Fairy Tales & Folklore Audiobooks

Twisted Fairy Tales: The Ninjabread Man

"Once upon a time, a fairy tale went very wrong! This new twist on a traditional story is packed with fun, humour, and energy. Long ago, in ancient Japan, two ninja warriors had everything they wanted in life, except for a child. So they decided to bake one! Out of the oven leaped a speedy, sneaky, and brave Ninjabread Man... who went on to cause absolute chaos! This hilarious tale will be sure to thrill readers aged 6+. ABOUT THE SERIES: Twisted Fairy Tales are classic children's stories retold with a hilarious spin for young readers. Meet alternative heroes as they encounter strange sidekicks and not-so-arch-enemies. But will they get their happy ever after?"

Stewart Ross (Author), Gabrielle Glaister (Narrator)

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Twisted Fairy Tales: Think You Know These Classic Tales? Guess Again!

"Once upon a time, six famous children's stories were magically reimagined ... with hilarious results! Meet the sneaky Ninjabread Man; cheeky Little Rude Riding Hood; ground-shaking Cinder-Elephant; and clever Octo-Puss in Boots. Snow White has ditched her woodland cottage for a spaceship and seven robots ... and the Three Little Narwhals are on the run from the Big Bad Shark! This wonderful compendium brings together riotously funny retellings of well-known tales by popular children's authors Chris Jevons, Samantha Newman, and Jo Franklin. Perfect for readers aged 6+."

Jo Franklin, Samantha Newman, Stewart Ross (Author), Gabrielle Glaister (Narrator)

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Queen of Sea and Stars

"As a child, Faye Morgan was always an outsider, shunned for the ancient and powerful magic that runs through her veins. Ever since she was a little girl, growing up in the village of Abercolme on the wild coast of Scotland, her life has been steeped in the old ways – witchcraft, herbal lore and a blood connection to the dangerous and unpredictable world of Faerie. But magic is both a gift and a burden, and Faye has more than paid the price of living between two worlds. Neither accepted by the villagers, nor welcome in Murias after rebuffing the fickle and attractive Faerie Warrior King, Finn Beatha, Faye runs from Abercolme, hoping to leave that life behind. However, even in the twisted, cobbled streets of London, Faye finds her blood bond with Faerie won’t be broken. A Faerie War of the Elements is brewing and, though she doesn’t yet know it, Faye is fated to play a terrible part. If she is to survive, she must learn to embrace her own dark power and face Finn Beatha once more... but in doing so Faye will discover secrets in her own past that never should have been disturbed. A gripping, magical, action-packed novel, perfect for fans of K.F. Breene's 'Natural Witch', Sarah J. Maas and Leigh Bardugo. 'Queen of Sea and Stars' can be read as part of a series, or as a standalone. Contains mature content. Not suitable for younger readers. What readers are saying about 'Queen of Sea and Stars': ‘A sexy and intoxicating novel... The battle between light and dark played out in very magical way for Faye that kept me on the edge of my seat... cast its own spell upon me, leaving me wanting more and more.’ The Luminessence, 5 stars ‘The chemistry between the characters is palpable and sparks fly... There is a mystery to the way the story unravels and it takes you for a ride you won’t soon forget. I’d recommend this book to anyone who enjoys some paranormal fun.’ Up All Night with Books ‘A warm story of magic and witchcraft... The plot twists and turns and takes a few detours to get to the ending.... A very enjoyable read!!!’ Tonya’s Book Reviews Anna McKerrow's titles have sold over 1k copies to date. - Anna McKerrow has written poetry, children’s and adult books. She lives in London and is originally from the West Country, which gave her accent a subtle (yet noticeable) pirate twang as well as a love of cream teas and all things mystical. She is an eclectic pagan witch and feminist who also loves crocheting blankets while watching episodes of Miss Marple. Anna loves mythology, magic, tarot, punk, grunge, rock and alternative music, fantasy and sci-fi novels, travel, luxury skincare products, chocolate, spas, candlelight and stormy beaches. She owns the requisite witchy black cat."

Anna Mckerrow (Author), Isobel Wood (Narrator)

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The Hydra: The Hercules Cycle Book I

"Hera has been pushed to the edge. Her power, authority, and legacy have been tarnished time and again by the calloused actions of her husband Zeus, but with the birth of the demigod hero Hercules her shame has been laid bare for all to see. To reclaim her sovereignty, Hera is willing to risk her throne, and even her life, to see Hercules meet his end. To this end, she plots a coup on Olympus and embroils herself in an alliance with a monster beyond even her control.  Secrets are revealed behind every turn. Rivalries and alliances are made and broken as Fate tests the resolve of mortal and immortal alike. In the aftermath, the far-flung consequences of their battle will leave the deepest wounds and blood on the hands of the denizens of Heaven and Earth.   This is Greek Mythology as it should be, seeped in love and hate, thrill and tragedy. Now performed with vivid and intense narration, this tale follows the young Hercules as he confronts his greatest challenge. The battle looms, leading to an outcome that will change his life forever.  The Hydra is the first in Varan Merten’s Cycle of Hercules novels. Each book in this series features the most dynamic monsters in the journey of Greece’s greatest hero. Each of these creatures challenges the demigod in a different way and leaves a mark that he will carry for the rest of his days. Choice and Fate blur as Hercules regains his freedom from the Labors and sets out to reclaim his rightful place among the gods.    "

Varan Merten (Author), Chasmandala (Narrator)

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[Spanish] - Mitos y Realidades de las Brujas y la Brujería: Todo lo que Querías Saber Detrás de la M

"¿Sabías que siglos atrás las brujas eran consideradas sirvientes del Diablo y eran cazadas por la humanidad? ¿Porqué siempre se les ha asociado con lo oculto y lo maligno? ¿Porqué hoy en día están muy presentes en nuestra cultura? Entonces sigue leyendo…   “Me he preguntado si hay brujas en el mundo... Pero lo que no puedo creer es que las haya ahora, entre nosotros..” - Arthur Miller   El camino que va de la brujería a la espiritualidad es muy pintoresco y está lleno de secretos, giros, rituales y personalidades atractivas.   La brujería tiene una historia que tiene similitudes con varias de las grandes religiones del mundo en cuanto a dramatismo, intriga, patetismo y triunfo. La brujería ha ocupado su lugar en el teatro religioso ecuménico.    Casi universalmente, desde la antigüedad, la brujería se ha asociado con la malevolencia y el mal. Se cree que las brujas no hacen nada bueno, que están interesadas en causar estragos y llevar la miseria a los demás. Pero, ¿cuánta verdad existe en la historia antigua de esta religión?     En este libro, descubrirás:    -   Toda la historia de la brujería a través de sus principales características..  -   Los medios más extraños por los cuales las brujas podrían causar daño a los demás.  -   Descubre el verdadero rol de una bruja en la comunidad.  -   Mitos alrededor de la “maldad” de una brujas”.  -   Conoce todo lo que es y no es una bruja.  -   Y mucho más…    ¡No detengas tu curiosidad! ¡Es tu momento de convertirte en un experto en el tema! ¡Desplaza hacia arriba y añade este libro a tu carrito de compra!"

Darren Sims (Author), Vinicio Aguinaga (Narrator)

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12 Fairy Tales Everyone Must Know

"Classic tales and stories are an fundamental part of children's development. They connect with the essentials of our culture; they awaken imagination and bring essential teachings. This specially designed compilation of essential fairytales ensure a powerful link between generations, as children discover and enjoy the stories that concured to their parents' development and other generations'. These stories include: Cinderella by Charles Perrault, Beauty and the Beast, Blue Beard, Snow White and Rose Red, Snowdrop and the Seven Dwarves, The Fairies, The Master Cat or Puss in Boots, The Sleeping Beauty in the Woods, The Frog Prince, The Princess and the Pea by Hans Christian Andersen, The Toad, and Rapunzel. All are narrated in a warm and lively way for the best of enjoyment."

Charles Perrault, Hans Christian Andersen, The Brothers Grimm (Author), Katie Haigh (Narrator)

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Aesop's Fables

"Aesop's Fables is a collection of fables credited to Aesop, a slave and storyteller believed to have lived in ancient Greece around the 5th century BC. These fables are charming stories, each one leading towards a wise moral. They have been the inspiration for La Fontaine, one of the greatest French writers of all time, and are a perfect tool for educating young children as well as a delight for lovers of elegance and simplicity. This selection of the most beautiful fables by Aesop includes : The town mouse and the country mouse, the Fox and the Stork, the Ass and the Lap-dog, the Lion and the mouse, Hercules and the wagoner, the Wolf and the Lamb, the Fox and the Grapes, among other treasures of ancient literature. - -"

– Aesop (Author), Katie Haigh (Narrator)

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Alice's Adventures in Wonderland

"Alice's Adventures in Wonderland began as a story told by Englishman Charles Ludwidge Johnson to three children in a boat, one of which was called Alice and enjoyed it so much she asked him to write it down for her. He did so, under the pseudonym of Lewis Carroll. He was thus releasing a strikingly tale of fantasy, games with logic, and a wildly original play on narrative structure. Today, Alice in Wonderland is the sixth-best-selling single-volume book of all time, and its imagery has had an enormous influence on popular culture and literature. Dive in the original rabbit hole, as told by the entrancing voice of Katie Haigh. - -"

Lewis Carroll (Author), Katie Haigh (Narrator)

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Canterbury Tales

"Geoffrey Chaucer, born about 1340, was the first great English poet. The immense popularity of the Canterbury Tales is shown by the number of manuscript copies still in existence. It was one of the first books printed in England. The vividness with which the author describes scenes and events and people, as if he had them before his eyes, is one of his greatest charms as a writer. Those who know him best place him second only to Shakespeare as a writer of delightful English. The spelling of Chaucer's time differs so much from ours that the difficulty of reading it discourages a great many people. The few stories here given are retold in the language of to-day: The Old Woman and the Knight; Death and the Three Revellers; Patient Griselda. - -"

Geoffrey Chaucer (Author), Katie Haigh (Narrator)

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Children's Favorite Poems

"Here is a collection of the most beloved English poems, from century-old anonymous nursery rhymes to delightful texts from Edward Lear to Lewis Carroll and Robert Stevenson. Rediscover the classics that have been passed from parents to children for generations: The Owl and the Pussy-Cat, Kindness to Animals, How doth the little busy bee, Twinkle twinkle little star, and 20 more timeless jewels, read by Katie Haigh. - -"

James Gardner (Author), Katie Haigh (Narrator)

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Tales of Robin Hood

"The legend of the famous hero Robin Hood originates in dramatic pieces and ballads from the 15th century in England. His story has been given shape and retold through the centuries, and is still universally known to children nowadays. The Tales of Robin Hood and his Merry Men, as retold by Mary Macleod, is a faithful rendition of the original Middle-age legend full of colorful and moral adventures. It is read by Katie Haigh, for the delight of children and as well as adults sensitive to literary style. - -"

Mary Mcleod (Author), Katie Haigh (Narrator)

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The Tinder Box, a Fairy Tale for Kids

"The Tinderbox is a literary fairy tale by The Tinderbox is a literary fairy tale by Hans Christian Andersen. A poor soldier returning home from war meets a witch who asks him to climb into a hollow tree to retrieve a magic tinderbox. In the tree, he finds three chambers filled with precious coins guarded by three monstrous dogs, 'one with eyes the size of teacups', who guards a vault filled with pennies, one with 'eyes the size of water wheels', who guards a vault filled with silver, and one with eyes 'the size of Round Tower', who guards a vault filled with gold; when the witch asks for the tinderbox, he kills her and keeps it for himself, thus acquiring the power of summoning the dogs. Their power and his cunning will end up saving his life. This story is one of Andersen's first tales; it has the wit and energy of a traditional folk tale like 'Aladdin' or 'Jack and the Beanstalk', in which the young hero overcomes adversity to end up as a successful adult. This tale is read by Katie Haigh, for the delight of children and parents alike.. A poor soldier returning home from war meets a witch who asks him to climb into a hollow tree to retrieve a magic tinderbox. In the tree, he finds three chambers filled with precious coins guarded by three monstrous dogs, 'one with eyes the size of teacups', who guards a vault filled with pennies, one with 'eyes the size of water wheels', who guards a vault filled with silver, and one with eyes 'the size of Round Tower', who guards a vault filled with gold; when the witch asks for the tinderbox, he kills her and keeps it for himself, thus acquiring the power of summoning the dogs. Their power and his cunning will end up saving his life. This story is one of Andersen's first tales; it has the wit and energy of a traditional folk tale like 'Aladdin' or 'Jack and the Beanstalk', in which the young hero overcomes adversity to end up as a successful adult. This tale is read by Katie Haigh, for the delight of children and parents alike. - -"

Hans Christian Andersen (Author), Katie Haigh (Narrator)

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