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Fall asleep quickly with this calm reading from The House at Pooh Corner by A.A. Milne! Read in a whisper or quiet voice, you can have pleasant dreams of Pooh, and his friends.

Return to the Hundred Acre Wood in A.A. Milne's The House at Pooh Corner, where Winnie-the-Pooh and friends welcome the exuberant Tigger to their whimsical adventures. With humor, heart, and timeless charm, this enchanting sequel celebrates friendship, imagination, and the bittersweet magic of childhood.

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Fall asleep quickly with this calm reading from Winnie-the-Pooh by A A Milne! Read in a whisper or quiet voice, you can have pleasant dreams of the Hundred Acre Wood.

Enjoy A.A. Milne’s Winnie-the-Pooh, where a lovable bear and his friends Piglet, Eeyore, and more embark on heartwarming adventures. Filled with timeless charm, this classic celebrates friendship, imagination, and the simple joys that make life magical.

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A full length audiobook in a whisper or calm reading style, Around the World in 80 Days by Jules Verne will help you fall asleep fast!

In Victorian England, the eccentric Phileas Fogg makes an audacious wager to circumnavigate the globe in just 80 days. Accompanied by his loyal valet, Passepartout, Fogg embarks on a whirlwind adventure, navigating a world of steamships, trains, and elephants.

NOTE: This audiobook presents the unabridged version of the book. It may include outdated depictions and terms.  

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Fall asleep quickly with this calm reading from The Blue Castle by Lucy Maud Montgomery, famous for Anne of Green Gables! Read in a whisper or quiet voice, you can have pleasant dreams of small towns and a simpler time.

In L.M. Montgomery's The Blue Castle, Valancy Stirling shocks her small-town world by defying conventions and embracing life after a shattering diagnosis. With newfound courage, she discovers love, freedom, and the breathtaking beauty of Muskoka in this inspiring tale of transformation and rebellion.

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Fall asleep to The Time Machine by HG Wells! In a whisper or calm reading style, this relaxing reading will immerse you in a new adventure.

In Victorian England, a Time Traveller invents a machine capable of transcending the boundaries of time itself. Venturing thousands of years into the future, he encounters a world transformed.

NOTE: This audiobook presents an unabridged excerpt from the book. It may include outdated depictions and terms.  

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Fall asleep quickly with this calm reading from Emma by Jane Austen! Read in a whisper or quiet voice, you can have pleasant dreams of Regency England.

Emma by Jane Austen centers on Emma Woodhouse, a young, intelligent, and wealthy woman with a penchant for matchmaking, but who is clueless about her own feelings and the consequences of her meddling. Believing herself immune to romance, Emma attempts to arrange the love lives of her friends and neighbors, often misinterpreting their desires and leading to a series of misunderstandings.

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Fall asleep quickly with this calm reading from Peter Pan by J.M. Barrie! Read in a whisper or quiet voice, you can have pleasant dreams of England and Neverland.

Join Peter Pan in J.M. Barrie's timeless adventure to Neverland, a world of daring duels, mischievous fairies, and thrilling escapades. It's a journey filled with magic, danger, and the unforgettable spirit of never growing up.

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Want to fall asleep quickly? Try this bedtime story for adults!  A whisper or calm reading, this bedtime story of A Little Princess by Frances Hodgson Burnett will help you get to sleep no time.

In A Little Princess, Sara Crewe, a bright and imaginative young girl, faces a dramatic change in fortune when her once-lavish life is turned upside down. From a world of privilege to one of hardship, Sara’s enduring kindness and vivid storytelling help her navigate adversity, inspiring hope and resilience in those around her. 

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Fall asleep in minutes with this bedtime story for adults, The Wonderful Wizard of Oz! In a whisper or calm reading voice, this relaxing reading will help you sleep soundly in no time.

Dive into the enchanting world of Oz, as Dorothy, a young girl from Kansas, is swept away by a tornado to the magical land of Oz. Join her and her newfound companions—a Scarecrow, a Tin Woodman (aka Tin Man), and a Cowardly Lion — as they embark on a mesmerizing quest to find the famed Wizard, encountering both whimsical wonders and daunting challenges along the iconic yellow brick road. By L. Frank Baum.

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This relaxing reading of the Sherlock Holmes mystery The Hound of the Baskervilles will help you fall asleep fast! Read in a whisper or calm reading style, this was published third in the Sherlock Holmes series, but the books can be read and enjoyed in any order.

In Arthur Conan Doyle's The Hound of the Baskervilles, a chilling legend haunts the moors of Devonshire. As Sir Charles Baskerville meets a mysterious end, Sherlock Holmes and Dr. Watson are drawn into a web of dark secrets and supernatural terror.

NOTE: This audiobook presents an unabridged excerpt from the book. It may include outdated depictions and terms.  

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Fall asleep quickly with this calm reading from Sense and Sensibility by Jane Austen! Read in a whisper or quiet voice, you can have pleasant dreams of Regency England.

In Sense and Sensibility, Jane Austen weaves a tale of love, heartbreak, and resilience through the lives of the Dashwood sisters. Practical Elinor and passionate Marianne face the highs and lows of romance while navigating the constraints of wealth and societal expectations in 18th-century England. Can they find happiness in a world ruled by reason and emotion?

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Want to fall asleep quickly? Try this bedtime story for adults!  A whisper or calm reading, this bedtime story of Anna Karenina by Leo Tolstoy will help you get to sleep no time.

In imperial Russia, Anna Karenina, a beautiful and passionate aristocrat, is trapped in a loveless marriage when she embarks on a scandalous affair with the dashing Count Vronsky. As their love defies society's rigid conventions, Anna finds herself at odds with the expectations of her class, family, and morality itself.

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Read in a whisper or calm reading style, this relaxing reading of Anne of Green Gables will help you fall asleep fast! This coming-of-age children's classic was written by Lucy Maud Montgomery, best known for this work and The Blue Castle.

In L.M. Montgomery's Anne of Green Gables, Anne Shirley emerges as a spirited and imaginative orphan mistakenly sent to live with Marilla and Matthew Cuthbert, a brother and sister duo seeking help on their farm in the idyllic setting of Avonlea, Prince Edward Island. Initially seeking a boy, the Cuthberts are taken aback but soon embrace Anne's vibrant personality and creative mind.

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Read in a calm reading or whisper style, this relaxing reading of Charles Dickens' famous story, "The Chimes," will help you fall asleep fast! It is a pleasant story by Charles Dickens, the author famous for A Christmas Carol, Oliver Twist, and more!

In Charles Dickens' "The Chimes," step into the world of Trotty Veck. Witness his soul-stirring encounters with ethereal spirits as he grapples with themes of poverty, injustice, and hope.

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Fall asleep quickly with this calm reading from Persuasion by Jane Austen! Read in a whisper or quiet voice, you can have pleasant dreams of Regency England and the seaside.

Persuasion, set in early 19th-century England, follows the gentle and intelligent Anne Elliot, who navigates love, family pressure, and societal expectations. Amid shifting fortunes and second chances, Anne’s quiet strength shines as she reconnects with her first and only love.

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Fall asleep quickly with this delightful holiday story, Christmas at Thompson Hall! Read in a whisper or quiet voice, you can have pleasant dreams of a simpler time. 

It is a pleasant story by Anthony Trollope, famous for many Victorian era stories, including The Way We Live Now. Step into a captivating world brimming with holiday cheer. Join the guests and residents of Thompson Hall as they navigate the joys and trials of the festive season. 

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Celebrate Christmas season with the Little Women! Enjoy this heartwarming tale from Louisa May Alcott's Little Women, featuring their Christmas day festivities.

In this story from Little Women, the March sisters embrace the true spirit of Christmas, finding joy in small treasures, family bonds, and acts of kindness that bring warmth to their holiday.

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In a calm reading or whisper style, this relaxing from the Christmas story, The Life & Adventures of Santa Claus, will help you fall asleep fast! It is a pleasant story by L. Frank Baum, the author famous for The Wonderful Wizard of Oz.

In L. Frank Baum's The Life and Adventures of Santa Claus, journey through an enchanting world filled with wonder and magic. Join young Claus on a captivating odyssey as he discovers his destiny amidst the immortals of the Forest of Burzee.

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A bedtime story in calm reading or whisper style, this relaxing reading of the Christmas favorite, Twas the Night Before Christmas, will help calm you for sleep! This is the original rhyming poem version with Santa's Christmas eve visit.

Step into the magic of the season with ’Twas the Night Before Christmas! This timeless poem by Clement Clarke Moore captures the joy and wonder of Christmas Eve as Santa Claus and his reindeer visit a family home. Perfect for all ages, this classic tale of holiday cheer will enchant and delight listeners.

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A bedtime story in calm reading or whisper style, this relaxing reading of the Christmas favorite, The Nutcracker and Mouse-King, will help you fall asleep fast! This is the original story that inspired Tchaikovsky's famous Nutcracker ballet.

In E.T.A. Hoffmann's Nutcracker and Mouse-King, enter a captivating world teeming with enchantment and wonder. Follow young Marie on an extraordinary adventure as she receives a magical nutcracker doll from her godfather, Dr. Drosselmeyer.

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Fall asleep quickly with this calm reading from A Christmas Carol by Charles Dickens! Read in a whisper or quiet voice, you can dream of Mr. Scrooge and those he encounters in this famous Christmas story.

This classic tale, set in Victorian England, follows the miserly Ebenezer Scrooge as he confronts his past, present, and future on a transformative Christmas Eve. In a society rife with poverty and social inequality, Scrooge's journey reveals the redemptive power of compassion.

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Fall asleep quickly with this calm reading from Pride and Prejudice by Jane Austen! Read in a whisper or quiet voice, you can have pleasant dreams of Regency England and Mr. Darcy.

This timeless novel, set in early 19th-century England, revolves around the spirited Elizabeth Bennet and the wealthy, aloof Mr. Darcy. In a society highly concerned with social status and marriage, misunderstandings and preconceptions abound.

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This relaxing reading from The Picture of Dorian Gray by Oscar Wilde will help you fall asleep fast! Read in a whisper or calm reading style, it contains some spooky elements and is a fun listen for Halloween or any time of year.

Dorian Gray possesses a portrait with a mysterious power. As he is lured into a whirlwind of luxury and temptation, an enigmatic bond between man and artwork unfolds. Wilde weaves a gripping narrative of allure, secrets, and the intoxicating dance with immortality. Dive into a world where beauty may be more than skin deep, and every choice casts ripples that echo in the most unexpected of ways.

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Do you want to fall asleep quickly? Try this spooky bedtime story, The Canterville Ghost, from famous author Oscar Wilde! Read in a relaxing whisper or calm reading style, this story will help you get to sleep no time.

When the Otis family moves into Canterville Chase, they encounter Sir Simon, the resident ghost. The family's pragmatic and lighthearted approach to Sir Simon's hauntings eventually leads to a heartwarming resolution, revealing the ghost's longing for redemption.

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This reading from The Call of Cthulhu by H.P. Lovecraft will help you fall asleep fast! Read in a whisper or calm voice, it contains some spooky elements and is a fun listen for Halloween or any time of year.

In The Call of Cthulhu, an ancient terror stirs beneath the ocean's depths, waiting to awaken. Through a series of cryptic accounts and fragmented clues, H.P. Lovecraft unravels a spine-chilling mythos that spans time and space.

NOTE: This audiobook presents the unabridged version of the book. It may include outdated depictions and terms.  

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Do you want to fall asleep quickly? Try these spooky ghost stories by Charles Dickens! Best known for A Christmas Carol and his other novels, discover these hidden gems, including The Signal-Man and The Trial for Murder! Read in a relaxing whisper or calm reading style, these stories will help you get to sleep no time.

The Signal-Man:
Set against the backdrop of a lonely railway cutting, "The Signal-Man" follows a traveler who encounters a signalman plagued by recurring, inexplicable premonitions. As the story unfolds, it becomes a chilling exploration of fate, perception, and the haunting power of the past.

The Trial for Murder:
"The Trial for Murder" takes readers into a courtroom drama where a man stands accused of a heinous crime. However, as the trial unfolds, it becomes apparent that there are supernatural elements at play, blurring the lines between the earthly and the otherworldly.

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Read in a whisper or calm reading style, this relaxing reading from The Strange Case of Doctor Jekyll and Mr. Hyde will help you fall asleep fast! It has some spooky elements and is a fun listen for Halloween or any time of year.

Dr. Henry Jekyll harbors a shadowy secret in his laboratory. As he plunges into an experiment of passion and peril, a perplexing connection between man and potion emerges. This spooky mystery will keep you guessing.

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Looking for a relaxing bedtime story? Try this calm reading! This set includes two ghost stories, The Lady and the Ghost, and The Mummy's Foot! Read in a relaxing whisper or calm reading style, these stories will help you get to sleep no time.

The Lady and the Ghost by Rose Cecil O'Neill:
In a quaint countryside cottage, a newlywed bride encounters the lingering spirit of a former occupant, a man who met a tragic fate. Through spectral visits, an otherworldly connection forms, intertwining the past and present in a tale of love, loss, and the ethereal.

The Mummy's Foot by Théophile Gautier:
In the vibrant streets of Paris, a curious relic seller presents a peculiar artifact to a young artist—an ancient Egyptian mummy's foot. Little does he know, this acquisition sets off a chain of inexplicable and eerie events, blurring the lines between the living and the long-deceased.

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Want to fall asleep quickly? Try this relaxing reading of Dracula by Bram Stoker! Read in a whisper or calm reading style, this makes a great bedtime story for adults!

Dracula by Bram Stoker is a Gothic horror novel that revolves around Count Dracula, an ancient vampire from Transylvania, and the brave few determined to thwart his evil machinations. This famous novel is a classic tale of the most famous vampire of all time.

We also have a full cast version of the complete book available via the link below!

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Want to fall asleep quickly? Try this bedtime story for adults! Featuring Edgar Allan Poe's famous story, The Masque of the Red Death, this one is a dark and sinister mystery. Read in a whisper or calm reading style, this relaxing reading will help you get to sleep no time.

In a desperate bid to escape a deadly plague, Prince Prospero hosts a lavish masquerade. Yet, an unexpected guest shrouded in mystery brings an ominous message of mortality.

This is a one of four short stories from our Edgar Allan Poe collection.

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Want to fall asleep quickly? Try these bedtime ghost stories for adults! Includes two classic ghost stories, The Ghost Ship and The Water Ghost of Harrowby Hall! Read in a whisper or calm reading style, this relaxing reading will help you get to sleep no time.

The Ghost-Ship by Richard Middleton:
Amidst the desolation of the Arctic, Sir Henry Pendarves narrates a chilling encounter aboard the Polestar. A spectral vessel emerges from the icy mist, crewed by shadowy figures, leaving the seamen trembling with dread.

The Water Ghost of Harrowby Hall by John Kendrick Bangs
Within the ancient halls of Harrowby, a waterlogged apparition, Sir Simon de Canterville, weaves a spectral tale. His attempts to instill fear are met with an unexpected response, as the inhabitants offer warmth in the form of hot water bottles.

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Want to fall asleep quickly? Try this bedtime ghost story for adults! This is a special podcast, containing the full length audiobook of The Legend of Sleepy Hollow, famous for the headless horseman! Read in a whisper or calm reading style, this relaxing reading will help you get to sleep no time.

This spooky tale is perfect for Halloween or any time of year.

Ichabod Crane, a lanky and superstitious schoolteacher, competes for the affections of the beautiful Katrina Van Tassel in the haunted town of Sleepy Hollow. However, he's chased by a ghostly figure, the Headless Horseman, leading to his mysterious disappearance.

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A sleep audiobook in a whisper or calm reading style, this relaxing reading from Frankenstein will help you fall asleep fast! The full title is Frankenstein or, the Modern Prometheus, by Mary Shelley, also known as Mary Wollstonecraft (Godwin) Shelley.

In the shadowed halls of Ingolstadt, driven scientist Victor Frankenstein breaches the boundaries of life and death. Stitching together remnants of the departed, he births a creature both awe-inspiring and terrifying. But as Frankenstein shuns his creation, he sets forth a tale of vengeance and sorrow, prompting readers to wrestle with the ethical boundaries of innovation and the haunting loneliness of existence.

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A sleep audiobook in a whisper or calm reading style, this relaxing reading from Through the Looking-Glass and What Alice Found There will help you fall asleep fast! This is the sequel to Alice's Adventures in Wonderland, #2 in the series. That book was the basis for the famous film, Alice in Wonderland.

Alice steps through a mesmerizing looking glass into a world where the whimsical and the impossible intertwine. As she embarks upon a fantastical journey of oddities and wonders, an enchanting connection between girl and mystical realm reveals itself. Carroll spins a captivating tale of discovery, riddles, and the mesmerizing dance with the fantastical. Venture into a world where reality is as fluid as reflection, and every encounter spins logic on its head. Dive into an odyssey where rules are merely suggestions, and every step forward can be a leap into the magical unknown.

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Having trouble sleeping? Try this bedtime story for adults! A sleep audiobook in a whisper or calm reading style, this relaxing reading from Alice's Adventures in Wonderland will help you fall asleep in no time. This is the first book in the series, which is the inspiration for the famous film, "Alice in Wonderland."

Follow young Alice as she tumbles into a whimsical rabbit hole, where peculiar characters and nonsensical events unfold in Lewis Carroll's Alice's Adventures in Wonderland. Immerse yourself in this timeless classic that defies reality and takes readers on an imaginative and thought-provoking journey.

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Want to fall asleep quickly? Try this bedtime story for adults, featuring a short story from Robert Louis Stevenson, most famous for Dr. Jekyll and Mr. Hyde and Treasure Island. Read in a whisper or calm reading style, this relaxing reading will help you get to sleep no time.

In "Markheim," a man, consumed by inner turmoil, seeks refuge in an antique shop on a fateful Christmas Day. There, he encounters a mysterious dealer who seems to understand his darkest desires. As their conversation unfolds, a sinister choice looms before Markheim, one that could alter the course of his destiny forever.

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