Bedtime Mystery

Elmer's life is pretty good, but his house is infested with mysterious creatures! Nothing too scary here, just a sweet, loving tale that’s set in the Halloween season, with a gentle hint of mystery and a satisfying, uplifting conclusion. At just about 3,000 words, it’s ideal for reading aloud. Adults will enjoy it as much as children. Appropriate for all ages.

Can this tale that my Pinnochi chair tells spell trouble for a certain someone? My Pinnochi chair has a secret, but how is the secret going to benefit us? Just how true is this Pinnochi one page short story?

Re-written and Updated: April 2023. Jennifer works alone, but this latest assignment has her working with a British MI6 operative in Hong Kong. What happens when two highly charged spies entangle both on the job and in bed? Betrayal, explicit romance, and danger. Short-read excitement. Mission: Extract a British double agent from Hong Kong. Sometimes, things don't go as planned on the job, or in the bedroom. Short story for Adults. Story Keywords: betrayal romance espionage sexpionage spy relationships adventure book series short stories for adults

Adam and his sister, Leila, are Nons—second-class citizens, living under the Permitted ruling class. Though their life in the Stone City is filled with family, stories, and music, they must carefully follow the rules, have all paperwork on hand, and never, ever do anything to anger a Permitted. When their father unexpectedly dies, they are even restricted in how they are allowed to grieve.

When Gabby Perez is almost drugged at a nightclub, she decides to take action. Teaming up with a mysterious stranger known as X, the two go after a gang who is drugging and kidnapping innocent girls off the Miami streets and forcing them into prostitution. As their search deepens, Gabby and X can't ignore their undeniable attraction to each other. Then Gabby discovers the truth about who X really is and the danger that surrounds him. Can their love survive the light of day?

In the heart of Green Meadow Farm lies a quaint barnyard bustling with life and filled with a cast of colorful characters. At its center is Farmer Brown, a kind-hearted steward of the land, who finds himself facing an unexpected challenge when a series of mysterious events unfold. Henrietta, the plump red hen known for her prized eggs, discovers one fateful morning that her nest is empty, sparking a barnyard-wide search for the missing eggs.

Dive into an enchanting underwater world where adventure awaits at every turn in "The Lost Mermaid: A Seafoam Mystery." Join Sarah, a brave and determined mermaid of Seafoam Bay, and her loyal companions Finn and Captain Seashell on an epic journey to uncover the secrets of the ocean and save Triton's Kingdom from darkness.

Grandfather's bedtime stories aren't as innocent as they seem. But those dark tales could be a young man's only hope. Now to transform the onset of events, he must alter the past. A key found on a body floating in the river leads to a formula that can create a device to change the events of time. A hidden secret granting freedom from the life he's lived in a small river town leads to the boundless power of his mind.

"The Haunted House on the Lake" is a captivating bedtime storybook that takes young readers on an enchanting journey into a world of mystery and magic. Set against the backdrop of a picturesque lakeside town, the story unfolds with rich detail and vivid imagery, drawing readers into a realm where secrets lurk in every shadow and adventure awaits around every corner.

Enter the chilling world of Hailie's Scary Doll, where every minute is a journey into darkness and suspense. In this captivating children's short story collection, listeners will embark on a spine-tingling adventure alongside Hailie and her best friend, Max, as they unravel the mysteries surrounding a sinister doll with a haunting past.

Melvin's lucky fluffy dice are missing. Without them, he can't drive his bus. How will his passengers get around town? Who need so much extra luck? This sounds like a case for the High-Rise Private Eyes - Case #006, to be exact, the case of the fidgety fox.

Join Emily and her friends on an enchanting journey through the heart of the forest in "The Mystery of the Moonstone." As they uncover the secrets of a powerful relic known as the moonstone, they must navigate ancient legends, face daring challenges, and confront a dark force that threatens the harmony of their magical world. In this captivating collection of fifteen tales, each chapter unfolds with rich sensory details and vivid imagery, immersing young listeners in a world filled with lush forests, mystical creatures, and thrilling adventures.

Cecilia feels uneasy in her new home. Something ominous lurks out of sight. Mostly, it stays hidden in the basement. But one night, it calls to Cecilia. Will Cecilia uncover the truth about the phantom or remain haunted by the mysteries of the basement?

When dreams turn to nightmares. It was just an old bed, bought for the spare room. Except that a hundred years earlier a witch called Rose slept in it. Now Rose's unhappy spirit comes as part of the deal. An angry ghost comes with the bed. That's not what you'd call a bargain.

Welcome to the in-between world, where the living go when they are fast asleep and where ghosts hang out when they have unfinished business. Visitors who come to the in-between world can confront their fears or see a loved one who has recently left the world of the living. Luckily, anyone who visits the in-between world can face their fears and anxieties with friends at their side. In the in-between world, anything is possible, especially Skeletina, a fun-loving, fearless little girl who lives in there.

A Short Story for Adults: An international organization is accused of misleading U.S. Congressmen and other world elected officials to attend a private climate change conference, only to learn the event was a sex party for devil worshipers. Jennifer, one of the top-performing Sexpionage Agents for the Agency, is called in when it is determined the organization has ties to wealthy International businessmen. Will Jennifer get to the bottom of whose blackmailing U.S. Congressmen? An adult bedtime story with a twist of erotica behavior with International Crime and Mystery. As usual, sex, ...

The eighth book of Bill Myers' Forbidden Doors series takes Becka Williams and her boyfriend, Rick Riordan, to the set of a vampire movie, where the lead actress is in need of help after being attacked by what she claims is a real vampire. At first Becka is skeptical, but various occurrences and sightings of her own begin to make her wonder if one of the undead is truly terrorizing Transylvania.

Bedtime Story for Adults: sex, drama, and mystery. Sometimes when espionage is not enough, the intelligence community reverts to sexpionage. An easier way to get information. Jennifer is one of the agency’s top sexpinonage operatives. She can get information when no other spies can. It is human nature. It is sex. This short read surrounds a special operation in Singapore involving a government-issued laptop breach when going through airport security. Her handler betrays Jennifer after heated sexual pleasures. The mission is safe. The task is dangerous. A lot is at stake for the government...

Meet Ellie and Ace! Soon to be… Nearly… Just about… World-famous detectives! Well, almost. Any day now, if they solve enough cases. And good news! They are on a case now. Someone is causing trouble all over their small town of Huckleberry Springs. Each night, the troublemaker strikes - breaking into houses, spilling garbage, and stealing toys. Nobody knows who the culprit is, but everyone blames someone else. Ellie and Ace have to solve the mystery fast – before their neighbors go to war. Ellie could smell the mystery in the air. She could also smell a lot of knocked-over garbage. She and Ace had a job to do, and they had better do it fast. “Are you ready, Ace?” Ace barked and tightened his collar. It was go time! Girl detective Ellie and her dog pal Ace are on the case. Can they catch the bedtime bandit? Read to find out!

The Princess with Rose Colored Hair is a children's book full of hope and wonder. The princess longs to marry the sweet, lowly English man from the village. Her father does not approve. She must find a way out of the castle. If only she could go in a disguise and marry her sweet, true love.