Mystery or thriller stories can be good. They keep your mind engaged without being too intense.
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.
Relaxing and calming stories are great. Like gentle tales of nature or heartwarming family anecdotes.
Fairy tales often work. They have simple plots and a comforting tone that can help you relax and drift off.
I'd recommend 'The Lottery' by Shirley Jackson. It's a creepy but engaging story that'll keep your mind occupied.
Adventure stories are often fun when you're bored. They take you to new places and exciting situations.
Romance novels can be a good choice. They often have passionate and intimate moments that can fulfill that need.
For me, a short mystery story works. It keeps you engaged but doesn't require too much concentration while you're in that situation. Also, a humorous personal anecdote could be fun to read.
I think fictional memoirs or biographies can be interesting. They provide real-life experiences in a fictionalized form, which can be inspiring and comforting during pregnancy.
I think a story that shows the depth and complexity of love, with characters who truly connect on an emotional level. Something that makes you feel the butterflies and the warmth of love.
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.