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Stories from the Borders of Sleep

A semi-regular podcast since March 2011, featuring original stories, fantastic fables and curious tales written and read by your host, Seymour Jacklin. Some are short and some are long, but they aim to take the listener on an imaginative and thought-provoking journey. Aimed at adults but very suitable for children, too.

Sep 29, 2025

What has an ancient yew tree to do when she captures a wanderlust from two passing travellers? Of course, she must go a-roving too, and find her own adventures!


Oct 14, 2024

The new kid at school seems a bit odd, but things are about to get a whole lot stranger. As you put your head on your pillows tonight, I hope this one will take you to another world. And maybe you will wake up tomorrow with a compelling urge to build a den under your desk.


Jun 27, 2024

A tired old sailing ship feels outdated and longs for rest and retirement as she sets off from the port. Her wish is unexpectedly granted but it is a new chapter of life.


Mar 14, 2024

Night time is the time to visit the Cicada Laundrette and meet all kinds of critter characters. Enter the twilight world of washing machines and soap suds under the watchful eye of Mr. Aardvark.


Dec 24, 2023

A heartwarming magical story for the Holidays in the tradition of well-loved Yuletide tales.