The Wicked Library

For the debut episode of Talking Wicked, Meg Hafdahl visits the Library to talk about last week's story Episode 901: "The Barren" as adapted from the story as published in The Lift: Nine Stories of Transformation, Volume One. Available now on Amazon.com in print and Kindle.We also discuss Meg's upcoming work, Daughters of Darkness - the sequel to Her Dark Inheritance, as well as her first non-fiction book, The Science of Monsters, which she coauthored with her best friend. And, we spend time talking about her podcast Horror Rewind, her thoughts on writing horror as a modern woman, and how long she identified with Joe in "You".Host / Producer / Showrunner: Daniel FoytikGet your copy of The Lift, 9 Stories of Transformation Volume One on Kindle, or in print. Visit victoriaslift.com/read to get your copy today.The Wicked Library is created by 9th Story Studios LLC: www.9thstory.comAudio program ©2025 – 9th Story Studios LLC. All Rights Reserved.No reproduction or use of this content is permitted without the express written consent of 9th Story Studios LLC. The copyrights for stories are held by the respective authors.Main Theme: “The Library Awakens” Nico VetteseFinal Audio Mix: Daniel Foytik, 9th Story Studios LLCzFX: freesound.orgProduced by: Daniel FoytikHosted by: Daniel Foytik

Savannah is desperate to have a baby. When a haughty woman from her past flaunts her own fertility, Savannah starts down a dark path. Can an encounter with a young girl who is much more than she seems keep Savannah from making a choice she'll regret?This story features Victoria from our sister show, The Lift. Today's story was adapted from "The Barren" as published in The Lift: Nine Stories of Transformation, Volume One. Available now on Amazon.com in print and Kindle. Storytellers: Jessica McEvoy and Amber CollinsThe Wicked Library is created by 9th Story Studios LLC: www.9thstory.comAudio program ©2025 – 9th Story Studios LLC. All Rights Reserved.No reproduction or use of this content is permitted without the express written consent of 9th Story Studios LLC. The copyrights for stories are held by the respective authors.Main Theme: “The Library Awakens” Nico VetteseFinal Audio Mix: Daniel Foytik, 9th Story Studios LLCzFX: freesound.orgProduced by: Daniel FoytikHosted by: Daniel Foytik

For our 2018 Christmas Special, we present the return of Geoffrey Sykes Vermillion, first appearing in the Parsec Award Finalist episode, "The Case of the Black Lodge" in season 8.In today's dark tale, you'll met Audrey Hawkwoode, the young protegee of Geoffrey Sykes Vermillion. When Audrey returns home for the Christmas Holiday, she learns something is not quite right, and calls her upon her mentor for urgent help in solving the matter.CreditsAuthor: Aaron Vlek | Cast: Mary Murphy, as Audrey Hawkwoode | David Ault, as Geoffrey Sykes Vermillion | Daniel Foytik, as James and Sydney Hawkwoode | Nelson W. Pyles, as Mr. Hawkwoode | Heather Thomas, as Mrs. HawkwoodeVoice of the Librarian: Nelson W. PylesCustom Score: Nico Vettese | Artwork: Jeanette Andromeda | Host / Producer / Showrunner: Daniel Foytik | Executive Producers: Cynthia Lowman, Nelson W. PylesGet your copy of The Lift, 9 Stories of Transformation Volume One on Kindle, or in print. Visit victoriaslift.com/read to get your copy today.The Wicked Library is created by 9th Story Studios LLC: www.9thstory.comAudio program ©2025 – 9th Story Studios LLC. All Rights Reserved.No reproduction or use of this content is permitted without the express written consent of 9th Story Studios LLC. The copyrights for stories are held by the respective authors.Main Theme: “The Library Awakens” Nico VetteseFinal Audio Mix: Daniel Foytik, 9th Story Studios LLCzFX: freesound.orgProduced by: Daniel FoytikHosted by: Daniel Foytik

The final episode of Season 8 is a festively Wicked collection of seven dark tales by six Wicked Library Alum authors."Sugar Plums" by Scarlet R. Algee. Told by Mary Murphy, as Catherine."Naughty or Nice" by Miracle Austin. Told by Nichole Goodnight, as Drusella."Silent Night" by Lee A. Forman. Told by Nelson W. Pyles, as Fred."Oh, Come, All Ye Faithless" by Nelson W. Pyles. Told by Daniel Foytik, as Bernard."The Box" by Julia Benally. Told by Heather Thomas, as Jackie."Roasting on an Open Fire" by C. Bryan Brown. Told by Graham Rowat, as Mason."Their Eyes All Aglow" by Scarlet R. Algee. Told by Mary Murphy, as Karen.CreditsVoice of the Librarian: Nelson W. PylesCustom Score: Nico Vettese | Host / Producer / Showrunner: Daniel Foytik | Executive Producers: Cynthia Lowman, Nelson W. PylesGet your copy of The Lift, 9 Stories of Transformation Volume One this Friday on Kindle, or in print in mid-November. Visit victoriaslift.com/book for updates and more information.The Wicked Library is created by 9th Story Studios LLC: www.9thstory.comAudio program ©2025 – 9th Story Studios LLC. All Rights Reserved.No reproduction or use of this content is permitted without the express written consent of 9th Story Studios LLC. The copyrights for stories are held by the respective authors.Main Theme: “The Library Awakens” Nico VetteseFinal Audio Mix: Daniel Foytik, 9th Story Studios LLCzFX: freesound.orgProduced by: Daniel FoytikHosted by: Daniel Foytik

Today, we bring you 4 Wicked tales for our Extra Wicked Fall Anthology.The stories shared today are heard first by our supporters but, since the goal of The Wicked Library is always the promotion of our writers, we later share these bonus tales with our entire audience in anthology episodes. Please support the authors by finding their other work and adding it to your collection, and help keep the extra stories coming by supporting the show you love on Patreon."The Madman of Paris" by Aaron Palmer. Told by Mike DelGaudio, Graham Rowat, David Ault, and Daniel Foytik."Spineless" by Brooke Warra | Told by Jessica McEvoy"Cold Beer Cheep Cigarettes 24 Hours" by Brooke Warra | Told by Jessica McEvoy"What You Get for Caring (A Valediction from the Doghouse)" by Jessica McHugh | Told by Your LibrarianAll scored by Nico Vettese of We Talk of Dreams.Available now on Amazon, in Print and Kindle: The Lift: Nine Stories of Transformation The Wicked Library is created by 9th Story Studios LLC: www.9thstory.comAudio program ©2025 – 9th Story Studios LLC. All Rights Reserved.No reproduction or use of this content is permitted without the express written consent of 9th Story Studios LLC. The copyrights for stories are held by the respective authors.Main Theme: “The Library Awakens” Nico VetteseFinal Audio Mix: Daniel Foytik, 9th Story Studios LLCzFX: freesound.orgProduced by: Daniel FoytikHosted by: Daniel Foytik

When Matt Dawsen visits the very haunted Andersonville, the site of a horrific Civil War prison camp as part of his fraternity pledge, he ends up in a situation he could never have expected.CreditsAuthor: Owl Goingback | Storytellers: Mike DelGaudio, Main Narration | Joshua Narcho as Matt Dawsen| Graham Rowat as Kevin Berry| Voice of the Librarian: Nelson W. PylesCustom Score: Nico Vettese | Host / Producer / Showrunner: Daniel Foytik | Executive Producers: Cynthia Lowman, Nelson W. PylesGet your copy of The Lift, 9 Stories of Transformation Volume One this Friday on Kindle, or in print in mid-November. Visit victoriaslift.com/book for updates and more information. Production Music"The Wicked Library Theme"Anthony Rowsick of Novus (novus3.bandcamp.com)Audio RecordingFinal mix by Daniel Foytik, 9th Story Studios: www.9thstory.com9th Story Studios:Producer / Host / Showrunner: Daniel Foytik Visit The Wicked Library:On Facebook: www.facebook.com/thewickedlibraryOn Twitter: @wickedlibraryThe Wicked Library is a proud member of the Dark Myths Collective The Wicked Library is created by 9th Story Studios LLC: www.9thstory.comAudio program ©2025 – 9th Story Studios LLC. All Rights Reserved.No reproduction or use of this content is permitted without the express written consent of 9th Story Studios LLC. The copyrights for stories are held by the respective authors.Main Theme: “The Library Awakens” Nico VetteseFinal Audio Mix: Daniel Foytik, 9th Story Studios LLCzFX: freesound.orgProduced by: Daniel FoytikHosted by: Daniel Foytik

As part of our Halloween celebration this year, we bring you a special episode of Wicked flash fiction written by 15 authors, and told by Your Librarian and a talented cast of voice actors!Stories"The Scratching" by Ricardo Victoria - Told by Daniel Foytik"The Twisted End of Vernon Boggs" by Brooke Warra - Told by The Librarian"Chameleon" by Kelli Perkins - Told by Nichole Goodnight and Daniel Foytik"Pulp" by Christopher Long - Told by The Librarian"Staked" by Lydia Peever - Told by David Cummings"Like Something out of a Fairy Tale" Rob E. Boley - Told by The Librarian"Falling Star" by C. Bryan Brown - Told by Jessica McHugh"You Can Be Always" by Lee Forman - Told by The Librarian"Behind You" by Pippa Bailey - Told by Louie Pollard and Erika Sanderson"The Ghosts of Halloween" by Jesse Saxon - Told by The Librarian"Eleven" by Meg Hafdahl - Told by Jessica McEvoy"Gingerbread Men" by Myk Pilgrim - Told by The Librarian"Intravenous Sin" by Pippa Bailey - Told by Erika Sanderson and Louie Pollard"Ghoul Quest" by Aaron Vlek - Told by The Librarian"Out of the Woods" by Myk Pilgrim - Told by Louie Pollard"Return to Evans City" by Rich Bottles Jr. - Told by Mike DelGaudio"The Most Wonderful Time of the Year" by Tony Sarrecchia - Told by Nichole Goodnight and Daniel FoytikCredits:Voice of the Librarian: Nelson W. PylesCustom Scoring: Nico Vettese | Host / Producer / Showrunner: Daniel Foytik | Executive Producers: Cynthia Lowman, Nelson W. PylesThe Wicked Library is created by 9th Story Studios LLC: www.9thstory.comAudio program ©2025 – 9th Story Studios LLC. All Rights Reserved.No reproduction or use of this content is permitted without the express written consent of 9th Story Studios LLC. The copyrights for stories are held by the respective authors.Main Theme: “The Library Awakens” Nico VetteseFinal Audio Mix: Daniel Foytik, 9th Story Studios LLCzFX: freesound.orgProduced by: Daniel FoytikHosted by: Daniel Foytik

Jacob is a homeless teen living alone on the streets of a dead-end desert town until he meets Burke, a fellow runaway with a fearsome ability. Like Jacob, Burke was born with an unwanted gift - he can see and talk to the dead - but unlike Jacob, Burke has developed a way to manipulate and even fool the vengeful spirits he encounters in his travels, weaponizing them against those he feels have wronged him.With Jacob under his wing, Burke sets out to show Jacob how he too can "trick the haunts" to his personal benefit and wreak unholy supernatural havoc on the downtrodden residents of the backwater desert community -- what could possibly go wrong?CreditsAuthor: Sebastian Bendix | Storyteller: Graham Rowat | Voice of the Librarian: Nelson W. PylesCustom Score: Nico Vettese | Host / Producer / Showrunner: Daniel Foytik | Executive Producers: Cynthia Lowman, Nelson W. PylesHelp support the show and get your free audiobook when you sign up for Audible at audible.com/wicked. Or text "wicked" to 500500.The Wicked Library is created by 9th Story Studios LLC: www.9thstory.comAudio program ©2025 – 9th Story Studios LLC. All Rights Reserved.No reproduction or use of this content is permitted without the express written consent of 9th Story Studios LLC. The copyrights for stories are held by the respective authors.Main Theme: “The Library Awakens” Nico VetteseFinal Audio Mix: Daniel Foytik, 9th Story Studios LLCzFX: freesound.orgProduced by: Daniel FoytikHosted by: Daniel Foytik

A college girl with an uncommon gift. A townie who just wants to look out for his best friend. When dark creatures start haunting Aisling's dreams, it's up to her best friend to try and get to the bottom of things.Is she truly the only one who can stop a strange race from taking over human minds? Or is she just a sick girl who let the stress of college get under her skin?CreditsAuthor: Samantha Mayotte| Storytellers: Daniel Foytik, Main Narration Addison Peacock as Aisling | Evan Schmitt as Jamison | David Ault as The Creature | Nichole Goodnight as Aisling's Mother| Voice of the Librarian: Nelson W. PylesCustom Score: Nico Vettese | Host / Producer / Showrunner: Daniel Foytik | Executive Producers: Cynthia Lowman, Nelson W. PylesProduction Music"The Wicked Library Theme"Anthony Rowsick of Novus (novus3.bandcamp.com)"Background Ambience 1" (interview background)Nico Vettese (wetalkofdreams.com)“In the Wicked Library” (Introduction, Transitions)Nico Vettese (wetalkofdreams.com)Audio RecordingFinal mix by Daniel Foytik, 9th Story Studios: www.9thstory.com9th Story Studios:Producer / Host / Showrunner: Daniel FoytikVisit The Wicked Library:On Facebook: www.facebook.com/thewickedlibraryOn Twitter: @wickedlibraryThe Wicked Library is created by 9th Story Studios LLC: www.9thstory.comAudio program ©2025 – 9th Story Studios LLC. All Rights Reserved.No reproduction or use of this content is permitted without the express written consent of 9th Story Studios LLC. The copyrights for stories are held by the respective authors.Main Theme: “The Library Awakens” Nico VetteseFinal Audio Mix: Daniel Foytik, 9th Story Studios LLCzFX: freesound.orgProduced by: Daniel FoytikHosted by: Daniel Foytik

Today we have five Dark Poems by Bram Stoker Award winning author, Stephanie M. Wytovich, and chapter one from her debut novel, The Eighth.Poems:"Your Ghost""When I Promised Him Murder""Of My Wounds, There Are Many""Seduced by Monsters""Versions of My Mutilated Self"The Eighth, Chapter OneCreditsAuthor: Stephanie M. Wytovich| Storytellers: Nelson W. Pyles | Voice of the Librarian: Nelson W. PylesCustom Scoring: Nico Vettese | Host / Producer / Showrunner: Daniel Foytik | Executive Producers: Cynthia Lowman, Nelson W. PylesThe Wicked Library is created by 9th Story Studios LLC: www.9thstory.comAudio program ©2025 – 9th Story Studios LLC. All Rights Reserved.No reproduction or use of this content is permitted without the express written consent of 9th Story Studios LLC. The copyrights for stories are held by the respective authors.Main Theme: “The Library Awakens” Nico VetteseFinal Audio Mix: Daniel Foytik, 9th Story Studios LLCzFX: freesound.orgProduced by: Daniel FoytikHosted by: Daniel Foytik

Today, we bring you 3 fresh tales for our Extra Wicked Summer Anthology.The stories shared today are heard first by our Patreon supporters, but, since the goal of The Wicked Library is always the promotion of our writers, we wanted to share these bonus tales with our entire audience. Please support the authors by finding their other work and adding it to your collection, and help keep the extra stories coming by supporting the show you love on Patreon."The Thing in the Cave" by Aaron Palmer. Told by Randy Berner."The Orphan Room" by Zachary T. Owen. Told by Jessica McEvoy."Bloodbath in the First Grade" by Matthew Weber. Told by Mary Murphy, Peter Lewis, Addison Peacock, Nichole Goodnight, and Daniel Foytik.Available on at murdcomics.com from James and Alex Murd: Umbrae LibroThe Wicked Library is created by 9th Story Studios LLC: www.9thstory.comAudio program ©2025 – 9th Story Studios LLC. All Rights Reserved.No reproduction or use of this content is permitted without the express written consent of 9th Story Studios LLC. The copyrights for stories are held by the respective authors.Main Theme: “The Library Awakens” Nico VetteseFinal Audio Mix: Daniel Foytik, 9th Story Studios LLCzFX: freesound.orgProduced by: Daniel FoytikHosted by: Daniel Foytik

Credits:"The Hairy Man"Author: Julia Benally | Storytellers: Mike DelGaudio, Main Narration| Mary Murphy as May | Evan Schmitt as Derry | Daniel Foytik as Jay, Jimmy, and Grant | Voice of the Librarian: Nelson W. Pyles"The Goose Girl" Collected by Jacob and Wilhelm GrimmCustom Scores: Nico Vettese | Host / Producer / Showrunner: Daniel Foytik | Executive Producers: Cynthia Lowman, Nelson W. PylesTry on your new glasses at home for free and help support the show: warbyparker.com/wickedThe Wicked Library is created by 9th Story Studios LLC: www.9thstory.comAudio program ©2025 – 9th Story Studios LLC. All Rights Reserved.No reproduction or use of this content is permitted without the express written consent of 9th Story Studios LLC. The copyrights for stories are held by the respective authors.Main Theme: “The Library Awakens” Nico VetteseFinal Audio Mix: Daniel Foytik, 9th Story Studios LLCzFX: freesound.orgProduced by: Daniel FoytikHosted by: Daniel Foytik

In this Wicked tale, we meet Paige, who is going to have an...interesting day. Her faithful orange tabby, Fred, tries to help her with one of her problems, but her big troubles are far beyond Fred's ability to be helpful. In fact, if Fred was a smart cat, he would look for a new home immediately.Credits:Author: Kathleen Queen | Storytellers: Daniel Foytik, Main Narration| Cynthia Lowman as Paige | Andy James as John | Nichole Goodnight as Doctor | Voice of the Librarian: Nelson W. Pyles | Custom Score: Nico Vettese | Host / Producer / Showrunner: Daniel Foytik | Executive Producers: Cynthia Lowman, Nelson W. PylesGet $20 off from Simple Contacts: https://www.simplecontacts.com/wicked20The Wicked Library is created by 9th Story Studios LLC: www.9thstory.comAudio program ©2025 – 9th Story Studios LLC. All Rights Reserved.No reproduction or use of this content is permitted without the express written consent of 9th Story Studios LLC. The copyrights for stories are held by the respective authors.Main Theme: “The Library Awakens” Nico VetteseFinal Audio Mix: Daniel Foytik, 9th Story Studios LLCzFX: freesound.orgProduced by: Daniel FoytikHosted by: Daniel Foytik

In this Wicked tale, returning author Kelli Perkins shows us that finding what you're looking for might be more than you can handle.Paige's fascination with true crime and the macabre is shaken to its foundation after she convinces her parents to flip the house that has become her spooky obsession.Credits:Author: Kelli Perkins | Storytellers: Daniel Foytik, Main Narration, Dad | Heather Thomas as Paige | Evan Schmitt as James | Peter Lewis as "Billy" | Jeanette Andromeda as Mom | Voice of the Librarian: Nelson W. Pyles Custom Score: Nico Vettese | Host / Producer / Showrunner: Daniel Foytik | Executive Producers: Cynthia Lowman, Nelson W. PylesGet $20 off from Simple Contacts: https://www.simplecontacts.com/wickedThe Wicked Library is created by 9th Story Studios LLC: www.9thstory.comAudio program ©2025 – 9th Story Studios LLC. All Rights Reserved.No reproduction or use of this content is permitted without the express written consent of 9th Story Studios LLC. The copyrights for stories are held by the respective authors.Main Theme: “The Library Awakens” Nico VetteseFinal Audio Mix: Daniel Foytik, 9th Story Studios LLCzFX: freesound.orgProduced by: Daniel FoytikHosted by: Daniel Foytik

Our resident author, Jessica McHugh, is back with another dark story.In today's wicked tale, we take a dark ride into a town where we meet Richie, a child happy to see new visitors. But, like most places we visit here in the Wicked Library, things that seem idyllic on the surface, are most assuredly not.Credits:Author: Jessica McHugh | Storytellers: Daniel Foytik, Main Narration | Mary Murphy as Richie, GPS, and Mrs. Green | Nichole Goodnight as Mrs. Gray | Nelson W. Pyles as Mr. Green | Jessica McHugh as Zaftig Woman | Addison Peacock as Sandra | Voice of the Librarian: Nelson W. PylesCustom Score: Nico Vettese | Host / Producer / Showrunner: Daniel Foytik | Executive Producers: Cynthia Lowman, Nelson W. PylesThe Wicked Library is created by 9th Story Studios LLC: www.9thstory.comAudio program ©2025 – 9th Story Studios LLC. All Rights Reserved.No reproduction or use of this content is permitted without the express written consent of 9th Story Studios LLC. The copyrights for stories are held by the respective authors.Main Theme: “The Library Awakens” Nico VetteseFinal Audio Mix: Daniel Foytik, 9th Story Studios LLCzFX: freesound.orgProduced by: Daniel FoytikHosted by: Daniel Foytik

In today's dark tale, a man who has struggled for years with a trauma from his past reaches a breakthrough with the help of his therapist.But, what if his apparent delusion reveals itself to be much more than the ravings of a disturbed man?CreditsAuthor: Erik Starn| Storytellers: Evan Schmitt, Main Narration | Andy James as Jack | Erika Sanderson as Dr. Katherine Dross | Voice of the Librarian: Nelson W. Pyles | Custom Score: Nico Vettese | Host / Producer / Showrunner: Daniel Foytik | Executive Producers: Cynthia Lowman, Nelson W. PylesSpecial Offers:Simple Contacts: Visit simplecontacts.com/wicked, and enter promo code at checkout: wicked for $30 offProduction Music"The Wicked Library Theme"Anthony Rowsick of Novus (novus3.bandcamp.com)"Background Ambience 1" (interview background)“In the Wicked Library” (Introduction, Transitions)Nico Vettese (wetalkofdreams.com)The Wicked Library is created by 9th Story Studios LLC: www.9thstory.comAudio program ©2025 – 9th Story Studios LLC. All Rights Reserved.No reproduction or use of this content is permitted without the express written consent of 9th Story Studios LLC. The copyrights for stories are held by the respective authors.Main Theme: “The Library Awakens” Nico VetteseFinal Audio Mix: Daniel Foytik, 9th Story Studios LLCzFX: freesound.orgProduced by: Daniel FoytikHosted by: Daniel Foytik

Today, we bring you 3 fresh tales for our Extra Wicked Spring Anthology.The stories shared today are heard first by our Patreon supporters, but, since the goal of The Wicked Library is always the promotion of our writers, we wanted to share these bonus tales with our entire audience. Please support the authors by finding their other work and adding it to your collection, and help keep the extra stories coming by supporting the show you love on Patreon."Asphalt Smile" by Zachary T. Owen. Told by Mike DelGaudio, Nichole Goodnight, and Daniel Foytik."Maxwell's Cellar" by Lee Forman. Told by Daniel Foytik."Cyst" by David Greske. Told by Darren Marlar and Mary Murphy.Available on Amazon from Christopher Long: FluffHear the newest episode of The Private Collector by Aaron Vlek. Bonus episode available now at The Lift!Check out the podcast collective The Wicked Library is a member of, Dark Myths.The Wicked Library is created by 9th Story Studios LLC: www.9thstory.comAudio program ©2025 – 9th Story Studios LLC. All Rights Reserved.No reproduction or use of this content is permitted without the express written consent of 9th Story Studios LLC. The copyrights for stories are held by the respective authors.Main Theme: “The Library Awakens” Nico VetteseFinal Audio Mix: Daniel Foytik, 9th Story Studios LLCzFX: freesound.orgProduced by: Daniel FoytikHosted by: Daniel Foytik

Today we present a cautionary tale that reminds us to control our darker impulses lest they lead us down paths darker than we might expect.A man who has no use for others makes it a point to insult anyone who crosses his path, but his rage comes back to him when he least expects it.Special Offers:HelloFresh special offer. Use our promo code to get delicious, filling meals delivered right to your door and get $30 off your first box! Just visit: hellofresh.com/wickedlibrary30 and enter the promo code, wickedlibrary30.?CreditsAuthor: Kylee Wardle | Storytellers: Daniel Foytik, narration and male vocals | Nichole Goodnight as Chelsea Voss| Voice of the Librarian: Nelson W. Pyles | Host / Producer / Showrunner: Daniel Foytik | Executive Producers: Cynthia Lowman, Nelson W. PylesThe Wicked Library is created by 9th Story Studios LLC: www.9thstory.comAudio program ©2025 – 9th Story Studios LLC. All Rights Reserved.No reproduction or use of this content is permitted without the express written consent of 9th Story Studios LLC. The copyrights for stories are held by the respective authors.Main Theme: “The Library Awakens” Nico VetteseFinal Audio Mix: Daniel Foytik, 9th Story Studios LLCzFX: freesound.orgProduced by: Daniel FoytikHosted by: Daniel Foytik

Today we present a wickedly strange and horrifying tale of secret desires.A Victorian solicitor returns from a business trip to find his wife missing. The story she tells in a letter is more weird and terrible than a penny dreadful.Special Offers:Winc Special Offer: Want to get great wine delivered right to your door and help out the show at the same time? Try Winc and get $20 off using this link: trywinc.com/wickedlibraryCreditsAuthor: Madeleine Swann| Storytellers: Mary Murphy as Clara, Andy James as Bertie and The Police Officer, Amber Collins as Hettie, and Daniel Foytik as Matson and other male vocals | Special Guest: Nichole Goodnight | Custom Score: Nico Vettese | Voice of the Librarian: Nelson W. Pyles | Host / Producer / Showrunner: Daniel Foytik | Executive Producers: Cynthia Lowman, Nelson W. PylesThe Wicked Library is created by 9th Story Studios LLC: www.9thstory.comAudio program ©2025 – 9th Story Studios LLC. All Rights Reserved.No reproduction or use of this content is permitted without the express written consent of 9th Story Studios LLC. The copyrights for stories are held by the respective authors.Main Theme: “The Library Awakens” Nico VetteseFinal Audio Mix: Daniel Foytik, 9th Story Studios LLCzFX: freesound.orgProduced by: Daniel FoytikHosted by: Daniel Foytik

Today we present a tale of secrets and darkest desire.When Maxine Fischer shoots her ex-husband on the day of their divorce, she knows it looks bad. Everyone must think the same thing: that Maxine found a younger man and ditched the emotional baggage of caring for 70-year-old Martin. But appearances can be deceiving. Martin Fischer had secrets. Dark secrets. And a knowledge of the occult.Special Offers:Winc Special Offer: Want to get great wine delivered right to your door and help out the show at the same time? Try Winc and get $20 off using this link: trywinc.com/wickedlibrarySimple Contacts: Visit simplecontacts.com/wicked, and enter promo code at checkout: wicked for $30 offCreditsAuthor: Lindsey Goddard | Storytellers: Daniel Foytik, Mary Murphy, David Cummings | Special Guest: Nichole Goodnight | Custom Score: Nico Vettese | Voice of the Librarian: Nelson W. Pyles | Host / Producer / Showrunner: Daniel Foytik | Executive Producers: Cynthia Lowman, Nelson W. Pyles?The Wicked Library is created by 9th Story Studios LLC: www.9thstory.comAudio program ©2025 – 9th Story Studios LLC. All Rights Reserved.No reproduction or use of this content is permitted without the express written consent of 9th Story Studios LLC. The copyrights for stories are held by the respective authors.Main Theme: “The Library Awakens” Nico VetteseFinal Audio Mix: Daniel Foytik, 9th Story Studios LLCzFX: freesound.orgProduced by: Daniel FoytikHosted by: Daniel Foytik

Today we present a delightfully dark tale that builds to a very wicked end.Anastasia knows she will never measure up to her older sister Calista, who was born with a kind of spark that makes her glow from the inside. But, when Anastasia discovers a way to steal this supernatural spark from her sister, she learns that her own darkness might have been the better gift.Special Offers:Winc Special Offer: Want to get great wine delivered right to your door and help out the show at the same time? Try Winc and get $20 off using this link: trywinc.com/wickedlibraryHelloFresh special offer: Visit https://www.hellofresh.com, and enter promo code at checkout: WickedLibrary30 for $30 offCredits:Author: Gwendolyn Kiste | Storyteller: Jessica McEvoy | Custom Score (both stories): Nico Vettese | Voice of the Librarian: Nelson W. Pyles | Host / Producer / Showrunner: Daniel Foytik | Executive Producers: Cynthia Lowman, Nelson W. PylesThe Wicked Library is created by 9th Story Studios LLC: www.9thstory.comAudio program ©2025 – 9th Story Studios LLC. All Rights Reserved.No reproduction or use of this content is permitted without the express written consent of 9th Story Studios LLC. The copyrights for stories are held by the respective authors.Main Theme: “The Library Awakens” Nico VetteseFinal Audio Mix: Daniel Foytik, 9th Story Studios LLCzFX: freesound.orgProduced by: Daniel FoytikHosted by: Daniel Foytik

Today we present two tales from The Wicker Saga, a series of standalone yet interconnected stories that, together, serve to tell a larger narrative. Both stories are told by Mike DelGaudio of boothjunkie.com!"Tunda" - Tomas Wicker once vowed to live a life of ease and luxury, but strange disappearances and whispers of a legendary monster demand he return to his family's Colombian plantation."The Wicker House" - In the dreary town of Arthur's Wake, a man investigates the decades old mystery and superstitions surrounding a supposedly haunted house.Special Offers:Winc Special Offer: Want to get great wine delivered right to your door and help out the show at the same time? Try Winc and get $20 off using this link: trywinc.com/wickedlibraryCasper Special Offer: Visit https://casper.com/wickedlibrary, and enter promo code at checkout: WICKEDLIBRARYCreditsAuthor: Michael Landry | Storyteller: Mike DelGaudio | Custom Score (both stories): Nico Vettese | Voice of the Librarian: Nelson W. Pyles | Host / Producer / Showrunner: Daniel Foytik | Executive Producers: Cynthia Lowman, Nelson W. PylesThe Wicked Library is created by 9th Story Studios LLC: www.9thstory.comAudio program ©2025 – 9th Story Studios LLC. All Rights Reserved.No reproduction or use of this content is permitted without the express written consent of 9th Story Studios LLC. The copyrights for stories are held by the respective authors.Main Theme: “The Library Awakens” Nico VetteseFinal Audio Mix: Daniel Foytik, 9th Story Studios LLCzFX: freesound.orgProduced by: Daniel FoytikHosted by: Daniel Foytik

Today we present a very dark tale by Scarlett R. Algee.In "Bleedthrough," we meet Shelly, a woman frustrated at work, and in need of a little cathartic release for her darker emotions. When she decides to let go and walk with the darkness within, it might just lead to a little more bleedthrough than she was expecting.Credits:Author: Scarlett R. Algee | Storytellers: Daniel Foytik and Cynthia Lowman | Custom Score: Nico Vettese | Voice of the Librarian: Nelson W. Pyles | Host / Producer / Showrunner: Daniel Foytik | Executive Producers: Cynthia Lowman, Nelson W. PylesThe Wicked Library is created by 9th Story Studios LLC: www.9thstory.comAudio program ©2025 – 9th Story Studios LLC. All Rights Reserved.No reproduction or use of this content is permitted without the express written consent of 9th Story Studios LLC. The copyrights for stories are held by the respective authors.Main Theme: “The Library Awakens” Nico VetteseFinal Audio Mix: Daniel Foytik, 9th Story Studios LLCzFX: freesound.orgProduced by: Daniel FoytikHosted by: Daniel Foytik

Today we present a two tales of terror and transformation written by returning author Aaron Vlek!"The Case of the Black Lodge" told by David Ault and Erika Sanderson.A group of seven gentlemen gather regularly to hear the exploits of their good friend, renowned traveler, scholar, and detective of all things arcane and terrifying to the faint of heart, Geoffrey Sykes Vermillion. On one particular blustery October evening they are joined by another who happens to be the subject of this night’s disquieting tale. "The Summer of the Amazing Mr. Fig" told by Nichole Goodnight and scored by Nico Vettese.Eleven year old Clara is obsessed with the mysterious Mr. Fig and his tall stern companion dressed in black who occupy the crumbling stone mansion on the hill in their cheery seaside summer resort. What wondrous secrets does Mr. Fig conceal beneath his dark glasses and floppy hat and gloves and what tragedy has confined him to a wheelchair for so long?HelloFresh special offer. Visit https://www.hellofresh.com, and enter promo code at checkout: WickedLibrary30 for $30 offCreditsShow Notes: http://thewickedlibrary.com/804The Wicked Library is created by 9th Story Studios LLC: www.9thstory.comAudio program ©2025 – 9th Story Studios LLC. All Rights Reserved.No reproduction or use of this content is permitted without the express written consent of 9th Story Studios LLC. The copyrights for stories are held by the respective authors.Main Theme: “The Library Awakens” Nico VetteseFinal Audio Mix: Daniel Foytik, 9th Story Studios LLCzFX: freesound.orgProduced by: Daniel FoytikHosted by: Daniel Foytik

Today, along with the other Wicked tales, we present the premier episode of our new Patreon Exclusive Show, The Private Collector, included here, for free, in its entirety. Future episodes of The Private Collector can be heard by those supporting the show on Patreon at the $10 a month level. The stories shared today are heard first by our Patreon supporters, but, since the goal of The Wicked Library is always the promotion of our writers, we share these bonus tales with our entire audience. Please support the authors by finding their other work and adding it to your collection, and support the show you love on Patreon.S1E1: "The Library on the Other Side of Town", by Aaron Vlek. Told by Daniel Foytik, Nelson W. Pyles, and Addison Peacock. Score by Nico Vettese."A Slithering Offer" by Lee Forman. Told by Daniel Foytik."The Letter in The Lighthouse" by Nelson W. Pyles, adapted for audio. Told by Daniel Foytik. "C0nquer0r" by Caitlin Marceau, told by Immortal Alexander and Jeanette Andromeda.HelloFresh special offer. Visit https://www.hellofresh.com, Promo Code: WickedLibrary30 Casper Special Offer. Visit https://casper.com/wickedlibrary, Promo Code at checkout: WICKEDLIBRARY The Wicked Library is created by 9th Story Studios LLC: www.9thstory.comAudio program ©2025 – 9th Story Studios LLC. All Rights Reserved.No reproduction or use of this content is permitted without the express written consent of 9th Story Studios LLC. The copyrights for stories are held by the respective authors.Main Theme: “The Library Awakens” Nico VetteseFinal Audio Mix: Daniel Foytik, 9th Story Studios LLCzFX: freesound.orgProduced by: Daniel FoytikHosted by: Daniel Foytik

Today we present a tale written by Meg Hafdahl, in her first full-length episode! This story appears in her collection, Twisted Reveries.Small towns are safe, and quiet and perhaps even idyllic... Or, do they sometimes have shared, dark secrets that run just below the surface? Find out the truth when we take a walk through Willoughby with young Amanda.CreditsAuthor: Meg Hafdahl | Storyteller: Jessica McEvoy | Voice of Riley Fisher: Daniel Foytik | Custom Score: Nico Vettese | Voice of the Librarian:Nelson W. Pyles | Host / Producer / Showrunner:Daniel Foytik | Executive Producers: Cynthia Lowman, Nelson W. PylesThe Wicked Library is created by 9th Story Studios LLC: www.9thstory.comAudio program ©2025 – 9th Story Studios LLC. All Rights Reserved.No reproduction or use of this content is permitted without the express written consent of 9th Story Studios LLC. The copyrights for stories are held by the respective authors.Main Theme: “The Library Awakens” Nico VetteseFinal Audio Mix: Daniel Foytik, 9th Story Studios LLCzFX: freesound.orgProduced by: Daniel FoytikHosted by: Daniel Foytik

The Wicked Library returns for its first regular episode of Season 8! For The Wicked Library's launch we're celebrating with something special, an audio play. Today we present a tale written and adapted by Christopher Long, based on his short story of the same name.In this tale, a homeless man relates his tale of the time he found kindness from a family of strangers, kindness that terrified him.Want to get great wine delivered right to your door and help out the show at the same time? Try Winc and get $20 off using this link: trywinc.com/wickedlibraryShow Notes: http://thewickedlibrary.com/801The Wicked Library is created by 9th Story Studios LLC: www.9thstory.comAudio program ©2025 – 9th Story Studios LLC. All Rights Reserved.No reproduction or use of this content is permitted without the express written consent of 9th Story Studios LLC. The copyrights for stories are held by the respective authors.Main Theme: “The Library Awakens” Nico VetteseFinal Audio Mix: Daniel Foytik, 9th Story Studios LLCzFX: freesound.orgProduced by: Daniel FoytikHosted by: Daniel Foytik

The Librarian wakes from his post-Halloween slumber long enough to bring you Christmassacre 2017! Back in the hosting chair for this special episode is original Host and Creator of The Wicked Library, Nelson W. Pyles.Deck the Halls - Daniel FoytikI want to Eat Your Eyes - Jesse J. SaxonOh Christmas Tree - Pippa BaileyThe Jólakötturinn - Kelli PerkinsThe Year Christmas Came to Madison Bear - Aaron VlekCreditsAuthors: Daniel Foytik, Jesse J. Saxon, Pippa Bailey, Kelli Perkins, Aaron Vlek | Storyteller: Nelson W. Pyles | Custom Score: Nico Vettese | Voice of the Librarian: Nelson W. Pyles | Voice of Victoria: Amber Collins | Producer: Daniel Foytik | Executive Producers: Cynthia Lowman, Nelson W. PylesThe Wicked Library is created by 9th Story Studios LLC: www.9thstory.comAudio program ©2025 – 9th Story Studios LLC. All Rights Reserved.No reproduction or use of this content is permitted without the express written consent of 9th Story Studios LLC. The copyrights for stories are held by the respective authors.Main Theme: “The Library Awakens” Nico VetteseFinal Audio Mix: Daniel Foytik, 9th Story Studios LLCzFX: freesound.orgProduced by: Daniel FoytikHosted by: Daniel Foytik

In her first full length episode, Brooke Warra helps us close out season 7 with two Wicked tales. In "Sleepyhead" a girl struggles to be accepted until fate ties her to boy and everything changes, then in "Irreconcilable Differences" a man deals with a terrible loss the best way he knows how for many years, until he's presented with a choice.Check out the new podcast collective The Wicked Library has joined, Dark Myths. Author:Brooke Warra | Storytellers:Cynthia Lowman ("Sleepyhead"), Mike DelGaudio & Nichole Goodnight | Art: Alex J. Murd | Interview: Jeanette Andromeda | Custom Score: Nico Vettese | Voice of the Librarian:Nelson W. Pyles | Voice of Victoria:Amber Collins | Host / Producer:Daniel Foytik | Executive Producers: Cynthia Lowman, Nelson W. PylesThe Wicked Library is created by 9th Story Studios LLC: www.9thstory.comAudio program ©2025 – 9th Story Studios LLC. All Rights Reserved.No reproduction or use of this content is permitted without the express written consent of 9th Story Studios LLC. The copyrights for stories are held by the respective authors.Main Theme: “The Library Awakens” Nico VetteseFinal Audio Mix: Daniel Foytik, 9th Story Studios LLCzFX: freesound.orgProduced by: Daniel FoytikHosted by: Daniel Foytik

This week, thanks to our Patreon supporters we've pulled the desiccated corpses of three lost tales from the ether of Season One, and completely resurrected them, with new voices, new music and propped them up for you to enjoy. As an added bit of fun, Nelson W. Pyles, the creator and and original host / storyteller of the show, is in the studio to help introduce the stories. This episode really is made possible thanks to our Patreon supporters, as the custom scores and voice actors do not come for free. If you enjoy this episode and these stories, please support the authors by finding their other work and adding it to your collection, and help keep the extra stories coming by supporting the show you love on Patreon."Fishing Hole" by Nelson W. Pyles, told by the author, "In the Silt" by Jessica McHugh, told by Addison Peacock, "Love Song for the Rejected" by Paul Michael Anderson, told by Mike DelGaudio and Addison Peacock, "Cruel and Unusual" by C. Bryan Brown, told by Daniel FoytikThe Wicked Library is created by 9th Story Studios LLC: www.9thstory.comAudio program ©2025 – 9th Story Studios LLC. All Rights Reserved.No reproduction or use of this content is permitted without the express written consent of 9th Story Studios LLC. The copyrights for stories are held by the respective authors.Main Theme: “The Library Awakens” Nico VetteseFinal Audio Mix: Daniel Foytik, 9th Story Studios LLCzFX: freesound.orgProduced by: Daniel FoytikHosted by: Daniel Foytik

On his 89th birthday, Nicky's Pop-Pop shares an amazing and crazy, unbelievable tale with his grandson as his final gift.Enjoy this tale of man-eating plants, evil squid-like creatures from other realms, things that dwell in a dark crypt, and ice cream cake!Check out the new podcast collective The Wicked Library has joined, Dark Myths.The Wicked Library is a proud member of the Society 13 Podcast Network.CreditsAuthor:Tony Sarrecchia | Storytellers:Daniel Foytik and Kellen Stennett | Art: Daniel Foytik | Interview: Jeanette Andromeda | Custom Score: Ryan Lessard | Voice of the Librarian:Nelson W. Pyles | Voice of Victoria:Amber Collins | Host / Producer:Daniel Foytik | Executive Producers: Cynthia Lowman, Nelson W. PylesShow Notes: http://thewickedlibrary.com/731/The Wicked Library is created by 9th Story Studios LLC: www.9thstory.comAudio program ©2025 – 9th Story Studios LLC. All Rights Reserved.No reproduction or use of this content is permitted without the express written consent of 9th Story Studios LLC. The copyrights for stories are held by the respective authors.Main Theme: “The Library Awakens” Nico VetteseFinal Audio Mix: Daniel Foytik, 9th Story Studios LLCzFX: freesound.orgProduced by: Daniel FoytikHosted by: Daniel Foytik

When a young woman stops to help an old man on an empty highway, not all is as it seems. The man is looking for more than assistance and what he needs is more than she's willing to give.The story is based upon the Highway of Tears, a Canadian highway from British Columbia to Alberta. The bodies of 19 First Nation's women have been discovered along the stretch of road, but more than 40 women are said to have been taken from Highway 16 over the years.Show Notes: http://thewickedlibrary.com/730/CreditsAuthor: Caitlin Marceau | Storytellers: Daniel Foytik, David Ault, Nichole Goodnight | Art: Daniel Foytik | Interview: Jeanette Andromeda | Voice of the Librarian:Nelson W. Pyles | Host / Producer: Daniel Foytik | Executive Producers: Cynthia Lowman, Nelson W. PylesThe Wicked Library is created by 9th Story Studios LLC: www.9thstory.comAudio program ©2025 – 9th Story Studios LLC. All Rights Reserved.No reproduction or use of this content is permitted without the express written consent of 9th Story Studios LLC. The copyrights for stories are held by the respective authors.Main Theme: “The Library Awakens” Nico VetteseFinal Audio Mix: Daniel Foytik, 9th Story Studios LLCzFX: freesound.orgProduced by: Daniel FoytikHosted by: Daniel Foytik

This week, thanks to our Patreon supporters and some very Wicked Authors, we have been able to produce two Extra Wicked tales for you all as well as three delightfully twisted tunes by Pandemonium's Calliopi, courtesy of Zach Hill."What's in The Box", A Song by Pandemonium's Calliopi"Devil's Hour" by Julia Benally, told by Nichole Goodnight and Daniel Foytik"The Proposal", A Song by Pandemonium's Calliopi"The Case of the Black Lodge" by Aaron Vlek, told by David Ault and Erika Sanderson:"El Diablo" A Song by Pandemonium's CalliopiCredits and Show NotesThe Wicked Library is created by 9th Story Studios LLC: www.9thstory.comAudio program ©2025 – 9th Story Studios LLC. All Rights Reserved.No reproduction or use of this content is permitted without the express written consent of 9th Story Studios LLC. The copyrights for stories are held by the respective authors.Main Theme: “The Library Awakens” Nico VetteseFinal Audio Mix: Daniel Foytik, 9th Story Studios LLCzFX: freesound.orgProduced by: Daniel FoytikHosted by: Daniel Foytik

Matthew Weber makes his Wicked Library debut with this darkly comic homage to alien invasion stories, Meg Thatcher witnesses a mysterious object fall from the sky and crash into her neighbor’s shed.Then things get weird.Author: Matthew Weber | Storyteller: Cynthia Lowman | Art / Interview: Jeanette Andromeda | Voice of the Librarian: Nelson W. PylesCredits and Show NotesThe Wicked Library is created by 9th Story Studios LLC: www.9thstory.comAudio program ©2025 – 9th Story Studios LLC. All Rights Reserved.No reproduction or use of this content is permitted without the express written consent of 9th Story Studios LLC. The copyrights for stories are held by the respective authors.Main Theme: “The Library Awakens” Nico VetteseFinal Audio Mix: Daniel Foytik, 9th Story Studios LLCzFX: freesound.orgProduced by: Daniel FoytikHosted by: Daniel Foytik

Mark Slade makes his Wicked Library debut with this tale told by John Grilz with Nicole Goodnight as Meg.Rude and crude Howard King is everything most women do not want, so why is rich and glamorous Meg so attracted to him?Check out the new podcast collective The Wicked Library has joined, Dark Myths.The Wicked Library is created by 9th Story Studios LLC: www.9thstory.comAudio program ©2025 – 9th Story Studios LLC. All Rights Reserved.No reproduction or use of this content is permitted without the express written consent of 9th Story Studios LLC. The copyrights for stories are held by the respective authors.Main Theme: “The Library Awakens” Nico VetteseFinal Audio Mix: Daniel Foytik, 9th Story Studios LLCzFX: freesound.orgProduced by: Daniel FoytikHosted by: Daniel Foytik

T.D. Trask returns to the Wicked Library with this dark and humorous tale.When a small Pennsylvania town is faced with a unique problem, they elect a local salesman to propose a very unique solution to the town's new mayor, himself a very...unique individual.Check out the new podcast collective The Wicked Library has joined, Dark Myths.Show Notes: http://thewickedlibrary.com/726/The Wicked Library is created by 9th Story Studios LLC: www.9thstory.comAudio program ©2025 – 9th Story Studios LLC. All Rights Reserved.No reproduction or use of this content is permitted without the express written consent of 9th Story Studios LLC. The copyrights for stories are held by the respective authors.Main Theme: “The Library Awakens” Nico VetteseFinal Audio Mix: Daniel Foytik, 9th Story Studios LLCzFX: freesound.orgProduced by: Daniel FoytikHosted by: Daniel Foytik

Stephanie Ogrodnik makes her Wicked Library debut with this dark and atmospheric tale.Father William Blackwell has fallen in love. Aside from the obvious problems with this obsession, is that the girl he loves is dead. In a tale that proves love can make us do things we'd never expect and cross forbidden boundaries, a priest with a keen sense of smell lusts for a malicious dead girl, who carries the scent of ash.Special Link to Gwendolyn Kiste's Halloween Blog (mentioned in intro): Goodbye Summer, and Hello Autumn!Show Notes: http://thewickedlibrary.com/725/The Wicked Library is created by 9th Story Studios LLC: www.9thstory.comAudio program ©2025 – 9th Story Studios LLC. All Rights Reserved.No reproduction or use of this content is permitted without the express written consent of 9th Story Studios LLC. The copyrights for stories are held by the respective authors.Main Theme: “The Library Awakens” Nico VetteseFinal Audio Mix: Daniel Foytik, 9th Story Studios LLCzFX: freesound.orgProduced by: Daniel FoytikHosted by: Daniel Foytik

This week, we dig into the archives and share 3 classic wicked tales by Daniel Foytik, Rebecca Snow, and Kerry Lipp - all narrated by Nelson W. Pyles."Grey and Red" by Daniel Foytik "Comp Time" by Rebecca Snow"What if Jesus was a Werewolf" by Kerry LippThe Wicked Library is created by 9th Story Studios LLC: www.9thstory.comAudio program ©2025 – 9th Story Studios LLC. All Rights Reserved.No reproduction or use of this content is permitted without the express written consent of 9th Story Studios LLC. The copyrights for stories are held by the respective authors.Main Theme: “The Library Awakens” Nico VetteseFinal Audio Mix: Daniel Foytik, 9th Story Studios LLCzFX: freesound.orgProduced by: Daniel FoytikHosted by: Daniel Foytik

John Clewarth makes his Wicked Library debut with this darkly mysterious tale.George Paddison is sent to boarding school, deep in the North Yorkshire countryside. His wealthy father, the owner of a national newspaper, says it will be ‘the making of him’. At first, George is lonely and bewildered in the vastness of the Manor School, but is befriended by a captivating young boy, named Joseph Longmire. George is fascinated by Joseph’s prized possession, a toy Victorian theatre, through which he makes up his own stories. By means of distraction, Joseph takes George exploring in the huge grounds, to a mysterious woodland that is home to a strange natural phenomenon.The Wicked Library is created by 9th Story Studios LLC: www.9thstory.comAudio program ©2025 – 9th Story Studios LLC. All Rights Reserved.No reproduction or use of this content is permitted without the express written consent of 9th Story Studios LLC. The copyrights for stories are held by the respective authors.Main Theme: “The Library Awakens” Nico VetteseFinal Audio Mix: Daniel Foytik, 9th Story Studios LLCzFX: freesound.orgProduced by: Daniel FoytikHosted by: Daniel Foytik

Patrick Moody makes his Wicked Library debut with this story told by Addison Peacock.In this dark tale, Celia’s family moves to the country after buying an old plantation to fix up and flip. She doesn't really like the old house, but everything changes when she meets a group of other children who want to sing and play with her.The Wicked Library is created by 9th Story Studios LLC: www.9thstory.comAudio program ©2025 – 9th Story Studios LLC. All Rights Reserved.No reproduction or use of this content is permitted without the express written consent of 9th Story Studios LLC. The copyrights for stories are held by the respective authors.Main Theme: “The Library Awakens” Nico VetteseFinal Audio Mix: Daniel Foytik, 9th Story Studios LLCzFX: freesound.orgProduced by: Daniel FoytikHosted by: Daniel Foytik

This week, thanks to our Patreon supporters and some very Wicked Authors, we have been able to produce three Extra Wicked tales for you all.These stories are heard first by our Patreon supporters with a new tale being released each month. But, since the goal of The Wicked Library is always the promotion of the writers, artists, and composers, we wanted to share these bonus tales with our entire audience. Please support the authors by finding their other work and adding it to your collection, and help keep the extra stories coming by supporting the show you love on Patreon."Amputation Capital" by Tyler Woodsmall, narrated by Addison Peacock.Allie is in the business of purchasing celebrity skin, and selling it for a profit - a very large profit. She sees her "suppliers" solely as commodities, but that might be about to change."The Pit" by Meg Hafdahl, narrated by Jessica McEvoyNo longer in use, a mine pit on the outskirts of a rural Minnesota town was stripped and flooded, causing it to become the perfect swimming hole. Since she was in diapers, Melissa has been coming to play in the dark water alone."Mrs. Morrison's Pie" by Nelson W. Pyles, Narrated by Nichole GoodnightMrs. Morrison has a favor to ask of an old..."friend" -- one who's been visiting her for many years as part of an ongoing arrangement. The ladies normally pass the time during their visits with conversation, games, coffee, and pie. But, this year, Mrs. Morrison sweetens the deal with a very special buttermilk pie to ensure she gets what she needs.www.thewickedlibrary.com/721The Wicked Library is created by 9th Story Studios LLC: www.9thstory.comAudio program ©2025 – 9th Story Studios LLC. All Rights Reserved.No reproduction or use of this content is permitted without the express written consent of 9th Story Studios LLC. The copyrights for stories are held by the respective authors.Main Theme: “The Library Awakens” Nico VetteseFinal Audio Mix: Daniel Foytik, 9th Story Studios LLCzFX: freesound.orgProduced by: Daniel FoytikHosted by: Daniel Foytik

A journal is found that tells an incredible story about a young man and his friend's experiments with a powerful form of traditional medicine called "Bone Peyote". Like all medicine, Peyote, and especially Bone Peyote must be respected, because it opens up doorways to places that are closed for a reason. When man thinks he knows better than the gods, there may be no turning back.The Wicked Library is created by 9th Story Studios LLC: www.9thstory.comAudio program ©2025 – 9th Story Studios LLC. All Rights Reserved.No reproduction or use of this content is permitted without the express written consent of 9th Story Studios LLC. The copyrights for stories are held by the respective authors.Main Theme: “The Library Awakens” Nico VetteseFinal Audio Mix: Daniel Foytik, 9th Story Studios LLCzFX: freesound.orgProduced by: Daniel FoytikHosted by: Daniel Foytik

Jessica McHugh returns with a new wicked story narrated by Nelson W. Pyles. In this dark tale, a sailor looking for the way out of his predicament makes a deal with an old woman. Who comes out the better in the end?The Wicked Library is created by 9th Story Studios LLC: www.9thstory.comAudio program ©2025 – 9th Story Studios LLC. All Rights Reserved.No reproduction or use of this content is permitted without the express written consent of 9th Story Studios LLC. The copyrights for stories are held by the respective authors.Main Theme: “The Library Awakens” Nico VetteseFinal Audio Mix: Daniel Foytik, 9th Story Studios LLCzFX: freesound.orgProduced by: Daniel FoytikHosted by: Daniel Foytik

The Devil is back this week, with a darkly humorous tale that's sure to give you a little more sympathy for him. In this tale, The Devil -- a lover of theater -- sits at man's stage where he and God haggle over the price of the ticket.http://thewickedlibrary.com/718/Story by Kelli Perkins | Narrated by David AultThe Wicked Library is created by 9th Story Studios LLC: www.9thstory.comAudio program ©2025 – 9th Story Studios LLC. All Rights Reserved.No reproduction or use of this content is permitted without the express written consent of 9th Story Studios LLC. The copyrights for stories are held by the respective authors.Main Theme: “The Library Awakens” Nico VetteseFinal Audio Mix: Daniel Foytik, 9th Story Studios LLCzFX: freesound.orgProduced by: Daniel FoytikHosted by: Daniel Foytik

Your Librarian brings you two tales of death, devouring, and reanimation. "And Drown Melancholy" puts you in the mind of an unfortunate young woman suffering from a splitting headache who mixes alcohol and drugs to stop the pain, but you're not alone in there."The Tomb Wife" explores the unique the classic story of boy meets ghoul and the deep, devouring desires they have for each other.Narrated by Eden RoyceThe Wicked Library is created by 9th Story Studios LLC: www.9thstory.comAudio program ©2025 – 9th Story Studios LLC. All Rights Reserved.No reproduction or use of this content is permitted without the express written consent of 9th Story Studios LLC. The copyrights for stories are held by the respective authors.Main Theme: “The Library Awakens” Nico VetteseFinal Audio Mix: Daniel Foytik, 9th Story Studios LLCzFX: freesound.orgProduced by: Daniel FoytikHosted by: Daniel Foytik

Selected from the upcoming audio book edition of the Shadows at the Door Anthology, we bring you a haunting tale set in Durham, England.An author on route to a speaking event finally finds the time to visit the historic city of Durham, once on the cobbled streets he is drawn to the Cathedral. Deep in the tombs, something lies in wait. 'Forget not, who is below us'.The Wicked Library is created by 9th Story Studios LLC: www.9thstory.comAudio program ©2025 – 9th Story Studios LLC. All Rights Reserved.No reproduction or use of this content is permitted without the express written consent of 9th Story Studios LLC. The copyrights for stories are held by the respective authors.Main Theme: “The Library Awakens” Nico VetteseFinal Audio Mix: Daniel Foytik, 9th Story Studios LLCzFX: freesound.orgProduced by: Daniel FoytikHosted by: Daniel Foytik

Sim has struggled all his life to fit in -- a struggle to find peace and feel normal. When he finds himself on an unplanned, surreal journey he may finally find what he's been seeking.The Wicked Library is created by 9th Story Studios LLC: www.9thstory.comAudio program ©2025 – 9th Story Studios LLC. All Rights Reserved.No reproduction or use of this content is permitted without the express written consent of 9th Story Studios LLC. The copyrights for stories are held by the respective authors.Main Theme: “The Library Awakens” Nico VetteseFinal Audio Mix: Daniel Foytik, 9th Story Studios LLCzFX: freesound.orgProduced by: Daniel FoytikHosted by: Daniel Foytik

When Cindy and her husband Randy start watching old home movies from his childhood, Randy begins to notice subtle differences between his memory and reality -- changes that become more apparent as they watch. Cindy tries to reassure Randy, but it soon becomes evident that reality and memory are not what they seem.Enjoy this creepy and twisted tale from Season Three as read by Nelson W. Pyles.The Wicked Library is created by 9th Story Studios LLC: www.9thstory.comAudio program ©2025 – 9th Story Studios LLC. All Rights Reserved.No reproduction or use of this content is permitted without the express written consent of 9th Story Studios LLC. The copyrights for stories are held by the respective authors.Main Theme: “The Library Awakens” Nico VetteseFinal Audio Mix: Daniel Foytik, 9th Story Studios LLCzFX: freesound.orgProduced by: Daniel FoytikHosted by: Daniel Foytik

This dark, twisted, and entertaining tale is a wild ride into darkness.When Mark suffers a car accident, he is propelled into Hell and embarks on a journey that challenges and punishes him in ways he could never have expected. When offered a way out, he is determined to pursue it - even if it takes an eternity.The Wicked Library is created by 9th Story Studios LLC: www.9thstory.comAudio program ©2025 – 9th Story Studios LLC. All Rights Reserved.No reproduction or use of this content is permitted without the express written consent of 9th Story Studios LLC. The copyrights for stories are held by the respective authors.Main Theme: “The Library Awakens” Nico VetteseFinal Audio Mix: Daniel Foytik, 9th Story Studios LLCzFX: freesound.orgProduced by: Daniel FoytikHosted by: Daniel Foytik

In this dark tale, a resident of Hell relates the true story of Eden, The Fall, Satan, Lucifer, and God - and how Hell was once a paradise. A surprisingly Wicked tale for many reasons, this story is sure to give you a new perspective on the place Heaven has named Hell.The Wicked Library is created by 9th Story Studios LLC: www.9thstory.comAudio program ©2025 – 9th Story Studios LLC. All Rights Reserved.No reproduction or use of this content is permitted without the express written consent of 9th Story Studios LLC. The copyrights for stories are held by the respective authors.Main Theme: “The Library Awakens” Nico VetteseFinal Audio Mix: Daniel Foytik, 9th Story Studios LLCzFX: freesound.orgProduced by: Daniel FoytikHosted by: Daniel Foytik