What are some good stories to read when you can't sleep?

I'd recommend 'The Lottery' by Shirley Jackson. It's a creepy but engaging story that'll keep your mind occupied.

For me, stories about nature or travel can be great when you can't sleep. They let your imagination wander to peaceful places and help you relax. Or maybe some humorous anecdotes to lighten the mood and make you drift off with a smile.

Mystery or thriller stories can be good. They keep your mind engaged without being too intense.

One classic can't - sleep story is 'The Three Little Pigs'. The story of the three little pigs building their houses, one of straw, one of sticks, and one of bricks, and the big bad wolf trying to blow them down is engaging. It has enough suspense and a happy ending that can soothe your mind. Another could be 'Goldilocks and the Three Bears'. The idea of Goldilocks exploring the bears' house and getting into all sorts of situations is both interesting and can take your mind off your sleeplessness.

Relaxing and calming stories are great. Like gentle tales of nature or heartwarming family anecdotes.

One good can't sleep story could be about a magical forest at night. There are fireflies lighting up the path, and gentle fairies that come out to play. The soft rustling of the leaves in the wind creates a soothing sound.

One classic is 'The Little Prince'. Its gentle and philosophical story can ease your mind. The tale of the little prince traveling from planet to planet and his interactions with different characters can be both soothing and thought - provoking as you lie in bed, gradually making you feel calm and sleepy.

One great can't sleep story could be 'The Tale of the Enchanted Forest'. It's about a young adventurer who gets lost in a magical forest filled with talking animals and glowing plants. The descriptive language about the forest and the character's journey can be really engaging and help you relax. Another is 'The Mystery of the Old Lighthouse'. It involves a spooky mystery surrounding an abandoned lighthouse and the secrets it holds. The suspense in the story can take your mind off your inability to sleep. Also, 'The Story of the Star - Crossed Lovers' is a beautiful and emotional story that can draw you in and make you forget about your sleep troubles.

The 'The Magnus Archives' is also a great one. While not strictly only No Sleep stories, it has a lot of elements that are similar. It weaves together a complex web of horror stories that are both engaging and disturbing. The narrators do a wonderful job of bringing the stories to life. For those who like a bit of mystery and horror in their No Sleep - type stories, this is a great choice.

In the past, people would usually use lanterns or candlelight to illuminate the room so that they could read at night without disturbing others. However, with the development of modern electric light technology, there were already various types of lamps that could meet different needs. There was a type of light called a "reading light" that could provide enough light at night without disturbing others 'sleep. These lamps usually used LED light sources to provide sufficient brightness and contrast for reading various types of books. There were also some reading lights that could adjust the intensity and color temperature of the light to suit different reading needs. Of course, when choosing a reading light, you also need to consider your privacy and safety factors. Some reading lights may require additional switching or control to prevent others from interrupting their reading. Choosing the right reading light required a comprehensive consideration of many factors.