Voice Within: A Storybook by Storytellers

Falling doesn’t always mean failing, sometimes it’s the first honest step towards stability. We welcome you into Voice Within, then step back so Chris James (CJ) Melchizedek can narrate his own powerful piece from edition three, “The Gift of Descent”, a lyrical blend of memoir, mysticism, and hard-won psychological truth. CJ writes from the “autumn” of life, looking at what it means to achieve goals that no one else can see, and why those wins only matter when we can actually live them. He r...

Have a taste of this mesmerizing narrative, Chris-James (CJ) Melchizedek channels the voice of an ancient tree spirit delivering a profound love letter to humanity. What if trees could speak? What ancient wisdom might they share about our forgotten connection to them? The tree spirit takes us back hundreds of thousands of years to when the first humans encountered trees as "towering streaks of light." With beautiful, lyrical language, we witness the birth of a remarkable symbiosi...

What begins as a simple letter to a season unfolds into a profound meditation on life, death, resilience, and renewal in John Shuttleworth's masterfully crafted "Dear Autumn." Narrated by the author himself, this piece transcends mere seasonal observation to capture the bittersweet essence of autumn as it stands on the precipice of winter's approach. Shuttleworth's sensory-rich prose transports listeners between two worlds—the autumn beaches of Australia with their salt air and tide-washed s...

Subscribe today and support the author's artform of storytelling. What if a simple family outing could transform into an epic adventure laden with the magic of nature and profound familial bonds? Join us as we share the enchanting tale of Vim and their journey to a mystical waterfall, as narrated by Lee Rickwood. This isn’t just a birthday celebration; it’s a celebration of love, courage, and the invigorating thrill of leaping into the unknown. Feel the vibrant energy of the sparkling s...

Finding joy during difficult times might seem impossible, but this episode offers a gentle reminder of our power to choose positivity regardless of external circumstances. Through Nick Vale's beautifully crafted piece from Affirmations Publishing House, we explore practical wisdom for maintaining inner light when the world feels dark. Even peaceful communities haven't been immune to the stress and uncertainty of recent years. Yet within these challenges lies an opportunity to transform our p...

Have you ever found yourself in deep conversation with the voice inside your head? Simona Rosa takes us on a mesmerizing journey through her 2019 poem "The Internalist," created during a period of profound solitude in Bellingen, New South Wales. Written before motherhood transformed her life, this poem emerged from four years of being single and traveling alone—a time when Simona discovered that "the internalist is your best friend, which is basically you." Through the poetic technique of an...

A poem to ignite the feminine and masculine within us and around us all. As we cozy up with a warm cup of tea, we uncover the heartfelt inspiration behind "Dear Sister, Dear Brother," a piece that speaks to the core of self-belief and empowerment. We navigate the societal pressures of being a woman, and a man. We acknowledge the inherent strength, beauty, and challenges faced by women, while turning a compassionate eye towards the challenges faced by men; the creativity and power of men is se...

Step into the enchanting world of storytelling with Samantha Rose, a captivating Sydney-born writer and storyteller whose nature-inspired narratives redefine the storytelling experience. Samantha's tales, drawn directly from the natural world, sparkle with spontaneity and ephemeral beauty, offering a sensory experience that transcends traditional creative writing methods. Join our heartfelt conversation as Samantha reveals her unique creative process, where stories are spoken aloud, born amid...