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The Midnight Library

Astonishing Legends Productions

Proudly brought to you by the fine folks at the Astonishing Legends Podcast- Not just another show but a place you can go: The Midnight Library. You alone, can climb the stairs of the strange, old Victorian mansion and be somewhat welcomed by your Hosts, Miranda Merrick & Mr. Darling. Curl up in a window seat or beside the grand fireplace and hear a tale of times long ago. Be transported to forgotten lands, learn about ancient customs and mysterious happenings… all in the company of your

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36:00

S11 Ep4: The Mummer's March

The Midnight Library ·

2024/11/25

You know what must be done. You know what you must do. Reach way back into your closet and retrieve your black ceremonial robes -or- grab some glitter and a hot-glue gun! The choice is yours! Tonight Miranda will tell you all about the weird and wonderful history of Mummers...and where you can find and join in with them today... safely, of course...Special Thanks to Sounds Like an Earful Music Supply for the amazing music AND sound design.

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35:19

S11 Ep3: Werewolf of Bedburg

The Midnight Library ·

2024/11/09

Gruesome Greetings Dear Guests! Please take note of our repeated use of the word "gruesome" for this wild and wonderful werewolf tale is not for the faint of heart. If, however, you have the stomach and guts enough to simply let such ghastly things splash all over you without batting an eye (or ear)- Well! Do we have a lurid legend to share with you! The Werewolf of Bedburg. And yes, Mr. Darling is fond of this story!**Special guest cameo by John Darling Special Thanks to Sounds Like an Earful

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38:14

S11 Ep2: First Familiars Alice Kyteler

The Midnight Library ·

2024/10/27

Welcome to The Reading Room, Spooky Lovelies! Imagine being accused of witchcraft because of the cute, little pets you own-- and that cute, little mole on your chin... and several of your spouses dropping dead while in your care. Please find your favorite spot because tonight, Ms. Merrick has for you, the spellbinding story of the very first familiars, and the first witch in Ireland to be accused of having them in her service, Alice Kyteler. And yes, your familiars are certainly welcome in The

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25:13

S11 Ep1: Scared All The Time Crossover - Beyond the...

The Midnight Library ·

2024/10/13

Welcome Back, Spooky Lovelies! We begin tonight's reading with a dire warning about treading where you ought not to, specifically inside notorious haunted houses...and protected properties. But it seems no matter how many times Miranda warns the humans, they always think nothing bad will ever happen to them. Join us tonight as Ed & Chris from Scared All The Time travel beyond the cordoned-off areas and fool around and find out in this, the premier reading of Season 11 of The Midnight

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14:01

A Short Story About You - Season 11 Announcement

The Midnight Library ·

2024/09/15

We know. We know you're waiting almost patiently for The Midnight Library to reopen its doors for "The TRULY Most Wonderful Time of the Year" And we have the scoop on when this will happen! But first, we have a short story... about YOU. Join us to hear this- and when you can claim your favorite spot in The Reading Room for Season 11!

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37:41

S10 Ep9: The Great Moon Hoax of 1835

The Midnight Library ·

2024/08/11

"EXTRA! EXTRA! HEAR ALL ABOUT IT! Please find your favorite cozy spot in The Reading Room, Dear Guest! Tonight we have a special, surprising, and even shocking tale for you: The Great Moon Hoax of 1835! Have you ever wondered if there's really anything interesting on the moon? People long ago did too, and wow did they get the early scoop on the troop of wild beings that you're unlikely to be informed about in modern times. But never fear, we'll fill you in! Now, grab a wolf pup and listen up as we

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33:52

S10 Ep8: The Spell of the Spider

The Midnight Library ·

2024/07/28

Welcome, Dear Guests! Please come through quickly and find your favorite, cozy spot in The Reading Room. If you’re feeling a little itchy or antsy, that’s to be expected as tonight’s reading is on the subject of Spider Lore! So please ignore the tickling of the fine hairs on your neck and refrain from jumping or shrieking because we have many spiders to catch!Special Thanks to Sounds Like an Earful Music Supply for the amazing music AND sound design.

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42:01

S10 Ep7: Pubs Most Haunted!

The Midnight Library ·

2024/07/14

Please come out with us for a little drink, won't you, dear guest? Tonight we're on the prowl for spooky pubs. Pubs Most Haunted! That's what you get when you build a public house on ancient Ley Lines or inside of the world's oldest, prehistoric stone circle. Oh, and it helps to have a load of shifty characters living there down through time, along with the performing of mysterious rituals, and a slew of dreadful murders. These components make troubled spirits feel right at home! Please take your

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42:05

S10 Ep6: The Loremen Crossover - The Bedtime Story

The Midnight Library ·

2024/06/30

Back by popular demand! The Loremen return to The Midnight Library for a comforting slumber party! Well, that's probably not what they'll tell you, but maybe you shouldn't be so trustful of two strange men who call themselves "The Loremen". Tonight, James Shakeshaft & Alasdair Beckett-King find themselves holed up in The Red Room, and actually have the nerve to request a bedtime story to be told to them by your host, Miranda Merrick! (How else would we end up with a horror warning?) Please get

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41:23

S10 Ep5: Essential Eccentrics!

The Midnight Library ·

2024/06/16

Is your uncle the one that makes little suits of armor for his pet squirrels- or is that you? There's a rumor that Miranda was raised by someone who insisted that their pet horse eat in the kitchen. There's a bishop in the village who wears a Batman costume under his holy robes (you didn't hear that from us though). Eccentrics are some of the most colorful people you may ever have the pleasure of knowing. Tonight, let us introduce you to some doozies! There's a natural-born showman in furs &

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34:39

S10 Ep4: Bejeweled Skeletons- Bone Bling!

The Midnight Library ·

2024/06/02

What will you wear for eternity? Will your bones go bare while others are dripping with gold and precious jewels? Probably. But let us fill you in on how some have come to be covered in a king's ransom of rubies and diamonds- and how you can see them! And, if The League of Lady Gravediggers have their way... how you can join them. Grab your favorite spot and hold on to your bones because things are about to get weird in The Reading Room as we introduce you to The Bejeweled Skeletons!Special Thanks

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37:06

S10 Ep3: PAN! Ancient Goat-Horned God

The Midnight Library ·

2024/05/19

Please choose your favorite spot in The Reading Room as we traverse the mists of time and call out to the legendary, robust Greek God, PAN. Revel in his divine company and reap the lavish rewards of your sacrifice! Your haunting host, Miranda Merrick, will tell you of the rumored birth of the god, stories of his life and times... and just where you might look to find hints of his existence that linger on today. Don't be sheepish. Join us!Special Thanks to Sounds Like an Earful Music Supply for the

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42:36

S10 Ep2: DIVINATION - It's What's for Dinner!

The Midnight Library ·

2024/05/05

Greetings Spooky Lovelies! We assume you received your personal dinner invitation for tonight's reading? Maybe you missed it. It was written in the red veins of the Sorrel lettuce on The Hospitality Tray last week. Oh well. You're here now, so please take your favorite seat as your scrumptious host, Ms. Miranda fills you in on all of the sly and easy methods of Food Divination! Apples. Onions, eggs, cheese, and bones will all be served up and at your service to find out everything you need to know

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S10 Ep1: The Birth of Irma

The Midnight Library ·

2024/04/21

Tonight! The story so many of you have been asking to hear: The Birth of Irma! Just how did this little Sugar Booger come into being? From whence did she come? How did we all become so possessed by her? Join us tonight to hear the heated story of her Underworld origin!Special Thanks to Sounds Like an Earful Music Supply for the amazing music AND sound design.

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S9: Season 10 Announcement & A Question: Are You A...

The Midnight Library ·

2024/03/31

CALLING ALL SPOOKY LOVELIES! We have an announcement about Season 10 for you! We also have a question- Are you one of our beloved missing ones? Find out in this short message from Miranda!

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42:54

S9 Ep9: The Murder of Durable Mike Malloy

The Midnight Library ·

2024/02/05

Greetings, My Dear... Lone... Guest, I thought I'd have you in for tea on this beautiful, early fall evening... to discuss... MURDER. But, not just any murder... a slow, plotting, gentle murder... at least at first. The clueless victim didn't even realize he was being murdered, so that's better, right? We think so. Please, make yourself comfortable alone here with me and... enjoy your treats and tea. And everything... will be just fine... eventually. Love, Mirandaps. wear gloves if you have

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33:47

S9 Ep8: Owls: The Harbingers of Doom

The Midnight Library ·

2024/01/22

RAVENOUS RAPTOR FANS REJOICE! Tonight, by special request, we celebrate OWLS!-- and all that they are amazingly capable of! Even if you have a fear of owls, we invite you to cozy up in The Reading Room to hear of their luscious history and alluring lore... and even what they're hungry for. Keep your eyes peeled for our Miss Harlow... if you have no fear... yet. Special Thanks to Sounds Like an Earful Music Supply for the amazing music AND sound design.

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42:43

S9 Ep7: The Victorian Obsession with Shrunken Heads

The Midnight Library ·

2024/01/08

My very dear guest, we have a rather unique and meaningful story as tonight's offering here in The Reading Room. It will undoubtedly pique your morbid interest, as the subject is "The Victorian Obsession with Shrunken Heads" But more than this, I believe it will touch, or even awaken, something with in you that will cause you to think differently about this dire subject- and the two groups of people and the victims of the process whom the story is about. It's my honor to share their story with

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40:37

S9 Ep6: Fairies in Art!

The Midnight Library ·

2023/12/25

Welcome in Dear Guest! We know that some of you have been waiting for another visit to this beloved topic for quite some time, so tonight, we have a spritely telling of Fairies in Art! These enchanting creatures live in the hearts and minds of people all over the globe, and thanks to some magically gifted artists, now everyone can see them!... not just us. Your ethereal host will describe for you, 2 paintings, Midsummer Eve, by Edward Robert Hughes, and Spirit of the Night, by John Atkinson

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34:55

S9 Ep5: Romulus, Remus, & Lupercalia!

The Midnight Library ·

2023/12/11

Do we "not" have a surprise for YOU, Dear Guests! Tonight your bewitching host has for you- the amazing story of Romulus, Remus, & Lupercalia, the ancient feast day, and in-the-buff frenzied frolic that brought romance and fertility to lovers for perhaps thousands of years... and we're totally "not" reviving the wild tradition...nor will we tell you exactly where and when ...and what to wear to the celebration, so "don't" listen closely (wink, wink) Special Thanks to Sounds Like an Earful Music

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