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Each of these 11 stories lures the unsuspecting reader into the ghostly world of the supernatural. Who has not been afraid of something? These gripping stories explore the possibilities – hair-raising, spine-chilling, blood-curdling. Here’s something for everyone who enjoys a good scare.Ghosts range from an evil kitchen boy with a recipe for death to a tiresome invalid at the top of an apple tree. There’s Old Nick himself in one story, and a tale of second sight, and even a ghost story especially for dog-lovers!

When Teresa Tamworth gives birth to only one female piglet in her litter, it causes a sensation among the animals at the Rare Breeds Survival Centre. Young Triffic's independent and boisterous ways soon arouse the disapproval of the others. Little Triffic is the most amazing piglet. When she becomes friends with Octavius, the grumpy old mule, the unlikely pair turn into a huge hit with all the visitors.

On this unabridged program, listeners will hear all the original Raggedy Ann stories, as they follow Raggedy Ann to Marcella's nursery and watch her quickly become the leader of the dolls, and the world. After learning a lesson from a naughty raid on the pantry, Raggedy Ann strives to be good, and succeeds.

Stare if you dare, into Paul Jennings' wild world. How will you stop a thousand rabbits breeding in your bedroom?

Zauberhaft und geheimnisvoll ist Astrid Lindgrens Märchenwelt. Petra und Peter, zwei Kinder so groß wie Puppen, tauchen plötzlich in der Schule auf...

Ostern steht vor der Tür - hier gibt es die passenden Ostergeschichten zum Hören! Eine Auswahl an kurzen Geschichten rund um Peter Hase und seine Tierfreunde! Meisterhaft erzählt von Beatrix Potter. Musikalisch untermalt mit klassischer Musik von Johann Sebastian Bach.

Mark is scared of the dark, but when he thinks his Great Gran is in trouble, nothing is going to stop him from coming to her rescue. Young Angela is obsessed with Jimmy Jelly, her favourite TV personality, though the rest of the family can't stand him - that is, until he comes to open a shop in the local shopping mall!

This book is a collection of Jack London's short stories about his experiences sailing and seal hunting in the Pacific Ocean during the late 1800s. An additional adventure looks at life along the Sacramento River. A special section describes the different types of sailing vessels, and a glossary helps the listener understand nautical terms.

Embark on a thrilling adventure with "The Boy Who Became King of the Pirates," a captivating bedtime storybook that will transport young listeners to the high seas and beyond. Follow the journey of Jack, a courageous young boy with a heart full of dreams and a spirit of adventure. In this enchanting tale, Jack discovers a mysterious map that leads him on a quest for treasure, encountering daring challenges and unexpected allies along the way.

Follow the adventures of Franky the Frog and his best friend Felix the Fly. Franky is a very happy frog. Do you want to find out why he is so happy? This is an excellent storybook for early readers, listening aloud at home, and as a bedtime story.

This is a short story for both young and old, with many layers to enjoy. It is hoped that it will prompt discussion about the importance of taking risks, whilst developing an understanding of personal resilience. Our children and young people are growing up in a dynamic, complex and ever-changing world. Having the ability to embrace change and to absorb and adapt in a positive way, is as important as ever.

How the Stars Came to Be is a whimsical tale that follows the journey of a curious and brave young Native American girl, Kaya. In a world where the night sky is an empty canvas, Kaya, with her question about the absence of stars, sets forth an ancient prophecy that leads her on a magical quest.

Spider Chicken dominates, but what is he? A spider chicken should not exist in Minecraft. I mean, just saying the words "spider chicken" sounds wrong. But, because of a mad scientist villager intent on creating chimera mobs, he does exist. Listen to this first book in the Diary of a Spider Chicken series to find out how the spider chicken came to be and what he plans to do about it.

Ted Hughes wrote a series of stories for children from the early 1960s through until 1995 about how the world, and the creatures in it, came into being. Meet the Polar Bear whose obsession with her snowy white fur is so great that she can live only in a landscape surrounded by her own reflection; the Whale, growing in God's garden beside the carrots; King Leo, who began life because God was hungry for his sausages; poor Parrot's painful defeat in the marriage song contest at the wedding of Man and Woman; and Sparrow's heroic battle against the bird-swallowing Black Hole.

The Christmas Stories and Poetry by George MacDonald is a heartwarming and spiritually enriching collection of holiday tales and poems by the celebrated Scottish author George MacDonald. This anthology includes a selection of his most cherished works, such as "The Gifts of the Child Christ," "A Christmas Carol," "A Christmas Prayer," "Christmas Meditation," and more. George MacDonald's writings are known for their profound spiritual insights and the timeless moral lessons they convey. In this collection, he brings the magic and wonder of Christmas to life through his storytelling and poetry.

In den Tiergeschichten von Beatrix Potter tummelt sich nicht nur der berühmte Peter Hase, sondern auch dessen Freunde, Häschen Benjamin, Frau Winnie Wisch-Wasch, Schweinchen Schwapp, Jemima Pfützenente, die Flopsi-Hasen, Katze Ribby und Ingwer, die freche Mausefamilie, Eichhörnchen Timmy Zehenspitz und viele mehr. Das Hörbuch enthält 13 humorvolle Geschichten. Dazu erklingt die klassische Musik von Johann Sebastian Bach. Ein Hörbuchgenuss für Jung und Alt.

Here is a collection of stories about school life that will appeal to every kind of school-goer. These are incidents from the author's own life, when he was a shy, quiet boy in boarding school who chose the library over the football field and was known as the best cook among the Boy Scouts. Read about beloved and eccentric characters like the strict Mr Oliver, Miss Babcock, the school nurse, and the principal who once went missing.

Chi lo dice che ogni storia deve avere un finale? A Gianni Rodari non piacevano le regole date senza motivo, e che una storia fosse obbligata ad avere uno e un solo finale, gli sembrava una regola da mettere alla prova, per vedere se era una regola buona o no. Ed ecco il risultato: "Tante storie per giocare", un libro di racconti bizzarri, a volte fiabeschi a volte surreali, dal finale aperto. L'autore ne suggerisce tre per ogni storia, e invita i bambini a scegliere quello che preferiscono e motivare il perché, oppure a scriverne uno nuovo da loro stessi.

Joseph Rudyard Kipling was born December 30, 1865 in Bombay, India. The name Rudyard was taken from a lake in Staffordshire, England. At the age of six, he and his younger sister were sent back to England where they lived with separate families that took in children for hire. He returned to India at age sixteen. Rudyard knew literary success at a young age and was able to travel. He married Carrie Balestier, an American, and moved to the United States. The Jungle Books were written in Vermont. He died January 18, 1936 in Middlesex, England during an operation.

El señor del mal nació en la tierra de los orcos y es, según cuentan los humanos, el ser más despiadado que han conocido jamás. Dicen de él que es cruel, solitario y maligno, tanto como su dragón. Cansado de su mala fama, el señor del mal, se ha propuesto cambiar la situación y para ello ha ideado un plan con el que, no sin malos entendidos, conseguirá su objetivo.