I love this story! As a woman approaching 70, with my father approaching 100, I find it hard to imagine Miss Strangeworth as an "old lady". My small New England village had a poison pen lady when I was little. The recipients all suddenly had a flash of insight when they realized that their houses were all visible to one house-bound old lady.

Shirley Jackson is an absolute master of her craft.

anyone else here for school?

@Florestrash

3 жыл бұрын

yep

@SLYME_911

3 жыл бұрын

@Lucas Chiang hell ya man

@IsaacAwad.04

3 жыл бұрын

me =/

@aceofshadows2346

Жыл бұрын

Lol same

@Volkon

Жыл бұрын

Sadly 😥

I love how he reads...I listen over and over . This man is so talented.

@FrenchEdward06

4 жыл бұрын

Oh, STOP THAT! No. DON'T stop(lol) I appreciate the compliment. Cheers. E.E.F.

I had the remembered bad taste in my mouth of Dolores Jane Umbridge listening about Miss Strangeworth. Masquerading under the guise of a "concerned good samaritan" is something truly wicked who takes pride in causing the suffering of others.

@FrenchEdward06

5 жыл бұрын

Few authors can distill the essence of evil better than Shirley Jackson. E.E.F.

@carolrios9216

2 жыл бұрын

There was a Twilight Zone episode about a man similar to Miss Strangeworth. It didn't end well for him!

@SamuelBlack84

4 ай бұрын

The ruthlessness of the self-righteous

Thank you so much for creating these recordings. You do a wonderful job with them!

@FrenchEdward06

6 жыл бұрын

Thank you for listening Siolo.

Great reading! Shirley deserves so much more recognition than she tends to get. No one made everyday people as frightening as she did.

@HadrianGuardiola

Жыл бұрын

She is considered the mother of the horror novel. I think a lot of people just don’t appreciate writers in general and that’s too bad because they are so needed.

Ms. Strangeworth was a troll xD

@lorishu48103

3 жыл бұрын

The original H8er

@FrenchEdward06

3 жыл бұрын

Of Course. A retro troll....E.E.F.

@WonTuSre

5 ай бұрын

xd

This recording filled me with genuine fear.

@FrenchEdward06

6 жыл бұрын

I think Ms. Shirley Jackson did her job well. Her brand of "scary" is the most subtle sort of evil.

@itgetter9

4 жыл бұрын

@@FrenchEdward06 The terrors of the quotidian! She would have a field day writing horror during this pandemic, certainly.

@lorishu48103

3 жыл бұрын

I wish it also scared me but sadly this type of evil is common, mundane and happens more often than you think

@zachseatdriver9671

3 жыл бұрын

@@lorishu48103 2 years later i think im gonna amend my statement too dread

@random_thoughts5343

3 жыл бұрын

Unfortunately, it doesn't scare me at all... I've dealt with this type of woman for 16 years now 🥺 I call her "mother-in-law". She doesn't even bother with e-mail.. still mailing out made up gossip by snail mail. We all just roll our eyes at this point..

My English teacher linked this to us and when I’m done with my work I’m totally going to watch more of your stuff

Delicious ending. What an exit line, beautifully delivered!

@FrenchEdward06

6 жыл бұрын

Thank you for giving it listen. What its appeal for me was the amusing relationship between the characters. Loved their dialog. Very amusing in contrast to the weirdness. It's been a while since I recorded it. Now I have to go back and check out that closing line again. EEF

This was perfect! i had a assignment on this short story and i usually look up audio reading instead of reading it myself thankyou your voices are Amazing!

"look out at what used to be your roses" HA gotem

I've met my fair share of Ms. Strangewoods. Those old ladies are sure awful to be around or have any contact with. Solid work as usual Mr. French.

@FrenchEdward06

5 жыл бұрын

The H.P. Lovecraft podcast will be reviewing this story and using excerpts from my reading. They previously spotlighted In Amundsen's Tent and did a great job. They're very funny too. E.E.F.

@SamuelBlack84

4 ай бұрын

She reminds me of many of my previous neighbours

Your voice is EVERYTHING..

@FrenchEdward06

6 жыл бұрын

I think that's very kind of you.......my goal here was to be the voice of the author.

@Matt42MSG

5 жыл бұрын

Not EVERYTHING. The text is essential. The voice merely perfects what the text begins.

I guess the pink rose was deliberately made to look like that.

Shirley Jackson makes Lovecraft sound like a choirboy.

@lenoraberendt750

2 жыл бұрын

Awesome! 😄

Thanks for another excellent performance!

You are a wonderful narrator! I listen by myself often, but would also play stories for patients in my psych hospital. It's good to have a calm, clear voice without startling noises or real gore like many newer creepypastas. Even though these are horror stories, the older setting makes it "safe" to listen for most patients. I would guess because most don't take place currently, the whole culture of the story is different enough to easily seperate from real life (even for minds prone to exactly that issue!). Sorry for the long comment, I just wanted to say that even if you don't realize it, you're doing good in the world. I bet there are a lot of scenarios you'd never think of where your narrations are really helpful, and people really look forward to them. That's aside from just helping me relax at the end of the day, to clear my mind of all the human intensity I work with and just listen- again, probably like a lot of others. So thank you for all the work, and especially for all the classics.

@FrenchEdward06

4 жыл бұрын

I appreciate hearing this, cole Marie. This is the first time I've heard that that one of my narrations was played in a psych hospital. There are a few gory stories on the Fiction Fantastique Channel, but fantasy, thriller fiction and psychological horror comprises most of the entertainment here. Sometimes escapist literature can throw a soothing light on some harsh realities. Thank you for the good that YOU are doing in the world. E.E.F.

@colemarie9262

4 жыл бұрын

@@FrenchEdward06 I'm so glad the comment got to you! Notifications can be unreliable. And yes, they all look forward to the stories, and it gives me a little peace there besides just the enjoyment of listening.

thx a lot we got 2 do this for school :>

How did I go so long without finding your channel? Excellent narration Mr. French. Put's me in mind of Vincent Price. :)

@FrenchEdward06

4 жыл бұрын

Welcome to the channel. If you like Shirley Jackson's work, you'll want to tune in next Saturday when THE LOTTERY is playing here. Cheers. E.E.F.

@cb4473

4 жыл бұрын

Edward French, I look forward to spending some long sleepless nights getting caught up on your channel. Excellent work. Thank you for the warm welcome... :)

Lovely voice, very soothing, thank you for letting me (re-)discover some very good old tales.

@FrenchEdward06

4 жыл бұрын

You are MOST welcome, Jedi Zippy . Please subscribe to the channel! E.E.F.

Thank you Mr French, love listening too you. ☺️👵🏻🇦🇺

i still can't believe how many times i have listened to this ...it's just so wonderfully wicked! and straight-laced all at the time

I like Edward E French’s voice. It reminds me of Vincent Price’s voice. Very nice!

Remember, the name "Satan" literally means "accuser".

As a Bostonian, I salute your New England accent.

@FrenchEdward06

2 жыл бұрын

Thanks, Andrea c . I have a little advantage because I was born in "Beantown" and raised in Southern New Hampshire. Thanks for listening and commenting. Be safe & well. E.E.F.

Fantastic. Many thanks for creating and posting this.

Great story. Masterful narration.

@FrenchEdward06

7 жыл бұрын

Thanks, Paul . GREAT writing by Shirley Jackson.

WOW...you have created a GREAT channel. Thanks for the readings; your voice is quite talented for this sort of thing. Happily subscribed, KLR

@FrenchEdward06

7 жыл бұрын

Thanks, sharpasaneraser. The Coming attraction is John Collier's Thus I refute Beelzy. Happy listening.

@sharpasaneraser

7 жыл бұрын

Great! actually never heard of that story but I'm sure it will be an amazing read. you MUST keep this channel alive. enjoy your Labor Day weekend

What an extraordinary performance. Well done! And thanks to the H.P. Lovecraft Literary Podcast for sending me here!

@FrenchEdward06

5 жыл бұрын

Welcome aboard Ethan! E.E.F.

Another Jackson masterpiece. In addition to The Lottery, it reminds me of One Ordinary Day with Peanuts.

Very nicely narrated

Ah yes, Ms. Strangeworth, the Karen progenitor.

This is beautiful and brilliant. You are incredible. I found this via The Monster Professor podcast. I’m glad that I looked further into the references to your audio work. It’s amazing!

@FrenchEdward06

2 жыл бұрын

THANKS, Rebecca. E.E.F.

Loved it!

@FrenchEdward06

7 жыл бұрын

I think Shirley Jackson is a pretty special writer of horror. Unique. Definitely will read more of her work in the future. E.E.F.

You make better listener man Love to listen you voice Thank you for good effort.

Brilliant reading. The ending was quite unexpected.

Really great reading! Thanks! This is a Shirley Jackson story I wasn’t familiar with. Nice ending.

I really enjoy your voice if you were reading anything but this story I would be soothed

Absolutely horrifying. I have known my share of people like Miss Strangeworth.

@jackiehamilton2738

3 жыл бұрын

A demonic double whammy of: Curtain twitching gossip and poison pen pusher.

WOW, that was an amazing book! I loved your voice

Ms Jackson read by Mr French???? I’m in heaven.

Great narration

Edward French, I just discovered your channel, and I'm a new subscriber. Your pieces are beautifully done! Thank you

@FrenchEdward06

4 жыл бұрын

Welcome to the channel! E.E.F.

Jackson was definitely the Mistress of the Subtle Shiver. Interesting to note that years later, a similar, true life incident happened in my neck of the woods in the '70's. THE CIRCLEVILLE LETTER WRITER. www.the-line-up.com/circleville-letter-writer/

@FrenchEdward06

7 жыл бұрын

I went to the link. This Circleville letter writer affair would make a good David Lynch movie.

Fantastic narration! Excellent work.

@FrenchEdward06

5 жыл бұрын

Thanks Brewskin78. Kudos to Shirley Jackson who knows how to create the subtle scare. Cheers. EEF

He's voice ❤ this story is so good but too short 😊

thanks

Thank you so much!! That was excellent

That was a terrific reading!

Great voice! A combination of Vincent Price and Orson Welles!

You have a helluva voice my friend

This is like a William Faulkner short story or Tennessee Williams play condensed into an espresso shot.

🙏🏿🙏🏿thank Jah for Edward French and his sexy voice🥵🥵🥵🥵

@lingcod91

3 жыл бұрын

Who is Jah ? (if you think Jah exists . . . why are you thanking "it" instead of Edward French himself ? )

@PurpleHermit420

2 жыл бұрын

@@lingcod91 jah

@lingcod91

2 жыл бұрын

@@PurpleHermit420 Aren't you clever to post worthlessness. Did you mean jah or Jah or do you even know what you're doing ?

@lingcod91

2 жыл бұрын

@@PurpleHermit420 You spelled Jah wrong it's: THE HAIRY ONE or THE HAIRY THUNDERER. And, go wash your hair.

Excellent

Thank you 🙏🏻

Brilliant. Many thanks for sharing

In the textbook my teacher has me reading it looks like you skipped a section >~< but i do love the reading saves my dyslexic self from miss reading and understanding it wrong so thank you and you have a good voice for this stuff

@FrenchEdward06

3 жыл бұрын

Thank you, snowtiger....I'll have to find out what section I missed. Texts vary. Publishers skip some sections. Cheers. E.E.F.

@snowtiger9219

3 жыл бұрын

@@FrenchEdward06 oki np and thank you for seeing the comment

I will have to thank Chris and Chad at HP Podcraft for introducing me to your most excellent channel. Love your voice. Can’t wait to scan the rest of your stories.

@FrenchEdward06

5 жыл бұрын

Welcome to the channel Steven. Enjoy! E.E.F.

Ohhhh... Ms. Strangewood. It. Is. ON.

Great channel. Should have more subs. Well done 👍, E.E.F!

@FrenchEdward06

4 жыл бұрын

Thanks, Sam. The majority of people don't have your excellent taste in KZread channels. E.E.F.

@hauntinghouse

4 жыл бұрын

edward french Your ability to cast aside all obvious proof to the contrary is both impressive and appreciated. Here’s to your continued growth! Be well.

I absolutely love these short stories! The audio is always so crisp, if you don't mind me asking what microphone do you use to record these?

@FrenchEdward06

7 жыл бұрын

Hi Stuart- The big boy I talk into is a Rhode 1000 microphone. I'm glad to hear that you enjoy the channel . E.E.F.

I hope you had as much fun recording as i had hearing to it😄

Love that story! Great reading. Thank you!

Kinda reminds me of the old biddies where grandma lived.

Edward, I've enjoyed hearing snippets of your readings on the HP Lovecraft Literary Podcast for many years, but I just found out about your KZread channel. Do you do the artwork for the stories as well? It's great.

@FrenchEdward06

5 жыл бұрын

Hi Clint- Yes, I create the graphics for the audio narrations. ThANKS FOR LISTENING! e.e.f.

I must say, your voice enhances the story by a lot. Ever heard of the those horror story narrations, where there is a mediocre animation along with it? There is a channel called "Horror Shorts Party" I recommend checking it out and maybe try videos like that as well. You'd do it so well and make a killing.

@FrenchEdward06

3 жыл бұрын

Thanks, Moments. I checked it out. You're right. The animation is mediocre. The only "killing" I'd make is my soul if I went to that format. E.E.F.

@brontedimaras8699

3 жыл бұрын

@@FrenchEdward06 fair enough 😄, I guess the people who do those narrations will probably be messed up after a while from reading so much horror 😂

Thanks you for the reply good book enjoyed it KAZ xx

Just great.

@FrenchEdward06

6 жыл бұрын

Thanks for mentioning it Anthony. LOVE Shirley Jackson. E.E.F.

SUCH a good story! What a wonderful character. We love to hate her!

Great reading! Unfortunately, many parts of the story have been skipped over, so I cannot use for my class. :(

@gerrykarvelis913

3 жыл бұрын

The version I am reading is in "Inside Stories II" edited by Glen Kirkland and Richard Davies

thanks for this now I can do my homework!

I'm another subscriber by way of the HP Lovecraft Literary Podcast. Love your narration!

@FrenchEdward06

5 жыл бұрын

Thank you feeder goldfish. That Lovecraft podcast duo are very funny and smart. Loved their comments about this story. E.E.F.

@feedergoldfish

5 жыл бұрын

@@FrenchEdward06 Yep, Chris and Chad produce quite a fabulous podcast. And they are both lovely people as well.

SPOILER - maybe a spoiler for some, but i just had to write this down, because these kinds of people make me ill, and they do exist!!! "Pickle a little, Talk a little. Pick. Pick. Pick. Pick a lot. Pick a little more. Pick. Pick. Pick. Pick. Pick. Pick. Pick. Pick." Good!!!!!!!!!! some people deserve to be hated. sorry, for being so literal, some things just make me angry!

@bellelise.

5 жыл бұрын

Ya I hear you. When things are unfair and there's nothing to be done, but move on... this story has helped sustain me through it. I love it.

I like his voice🗣💜

good story and well read, as usual :)

Can you do an audio for the book "to kill a mocking bird"?

@FrenchEdward06

2 жыл бұрын

Hamza- I COULD. If I had permission. It's a fine book, but not a good fit for Fiction Fantastique. Thanks for asking. E.E.F.

@hamzabaig8856

2 жыл бұрын

@@FrenchEdward06 Can you check if you can make audio for the book; The Merchant of Venice by Shakespeare? It's for my grade 10 English class; if you do, you will most likely get many VIEWS; because it's in the Grade 10 Curriculum.

@hamzabaig8856

2 жыл бұрын

I believe the genre for this book is Comedy; Sob.

this guy does a pretty good G-Man impression

Needful Things by Stephen King reminds me of this story.

@FrenchEdward06

2 жыл бұрын

Mr. King learned from his betters. E.E.F.

ms strangeworth is the original gossip girl

@FrenchEdward06

3 жыл бұрын

INDEED. Low tech version . E.E.F.

Love this channel

@FrenchEdward06

6 жыл бұрын

Thanks for listening Jake.

I remember reading this in 10th grade..

One big question I had: who was the green envelope sent from? And why did it say "Look out at what used to be your roses"? Why did Ms. Strangeworth start crying? It got confusing at the end there. 😕

@meganfenton4189

Жыл бұрын

It obviously doesn't say who sent the letter, but probably Mr Crane, since that was who the letter was addressed to. The note was to let her know that someone destroyed the roses that everyone knew she took great pride in. She cried because she was sad over someone doing something so horrible to her, but not understanding that it was her own fault.

@bagobeans

9 ай бұрын

She destroyed so many lives, so they destroyed her roses. She thought she was justified in passing judgement against others and telling them lies.

👏🏻👏🏻👏🏻👏🏻👏🏻

his voice is intimidating

Justice is served....

Anyone come here because of school

what does the ending mean?

What a evil lady.😕

Skillfully read and indeed...evil it was.

@FrenchEdward06

5 жыл бұрын

Thanks Red Coat. Shirley Jackson is one of my favorite authors here on the channel. She can raise more goose-bumps in one paragraph than H.P. Lovecraft can in one chapter.

666 likes. That seems appropriate for this story; I will not change it.

The voice you gave her sounds kinda like SaladFingers

@FrenchEdward06

5 жыл бұрын

HELLO Vin- i'm not familiar with Salad Fingers......E.E.F.

@maxowens3621

5 жыл бұрын

@@FrenchEdward06 saladfingers is a weird animated video series that follows a weird looming green guy with long fingers. Its a very interesting series, at least to me. And i love the voice you gave her, it just reminded me of his voice

anyone else has to write a 8-12 sentence summary -__-

The only reason im here is because of school

Savaaaageryyyyyy!!!!

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nice!

I'm only here Cause I have to be Cuhz 😂

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