Short Stories Fairy Tales

Here is Anderson's timeless tale of the ugly duckling that became a beautiful swan.

Frank Stockton was an American writer and humorist, best known for a series of innovative children's fairy tales that were widely popular. His most famous fable is "The Lady or the Tiger?" (1882), about a man sentenced to an unusual punishment for having a romance with a king's beloved daughter. Other memorable tales are "The Griffin and the Minor Canon", "Old Pypes and the Dryad", and "Mr. Tolman".

A tiny tale about the Chester Imp, whose self-imageries are so outlandish and incredible to believe they land him in trouble with the other grotesques and mystical creatures. He is taught a lesson he will never forget. This story is based on the Chester Imp, which can be found in Chester's Cathedral, high up on the north nave wall.

An original unique collection of mystical stories, fables and verse to nurture the inner child in us.

The Legends of King Arthur & His Knights is an enthralling audio book read in an easily digestible format. Bringing together the many tales of the legend of King Arthur into one audio book, Sir James Knowles' descriptive narrative will transport you to times gone by.

Priscilla putters along in her usual life of bridge and gossip and coffee shops and shopping at the local markets in the small Indian town where she lives, until one morning, the mysterious man known only as the Pharsee gives her a box. The thing is filthy, twitchy and just plain wrong...but no matter what Priscilla tries, or how many cleaning boys she fires, she simply cannot get rid of it.

A collection of four novellas: A Medieval Fantasy Adventure, Sea Witch, Vampire's Artifact, and Vampire Dynasty..

Becca has lived all her life underground, kept safe from the brutal war on the surface by the magic of the stone men and the mysterious woman who dreams in her crystal coffin. When the woman dreams that Becca must travel topside, she has no choice but to go. Her mission: pluck one special little boy from the jaws of death and bring him back with her. If she finds the boy in time - if they survive the journey - the fate that awaits him may be worse than death.

Storyteller Cindy Killavey has entertained audiences from Hawaii to New England to Ireland with both traditional and modern stories. In this traditional tale, Jack may be lazy but he has some amazing adventures on his way to fame and fortune.

Frank Stockton was an American writer and humorist, best known for a series of innovative children's fairy tales that were widely popular. His most famous fable is "The Lady or the Tiger?" (1882), about a man sentenced to an unusual punishment for having a romance with a king's beloved daughter. Other memorable tales are "The Griffin and the Minor Canon", "Old Pypes and the Dryad", and "Mr. Tolman".

A short story about a mysterious man who arrives in a small 19th century Orkney Island fishing village. He has the air of an aristocrat, the clothes of a beggar and a leather pouch filled with the biggest pearls anyone has ever seen. The women can't take their lustful eyes off him, the men are jealous, but he only has one woman and one purpose on his mind.

Alexandria was a beautiful princess with long flowing brown locks of hair and chestnut- shaped blue eyes. Her father, the King of Parusia, was a jolly and happy man that was in good spirits most of the time. In fact, his laugh was heard by both the staff of palace workers and the peasants that lived in the surrounding village. It was understood by all the inhabitants of the land that the king was always happy until he ever received word that someone in his kingdom had not told the truth.

Snails, Scales, and Animal Tales contains 13 original animal stories in the mode of Aesop's fables. This collection is perfect for bedtime listening. Learn how the zebra got his stripes, the pelican got his beak, and the rabbit got his long ears. All stories are inventive, clever, and written to entertain.

"WA" is a Japanese word that describes, or encompasses, the “essence” of what it is to “be Japanese”. This spirit is intricately woven throughout these stories as fantastic creatures, fearsome monsters, animals that are all too human, and people that are, well, all too human too. They make choices and fateful decisions that'll take each character on journeys that are terrifying and miraculous, whimsical and thought-provoking, mysterious, magical, and uniquely Japanese. Come along and join them, as life’s lessons are learned, or sometimes not.

Fables: Part 1 is a combination of tales of love, freedom, art, and life. They are written with hope to touch your soul in a kind way. They are aimed to give birth to a titter. Should they fail, feel free to curse or send negative thoughts to the writer. Should they succeed, do not hesitate to do the opposite!

A fantastic fairy tale retelling of Little Red Riding Hood all grown up. Will she survive on her own after tragedy takes her family as a child? Will her thirst for revenge on the Wolf be satisfied when prey becomes predator?

The parable "A Handful of Clay" by Henry Van Dyke tells us much about human potential. Read by award-winning audiobook narrator Mike Vendetti, this is a very good inspirational piece.

Shalnark is trapped in a primitive land. Only one ship is willing to go where he needs to go, but funding an expedition requires an immense fortune. The captain plans to depart soon, carrying another adventurer. If Shalnark doesn't arrive with the funds in time, he could lose his one way home. With hundreds of silver pennies to go, the pressure is weighing on the jaded thief.

Exciting retellings of "Goldilocks & the Three Bears," "Rumpelstiltskin," and more, from master storyteller Jim Weiss. These six stories include beloved classics like "Rumplestiltskin" along with less-familiar tales like "The Bremen Town Musicians" that are sure to become new favorites. There's also a bonus song!

Magische Sagen von Zauberern und Hexen. Den Menschen früherer Jahrhunderte waren sie nicht ganz geheuer: Jene Männer und Frauen, die besonderes Wissen oder besondere Fähigkeiten besaßen. So entstanden über sie all die Geschichten von Zauberern und Hexen, die Geister beschwören oder auf einem Besen durch die Luft reiten konnten. Und man musste sich mit ihnen entweder gut stellen oder sie - was historisch grausame Wahrheit wurde - verfolgen und bekämpfen.