A review by schymek
Mostly Void, Partially Stars by Joseph Fink, Jeffrey Cranor

3.0

Remember: If you see something, say nothing, and drink to forget.
To those unfamiliar, Welcome to Night Vale is a fictional podcast created by Joseph Fink and Jeffrey Cranor, narrated by the soothing voice of Cecil Baldwin and an evergrowing array of reappearing cast members. It follows radio show host Cecil, a proud member of the Night Vale community, in which every conspiracy theory finds its nook or cranny. I listened to roughly the first 60-ish episodes when they came out way back and am currently on a very slow-paced re-listen/catch up.
Just to be clear, I did not read this book in it's entirety. Rather, I read the short prologue-esque commentary put before each episode by one of the creators that provides small insights and anectodes relating to the episode itself. Aside from the cooky illustrations (roughly one or two per episode) that was the only original content provided in the book. Now, I knew what I was paying for beforehand, so I cannot complain about that. Night Vale also holds a dear place in my heart so I was willing to pay for what is basically a printed collection of episode transcripts. However, I can understand when some fans had hoped for something more, particularly because the commentary could have appeared more often, sort of as a run-along to the transcript.
I might rate the next 'books' when I read them but they would probably end up the same. If you're a completionist, long for physical proof of Night Vale's existance or want to highlight the absurd beauty of Cecil's ramblings, get yourself a copy. And for now, good night, Night Vale. Good night.