Meet Your Host
Annie
Hi, I’m Annie — and I started The Quiet Corner Bedtime Stories because I’ve always believed in the magic of storytelling: the way a beautifully written tale can slow the world down, bring comfort, and create a moment of peace at the end of a long day.
Sharing these classic stories with you has become one of my greatest joys. Knowing that a gentle reading might help you unwind, relax, or drift off to sleep fills me with so much warmth and purpose.
Here in The Quiet Corner, I read the stories I’ve treasured for years — from L.M. Montgomery and Louisa May Alcott to Arthur Conan Doyle, Jane Austen, Tilly Aston, and many more. Each episode is created with soft narration, thoughtful pacing, and a deep love of timeless classic literature.
Where am I from?
I’m based in Australia, on the beautiful NSW South Coast — a peaceful place that inspires the calm and cosy spirit of this podcast.
Meet Amon
From time to time, you may also hear my husband, Amon, join me for special readings. He has a particular love for Sherlock Holmes and enjoys bringing Sir Arthur Conan Doyle’s worlds to life when he appears.
Together — and sometimes solo — the goal is always the same: to offer you a quiet corner of comfort, calm, and classic storytelling.
Thank you for being here — and sweet dreams.
At The Quiet Corner Bedtime Stories, we share a wide range of classic tales — from gentle and nostalgic to curious, mysterious, and occasionally dark.
While most episodes are comforting and cosy, we sometimes wander into the stranger corners of classic literature, particularly during special themed episodes such as Halloween or Friday the 13th.
To help you choose stories that suit your mood or bedtime routine, we’ve created a simple listening guide:
🌙 Cozy
Gentle stories with warm, comforting themes. Suitable for all listeners and perfect for drifting off to sleep.
⚠️ Sensitive Themes
Stories that touch on topics like grief, loss, or emotional distress.
Still bedtime-friendly, but may not suit every listener.
🔪 Dark or Disturbing
Stories with darker content, including horror, psychological themes, or violence.
These episodes are usually part of special releases and always include a content warning at the beginning.
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Artwork
The artwork for The Quiet Corner Bedtime Stories is created by my family.
The podcast logo — along with much of our episode cover art — was designed by Rose Bernie, a qualified graphic designer (and my daughter). Rose also creates custom artwork and takes commissions. You can view her work on Instagram
Some episode cover art is also created by KimarZuru — my son — whose illustrations bring a unique and imaginative touch to the podcast. He also takes commissions and can be contacted through his website.
All stories shared on The Quiet Corner Bedtime Stories are drawn from the public domain.
The music featured in each episode is carefully selected from Pixabay or Uppbeat, helping to create the calm, soothing atmosphere that accompanies our readings.
