Drift Off - Bedtime Stories for Adults

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• Dorani — A Bedtime Story for Sleep 14.07.2026 26min

  Tonight we embark on a journey into the pages of Andrew Lang's Olive Fairy Book to discover the whimsical Indian Tale called Dorani. We begin our journey with a short little relaxation to help you settle in followed by the story narration. The soft background melody will continue for a short while after the story ends and then it too will fade away. I really enjoyed reading this whimsical tale and I hope you enjoy it as well! Sweet dreams my friend! Sleep well! Joann...
• Drift Back Sunday: What the Moon Saw | Anxiety Relief Sleep Story 12.07.2026 1h 15min

  Hello, sleepy listeners, and welcome. WELCOME TO DRIFT BACK SUNDAY Starting tonight, and every Sunday evening moving forward, I am unlocking a favorite classic journey from my archive to help you release the thoughts of the weekend and ease into the new week. TONIGHT'S STORY Tonight, we drift back to a deeply relaxing classic from the vault: What the Moon Saw. This unique tale is filled with peaceful imagery designed to wash away any lingering stress and carry you gently into a restful night'...
• The Railway Children (Chapter 1) — A Bedtime Story for Sleep 07.07.2026 40min

  Hello sleepy listeners & welcome! SPECIAL ANNOUNCEMENT Starting this weekend, I am launching Drift Back Sundays! Every Sunday night, I will unlock a favorite cozy classic from my archive to help you ease into the workweek. Keep an eye on your feed this Sunday for a beloved favorite! Tonight, we begin the timeless classic The Railway Children by E. Nesbit. This beloved story follows three siblings whose comfortable lives are suddenly turned upside down, leading them to a quiet cottage in t...
• The Long Winter: The Finale (Chapters 32 & 33) — A Bedtime Story for Sleep 30.06.2026 24min

  Tonight, we come to the last two chapters of The Long Winter by Laura Ingalls Wilder. After so many long, cold nights together, we finally arrive at the thaw... the return of light, warmth, and relief after the hardest season the Ingalls family has faced. It has been such a comfort to share this story with you, night after night, as the snow piled high outside our little window of imagination. Thank you for letting me be part of your bedtime, and for drifting off alongside Laura and her famil...
• The Long Winter (Chapter 30 & 31) Bedtime Story for Sleep 23.06.2026 27min

  Tonight, we return to the endless snow and bitter prairie winds of The Long Winter by Laura Ingalls Wilder. In this episode, I’ll be reading Chapter 30 & 31. So settle in, get comfortable, and drift back to the little town of De Smet, where the Ingalls family continues to endure one of the harshest winters on record. Sweet dreams, Joanne This podcast is 100% listener-supported, completely ad-free, and made possible by wonderful listeners like you. Thank you for helping me keep bedtime a p...
• Princess Mayblossom | A Classic Fairytale for Sleep 16.06.2026 57min

  Tonight's story is a beautiful French fairy tale first published in 1697. Join Princess Mayblossom on a magical journey filled with enchanted gifts, fairy blessings, unexpected trials, and the promise of happiness beyond adversity. Rich in imagination and timeless charm, this classic tale has captivated readers for centuries. So settle in, get comfortable, and allow this enchanting story by Madame d'Aulnoy to gently carry you toward a peaceful night's sleep. Sweet dreams, Joanne This podcas...
• The Long Winter (Chapter 28 & 29) Bedtime Story for Sleep 09.06.2026 37min

  Tonight, we return to the endless snow and bitter prairie winds of The Long Winter by Laura Ingalls Wilder. In this episode, I’ll be reading Chapter 28 & 29. So settle in, get comfortable, and drift back to the little town of De Smet, where the Ingalls family continues to endure one of the harshest winters on record. Sweet dreams, Joanne This podcast is 100% listener-supported, completely ad-free, and made possible by wonderful listeners like you. Thank you for helping me keep bedtime a p...
• The Long Winter (Chapter 27) Bedtime Story for Sleep 02.06.2026 44min

  Tonight, we return to the endless snow and bitter prairie winds of The Long Winter by Laura Ingalls Wilder. In this episode, I’ll be reading Chapter 27. So settle in, get comfortable, and drift back to the little town of De Smet, where the Ingalls family continues to endure one of the harshest winters on record. Sweet dreams, Joanne This podcast is 100% listener-supported, completely ad-free, and made possible by wonderful listeners like you. Thank you for helping me keep bedtime a peaceful...
• The Long Winter (Chapter 24 - 26) Bedtime Story for Sleep 26.05.2026 23min

  Tonight, we return to the endless snow and bitter prairie winds of The Long Winter by Laura Ingalls Wilder. In this episode, I’ll be reading Chapters 24 through 26. Since Chapters 25 and 26 are quite short, I’ve included Chapter 24 as well to create a longer, more relaxing listening experience. So settle in, get comfortable, and drift back to the little town of De Smet, where the Ingalls family continues to endure one of the harshest winters on record. Sweet dreams. This podcast is 100% liste...
• The White Cat | A Sleepy Fairytale to Drift Off To 19.05.2026 40min

  Tonight, drift away with The White Cat by Mary deMorgan — a dreamy and unusual fairy tale filled with enchantment, hidden castles, strange riddles, and a mysterious white cat with secrets of her own. This sleepy fairytale is designed to help you relax, unwind, and gently drift off to sleep. So get comfortable, settle in, and let the story carry you into a peaceful night’s rest. Sweet dreams! Joanne Music in this episode is 'Paintings' by Ookean via Epidemic Sound This podcast is 100% listener...
• The Long Winter (Chapter 23 & 24) Bedtime Story for Sleep 12.05.2026 27min

  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% listener-sup...
• The Bee and the Orange Tree (Part 2) Bedtime Story for Sleep (A Quirky Fairytale) 05.05.2026 1h 1min

  Welcome back friends! Tonight, we continue our journey with The Bee and the Orange Tree by Madame d’Aulnoy… a dreamy fairy tale of devotion, bravery, and quiet magic. Before we drift into Part 2, here’s a reminder of where our story left off… In Part 1, we met Princess Aimée, lost at sea as a baby and raised among ogres—yet somehow growing into a kind, gentle, and courageous young woman. Living in the shadows of danger, she quietly devoted herself to protecting others. One day, after a fie...
• The Long Winter (Chapter 21 & 22) Bedtime Story for Sleep 28.04.2026 48min

  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% listener-sup...
• The Long Winter (Chapter 19 & 20) Bedtime Story for Sleep 21.04.2026 41min

  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% listener-sup...
• The Bee and the Orange Tree (Part 1) Bedtime Story for Sleep (A Quirky Fairytale) 14.04.2026 36min

  Welcome back friends! Tonight we will get sleepy with The Bee and the Orange Tree, an enchanting bedtime story for sleep by the French author Marie-Catherine d'Aulnoy, written way back in the seventeenth century. It's a story full of magic, wonder, and the kind of gentle adventure that's perfect for winding down. This is Part One of Two, so get yourself cozy, take a slow breath, and let the day drift away. Sweet dreams! Music in this episode is 'Lakeside' by Harbours & Oceans via E...
• The Long Winter (Chapter 18) Bedtime Story for Sleep 07.04.2026 35min

  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% listener-sup...
• The Long Winter (Chapter 16 & 17) Bedtime Story for Sleep 31.03.2026 32min

  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% listener-sup...
• The Long Winter (Chapter 14 & 15) Bedtime Story for Sleep 24.03.2026 31min

  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 po...
• Drift Off to Sleep: 8 Bedtime Stories Over 4 Hours of Rest 17.03.2026 4h

  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 l...
• The Long Winter (Chapter 12 & 13) Bedtime Story for Sleep 10.03.2026 28min

  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 ti...