Tales by the Fireside - Bedtime stories and sleep meditation

Tonight, we have a story of the magic of writing. A story of worlds and netherworlds, of gifts and beauty, of life and loss and journeys. A story, about the power of the imagination.

Proudly presenting “The Parchment” written by Rowan Grey. A thoroughly encapsulating and well written story I am happy to read for you now.

This wonderful tale is available here: amazon.co.uk/gp/product/B08LBSBYQ6, and you can follow the author on Facebook under RowanGreyBooks. 

I really do hope you enjoy this journey through magically created worlds.. If you would like to hear more of this kind of genre, please let me know by leaving a comment, like or review, or subscribing to whatever platform you are listening on. Everything you do and every interaction you make really does mean the world.

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Tonight, we have an old family favourite. A story you almost certainly have heard before, but maybe not in its original form. A story of bricks and sticks and straw. Of butter churns and cooking pots. Of chinny chin chins.

Proudly presenting “The Three Little Pigs”, retold and edited by Joe Fireside.

I really do hope you enjoy this rendition of this ancient tale. If you would like to hear more of this kind of thing, please let me know by leaving a comment, like or review, or subscribing to whatever platform you are listening on.

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A short story, of a day in the turbulent life of an armed forces spouse. A story about moving from place to place, and the adjustments we need to make as we go. A story about new places, but old companions. A story, about finding home again.

Proudly presenting, “A Place to Rest Your Paws” written by returning author Tammy B. Tsonis.

For more information on the author and her new book, please visit her website, tammybtsonis-author.com, or follow her on Facebook.com/tammybtsonis.

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Tonight, we have a story about a goose and her little baby goslings. A story of mysterious disappearances and the hard job of thinking. Of roosters and hens, and foxes and fidos. A story, of a mothers protection.

Presenting “The Wise Mamma Goose” by Charlotte B. Herr, originally published in 1913. I really do hope you enjoy listening.

If you do, please let me know by leaving a comment, like or review, or subscribing to whatever platform you are listening on.

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Tonight, we have a story about the far future, written from the perspective of the past. A story of telephotes and commutators, of editors and ambassadors, of newspapers and reporters. A story of one day in the life of the busiest man in the world.

Proudly presenting “In The Year 2889” written by Jules and Michael Verne in 1889. This story was originally published under the well known and famous name Jules Verne (of Around the World in 80 Days and Journey to the Centre of the Earth fame) but has since been seen to be more the work of his son, Michael, working in partnership with his father and publishing this work.

If you would like to hear more of this genre, please let me know by leaving a comment, like or review, or subscribing to whatever platform you are listening on.

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Tonight, we have two stories about the power you have. Stories about mindfulness, about consideration, about kindness and meaning. Stories about the wonder of you.

Proudly presenting the “Powerful Me” series, The Power in Me, and The Power in Words, written by Meaghan Axel. These two books, complete with powerful concepts in rhyming form and delightful illustrations are worthy additions to any children's library. You can find out more information and find extra activities on the authors website, www.meaghanaxel.com/

If you would like to hear more of this kind of thing, please let me know by leaving a rating or review, or subscribing to whatever platform you are listening on.

Joe x

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Tonight, we have a story of murder and mystery. A story of futuristic technology and old fashion police work. A story of women in blue fire, nuclear experimentation and lies and conspiracy. A story, about the greater good.

Proudly presenting “Twelve Times Zero” by Howard Browne, published in 1950. 

I really do hope you enjoy this 1950s murder mystery. If you would like to hear more of this kind of stuff, please let me know by leaving a a rating or review, and subscribing to whatever platform you are listening on.

Joe x

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Tonight, we have a story about a bright little girl and a wonderfully strange house. About a very unique aunt with a very unique job. About plenty of purple, about stars, about flowers, about the man on the moon and about pompous neighbours. A story, about blooming in your own time.

Presenting “Prosperity Lane”, written by Payden Hall. It is an absolute pleasure to read, well written and enchanting. I thoroughly recommend picking this book up for yourself. If you would like to, you can on Amazon, or audiobook form.

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Tonight, we have another guided meditation, this time, we will focus on relieving stress using a well-established meditative method.

You can follow my voice and give yourself to the imagery and we can relax together. 

As always, please ensure you are comfortable by either sitting or lying down, and are well supported.

I would love to hear how you find this meditation. Please let me know by leaving a review or comment, and subscribing to whatever platform you are listening on.

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Tonight, we have a story of a fat little kitten and his sisters, a story of Puddle-ducks and buttonless clothing, of getting dirty and not being fit to be seen!

And another, of a darling old washer-woman. Of a mysterious door in the side of the hill, and a very prickly encounter.

Proudly presenting the Tales of Tom Kitten and Mrs. Tiggy-winkle, by Beatrix Potter, in their original texts of 1907 and 1905 respectively.

I grew up being told the stories of Beatrix Potter, and I am very happy I can, in some way, continue this family tradition by reading these stories for you. I really do hope you enjoy them.

The episode starts with Tom Kitten, and Mrs. Tiggy-winkle begins at 08.20.

If you do, please let me know by leaving a like, a review, or comment and subscribing to whatever platform you are listening on.

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