The Blue Castle | Relaxing Bedtime Story by L.M. Montgomery

Tonight on Chapter & Pillow, we are diving into chapter 1 of L.M. Montgomery's cozy 1926 classic, The Blue Castle.Most people know Montgomery for Anne of Green Gables, but this book is special because it was her only novel written specifically for adults. We meet Valancy Stirling, a quiet woman living an ordinary life in a small Canadian town. Her days are heavily restricted by her demanding family, but she survives it all by escaping into her own beautiful imagination: a secret dreamworld all her own that she calls her "Blue Castle." It is a wonderful, comforting story about finding the quiet courage to change your life when you feel stuck.This soft, ad-free narration features slow pacing to help you quiet your thoughts, let go of the day, and drift off naturally.Behind the Story: L.M. Montgomery actually used the real-world natural environment to cope with her own immense personal loneliness and difficult family life. Just like her character Valancy, Montgomery spent her days writing in a journal about how much she longed for freedom, and she found her deepest peace while walking quietly through the woods or looking at the night sky.Send us Fan MailSupport the showAbout Chapter & PillowChapter & Pillow: Where Stories Drift Into Sleep brings you classic bedtime stories that I carefully select to help you leave your day behind and drift peacefully to sleep. No AI-just calm stories by a human voice.💌 Stay in touch: Have a public-domain story request, suggestion, or just want to say hello? Write anytime at [email protected].⭐ Enjoying the show? A rating or review is a simple way to help other listeners discover Chapter & Pillow, and I would be so grateful for your support..Thank you for spending part of your night with me. So close your eyes, settle in, and have the sweetest of dreams. I'll “see” you next time. Kathleen 🌙