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A Bedtime Story

Matthew Mitchell

A Bedtime Story is a short-form nightly show featuring a unique tale generated by AI, then edited and performed by Matthew Mitchell.

fiction stories for kids

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2:45

The Cloud Who Dreamed of Being a Hat

A Bedtime Story ·

2025/05/23

Visit the “A Bedtime Story” show website to submit your story ideas for a future episode!High above the bustling world, nestled among its cottony cousins, floated Nimbus—a small, fluffy cloud with dreams as big as the sky. Unlike the others who delighted in drifting and showering rain, Nimbus was tired of his monotonous duty. "What if I could be something else? Something important... like a hat!" he pondered, gazing longingly at people below, their heads adorned with stylish caps, floppy sun hats,

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2:55

The Echo of Silence

A Bedtime Story ·

2025/05/22

Visit the “A Bedtime Story” show website to submit your story ideas for a future episode!In the quaint town of Clary Hollow, thoughts weren’t private musings stored neatly away; they danced in the air like invisible fireflies, buzzing softly into the ears of everyone nearby. From grocery lists to daydreams of distant shores, the town pulsed with an endless hum of cognition. Neighbors knew each other too well, secrets as rare as snowflakes in July.Then arrived Leo.With a battered suitcase and a map

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2:56

The Prince in the Glass Bowl

A Bedtime Story ·

2025/05/21

Visit the “A Bedtime Story” show website to submit your story ideas for a future episode!Mila never thought much about her goldfish, Finn. He was orange, slightly pudgy, and swam in lazy circles around his small glass bowl perched on her windowsill. Life was ordinary—until it wasn’t.It began subtly. The water in Finn’s bowl shimmered faintly under moonlight, casting patterns too intricate for ripples. Mila dismissed it as a trick of the light until she woke one night to soft murmuring. Half asleep,

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2:58

Cycles of Time

A Bedtime Story ·

2025/05/20

Visit the “A Bedtime Story” show website to submit your story ideas for a future episode!Eli had always been curious, but his curiosity often leaned toward the "what-could-possibly-go-wrong?" variety. One rainy afternoon, stuck in his grandmother's basement while she napped upstairs, Eli's restless fingers found the old washing machine—a relic from the 1960s with knobs that clicked and dials that spun with an oddly satisfying resistance."Heavy Duty, Delicate, Normal..." Eli murmured, turning the

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2:56

The Case of the Missing Socks

A Bedtime Story ·

2025/05/19

Visit the “A Bedtime Story” show website to submit your story ideas for a future episode!Whiskers, an unassuming tabby with amber eyes and a penchant for sunbeams, harbored a secret: he possessed the sharp mind of a seasoned detective. His human, Emily, believed he spent his days napping, but Whiskers was an observer—of patterns, peculiarities, and, most recently, a puzzling phenomenon.Every laundry day, Emily would unload the dryer with a furrowed brow, muttering about the "vanishing sock

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3:10

The Day Gravity Took a Break

A Bedtime Story ·

2025/05/18

Visit the “A Bedtime Story” show website to submit your story ideas for a future episode!One Tuesday morning, without warning or fanfare, gravity decided it needed a break. Maybe it was overworked, maybe underappreciated. Regardless, at exactly 7:00 AM, gravity clocked out.Coffee cups floated mid-pour, bewildered cats drifted off countertops with wide, unblinking eyes, and toddlers giggled as they bobbed like balloons, clutching at floating cereal loops. Those who were still sleeping found

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2:49

Waves of Celebration

A Bedtime Story ·

2025/05/17

Visit the “A Bedtime Story” show website to submit your story ideas for a future episode!The crowd erupted in celebration, a tidal wave of cheers, high-fives, and jubilant embraces sweeping through the stadium. Strangers hugged, voices hoarse from shouting, as the team’s victory was sealed with the final whistle. The electric energy was contagious, every face lit up with the shared triumph. Fans poured into the bustling streets, the night alive, painted with the vibrant colors of their beloved

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2:50

The Sentient Spatula

A Bedtime Story ·

2025/05/16

Visit the “A Bedtime Story” show website to submit your story ideas for a future episode!Jenny had always loved Saturday mornings. The comforting sizzle of batter on the griddle, the aroma of fresh coffee mingling with maple syrup—it was her weekly ritual. But nothing could've prepared her for the day her favorite kitchen spatula, a sturdy, slightly melted relic from college days, suddenly spoke."You're flipping them too soon, Jenny. The bubbles on the surface haven’t popped yet. Rookie

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2:40

A Perfect Lunch Break

A Bedtime Story ·

2025/05/15

Visit the “A Bedtime Story” show website to submit your story ideas for a future episode!Emma and Jake decided to break the monotony of their work-from-home routines by taking a lunchtime bike ride. The sky stretched a brilliant cobalt blue, dotted with cotton-soft clouds lazily drifting on a gentle breeze. The midday sun cast a golden hue over everything, warming their skin just enough to feel invigorated but not overheated.They pedaled side by side, their laughter mingling with the rhythmic whir

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3:04

Blood, Sweat, and Spikes

A Bedtime Story ·

2025/05/14

Visit the “A Bedtime Story” show website to submit your story ideas for a future episode!The sun blazed high over the Crescent Beach Courts, casting long shadows across the golden sand. The "Seabreeze Spikers," a tight-knit sand volleyball team known for their relentless spirit, faced off against their archrivals, the "Tidebreak Titans." Every serve, spike, and dig carried the weight of past matches, each team hungry for bragging rights.The set was tied, 19-19, and tension crackled in the salty air

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3:18

The Little Bear’s Big Beach Day

A Bedtime Story ·

2025/05/13

Visit the “A Bedtime Story” show website to submit your story ideas for a future episode!Bella the little bear had been plotting her summertime escape all winter long. As the snow melted and the flowers bloomed she knew it was finally time for the grand adventure: a trip to the beach. Armed with her tiny woven basket packed with honey sandwiches, a bright blue towel, and an alarming amount of sunscreen for someone covered in fur, Bella set off, her furry paws flopping dramatically on the warm

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2:42

Boo the Benevolent

A Bedtime Story ·

2025/05/12

Visit the “A Bedtime Story” show website to submit your story ideas for a future episode!In the quaint town of Willowbrook, nestled between misty hills and sleepy cobblestone streets, there resided a ghost named Boo. Unlike the eerie phantoms found in spooky tales, Boo was as friendly as a warm cup of cocoa on a chilly night. Small, translucent, and perpetually smiling, Boo yearned to be a fearsome haunter like the legends whispered about in ghostly gatherings. Alas, there was one tiny problem—Boo

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2:53

The Menagerie of Lies

A Bedtime Story ·

2025/05/11

Visit the “A Bedtime Story” show website to submit your story ideas for a future episode!In the quaint town of Willowbrook, something peculiar lingered in the air—an enchantment no one could quite explain. Every time someone uttered a small, harmless lie, a tiny, gentle creature appeared nearby. A white lie about liking Aunt Mabel's broccoli casserole? A delightful ladybug might land on your shoulder. Claiming you had finished your homework when you hadn't? Perhaps a friendly earthworm would wriggle

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2:47

The Pawformer's Message

A Bedtime Story ·

2025/05/10

Visit the “A Bedtime Story” show website to submit your story ideas for a future episode!Baxter had always been an extraordinary dog, even if his family didn’t realize it at first. A spunky golden retriever with a penchant for dramatic flair, he loved spinning in circles, leaping over furniture, and striking poses that rivaled professional dancers. The Jenkins family just thought Baxter was unusually energetic—until the day everything changed.It was a sunny Saturday morning when Baxter discovered

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3:04

The Gnome Coaster Chronicles

A Bedtime Story ·

2025/05/09

Visit the “A Bedtime Story” show website to submit your story ideas for a future episode!Deep within the flourishing garden of Elderberry Lane, nestled among vibrant marigolds and towering sunflowers, stood a quirky assembly of garden gnomes. To the human eye, they were mere ornaments—frozen in perpetual grins, wheelbarrows poised mid-roll, fishing rods dangling over still ponds. But when no humans were around, the true magic unfurled.As twilight painted the sky in dusky hues and the last human

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3:10

Titch and the Tree Trunk Treasure Trove

A Bedtime Story ·

2025/05/08

Visit the “A Bedtime Story” show website to submit your story ideas for a future episode!In the bustling world of Maplewood Forest, where squirrels usually prided themselves on having the biggest acorn stash or the fluffiest tail, there lived a squirrel named Titch. Titch, however, was not your average nut-hoarder. His interests were a little... shinier. Acorns? Boring. Walnuts? Meh. But a bottle cap with a slightly reflective surface? Now that was a masterpiece worthy of admiration.One fine autumn

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3:03

The Curious Cloud

A Bedtime Story ·

2025/05/07

Visit the “A Bedtime Story” show website to submit your story ideas for a future episode!Once upon a time, high above the bustling world, there floated a curious little cloud named Nimbus. Day after day, Nimbus drifted across the sky, casting shadows, soaking up sunbeams, and occasionally sprinkling raindrops. But Nimbus grew restless. "Why must I only float?" she pondered, gazing wistfully at the lively world below. "Surely, I could be more than just a cloud."Determined to try something new, Nimbus

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4:46

A Toe-tally Unbelievable Tale

A Bedtime Story ·

2025/05/06

Visit the “A Bedtime Story” show website to submit your story ideas for a future episode!Once upon a laundry day, nestled between the folds of freshly washed towels, a sock named Stripes disappeared without a trace. Stripes was vibrant, adorned with bold blue and green lines, and had once been part of a proud, matching pair. But fate had other plans—or should we say, "sole" intentions.Stripes tumbled through the mysterious vortex hidden in the depths of the dryer—a swirling portal that had swallowed

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3:47

The Keeper of Fractured Time

A Bedtime Story ·

2025/05/05

Visit the “A Bedtime Story” show website to submit your story ideas for a future episode!In the heart of an ancient city, nestled between crumbling alleyways and forgotten streets, stood a peculiar little shop known as The Timeless Nook. Its dusty windows displayed shelves brimming with broken clocks—grandfather clocks with missing pendulums, pocket watches frozen mid-tick, and ornate wall clocks whose hands spun in reverse. Most dismissed it as an eccentric collector's haven, but for Elias Vey, the

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3:10

The Morning After

A Bedtime Story ·

2025/05/04

Visit the “A Bedtime Story” show website to submit your story ideas for a future episode!The faint glow of dawn crept through the blinds, casting streaks of light over an apartment that could only be described as a war zone. Red solo cups perched precariously on windowsills, confetti tangled itself in the shaggy rug, and an ominous stain bloomed on the corner of the beige couch—origin unknown. Amidst the chaos, on a mattress that had been hastily pulled into the living room, lay Samantha and Alex,

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