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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...

Dive into a curated selection of LibriVox volunteers’ favorite chapters, each chosen for its unique charm. From pivotal moments in classic novels to beautifully articulated ideas, and exceptional performances by our talented readers, this collection promises to captivate and inspire. We hope these chapters bring you as much joy as they have brought us. (Summary by David Barnes).

Dive into a curated selection of LibriVox volunteers favorite chapters, each chosen for its unique charm. Whether its the pivotal moment in a beloved novel, the eloquence of profound ideas, or the captivating performance of a talented reader, these chapters promise to delight and inspire. We hope they bring you as much joy as they have brought us. (Summary by David Barnes).

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.

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.

WITH FRIENDS LIKE THESE, WHO NEEDS ENEMIES? Private Kaylin Neya thought her home couldn’t possibly get more crowded. But when one of her housemates, Annarion, decides to undertake the Barrani Test of Name, his friends refuse to let him face his task alone—and Kaylin’s sentient home, Helen...

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.

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)

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 ...

This delightful anthology is a timeless collection of poems chosen by Classic FM listeners. With humorous limericks, romantic sonnets, traditional and modern classics, this book is a true refelction of the greatest and best-loved verse. Discover poems for special occasions, as well as poems to...

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

***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...

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.

The author of the highly acclaimed, bestselling novel The Uninvited Guests returns with a captivating coming of age story told by Amy and Lan, two children whose journey from innocence to moving experience is shaped by their families' attempt at the pastoral dream on a farm, deep in the English...

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