Bedtime Science

Poppy the fairy wishes she could fly as high as all of her friends, but there's just one thing—her wings are very small! When Poppy spots a lost gnome far from his glade, she is determined to use her wings and get him to safety. But can this little fairy fly to the rescue and still get back home before bedtime? Weaving a journey from lively beginning to gentle end, this enchanting, heartwarming tale is perfect for little listener everywhere and will help them settle down for bed.

When 11-year-old Malky and his younger brother Seb become the owners of a 'Dreaminator', they are thrust into worlds beyond their wildest imagination. From tree-top flights and Spanish galleons, to thrilling battles and sporting greatness—it seems like nothing is out of reach when you can share a dream with someone else. But impossible dreams come with incredible risks, and when Seb won’t wake up and is taken to hospital in a coma, Malky is forced to leave reality behind and undertake a final, terrifying journey to the Stone Age to wake his brother....

"Nightlife in Lucktown" invites listeners into the enchanting world of Lucktown, a town where magic thrives under the cover of darkness and adventures await at every turn. This captivating collection of short stories follows the adventures of a group of adventurous children - Lily, Jack, Emily, and Thomas - as they explore the wonders of their vibrant town under the moonlit sky.

All Twinkle wants is to be a big sister. When her wish comes true and there's a surprise at the end of the rainbow, Twinkle must get her new baby brother, Fizz, back home before bedtime. But with the forest filled with so much magic and adventure, will Twinkle and Fizz manage to get to sleep in time? Weaving a journey from lively beginning to gentle end, this heartwarming bedtime tale is perfect for children with new siblings and will calm sleepy unicorns everywhere!

Join Vlad, the mystical purple and yellow ribbon, in this enchanting bedtime story as he confronts Vex, a villain who thrives on fear. When young Britney awakens from a nightmare, she finds herself trapped in shadows. Just in time, Vlad arrives with his mighty hammer, Knox, to show her that even the smallest hero can conquer darkness.

In this inspiring magical bedtime story, a young boy named Pip finds himself surrounded by mysterious gold ribbons, symbols of strength, hope, and courage. But when Gazer, the Lord of Darkness, appears to feed on Pip's fear and despair, it feels like all hope is lost. Enter Kid and Tata, two brave superhero ribbons, ready to fight for Pip’s life. Armed with unshakable belief and inspiring courage, they stand by his side, battling the darkness with everything they’ve got. In this short story, Pip learns that he’s not fighting cancer alone.

A Gift from Tata is a heartwarming bedtime story filled with mystical characters and heroic adventure. Follow Lily, a young girl whose mother is battling breast cancer, as she receives a magical visit from Tata, a pink ribbon hero with the power of healing and strength.

In the bustling City of York, two heroic Ribbons, Kid and Vlad, stand guard against the forces of evil. Known for his quick thinking, Kid teams up with the mighty Vlad, the strongest Ribbon of all. When the villain Grim hatches a new plan to steal Knox, a powerful hammer said to grant unimaginable strength, danger looms on the horizon.

In "The Boy Who Outsmarted a Troll," young listeners are whisked away on an enchanting journey through a mystical forest filled with trolls, magic stones, and daring adventures. Follow the courageous Lucas as he embarks on a quest to outsmart the cleverest of trolls and discover hidden treasures beyond imagination.

Travel across oceans and discover the vengeful wrath of a river god in Kayo Chingonyi's West African tale. Soar too close to the sun with Inua Ellam's timely story of a young refugee girl. Fly to a mysterious castle inhabited by a cursed prince with Helen Mort's retelling of 'East of the Sun, West of the Moon'. Uncover the truth of #Bluebeard with Joelle Taylor's modernised fairy tale. Look to the constellations with Will Harris' futuristic Greek tragedy, and never, ever answer to your name in Malika Booker's Trinidadian re-creation of the douen.

Goodnight Dragon follows the nightly routine of a little dragon. Kids love listening to our little dragon brush his teeth, floss, sharpen his horns, practice breathing fire, and more. This dragon audiobook for kids is a great example of the important things all kids should do before bedtime. The extended audiobook version of this book comes with music and sound effects.

When Sophia dreams that howling winds whisk the fur and feathers right off her animal friends, she shares some of her clothes with them. But her clothing doesn't work well for the animals. Seeing their disappointment, she offers to sew each one the "right" coat. Animals line up to explain what they need and why. Polar Bear needs white fur to stay warm and hide in the snow. Fish needs scales with slime. Snake needs scales, too, but dry ones. And how will Sophia make a prickly coat for Porcupine?

Embark on an enchanting journey with Calia, a young sprite born from magic, as she discovers the power of independence, friendship, and inner strength in a world filled with wonders and challenges.

Join young Leo on an extraordinary journey filled with magic, adventure, and self-discovery in "The Boy Who Ran Faster Than the Wind." This enchanting children's bedtime storybook weaves a captivating tale that will transport listeners to a world where dreams take flight and the wind whispers secrets.

Miles Fenby is a clever five-year-old boy whose life is in turmoil (for a five-year-old). His family has just relocated for his dad's work, and his mom is pregnant with a second child. When Miles and his dad assemble his brand-new bunk bed (approved by Inspector 9, according to the packing slip), there's an extra piece whose purpose they can't quite figure out. Later that night, Miles is amazed to discover that the mystery piece is a key that transports him (and his bed) to grand adventures with Inspector 9....

Epic adventures with dragons and mermaids, exciting decisions, and incredible journeys will be waiting for your child in this audiobook. However, all the stories contain a moral message of great importance. Join the heroes of these stories, learn valuable lessons, get carried away by magic, and have fun before going to sleep!

An artist takes us through his day, from his own particular perspective. A short story from Guys Read: Other Worlds, edited by Jon Scieszka.

Trinity is lost in the forest, and she can't find her mother. It's up to the Dream Catcher Rescue Squad to guide her through this horrible nightmare. But what if they get lost as well?

When a high-profile pirate is slain, the Pirate Federation takes decisive action and begins training up a ship of dedicated vampire hunters. Amongst the dynamic crew is young pirate prodigy Connor Tempest. Meanwhile, Connor's twin sister Grace enjoys a bittersweet reunion with their mother, Sally, who has some important and shocking news for her daughter. As Grace uncovers the truth about her family's past, she realises that she and Connor face a daunting and uncertain future.

Penelope the Pixie and Godfrey the Gnome are on the lookout for a safe place to rebuild their homes away from those troublesome Elfs, Orks and Trolls! Along the way they meet a young dragon, Esmerelda, and a new friendship is born!