Bringing Magic to Bedtime Stories
Rune Breinholt Andersen is a passionate storyteller and the creator of BestBedtimeStory.com, a platform dedicated to crafting engaging, soothing, and imaginative bedtime stories for children. With a deep love for storytelling, Rune has made it his mission to help parents and children share magical moments together before drifting off to sleep.
“A great bedtime story is more than just words—it’s a gateway to dreams, a moment of calm, and a bond between parent and child.” – Rune Breinholt Andersen
For Rune, bedtime stories are not just entertainment; they are a way to spark creativity, build positive bedtime routines, and nurture a lifelong love for storytelling. Whether through classic fairytales, adventurous fables, or relaxing sleep stories, his goal is to make bedtime a special experience for every child.
Rune founded BestBedtimeStory.com to provide families worldwide with easy access to high-quality bedtime stories. His stories are designed to:
On the platform, parents can find a wide selection of free bedtime stories, carefully crafted to be engaging and calming at the same time.
Lena pulled the blanket tighter around her shoulders, the cool night air brushing against her skin as she gazed up at the sky. The stars stretched endlessly above her, twinkling like tiny whispers of love, and beside her, Daniel exhaled a content sigh. “Do you...
People came from far away to see the enormous monster by Coco Lake, but no one had actually seen it yet. One day, a boy named Frank was sitting by the lake’s edge when he heard a splash. He sat completely still, and then he saw the monster climb out of the water....
Once upon a time, there was a shy octopus who lived in a quiet corner of the coral reef. It rarely came out, and if it ever ran into someone, it would squeeze into the nearest crevice and hide—because octopuses can fit into places no one else can. One day, the octopus...
Lily had always known that her cat, Mr. Whiskers, was special. He wasn’t just any ordinary feline—there was something mysterious about him. He would disappear for hours and return home without a single speck of dust on his pristine white fur. Sometimes, Lily even...
The rhythmic sound of the train rolling along the tracks was the only thing filling the quiet night. Outside, the world blurred into a watercolor painting of misty mountains and moonlit fields. Inside, warm golden light flickered from overhead lamps, casting a soft...
Tucked away on a quiet cobblestone street, hidden between bustling cafés and old antique stores, was a little bookshop that few noticed. It had no glowing sign, no modern window display—just a wooden door with a tiny golden bell that jingled whenever someone stepped...
In a small, snow-covered town nestled in a valley surrounded by mountains, there stood an old carousel in the center of the square. It was said to be enchanted, spinning only on the coldest winter nights when the stars shone brightest. Holly had grown up hearing...
Arthur loved to fly. Every night, he dreamed of flying around the world. Every morning, he jumped into his plane and zoomed up into the clouds. “Yippee!” he shouted, doing a loop. “This is the best feeling in the world!” There was only one problem. His flying...
One warm day, a thirsty fox was looking for something to drink. Finally, it came across a well at a farm. It stuck its nose over the edge, but the water was far too deep. The fox carefully balanced from side to side, trying to reach the cool, clear water. But even...
On the edge of a quiet seaside town, where waves crashed against jagged cliffs, there stood a towering lighthouse. It had guided sailors for generations, but it was said to hold a secret—a light that shone only for those searching for something they didn’t even know...
Once upon a time, there was a young man named Thomas. One day, he received a horn from his dying father.“Son, it won’t be long before I leave this world,” sighed the old man. “Take this horn. If you hold it to your ear, you can hear what other people are thinking.” A...
Balder was the oldest fire truck at the fire station. He should have been happy because he loved his job. But lately, all the newer fire trucks got to the fires before him. “It’s been so long since I last put out a fire,” Balder told his friend Harry, the helicopter....
Deep in the heart of a bustling city, hidden behind iron gates and overgrown ivy, there lay a secret garden. It was said to only bloom under the light of the full moon, its flowers glowing faintly like tiny lanterns in the dark. Few knew of its existence, but those...
In a distant kingdom surrounded by rolling hills and shimmering lakes, there was a legendary bridge that only appeared on the clearest nights. The Bridge of Eternal Stars, as it was called, stretched across the kingdom’s largest lake, glowing softly with the light of...
In a quiet village surrounded by dense forests, there was a tradition of releasing lanterns into the sky on the first full moon of winter. Each lantern carried a wish, a hope, or a secret. Amidst the glowing lights, a young woman named Lila always released her lantern...
Once upon a time, in a small village nestled between rolling hills and a shimmering lake, there lived a girl named Elara, whose smile could light up even the cloudiest days. Every evening, she would climb the tallest hill in the village and sit under the stars,...
On a sunny day, a grasshopper was happily jumping around in a field. An ant passed by on its way home with some food for its nest. "Come and play with me," called out the grasshopper. "It's far too hot to work. You can gather food another day." "I'm gathering food for...
Once upon a time, there was an old king who had three sons. The two eldest sons were confident and loved to boast, while the youngest was quiet and shy. The king loved all his sons equally and couldn’t decide who should inherit the kingdom when he was gone. So, he...
The little dragon was sitting and reading a book about a wicked man who wore a kind of metal suit and killed dragons with his sword. The little dragon felt both scared and nervous. Just then, it heard some voices. “Oh no!” thought the dragon. “Dragon hunters!” And it...
It was a quiet morning in Adventure Bay when Ryder gathered the Paw Patrol pups at the Lookout. “Good morning, pups! I just got a call from Captain Turbot. He discovered an old treasure map while exploring a shipwreck near Seal Island!” The pups’ eyes lit up with...
It was a sunny morning in Adventure Bay, and the Paw Patrol pups were gathered at the Lookout, excited for the town’s big Balloon Festival. The festival featured colorful hot air balloons, and Mayor Goodway had even arranged a special balloon shaped like Chickaletta!...
In a peaceful mountain village surrounded by rolling green hills, there was a school for young dragons. Every dragon came there to learn to fly, roar, and—most importantly—breathe fire. All of the dragonlings were excited to show off their flames… all except one....
In the heart of a quiet, starry forest lived a small dragon named Luna. She wasn’t like other dragons who breathed fire or hoarded treasure. Luna had shimmering blue scales that glowed softly like moonlight, and instead of fire, she breathed out puffs of silver...
In a distant kingdom surrounded by endless golden sands and sapphire blue skies, there was a legend whispered by travelers and sung by desert nomads—the legend of Solara, the golden dragon. Solara was said to be as radiant as the morning sun, with wings that shimmered...
Long ago, hidden beyond the forest of forgotten songs, there stood a mysterious peak known as Whispering Mountain. Legends spoke of a mighty silver dragon who lived at its summit—guarding an ancient secret known only to the winds. Many travelers had ventured there,...
Once upon a time, in a hidden valley surrounded by misty mountains, there lived a small but fearless dragon named Ember. Unlike the other dragons who loved to hoard treasure and breathe fire for fun, Ember had a different dream—he wanted to become a guardian of the...
It was a calm, moonlit night in Bikini Bottom, but SpongeBob SquarePants wasn’t feeling sleepy. Instead, he was sitting in bed, staring at his jellyfish net with a thoughtful smile. “I wonder what the jellyfish are up to tonight,” he mused. Suddenly, a familiar...
It was a peaceful night in Pallet Town. The stars twinkled in the sky, and the soft hum of crickets filled the air. Ash and Pikachu had spent the day training hard, and now Ash was fast asleep in his room. But Pikachu couldn’t sleep—he felt restless, like something...
Once upon a time, in a peaceful valley by a sparkling river, there lived a peacock known far and wide for his dazzling feathers. Every morning, as the sun rose, the peacock would strut along the riverbank, spreading his tail into a magnificent fan of shimmering blues,...
In a small, colorful village where the skies always shimmered in shades of pink and blue, there lived a joyful little adventurer named Poopey. Poopey was known far and wide for his wild imagination, a backpack full of odd treasures, and his ability to turn any boring...