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Drift Off - Bedtime Stories for Adults
Hosted by Joanne D'Amico · EN
Drift Off - Bedtime Stories is a soothing bedtime story podcast that welcomes you each week with a soft, melodic voice to help you fall asleep to bedtime stories from the public domain. Every episode begins with a brief relaxation to help you settle in, followed by a calm reading of a bedtime story. Whether you're looking for a relaxing tale to help you unwind or a sleepy bedtime story, Drift Off Bedtime Stories for Adults is the ultimate destination for a restful night's sleep.
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The Tears of Prunella | Bedtime Story for Sleep (Drift Back)
Feb 2400:40:04Tap to summarizeTonight I’m sharing a Drift Back episode — a return to The Tears of Prunella, a tender and dreamy fairytale that many of you may remember… and some of you may be hearing for the very first time. If you’re new here, Drift Back episodes are gentle revisits to stories from the archives. They offer a chance to settle into something familiar, or to discover a quiet gem from earlier days of the podcast.The Tears of Prunella is a soft and wistful bedtime story, filled with feeling and quiet magic — the kind of tale meant to be listened to slowly, as the day comes to a close. So dim the lights, get comfortable, and allow this soothing bedtime story to help you rest, unwind, and drift toward sleep.I’ll be back next week with something new.With love, JoanneNew Colouring Book!Drift Off Dreams is now available on Amazon. Filled with simple, soothing pages designed to help you relax, unwind, and drift off peacefully.Find your copy hereMy new audiobook 'Tales to Help You Sleep Vol. 1' is now available on Audible!US ➜ Click hereCA ➜ Click hereUK ➜ Click hereAU ➜ Click hereAlready an Audible member? Just add it to your library. New to Audible? Start your free trial with my book as your first listen and help support the podcast!If you decide to purchase through this link, I do receive a small benefit at no extra cost to you. It truly helps me continue sharing these bedtime stories, and I’m so grateful for your support. This podcast is 100% listener-supported with no ads and proud of it! Help me keep this space ad-free! Thank you for your support :)*Subscribe on Apple Podcasts from the show page, or visit driftoff.supercast.com to join through Supercast.As a Drift Off Premium member you get: Peaceful ad-free listeningWeekly bonus bedtime stories to enrich your sleep routineEarly access to select regular episodesFull-length audiobooks for sleep to calm your mind and help you drift offDid you know you can also listen to my regular bedtime stories on Insight Timer for free? It’s a peaceful space for rest and relaxation. Also, for just $9.99/month, you’ll get access to my premium stories plus meditations, music, and live sessions from other amazing teachers. https://insighttimer.com/relaxforawhileOh...and be sure to drift over to the podcast website to learn a little bit about the voice behind the stories. Hope to see you there! https://www.driftoffpodcast.com
Transcribe →The Good Little Mouse | A Gentle Bedtime Story for Sleep
Feb 1700:41:44Tap to summarizeHello sleepy friends! Tonight’s story is The Good Little Mouse, a classic, vintage fairy tale by Madame D'Aulnoy.As always, we’ll begin with a short relaxation to help you settle in, followed by a calm narration of the story. Some parts of the original text have been lightly adapted to make the story flow more smoothly for listening, while staying true to the heart of the original tale.This is a gentle, traditional fairy tale about kindness, patience, and quiet goodness, shared here in a soft, sleepy way to help you relax and drift off.Get yourself comfortable, allow your breathing to slow, and let the story unfold as you rest.Sweetest dreams, JoanneMusic in this episode is 'Walk in the Forest' (Epidemic Sound).My new audiobook Tales to Help You Sleep is now available on Audible! US ➜ Click hereCA ➜ Click hereUK ➜ Click hereAU ➜ Click hereAlready an Audible member? Just add it to your library.New to Audible? Start your free trial with my book as your first listen and help support the podcast!If you decide to purchase through this link, I do receive a small benefit at no extra cost to you. It truly helps me continue sharing these bedtime stories, and I’m so grateful for your support. My Drift Off Dreams Coloring Book is now available on Amazon! With 33 soothing illustrations, it’s a cozy way to find calm at the end of the day. Find your copy here: https://mybook.to/DriftOffDreamsThis podcast is 100% listener-supported with no ads and proud of it! Help me keep this space ad-free! Thank you for your support :)*Subscribe on Apple Podcasts from the show page, or visit driftoff.supercast.com to join through Supercast.As a Drift Off Premium member you get: Peaceful ad-free listeningWeekly bonus bedtime stories to enrich your sleep routineEarly access to select regular episodesFull-length audiobooks for sleep to calm your mind and help you drift offDid you know you can also listen to my regular bedtime stories on Insight Timer for free? It’s a peaceful space for rest and relaxation. Also, for just $9.99/month, you’ll get access to my premium stories plus meditations, music, and live sessions from other amazing teachers. https://insighttimer.com/relaxforawhileOh...and be sure to drift over to the podcast website to learn a little bit about the voice behind the stories. Hope to see you there! https://www.driftoffpodcast.com
Transcribe →The Long Winter (Chapter 10 & 11) Bedtime Story for Sleep
Feb 1000:32:30Tap to summarizeWelcome back, dear listeners! Tonight we continue with another chapter from The Long Winter by Laura Ingalls Wilder . This story takes us back to the prairie with Laura and her family as they face one of the hardest winters they’ve ever known. Many of you have written to me requesting this next book in the series, and I’m so delighted to finally share it with you.Just a gentle reminder that if you’d like access to all the full-length audiobooks from the Little House series as they’re completed, you can join Drift Off Premium.So snuggle in, get comfortable, and let the gentle rhythm of this timeless story carry you into a place of peace and rest. Sweet dreams, Joanne xoMusic in this episode is "Forest Spring' by Aiyo via Epidemic SoundThis podcast is 100% listener-supported with no ads and proud of it! Help me keep this space ad-free! Thank you for your support :)*Subscribe on Apple Podcasts from the show page, or visit driftoff.supercast.com to join through Supercast.As a Drift Off Premium member you get: Peaceful ad-free listeningWeekly bonus bedtime stories to enrich your sleep routineEarly access to select regular episodesFull-length audiobooks for sleep to calm your mind and help you drift offDid you know you can also listen to my regular bedtime stories on Insight Timer for free? It’s a peaceful space for rest and relaxation. Also, for just $9.99/month, you’ll get access to my premium stories plus meditations, music, and live sessions from other amazing teachers. https://insighttimer.com/relaxforawhileOh...and be sure to drift over to the podcast website to learn a little bit about the voice behind the stories. Hope to see you there! https://www.driftoffpodcast.com
Transcribe →The Long Winter (Chapter 9) Bedtime Story for Sleep
Feb 300:38:09Tap to summarizeWelcome back, dear listeners! Tonight continue with another chapter from The Long Winter by Laura Ingalls Wilder . This story takes us back to the prairie with Laura and her family as they face one of the hardest winters they’ve ever known. Many of you have written to me requesting this next book in the series, and I’m so delighted to finally share it with you.Just a gentle reminder that if you’d like access to all the full-length audiobooks from the Little House series as they’re completed, you can join Drift Off Premium.So snuggle in, get comfortable, and let the gentle rhythm of this timeless story carry you into a place of peace and rest. Sweet dreams, Joanne xoMusic in this episode is "Forest Spring' by Aiyo via Epidemic SoundMy new audiobook 'Tales to Help You Sleep Vol. 1' is now available on Audible!US ➜ Click hereCA ➜ Click hereUK ➜ Click hereAU ➜ Click hereAlready an Audible member? Just add it to your library. New to Audible? Start your free trial with my book as your first listen and help support the podcast!If you decide to purchase through this link, I do receive a small benefit at no extra cost to you. It truly helps me continue sharing these bedtime stories, and I’m so grateful for your support. This podcast is 100% listener-supported with no ads and proud of it! Help me keep this space ad-free! Thank you for your support :)*Subscribe on Apple Podcasts from the show page, or visit driftoff.supercast.com to join through Supercast.As a Drift Off Premium member you get: Peaceful ad-free listeningWeekly bonus bedtime stories to enrich your sleep routineEarly access to select regular episodesFull-length audiobooks for sleep to calm your mind and help you drift offDid you know you can also listen to my regular bedtime stories on Insight Timer for free? It’s a peaceful space for rest and relaxation. Also, for just $9.99/month, you’ll get access to my premium stories plus meditations, music, and live sessions from other amazing teachers. https://insighttimer.com/relaxforawhileOh...and be sure to drift over to the podcast website to learn a little bit about the voice behind the stories. Hope to see you there! https://www.driftoffpodcast.com
Transcribe →A Little Princess (Chapter 6) Bedtime Story Reading for Sleep
Jan 2700:31:23Tap to summarizeTonight we continue with A Little Princess by Frances Hodgson Burnett with Chapter 6. Settle in and get cozy, and let this classic bedtime story carry you gently into sleep. Music in this episode is 'Sleeping Kittens' by L.i.Y via Epidemic SoundNew Colouring Book!Drift Off Dreams is now available on Amazon. Filled with simple, soothing pages designed to help you relax, unwind, and drift off peacefully.Find your copy hereMy new audiobook 'Tales to Help You Sleep Vol. 1' is now available on Audible!US ➜ Click hereCA ➜ Click hereUK ➜ Click hereAU ➜ Click hereAlready an Audible member? Just add it to your library. New to Audible? Start your free trial with my book as your first listen and help support the podcast!If you decide to purchase through this link, I do receive a small benefit at no extra cost to you. It truly helps me continue sharing these bedtime stories, and I’m so grateful for your support. This podcast is 100% listener-supported with no ads and proud of it! Help me keep this space ad-free! Thank you for your support :)*Subscribe on Apple Podcasts from the show page, or visit driftoff.supercast.com to join through Supercast.As a Drift Off Premium member you get: Peaceful ad-free listeningWeekly bonus bedtime stories to enrich your sleep routineEarly access to select regular episodesFull-length audiobooks for sleep to calm your mind and help you drift offDid you know you can also listen to my regular bedtime stories on Insight Timer for free? It’s a peaceful space for rest and relaxation. Also, for just $9.99/month, you’ll get access to my premium stories plus meditations, music, and live sessions from other amazing teachers. https://insighttimer.com/relaxforawhileOh...and be sure to drift over to the podcast website to learn a little bit about the voice behind the stories. Hope to see you there! https://www.driftoffpodcast.com
Transcribe →The Long Winter (Chapter 8) Bedtime Story for Sleep
Jan 2000:27:51Tap to summarizeWelcome back, dear listeners! Tonight continue with another chapter from The Long Winter by Laura Ingalls Wilder . This story takes us back to the prairie with Laura and her family as they face one of the hardest winters they’ve ever known. Many of you have written to me requesting this next book in the series, and I’m so delighted to finally share it with you.Just a gentle reminder that if you’d like access to all the full-length audiobooks from the Little House series as they’re completed, you can join Drift Off Premium.So snuggle in, get comfortable, and let the gentle rhythm of this timeless story carry you into a place of peace and rest. Sweet dreams, Joanne xoMusic in this episode is "Forest Spring' by Aiyo via Epidemic SoundThis podcast is 100% listener-supported with no ads and proud of it! Help me keep this space ad-free! Thank you for your support :)*Subscribe on Apple Podcasts from the show page, or visit driftoff.supercast.com to join through Supercast.As a Drift Off Premium member you get: Peaceful ad-free listeningWeekly bonus bedtime stories to enrich your sleep routineEarly access to select regular episodesFull-length audiobooks for sleep to calm your mind and help you drift offDid you know you can also listen to my regular bedtime stories on Insight Timer for free? It’s a peaceful space for rest and relaxation. Also, for just $9.99/month, you’ll get access to my premium stories plus meditations, music, and live sessions from other amazing teachers. https://insighttimer.com/relaxforawhileOh...and be sure to drift over to the podcast website to learn a little bit about the voice behind the stories. Hope to see you there! https://www.driftoffpodcast.com
Transcribe →The Nixie of Mill Pond | A Gentle Bedtime Story for Sleep
Jan 1300:41:45Tap to summarizeHello my sleepy friends! Tonight’s early access episode features The Nixie of Mill Pond by the Brothers Grimm. This is a slightly adapted version to soften the edges and help you drift off peacefully.The story will be narrated twice, giving you another gentle chance to drift into sleep if you’re still awake when the first telling ends.So go ahead and settle in, get comfortable, and allow yourself to gently wind down as you listen.Sweetest dreams to each of you!My new audiobook 'Tales to Help You Sleep Vol. 1' is now available on Audible!US ➜ Click hereCA ➜ Click hereUK ➜ Click hereAU ➜ Click hereAlready an Audible member? Just add it to your library. New to Audible? Start your free trial with my book as your first listen and help support the podcast!If you decide to purchase through this link, I do receive a small benefit at no extra cost to you. It truly helps me continue sharing these bedtime stories, and I’m so grateful for your support. New Colouring Book!Drift Off Dreams is now available on Amazon. Filled with simple, soothing pages designed to help you relax, unwind, and drift off peacefully.Find your copy hereThis podcast is 100% listener-supported with no ads and proud of it! Help me keep this space ad-free! Thank you for your support :) *Subscribe on Apple Podcasts from the show page, or visit driftoff.supercast.com to join through Supercast. As a Drift Off Premium member you get: Peaceful ad-free listening Weekly bonus bedtime stories to enrich your sleep routine Exclusive early access to one new episode each month Full-length audiobooks for sleep to calm your mind and help you drift off Did you know you can also listen to my regular bedtime stories on Insight Timer for free? It’s a peaceful space for rest and relaxation. Also, for just $9.99/month, you’ll get access to my premium stories plus meditations, music, and live sessions from other amazing teachers. https://insighttimer.com/relaxforawhile Oh...and be sure to drift over to the podcast website to learn a little bit about the voice behind the stories. Hope to see you there! https://www.driftoffpodcast.com
Transcribe →A Little Princess (Chapter 5) Bedtime Story for Sleep
Jan 600:29:07Tap to summarizeTonight we continue with A Little Princess by Frances Hodgson Burnett with Chapter 5. Settle in and get cozy, and let this classic bedtime story carry you gently into sleep. Music in this episode is 'Sleeping Kittens' by L.i.Y via Epidemic SoundNew Colouring Book!Drift Off Dreams is now available on Amazon. Filled with simple, soothing pages designed to help you relax, unwind, and drift off peacefully.Find your copy hereMy new audiobook 'Tales to Help You Sleep Vol. 1' is now available on Audible!US ➜ Click hereCA ➜ Click hereUK ➜ Click hereAU ➜ Click hereAlready an Audible member? Just add it to your library. New to Audible? Start your free trial with my book as your first listen and help support the podcast!If you decide to purchase through this link, I do receive a small benefit at no extra cost to you. It truly helps me continue sharing these bedtime stories, and I’m so grateful for your support. Drift Off Premium — Sweet Dreams Await Support an ad-free podcast for everyone Weekly bonus bedtime stories to enrich your sleep routine Exclusive early access to one new episode each month Full-length audiobooks for sleep to calm your mind and help you drift off Available on Apple Podcasts and Supercast *Subscribe on Apple Podcasts from the show page, or visit driftoff.supercast.com to join through Supercast. Did you know you can also listen to my regular bedtime stories on Insight Timer for free? It’s a peaceful space for rest and relaxation. Also, for just $9.99/month, you’ll get access to my premium stories plus meditations, music, and live sessions from other amazing teachers. Come curl up in this cozy corner of calm, where sweet dreams are always waiting. https://insighttimer.com/relaxforawhile Oh… and be sure to drift over to the podcast website to see what cozy wonders await you! https://www.driftoffpodcast.com
Transcribe →Drift Off with the Final Chapters of Anne of Green Gables (Chapter 37 & 38)
Aug 26Tap to summarizeWelcome friends! In tonight’s episode, I’ll be reading the final chapters of Anne of Green Gables by L.M. Montgomery. As we say goodbye to Anne’s early adventures in Avonlea, I hope this gentle and heartfelt ending brings a sense of peace and comfort to your evening.If you enjoy the podcast and find it helps you rest, please consider leaving a rating or review—it really helps others discover the show. Thank you so much for listening 💛Drift Off Premium — Sweet Dreams Await Support an ad-free podcast for everyone Weekly bonus bedtime stories to enrich your sleep routine Exclusive early access to one new episode each month Full-length audiobooks for sleep to calm your mind and help you drift off Available on Apple Podcasts and Supercast *Subscribe on Apple Podcasts from the show page, or visit driftoff.supercast.com to join through Supercast. Did you know you can also listen to my regular bedtime stories on Insight Timer for free? It’s a peaceful space for rest and relaxation. Also, for just $9.99/month, you’ll get access to my premium stories plus meditations, music, and live sessions from other amazing teachers. Come curl up in this cozy corner of calm, where sweet dreams are always waiting. https://insighttimer.com/relaxforawhile Oh… and be sure to drift over to the podcast website to see what cozy wonders await you! https://www.driftoffpodcast.com
Transcribe →The Cozy Bedtime Story of Anne of Green Gables (Chapter 35 & 36)
Aug 5, 2025Tap to summarizeWelcome kindred spirits! Drift off peacefully with this cozy bedtime story, featuring more delightful chapters from Anne of Green Gables by L.M. Montgomery. This timeless classic is the perfect companion for relaxation, offering an escape into the enchanting world of Anne Shirley and the breathtaking charm of Prince Edward Island.In this part of the story, Anne continues to captivate us with her vivid imagination, heartfelt adventures, and irresistible spirit. Allow the gentle narration and soothing storytelling to guide you into a peaceful slumber.Wishing you the sweetest of dreams,Joanne xoMusic in this episode by Golden Peas via Epidemic Sound Drift Off Premium — Sweet Dreams Await Support an ad-free podcast for everyone Weekly bonus bedtime stories to enrich your sleep routine Exclusive early access to one new episode each month Full-length audiobooks for sleep to calm your mind and help you drift off Available on Apple Podcasts and Supercast *Subscribe on Apple Podcasts from the show page, or visit driftoff.supercast.com to join through Supercast. Did you know you can also listen to my regular bedtime stories on Insight Timer for free? It’s a peaceful space for rest and relaxation. Also, for just $9.99/month, you’ll get access to my premium stories plus meditations, music, and live sessions from other amazing teachers. Come curl up in this cozy corner of calm, where sweet dreams are always waiting. https://insighttimer.com/relaxforawhile Oh… and be sure to drift over to the podcast website to see what cozy wonders await you! https://www.driftoffpodcast.com
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