A gorgeous picture book to delight all little readers, featuring sparkling showers and chilly spells. Collect the whole series for a year-round library of beautiful books. Follow a little fawn as he hides from the rain and a pixie looking for shelter in the winter in this beautiful collection of stories by the world's best-loved storyteller, Enid Blyton. 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 magic and nature with The Enchanted Library series. Look out for: Stories of Nature's Treasures Stories of Favourite Friends Stories of Animal Secrets Stories of Dreamy Adventures Stories for All Seasons Stories of Starry Nights Stories of Fairy Fun Stories of Woodland Adventures Stories of Tasty Treats * 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.

From R.L. Stine, the master of horror for young readers, comes ten new stories that are sure to leave you shivering. A boy who hates bugs starts to see them everywhere. A basketball player's skin starts to almost drip off his hands - but no one else can see it. Three friends find a hole in the ground that just gets bigger, and bigger, and bigger . . . And each story is introduced by Stine himself, providing a personal touch sure to delight fans. Laced with Stine's signature humour and a hefty dose of nightmarish fun, Stinetinglers is perfect for fans of Scary Stories to Tell in the Dark and Stine's own Goosebumps books. These chilling tales prove that Stine's epic legacy in the horror genre is justly earned. Dive in, and beware: you might be sleeping with the lights on tonight!

The author weaves eight spellbinding stories in beautifully written rhyming prose.

Beanie is an adorable, fun-loving bear that just turned six. Adventure always finds him, and he learns great lessons in being a good bear along the way.

Pledges and a Reward Chart encourage readers to engage and practise what they learn with Beanie and his friends – two llamas and a fox.

Translated into Sesotho from Our Story Magic: Stories with magic inspire us to believe in hope and dreams. How will anyone recognize 'real life' miracles if they have not learned about magic from stories? Our Story Magic is a collection of enchanting and compelling African folklore tales written for children, with illustrations by artists from KwaZulu-Natal (South Africa). Read and share these stories with the love that went into the writing of them. Some of the magical titles in this collection include: Sun and the Moon, Queen of the Tortoises, Moonlight Magic, Dad Is Eating Ashes, The Singing Dog, Jojelas Wooden Spoon, and Sunset Colors.

New from our bestselling Nature Stories series! Have you ever wondered how a tiny seed can turn into a giant pumpkin? This stunningly illustrated story offers a perfect introduction to the life cycle of pumpkins.

Meet Dorothy Constance Mae Louise, or Dot as she prefers to be called! Dot loves super-sour apple sherberts, running fast and puzzles especially if theyre fiendishly tricky. And with the help of trusty sidekick Beans and top dog McClusky, she is always ready to sniff out a mystery.

Super Secret Agent
When meangirl Laura seems set on sabotaging the school talent show, Dot is determined to find out how, and save the day…

The Paw Print Puzzle
When Dot starts hearing strange noises at night she’s convinced there must be something SPOOKY afoot. But before they can prove there’s a ghost on the loose, Dot and Beans have to follow Ace Detective Fred Fantastic’s golden rule: GET PROOF. Easier said than done when the suspect appears to be invisible!

The Midnight Mystery
Dot and Beans can’t wait for their school trip to Adventure Camp where they will do lots of exciting activities like zip-wiring, grass tobogganing and roasting marshmallows round a campfire! But once they arrive, strange things start happening. Could mean girl Laura could be up to her old tricks in a bid to win the Adventure Camp Prize…?

The Lost Puppy
It’s the last week of school term and the children are looking forward to the School summer fair. Dotty and best pal Beans will be looking after pet’s corner, starring McClusky and his two canine pals: Geoffrey and the little sausage dog puppy, Chipolata. But just days before the fair disaster strikes – Chipolata has gone missing. Dotty and Beans get on the case. Can they solve the mystery of the missing puppy?

The Birthday Surprise
Dotty is sporty, funny, creative, clever and FEARLESS: She is great with codes and puzzles and most of all – if there’s a mystery to solve – she’s your girl. This time round her trusty sidekick Beans and top dog McClusky are keeping secrets from Dotty – will she like their surprise?

The Holiday Mystery
Dotty and Beans are SUPER excited about their summer holiday together. It’s going to be SO much fun. Beaches, BBQs and best of all NO SCHOOL! But there’s no rest for the Join the Dots Detectives who soon have a campsite case to solve

Dit gebeur dikwels dat die mens verlang. Die verlange strek uit na die verlede of na wat ons graag wil he in die toekoms bewaarheid moet word. Miskien is dit die hunkering van die verlore paradys wat ons elkeen op sy eie manier probeer herskep. Die verhale in die bundel vind in 'n hoe mate aansluiting by hierdie algemeen menslike eienskap. Die hersiene uitgawe van Verlore Paradyse sluit 'n wye verskeidenheid outentieke kortverhale in: van stories oor aktuele tienerprobleme tot komiese sketse van alledaagse gebeurtenisse. 'n Diverse groep skrywers word ook in die bundel verteenwoordig. Bekende skrywers soos Elsabe Steenberg, Chris Barnard en Paul C Venter maak 'n terugkeer en word aangevul deur die nuwe stemme van Annami Simon, Myra Scheepers en Nicolette Thabo.

Today is Kioko’s fifth birthday and his grandfather is taking him on his first-ever ride on a matatu, the name given to Kenya’s colourful public buses. As they journey to Machakos, Kioko’s grandfather tells him the tale of a dog, a goat and a sheep, and why dogs always chase after matatus. Through the story, we learn that life is more than a destination and a matatu is more than a vehicle. Both are journeys filled with bumps, dust and unexpected twists and turns. The secret is to sit back and enjoy the ride.

The irresistible blockbuster YA romance of summer 2021 by six of the biggest voices in YA. Perfect for fans of Jenny Han, Netflix's Let it Snow and Bolu Babalola's Love in Colour.

'Blackout is our love letter to love, to New York City, and to Black teens. Our reminder to them that their stories, their joy, their love is valid and worthy of being spotlighted.' Dhonielle Clayton.

When a heatwave plunges New York City into darkness, sparks fly for thirteen teenagers caught up in the blackout.

A first meeting.
Long-time friends.
Bitter exes.
And maybe the beginning of something new…

When the lights go out, people reveal hidden truths, love blossoms, friendship transforms and new possibilities take flight.

Six of today’s biggest stars of the YA world, Dhonielle Clayton, Tiffany D. Jackson, Nic Stone, Angie Thomas, Ashley Woodfolk, and Nicola Yoon, bring all the electricity of love to a collection of charming, hilarious and heartbreaking tales that shine the brightest light through the dark.

The Longman Caribbean Writers Series comprises of many classic novels, short stories and plays by the best known Caribbean authors, together with works of the highest quality from new writers.

Ladybird Tales are based on the original Ladybird retellings, with beautiful pictures of the kind children like best - full of richness and detail. Children have always loved, and will always remember, these classic fairy tales and sharing them together is an experience to treasure. Ladybird has published fairy tales for over forty-five years, bringing the magic of traditional stories to each new generation of children. This beautiful hardback Ladybird edition is a perfect first illustrated introduction to this classic fairy tale for young readers from 3+. Ladybird Tales Classic Collection 10 Books Set include: Dick Whittington, The Three Billy Goats Gruff, The Elves and the Shoemaker, Puss in Boots, The Enormous Turnip, Chicken Licken, The Little Red Hen, The Princess and the Pea, Sleeping Beauty, Rapunzel .

Just Kidding is the first book in the Just series from the creators of the bestselling Treehouse series, Andy Griffiths and Terry Denton.

Is this the right book for you? Take the JUST KIDDING TEST and find out!

1) Do you ever pretend that you are sick to get out of going to school?

2) Do you leave banana skins in the middle of busy footpaths?

3) Do you wish that every day could be April Fools' Day?

SCORE: One point for each yes answer.

3 You are a practical joking genius. You will love this book.

1-2 You are a good practical joker. You will love this book.

0 You are not a practical joker. You will love this book.

(Just Kidding was originally published as Just Tricking.)

'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.

The House With A Clock In Its Walls:
When Lewis Barnavelt, an orphan. comes to stay with his uncle Jonathan, he expects to meet an ordinary person. But he is wrong. Uncle Jonathan and his next-door neighbor, Mrs. Zimmermann, are both magicians! Lewis is thrilled. At first, watchng magic is enough. Then Lewis experiments with magic himself and unknowingly resurrects the former owner of the house: a woman named Selenna Izard. It seems that Selenna and her husband built a timepiece into the walls--a clock that could obliterate humankind. And only the Barnavelts can stop it!

The Figure in the Shadows:
Settled into his new life, Lewis seems content living with his magical Uncle Jonathan and neighbor Mrs Zimmermann. He even has a new best friend, Rose Rita, who loves to play sports, build Roman ship models and play with magic—all the things Lewis loves to do too! After discovering Grandpa Barnavelt's 1859 lucky coin, Lewis is certain that it is magical, so he puts it to the test—he recites one of Mrs Zimmermann's spells to awaken its magic. Only Lewis hasn't awakened a good sort of magic. As he wears the coin around his neck, sinister things start to happen. Strange letters addressed to Lewis arrive at midnight, a dark shadowy figure begins to follow him in town and something seems to be inside his body controlling his actions. As the figure in the shadows appears more and more, Lewis is possessed by its power, unable to free himself. Has Lewis awakened a force beyond his control? And can Uncle Jonathan, Mrs. Zimmermann and Rose Rita make it in time to rescue Lewis?

The Letter, the Witch and the Ring:
Rose Rita wishes she could go to camp like her best friend, Lewis. She's sure that boys get to have all the fun, but instead she must stay at home and get ready to attend Junior High, where she will have to do "girly" activities—something she hates! That is until Mrs. Zimmermann offers her an adventure of her own—a trip to cousin Oley's farm. Mrs. Zimmermann's cousin Oley has left her his farm, as well as a ring that he thinks is magic. But when Mrs. Zimmermann and Rose Rita arrive at the deserted farm, the ring has mysteriously vanished. Strange things start to happen around them—Mrs. Zimmermann becomes ill, Rose Rita keeps on seeing scary images and Mrs. Zimmermann goes missing. What power does this magical ring have? Will the person who took the ring use it to do evil? And will Rose Rita be able to rescue Mrs. Zimmermann from whatever evil force has taken her?

A fantastic retelling of the story of Aladdin with some of your favourite Mr Men! Mr Funny has discovered a magic flying carpet which flies him to the desert! There he finds a magic lamp with a very sad Genie who offers to grant him three wishes. What fun! What will Mr Funny wish for? And will any of his wishes make the Genie smile? The Mr Men and Little Miss Magic series takes kids on a series of sparkling adventures where they meet some extraordinary characters including a dragon, an ogre, a mermaid, a princess, a fairy, pirates and many others. These colourful adventures will delight children of two years and upwards. Bold illustrations and funny stories make Mr Men and Little Miss the perfect story time experience.

Dierestories 1 is die eerste in ’n reeks diereverhale versamel deur G.R. von Wielligh. Die diereverhale wat Von Wielligh versamel het van die Khoi-Khoi, is van die oudste diereverhale in Suid-Afrika. Met die nuutste uitgawe kry die verhale ’n nuwe baadjie met die pragtige illustrasies van Dale Blankenaar.

Dierestories 1 bestaan uit 15 stories. Daar word onder andere vertel van die groot geveg tussen die lopende en die vlieënde diere; wie die voëls, die insekte en die diere as koning verkies het en ons maak kennis met Jakkals Spitsneus en arme, dom Wolf.

Meet fairies, witches and giants in this selection of 30 magical short stories by the world's best-loved storyteller. Perfect for children aged 5 and up!

From to goblin games to never-ending wishes, there's mischief afoot in these fun-filled short stories by Enid Blyton! Who will be on the receiving end of a trick, and who will win out with a treat?

Ideal for younger children being read to and for newly confident readers to enjoy independently, each story stands alone and is the perfect length for reading at bedtime or in the classroom.

Enid Blyton remains one of Britain's favourite children's authors and her bumper short story collections are the perfect way to introduce her work to a new generation of readers.

Read all of these bestselling short story collections by Enid Blyton:

• Animal Stories
• Springtime Stories
• Summer Stories
• Holiday Stories
• Summer Holiday Stories
• Summertime Stories
• Summer Adventure Stories
• Stories of Wizards and Witches
• Stories of Magic and Mischief
• Christmas Stories
• Christmas Tales
• Christmas Treats
• Winter Stories

For every young person who dares to dream... This unique collection of 28 incredible short stories written by talented young writers during lockdown from around the world, aged 6 to 19, showcases the astounding talent of today's children and young adults. Be transported to the distant islands and mystical lands. Meet fairies, mermaids, dragons, the three little pigs and experience fierce storms, brutal battles, and forbidden love. The best stories from the The little Big book Competition created by The Lil' Author Skool.

Do you believe in magic? Can you imagine a war between wizards, a rebellious ant called 4179003, or a time-travelling television? Can you imagine that poor old Mr Swimble could see a mysterious vacuum cleaner in the morning, and make cheese sandwiches and yellow elephants magically appear by the afternoon? Welcome to the wonderful world of Sir Terry Pratchett, and fourteen fantastically funny tales from the master storyteller. Bursting from these pages are food fights, pirates, bouncing rabbits and magical pigeons. And a witch riding a vacuum cleaner, of course. 'One of the most consistently funny writers around' Guardian