Literature & Fiction

In the real world, Pandora is homeless. Her family sleeps in a car parked in a municipal lot. But when a wizard attacks one night and her parents go out to defend their home, Pandora is transported to a magical upside-down world, where only rich people live in cars. Instead of the grimy parking lot with its chain link fence and glaring streetlights, Pandora finds herself parked on a golf course in an exclusive country club in the back seat of a Lamborghini.

A young girl, Flo, befriends an old horse kept in the stables of her riding school. She learns that this horse, Augustus, was once a world champion show jumper, but is now crippled and bitter. Is it Flo's imagination, or is there always the same magpie somewhere near this horse? Little does she know that the two animals are lifelong friends who share a magical secret.

Tasiawelanu and the Healing Blanket is a story about the powerful bond between a grandson and his grandmother. Tasiawelanu is Iroquois and moves from Santa Fe, New Mexico, to New York City. He has long hair and a very long name that is hard to pronounce. He has a hard time fitting in. When his grandmother visits from Santa Fe, everything changes.

Who's Dwindle? I bet you are curious to know. My little brother, Mr. Linguini, is curious, too. My name is Lady Hershey, and I am Mr. Linguini's big sister. Mr. Linguini is so very excited that Christmas is near, so I am going to read him these little stories about Santa Claus' youngest elf, Dwindle.

Twin disasters strike Bowwow in rapid succession! Unknown forces steal rare biblical artifacts from the history museum. Will they ever be recovered? Meanwhile, a fiery supervillain and the Condiments Gang show up in Catburg City. They cut a wide reign of terror through the industrial district, bombing banks and robbing businesses. Who is this masked menace? What is his sinister plot? Can Power Pup withstand the heat of his wrath?

Clumsiness is Chumley Stumblefoot's superpower. So much so, in fact, that everyone just calls him Clumsy. But when he trips up and insults history in front of his teacher, he has no idea the crazy old man is going to send him 500 years back in time to get an education on it.

Everyone's on edge when massive creatures are sighted lurking deep in the Pacific. But smooth-talking Parker smells an opportunity. He convinces his vice principal that the middle school is in danger, winning his classmates a day off…a kaiju day. But Parker's clever scheme backfires when the army swoops in and puts everyone on emergency lockdown. Now, his classmates are trapped at home with their parents, who insist on limiting their screen time, making them eat Brussels sprouts, and sharing their feelings.

The Family Tree: The Night of the Storm is a heartfelt self-help children's story about a family's tree that loses a branch in a storm. It is an adventure that gives life lessons pertaining to child development.

Discover a range of Pimpa audiobooks in this special collection! Pimpa, Armando, and all of their animal friends are ready to dive into a world of unforgettable adventures. From trips to China and Africa, rides on soft clouds, mysteries to be solved, and museum visits, the Pimpa stories will amuse you, enchant you, and take you on a journey through your imagination! "La Pimpa - Storytime Collection" is perfect for anyone who would like to join the friendly, red-spotted dog on a bunch of thrilling adventures! Pimpa is a cheerful, red-spotted dog.

This inspiring kids' book, filled with empowering narratives, teaches children to embrace their individuality and to value the unique attributes of others. Written and created by Tammy Louise, this special book fosters confidence, understanding, and collaboration among young listeners. The book wonderfully emphasises the power of uniqueness, and how it helps in building stronger relationships and solving problems creatively. As the book says, "Being unique doesn't just benefit us–it can also help others."

Imagine exploring the world through the eyes and perspective of a teddy bear. Come along for the fun, when a boy named Buddy learns about the different places of the world from his bear, Travis. Based on a child’s firsthand experiences with an elementary school project, Travis the Traveling Bear is the unique story of an adventurous bear and his letters home from around the globe.

Are you aware that thousands of children every year report feelings that they don’t fit in or are not normal? This playful children's book uses fun rhymes, humorous animals, and human characters to highlight that our unique traits make us special. Let's join a little ducky named Lucky on his exciting first day at school, as he embarks on a journey of self-discovery. Lucky's unusual looks catch his teacher's and classmates' attention, leaving everyone wondering if he has spots, dots, or chickenpox. Not sure about it himself, Lucky embarks on a quest for answers.

Casgliad o ddeg chwedl enwog o Gymru—Cantre'r Gwaelod, Gwylliaid Cochion Mawddwy, Twm Siôn Cati, Merched Beca, Branwen a Bendigeidfran, Maelgwn Gwynedd, Llyn y Fan Fach, Rhys a Meinir, Dic Penderyn, a Breuddwyd Macsen.

Ella loves fairies. She reads books about fairies, makes fairy villages, and has a fairy door in her room. And she is sick and tired of everyone telling her that fairies aren’t real. She is determined to convince her parents, her friends, everyone at her school, and the whole world that fairies are real. When her little brother, Leo, finds a mysterious key hidden in an old barn, strange things begin to happen. The key might just unlock the secret of fairy magic and Ella might have her chance to prove to everyone that fairies are real. But someone else wants the key, too.

The world of planet Erf is full of secret enemies and hidden conspiracies that threaten the very survival of all living things. Only our unlikely heroes, Roger Briggs and Mary Maddam, hold the key to defeating this evil force—the unborn Dragon Prince Regor, last surviving heir of the Dragon Dynasty and the prophesied savior of Erf.

Mary Lennox starts her life as an unhappy victim of circumstance. After the loss of her parents, she moves to rural Yorkshire to live with a distant uncle where she resents the wildness of the countryside. At first, she struggles to find a place in this new existence. Although unsure about her surroundings and its occupants, through the gentle guidance of the maid she gradually becomes interested in the story of Mrs Craven, who apparently used to spend her time in a garden at the house, the key to which has vanished. 

With all of the pluck and charm of its eponymous young hero, Rachel McAdams (The Notebook, Spotlight, Midnight in Paris) delivers a spectacular reading of Montgomery's beloved bildungsroman. In moments both funny and bittersweet, McAdams' voice is imbued with the spark that has made Anne a much-loved symbol of individualism and cheer for over a century.