Mysteries at Midnight - Mystery Stories read in the soothing style of a bedtime story

With Burns Night being this week, I have decided to read two Scottish myths. They are called: "The Fairies of Merlin's Craig"  "The Mermaid Wife". Please leave a 5-star review & SUBSCRIBE on Apple and Spotify. Sleep Cove Premium Become a Premium Member for Bonus Episodes & Ad-Free listening: Visit ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.sleepcove.com/support⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ and become a Premium Memb...

In Regin’s smithy, Sigurd sees a shield painted with the dragon Fafnir and hears about the treasure the dragon guards. Sigurd says he doesn’t care about dragons or gold, but he can’t stop dreaming about them. Finally, Regin the smithy tries to forge a powerful sword to help him defeat the dragon. Will the sword be powerful enough or will the broken pieces of Gram, his father’s famous sword, be nee...

In Regin’s smithy, Sigurd sees a shield painted with the dragon Fafnir and hears about the treasure the dragon guards. Sigurd says he doesn’t care about dragons or gold, but he can’t stop dreaming about them. Finally, Regin the smithy tries to forge a powerful sword to help him defeat the dragon. Will the sword be powerful enough or will the broken pieces of Gram, his father’s famous sword, be nee...

Welcome to an original Sophie Meadows mystery set in the peaceful village of Sleep Cove. On Christmas Eve, Sophie arranges for the village choir to spread festive cheer to nearby hamlets, but when the choir fails to return home as expected, worry begins to grow. As snow falls and night draws closer, Sophie follows a trail of gentle clues to uncover what has really happened — and to bring everyone...

Welcome to an original Sophie Meadows mystery set in the peaceful village of Sleep Cove. On Christmas Eve, Sophie arranges for the village choir to spread festive cheer to nearby hamlets, but when the choir fails to return home as expected, worry begins to grow. As snow falls and night draws closer, Sophie follows a trail of gentle clues to uncover what has really happened — and to bring everyone...

Welcome to a cozy new Sherlock Holmes Christmas mystery. Each year, Sherlock delights in trying to uncover the secret ingredient in his baker’s famous Christmas pudding. But when this year’s pudding arrives with a hidden and unsettling note, the holiday cheer is disrupted. With Dr Watson at his side, Holmes follows a trail of clues through festive London to reveal the truth behind the threat messa...

Welcome to a cozy new Sherlock Holmes Christmas mystery. Each year, Sherlock delights in trying to uncover the secret ingredient in his baker’s famous Christmas pudding. But when this year’s pudding arrives with a hidden and unsettling note, the holiday cheer is disrupted. With Dr Watson at his side, Holmes follows a trail of clues through festive London to reveal the truth behind the threat messa...

Join us to enjoy a brand new mystery story with our very own exclusive detective Sophie Meadows. Sophie is a retired schoolteacher who lives in the seemingly quiet village of Sleep Cove; however, it seems there is always a mystery to be solved in Sleep Cove and with her strong powers of observation, close friendships with the local residents and strong understanding of human nature, Sophie is alwa...

We’ve created an original mystery character called Sophie Meadows, who lives in the village of Sleep Cove! She is a retired schoolteacher who solves mysteries in the town and notices what is going on.  We were due to launch this on Mysteries at midnight next year, but for Christmas, we have done a couple of special episodes where Sophie solves festive mysteries. In this story, a Santa Suit goes mi...

Welcome to this Mystery at Midnight original Christmas  Sherlock Holmes story. Having rejected Watson's invitation to attend a Christmas party, preferring instead to focus on his latest case. Holmes is visited by a Spirit in this Christmas Carol inspired story. I really want to know what you think. So Please let us know on the comments. If you prefer to listen without our relaxing sleep music, ple...

Welcome to this Mystery at Midnight original Christmas  Sherlock Holmes story. Having rejected Watson's invitation to attend a Christmas party, preferring instead to focus on his latest case. Holmes is visited by a Spirit in this Christmas Carol inspired story. If you prefer to listen with our relaxing sleep music, please scroll up to the next episode to find this version. Please leave a 5-star re...

The people of Ancient Greece must decide whether to name their city for Athena or Neptune. Athena offers the people an Olive Tree, whereas Neptune creates the first Horse with a mighty blow from his Trident to the ground. Will the people choose the path of wisdom and peace from Athena, or power and might from Neptune. Listen to find out. Please leave a 5-star review & SUBSCRIBE on Apple and Spotif...

The people of Ancient Greece must decide whether to name their city for Athena or Neptune. Athena offers the people an Olive Tree, whereas Neptune creates the first Horse with a mighty blow from his Trident to the ground. Will the people choose the path of wisdom and peace from Athena, or power and might from Neptune. Listen to find out. Please leave a 5-star review & SUBSCRIBE on Apple and Spotif...

The Night Before Thanksgiving - A Cosy & Calm Bedtime Story. Here is the video of me finding the book in my amazing private members library - ⁠HERE Tonight I have a very moving and heartwarming Thanksgiving take. Called The Night Before Thanksgiving Sarah Orne Jewett. It tells the story of Mrs Robb, who has a heart of gold but might be having Thanksgiving alone this year. Will her adopted son retu...

Relax to this Greek Myth, this myth tells the story of Daedalus, the Wonderful Artisan, who designed the Minotaur Labrynth and forged the wings of Icarus, his son. Please leave a 5-star review & SUBSCRIBE on Apple and Spotify. Sleep Cove Premium Become a Premium Member for Bonus Episodes & Ad-Free listening: Visit ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.sleepcove.com/support⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ and beco...

Relax to this Greek Myth, this myth tells the story of Daedalus, the Wonderful Artisan, who designed the Minotaur Labrynth and forged the wings of Icarus, his son. Please leave a 5-star review & SUBSCRIBE on Apple and Spotify. Sleep Cove Premium Become a Premium Member for Bonus Episodes & Ad-Free listening: Visit ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.sleepcove.com/support⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ and beco...

In tonight’s story, you’ll join Hercule Poirot, his loyal friend Hastings, and Inspector Japp as they puzzle over the strange vanishing of a wealthy banker. What begins as an ordinary afternoon tea quickly turns into a tale of secrets, speculation, and a most unusual wager. As Poirot uses his famous “little grey cells” to untangle the truth, you’ll be gently carried along by the steady rhythm of t...

For Halloween, I am reading The Monkey’s paw by, W. W. Jacobs. A classic chilling horror story of unintended consequences and the cautionary tale of being careful what you wish for. Written in 1902 and featured in Harper’s Magazine, it is one of the classics of the genre, and even had the honour of being parodied in the Treehouse of Horror series on The Simpsons. This version features cosy fire so...

For Halloween, I am reading The Monkey’s paw by, W. W. Jacobs. A classic chilling horror story of unintended consequences and the cautionary tale of being careful what you wish for. Written in 1902 and featured in Harper’s Magazine, it is one of the classics of the genre, and even had the honour of being parodied in the Treehouse of Horror series on The Simpsons. This version is music and sound-ef...

As night get darker and the wind rustles through golden leaves, the Autumn season is closing in and Halloween approaches, we have 3 gently soothing tales to share. Twinkling Feet’s Hallowe’en, The Elfin Knight, and The Courteous Prince — each tale glows with autumn warmth and a touch of otherworldly magic, wrapping you in mystery before carrying you gently into slumber. Please leave a 5-star revie...

Holmes and Watson's investigation into "The Hasty Holiday" of Miss Davenport continues in the final part of our tale. Please scroll down to find the first seven parts if you haven't already listened. If you prefer to listen with our relaxing background music, scroll down to the next episode of Mysteries at Midnight to find our version with relaxing sleep music. Please leave a 5-star review & SUBSC...

Holmes and Watson's investigation into "The Hasty Holiday" of Miss Davenport continues in the seventh part of our tale. Please scroll down to find the first six parts if you haven't already listened. If you prefer to listen without our relaxing background music, scroll up to the next episode of Mysteries at Midnight to find our version without relaxing sleep music. Please leave a 5-star review & S...

Holmes and Watson's investigation into "The Hasty Holiday" of Miss Davenport continues in the seventh part of our tale. Please scroll down to find the first six parts if you haven't already listened. If you prefer to listen with our relaxing background music, scroll down to the next episode of Mysteries at Midnight to find our version with relaxing sleep music. Please leave a 5-star review & SUBSC...

Holmes and Watson's investigation into "The Hasty Holiday" of Miss Davenport continues in the seventh part of our tale. Please scroll down to find the first six parts if you haven't already listened. If you prefer to listen without our relaxing background music, scroll up to the next episode of Mysteries at Midnight to find our version without relaxing sleep music. Please leave a 5-star review & S...

Holmes and Watson's investigation into "The Hasty Holiday" of Miss Davenport continues in the sixth part of our tale. Please scroll down to find the first five parts if you haven't already listened. If you prefer to listen with our relaxing background music, scroll down to the next episode of Mysteries at Midnight to find our version with relaxing sleep music. Please leave a 5-star review & SUBSCR...