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Gentle tales to wind down little minds and bring peaceful dreams. Create a soothing bedtime routine your child will look forward to with Children's Bedtime Stories, a heartwarming collection of 12 calming stories designed to relax and comfort young listeners at the end of the day. Each story is filled with gentle adventures, kind characters, and cosy settings—perfect for easing your child into a restful sleep. Whether it's a sleepy forest creature, a starlit journey, or a magical bedtime wish, these stories are crafted to quiet busy thoughts and spark peaceful dreams.

Make bedtime the best part of the day with this delightful collection of 25 five-minute stories, specially written to help children wind down, relax, and fall asleep with a smile. Each story in 5 Minute Bedtime Stories for Children is the perfect length for busy evenings, gentle enough to calm little minds, and packed with heartwarming characters, magical moments, and comforting themes. Whether it's one story or a few, this collection makes bedtime easy, enjoyable, and full of imagination.

Roberta, Peter, dan Phyllis hidup bahagia di Vila Edgecombe, tapi mereka tidak menyadari betapa bahagianya mereka sampai sesuatu terjadi… sesuatu yang memaksa mereka menjalani kehidupan yang sama sekali berbeda.Ketika Ayah terpaksa pergi beberapa lama, ketiga anak itu bersama Ibu meninggalkan...

Settle down for Easter with a collection of magical animal stories that will transport your little one to the world of imagination.

Have you got your teddy? Settle down for bedtime this Easter with a collection of enchanting short stories and fairy tales.

The Mystery of the Semi-Detached was first published in 1893 in E. Nesbit’s “Grim Tales”, a collection of romantic horror stories. A young man is perplexed when his lover fails to show up for a half-clandestine meeting and passes her house on the way home. Upon arrival, he finds the front door ajar and the suburban semi-detached in eerie darkness. Nothing could have prepared him for the sight that awaited him in his sweetheart’s bedroom.

İngiliz yazar Edith Nesbit tarafından kaleme alınan kitap, ilk olarak 1905 yılında "London Magazine" dergisinde bölümler halinde, 1906 yılında ise kitap olarak yayınlandı. Bir çok defa filme de alınan romanın ilk TV uyarlaması, BBC tarafından 1951 yılında yapıldı. Üç çocuk Roberta (Bobbie), Peter ve Phyllis, mutlu bir hayat sürmektedirler. Ancak babaları hapse girer ve bir anda hayatları değişir. Taşındıkları yeni evlerinin yakınında bir tren istasyonu vardır ve yeni hayatlarında onları bir çok sürpriz beklemektedir.

In this series we explore the many facets of love through literary talents that span both time and country. ‘With this ring, I thee Wed’. And with these words lives enter a new chapter. Hopefully till the end of their lives but time together, with its up and downs, hurdles and obstacles, also cuts short a great many, sometimes in unusual ways.

Edith Nesbit was born on the 15th August 1858 in Kennington, then part of Surrey. Nesbit was an active lecturer and prolific writer on socialism but gradually her work for them dwindled as her career as a children’s writer grew. Her most famous success was ‘The Railway Children’ but she was also very prolific and greatly accomplished in poetry, short stories―especially her macabre ghost and supernatural stories―and novels for adults.

Edith Nesbit was born on the 15th August 1858 in Kennington, then part of Surrey. Due to the health issues and tuberculosis of her sister Mary, Nesbit’s early life was one of constant changes of house both in England and on the continent. At age 17, Nesbit met Hubert Bland and they married three years later―whilst she was 7 months pregnant. Bland also kept his affair with another woman going throughout their marriage and the two children of that relationship were raised by Nesbit as well as her own three with Bland.

Edith Nesbit was born on the 15th August 1858 in Kennington, then part of Surrey. Due to the health issues and tuberculosis of her sister Mary, Nesbit’s early life was one of constant changes of house both in England and on the continent. At age 17, Nesbit met Hubert Bland and they married three years later. They also edited the Society's journal; ‘Today’. Nesbit was an active lecturer and prolific writer on socialism during those years but gradually her work for them dwindled as her career as a children’s writer grew.

In this volume of fifty poems our classic poets delve with storied verse into every facet of this institution. From the good, the bad and even the ugly, from the Wedding day to the realisation that divorce and separation maybe the better path. Between these two frontiers other avenues and facets are explored by the pens of many including Shakespeare, Khalil Gibran, Emily Dickinson and the Rossetti’s.

Packed with fun, excitement, and heartwarming moments, this Short Story Collection for Kids brings together 20 entertaining tales that will spark imagination and keep children engaged. From talking animals and daring explorers to magical lands and unexpected friendships, each story is designed to captivate young minds and bring joy to story time.

This delightful collection of entertaining and calming stories is perfect for young listeners who love a mix of fun and relaxation. From heartwarming adventures to soothing bedtime tales, each story is crafted to spark imagination while creating a peaceful, comforting atmosphere. Whether it’s a magical journey, a friendly animal adventure, or a dreamy bedtime tale, Children Stories is the perfect companion for quiet moments, car rides, and winding down at the end of the day.

This special collection of 16 calming stories is designed to help settle restless puppies and soothe anxious dogs. With soft, rhythmic storytelling and peaceful themes, these tales create a comforting atmosphere that can help ease separation anxiety, promote relaxation, and provide a sense of security for your beloved pet.

In this series we listen to short stories that are NOT by perhaps the most well-known author of this type. But the many other rich talents in the volume may have treated the subject matter a little differently, or were perhaps just overlooked in the stampede to applaud the winner, but these authors are of equal merit.

A gentle moment of calm, just when little ones need it most. This heartwarming collection of 20 relaxing 5-minute stories is designed to soothe, settle, and bring a sense of peace to young listeners. Whether it’s winding down before bed, taking a quiet break during the day, or creating a calm atmosphere after playtime, these short and gentle tales provide the perfect escape into a world of kindness, imagination, and relaxation.

Get your kids settled for long car journeys with this collection of 25 entertaining animal stories. These calming stories will keep the whole family occupied and stop any whining whilst you are trying to drive. Perfect for families to listen to in the car, in the airport, on the train or on the way to your next family adventure!

A selection of magical stories to entertain your children whilst you are waiting at the airport and are flying to your holiday.

Get cosy in bed and join us in the magical tale from E. Nesbit, about a dragon that saves the village but can the dragon be persuaded to save the village a second time? Then fall asleep to the calming acoustic lullaby “Salut d'Amour” by Fon Sakda.