Welcome! I’m Joanne, the creator of Relax for a while and the voice behind the Drift Off Bedtime Stories podcast.
Here you’ll find relaxing bedtime stories, calming narratives, and peaceful audiobooks—gently adapted from classic public domain literature and lovingly brought to life through my own narration, soft pacing, and tranquil ambiance.
Each story is chosen with care to help you unwind, ease anxiety, and drift into deep, restful sleep. My mission is to create a safe, cozy space that’s free from distractions—just gentle storytelling to soothe your mind and comfort your spirit.
Whether you’re here for a peaceful pause or to fall asleep to the sound of a soft-spoken voice, I’m so glad you're here.
Friend, it's truly an honor to be a part of your journey toward restful sleep. Let's make bedtime the best time—together.
Sweet dreams 🌙✨
Joanne
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✨ New Video! ✨Another Little House!! By the Shores of Silver Lake is now available 🥰
This is the fourth book in the beloved Little House series, and I’m so happy to share it with you. Settle in, get cozy, and let this gentle classic carry you into a peaceful night. 🌙
You can find it here 👉https://youtu.be/GT8KbC8HVms
Sweet dreams,
Joanne xo
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🌿 A Personal Update 🌿
Some of you may remember I mentioned we were waiting for Emily’s MRI results. Sadly, the news wasn’t what we were hoping for. The prognosis is difficult, and though we don’t know how long this chapter will last, we’re taking things day by day.
Right now, Emily is doing beautifully—full of light, laughter, and joy. She’s not experiencing any symptoms, and for now, she doesn’t know the full picture. That’s okay. I want to protect her sparkle for as long as I can.
As for me… I’m doing my best to stay strong, but some days, it’s hard to breathe and it feels so heavy to respond to comments or messages. Please know I see your kindness, and I hold it close.
This photo was taken last week at a cozy little tea shop. A sweet moment I’ll always treasure. 💛
Thank you for being here. Truly.
With love,
Joanne
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💤 New Sleep Story Collection Just Posted! 🌙
Hi friends! If you're looking for something extra soothing tonight, I’ve just shared a brand-new collection of peaceful sleep stories to help you gently unwind.
Wishing you deep rest and sweet dreams tonight!
With love,
Joanne xo
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💛 A Note From My Heart 💛
I’ve gone back and forth about whether to share this here, but my heart felt the need to speak. About a week and a half ago, Emily had a routine follow-up CT scan after her surgery—something we expected would simply confirm that things were moving in the right direction. Instead, a few small spots were noted on her liver, and as a precaution, we were sent for an MRI.
Hearing that news was difficult—it caught us off guard. But we’re holding onto hope and trusting in the steps ahead. We’re incredibly grateful that the doctors are being thorough and proactive, and now we wait for results with cautious optimism and steady hearts.
During this time, I’ve been leaning into quiet moments and gentle things that help bring a little calm. I recently attended a watercolor painting class offered at Wellspring, a wonderful cancer support center near us. I hadn’t picked up a paintbrush since childhood, but something about it felt right. Creating this little painting gave me a peaceful space to reflect and breathe—it’s far from perfect, but it holds a bit of my heart, and I wanted to share it with you.
Thank you for being here—for supporting this little community, and for walking alongside me through life’s twists and turns. Your presence, even in silence, means more than I can say. I’ll share more when I can.
With love,
Joanne xo
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🌙 New Members Only Video is here! ✨
Drift off tonight with a dreamy fairytale just for you Sleepy Eyes! Tonight’s story is The Golden Branch — a gentle, enchanting tale to help you unwind and ease into restful sleep.
Thank you so much for being a Sleepy Eyes member. Your support means the world to me!
Sweet dreams,
Joanne
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New video up! Snuggle in and drift off to 7 hours of gentle bedtime stories—perfect for a full night of peaceful sleep. Hope it brings you deep rest, my dear sleepy friends 💖✨
Sweet dreams...
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💤 New Video Just Dropped! 💤
If you didn’t get the notification, my latest video “3 Gentle Bedtime Stories to Help You Sleep” is now live on the channel!
This one features three soothing tales read in a calm, sleepy tone—perfect for winding down and drifting off. I also included a gentle relaxation at the start to help you settle in. I really hope it brings you some peace and rest tonight. 🥱💕
If you enjoy it, don’t forget to give it a like or share it with someone who could use a little help falling asleep tonight 💤💛
Wishing you the sweetest dreams,
Joanne 🌜✨
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🌙 It’s here! Part 3 of Anne of Green Gables is now live! 📘✨
I’m so happy to share the next dreamy chapter of Anne of Green Gables with you. Whether you're settling in for a cozy evening or drifting off to sleep, I hope this gentle narration brings you comfort and peace. 💫
🛌 Chapters 25–38 await you in this long, soothing sleep story—perfect for bedtime listening.
Thank you for your patience, kind words, and continued support. You mean the world to me! 💗
Now grab a warm blanket, get cozy, and enjoy the story 💤
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🌸 Exciting News! 🌸
I’m so happy to finally share that the 3rd Instalment of Anne of Green Gables is coming this weekend! 🎉
It’s been a long time coming, and I’m down to editing the last two chapters—yay!! Thank you so much for your patience and kindness while I’ve been working away behind the scenes. I truly can’t wait to bring you more of Anne’s adventures, dreamy narration, and peaceful moments to help you drift off. 💖🌙
Stay tuned… it’s almost here! ✨
With love,
Joanne 🌷
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