Drift Off - Bedtime Stories for Adults
Drift Off - Bedtime Stories is a soothing bedtime story podcast that welcomes you each week with a soft, melodic voice to help you fall asleep to bedtime stories from the public domain. Every episode begins with a brief relaxation to help you settle in, followed by a calm reading of a bedtime story. Whether you're looking for a relaxing tale to help you unwind or a sleepy bedtime story, Drift Off Bedtime Stories for Adults is the ultimate destination for a restful night's sleep.
The Long Winter (Chapter 18) Bedtime Story for Sleep
Welcome back, dear listeners! Tonight we continue with a couple more chapters from The Long Winter by Laura Ingalls Wilder. This story takes us back to the prairie with Laura and her family as they face one of the hardest winters they've ever known.
So snuggle in, get comfortable and let the gentle rhythm of this timeless story carry you into a place of peace and rest.
Sweet dreams,
Joanne xo
Music in this episode is 'Forest Spring' by Aiyo via Epidemic Sound
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The Long Winter (Chapter 16 & 17) Bedtime Story for Sleep
Welcome back, dear listeners! Tonight we continue with a couple more chapters from The Long Winter by Laura Ingalls Wilder. This story takes us back to the prairie with Laura and her family as they face one of the hardest winters they've ever known.
So snuggle in, get comfortable and let the gentle rhythm of this timeless story carry you into a place of peace and rest.
Sweet dreams,
Joanne xo
Music in this episode is 'Forest Spring' by Aiyo via Epidemic Sound
This podcast is 100...
The Long Winter (Chapter 14 & 15) Bedtime Story for Sleep
Welcome back, dear listeners! Tonight we continue with a couple more chapters from The Long Winter by Laura Ingalls Wilder . This story takes us back to the prairie with Laura and her family as they face one of the hardest winters they’ve ever known.
So snuggle in, get comfortable, and let the gentle rhythm of this timeless story carry you into a place of peace and rest.
Sweet dreams,
Joanne xo
Music in this episode is "Forest Spring' by Aiyo via Epidemic Sound
This podcast is ...
Drift Off to Sleep: 8 Bedtime Stories Over 4 Hours of Rest
It's time to get cozy. 🌙Tonight, I am bringing you a very special compilation episode — a collection of 8 beloved bedtime tales that listeners of Drift Off have already fallen asleep to. Consider this your personal sleep library, gathered together in one long, restful listening experience.
Settle in, let your mind unwind, and allow each story to gently carry you further into relaxation. And when the last tale is told? The soothing sleep music will continue to play, softly for a little while longer, guiding you into a deep and peaceful sleep.
This episode is over 4 hours...
The Long Winter (Chapter 12 & 13) Bedtime Story for Sleep
Welcome back, dear listeners! Tonight we continue with a couple more chapters from The Long Winter by Laura Ingalls Wilder . This story takes us back to the prairie with Laura and her family as they face one of the hardest winters they’ve ever known.
Just a gentle reminder that if you’d like access to all the full-length audiobooks from the Little House series as they’re completed, you can join Drift Off Premium.
So snuggle in, get comfortable, and let the gentle rhythm of this timeless story carry you into a p...
A Little Princess (Chapter 7) Bedtime Story Reading for Sleep
Tonight we continue with A Little Princess by Frances Hodgson Burnett with Chapter 7. Settle in and get cozy, and let this classic bedtime story carry you gently into sleep.
Music in this episode is 'Sleeping Kittens' by L.i.Y via Epidemic Sound
New Colouring Book!
Drift Off Dreams is now available on Amazon. Filled with simple, soothing pages designed to help you relax, unwind, and drift off peacefully.
Find your copy here
My new audiobook 'Tales to Help You Sleep Vol. 1' is now av...
The Tears of Prunella | Bedtime Story for Sleep (Drift Back)
Tonight I’m sharing a Drift Back episode — a return to The Tears of Prunella, a tender and dreamy fairytale that many of you may remember… and some of you may be hearing for the very first time. If you’re new here, Drift Back episodes are gentle revisits to stories from the archives. They offer a chance to settle into something familiar, or to discover a quiet gem from earlier days of the podcast.
The Tears of Prunella is a soft and wistful bedtime story, filled with feeling and quiet magic — the kind of tale meant to be list...
The Good Little Mouse | A Gentle Bedtime Story for Sleep
Hello sleepy friends! Tonight’s story is The Good Little Mouse, a classic, vintage fairy tale by Madame D'Aulnoy.
As always, we’ll begin with a short relaxation to help you settle in, followed by a calm narration of the story. Some parts of the original text have been lightly adapted to make the story flow more smoothly for listening, while staying true to the heart of the original tale.
This is a gentle, traditional fairy tale about kindness, patience, and quiet goodness, shared here in a soft, sleepy way to help you rela...
The Long Winter (Chapter 10 & 11) Bedtime Story for Sleep
Welcome back, dear listeners! Tonight we continue with another chapter from The Long Winter by Laura Ingalls Wilder . This story takes us back to the prairie with Laura and her family as they face one of the hardest winters they’ve ever known. Many of you have written to me requesting this next book in the series, and I’m so delighted to finally share it with you.
Just a gentle reminder that if you’d like access to all the full-length audiobooks from the Little House series as they’re completed, you can join...
The Long Winter (Chapter 9) Bedtime Story for Sleep
Welcome back, dear listeners! Tonight continue with another chapter from The Long Winter by Laura Ingalls Wilder . This story takes us back to the prairie with Laura and her family as they face one of the hardest winters they’ve ever known. Many of you have written to me requesting this next book in the series, and I’m so delighted to finally share it with you.
Just a gentle reminder that if you’d like access to all the full-length audiobooks from the Little House series as they’re completed, you can join Drif...
A Little Princess (Chapter 6) Bedtime Story Reading for Sleep
Tonight we continue with A Little Princess by Frances Hodgson Burnett with Chapter 6. Settle in and get cozy, and let this classic bedtime story carry you gently into sleep.
Music in this episode is 'Sleeping Kittens' by L.i.Y via Epidemic Sound
New Colouring Book!
Drift Off Dreams is now available on Amazon. Filled with simple, soothing pages designed to help you relax, unwind, and drift off peacefully.
Find your copy here
My new audiobook 'Tales to Help You Sleep Vol. 1' is now av...
The Long Winter (Chapter 8) Bedtime Story for Sleep
Welcome back, dear listeners! Tonight continue with another chapter from The Long Winter by Laura Ingalls Wilder . This story takes us back to the prairie with Laura and her family as they face one of the hardest winters they’ve ever known. Many of you have written to me requesting this next book in the series, and I’m so delighted to finally share it with you.
Just a gentle reminder that if you’d like access to all the full-length audiobooks from the Little House series as they’re completed, you can join Drif...
The Nixie of Mill Pond | A Gentle Bedtime Story for Sleep
Hello my sleepy friends! Tonight’s early access episode features The Nixie of Mill Pond by the Brothers Grimm. This is a slightly adapted version to soften the edges and help you drift off peacefully.
The story will be narrated twice, giving you another gentle chance to drift into sleep if you’re still awake when the first telling ends.
So go ahead and settle in, get comfortable, and allow yourself to gently wind down as you listen.
Sweetest dreams to each of you!
A Little Princess (Chapter 5) Bedtime Story Reading for Sleep
Tonight we continue with A Little Princess by Frances Hodgson Burnett with Chapter 5. Settle in and get cozy, and let this classic bedtime story carry you gently into sleep.
Music in this episode is 'Sleeping Kittens' by L.i.Y via Epidemic Sound
New Colouring Book!
Drift Off Dreams is now available on Amazon. Filled with simple, soothing pages designed to help you relax, unwind, and drift off peacefully.
Find your copy here
My new audiobook 'Tales to Help You Sleep Vol. 1' is now available on Au...
Why the Chimes Rang – A Gentle Sleep Story for Peaceful Rest
Happy holidays, dear friends, and welcome back. I’m so glad you’re here with me tonight. Our bedtime story is a beautiful and touching tale called Why the Chimes Rang by Raymond MacDonald Alden. It’s a heartfelt Christmas story about two brothers who make a simple journey to the great cathedral on Christmas Eve. This gentle tale reminds us how quiet acts of kindness reveal the true spirit of giving.
As this year comes to a close, I just want to say how grateful I am for each and every one of you. Thank you for inv...
A Christmas Tale for Sleep - Little Gretchen and the Wooden Shoe
Tonight’s episode brings you a tender Christmas tale filled with simplicity, warmth, and the quiet magic of the season. Little Gretchen and the Wooden Shoe, written by Elizabeth Harrison, invites us into the humble world of a young girl and her grandmother who greet each Christmas with hope, gratitude, and love — even when they have very little. This heartwarming tale is a reminder of the quiet blessings that find their way to us when we least expect them.
Wishing each of you a peaceful, heartfelt holiday season — may it be filled with comfort, kindness, and gentle moments...
A Gentle Christmas Tale: Jimmy Scarecrow’s Christmas
Hello and welcome back! I’m so glad you’re here. Tonight's bedtime story is a gentle Christmas tale called Jimmy Scarecrow’s Christmas by Mary E. Wilkins Freeman. It’s the sweet story of a lonely scarecrow who discovers unexpected kindness on a quiet winter’s night, bringing a simple but touching bit of magic to his Christmas.
So take a moment now to get cozy and when you’re ready, let’s drift into this heartwarming Christmas story together.
Sweet dreams!
Music in this episode is 'A Slow Drift' by Hanna Lindgren via E...
The Long Winter (Chapter 6 & 7) Bedtime Story for Sleep
Welcome back, dear listeners! Tonight continue with another chapter from The Long Winter by Laura Ingalls Wilder . This story takes us back to the prairie with Laura and her family as they face one of the hardest winters they’ve ever known. Many of you have written to me requesting this next book in the series, and I’m so delighted to finally share it with you.
Just a gentle reminder that if you’d like access to all the full-length audiobooks from the Little House series as they’re completed, you can join Drif...
Bedtime Fairytale Hypnosis - The Frog Prince (Drift Back)
Welcome back, dear listeners. Tonight I’m sharing a gentle rebroadcast of a Drift Off classic from 2022 — a soothing, hypnotic retelling of The Frog Prince, adapted from the Brothers Grimm. This special version is narrated in a calming bedtime style, blending story and subtle hypnotic suggestion to help quiet the mind and release tension as you drift into deep, restorative sleep.
Settle in comfortably, close your eyes, and allow my voice to guide you through this fairytale that softens and slows… inviting relaxation, ease, and peaceful slumber.
The music featured in this episode is “Dreams...
The Long Winter (Chapter 5) Bedtime Story for Sleep
Welcome back, dear listeners! Tonight continue with another chapter from The Long Winter by Laura Ingalls Wilder . This story takes us back to the prairie with Laura and her family as they face one of the hardest winters they’ve ever known. Many of you have written to me requesting this next book in the series, and I’m so delighted to finally share it with you.
Just a gentle reminder that if you’d like access to all the full-length audiobooks from the Little House series as they’re completed, you can join Drif...
The King's Secret Dish | A Sleepy Tale to Drift Off Peacefully
Welcome back friends! Tonight’s sleepy tale is called The King’s Secret Dish — a gentle adaptation of the classic fairytale The White Snake by the Brothers Grimm. It’s a tale of mystery, wisdom, and kindness, softly retold to help you unwind and drift peacefully into sleep.
Sweetest dreams,
Joanne
My Drift Off Dreams Coloring Book is now available on Amazon! With 33 soothing illustrations, it’s a cozy way to find calm at the end of the day.
Find your copy here: https://mybook.to/DriftOffDream...
The Long Winter (Chapter 4) Bedtime Story for Sleep
Welcome back, dear listeners! Tonight continue with another chapter from The Long Winter by Laura Ingalls Wilder . This story takes us back to the prairie with Laura and her family as they face one of the hardest winters they’ve ever known. Many of you have written to me requesting this next book in the series, and I’m so delighted to finally share it with you.
Just a gentle reminder that if you’d like access to all the full-length audiobooks from the Little House series as they’re completed, you can join Drif...
The Long Winter (Chapter 3) Bedtime Story for Sleep
Welcome back, dear listeners! Tonight continue with another chapter from The Long Winter by Laura Ingalls Wilder . This story takes us back to the prairie with Laura and her family as they face one of the hardest winters they’ve ever known. Many of you have written to me requesting this next book in the series, and I’m so delighted to finally share it with you.
Just a gentle reminder that if you’d like access to all the full-length audiobooks from the Little House series as they’re completed, you can join Drif...
The Long Winter (Chapter 2) Bedtime Story for Sleep
Welcome back, dear listeners! Tonight continue with another chapter from The Long Winter by Laura Ingalls Wilder . This story takes us back to the prairie with Laura and her family as they face one of the hardest winters they’ve ever known. Many of you have written to me requesting this next book in the series, and I’m so delighted to finally share it with you.
Just a gentle reminder that if you’d like access to all the full-length audiobooks from the Little House series as they’re completed, you can join Drif...
A Little Princess (Chapter 4) Bedtime Story Reading for Sleep
Tonight we continue with A Little Princess by Frances Hodgson Burnett with Chapter 4. Settle in, get cozy, and let this classic bedtime story carry you gently into sleep.
Music in this episode is 'Sleeping Kittens' by L.i.Y via Epidemic Sound
New Colouring Book!
Drift Off Dreams is now available on Amazon. Filled with simple, soothing pages designed to help you relax, unwind, and drift off peacefully.
Find your copy here
My new audiobook 'Tales to Help You Sleep Vol. 1' is now available on Audible!
Relaxing Fairytale for Sleep – The Travelling Musicians
Welcome back to Drift Off! Tonight I’ll be reading the classic fairytale “The Travelling Musicians” by the Brothers Grimm. Since this charming tale is a little shorter, I’ll be reading it twice — giving you two chances to relax and drift away while enjoying the story.
So find a cozy spot, take a few calming breaths, and let this gentle bedtime story carry you into a peaceful night’s sleep.
Sweet dreams,
Joanne xo
My new audiobook Tales to Help You Sleep is now available...
The Long Winter (Chapter 1) Bedtime Story for Sleep
Welcome back, dear listeners! Tonight we begin a brand new book in the beloved Little House series by Laura Ingalls Wilder — The Long Winter. This story takes us back to the prairie with Laura and her family as they face one of the hardest winters they’ve ever known. Many of you have written to me requesting this next book in the series, and I’m so delighted to finally share it with you.
Just a gentle reminder that if you’d like access to all the full-length audiobooks from the...
The Elderbush | Classic Fairytale for Sleep and Relaxation (Drift Back)
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Welcome back, dear listeners! Tonight I’ll be re-sharing a gentle and enchanting bedtime story by Hans Christian Andersen called The Elderbush. This whimsical tale was first aired in 2023, and I thought it was the perfect time to drift back and enjoy it once more.
Andersen’s timeless storytelling has such a soothing quality, making this story an ideal companion to help you unwind...
A Little Princess (Chapter 3) Bedtime Story Reading for Sleep
Tonight we continue with A Little Princess by Frances Hodgson Burnett with Chapter 3. Settle in, get cozy, and let this classic bedtime story carry you gently into sleep.
Music in this episode is 'Sleeping Kittens' by L.i.Y via Epidemic Sound
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Princess Goldenhair | A Bedtime Story to Help You Sleep
Welcome! I am happy to share that my brand-new Drift Off Dreams Coloring Book is now available! With 33 soothing illustrations, it’s a cozy way to find calm at the end of the day. Find your copy here: https://mybook.to/DriftOffDreams
Settle in for tonight’s story, Princess Goldenhair — a gentle fairytale with gentle soothing narration to help you drift into sleep.
In this soothing tale, you’ll be carried into a magical world where beauty, kindness, and destiny intertwine beneath the quiet glow of the night. Le...
A Little Princess (Chapter 2) Bedtime Story Reading for Sleep
Tonight we continue with A Little Princess by Frances Hodgson Burnett with Chapter 2. Settle in, get cozy, and let this classic bedtime story carry you gently into sleep.
Music in this episode is 'Sleeping Kittens' by L.i.Y via Epidemic Sound
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A Little Princess (Chapter 1) Bedtime Story Reading for Sleep
Tonight we begin A Little Princess by Frances Hodgson Burnett with Chapter 1. Settle in, get cozy, and let this classic bedtime story carry you gently into sleep.
Music in this episode is 'Sleeping Kittens' by L.i.Y via Epidemic Sound
Sweet dreams,
Joanne xo
I have a limited number of free promo codes for my new audiobook, Tales to Help You Sleep Vol. 1: Relaxing Stories to Ease Stress. To claim yours, just email me at driftoffpodcast@gmail.com. All I ask in return is a kind review on Audible — it t...
The Cozy Bedtime Story of Anne of Green Gables (Chapter 37 & 38)
Welcome friends! In tonight’s episode, I’ll be reading the final chapters of Anne of Green Gables by L.M. Montgomery. As we say goodbye to Anne’s early adventures in Avonlea, I hope this gentle and heartfelt ending brings a sense of peace and comfort to your evening.
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The Lost Half Hour - A Whimsical Tale for Restful Sleep
Tonight’s bedtime story is The Lost Half Hour, a charming and whimsical fairytale written by Henry Beston. This tale follows a kind-hearted young man named Bobo as he sets off on a magical journey to find something most unusual—a half hour that has been lost.
So get cozy, take a deep breath, and let yourself drift off as we journey into this gentle and timeless tale.
Lights out and sweet dreams!
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By the Shores of Silver Lake (Chapters 30 - 32) Relaxing Bedtime Story
Tonight, join me for the final chapters from By the Shores of Silver Lake (Little House series by Laura Ingalls Wilder). In this episode, we’ll journey with the Ingalls family as they begin their new adventure in their new Homestead on the Dakota prairie. Settle in, take a deep breath, and let the soothing narration guide you to peaceful sleep.
Goodnight my friend and sweet dreams!
Music in this episode is by Anders Schill Paulse.
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The Cozy Bedtime Story of Anne of Green Gables (Chapter 35 & 36)
Welcome kindred spirits! Drift off peacefully with this cozy bedtime story, featuring more delightful chapters from Anne of Green Gables by L.M. Montgomery. This timeless classic is the perfect companion for relaxation, offering an escape into the enchanting world of Anne Shirley and the breathtaking charm of Prince Edward Island.
In this part of the story, Anne continues to captivate us with her vivid imagination, heartfelt adventures, and irresistible spirit. Allow the gentle narration and soothing storytelling to guide you into a peaceful slumber.
Wishing you the sweetest of dreams,
Joanne...
By the Shores of Silver Lake (Chapter 28 & 29) Relaxing Bedtime Story
Tonight, join me for a relaxing bedtime reading of a few more chapters from By the Shores of Silver Lake, the next book in the beloved Little House series by Laura Ingalls Wilder. In this episode, we’ll journey with the Ingalls family as they begin their new adventure on the Dakota prairie. Settle in, take a deep breath, and let the soothing narration guide you to peaceful sleep.
Goodnight my friend and sweet dreams!
Music in this episode is by Anders Schill Paulse.
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The Reluctant Dragon | A Gentle Tale for Sleep
In tonight’s episode, we’ll journey into the whimsical world of The Reluctant Dragon by Kenneth Grahame — a gentle and thoughtful tale that invites us to see things a little differently. This charming classic weaves a heartwarming story of friendship, understanding, and finding peaceful solutions in unexpected places.
So settle in, cozy up under the covers, and allow the calming rhythm of storytelling to lull you into deep, restful sleep.
Sweet dreams, dear listener…
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The Cozy Bedtime Story of Anne of Green Gables (Chapter 35 & 36)
Welcome kindred spirits! Drift off peacefully with this cozy bedtime story, featuring more delightful chapters from Anne of Green Gables by L.M. Montgomery. This timeless classic is the perfect companion for relaxation, offering an escape into the enchanting world of Anne Shirley and the breathtaking charm of Prince Edward Island.
In this part of the story, Anne continues to captivate us with her vivid imagination, heartfelt adventures, and irresistible spirit. Allow the gentle narration and soothing storytelling to guide you into a peaceful slumber.
Wishing you the sweetest of dreams,
Joanne...
By the Shores of Silver Lake (Chapter 26 & 27) Relaxing Bedtime Story
Tonight, join me for a relaxing bedtime reading of a few more chapters from By the Shores of Silver Lake, the next book in the beloved Little House series by Laura Ingalls Wilder. In this episode, we’ll journey with the Ingalls family as they begin their new adventure on the Dakota prairie. Settle in, take a deep breath, and let the soothing narration guide you to peaceful sleep.
Goodnight my friend and sweet dreams!
Music in this episode is by Anders Schill Paulse.
This podcast is 100% list...