Stories for coming closer
A little doorway into wonder.
Auntie M’s unusual bedside stories stretch young imaginations and send little dreamers toward pleasant dreams.
Meet Auntie M
For bedtime, quiet time, and all the questions that begin with “what if?”
A warm place for families, teachers, librarians, and little readers to find their next imaginative moment.
Meet Auntie M
Remembering the woman behind the stories.
About the Author
Emma Jean Miles — “Auntie M”
July 7, 1957 – April 10, 2021
Emma Jean Miles was lovingly known as “Auntie M.” She was born July 7, 1957, and passed away April 10, 2021.
Auntie M’s Unusual Bedside Stories makes imaginative, entertaining books for children and the grown-ups who make reading feel like home. Bedtime is a chance to pause, wonder together, and give a busy day a gentle ending.
These stories stretch children’s imaginations while keeping the emotional weather warm—inviting questions, giggles, and connection.
Current paperback stories are a natural fit for ages 4–8 and read-aloud time. They also make thoughtful gifts for grandparents, caregivers, teachers, librarians, and anyone who wants to put a little wonder into a child’s hands.
In Loving Memory of Emma Jean Miles
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Choose your next unusual story.
Browse the covers, read a little about each title, and leave plenty of room for your own imagination.
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Auntie M's Unusual Bedside Stories, Dreamy Nights and Holiday Delights: A Christmas Wish for the Winter Star
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Story 04
The Gift of the Snowflake: Auntie M's Unusual Bedside Stories Dreamy Nights and Holiday Delights
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Story 05
Auntie M's Unusual Bedsides Stories: That Stretch the Imagination and Provoke Pleasant Dreams
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Storytime
Make a little room for magic.
Bring a book to a cozy corner, let your child choose a favorite voice, and pause to ask, “What do you imagine happens next?”
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Set the scene
Dim the lights, gather a blanket, and make the ordinary feel a little special.
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Wonder aloud
Trade guesses, notice tiny details, and give big imaginations plenty of room.
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Teachers & Libraries
Bring an unusual story to your circle.
A warm invitation for educators, daycare providers, homeschool families, librarians, schools, and children’s organizations looking for imaginative read-aloud moments.
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