Jon Scieszka introduces some really stupid tales including "Chicken Licken", "The Princess and the Bowling Ball", "The Really Ugly Duckling" and "Jack's Bean Problem".

A collection of folktales from around the world, all featuring the character of the fool, with tips for telling the stories aloud, related activities, and source notes.

These tales are the perfect introduction to Shakespeare's greatest plays. Renowned writers and essayists of the 18th century, siblings Charles and Mary Lamb vividly bring to life the power of Hamlet and Othello, the fun of As You Like It and the drama of Pericles. Their accessible writing never loses the feel of Shakespeare's beautiful language and humanity, and convey all of his wit and wisdom. These tales are classic literature in their own right. Puffin Clothbound Classics is a series of much-loved stories from classic literature for children and adults, brought together in beautiful hardback volumes.

Short, easy-to-read stories ideal for capturing the attention of toddlers Playful illustrations fill every page perfect for keeping toddlers entertained and engaged Includes 10 classic stories, fairy tales, and rhymes designed to delight your little one during story time Wonderful gift for any occasion: birthdays, holidays, and more! Collect the series for every milestone!

Ten of Roald Dahl's most-loved stories are read by a host of famous names in this swish-wifflingly scrumdiddlyumptious 29-CD audiobook collection.
One of Dahl's biggest fans, David Walliams reads The BFG, while Douglas Hodge, fresh from playing Willy Wonka live on the West End, lends his voice to Charlie and the Chocolate Factory. Kate Winslet reads Matilda and comedians Chris O'Dowd, Peter Serafinowicz and Richard Ayoade lend their animated vocal talents to Dahl's best-loved characters The Twits, Fantastic Mr Fox and Danny the Champion of the World!

All unabridged, these audio books are a must for keeping the whole family entertained on long journeys.

The CDs come in a handy and stylish tin case, too.

The BFG - Read by David Walliams
The Enormous Crocodile - Read by Stephen Fry
Matilda - Read by Kate Winslet
Fantastic Mr Fox - Read by Chris O'Dowd
James and the Giant Peach - Read by Julian Rhind-Tutt
Danny Champion of the World - Read by Peter Serafinowicz
The Witches - Read by Miranda Richardson
The Twits - Read by Richard Ayoade
Charlie and the Chocolate Factory - Read by Douglas Hodge
Charlie and the Great Glass Elevator - Read by Douglas Hodge

'Isla Fisher is hilarious' DAVID WALLIAMS

'Charming, funny, delightful: Marge is the babysitter all children would wish for' DAVID BADDIEL

Whistles at the ready. Marge is off!

Have you met Marge? She has rainbow hair, tells wild stories and she's the best babysitter in the whole world.

Things do SOMETIMES go off the rails when Marge is around but Jakey and Jemima don't mind that. After all, no one else could rescue a train, help Jakey's wobbly tooth or cause chaos at the zoo!

The third fun family story in the MARGE IN CHARGE series, written by actor & comedian Isla Fisher and illustrated throughout by Eglantine Ceulemans.

Master storyteller Neil Gaiman presents a breathtaking collection of tales for younger readers that may chill or amuse, but that always embrace the unexpected: Humpty Dumpty's sister hires a private detective to investigate her brother's death. A teenage boy who has trouble talking to girls finds himself at a rather unusual party. A boy raised in a graveyard makes a discovery, and confronts the much more troubling world of the living.

A delightful, diverse selection of fairy tales from around the world by one of our most beloved children's writers

International bestselling children's author Cornelia Funke has always been fascinated by fairy tales; they have often crept into her own storytelling. In this enchanting anthology, Funke presents lesser-known stories that challenge the traditional 'happily-ever-after' alongside more familiar tales. From her native Germany, to snowy Siberia, from Japan to Vietnam, this collection includes wondrous tales from around the world, 'The Girl Who Gave a Knight a Kiss out of Necessity', 'The Frog Princess', 'The Boy Who Drew Cats' and many more besides to delight readers of all ages.

The Hibiscus Conspiracies is a short story collection of intrigue, mystery, political conspiracy, upheaval, and love. The stories are based on the lives of young adult characters and can be appreciated by any audience. Loss of Innocence, is the first collection of the series. The names of the islands in the series are fictitious. St. Jacques, St. Marie, Bard Island, Papillon, Lilse Maurice, Mystique Isle, St. Jolie, Hewanorra, and Petite France are the nine-island archipelago federation of nations stretching the length of the Caribbean Sea from the south of Florida to the outer waters of Venezuela.

In the Loss of Innocence, we journey to three islands as their tranquil settings are disturbed by political and social strife. Tensions between government and society erupt as human emotions take hold. The ideal image of "the island paradise" is shattered as beneath the beauty of nature's best, citizens manipulate systems of power for personal gain while others seek justice. All societies birth exclusionary systems of class, race, or intellect. Individual differences are the catalysts that create the dynamic events gracing the front page of the Federation's number one newspaper, The Reformer. In the Hibiscus Conspiracies the youth dictate the pulse of nations.

Get ready for broomstick rides and bubbling cauldrons in these magical short stories from Enid Blyton - ideal for reading aloud, or for children over 7 to read alone! This bumper collection of 25 short stories is populated by every sort of magical and mysterious creature, from a grumpy wizard who is ouwitted by an elf to pixie who rides on a rabbit. The stories are the perfect length for reading aloud in a classroom or at bedtime. With lots of humour and fantastic characters, these will appeal to newly confident readers to read alone as well as to younger children being read to.Enid Blyton remains one of Britain's favourite children's authors and her bumper short story collections are perfect for introducing her to the latest generation of readers.

Return to Lewis Carroll's Wonderland with this stunning collection of original stories from today's biggest children's authors - Peter Bunzl, Pamela Butchart, Maz Evans, Swapna Haddow, Patrice Lawrence, Chris Smith, Robin Stevens, Lauren St John, Lisa Thompson, Piers Torday and Amy Wilson. Tumble down the rabbit hole again to find out what happens in Wonderland without Alice there. Is the Queen of Hearts still ruling with an iron fist? Does the Mad Hatter still have to go to tea? And will Tweedledum and Tweedledee ever resolve their argument? More than 150 years since Alice's Adventures in Wonderland was first published by Macmillan, revisit Carroll's amazing cast of characters - including the Queen of Hearts, the Mock Turtle, the Dormouse, the Cheshire Cat and Alice's Sister in these brand-new stories, that will bring a new generation of readers to Wonderland. 'A feast of invention and fine writing' Telegraph Book of the Week 'It's hard not to lap up this collection of short stories by some of our greatest contemporary children's authors' The Times

Lady Elinor of Hardford has fallen in love for the first time, with Dan, her cousin and knight-in-training. But her father has other plans. She must marry his friend, Sir William of Courtney - and he's nearly 50! Ellie must draw on all her skills to work out a solution to her dilemma. Can she change her father's mind? And will she ever get to marry Dan?

'n Bloedrooi kappie, 'n goudgeel gifappel, drie krulsterte, 'n kat met stewels, 'n pampoen wat in 'n koets verander, 'n huisie van lekkers, en sewe klein bokkies ... Welkom in die wereld van sprokiesland! Lochner de Kock vertel al jou gunstelingsprokies! Kom luister saam! Die stories op die CD: Klein Duimpie; Die Wolf en die Sewe Bokkies; Hansie en Grietjie; Die Gestewelde Kat; Aspoestertjie; Die Drie Varkies; Rooikappie.

Miriam Jaramillo nacio en Colombia y se radico hace muchos anos en New Jersey, Estados Unidos de America. Amante de la lectura, romantica y sonadora, desde muy nina se dedico a escribir en diferentes generos. Miriam presenta esta coleccion de cuentos infantiles, todos escritos desde el corazon, esperando dejar en la memoria de los ninos una lectura llena de amor y sentimientos, acompanada de tiernas ensenanzas. Version Bilingue Espanol-Ingles Libro ilustrado e impreso a color Miriam Jaramillo was born in Colombia but has resided for many years in New Jersey in the USA. Since she was a young girl she has loved reading and has been dedicated to writing in all different genres. She is romantic and a dreamer. Miriam is happy to present this collection of children's stories. They are all written from the heart, waiting to live in the memories of children. They are full of love and sentiment, accompanied by a tender moral. Bilingual Edition Spanish-English Illustrated book and printed in color

A gorgeous picture book to delight all little readers, featuring pixies, elves, fairies and other magical friends. Collect the whole series for a year-round library of beautiful books. In this beautiful collection of stories by the world's best-loved storyteller, Enid Blyton, a pixie searches for confetti for his friends' wedding, a poppy meets a magical pal and two children discover a fairy party at the bottom of their garden. With charming colour illustrations by Becky Cameron, acclaimed illustrator of Treasury of Bedtime Stories by Enid Blyton and of Paddington and the Christmas Wish, this is the perfect gift. Step into a world of fairies, magic and nature with the Stories of Fairies and Fun series. Look out for: Animal Adventures Exciting Treasures Shining Secrets Sunshine and Snowflakes Starry Nights Delightful Treats Special Surprises Twinkling Raindrops Dreamy Adventures * Enid Blyton (R) and Enid Blyton's signature are Registered Trademarks of Hodder and Stoughton Limited. No trademark or copyrighted material may be reproduced without the express written permission of the trademark and copyright owner.

The enchantment continues. . . . The universe of the Lunar Chronicles holds stories - and secrets - that are wondrous, vicious, and romantic. How did Cinder first arrive in New Beijing? How did the brooding soldier Wolf transform from young man to killer? When did Princess Winter and the palace guard Jacin realise their destinies? With nine stories - five of which have never before been published - and an exclusive never-before-seen excerpt from Marissa Meyer's upcoming novel, Heartless, about the Queen of Hearts from Alice in Wonderland, Stars Above is essential for fans of the bestselling and beloved Lunar Chronicles.

Celebrate The Best Bear in all the World with this official sequel to the beloved classic children's stories by A.A.Milne. With brand-new stories from some of the most beloved children's authors writing today: Paul Bright, Brian Sibley, Kate Saunders and Jeanne Willis - each transports you back into the Hundred Acre Wood for more adventures with Winnie-the-Pooh, Christopher Robin, Piglet, Tigger, Eeyore and the rest of the beloved gang. This hardback edition features gorgeous illustrations by Mark Burgess, in the style of the cherished decorations by E.H.Shepard. This book will delight fans of the classic originals old and new. The short stories are perfect for bedtime reading with ages five and up. Do you own all the classic Pooh titles? Winnie-the-Pooh The House at Pooh Corner When We Were Very Young Now We Are Six Return to the Hundred Acre Wood The Best Bear in All the World Once There Was a Bear The nation's favourite teddy bear has been delighting generations of children for over 95 years. Milne's classic children's stories - featuring Piglet, Eeyore, Christopher Robin and, of course, Pooh himself - are gently humorous while teaching lessons about friendship and kindness. Pooh ranks alongside other beloved character such as Paddington Bear, and Peter Rabbit as an essential part of our literary heritage. Whether you're 5 or 55, Pooh is the bear for all ages.

Original stories by C. S. Adler, Marion Dane Bauer, Francesca Lia Block, Bruce Coville, Nancy Garden, James Cross Giblin, Ellen Howard, M. E. Kerr, Jonathan London, Lois Lowry, Gregory Maguire, Lesléa Newman, Cristina Salat, William Sleator, Jacqueline Woodson, and Jane Yolen

Each of these stories is original, each is by a noted author for young adults, and each honestly portrays its subject and theme--growing up gay or lesbian, or with gay or lesbian parents or friends.

Animal Stories for 6 Year Olds is rich and varied selection of heart-warming animal stories by some of the very best writers for children. Perfect for reading alone or reading aloud - and for dipping into time and time again. With stories from David Henry Wilson, Meredith Hooper, Dick King-Smith, Margaret Mahy and many more, this book will provide hours of fantastic fun.

A fun story of bad behaviour and its consequences. A small pet fish is flushed down the toilet by a very naughty boy. Once the small fish journeys out to sea we then see, one by one, small fish become the dinner for bigger ones. Eventually a fisherman catches the largest fish, which ends up on the plate of . . . the naughty boy! This light-hearted tale then shows the naughty boy on the beach, where he meets a hungry whale and finally gets his comeuppance.