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Scare You To Sleep

Bloody FM
Ghost Stories
Murder
Supernatural
Halloween
Horror
GHOSTS
Reddit
Death
Mental Health
Trauma
True Horror Stories
Haunted Houses
Horror Stories
Christmas
Supernatural Experiences
Sleep Paralysis
Paranormal Experiences
Isolation
Santa Claus
Relationships

Curl up and relax as I read you a spooky bed time story! Join me in enjoying the soothing, although somewhat unnerving, sounds of all that goes bump in the night.From ghosts in the bayou to serial killers in the 90s, we've got everything you need to be scared to sleep! Get bonus content on Patreon

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Recent Guests

Anna Uusitalo
Author of the story Hide and Seek
Self/Author
Episode: 444. hiDe aNd SeEk
Alex Grass
Author featured in intro/outro promotions
Episode: 442. Odd Egg
Forest Dellorak
Author
Author of Treeline story
Episode: 439. Tales from the Forest
Daniel Dellechiaie
Author of the story and contributor to Dug Up Magazine
Dug Up Magazine
Episode: 435. Deicide begets Hell
Constance Iang
Author of Becoming
Author, Constance Iang
Episode: 430. Unsightly Monster
Mae A. Blaire
Author of the story read on this episode
Author, Mae A. Blaire
Episode: 430. Unsightly Monster
Jon Saks
Author, returns as the guest author for this week's story
Sadistic podcast
Episode: 429. Harold Hughes
Tiffany Haney
Author of the week’s story, known for her previous work, Pride in Tradition.
Episode: 363. The Eye
James Boden
Author of the story 'Into the Black' featured in this episode.
Author of 'Whispers in the Dark, 12 Chilling Tales'
Episode: 334. Into the Black

Host

Shelby Novak
Host of Scare You To Sleep

Reviews

4.7 out of 5 stars from 6.1k ratings
  • Overall amazing podcast.

    I absolutely love falling asleep to your podcast! It scares me to sleep every night!

    Audible
    5
    Mia Lynn
    United States12 days ago
  • My favourite

    Love Shelby’s down to earth personality and talented narration. Listened to every episode twice

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Vixenvoom
    United Kingdoma month ago
  • The voice actor is VERY talented and that made the story more interesting

    Love the stories she writes just wish that there was a way to single those out to listen to them first because they’re always my favorite and always done the best

    Audible
    5
    Anonymous
    United States3 months ago
  • Critters!

    Shelby!!! Girl, well done!! This is my new favorite scary story. I loved every minute.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    jennferd
    United States4 months ago
  • Need another omnibus

    I love scare you to sleep, I’ve been listening for years, and I love the guided nightmares. My favorites are the omnibus collections. They are so good, but there hasn’t been one in a long time. I also couldn’t figure out how to comment anything on here other than a review. So please please please give us a new omnibus. ❤️❤️❤️😴😴😴

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    ahahahaaaaahhh
    United States4 months ago

Listeners Say

Key themes from listener reviews, highlighting what works and what could be improved about the show.

Listeners praise soothing narration and sound design as perfect for nightly listening.
The host's calm, intimate delivery is repeatedly highlighted as a standout feature.
Fans love the mix of original fiction and true-paranormal stories, with high production value.

Chart Rankings

How this podcast ranks in the Apple Podcasts, Spotify and YouTube charts.

Spotify
#46
United States/Fiction
Apple Podcasts
#43
United States/Fiction
Spotify
#50
United Kingdom/Fiction
Apple Podcasts
#77
Canada/Fiction
Apple Podcasts
#119
United Kingdom/Fiction
Apple Podcasts
#72
Australia/Fiction

Talking Points

Recent interactions between the hosts and their guests.

BONUS: Part 2! Even More Questions Comments and Confessions
Q: What is it like having so many strangers feel connected to you?
The host reflects on the comfort and responsibility of parasocial relationships, acknowledging mixed feelings and the mutual sense of connection with listeners.
BONUS: Part 2! Even More Questions Comments and Confessions
Q: Describe your perfect date.
A date involving a beloved activity like browsing a used bookstore together, followed by coffee and potentially a movie, highlighting the host's love of literature and intimate, low-key experiences.
BONUS: Part 2! Even More Questions Comments and Confessions
Q: If you could only watch one horror movie for the rest of your life, what would it be?
Pan's Labyrinth is named as the go-to choice for its beauty and emotional depth, despite debates about its classification as horror.
BONUS: Part 2! Even More Questions Comments and Confessions
Q: If you were a serial killer, what would your style be?
The host declines to commit to a violent persona, citing personal limits and mortality concerns, and expresses that such speculation is not something they would entertain.
BONUS: Part 2! Even More Questions Comments and Confessions
Q: What kind of music are you into, and what was the last artist you went to see live?
The host describes eclectic tastes spanning 90s rap, musicals, and rock; recent live experience included Baby No Money, with a note about enjoying a variety of genres and phases.

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Listeners curl up to a soothing, hush-toned host who reads horror stories and true-paranormal experiences designed to comfort as they unsettle. Episodes blend crafted fiction, reader-submitted horror, and atmospheric sound design, with special segments like guided nightmares and author-led pieces that mix literary horror with intimate storytelling. The show stands out for its calming narration style, high production quality, and a willingness to mix classic literature, Reddit anecdotes, and original fiction into a late-night horror experience that remains accessible and binge-friendly for adults seeking ambiance along with chills.

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1. Anna Uusitalo
2. Alex Grass
3. Forest Dellorak
4. Daniel Dellechiaie
5. Constance Iang
6. Mae A. Blaire
7. Jon Saks
8. Tiffany Haney

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