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Chapters After Dark

Chapters After Dark

By: K.L. Leadingham
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 Hi there I am K.L. Leadingham the author of The Enchanting Eclipse. As everyone knows I wrote a book inspired by my life events, and what led me to becoming a stripper. My book touches on the darker themes of life, and since publishing other dancers have reached out wanting to share their stories. So I decided to turn my book into a series inspired by their stories. I am creating this podcast to give a platform to other individuals in the book community who have also struggled with things like addiction, mental health, and trauma. I hope everyone enjoys and is just as excited as I am!K.L. Leadingham Art Literary History & Criticism
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  • EP. 6 SEX WORKER TALKS: Renee (Electra) Military, SW, SA, DV, Short Story Writer, Poet, Song Writer

    EP. 6 SEX WORKER TALKS: Renee (Electra) Military, SW, SA, DV, Short Story Writer, Poet, Song Writer
    Feb 20 2026

    In this episode of Chapters After Dark, host K.L. Leadingham welcomes Renee, also known as Electra, to share her journey from military service to becoming a sex worker, and then a poet, musician, and a short story writer.


    Renee discusses how the trauma from the military resulted in disabilities and addiction. Her journey highlights her transition into sex work, becoming a stripper, and prostitution. Which ultimately paved the way to recovery and sobriety. Despite facing an abusive relationships, Renee found solace in writing, using it as a form of escape.


    The episode also touches on her struggles with alcohol and drugs and achieving one year of sobriety. Now, Renee is embracing her single life while focusing on her writing, music, and poetry, all of which can be found on platforms like YouTube and Apple.


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    TW: Sexual Abuse, Domestic Violence, Sex Work, Addiction
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    59 mins
  • Ep.5 ARC READER: Kayleigh Kurtz, Mental Health, Disabilities

    Ep.5 ARC READER: Kayleigh Kurtz, Mental Health, Disabilities
    Feb 13 2026

    In this episode of Chapters After Dark, host K.L. Leadingham chats with her best friend and editor, Kayleigh Kurtz. They discuss their friendship and dive into Kayleigh's journey as an ARC reader in the book community.


    Kayleigh shares her experiences with type 1.5 diabetes, gastroparesis, and a spinal injury, highlighting the challenges and triumphs she’s faced. Tune in for a heartfelt discussion about friendship, disabilities, and a shared love of books!


    Socials: Follow @thevioletmermaid on tiktok and the.violet.mermaid on Instagram


    TW: Parental Substance Abuse


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    58 mins
  • Ep. 4 WRITING A GRIMOIRE: Beck Ravenswood (Owner of Serpent's Key), Religious Trauma, Black-sheep, Business Owner

    Ep. 4 WRITING A GRIMOIRE: Beck Ravenswood (Owner of Serpent's Key), Religious Trauma, Black-sheep, Business Owner
    Feb 6 2026

    In this episode of "Chapters After Dark," host K.L. Leadingham chats with Beck, the owner of The Serpent's Key, known for the notorious Hanover witch trials.


    The conversation explores Beck's spiritual journey, including the impact of their religious upbringing and being the "black sheep" of the family. They discuss the challenges of hiding their identity growing up, and the impact it had on them. Beck shares about their ongoing journey of writing their own book or aka grimoire which is in its final stages and should be in the works to be published soon!


    Tune in to find out more!!


    Socials: Follow the Stitching Witch on Instagram , TikTok. The Serpents Key on Instagram, Facebook.

    Website: https://serpentskeyshoppe.com/


    TW: Religious Trauma

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    50 mins
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