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Oscar Wilde's collection of fairy stories are among the greatest and most poignant classics for children and adults alike. Humour, pathos, delightful little characters abound in the stories of The Happy Prince and the Swallow who agrees to keep him company despite approaching winter; The Selfish Giant, who doesn't want children playing in his garden, and The Remarkable Rocket.

‘Square Me, Round World’ is an illuminating collection of short stories that delve into the distinctive experiences of those who navigate life feeling like square pegs in a world of round holes. From social challenges to sensory differences, this book aims to foster greater empathy, understanding, and a drive for a more inclusive world. Discover, understand, and embrace the square pegs in our round world. Suitable for children and adults alike, this book is a reminder that different isn’t less. It’s just different—and that’s perfectly okay. In fact, sometimes, it’s brilliant.

Where gentle fairy magic, twinkling lights, and heartwarming woodland adventures guide your little one into peaceful sleep and comforting dreams. Step into an enchanting world with Fairy Bedtime Stories for Kids by Joy Palmer, a soothing collection of magical tales crafted to help your child unwind and settle into a restful night. These stories lead you through glowing forests, moonlit clearings, and whimsical fairy villages where brave, kind, and curious fairies discover courage, friendship, compassion, and the joy of helping others.

Stare, if you dare, into Paul Jennings' wild world. Nine stories that you would never dream of. From one of Australia's most popular authors.

La straordinaria Pippi Calzelunghe è senza dubbio uno dei personaggi più amati della letteratura scandinava per l'infanzia e occupa un posto speciale nel cuore di adulti e bambini. Ascolta gli audiodrammi delle sue avventure, accompagnate dalle voci di un ricco cast di attori e da una colorita ambientazione sonora! Scopri nella prima avventura come Pippi sia finita a vivere a Villa Villanelle e di come abbia fatto amicizia con Tommy e Annika. Nella seconda avventura, Pippi, Tommy e Annika partono con il Capitano Calzelunghe per un viaggio emozionante verso la remota isola di Kora-Kora.

From We Need Diverse Books, the organization behind Flying Lessons & Other Stories, comes a spine-tingling middle grade horror anthology edited by Ellen Oh. When a blood moon rises, creatures from folklore awaken across the world and twelve kids must confront the monsters of their nightmares...

Want to get your little ones roaring with joy and excited for bedtime? “Dinosaur Bedtime Stories Collection” is where dino-dreams meet bedtime bliss. Buckle up for a dino-mite adventure on every chapter! If you feel like your child’s bedtime routine could use a serious makeover (specifically of the dino persuasion)... If you want to trade sheep for T-Rexes, triceratops, or even velociraptors... If you’ve been looking for ways to make bedtime wilder without chaos... Then the “Dinosaur Bedtime Stories Collection” is here to sprinkle a dash of dino magic on your nightly routine!

A beautifully read audio treasury featuring an array of incredible stories, this is the ultimate collection of Greek Myths for mythology lovers of all ages. Orpheus and Eurydice, Persephone, Theseus and the Minotaur, The Golden Fleece, Perseus and Arachne . . . All the best-known Greek Myths are...

Brought to you by Puffin. A brand-new audio collection including eleven stories for younger listeners set in the world of Peter Rabbit. Featuring stories such as Happy Birthday!, Starting School and The Tooth Fairy, these gentle tales will introduce the youngest listeners to new experiences and...

Benny the Lovable: A Lesson in Honesty is a heartwarming short story that brings an important message to life through a lovable character and a simple, powerful situation. This story gently explores how even small lies can grow into bigger problems—and how honesty can fix what fear and hiding never could.

Julian, Dick, Anne, George and Timmy the dog find excitement and adventure wherever they go in Enid Blyton's most popular series. It's so terribly hot, the Famous Five are having a lazy afternoon... but the gang don't get the peace and quiet they imagined! What are the men on the motorbikes up...

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.

Twenty-seven magical short stories to enjoy round the clock from one of the world's best-loved children's authors. Sheila is astonished when her toys walk themselves home, poor Prickles the Hedgehog thinks the moon has fallen out of the sky, and find out just how mischievous Twinkle the elf is...

Wie verbringen eigentlich Astrid Lindgrens beliebteste Kinderbuchhelden die Weihnachtstage? Na so: Pippi Langstrumpf macht anderen Kindern tolle Geschenke. Lotta aus der Krachmacherstraße beschließt, das Weihnachtsfest zu retten.

Begib dich auf neue, funkelnde und farbenfrohe Abenteuer mit den Ponys aus Equestria. Sunny, Zipp, Pipp, Hitch, Misty und Izzy sind immer bereit, sich gegenseitig unter die Hufe zu greifen. Jetzt kannst du mit ihnen ins Land der Herausforderungen Questopia reisen, zu der Wolke, wo die Regenbogen entstehen, und in Equestrias bezauberndsten Vergnügungspark!

Brought to you by Ladybird. Discover six new tales of wit, courage and power in this new treasury from Ladybird Books. Join six kings, queens and warriors from around the world as they battle for crowns, vanquish dark forces and claim their thrones in this colourful illustrated collection of...

Happy Halloween! Do you think you have what it takes to listen to this entire Halloween audiobook full of spooky stories!? This is an excellent listen for kids. Be prepared for some eerie ghost stories and spooky Halloween tales! These campfire tales are excellent for playing out loud with friends and family.

Jessie's friends from the Realm beg her to return and help them with a problem. Magic is thick in the air, and the terrifying griffins that guard the Realm's treasure house are out of control! The tiny, beautiful flower fairies play an important part in Jessie's clever plan to stop the griffins. But then the fairies themselves fall into a new and terrible danger, and only Jessie can save them.

Here are four of Hans Christian Andersen's best-loved short stories, specially adapted for young children and read by some of Britain's most well-known actors. In 'The Brave Tin Soldier', read by David Tennant, a one-legged toy soldier falls in love with a paper ballerina. In 'Thumbelina'...

O noapte de vară, un luminiș într-o pădure întunecată, o bătrână misterioasă lângă un rug arzând și, în fața ei, câinele Rocky, Sânziana și prietenii lor curajoși. Au trecut prin probe de foc și pericolul încă pândește pe tărâmul fermecat al Pădurii Negur. Vor reuși ei să-și descopere puterile și să învingă forțele răului? Citiți aici noile aventuri ale teckelului Rocky și ale protejatei sale, care e un pic mai mult decât o simplă fată de doisprezece ani.