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Chapter One

If you were to ask Jasper the Truffle Pog, he’d tell you Baking Day is his favourite day of the week. On Baking Day, the Meadow’s haze is awash with rose petal pie and pine nut crust. And on Baking Day, the air tastes of roasted vines and sweet red cherries.

Jasper loves food. But he can’t cook. There’s only one person in the Meadow who can do that. This person is called Daisy. Daisy hails from the Land of Summer. She comes from a family well-known for its extraordinary cooking skills, and it’s her job to prepare the food for the Wise One and his Masters when they meet at the Table of Trigons. That’s where they discuss matters of New and Old World alike. Such important business is very hungry work, and without Daisy, it would be impossible.

Now on the morning of this tale, Daisy was baking truffle pies. Jasper had delivered one of his finest hauls from the Old World Copse the day before, and everyone was looking forward to tasting them. There was a lot to be discussed that day, and the Masters would be much hungrier than they usually were. Not least of all Jasper. He alone needed a pie for tasting, a pie for snacking, and a pre-pie pie.

Daisy really had her work cut out for her. All she had to do was get the Pog out of her kitchen. Then, she could get on. Jasper had been hovering around as he always did on Baking Day, and now she’d had enough.

“I can barely get the taste of truffle in just one pie,” Jasper pleaded.

“It takes much more than that to appreciate all your hard work, Daisy. So if you don’t mind, I’ll help you with the tasting, and then we can be sure.”

Daisy could say very little to this. Her job was to keep the Meadow Masters happy – no matter what. But fortunately for her, Jeremiah was on the case.

“Ha! Surprise, surprise, a Pog in the kitchen on Baking Day!” he smiled, as he burst in. “Well, who’d have thunk it?!”

Jasper smiled back. He liked Jeremiah, even though he could get away with nothing when the Bunyip was around.

“Not me!”

He tugged absentmindedly at the buckles holding up his old dungarees. Beneath their blueberry stains and patches of dirt lay a round belly and a short coat the colour of warm gingerbread. As newly appointed Master-in-Training, Jasper was still working out how to control his sense of smell and taste. But even with all the guidance from the Wise One and his fellow Masters, he found it very difficult to ignore the one thing that drove everything he thought and did.

“Be off with ya now!” said Jeremiah as he stepped aside to reveal the wide blue yonder. “And don’t forget to be back in time for the meetin‟!”

So Jasper did just that.

Meanwhile, Daisy sat down on her cushion to think.

Strapped to her back, it looked like an eighteenth- century bustle from the Old World. But Daisy had no need of extra bustle. This cushion gave her legs and hindquarters a well-deserved rest in those rare moments between mealtimes.

She was excited at the prospect of the berries Jasper would find. There was no nose finer than the Truffle Pog‟s. That was for sure.

“He’ll be off foragin’ for most the morning, I expect,” said Jeremiah as he dusted the flour from her countertop. “And you lil’ lady can get on with what you do best.”

At this, Daisy stood up quickly. The Bunyip had just winked at her. Again! The last thing she wanted was for him to see her blush.

Chapter Two

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Pride and Prejudice by ⁠Jane Austen⁠ was first published in 1813 and is a classic romantic novel set in early 19th-century England. The story revolves around the spirited Elizabeth Bennet and the proud Mr. Darcy, exploring the complexities of love, class, and social expectations. Against the backdrop of the English countryside and the drawing rooms of the landed gentry, Austen skillfully crafts a narrative that satirizes the societal norms of the time while portraying the individual growth and romantic entanglements of its characters.The novel is deeply embedded in the historical context of the Regency era, offering a keen insight into social hierarchy, marriage expectations, and gender roles of the time. Through Elizabeth’s sharp wit and Darcy’s initial aloofness, Austen presents a nuanced exploration of personal prejudices and the importance of self-awareness in matters of the heart.

In this episode, a letter arrives from Mr. Collins. He offers condolences, but spends most of the letter underlining how Lydia's heinous offense will ruin the other sisters' chances on making a good match.

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In this episode,

An enraged Hindley snatches Hareton from Nelly and accidentally drops the baby over the banister. Later, Catherine approaches Nelly in the kitchen while Heathcliff eavesdrops. She tells him of her deep love for Heathcliff, but insists she will marry Edgar Linton. Heathcliff only hears half the story...

Enjoy this relaxing transition into a great night's sleep - Sleep Story read and abridged by English author and vocal artist Stephanie Poppins. #stephaniepoppins #sleepstorieswithsteph #wutheringheights #audiobook #sleepstory

IMPORTANT:

My words, my face, my performance, my voice are my own (the property of Stephanie Poppins - nee Stephanie Hudson). I own the rights to this performance. I do not give permission for my voice, face or performance to be manipulated with AI. I do not give permission for my public persona to be manipulated/associated with anything other than the performances I post.

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FULL AUDIOBOOK available at https://www.neworldbooks.uk

Pride and Prejudice audiobook Chapter 53 - Romantic Sleep Story with Stephanie Poppins

IMPORTANT:

My words, my face, my performance, my voice are my own (the property of Stephanie Poppins - nee Stephanie Hudson). I own the rights to this performance. I do not give permission for my voice, face or performance to be manipulated with AI. I do not give permission for my public persona to be manipulated/associated with anything other than the performances I post.

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Published by Neworld Books UK

Pride and Prejudice by ⁠Jane Austen⁠ was first published in 1813 and is a classic romantic novel set in early 19th-century England. The story revolves around the spirited Elizabeth Bennet and the proud Mr. Darcy, exploring the complexities of love, class, and social expectations. Against the backdrop of the English countryside and the drawing rooms of the landed gentry, Austen skillfully crafts a narrative that satirizes the societal norms of the time while portraying the individual growth and romantic entanglements of its characters.The novel is deeply embedded in the historical context of the Regency era, offering a keen insight into social hierarchy, marriage expectations, and gender roles of the time. Through Elizabeth’s sharp wit and Darcy’s initial aloofness, Austen presents a nuanced exploration of personal prejudices and the importance of self-awareness in matters of the heart.

In this episode, a letter arrives from Mr. Collins. He offers condolences, but spends most of the letter underlining how Lydia's heinous offense will ruin the other sisters' chances on making a good match.

FULL AUDIOBOOK available at https://www.neworldbooks.ukWuthering Heights Chapter Eight - Sleep Story Performed and Abridged by Stephanie Poppins

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Wuthering Heights by Emily Brontë is a gothic novel that follows the antihero, Heathcliff, as he gets revenge the people who kept him away from his love, Cathy Earnshaw. After over a decade, he finally succeeds in his revenge and gains Thrushcross Grange, the family home of Cathy's husband.

In this episode, Frances (Hindely's wife) gives birth to a son, Hareton Earnshaw. But Frances dies just a week later—childbirth had aggravated the consumption she had long suffered from. 

Hindley is now devastated and hands the baby to Nelly to care for. Then he turns to alcohol for comfort, and takes out his grief on the servants, Catherine, and, especially, Heathcliff.Enjoy this relaxing transition into a great night's sleep - Sleep Story read and abridged by English author and vocal artist Stephanie Poppins. #stephaniepoppins #sleepstorieswithsteph #wutheringheights #audiobook #sleepstory

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IMPORTANT:

My words, my face, my performance, my voice are my own (the property of Stephanie Poppins - nee Stephanie Hudson). I own the rights to this performance. I do not give permission for my voice, face or performance to be manipulated with AI. I do not give permission for my public persona to be manipulated/associated with anything other than the performances I post.

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Published by Neworld Books UK

Pride and Prejudice by ⁠Jane Austen⁠ was first published in 1813 and is a classic romantic novel set in early 19th-century England. The story revolves around the spirited Elizabeth Bennet and the proud Mr. Darcy, exploring the complexities of love, class, and social expectations. Against the backdrop of the English countryside and the drawing rooms of the landed gentry, Austen skillfully crafts a narrative that satirizes the societal norms of the time while portraying the individual growth and romantic entanglements of its characters.The novel is deeply embedded in the historical context of the Regency era, offering a keen insight into social hierarchy, marriage expectations, and gender roles of the time. Through Elizabeth’s sharp wit and Darcy’s initial aloofness, Austen presents a nuanced exploration of personal prejudices and the importance of self-awareness in matters of the heart.

In this episode, a letter arrives from Mr. Collins. He offers condolences, but spends most of the letter underlining how Lydia's heinous offense will ruin the other sisters' chances on making a good match.

In this episode, Mr Gardiner sends a long letter to Elizabeth, detailing how Darcy went to London, tracked down Wickham and stopped him from abandoning Lydia, before negotiating a deal with Wickham.

It then transpires that Darcy paid for this to happen and arranged that Mr. Gardiner would take all the credit.

FULL AUDIOBOOK available at https://www.neworldbooks.uk #literature #stephaniepoppins #audiobookWuthering Heights by Emily Brontë is a gothic novel that follows the antihero, Heathcliff, as he gets revenge the people who kept him away from his love, Cathy Earnshaw. After over a decade, he finally succeeds in his revenge and gains Thrushcross Grange, the family home of Cathy's husband.

In this episode, Catherine spends five weeks at Thrushcross Grange, where Mrs. Linton teaches her to become a refined young lady.

Meanwhile, Hindley permits Heathcliff to greet Catherine in the same way that "the other servants" greet her.

Enjoy this relaxing transition into a great night's sleep - Sleep Story read and abridged by English author and vocal artist Stephanie Poppins

Pride and Prejudice audiobook Chapter 51 - Romantic Sleep Story with Stephanie Poppins

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Published by Neworld Books UK

Pride and Prejudice by ⁠Jane Austen⁠ was first published in 1813 and is a classic romantic novel set in early 19th-century England. The story revolves around the spirited Elizabeth Bennet and the proud Mr. Darcy, exploring the complexities of love, class, and social expectations. Against the backdrop of the English countryside and the drawing rooms of the landed gentry, Austen skillfully crafts a narrative that satirizes the societal norms of the time while portraying the individual growth and romantic entanglements of its characters.The novel is deeply embedded in the historical context of the Regency era, offering a keen insight into social hierarchy, marriage expectations, and gender roles of the time. Through Elizabeth’s sharp wit and Darcy’s initial aloofness, Austen presents a nuanced exploration of personal prejudices and the importance of self-awareness in matters of the heart.

In this episode, a letter arrives from Mr. Collins. He offers condolences, but spends most of the letter underlining how Lydia's heinous offense will ruin the other sisters' chances on making a good match.

In this episode,

FULL AUDIOBOOK available at https://www.neworldbooks.uk

#stephaniepoppins #audiobook #literature #book #review

Wuthering Heights by Emily Brontë is a gothic novel that follows the antihero, Heathcliff, as he gets revenge the people who kept him away from his love, Cathy Earnshaw. After over a decade, he finally succeeds in his revenge and gains Thrushcross Grange, the family home of Cathy's husband.

In this episode, we learn about the childhood relationship between Heathcliff and Cathy according to Mrs Dean, the family maid.Enjoy this relaxing transition into a great night's sleep - Sleep Story read and abridged by English author and vocal artist Stephanie Poppins

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FULL AUDIOBOOK available at https://www.neworldbooks.uk#prideandprejudice #stephaniepoppins #romance #sleepstory #asmrsleep Sleep stories with StephThese Bedtime Tales guarantee a smooth transition onto a great night's sleep

Published by Neworld Books UK

Pride and Prejudice by ⁠Jane Austen⁠ was first published in 1813 and is a classic romantic novel set in early 19th-century England. The story revolves around the spirited Elizabeth Bennet and the proud Mr. Darcy, exploring the complexities of love, class, and social expectations. Against the backdrop of the English countryside and the drawing rooms of the landed gentry, Austen skillfully crafts a narrative that satirizes the societal norms of the time while portraying the individual growth and romantic entanglements of its characters.The novel is deeply embedded in the historical context of the Regency era, offering a keen insight into social hierarchy, marriage expectations, and gender roles of the time. Through Elizabeth’s sharp wit and Darcy’s initial aloofness, Austen presents a nuanced exploration of personal prejudices and the importance of self-awareness in matters of the heart.

In this episode, a letter arrives from Mr. Collins. He offers condolences, but spends most of the letter underlining how Lydia's heinous offense will ruin the other sisters' chances on making a good match.

In this episode, Elizabeth realizes that her opinion of Darcy has changed so completely that if he were to propose to her again, she would accept. She understands, however, that, given Lydia's embarrassing behaviour and the addition of Wickham to the Bennet family, such a proposal seems extremely unlikely.