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Girls are forbidden to practice story magic. Only bad things happen when they do. Everyone knows this, but that doesn't stop 12-year-old Kaya ADor from learning the basics from her older brother Hob. The trick is to sense a listener, one of the magical beings that inhabit the world, and tell it a story. If the listener is pleased and likes the story, they will allow the storyteller to work magic. Although Kaya knows the risks, she attempts a little story magic to impress Hob.

After staying in the lockdown for over a year, Nooni is now visiting her Ajja-Ajji in Somanahalli. Memories of excavating the famous stepwell and experiencing village life for the first time in The Magic of the Lost Temple are still afresh in Nooni's mind. Excited to finally step out of the...

This enchanting collection features 51 original bedtime stories that wrap little ones in warmth, wonder, and yuletide joy. From giggling snowflakes and whispering trees to magical mittens and reindeer footprints, each tale is lovingly crafted to inspire imagination, soothe busy minds, and bring families closer during the most magical season of all.

From magic spells that can't be stopped to fairy parties in the woods at midnight, there's a quick bit of magic for everyone in this collection of five-minute tales by Enid Blyton! These traditional tales are ideal for younger children. Each story stands alone and is the perfect length for bedtime or the classroom.

In this festive anthology, you’ll find 12 original short stories to start getting your kids excited for Christmas morning. Some stories are fun, and some are silly, but all will bring the magic of Christmas into your child’s life.

Brought to you by Puffin. Help busy young minds wind down and switch off before bed with this relaxing audio collection. Developed with The Children's Sleep Charity, and parent-tested, Puffin Sleepy Tales are specially designed to help children aged 7+ feel calm and positive at the end of a long...

This is a story about magic, if you like that kind of thing. It is also a story about a ghost with amnesia, an unpopular fairy, an ungrateful town, and a wise and helpful raven (who happens to be a pretty good storyteller). But mostly, it is about a friendly little wizard who lives inside a big hill and really, really, really wants to be a hero. His name is Gumluck, and he is a bumbling noodlehead. In this tall tale about a short wizard, celebrated author Adam Rex proves once and for all that the biggest heroes often come in the smallest nightgowns.

Turn restless nights into calm, heartwarming memories with Magical Bedtime Stories for Kids: Sweet Dreams Collection, featuring 24 soothing tales designed to ease anxious minds, spark imagination, and guide little dreamers into peaceful sleep. Each story invites your child into comforting worlds where friendship, courage, and kindness shine, helping them understand that every emotion can lead to growth, peace, and joy.

Create a Magical and Meaningful Bedtime Routine This Holiday Season!In "Christmas Bedtime Stories for Kids Ages 6-12," your child will be taken on enchanting journeys through snowy forests and festive celebrations, where each story is filled with warmth, wonder, and valuable life lessons. These tales not only entertain but also teach the importance of inclusivity, embracing diversity, and understanding disabilities—all while encouraging emotional growth and mindfulness.

Dive into the magical world of Blue Bear, a one-of-a-kind bear born with shimmering blue fur and a heart as big as the sky. This enchanting story takes listeners on an unforgettable journey of self-discovery, love, and courage. From his very first moments as a cub, Blue Bear’s glowing fur sets him apart. As he grows, his changing colors reveal a magical ability to bring hope, comfort, and unity to the creatures around him. Yet, Blue wonders if being different means he doesn’t belong.

In a season that’s often loud and hurried, these 51 tender holiday tales are your family’s invitation to slow down, snuggle close, and let the quiet beauty of Christmas fill the room. Each story blends gentle lessons, heartwarming characters, and peaceful magic—perfect for reducing bedtime anxiety, encouraging kindness, and inspiring meaningful conversations before sleep. From a shy snowflake learning its purpose, to a wise old ornament sharing stories of Christmases past, these tales will leave your child feeling safe, loved, and inspired.

Freddie is excited about his first trip to the swimming pool. But when he gets there, he finds it scary. Later that evening, Nana teaches him a secret trick. It’s called the Magic Moment Trick and it gives you superpowers when you’re facing something scary.

""A charming and delectably sweet debut. Mischief, friendship, and a whole lot of heart—Love Sugar Magic has it all."" —Zoraida Córdova, award-winning author of the Brooklyn Brujas series Leonora Logroño’s family owns the most beloved bakery in Rose Hill, Texas, spending their days...

When Billy receives a book from his mother, he quickly discovers something very magical about it. The clown on the first page of the story comes to life and invites Billy to come inside the book. Discover all the wonderful things that Billy experiences once inside the story and all the circus friends that he meets.

From a wizard on the moon to midnight fairy parties, there's a dreamy story for everyone in this short story collection by Enid Blyton. Drift off to dreamland with these starlit adventures!

Imagine turning that chaos into calm—where your child drifts off smiling, surrounded by magic, love, and gentle dreams. Unicorn Bedtime Stories for Kids invites your little one into a soothing world of 12 heartwarming tales that quiet busy minds and spark imagination. Follow Sparkle, Moonbeam, and Stardust on adventures through Rainbow Valley, learning kindness, courage, and self-belief along the way. Designed to create joyful nightly routines and deepen the bond between you and your child, this audiobook turns bedtime into something truly special.

Prepare to be dazzled with stories of witches, wizards and magical folk. From spells and enchantments to potions and wishes, there's magic and wonder brewing in this bumper collection by Enid Blyton. These traditional tales are ideal for both younger and older listeners. Each story stands alone and is the perfect length for listening to at bedtime or in the classroom.

Are you looking for original fairy tales that can teach your kids how to be good sons and daughters but find fairy tales often promote bad behavior? Are you hoping to find legends and fables that can help you explain the world as it constantly changes for your child? Telling bedtime stories with a whole new set of stories never before published is the answer to your needs! Bedtime Stories for Kids: Calming Short Stories for Kids, Children, and Toddlers to Help Them Fall Asleep Fast, Reduce Anxiety, and Learn Mindfulness Meditation is the story book you’re looking for.

All Goff wanted was for his essay on witchcraft to be good enough to win a scholarship to a private academy far away from Spraksville, the miserable, spooky little town he is stuck in. But, if he'd known that Spraksville's history of witchcraft was more than just folklore, he never would have experimented with casting a spell in the cemetery at midnight as research to make the essay great.

First published by BBC Records and Cassettes in 1971, The Magic Roundabout includes 10 stories written and read by Eric Thompson, featuring the popular characters of Dougal, Florence, Zebedee, Dylan, Brian and Ermintrude. The stories include 'Dougal's Experiment' (in which he does some very...