Step back into the woods of Hopewell Hollow in this bonus episode of Echoes in the Dark: Original Stories, True Hauntings, and Horror Genre Explored.
Due to overwhelming listener demand, author John Keaser Jr. delivers something extra—an immersive reading of Chapters 9–11 from the folk-horror novel Hopewell Hollow, accompanied by exclusive author reflections that peel back the dread without revealing the end.
These chapters mark a turning point as the Hollow reveals itself not as a place of superstition, but as a living system—one that remembers blood, watches from the treeline, and demands someone to blame. From ancient bargains and inhuman watchers to fear-driven hysteria and scapegoats, this episode dives deep into slow-burn psychological horror, folk horror mythology, and the terrifying ways communities fracture under pressure.
If you love atmospheric horror, cursed towns, unsettling folklore, and horror stories that linger long after the episode ends, this is a journey worth taking—just don’t expect to leave unchanged.
Horror writers are invited to submit original short stories and dark folklore for potential feature on the podcast. Submissions can be sent to hopewellhollow1993@gmail.com
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Listener discretion is advised.
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