Fairy Tales & Folklore Audiobooks

The Hero's Guide to Storming the Castle

Prince Liam. Prince Frederic.Prince Duncan. Prince Gustav. You remember them, don't you? They're the Princes Charming, who finally got some credit after they stepped out of the shadows of their princesses,Cinderella, Rapunzel, Snow White, and Briar Rose,to defeat an evil witch bent on destroying all their kingdoms. But alas, such fame and recognition only last so long. And when the princes discover that an object of great power might fall into any number of wrong hands, they are going to have to once again band together to stop it from happening,even if no one will ever know it was they who did it. Christopher Healy, author of the acclaimed The Hero's Guide to Saving Your Kingdom, takes us back to the hilariously fractured fairy-tale world he created for another tale of medieval mischief. Magical gemstones, bladejaw eels, a mysterious Gray Phantom, and two maniacal warlords bent on world domination, it's all in a day's work for the League of Princes. Christopher Healy is the author of The Hero's Guide to Saving Your Kingdom as well as a reviewer of children's media. He lives with his wife and two children in New Jersey.

Christopher Healy (Author), Bronson Pinchot (Narrator)

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What to Buy the Shadowhunter Who Has Everything (And Who You're Not Officially Dating Anyway)

A short story about Magnus Bane, an immortal warlock in The Mortal Instruments series. The eighth story in a new series of ten e-only short stories about fan-favorite Magnus Bane, who features prominently The Mortal Instruments and The Infernal Devices, which will begin in April 2013 and conclude in January 2014.

Cassandra Clare, Sarah Rees Brennan (Author), Jordan Gavaris (Narrator)

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Treasury of Egyptian Mythology

The new "National Geographic Treasury of Egyptian Mythology" is a stunning tableau of Egyptian myths, including those of pharaohs, queens, the boisterous Sun God Ra, and legendary creatures like the Sphinx. The lyrical storytelling of award-winning author Donna Jo Napoli dramatizes the timeless tales of ancient Egypt in the year when Angelina Jolie will make Cleopatra a multimedia star. And just like the popular "National Geographic Treasury of Greek Mythology," the stories in this book will be beautifully illustrated to bring ancient characters vividly to life. The stories are embellished with sidebars that provide historical, cultural, and geographic context and a mapping feature that adds to the fun and fascination. Resource notes and ample back matter direct readers to discover more about ancient Egypt. With its attractive design and beautiful narrative, this accessible treasury stands out from all other mythology titles in the marketplace.

Donna Jo Napoli (Author), Christina Moore (Narrator)

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Night of Cake & Puppets

In this new stand-alone novella from New York Times bestselling author Laini Taylor comes the story of a romantic, funny, and fantastical first date. In Night of Cake & Puppets, Taylor brings to life a night only hinted at in the Daughter of Smoke & Bone Trilogy--the magical first date of fan-favorites Zuzana and Mik. Told in alternating perspectives, it's the perfect love story for fans of the series and new readers alike. Petite though she may be, Zuzana is not known for timidity. Her best friend, Karou, calls her "rabid fairy," her "voodoo eyes" are said to freeze blood, and even her older brother fears her wrath. But when it comes to the simple matter of talking to Mik, or "Violin Boy," her courage deserts her. Now, enough is enough. Zuzana is determined to meet him, and she has a fistful of magic and a plan. It's a wonderfully elaborate treasure hunt of a plan that will take Mik all over Prague on a cold winter's night before finally leading him to the treasure: herself! Violin Boy's not going to know what hit him.

Laini Taylor (Author), Kevin T. Collins, Khristine Hvam (Narrator)

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The Complete Pedro’s 200 Fables Master Collection

Perfect for bedtime, car rides, and classrooms, these whimsical tales will delight children of all ages. This entertaining and educational collection features two hundred stories by noted Spanish children’s author Pedro Pablo Sacristán. Translated into English and produced with full music and sound effects, The Complete Pedro’s 200 Fables Master Collection also includes many never-before-released tales that will charm the entire family. Stories include: “Searching for Stars,” “The Magic Tree,” “The Day of Silence,” “The Funny-Looking Fairy,” “The Hair Thief,” “The Lion,” “The Ticklish Kid,” “The Grumpy Tree,” “The Mocking Tiger,” “The Queen’s Journey,” and many more.

Pedro Pablo Sacristan, Pedro Pablo Sacristan, Pedro Pablo Sacristán (Author), Joe Bevilacqua, Joe Bevilacqua, Lorie Kellogg, Lorie Kellogg (Narrator)

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Pedro’s Fables: Plants, Pets, and Birds

More funny children stories by noted Spanish author Pedro Pablo Sacristán, translated into English, in themes kids love! Perfect for bedtime, car rides, or anywhere you go, Pedro’s Fables: Plants, Pets, and Birds is both entertaining and educational. Produced with full music and sound effects, this delightful tale is sure to charm the entire family. Stories include: “The Magic Tree,” “The Lazy Little Bird,” “Friends from the Vegetable Patch,” “Tubby the Pot-Bellied Cat,” “The Grumpy Tree,” “The Little Stone Bird,” “The Carnivorous Plant and the Butcher,” “Batbird,” “Peggy’s Talking Pets,” “The Tree and the Vegetables,” “A Pessimistic Dog,” “The Poor Bunny’s Magic Present,” and “A Strange Bird Shop.”

Pedro Pablo Sacristan, Pedro Pablo Sacristan, Pedro Pablo Sacristán (Author), Joe Bevilacqua, Joe Bevilacqua, Lorie Kellogg, Lorie Kellogg (Narrator)

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Pedro’s Fables: Goofy Kids

More funny children stories by noted Spanish author Pedro Pablo Sacristán, translated into English, in themes kids love! Perfect for bedtime, car rides, or anywhere you go, Pedro’s Fables: Goofy Kids is both entertaining and educational. Produced with full music and sound effects, this delightful tale is sure to charm the entire family. Stories include: “The Ticklish Kid,” “The Little Glutton,” “Looking Out the Window,” “That’s Enough!,” “The Boy and the Cabbage,” “Cheerful Charlie,” “Win or Lose,” “The Chair,” “Grandfather’s Coins,” “The Angry Brothers,” “The Tidy Toys,” “Earth, Swallow Me Up!,” and “A Mad Man in the City.”

Pedro Pablo Sacristan, Pedro Pablo Sacristan, Pedro Pablo Sacristán (Author), Joe Bevilacqua, Joe Bevilacqua, Lorie Kellogg, Lorie Kellogg (Narrator)

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Die schönsten Pferdegeschichten

Pferde - treue Begleiter des Menschen, aber auch oft der Gegenstand von märchenhaften Erzählungen! Da gibt es fliegende Pferde, sprechende Pferde, verwunschene Pferde, die erlöst werden müssen - und die zwölf schönsten Geschichten mit ihnen sind hier versammelt. Vom Märchen mit der Gänsemagd und Falada, dem sprechenden Pferd bis hin zu den geheimnisvollen sieben Fohlen! Inhalt: Das wilde Pferd und der Königssohn, Das Hexenpferd, Zar Oley und sein Ross, Das Goldpferd, die Mondlampe und die Jungfrau im Zauberkäfig, Die sieben Fohlen, Das Pferd der Laima, Das Wunderross Friedrichs von Zollern, Die Gänsemagd, Das Kupfer-, Silber- und Goldgestüt, Des Schwarzenbergers Bekehrung, Das hölzerne Pferd, Das Zauberross.

Diverse (Author), Jürgen Fritsche (Narrator)

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The Heroes of Olympus, Book Four: The House of Hades

At the conclusion of The Mark of Athena, Annabeth and Percy tumble into a pit leading straight to the Underworld. The other five demigods have to put aside their grief and follow Percy's instructions to find the mortal side of the Doors of Death. If they can fight their way through the Gaea's forces, and Percy and Annabeth can survive the House of Hades, then the Seven will be able to seal the Doors both sides and prevent the giants from raising Gaea. But, Leo wonders, if the Doors are sealed, how will Percy and Annabeth be able to escape? They have no choice. If the demigods don't succeed, Gaea's armies will never die. They have no time. In about a month, the Romans will march on Camp Half-Blood. The stakes are higher than ever in this adventure that dives into the depths of Tartarus.

Rick Riordan (Author), Nick Chamian (Narrator)

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Wolf Princess

Abandoned in a blinding blizzard in the wintry wilds of Russia, Sophie Smith fears for her life. But just like in a fairy tale, a princess comes to her rescue: the beautiful, exotic Anna Volkonskaya. When the princess takes a particular interest in her, Sophie grows concerned. Even as the wind and wolves howl outside, is she in more danger now, a prisoner of the palace, than she ever was lost in the snow?

Cathryn Constable (Author), Beth Kent (Narrator)

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Will in Scarlet

Will Scarlet is on the run. Once the sheltered son of nobility, Will has become an exile. While his father, Lord Shackley, has been on the Crusades with King Richard, a treacherous plot to unseat Richard has swept across England, and Shackley House has fallen. Will flees the only home he’s ever known into neighboring Sherwood Forest, where he joins the elusive gang of bandits known as the Merry Men. Among them are Gilbert, their cruel leader; a giant named John Little; a drunkard named Rob; and Much, an orphan girl disguised as a bandit boy. This is the story of how a band of misfit outlaws become heroes of legend - thanks to one brave 13-year-old boy.

Matthew Cody (Author), Maxwell Caulfield (Narrator)

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Empire of Bones

Fans of both Percy Jackson and Indiana Jones will be captivated by the lost civilizations, ancient secrets, and buried treasure found in the third book of the Ashtown Burials series, an action-packed adventure by N. D. Wilson, the author of Leepike Ridge and the 100 Cupboards trilogy. Cyrus and Antigone Smith have thwarted Dr. Phoenix's plans—for the moment. And they've uncovered a new threat from the transmortals and managed to escape with their lives. Their next adventure will take them deep into the caves below Ashtown, where they will look for help from those imprisoned in one of Ashtown's oldest tombs.

N. D. Wilson, N.D. Wilson (Author), Thomas Vincent Kelly (Narrator)

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