Tales to Terrify 627 Amanda Cecelia Lang & TF Ahmad
Feb 2, 2024
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Authors Amanda Cecelia Lang and TF Ahmad share chilling tales of a resurrected witch seeking answers and a couple facing unsettling dynamics in a new apartment. From rituals of empowerment with snakes and fire to mysterious occurrences and supernatural interventions, these stories will keep you on the edge of your seat.
A long-dead witch's resurrection leads to transformative rebirth amidst snakes and profound changes.
An apartment silently witnesses escalating turmoil between inhabitants, intervening tragically in their conflict.
Deep dives
Dark Secrets Revealed in Tales to Terrify Flash Fiction Contest
The Tales to Terrify podcast announces their Flash Fiction Contest inviting submissions of horror stories capped at 1000 words. Winners get $50, publication on the podcast, and bragging rights. The podcast also promises not to expose entrants to any nefarious entities their stories may have unveiled. Additional stories from runners-up could get featured on a later special episode.
Resurrection of a Long-Dead Witch and New Tenants' Hopeful Apartment
A tale from Amanda Cecilia Lang features a long-dead witch, Lilius Proctor, awakening to her sister's whispered shovel. Her grave, shallow and easily unearthed, leads to her resurrection with a twist. Surrounded by snakes eager for her freedom, Lilius faces a transformative rebirth accompanied by profound changes in her surroundings.
Lilius' Rebirth and Redemption in a Garden of Unmarked Graves
After her unexpected resurrection, Lilius undergoes a transformative journey reclaiming her power. Embracing her new life, she confronts her tormentors and brings about a potent reckoning with the snakes that once plagued her existence. Lilius emerges empowered, guided by a velvet goddess and embracing her role as a harbinger of change.
Perils of Domestic Strife Unleashed in a Darkening Apartment
The apartment becomes a silent witness to the unfolding turmoil between Rick and Cora, culminating in a violent confrontation. As their relationship descends into chaos, the apartment's surroundings reflect the escalating tension and ultimately intervene, leading to a tragic outcome. Through chaos and conflict, the apartment remains a silent observer, harboring secrets and unveiling the darkness within.
Welcome to episode 627. We have two tales for you this week. First, we meet a long-dead witch whose surprise resurrection leaves her crawling with questions. And an apartment with high hopes for its new tenants.
COMING UP
Good Evening: Flash Contest Open: 00:01:06
[Trigger] Amanda Cecelia Lang’s Snake and Sinew, Flame and Bone as read by Janey Napier: 00:04:10
[Trigger] TF Ahmad’s The Apartment as read by Colin Duncan: 00:29:09
TRIGGER WARNINGS
The Apartment contains scenes of Domestic Abuse.
Snake and Sinew, Flame and Bone contains scenes of Animal Death