Drift Off - Bedtime Stories for Adults

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Drift Back Sundays: A Fortunate Mistake | A Cozy Bedtime Story for Sleep Sep 20, 2026

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Tonight, we’re drifting back to A Fortunate Mistake by Lucy Maud Montgomery, a charming old-fashioned tale from the beloved author of Anne of Green Gables.

Settle in and enjoy this gentle story of an unexpected encounter and the surprising turn of events that follows. With Montgomery’s warm storytelling and a touch of humor, it’s a lovely little tale to curl up with at the end of the day and let your thoughts slowly grow quiet.

So get comfortable, close your eyes when you’re ready, and enjoy a little journey into a simpler time as you drift off to sleep.

Sweet dreams,

Joanne

This podcast is 100% listener-supported, completely ad-free, and made possible by wonderful listeners like you. Thank you!

If you'd like even more relaxing stories throughout the week, Drift Off Premium includes:

• Fresh new premium episodes every Tuesday & Thursday
• Instant access to the complete premium archive
• Intro-free listening so you can drift off without interruption
• Listen first, months—or even years—before episodes reach the public feed
• Exclusive access to a library of 12 full-length audiobooks

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The Railway Children (Chapter 6) — A Bedtime Story for Sleep Sep 15, 2026

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Join Drift Off Premium for fresh new bedtime stories every Tuesday & Thursday. Subscribe on the Drift Off show page in Apple Podcasts or through Supercast: https://driftoff.supercast.com/

Tonight's bedtime story is Chapter 6 of The Railway Children by E. Nesbit, calmly narrated to help you relax, unwind, and drift off to sleep. Whether you're rediscovering this timeless classic or experiencing it for the first time, I hope this peaceful audiobook narration becomes a comforting part of your bedtime routine.

So settle in, get comfortable, and let tonight's soothing narration carry you gently toward a peaceful night's sleep.

Sweet dreams,
Joanne 🌙

This podcast is 100% listener-supported, completely ad-free, and made possible by wonderful listeners like you. Thank you!

If you'd like even more relaxing stories throughout the week, Drift Off Premium includes:

If you're listening on Apple Podcasts, simply tap 'Subscribe' at the top of the Drift Off show page to join Premium.

Not using Apple Podcasts? You can subscribe through Supercast here:
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Thank you for being here, and for helping keep Drift Off a peaceful, ad-free space.

Drift Back Sundays: The Palace of the Night | Bedtime Story for Sleep Sep 13, 2026

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Sleep Audiobooks: Listen anytime and keep them forever → Browse my audiobook collection

Tonight, we’re drifting back to The Palace of the Night by Henry Beston, a beautifully imaginative tale filled with the quiet wonder and mystery of nighttime.

Settle in and allow yourself to be carried into a dreamlike world beneath the night sky, where the darkness feels peaceful and magical and the worries of the day can begin to fade away. With its gentle storytelling and enchanting atmosphere, this is a lovely tale for quieting a busy mind and easing yourself toward a restful night’s sleep.

So get comfortable, close your eyes when you’re ready, and let the story carry you away into the peaceful stillness of the night.

Sweet dreams,

Joanne

This podcast is 100% listener-supported, completely ad-free, and made possible by wonderful listeners like you. Thank you!

If you'd like even more relaxing stories throughout the week, Drift Off Premium includes:

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The Kite That Went to the Moon and Back | A Dreamy Bedtime Story for Sleep Sep 08, 2026

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UPDATE: The wrong audio file was originally attached to this episode. This has now been corrected — the audio you’re now listening to is the intended episode.

Join Drift Off Premium for fresh new bedtime stories every Tuesday & Thursday. Subscribe on the Drift Off show page in Apple Podcasts or through Supercast: https://driftoff.supercast.com/

Tonight’s story, The Kite That Went to the Moon and Back by Evelyn Sharp, was first shared with my Premium listeners back in 2024, and tonight I’m happy to be sharing it with you here on the regular Drift Off podcast.
This gentle and whimsical tale follows an adventurous little kite on an imaginative journey all the way to the moon and back again. It’s a lovely story to settle in with at bedtime, helping you leave the day behind, quiet a busy mind, and ease into a peaceful night’s sleep.
So get comfortable, close your eyes when you’re ready, and let this dreamy little story carry you away as you drift off to sleep.
Sweet dreams,

Joanne

This podcast is 100% listener-supported, completely ad-free, and made possible by wonderful listeners like you. Thank you!

If you'd like even more relaxing stories throughout the week, Drift Off Premium includes:

If you're listening on Apple Podcasts, simply tap 'Subscribe' at the top of the Drift Off show page to join Premium.

Not using Apple Podcasts? You can subscribe through Supercast here:
https://driftoff.supercast.com

Visit www.driftoffpodcast.com to explore everything happening in the world of Drift Off.

Thank you for being here, and for helping keep Drift Off a peaceful, ad-free space.

Drift Back Sundays: Briar Rose | A Dreamy Fairy Tale for Sleep Sep 06, 2026

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Sleep Audiobooks: Listen anytime and keep them forever → Browse my audiobook collection

Tonight’s story is Briar Rose, the beloved fairy tale by the Brothers Grimm, better known to many of us as Sleeping Beauty.

Settle in as we journey into a faraway kingdom of castles, enchantments, a beautiful princess, and a palace hidden behind a wall of thorns. With its timeless fairy-tale atmosphere and dreamlike quality, Briar Rose is a lovely story to leave the day behind with and gently ease into a peaceful night’s sleep.

For a little extra time to rest, tonight’s story will play twice, so if you’re still awake when the story comes to an end, you can simply keep listening and allow yourself to drift a little deeper into sleep.

So get comfortable, close your eyes when you’re ready, and let this classic fairy tale carry you away to a land of long ago.

Sweet dreams,

Joanne

This podcast is 100% listener-supported, completely ad-free, and made possible by wonderful listeners like you. Thank you!

If you'd like even more relaxing stories throughout the week, Drift Off Premium includes:

If you're listening on Apple Podcasts, simply tap 'Subscribe' at the top of the Drift Off show page to join Premium.

Not using Apple Podcasts? You can subscribe through Supercast here:
https://driftoff.supercast.com

Visit www.driftoffpodcast.com to explore everything happening in the world of Drift Off.

Thank you for being here, and for helping keep Drift Off a peaceful, ad-free space.

The Railway Children (Chapter 5) — A Bedtime Story for Sleep Sep 01, 2026

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Join Drift Off Premium for fresh new bedtime stories every Tuesday & Thursday. Subscribe on the Drift Off show page in Apple Podcasts or through Supercast: https://driftoff.supercast.com/

Tonight's bedtime story is Chapter 5 of The Railway Children by E. Nesbit, calmly narrated to help you relax, unwind, and drift off to sleep. Whether you're rediscovering this timeless classic or experiencing it for the first time, I hope this peaceful audiobook narration becomes a comforting part of your bedtime routine.

So settle in, get comfortable, and let tonight's soothing narration carry you gently toward a peaceful night's sleep.

Sweet dreams,
Joanne 🌙

This podcast is 100% listener-supported, completely ad-free, and made possible by wonderful listeners like you. Thank you!

If you'd like even more relaxing stories throughout the week, Drift Off Premium includes:

If you're listening on Apple Podcasts, simply tap 'Subscribe' at the top of the Drift Off show page to join Premium.

Not using Apple Podcasts? You can subscribe through Supercast here:
https://driftoff.supercast.com

Visit www.driftoffpodcast.com to explore everything happening in the world of Drift Off.

Thank you for being here, and for helping keep Drift Off a peaceful, ad-free space.

Drift Back Sunday: The Adventures of Florian | Fairytale for Sleep Aug 30, 2026

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Visit my website: https://www.driftoffpodcast.com/

Hello, sleepy listeners, and welcome.

WELCOME TO DRIFT BACK SUNDAY

Every Sunday evening, I unlock a favorite classic journey from my archive to help you release the thoughts of the weekend and ease into the new week.

TONIGHT'S STORY

Tonight, we drift back to The Adventures of Florian by Henry Beston, first shared here in 2021. This charming tale carries us on a gentle journey filled with imagination, quiet wonder, and the timeless magic of classic storytelling—perfect for ending your weekend on a peaceful note.

As the story unfolds, allow its soothing rhythm to quiet your thoughts, soften the end of your weekend, and gently carry you toward a restful night's sleep.

So settle in, get comfortable, and let tonight's calming narration guide you into peaceful dreams.

Sweet dreams,
Joanne 🌙

This podcast is 100% listener-supported, completely ad-free, and made possible by wonderful listeners like you. Thank you!

If you'd like even more relaxing stories throughout the week, Drift Off Premium includes:

If you're listening on Apple Podcasts, simply tap 'Subscribe' at the top of the Drift Off show page to join Premium.

Not using Apple Podcasts? You can subscribe through Supercast here:
https://driftoff.supercast.com

Visit www.driftoffpodcast.com to explore everything happening in the world of Drift Off.

Thank you for being here, and for helping keep Drift Off a peaceful, ad-free space.

Premium Preview | Miss Calista's Peppermint Bottle Aug 26, 2026

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Join Drift Off Premium for fresh new bedtime stories every Tuesday & Thursday. Subscribe on the Drift Off show page in Apple Podcasts or through Supercast: https://driftoff.supercast.com/

Tonight, I'm sharing a special preview from Drift Off Premium.

This is the first 10 minutes of Miss Calista's Peppermint Bottle by Lucy Maud Montgomery. If you'd like to continue listening, simply subscribe to Drift Off Premium to enjoy the complete two-part story, along with the full premium library and fresh new bedtime stories every Tuesday and Thursday.

I hope you enjoy this little preview. Now, settle in, get cozy, and let the story gently carry you toward a peaceful night's sleep.

Sweet dreams,

Joanne

This podcast is 100% listener-supported, completely ad-free, and made possible by wonderful listeners like you. Thank you!

If you'd like even more relaxing stories throughout the week, Drift Off Premium includes:

If you're listening on Apple Podcasts, simply tap 'Subscribe' at the top of the Drift Off show page to join Premium.

Not using Apple Podcasts? You can subscribe through Supercast here:
https://driftoff.supercast.com

Visit www.driftoffpodcast.com to explore everything happening in the world of Drift Off.

Thank you for being here, and for helping keep Drift Off a peaceful, ad-free space.

The Palace on the Floor | Fairytale for Sleep Aug 25, 2026

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Join Drift Off Premium for fresh new bedtime stories every Tuesday & Thursday. Subscribe on the Drift Off show page in Apple Podcasts or through Supercast: https://driftoff.supercast.com/

Tonight's bedtime story is The Palace on the Floor by Evelyn Sharp, a charming classic fairy tale gently narrated to help you relax, unwind, and drift peacefully to sleep.

With its delightful imagination, quiet enchantment, and timeless storytelling, The Palace on the Floor invites us into a magical world where extraordinary adventures can unfold in the most unexpected places. Evelyn Sharp's graceful writing creates the perfect atmosphere for letting go of the day and settling into a peaceful night's rest.

So snuggle up, get comfortable, and let tonight's soothing narration carry you gently into peaceful dreams.

Sweet dreams,
Joanne 🌙

This podcast is 100% listener-supported, completely ad-free, and made possible by wonderful listeners like you. Thank you!

If you'd like even more relaxing stories throughout the week, Drift Off Premium includes:

If you're listening on Apple Podcasts, simply tap 'Subscribe' at the top of the Drift Off show page to join Premium.

Not using Apple Podcasts? You can subscribe through Supercast here:
https://driftoff.supercast.com

Visit www.driftoffpodcast.com to explore everything happening in the world of Drift Off.

Thank you for being here, and for helping keep Drift Off a peaceful, ad-free space.

Drift Back Sunday: The Enchanted Elm | Fairytale for Sleep Aug 23, 2026

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Visit my website: https://www.driftoffpodcast.com/

Hello, sleepy listeners, and welcome.

WELCOME TO DRIFT BACK SUNDAY

Every Sunday evening, I unlock a favorite classic journey from my archive to help you release the thoughts of the weekend and ease into the new week.

TONIGHT'S STORY

Tonight, we drift back to The Enchanted Elm by Henry Beston, first shared here in 2021. This quiet and enchanting tale invites us beneath the sheltering branches of an ancient elm, where gentle storytelling and a touch of wonder create the perfect atmosphere for drifting peacefully toward sleep.

As the story unfolds, allow its soothing rhythm to quiet your thoughts, soften the end of your weekend, and gently carry you toward a restful night's sleep.

So settle in, get comfortable, and let tonight's calming narration guide you into peaceful dreams.

Sweet dreams,
Joanne 🌙

This podcast is 100% listener-supported, completely ad-free, and made possible by wonderful listeners like you. Thank you!

If you'd like even more relaxing stories throughout the week, Drift Off Premium includes:

If you're listening on Apple Podcasts, simply tap 'Subscribe' at the top of the Drift Off show page to join Premium.

Not using Apple Podcasts? You can subscribe through Supercast here:
https://driftoff.supercast.com

Visit www.driftoffpodcast.com to explore everything happening in the world of Drift Off.

Thank you for being here, and for helping keep Drift Off a peaceful, ad-free space.

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