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Kloud9 is an exclusive magazine for youth, encapsulating interesting and motivational content for the listeners, by the listeners. The aim is to develop their creative talents and showcase them too. Kloud9 organises an All-India Short Story Contest in two categories every year - Junior (classes VII to IX) and Senior (classes X to XII, also referred to as first year graduation). Reaching for Kloud9 comprises award-winning stories from Junior and Senior categories, 2015-17.

For over five decades, Ruskin Bond has written charming tales that have mesmerized readers of all ages. This collection brings together his finest stories for children in one volume. Published previously as a Treasury of Stories for Children, this attractive rejacketed edition includes two new...

A keepsake edition with 25 stories.Beautiful illustrations accompanying the stories make it a fun readEngages middle-school students--an essential book to be stocked in librariesA collection of Ruskin Bond's best stories with endearing characters--hand-picked by the author himself.All Time...

A brand-new title from Michael Bond chronicling new and exciting adventures of Paddington Bear! Somehow Paddington always finds himself in extraordinary situations, so it is no surprise when he appears in a popular TV cooking show, finds himself on a stage giving one of his hard stares to a...

A thrilling novel from the bes-tselling children's author. When a Hag, an orphan boy and a troll called Ulf get sent to rescue a princess from an ogre, they expect it to be a fairly standard magical mission. But the ogre is depressed and the princess doesn't want to be rescued. The Norns who rule their fates decide to take things in hand - will the Ogre meet a bloody end, or will he get a happy ending?

“Bears like Paddington are very rare,” says Mrs Bird, “and a good thing too, or it would cost us a small fortune in marmalade.” Stephen Fry returns to tell us the continuing saga of Paddington and the Browns. READ BY STEPHEN FRY. The Brown Family first met Paddington on a railway station...

When Paddington returns from his trip to Peru, he doesn t waste any time getting back to business. The Stock Exchange, the ballet, the barber s shop, Mr. Curry s kitchen...nothing is safe when Paddington gets to work. First published in 1966, Paddington at Work is the seventh novel by Michael...

Meet Barkus. Barkus is well-trained. Barkus is loyal. Barkus is generous. Barkus is family. The exuberant Barkus and his lucky young owner jump, whirl, and twirl across this delightful series from the award-winning Patricia MacLachlan...

In this hilarious sequel to the hugely popular Barking Up the Wrong Tree, Sally Stick and her shaggy best friend Fetch discover plenty more mysteries to solve. Like, is there a beaver loose in the town? Who is the handbag thief? And, most importantly, why does Uncle Bob's house always smell of biscuits? Somehow, despite the accidents, misunderstandings and general confusion that dog the hapless pair wherever they go, they always get results. And they have a lot of fun along the way!

Ever since Paddington started working in the garden, it s been a bit quieter in the Brown household. But with Paddington around, things never stay quiet for long. From a paw-sticking toffee disaster to a slight scorching of Father Christmas s beard, Paddington brings a splash of adventure to...

Paddington has warmed the hearts of generations of readers with his earnest good intentions and humorous misadventures. This brand-new edition of the classic novel contains the original text by Michael Bond. What other bear but Paddington could find himself sent home on his first day of school?...

The classic novel now available on audio! Paddington Bear loves to lend a paw. From taking a saw to Mr. Curry s kitchen table to extinguishing a surprise flambé, each time Paddington helps out, things tend to get messier before they improve. But with his special tool kit, his playful wits...

Brought to you by Penguin. ‘We is in Dream Country,’ the BFG said. ‘This is where all dreams is beginning.’ This edition of The BFG, part of The Roald Dahl Classic Collection, is perfect for Dahl fans old and new. So, enter a world where invention and mischief can be found on every page...

The classic novel now available on audio! The Browns are going on holiday to France, and Paddington is in charge of the eyetinnery. He has the whole trip planned down to the last marmalade sandwich, but somehow he takes the family far off the beaten path. With Paddington in charge, one...

The latest novel from bestselling author Jean Ure – perfect for fans of Jacqueline Wilson and Cathy Cassidy A warm-hearted story of friendship, school life and drama – and the perils of sharing a secret… After all, even best friends don’t tell each other...

Megamonster, from Children's author David Walliams. On a volcanic island, in the middle of shark-infested waters, stands The Cruel School. The lessons are appalling, the school dinners are revolting and the teachers are terrifying – especially the mysterious Science teacher Doctor Doktur. When...

A fantastically funny story about the classic bear from Darkest Peru – now a major movie star! Hurrying forward, he held out a welcoming hand. “Sir Percival Rushmoor,” he said. “I’m invigilating.” “I’m sorry to hear that, Sir Percival,” said Paddington. “I hope you feel...

Paddington has warmed the hearts of generations of readers with his earnest good intentions and humorous misadventures. This audio edition of the classic novel contains the original text by Michael Bond. Paddington doesn’t intentionally turn his friend’s wedding into an uproar by getting the...

Paddington has warmed the hearts of generations of readers with his earnest good intentions and humorous misadventures. This new edition of the classic novel contains the original text by Michael Bond. What other bear but Paddington could find himself sent home on his first day of school? Or...

Only a bear like Paddington could find himself taking a driving test by mistake, becoming a model at an art school, or being sawed in half at a magic show. No matter what adventures await, Paddington always comes through with flying colors. First published in 1979, Paddington Takes the Test is...