Bleakwood

Hollow Stone Press

Something is very wrong in the small town of Bleakwood. Strange mysteries and terrifying creatures now lurk in the shadows of this once ordinary place.

In the new horror podcast Bleakwood from Hollow Stone Press, the mysterious narrator sets out to uncover the darkness that has fallen over the town. With each new episode, he delves deeper into uncanny tales from Bleakwood’s residents, piecing together clues to the source of the town's corruption.

What sinister force has torn open the veil between worlds, letting horrors leak into Bleakwood? And can the narrator ever hope to reseal the wound and restore normalcy? Join him on his unnerving investigation as he trails ghosts, monsters and unspeakable things that should not be.

Through classic British folktales and modern creepypastas alike, Bleakwood will send chills down your spine and leave you peering into the shadows, wondering what otherworldly terrors might lurk just out of sight. This paranormal podcast is guaranteed to haunt your dreams for nights to come. So listen if you dare - but the truths unearthed may be too terrifying to comprehend.

Created and narrated by Blood on the Motorway author Paul Stephenson and with stories by some of the most exciting voices in British modern Horror, subscribe to Bleakwood for a fresh story every month.

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What tore a hole in the world? Can we ever get it back? Introducing Bleakwood, a horror podcast from the creator of Blood on the Motorway and the Sunset Chronicles.In Bleakwood, Hollow Stone Press's new horror podcast, listeners will explore the dark corners of a small English town, as host Paul Stephenson delves into tales out of the ordinary from this seemingly ordinary town. From classic ghost stories to terrifying creature features, Bleakwood will leave listeners haunted for days to come. But each story is a hint, a fragment found in a world beyond the world's end.As the narrator says:In the years since the fall, many of us have tried to find out why. To find what lead us here. But with so much of the old world gone, there are more questions than answers. What tore a hole in the world? Can we ever get it back?But I think I’ve found something. A binder in the rubble. Don’t ask me where. Full of stories about a little town called Bleakwood, stories that seem to show a way that….They’re not in any order, really. And I might be wrong. They might not have the answer. But I think it’s in here.A way back. To the before. Listen, I’m just going to read them out, and you judge for yourself.With stories by authors including Dan Howarth, Helen Lane, Sam Tindale, and many more, Bleakwood is the perfect podcast for all horror fans. Each episode brings a fresh new tale of terror from the mysterious town, while the narrator tries to put together the greatest puzzle ever - what do these stories have to do with the world's end? Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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Let's all hold hands and go to the Beef Place...Beef Stuart was written by Luke Kondor, and read by Paul Stephenson. Luke is the voice and one of the showrunners of THE OTHER STORIES, an award-winning weekly horror fiction podcast with over 10 million downloads He writes weird/scary/funny stuff in a variety of mediums. Recently, this includes the incredible bizarro book, MY DOG SHITS CASH, the interactive fiction game, YOU’RE GOING TO DIE!, and a free mini-comic book called TOAST. In 2015, Luke won the best Low-Budget Film Award at the London Short Film Festival for a film he made in 7 days with no camera and no money. It was called KEITH. Luke is also part-owner of the independent story studio, HAWK & CLEAVER, which brings you the best horror, sci-fi, and thriller stories this side of the apocalypse, and he works from a dining room table in the middle of Sherwood Forest. For more, check out lukekondor.comIf you're enjoying Bleakwood, make sure to leave us a review, and check out Paul's other podcast, Blood on the Motorway. Search for it now in your favourite podcatcher.Bleakwood is a Hollow Stone Press Production. Find out more at Bleakwoodpod.com.We’ll be back next month, with more tales from Bleakwood. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Caller, You're On The Air

Caller, You're On The Air

Sometimes the night shift at Radio Bleakwood can be murder....Caller You're On The Air is the finale of the first season of Bleakwood, and was written, produced, and performed by Paul Stephenson. For more from Paul, visit https://paulstephensonbooks.com, where you'll find the first two books in his apocalyptic thriller trilogy Blood on the Motorway available as free ebook downloads, or to buy in paperback. Come back next month for more Bleakwood.Bleak-sky: https://bsky.app/profile/bleakwood.bsky.socialPaul-sky: https://bsky.app/profile/prsbooks.bsky.social Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

He's going to find out who's naughty....Bloody Santa was written and performed by Paul Stephenson. It originally appeared as an episode of The Night’s End Podcast, which you can find at nightsendpodcast.com. Find more of Paul's writing at paulstephensonbooks.com. Bleakwood is a Hollow Stone Press production. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

When little Netty goes searching for clues about the mysterious disappearance of the previous quarry manager's daughter, she discovers the town holds more than one long-hidden truth.Reckoning is written by Sam Tindale and Narrated by Paul StephensonBleakwood is a Hollow Stone Press productionhttps://hollowstone.substack.com/https://bsky.app/profile/bleakwood.bsky.social Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

When strange animal behaviors lead environmentalist David to an isolated convent in Bleakwood, he discovers a dark secret hidden within its bell tower. To escape, David must find a way to survive the unholy terror that stalks the shadows above.Revitalisation is written by Kev Harrison. Kev Harrison is a writer of dark fiction and English language teacher from the UK, living and working in Lisbon, Portugal. His subterranean horror novella, Below, is out now from Brigids Gate Press, while his debut novella, The Balance, is also available through Lycan Valley Press. His short fiction collection, Paths Best Left Untrodden is available through Northern Republic. His debut novel, Shadow of the Hidden, arrives in March 2024 through Brigids Gate Press.Find Kev at:https://kevharrisonfiction.substack.com/https://kevharrisonfiction.com/https://www.amazon.co.uk/stores/Kev-Harrison/author/B06ZZDY6G3https://bsky.app/profile/kevharrison.bsky.socialRead by Paul Stephenson:https://hollowstone.substack.com/https://paulstephensonbooks.com/https://bsky.app/profile/prsbooks.bsky.socialA Hollow Stone Press Production Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Welcome back to Bleakwood. It’s been a while. I’m going to try and get these dispatches out to you once a month from now on. It’s been too…The OaksAmanda Temple was having a good day, even with the threat of a full shift at Pentarkle Industrial hanging over it. But this shift will not be like the others. This time, she'll come face to face with the orb, and the man behind its controls.The Oaks was written and narrated by Paul Stephenson. Paul writes pulp fiction for the digital age. His first novel series – the apocalyptic Blood on the Motorway trilogy – has been an Amazon bestseller on both sides of the Atlantic. A former journalist, he has a diploma in Creative Writing from Oxford University.His stories have been featured on the chart-topping horror podcasts, The Other Stories and The Night’s End. His newest project, the serial The Sunset Chronicles, is a dystopian sci-fi thriller that will delight and terrify fans of science fiction and horror alike. He is one half of the All Creatives Now team, with fellow horror author, Kev Harrison.He lives in England with his wife, two children, and one hellhound. If you want more stories from Paul, head to paulstephensonbooks.com.Bleakwood is a Hollow Stone Press production. Find out more at bleakwoodpod.com. Join us next time, for more tales from Bleakwood. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Harry's not your typical child, and his mother knows it. The question is, what to do about it?Listener note: Breed contains some scenes of animal discomfort and cruelty that may be upsetting to some, and may not be suitable for younger listeners.Breed was written by Dan Howarth and read by Paul Stephenson. Dan Howarth is a writer from the North of England. His short stories have featured in Weird Horror Magazine and The Other Stories podcast among others. His collection, Dark Missives, will take you on a tour of the roads less travelled in Northern England to explore what truly lies in the shadows. His new novella, Territory, is set in a remote Finnish hunting community, where darkness and the cold hold the villagers close. As a pack of wolves threaten the village’s future, grief-stricken hunter Jari must unite the population to reclaim their territory. Find out more at danhowarthwriter.comIf you’re enjoying Bleakwood so far, do tell your friends, share it on social media, or rate it wherever you’re listening. If you want more stories from me, head to paulstephensonbooks.com, where you can pick up the first books in my Blood on the Motorway and Sunset Chronicles series for free in ebook.Bleakwood is a Hollow Stone Press production. Find out more at bleakwoodpod.com. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Every night is the same for Norman. A few pints in the Stumbling Juggler, a place for him to marinade his regrets and petty grievances. Then back home to the house he shares with the woman he can barely tolerate.Back at that home, Tina waits in dread for the drunk that comes through the door ever night.But not tonight, for Norman's about to meet someone on the road home, someone who's about to change things for the both of them.The Juggler is written and performed by Paul StephensonPaul Stephenson writes pulp fiction for the digital age. His first novel series – the apocalyptic Blood on the Motorway trilogy – has been an Amazon bestseller on both sides of the Atlantic. His work has been featured on the chart-topping horror podcast, The Other Stories, and his new ebook serial, The Sunset Chronicles, is a dystopian sci-fi thriller that will delight and terrify fans of science fiction and horror alike. He lives in England with his wife, two children, and one hellhound. He is also one half of the All Creatives Now team, with fellow horror author, Kev Harrison. Check out his work and more at paulstephensonbooks.com or find him on twitter @PRSBooksBleakwood is a Hollow Stone Press production. Find out more at bleakwoodpod.com or follow us on twitter @bleakwood_pod. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

The men who brave the twisted paths seeking Bleakwood’s watery heart always come in supplication. There is power in the lake, for those foolish or desperate enough not to care about the sacrifices demanded in return. At least not until it is time to pay them. For Steve, that time has come.Deep Roots is written by Helen Lane, and narrated by Paul Stephenson.Helen Lane is a writer of YA and adult fantasy and horror. She lives in London with her family and her puppy who is determined to eat every book she owns. You can find her on twitter @HFLane_writingBleakwood is a Hollow Stone Press production. Find out more at bleakwoodpod.com or follow us on twitter @bleakwood_pod. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

When Toby gets a postcard from a trusted friend, he goes in search of the curiosity shop of his dreams. But everything comes at a price, and in Bleakwood it might be more than you're willing to pay...Curiosity was written, read and produced by Paul Stephenson. Paul Stephenson writes pulp fiction for the digital age. His first novel series – the apocalyptic Blood on the Motorway trilogy – has been an Amazon bestseller on both sides of the Atlantic. His work has been featured on the chart-topping horror podcast, The Other Stories, and his new ebook serial, The Sunset Chronicles, is a dystopian sci-fi thriller that will delight and terrify fans of science fiction and horror alike. He lives in England with his wife, two children, and one hellhound. He is also one half of the All Creatives Now team, with fellow horror author, Kev Harrison. Check out his work and more at paulstephensonbooks.com or find him on twitter @PRSBooksGet more information on Bleakwood at bleakwoodpod.com or find us on twitter at @bleakwood_pod Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

What tore a hole in the world? Can we ever get it back? Introducing Bleakwood, a horror podcast from the creator of Blood on the Motorway and the Sunset Chronicles.In Bleakwood, Hollow Stone Press's new horror podcast, listeners will explore the dark corners of a small English town, as host Paul Stephenson delves into tales out of the ordinary from this seemingly ordinary town. From classic ghost stories to terrifying creature features, Bleakwood will leave listeners haunted for days to come. But each story is a hint, a fragment found in a world beyond the world's end.As the narrator says:In the years since the fall, many of us have tried to find out why. To find what lead us here. But with so much of the old world gone, there are more questions than answers. What tore a hole in the world? Can we ever get it back?But I think I’ve found something. A binder in the rubble. Don’t ask me where. Full of stories about a little town called Bleakwood, stories that seem to show a way that….They’re not in any order, really. And I might be wrong. They might not have the answer. But I think it’s in here.A way back. To the before. Listen, I’m just going to read them out, and you judge for yourself.With stories by authors including Dan Howarth, Helen Lane, Sam Tindale, and many more, Bleakwood is the perfect podcast for all horror fans. Each episode brings a fresh new tale of terror from the mysterious town, while the narrator tries to put together the greatest puzzle ever - what do these stories have to do with the world's end? Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.