Episodes

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The Demolition of Demons

So, you’ve got a little demon infestation. Who ya gonna call? More demons, of course! Carefully make your way to The Reading Room, Dear Guests, as tonight

Ms. Merrick holds court in the case of: DEMON Vs. DEMON. Oh and there’s cake!

Join us for tonight’s reading as we go down, down, down where the demons dwell!

Isn’t that a Hell of a thing

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The Amputation Proclamation

Welcome to tonight’s reading, Dear Guests! We believe you’ll find the subject to be quite disarming… Granted the topic is a daunting one, but we are not defeated…

We’re determined to single-handedly tell you everything about… amputations. We promise not to cut anything short. So, get yourself together and join us in The Reading Room for, The Amputation Proclamation

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TML Visits TLM (Loremen Crossover #2 The Ghost of Harry Main)

What if Miranda ever left The Midnight Library? What if she showed up on your doorstep?! This is the fate that’s befallen The Loremen (Now to be referred to as “Those poor Loremen”) Don’t worry, she’s brought her Holiday Snakes and the story of “The Ghost of Harry Main”- Join us as Our Ms. Merrick & Mr. Darling make a surprise visit to stay the night with Mr. James Shakeshaft & Mr. Alasdair Beckett-King.

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Alone with Miranda Merrick

It’s just as terrifying as it sounds. Tonight in a strange twist of fate, you find yourself alone with your favorite mysterious host for an intimate chat in which she answers the curious questions submitted by her trusty patrons. A less guarded, more candid, but always enigmatic Miranda will tell you the answers to some of The Midnight Library’s most asked questions. How did Miranda meet Mr. Darling? What would she teach at Hogwarts? Plus, a true Ouija Board story, actual book recommendations, and a strange confession... What are you just dying to know?

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Wonderous Wendigos

You’ve been hopeful. You’ve been curious, patient, and vigilant. Tonight is your night. The Wendigo, in all of their incarnations, are assembled here in The Midnight Library. They are as anxious to meet you as you are to meet them. Take a seat by the fire or snuggle up with a wolf pup for protection. It’s about to get cold, dark, and oh so dreary… Hooray!!! Welcome, Dear Guests…

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The Danse Macabre

Welcome to The Midnight Library Everyone! It’s so wonderful to have you visit for tonight’s reading. Won’t you please come in to The Reading Room? Please help yourself to tonight’s light refreshments on the hospitality tray-- What’s that, Deary? What is it? ::laughs:: Beggars can’t be choosers, Puppet! If we’re generous enough to hand out rarified treats, I suggest you eat first and hope to live to ask questions later. Um..you’re welcome...honestly.

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Audacious Automatons

Step right this way Dear Guest, over the threshold, on your RIGHT foot.  We wouldn’t want anything bad to happen to you...not here, not in The Midnight Library. As luck would have it, tonight Ms. Miranda will hold you spellbound with tales of Superstition!  From Evil Eyes to shattered mirrors, let us help you turn your luck!

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Very Superstitious

Step right this way Dear Guest, over the threshold, on your RIGHT foot.  We wouldn’t want anything bad to happen to you...not here, not in The Midnight Library. As luck would have it, tonight Ms. Miranda will hold you spellbound with tales of Superstition!  From Evil Eyes to shattered mirrors, let us help you turn your luck!

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Merry Krampus!

‘Tis the season of your folly!  You’ve arrived at The Midnight Library just as were hosting some very special beardy weirdies!  Join us as we welcome Krampus and a few of his relatives for a joyous (in our opinion!) telling of his brutal kind and their traditions!  We Wish You a Merry Krampus!!

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Pre-Death-stination

Tonight’s reading is on the fascinating subject of the art of prediction and predestination. There are simply countless examples of such happenings down through time, the world over! Nearly every holy book and ancient writing contain some, mostly generalized, statements- that predict the future state of humanity in some aspect or another; usually in a catastrophic way. There are hardly any predictions of peaceable Edens, I’m afraid.

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Dare to Make a Deal with The Devil?

Tonight’s reading is about Deals with The Devil. And yes, I know that it’s a distasteful subject to many, but pandering to the masses has never been our forte… and definitely never will be.

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Just a Jack O’Lantern

Happy Halloween, Spooky Lovelies! Tonight’s reading in The Midnight Library is all about Our Friend, Jack! Mr. Jack O’Lantern, if you will. Just where did he come from and why are we all so very fond of him? Hear all about his glowing personality tonight! We can hardly wait to get carving…

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 Ancient Books & Their Curses

Your favorite spooky library reopens just in time for the Spooky Season! And YOU have a front-row seat by the fire while your haunting host, Ms. Miranda Merrick tells you all about Ancient Books & Their Curses! (After all, she would know) And just when you’ve relaxed as you listen…the torture begins

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Great Lakes Monsters Crossover Episode with The Loremen

What has six arms, six legs, two beards, and a witch hat?? A CROSSOVER EPISODE! - between The Midnight Library & The Loremen Podcast!! You’re invited to witness the weird as our own Miranda Merrick holds captive...er...captivates England’s own Alasdair Beckett-King and James Shakeshaft with a water-logged tale of Great Lakes Sea Monsters! Put on your life-jacket and jump right in! The water's...fine

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Human Leatherbound Books

It goes without saying that although The Midnight Library is full of rare books, we may or may not be in possession of those bound with human skin. We ARE, however, excited to tell you all about these skin-laden tomes. How they were made, where you can find them, who they were. We’ve got you covered!

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Stirling Castle & The Green Lady

Tonight we take flight to a far off enchanted place, full of historic lore and ghosts!  Join us as we fly overhead and wander the halls of the mysterious Stirling Castle, where the famed Green Lady will no doubt make an appearance. Over 900 years old and said to host 1,000 ghosts, this is just the change of scenery we’re all in need of!  

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The Tichborne Dole

Gather ‘round and take your seat!  Tonight we tell you the tale of a 900-year-old curse that remains active to this day!  We, at the library, are ready to reveal the proof of it’s punishing powers for all to hear!  Our story begins when Lady Mabella Tichborne made up her mind that her will would be carried out long after her death.  Her wild words created a curse that caused generations of the family to carry out her deathbed wish.  A wish they obey to the letter, even now.

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Behold the Kobolds!

Magic is afoot, Dear Guests!  It’s the BEST kind of magic, too!  What do I mean by best? Well, who wouldn’t like their housework magically done each night, help with their farm, and even their children looked after by durable little fairy folk?  But do beware, as we learn in a vivid way that these helpful beings have an unpredictable side.  Join us in The Midnight Library tonight as we behold the Kobolds!

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