"The Wolves of Wombleton" by Ian Gordon / Van Melsen Mythos
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Күн бұрынVan Melsen, Case #8
"The Wolves of Wombleton" is a Peter Van Melsen story by Ian Gordon. In the tale, the intrepid P. I. finds himself drawn into a strange set of circumstances surrounding a wild dog attack in the quiet North Yorkshire village of Wombleton.
00:00 - Introduction
01:04 - The Wolves of Wombleton
57:21 - Further Listening
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@HorrorBabble 11 ай бұрын
First book of stories now available: UK: www.amazon.co.uk/dp/B0CGXFZCH5 USA: www.amazon.com/dp/B0CGXFZCH5 The Peter Van Melsen Playlist: kzfaq.info/sun/PLeNNKRLWxwoO0VCrw61QeyrZk_DQYZycx
@ianmcdonald1418 11 ай бұрын
I really enjoy these Peter Van Melsen stories and am excited to check the latest out tonight; I hope you write a ton of them. Most writers just don't make enough tales to sate my appetite, so please keep it up. Your efforts are very much appreciated, and yours is the best, most thematically fitting voice I have yet heard. Your child is most fortunate to have you and will undoubtedly never forget the time you spend reading together.
@nookdiddy 11 ай бұрын
@ianmcdonald1418 I also, much to my own surprise, very much like the pretanatural detective. No offense Sir Ian, please forgive my skepticism. 😃 😊. ...... P.S. I love the word "sate". ❤️
@Lacoleccionistamisterios 11 ай бұрын
So glad to heard again from Pete and Helen, excellent story. Great work!
@StalinLovsMsmZioglowfagz 11 ай бұрын
I'd think she shouldn't have died her hair pink, not exactly Mensa.
@WhoCares69 11 ай бұрын
PLEASE NOTE : No Wombles were harmed during Peter’s latest escapade 😂
@stevepalpatine2828 11 ай бұрын
Weren't they called Wimbles?
@mrpandabites 11 ай бұрын
@@stevepalpatine2828No, they were the Wombles of Wimbledon.
@scottbubb2946 11 ай бұрын
Oh, thank goodness. Now I can listen to the story free of concern. I can't wait to tell Warren...
@richardferguson6893 11 ай бұрын
@@scottbubb2946.......about that.....
@scottbubb2946 11 ай бұрын
@@richardferguson6893 🤣
@MrDozerdee 11 ай бұрын
A different kind of story.. I enjoyed it very much. Thank you.
@scoutrifle6827 11 ай бұрын
Really, Gordon, your original stories are the absolute highlight of all the content on your channel; it's amazing that you're not only a gifted performer but a really, really talented writer. Bravo on this one!
@lukebarroso449 11 ай бұрын
I'm a sucker for good private invesigator/detective stories. Even horror based ones.
@shireboundscribbles 5 ай бұрын
If the internet were to go down tonight, and never come back on, Horrorbabble is one of the thiings I would miss the most about it.
@ClockworkChainsaw 11 ай бұрын
Was about to go look for a suitable old radio play for sleep time, but then I saw that there is no need! Favourite reader with a story that I love following, perfect bed time story.
@nataliep501 11 ай бұрын
Yes!
@andypancini2130 11 ай бұрын
Same old twilight zone dimension x this is definitely on par
@thetwitchywitchy 11 ай бұрын
i’m not a huge fan of werewolf stories but this was a great unique take on the theme! I really enjoyed it!
@andrewcassell5299 11 ай бұрын
When this video popped up on my feed I literally screamed. So happy we get new Van Melson stories.
@garrettelgin4742 11 ай бұрын
Always happy to see another Peter Van Melsen story.
@tomcurran8470 11 ай бұрын
I have been an English professor and Ian gets an A+ for Creative Writing!
@DarthCuddlefluff 11 ай бұрын
I really enjoyed this one. I like stories where the monsters are misunderstood and just trying to live.
@jeffashley5512 11 ай бұрын
Ian you and Horrorbabble always make my day. Now more Van Melsen. The day gets better and better. 💀
@Kitsaplorax 11 ай бұрын
No were-wombles?
@Ioniota 11 ай бұрын
💀 💀 💀💀💀💀💀💀💀💀💀💀💀💀💀💀💀💀💀💀💀💀💀💀💀💀💀💀💀💀💀💀💀💀💀💀💀💀💀💀💀💀💀💀💀💀💀💀💀💀💀💀💀💀💀💀💀💀💀💀💀💀💀💀💀💀💀💀💀💀💀💀💀💀💀💀💀💀💀💀💀💀💀💀💀💀💀💀💀💀💀💀💀💀💀
@DavidSmith-sb2ix 11 ай бұрын
Very well written, in the style of the great masters of English ghost stories. This would win the M.R. James Award if there is such a thing.
@BloingDidoing 11 ай бұрын
your Peter van Melsen stories are really well written. I have listened to them over the years and so far enjoyed them all. Thank you for writing and then recording them too.
@howardhavardramberg7160 11 ай бұрын
Yes, Van Melsen!
@christhemagnif 4 ай бұрын
These stories have been fantastic. You should be quite proud. Van Melsen is my favorite new character in decades.
@HorrorBabble 4 ай бұрын
Thanks, Chris.
@rosiemcnaughton9933 11 ай бұрын
A werewolf of a different kind. Great story.
@eileenmorris8674 11 ай бұрын
That was excellent ❤
@derekdecker555 11 ай бұрын
Van Melsen deserves his spot with John Silence, Carnacki, Kolchak, Mulder and Scully.
@benjaminirwin1988 11 ай бұрын
Just outstanding. A great twist on the werewolf story. VanMelson never disappoints. Thanks for the new obsession 😂.
@jamescampbell39 11 ай бұрын
The tip of the hat to Curse of the Demon in the third illustration was a nice touch.
@soulreaver1983 11 ай бұрын
Many thanks for another fantastic video Ian!🙂
@tjgorm2 2 ай бұрын
Thank you for another wonderful story. Yes you are only getting better. I will sleep well tonight.
@danzgodava 11 ай бұрын
Great story,ian,you've outdone yourself ❤
@williamfawkes8379 11 ай бұрын
Oh Ian, you've outdone yourself, this is superb. I've enjoyed all of the PVM stories, but this one flows and engages in a different way than it's predecessors. It's a perfect story for a film, I can even see Peter Cushing stomping around in the hills looking for that damned Mill.
@nookdiddy 11 ай бұрын
💯
@mattshuey1 11 ай бұрын
Wow that was good! I gotta say, I love the banter between Peter and Ellen. Hearing all the sublime descriptive ways he relays her courage or wit is perfectly mirrored by him stating in his letter "I said, stupidly." He's an almost mythical figure brought back down to the reality of humanity by a dark haired girl with emerald eyes.
@williamfawkes8379 11 ай бұрын
Oh, I like that observation. As if she acts as a catalyst to allow him to be larger than life. Without her, he would be reduced to a curling wisp if smoke, and a lingering odor of tobacco and Darjeeling.
@joannewatts9892 11 ай бұрын
Loved the Wolves of Wombleton 🐺🐺🐺♥️
@cobrachicken07 11 ай бұрын
This was amazing, Ian! What a cool twist on the lycanthrope. Outstanding.
@nancyM1313 11 ай бұрын
Have just awoken and n0t getting out of bed...well for a cup of coffee. Thank you Ian. 💙🕊
@CPWebster 11 ай бұрын
So good I listened twice :) and beautiful prose throughout, "as the pocketbook... slowly dissolved, like sugar mice in rain."
@nookdiddy 11 ай бұрын
Same 💯 😃 😊
@AcornElectron 11 ай бұрын
Apologies for my lack of punctuality, I have been duty bound…….’You can’t imagine, even from what you have read and from what I’ve told you, the things I shall have to see and do. It’s fiendish work, Carter, and I doubt if any man without ironclad sensibilities could ever see it through and come up alive and sane…….’ Keep up the good work you two and, as always, stay safe!
@HorrorBabble 11 ай бұрын
Thanks as always, sir!
@williambarnette1049 11 ай бұрын
I couldn’t stop listening to this story. I don’t know why but it spoke to me.
@tooladdict85 2 ай бұрын
I like how Peter dealt with the situation. Very fitting for suspense or included later in the future
@teslastellar 11 ай бұрын
Wonderful story and narration 👍 Thank you 🙂♥️
@thomasturner2007 11 ай бұрын
Been waiting for Peter to reappear!!! Worth the wait! Thanks!
@kevinfogle7929 11 ай бұрын
I've missed Van Melsen.
@andreasfilis9001 11 ай бұрын
So many things happening in Yorkshire, yet I didn't understand a thing! Missed the chance to meet Van Melsen. It seems Helen has a genuine talent in paraphysics. Thank you Ian.
@robynmarler1951 11 ай бұрын
I'm in love with that picture of a dog in a hood! It reminds me of my dog Sasha😭😭😭
@philippel.9086 11 ай бұрын
It’s been a while since I listened to Horrorbabble on KZfaq, since I mainly listent to the podcast on Spotify. I’m glad I decided to listen to this one. Great job Ian !!
@phoenixjames6126 11 ай бұрын
Splendid as always. It's always a treat to hear another story in the Van Melsin Saga.
@erginbozun1755 10 ай бұрын
Of all the stories on this channel, by Ian or otherwise, this one has become my favourite. I just love the Van Melsen and the Carnacki stories
@Sn4fu 11 ай бұрын
Excited to hear some more van Nelson!
@ItsPennyLanee 11 ай бұрын
Yes! Our favorite paranormal investigator is back!
@mauricedavis2160 11 ай бұрын
Excellent as always Sir, thank you!!!🙏👌👻❣️
@lylacor8401 11 ай бұрын
I find it interesting that the barghest was named, from what I understand among the various members of the "blackhound archetype" the barghest was one of the more vicious or malicious.
@stevecausey545 5 ай бұрын
That was fun! Excellent story, Ian!
@MrsCaranAmy 11 ай бұрын
This was an another amazing episode of Van Melsons adventures. I enjoyed it very much. It was very descriptive, especially their different types of tea. Also, fabulous narration. Thank you. Have a marvelous day 💖🥰🌟
@MoonLitChild 11 ай бұрын
I needed this so much-- the Van Melsen series is one of the main things I chill out to, and after a week of my embroidery machine breaking when I needed it the most, almost dying at a dance event I performed in, putting this on when it's dark out and I'm miserable and achy really is about the best thing I could ask for. The continuing pressence of Ellen is an absolute joy.
@HorrorBabble 11 ай бұрын
I hope you manage to get the embroidery machine fixed!
@MoonLitChild 11 ай бұрын
@@HorrorBabble It's at the shop getting a once-over, should be ready by the beginning of next month!
@draketeeth8004 11 ай бұрын
I really liked this one! Thanks for reading it.
@kyetes.866 11 ай бұрын
This is my most favorite series out of literally everything I’ve ever read/watched/listened to, I’ve been waiting for a new addition!
@HorrorBabble 11 ай бұрын
😃
@hathorearthfyre 11 ай бұрын
Bravo!
@robbabcock_ 11 ай бұрын
What a wonderful tale!
@donaldmccleary9015 11 ай бұрын
I really like this one. Excellent story, plot, and narration. It is well worth the wait. You are both an excellent narrator and author. I love your stories! I like the lore you thread into your stories and how you have this lore cross between countries. Fantastic story! Great job!
@benjaminirwin1988 11 ай бұрын
I've been waiting for this! Very excited for the new VanMelsen tale!
@sethkrueger5472 11 ай бұрын
Time for peter to take on another funky bunch of spookies
@emmetmccann6055 11 ай бұрын
Just wanted to say at 27:50 (the bit about the tapping) every dog on my street started howling and going nuts for no reason 😅
@HorrorBabble 11 ай бұрын
Oh dear!
@cheesewiz9087 11 ай бұрын
He's back! Fantastic!
@walterfechter8080 11 ай бұрын
Thank you, Ian, for this effective detective tale! I have friends who live in Yorkshire. I'll tell them of this story. I see your artist included the fire demon from the film, "The Night of the Demon" in the book's illustrations. Cheer-o. -- W
@HorrorBabble 11 ай бұрын
He loves a good reference!
@walterfechter8080 11 ай бұрын
@@HorrorBabble - He certainly made for some interesting thoughts during late night walks on mild Autumn nights. Cheers -- W
@EightLivesLeft 11 ай бұрын
Excellent as always! KEEP UP THE GOOD WORK!
@michaelgoodridge6813 11 ай бұрын
Absolutely brilliant!
@Amehana 11 ай бұрын
I really liked this one, thank you.
@madsketscher5228 11 ай бұрын
Fantastic as always
@jayfox28 10 ай бұрын
I marvel at the growing followers, and feel lucky I was one of the first 50K or so to discover this gem on KZfaq! ☠️👻
@HorrorBabble 10 ай бұрын
Thanks for sticking with us, Jay!
@dwellerofthedark 11 ай бұрын
We’ll have to check this out when we get a minute.
@merlapittman5034 11 ай бұрын
My only problem with this story? Something came up and I didn't get to listen to it yesterday! I do like these Peter van Melsen stories!
@garymcdonnell5791 11 ай бұрын
Thank you Thank you thank youuuuuu' haha my favourite stories!! Van is the man..oh and you Ian haha... X
@seanmurphy6480 11 ай бұрын
NICE ONE IAN THANKS ❤
@angelaverbowski995 11 ай бұрын
#929-✅👍 Don't know if it was intentional, but this notification reached my feed on The night of the wolf moon! Brilliant ❣️ 👏👏👏🎯✌️😻
@HorrorBabble 11 ай бұрын
Can't argue with that!
@czcrossman 7 ай бұрын
“There’s only one way to find out!” I said stupidly. Lol love it. Relatable, Pete…quite relatable 😂
@suzannef138 5 ай бұрын
I love these, I've listened a few times 😊
@HorrorBabble 5 ай бұрын
Fabulous!
@evelanpatton 11 ай бұрын
Your writing is terrific! The character of Van Melsen is a perfectly dandy & shrewd occult detective; equally curious & sanely cautious of the supernatural. 🧐🥳 🎉You are gifted in craft & talented production. Props❣️🪭
@loganlogon3720 11 ай бұрын
Found one that might tickle your fancy Ian, a short story from 1899 called "The Monster of Lake LaMetrie" by Wardon Allan Curtis. A fellow going by Dino Diego just did a piece about it on the same day this posted. As always thank you for another thrilling Van Melsen story, your original works really are first rate! Can't wait to see what he does next!😄
@HorrorBabble 11 ай бұрын
Noted. Thanks!
@loganlogon3720 11 ай бұрын
@@HorrorBabble No no, thank you!😄
@AcornElectron 11 ай бұрын
Underground, overground, wombltong free, The wolfies of wombleton common are we, Snapping up peeps in the dark that we find, We only eat p****s so the locals don’t mind. **whistle**
@Eris123451 11 ай бұрын
"That was good, I enjoyed that."
@Duchess_Van_Hoof 11 ай бұрын
I quite like this one, it brings to mind Dreams in the Witch House, thee Hsunter in the Dark and various Sherlock Holmes stories. As well as previous adventures.
@kanesaw4373 10 ай бұрын
Thank you for mentioning our tea... I'm A big fan of yours from Darjeeling!!! Lots of love and regards!!
@thefisherking78 11 ай бұрын
Wow. What an interesting ending 🤔
@alexandravladmets8206 11 ай бұрын
"The wives of Wimbledon" -perhaps another horror story😄
@Eris123451 11 ай бұрын
The whims of Wiveldon ?
@austen5543 11 ай бұрын
New Van Melsen!!!
@bobdrooples 11 ай бұрын
Jolly good!
@ScumbagGregory 11 ай бұрын
Ian, your writing and stories featuring VanMelsen gets better with each installment
@Wombats555 11 ай бұрын
Loving this creature feature Van Melsen more than the dreamscape stuff. Not sure why. The contained episode in under an hour let's me nod off without missing anything?
@veryhungrycaterpillar3052 11 ай бұрын
What a spooky fun adventure! Simply delicious!!
@anthonybarnwell767 11 ай бұрын
Man you are awesome 😂😂😂😂
@Jose-oq6kj 11 ай бұрын
Oh damn I missed this upload somehow! Sucks to be late but I really do love me some Peter van Melsen! Thank you!
@Eris123451 11 ай бұрын
Nine: He had dreamed of same day, express, overnight deliveries and he had awoken; to horror.
@anthonybarnwell767 11 ай бұрын
You rock man love your videos 😊😊😊
@SixTough 11 ай бұрын
I am intrigued what compelled Van Melsen to show mercy upon these abominations? What implications more horrible may there be?
@HorrorBabble 11 ай бұрын
THAT is the question...!
@TheLordUrban 10 ай бұрын
I’m of the school of thought that the name barghest comes from Old/ Middle English rather than a continental German origin. If the Old/ Middle English origin is to be believed then the name would more properly be translated as town ghost. This translation also connects back to tales of the Church Grim. The Grim is a guardian spirit which often takes the form of a large black dog. As the name suggests the spirit protects the local church and its environs.
@duncankayartwork 11 ай бұрын
Magic ❤
@katelynthewhitewerewolf6376 11 ай бұрын
I like Wolves and awesome Creepypasta Story.
@erginbozun1755 11 ай бұрын
This is perfection. Out we go 😉
@HorrorBabble 11 ай бұрын
Nice.
@casard5235 9 ай бұрын
To misunderstood supernaturals everywhere, be free!
@cosmiccowboy9358 11 ай бұрын
Good stuff
@ClipperHorizon 11 ай бұрын
Okay, but, what if one of these water-wolves joined Van Melsen's team? Could be super useful in investigating the weird stuff he always gets pulled into. Just sayin'. Also, Van Melsen and Ellen gave me a real John Steed and Emma Peel vibe in this one. I do love the dynamic of the older, wiser, street-smart expert and the younger, inexperienced but brave and brainy partner who work seamlessly together, covering each other's weaknesses with their own strengths. Teamwork makes the dream work!
@HorrorBabble 11 ай бұрын
This may not be the last we've seen of the wolves...
@pieterantonissen7194 11 ай бұрын
Drink whenever you hear "Old friend"
@HorrorBabble 11 ай бұрын
You're right, Peter does say that a lot!
@ewilipsic5956 11 ай бұрын
Get ready my wumbo's It's time to wumble!!!
@sub-jec-tiv 11 ай бұрын
This is why you need to bring a J and some snacks with you when you go out looking for beasts.
@pyxlle 8 ай бұрын
Pictured top right: me when I see any dog Just getting started on this one, but i know its going to be another top notch story and narration.
@brian519 7 ай бұрын
Thanks for that forgettable comment unknown lonely person. 👍
@brian519 7 ай бұрын
I'm sorry.... My life sucks. My wife committed suicide last year and I'm beginning to think I should do the same. Again I apologize for the previous comment. God bless you
@brian519 7 ай бұрын
I'm sorry.... My life sucks. My wife committed suicide last year and I'm beginning to think I should do the same. Again I apologize for the previous comment. God bless you
@pyxlle 7 ай бұрын
@@brian519 np mate all KZfaq comments are best forgotten anyhow, sorry about the rough day!
@GallerySpecter 3 ай бұрын
*SPOILERS* Damn, Ellen stared down a werewolf and told it to sod off. Girl's got a hell of an iron will.
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