Mister Abney of Aswerby Hall is one of horror's quintessential Bad Dads. I hope you'll tune in for Father's Day and the tale of a genial monster, the power of privilege, and the value of innocence in a dark world.

For his part, the story's author, M.R. James was a scholar but never a father. He was the guardian of a departed friend's daughter, though, so he had some experience with children. While no one's ever confirmed it, he also might have been queer? I think he's the first Ace I ever read about but that's just me. Everything indicates he was a decent, beloved, brilliant person, so Happy Pride?

Yes, Happy Pride, regardless, all y'all.

Our music this week is Vivek Abhishek's "The Door." It seemed appropriate for a story where thresholds play an important role. As always, check out VA's copyright free music at https://www.youtube.com/c/VIVEKABHISHEK

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Now go tell your dad you love him and know he loves you better than Abney loved Stephen, or the other children in his supposed care.