Audiobooks Narrated by Paul Panting

The Eddie Albert and the Amazing Animal Gang: The Curse of the Smugglers’ Treasure

The second hilarious and action-packed middle grade EDDIE ALBERT adventure from beloved comedian and bestselling author Paul O’Grady Eddie Albert and the amazing animal gang are BACK! Eddie and best friend Flo are spending the Easter holidays on the Romney Marshes with Aunt Budge and all his animals – Butch the dog, Bunty the hamster and pirate goldfish Dan and Jake. When the terrible Rancid Twins arrive in town, set on uncovering the secret mystery of the smugglers’ treasure, Eddie and Flo are drawn into a thrilling new adventure. Eddie must use his ability to speak to animals to enlist the help of two elegant alpaca, a friendly sheep called Doris and a famous film-star rabbit to save the day and reveal a treasure of epic proportions. Action-packed and hilarious, Eddie Albert is a technicolour cinematic adventure full of friendship, animals . . . and, of course, a wicked sense of humour.

Paul O’grady (Author), Alvaro Flores, James Goode, Lizzie Waterworth-Santo, Paul Panting (Narrator)

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Brilliant Bestsellers by Baddiel Vol. 2 (3-book Audio Collection): Person Controller, Birthday Boy,

Three brilliantly funny stories from the bestselling author David Baddiel. THE PERSON CONTROLLER Fred and Ellie are twins. But not identical (because that's impossible for a boy and a girl). They do like all the same things, though. Especially video games. Which they are very good at. They aren't that good, however, at much else – like, for example, football, or dealing with the school bullies. Then, they meet the Mystery Man, who sends them a video game controller, which doesn't look like any other controller they've ever seen. And it doesn't control any of their usual games. When the twins find out what it does control, though, it seems like the answer to all their problems. And the key to all their wildest dreams. At least it seems like that… BIRTHDAY BOY This is the story of Sam Green, who really, really, really loves birthdays. He loves the special breakfasts in bed. The presents. The themed parties. Blowing out the candles on his cake. Everything. He is so excited about his 11th birthday, in fact, that he wishes it was his birthday every day. So, at first, it’s quite exciting when his birthday happens again the next morning. And again. And again. And again… But it’s not long before things start to go wrong. Soon, disaster strikes, threatening something Sam loves even more than birthdays. Sometimes you have to be careful what you wish for… FUTURE FRIEND The year is 3020. Pip@256X#YY.3_7 is lonely and bored: she goes to virtual school on her G-Glasses, she only has a talking cat and parrot to hang out with, and she can’t even leave her LivingSpace due to the extreme heat and floods outside. Until the day that Pip explores a glowing ring in a lab and finds herself in a warehouse, in 2019. Where she meets boy-inventor Rahul – who is also lonely and bored. Together, Rahul and Pip are no longer lonely. But they have a whole load of new problems, including hiding talking animals from Rahul’s parents, and finding a way back to the future. Plus – just maybe – saving the world…

David Baddiel (Author), Aysah Kala, Morwenna Banks, Nneka Okoye, Paul Panting, Penelope Rawlins, Sartaj Garewal, Sid Sagar (Narrator)

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Gangsta Granny Strikes Again!

‘Walliams balances high comedy with an emotional message’ Daily Mail ‘Walliams does comedy with profound, genuine heart’ Guardian The new children’s book from No. 1 bestselling author David Walliams – an extraordinarily brilliant and rollicking mystery adventure illustrated by artistic genius, Tony Ross, and the sequel to the much-loved and bestselling Gangsta Granny. Ben is getting used to life without his beloved granny. She was a cabbage enthusiast, a Scrabble partner… and an international jewel thief known as The Black Cat. Now, only the memory of their extraordinary adventure to steal the Crown Jewels lives on. Then something inexplicable happens. World-famous treasures are stolen in the dead of night and the clues point to none other than The Black Cat? But that’s impossible…? Expect the unexpected in this wonderfully entertaining and laugh-out-loud adventure, which will have readers on the edge of their seats as they join Ben on his quest to unravel the mystery of the return of The Black Cat. This first ever sequel from David Walliams will delight new fans, as well as the millions of readers that have loved Gangsta Granny.

David Walliams (Author), Harry Enfield, Joanna Ruiz, Nitin Ganatra, Paul Panting, Sophie Thompson, Teresa Gallagher (Narrator)

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Gangsta Granny

READ BY DAVID WALLIAMS!! Another hilarious and moving novel from David Walliams, number one bestseller and fastest growing children’s author in the country. READ BY DAVID WALLIAMS!! A story of prejudice and acceptance, funny lists and silly words, this new book has all the hallmarks of David’s previous bestsellers. Our hero Ben is bored beyond belief after he is made to stay at his grandma’s house. She’s the boringest grandma ever: all she wants to do is to play Scrabble, and eat cabbage soup. But there are two things Ben doesn’t know about his grandma. 1) She was once an international jewel thief. 2) All her life, she has been plotting to steal the Crown Jewels, and now she needs Ben’s help…

David Walliams (Author), Joanna Ruiz, Nitin Ganatra, Paul Panting (Narrator)

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The Boy Who Got Accidentally Famous

From million-copy bestselling author David Baddiel comes a laugh-out-loud story for readers of 8 and up that takes you on a roller-coaster ride of fame and friendship… Nothing extraordinary has ever happened to Billy Smith. In fact, every single thing about him is ordinary, including his name. But when a documentary crew turns up at Billy’s school to film the new TV series School Daze, everything changes. Billy shouldn’t stand out: all the other kids are much more interesting than him. But when remixes of his boring class presentation go viral, Billy finds himself accidentally an overnight star. With his friends Bo and Rinor by his side, his life turns into a whirlwind of red carpets, TV shows, albums and even the possibility of meeting Sunshine De Marto – the coolest girl on the planet. But as everyone knows, fame comes with a price… The Boy Who Got Accidentally Famous is an epically entertaining tale, which asks the question – what if everyone suddenly knew your name…?

David Baddiel (Author), David Rintoul, Harriet Carmichael, James Goode, Paul Panting (Narrator)

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Rudey’s Windy Christmas

A hilarious story full of noises and naughtiness. A sure-fire Christmas cracker of a book! “Oh, dearie me!” said Rudey. Now I’ve done a windy pop! This is a bit embarrassing. I’ll do my best to stop.” Rudey has eaten too many sprouts and the explosive effect is smelt all around the world as he Santa delivery presents on Christmas Eve… The other reindeer have laughed so much, they’re out of puff. How ever will they get the sleigh back home? A naughty, noisy, rip-roaring story, full of hilarious phrases that children will love!

Helen Baugh (Author), Paul Panting (Narrator)

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More Stories for Christmas

Five fun festive audio stories to entertain your little one over the Christmas season. Five entertaining audio readings of best-loved children’s festive stories for children of three years and over to enjoy at Christmas. This audio download is a heritage-rich collection showcasing some of the best-loved characters in children’s literature. Compiled by HarperCollins Children’s Books, it features popular stories by authors including A wonderful audio collection – perfect for families and friends to share at Christmas time! Playlist: The Snowflake by Benji Davies, read by Claire Foy Rudey’s Windy Christmas by Helen Baugh, read by Paul Panting Lettice – A Christmas Wish by Mandy Stanley, read by Jane Horrocks Merry Christmas, Blue Kangaroo! by Emma Chichester Clark, read by Joanna Lumley Merry Christmas, Splat by Rob Scotton, read by Phill Jupitus Copyright: The Snowflake text © Benji Davies 2020; Rudey’s Windy Christmas text © Helen Baugh 2014; Lettice – A Christmas Wish text © Mandy Stanley 2003; Merry Christmas, Blue Kangaroo! text © Emma Chichester Clark 2004; Merry Christmas, Splat text © Rob Scotton 2009

Benji Davies, Emma Chichester Clark, Helen Baugh, Mandy Stanley, Rob Scotton (Author), Claire Foy, Jane Horrocks, Joanna Lumley, Paul Panting, Phill Jupitus (Narrator)

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The Eddie Albert and the Amazing Animal Gang: The Amsterdam Adventure

The hilarious and action-packed middle grade adventure from beloved comedian and bestselling author Paul O’Grady. Unbeknownst to anyone, somewhat-unhappy and never-quite-fitting in 10-year-old Eddie Albert can speak to animals, including his pet dog Butch, his hamster and his two goldfish (who claim they were once pirates). But when Eddie is sent to stay with his eccentric aunt in Amsterdam, he discovers that she too has this gift… So begins a breathless cosmopolitan comic crime adventure, as Eddie, Aunt Budge, his new friend Flo and a whole gang of amazing animals take on the most-dastardly villain Amsterdam has ever seen, in a desperate race against time to save one of their own. Eddie Albert is a technicolour cinematic adventure packed full of friendship, animals, action… and always, of course, a wicked sense of humour

Paul O’grady (Author), Alvaro Flores, Brian Bowles, Eve Karpf, Jack Ayres, James Goode, Linda Thorson, Lizzie Waterworth Santo, Paul Panting, Rimba Creina Temple-Smith, Stephanie Racine (Narrator)

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Tobias and the Super Spooky Ghost Book

A lonely ghost finds an unexpected friend in this fantastically atmospheric story. Night after night, Tobias the ghost hangs around the empty house where he lives, longing for something interesting to happen. That is, until one day, a girl named Eliza moves in with her family… Armed with his grandad’s book of spells, Tobias starts to play tricks on Eliza, but has he met his match in this feisty little girl? Tobias might just be in for a few surprises himself… not to mention finding an amazing new friend! A delightfully energetic book, full of fun!

Tom Percival (Author), Paul Panting (Narrator)

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Five Little Pumpkins

Roll into Halloween with this wickedly funny rhyming book! Five little pumpkins sitting on a gate. The first one said, “My, it’s getting late!” The second one said, “There are witches in the air!” The third one said, “Good folk, beware!” Five little pumpkins are sitting quietly on a gate until… night falls and they are joined by a cast of creepy characters – witches, spiders, bats, frogs and ghosts – all determined to cause plenty of Halloween mischief. What a terrific treat!

Ben Mantle (Author), Paul Panting (Narrator)

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Stories for Halloween

Five fun Halloween stories to entertain your little one at Halloween. Five entertaining audio readings of best-loved children’s stories for children of three years and over to enjoy at Halloween. This audio download is a heritage-rich collection showcasing some of the best-loved characters in children’s literature. Compiled by HarperCollins Children’s Books, it features popular stories by authors including Rachel Bright, Benji Davies, Tom Percival and Rob Scotton. A wonderful audio collection – perfect for families and friends to share at Halloween! Playlist: Five Little Pumpkins (traditional rhyme), read by Paul Panting Love Monster and the Scary Something by Rachel Bright, read by Sarah Hadland The Grotlyn by Benji Davies, read by Peter Capaldi Tobias and the Super Spooky Ghost Book by Tom Percival, read by Paul Panting Scaredy-Cat, Splat! by Rob Scotton, read by Phill Jupitus Copyright: Love Monster and the Scary Something text © Rachel Bright 2015; The Grotlyn text © Benji Davies 2017; Tobias and the Super Spooky Ghost Book text © Tom Percival 2010; Scaredy-Cat, Splat! text © Rob Scotton 2010

Benji Davies, Rachel Bright, Rob Scotton, Tom Percival (Author), Paul Panting, Peter Capaldi, Phill Jupitus, Sarah Hadland (Narrator)

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Stories for Easter: The very best springtime stories to listen to at Easter

Seven of the best-loved springtime stories to entertain your little one over Easter. Seven entertaining audio readings of best-loved children’s springtime stories for children of three years and over to enjoy over Easter! This audio download is a heritage-rich collection showcasing some of the best-loved characters in children’s literature. Compiled by HarperCollins Children’s Books, it features popular stories by John Bond, Nick Butterworth, Judith Kerr, David Walliams and Rob Biddulph. Full of heart-warming stories, this wonderful audio collection is perfect for families and friends to share over the Easter holidays! Playlist: Mini Rabbit – Not Lost by John Bond, read by Lizzie Waterworth Santo One Springy Day by Nick Butterworth, read by Jim Broadbent If I Were the Easter Bunny read by Cassandra Harwood Mog and the Baby by Judith Kerr, read by Andrew Sachs The Slightly Annoying Elephant written and read by David Walliams Tad by Benji Davies, read by Dawn O'Porter Grrr! by Rob Biddulph, read by Paul Panting Copyright: Mini Rabbit – Not Lost Text © John Bond 2018; One Springy Day text © Nick Butterworth 2019; If I Were the Easter Bunny text © HarperCollinsPublishers Ltd 2009; Mog and the Baby text copyright © Kerr-Kneale Productions Ltd 1980; The Slightly Annoying Elephant text copyright © David Walliams 2013; Tad text © Benji Davies 2019; Grrr! by Rob Biddulph text copyright © Rob Biddulph 2015

Benji Davies, David Walliams, John Bond, Judith Kerr, Nick Butterworth, Rob Biddulph (Author), Andrew Sachs, Cassandra Harwood, Dawn O'porter, Dawn O’porter, Jim Broadbent, Lizzie Waterworth Santo, Paul Panting (Narrator)

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