Inspiration can come from anywhere, even a global pandemic; Catherynne M. Valente’s “A Perfect Host” is voiced by Leon Nixon; while Tananarive Due’s “Shopping Day” and Usman T. Malik’s “Lady Cataract Comes to the Mosque” are narrated by Natalie Naudus.Stories To Keep You Up At Night is a Realm production. Listen Away.For more shows like this, visit Realm.fm, and sign up for our newsletter while you're there!Listen to this episode ad-free by joining Realm Unlimited or Realm+ on Apple Podcasts. Subscribers also get early access and exclusive bonus content! Visit realm.fm/unlimitedFollow us on Instagram, Twitter, and TikTok. Want to chat about your favorite Realm shows? Join our Discord.Visit our merch store: realm.fm/merchFind and support our sponsors at: www.realm.fm/w/partners Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices