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Roald Dahl’s wickedly funny novels have turned him into the world’s number one storyteller. In this collection five splendiferous stories are brought to life by the author himself.

Nigel’s back. And no one’s happy about it. Everyone hates Nigel. The humans and gorks want their amulet back and have declared open season on him in order to get it; his friends no longer want any part of his shenanigans; and his mom has kicked him out of the house. If only he would destroy the dashed amulet, but Nigel is convinced he can use it for good. Unfortunately, his attempts at becoming a hero backfire, culminating in a disaster that threatens all life in Esteria.

Mr. Chickee, the genial blind man in the neighborhood, gives nine-year-old Steven a mysterious bill with 15 zeros on it and the image of a familiar but startling face. Could it be a quadrillion dollar bill? Could it be real? Well, Agent Fondoo of the U.S. Treasury Department and his team of Secret Government Agents are determined to get that money back! But Steven and his best friends, Russell and Zoopy the giant dog, are more than a match for the Feds.

Billy and Amanda Walker aren't too sure about the new shop that just opened up in their small town of Boo, Pennsylvania. They're even more unsure of the shop's owner. A tall, spooky looking man who goes by the name of Mr. Night. When pumpkins mysteriously begin attacking people and children go missing, Billy and Amanda are positive it's tied to Mr. Night and his new antique bookstore that's filled with strange spell books and spiders. Unfortunately, no one will believe them.

M. R. James (1862-1936) was provost of King's College, Cambridge, and Eton College. He was a highly regarded scholar and academic but is today remembered for his ghost stories, which are considered among the finest in the genre. His short novel for children, The Five Jars, is a bewitching fairy tale in the form of a letter to a young friend, telling of the writer's strange experiences after discovering a box containing five jars with labels that indicate the mysterious powers of their contents.

No family wants to go through the nightmare that is childhood leukaemia. But the Elephant family are no ordinary family. And this is no ordinary story. It is a tale of bravery and courage, of family and faith. It all starts one ordinary summer day in Savannah Academy, when Luwan Elephant falls ill. Mr. and Mrs. Elephant rush him to Savannah Hospital, where Dr. Flamingo gives them the bad news.

Things have been pretty quiet for Billy, Amanda, and Mr. Night ever since Halloween ended, but that's all about to change. When their friend, Emily, decides to make a zombie movie in town, she goes to the extreme to make her film look as real as possible. The result is zombies...lots and lots of zombies.

Step into Broadleaf Wood, where Ollie the Tawny Owl reigns as the wisest bird, ready to answer any question with his known-to-be-good wisdom. However, Ollie has a little secret – a charming quirk in his knowledge about the order of planets. The Celestial Muddle: What happens when a sly fox discovers Ollie's planetary mix-up? Mr. Vole's Curious Home: Discover why the clever Mr. Vole sets up residence in the roots of Ollie's tree.

Moral Stories for Kids Series bundle: Five audiobooks in one bundle. Charlie Hates School, Adam and Mr. Iceberg, Suzie’s Rainbow, James’s Magic Ear, and Fred’s New Way to Sleep. These five lovely children’s series bundle stories will have young imaginations excited to listen to the next story! With this children’s storybook bundle, you will get more value, enjoyment, and more of everything you and your child are likely to want, age 5-70 and up, will enjoy these stories!

Children ages two to five will enjoy these six short stories about a hedgehog, a fox, an owl, a big blue whale, and two other animals.

Introducing six stories about different prehistoric animals, mainly dinosaurs. This special edition is for any dinosaur-loving child. These stories will most certainly keep the attention of your youngsters.

Six short stories for younger children aged two to five years. Tested stories for a great bedtime listen! Stories include a goldfish, an ant, a cat, a penguin, and two other animals.

Six short stories for younger children aged two to five years. Tested stories for a great bedtime listen! Stories include a doggie, a squid, a crab, a dolphin, and two other animals.