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 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—and selected pieces aren’t just published, they’re performed on YouTube and TikTok so stories can actually be heard by 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).
Our mission
We're on a mission to change the way the housing market works. Rather than offering one service or another, we want to combine as many and make our clients' lives easy and carefree. Our goal is to match our clients with the perfect properties that fit their tastes, needs, and budgets.
Our vision
We want to live in a world where people can buy homes that match their needs rather than having to find a compromise and settle on the second-best option. That's why we take a lot of time and care in getting to know our clients from the moment they reach out to us and ask for our help.
