Listen to this mysterious and strange tale from the unique mind of Edgar Allan Poe. Join our narrator as he takes us on this dark and intense journey into the Maelström.
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Oct 2021
The Fall of the House of Usher
<p>Tonight, Elizabeth reads a special Halloween episode: a short story by Edgar Allan Poe, first published in 1839. This story may be spookier than our usual, but the narration is soothing as always 👻 💤 </p>
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1h 22m
Jan 2025
"The Red Death" by Edgar Allan Poe
In this haunting story, a prince and his elite guests attempt to escape a deadly plague by hiding in a luxurious, secluded tower. But as they indulge in opulence and revelry, an uninvited guest appears, bringing with it a grim reminder of the dangers lurking outside. Join us as w ... Show More
11m 6s
Jan 2025
Pit and Pendulum (Edgar Allan Poe)
Uncover the chilling terror of Edgar Allan Poe’s classic tale, The Pit and the Pendulum. This dark and gripping story follows the harrowing journey of a prisoner sentenced to endure unimaginable torment. Dive into this Gothic masterpiece and explore themes of fear, survival, and ... Show More
22m 26s
May 2025
BEST OF (#42 of 300) THE JAPANNED BOX by ARTHUR CONAN DOYLE
This story, from Doyle's collection called 'Tales of Terror & Mystery', tells a tale of a young man who hires on as a tutor for the owner of a large old manor/castle, and soon finds there are some very mysterious happenings occurring there.... APPLE USERS 1001 Stories from The Ol ... Show More
35m 38s
Oct 2023
SPECIAL HALLOWEEN EPISODE: The Tell-Tale Heart by Edgar Allan Poe
<p><b>[CONTENT WARNING: The content in this story is NOT APPROPIATE for young listeners or anyone with a sensitive nature. The following story is a psychological mystery and may be disturbing to some listeners as it contains elements of violence, insanity, paranoia, and dismember ... Show More
23m 21s