
Dorothy awakens to a sun‑lit bedroom that feels more like a storybook than a house. Soft towels, a dainty tub, and a lovingly prepared bathrobe suggest that someone has been waiting for her return. As she steps out, the cheerful hum of a familiar song drifts through the open window, and the scent of fresh flowers hints at a celebration about to begin. The scene is warm and inviting, promising a day filled with gentle surprises.
Soon her lively friend Alfy arrives, bubbling with excitement and teasing banter about dresses, silk ribbons, and the joys of a proper bedtime. Their conversation weaves together memories of past adventures with the anticipation of new ones, all set against the backdrop of a bustling household ready for a party. Listeners will be drawn into Dorothy’s bright world, where friendship, humor, and the simple magic of home combine to create a charming, heart‑warming tale.
Language
en
Duration
~5 hours (307K characters)
Publisher of text edition
Project Gutenberg
Release date
2009-05-15
Rights
Public domain in the USA.

1843–1910
Best known for lively stories for girls, this American writer published dozens of books from the 1890s into the early 1900s. Her fiction often mixes adventure, family life, and young heroines finding their way in a changing world.
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