About The WhistleTree Project: Where Stories Are Meant to Be Heard

Hey. Hi. Hello.

I’m Dawn Davies—an author, writing instructor, and lifelong reader with a deep, slightly obsessive love for literature. My work has appeared in over 60 literary journals, and every acceptance still gives me that same little thrill: someone picked me.

Recently, I finally had an essay published in a high-ranking print journal I’d been chasing for 13 years. When the issues arrived -five beautiful, thick copies filled with incredible writing - I felt proud… but I couldn’t help wondering: who’s actually going to read these? As much as I love the tradition of print journals, I think they are a dying art.

As much as I love literary journals, the world is changing. Lit mags can feel gatekept, and their incredible work often stays hidden from the readers who might need it most.

What The WhistleTree Project Does

The WhistleTree Project is where stories are heard, shared, and loved—not buried in back issues or lost to algorithms.

Here’s what we offer:

Family-Friendly Classic Literature Read-Alouds

On our YouTube channel, we bring classic books to life chapter by chapter, with vocabulary insights and historical context—perfect for readers of all ages, homeschoolers, or anyone who loves being read to.

Resources and Craft Talks for Writers

Through blog posts and mini craft talks, we explore storytelling techniques, creative writing tips, and the art of reading as a writer.

A Literary Journal with Audio

We publish original fiction, poetry, and creative nonfiction, both online and in audio format on YouTube and TikTok , so stories can reach a wider audience.

Who It’s For

Maybe you love hearing stories but struggle with reading. Maybe you miss being read to. Maybe you’re a homeschooler, a lifelong reader, or an emerging writer looking for a welcoming space to publish your work.

The WhistleTree Project is for readers, writers, families, and anyone who wants to unplug, slow down, and rediscover the joy of great literature.

Why Stories Still Matter

I believe stories are for everyone. I believe they can save lives. And I believe they still matter—even in a world built to distract us from them.

Here at WhistleTree, we read books aloud, talk about language and writing craft, publish new voices, and review forgotten classics—all to build the kind of literary community I wish had existed when I was younger (and still wish for now).