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Bedtime Stories for Adults

Whether you're trying to escape daily stresses, calm your thoughts, or find a peaceful companion for the night, these sleep stories will gently guide you into deep, restful slumber.

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Tonight’s sleep story is here 🤗 Grab a warm drink, get comfortable and let’s step into the pages of Little Women together 😌

P.s. This story features a gentle instrumental throughout for the background music lovers! 💤

Listen via the link in bio

Tonight’s sleep story is here 🤗 Grab a warm drink, get comfortable and let’s step into the pages of Little Women together 😌

P.s. This story features a gentle instrumental throughout for the background music lovers! 💤

Listen via the link in bio

I’ve always been a fan of “Little Women” and for tonight’s story, I wanted to share one of my favourite excerpts from the book!

I can’t wait for you to hear it ☺️ but in the meantime, I’d love to know who your favourite character from the book is. Let me know in the comments or vote in the poll below ⬇️

I’ve always been a fan of “Little Women” and for tonight’s story, I wanted to share one of my favourite excerpts from the book!

I can’t wait for you to hear it ☺️ but in the meantime, I’d love to know who your favourite character from the book is. Let me know in the comments or vote in the poll below ⬇️

Tonight you and I are taking a slow, unhurried journey through Norway. There are no deadlines, no destination, just you, the open road and the gentle hum of your camper van rolling through the breathtaking landscapes 🇳🇴

Drop a 🚐 in the comments if you’re ready for our little road trip 😌

Tonight you and I are taking a slow, unhurried journey through Norway. There are no deadlines, no destination, just you, the open road and the gentle hum of your camper van rolling through the breathtaking landscapes 🇳🇴

Drop a 🚐 in the comments if you’re ready for our little road trip 😌

Step into the world of #beatrixpotter ✨🐰🌿 These are some of the visuals that inspired my latest sleep story, ‘A Sleepy Interview with Beatrix Potter’. From her Peter Rabbit tales to the landscapes she loved, every detail helped bring this history-infused bedtime story to life.

Swipe through to see the stunning visuals behind the story! And if you’d like to drift off to sleep with Beatrix herself, you can listen now 😴 (Link in bio!)

Step into the world of #beatrixpotter ✨🐰🌿 These are some of the visuals that inspired my latest sleep story, ‘A Sleepy Interview with Beatrix Potter’. From her Peter Rabbit tales to the landscapes she loved, every detail helped bring this history-infused bedtime story to life.

Swipe through to see the stunning visuals behind the story! And if you’d like to drift off to sleep with Beatrix herself, you can listen now 😴 (Link in bio!)

What if you could interview Beatrix Potter? 🐰💭

In tonight’s bedtime story, history and imagination amalgamate as you visit Beatrix Potter’s farm for a sleepy conversation; featuring real quotes and historical details.

What if you could interview Beatrix Potter? 🐰💭

In tonight’s bedtime story, history and imagination amalgamate as you visit Beatrix Potter’s farm for a sleepy conversation; featuring real quotes and historical details.

Some of you lovely listeners have asked for bedtime stories with background music playing throughout… and how could I say no? ☺️

I’ve rereleased a collection of Rest Sleep Stories with soothing background music, perfect for those of you who find that gentle melodies help you drift off more easily. May these stories and sounds bring you the deep, restful sleep you deserve. Link in bio 🤍

Tell me in the comments - what are your favourite sounds to fall asleep too??

Some of you lovely listeners have asked for bedtime stories with background music playing throughout… and how could I say no? ☺️

I’ve rereleased a collection of Rest Sleep Stories with soothing background music, perfect for those of you who find that gentle melodies help you drift off more easily. May these stories and sounds bring you the deep, restful sleep you deserve. Link in bio 🤍

Tell me in the comments - what are your favourite sounds to fall asleep too??

Close your eyes and listen… Then hit save for later and listen to the whole #bedtimestory tonight 😴

Close your eyes and listen… Then hit save for later and listen to the whole #bedtimestory tonight 😴

Some of my earliest memories are of my mum reading to me. We’d take long walks to our favourite bookshop, curl up in a little nook, and read aloud for hours. Maybe that’s why I do what I do now - why I find so much joy in reading you to #sleep

And tonight, I’m reading a story that my Mum once read as a child: The Frog Prince 🐸👑

Click the link in bio for tonight’s #bedtimestory

Some of my earliest memories are of my mum reading to me. We’d take long walks to our favourite bookshop, curl up in a little nook, and read aloud for hours. Maybe that’s why I do what I do now - why I find so much joy in reading you to #sleep

And tonight, I’m reading a story that my Mum once read as a child: The Frog Prince 🐸👑

Click the link in bio for tonight’s #bedtimestory

The Velveteen Rabbit is coming at 6pm (GMT) and I think you’re going to love it! It’s one of those stories that make you feel all warm and fuzzy inside with its nostalgia 😊

Was this one a childhood favourite for you??

The Velveteen Rabbit is coming at 6pm (GMT) and I think you’re going to love it! It’s one of those stories that make you feel all warm and fuzzy inside with its nostalgia 😊

Was this one a childhood favourite for you??

There’s something about being surrounded by green - about breathing in the scent of damp earth, feeling the softness of leaves beneath your fingertips, and watching life slowly bloom before your eyes. It’s grounding. It’s peaceful. It’s magic.

That’s why Violet’s Garden is such a special story to me. It captures the way nature so effortlessly soothes ones soul. If you ever feel overwhelmed, if the world feels just a little too loud, remember, that nature is always there, waiting to wrap you in a quiet embrace.

I wrote more about this in my latest blog post (link in bio!), but I’d love to know - what’s your favourite place to be in nature? 🌿🌲🌱

There’s something about being surrounded by green - about breathing in the scent of damp earth, feeling the softness of leaves beneath your fingertips, and watching life slowly bloom before your eyes. It’s grounding. It’s peaceful. It’s magic.

That’s why Violet’s Garden is such a special story to me. It captures the way nature so effortlessly soothes ones soul. If you ever feel overwhelmed, if the world feels just a little too loud, remember, that nature is always there, waiting to wrap you in a quiet embrace.

I wrote more about this in my latest blog post (link in bio!), but I’d love to know - what’s your favourite place to be in nature? 🌿🌲🌱

Ember Isles is back tonight! 🥳

If you love the feeling of being surrounded by nature and the quiet calm of a garden, you’ll love this one 😊 @thebridgebookseries outdid himself!

Ember Isles is back tonight! 🥳

If you love the feeling of being surrounded by nature and the quiet calm of a garden, you’ll love this one 😊 @thebridgebookseries outdid himself!

Did you know that sleeping burns around 400 calories a night? So technically… who needs the gym? 😏

Just hit play on a sleep story (preferably this one), drift off and let your dreams do all the work 😴🏋️

Did you know that sleeping burns around 400 calories a night? So technically… who needs the gym? 😏

Just hit play on a sleep story (preferably this one), drift off and let your dreams do all the work 😴🏋️

Picture this: A hammock, swaying palm trees, the sound of waves in the distance, and a Rest sleep story playing softly in your ears 🏝️

One of our amazing listeners is living that dream in Mexico right now - they sent me this picture and dm - and I’m only ‘slightly’ jealous 😆👀

Picture this: A hammock, swaying palm trees, the sound of waves in the distance, and a Rest sleep story playing softly in your ears 🏝️

One of our amazing listeners is living that dream in Mexico right now - they sent me this picture and dm - and I’m only ‘slightly’ jealous 😆👀

✨NEW Sleep Story Premiere! ✨

You’ve heard the saying, “Curiosity killed the cat”, but long before that, people might have said, “Curiosity caught the whale”. 🐳

✨NEW Sleep Story Premiere! ✨

You’ve heard the saying, “Curiosity killed the cat”, but long before that, people might have said, “Curiosity caught the whale”. 🐳

happy love day to you and yours ❤️

happy love day to you and yours ❤️

There’s no such thing as too much Brother’s Grimm at bedtime! This weeks Sleep Story is ready and waiting for you 😊❤️

There’s no such thing as too much Brother’s Grimm at bedtime! This weeks Sleep Story is ready and waiting for you 😊❤️

Weaving moments of rest into your days doesn’t have to be complicated - it can be simple and plain

Weaving moments of rest into your days doesn’t have to be complicated - it can be simple and plain

One of my favourite lines from our last sleep story, ‘A Quiet Sail with Pytheas of Massalia’ 🌊🌅

One of my favourite lines from our last sleep story, ‘A Quiet Sail with Pytheas of Massalia’ 🌊🌅

A moment from this weeks historical tale ⚓️

A moment from this weeks historical tale ⚓️

Ever dreamed of your pet being the star of a story? 🐾

Pet Day is on the horizon, and to celebrate, I’ve teamed up with @thebridgebookseries - author of Rest’s enchanting Ember Isles collection, to create a personalised sleep story starring one listener’s special pet! ✨

All you have to do to enter:
1️⃣ Follow both @unwindwithrest and @thebridgebookseries on Instagram.
2️⃣ Like and share this post.
3️⃣ Tag a friend in the comments - each tag counts as an entry, so the more you tag, the more chances you have to win!

Entries close Feb 28 - May the best listener win 🐶🐱🐰🐴💛

Ever dreamed of your pet being the star of a story? 🐾

Pet Day is on the horizon, and to celebrate, I’ve teamed up with @thebridgebookseries - author of Rest’s enchanting Ember Isles collection, to create a personalised sleep story starring one listener’s special pet! ✨

All you have to do to enter:
1️⃣ Follow both @unwindwithrest and @thebridgebookseries on Instagram.
2️⃣ Like and share this post.
3️⃣ Tag a friend in the comments - each tag counts as an entry, so the more you tag, the more chances you have to win!

Entries close Feb 28 - May the best listener win 🐶🐱🐰🐴💛

🌊✨ You asked for more history-themed sleep stories, and here it is! ✨🌊

Tonight at 6PM, set sail with famous explorer, Pytheas of Massalia - a story that blends history with fiction and takes you on an ancient voyage across the sea. ⛵️

If you could travel to any time in history or meet any historical figure, who or where would you choose? Let me know in the comments! ⬇️

🌊✨ You asked for more history-themed sleep stories, and here it is! ✨🌊

Tonight at 6PM, set sail with famous explorer, Pytheas of Massalia - a story that blends history with fiction and takes you on an ancient voyage across the sea. ⛵️

If you could travel to any time in history or meet any historical figure, who or where would you choose? Let me know in the comments! ⬇️

You can’t think of fairy tales without thinking of the Brothers Grimm. Tonight’s sleep story is a long-overdue classic; The Fisherman and His Wife 🎣🐟 A story of wishes, fate and magical talking fish! Will you be listening? 💤

You can’t think of fairy tales without thinking of the Brothers Grimm. Tonight’s sleep story is a long-overdue classic; The Fisherman and His Wife 🎣🐟 A story of wishes, fate and magical talking fish! Will you be listening? 💤

The best stories don’t just help you sleep - they stay with you ✨

I hope this is one of those stories for you. 🤗 If you haven’t listened yet, click the link in my bio

The best stories don’t just help you sleep - they stay with you ✨

I hope this is one of those stories for you. 🤗 If you haven’t listened yet, click the link in my bio

You don’t have to shrink for anyone. Stand tall, breathe deep, and know you belong.🌿

You don’t have to shrink for anyone. Stand tall, breathe deep, and know you belong.🌿

This evening, join me as I read “The Three Questions” by Leo Tolstoy; where a king embarks on an important quest to find meaning in the present moment🤴🏼👑 Who’s ready for a new story???

This evening, join me as I read “The Three Questions” by Leo Tolstoy; where a king embarks on an important quest to find meaning in the present moment🤴🏼👑 Who’s ready for a new story???

One - of many - of my favourite moments from The Selfish Giant 🏡👦🏻👧🏾☀️

One - of many - of my favourite moments from The Selfish Giant 🏡👦🏻👧🏾☀️

Crafting calm, one story at a time 📚 What’s your favourite sleep story on Rest so far?? I’d love to know x

Crafting calm, one story at a time 📚 What’s your favourite sleep story on Rest so far?? I’d love to know x

This classic story by Kate Chopin is an ode to the small everyday joys amidst the ordinary. It’s such a simple tale, but it’s come to be one of my favourites ��😍 what did you think of it?

This classic story by Kate Chopin is an ode to the small everyday joys amidst the ordinary. It’s such a simple tale, but it’s come to be one of my favourites 😍 what did you think of it?

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Now all that’s left for you to do is pick a story, settle in and drift to sleep 😴

Sweet dreams and goodnight.

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