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Click-Clack the Rattlebag
Narrated by Neil Gaiman.
"Click-Clack the Rattlebag" is your Halloween treat from Neil Gaiman and Audible, free through October 31. It's not available anywhere else, and for a limited time, each download from Audible benefits educational charities at DonorsChoose.org.
A few words from "Why tell ghost stories? Why read them or listen to them? Why take such pleasure in tales that have no purpose but, comfortably, to scare?
"I don't know. Not really. It goes way back. We have ghost stories from ancient Egypt, after all, ghost stories in the Bible, classical ghost stories from Rome (along with werewolves, cases of demonic possession, and of course, over and over, witches). We have been telling each other tales of otherness, of life beyond the grave, for a long time; stories that prickle the flesh and make the shadows deeper and, most important, remind us that we live, and that there is something special, something unique and remarkable, about the state of being alive. Happy Halloween!"
"'What kind of story would you like me to tell you?' 'Well,' he said, thoughtfully, 'I don't think it should be too scary, because then when I go up to bed, I will just be thinking about monsters the whole time. But if it isn't just a little bit scary, then I won't be interested. And you make up scary stories, don't you?'"
So begins this subtle, witty, deceptive little tale from master storyteller Neil Gaiman. Lock the doors, turn off the lights, and enjoy!
Included in the anthology Impossible Monsters, edited by Kasey Lansdale.
"Click-Clack the Rattlebag" is your Halloween treat from Neil Gaiman and Audible, free through October 31. It's not available anywhere else, and for a limited time, each download from Audible benefits educational charities at DonorsChoose.org.
A few words from "Why tell ghost stories? Why read them or listen to them? Why take such pleasure in tales that have no purpose but, comfortably, to scare?
"I don't know. Not really. It goes way back. We have ghost stories from ancient Egypt, after all, ghost stories in the Bible, classical ghost stories from Rome (along with werewolves, cases of demonic possession, and of course, over and over, witches). We have been telling each other tales of otherness, of life beyond the grave, for a long time; stories that prickle the flesh and make the shadows deeper and, most important, remind us that we live, and that there is something special, something unique and remarkable, about the state of being alive. Happy Halloween!"
"'What kind of story would you like me to tell you?' 'Well,' he said, thoughtfully, 'I don't think it should be too scary, because then when I go up to bed, I will just be thinking about monsters the whole time. But if it isn't just a little bit scary, then I won't be interested. And you make up scary stories, don't you?'"
So begins this subtle, witty, deceptive little tale from master storyteller Neil Gaiman. Lock the doors, turn off the lights, and enjoy!
Included in the anthology Impossible Monsters, edited by Kasey Lansdale.
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First published October 25, 2012
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September 3, 2023
*3.5 stars*
"They come from the dark. I think probably they’re made of dark, and they come in when you don’t pay attention."
Short but creepy little story from Neil Gaiman.
"They come from the dark. I think probably they’re made of dark, and they come in when you don’t pay attention."
Short but creepy little story from Neil Gaiman.
November 12, 2022
HAPPY HALLOWEEN 2021! (Reposting with current links.)
5★
“‘Before you take me up to bed, will you tell me a story?’
‘Do you actually need me to take you up to bed?’ I asked the boy.
He thought for a moment. Then, with intense seriousness, ‘Yes, actually I think you do. It’s because of, I’ve finished my homework, and so it’s my bedtime, and I am a bit scared. Not very scared. Just a bit.
But it is a very big house, and lots of times the lights don’t work and it’s a sort of dark.’”
He's not the first child to ask for a story before bedtime, and his sister has said her boyfriend writes stories, so why not ask?
He's also not the first child to want a scary story - just to keep it interesting, of course - but not TOO scary, because his bedroom is dark too.
They begin to discuss various monsters as they go upstairs, crossing the shadows. This is the beautiful cover, enlarged.
This is available online in a number of places, although they seem to change from time to time. This link (Oct 2021) goes to a site that has a video of Gaiman reading the story and also a PDF of the story to download if you'd like to scare someone yourself!
https://canyons.instructure.com/cours...
The YouTube video of his reading from the New York Public Library.
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=imLja...
For Halloween and ghost storytelling in the dark! DELICIOUS!
5★
“‘Before you take me up to bed, will you tell me a story?’
‘Do you actually need me to take you up to bed?’ I asked the boy.
He thought for a moment. Then, with intense seriousness, ‘Yes, actually I think you do. It’s because of, I’ve finished my homework, and so it’s my bedtime, and I am a bit scared. Not very scared. Just a bit.
But it is a very big house, and lots of times the lights don’t work and it’s a sort of dark.’”
He's not the first child to ask for a story before bedtime, and his sister has said her boyfriend writes stories, so why not ask?
He's also not the first child to want a scary story - just to keep it interesting, of course - but not TOO scary, because his bedroom is dark too.
They begin to discuss various monsters as they go upstairs, crossing the shadows. This is the beautiful cover, enlarged.
This is available online in a number of places, although they seem to change from time to time. This link (Oct 2021) goes to a site that has a video of Gaiman reading the story and also a PDF of the story to download if you'd like to scare someone yourself!
https://canyons.instructure.com/cours...
The YouTube video of his reading from the New York Public Library.
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=imLja...
For Halloween and ghost storytelling in the dark! DELICIOUS!
November 1, 2021
Marvellous Hallowe’en storytelling…..a short story that is free….PattyMacDotComma has the link on her review.
This is available online in a number of places, although they seem to change from time to time. This link (Oct 2021) goes to a site that has a video of Gaiman reading the story and also a PDF of the story to download if you'd like to scare someone yourself!
https://canyons.instructure.com/cours...
The YouTube video of his reading from the New York Public Library.
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=
This is available online in a number of places, although they seem to change from time to time. This link (Oct 2021) goes to a site that has a video of Gaiman reading the story and also a PDF of the story to download if you'd like to scare someone yourself!
https://canyons.instructure.com/cours...
The YouTube video of his reading from the New York Public Library.
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=
December 11, 2021
I missed this at Halloween this year, but didn’t want to save it till next year-though I will probably view it again !
A little boy asks his sister’s new boyfriend, a writer if he can tuck him into bed and tell him a bedtime story. As they make their way to his room, upstairs in the newly inherited house, they chat about what makes for a good story. It shouldn’t be too scary, or the little boy may not be able to sleep…
Neil Gaiman reads his story from the darkened NY Public library, setting the mood with burning candelabras.
It can be read-just a page or two long, but I loved listening.
A “MUST WATCH” and only about 10 minutes long.
Here is the YouTube link, that was also provided by Goodreads friends Paromjit and Rosh, in case you missed their reviews:
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=imLja...
Hope you enjoy it as much as I did!
A little boy asks his sister’s new boyfriend, a writer if he can tuck him into bed and tell him a bedtime story. As they make their way to his room, upstairs in the newly inherited house, they chat about what makes for a good story. It shouldn’t be too scary, or the little boy may not be able to sleep…
Neil Gaiman reads his story from the darkened NY Public library, setting the mood with burning candelabras.
It can be read-just a page or two long, but I loved listening.
A “MUST WATCH” and only about 10 minutes long.
Here is the YouTube link, that was also provided by Goodreads friends Paromjit and Rosh, in case you missed their reviews:
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=imLja...
Hope you enjoy it as much as I did!
April 5, 2024
A boy asks a writer to tell him a bedtime story. Something scary enough to keep him interested. But not scary enough to keep him awake all night. When the writer asks him what kind of story he should tell, the boy pretty much tells the writer a scary bedtime story of his own.
Amusing little middle grade horror story. Atmospheric enough to keep you hooked from start to finish, even if it is quite short. And the twist at the end is satisfying enough to end the story on a high note. Thanks to my friend Rosh for putting this short story on my radar.
Amusing little middle grade horror story. Atmospheric enough to keep you hooked from start to finish, even if it is quite short. And the twist at the end is satisfying enough to end the story on a high note. Thanks to my friend Rosh for putting this short story on my radar.
December 9, 2021
Who better than Neil Gaiman to make writing suspenseful? His mastery is so visible in this tale. It's creepy and it's fantastic. And it offers a valuable lesson: don't make assumptions! This little story is hardly a few pages long but trust me, you will read it twice! The first time, in an offhand manner, and the second time, to locate all the clues you missed out on! Loved it a lot. Wish it were longer. I want to know what happened next!
The story is available online on many sites, but if you want to hear it from the MAN himself, check out this link.
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=imLja...
The story is available online on many sites, but if you want to hear it from the MAN himself, check out this link.
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=imLja...
November 2, 2020
"Me sentí responsable y adulto. No sabía si lo que sentía por su hermana, que era mi novia, era amor, todavía no, pero me gustaba que el niño me tratara como si fuera de la familia. Me sentía como su hermano mayor y era más alto que él, y si en aquella casa había algo inquietante no lo habría admitido ni por todo el oro del mundo"
Un relato brevisimo y bastante "simpatico". Donde las preguntas son mas importantes que las respuestas
Moraleja: Toma a los niños en serio. Y si son extremadamente inteligentes y maliciosos... huye por tu vida!!! :P :)
*Disponible en audiolibro narrado por el propio Gaiman y/o en la antología Material Sensible
Un relato brevisimo y bastante "simpatico". Donde las preguntas son mas importantes que las respuestas
Moraleja: Toma a los niños en serio. Y si son extremadamente inteligentes y maliciosos... huye por tu vida!!! :P :)
*Disponible en audiolibro narrado por el propio Gaiman y/o en la antología Material Sensible
October 25, 2018
This is a teeny-weeny horror story. Less than 10 minutes in audio. It is a little predictable but still manages to be fairly fun and engaging.
One of the better Gaiman attempts I've read for sure!
Rating: 3 stars. I refuse to give anything this tiny anything more than three stars lol.
Audio Note: Neil Gaiman narrated his one himself and I felt like he did an OK job. Guy is a little monotone and not great with character voices but that was not much of an issue here as he did not have a lot of different characters to deal with.
One of the better Gaiman attempts I've read for sure!
Rating: 3 stars. I refuse to give anything this tiny anything more than three stars lol.
Audio Note: Neil Gaiman narrated his one himself and I felt like he did an OK job. Guy is a little monotone and not great with character voices but that was not much of an issue here as he did not have a lot of different characters to deal with.
November 1, 2018
4.5★s
Click-Clack the Rattlebag is a free online short story by award-winning British-born author, Neil Gaiman. As the narrator waits for his new girlfriend and her friends to return to the old house she’s just moved into, her little brother asks for a story before bed. He tries to oblige, with the boy suggesting the sort of story he might tell. But ultimately, who does tell the scarier story? A short but superb dose of Gaiman.
Click-Clack the Rattlebag is a free online short story by award-winning British-born author, Neil Gaiman. As the narrator waits for his new girlfriend and her friends to return to the old house she’s just moved into, her little brother asks for a story before bed. He tries to oblige, with the boy suggesting the sort of story he might tell. But ultimately, who does tell the scarier story? A short but superb dose of Gaiman.
March 8, 2015
Listening to this at 2 AM wasn't the best idea.
But anyway, great short story. Gaiman's voice really makes it come to life.
But anyway, great short story. Gaiman's voice really makes it come to life.
March 7, 2018
How does Neil do that so quickly. This is a great little creepy story. I'm enjoying this collection.
October 12, 2022
Neil Gaiman is one of our most imaginative story-tellers. He weaves his words into mysterious tales of myth and magic, conjuring up pictures to enchant us. But this is not one of those marvellous tales. This is a short sharp shock, which doesn’t really work.
Click-Clack the Rattle Bag is told by a young man who is staying in his girlfriend’s new house: a big, dark house where the lights don’t work. His girlfriend has gone out with her housemates to get an Indian takeaway meal, leaving the narrator to look after her young brother. It is the boy’s bed time, and he asks the narrator to walk upstairs to his bedroom with him and tell him a story before he goes to sleep because, as he explains, he feels a bit scared in the old house and his bedroom is all the way up in the attic. He knows that the young man writes scary stories but says perhaps he could tell him a story which isn’t scary, instead. Is the narrator Neil Gaiman himself? Maybe.
So we climb the stairs, and listen to the two talking; the sort of conversation you might expect … until the ending. Yes, that’s right, there is no story. Just a situation and a nasty shock - except that we can guess what’s coming by the best line in the story:
“They look like what you aren’t expecting. What you aren’t paying attention to.”
It’s possible this bad joke of a story is an homage to Stephen King, especially this part:
No. Not my cup of tea. I know one star for a story by Neil Gaiman may raise some eyebrows, but I prefer a story with less mundane language, and a little development instead of a great big hole in the middle. And remember I said it didn’t work? This is why:
Click-Clack the Rattle Bag was originally published in “Impossible Monsters” in 2013. I read it in “Ghostly: A Collection of Ghost Stories” a compilation edited by Audrey Niffenegger, with one of her drawings to accompany it. This impressionistic drawing is quite good, although the story is more like extended flash horror fiction than a ghost story, at 5 sides long.
I can see by the ratings that some people loved reading this. Perhaps it reminds them of trying to scare each other as children; it does have that feeling of an ongoing theme, such as the boneless man, with kids trying to outdo themselves cranking up the fear. But we didn’t try to pass these off as fully-fledged stories! On the other hand, it only takes a few minutes to read, so don’t let me put you off.
Click-Clack the Rattle Bag is told by a young man who is staying in his girlfriend’s new house: a big, dark house where the lights don’t work. His girlfriend has gone out with her housemates to get an Indian takeaway meal, leaving the narrator to look after her young brother. It is the boy’s bed time, and he asks the narrator to walk upstairs to his bedroom with him and tell him a story before he goes to sleep because, as he explains, he feels a bit scared in the old house and his bedroom is all the way up in the attic. He knows that the young man writes scary stories but says perhaps he could tell him a story which isn’t scary, instead. Is the narrator Neil Gaiman himself? Maybe.
So we climb the stairs, and listen to the two talking; the sort of conversation you might expect … until the ending. Yes, that’s right, there is no story. Just a situation and a nasty shock - except that we can guess what’s coming by the best line in the story:
“They look like what you aren’t expecting. What you aren’t paying attention to.”
It’s possible this bad joke of a story is an homage to Stephen King, especially this part:
No. Not my cup of tea. I know one star for a story by Neil Gaiman may raise some eyebrows, but I prefer a story with less mundane language, and a little development instead of a great big hole in the middle. And remember I said it didn’t work? This is why:
Click-Clack the Rattle Bag was originally published in “Impossible Monsters” in 2013. I read it in “Ghostly: A Collection of Ghost Stories” a compilation edited by Audrey Niffenegger, with one of her drawings to accompany it. This impressionistic drawing is quite good, although the story is more like extended flash horror fiction than a ghost story, at 5 sides long.
I can see by the ratings that some people loved reading this. Perhaps it reminds them of trying to scare each other as children; it does have that feeling of an ongoing theme, such as the boneless man, with kids trying to outdo themselves cranking up the fear. But we didn’t try to pass these off as fully-fledged stories! On the other hand, it only takes a few minutes to read, so don’t let me put you off.
October 26, 2012
“They come from the dark . . .I think probably they’re made of dark, and they come in when you don’t pay attention”
So pay attention.
I downloaded this off Audible because, it’s free, only goes for 12 minutes and Neil Gaiman seems to be the buzz at the moment. I’ve never read anything of his. I think I’m going to do something about that. It’s narrated by Neil Gaiman as part of his “All Hallows Read” so treat yourself and have a listen.
So what does a Click Clack look like?
”They look like what you aren’t expecting. What you aren’t paying attention to.”
I listened to this 3 times. Going back over places to pay closer attention, just as the author subtly(or not so subtly) cues us to do. The story presents us with a few puzzles. The fun, is not in finding the right answers, but in figuring out what the right questions to ask are. Gaiman masterfully allows us to be misdirected by our own assumptions and then rubs it in our face ...
“You know all that but you don’t think. You just let your brain fill in the gaps.”
The story is open to interpretation, but then again, its not the answers that matter, but rather the questions.
5 stars
So pay attention.
I downloaded this off Audible because, it’s free, only goes for 12 minutes and Neil Gaiman seems to be the buzz at the moment. I’ve never read anything of his. I think I’m going to do something about that. It’s narrated by Neil Gaiman as part of his “All Hallows Read” so treat yourself and have a listen.
So what does a Click Clack look like?
”They look like what you aren’t expecting. What you aren’t paying attention to.”
I listened to this 3 times. Going back over places to pay closer attention, just as the author subtly(or not so subtly) cues us to do. The story presents us with a few puzzles. The fun, is not in finding the right answers, but in figuring out what the right questions to ask are. Gaiman masterfully allows us to be misdirected by our own assumptions and then rubs it in our face ...
“You know all that but you don’t think. You just let your brain fill in the gaps.”
The story is open to interpretation, but then again, its not the answers that matter, but rather the questions.
5 stars
October 9, 2015
Quick read, the thrill of spooky stories and a little boy. Fun.
November 1, 2018
I loved this! I have never read Neil Gaiman before (gasp!) but what a perfect place to start. Little boy going off to bed in a dark-ish scary-ish house. Big sister's boyfriend comes to visit who just happens to write stories, so little boy asks for a story along the way to bed. Chatter chatter along the way to bed.. just who is the scared one, now? Great short story.
Check it out for yourself: https://www.telegraph.co.uk/culture/h...
Thanks to Patty for the link and Marianne's review for getting me there :)
Check it out for yourself: https://www.telegraph.co.uk/culture/h...
Thanks to Patty for the link and Marianne's review for getting me there :)
October 13, 2016
"Click-Clack the Rattlebag" was a free short story I picked up via Audible a while ago, and figured I'd read this for the first time since Halloween isn't too far away (it's hard to believe it's October already). The story is a simple one between an adult writer and a child who wants the adult to tell him a story before he goes to sleep. The adult ends up being the one told a rather interesting story of beings providing the basis for "Click-Clack the Rattlebag". The ending is just about as creepy as you'd expect it to be. I liked it, namely for Gaiman's wonderful narration. It was worth the 12 minutes I perused for it, though I almost wanted the story to keep going from the point it ended on. Like "NOOO, don't stop there!"
Overall score: 3/5 stars.
Overall score: 3/5 stars.
October 26, 2012
I love Neil Gaiman.
I heard about this story about an hour ago, and it being NEIL GAIMAN, whom I love (refer back to sentence 1), I downloaded it. It doesn't even matter what it's about. It's NEIL. And narrated by Neil. *swoon*
Checking my ipod after I downloaded, I see that this story is actually only 12 minutes long. 10 minutes, if you don't count the author's introduction regarding All Hallow's Read, and requesting that people download this book (which is free on Audible.com through Halloween) to benefit educational charities via DonorsChoose.org. Do it. It's 15 minutes out of your life, you'll have done good in the world, and get a fun little story out of it. Download here: http://www.audible.com/pd/ref=sr_1_1?...
Anywho, so, I admit that I was a little disappointed that this was so short, but after listening to it, I don't think it could have been longer. It was just perfect, with a nice little twist ending, and did I mention that Neil Gaiman narrates? Because he does.
I just love the way he reads, and how he brings every character to life, even when none of them have a name, or history, or more than 10 minutes to work with. It's downright scary how brilliant Neil Gaiman is.
So, yes. I really enjoyed this one, and I definitely recommend it for the story itself, but even more for the cause.
I heard about this story about an hour ago, and it being NEIL GAIMAN, whom I love (refer back to sentence 1), I downloaded it. It doesn't even matter what it's about. It's NEIL. And narrated by Neil. *swoon*
Checking my ipod after I downloaded, I see that this story is actually only 12 minutes long. 10 minutes, if you don't count the author's introduction regarding All Hallow's Read, and requesting that people download this book (which is free on Audible.com through Halloween) to benefit educational charities via DonorsChoose.org. Do it. It's 15 minutes out of your life, you'll have done good in the world, and get a fun little story out of it. Download here: http://www.audible.com/pd/ref=sr_1_1?...
Anywho, so, I admit that I was a little disappointed that this was so short, but after listening to it, I don't think it could have been longer. It was just perfect, with a nice little twist ending, and did I mention that Neil Gaiman narrates? Because he does.
I just love the way he reads, and how he brings every character to life, even when none of them have a name, or history, or more than 10 minutes to work with. It's downright scary how brilliant Neil Gaiman is.
So, yes. I really enjoyed this one, and I definitely recommend it for the story itself, but even more for the cause.
January 25, 2013
I downloaded this when it was free on Audible. It's 12 minutes in total, the first 2 minutes Gaiman explains how donations to charity will be based on how many downloads this received. The last 45 seconds was author/recording information. So about 9 minutes of actual story equates to probably 3 to 5 pages maybe less. All I'm saying is, it's short.
I think it's hard to really have a powerful story in that short a time, even for Neil Gaiman. I won't say it's impossible, it just wasn't the case here. It's good enough, Gaiman himself even reads it so that's a positive. It's not like it will waste your time either, but I guess even if it were really bad it wouldn't either.
I think it's hard to really have a powerful story in that short a time, even for Neil Gaiman. I won't say it's impossible, it just wasn't the case here. It's good enough, Gaiman himself even reads it so that's a positive. It's not like it will waste your time either, but I guess even if it were really bad it wouldn't either.
November 9, 2015
Super-creepy short tale, with the feel of the stories kids tell each other at sleepover parties… Reminded me just a little bit of Kelly Link’s ‘The Specialist’s Hat.’ (Another super-creepy tale.)
(re-read, 11/9/15)
(re-read, 11/9/15)
November 2, 2021
Listened to author read it on New York public library link.
September 24, 2015
Happy Halloween!
**FREE** through October 31st!
PLUS Audible will make a donation to charity for each download.
Click-Clack the Rattlebag written and read by Neil Gaiman (*bows head*) is pure listening magic! My heart and head were captivated at word one! From the sound of his voice to each piece of this spooky puzzle clicking into place—I was caught in Mr. Gaiman’s charming web.
My spine is still tingling with chills! A fun, cute, creepy tale filled with all sorts of tricks and treats!
I just have three more words for you:
NEIL flipping GAIMAN!
Go, go now!
**FREE** through October 31st!
PLUS Audible will make a donation to charity for each download.
Click-Clack the Rattlebag written and read by Neil Gaiman (*bows head*) is pure listening magic! My heart and head were captivated at word one! From the sound of his voice to each piece of this spooky puzzle clicking into place—I was caught in Mr. Gaiman’s charming web.
My spine is still tingling with chills! A fun, cute, creepy tale filled with all sorts of tricks and treats!
I just have three more words for you:
NEIL flipping GAIMAN!
Go, go now!
October 25, 2018
This was a very short scary story by Neil Gaiman. It starts out with a boy who wants a scary story told to him as he is walked upstairs to bed, and its gets creepier on his way up with a twisty scary ending. You can read it here: http://www.telegraph.co.uk/culture/ha..., or you can watch and listen to Neil Gaiman narrate it to you on YouTube here: http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=imLja6.... I'm a Neil Gaiman fan, so this was a fun quick Halloween read for me.
March 12, 2015
Gaiman loves to write about the mysterious, the unexplainable, and the unnerving. "Click-Clack the Rattlebag" represents just this kind of story - wonderfully creepy!
February 9, 2015
This was a short but good story with a twist at the end, definitely enjoyed it and wished it was longer
October 30, 2012
It may just be that I'm American and as such am hypnotized by a British accent, but I think that every document in the world should be read by Neil Gaiman. Instruction manuals, textbooks, the iTunes Terms of Service Agreement--I'd listen to them all if they were brought to me by Neil's deep, emphatic voice.
My crush on Gaiman's vocal cords aside, Click Clack the Rattlebag is a scary, quirky little story that is perfect for this time of year. Neil managed to capture the excitement that all of us horror nutjobs get from a spooky story, and I just love that. He's a master, and he shows it here.
This tale is made even better by the fact that it's not only free, but that until Halloween every download means money for charity! Whether you like the story or not (and I know you will), there's nothing not to like about a free book and cash for a good cause. So head over to Audible.com/ScareUs and download this puppy now! Highly recommended.
My crush on Gaiman's vocal cords aside, Click Clack the Rattlebag is a scary, quirky little story that is perfect for this time of year. Neil managed to capture the excitement that all of us horror nutjobs get from a spooky story, and I just love that. He's a master, and he shows it here.
This tale is made even better by the fact that it's not only free, but that until Halloween every download means money for charity! Whether you like the story or not (and I know you will), there's nothing not to like about a free book and cash for a good cause. So head over to Audible.com/ScareUs and download this puppy now! Highly recommended.
October 29, 2013
"They come from the dark. I think probably they’re made of dark, and they come in when you don’t pay attention."
Pay attention. That is the moral of the story. Ah, but it's already too late, isn't it?
This short, delightfully eerie tale penned and read by Neil Gaiman as part of his 2012 All Hallows Read celebration is well worth the mere twelve minutes it takes to hear. As always, Gaiman leads the listener-reader just far enough, not too far, so that one's imagination may do its worst. That makes this tale and its dreadful twist marvelously effective.
Perfect for the Halloween season!
Pay attention. That is the moral of the story. Ah, but it's already too late, isn't it?
This short, delightfully eerie tale penned and read by Neil Gaiman as part of his 2012 All Hallows Read celebration is well worth the mere twelve minutes it takes to hear. As always, Gaiman leads the listener-reader just far enough, not too far, so that one's imagination may do its worst. That makes this tale and its dreadful twist marvelously effective.
Perfect for the Halloween season!
November 15, 2015
Click...clack
FREE audiobook download on audible.com through Halloween!
Free books are great but even better, Audible will donate $1 per download from Audible.com to DonorsChoose.org up to $100,000, and 50p per download from Audible.co.uk to Booktrust. Both charities promote literacy.
FREE audiobook download on audible.com through Halloween!
Free books are great but even better, Audible will donate $1 per download from Audible.com to DonorsChoose.org up to $100,000, and 50p per download from Audible.co.uk to Booktrust. Both charities promote literacy.
October 31, 2016
Listen to it here.
October 27, 2012
This is the story that Neil Gaiman read when I saw him speak/accept an award at George Mason University last month. I was blown away by it. The story is a short story, and I believe it's only about twelve or thirteen minutes long, but it is amazing.
Click-Clack is incredibly creepy. Even though I was sitting in a full auditorium I was still creeped out. Especially on the drive home when I was alone, and it was after midnight, because as the little boy says, "They get in when you're not paying attention."
An absolute joy from Neil Gaiman (then again what by him isn't a joy?). If you like creepy, scary stories, then this is seriously for you. And as you can see by the other reviews, this story is free to download.
Click-Clack is incredibly creepy. Even though I was sitting in a full auditorium I was still creeped out. Especially on the drive home when I was alone, and it was after midnight, because as the little boy says, "They get in when you're not paying attention."
An absolute joy from Neil Gaiman (then again what by him isn't a joy?). If you like creepy, scary stories, then this is seriously for you. And as you can see by the other reviews, this story is free to download.
October 4, 2017
A spooky story written and narrated by Neil Gaiman! Need I say more?
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