Sleep and Sorcery | Folklore & Fantasy-Inspired Sleep Stories
Welcome to Sleep and Sorcery, a folklore and fantasy-inspired sleep series. Step across the threshold into a world of myth and magic, where you can safely drift off into a deep and comfortable sleep. Sleep and Sorcery is one part bedtime story, one part guided meditation, and one part dreamy adventure. Visit a cozy cottage in the mythical village of Slumbershire, the fairy tale forests of Bohemia, the court of King Arthur, and spaceships among the stars. Dream your wildest dreams with Sleep and Sorcery.
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- Update frequency
- every 8 days
- Average duration
- 74 minutes
- Episodes
- 143
- Years Active
- 2022 - 2025
Fairies of the Forest Floor
Blessed Imbolc!
In this bedtime story, you are strolling through a familiar wood when you come to a place where you once built fairy houses as a child. To your surprise, the place you used to play ha…
Dreams of the Blue Lotus
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Gifts of Prometheus
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The Dragon Rider
In tonight’s story, after learning that you are the heir to the throne of a kingdom, you bravely venture into the underground lair of a dragon, believing it has stolen your signet ring for its horde …
The Snowy Day Library
In tonight’s story, you’re taking a peaceful wintry walk with your faithful dog. While he chases rabbits through the drifts, you follow him into a snowy tunnel, where, to your surprise, you discover …
The Green Knight's Game
This story is lovingly adapted from the 14th century chivalric poem “Sir Gawain and the Green Knight,” by an unknown poet. I’ve taken liberties with the format and toned down some episodes, but this …
Christmas Eve in Surrey Alley
In tonight’s sleep story, it’s Christmas Eve in the bustling magical shopping corridor of Surrey Alley. You are enjoying the holiday atmosphere with friends while shopping for last-minute gifts. You …
The Pageant Wagon | Winter Solstice Sleep Story
In tonight’s cozy sleep story, you have inherited a historic estate in the country. As the winter solstice nears and you finally attempt to organize the storage, you unearth an enormous, antiquated c…
The Ruins of Atlantis
In tonight’s story, you are a citizen of the underwater kingdom of Atlantis, and a respected collector of rarities. While the city prepares to honor your dear friend, you endeavor to find a gift to p…
The Wandmaker and the Thorn
In tonight’s story, you are a wandmaker and the owner of a beloved wand shop in the magical corridor of Surrey Alley. As winter approaches, you undertake your annual sojourn to Somerset, where you’ll…
In the House of the Forest Guardian
In tonight’s story, you set off on an adventure, leaving behind your cozy home in Slumbershire. You must cross an ancient forest, and deep in the woods, you encounter the guardian spirit of the wood.…
The Secret Masquerade
In tonight’s sleep story, you and a friend travel to New Orleans, where you believe a secret treasure is buried. You explore many historic sites in the city, from Jackson Square to the tomb of Marie …
Bathhouse of the Spirits
In tonight’s bedtime story, you work as an attendant in an enchanted bathhouse – one frequented by essential nature spirits. While waiting for the doors to open at sundown, you help prepare the bathh…
Cauldron of Cerridwen
In tonight’s bedtime story, you enter into the service of Cerridwen, a powerful goddess who possesses gifts of magic and poetry. You assist her in brewing a special potion intended for her son: a dra…
Halloween at Wizard School
In tonight’s story, you’ll enjoy a splendid Halloween celebration in the great feasting hall at the school of sorcery. After taking in your fill, the professors escort students to the castle grounds …
Coming October 25: Season Two of Sleep & Sorcery
A new season of Sleep & Sorcery is coming. All new original bedtime stories for listeners of all ages. Celebrate Halloween at wizard school. Stir the cauldron of an ancient goddess. Prepare for the w…
A Harvest Festival in Slumbershire
In tonight’s story, you’ll enjoy a harvest festival at the autumnal equinox in the halfling village of Slumbershire. You assist in setting up, then enjoy the rites and rituals against a glorious suns…
Season Break Announcement! | Season One Finale Coming 9/20
Hi lovely listeners, the very next story will be the season one finale of Sleep & Sorcery. Since we started season one with a visit to Slumbershire on the vernal equinox, it's only fitting that we'll…
The Steam Train and the Somnambulist
In tonight’s story, you board an overnight train on your journey to find a cure for insomnia. There’s a woman in your compartment who claims she can put anyone to sleep within 10 seconds. You allow h…
The Rainy Day Library
In our cozy story tonight, you’re cooped up at home on a rainy day, longing to escape the boredom when you notice a strange light shining from beneath your closet door. You open it to reveal the entr…