Tales by the Fireside - Bedtime stories and sleep meditation

Tonight, we have a story of creation and destruction. Of joy, and sorrow, of war and peace, of gods and goddesses, of rivers and animals and the wonders of nature. An epic story about Native American folklore and legends.

Proudly presenting a slightly abridged version of “The Song of Hiawatha”, written by Henry W Longfellow, originally written in 1855.

This is by far the longest episode I have ever released, and was really interesting to me, as I have always been fascinated by the Native American culture, and how it’s shamanic ways and tribal customs always seemed mystical and shrouded in mystery. This masterful poem allows us to peek in to some of the beautiful and elaborate legends and beliefs of some Native American Nations.

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Tonight, we have a story about fairies, and beauty. A story about one little girls journey into a magical kingdom. A story about kindness.

Presenting “A World Beyond the Rainbow”, written by Adrita Goswami. This book was written when the author was only 13 years old, and that innocence and charm really does shine through in this story.

Should you wish to purchase the book for yourself, you can on www.amazon.com/dp/B07CN61YNT.

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Tonight, we have a story about life, and death, and love. A story about hauntings, nobility and Americans. About blood stains, suits of armour and hidden rooms. A story of fear and terror, but not necessarily in the way you might imagine.

Proudly presenting “The Canterville Ghost” written by Oscar Wilde. This was the very first of his stories to be published, back in 1887. This was great fun to read, and I sincerely hope you enjoy listening.

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Tonight, we have a story about a happy little otter and his families very special rock. A story about squawking seagulls and cracking clams. A story, about learning very important lessons from very important people.

Presenting a Fireside Community Author Spotlight, “The Greatest Treasure” written by Stefanie Fields. An absolute pleasure to read and one your little ones will enjoy. The illustrations are particularly lovely and I really do recommend picking it up for yourself. You can find out more information on the authors website, www.stefaniebooks.com

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Tonight, we have a story about a man with an aging condition like no other. A story about the oddity of life and death and society in the late 1800’s. A story about what it could be like, if we aged backwards.

Proudly presenting “The Curious Case of Benjamin Button” written by F. Scott Fitzgerald, as part of his “Tales from the Jazz Age” novel, published in 1922. This original story is a little different to the blockbuster film with Brad Pitt as the titular role, and I do sincerely hope you enjoy it.

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Tonight, we have a story about wicked witches and winged monkeys. A story of silver shoes and golden caps. A story of Hammer-Heads, Winkies, beasts and people made of dainty china. A story about returning home.

Proudly presenting the concluding Part Two of “The Wonderful Wizard of Oz”, written by L. Frank Baum, originally published in 1900. Thank you to everyone who took part in our Facebook poll and helped decide we should have this episode next.

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Tonight, we are taking a journey together through a peaceful forest on your own private island. Basking in the glory of nature before finding our welcoming campsite and settling down for sleep.

Visualisation meditation takes our mind on a journey where we imaginatively engage all our senses. All we have to do is follow the voice as it leads us along the trail.

I would love to hear how you find this visualisation 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 about lions, scarecrows and tinmen. A story about brains, and courage and heart. A story about being far from home. A story, about somewhere over the rainbow.

Proudly presenting part one of “The Wonderful Wizard of Oz”, written by L. Frank Baum, originally published in 1900. Thank you to everyone who took part in our Facebook poll and helped decide we should have this episode next. I sincerely hope you enjoy it. Stay tuned for part 2, out on Saturday 20th February!

If you do, let me know by leaving a rating or comment, or subscribing to the show on whatever platform you are listening on. Every interaction truly does mean the world to this channel.

If you want to support Tales by the Fireside, the easiest way to do this is by going to buymeacoffee.com/tbtf. Every donation goes back in to running the show and really does mean the world to this channel. Every episode, every platform and other ways to support the show are on talesbythefireside.com/support.

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A story about churches, and nature. A story about grief and beauty and hope. A story utterly suffused with emotion. A story about cultivation.

Proudly presenting “The Love Hundred” by Neil Willis. The talented poet returns to Tales by the Fireside to share a very personal piece with us. Follow him on Facebook at NWPoetry and show him some support. Thank you for letting me read this out Neil.

P.S. a “hundred” in this context, is a piece of land, cultivated for growing and agriculture.

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Tonight, we have three short stories about being able to do it, if you try hard enough. Stories about never giving up, even if it seems really hard. Stories about seagulls, and waves, and octopuses. Stories, about succeeding.

Presenting, the "I Can Do Stories" written by Sally Tears. A wonderful collection of short stories with charming illustrations. Should you wish to purchase this for yourself, you can on Amazon, or via the authors Facebook Page @SallyTears1.

If you or your children enjoyed this episode, please let me know by leaving a rating or review and subscribing to whatever platform you are listening on. Every one of you truly do mean the world to this channel.

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