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Author: Benjamin Zephaniah
Author Benjamin Zephaniah
Narrator The Author, Peter Kenny
Duration 4h 25m
After suffering severe facial injuries in a joyriding accident, Martin must adjust to living with his new appearance, and to coping with the changing and sometimes discriminatory attitudes of those around him. This audio book also features an exclusive commentary by the author, in which he discusses what inspired him to write the book.
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Author: Benjamin Zephaniah
Author Benjamin Zephaniah
Narrator The Author, Peter Kenny
Duration 6h 10m
Life is not safe for Alem, His father is Ethiopian, his mother Eritrean - and with both countries at war, he is welcome in neither place. So his father does an astonishing thing, which at first appears callous, but is in fact the ultimate gift of love from a parent to a child. This audio book also features an exclusive commentary by the author, in...
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Henry V - Smartpass Study Guide
Author: Smartpass
Author Smartpass
Narrator Various
Duration 6h 55m
A study guide to Henry V with expert analysis, commentary, historical and social background, study and exam strategies.
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Author: Malorie Blackman
Author Malorie Blackman
Narrator Felix Dexter
Duration 3h 45m
VIMS - the Virtual Interactive Mobile System - is the creation of Dominic's scientist mum. And it's amazing. An artificial intelligence masterpiece controlled by a single glove and a special pair of glasses, it can disarm a car bomb, search through underground pipes - even hold a baby. But when VIMS attacks violently and without warning, Dominic re...
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An Inspector Calls - Smartpass Study Guide
Author: Smartpass
Author Smartpass
Narrator Various
Duration 5h 15m
Peel away the layers of J. B. Priestley's complex drama (book number 8120) to appreciate this powerful play, wrapped up in the genre of a gripping detective story, to truly understand that 'We don't live alone, we are members of one body.' This audiobook contains comprehensive analysis, commentary, historical and social background, study and exam s...
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Author: Alex Shearer
Author Alex Shearer
Narrator Martin Jarvis
Duration 3h
No more chocolate! The government has closed down all the burger bars and chip shops in the country and is striving to build a happier and healthier population. But have they gone too far? Huntly and his friend Smudge think so, and together with local shopkeeper Mrs Bubby, the boys devise a cunning plan to restore freedom, justice and chocolate for...
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Billy Bunter of Greyfriars School
Author: Frank Richards
Author Frank Richards
Narrator Martin Jarvis
Duration 3h
William George Bunter - Billy to his friends (and enemies) - is up to his usual pranks, falling asleep in class, stealing jam and cake from other boys' lockers, chalking rude things on the blackboard and failing to turn up for cricket. When finally threatened with expulsion, will he be redeemed by his final adventure?
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Author: Hilaire Belloc
Author Hilaire Belloc
Narrator Martin Jarvis, Rosalind Ayres
Duration 1h 10m
A much-loved classic for children and adults alike, this collection of poems is a truly unforgettable book of moral instruction. Take heed from the lessons learnt by Matilda, who told lies and was burned to death, Jim, who ran away from his nurse and was eaten by a lion, and Rebecca, who slammed doors for fun and perished miserably...
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Author: Alan Garner
Series: Alderley, Book 1
Author Alan Garner
Narrator Philip Madoc
SeriesAlderley, Book 1
Duration 6h 19m
Exploring Alderley Edge in Cheshire, Colin and Susan are rescued from sinister creatures by a wizard, Cadellin Silverbrow, who takes them to Funindelve, where over 140 knights lie in enchanted sleep. Fundindelve was guarded by strong magic, magic that was sealed within Firefrost, the Weirdstone of Brisingamen - which Cadellin has lost. Colin and Su...
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Tales From A Not-so-popular Party Girl
Author: Rachel Renée Russell
Series: Dork Diaries, Book 2
Author Rachel Renée Russell
Narrator Lana Quintal
SeriesDork Diaries, Book 2
Duration 2h 56m
Dork Diaries follows eighth grader Nikki Maxwell as she chronicles through text and sketches her move to a snooty new school; her epic battle with her mom for an iPhone; her enthusiasm for drawing and art; and a love/hate fascination with the new school's queen bee, a girl named Mackenzie, who becomes Nikki's rival in a schoolwide art competition....
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Author: Hans Christian Andersen
Author Hans Christian Andersen
Narrator David Tennant
Duration 14m
Celebrated actor David Tennant reads this classic fairy tale from Hans Christian Andersen, specially adapted for young children. In this much-loved story, a one-legged toy soldier falls in love with a paper ballerina.
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The Brave Tin Soldier and Other Fairy Tales
Author: Hans Christian Andersen
Author Hans Christian Andersen
Narrator Various
Duration 59m
Here are four of Hans Christian Andersen's best-loved short stories, specially adapted for young children and read by some of Britain's most well-known actors. 'The Brave Tin Soldier' read by David Tennant: A one-legged toy soldier falls in love with a paper ballerina. 'Thumbelina' read by Anne-Marie Duff: A tiny but beautiful girl grows from a b...
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Author: Hans Christian Andersen
Author Hans Christian Andersen
Narrator Derek Jacobi
Duration 15m
Award-winning actor Sir Derek Jacobi reads this classic fairy tale from Hans Christian Andersen, specially adapted for young children. In this much-loved story, an emperor is promised a special suit of clothes by a pair of tailors.
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The Emperor's New Clothes and Other Fairy Tales
Author: Hans Christian Andersen
Author Hans Christian Andersen
Narrator Various
Duration 59m
Four classic fairy tales from Hans Christian Andersen, read by Sir Derek Jacobi, Anne-Marie Duff, David Tennant and Penelope Wilton. 'The Emperor's New Clothes' read by Sir Derek Jacobi: An emperor is promised a special suit of clothes by a pair of tailors. 'The Little Mermaid' read by Anne-Marie Duff: A beautiful mermaid falls in love with a pri...
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Author: Hans Christian Andersen
Author Hans Christian Andersen
Narrator David Tennant
Duration 14m
Celebrated actor David Tennant reads this classic fairy tale from Hans Christian Andersen, specially adapted for young children. In this much-loved story, a little fir tree is desperate to grow up and be like the other trees in the forest.
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Author: Peg Kehret
Author Peg Kehret
Narrator Charles Carroll
Duration 4h 17m
When Josh is forced to spend a summer with his eccentric aunt, he thinks it will be the most boring summer ever. Instead, he finds himself talking to a ghost from one hundred years ago! In order for the ghost to finally be at peace, it needs some help, and Josh reluctantly agrees to assist. But Josh needs to dig in the old cemetery, and when he doe...
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Author: Hans Christian Andersen
Author Hans Christian Andersen
Narrator Anne-Marie Duff
Duration 15m
Acclaimed actress Anne-Marie Duff reads this classic fairy tale from Hans Christian Andersen, specially adapted for young children. In this much-loved story, a beautiful mermaid falls in love with a prince.
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Author: Hans Christian Andersen
Author Hans Christian Andersen
Narrator Derek Jacobi
Duration 15m
Award-winning actor Sir Derek Jacobi reads this classic fairy tale from Hans Christian Andersen, specially adapted for young children In this much-loved story, an emperor prefers a sparkling mechanical bird to the song of a real nightingale.
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Author: Hans Christian Andersen
Author Hans Christian Andersen
Narrator Anne-Marie Duff
Duration 15m
Acclaimed actress Anne-Marie Duff reads this classic fairy tale from Hans Christian Andersen, specially adapted for young children. In this much-loved story, a tiny but beautiful girl grows from a barleycorn which has been enchanted by a witch.
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Author: Hans Christian Andersen
Author Hans Christian Andersen
Narrator Penelope Wilton
Duration 15m
Well-known actress Penelope Wilton reads this classic fairy tale from Hans Christian Andersen, specially adapted for young children. In this much-loved story, a little bird is called ugly by others until he matures into a beautiful swan.
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Author: Michael Morpurgo
Series: War Horse, Book 1
Author Michael Morpurgo
Narrator John Keating
SeriesWar Horse, Book 1
Duration 4h 3m
In 1914, a beautiful foal with a distinctive cross on his nose, is sold to the army and thrust into the midst of the war on the Western front. But his heart aches for Albert, the farmer's son he left behind. Will he ever see his true master again?
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