Tonight’s bedtime reading is from The Starlight Wonderbook called ‘The City of the Winter Sleep’ by Henry Beston. This delightful tale follows the journey of Princess Theolette, who lives in a city that goes down into slumber during the winter months. According to their law, anyone who tries to escape the winter sleep would receive dreadful penalties. Princess Theolette wants to explore the wonder of winter regardless of this law and the brave princess runs away during the winter sleep and resolves to return before the city awakens to the coming of spring. Will she return to the city on time? Let's find out!So let's get snuggly under the covers and sweet dreams!Attribution:All background music is by https://www.epidemicsound.comIntro: 'Tranquility Lane' by Dawn Dawn DawnSettling In:  'Drift Up' by Amber GlowNarration: 'Imagine Sleep' by Hannah LindgrenBecome a Drift Off Premium member today and receive: intro free listening to all episodes NO ADS or sponsorship announcements 2 monthly bonus episodes get early access and listen first to some podcast episodes ad-free YouTube audiobooks for your enjoyment and relaxation a monthly guided sleep relaxation *You can subscribe via Apple Podcasts OR using the link driftoff.supercast.comYou can also show your support by buying us a coffee. Donations help keep the show going! https://www.buymeacoffee.com/driftoff Content Warning Disclaimer: This podcast is a sleep aid for adults. Most stories may be family friendly, however, adult supervision is required! We recommend that parents/guardians listen to the full episode first to decide whether or not the story is appropriate for their young listener. Safety Disclaimer: Podcast content is for entertainment purposes only and is not meant to be a replacement for medical, psychological or professional counselling. Only listen when you can relax safely.