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What if somewhere along the way we've all got the Santa story a bit wrong? Join Blanche Claus and her best friend, Rinki, for a funny festive sleigh ride you'll never forget! From Sibéal Pounder, best-selling author of the Witch Wars and Bad Mermaids series, this tale of friendship and mince-pie feasts is the perfect book to curl up with this winter. Funny, feminist and with a huge heart, it's a gloriously Christmassy adventure that will delight even the biggest Grinch.

The final audiobook in the hilarious and anarchic Roman Garstang Disaster series. Incredibly, unbelievably, Roman's cousin is marrying the cousin of Rosie Taylor (aka The Worst Person Who Ever Lived). Roman can't believe this (as Rosie says, 'How can we be in the same family? We're barely in the same species.'). Rosie's parents decide they should go along together and 'make a weekend of it'.

The Vanderbeekers have always lived in the brownstone on 141st Street. It's practically another member of the family. So when their reclusive, curmudgeonly landlord decides not to renew their lease, the five siblings have 11 days to do whatever it takes to stay in their beloved home and convince the dreaded Beiderman just how wonderful they are. And all is fair in love and war when it comes to keeping their home. A modern classic in the making reminiscent of the Penderwicks series.

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.

Welcome back to the irresistible world of Greenglass House, where 13-year-old Milo is, once again, spending the winter holidays stuck in a house full of strange guests who are not what they seem. There are fresh clues to uncover as friends old and new join in his search for a mysterious map and a famous smuggler's lost haul. This exciting sequel to a beloved book is sure to thrill both fans and newcomers.

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In Teil 2 von Die Rettung des Weihnachtsfestes setzen Bluey, Cookie, Norbert, Rudolph und Blitzen ihre Suche nach dem verschwundenen Weihnachtsmann fort. Ausgestattet mit einer Spur aus Postkarten führt ihr Weg sie mithilfe der magischen Schneekugel nach Bangkok. Dort begegnen sie dem weisen Elefanten Ananda, der ihnen erzählt, warum der Weihnachtsmann eine Weltreise begonnen hat. Zwischen Tempeln, Farben, Gerüchen und tropischer Hitze begreifen die Freunde, dass der Weihnachtsmann müde ist – und wieder daran erinnert werden muss, warum er so wichtig ist.

In a quiet winter town, a little boy finds comfort in the twinkling lights and gentle songs of Christmas — the only time he feels safe enough to dream out loud. Afraid to speak for fear of being judged, he discovers an unlikely friend in the forest — a red fox who listens with her heart. Through their silent friendship, he learns that courage can bloom even in the softest whispers… and that kindness and understanding can make every day feel like Christmas.

It is the Fourth of July and Olivia is celebrating it with her cousins, Graham and Amelia. It’s a warm, sunny day, and they decide to take a hike in the nearby woods to admire the natural beauty of their surroundings in anticipation of family fun and games and picnic dinner. Suddenly, as they’re talking about the origin of “Independence Day,” they come upon a strange-looking machine featuring the years 1776, 1863, and 1963. Can this be a time-machine? Will they consider a little Fourth-of-July time-travel trip? What do you think?

Read by the author. It's Christmastime and Buster's going to be in the big parade! NASCAR legend and New York Times bestselling author Dale Earnhardt Jr. introduces Buster and the Christmas Parade, the third book in the popular Buster the Race Car series. It may be chilly out, but rival race car...

After his harsh beginnings as a rough-and-tumble orphan on the streets of Victorian London, Jake Everton, the twelve-year-old Lord Griffon, takes his rightful place as the long-lost heir of an aristocratic family with magical powers—his personal quest, to follow in his slain parents' footsteps as a Lightrider in the age-old battle of good versus evil. In the fantastical nooks and crannies of the Victorian Age, Jake and his friends (including his pet Gryphon) find no shortage of adventure—righting magic-related wrongs, solving supernatural mysteries, and exploring wondrous new worlds.

Shifty McGifty and Slippery Sam don’t just make amazing cakes. These two brave bakers solve wacky mysteries too! Halloween at St Spectre’s school brings out the cheekiest of ghosts! And who is to blame when the weather goes crazy? A power-grabbing red panda, maybe? Certainly not the raccoon gang fixing the museum’s toilets - they’ve got dastardly plans of their own!

This special 5-in-1 collection brings together all of Sleepy Willow’s bestselling Christmas storybooks—packed with over 250 short, enchanting tales for kids, children, and toddlers. With one story for every night (and more!), this collection will keep your little ones entertained, inspired, and peacefully drifting into dreamland all December long—and beyond. Whether you listen aloud together by the fire, or let them listen on their own, these bedtime tales are the perfect gift of Christmas wonder, comfort, and joy.

Cosy up for Christmas with this festive story, starring everyone's favourite Victorian foundling, Hetty Feather!An unexpected gift leads to trouble for Hetty on Christmas Day at the Foundling Hospital, and the dreaded Matron Bottomly is delighted to have an excuse to exclude Hetty from the festive celebrations. Poor Hetty is distraught - but just when it seems that all is lost, a dear friend arrives to whisk her away for a Christmas unlike any other....

The Lights Are Failing! Can a Simple Bauble Save the City of Sparkle? Life is usually perfectly bright in the City of Living Decorations, a world where every ornament is alive. Mayor Garland holds court, the Snowflakes vote on the best winter design, and the little Train Set runs a midnight escape route every night. But when a dangerous power outage, the Great Melt Scare sweeps through Candlewick Lane, the entire city begins to lose its shine.

Zeb comes from a family of farmers—zombie farmers. Each week they pickle, bake, fry, and sell their grain-fed, free-range brains to be enjoyed by the masses. Zeb understands that brains are food, not pets… until one day he comes across the tiniest, pinkest, squishiest brain he ever did see! Can he convince his parents that his brainy bestie is better off as a member of the family than family dinner?

Meet Snowy, a super-curious snowflake with a big Christmas mystery to solve! Perfect for a cozy bedtime story, join him as he gently tumbles through a magical winter wonderland, making jolly friends who share all the sparkly secrets of the holiday season. This enchanting tale captures the magic of Christmas, making it a delightful listen for little ones eager to explore the wonders of winter and the joy of friendship.

Christmas can mean anything.... For Missy, it's solving murders in 1909. For a little girl in Dublin, it's Plasmavores knocking at the door. For Davros, it's a summons from the Doctor, who needs the mad inventor's help.

Peter Rabbit is very excited - it's nearly time for Christmas! He can't wait to eat mince pies, decorate a tree and open all his presents. Join Peter and all his friends every day in December as they count down to Christmas and have lots of fun adventures along the way. Featuring 24 brand new stories and an activity to enjoy every day of Advent, this beautiful book makes the perfect Christmas gift and will become a festive tradition for Peter Rabbit fans young and old.

Pour les vacances de Pâques, Simon et Elliot partent en Angleterre chez Elizabeth, la grand-mère d'Elliot. Elizabeth adore les contes et tous les soirs raconte aux deux garçons des histoires fabuleuses à travers lesquelles ils rencontreront des personnages hors du commun comme Antoinette la poule savante, le grand dinosaure, Mr Loyal, un ancêtre d'un château hanté... La compagnie In-sense propose pour les enfants de quatre à huit ans une nouvelle version des petits contes musicaux d'Isabelle Aboulker, dont les textes sont chantés et racontés en français et en anglais.