Tonight’s reading is Old Pipes and the Dryad, a quiet fairy tale by Frank R. Stockton, first published in 1887. Set in a peaceful countryside, the story follows a man named Old Pipes who plays the pipes to call the cattle down from the mountain every day. When his strength fails him, he meets a beautiful dryad in the forest, and ends up finding his own way home.

This episode is intended for slow, relaxed listening. Settle in, soften your breathing, and let the story carry you gently toward sleep.

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Tonight, I will be reading a calming bedtime story, Frank R. Stockton's 1887 classic, The Bee-Man of Orn. Curl up and drift away to the sun-drenched countryside of Orn where we follow the story of a peaceful old man who lives completely surrounded by his bees, sharing a simple existence with them. When a curious junior sorcerer suggests the Bee-Man might have been transformed from something else, he sets off on a gentle journey to discover his true nature.

This tale is designed to soothe your mind. So let the soft humming of the bees and the gentle, repetitive rhythm of the story help you drift into a deep, peaceful sleep.

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Tonight we continue and conclude The Old Peabody Pew by Kate Douglas Wiggin, a calm, reflective story set inside a small New England meetinghouse.

This second half lingers on the small moments and unspoken understandings within the meetinghouse. The story settles into reflection, making it especially well suited for listening at day’s end.

This is a restful place with an opportunity to observe the quiet dignity found in ordinary moments. Settle in, get comfortable, and let the rest of this gentle classic carry you to sleep..

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Tonight’s story is The Old Peabody Pew by Kate Douglas Wiggin, a quiet and reflective tale set inside a small New England meetinghouse. At its heart is an old, unused family pew and the gentle questions it raises about tradition, change, belonging, and kindness.

Kate Douglas Wiggin was an American writer and educator best known for Rebecca of Sunnybrook Farm, and her work often reflects her belief in fairness, compassion, and the quiet responsibilities we have to one another.

So settle in, get comfortable, and let this gentle classic carry you toward rest.

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Tonight's story is A Christmas Dream, and How It Came True. It was written by Louisa May Alcott, the beloved author of Little Women, and tells the story of a privileged 10-year-old girl named Effie who is dreadfully bored with Christmas. She soon learns the real meaning of Christmas after a dream inspires her.

There’s no hurry here. Let the words wander like snowflakes, let the dream unfold at its own pace, and allow this small Christmas story to warm the night as you fall asleep.

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Settle in tonight with two gentle Christmas classics designed to help you relax and drift into sleep.

We begin with The Gift of the Magi by O. Henry — a simple, heartfelt story of love and giving. Then we move into The Child’s Story by Charles Dickens, a soft, reflective tale about life’s quiet journey.

Together, these cozy stories create a peaceful atmosphere to calm your mind and ease you into rest. Snuggle in… and sweet dreams.

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Christmas Every Day by W. D. Howells is a classic Christmas tale about a young girl whose wish for daily Christmas celebrations comes true — with funny and unexpected results. This cozy holiday sleep story is perfect for drifting off, relaxing before bed, or adding a little festive calm to your evening.

This episode features a brief relaxation introduction followed by a slow, steady reading of the story. No ads, no interruptions — just gentle narration to help you unwind during the busy holiday season.

If you enjoy Christmas sleep stories, classic literature, or peaceful bedtime readings, this one is a perfect way to settle in for the night.

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Tonight’s story is a tender, heartwarming holiday classic from Louisa May Alcott, the beloved author of Little Women. An Old-Fashioned Thanksgiving invites us into a simpler world—where a frontier family prepares for the holiday with love, laughter, and a few unexpected challenges along the way.

This gentle tale is filled with cozy New England imagery, a loving family, and old-time Thanksgiving traditions. It’s the perfect story to help you wind down and settle into a peaceful night’s rest.

Let the simplicity of another era…
the quiet hum of family togetherness…
and the soft rhythm of Alcott’s storytelling
carry you into a calm, restful sleep.

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