The Forsyte Saga by John Galsworthy

Tonight's bedtime story is What Maisie Knew by Henry James. Published in 1897, it is the story of the effect of a bitter divorce on a young child.Interested in more sleepy content or just want to support the show? Join Just Sleep Premium here: https://justsleeppodcast.com/supportAs a Just Sleep Premium member you will receive:Ad-free and Intro-free episodesThe entire audiobook of the Wizard of OzA collection of short fairy tales including Rapunzel and the Frog PrinceAn additional 2 episodes every monthThe chance to vote on the next story that you hearThe chance to win readings just for youThe entire back catalogue of the podcast, ad and intro-free (coming soon!)Thanks for your support!Sweet Dreams...Intro Music by the Psychedelic Squirrel Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

13 Okt 202235min

Drift off tonight to our first spooky tale for the Halloween season, The Monkey's Paw by W.W Jacobs. Be warned that this story is scary so if that isn't your thing, try one of our other stories tonight. Not only has this story been adapted numerous times, elements of this story are now firm tropes in the horror genre.Want to support the show but not interested in Just Sleep Premium? You can buy me a coffee here -----> buymeacoffee.com/justsleeppodSweet Dreams...Intro Music by the Psychedelic Squirrel Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

9 Okt 202228min

Feeling stressed? Relax tonight with This Side of Paradise by F Scott Fitzgerald. Published in 1920, it is Fitzgerald's first book. In this episode, Amory goes to a boarding school in Connecticut.Want to support the show but not interested in Just Sleep Premium? You can buy me a coffee here -----> buymeacoffee.com/justsleeppod Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

6 Okt 202240min

Tonight's bedtime story is The Blue Castle by Lucy Maud Montgomery, best known for writing Anne of Green Gables. This romance novel was published in 1926 and is set in a fictional Canadian town. In this episode, Valancy Stirling, 29 and unmarried, laments about her life and her family connections.Interested in more sleepy content or just want to support the show? Join Just Sleep Premium here: https://justsleeppodcast.com/supportAs a Just Sleep Premium member you will receive:Ad-free and Intro-free episodesThe entire audiobook of the Wizard of OzA collection of short fairy tales including Rapunzel and the Frog PrinceAn additional 2 episodes every monthThe chance to vote on the next story that you hearThe chance to win readings just for youThe entire back catalogue of the podcast, ad and intro-free (coming soon!)Thanks for your support!Sweet Dreams...Intro Music by the Psychedelic Squirrel Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

2 Okt 202239min

Tonight's sleep story is a continuation of the Enchanted April by Elizabeth von Arnim. Published in 1922, it is the story of four disparate women who travel to a medieval castle in Italy for a holiday. In this episode, Mrs Wilkins and Mrs Arbuthnot need references to secure San Salvatore. They also want to find two other women to join them on their trip.Interested in more sleepy content or just want to support the show? Join Just Sleep Premium here: https://justsleeppodcast.com/supportAs a Just Sleep Premium member you will receive:Ad-free and Intro-free episodesThe entire audiobook of the Wizard of OzA collection of short fairy tales including Rapunzel and the Frog PrinceAn additional 2 episodes every monthThe chance to vote on the next story that you hearThe chance to win readings just for youThe entire back catalogue of the podcast, ad and intro-free (coming soon!)Thanks for your support!Sweet Dreams...Intro Music by the Psychedelic Squirrel Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

29 Sep 202239min

Tonight's bedtime story is A Little Cloud by James Joyce. This story appears in Joyce's 1914 collection Dubliners. Little Chandler meets up with an old friend that has been living the high life in London.Interested in more sleepy content or just want to support the show? Join Just Sleep Premium here: https://justsleeppodcast.com/supportAs a Just Sleep Premium member you will receive:Ad-free and Intro-free episodesThe entire audiobook of the Wizard of OzA collection of short fairy tales including Rapunzel and the Frog PrinceAn additional 2 episodes every monthThe chance to vote on the next story that you hearThe chance to win readings just for youThe entire back catalogue of the podcast, ad and intro-free (coming soon!)Thanks for your support!Sweet Dreams...Intro Music by the Psychedelic Squirrel Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

25 Sep 202233min

Tonight's sleep story is the continuation of Animal Farm by George Orwell. Interested in more sleepy content or just want to support the show? Join Just Sleep Premium here: https://justsleeppodcast.com/supportAs a Just Sleep Premium member you will receive:Ad-free and Intro-free episodesThe entire audiobook of the Wizard of OzA collection of short fairy tales including Rapunzel and the Frog PrinceAn additional 2 episodes every monthThe chance to vote on the next story that you hearThe chance to win readings just for youThe entire back catalogue of the podcast, ad and intro-free (coming soon!)Thanks for your support!Sweet Dreams...Intro Music by the Psychedelic Squirrel Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

22 Sep 202239min

Tonight's sleep story is Romeo and Juliet retold by Edith Nesbit. You know the story of the ill-fated lovers Romeo and Juliet, originally written by William Shakespeare. This adaptation by Edith Nesbit condenses and simplifies the story but the end remains the same. If you're still awake, the second story is Much Ado About Nothing. A story you might not be as familiar with.Interested in more sleepy content or just want to support the show? Join Just Sleep Premium here: https://justsleeppodcast.com/supportAs a Just Sleep Premium member you will receive:Ad-free and Intro-free episodesThe entire audiobook of the Wizard of OzA collection of short fairy tales including Rapunzel and the Frog PrinceAn additional 2 episodes every monthThe chance to vote on the next story that you hearThe chance to win readings just for youThe entire back catalogue of the podcast, ad and intro-free (coming soon!)Thanks for your support!Sweet Dreams...Intro Music by the Psychedelic Squirrel Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

18 Sep 202236min