Anthologies & Short Stories

This edition encompasses the best short fiction ever written for children. The beloved, enchanting fairy tales, such as of Cinderella and the Sleeping Beauty, thrilling stories packed with the adventures of Sindbad and Aladdin, excerpts from iconic works such as Oliver Twist and Gulliver’s Travels—all this and many more stories that inform, educate, entertain, and enthral children and fill them with wonder and fire up their imagination, have been included in this covetable collection.

Meet the cat who went to see the Queen, the bird who loves shiny things and the horse that turned into a pig. This collection of short stories by Enid Blyton is filled with exciting animals ready for adventure!

Drift into a world of quiet wonder with Willow and the Cozy Lizard, an enchanting bedtime story about a curious girl named Willow and her tiny, scaly friend, Lizzie. Join them as they discover the magic in everyday moments—from shared berry snacks and games of garden hide-and-seek to watching fireflies dance under starry skies. Filled with warm sensory details and gentle adventures, this book is perfect for snuggling up and dreaming sweet dreams. Uncover the heartwarming tale of an extraordinary friendship in Willow and the Cozy Lizard.

What happens when an ordinary kid meets an extraordinary parrot? Join Riley and Pip, a parrot so dazzling he's simply fabulous, on a series of enchanting adventures right in their own backyard and beyond! From solving the mystery of a missing sock to building the best nest ever and even trying to teach Riley to fly, every day is an explosion of color, laughter, and heartwarming friendship. Discover a world where feathers shimmer with secrets, everyday moments sparkle with magic, and the bond between a child and their feathered friend makes every bedtime a delightful journey.

Step into a world of wonder with Ella and her most unusual best friend, Barnaby, a badger fluffier than any you've ever imagined! Join this delightful duo as they explore the magic in everyday moments, from discovering secret midnight feasts and building the coziest rainy-day dens, to solving the mystery of missing acorns and even trying to teach a badger how to fly! Each enchanting chapter is filled with heartwarming discoveries, gentle adventures, and the unforgettable bond between a girl and her fluffy companion.

Embark on a delectable journey through the enchanting world of Candy Land in this delightful collection of short stories. "Candy Land: A Sweet Adventure" invites listeners of all ages to immerse themselves in a whimsical realm where sugary landscapes stretch as far as the eye can see and every corner holds a delicious surprise.

Step into a world brimming with miniature marvels and gentle discoveries in "Adventures in Grandma's Garden"! This enchanting collection of twenty bedtime stories invites young listeners to join a cast of curious children as they explore the hidden wonders right outside Grandma's back door.

What happens when the quiet woods Mason watches from his window whispers back? One magical twilight, a mysterious hoot leads young Mason to Orion, an owl with eyes like liquid gold and feathers as soft as secrets. When Orion leaves a special feather gift, it's more than just a feather—it's an invitation.

A dark-clad Persian woman fills her calendar with death. The Deadly Violin plays an unearthly, fatal tune. The Maggot and The Blood-Drawing Ghost creep over the countryside. They are part of a gruesome crowd of monsters, skeletons, and banshees from all over the world that is ready to have you howling with delight!

The warrior Aeslynn arrives in Queen Enanna's realm advising there is a war in the earth realms and seeking a rider, a dragon who carries a dragon warrior, to take her back to the earth realms. The rider Anitane a battle worn dragon raised far from the Dragon Court now under the protection of Queen Enanna is requested. They travel to the earth realm where to her surprise the belligerent Anitane takes a liking to his warrior and chooses to remain. Learn about their journey.

Mike and Mary are siblings obsessed with technology—Mike with his video games and Mary with her online videos. But when a fierce storm knocks out all power and crashes their devices, their mom takes them to the library, much to their dismay. Reluctantly wandering through endless rows of books, they stumble upon a mysterious glowing bookmark. Their encounter with Jefferson, the enigmatic Master Librarian, reveals that the bookmark is magical—it can transport them into the very stories they’ve ignored for so long.

Geschichten, die Kinder stark machen! Die Hörbuch-Reihe nimmt Kinder in ihrer Gefühlswelt ernst und setzt Akzente auf Augenhöhe. Gepaart mit einer biblischen Geschichte oder einem christlichen Wert lädt sie zum Nachdenken und Träumen ein – und vor allem: sie inspiriert! Diese Ausgabe enthält Geschichten aus der Themenwelt "Hoffnung", "Traurigsein" und "Trost". Es geht um den Abschiedsschmerz, wenn der beste Freund umzieht. Es geht um die Trauerfahrung, als Opa gestorben ist. Und es geht um Hoffnungsmomente.

What happened when Belle visited Buckingham Palace, when Billy fell down a hole, and when Benny tempted Belfry down from a tree with dog food? In these entrancing short stories, written by schoolchildren from Ruskington village in Lincolnshire, England, join the six bell characters in some of their funny, heartwarming, and magical adventures. Discover what Bessie, Belle, Boo, Billy—and his pet bat, Belfry—Bob, and Benny get up to when no one is looking.

From backyard digs to battles across time and space, Maverick and Emmett are two brothers on a collision course with chaos. Face-to-face with roaring dinosaurs, creepy clowns, robot uprisings, and monster truck battles, their adventures are never ordinary—and neither are the worlds they crash into.

Ob auf dem Weg ans Meer, in die Berge oder einfach für entspannte Stunden auf dem Balkon – mit dem neuen Hörbuch „Die 30 besten Kindergeschichten für den Urlaub" beginnt das Abenteuer schon beim Hören! Die liebevoll erzählten Geschichten sind der perfekte Begleiter für die Ferienzeit. Mit viel Fantasie und Humor entführen sie Kinder ab 3 Jahren in kunterbunte Traumwelten voller Überraschungen.