Tales by the Fireside - Bedtime stories and sleep meditation

Tonight we have another Christmas Bonus Episode. A story about a magical village, and its magical inhabitant. A story about the history of someone very special, this time of year. A story, of Frogs and Ramsay's, of Elves and gifts. Of Magic. Presenting "Santa's First Christmas" by M. B. Bennett, written for santasweb.co.uk . I would like to thank the author for allowing me to read this lovely book...

Tonight, we have a much beloved Christmas Bonus Episode, a story about a brave little girl on a grand journey to save her best friend. A story about crows and royalty. A story of robbers and glass, of reindeer and sorceresses. A story about roses. Proudly presenting Hans Christian Andersen's "The Snow Queen", as published in 1844. If you enjoyed this episode, or any of the others, please do let me...

Tonight, we have a wonderful set of stories about a magical forest and the magical beings within it. A story about fairies and pixies, of courage and love, of enchantment and wonder. Presenting part one of The Wishing Well Collection, written by Liana Wall.  You can find more information about this lovely book here: thewishingwellcollection.com As always, if you enjoy the content, please do c...

Tonight, we have another guided ASMR Meditation. This time, we are focusing on trying to relieve pain by creating a safe place we can return to at any time, and then winding us down for sleep. Please do let me know how this works for you, by leaving a rating or review, following or sharing. Every interaction truly means the world to this channel x Check out our website to listen to all the episode...

Tonight, we have a lovely Tale about a sleepy little village in 1900s America. A story about the magic of a piece of art, about struggles and troubles that can be remedied by coming together. A story about family. I am proud to present A romance of a Christmas card by Kate Douglas Wiggin, as published in 1916. Please rate, follow, or share if you enjoy this episode. Every interaction truly means t...

Tonight, we have a special Tale for Children. A month or so ago, we held a competition on our facebook.com/talesbythefireside page, in which the first prize was to have a Tale custom written and read out on the channel. This is the story I have for you tonight. As customised by Vicky of the Fireside Community. A story about a brave little boy and his journey to realise that being true to yourself...

Tonight, I am proud to read one of my favourite adventures of one of my favourite characters. A story about the worlds most famous detective facing off against one of his most famous opponents. Presenting Sherlock Holmes in "A Scandal in Bohemia" as published by Arthur Conan Doyle in 1891. Please rate, follow, or share if you enjoy this episode. Every interaction truly means the world to this chan...

Tonight we have one of many bonus Tales in the month of December, this time, a Tale for Children, written by L. Frank Baum and published in 1904, " A Kidnapped Santa Claus". Please rate, follow, or share if you enjoy this episode. Every interaction truly means the world to this channel x Check out our website to listen to all the episodes, find out how you can support the show and join our mailing...

Tonight, we have another well loved classic Tale for Children. A Tale about about cats and tigers and boars and gorillas and tangerines. A story about a mythical creature, and the quest to rescue it. Presenting "My Father's Dragon" written by Ruth Stiles Gannett, as published in 1948. Please like, follow, or leave a rating or review, every interaction truly means the world to this channel x Check...

Tonight, we have a story by one of the first members of the Fireside Community. The talented poet that brought us the War Years Pentalogy, Neil Willis. Now with a story about the glory of nature and our connection with it, followed by a perspective on mans folly in faith and the story of a young, special child.  Proudly presenting Mother Tree, and The Wood Kingdom. Please follow him on Facebo...

Tonight, we have another Fireside Community Author Spotlight. This time, about a girl born on the coldest day of the year, in the coldest place in the world. A story that teaches us that people may have hidden qualities. Presenting, The Coldest Girl by Matthew J Hooper. The book is available on Amazon: https://www.amazon.com/Coldest-Girl-Matthew-J-Hooper/dp/B08FP9Z5NH Please like, follow, or leave...

Tonight, we have another Fireside Community Author Spotlight. This time, about a little balloon that gets swept away by the wind, and discovers a wide world. Presenting, The Little Lost Balloon by Michael Burke. The book is available on Google Books for you to read and enjoy the lovely illustrations. Please like, follow, or leave a rating or review, every interaction truly means the world to this...

Tonight, we have a series of short, powerful poems written by one of my oldest friends, Dean SM Wright, aka CerebralCongestion. Follow him here: Dean S M Wright (@cerebralcongestion) Please like, follow, or leave a rating or review, every interaction truly means the world to this channel x Check out our website to listen to all the episodes, find out how you can support the show and join our maili...

Tonight, we have the concluding part 3 of Lewis Carroll's Alice's Adventures in Wonderland. This time, featuring gryphons and playing cards, Kings, Queens, Cats and Tarts. Please like, follow, or leave a rating or review, every interaction truly means the world to this channel x Check out our website to listen to all the episodes, find out how you can support the show and join our mailing-list: ww...

Tonight, we have part 2 of our family favourite, Alice's Adventures in Wonderland by Lewis Carroll, as published in 1865. A Tale about a kitchen like no other, and a tea party that resounds throughout history. The concluding Part 3 is out now! Please like, follow, or leave a rating or review, every interaction truly means the world to this channel x Check out our website to listen to all the episo...

Tonight, we have another family favourite. A Tale that both adults and children have enjoyed for generations. A story of beauty, confusion, wonder, and upside down, topsy-turvyness. I am proud to present part 1 of Lewis Carroll's Alice's Adventures in Wonderland, as published in 1919. Part 2 is out now! Please like and subscribe, every interaction means the world to this channel x Check out our we...

Tonight I am pleased to present a three story collection, written by one of our first Fireside Community members from the United States. Written by Rachael Hedgcoth and Illustrated by Tony Tibbits of SunStar Books, I am proud to read Paper Moon, Old Man Sea and Whispering Wind. I urge you to check out these books on Amazon, as the illustrations are equally as beautiful as the words. You can check...

Tonight, I am pleased to present another Fireside Community Spotlight piece. Written by author May Mahomed, tonight's Tale for Adults is a story of finding love in unexpected places and in in trying times. You can follow the author on Facebook, under her pseudonym here: www.facebook.com/melissasteele2020/ Please like and subscribe, every interaction means the world to this channel x Check out our...

Tonight, I am very pleased to present a story that looks back on the UK Lockdown that began in March 2020, and reflects upon the acts of courage, the strangeness and oddities of that time, from an unexpected perspective. Presenting "Cats' Eye View of... Lockdown" written by Octavia Lonergan. You can purchase the book on Amazon: https://amzn.to/36Asl89 Please like and subscribe, every interaction m...

Tonight, I am pleased to present a brief introduction to the Gunpowder Plot, Guy Fawkes and the November 5th Bonfire and fireworks traditions.  Please like and subscribe, every interaction means the world to this channel x Check out our website to listen to all the episodes, find out how you can support the show and join our mailing-list: www.talesbythrefireside.com Hosted on Acast. See acast...

Tonight on this All Hallows Eve, I am very excited to bring to you a special Tale for Adults.  H.P. Lovecraft's Dagon. An author that has been firmly lodged in my mind since I was young. This is strictly a Tale for Adults, and no younger listeners should download this story. True to it's time, there are some words, themes and language that are less acceptable nowadays, however I have kept the...

Tonight, I am pleased to present this special Halloween Tale for Children. The Old Witch, and Hansel and Gretel, both written by The Brothers Grimm. Whilst these stories are suitable for children, they are both pretty creepy, so I would suggest parents have a listen before showing their younger kids. Please like and subscribe, every interaction means the world to this channel x Check out our websi...

Tonight I am pleased to present my second guided meditation video, this time, focusing on gratitude and clearing our mind before sleep. We will start sitting up, so please press play, lay your device down and relax. As meditations are still new to me, I would truly value feedback as to how this works for you. Please like and subscribe, every interaction means the world to this channel x Check out...

Tonight, we have an extra episode to get us all into the Halloween spirit. A poem that has inspired unease and mystery into generations of readers.  I am pleased to present Edgar Allen Poe's, The Raven, published in 1845. Please like and subscribe, every interaction means the world to this channel x Check out our website to listen to all the episodes, find out how you can support the show and...

Tonight's Tale for Children is another old family favourite. One that has been lodged firmly in the hearts of adults and children alike for hundreds of years.  The Ugly Duckling by Hans Christian Andersen, in it's original translated form from the 1843 text. I sincerely hope you enjoy listening as much as I did recording. Please like and subscribe, every interaction means the world to this ch...