TWL 1019: Christmassacre 2020 - Algee, Lane, McHugh, Pyles, Hale
Released on 12/24/2020
"Purple and Pall", by Scarlet R. Algee, told by Daniel Foytik and scored by Nico Vettese.
"The Most Wonderful Time of the Year", by Michelle Renee Lane, told by Dana M Lewis, and scored by Nico Vettese.
"Let Nothing You Dismay", by Jessica McHugh, told by Heather Thomas, and scored by Nico Vettese.
"Have Yourself", by Nelson Pyles, told by Cynthia Lowman, and scored by Nico Vettese.
"Frost Thy Blood", by Daniel Hale, told by Nelson Pyles, and scored by Nico Vettese.
Voice of the Librarian: Nelson W. Pyles | Artwork: Jeanette Andromeda | Host / Producer / Showrunner: Daniel Foytik | Executive Producers: Cynthia Lowman, Nelson W. Pyles, Nico Vettese, Scarlett R. Algee Lead Editor: Scarlett R. Algee
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Production Music
"The Wicked Library Theme"
Anthony Rowsick of Novus (novus3.bandcamp.com)
Audio Recording
Final mix by Daniel Foytik, 9th Story Studios: www.9thstory.com
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Main Theme: “The Library Awakens” Nico Vettese
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FX: freesound.org
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Hosted by: Daniel Foytik
TWL 1018: "How I Became a Professional Liar", by Angela Yuriko Smith
Released on 12/14/2020
A woman born with a strange condition relates how she became one of the most popular women in her small town and developed her special skills.
Told by: Sarah Ruth Thomas
Custom Score: Nico Vettese
Voice of the Librarian: Nelson Pyles | Artwork: Jeanette Andromeda | Host / Producer / Showrunner: Daniel Foytik | Executive Producers: Cynthia Lowman, Nelson Pyles, Nico Vettese, Scarlett R. Algee Lead Editor: Scarlett R. Algee
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Enjoy the amazing storytelling talents of Daniel Morden, Welsh Storyteller: danielmorden.org/podcast/
Production Music
"The Wicked Library Theme"
Anthony Rowsick of Novus (novus3.bandcamp.com)
Audio Recording
Final mix by Daniel Foytik, 9th Story Studios: www.9thstory.com
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Main Theme: “The Library Awakens” Nico Vettese
Final Audio Mix: Daniel Foytik, 9th Story Studios LLCz
FX: freesound.org
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Hosted by: Daniel Foytik
TWL 1017: "Hotel Rosella", by Barbara Jean Savoie
Released on 11/30/2020
Jenny, a woman in her early 30s who suffers from a severe, untreated panic disorder is driving cross-country to enjoy a vacation with her friend. When a storm forces her to pull over and wait it out, she's thrown into a situation where a strange reality from another time overlaps our own.
Told by: Mary Murphy
Custom Score: Nico Vettese
Voice of the Librarian: Nelson W. Pyles | Artwork: Jeanette Andromeda | Host / Producer / Showrunner: Daniel Foytik | Executive Producers: Cynthia Lowman, Nelson W. Pyles, Nico Vettese, Scarlett R. Algee Lead Editor: Scarlett R. Algee
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Production Music
"The Wicked Library Theme"
Anthony Rowsick of Novus (novus3.bandcamp.com)
Audio Recording
Final mix by Daniel Foytik, 9th Story Studios: www.9thstory.com
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Main Theme: “The Library Awakens” Nico Vettese
Final Audio Mix: Daniel Foytik, 9th Story Studios LLCz
FX: freesound.org
Produced by: Daniel Foytik
Hosted by: Daniel Foytik
TPC 202: "The Rite of Paris", by Aaron Vlek
Released on 11/08/2020
The Private collector dives fully into Season 2 with this all new episode.
Frank has been through many changes while serving the Librarian, but as Frank shares in this latest adventure, the full extent of that transformation has finally become evident.
Join Frank as he peers behind the the literal curtain into the Librarian's private sanctum and finds new and terrifying secrets, then heads off to Paris, France in search the original score for a deadly ritual disguised as a performance.
Credits
Author: Aaron Vlek | Editor: Daniel Foytik | Adapted for Audio by Daniel Foytik
Cast: Frank Enfield - Daniel Foytik | The Librarian - Nelson W. Pyles | Martine - Erika Sanderson
Music and Score: – Nico Vettese (wetalkofdreams.com)
Producer / Showrunner: Daniel Foytik | Executive Producers: Aaron Vlek, Nico Vettese, Nelson W. Pyles
9th Story Studios: 9thstory.com
“The Private Collector Theme” and Episode Score – Nico Vettese (wetalkofdreams.com)
The Private Collector was created by Aaron Vlek and Daniel Foytik, based on the character “The Librarian” created by Nelson W. Pyles.
© 2018-2019, 9th Story Studios, All Rights Reserved
Production Music
"The Private Collector Theme"
Nico Vettese of We Talk of Dreams
Audio Recording
Final mix by Daniel Foytik, 9th Story Studios: www.9thstory.com
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Main Theme: “The Library Awakens” Nico Vettese
Final Audio Mix: Daniel Foytik, 9th Story Studios LLCz
FX: freesound.org
Produced by: Daniel Foytik
Hosted by: Daniel Foytik
TWL 1016: Halloween 2020 - Braunbeck, Pyles, Peever
Released on 10/31/2020
1: "Light on Broken Glass", by Gary A. Braunbeck | Told by: Nelson W. Pyles | Custom Score: Nico Vettese
2: "The Dinner Conversation", by Nelson W. Pyles | Told by: Erika Sanderson | Vocal Edit and Custom Score: Nico Vettese
3: "Checking Out", by Lydia Peever | Told by: Cynthia Lowman | Vocal Edit: Cynthia Lowman | Custom Score: Nico Vettese
Voice of the Librarian: Nelson W. Pyles | Artwork: Jeanette Andromeda | Host / Producer / Showrunner: Daniel Foytik | Executive Producers: Cynthia Lowman, Nelson W. Pyles, Nico Vettese, Scarlett R. Algee Lead Editor: Scarlett R. Algee
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Production Music
"The Wicked Library Theme"
Anthony Rowsick of Novus (novus3.bandcamp.com)
Audio Recording
Final mix by Daniel Foytik, 9th Story Studios: www.9thstory.com
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Main Theme: “The Library Awakens” Nico Vettese
Final Audio Mix: Daniel Foytik, 9th Story Studios LLCz
FX: freesound.org
Produced by: Daniel Foytik
Hosted by: Daniel Foytik
WFT 20: The Masque of The Red Death, by Edgar Allan Poe
Released on 10/31/2020
Normally, Wicked Fairy Tales is only heard by our supporters at the $5 a month and above level, but since this is the Librarian's favorite time of the year, he couldn't help giving you a little extra treat in preparation for tomorrow's Halloween episode. If you'd like to hear the full version, which also includes a special telling of "The Raven", and get 19 other great dark tales as told by Your Librarian, you can sign up to support the show here on our website or on Patreon.
Enjoy, "The Masque of The Red Death", as told by Your Librarian.
Original Score by Nico Vettese of We Talk of Dreams.
Credits
Storyteller: The Librarian | Score: Nico Vettese | Host / Producer / Showrunner: Daniel Foytik| Executive Producers: Cynthia Lowman, Nelson W. Pyles, Nico Vettese
Production Music
"The Wicked Fairy Tales Theme"
Nico Vettese of We Talk of Dreams (wetalkofdreams.com)
Audio Recording
Final mix by Daniel Foytik, 9th Story Studios: www.9thstory.com
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Audio 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 Vettese
Final Audio Mix: Daniel Foytik, 9th Story Studios LLCz
FX: freesound.org
Produced by: Daniel Foytik
Hosted by: Daniel Foytik
TWL 1015: Two Tales by Jessica McHugh
Released on 10/25/2020
1: "Pick your Path and I'll Pray"
Former forty-niner Elmer Wray thought he left his tragic past at the bottom of a bottle, but when he's called back to his old mining claim, he realizes not all that glitters is gold.
Told by: Graham Rowat
Custom Score: Nico Vettese
2: "Always a Bride"
Whether you're buying the house of tomorrow or falling in love, always make sure to read the fine print.
Told by: Sarah Ruth Thomas
Custom Score: Nico Vettese
Voice of the Librarian: Nelson W. Pyles | Artwork: Jeanette Andromeda | Host / Producer / Showrunner: Daniel Foytik | Executive Producers: Cynthia Lowman, Nelson W. Pyles, Nico Vettese, Scarlett R. Algee Lead Editor: Scarlet R. Algee
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Production Music
"The Wicked Library Theme"
Anthony Rowsick of Novus (novus3.bandcamp.com)
Audio Recording
Vocal edit by Cynthia Lowman. Final mix by Daniel Foytik, 9th Story Studios: www.9thstory.com
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Audio program ©2025 – 9th Story Studios LLC.
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Main Theme: “The Library Awakens” Nico Vettese
Final Audio Mix: Daniel Foytik, 9th Story Studios LLCz
FX: freesound.org
Produced by: Daniel Foytik
Hosted by: Daniel Foytik
TWL 1014: "Thank You for Your Life", by C. Bryan Brown
Released on 10/18/2020
James Keller lives in a world where living requires a REC booster and, for those who can't afford it, death is a medical procedure planned and controlled by the government.
Told by: Graham Rowat
Custom Score: Nico Vettese
Voice of the Librarian: Nelson W. Pyles | Artwork: Jeanette Andromeda | Host / Producer / Showrunner: Daniel Foytik | Executive Producers: Cynthia Lowman, Nelson W. Pyles, Nico Vettese, Scarlett R. Algee Lead Editor: Scarlet R. Algee
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Production Music
"The Wicked Library Theme"
Anthony Rowsick of Novus (novus3.bandcamp.com)
Audio Recording
Vocal edit by Cynthia Lowman. Final mix by Daniel Foytik, 9th Story Studios: www.9thstory.com
9th Story Studios:
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Audio 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 Vettese
Final Audio Mix: Daniel Foytik, 9th Story Studios LLCz
FX: freesound.org
Produced by: Daniel Foytik
Hosted by: Daniel Foytik
TPC 201: "Ancient Salts, PT 2", by Aaron Vlek
Released on 10/11/2020
Frank found himself in a difficult situation last time we checked in on him. The town, empty, the Librarian trapped and himself lost.
In the epic conclusion, Frank finds out more than he ever expected about the Geezers, reality, and himself. We kick off Season two with part two of "Ancient Salts".
Credits
Author: Aaron Vlek | Editor: Daniel Foytik | Adapted for Audio by Daniel Foytik
Cast: Frank Enfield / Crows – Daniel Foytik | The Librarian - Nelson W. Pyles
Music and Score: – Nico Vettese (wetalkofdreams.com)
Producer / Showrunner: Daniel Foytik | Executive Producers: Aaron Vlek, Nico Vettese, Nelson W. Pyles
9th Story Studios: 9thstory.com
“The Private Collector Theme” and Episode Score – Nico Vettese (wetalkofdreams.com)
The Private Collector was created by Aaron Vlek and Daniel Foytik, based on the character “The Librarian” created by Nelson W. Pyles.
© 2018-2019, 9th Story Studios, All Rights Reserved
Production Music
"The Private Collector Theme"
Nico Vettese of We Talk of Dreams
Audio Recording
Final mix by Daniel Foytik, 9th Story Studios: www.9thstory.com
9th Story Studios:
Visit The Wicked Library:
On Facebook: www.facebook.com/thewickedlibrary
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The Wicked Library is created by 9th Story Studios LLC: www.9thstory.com
Audio 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 Vettese
Final Audio Mix: Daniel Foytik, 9th Story Studios LLCz
FX: freesound.org
Produced by: Daniel Foytik
Hosted by: Daniel Foytik
TWL 1013: "And Cast it From You", by Scarlett R. Algee
Released on 09/20/2020
When Kris Winters moves into her grandmother’s house and becomes ill, she thinks it’s allergies. She couldn’t be more wrong.
Told by: Jessica McEvoy
Custom Score: Nico Vettese
Voice of the Librarian: Nelson W. Pyles | Artwork: Jeanette Andromeda | Host / Producer / Showrunner: Daniel Foytik | Executive Producers: Cynthia Lowman, Nelson W. Pyles, Nico Vettese, Scarlett R. Algee Lead Editor: Scarlet R. Algee
Get your copy of The Wicked Library Presents: 13 Wicked Tales on Kindle, or in print. Visit thewickedlibrary.com/read to get your copy today.
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Production Music
"The Wicked Library Theme"
Anthony Rowsick of Novus (novus3.bandcamp.com)
Audio Recording
Final mix by Daniel Foytik, 9th Story Studios: www.9thstory.com
9th Story Studios:
Visit The Wicked Library:
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Audio 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 Vettese
Final Audio Mix: Daniel Foytik, 9th Story Studios LLCz
FX: freesound.org
Produced by: Daniel Foytik
Hosted by: Daniel Foytik
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