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Disappointing Bedtime Stories

By: Erin Yilmaz
Narrated by: Art Brown
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Overview:

Tired of the same old happy-ever-after bedtime routines? Ready for a playful way to add a twist to your child’s nighttime ritual? Disappointing Bedtime Stories is here to help you pull off the ultimate parental prank. This quirky collection of 12 offbeat, underwhelming tales is available in both audiobook and eBook formats—perfect for a light-hearted surprise that’ll leave your kids both bemused and amused.

Why You’ll Love It:

12 Unforgettable (and Disappointing) Stories: Each tale is designed to subvert your child’s expectations with a twist that is as funny as it is disappointing.

Dual Format Fun: Whether you prefer listening together as a family or reading aloud from your device, the audiobook and eBook formats make it easy to incorporate these stories into your bedtime routine.

The Perfect Prank for Parents: Looking for a mischievous way to mix up story time? These hilariously anticlimactic tales are guaranteed to get a giggle out of both you and your kids (after the initial groans, of course).

A Refreshing Take on Bedtime: For families who love a bit of irony and enjoy breaking the mold of traditional fairy tales, this collection offers a new way to wind down the day.

Behind the Stories:

I’ve spent countless hours studying all of the most disappointing and irritating storytelling elements that readers often encounter and dislike—from anti-climactic twists, deus ex machina resolutions, ambiguous or abrupt endings, to cliffhangers and unresolved mysteries. By examining these familiar pitfalls, I’ve crafted each story to intentionally incorporate these traits, transforming them into a humorous and deliberately underwhelming experience. The result is a collection that playfully mocks conventional storytelling tropes and delivers a delightfully disappointing twist every time.

Product Details:

Format: Available as both an Audiobook and an eBook

Number of Stories: 12 deliberately underwhelming tales

Duration: 53 minutes

Genre: short bedtime stories, humorous and ironic tales, unconventional bedtime narratives

A Note from the Author:

Designed for parents looking to add a touch of mischief to bedtime, these stories offer a playful twist on the classic narrative. Thank you for choosing this collection to create a memorable—and mischievously disappointing—bedtime experience for your little ones.

Ready to Prank Bedtime?

Turn your usual bedtime routine on its head with Disappointing Bedtime Stories. Whether you’re looking to share a laugh or set the stage for a surprising twist at night, these 12 stories are your secret weapon for a bedtime that’s anything but ordinary.

©2025 Erin Yilmaz (P)2025 Erin Yilmaz
Anthologies & Short Stories Bedtime & Dreaming Fairy Tales, Folk Tales & Myths Literature & Fiction Witty
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