The original story of a young mermaid who wished to become a human, marry a young prince and gain an immortal soul is far different from the popular Disney movie. It is far more dark – although we have edited out the most violent portion.

This tragic story – with a happy ending – was writtten by legendary Danish author Hand Christian Andersen and was published in 1837.

Heya grownups! It’s me, the Readastorus! I looove reading stories to your awesome kids—but guess what? My very good friend Don (he’s not a dinosaur, but he’s still pretty cool) has a story podcast just for YOU!

It’s called LitReading—and it’s full of amazing old-timey tales by famous human writer-folks! Spooky ones! Funny ones! Think bedtime stories… for grown up kids!

So when the kids are all tucked in—or running around in circles—search for LitReading wherever you find podcasts. Tell Don I sent ya!

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