Stories from the Borders of Sleep

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The Abandoned Scarf Jul 13, 2026

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Two of the most famous and least knowable figures in all of music and literature are living quietly in a big white house in the English countryside. Their neighbour is about to have a very interesting summer.

Brotherhood May 09, 2026

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Much to the consternation of passengers and crew, a mysterious woman is found aboard a ship, and soon nothing is quite as it seems and nobody will be the same again.

The Last Dance Jan 01, 2026

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A tale of the agonies of unrequited love, and of dancing a path through sadness. Trigger warning: alcohol.

The Tree Who Walked Sep 29, 2025

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What has an ancient yew tree to do when she captures a wanderlust from two passing travellers? Of course, she must go a-roving too, and find her own adventures!

Pillow Pillar Portals Oct 14, 2024

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The new kid at school seems a bit odd, but things are about to get a whole lot stranger. As you put your head on your pillows tonight, I hope this one will take you to another world. And maybe you will wake up tomorrow with a compelling urge to build a den under your desk.

Mother Voyage Jun 27, 2024

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A tired old sailing ship feels outdated and longs for rest and retirement as she sets off from the port. Her wish is unexpectedly granted but it is a new chapter of life.

The Cicada Laundrette Mar 14, 2024

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Night time is the time to visit the Cicada Laundrette and meet all kinds of critter characters. Enter the twilight world of washing machines and soap suds under the watchful eye of Mr. Aardvark.

Decorations Dec 24, 2023

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A heartwarming magical story for the Holidays in the tradition of well-loved Yuletide tales.

The Copse Dec 04, 2023

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For all the gatherers of feathers and stones and the friends of nature, a tale of healing and connection with the soul of the woodland.

The Cadillac in the Pond Mar 21, 2023

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What if ... someone woke up one morning to find a Cadillac in their duck pond? You need wonder no more ...