Short For Children

An outlaw private eye meets a woman who has a horribly-blackened eye and offers to do something about it. Unlicensed outlaw private eye Joe Beck stops off at bar in Trinidad, Colorado. Inside, he meets a woman named Brandi, a brunette bombshell who's working behind the bar. She's slim, tanned and attractive. She has it all. Except, her left eye is horribly blackened, something she admits to having been caused by the hand of an abusive ex-boyfriend. Beck offers to deal with the guy, no questions asked in a move that sees him sucked into the dealings of a couple of crooked cops and a local ...

Have you ever seen a Shakespeare play and come away without fully understanding it? Or wished you had known the basis of the plot before seeing a play by Shakespeare? Are you studying Shakespeare? Would you like to increase your knowledge of the plays without reading the originals? Then these are the recordings for you!

Maintaining good personal relationships with their suppliers is one of the secrets of the Cackleberry Club Café’s success, so Suzanne doesn’t mind going out to Mike Mullen’s dairy farm to pick up some wheels of cheese. She’s looking forward to a nice visit with the mild-mannered farmer before heading back to the café’s hectic kitchen. But when she arrives, Mike’s nowhere to be found. The moaning of his cows leads her to look in the barn, where she discovers a bloodcurdling sight - the farmer’s dead body.

A contemporary collection of original short stories by Anica Mrose Rissi that is sure to elicit chills, laughs, and screams, even from the most devoted fans of Scary Stories to Tell in the Dark! A game of hide-and-seek goes on far too long. A lookalike doll makes itself right at home. A school talent-show act leaves the audience aghast. And a summer at camp takes a turn for the braaaains.

SHORT-LISTED IN THE LICHFIELD AND DISTRICT WRITERS´ SHORT STORY COMPETITION A funny, charming and original story that will be loved by children and adults alike. In an old book of Philosophy there were once five naughty and rebellious letters. They belonged to the word: ORDER. And it happened one day that the letters were so bored and the panorama around them was so gloomy, that they decided to jump out of the line in which they were imprisoned and run and play through the yellowing pages of the book. "Come on, let's jump," shouted the "O", excitedly.

Long-listed in the Fish International Short Story Competition 2013/2014. Peter is a humble shoemaker who works very hard to provide for his family. They live in an old house in a remote village, where the winters are harsh and food is in short supply. One night, Peter was working late, as usual, when a strange visitor suddenly appeared on the walls of his workshop. It was a visitor unlike any other...

Lisa Scottoline and Francesca Serritella are back with another collection of warm and witty stories that will strike a chord with every woman. This four-book series is among the best-reviewed humor books published today and has been compared to the late greats Erma Bombeck and Nora Ephron. This fourth volume, Have a Nice Guilt Trip, maintains the same sterling standard of humor and poignancy as Lisa and Francesca continue on the road of life, acquiring men and puppies.

From 20-year veteran storyteller Pleasant DeSpain, known for reducing folktales to their essence, 20 "retellable" folktales from around the world. Folktales captivate generation after generation because they remind us that our forebears overcame seemingly insurmountable odds and we can, too! Folktale characters show us the best in ourselves; our sense of humor, our perseverance, our resilience that overcomes giant hurdles, and our innate sense of fair play.

Iggy has one passion: building. His parents are proud of his fabulous creations, even though they're sometimes surprised by his materials - who could forget the tower he built out of dirty diapers? When his second-grade teacher declares her dislike of architecture, Iggy faces a challenge. He loves building too much to give it up! Andrea Beaty's irresistible rhyming will charm creative kids everywhere and will amuse their sometimes bewildered parents.

Five tales which range from the jungles of India to the frozen emptiness of the North... In all of them, Kipling's extraordinary powers of description and ability to identify with human aspiration and animal survival are vividly shown. Rikki-Tikki-Tavi must battle with Nag, the cobra, in his territory; Toomai has a unique glimpse of the elephant world, Kotick, the White Seal, searches for sanctuary, while Kotuko has to find food for his starving Eskimo village. Above all, Kipling's love of life in all its variety shines through.

Are you ready for some delightfully dreadful tales? From cheeky pixies and naughty imps to hair-raisingly horrid children and tricks gone wrong, there is abundant mischief in these cautionary short stories by Enid Blyton. These traditional tales are ideal for listeners of all ages. Each story stands alone and is the perfect length for listening at bedtime or in the classroom. Enid Blyton remains one of Britain's favourite children's authors and her bumper short story collections are perfect for introducing her to the latest generation of readers.

Markas hear news about dead people with weird symbols on their bodies. He decides to investigate symbols at the library to see if he can find anything. Shortly after he starts having dreams about the people and the rituals done to them. In one of such dreams Markas seeing visions of his own dad…

Step into a whirlwind of imagination with the third volume of Seriously Smart Shorts—a vibrant collection of wildly original tales straight from the minds of young storytellers! Packed with humour, heart, and just the right amount of mischief, this anthology features everything from time-travelling wishes and misunderstood monsters to cheeky Skittles and heroic cats. Each story was dreamed up through the creative magic of an after-school storytelling club, where ideas are as bold as the characters who fill these pages. Curated and written by T.P. Heath, an experienced author and ...

Adam Rubin is back with this companion to The Ice Cream Machine, inviting you into six thrilling new worlds filled with daring and danger, mystery and mayhem—not to mention explosions! In a swanky New York City hotel, a reclusive guest appears to have spontaneously combusted. On a school field trip to a human anatomy museum in space, two kids try to pull off the greatest prank in history.

Fairy Story Shorts offer beautiful retellings of traditional tales, and are especially suitable for telling to children at bedtime! This tale is taken from the collection Fairy Stories and Fairy Stories: Traditional Tales for Children, Contemporary Tales for Adults by Clive Johnson, also published by Labyrinthe Press.

🌟 Discover a World of Imagination: A Collection of Heartwarming Children's Stories, fully illustrated 🌈 Embark on a captivating journey through this enchanting collection of children's stories that will ignite the imagination and warm the hearts of readers young and old. From brave adventurers to aspiring astronauts, these tales celebrate the resilience, dreams, and unique qualities that make each child extraordinary. 📘 This enchanting collection is a celebration of diversity, dreams, and the universal themes that connect us all. Each story is a treasure trove of imagination, ...

Thirteen emotionally gripping short stories of loss and self-discovery told in both traditional and experimental forms, set in times ranging from the seventies to the near future, yet resonating today. In “Indian Land,” a thirteen-year-old’s family is ordered to leave a Mohawk reserve, the only home he’s known. A woman spends Thanksgiving at her partner’s childhood home in “Through the Woods,” only to find the concept of family may be more elusive than she thought. On the last bus back home to the suburbs, a recently demoted executive is harassed by a menacing thug who sits ...

In this collection of spine-chilling tales, a doll comes to life and haunts a little girl, a young writer only has one hundred words to let others know about an approaching danger, and a boy is trapped in an underground bunker with spooky people who have been missing for years and years.

Words can be such a powerful force and if used correctly, they have the ability to shape who we are. This is such a vital time in children’s lives because they are busy laying down the foundation of who they will become. With books such as this one, you can control the lessons that your child consumes. Watch your little one explores the limits of their imagination, while you guide them through the experience. Mold memories that will last forever.

The Cul-de-Sac Kids is a lighthearted chapter-book series for young listeners written by the talented Beverly Lewis. Each book centers on the often-humorous escapades of these endearing neighborhood friends as they learn together the value of friendship and faith. An enjoyable listen for both parents and kids! Volume Four features Piggy Party, The Granny Game, Mystery Mutt, Big Bad Beans, The Upside-Down Day, and The Midnight Mystery.