Showing results by publisher "Spoken Realms" in Literature & Fiction

A wonderful musician wanted a companion as he traveled through the forest. His first three candidates were rejected, and it is their rejection that helps answer the question, "Is it really music that soothes a savage beast or the threat or reprisal?" A classic story from the Brothers Grimm. Narrated by Glenn Hascall.

A princess who is disrespectful to all suitors raises the ire of her father, the king. Since she rejected all including one king she nicknamed Grisly-Beard she is given to the first man that came to the door. In this case, a very poor fiddler. Expect a lesson in the negative consequence of pride and disrespect. Narrated by Glenn Hascall.

Another fable of discovery by Wizard of Oz penman L. Frank Baum. What some polar bears thought was a flaw in their leader may have nothing to do with courage and bravery in the face of battle. Perhaps character is forged some place other than good looks. Narrated by Glenn Hascall.

A tale of friendship and the despair found in neglect. Follow the heart of a daisy and the lament of a lark. A tale woven from the heart of youth to a common theme for all. Narrated by Alyssa Hascall.

A jumping contest between a flea, a grasshopper and a leap-frog for the hand of a princess leads to some interesting perspectives on life. The fact this is a classic from Hans Christian Andersen doesn't hurt. Narrated by Glenn Hascall.

A tale by Beatrix Potter reborn from Aesop's shorter fable of the town mouse and country mouse. High living in town, but many dangers. A more simplified life in the country, but perhaps not to the liking of some. A tale of divergent perspectives and, in this case, a realization that neither were wrong. Narrated by Glenn Hascall.

From the inventive mind of the creator of Alice in Wonderland comes a Christmas tale that makes it easy to see how good can often win best through love. Don't expect the North Pole and Elves in this delightful story.

Glenn Hascall performs this charming Hans Christian Anderson Christmas story with a happy sad ending.

Bachelor Bluff is irritated with Christmas and holidays until he spends a happy holiday with family. Glenn Hascall will enthrall your children and family with this wonderful little Christmas tale.

Narrator and actor Glenn Hascall slips into character to describe this Rudyard Kipling tale of how the Leopard got his spots. One need not be a youngster to enjoy this short story.

A Dark Brown Dog is a sad story, because like many dog stories the dog dies in the end. There are however, many lessons here about the love our pets give us, how they sometimes make us better persons, and how hurtful domestic violence is.

Little Wolf's Wooden Shoes, by Francois Coppee, is a lovely Christmas story for kids, wonderfully narrated by Glenn Hascall.

Glenn Hascall narrates this charming Hans Christian Anderson tale of the adventure of a tin soldier and his paper ballerina love.

Born in the Yukon, White Fang is a Wolf, or mostly Wolf - his father was a Wolf, his mother was half dog, but for all intents and purposes it was a Wolf. He looked like Wolf, fought like a Wolf, and thought like a Wolf. Early in his cubhood he was captured by an Indian, and raised as a sled dog, the Wolf nearly beaten out of him, but not quite. Subjected to human brutality and a very little human kindness he becomes a deadly fighter until rescued by a wise and kindly man. A heartwarming story.

Thirty-seven wonderful short tales of historical figures and events, especially and charmingly written for children.

What's it like to be a sister with 12 brothers? In this story it's pretty good, until she makes a mistake, and puts a spell on them for seven years, and she's speechless.... This story by the Brothers Grimm has an interesting spin, as told and acted by Kathy Verduin.

It is true this story is about a mischievous puppy, yet the consequences of his actions may speak volumes to the hearer. A well-loved tale from the past comes to life with he voices of multiple farmyard animals living in the English countryside. Narrated by Glenn Hascall.

Everyone loves a wonderful Christmas story! In this classic tale of A Kidnapped Santa Claus, there is a unique forward with two lesson plans, one including a cooking activity and one including a diorama project. You will find an about the author section with information about both the contributor and a footnoted writeup about L. Frank Baum.

Gusta, the rhino lady, goes through different life situations with her friend Gusto, a rhino gentleman. In its simplicity, each of the twelve chapters has a deeper meaning, with Gusta and Gusto going through humanized emotions and circumstances. However, in a fantastic “animalistic” form, touched with the breeze of charming humor, poetry, and animalistic wisdom.

Biff Brewster heads to Burma to visit his uncle, Charles Keene. His trip to the Far East is evidently of interest to other people. When he arrives in Burma, a kidnap attempt occurs at the airport. He doesn't understand why but escapes back to the airline terminal. An employee of Charles Keene finds Biff and takes him to Explorations Unlimited, Charles Keene's company. Biff discovers his uncle is missing in Communist China and decides to find and rescue him. During the rescue, Biff discovers a secret Chinese base whose knowledge is valuable to the United States.