witching

Yet these stories have real heft and depth and will linger in the imagination well beyond the witching time of year.

I’m often awake at the witching hours, going on late-night death calls, strolling through the silent corridors of nursing homes.

In the afternoon show timed for that sweet spot many parents know well — post-nap and right before the evening witching hours — Pearce pranced, high-fived kids and waved at babies being hoisted in the air.

The witching hour has begun, a disquieting moment for them to have nothing to do.

As the witching hour approached, a buzzing crowd mingled, played themed character games and snagged official “Iron Flame” merch as they waited to pick up their limited-edition hardcovers at midnight.