Literary Lullabies

Hello and welcome back to Literary Lullabies, a bedtime story podcast, with very old stories from days long, long past. Through the month of January, we will be reading on of the most told and retold tales of arguably one of England's greatest hero's. Robin Hood. This particular tale comes from the retelling by Howard Pyle in 1883 and contains all the thees and thous wonderful alliteration of a much older time. In thi fourth episode, we will hear the tale of how Will Stutely was captured by the Sheriff's men and sentenced to be hanged, and how Robin Hood rescued him. If you would like to support the production of this podcast, I would love if you joined me over on Patreon. For a one time donation, you can also Buy me a Coffee. However you support, whether by continuing to listen or bny donating, your support is greatly appreciated. This year, Patreon members will have full, early access to an entire months worth of episodes at a time. Polls and conversations will give you the ability to suggest content that you would like to hear. Relaxation colouring pages are available for all membership levels or for individual download, so you can relax while you listen. Come join me there. Your support makes this podcast possible.   Music for this episode is provided by the talented artists who make their work available on Pixabay.  This episode features sounds from : Vlad Bakutov Luca Francini  Noru  MountainDweller   

Hello and welcome back to Literary Lullabies, a bedtime story podcast, with very old stories from days long, long past. Through the month of January, we will be reading on of the most told and retold tales of arguably one of England's greatest hero's. Robin Hood. This particular tale comes from the retelling by Howard Pyle in 1883 and contains all the thees and thous wonderful alliteration of a much older time. In our third episode, settle back and listen to the story of how the Sheriff of Nottingham set a trap for Robin Hood and how badly that trap failed. If you would like to support the production of this podcast, I would love if you joined me over on Patreon. For a one time donation, you can also Buy me a Coffee. However you support, whether by continuing to listen or bny donating, your support is greatly appreciated. This year, Patreon members will have full, early access to an entire months worth of episodes at a time. Polls and conversations will give you the ability to suggest content that you would like to hear. Relaxation colouring pages are available for all membership levels or for individual download, so you can relax while you listen. Come join me there. Your support makes this podcast possible.   Music for this episode is provided by the talented artists who make their work available on Pixabay.  This episode features sounds from : Vlad Bakutov Luca Francini  Noru  MountainDweller   

Hello and welcome back to Literary Lullabies, a bedtime story podcast, with very old stories from days long, long past. Through the month of January, we will be reading on of the most told and retold tales of arguably one of England's greatest hero's. Robin Hood. This particular tale comes from the retelling by Howard Pyle in 1883 and contains all the thees and thous and wonderful alliteration of a much older time.  In this, our second episode of the year, we will hear about how Robin Hood outsmarted the Tinker, whom teh Sheriff of Nottingham sent after Robin. If you would like to support the production of this podcast, I would love if you joined me over on Patreon. For a one time donation, you can also Buy me a Coffee. However you support, whether by continuing to listen or by donating, your support is greatly appreciated. This year, Patreon members will have full, early access to an entire months worth of episodes at a time. Polls and conversations will give you the ability to suggest content that you would like to hear. Relaxation colouring pages are available for all membership levels or for individual download, so you can relax while you listen. Come join me there. Your support makes this podcast possible.   Music for this episode is provided by the talented artists who make their work available on Pixabay.  This episode features sounds from : Vlad Bakutov Luca Francini  Noru  MountainDweller   

Hello and welcome back to Literary Lullabies, a bedtime story podcast, with very old stories from days long, long past. Through the month of January, we will be reading on of the most told and retold tales of arguably one of England's greatest hero's. Robin Hood. This particular tale comes from the retelling by Howard Pyle in 1883 and contains all the thees and thous wonderful alliteration of a much older time. In this, our first episode of the year, we will learn how Robin Hood became an outlaw and how all the people of Nottinghamshire came to love him. If you would like to support the production of this podcast, I would love if you joined me over on Patreon. For a one time donation, you can also Buy me a Coffee. However you support, whether by continuing to listen or bny donating, your support is greatly appreciated. This year, Patreon members will have full, early access to an entire months worth of episodes at a time. Polls and conversations will give you the ability to suggest content that you would like to hear. Relaxation colouring pages are available for all membership levels or for individual download, so you can relax while you listen. Come join me there. Your support makes this podcast possible.   Music for this episode is provided by the talented artists who make their work available on Pixabay.  This episode features sounds from : Vlad Bakutov Luca Francini  Noru  MountainDweller 

In the final chapter of our series, Scrooge faces the silent, foreboding Ghost of Christmas Yet to Come. This spectral guide shows him the grim future that awaits if he doesn't change his ways. With the weight of his choices bearing down on him, Scrooge awakens to the true meaning of Christmas—one of generosity, compassion, and redemption. To hear all four parts of this beloved tale, consider supporting the podcast by joining my Patreon or buying me a coffee. Your support helps keep these literary treasures alive for listeners like you! Thank you for joining me this year. I look forward to reading to you in the New Year. Merry Christmas, Happy Holidays, and goodnight.

In this third installment of our special episode, Ebenezer Scrooge is guided by the jolly Ghost of Christmas Present. Together, they witness the joys and struggles of those celebrating Christmas across the city, from festive gatherings to humble homes filled with love and resilience. Scrooge begins to see the world—and his place in it—with new eyes. Enjoying the journey so far? Support the podcast by buying me a coffee or joining my Patreon, where you can access all four episodes now! Your support keeps the holiday magic alive and helps keep me going with this podcast. I can't do it without you, so thank you.

In the second chapter of our four-part series, Ebenezer Scrooge is visited by the ethereal Ghost of Christmas Past. Together, they journey through poignant memories of Scrooge's childhood, early joys, and missed opportunities. These glimpses into his past begin to unravel the walls around his hardened heart. Settle in for a reflective and tender exploration of how the echoes of yesterday shape who we are today. If you would like to hear all four episodes right away, join me on Patreon, where you can access all four episodes together. Your patreon support helps make this podcast possible. You can also Buy Me A Coffee to help fund this podcast and keep it ad free through next year.

In the first installment of a four-part series, we delve into the chilling opening of A Christmas Carol by Charles Dickens. Ebenezer Scrooge, a miserly and cold-hearted man, encounters the ghost of his long-dead business partner, Jacob Marley. Bearing heavy chains forged in life, Marley delivers a haunting warning about the consequences of Scrooge's ways. Settle in for a tale of spectral visitors and the stirring call to redemption, perfect for a winter's evening. Do you want to hear all four episodes at once? Join me on Patreon for early access to the full series.

Welcome to a much lighter episode of Literary Lullabies. Tonight, I will be continuing our reading of Tales from Shakespeare.    "Much Ado About Nothing" revolves around the romantic entanglements and misunderstandings of two couples: Beatrice and Benedick, who engage in a witty battle of words, and Claudio and Hero, whose love is tested by deception and slander. The plot thickens with the scheming of the villainous Don John. Ultimately, through clever manipulation and reconciliation, love triumphs, and the characters find joy and resolution in their relationships. Music by Alban_Gogh from Pixabay If you enjoy this reading and other episodes of Literary Lullabies, please consider supporting my podcast by joining me on Patreon or with a one time donation via Buy Me A Coffee.  Your support will help keep this podcast going.

Welcome back to Literary Lullabies. On this Halloween week, join me for a spooky, spectacular reading of one of Shakespeare most famous tales: MacBeth. This adaptation, as with the other Shakespearean adaptations I have read, is from "Tales from Shakespeare" by Charles and Mary Lamb. While I endeavour to keep this podcast friendly for all ages, listener discretion is advised on this particular episode. MacBeth is a dark tale of murder and betrayal. Music by Leigh Robinson from Pixabay If you enjoy this reading and other episodes of Literary Lullabies, please consider supporting my podcast by joining me on Patreon or with a one time donation via Buy Me A Coffee.  Your support will help keep this podcast going.