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Scare You To Sleep

Bloody FM
Trauma
Ghosts
Third Man Factor
Relationships
Food Revenge
Spooky Stories
Culinary Arts
Office Etiquette
Ernest Shackleton
Mental Health
Guardian Angels
Supernatural Experiences
Death
Antarctic Exploration
Reddit Stories
Psychological Horror
Space Exploration
Abuse
Will Trent
Haunted Houses

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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Terrifying true tales from around the world, all told through vintage news articles!

70 ft. Creature/Woman Married to Ghost/Hair Tumor:

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The People Who Live in My House written by Jay Adair www.jayadairwriting.com/

Cut written by Matthew N Clarke mnclarke-shortstories.com/

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Questions, comments, and confessions sent in anonymously by listeners

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A very normal tale of witchcraft...

Dear Geoffrey written by Shelby Novak

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Recent Guests

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; known for soothing narration and curated horror stories.

Reviews

4.7 out of 5 stars from 6k ratings
  • Such a lovely voice, with great range of stories. Horror fiction, true crime, and even a kids range. Absolutely love it

    Podchaser
    5
    echotonix
    a month ago
  • Nice to listen

    She has a nice voice! So calming! Love it! I’m here from let’s not meet. Loving it so far 🤗♥️👏🏼

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    xoninaaaa
    United Statesa month ago
  • Love the listener and Reddit stories

    I love the listener and Reddit stories. Couldn’t care less for the others just mark them as played.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    SierraBre
    United States2 months ago
  • Only good things

    This podcast has everything you could want in a horror-themed listening experience: fictional stories, true stories, historical tales, and my personal favorites are her original stories that she writes herself and her Dark Reddit compilations. Shelby works so hard to put everything together and her voice is both soothing and compelling. I love everything about the show and will always come back for more.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    silversaltwater
    United States2 months ago
  • Hire

    Just wanted to leave a tip to usual great show, the last episode had two characters speaking, get two speakers. The narratation is hard to separate, combines and gets distracting.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Hyrum666
    United States3 months ago

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Fans note high production quality and a varied mix of fiction, true stories, and folklore.
Ads in the middle of episodes are sometimes disruptive for some listeners.
The host is described as supportive and engaging, with many listeners returning weekly for new episodes.
The community appreciates the approachable, one‑person production vibe and occasional personal reflections.
Listeners consistently praise the host's calming, hypnotic voice and storytelling craft.

Chart Rankings

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Spotify
#48
United States/Fiction
Apple Podcasts
#48
United States/Fiction
Spotify
#50
United Kingdom/Fiction
Apple Podcasts
#59
Canada/Fiction
Apple Podcasts
#78
United Kingdom/Fiction
Apple Podcasts
#43
Australia/Fiction

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Recent interactions between the hosts and their guests.

BONUS: Questions, Comments, and Confessions!
Q: Do you hold any spiritual beliefs?
I'm a skeptic who believes in manifesting and synchronicities, but I don't align with organized religion; I'm curious about higher powers and past lives but not dogmatic about them.
BONUS: Questions, Comments, and Confessions!
Q: What is your writing process like for a new story?
I start with a seed idea, jot it in notes, outline, and then let it marinate for a long time; I keep an evolving outline with scenes I may or may not use, and I revise as the story develops.
BONUS: Questions, Comments, and Confessions!
Q: Would you consider dating a fan long distance?
Long-distance relationships can work with a tangible, in-person meeting eventually, but I would need to meet someone in person to seriously commit.
BONUS: Questions, Comments, and Confessions!
Q: Do you plan more Guided Nightmares or other interactive formats?
Yes, there will be more Guided Nightmares. I'm balancing time and energy, but I'm actively working on making them happen and asking for ideas on situations to explore.
BONUS: Questions, Comments, and Confessions!
Q: What are your favorite sounds?
I love quiet, intimate sounds, like the chewing of gum or small mouth noises, because they feel soothing and generate a strong sensory memory for me, even though they can be polarizing for others.

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A soothing horror storytelling show that blends bed­-time narration with eerie tales, true stories, and curated Reddit horror. Listeners consistently praise the host's calming, hypnotic voice, the high production quality, and the varied mix of fiction, true experiences, and dark folklore. Occasional mid‑episode ads are noted as a distraction by some, but the overall experience remains a trusted, comforting source of spooky content for adults who want atmospheric scares before sleep. The format-specific strengths include intimate storytelling, thoughtful sound design, and a welcoming creator persona that fans often describe as engaging and supportive.

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