HorrorBabble's GHOST STORIES: Volume 1

A broad selection of ghost stories both classic and obscure.
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0:00:00 - Introduction
0:00:34 - The Phantom Coach
0:36:12 - Blind Man's Buff
0:48:40 - The Third Coach
1:24:32 - That Time of the Night
1:43:52 - The Late Mourner
1:54:26 - There Was A Man Dwelt by a Churchyard
2:01:56 - The Malice of Inanimate Objects
2:11:58 - An Evening's Entertainment
2:40:24 - Masquerade
2:56:18 - At the Gate
3:07:52 - Lucy Comes to Stay
3:21:38 - The Last Incarnation
3:36:36 - He
4:06:24 - The Tomb
4:34:46 - Ye Goode Olde Ghoste Storie
4:40:19 - Further Listening
"The Phantom Coach" by Amelia B. Edwards
A man becomes lost on the moors during a snow storm.
"Blind Man's Buff" by H. R. Wakefield
A cheap piece of real estate...
"The Third Coach" by H. R. Wakefield
A strange train crash.
"That Time of the Night" by Ian Gordon
That peculiar period in the early hours...
"The Late Mourner" by Julius Long
The man received a shock when he saw the face in the coffin...
"There Was A Man Dwelt by a Churchyard" by M. R. James
A watcher of nightly funerals.
"The Malice of Inanimate Objects" by M. R. James
Inanimate objects are out to harm us...
"An Evening's Entertainment" by M. R. James
Strange goings-on in a quiet English village.
"Masquerade" by Mearle Prout
Stark horror in a lantern-lit garden.
"At the Gate" by Myla Jo Closser
What happens to our beloved dogs when they pass on?
"Lucy Comes to Stay" by Robert Bloch
Lucy is a 'bad influence'.
"The Last Incarnation" by Wallace West
An evil presence lingering close to a dying boy.
"He" by H. P. Lovecraft
A strange man reveals the secrets of Greenwich Village.
"The Tomb" by H. P. Lovecraft
A man becomes obsessed with a mausoleum.
"Ye Goode Olde Ghoste Storie" by William A. P. White
A chilling chamber...
How about some Lovecraftian artifacts?
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[@goopah]

So many of these are favorites, but I still think the first one tops them all (Phantom Coach). I just adore the atmosphere the author created, along with the near-film-like visuals described so clearly, I nearly felt it was happening to me. You can't go wrong with a setting on the moors, especially in winter. Very few writers can still manage this today. Also perfectly narrated, as always. We are so spoiled.

[@donaldmccleary9015]

I agree. Great point. These are excellent tales. I really like "The Phantom Coach" as well. I agree these folks knew how to write. There are few newer stories that draw me in like these older ones. These authors had a way of telling a darn good yarn. I also think their excellent grasp of writing skills and amazing descriptions of the environment add to it all.

[@goopah]

@@donaldmccleary9015 When I first started listening here to Ian, it was strictly because of his amazing voice to put me to sleep. I had it my head all my life that these "Weird Tales" kinds of stories were written by hacks, and were not any good. Imagine my surprise when I began to realize that holy cow, these people could write amazingly well. And some of these stories are just phenomenal. Thus I am saddened these days when I read horribly-written posts online in various places (some by professional writers) that make me question whether good writing is even taught anymore. Don't get me wrong; I think there are great writers out there who still want to hone their craft. It's just that most of our society no longer seems to place any value on good writing. To wit: The recent focus on KZbin plagiarism, and all the folks who came out of the woodwork to defend the plagiarists. And I'm starting to rant, but hopefully my meaning came through. ;-)

[@DenWell-SeedsOfChaos]

I really enjoyed That Time of the Night. It is my favourite in this video. I can relate to it in a way that disturbs and disquiets me.

[@BaseDeltaZero1972]

"At the Gate" They were truly the goodest boys!

[@lovely1762]

These stories are interesting but, the voices ade pure prefection....it feels like Im there.

[@THEPAGEBURNER1979]

The coach can you imagine being in that stink in the coach this is such a great story thanks Ian. Simon from Bite size audio did a killer job on this 😅superb performance

[@user-ln3kh3ku4u]

Yes simon is excellant .Christmas eve on the old huke is my fav .

[@DownwithLiberalscum]

Are you mental ? Seriously, read your comment.

[@ScullyPopASMR]

Your channel is GENIUS TO THE NTH DEGREE.

[@syrius20]

Thank you! This is awesome beyond description; like an entity from aeons past, only visible to those who have already lost their minds after witnessing the incommensurable horror contained in the dark walls of R'lyeh, and survived... Awesome! :)

[@joz6683]

Thanks in advance for the nightmare fuel for the next month. Thanks again to everyone involved.

[@along5925]

What a fabulous collection! Some I've read, some not. Looking forward to listening to all...this is a treat! Later... listened last night. Saving other half for tonight. Lots of fun, thanks so much.

[@GreenMochi420]

Those were fire! The dogs in heaven made me teary eyed 🥲

[@musicsaves71590]

I love this channel so much. I use it to fall asleep as the stories as great and Ian has such a soothing voice. Thanks for all y'all do!

[@oddjob4212]

"At the gate" warmed my heart. I my dog passed away recently.I had her for nearly 11 years and she meant a lot to me..hearing that story makes not having her around a bit easier,so thank you.

[@jeffashley5512]

Another great collection to start my weekend at the arcade. Always have at least a couple of people ask what I'm listening to. 💀

[@BertieShaul-mn4qc]

It doesn't get much better than this! Thanks Ian, wonderful compilation!

[@tishahouse846]

Listening from the ukwales ❤

[@MachineSpirit101]

There’s nothing quite like a good ghost story.

[@ryanhkimmel]

At the gate is such a fun and whimsical story for inclusion in this ghost stories volume haha. Cute dogs for all in the afterlife! And manors apparently

[@AcornElectron]

“But of what followed, and of the reason I was found alone and dazed on the edge of the swamp next morning, …..” Great for afternoon napping I assume and as I will attest to on the eve of the morrow. ❤ Keep up the good work and, as always, stay safe!

[@Eris123451]

The Recurring Doom.

[@soulreaver1983]

Brilliant as always thanks Ian!

[@robbabcock_]

What an unexpected treat!

[@Suchega_Uber]

I haven't thought about some of these in ages. Good selection.

[@lindadean3374]

Thanks HB.🌻🌻Love ur stories & ur excellent narrative style…SO…a 4hr. Utube video is AWESOME 👍🏾👍🏾💕💕

[@gravestone4840]

Warren is my favorite ghost.

[@thurayya8905]

This was the most delightful collection! Your narration was impeccable and I enjoyed every minute of it. Thank you.

[@DennisMoore664]

All I need now is a dark and stormy night.

[@PhilipBelcher-qn3wf]

Love a good ghost story, and there are some pearlers here😊😊❤

[@stephaniestevenson6335]

Thanks for the new compilation. I am in dire need of this!

[@thehobbyzoo6124]

There are very few ghost stories that really scare me and freak me out like the phantom coach

[@nickash7686]

Yes. It is that time

[@thecreepyconnoisseurs21]

after binging this channel, two important things have been learned: i am a fool, and Warren is dead.

[@FergieTheTaurus]

These are great stories!

[@CJ-uf6xl]

Brilliant!

[@user-ln3kh3ku4u]

Way hay I do love mr horrerbabble narration in ghost storys as my favs thank u ❤

[@bigsarge2085]

❤️‍🔥

[@antirealist]

You would be a perfect narrator for "The Castle of Otranto" by Horace Walpole - 1764; considered the first gothic (horror) novel in western literature... as far as I know from Wikipedia.

[@HorrorBabble]

I've considered it, but it's rather lengthy.

[@goopah]

@@HorrorBabble I'm up for it if you are!

[@goopah]

Also, thanks @antirealist for tuning me into this Horace Walpole. I had seen the name before, but had to look him up. Quite a history there, not to mention his fascinating home.

[@andreasfilis9001]

I can't choose one!

[@anthonybarnwell767]

Sweeeet

[@donaldmccleary9015]

Already listened to the individual tales. However, they are so good I am goving them another listen. They are all awesome and thoroughly enjoyable. Great work! Thanks!

[@RestoredSparda]

You fool.

[@datsweetsansabooty]

3:16

[@larsgadell5016]

Geowfeci?

[@mikemoore4033]

You fool! Warren is really poorly!

[@AcornElectron]

Pictures look AI ish. Something not quite right.

[@sarge4455]

Go somewhere else and cry

[@HorrorBabble]

3 of them are! The rest came from the public domain (with some edits).

[@AcornElectron]

@@HorrorBabble Well I’ll be damned, I wonder if I can tell which 3. Might have another listen.

[@edmundkempin3170]

The only thing scary about 'The Third Coach's is how badly written it is 🫠, what a load of crap that 'story' is