Discover our ’10-Minute Bedtime Stories for Adults’ tag, featuring a curated selection of quick, engaging tales perfect for a brief nighttime read. These stories are designed to fit into your busy schedule, providing a moment of escapism and relaxation before sleep, all within a concise, 10-minute format.
The Man Who Planted Trees is a beautiful and inspiring tale written by French author Jean Giono. It was first published in 1953. His calming and inspiring pace is perfect for relaxing and being inspired to do better. Here is a short retelling. In 1913, a year marked by grace, I found myself journeying through … Read more
This short story explores the nature of human emotions, empathy, vulnerability, and the societal pressures on women regarding their feelings and expressions of love. The narrative uses magical realism to tell a tale where a man finds a living, pulsing heart on the street and takes it upon himself to find its owner, believing it … Read more
A woman’s vanity leads to ruin after losing a borrowed necklace, only to discover its shocking, life-altering secret too late. This story is an adaptation of The Necklace by Guy de Maupassant. Enjoy Reading Maddie was that stunning, effortlessly charming girl who, by some twist of fate, found herself born into a middle-class family. Lacking … Read more
This is a modern take on The Last Leaf – a fresh, conversational retelling of O. Henry’s classic, blending heartfelt drama with relatable, vivid storytelling. Enjoy In this little corner west of Washington Square, the streets are like a wild maze. They twist and turn, breaking up into these quirky dead-ends called “places.” There’s even … Read more
An Angel in Disguise is a short story by T.S. Arthur. The story is a heartwarming tale about kindness, compassion, and the transformative power of love. Here is my retelling of the story. In the small, worn-down hut at the village’s edge, tragedy had struck. A mother, long lost to her battles with vice and … Read more
Once upon a time, in the small village lulled by the gentle murmur of the Tálamo River, stood an ancient library, built with stone and cedar wood, called “The Library of Dreams.” It was a magical place where books seemed to breathe and whisper stories to those seeking refuge in its tranquil warmth. In charge … Read more
This adaptation of the Grimm Brothers’ Master Thief brings the fairytale into the modern era, featuring a tech-savvy mastermind navigating a world of high-stakes heists. One afternoon, an elderly couple was taking a break outside their modest, urban apartment, catching their breath from the day’s work. Out of nowhere, a sleek, electric car pulled up … Read more
This is a modern adaptation of O. Henry’s Mammon and the Archer that reveals the power of money to create opportunities and orchestrate events, even in love, while still leaving room for fate and the timeless interventions of Cupid, albeit unseen, to weave their magic. Tony Rockwall, a self-made millionaire from his venture, Rockwall’s Universal … Read more
The Kiss by Anton Chekhov is a short story that intricately explores themes of loneliness, the longing for connection, and the transformative power of a single, unexpected moment. Here is a retelling. Enjoy At 8 p.m. on May 20th, all six units of the N—- Reserve Artillery Brigade made a pit stop in Myestetchki village, … Read more
A modern twist on Wilde’s short story: Hughie’s charm can’t buy love or success, but an act of kindness turns his fortunes in unexpected ways. In today’s world, being wealthy is often seen as the only ticket to a life of charm and romance. The notion that love and adventure are reserved for the rich, … Read more