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Namita Gokhale’s exciting new retelling of the great Indian epic is a treat for young readers. Older readers will enjoy it, too. She shows why the Mahabharata is timeless and always relevant’ —Ruskin Bond ‘Without sacrificing the complexities of either the narrative or the characters...

Dive into this treasure trove of fifteen opulent folk tales, myths and fables from vibrant southern India. Travel down the banks of the Kaveri to the shores of the Indian Ocean; from the depths of mysterious jungles to the towering Nilgiris; from the lavish abode of kings to quiet villages in...

You think you know the story of "Goldilocks and the Three Bears"? The tale you've heard may not be just right. This retelling of the classic story, told from Baby Bear's perspective, will convince you that Goldilocks and Baby Bear (whose real name is Sam) were actually besties! This fractured fairy tale provides a fresh perspective on a well-known tale.

By feeling a pea through twenty mattresses and twenty featherbeds, a girl proves that she is a real princess.

This amusing tale follows a cat who fools others with fake kindness—until the truth comes out, along with other memorable animal fables.

‘From human birth to death, our Bamboo finds one way or another to be useful to a common person. It is truly the unsung and the forgotten.’In a lush, green forest, a shy, unassuming tree is presented with a reward by the forest queen. This makesall the forest inhabitants curious...

A mischievous wooden puppet comes to life and wants to become a real boy.

When small animals work together, they prove that unity is more powerful than size or strength in this inspiring tale and other meaningful stories.

A mouse begs a lion for mercy and, after he is set free, promises that he will help the lion some day in return.

Wendy Darling isn't sure she's ready to grow up. Growing up means no more nights in the nursery, sharing stories about the heroic Peter Pan with her younger brothers, John and Michael. Then, to Wendy's surprise, Peter Pan himself appears, alongside his fairy companion Tinker Bell--and the pair whisks the children off to Neverland, a magical place where no one has to grow up.

A boy named Ty is sent on several impossible errands by his scheming stepmother and each time he is helped by a tortoise. Frustrated by his success, Ty’s stepmother sends him away. Ty decides to follow the river looking for work when he encounters the emperor making a sacrifice to the river god. Can Ty help the emperor?

Of course you think I was the bad guy, terrifying poor little Jack. You don't know the other side of the story. Well, let me tell you....

A thrilling tale where brain beats brawn shows that quick thinking wins—just one of the clever stories packed into this book.

When a farmer’s sons search for gold in the field, they discover the real treasure lies in honest work—one of many inspiring tales in this book.

What happens when a friend can’t be trusted? This story reveals the twisty results of betrayal, alongside other eye-opening fables.

Vinir, the luscious-locked elven menace is staying in Midgard. To preserve the peace and prevent him from trying to murder Loki (again), Odin sends the goddess Freyja to keep an eye on things.

A farmer learns a lesson in greed when one of his geese begins to lay one—and only one—golden egg each day.

This audiobook is a wonderful introduction to the most revered goddesses of India. The simple narration, catchy rhythm and endearing descriptions make it the perfect first introduction to make the little listeners aware of why these goddesses have been worshipped since time immemorial.

THE SCHOOL FOR GOOD AND EVIL is now a major motion picture from Netflix, starring Academy Award winner Charlize Theron, Kerry Washington, Laurence Fishburne, Michelle Yeoh, Cate Blanchett, and many more! The third book in the series – a magical fantasy adventure that delivers action, romance...

This amazing fable, "The Hare and the Hounds", has been taken from the amazing Aesop’s Fables. After chasing a hare for some time, the hounds gave up easily. Our young listeners learn the difference that while the hare was running to save his life, the hounds were merely running for food.