The Drowsy Raven

Brock Shipley
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Welcome to The Drowsy Raven — a resting place for literary souls. Here, classic tales and timeless poems are read in soft, whispered tones to soothe your mind and lull you into sleep. From the haunting verses of Edgar Allan Poe to quiet musings from forgotten pages, each episode offers a moment of stillness, shadow, and story. Whether you're a lover of literature, a dreamer in need of calm, or simply someone seeking a gentle voice in the night — you’re in the right place. Settle in. Close your eyes. Let the raven read you to sleep. All Rights Reserved

Episodes

  1. 04/07/2025

    Whimsical Poems & Stories to Fall Asleep To | Soft Spoken Readings of Keats, Dickinson, Wilde & More

    Let your mind drift into dreamlike landscapes with this gentle collection of whimsical and fantastical poems and stories, softly read to help you fall asleep, relax, or study in peace. This episode of The Drowsy Raven features classic works by beloved authors — including John Keats, Emily Dickinson, Oscar Wilde, Sara Teasdale, and Edgar Allan Poe. These soft-spoken readings invite you into gardens of silence, twilight journeys, and tender moments shaped by wonder and memory. 🕯️ Featured Works: • Ode to a Nightingale – John Keats Performed by Tom Beecher • The Selfish Giant – Oscar Wilde Performed by liebou.vo • There Will Come Soft Rains – Sara Teasdale Performed by Sammy Kim • Because I could not stop for Death – Emily Dickinson Performed by Emily Morse-Lee • The Nightingale and the Rose – Oscar Wilde Performed by Trynitybyrd • Dream-land – Edgar Allan Poe Performed by Gareth Murden Perfect for bedtime, deep rest, or quiet contemplation. Subscribe for more whispered classics, ambient storytelling, and literary sleep episodes from The Drowsy Raven. Huge shoutout to the performers and voice actors for this episode! Please show them some love: Sammy Kim Website: https://sammykimva.carrd.co/ Bluesky: @sammykimvo.bsky.social Twitter: @SammyKimVA Emily Morse-Lee Website: emilymlVO.com Bluesky: TheRealGChu.bksy.social IMDB: https://www.imdb.com/name/nm3839419/ Gareth Murden Website: https://www.gareth-murden.com/ Trynitybyrd TikTok:@Psych.edel IG: psychedelic_voices Tom Beecher liebou.vo

    40 min

  2. 03/27/2025

    Grimm Fairy Tales to Study or Fall Asleep To

    Tonight on The Drowsy Raven, we wander deep into the forest of forgotten dreams, where ancient fairy tales drift like fog between the trees. This soft spoken reading features selected tales from the Brothers Grimm — whispered in a gentle voice, with ambient sounds to guide you into rest. These are not the polished fairy tales of childhood, but the quiet, strange originals: filled with enchantment, loss, transformation, and love. 🕯️ Stories in this episode include: The Twelve BrothersThe Juniper TreeThe Frog King or Iron HeinrichThe Six SwansPerfect for bedtime, deep focus, meditation, or anyone who finds comfort in old stories softly told. Subscribe for more literary sleep stories, gothic ambiance, and soft narration from The Drowsy Raven.

    46 min

  3. 03/23/2025

    Poe Stories To Fall Asleep To

    Soft Spoken Reading of “The Raven” and More Poe Stories to Fall Asleep To | Soft Spoken Readings for Sleep, Study, or Relaxation Welcome to The Drowsy Raven, where timeless tales whisper you to rest. In this first episode, I softly read a collection of Edgar Allan Poe's most haunting and beautiful works — perfect for sleep, calm focus, or late-night literary escapes. 🕯️ Featured Works: The RavenAnnabel LeeA Dream Within a DreamThe Sleeper These stories and poems are read in a calm, gentle voice with subtle ambient background — ideal for falling asleep, relaxing after a long day, or simply enjoying the poetry of darkness. Whether you're a fan of classic literature, a lover of gothic vibes, or just someone looking to drift into dreams, let The Drowsy Raven guide you there. 🌑 Subscribe for more soft-spoken literature, bedtime stories, and ambient audio for sleep.

    17 min
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About

Welcome to The Drowsy Raven — a resting place for literary souls. Here, classic tales and timeless poems are read in soft, whispered tones to soothe your mind and lull you into sleep. From the haunting verses of Edgar Allan Poe to quiet musings from forgotten pages, each episode offers a moment of stillness, shadow, and story. Whether you're a lover of literature, a dreamer in need of calm, or simply someone seeking a gentle voice in the night — you’re in the right place. Settle in. Close your eyes. Let the raven read you to sleep. All Rights Reserved

Information

  • Creator
    Brock Shipley
  • Years Active
    2023 - 2025
  • Episodes
    3
  • Rating
    Clean
  • Copyright
    © rbsStudios
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    The Drowsy Raven