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Haunted UK Fiction

Haunted UK Fiction

By: Steven Holloway & Melissa West
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 Step into the uncanny with Haunted UK Fiction, a horror fiction anthology podcast showcasing original short stories that explore the supernatural, the monstrous, and the unknown.

Each episode presents a self-contained tale, drifting through haunted places, distorted realities, ancient fears, and things best left undiscovered — where folklore, speculation, and horror quietly overlap.Perfect for fans of gothic horror, paranormal fiction, and speculative stories, Haunted UK Fiction is designed to unsettle, intrigue, and entertain fans of dark storytelling in all its forms.

Created by Steven Holloway (Haunted UK Podcast) and Melissa West (The Skylark Bell).

Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/haunted-uk-fiction--6761767/support.Copyright Steven Holloway & Melissa West Drama & Plays Social Sciences
Episodes
  • Haunted UK Fiction - Ink and Influence - R.L. Stine

    Haunted UK Fiction - Ink and Influence - R.L. Stine
    Jan 28 2026
    Ink & Influence – R.L. Stine

    Between the stories we tell, there are the stories that shape them. While we prepare for the next season of Haunted UK Fiction, we’re taking a moment to step away from the stories—and into their origins. Ink and Influence is a short-form series from Haunted UK Fiction, exploring the authors, ideas, and moments that gave rise to some of the darkest and most enduring works of fiction.

    In this episode, we turn our attention to R.L. Stine, and the ideas that shaped his legacy.

    If you enjoy scary stories with an odd and sometimes gory twist, may we suggest the following episodes available on Haunted UK Fiction:

    The Retribution of Parson Beelzebub Brown: https://www.spreaker.com/episode/s01-episode-14-the-retribution-of-parson-beelzebub-brown-by-jed-vesper--68484280

    I Wish it Could be Christmas Every Day: https://www.spreaker.com/episode/s01-episode-15-i-wish-it-could-be-christmas-every-day-by-willerby--68484290

    Episode Credits:
    Written by: Melissa West
    Narrated by: Steven Holloway
    Recorded, Mixed, Mastered by: Pink Flamingo Home Studio

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    4 mins
  • Haunted UK Fiction - Ink and Influence - Daphne du Maurier

    Haunted UK Fiction - Ink and Influence - Daphne du Maurier
    Jan 21 2026
    Ink & Influence – Daphne DuMaurier

    Between the stories we tell, there are the stories that shape them. While we prepare for the next season of Haunted UK Fiction, we’re taking a moment to step away from the stories—and into their origins. Ink and Influence is a short-form series from Haunted UK Fiction, exploring the authors, ideas, and moments that gave rise to some of the darkest and most enduring works of fiction.

    In this episode, we turn our attention to Daphne DuMaurier, and the ideas that shaped her legacy.

    If you enjoy eerie gothic stories, may we suggest the following episodes available on Haunted UK Fiction:


    Rattle Chains: https://www.spreaker.com/episode/episode-05-rattle-chains-by-ellen-forkin--68079138

    Mother Never Liked Dead Things: https://www.spreaker.com/episode/s01-episode-06-mother-never-liked-dead-things-by-s-c-fisher--68134389

    The Lady of the Stairs: https://www.spreaker.com/episode/s01-episode-13-the-lady-of-the-stairs-by-lj-aldon--68531425

    Episode Credits:
    Written by: Melissa West
    Narrated by: Steven Holloway
    Recorded, Mixed, Mastered by: Pink Flamingo Home Studio

    Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/haunted-uk-fiction--6761767/support.
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    6 mins
  • Haunted UK Fiction - Ink and Influence - Bram Stoker

    Haunted UK Fiction - Ink and Influence - Bram Stoker
    Jan 14 2026
    Ink & Influence – Bram Stoker

    Between the stories we tell, there are the stories that shape them. While we prepare for the next season of Haunted UK Fiction, we’re taking a moment to step away from the stories—and into their origins. Ink and Influence is a short-form series from Haunted UK Fiction, exploring the authors, ideas, and moments that gave rise to some of the darkest and most enduring works of fiction.

    In this episode, we turn our attention to Bram Stoker, and the ideas that shaped his legacy.

    If you enjoy stories about vampires, may we suggest the following episodes available on Haunted UK Fiction:

    Bloodsuckers: https://www.spreaker.com/episode/episode-07-bloodsuckers-by-james-alderson--68079141

    The Overcoat: https://www.spreaker.com/episode/s01-episode-09-the-overcoat-by-ld-brown--68141362

    Episode Credits:
    Written by: Melissa West
    Narrated by: Steven Holloway
    Recorded, Mixed, Mastered by: Pink Flamingo Home Studio

    Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/haunted-uk-fiction--6761767/support.
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    7 mins
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