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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.

This enchanting collection of fairy bedtime stories is perfect for helping little ones relax and settle down for a peaceful night’s sleep. Filled with gentle adventures, kind-hearted fairies, and soothing storytelling, each tale is designed to calm busy minds and create a cozy bedtime atmosphere. Whether it’s a fairy granting wishes in a moonlit garden or a tiny winged friend guiding a lost traveler home, these dreamy stories will lull children and toddlers into a restful slumber—one magical adventure at a time.

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!

In this series we explore the many facets of love through literary talents that span both time and country. Love is good. It’s positive, a source of joy, nourishment and all over goodness. But sometimes other more malevolent forces come to play. They infect that love, they see their form as better. Instinctively we would shy away but sometimes its pull is too powerful, almost attractive. We are drawn closer into the shadows.

Short stories have always been a sort of instant access into an author’s brain, their soul and heart. They can lift our lives into locations, people and experiences with a sweep of landscape, narration, feelings and emotions that is difficult to achieve elsewhere. A decade of monumental change and slaughter. Many of society’s telling questions are cast aside in times of that speak of greater needs, greater priorities. For these talented authors their ideas and words keep these magnificent stories at the forefront of our literary lives.

Presenting an audio anthology of Victorian ghost stories to chill you to the bone this holiday season.

There is no better way for your child and puppy to unwind for the day that a collection of calming animal stories that will help them settle down for nap time and bedtime. So grab your favourite teddy and join us as we explore some magical worlds together.

Create a calming environment for your little one to fall asleep to with this collection of calming 5 minute short stories. Get comfy, grab your teddy and settle down, as we wind down for the day and allow your little one to get a perfect night's sleep.

Love. Perhaps the one word solution for everything. An emotion, a state of mind that we strive for, search for. A wondrous force that binds, inspires, and a force that can spin out of control; unbalanced and fragile. Love reflects, changes and embraces us all. In this series we explore the many facets of love through literary talents that span both time and country.

In this volume we examine Gothic short stories from the woman’s point of view. More usually in this genre the main examples are almost always given as male. Well, in this volume we prove that view needs severely testing. Here we explore works by classic women authors who, with the sheer breadth of their talents and narratives, can make mere men seem tame by comparison.

We understand how hard it can be for young children with dyslexia to get into books, which is why we have produced this collection of entertaining classic short stories to help your little one enjoy the magic of stories from authors such as Beatrix Potter, The Brothers Grimm and Hans Christian Andersen. Building on personal experience, this collection will help your little one enjoy some of the most entertaining children's stories that have been loved for generations.

Settle down for bed time with this collection of calming bedtime stories for 2 to 5 year olds. Each story will transport your little one to a magical adventure and get them ready to fall asleep into a deep relaxing slumber.

Through these delightful classic short stories and fairy tales your little one will build the tools needed to help relax with their ADHD and build resilience. We know how hard it is to relax with ADHD which is why we've handpicked this collection of stories to help your little one to settle and relax.

Embark on an extraordinary voyage through the enchanted realms of mythical creatures and celestial legends with this captivating collection. Dive into the timeless tales of unicorns, dragons, and moon lore that have fascinated humanity for centuries.

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.

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. 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.

Short stories have always been a sort of instant access into an author’s brain, their soul and heart. They can lift our lives into locations, people and experiences with a sweep of landscape, narration, feelings and emotions that is difficult to achieve elsewhere. In this volume we come up against the definition of Northern Europe. There are many, each with plausibility and each so obvious. So, here’s ours.