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Discover the gentle mystery behind the clock that slows its tick when the world grows still. Alexis Hampton’s enchanting tale invites young listeners into a quiet, cozy world where time itself seems to pause, perfect for bedtime reflection and peaceful slumber.

Imogen should be nice to her little sister Marie. She should be nice to her mum’s boyfriend, too. And she certainly shouldn’t follow a strange silver moth through a door in a tree. But then...who does what they’re told. Followed by Marie, Imogen finds herself falling into a magical kingdom where the two sisters are swept up in a thrilling race against time - helped by the spoiled prince of the kingdom, a dancing bear, a very grumpy hunter...and even the stars above them.

Imogen and Marie return through the door in the tree to a whole new Yaroslav. Miro is king but hates it. Anneshka is no longer queen...and hates it. When Anneshka hears a prophecy that she will rule the Greatest Kingdom, she seizes Marie, believing her to be key to fulfilling it, and heads over the mountains. Imogen and Miro chase after them in hot pursuit. But what they find in the lands beyond will change everything again, and see them facing dangers they could never have imagined, both human and otherwise.

Today, little Jesús has a big job to do. He’s helping Papá at work, and he’s in charge of the water jug—which is also a magical clock! When it’s empty, Papá explains, the workday is done. But what about all these thirsty animals? Soon, the water is gone, but the day is not over yet. Will Jesús be fired?! Or is the jug not really magical after all?

When her spendthrift father goes into debt after buying a sheep and the inner workings of a clock, 15-year-old Annie Steele is sent to work in the town's new wool mill to help support her family. Her job is full of risk - especially after she and her friend Robert discover that the mill's cruel overseer is stealing bags of wool and decide to do something about it. Annie longs for the chance to continue her schooling and become a teacher. Will she ever be able to leave the mill?

When Anneshka’s hunt for the greatest kingdom brings her into our world, Imogen and Marie know it’s bad news. But Anneshka isn’t their only problem. Mum’s boyfriend, Mark, is sick and getting sicker, thanks to the monsters he accidentally carried home. Can the girls escape Anneshka and find a cure for Mark before it’s too late? Their quest will take them through the door in the tree and further than ever before, into the magical lands of Nedobyt beyond. But there is more to this kingdom than meets the eye.

The evil Duke of cold Coffin Castle fancies he has frozen time by stopping all of the clocks. He is fearful that one day a Prince may come and win away the hand of his niece, beautiful Princess Saralinda—the only warm hand in the castle. Several suitors have tried to court the Princess, but the Duke assigns them impossible tasks to thwart that fate. A few days before Saralinda's twenty-first birthday, a mysterious prince arrives to complete a seemingly impossible task and free Saralinda from the clutches of her uncle.

Tara the Terrible. That's what Michael Webster calls his bratty little sister. She loves getting Michael in trouble. Making his life miserable. Things couldn't get any worse. Then Mr. Webster brings home the antique cuckoo clock. It's old. It's expensive. And Mr. Webster won't let anyone touch it. Poor Michael. He should have listened to his dad. Because someone put a spell on the clock. A strange spell. A dangerous spell. And now Michael's life will never be the same again.

A second underwater adventure from the author of The Girl with Gills. Join Scamp Saltbrace on a high-stakes fantasy adventure, with vicious mermaids, evil smugglers and a tidal clock that controls the oceans.

It’s a piece of cake! Amelia Bedelia + Good Friends = Super Fun Stories to Read and Share The first book in a new arc in the New York Times–bestselling Amelia Bedelia chapter book series featuring young Amelia Bedelia and her friends! The big day is finally here—Amelia Bedelia’s school...

Little Titch and Gideon snuggle up for a bedtime story. And Minnie Millie tells her engines a story of a clockwork engine coming to life and of a clockmaker trying to make the Great Clock work in time before the Clockwork Village itself runs out of its tick and its tock.

Dive into the captivating world of Penny Parker, a spirited teenage sleuth and budding reporter blessed with an exceptional talent for unraveling the most peculiar and often bizarre mysteries. As the only daughter of widower Anthony Parker, publisher of the Riverview Star, Penny has been raised to be independent, outspoken, and remarkably resourceful. Her bubbly and conversational demeanor cleverly masks a razor-sharp intellect. Created by the talented Mildred A. Wirt, who also authored the original Nancy Drew series under the pseudonym Carolyn Keene, Penny embodies the daring spirit Wirt ...

Immerse yourself in Wonder Clock, a captivating collection of twenty-four enchanting tales, each thoughtfully crafted to correspond with the hours of the day. Renowned for his storytelling prowess, the author draws inspiration from a rich tapestry of German, English, and Scandinavian folk literature, infusing these timeless narratives with his unique flair. Accompanied by stunning woodcuts that bring the stories to life, this collection invites readers to explore a world of imagination and wonder. Join us on this delightful journey and enjoy the illustrations as you read along.

Written by Tricia Jack and delightfully narrated by Daniel Sean Smith, Henry the Clock Rooster: Animal Story is a heartwarming and humorous children’s audiobook that will captivate young listeners with its charm, wit, and unforgettable feathery friend.

At first, the day seems like any other Sunday in a quiet English village... but then something very strange starts to happen. In each house, the clocks go bonkers, their hands whizzing round like lightning. And in each house, the adults go a little bonkers too! Their extraordinary behaviour is just hilarious at first, but when it becomes more threatening, the children decide they’ll have to do something.

In this mystical bedtime short story tale, Ceri, a courageous teal survivor ribbon, stands as the hero protecting her city from the chaos unleashed by Barker, a mischievous villain haunting the old clock tower. Through bravery and heart, Ceri faces shadows and dangers to restore peace, showing young listeners that true heroes shine even in the darkest moments. A soothing tale of courage, friendship, and the magic of nighttime adventures.

In this dreamlike tale, Fred is visiting his grandfather when time suddenly stops. Setting out to discover why, Fred meets Maestro Orpheus and his magical lyre. Together they begin a musical adventure along the Corridor of Time, on their way to wind the World Clock. Drawing on a broad range of classical music by composers from Bach and Haydn to Chopin and Strauss, Maestro Orpheus and the World Clock explores the intimate relationship between time, memory, and music in a way that is intended to delight and fill with wonder.

Lazy Smurf naps through everything. Can an alarm clock help him stay awake?

In the lively town of Spin City, John has everything—except the ability to be on time! When his best friend, Ben, starts feeling hurt by John's lateness, an important lesson unfolds.

There are those who call Ally Gator “horizontally challenged”. Some call him “pleasingly plump”, but these are just names that suggest that he might want to think about pushing away from the table and maybe even moving toward the salad bar. Rude as that may be, we all know body shaming is just not nice. It actually is as simple as that. In truth, he is the type of gator who will eat and eat until someone finally tells him to stop.