Wait..... WHUUTTT???!!! Did not know that. Explains a lot 😁🦄❤️ I am admittedly a little embarrassed as, at almost 50, I cannot be in my bathroom-any bathroom period- with a shower curtain that is closed. Even if I'm not showering. I have to open it and that gives me anxiety. Expect someone or something to be hiding behind it. Doesn't matter if it's daytime. And the curtain HAS to be partially open when I'm showering. Even then I look around the edge every minute. Whenever I have to shut my eyes to rinse my face or whatever 🤞🤞, well, that's stressful to say the least. And all thanks to little Alfred Hitchcock film. Thanks Robert Bloch. Thanks alot. Traumatized for life. 😱😱🤣🤣
“ “Quick-before it’s too late!” I tried not to heed him; tried to break through the paralysis which held me, and to fulfil my vow to rush down to his aid. But his next whisper found me still held inert in the chains of stark horror.” Keep up the good work Jen and Ian and, as always, stay safe!
It reminded me of 'The Way Home', posted not too long ago, with the memory loss, the journey through the rain, and the 'trusting to instinct' as he searched for his identity. Completely different spin, of course, and Bloch's signature shout-outs are always entertaining.
DM: _”An Orc jumps out of the shadows!”_ Me: _”Warren the Wizard casts FIREBALL!”_ Other Players: _”NOOOO!”_ DM: _”That’s an area affect spell and the room is smaller than the Fireball’s area of effect. Do you really...”_ Me: (Rolls) _”I do 70 points of damage.”_ DM: (Sighs) _”The entire room explodes. Due to the confined space everyone takes full damage.”_ Me: _”Warren…”_ DM: (Snatches my character sheet and tears it in half) _”You FOOL! Warren is DEAD!”_
I got into old weird fiction/horror through Lovecraft and this channel, and I must say the things I have read and heard from Bloch are all so wonderful. More accessible than HPL but just as frightening in a classic sort of way.
“One day a caravan of strange wanderers from the South entered the narrow cobbled streets of Ulthar. Dark wanderers they were, and unlike the other roving folk who passed through the village twice every year. In the market-place they told fortunes for silver, and bought gay beads from the merchants.” The Moon is beautiful tonight and so am I, take care.
I wouldn't of heard any of these amazing stories if not for Horrorbabble. Would of really been missing out so thanks for all your efforts and for presenting them in such a professional, well polished package. No one could do it better in my opinion.
Ian, this is an amazing tale-the likes of which I’ve never quite encountered . The first couple minutes was stellar description; I imagine that must be what it feels like to awaken, completely devoid of any conception of self, situation, or history. Great find! Secondly, I can’t take my eyes from the background image you used. Do you have a link to it?
The old Christopher Lee Edgar Allan Poe cassettes in the red box was the gold standard UNTIL i heard my first narration by you Ian, it was either hpl "the whisper in the darkness" or "notebook found in a deserted house" by bloch. You are the highwater mark.
Beyond professional, absolutely one of a kind delivery - as always. I would love to see a collaboration between Horrorbabble and The Cibrarian on some Robert E Howard text.
Another excellent reading of this classic Robert Bloch story! I was hoping you could read Bloch stories like "The Cloak," "Method for Murder," "Home Away from Home" or "The Man Who Collected Poe."
Not too bad, but as is almost always the case, this vampire is not as dead as he should be. Still, the practice of sorcery was one thing that might make one into a vampire.
How I could I overlook this ? What an excellent, little SPOILERS vampire story SPOILERS ! I very like mood this story invokes , all the descriptions and the mystery - those little hints about new identity of protagonist were good. That revile at the end made me think; does being undead wouldn't be worst than actual death if price for eternal life would be to hurt your loved once? I'm sure if I would come back as vampire, I would be a cool anti-hero who drink only criminals! 😂
Oh golly, now I remember who I am! Arthur Ian Gordon Pym, but my friends call me “tekelly Lee!” I know it’s from the Pym book, but what is the specific reference from Poe about, that is also prevalent in mountains of madness? 🤔
Well, the thing was written more than 80 years ago. There have been many stories based on this, so yes, it's predictable. Personally, I feel I've got my money's worth from this story...
I can't remember anything, can't tell if this is true or dream, deep down inside I feel the scream, this terrible silence stops me....Metallica...One. Well done Ian😁
Remember, Bloch wrote Psycho. He has so many great short stories. Imagine having him as your college Creative Writing professor!
Wait..... WHUUTTT???!!! Did not know that.
Explains a lot 😁🦄❤️
I am admittedly a little embarrassed as, at almost 50, I cannot be in my bathroom-any bathroom period- with a shower curtain that is closed. Even if I'm not showering. I have to open it and that gives me anxiety. Expect someone or something to be hiding behind it. Doesn't matter if it's daytime. And the curtain HAS to be partially open when I'm showering. Even then I look around the edge every minute. Whenever I have to shut my eyes to rinse my face or whatever 🤞🤞, well, that's stressful to say the least.
And all thanks to little Alfred Hitchcock film.
Thanks Robert Bloch. Thanks alot. Traumatized for life. 😱😱🤣🤣
“ “Quick-before it’s too late!” I tried not to heed him; tried to break through the paralysis which held me, and to fulfil my vow to rush down to his aid. But his next whisper found me still held inert in the chains of stark horror.”
Keep up the good work Jen and Ian and, as always, stay safe!
It reminded me of 'The Way Home', posted not too long ago, with the memory loss, the journey through the rain, and the 'trusting to instinct' as he searched for his identity. Completely different spin, of course, and Bloch's signature shout-outs are always entertaining.
Absolutely!
Yes, I thought this would turn into the prequel. ^ ^
DM: _”An Orc jumps out of the shadows!”_
Me: _”Warren the Wizard casts FIREBALL!”_
Other Players: _”NOOOO!”_
DM: _”That’s an area affect spell and the room is smaller than the Fireball’s area of effect. Do you really...”_
Me: (Rolls) _”I do 70 points of damage.”_
DM: (Sighs) _”The entire room explodes. Due to the confined space everyone takes full damage.”_
Me: _”Warren…”_
DM: (Snatches my character sheet and tears it in half) _”You FOOL! Warren is DEAD!”_
Well played😂
The part where he sees the mirror was a neat reference to Lovecraft's "The Outsider" :)
Brilliant story. Brilliant viewpoint and twist on an old trope, and the only person who's narration could do it justice is you Ian
Absolutely Stellar! I feel kinda bad for him
Thank you😊
I got into old weird fiction/horror through Lovecraft and this channel, and I must say the things I have read and heard from Bloch are all so wonderful. More accessible than HPL but just as frightening in a classic sort of way.
Ha! That possibility never occurred to me. Excellent story!
Absolutely 💯 awesome thanks again Ian 😎👍👍
Great writing thanks u for a great story x
@@shirleypearl2166 🙂👍👍👍
“One day a caravan of strange wanderers from the South entered the narrow cobbled streets of Ulthar. Dark wanderers they were, and unlike the other roving folk who passed through the village twice every year. In the market-place they told fortunes for silver, and bought gay beads from the merchants.”
The Moon is beautiful tonight and so am I, take care.
Cat chat!
@@alpha1solace Patience my friend and all will be revealed.
Gripping story.Excellent narration.
I wouldn't of heard any of these amazing stories if not for Horrorbabble.
Would of really been missing out so thanks for all your efforts and for presenting them in such a professional, well polished package.
No one could do it better in my opinion.
Amazing story. Your voice Ian is perfect for this. I just can't express the joy of listening this story.
I love his voice also! Blessings from London!☮️
A treat for Bloch Heads. 😊
Very satisfying ending, thank you!
Another delightful story
another bloch one! that's super awesome! great job in uncovering this gem!!!
Ian, this is an amazing tale-the likes of which I’ve never quite encountered . The first couple minutes was stellar description; I imagine that must be what it feels like to awaken, completely devoid of any conception of self, situation, or history. Great find!
Secondly, I can’t take my eyes from the background image you used. Do you have a link to it?
Thanks Rip! Here's a link to the image: unsplash.com/photos/lhnOvu72BM8
Love this channel! (Besides the "Warren is dead" intro on EVERY SINGLE VIDEO)
What a thrilling and different take on a vampire tale.
Good one! I've never heard of it. Thanks!
The old Christopher Lee Edgar Allan Poe cassettes in the red box was the gold standard UNTIL i heard my first narration by you Ian, it was either hpl "the whisper in the darkness" or "notebook found in a deserted house" by bloch. You are the highwater mark.
Thanks for the kind words, Rev.
Ohhhh, this is a good one! I love the ending!
Great story by Mr. Block, narrated by the peerless Ian Gordon!
I should have gone around the Bloch, rather than up the Gainesville Pike to the Big Cypress Swamp...Warren!
Too true.
@@Eris123451 -- Too late to beat it now!...Hope Carter made it! Warren!
Beyond professional, absolutely one of a kind delivery - as always. I would love to see a collaboration between Horrorbabble and The Cibrarian on some Robert E Howard text.
"You're dead!" "Yes! But I survived!"
A cautionary tale of how Death negatively impacts relationships. Maybe counseling will help. Another great presentation..
An excellent road Bloch
Great narration as always! What a story!
Damn this is good stuff. Keep it up, I love your narration 😊
Great stuff as always 😊
Excellent!
Thank you!
Ending such a descriptive, intriguing story with a line like that caught me off guard. Almost made me laugh. Great reading as always.
I love your audio books. My favorites are Tony and the Beetles and House on the Borderland.
Thanks for listening! Good choices.
A new one for me.
Another excellent reading of this classic Robert Bloch story! I was hoping you could read Bloch stories like "The Cloak," "Method for Murder," "Home Away from Home" or "The Man Who Collected Poe."
Ah what a fool i am, thinking Warren to be alive
"And I my Robert Bloch..."
Today someone called me a Bloch head and I told them they were right
I'm ready Ian. Pipe and drink in hand. 💀
Thank god for that! I thought he might have been a werewolf, who are the chavs of the supernatural world
Ha!
Shout out to Cleveland! Woohoo!
I initially thought this was some ye olde robo cop story! But twigged after a bit the actual situation x
Niiiiice!!😸🙌
Awesome voice man
Not too bad, but as is almost always the case, this vampire is not as dead as he should be. Still, the practice of sorcery was one thing that might make one into a vampire.
Listening from the ukwales ❤️
How I could I overlook this ? What an excellent, little SPOILERS vampire story SPOILERS ! I very like mood this story invokes , all the descriptions and the mystery - those little hints about new identity of protagonist were good. That revile at the end made me think; does being undead wouldn't be worst than actual death if price for eternal life would be to hurt your loved once? I'm sure if I would come back as vampire, I would be a cool anti-hero who drink only criminals! 😂
sorry guys. but probably this is completely sui generis. but - omg - that was freaking hilarious.
Fangtastic!
Oh golly, now I remember who I am! Arthur Ian Gordon Pym, but my friends call me “tekelly Lee!” I know it’s from the Pym book, but what is the specific reference from Poe about, that is also prevalent in mountains of madness? 🤔
I love horrorbabble u fool Warren is dead love saying it lol 😆
Ian, would it be possible for you to do Bloch's The Faceless God? Thanks
That one is still under copyright, Jonathan!
@@HorrorBabble ahh ok. another guy who I like had read it and it disappeared. makes sense. thanks.
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Warren is dead squad!
Who, where, why… what?
SPOILERS in the replies.
Arther Derwin , summit st/ Brahman street /
Messing around with occult and turned into a vampire
@@richardstrachmesserschmiti4979 well thats a reminder never to read the comments before listening to the full story ever again, if anything.
@@yondertf2 Yes. I saw the answer popping up among the notifications. Luckily I didn’t have my glasses on.
Horror✌📚
195-✅👍🏻
1.5/5 predictable, lame
Well, the thing was written more than 80 years ago. There have been many stories based on this, so yes, it's predictable. Personally, I feel I've got my money's worth from this story...
I can't remember anything, can't tell if this is true or dream, deep down inside I feel the scream, this terrible silence stops me....Metallica...One. Well done Ian😁
Yeah, I was reminded of that too