Fairy Tales & Folklore

Every night, King Shahryar married a new bride. Every morning, he chopped off her head. So when the lovely Sheherazade became the latest of his wives, she had to do some quick thinking to stay alive. Over a thousand and one nights, she kept the King...

'The story goes that a sow who had delivered a whole litter of piglets loudly accosted a lioness. "How many children do you breed?" asked the sow. "I breed only one", said the lioness, "but it is very well bred!"' The fables of Aesop have become one...

This bestselling picture book has had a gorgeous makeover! It's Christmastime in Fairyland and Kittie Lacey is visiting a VERY special client - Father Christmas! But when he discovers that all the Christmas presents have been stolen, can Kittie help...

Robert Sabuda has created a resplendent pop-up version of The Wonderful Wizard of Oz to celebrate the 100th anniversary of the original publication. This glorious edition is told in a shorter version of L. Frank Baum's original text, with artwork in the...

Step into the magical world of Hedgewitch, where the land of Faerie lies just beyond our own . . . The enchanting new series continues.Cassie has settled into life in Hedgely when, out of the blue, her troubled cousin, Sebastian, comes to stay for...

This bestselling picture book has had a gorgeous makeover to celebrate 10 years of The Fairytale Hairdresser!Join Kittie Lacey, as she faces her most hair-raising challenge - an evil witch, a tall tower, and a girl called Rapunzel who is having a very...

Does every country have a Tooth Fairy? Well, in Spain and other Spanish- speaking countries, it happens to be a Tooth Mouse, and this is his story! A Kirkus Reviews Best Picture Book of 2023 A 2024 USBBY Outstanding International Book Long ago,...

Discover a world of magical storytelling from a twice Costa-shortlisted author"One of our finest children's writers." Phil Earle"A master storyteller." Aisling Fowler"A true master of storytelling." Jenny PearsonStep into a world of faerie tricks and...

"In moving, lyrical prose, the book celebrates the beauty and sounds of each name alongside their culture of origin. The author builds a strong case that everyone should embrace their names and honor and learn those with which they may not be familiar."...

Apologies but we at Booksplease don't have a full description for this book.Book InformationISBN 9781500775698Author Rosemarie GillenFormat PaperbackPage Count 26Imprint Createspace Independent Publishing PlatformPublisher Createspace Independent...

From the award-winning Bethan Woollvin, creator of the iconic Little Red and Rapunzel comes Hansel and Gretel, a very funny twist on the classic fairy tale printed in vibrant pantone inks. 'A witty picture book for clever, fearless children' - The Sunday...

The Moomin family and their friends are the delightful creation of Tove Jansson, and are full of a particular humour and magic that has enchanted generations of children and adults alike. Using the author's original characters and artwork, Moomin and the...

Apologies but we at Booksplease don't have a full description for this book.Book InformationISBN 9781399958073Author Rhys Manus Clark BonnerFormat PaperbackPage Count 28Imprint Not AvailPublisher Not AvailWeight(grams) 100gDimensions(mm) 254mm * 203mm *...

Kind Emma lives all alone in her little cottage by the wood, with no one to talk to. But one snowy night Emma hears a knock at her door, and a tiny voice asking for help. When she takes pity on the little thing at the door and gives it shelter and food,...

'These stories make the wall between worlds thrillingly thin. Their enchantment calls to us ever from the other side of the door' Michael Sheen, from the forewordIf you think you've heard all the fairy tales out there, think again. Inside this book you...

This bestselling picture book has had a gorgeous makeover! Kittie Lacey's salon is buzzing with excitement - the Queen of Hearts is holding a ball to find the PERFECT girl for her PERFECT prince. But Kittie's new friend Cinderella doesn't have a dress...

Lift-the-Flap Fairy Tales: The Three Little Pigs is a fresh, modern and wonderfully witty take on the much-loved story, retold in a playful rhyme and accompanied by bright and funny illustrations. Flaps to lift on every page bring to life the classic...

A wonderful retelling of the Princess and the Pea with your favourite Mr Men and Little Miss! When poor Little Miss Princess gets caught in a storm and her coach is stuck in the mud, she is very pleased to see the...

"Long ago, when giants lived in Scotland and Ireland, they stood so tall they could see clearly across the wide water between the two lands."One day, Irish giant Finn McCool spots Scottish giant Benandonner across the sea and they immediately begin...

Princesses from all across the land are flocking to fairyland village for the chance to marry the prince. But one princess is not all she seems... Amid the excitements of the annual festival of food, the Fairytale Hairdresser must use all her skills to...

First Stories: Hansel and Gretel is the perfect introduction, for young children, to this classic fairy tale.Push, pull and turn mechanisms bring the story to life and introduce the main characters: Hansel and Gretel and the witch in the woods - not...

Join Rainbow and all her magical friends, including the popular unicorn, dragon and mermaid, in the colourful My Magical Rainbow!With a sparkly foil cover and push, pull and turn mechanisms and a sparkly foil cover wheel, little ones will have lots of...

Step into a Once Upon a Time where anything is possible . . . Radiya Hafiza's enchanting and funny debut weaves together three stories, spinning the classic fairytale to show that anyone can be a hero.'Rumaysa, Rumaysa, let down your hijab!'For as long...

How will the red hen transform a seed into bread? Follow her step-by-step process from the farm to the table and learn about the value of teamwork. Includes a recipe for baking your own loaf of bread. Praised by Publishers Weekly for its "striking"...

The classic story of Rapunzel gets a fresh twist in this vibrant Indian spin on the beloved fairy tale!Once upon a time, there was a girl with long, long hair, who lived in a tall, tall tower... The classic tale of Rapunzel gets a fresh twist in this...

When Tiddlywink the pixie gets trapped inside a cursed puzzle cube, every attempt to free him fails. All hope now rests on the shoulders of five brave heroes, who must journey all the way to the mysterious DISTANT DESERT for answers before the sands of...

Meet Stillwater, a GIANT, and very zen, panda bear in this captivating picture book based on a Buddhist legend. Addy has moved to a new neighborhood with her beloved kitten, Trumpet. They are best friends, and...

A stunning picture book for anyone who has ever felt unappreciated, from Shaun Tan, Academy Award winner and winner of the Kate Greenaway Medal 2020. Cicada work in tall building.Data entry clerk. Seventeen year.No sick day. No mistake.Tok Tok Tok!Cicada...

Step into the magical world of Child's Play fairy tales... Traditional tales are a well-established part of all cultures. Retold from the originals, these lively stories will captivate readers with their delightful illustrations and fun lift-up flaps...

Take a magical tour around the world with these four fairy tales from the Once Upon a World board book series-now available together in an enchanting collection!Read along as Snow White flees her castle in Japan and meets seven mysterious dwarves and...

When Aladdin finds a magic lamp with a genie in it, all his problems are over! But a wicked magician wants the lamp, and he wants Aladdin's girlfriend too . . . will three wishes be enough to get Aladdin out of trouble? Part of the beloved Fairytale...

Another spellbinding tale in the Mr Men Magic series. There's a wicked witch in town causing lots of trouble. Little Miss Sunshine must go in search of help before it's too late. Can Little Miss Magic save the day? ...

Apologies but we at Booksplease don't have a full description for this book.Book InformationISBN 9781841355054Author Val BiroFormat HardbackPage Count 200Imprint Award Publications LtdPublisher Award Publications LtdWeight(grams) 899gDimensions(mm) 260mm...

Born different, the ugly duckling is mocked by his siblings, rejected by other ducks, and even shunned by his own mother. The sad little bird leaves home, starting a journey where he is jeered at and hunted as he struggles to survive on his own--only to...

Apologies but we at Booksplease don't have a full description for this book.Book InformationISBN 9781782705260Author Sophie GilesFormat PaperbackPage Count 24Imprint Award Publications LtdPublisher Award Publications LtdWeight(grams) 113gDimensions(mm)...

Poppy and Sam love fairy tales, and in this collection you can enjoy six of their favourites: Little Red Riding Hood, Rumpelstiltskin, Cinderella, Goldilocks, Sleeping Beauty and the Three Little Pigs. With simple text and delightful illustrations, this...

Another spellbinding tale in the Mr Men Magic series. Mr Strong is the strongest person in the world. So when he hears that a nasty ogre has been picking on his friends, he decides it's time to put his strength to...

Get ready for Lunar New Year, following a little girl and her family as they get ready for and celebrate the Lunar New Year festival. With non-fiction information about the significance of certain rituals, but told through the excited eyes of a child,...

Step into the magical world of Hedgewitch, where the land of Faerie lies just beyond our own . . . The enchanting new series continues.Cassie has settled into life in Hedgely when, out of the blue, her troubled cousin, Sebastian, comes to stay for...

This collection of eleven evocative, accessible and funny stories for children of 5+ tells how a particular animal came to be as it is now. The Whale grew up in God's vegetable patch but was banished to sea when he became too large and crushed all His...