European Myths

Europe is a continent steeped in ancient history, where castles, forests, and forgotten villages have given rise to stories that blur the line between legend and reality. For centuries, people across Europe have whispered tales of monsters in the woods, spirits haunting old battlefields, and mysterious creatures lurking in the shadows of the past. In Legends, Myths, Monsters, and Ghosts: European Edition, author George Lunsford explores the darker side of European folklore. Drawing from stories passed down through generations, he uncovers chilling accounts of strange beasts, restless ghosts...

Fearless optimist Anna sets off on an epic journey—teaming up with rugged mountain man Kristoff and his loyal reindeer Sven—to find her sister Elsa, whose icy powers have trapped the kingdom of Arendelle in eternal winter. Encountering Everest-like conditions, mystical trolls, and a hilarious snowman named Olaf, Anna and Kristoff battle the elements in a race to save the kingdom.

The History of Australia: From Indigenous Origins to a Modern Nation Australia is called the “land down under,” but how much do you really know about its past? Did you know that modern Australia started as a British prison colony? Or that for tens of thousands of years before that, Indigenous peoples lived there, building rich cultures and traditions? This book takes you through Australia’s history, from its first inhabitants to the arrival of European settlers to its fight for independence to its current role in world events. Learn about the convicts who built early settlements, the ...

In this audio story based on Tinker Bell: Secret of the Wings, Tinker Bell meets a winter fairy named Periwinkle and together they explore the mysterious winter woods! Listen along as they discover a secret about why their wings sparkle and glow!

Cinderella shows a young schoolgirl that there is much more to being a princess than parties and fancy clothes. Listen along as Cinderella teaches a young girl what it truly means to be a princess.

Mickey and friends star in this adaptation of Mark Twain’s The Prince and the Pauper. During a chance encounter, a prince discovers he looks just like someone else—a poor and hungry subject named Mickey. When the prince asks Mickey to switch places with him for the day, each learns what it is like to walk in the other’s shoes.

When a selfish prince is cursed to live as a hideous beast, he begins to lose hope for himself and his enchanted staff. That is until Belle, a smart, brave young woman with a caring heart, enters their lives. Listen along as a different sort of enchantment sparks and beauty is found within.

One night, Geppetto the wood carver made a wish. He wished his puppet Pinocchio were a real boy! When the Blue Fairy brings Pinocchio to life, she tells the puppet he can become a real boy if he proves himself brave, truthful, and unselfish. Listen along as Pinocchio embarks on a journey of a lifetime!

Vampirina is excited to run for Class President! She has all kinds of event ideas like a Haunted House fundraiser and a Poltergeist Pizza night. But can she scare up enough votes to win?

Pinocchio wakes ones morning excited to learn the night before hadn't been a dream. The Blue Fairy had answered a wish and turning him into a real boy. Join the fun in this audio tale as Pinocchio spends his first day as a real boy learning about the world around him.

It's bedtime at the Darling residence, and Michael can't seem to fall asleep. While laying awake in bed, Michael spots Captain Hook's shadow creeping toward Wendy! He fights the shadow to defend his sister, but he can't help but wonder where Captain Hook must be....Don't miss this exciting tale as Peter Pan arrives just in time to help Michael fend off Captain Hook's shadow and return it to Neverland!

Here is a wonderful collection of classic children's tales told with humor and heartfelt charm. Featured are the beloved favorite "Little Red Riding Hood", Hans Christian Andersen's "The Pea Blossom" and "The Nightengale", and L. Frank Baum's hilarious tale of the mixed-up "Man in the Moon".

"[Narrator] Nikki Massoud's strong performance complements this audiobook...Massoud draws out Malka's and Nimrah's opposing energies with clear, emotionally engaged characterizations, imbuing their journey with depth." — Kirkus “A dark and endlessly enchanting fairy tale ... I adored every...

Dive into the shadowy realms of folklore and legend with 'Cryptid Chronicles: Myths and Monsters of Europe.' This captivating book is a mesmerizing journey through the ancient lands of Europe, exploring the mysterious and often chilling tales of its legendary creatures. From the murky depths of Scotland's Loch Ness to the enigmatic forests of Slavic folklore, each chapter unfolds the stories of Europe's most intriguing cryptids. Witness the elusive Loch Ness Monster, lurking in the still waters of the Scottish Highlands, and traverse the Alpine peaks in pursuit of the serpentine Tatzelwurm....

In this Irish folktale, a young and powerful king has an embarrassing secret: he has horse’s ears! Then one day, the royal barber discovers this unusual trait. Can he keep the king’s long-held secret, or will the barber be banished from the kingdom for good?

One of the most successful and beloved Victorian fairy tales... The Princess and the Goblin is the story of Princess Irene and her friend Curdie, who come face to face with the dreaded mountain goblins. This children's fantasy novel was originally published in 1872. It uses subtle layers of symbolism to tell a story of courage and honor.

**Narrated by the Author!** "By connecting our modern heroes to the archetypes of ancient myth, Peter Meineck's marvelous book bestows thrilling contemporary resonance upon those bygone legends." —Christopher Markus, coscreenwriter of Avengers: Infinity War and Avengers: Endgame What connects...

From the moderator of The New York Times philosophy blog "The Stone," a book that argues that if we want to understand ourselves we have to go back to theater, to the stage of our lives Tragedy presents a world of conflict and troubling emotion, a world where private and public lives collide...

After the catastrophic events of Eclipse of Destiny, Elena Petrova is desperate for silence, but the dead refuse to let her rest. The eclipse may have passed, yet its shadow still bleeds across Transylvania—widening cracks between the living and the forgotten. When a series of spectral disturbances ripple through Brașov, Elena discovers that the fall of the Strigoi priesthood has awakened something older and far more patient. A surviving priestess, bound to a fractured prophecy, believes Elena carries the bloodline needed to resurrect a long-buried empire. And she intends to claim it—...

The Peter Pan Collection: Books 1-4 brings together all of J. M. Barrie's stories featuring the boy who refused to grow up, Peter Pan, alongside his companions and the ever-villainous Captain Hook. The titles included in this collection, in chronological order by date of original publication, are: The Little White Bird (1902) Peter Pan (1904) Peter Pan in Kensington Gardens (1906) Peter and Wendy (1911) This audiobook is fully indexed.