Every story includes a soothing audiobook narration

Community Bedtime Stories for Adults

Explore our collection of community stories, each with its own audiobook narration. Perfect for listening while you unwind and prepare for a peaceful night's sleep.

Market Day at Dawn - Free bedtime stories for adults

Market Day at Dawn

Join the gentle morning journey of a vibrant community as they come alive at dawn, celebrating connection and culture through the sights, sounds, and stories of a bustling market day.

April 6, 2026

46 min read

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Cobbler's Night at the Abbey - Free bedtime stories for adults

Cobbler's Night at the Abbey

In a time of uncertainty, a cobbler seeks solace within the stone walls of an abbey, where he finds peace in the art of his craft and the soothing rhythm of monastic life. Through the embrace of leather and the gentle glow of candlelight, he discovers the beauty of routine amidst chaos.

March 30, 2026

45 min read

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Whispering Tides of Uist Harbor - Free bedtime stories for adults

Whispering Tides of Uist Harbor

In a remote Hebridean harbor, the tides whisper tales of belonging as the community gathers to share memories and forge deeper connections. Each story, woven into the rhythm of the sea, reveals the essence of life on Uist, a place where every wave carries a piece of history.

March 30, 2026

46 min read

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The Stillness of the Lake at Dawn - Free bedtime stories for adults

The Stillness of the Lake at Dawn

In 'The Stillness of the Lake at Dawn', a retired concert pianist finds refuge at a lakeside cabin, where the beauty of autumn and the embrace of music help her rediscover lost pieces of her identity and past.

March 29, 2026

45 min read

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Beneath the Willow's Shade - Free bedtime stories for adults

Beneath the Willow's Shade

A retired teacher embarks on a journey of self-discovery as she revitalizes a neglected community garden, finding purpose and connection in her rural village during the vibrant spring season.

March 16, 2026

39 min read

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