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The Quiet Corner Bedtime Stories

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Welcome to The Quiet Corner Bedtime Stories — a peaceful storytelling podcast for relaxation, sleep, or simply winding down at the end of the day.

I’m Annie, and along with my co-host Amon, we’re passionate about keeping classic literature alive. Each episode features a gentle reading of a timeless tale — from beloved short stories to classic novels read chapter by chapter — by authors like Jane Austen, L.M. Montgomery, Charles Dickens, Louisa May Alcott, Sir Arthur Conan Doyle, Charlotte Bronte, and many more.

Some episodes include soft, soothing music to help you drift off to sleep, while others are simply and beautifully read aloud. Whether you’re revisiting an old favorite or discovering a classic for the first time, there’s something here for all ages.

So get cozy, relax, and join us as we celebrate the magic of classic storytelling — one peaceful night at a time.

We read all sorts of stories at The Quiet Corner — from cozy classics and gentle adventures to the occasional spooky or mysterious tale. To help you choose, we include guide tags on each episode so you can find just the right story for your night.
🌙 Cozy - Suitable for all ages
⚠️ Sensitive Themes - May touch on loss, grief, or mild emotional distress, still bedtime-friendly, but may not suit every listener.
🔪 Dark or Disturbing - Stories with horror, violence, or unsettling content
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Black Beauty Episode 2

Black Beauty Episode 2

2023-09-0718:34

Tonight I will be reading our second episode from Black Beauty by Anna Sewell. This Season I will be reading some of my favorite chapters from this wonderful Autobiography of a Horse. Published in 1877 Black Beauty was written while the author was bedridden and seriously ill. Anna Sewell died 5 months after its publication but lived long enough to see its success as it was an immediate best seller and still is today. Anna Sewell has said that she wrote the novel to induce kindness, sympathy and an understanding in the treatment of horses. I am looking very much to sharing Black Beauty with you, so get cozy in your Quiet Corner and enjoy tonights story.  The edition I am reading uses text from the first edition and reflects the language and attitudes of the time it was written. Follow on Instagram ⁠The Quiet Corner Bedtime Stories (@thequietcornerbedtimestories) • Instagram photos and videos⁠ Music from this episode is from ⁠Meditation Music | Royalty-Free Music - Pixabay⁠ If you like The Quiet Corner Bedtime Stories please rate or review and share with a friend so we can keep the show going, thank you all for you support it is much appreciated.
Black Beauty Episode 1

Black Beauty Episode 1

2023-09-0420:13

Tonight we start a new story, Black Beauty by Anna Sewell. I will be reading some of my favorite chapters from this wonderful Autobiography of a Horse. Published in 1877 Black Beauty was written while the author was bedridden and seriously ill. Anna Sewell died 5 months after its publication but lived long enough to see its success as it was an immediate best seller and still is today. Anna Sewell has said that she wrote the novel to induce kindness, sympathy and an understanding in the treatment of horses. I am looking very much forward to sharing Black Beauty with you, so get cozy in your Quiet Corner and enjoy tonights story.  The edition I am reading uses text from the first edition and reflects the language and attitudes of the time it was written. Follow on Instagram The Quiet Corner Bedtime Stories (@thequietcornerbedtimestories) • Instagram photos and videos Music from this episode is from Meditation Music | Royalty-Free Music - Pixabay If you like The Quiet Corner Bedtime Stories please rate or review and share with a friend so we can keep the show going, thank you all for you support it is much appreciated.
🌙 Cozy Welcome back to The Quiet Corner Bedtime Stories. Tonight, Annie reads Chapters 9 and 10 of Anne of Green Gables by L.M. Montgomery. In Chapters 9 - Mrs Rachel Lynde is Properly Horrified and 10 - Anne's Apology, Anne’s fiery temper gets the better of her when Mrs. Rachel Lynde pays a visit to Green Gables. Marilla insists that Anne apologize—but the dramatic little orphan has other ideas. Join us for this memorable moment of conflict, pride, and a very theatrical apology as Anne begins to learn the art of humility (in her own unique way). Find us on socials: Instagram Facebook The Music in tonight's episode is from: https://pixabay.com/users/grand_project-19033897/ Intro Music: ⁠⁠⁠⁠Just Relax | Royalty-Free Music - Pixabay If you enjoy The Quiet Corner Bedtime Stories, you can show your support in several ways: Support us on LennyFM! https://www.lenny.fm/ makes it easy to support your favorite podcasts, helping us continue to create the content you love. Make a one-time donation to help us continue creating content on Ko-fi. https://ko-fi.com/thequietcornerbedtimestories Leave us a review to let others know what you think. Share the podcast with a friend to help us reach more listeners. Thank you for your support; it means a lot to us  
🌙 Cozy Welcome back to The Quiet Corner Bedtime Stories. Tonight, Annie reads Chapters 7 and 8 of Anne of Green Gables by L.M. Montgomery. In Chapter 7, Anne Says Her Prayers, Marilla is both amused and exasperated as Anne attempts a bedtime prayer—full of flair, honesty, and poetic flair. Then, in Chapter 8, Anne’s Bringing-up is Begun, Marilla takes on the task of raising Anne “properly,” setting in motion a relationship that will grow in unexpected ways. Find us on socials: Instagram Facebook The Music in tonight's episode is from: https://pixabay.com/users/grand_project-19033897/ Intro Music: ⁠⁠⁠⁠Just Relax | Royalty-Free Music - Pixabay If you enjoy The Quiet Corner Bedtime Stories, you can show your support in several ways: Support us on LennyFM! https://www.lenny.fm/ makes it easy to support your favorite podcasts, helping us continue to create the content you love. Make a one-time donation to help us continue creating content on Ko-fi. https://ko-fi.com/thequietcornerbedtimestories Leave us a review to let others know what you think. Share the podcast with a friend to help us reach more listeners. Thank you for your support; it means a lot to us  
🌙 Cozy Welcome back to The Quiet Corner Bedtime Stories. Tonight, Annie reads Chapters 5 and 6 of Anne of Green Gables by L.M. Montgomery. In Chapter 5 – Anne’s History, Anne pours out her past to Marilla in a flood of heartfelt, dramatic storytelling — from her early hardships to the lonely roads that brought her to Green Gables. Then, in Chapter 6 – Marilla Makes Up Her Mind, we see Marilla wrestle with a decision that could change Anne’s future forever. These chapters are full of emotion, humor, and the tender beginnings of what could become a true home. Settle in and enjoy the story as it gently unfolds. Find us on socials: Instagram Facebook The Music in tonight's episode is from: https://pixabay.com/users/grand_project-19033897/ Intro Music: ⁠⁠⁠⁠Just Relax | Royalty-Free Music - Pixabay If you enjoy The Quiet Corner Bedtime Stories, you can show your support in several ways: Support us on LennyFM! https://www.lenny.fm/ makes it easy to support your favorite podcasts, helping us continue to create the content you love. Make a one-time donation to help us continue creating content on Ko-fi. https://ko-fi.com/thequietcornerbedtimestories Leave us a review to let others know what you think. Share the podcast with a friend to help us reach more listeners. Thank you for your support; it means a lot to us  
🌙 Cozy The story continues as Anne arrives at Green Gables—and not everyone is as enchanted as Matthew. In Chapter 3, Marilla Cuthbert is Surprised, she meets Anne for the first time and quickly realizes something has gone quite wrong. Then in Chapter 4, Morning at Green Gables, Anne wakes to a world she’s only ever dreamed of, and we begin to see the depth of her imagination and longing. These chapters are full of gentle emotion and quiet beauty—the beginning of a bond that will shape all their lives. Read by Annie Find us on socials: Instagram Facebook The Music in tonight's episode is from: https://pixabay.com/users/grand_project-19033897/ Intro Music: ⁠⁠⁠⁠Just Relax | Royalty-Free Music - Pixabay If you enjoy The Quiet Corner Bedtime Stories, you can show your support in several ways: Support us on LennyFM! https://www.lenny.fm/ makes it easy to support your favorite podcasts, helping us continue to create the content you love. Make a one-time donation to help us continue creating content on Ko-fi. https://ko-fi.com/thequietcornerbedtimestories Leave us a review to let others know what you think. Share the podcast with a friend to help us reach more listeners. Thank you for your support; it means a lot to us  
🌙 Cozy We begin our journey into Anne of Green Gables by L.M. Montgomery—one of my most cherished stories from childhood. In this first chapter, we meet the sharp-eyed and ever-curious Mrs. Rachel Lynde, who is about to discover some surprising news from Green Gables. It's the perfect introduction to the world of Avonlea and the unforgettable characters who live there. Settle in for a gentle, nostalgic read of this beloved classic. Read by Annie Find us on socials: Instagram Facebook The Music in tonight's episode is from: https://pixabay.com/users/grand_project-19033897/ If you enjoy The Quiet Corner Bedtime Stories, you can show your support in several ways: Support us on LennyFM! https://www.lenny.fm/ makes it easy to support your favorite podcasts, helping us continue to create the content you love. Make a one-time donation to help us continue creating content on Ko-fi. https://ko-fi.com/thequietcornerbedtimestories Leave us a review to let others know what you think. Share the podcast with a friend to help us reach more listeners. Thank you for your support; it means a lot to us  
🌙 Cozy In this chapter of Anne of Green Gables by Lucy Maud Montgomery we accompany the quiet and kind-hearted Matthew Cuthbert as he sets off to collect an orphan boy—only to be met with a very unexpected surprise. This is our very first meeting with Anne Shirley, and it's a moment filled with charm, imagination, and the beginning of something truly special. Read by Annie Find us on socials: Instagram Facebook The Music in tonight's episode is from: https://pixabay.com/users/grand_project-19033897/ If you enjoy The Quiet Corner Bedtime Stories, you can show your support in several ways: Support us on LennyFM! https://www.lenny.fm/ makes it easy to support your favorite podcasts, helping us continue to create the content you love. Make a one-time donation to help us continue creating content on Ko-fi. https://ko-fi.com/thequietcornerbedtimestories Leave us a review to let others know what you think. Share the podcast with a friend to help us reach more listeners. Thank you for your support; it means a lot to us 🌙 Cozy Suitable for all listeners. Gentle stories with comforting or wholesome themes.
🌙 Cozy Tonight I will be reading chapters 8 and 9 from Eight Cousins by Louisa May Alcott. Louisa May Alcott is most well-known for Little Women. Eight Cousins is a delightful story that centres around Rose Campbell, recently orphaned who lives with her wealthy Great Aunts until her guardian Uncle Alec returns and many adventures begin with her seven boisterous boy cousins. Eight Cousins was published in 1875. So get comfy and curl up in your Quiet Corner and enjoy tonights story. Follow on Instagram or Facebook The Quiet Corner Bedtime Stories (@thequietcornerbedtimestories) • Instagram photos and videos https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=61561496016750 Music from this episode is from ⁠⁠⁠Peaceful Piano Lullaby | Royalty-Free Music - Pixabay⁠⁠⁠ Intro Music: ⁠⁠Just Relax | Royalty-Free Music - Pixabay⁠ If you like The Quiet Corner Bedtime Stories you can support the podcast by making a one time donation to support us at: https://ko-fi.com/thequietcornerbedtimestories You can also support the podcast by writing a review, or share with a friend so we can keep the show going and help others discover it, thank you all for your support, it is much appreciated.
Tonight I will be reading chapter 6 and 7 from Eight Cousins by Louisa May Alcott. Louisa May Alcott is most well-known for Little Women. Eight Cousins is a delightful story that centres around Rose Campbell, recently orphaned who lives with her wealthy Great Aunts until her guardian Uncle Alec returns and many adventures begin with her seven boisterous boy cousins. Eight Cousins was published in 1875. So get comfy and curl up in your Quiet Corner and enjoy tonights story. Follow on Instagram The Quiet Corner Bedtime Stories (@thequietcornerbedtimestories) • Instagram photos and videos Music from this episode is from ⁠⁠⁠Peaceful Piano Lullaby | Royalty-Free Music - Pixabay⁠⁠⁠ Intro Music: ⁠⁠Just Relax | Royalty-Free Music - Pixabay⁠ If you like The Quiet Corner Bedtime Stories you can support the podcast by making a one time donation to support us at: https://ko-fi.com/thequietcornerbedtimestories You can also support the podcast by writing a review, or share with a friend so we can keep the show going and help others discover it, thank you all for your support, it is much appreciated.
⚠️ Sensitive Themes Amon will be reading the first Chapter from White Fang by Jack London tonight. White Fang was first published in 1906. It follows the journey of a wild wolf-dog hybrid named White Fang, born in the harsh wilderness of the Yukon Territory during the Klondike Gold Rush. It's one of Jack London's most famous works, alongside "The Call of the Wild." Both novels explore similar themes of survival and the struggle between civilization and the wild. So cozy up in your Quiet Corner and enjoy tonights story. Follow on Instagram ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠The Quiet Corner Bedtime Stories (@thequietcornerbedtimestories) • Instagram photos and videos⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Check out our website: https://thequietcornerbedt.wixsite.com/my-site-1 The Music in tonight's episode is from https://pixabay.com/id/music/meditasi-spiritual-sleep-music-vol2-172817/ Intro Music: ⁠⁠⁠⁠Just Relax | Royalty-Free Music - Pixabay If you like The Quiet Corner Bedtime Stories you can support the podcast by making a one time donation to support us at: https://ko-fi.com/thequietcornerbedtimestories You can also support the podcast by writing a review, or share with a friend so we can keep the show going and help others discover it, thank you all for your support, it is much appreciated.
Tonight I will be reading chapter 5 from Eight Cousins by Louisa May Alcott. Louisa May Alcott is most well-known for Little Women. Eight Cousins is a delightful story that centres around Rose Campbell, recently orphaned who lives with her wealthy Great Aunts until her guardian Uncle Alec returns and many adventures begin with her seven boisterous boy cousins. Eight Cousins was published in 1875. So get comfy and curl up in your Quiet Corner and enjoy tonights story. Follow on Instagram The Quiet Corner Bedtime Stories (@thequietcornerbedtimestories) • Instagram photos and videos Music from this episode is from ⁠⁠⁠Peaceful Piano Lullaby | Royalty-Free Music - Pixabay⁠⁠⁠ Intro Music: ⁠⁠Just Relax | Royalty-Free Music - Pixabay⁠ If you like The Quiet Corner Bedtime Stories you can support the podcast by making a one time donation to support us at: https://ko-fi.com/thequietcornerbedtimestories You can also support the podcast by writing a review, or share with a friend so we can keep the show going and help others discover it, thank you all for your support, it is much appreciated.
Tonight I will be reading chapter four from Eight Cousins by Louisa May Alcott. Louisa May Alcott is most well-known for Little Women. Eight Cousins is a delightful story that centres around Rose Campbell, recently orphaned who lives with her wealthy Great Aunts until her guardian Uncle Alec returns and many adventures begin with her seven boisterous boy cousins. Eight Cousins was published in 1875. So get comfy and curl up in your Quiet Corner and enjoy tonights story. Follow on Instagram The Quiet Corner Bedtime Stories (@thequietcornerbedtimestories) • Instagram photos and videos Music from this episode is from ⁠⁠⁠Peaceful Piano Lullaby | Royalty-Free Music - Pixabay⁠⁠⁠ Intro Music: ⁠⁠Just Relax | Royalty-Free Music - Pixabay⁠ If you like The Quiet Corner Bedtime Stories you can support the podcast by making a one time donation to support us at: https://ko-fi.com/thequietcornerbedtimestories You can also support the podcast by writing a review, or share with a friend so we can keep the show going and help others discover it, thank you all for your support, it is much appreciated.
Tonight I will be reading the the third chapter to Eight Cousins by Louisa May Alcott. Louisa May Alcott is most well-known for Little Women. Eight Cousins is a delightful story that centres around Rose Campbell, recently orphaned who lives with her wealthy Great Aunts until her guardian Uncle Alec returns and many adventures begin with her seven boisterous boy cousins. Eight Cousins was published in 1875. So get comfy and curl up in your Quiet Corner and enjoy tonights story. Follow on Instagram The Quiet Corner Bedtime Stories (@thequietcornerbedtimestories) • Instagram photos and videos Music from this episode is from ⁠⁠Peaceful Piano Lullaby | Royalty-Free Music - Pixabay⁠⁠ If you like The Quiet Corner Bedtime Stories you can support the podcast by making a one time donation to support us at: https://ko-fi.com/thequietcornerbedtimestories You can also support the podcast by writing a review, or share with a friend so we can keep the show going and help others discover it, thank you all for your support, it is much appreciated.
Tonight I will be reading the the second chapter to Eight Cousins by Louisa May Alcott. Louisa May Alcott is most well-known for Little Women. Eight Cousins is a delightful story that centres around Rose Campbell, recently orphaned who lives with her wealthy Great Aunts until her guardian Uncle Alec returns and many adventures begin with her seven boisterous boy cousins. Eight Cousins was published in 1875. So get comfy and curl up in your Quiet Corner and enjoy tonights story. Follow on Instagram The Quiet Corner Bedtime Stories (@thequietcornerbedtimestories) • Instagram photos and videos Music from this episode is from ⁠Peaceful Piano Lullaby | Royalty-Free Music - Pixabay⁠ If you like The Quiet Corner Bedtime Stories you can support the podcast by making a one time donation to support us at: https://ko-fi.com/thequietcornerbedtimestories You can also support the podcast by writing a review, or share with a friend so we can keep the show going and help others discover it, thank you all for your support, it is much appreciated.
Tonight I will be reposting the opening chapter to Eight Cousins by Louisa May Alcott. Louisa May Alcott is most well-known for Little Women. Eight Cousins is a delightful story that centres around Rose Campbell, recently orphaned who lives with her wealthy Great Aunts until her guardian Uncle Alec returns and many adventures begin with her seven boisterous boy cousins. Eight Cousins was published in 1875. So get comfy and curl up in your Quiet Corner and enjoy tonights story. Follow on Instagram The Quiet Corner Bedtime Stories (@thequietcornerbedtimestories) • Instagram photos and videos Music from this episode is from Peaceful Piano Lullaby | Royalty-Free Music - Pixabay If you like The Quiet Corner Bedtime Stories you can support the podcast by making a one time donation to support us at: https://ko-fi.com/thequietcornerbedtimestories You can also support the podcast by writing a review, or share with a friend so we can keep the show going and help others discover it, thank you all for your support, it is much appreciated.
⚠️ Sensitive Themes Tonight I will be reading The Drovers Wife, a short story that captures the struggles and resilience of a woman living in the Australian outback with her four children while her husband is away droving. The story explores themes of loneliness, isolation and the hardships faced by those living in remote areas. Henry Lawson, one of Australias most celebrated writers was born in 1867 and is known for his vivid potrayals of life in the Australian bush and the harshness of outback existence. His stories and poems explore themes such as mateship and resilience while capturing the essence of the Australian landscape. *Content Warning: This classic story contains language and attitudes that reflect the time it was written and imagery of hurting animals as was needed for survival during that time. * So cozy up in your Quiet Corner and enjoy tonights story. Follow on Instagram ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠The Quiet Corner Bedtime Stories (@thequietcornerbedtimestories) • Instagram photos and videos⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Vote on future episodes and find out more about this podcast on our website: https://thequietcornerbedt.wixsite.com/my-site-1 Music from https://pixabay.com/id/music/sekelilingnya-deep-relaxing-music-144008/ Intro Music: ⁠⁠⁠Just Relax | Royalty-Free Music - Pixabay⁠⁠ If you like The Quiet Corner Bedtime Stories please rate, review or share with a friend so we can keep the show going, thank you all for your support, it is much appreciated.
🔪 Dark or Disturbing – Contains the discovery of a dead body and a stronger sense of menace Chapter 12 – Death on the Moor By Sir Arthur Conan Doyle The mystery reaches a grim turning point as Watson comes upon a tragic discovery on the moor—a lifeless body lying in the shadow of the Baskerville curse. With fear and suspicion mounting, the case takes on a darker urgency. Read by Amon If you enjoy our stories, please leave a review or support us on Ko-Fi or LennyFM—you’ll find the links in the show notes. Sweet dreams. Find us on socials: Instagram Facebook                                                Intro Music: ⁠⁠⁠⁠Just Relax | Royalty-Free Music - Pixabay The Music in tonight's episode is from: https://pixabay.com/id/music/klasik-modern-peaceful-piano-139939/       If you enjoy The Quiet Corner Bedtime Stories, you can show your support in several ways: Support us on LennyFM! https://www.lenny.fm/ makes it easy to support your favorite podcasts, helping us continue to create the content you love. Make a one-time donation to help us continue creating content on Ko-fi. https://ko-fi.com/thequietcornerbedtimestories Leave us a review to let others know what you think. Share the podcast with a friend to help us reach more listeners. Thank you for your support; it means a lot to us, Sweet Dreams!
This is a voice only episode with music featured only in the intro. 🔪 Dark or Disturbing – Contains the discovery of a dead body and a stronger sense of menace Chapter 12 – Death on the Moor By Sir Arthur Conan Doyle The mystery reaches a grim turning point as Watson comes upon a tragic discovery on the moor—a lifeless body lying in the shadow of the Baskerville curse. With fear and suspicion mounting, the case takes on a darker urgency. Read by Amon If you enjoy our stories, please leave a review or support us on Ko-Fi or LennyFM—you’ll find the links in the show notes. Sweet dreams. Read By Amon Find us on socials: Instagram Facebook                                                Intro Music: ⁠⁠⁠⁠Just Relax | Royalty-Free Music - Pixabay If you enjoy The Quiet Corner Bedtime Stories, you can show your support in several ways: Support us on LennyFM! https://www.lenny.fm/ makes it easy to support your favorite podcasts, helping us continue to create the content you love. Make a one-time donation to help us continue creating content on Ko-fi. https://ko-fi.com/thequietcornerbedtimestories Leave us a review to let others know what you think. Share the podcast with a friend to help us reach more listeners. Thank you for your support; it means a lot to us, Sweet Dreams!
🌙 Cozy In Chapter Nine of What Katy Did, titled "Dismal Days" Katy struggles to adjust to her new life confined to bed. Once full of energy and wild plans, she now faces long hours of boredom, frustration, and helplessness. The world feels smaller, and her temper and impatience often get the better of her. Yet within these dreary days, the seeds of change begin to stir—hinting at the lessons and growth still to come. Read by Annie So get comfy, settle in, and let this gentle tale carry you off to sleep. Find us on socials: Instagram Facebook The Music in tonight's episode is from: https://pixabay.com/users/grand_project-19033897/ If you enjoy The Quiet Corner Bedtime Stories, you can show your support in several ways: Support us on LennyFM! https://www.lenny.fm/ makes it easy to support your favorite podcasts, helping us continue to create the content you love. Make a one-time donation to help us continue creating content on Ko-fi. https://ko-fi.com/thequietcornerbedtimestories Leave us a review to let others know what you think. Share the podcast with a friend to help us reach more listeners. Thank you for your support; it means a lot to us.
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