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Ladybird presents First Favourite Tales Audio, a fabulous collection of classic stories for toddlers, brought to life through the magic of audio. Produced with enchanting sound effects and lively music that will delight children, and introduce them to the world's most famous stories. This...

In 2012, the World Shakespeare Festival conducted a survey to discover the favorite plays of Britons. This captivating collection features 21 unforgettable scenes from Shakespeares most beloved works, paying tribute to the genius of the Bard as we commemorate the 400th anniversary of his passing in 1616—the Shakespeare Quadricentennial. Join us in this celebration of literary brilliance, brought to life by the talented performances of Beth Thomas, Michele Eaton, Sonia, Tony Addison, and John Burlinson, with editing by Michele Eaton and John Burlinson. - Summary by John Burlinson

When we discovered we were having twins, a boy and a girl, I couldn’t believe our luck. Within months we would have the perfect family we’d always dreamed of. The first few years were so happy. Our house was chaotic but full of love, just as it should be. But as the years passed, we had to acknowledge that our son Ben needed a lot more support than Mollie. I had no choice but to put his needs first. I wanted him to have the best life possible. But it came at a devastating cost.

Sixteen-year-old Catherine Seymour has always idolized her elder sister Jane. As a child was groomed to be queen, to marry her cousin King Edward, and since his death she has been determined to restore her family's claim to throne. After spending time at Queen Mary's court, Jane has now returned home to Hanworth Park to the delight of Catherine and their brother Ned. To their surprise, Jane brings with her Lady Catherine Grey, sister of Jane Grey, the ill-fated nine-day queen, and heiress to the throne after Princess Elizabeth.

Dive into the enchanting world of beloved fairy tales, where timeless characters like Cinderella, the cunning Bluebeard, the brave Thumbling, and the stunning Beauty meet the Beast. These cherished stories are always fresh, captivating new generations of children every day as if they were penned just yesterday. This edition breathes new life into the classics with stunning illustrations that bring to life charming princes and exquisite princesses, enveloped in a magical atmosphere that would surely amaze our ancestors. Join us in celebrating the beauty and wonder of these age-old tales, now ...

Sheila O'Flanagan's My Favourite Goodbye is a delicious novel about finding love in unexpected places. Ash O'Halloran is happy with her futon, her flat, her cat and her job as a party caterer. She doesn't do impulsive. She is absolutely, perfectly in control of her single woman's life. And if she can't have relationships without complications - then she's content to carry on as she is. Ms Self-Contained. But when she's employed to cook the supper over which Dan Morland plans to propose to his girlfriend, suddenly she becomes party to someone else's relationship.

Isabella Ashton has always been her father’s favourite, but when she gets involved with the new Birth Control Movement, he is scandalised. A decade has elapsed since the end of the Great War and running a family planning clinic in Salford is challenging but rewarding work. Bella is grateful for the help of Violet Howarth, a generous-hearted woman who takes her in off the street. Before long, a friendship with Violet’s son, Dan, blossoms into the beginnings of love.

A thoroughly engaging collection of classic short stories from some of the greatest writers who lived.

A timeless collection of poems chosen by Classic FM listeners and read by an outstanding cast of actors, including Sir John Gielgud, Joanna Lumley, and David Tennant.

Classic FM Favourite Poems is a delightful anthology of British verse chosen through a Classic FM listeners poll. This new collection draws on the huge success of Classic FM Favourite Poems, published over 10 years ago. Enjoy all your favourite poems in these wonderful recordings.

Dive into a cherished collection of beloved fairy tales that have enchanted generations. This expertly edited and retold volume brings these timeless stories to life, reminding us of the magic and wonder we all experienced as children. (Summary by Lynne Thompson)

collection of favorite classic poems by some of our best loved poets, including Robert Browning, Rudyard Kipling, Thomas Hardy, John Keats, William Butler Yeats, Thomas Love Peacock, Alfred Lord Tennyson, William Shakespeare, Algernon Charles Swinburne, and others.

📚 Bookies’ Favourite is your go-to book club podcast for literary award shortlists

Enjoy the best of Lakeland poets Wordsworth, Coleridge and Southey in this specially selected anthology, including The Two-Part Prelude, Wordsworth's own shortened version of his great autobiographical work The Prelude, and Coleridge's celebrated Kubla Khan. John Rowe, Alex Jennings and Stephen...

Forty-five of Britain's best-loved poems, read by John Nettles, Siobhan Redmond, Greg Wise and Emma Fielding. In a national poll conducted to discover Britain's favourite poem, Rudyard Kipling's 'If -' was voted number one. This unique anthology brings together over forty poems from the poll...

***A classic Christmas Carole with a brand-new look*** Janie Johnson is ringing the changes this Christmas. As a thirty-something hairdresser, Janie's single status is a constant source of concern for her clients as well as her friends. So after one too many questions about her love life, a...

A collection of favourite scenes from Shakespeare's Romeo and Juliet, performed by John Gielgud.

Featuring the most famous scenes from Macbeth, King Richard II, Romeo and Juliet, and A Midsummer Night's Dream. Performed by Paul Rogers, a film, stage and television actor who is a long-time member of the Royal Shakespeare Company.

A collection of favourite scenes from Shakespeare's Hamlet, plus five sonnets, performed by John Gielgud.

An Industrial Society hires a secretary to invest their money. Then they learn just how much gold and silver is really worth.

Helen Hayes, Raymond Massey and Thomas Mitchell read a selection of the world's finest poetry from the greats including Keats, Browning, Kipling and Gray.