narrator)

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Dark Tales of Mystery & Suspense: Volume 2: Another 15 Weird Thrillers

"A second collection of those intriguing thrillers that keep us on the edge of our seats. Contents: The Look by Maurice Level A husband and wife commit a terrible, haunting crime together. Guarded by Mearle Prout A mountain murder unleashes deadly, unforeseen consequences. The Gong Ringers by Hasan Vokine Travellers fall into a deadly trap set by unlikely suspects. An Unnatural Feud by Norman Douglas A mother and son share a deeply toxic, destructive bond. The Boarded Window by Ambrose Bierce A widower’s lonely death hides whispers of something unspeakable. A Terribly Strange Bed by Wilkie Collins A rigged gambling den traps a tourist in a murderous scheme. The Furnished Room by O. Henry A new tenant searches for a vanished woman—and finds despair. The Night They Crashed the Party by Robert Bloch Guests expecting wrestling witness something disturbingly real on live television. August Heat by W. F. Harvey Two strangers meet—linked by fate, fear, and a gravestone. The Hand by Guy de Maupassant A severed hand may be behind its owner's murder. Dread Summons by Paul Ernst A scream reveals a dreadful, otherworldly call has been answered. Grotesquerie by Harold Lawlor A strange newcomer hides in the shadows of a haunted house. A Question of Identity by Robert Bloch Trapped and transformed, a mind reels with unanswerable questions. The Fearsome Touch of Death by Robert E. Howard A man spends the night with a corpse—and something else. Night and Silence by Maurice Level They seemed to personify Age, Night and Silence."

Ambrose Bierce, Harold Lawlor, Maurice Level, Mearle Prout, Robert E. Howard, W. F. Harvey, Wilkie Collins (Author), Ian Gordon (Narrator)

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The Thing on the Doorstep: A Cthulhu Mythos Story

"'The Thing on the Doorstep' is a Cthulhu Mythos story by H. P. Lovecraft, first published in the January 1937 edition of Weird Tales Magazine. In this dark tale of possession and forbidden sorcery, Lovecraft explores the terrifying limits of identity, agency, and the human soul. Told through the testimony of Daniel Upton, the story recounts the tragic and horrifying fate of his closest friend, Edward Derby—a man drawn into a sinister marriage with Asenath Waite, a woman steeped in the occult traditions of the shadowed New England town of Innsmouth."

H.P. Lovecraft (Author), Ian Gordon (Narrator)

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