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The Bubbling Toad Stories, Volume One

By: Sara Starling
Narrated by: Sara Starling
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About this listen

A hug of a collection, these magical stories, set in a real location, are written and narrated in soothing tones by Sara Starling, with stunning soundscapes by Leon Ford.

As you wander the park or thunder up the stairs to brew potions, The timeless Toad, marvellous Mole and skittering Mouse are your companions through tales of worry, loss, friendship and fear, gently empowering you to navigate this wild and wonderful world.

The wisdom of the Bubbling Toad will stay with you long after you’ve listened. Perfect for listening to at tea-time, bedtime, or whenever your spirits need a lift!

Prologue

Sets the scene for our magical adventures.

The Bubbling Toad of Vogrie–How the Magic Began

Sometimes it takes a spark of magic to awaken a Bubbling Toad.

The Mole, the Bubbling Toad and the Worry Tree

A visitor to Vogrie Country Park has lost her way. A wondrous tale for the worriers of the world.

The Boy, the Bubbling Toad and the Thoughts

The Boy on the branch thinks he isn’t good enough, but the Toad knows different. A reassuring story for over-thinkers.

The Ancient Oak, the Bubbling Toad and the Storm

A storm sweeps through Vogrie in this perilous tale of love, loss and friendship.

The Ancient Oak, the Bubbling Toad and the Throne

In the wake of the storm and its losses, new life springs forth, offering a trail of hope.

The Girl, the Bubbling Toad and the Fox

A foxy tale to help with fiendish fears.

The Skittering Mouse, the Bubbling Toad and the Squirrel

Join the Skittering Mouse on his epic hunt for happiness. An uplifting story for the lost, the lonely and those who are searching.

The Scales, the Bubbling Toad and the Halloween Quiz.

As Autumn slips into Winter, this wise and heartwarming tale will leave you feeling lighter and cosier.

Christmas, the Bubbling Toad and the Gift

A fabulously festive feel-good Christmas story, filled with love, kindness and a tiny Toad-sized sleigh

©2025 Sara Starling (P)2025 Sara Starling
Anthologies & Short Stories Fantasy Heartfelt Feel-Good
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We absolutely love these stories. Beautiful, beautifully told, and beautiful immersive sounds. Highly recommend for little people and their grownups too.

magical

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Not sure I should be saying this. But here goes.
These stories don't feel like they're just for kids.
They transport me back to childhood and remind me of those classic stories that held our hands when life seemed tough.
My ADHD thanks you for such exquisite audio – the sound effects are perfect.

As soon as I started listening I knew i was in safe hands. The author Sara is also an exceptionally awesome narrator! I just wish my 15 year old was younger so she would listen. Maybe one day when this becomes the classic is deserves to be.

A time machine for the child inside every adult.
That's what I'm saying.

When is the print version out?
I need to buy it for a Christmas present.

Not JUST for kids – and beautiful storytelling

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This is simply a 'Must Listen'. Fresh, funny, charming & uplifting. For children of all ages from 1-100. Can't wait for more. Pass on the magic...

What a magically talented little bird & what a wonderful b-b-b-bubbling Toad!

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These stories feel like they’ve been around forever. The sense of place is incredibly comforting. Brilliantly written and performed.

Feels familiar and yet original all at once!

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Nostalgia overload. The Bubbling Toad read by Sara Starling took me straight back to my childhood, remembering my parents putting on fun voices as they read me the Magic Faraway Tree. It's genuinely wonderful to find a new set of magic filled stories with a cast of animals that our children engage with just like I did with Enid Blighton all those years ago.

This is really wonderful, the writing and characterisation are spot on with wonderfully atmospheric sounds as the stories are narrated. Perfect for long journeys or bedtime, joyful and effortless. Highly highly recommended.

Magical Stories for Young Ears. Joyful & Engaging

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