Printed
Parents will delight in reading these gentle adventures aloud, guiding children into calm and wonder at bedtime.
Discover superpowers atop Picnic Mountain, journey through oceans, forests and galaxies, meet a fallen star resting in a hollow log, and learn from ancient ancestors about the best gift of all. Join the Fearsome Four on a pumpkin quest, hear Fox reveal the mystical secrets of the firefly, and see how Young Lotus finds calm by pausing to understand.
This collection of twelve tales, inspired by Ottawa author Andy LeBlanc's four grandchildren, blends imagination with mindful relaxation, helping little ones drift peacefully to sleep while parents share the ritual of storytelling.
Book is available in all formats.
Print (hardcover, paperback and eBook) On Amazon, Kobo, and more.
Audiobook
The audiobook version of Sleepytime Tales offers an opportunity for both parent/grandparent and child to relax and listen to these gentle adventures at bedtime.
Warning parents! Some parents have also fallen asleep while listening! Each story is told with soothing background music and some light sound effects.
Discover superpowers atop Picnic Mountain, journey through oceans, forests and galaxies, meet a fallen star resting in a hollow log, and learn from ancient ancestors about the best gift of all. Join the Fearsome Four on a pumpkin quest, hear Fox reveal the mystical secrets of the firefly, and see how Young Lotus finds calm by pausing to understand.
This collection of twelve tales, inspired by the author's four grandchildren, blends imagination with mindful relaxation, helping little ones drift peacefully to sleep.
Audiobook available on Kobo, Amazon (Audible) and wherever audiobooks are sold.
50% royalty donation
50% for FIRST BOOK CANADA
The author is contributing 50% of hardcover and paperback royalties to First Book Canada - because every child deserves the love of reading and the life-long gift of literacy. Each purchase puts books in the hands of children across Canada by supporting First Book Canada.
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"Sleepytime Tales (Andy LeBlanc)" | eBook and Audiobook
Amazon
If you're an Amazon or Audible customer, Sleepytime Tales is available in all formats: hardcover, paperback, eBook and audiobook.
Ottawa Bookstores
Hardcover and paperback copies are also available on the shelves of these select Ottawa bookstores:
Singing Pebble Books
206 Main St.
Books on Beechwood
35 Beechwood Ave.
DC Education Publishing
28 Concourse Gate
Free to Read
The author is donating copies of Sleepytime Tales - Mindful Bedtime Stories for Restful Nights to select public libraries, children's hospitals (and pediatric care units), across Canada.
Please encourage your library to add a copy to your community public library collection, and have them reach out to me at Andy@FocusSpede.ca
Watch for more listings here soon.
Ottawa Public Library (OPL)
Newfoundland & Labrador Public Libraries
coming soon to:
Moncton Public Library
Fredericton Public Library
Sudbury Public Library
Moncton
May 15th
Moncton, New Brunswick - is my home town!
I have earliest childhood memories of hopping on my bicycle and riding down to the Moncton Public Library on Saturdays. I would spend the day there, drifting the aisles and selecting anything from storybooks to books about nature, archeology, biology, chemistry -- anything science! Back then I wanted to be a scientist.
On Friday afternoon, May 15th, I will return to the Moncton Public Library (without my bicycle) to read a story or two from my book, Sleepytime Tales - Mindful Bedtime Stories for Restful Nights. I will play a story from the audiobook too. If you have a question about the book, writing or publishing - or you just want to meet an author from Moncton - please come on May 15th! See you then.
Moncton
May 23rd
Hello Moncton, New Brunswick - my home town!
I'm pleased to say I will be in the company of dozens of well-known local authors at the Greater Moncton Riverview Dieppe Book Fair on May 23rd, 2026 from 10am to 3pm.
I will have copies of Sleepytime Tales - Mindful Bedtime Stories for Restful Nights available at one of the many author's tables. Please come by and check out the book, have a chat, and try listening to a sample of the audiobook version of the book.
Location: Riverview Lions Community Centre, 701 Coverdale Road, Riverview.
Check the Book Fair website for more
Following a lengthy career in broadcasting, it seemed only natural that Andy continue to apply his voicing abilities to narrate audiobooks. Here is a selection of some of the audiobooks and video he has narrated. Andy is open to offers for his narration services.
Audiobook
A Journey Through History and Must-See Destinations.
Montreal is a city unlike any other in North America, a place where European charm meets modern creativity, where historic streets blend seamlessly with vibrant neighborhoods, and where food, art, festivals shape everyday life.
Author: Brian Armstrong
Narration: Andy LeBlanc
Audiobook
A Journey Through History and Must-See Destinations.
Discover the heart, history and hidden beauty of Quebec - Canada's most captivating province. This audiobook invites you into a rich blend of Indigenous traditions, French and British influences, breathtaking landscapes and vibrant modern culture.
Author: Brian Armstrong
Narration: Andy LeBlanc
Audiobook
A Journey Through History and Must-See Destinations.
Are you ready to explore the rich history and breathtaking beauty of Nova Scotia? This audiobook takes you on an unforgettable journey through time, offering a perfect blend of cultural insights and travel inspiration.
Author: Brian Armstrong
Narration: Andy LeBlanc
Audiobook
Where Nova Scotia's Heart Meets the Sea
Discover the charm, culture and coastal beauty of Halifax - the heart of Atlantic Canada. From its bustling harbour-front and scenic drives to hands on museums, historic forts, and seaside picnics, this audiobook is your complete easy-to-follow guide to one of Canada's most welcoming cities.
Author: Brian Armstrong
Narration: Andy LeBlanc
Audiobook
This audiobook provides a comprehensive guide to taking control of your heart health with scientifically proven strategies. This life-changing book empowers you to not only prevent heart disease but also heal your heart, reduce risk factors, and live a longer, healthier life.
Author: Arden Hauck
Narration: Andy LeBlanc
Audiobook
ADHD - Turning Challenges into Triumphs -The Inspiring Journey of Jamie
Jamie's story is not just another tale of living with ADHD. It's a powerful narrative of resilience, determination, and ultimate triumph. From the confusion and frustration of undiagnosed ADHD to the profound relief of understanding his condition, Jamie's journey is one of transformation, growth, and hope.
Author: Mark Seligman
Narration: Andy LeBlanc
Video
Acadian Poutines
This traditional Acadian food is nothing like the French fry, cheese and gravy poutines of Quebec. This Acadian treat has been enjoyed for centuries by generations of Acadians. This video on YouTube aims to help preserve this heritage recipe. Try it!
Video production and narration: Andy LeBlanc
Link to video: Acadian Poutines (YouTube)
Audiobook
Unlock the power of positive days with Affirmations for Daytime. Embrace joy, conquer challenges, and manifest your dreams throughout the daytime with this empowering collection of affirmations.
Author: Archer Sterling
Narration: Andy LeBlanc
Purchase on Amazon.com (Audible)
In addition to writing and narration, Andy is an avid photographer whose mindful approach to visual storytelling shapes both his images and the world's within Sleepytime Tales. Here is a small selection of Andy's professional photography available for licensing on Shutterstock.
How did FocusSpede Publishing get its name?
Let's start with the first part; the word "Focus".
Taking good photos requires focus - and so does the mindfulness practiced in the stories we tell. Andy's creative storytelling, photography and narration services demand his full attention and focus!
The second part of 'FocusSpede' is more playful.
Our odd spelling of FocusSpede was intentional - the four letters "S-p-e-d" happen to be the first initials of the names of Andy's grandkids. And, graphic artists use a technique called focus speed in drawing to indicate the speed of movement or action and emotions. We just flipped the last two letters around to be different .
FocusSpede Publishing is all about creativity in storytelling, by writing or illustrating storybooks, narrating audiobooks, and capturing photos and videos that tell a story.
Sleepytime Tales is our first children's storybook, and we've already started working on the next imaginative tale.
Andy is a lifelong storyteller who blends calm, curiosity, and gentle wisdom into every tale. Inspired by the candid insights of his four grandchildren, he creates soothing stories that nurture connection and spark imagination.
A former television broadcaster and communications leader, he now devotes his time to writing and narrating books and audiobooks for families.
His meditation practice and love of contemplative photography shape the peaceful tone of his work, inviting children and parents to share moments of stillness, wonder, and togetherness.
Andy lives in Ottawa, Canada.