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The Midnight Library

The Midnight Library

Written by: Astonishing Legends Productions
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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 unusual hosts in their unique setting. Just stay in the cordoned off areas and you should be fine…

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Episodes
  • S13 Ep8: The Sin Eater's Buffet

    S13 Ep8: The Sin Eater's Buffet
    Dec 21 2025
    Welcome, Dear Guest! We hope you're hungry for knowledge about getting others into Heaven by risking your own soul, because tonight, we have for you the complete telling of the life of a professional Sin Eater! Included in the telling are "scapegoats" and "whipping boys," with a dash of Holiday cheer brought to you by our own Eric & Jill, who have given Irma a very unique and befitting gift. Now, please saunter up to The Hospitality Tray, but maybe be a bit more choosy with your selections than usual, if you know what we mean...

    Special Thanks to Sounds Like an Earful Music Supply for the amazing music AND sound design.
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    39 mins
  • S13 Ep7: The Ghost Ship, Octavius

    S13 Ep7: The Ghost Ship, Octavius
    Dec 7 2025
    How very good of you to visit, dear guest! Do step into the Reading Room and warm your weary bones near the fire. Tonight, we have just the thing to take your mind off all the dreadfulness in the world- a ship, a ghost ship, The Octavius. Lost, then found, then lost again. And argued about to this day...as to its whereabouts. Rest...and hear the tale of its bold captain and doomed crew who dared to make their ship traverse the Northwest Passage...almost 150 years too early.

    Special Thanks to Sounds Like an Earful Music Supply for the amazing music AND sound design.
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    35 mins
  • S13 Ep6: Beware The Rougarou!

    S13 Ep6: Beware The Rougarou!
    Nov 23 2025
    It's Mr. Darling's birthday! To celebrate (and salivate), tonight's reading will be all about everyone's favorite Cajun werewolf, The Rougarou! If you're ravenous to know just how a French lycanthrope got their claws sunk into the Louisiana swamplands, do we have a fluffy tale to tell you! These fanged beasties are rumored to have influenced a war, and somehow are now in charge of a huge festival held each year! Grab your favorite spot and cuddle up with a wolf pup for this howling good time!

    Special Thanks to Sounds Like an Earful Music Supply for the amazing music AND sound design.
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    37 mins
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This delightful podcast was present one night in my Spotify recommendations. Thinking it might have something to do with Matt Haig's book, I decided to try the first episode. OH! MY!!! Am I glad I did!
It talks about different topics pulled from mythology and history. The hosts are phenomenal! I get lost in the storytelling of Ms. Miranda Merrick and am only brought back when Mr. Darling's gruff voice announces the end. Sounds are played in the background that resonate with the story so well-absolutely amazing! The small commercial breaks in the middle are so ingenious and phenomenal. An absolute gem.

An absolute gem.

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