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Lights Out Audio Drama Written by Amber Benson & Christopher Golden Is Now Available via Audible

2/16/2022

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I have some exciting news for Amber fans. I recently discovered that Lights Out written by Amber Benson and Christopher Golden is now available to buy via Audible both here in the UK and the USA as well.
 
If you're not familiar with Lights Out let me tell you more. In 2010 Amber teamed again up with her long time friend and collaborator Christopher Golden to write Lights Out, an audio drama made for the BBC. Lights Out is set within the walls of Her Majesty’s Prison Stanwick. Prison life holds no fear for newly arrived inmate Sarah well that is until she is plunged headfirst into a dark and potentially deadly mystery.
 
The role of Sarah is played by Jasmine Hyde who fellow Amber fans may remember was the voice of Tamara Swift in the online animated drama series the Ghosts of Albion which was also written by Amber and Christopher. 
 
Lights Out was made by the BBC as part of The Man in Black series. Mark Gatiss stars as the man in black a mysterious individual who you could meet almost anywhere. He could be a fellow passenger on the bus or bump into you in the supermarket. Wherever it happens to be this mysterious figure is eager to tell you a dark tale of death madness and murder etc one thing is guaranteed his tales will leave you horrified. 
 
Lights Out was originally broadcast on BBC Radio 7, which went on to become BBC Radio 4 Extra and it has been rebroadcast a number of times since its debut. I've listened to it over the years whenever it was being broadcast on the BBC. I always hoped they would make it available to purchase and much to my excitement I recently discovered the BBC have done exactly that.
 
Lights Out is now available as part of The Man in Black: The Complete Series along with 19 other macabre and chilling audio dramas each performed with a full cast of actors. 
 
The Man in Black: The Complete Series is available to buy from Audible both here in the UK click here and in the USA click here, both sites offer the facility to buy this collection of audio dramas for a one-off fee for non-members.
 
Audible also offers a range of packages where in return for a regular monthly fee a user is entitled to download The Man in Black: The Complete Series as well as access a vast library of audiobooks also available on the site. The number of books you can download in the month will depend upon your individual package, for full details see the respective Audible websites.
 
I'm thrilled that Lights Out is now available to buy as part of this exciting collection of audio dramas and if you have never had the chance to listen before now is the perfect time, trust me you don't want to miss this.
 
Joe
 
Disclaimer: AmberBenson.TV is not involved in any way with the writing or production of Lights Out. All rights belong to Amber Benson, Christopher Golden and the BBC. This post is for informational purposes only. We are simply trying to spread the word about an exciting audio drama co-written by Amber Benson.
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Happy Birthday Amber!

1/8/2022

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I’d like to wish Amber Benson a very Happy Birthday. I hope you have a fantastic day and that the year ahead brings you happiness and only good things. 
 
Followers of the website’s social media feeds will know that I posted Happy Birthday messages there too of course. I also wanted to write a post here in the Latest Amber News section as well.
 
I've been a huge fan and have followed Amber's career for many years and in that time, I've been fortunate enough to meet her on a number of occasions. 
 
Amber is not only a hugely talented she's also a kind and generous person too. If it had not been for the encouragement Amber has given me, I never would have attempted many new things. I’m a very grateful for all of her support and kind words.
 
I know you will all join me in wishing Amber a very Happy Birthday! 
 
Joe

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Holiday Wishes Starring Amber Benson Is Now Available on Demand for UK Fans To Stream Via Amazon Prime Video

12/23/2021

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I have some exciting news for UK Amber fans as Holiday Wishes is once again available to stream on demand via Amazon Prime Video just in time for Christmas. I checked earlier this month and it was showing as unavailable which would’ve been disappointing news for fans especially as to my knowledge it’s not being shown on UK TV this year. I'm happy to say fans will be able to stream it again this year. I’d like to thank fellow Amber fan Samantha for letting me know Holiday Wishes has returned to Prime Video.
 
Holiday Wishes is a fun festive movie in which Amber plays Danni Hartford, a professional party planner. She is asked by a client to drive her spoiled teenage daughter Britney to a school Christmas dance. 
 
Britney crosses paths with high school new girl Katie and each of them make Christmas wishes that go awry. Danni decides to help the teenagers put things right and in the process she might find something that she's been looking for.
 
I've embedded a trailer below, however it does contain some major spoilers so if you haven’t had a chance to watch Holiday Wishes before I would avoid it for now.
If you are an Amazon Prime member Holiday Wishes is included in your subscription. Unfortunately, there is currently no option to rent or purchase it digitally as there is with some of the content on Amazon Prime. If you have a Prime membership you can stream it on a number of devices including computers, smartphones, tablets and more. So this festive period you can watch it wherever and however you like, for more information click here.
 
Watching Holiday Wishes is still one of my Christmas traditions and I'll definitely be taking the opportunity to watch it on demand. If you’ve never seen it before check it out, it’s a must see for Amber fans. 
 
Joe

 
Disclaimer: AmberBenson.TV is not involved in any way with the making or production of Holiday Wishes, we own nothing. We have no connection to Amazon Prime Video. This post is for informational purposes only. We are simply trying to spread the word about another chance to see a Christmas movie starring Amber Benson.
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A Family Christmas Gift - Written By Amber Benson To Be Shown on UK TV Today

12/18/2021

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Here is some exciting news for Amber fans in the UK. A Family Christmas Gift written by Amber will be shown on UK TV today (the 18th of December)
 
Amber wrote the original story for A Family Christmas Gift and she also co-wrote the teleplay with Alex Wright. The movie was written for the Hallmark Network in the USA.
 
A Family Christmas Gift centres on Amber, a busy New York-based executive played by Holly Robinson Pete. She is persuaded by her Aunt Dora (Patti Labelle) to join her for Christmas in Colorado and help plan the annual Christmas concert.
 
Holly Robinson Pete's name may be familiar to Amber fans as she plays the role of Billie Blessings in Morning Show Mysteries. Amber wrote the script/teleplay for A Murder In Mind and Death By Design two movies in the popular series in 2019.
 
A Family Christmas Gift will be shown at 7 AM & 7 PM today the 18th of December on Christmas 24. It is also being shown at 12 PM on Christmas 24+ today
 
Unfortunately, Christmas 24 doesn't seem to have a reliable online presence from what I've been able to find out and is currently showing on sky channel 325, Virgin Media channel 419 and BT channel 513. I have Sky so I can confirm Sky channel 325 is the right number. I would advise virgin and BT customers to check their on-screen listings to be sure these channel numbers are correct. I haven't been able to find channel numbers for Christmas 24+ for Virgin Media or BT, again my advice would be to check your on-screen guide. Christmas 24+ is on Sky channel 326
 
I have embedded a trailer and extended a sneak peek clip of A Family Christmas Gift. There are some spoilers so if you would rather wait-and-see what Amber has in store for us then I'd avoid it for now. I just wanted to place it here in case there are some fans who would like to see more.
This is a fun family film and a real treat for Amber fans I am excited in that fans in the UK will get another chance to see it. I'm sorry I couldn't give my fellow Amber fans more notice that A Family Christmas gift was going to be shown on TV again.
 
Joe

 
Disclaimer: AmberBenson.TV is not involved in any way with the writing or production of A Family Christmas Gift. All rights belong to Amber Benson and Hallmark. This post is for informational purposes only. We are simply trying to spread the word about another exciting movie written by Amber Benson.
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Amber Benson Is Set To Be A Guest At “A Virtual Meet and Greet With The Cast of Buffy The Vampire Slayer” Online Event 29 January 2022

12/13/2021

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Many of us are gearing up to celebrate the festive season but there has already been some exciting news for Amber fans. It’s been announced she will be attending “A Virtual Meet and Greet with The Cast of Buffy The Vampire Slayer”. A convention style event being held by convention organiser Galaxycon.
 
Amber will be joined by her former Buffy the Vampire Slayer co-stars James Masters, Kristine Sutherland and Emma Caulfield. (Autographs Only)
 
The event will feature a free online panel with Amber, James and Kristine. As part of the event Galaxycon are offering fans the chance to purchase one-to-one video chats with Amber, James and Kristine. They are also giving fans the chance to purchase autographs from Amber, James, Kristine and Emma.
 
A Virtual Meet and Greet with The Cast of Buffy The Vampire Slayer event will be held on Saturday, the 29th of January. The free panel will take place at 2 PM ET which I believe is 7 PM GMT. The one-to-one video chats with guests are set to start at 3 PM ET which I believe is 8PM GMT. Any autographs that are ordered will be posted out after the event and are available worldwide.
 
To find out more about the event itself and all of the options and prices for autographs and one-to-one video chats click the link below:
 
https://galaxycon.com/blogs/events/buffy-the-vampire-slayer
 
I'm delighted that Amber fans both here in the UK and beyond will have the opportunity to see and speak to Amber again, a great way to kick off 2022.
 
Joe

 
Disclaimer: Amber Benson.TV is not involved in any way with “A Virtual Meet and Greet with The Cast of Buffy The Vampire Slayer” event or organisers Galaxycon. This post is for informational purposes only. We are simply trying to spread the word about an exciting online event featuring Amber Benson.
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Amber Has Narrated The Audiobook Version Of Double Wide - Out Now

11/30/2021

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Last month the audiobook version of Double Wide narrated by Amber was released, it’s the tenth novel in Gretchen Archer’s Davis Way Crime Caper Series. Amber and Gretchen first began working together in 2014 when she narrated Double Dip the second book in the series.
 
She took over from Dina Pearlman who had narrated Double Whammy when it was first released in 2013. In January 2019 Amber narrated the anniversary edition of the Double Whammy audiobook released as an Audible Exclusive. Amber has now narrated the audiobook version of every novel in the series to date:
 
Double Whammy (Audible Exclusive re-release)
Double Dip
Double Strike
Double Mint
Double Knot
Double Up
Double Dog Dare
Double Agent
Double Trouble
Double Wide 
 
If you're not familiar with the series it centers on Davis Way who is part of the elite security team at Bellissimo Resort and Casino in Biloxi Mississippi. Davis and her team have dealt with thieves, con men, murderers and more while risking life and limb more than once.
 
I have included the publisher's summary of Double Wide as listed on Audible.co.uk below. This is for informational purposes only no copyright infringement is intended.
 
"Pop Quiz
True or False: Bellissimo Resort and Casino Super Spy Davis Way Cole, her partner, Fantasy Erb, and a trivia queen named Mango Matisse are kidnapped. 
 
The answer is true. Stuffed in the storage compartment of a motorhome, the women are abducted from a golf course and abandoned on a ravaged barrier island somewhere in the Gulf.
 
Fill in the blank: Did the kidnapper get it wrong? Did he kidnap Davis thinking she was__________? 
 
The correct answer is Bianca Sanders, wife of Bellissimo Casino owner Richard Sanders.
Yes or No: Everyone in Biloxi, Mississippi is searching for them. 
 
The answer is yes. And no. When the story goes viral, not only is everyone in Biloxi trying to find them, everyone in the Deep South and beyond goes on the lookout for the missing women.

Bonus Question: When help finally arrives, will Davis learn he's no help at all? 
The answer is in Double Wide."
©2021 Gretchen Archer (P)2021 Tantor
 
Double Wide audiobook is unabridged. The audiobook is available to buy from Audible both here in the UK click here and in the USA click here, both sites offer the facility to buy the audiobook for a one-off fee for non-members.
 
Audible also offers a range of packages where in return for a regular monthly fee a user is entitled to download Double Wide as well as access to a vast library of audiobooks also available on the site. The number of books you can download in the month will depend upon your individual package, for full details see the respective Audible websites.
 
Double Wide is also available direct from publishers Tantor Media who have a range of buying options via their official site. Click the link below:
 
https://tantor.com/double-wide-gretchen-archer.html
 
Amber uses her vocal talents and lets loose her lovely southern accent to really bring the characters off the page I'm really looking forward to hearing Double Wide.
 
Joe
 

Disclaimer: AmberBenson.TV is not involved in any way with the writing, or production of Double Wide in either paperback or audiobook form. All rights belong to Gretchen Archer and Tantor Media. This post is for informational purposes only. We are simply trying to spread the word about another exciting audiobook narrated by Amber Benson.
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Amber Gives A TV Interview About the Magical Trail In LA She Recently Curated

10/29/2021

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A few days ago, we posted an exciting article about Amber teaming up with Friends of Residential Treasures: LA (FORT) to curate a trail of five properties in LA with a spooky or magical history called: Witch Houses 2: Fairytales, Castles and Cottages. To read the original post and find out more about FORT LA click here.
 
Amber recently gave a television interview to Los Angeles TV station SPECTRUM NEWS 1. While Amber walks part of the trail she shows off her great eye for detail and her fantastic sense of humour which always makes me smile.
 
The good news for us here in the UK and elsewhere is that we can watch Amber's interview via the SPECTRUM NEWS 1 website for free just click this hyperlink.
 
I'd like to thank friend and fellow Amber fan Katie for tracking down the video. For more information about this fascinating and spooky magical trail click the link below and enter your email address. This will allow you to download a PDF which will give you more information about all five locations included on the trail and the rules that are to be followed for anyone who wants to experience it for themselves.
 
​www.fortla.org
 
The interview is a must see for all fans and I'd encourage anyone who lives in the LA area to check out this witchy trail, it looks amazing.
 
Joe

 
Disclaimer: AmberBenson.TV is not involved in any way with FORT LA and we have no connection to any of the properties featured in the Witch Houses 2: Fairytales, Castles and Cottages trail. We also have no connection to SPECTRUM NEWS 1 This post is for informational purposes only. We are simply trying to spread the word about an exciting project and a TV interview by Amber Benson.
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Amber Will Not Be Attending The Vampire Ball In London Next Month

10/23/2021

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Sad news for UK Amber Benson fans as it was confirmed yesterday, she will not now be attending the Vampire Ball which is due to take place in London held on 5-7 of November.
 
Amber was originally due to attend the Vampire Ball in 2020, but this event had to be postponed due to the coronavirus pandemic. The guest line-up from the postponed event was invited back this year.
 
Event organisers Starfury Conventions revealed on their official Facebook group that Amber was one of the guests yet to officially confirm her attendance at the rearranged event. 
 
Yesterday evening Starfury Conventions confirmed via their official Twitter feed that Amber will now not be able to attend The Vampire Ball. Click here to see the official tweet from their feed.
 
This is sad news for fans but we hope Amber and her family stay safe, as the world is still feeling the effect of the coronavirus pandemic and of course we hope to see her return to the UK sometime soon.
 
Joe
 

Disclaimer: AmberBenson.TV is not involved in any way with The Vampire Ball event or organisers Starfury Conventions. This post is for informational purposes only. We are simply trying to spread the word about this event which unfortunately will not now feature Amber Benson.
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Amber Teams Up With FORT LA To Curate A Magical Trail In Los Angeles

10/21/2021

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Halloween is fast approaching and Amber’s latest project definitely has spooky undertones and fans living in the Los Angeles area won’t want to miss it! 

​Amber has curated a trail of five properties in LA with a spooky or magical history called: Witch Houses 2: Fairytales, Castles and Cottages.

This trail was curated in association with Friends of Residential Treasures: LA (FORT) whose aim it is to: “promote stronger civic identity among and cohesion between the many urban villages that make up Los Angeles County by celebrating, studying, preserving, and increasing access to the historically and architecturally significant homes of Los Angeles.”

Amber’s work researching her Echo Park Coven Trilogy of novels inspired her to create this spooky trail saying: 

“When you first think of Los Angeles, the image of swaying palm trees, clear blue skies and sun dappled beaches probably fills your mind. But there’s a spookiness to the city, a magical and mysterious dark side hidden beneath the sun-bleached façade. Follow the breadcrumbs and let this trail lead you into the witchy heart of Los Angeles.” 

Having written about magic and witchcraft in a series of novels set in Los Angeles, I’ve spent a lot of time searching out the city’s hidden paths, secret byways, and spooky architecture to use as texture for my stories. This trail gives you a taste of just how much magic and fantasy there is in Los Angeles.”

For more information about this fascinating and spooky and magical trail click the link below and enter your email address. This will allow you to download a PDF which will give you more information about all five locations included on the trail and the rules that are to be followed for anyone who wants to experience it for themselves.

​www.fortla.org

I love history and I wish I could experience Amber’s trail for myself. I hope everyone who can, enjoys their journey into the witchy heart of Los Angeles.

Joe


Disclaimer: AmberBenson.TV is not involved in any way with FORT LA and we have no connection to any of the properties featured in the Witch Houses 2: Fairytales, Castles and Cottages trail. This post is for informational purposes only. We are simply trying to spread the word about an exciting project curated by Amber Benson.
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New Venue For The Vampire Ball Has Been Confirmed/Important News About Amber's Attendance

10/12/2021

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Recently I posted an update on The Vampire Ball Convention where Amber is currently listed as a guest. The Vampire Ball will take place on 5th-7th November. I can only apologise for the delay in posting this important news unfortunately I had work-related commitments which have taken up my time. 
 
On Saturday Star Fury published an update on guest attendance at this year's event. At this moment in time Amber's attendance is yet to be confirmed. Please read this full post as I have written more information about this below.
 
Event organisers Star Fury confirmed that The Vampire Ball will now be held at:
 
The Marriott Heathrow/Windsor Hotel, 
Ditton Road, 
Langley, Slough, 
SL3 8PT.
 
For information on directions click here  
 
If you need more general information and/or to book accommodation click here 
 
For more information about the hotel itself click here
 
To find out more about the Vampire Ball you can e-mail them via the contact button on their website 
 
If and when I find more information about the convention I will post it here as soon as I can. 
 
I’d like to thank fellow Amber fan Samantha for giving me a heads up about this important information about the hotel.
 
Click The link below to read Star Fury’s update via their official Facebook group. The group itself is Private but any fan can request to join it, I think it will only be visible to anyone who is already or becomes a member of the group.
 
https://www.facebook.com/groups/107850452574065/permalink/6849178975107812/
 
In the update they state Amber is among some of the guests who have yet to confirm their attendance at this event. I can only assume this is happening because of the unprecedented situation created by the coronavirus pandemic.
 
Amber was set to be a guest at The Vampire Ball in 2020 which had to be postponed because of the pandemic. I assume that it is because of Covid 19 that guests have been asked to confirm their attendance nearer to the time of the event.
 
I want to make it clear here that I'm in no way criticising event organisers Star Fury. I have attended a previous Vampire Ball and really enjoyed my experience and found their event staff to be helpful and welcoming, I know how hard they work to create events for fans. I also don't want to discourage anyone from attending what I'm sure will be a brilliant event. As we are an Amber Benson fan site though I felt it was important to make fans aware at this stage her attendance has not yet been confirmed.
 
Joe

 
Disclaimer: AmberBenson.TV is not involved in any way with The Vampire Ball event or organisers Star Fury. This post is for informational purposes only. We are simply trying to spread the word about this exciting event which could feature Amber Benson.
 
 

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