Nightshelf: Sleep Stories
Classics & AI tales read aloud
About
Listen to classic and original fiction read aloud with customizable ambient sounds and a sleep timer. Save stories for later and pick up where you left off. Create personalized stories with AI.
What's New in Nightshelf
1.9.11
October 10, 2026
Ten ElevenLabs narrators for English stories with Nightshelf Pro, with accent labels and free voice previews. Spanish, French, German, Italian and Brazilian Portuguese stories use voices installed on your iPhone. Saved narrator choices carry over to new ElevenLabs voices: Nova becomes Lucia, Fable becomes Ellis, Onyx becomes Alden, and Shimmer becomes Clara. These are new voices; preview their accents and delivery to find your favorite. A refreshed Home brings six daily Featured picks, a more prominent story writer, and matching action cards. Swipe down to close the reader. Improved reading position, scrolling, pause and resume, and larger-text narrator choices make listening easier. If narration is interrupted, retry or continue with an iPhone voice without losing your place. Clearer AI permissions and more consistent narrator playback levels.
MoreSubscriptions & In-App Purchases
Nightshelf Pro (Monthly)
The whole shelf and cloud narrators. Billed monthly.
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FAQ
What is Nightshelf?
Nightshelf is an app that reads classic and original fiction aloud, featuring a sleep timer, ambient sounds, and personalized story creation. It offers a library of 77 classic volumes and ten AI-written Originals.
Does Nightshelf have ads?
No, Nightshelf does not contain advertisements. The app prioritizes a user experience free from distractions.
How much does Nightshelf Pro cost?
Nightshelf Pro is available through a monthly subscription for $4.99 or an annual subscription for $29.99, which includes a 7-day free trial.
Can I use Nightshelf offline?
Yes, you can use the on-device narrator to read bundled stories without needing an internet connection. Cloud narration and story creation require an internet connection.
What kind of stories are available on Nightshelf?
Nightshelf offers a diverse library including novels, fairy tales, mysteries, myths, and short stories from classic authors like Jane Austen and Charles Dickens, as well as original AI-written fiction.
How does Nightshelf handle privacy?
Nightshelf has clear privacy choices, requiring no account and offering on-device narration for local playback. Optional cloud features send minimal data for functionality, with user consent.
What devices does Nightshelf support?
Nightshelf is currently supported on iPhones. The app was last updated on September 22, 2026.
What is the age rating for Nightshelf?
Nightshelf has an age rating of 17+. Some traditional tales may contain frightening scenes or dated language, which descriptions help users choose.
