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Just the thing for a wet winter's night! A humorous ghost story by John Kendrick Bangs
Many thanks to Wimbourne Books who have very kindly sent me a copy of Volume 1 of their Victorian Ghost Stories as a giveaway … more of that later - keep an eye out for details in a video soon!
The Water Ghost of Harrowby Hall by John Kendrick Bangs appears in Volume Two. Each volume contains 20 vintage ghost stories, as well as a very interesting and informative forward by Alistair Gunn. Well worth buying if you enjoy a good shiver - but don’t buy volume 1 just yet, as you may win a copy from me!
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Man size in Marble: a tragic gothic romance. Supernatural horror by Edith Nesbit
Просмотров 25514 дней назад
Our 6th Fright of Christmas, Man-Size in Marble, was written by Edith Nesbit, author of the beloved classic The Railway Children. Beautiful, yet sad, this is a tale of lost love as much as a tale of monsters and nightmares. As soon as I read this, I fell in love with the prose and wanted to share it with you. Ignore the ghastly, woke Mark Gatiss adaptation (butchery is a closer word), THIS is t...
Trapped on a Train with a Ghost! #ytpc
Просмотров 36814 дней назад
A Smoking Ghost by W G Kelly. A little gem for my friends in the #YTPC. I hope it won’t give you nightmares! This story first appeared in the San Francisco Argonaut in 1885, and it’s interesting to hear that officious puritans were busy even back then. Plus ça change, plus c'est la même chose! Join me throughout December and until Twelfth Night for more Murder, Mystery & Mayhem in The Twelve Fr...
An Extra Portion of Yuletide Fun in Tonight's Fireside Tale!
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We strayed from our usual diet of Murder and Mystery for this story by Bernard Capes and plunged straight into Mayhem. A Cure for Consumption ... Slow worm that I am, it took me a while to get the pun in the title… I hope you enjoyed this cautionary tale for our Fifth Fright of Christmas. It was certainly a fright for Uncle John. For my survivalist and prepping friends, I include Culpeper’s Cur...
Uncanny Weirdness beside the fire for our 4th Fright of Christmas. Between the Lights by E F Benson
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Between the Lights by E F Benson. An uncanny tale for our Fourth Fright of Christmas. Is this a haunting? A timeslip? Or a premonition? Perhaps these are demons or beings from an alternate universe? Or did he just have indigestion from scoffing his dinner too quickly? What are your theories? Let us know in the comments. Benson is my favourite supernatural writer, so I hope I’ve done justice to ...
Would YOU Go Mad if The Devil Came for you? Classic Thrills for a dark winter's night.
Просмотров 295Месяц назад
The Man in the Bell. Perfect for a cosy winter’s night, this is a story to share by the fire. For Number three in this year's Twelve Frights of Christmas we have a classic story of pschological horror from Scottish author W. E. Aytoun.....*edit* Or do we? Although my 1935 copy of Odham's "The Great Book of Thrillers" lists this as written by W.E Aytoun, other sources show it as authored by Will...
The 2nd Fright of Christmas; Transition by Algernon Blackwood. A thoughtful tale of a final journey
Просмотров 301Месяц назад
A vintage supernatural tale from one of the most prolific and popular writers of the genre. Returning home from Christmas shopping does not go as expected for John Mudbury Written by Algernon Blackwood (1869 - 1951) in 1913. Blackwood was a member of the Hermetic Order of the Golden Dawn. H. P. Lovecraft was known to admire Blackwood's work. Music from #Uppbeat uppbeat.io/t/floor-model/christma...
The 1st Fright of Christmas: Vintage Horror audiobook with Frighteningly original artwork!
Просмотров 420Месяц назад
The First Fright of Christmas for 2024 is a flesh-crawling tale of horror. You may never go back into the water.... Thank you for supporting the Miss Worm channel. You can show your love of our tales by sharing with your friends, watching the ads or signing up for memberships. Click the Join button on my home page or click here: ruclips.net/channel/UCazB-w-KL0CnZxdICuyvvuwjoin If you like the t...
A White Dog; A Listener’s Charming Ghost Story. Written by one of our subscribers!
Просмотров 212Месяц назад
A White Dog by Ann Runacres Today’s story was written by one of our regular listeners. This gentle, whimsical ghost tale is wonderfully charming and a delightful reminder of the unexpected joy that sometimes lingers in the unseen world. My heartfelt thanks to Ann for allowing me to bring this story to life. I hope you all enjoy it as much as I did. Miss Worm MEMBERSHIPS are now available starti...
A Vintage Shiver for Remembrance Sunday by Ulric Daubeny. A forgotten supernatural classic.
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A not-so-idyllic trip through the haunted English countryside provides a memorable experince for aweekend explorer. An abandoned watermill and an unseen assailant almost prove the undoing of Mr Fielding, our hero. A lesser-known spine-tingler from an author that deserves greater recogniiton - if only for his wonderful name! Ulric Evan Daubeny (1888 - 1922) born in Gloucestershire, England, wrot...
Horror at Hallowe'en. A double-bill of vintage supernatural frights.
Просмотров 5262 месяца назад
If you enjoy Miss Worm's broadcasts, please do consider taking up a membership. If you don't, please feel free to gift a membership to all your foes and enemies. Only A Dream by Sir Henry Rider Haggard KBE (1905) Intermission by Miss Worm (2024) My Hobby, - Rather by Nathaniel Parker Willis (1834) H. Rider Haggard is perhaps best known for his adventure stories featuring Allan Quartermain, incl...
Vintage Supernatural Spookiness by Bernard Capes. Narrated beside the fire in an English voice.
Просмотров 4053 месяца назад
An old painting found in a bric-a-brac shop gives the buyer more than they bargained for. Music from Upbeat.io Artwork forged by dwarves. Does anyone actually read this? Let me know if you do by typing the name of your favourite biscuit in the comment section. My favourite? How kind of you to ask: I make a rather fine honey and raisin cookie, but I'm also partial to a digestive. #audiobook #vin...
Vintage Supernatural: Is it a premonition? A Ghost? Or Telepathy? The Glass Ball by Bernard Capes
Просмотров 3014 месяца назад
Written in 1915 by English writer Bernard Capes (1854 - 1918). This classic story from English writer Bernard Capes is not quite a ghost story, yet not a premonition. Is it telepathy? Born in 1854, Mr Capes was a popular and prolific writer. Sound effects from Freesound and Pixabay Music from #Uppbeat uppbeat.io/t/arend/caravan License code: IBYCGWFGG3ZR4ZRM Vintage supernatural ghost classic E...
Moonlight Sonata by Alexander Woollcott (1931). Mild Vintage Horror for a Scary Saturday night
Просмотров 3814 месяца назад
Athough Moonlight Sonata is set in Sevenoaks, England, Alexander Woollcott (1887- 1943) was an American writer, critic and actor. He wrote Moonlight Sonata in 1931. Music from #Uppbeat uppbeat.io/t/soundroll/terror-rising License code: WLAAIS4FUSO1QLED Evil laugh: Evil Laugh 6.wav by Nanakisan freesound.org/s/253528/ License: Attribution 4.0 Spooky wind: zapsplat.com Thunder recorded by Mr Worm...
Dr Fawcett's Experiment by R.Ferrers Broad. Join me by the fire for some classic vintage horror.
Просмотров 4625 месяцев назад
Dr Fawcett's Experiment by R.Ferrers Broad. Join me by the fire for some classic vintage horror.
The Ceremony by Arthur Machen. Audiobook with original artwork.
Просмотров 3646 месяцев назад
The Ceremony by Arthur Machen. Audiobook with original artwork.
Behold! The Gift from YouTube! Bask in our shared glory. #youtubehighfive Thank you everyone & YT.
Просмотров 2646 месяцев назад
Behold! The Gift from RUclips! Bask in our shared glory. #youtubehighfive Thank you everyone & YT.
The Marble Hands. A short, gothic horror audiobook with original artwork. Written by Bernard Capes
Просмотров 4077 месяцев назад
The Marble Hands. A short, gothic horror audiobook with original artwork. Written by Bernard Capes
The Nameless City by H.P.Lovecraft. Vintage Horror. Cthulhu Mythos. 1921.
Просмотров 5728 месяцев назад
The Nameless City by H.P.Lovecraft. Vintage Horror. Cthulhu Mythos. 1921.
The Monkey’s Paw: W. W. Jacobs. Be Careful What You Wish For! Classic Horror.
Просмотров 43110 месяцев назад
The Monkey’s Paw: W. W. Jacobs. Be Careful What You Wish For! Classic Horror.
The 12th Fright for 12th Night: A Haunted Mansion & Dark Deeds - The Ghost's Touch by Fergus Hume
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The 12th Fright for 12th Night: A Haunted Mansion & Dark Deeds - The Ghost's Touch by Fergus Hume
Fright no.11: An alchemist believes he has the power to create life in The Blue Beetle by A G Gray.
Просмотров 636Год назад
Fright no.11: An alchemist believes he has the power to create life in The Blue Beetle by A G Gray.
The Ghost of Christmas Eve by J M Barrie, creator of Peter Pan. A light-hearted Fright for no.10.
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The Ghost of Christmas Eve by J M Barrie, creator of Peter Pan. A light-hearted Fright for no.10.
Fright no.9: Is the late Mrs Ryder really haunting the young new wife? The Snow by Hugh Walpole.
Просмотров 694Год назад
Fright no.9: Is the late Mrs Ryder really haunting the young new wife? The Snow by Hugh Walpole.
A Real Christmas Chiller for Fright no. 8: The Meerschaum Pipe by L.A.Lewis.
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A Real Christmas Chiller for Fright no. 8: The Meerschaum Pipe by L.A.Lewis.
Fright no. 7: The Kit-Bag by Algernon Blackwood. Dare you listen alone? With the light off?
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Fright no. 7: The Kit-Bag by Algernon Blackwood. Dare you listen alone? With the light off?
Fright no.6. An ethereal skater leads a man astray. Is she friend or foe? By E. Wilkinson Peattie.
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Fright no.6. An ethereal skater leads a man astray. Is she friend or foe? By E. Wilkinson Peattie.
Fright no.5: The Trap by H P Lovecraft. A mysterious mirror hides a sinister secret. Audiobook.
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Fright no.5: The Trap by H P Lovecraft. A mysterious mirror hides a sinister secret. Audiobook.
The 4th Fright of Christmas: Smee by A M Burrage. Who was the 13th person in the party of 12?
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The 4th Fright of Christmas: Smee by A M Burrage. Who was the 13th person in the party of 12?
The 3rd Fright of Christmas; Account Rendered by W F Harvey. A spooky audiobook read by the fire.
Просмотров 728Год назад
The 3rd Fright of Christmas; Account Rendered by W F Harvey. A spooky audiobook read by the fire.

Комментарии

  • @sandrarickards886
    @sandrarickards886 День назад

    Just great, just flippin’ great.

    • @missworm
      @missworm 22 часа назад

      Thank you, Sandra. I'm so pleased you're still enjoying the stories. wishing you all the best for 2025💫

  • @gerardosatriano4832
    @gerardosatriano4832 День назад

    riassuntino?

    • @missworm
      @missworm День назад

      Hello, Geraldo. I’m afraid I don’t know what you mean by ‘summary?’ (according to translate). This is the full story. Are you saying you’d like a summary in the description?

  • @chrizzbenyon3993
    @chrizzbenyon3993 2 дня назад

    I'm a bit late reading this. Yuck...I foolishly watched this when I had started eating my tea! You must have searched up and down the country to find shops with the right names over them - you really are committed to your readers! Marvellous illustrations too.

    • @missworm
      @missworm 2 дня назад

      ✨Hello, Chrizz, happy 2025 ✨ There are one or two gruesome pictures in this one, aren’t there? I spent so long making them that I actually managed to give myself nightmares. I hope I haven’t given you indigestion!

  • @dawnmorris5978
    @dawnmorris5978 2 дня назад

    Miss Worm your stories are absolutely Brilliant I love your channel and voice

    • @missworm
      @missworm 2 дня назад

      Thank you very much, Dawn. Next video contains details on a giveaway (Volume I of Wimbourne’s Victorian Ghost stories). Keep an eye out for it, if you fancy a chance at winning.

  • @evelanpatton
    @evelanpatton 2 дня назад

    Thanks!

    • @missworm
      @missworm 2 дня назад

      Thank you very much, Evelan. I hope 2025 is treating you kindly so far. Thank you for spending time with me over the last year, it’s much appreciated.

  • @markc5593
    @markc5593 2 дня назад

    Great story, especially tonight, thanks.

    • @missworm
      @missworm 2 дня назад

      That’s for listening, Mark. I hope you’re not affected by the flooding if you’re here in Blighty 🇬🇧, or the snow if in America.

  • @simonward-horner7605
    @simonward-horner7605 2 дня назад

    Marvellous! Thanks, Miss Worm. I confess to feeling rather sorry for the unfortunate lady ghost.

    • @missworm
      @missworm 2 дня назад

      Me, too. Seemed a bit mean to keep her permanently frozen. I hope she got defrosted at some point!

    • @simonward-horner7605
      @simonward-horner7605 2 дня назад

      @@missworm, she'd make an interesting slushy.

    • @missworm
      @missworm 2 дня назад

      A McGhosties? And then they could say things like, ‘you want extra horror?’ and ‘do you want flies with that?’

    • @simonward-horner7605
      @simonward-horner7605 День назад

      @@missworm chortle, chortle!

  • @nadiaminerva
    @nadiaminerva 3 дня назад

    That was really great! Your reading is so animated but comforting and the sound effects really good. The drops of water st the end. You remind me of one of my favourite readers eho goes by Morgan Scorpion. Shes also from the UK, do you know of her? Shes done some great stuff too but sadly is on a break. Hopefully not forever. I thought at first this was one if your stories but then noticed the differences. You write wonderfully btw. This is my favourite genre, Victorian style ghost or folk horror stories and youve covered some really original ones compareed to the other fairly popular channels that i listen to. Sorry my comment is a little all over the place with probable spelling and grammar errors, I'm very tired and your stories are so good for relaxing to as i drift off. Ive listened to some of them a few times i do admit. Do you do this professionally or for your own pleasure may i ask? The whole production very 'tight', as i believe they say in the music world. I dont usually gush like this, i just felt compelled to tell you how much i enjoy your channel. Thanks again for all the work you put into your work. Really very appreciated ❤

    • @missworm
      @missworm 2 дня назад

      Thank you! I haven’t listened to Morgan Scorpion- thank you for the recommendation, I shall check out her channel. I’m glad you’re enjoying the lesser-known stories, it gives me a good excuse to hunt out more books. Not that I ever really need an excuse! My channel is just for fun, really. It was a spur of the moment idea and I had never read aloud for an audience. I’ve learnt such a lot from doing this - recording, editing and making all the images. Hopefully it’s stopping my brain turning to cheese! The only downside is that it hasn’t left me much time for writing. I’ve written 3 books that I should have put up on Amazon by now and I should be writing the sequel to ‘Who’s Calling?’, too. Everyone has been so very kind and the encouragement keeps me going. I often say that RUclips is like having pen friends all over the world. So, thank *you*, Nadia.

  • @nadiaminerva
    @nadiaminerva 3 дня назад

    Yay!

    • @missworm
      @missworm 3 дня назад

      Hope you enjoy this one, Nadia. I can’t resist doing a silly voice!

    • @nadiaminerva
      @nadiaminerva 3 дня назад

      ❤ LOVED IT! You have a fantastic voice for this kind of work. I hope you get scouted or however this works. Mind you, I'd still want you to enjoy your work. Thats the best we can hope for in life as they say. I would agree when it comes to it. 😊

  • @thedreadtyger
    @thedreadtyger 3 дня назад

    quite the chilling tale

    • @missworm
      @missworm 3 дня назад

      Hello, Dread Tyger. It’s enough to give you chilblains just thinking about it! Hope 2025 is treating you well so far.

  • @TheNerdygirl91
    @TheNerdygirl91 3 дня назад

    The perfect thing to listen to while doing my morning paperwork. Cheers Miss Worm!

    • @missworm
      @missworm 3 дня назад

      Paperwork: now there’s a horror story! Thanks for tuning in, Nerdy Girl. Hope you’re keeping warm.

  • @lindabopp6579
    @lindabopp6579 3 дня назад

    Miss Worm another creepy tale. Right now it's been snowing not raining. Temperature in the teens past few days. If one went out wet they definitely would freeze up too. Thank you our lovely lady 🙏❤️🙏

    • @missworm
      @missworm 3 дня назад

      Lots of flooding here in 🇬🇧 and also snow. Rain and gales where I am, but not too cold - somewhere in the 30s. Thanks for listening, Linda. Stay warm!

  • @amandalee215
    @amandalee215 3 дня назад

    Thank you Miss Worm I look forward to listening this at bed time

    • @missworm
      @missworm 3 дня назад

      Hello, Amanda - this one shouldn’t keep you awake at night!

  • @THESAPPERPREPPERUK
    @THESAPPERPREPPERUK 3 дня назад

    Miss Worm your stories are absolutely Brilliant 🤩 love them keep up the fantastic Work

    • @missworm
      @missworm 3 дня назад

      Hello, Sapper. Thank you for tuning in - I’m glad you’re enjoying the stories. Some of them are quite silly, but it’s nice to have a laugh, isn’t it?

  • @Trixie1829-d8u
    @Trixie1829-d8u 3 дня назад

    Miss Worm, this story had an interesting outcome! Bravo!👏 I hope you are doing well! We are also experiencing rain here and a possible snowstorm later this week. Stay dry! Thanks!🌟

    • @missworm
      @missworm 3 дня назад

      Hello, Trixie. Very wet and windy here on the south coast of England - though not as wet as Harrowby Hall. I hope the worst of the weather passes you by and you don’t end up snowed in.

    • @Trixie1829-d8u
      @Trixie1829-d8u 3 дня назад

      @ I like a good old snow storm; it makes me feel like a child again! I would love to make a snow angel 👼, but someone would have to help me get up off the ground afterwards!😂🤣😂😂😂

    • @missworm
      @missworm 3 дня назад

      When I was about 12 a boy down the road emptied a dustbin full of snow over me. I wasn’t very impressed at the time, but now I realise it was probably a declaration of devotion!

    • @Trixie1829-d8u
      @Trixie1829-d8u 3 дня назад

      @ 🤣😂🤣

  • @JT-2012
    @JT-2012 3 дня назад

    Spooky reading, Miss Worm. You sounded a bit nervous. 😄 Watch out for the large splashes at the end.🤭 Throw another log on the fire and stay warm. 🤗

    • @missworm
      @missworm 3 дня назад

      Was that my attempt at a querulous water ghost? I confess I felt a bit sorry for her at the end!

  • @MarkShaver-pt2rb
    @MarkShaver-pt2rb 8 дней назад

    Thank You

    • @missworm
      @missworm 8 дней назад

      ✨Happy New Year, Mark. I hope you enjoyed the stories - let me know if you had a favourite.