Auntie Sandy's Storyland

🎙️ From beloved author Jane Yolen and acclaimed illustrator Jane Dyer comes a beautiful collection of stories from around the world, perfect for sharing and for bedtime! 🌍✨

In today's episode, we are diving into "Once There Was a Story: Tales from Around the World, Perfect for Sharing". This wonderful collection features well-known and not-so-well-known fairy tales, folk tales, and fables spanning from Russia to Africa to Korea and beyond. It is filled with magical adventures, homey tales, and delightful animal stories. 🐻🧚‍♂️

These short stories are full of remarkable characters, infinitely retellable, and absolutely perfect for young, eager listeners. Whether you have a child snuggled next to you in bed or sitting at your feet ready to fall under the story's spell, these timeless tales are sure to be loved by kids and grown-ups alike! 🌙📚

• 🚢 New Release! Check out Auntie Sandy's brand-new book: Lost at Sea: Baggage or Luggage—Which Did You Bring? (The Ultimate, Unapologetic, Cheat Sheet for Cruise Hacks, Packing Secrets, and Port-Day Survival)! Written by a true terminal insider, it's your ultimate blueprint for a stress-free port day.
• 🏰 Activity Book: Dive into the creative fun with our wonderful activity book, Dragons & Castles: A Tale of Two Kingdoms! Perfect for the young adventurers in your life.
• 📚 Get Your Copies Here: Find both books available now on Amazon! ➡️ amazon.com/author/Sandra-M.-Urquhart

If you love our stories and want to help Auntie Sandy keep the magic alive, consider joining our community! Enjoy exclusive perks and bonus content by supporting us on Patreon.

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Thank you for listening, and let’s head into Storyland! ✨

Choose kindness with Horton the elephant and the Whos of Who-ville in Dr. Seuss’s classic, heartwarming picture book about caring for others! 🐘✨

In today's episode, we are reading the timeless national bestseller, "Horton Hears a Who!". Deep in the colorful Jungle of Nool, Horton discovers something that at first seems completely impossible: a tiny speck of dust contains an entire miniature world called Who-ville—complete with houses, grocery stores, and even a mayor!

But when the other animals refuse to believe him and no one else will stand up for the Whos, Horton uses his elephant-sized heart to save the day, declaring his famous motto: "A person’s a person, no matter how small." ❤️

Showcasing the very best of Dr. Seuss through charming rhymes, imaginative illustrations, and a moving message, this beautiful tale of compassion and determination proves that anyone, big or small, can choose to speak out for what is right. 🌟

• 🚢 New Release! Check out Auntie Sandy's brand-new book: Lost at Sea: Baggage or Luggage—Which Did You Bring? (The Ultimate, Unapologetic, Cheat Sheet for Cruise Hacks, Packing Secrets, and Port-Day Survival)! Written by a true terminal insider, it's your ultimate blueprint for a stress-free port day.
• 🏰 Activity Book: Dive into the creative fun with our wonderful activity book, Dragons & Castles: A Tale of Two Kingdoms! Perfect for the young adventurers in your life.
• 📚 Get Your Copies Here: Find both books available now on Amazon! ➡️ amazon.com/author/Sandra-M.-Urquhart

If you love our stories and want to help Auntie Sandy keep the magic alive, consider joining our community! Enjoy exclusive perks and bonus content by supporting us on Patreon.

✨ Join us on Patreon: patreon.com/thelotusprismnetwork

Thank you for listening, and let’s head into Storyland! ✨

From China and Burma to Afghanistan and America—in this inspiring collection celebrating boys who show that true strength comes from character, courage, wisdom, and compassion! ✨

In "Mightier Than the Sword", renowned storyteller Jane Yolen gathers classic and little-known tales of sons, brothers, kings, and even trolls—each one proving that brains and bravery outshine brawn every time. Listeners will meet clever heroes who solve problems with quick thinking, kind hearts, and unshakable integrity. 🌍📖

These timeless stories highlight:

• ⚔️ Courage in unexpected places
• 🧠 Wisdom that saves the day
• 💛 Kindness as a quiet superpower
• 🤝 Friendship, loyalty, and moral strength
• 🐉 Adventure across cultures and continents

Perfect for young listeners who love heroic tales, this episode offers action, adventure, and meaningful lessons—without relying on violence or force. Boys and girls alike will discover that being “mighty” is about making wise choices, doing what’s right, and believing in the strength within. Whether enjoyed at bedtime, during car rides, or as part of a family story time, this collection invites children to explore what it really means to be a hero. 🌙

• 🚢 New Release! Check out Auntie Sandy's brand-new book: Lost at Sea: Baggage or Luggage—Which Did You Bring? (The Ultimate, Unapologetic, Cheat Sheet for Cruise Hacks, Packing Secrets, and Port-Day Survival)! Written by a true terminal insider, it's your ultimate blueprint for a stress-free port day.
• 🏰 Activity Book: Dive into the creative fun with our wonderful activity book, Dragons & Castles: A Tale of Two Kingdoms! Perfect for the young adventurers in your life.
• 📚 Get Your Copies Here: Find both books available now on Amazon! ➡️ amazon.com/author/Sandra-M.-Urquhart

If you love our stories and want to help Auntie Sandy keep the magic alive, consider joining our community! Enjoy exclusive perks and bonus content by supporting us on Patreon.

✨ Join us on Patreon: patreon.com/thelotusprismnetwork

Thank you for listening, and let’s head into Storyland! ✨

In today's episode, we are reading "A Poem Grows Inside You", a beautiful picture book that received the prestigious 2023 Lee Bennett Hopkins Honor Award. In this story, the seed of an idea waits for the rhythm of the rainfall to awaken it, taking root until it begins to grow. 🌧️✨

At once a celebration of the deep connection creatives have with their art and an acknowledgment of the courage it takes to let it into the sun, this beautifully illustrated tale encourages readers of all ages to nurture their talents and boldly share them with the world. 📚🌱

• 🚢 New Release! Check out Auntie Sandy's brand-new book: Lost at Sea: Baggage or Luggage—Which Did You Bring? (The Ultimate, Unapologetic, Cheat Sheet for Cruise Hacks, Packing Secrets, and Port-Day Survival)! Written by a true terminal insider, it's your ultimate blueprint for a stress-free port day.
• 🏰 Activity Book: Dive into the creative fun with our wonderful activity book, Dragons & Castles: A Tale of Two Kingdoms! Perfect for the young adventurers in your life.
• 📚 Get Your Copies Here: Find both books available now on Amazon! ➡️ amazon.com/author/Sandra-M.-Urquhart

If you love our stories and want to help Auntie Sandy keep the magic alive, consider joining our community! Enjoy exclusive perks and bonus content by supporting us on Patreon.

✨ Join us on Patreon: patreon.com/thelotusprismnetwork

Thank you for listening, and let’s head into Storyland! ✨

🎂 It's Bad Kitty's birthday, and she's wishing for a very special gift. If she doesn't get it, well... things won't be pretty for her guests! 😼

In today's episode, we are reading "Happy Birthday, Bad Kitty" by Nick Bruel. The guest list is packed with her neighborhood "pals," including Chatty Kitty, Strange Kitty, Stinky Kitty, and more! Plus, don't forget Uncle Murray and Poor Puppy. Join in on the fun in this riotous, hilarious birthday adventure! 🎈🐾

• 🚢 New Release! Check out Auntie Sandy's brand-new book: Lost at Sea: Baggage or Luggage—Which Did You Bring? (The Ultimate, Unapologetic, Cheat Sheet for Cruise Hacks, Packing Secrets, and Port-Day Survival)! Written by a true terminal insider, it's your ultimate blueprint for a stress-free port day.
• 🏰 Activity Book: Dive into the creative fun with our wonderful activity book, Dragons & Castles: A Tale of Two Kingdoms! Perfect for the young adventurers in your life.
• 📚 Get Your Copies Here: Find both books available now on Amazon! ➡️ amazon.com/author/Sandra-M.-Urquhart

If you love our stories and want to help Auntie Sandy keep the magic alive, consider joining our community! Enjoy exclusive perks and bonus content by supporting us on Patreon.

✨ Join us on Patreon: patreon.com/thelotusprismnetwork

Thank you for listening, and let’s head into Storyland! ✨

It's my birthday month, along with the new schedule and announcements, so what better way to kick off my birthday week than with this book!

🎂 It's Bad Kitty's birthday, and she's wishing for a very special gift. If she doesn't get it, well... things won't be pretty for her guests! 😼

In today's episode, we are reading "Happy Birthday, Bad Kitty" by Nick Bruel. The guest list is packed with her neighborhood "pals," including Chatty Kitty, Strange Kitty, Stinky Kitty, and more! Plus, don't forget Uncle Murray and Poor Puppy. Join in on the fun in this riotous, hilarious birthday adventure! 🎈🐾

• 🚢 New Release! Check out Auntie Sandy's brand-new book: Lost at Sea: Baggage or Luggage—Which Did You Bring? (The Ultimate, Unapologetic, Cheat Sheet for Cruise Hacks, Packing Secrets, and Port-Day Survival)! Written by a true terminal insider, it's your ultimate blueprint for a stress-free port day.
• 🏰 Activity Book: Dive into the creative fun with our wonderful activity book, Dragons & Castles: A Tale of Two Kingdoms! Perfect for the young adventurers in your life.
• 📚 Get Your Copies Here: Find both books available now on Amazon! ➡️ amazon.com/author/Sandra-M.-Urquhart

If you love our stories and want to help Auntie Sandy keep the magic alive, consider joining our community! Enjoy exclusive perks and bonus content by supporting us on Patreon.

✨ Join us on Patreon: patreon.com/thelotusprismnetwork

Thank you for listening, and let’s head into Storyland! ✨

🎙️ Do you know anyone like Oliver McSnow... who only knows the word NO?! 🙅‍♂️

In today's episode, we are reading "NO Is All I Know!" by New York Times bestselling author Chris Grabenstein and illustrator Leo Espinosa. Oliver McSnow says NO to everything—no baths, no brushing teeth, no cleaning up, and definitely no bedtime! He says it so much that his NO starts to grow completely out of control. But when his cousin Jess visits, she brings the amazing power of YES to food, friends, and fun, opening up Oliver's world in the most wonderful way! 🌟

This universally relatable picture book about toddlerhood will elicit plenty of laughs from kids and their grown-ups everywhere. As Parade notes, it's a real page-turner that tots obviously enjoy! 📚✨

• 🚢 New Release! Check out Auntie Sandy's brand-new book: Lost at Sea: Baggage or Luggage—Which Did You Bring? (The Ultimate, Unapologetic, Cheat Sheet for Cruise Hacks, Packing Secrets, and Port-Day Survival)! Written by a true terminal insider, it's your ultimate blueprint for a stress-free port day.
• 🏰 Activity Book: Dive into the creative fun with our wonderful activity book, Dragons & Castles: A Tale of Two Kingdoms! Perfect for the young adventurers in your life.
• 📚 Get Your Copies Here: Find both books available now on Amazon! ➡️ amazon.com/author/Sandra-M.-Urquhart

If you love our stories and want to help Auntie Sandy keep the magic alive, consider joining our community! Enjoy exclusive perks and bonus content by supporting us on Patreon.

✨ Join us on Patreon: patreon.com/thelotusprismnetwork

🌅 But not if Lala has a say—because she’s not ready to go to sleep just yet!

In today's episode, we are reading "I Just Want to Say Good Night". Caldecott Honor-winner Rachel Isadora’s stunning illustrations bring this delightful bedtime tale, set on the African plains, to life. Lala’s adorable stalling strategy will ring true for all parents whose little ones aren't quite ready to say goodbye to the day—and everyone will appreciate the wonderful, peaceful culmination to the bedtime ritual. ✨

• 🚢 New Release! Check out Auntie Sandy's brand-new book: Lost at Sea: Baggage or Luggage—Which Did You Bring? (The Ultimate, Unapologetic, Cheat Sheet for Cruise Hacks, Packing Secrets, and Port-Day Survival)! Written by a true terminal insider, it's your ultimate blueprint for a stress-free port day.
• 🏰 Activity Book: Dive into the creative fun with our wonderful activity book, Dragons & Castles: A Tale of Two Kingdoms! Perfect for the young adventurers in your life.
• 📚 Get Your Copies Here: Find both books available now on Amazon! ➡️ amazon.com/author/Sandra-M.-Urquhart

If you love our stories and want to help Auntie Sandy keep the magic alive, consider joining our community! Enjoy exclusive perks, and bonus content by supporting us on Patreon.

✨ Join us on Patreon: patreon.com/thelotusprismnetwork

Thank you for listening, and let’s head into Storyland! ✨

In these special edition episodes, Auntie Sandy shares exciting behind-the-scenes network announcements alongside extra-long or bonus stories you won't want to miss!

📢 IN THIS EPISODE'S ANNOUNCEMENTS:

🚢 New Release! Check out Auntie Sandy's brand-new book: "Lost at Sea: Baggage or Luggage—Which Did You Bring? (The Ultimate, Unapologetic, Cheat Sheet for Cruise Hacks, Packing Secrets, and Port-Day Survival)"! Written by a true terminal insider, this is your ultimate blueprint for a stress-free port day.

🏰 Don't Forget! Dive into the creative fun with our wonderful activity book, "Dragons & Castles: A Tale of Two Kingdoms"! Perfect for the young adventurers in your life.

📚 Get Your Copies Here: Find both books available now on Amazon! ➡️ amazon.com/author/Sandra-M.-Urquhart

🐈 TODAY'S SPECIAL STORY:

Because this is our very first Special, we are playing a crowd favorite in its absolute, full-length glory! Get ready for the hilarious, chaotic, and completely unforgettable origin story of everyone's favorite mischievous feline... "Bad Kitty"! 🐾

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If you love our stories and want to help Auntie Sandy keep the magic alive, consider joining our community! Enjoy exclusive perks, early access, and bonus content by supporting us on Patreon.

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Thank you for listening, and let’s head into Storyland! ✨

 🗡️✨ Travel across the world through fourteen unforgettable folktales—from China and Burma to Afghanistan and America—in this inspiring collection celebrating boys who show that true strength comes from character, courage, wisdom, and compassion.

In Mightier Than the Sword, renowned storyteller Jane Yolen gathers classic and little-known tales of sons, brothers, kings, and even trolls—each one proving that brains and bravery outshine brawn every time. Listeners will meet clever heroes who solve problems with quick thinking, kind hearts, and unshakable integrity.

🌍📖 These timeless stories highlight:

• ⚔️ Courage in unexpected places
• 🧠 Wisdom that saves the day
• 💛 Kindness as a quiet superpower
• 🤝 Friendship, loyalty, and moral strength
• 🐉 Adventure across cultures and continents

Perfect for young listeners who love heroic tales, this episode offers action, adventure, and meaningful lessons—without relying on violence or force. Boys and girls alike will discover that being “mighty” is about making wise choices, doing what’s right, and believing in the strength within.

🌙 Whether enjoyed at bedtime, during car rides, or as part of a classroom or family story time, Mightier Than the Sword invites children to explore what it really means to be a hero.

👨‍👩‍👧 Whether you're in the car, at home, or gathered around for story time, The Book of Virtues is a heartwarming guide to help kids grow into their best selves—one story at a time. Purchase this book here.

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