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Dorothy and Uncle Henry go to California to visit family at Hugson's Ranch where Dorothy is introduced to her second cousin, Zeb. While Dorothy, Zeb, and Dorothy's cat, Eureka, are enjoying a horse-drawn buggy ride one afternoon, an earthquake hits, creating an enormous crack in the ground beneath their buggy. They all go tumbling into the crevice, down to the Land of the Mangaboos.

The Wizard of Oz, which is the name of both the popular 1902 Broadway musical and the well-known 1939 film adaptation. The story chronicles the adventures of a young girl named Dorothy Gale in the Land of Oz, after being swept away from her Kansas farm home in a cyclone. The novel is one of the best-known stories in American popular culture and has been widely translated. Its initial success, and the success of the 1902 Broadway musical which Baum adapted from his original story, led to Baum's writing 13 additional Oz books.

Little Miss Muffet, reimagined by legendary storyteller L. Frank Baum, is far more than a simple nursery rhyme. In this whimsical and gentle tale, Miss Muffet steps off her tuffet and into a world of quiet adventures, curious creatures, and unexpected friendships. With Baum’s signature blend of gentle satire and magical realism, this version brings charm and depth to a character we thought we already knew.

The Road to Oz takes Dorothy on an adventure in Oz to a grand party in honor of Ozma's birthday. It starts near her home on Uncle Henry's farm in Kansas when she helps a shaggy stranger find the road he is seeking. On the way they find a young boy, Button-Bright, and together they get lost, only to find themselves in the fairylands of Oz.

Two delightful, fanciful, and heartwarming stories. "The Velveteen Rabbit" tells the tale of a stuffed rabbit that longs to become real, while "The Girl Who Owned a Bear" tells of a little girl who receives a magical book filled with the most unpredictable of magic.

Woot the Wanderer finds himself at the home of the Tin Woodman of Oz and desires to hear the story of how a woodman made of tin could come to be. The Tin Woodman tells the tale of how he was once Nick Chopper, a man of flesh and blood, in love with a young girl named Nimmie Amee. The Wicked Witch of the East was not happy about this and so she enchanted his axe and had him cut off his limbs one at a time, which were replaced with limbs made of tin.

Back in 1900 author L. Frank Baum says he wrote The Wonderful Wizard of Oz to please children of his time. He called it a modernized fairy tale, totally unlike older stories often filled with blood-curdling events. He left out the heartaches and nightmares. He pointed out youngsters have long had a love of fantastic stories, but times change and they look forward more to entertainment that still has the wonderment and joy of time gone by. His fantastic creation of Oz provides exactly that.

After the orphan boy Tip escapes from the evil witch Mombi with the help of Jack Pumpkinhead (yes, his head is a pumpkin, and yes, magic is involved), they set out for the Emerald City. But they find the City in turmoil as the fierce General Jinjur and her all-female Army of Revolt try to overthrow the Scarecrow's male rule.

In this exciting tale, a King, a Queen, and the Roly-Rogues parry and wage war. The plot also involves a magic cloak, each wearer of which has one wish granted - with surprising results!

This odd little nursery rhyme is familiar to us all but have you ever wondered, like I have, about what Miss Muffet was thinking as she sat dreamily eating her curds and whey? And what are curds and whey, anyway? Her tuffet? Would that be a piece of furniture or a piece of her anatomy? And of course the large spider, what was she thinking?

"The Patchwork Girl of Oz" is a children's novel by L. Frank Baum, the 7th set in the "Land of Oz". Characters include Woozy, Ojo"the Unlucky", Unc Nunkie, Dr. Pipt, Scraps (the patchwork girl), and many wonderful others! The Patchwork Girl, a truly sunny and optimistic creature, sets out into the incomparable Land of Oz to help her friend Ojo to find a magic potion in order to save his Uncle. They need five things for the potion, and these things are very strange indeed, almost as strange as everything that will happen!

When the man who lives in the moon comes to visit the Earth, he has a surprisingly difficult time of things - all because of the fact that what's hot to him is cold to us and vice versa!

The Patchwork Girl of Oz is the seventh Oz book. In this book, you follow the adventures of a new band of characters as they explore the wondrous Land of Oz. Forced to venture out of the dark forest, Unc Nunkie and Ojo the Unlucky call on the Crooked Magician, who introduces them to his latest creation: a living girl made out of patchwork quilts and cotton stuffing.

“A Kidnapped Santa Claus” by L. Frank Baum, narrated by Aaron Sokalski, is a delightful and adventurous holiday tale that offers a unique twist on the story of Santa Claus. In this charming story, Santa is abducted by a group of mischief-making demons who seek to ruin Christmas by preventing him from delivering gifts to children. Baum’s inventive narrative mixes holiday magic with elements of fantasy, bringing listeners on an exciting journey to rescue Santa and save Christmas.

Dorothy awakens one morning to discover that Princess Ozma has disappeared, along with several magic items belonging to Glinda and the wizard. A search party comprising Dorothy, the wizard, Betsy Bobbin, Trot, and Button-Bright is formed, and the friends set off for the land of the Winkies. But who is behind the mysterious disappearances?

Dive into the enchanting world of the Magical Monarch of Mo, where hilarity reigns supreme! Join the king, his queen, and their royal children as they embark on uproarious adventures filled with absurdity. From a man on a quest to find his lost temper to an evil midget who steals a princesss big toe, and an entire city of sophisticated monkeys, these tales promise laughter and joy for the whole family. Get ready for a whimsical journey brimming with delightful surprises! (Summary by Miriam Esther Goldman)

Have you ever wondered about the enchanting Monarch of Mo? What makes him so magical, and where exactly is this mysterious place called Mo? These questions and more will be answered as we embark on a delightful adventure filled with wonder and surprises. The Monarch, a cheerful character who embodies the spirit of his land, is neither too tall nor too short, perfectly balanced between fat and lean. He has a jolly disposition, rarely succumbing to sadness, and his age is as timeless as the Valley of Mo itself. Join us as we unwrap each charming chapter, revealing the astonishing tales that ...

Join Twinkle, a spirited little girl, as she embarks on a series of enchanting adventures in a whimsical world. From facing a trial by feisty woodchucks to nurturing a challenging baby crow, exploring a town of talking prairie dogs, discovering magical turtles, and encountering bizarre creatures, each story takes her on a thrilling journey filled with surprises. Originally published in 1905 as a collection of six short chapter books by Frank L. Baum under the pen name Laura Bancroft, these tales were later compiled into Twinkle and Chubbins; Their Astonishing Adventures in Nature-Fairyland in ...

Join L. Frank Baum, the renowned author of The Wizard of Oz, as he presents one of his most enchanting tales, Queen Zixi of Ix. This delightful story introduces us to a group of fairies who craft a magical cloak that grants its owner a single wish. But theres a catch once a wish is made, the cloak must be passed on to someone else, allowing them to experience their own adventure. Follow the whimsical journey of the cloak as it changes hands, leading to a series of amusing and heartwarming escapades. This captivating narrative promises to delight readers of all ages. - Summary by Phil Chenevert

Join Glinda the Good, the beloved sorceress of Oz, in this enchanting finale penned by L. Frank Baum. When Ozma learns of unrest in previously uncharted regions of her kingdom, she knows she must take action to restore peace. Accompanied by Dorothy, they uncover dire situations in Flathead Mountain and the Skeezers Magic Island, where the inhabitants face grave injustices. In a twist of fate typical of Oz, they find themselves trapped on a submerged island alongside the Skeezers. With Glinda and all the familiar faces of Oz rallying for a rescue, will they arrive in time to save the day? Dive ...