Fairy Tales & Folklore Audiobooks

Grimm's Fairy Tales

From Children's and Household Tales (German: Kinder und Hausmarchen) Grimm's Fairy Tales was first published in 1812 by the Grimm brothers, Jacob and Wilhelm. Though earlier editions included material deemed unpalatable to modern audiences, subsequent editions softened some of the violence and raciness of the original. Containing 62 stories, including Briar Rose (Sleeping Beauty), Hansel and Grete, Snow White and Rose Red, and Ashputtel (Cinderella), this collection was praised by W.H. Auden as among the founding works of Western culture.

The Brothers Grimm (Author), George Newbern (Narrator)

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Katherine of Carrick

The Katherine of Carrick Series - The world's youngest history detective sails the seas on a Viking ship discovering the heroines history has forgotten, to show the world, past or present, girls rock!"This swashbuckling historical-fantasy adventure resonates with the charm and gumption of George from The Famous Five dropped into Horrible Histories, but with the story world glamour of Pirates of the Caribbean."Book 1 - The Way of the Warrior - Read by the award-winning Morwenna Banks (voice of Mummy Pig in Peppa Pig ).Katherine's move to the famous castle town of Carrickfergus (Northern Ireland) promises a new beginning for an unconventional wanderlust family trying to salvage a life shattered by personal grief.Home-schooled, socially awkward and a self-diagnosed worrier with only a teddy bear and a rabbit as companions, obsessively curious Katherine hides from the world in books because the worry beast doesn't lurk there. But when Sammy the Bull and his gang of Terribles, invade her garden demanding the return of his former hideout, all seems lost.Desperate to re-establish sole command over her enchanted garden, Katherine accepts his "easy peasy" challenge only to discover that finding girl pirates was more than she bargained for. Forced to navigate the world outside of her sanctuary Katherine must find a way to go back in time to discover girl pirates before Sammy the Bull can retake the garden.As Katherine struggles to find her feet in a world peppered with deception, ruses, betrayal, loss and even a ghost ship, she discovers the emotional strength to face her worst fears.With the help of her go-to bear, Bienkie, the desperate-to-be-a-superhero rabbit and the remarkable Harry Gold and the Pieces of 8, Katherine shows the world that bullies beware, girls can do anything and everything!Boys are allowed as long as they can keep up!#fightlikeagirl become a #warriorseeker!Join the #projectpublish #epic #adventure and become a #guardian of #grlpwr

Annie Holmes (Author), Morwenna Banks (Narrator)

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My Sister's Song

The warrior Mithra must repel a Roman legion alone and armed only with one very tasty weapon.The Romans are marching! To protect her lands and her tribe, Mithra comes up with a sticky solution to an impossible problem. Presented in glorious full-cast audio with a original score by Danny Schade, ArtisticWhispers Productions and New York Times best selling author Gail Carriger present this historical fantasy short story about a woman warrior defending her homeland against the greatest power the ancient world had ever seen.

Gail Carriger (Author), Dawn Phynix, Full Cast (Narrator)

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Wild Beast

Inspired by a story told to the author while on safari in 2015, The Wild Beast describes the creation of one of Africa's most unusual animals, the wildebeest. According to oral tradition, the Creator built this unique beast out of leftover parts from other magnificent animals found on the continent. Horns from buffalos and stripes meant for zebras. Tails from giraffes and bumps meant for camels. This creative retelling will introduce little ones to a story rich in both imagery and in lesson: Take what you need to live. Take no more. Waste nothing.

Eric Walters (Author), Christian Down (Narrator)

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Dr. Critchlore's School for Minions

Welcome to Dr. Critchlore's School for Minions, the premier trainer of minions for Evil Overlords everywhere. No student is prouder to be at Dr. Critchlore's than Runt Higgins, a twelve-year-old werewolf. (At least he thinks he's twelve. He was abandoned at the school as a baby, so he can't say for sure.) Runt loves everything about Dr. Critchlore's. He loves his classes-like History of Henchmen and Introduction to Explosives. He loves his friends-like Darthin the gargoyle and Syke the tree nymph. And he loves his foster family, who took him in when his wolf pack couldn't.             But not everyone loves Dr. Critchlore's as much as Runt. After a series of disasters, each worse than the next, it's clear that someone is trying to shut the school down. It's up to Runt, who knows the place better than anybody, to figure out who's behind the attacks . . . and to save his home, and Dr. Critchlore himself, from total destruction.   Praise for Dr. Critchlore's School for Minions "An Addams Family for a new generation, filled with bizarre, peculiar, and sometimes downright silly characters. Readers, whether evil or not, are going to love the imaginative world that is Dr. Critchlore's." -Michael Buckley, bestselling author of the NERDS and Sisters Grimm series "Werewolves, minions, evil overlords, junior henchmen, AND terrifying girl explorers. Dr. Critchlore's School for Minions has got it covered. Clever and funny. I laughed throughout!" -Andrea Beaty, author of Attack of the Fluffy Bunnies and the bestselling Rosie Revere, Engineer "Dr. Critchlore's School for Minions is one cool ghoul school, but behind the monstrous mayhem and creepy, comedic antics is a heartfelt theme of friendship. Evil Overlords need not force their minions to enjoy this spooktacular romp!" -Tony DiTerlizzi, co-creator of The Spiderwick Chronicles "A droll addition to the magical school genre, worthy of a seat toward the front of the (Harry) Potter-wagon." -Kirkus Reviews  

Joe Sutphin, Sheila Grau (Author), Nate Begle (Narrator)

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The Rite of Wands

One boy...one Rite... And a world of deadly secrets that could change the course of history-foreverAnd so begins the tale of Mierta McKinnon. When a horrible fate reveals itself during his Rite of Wands ceremony, he must find a way to change not only his destiny but also the land of Iverna's.Forbidden from revealing the future he foresees to anyone, he is granted a wand and his magical powers, but still must master the realm of magic in order to save himself and those he loves.But Mierta is not the only one with secrets...especially when it's impossible to know who to trust.

Mackenzie Flohr (Author), Chris Walker-Thomson (Narrator)

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Gorilla Tactics

Runt Higgins needs answers, fast. Someone cursed him to die on his sixteenth birthday- but no one seems to know who cursed him or why. He decides he must find the Great Library, where all true knowledge is stored. Unfortunately, the only people who know the location of the Great Library are a covert network of librarian-spies who have sworn to protect the Library's secrets. And when one of Runt's professors is attacked, it soon becomes clear that others are also out to find the Library at any cost. Meanwhile, Runt's not the only one whose days are numbered. To save the floundering school from an inevitable sale, Dr. Critchlore takes some desperate measures. His master plan to save the school? A fashion show.

Joe Sutphin, Sheila Grau (Author), Nate Begle (Narrator)

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Polar Distress

Runt Higgins has a long to-do list. He needs to find out who cursed him, and why; he needs to make up with his best friend, Syke; and he needs to pass the Junior Henchman Training Program. That last one? Not likely. Professor Murphy hates Runt and is actively trying to fail him.   The only way for Runt to pass the class and stay at Dr. Critchlore's School is to locate a rare mineral that Dr. Critchlore needs to make an Undefeatable Minion. To find it, Runt must travel to icy Upper Worb and battle gyrfalcons, yetis . . . and the loathsome team from Dr. Pravus's school. Their newest member? Runt's former best friend, Syke.

Joe Sutphin, Sheila Grau (Author), Nate Begle (Narrator)

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Twice Cursed

In the race to create the Undefeatable Minion, Dr. Critchlore's longtime rival, Dr. Pravus, is winning. As Dr. Critchlore rallies his troops, Runt is kidnapped. As the last prince of Andirat, he must lead the rebellion in his home country.   Isolated from his minion friends, Runt grows suspicious of the rebels, who seem to be working with Dr. Pravus. Runt knows he must escape and tell Dr. Critchlore, but reaching him activates Runt's curse, giving him just days to live! His only chance for survival: Stop Dr. Pravus and win the allegiance of the witch who cursed him. Fortunately for Runt, he knows just the minions for the job.  

Joe Sutphin, Sheila Grau (Author), Nate Begle (Narrator)

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First Prize for the Worst Witch

Penguin presents the audiobook edition of First Prize for the Worst Witch by Jill Murphy, read by Gemma Arterton. Accident-prone Mildred Hubble is the Worst Witch at Miss Cackle's Academy. She's always getting her spells wrong and landing herself in trouble. But Mildred is in the last term of Fourth Year and determined to prove that she's not as useless as everyone thinks - could it be First Prize for the worst witch after all? The Worst Witch is back - and it's as subtly feminist as ever - New Statesman

Jill Murphy (Author), Gemma Arterton (Narrator)

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The Blanket and the Bear: A Whimsical Story of the Endless Possibilities of Love

The Blanket and the Bear, A Whimsical Story of the Endless Possibilities of Love, is a magical fantasy of make-believe in which a Blanket and a Bear fall in love and get married. This musical poem for children is a charming poetic tale by famous songwriter and singer Buffy Ford Stewart, and is great for young children and their parents who enjoy beloved children's stories that warm the heart. Lovely as a bedtime story for young kids or as a gift for families with young children, this sweet tale of love crosses typical wedding boundaries when a teddy bear and blanket fall in love and their friends join them for a garden wedding. With a happily-ever-after ending and teddy bear love, this book for kids wraps us in love and magical wishes and helps young children feel calm and accepted. This is certain to become a favorite story for kids in your life.

Buffy Ford Stewart (Author), Buffy Ford Stewart (Narrator)

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The Curse of the Children

Stories ancient, stories new, what secrets will they reveal?Hannah and Cameron are leaving town. Mom and Dad have decided to steal the family away to a cabin in Champoeg State Park where they can wrap their heads around everything that's happened to them.But have they just walked into Spina de Mùl's clutches and an ancient family curse?Clang, clang, clang: The sword against the golden gate.The treasure waits within.Click now to join the Troyers in Book One of the Gates of Aurona series! Recommended for ages 8-12.  "reminiscent of the Chronicles of Narnia or the Dark is Rising series...Into the Hare Wood is charming from the outset."  - Portland Book Review "Macalino weaves together our world with mythic reality artfully, and the illustrations are perfect for the tale."  -Elizabeth Metz, Amazon Vine Voice "Engaging, imaginative, and just the right amount of spooky!"  - LyP, Amazon Reviewer

Tonya Macalino (Author), Kate Marcin (Narrator)

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