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Here is a selection of some of the best-known and best-loved tales of The Arabian Nights, including "Sinbad", "Ali Baba and the Forty Thieves", "Aladdin", "The Talking Bird", and the "Fisherman and the Genie". In this "treasure house of pleasant things" you will find golden palaces, gem studded caves, and breathtaking gardens.

This unforgettable children’s classic has been captivating children and adults alike for almost a century. Rebecca’s widowed mother has a failing farm, meager resources, and seven children to raise. When her spinster sisters offer Rebecca a home and an education, Mrs. Randall bundles her second eldest into a stagecoach with a kiss and an admonition to stay out of mischief. Could she be asking too much of the free-spirited imp with sparkling eyes and insatiable curiosity?

Eleven-year-old Rebecca Randall is quite a handful - and now she’s leaving her beloved Sunnybrook Farm to live with her well-to-do elderly aunts and get an education. But they were expecting Rebecca’s quiet, hardworking older sister instead. Can the bright-eyed and talkative girl win them over...especially her strict, rule-bound Aunt Miranda? Just as Rebecca’s “grand spirit” charms everyone in the story, it will captivate listeners, too.

Join a delightful small-town New England congregation as they prepare for Christmas, only to find a woman’s long-held dreams unexpectedly rekindled. A heartwarming tale narrated by KevinS that captures the spirit of hope and love during the holiday season.

The indomitable 10-year-old Rebecca has been sent away from her home at Sunnybrook Farm to live with her two spinster aunts in the quiet town of Riverboro in order to be brought up as a proper little lady.

Dive into the enchanting tales that unfold during Rebeccas adventures in Riverboro, where each story enriches her journey and reveals the charm of small-town life.

The sudden death of the father of the family results in the drastic reduction of the Careys' income and they must leave their comfortable home in Boston. Nancy Carey, the eldest, recalls a vacation in Maine when they all picnicked in the garden of a big, vacant house that her father loved. She discovers that the house is available, the rent is cheap, and persuades her mother that life in The Yellow House in Beulah, Maine is the perfect place to begin their new life.

With timeless classics from some of the most notable names in literature, this Christmas story bundle is the perfect listen for the most wonderful time of the year.

Rebecca of Sunnybrook Farm has delighted readers for over 100 years. Published in 1903, when girls were inevitably depicted as pretty, gentle and proper, Rebecca Rowena Randall burst onto the scene of children's literature. Sent to live with her prim and proper Aunt Miranda, who is expecting her much more demure sister, Rebecca is a "bird of a very different feather".

Tantor Media presents a collection of some of the most popular Christmas stories read by award-winning narrators Renee Raudman and Alan Sklar. This special anthology will transport listeners back to the Christmases of their youth, when they first heard these holiday tales.

Meet Rose Wiley, a charming country girl happily engaged to Stephen Waterman, a down-to-earth country boy. Life seems perfect until the arrival of Claude Merril from Boston, who claims Roses love is holding Stephen back. This delightful coming-of-age tale explores love, ambition, and the challenges of growing up. (Summary by Charlotte Duckett) Cast Narrator/Mrs. Wiley Elizabeth Klett Stephen Waterman/Ike Billings Charlotte Duckett Rose Wiley Libby Gohn Mr. Wiley MaryAnn Under-Boss/Jed Towle/Long Abe/Bystanders/River Driver John Trevithick Ivory Dunn Beth Thomas Alcestis Crambry David Lawrence ...

In The Story of the Fisherman and the Genie, an aging fisherman struggles each day to provide for his family, casting his nets into the sea with little success. On what seems to be another day of disappointment, he pulls from the water a strange sealed copper vessel—an object that soon unleashes a terrifying surprise. From the vessel emerges a powerful genie, imprisoned centuries ago by the great King Solomon. But freedom has not softened the spirit’s heart. Instead of gratitude, the fisherman is promised death.

Step into a world of magic and wonder with Fairy Ring, a captivating collection of 63 enchanting fairy tales from around the globe, first published in 1910. This delightful anthology features beloved classics such as History of Jack the Giant-Killer, The Frog Prince, Rumpelstiltskin, and Snow-white and Rose-red, among many others. Perfect for children of all ages, these timeless stories promise to spark imagination and inspire dreams. (Summary by Paul Williams)

The idea of shapeshifters - beings both human and animal - ignites our imaginations with visions of primal passions and insatiable hungers. Most commonly seen as dark, masculine demons, shapeshifters are in need of a metaphysical overhaul - a new feminine/Sapphic blending of physical power and inescapable desires.She Shifters re-envisions common and not-so-common myths and deliver a fresh perspective from the storytellers.

Get ready to tickle your funny bone with Tales of Laughter! This delightful collection of stories from around the globe is sure to bring smiles and giggles to children of all ages. Join us in celebrating joy and merriment through enchanting tales that inspire laughter. From whimsical verses that make nature come alive to joyful songs that invite you to sing along, this podcast is a treasure trove of laughter waiting to be discovered. Don’t miss out on the fun—come and enjoy the sweet chorus of amusement with us!

In the bustling streets of Persia, Emperor Kosrouschah wanders in disguise and overhears three sisters dreaming out loud—one craving the royal baker, another the chief cook, and the youngest daring to wish for the emperor himself… and children touched by wonder: hair of gold and silver, tears like pearls, a smile like a rose.

Step into a charming, old-fashioned Christmas romance set in a quaint New England meeting house, where love blossoms amidst holiday traditions and heartwarming moments. (Summary by Maria Therese)

Step into the whimsical world of Penelopes English Experiences, a delightful fictional travelogue that follows three American ladies as they embark on an unforgettable journey through England. From the bustling streets of London to the charming village of Belvern, this engaging narrative is filled with humorous sketches of a West-end ball, vivid portraits of quirky locals, and a droll exaggeration of quintessential English traits. The author, known for works like Mother Careys Chickens and A Cathedral Courtship, brings to life a captivating tale that is sure to entertain and amuse.

In Diary of a Goose Girl, we meet a spirited young woman who, after a small quarrel with her lover, seeks refuge as a paying guest on a charming poultry farm nestled in a quiet Sussex village. Embracing her independence, she immerses herself in the daily rhythms of farm life, uncovering both adventure and self-discovery along the way. This delightful tale is penned by the author of beloved classics like Mother Careys Chickens and The Birds Christmas Carol.

Join a charming young American girl and her aristocratic aunt as they embark on a whimsical tour of Englands stunning cathedrals. Along the way, romance blossoms when a chance encounter leads to a delightful chase. As the boy pursues the girl, their love story takes unexpected twists—complete with a mad bull that helps her catch him in the end. (Summary by Ric F.)