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I Was Feeling Epic: An Oral History of The Vampire Diaries Audiobook, by Samantha Highfill Play Audiobook Sample

I Was Feeling Epic: An Oral History of The Vampire Diaries Audiobook

I Was Feeling Epic: An Oral History of The Vampire Diaries Audiobook, by Samantha Highfill Play Audiobook Sample
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Read By: Emily Marso, Vas Eli, Louisa Zhu, Ashley J. Hobbs, Dominique Salvacion, Barton Caplan, Katie Allsup Publisher: Penguin Audio Listen Time: at 1.0x Speed 7.00 hours at 1.5x Speed 5.25 hours at 2.0x Speed Release Date: September 2025 Format: Unabridged Audiobook ISBN: 9798217161010

Quick Stats About this Audiobook

Total Audiobook Chapters:

35

Longest Chapter Length:

50:41 minutes

Shortest Chapter Length:

10 seconds

Average Chapter Length:

18:13 minutes

Audiobooks by this Author:

1

Publisher Description

From Entertainment Weekly writer and debut author Samantha Highfill, a definitive and deliciously nostalgic look into the creation and legacy of the hit show The Vampire Diaries, as told by its cast, crew, and creators.



In 2009, the CW released a show about grief, love, redemption, and, oh yeah, vampires. A graveyard meet-cute, a bit of fog, and one “Hello, brother” later, a cultural phenomenon was born, one that would last for 171 episodes across eight seasons and deliver two spin-off series.

I Was Feeling Epic takes us back to Mystic Falls for every first kiss, decade dance, and unforgettable death. With brand-new interviews from cast and creatives like Nina Dobrev, Paul Wesley, Ian Somerhalder, Kat Graham, Candice King, Joseph Morgan, Michael Trevino, Zach Roerig, Michael Malarkey, Julie Plec, Kevin Williamson, and so many more, I Was Feeling Epic relives the show’s best moments, unearths never-before-told stories, and delves into some of the most widely discussed topics surrounding the series and its legacy, all in the words of the people who know it best.

Transportive, nostalgic, and perfect for old fans and new, I Was Feeling Epic is the in-depth story behind the vampirically immortal hit: The Vampire Diaries.

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""A must-have for any Vampire Diaries fan. With unmatched access to the creators and cast, Highfill offers fresh insight into the show’s most iconic moments and the legacy it left behind. Whether you're Team Stefan, Team Damon, or just here for the drama, this book will change how you view teenage vampires -- and the humans that love them. —Melissa Maerz, author of Alright, Alright, Alright "

Quotes

  • Every day I'm reminded of the power of The Vampire Diaries and the community it built. With I Was Feeling Epic, Samantha has delivered the perfect deep dive into the world we worked so hard to create. If you love this show, you'll love this book.

    — Ian Somerhalder (aka Damon Salvatore), actor, The Vampire Diaries
  • A wonderfully vivid trip down memory lane. Sam left no stone unturned and spoke to countless members of the TVD Family. Everyone shared all their best stories. A must-read for any fan.

    — Julie Plec, Co-Creator, The Vampire Diaries

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About the Narrators

Natasha Soudek was raised in the South, speaks native German, lived in Berlin and Vienna, and finally settled in the Lower East Side of New York City. After honing her stage presence by studying acting and playing hundreds of live music shows (singing and playing bass), she moved to LA to record with Channel/DreamWorks and act on TV. Her voice is as distinct and memorable as the range of characters she’s played on-screen.

Robin Miles, named a Golden Voice by AudioFile magazine, has twice won the prestigious Audie Award for Best Narration, an Audie Award for directing, and many Earphones Awards. Her film and television acting credits include The Last Days of Disco, Primary Colors, Law & Order: Criminal Intent, Law & Order, New York Undercover, National Geographic’s Tales from the Wild, All My Children, and One Life to Live. She regularly gives seminars to members of SAG and AFTRA actors’ unions, and in 2005 she started Narration Arts Workshop in New York City, offering audiobook recording classes and coaching. She holds a BA degree in theater studies from Yale University, an MFA in acting from the Yale School of Drama, and a certificate from the British American Drama Academy in England.