Wow, the last chapter of Hell Comes With Wood Paneled Doors! The O’Briens finally make it to the Grand Canyon, where they have the final showdown with the Inferno. *          *          * Thank you to everybody who’s listened to the … Continue reading →

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Chapter 21 – Salvation at the Rim of Hell

I can’t believe we’re already at the second-to-last chapter of Hell Comes With Wood Paneled Doors! Like a good road trip, once the planning was done, it kept rolling along. We’re almost to the Grand Canyon and the end of … Continue reading →

Chapter 20 – Yes, It’s True–Satan Owns My Father’s Soul

In an old church along Route 666, The O’Briens face off against the sinister force that has possessed Lucky. *          *          * It’s hard to believe Hell Comes With Wood Paneled Doors is almost done! Next week, James finds out … Continue reading →

Chapter 19 – The Church of the Holy Visage

This week, the O’Briens begin the day in the Texas Panhandle, at Cadillac Ranch. After a stop in New Mexico to look at rattlesnakes, Lucky’s true nature is revealed. *          *          * It’s hard to believe Hell Comes With Wood … Continue reading →

Chapter 18 – Of Half-Buried Cadillacs and Fully Possessed Chihuahuas

Mary’s worst fears are realized during a stop at a campground in Texas. *          *          * Sorry this chapter went up late — listen to the commentary if you’re interested why it took a couple extra days.

Chapter 17 – A Visit From Bubba

With only $5 to their name, the O’Briens hit a bingo hall in the hope that Mary can turn $5 into something more. *          *          * Since this is a short chapter, be sure to keep listening after the end … Continue reading →

Chapter 16 – The Patron Saint of Bingo

Is Lucky alive or dead? What happens when the O’Briens make a stop at Stuckey’s? And more important: what happens after the Stuckey’s stop? *          *          * Giveaway Results! The results are in! While my wife and I visited my … Continue reading →

Chapter 15 – The Writing on the Wall

The O’Briens visit Clyde McAllister’s Gator Village and Civil War Memorial, where something really bad happens to Lucky. *          *          * Facebook Page There’s now a Facebook page for Hell Comes With Wood Paneled Doors at facebook.com/roadtripfromhell. It’s a great … Continue reading →

Chapter 14 – Clyde McAllister’s Gator Village and Civil War Memorial

When Michael’s put in charge of caring for Lucky, things go very wrong and Mary becomes very angry! Fortunately, there’s a moment of peace between the morning mayhem and arriving at Clyde McAllister’s Gator Village and Civil War Memorial. *          … Continue reading →

Chapter 13 – Swelling Itching Brain

Michael wakes up to something moving outside the tent, and the Inferno gets Michael alone… *          *          * Giveaway Reminder In honor of the holidays, I’m giving away a signed copy of Troy Paiva’s awesome book, Night Vision: The Art … Continue reading →

Chapter 12 – Midnight Run

Lucky launches his most blatant attack against Michael yet, and the O’Briens visit Elvis Presley’s Graceland. There, Mary’s life is changed forever. *          *          * Giveaway Reminder In honor of the holidays, I’m giving away a signed copy of Troy … Continue reading →

Chapter 11 – Graceland

Lucky taunts Michael again, and the twins go missing inside Mammoth Cave. When all’s back to normal, the O’Brien’s belch and fight around the campfire. *          *          * Giveaway In honor of the holidays, I’m giving away a signed copy … Continue reading →

Chapter 10 – Lost Deep Down in the Belly of the Earth

The owners of the campground invite the O’Briens to breakfast, where a creepy prayer and an amorous Lucky send Michael to the bathroom for an escape from the madness. There, Michael finds something beneath the sink that makes him wish … Continue reading →

Chapter 9 – Big Dick’s Breakfast Revival

A stop at a campsite results in Mary and Margie fighting over June’s ashes. After Michael tells James about Lucky’s possession, the Inferno launches its most vicious attack against Michael yet. *           *           * It’s a short chapter this week, … Continue reading →

Chapter 8 – A Breath of Fresh Air

Back on the road, the Inferno shows its true nature, Lucky’s transformation takes another wicked turn, and Michael becomes a firefighter. *           *           * 00:00:00 – Introduction 00:00:08 – Theme Music (by Pirato Ketchup) 00:00:55 – Commentary 00:01:14 – Computer … Continue reading →

Chapter 7 – Ring of Fire

A humorous coming-of-age story about a family traveling cross-country in a possessed station wagon

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