Joseph Delaney used to be an English teacher, before becoming the best-selling author of the Spook's series, which has been published in 30 countries and sold over 4.5 million copies worldwide. The first book, The Spook's Apprentice, was adapted into a major motion picture starring Jeff Bridges and Julianne Moore.

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Ladybird

Brought to you by Ladybird. 
 
A collection of ten original audio stories for little adventurers and bold travellers. These new stories are especially written for families to listen to in the car, at the airport, on the train or while they are on their way to their next adventure! 
 
With over an hour of audio, this edition is filled with creative and engaging sound effects and is the perfect travel companion for little listeners everywhere. 
 
Narrated by award-winning voice actor Kobna Holdbrook-Smith and Katie leung, best known for her portrayal of Cho Chang in the Harry Potter films. 
 
This audiobook is aimed at children aged 4+, for family listening and learning and development for young minds. 
 
Other audiobooks in the Ladybird Audio Original series include Ladybird Stories for Rainy Days, I'm ready for Big School and the Ladybird Audio Adventures

Ladybird Stories for Car Journeys

Ladybird has published fairy tales for over forty-five years, bringing the magic of traditional stories to each new generation of children. The Ladybird Tales series is based on the original Ladybird re-tellings, with beautiful pictures of the kind children like best ­- full of richness and detail. 
 
The story of Snow White and Rose Red is one of the lesser-known fairy tales, collected by the Brothers Grimm in Germany in the 19th century. 
 
This retelling of the story, originally published by Ladybird in 1969, is one of the best-known versions of Snow White and Rose Red in modern times.

Ladybird Tales: Snow White and Rose Red

Brought to you by Ladybird.A heart-warming, and engaging, collection of original audio stories celebrating Easter.In this collection we follow different families as they spend Easter together. From church services and sacred traditions to egg hunts and family times, these are fun and informative stories for 3-7 year olds.These stories are perfect for young children celebrating Easter with their friends and family, or wanting to learn about different Christian traditions.These stories are aimed at children aged three to six for family listening, learning, and the development of young minds.Other audiobooks in the Ladybird Audio Original series include Ladybird Magical Stories, Ladybird Funny Nativity Play and the Ladybird Audio Adventures series.

Ladybird Stories for Easter

Brought to you by Ladybird. 
 
Penguin presents the unabridged, downloadable audiobook edition of Family Time With Peppa by Ladybird. 
 
A collection of 10 newly recorded audio stories based on Peppa Pig, the hit TV show! 
 
Meet Peppa's baby sister and enjoy family adventures in this fun-filled collection featuring stories such as: 'Peppa's New Baby Sister', 'Peppa's Summer Holiday', 'The Castle', 'Granny and Grandpa Pig's Day Out', 'Baking Competition', 'Granny Pig's Perfume', 'George's Balloon', 'Grandpa Pig's Plane' and 'George's Digger' and 'Peppa's Vegetable Garden'. 
 
Also available: 
 
Peppa Pig: Peppa’s Favourite Places 
 
Peppa Pig: Peppa and the Great Outdoors 
 
Peppa Pig: Bedtime Stories 
 
Peppa Pig: Play Days 
 
Peppa Pig: Adventures with Peppa 
 
Peppa Pig: On the Road with Peppa©2025 Ladybird (P)2025 Penguin Audio

Peppa Pig: Family Time with Peppa

A collection of original audio stories perfect for bed time! These new stories are especially designed to be listened to before bed, helping the listener wind down after a busy day of exploring. This edition is filled with soothing sound effects and music and is the perfect companion to the daily bed time routine! 
 
This audiobook is aimed at children aged 4+, for family listening and learning and development for young minds.

Ladybird Bedtime Stories for 4 Year Olds

Brought to you by Ladybird. 
 
A heart-warming collection of original audio stories celebrating Christmas. 
 
Join the festive fun and discover the joy of kindness, togetherness and giving in five magical new stories! These uplifting stories are perfect for young children celebrating Christmas with their friends and family, or for those who love sharing in the wonder and traditions of the festive season. 
 
These stories are aimed at children aged three to six for family listening, learning and the development of young minds. 
 
Other audiobooks in the Ladybird Audio Original series include Ladybird Advent Stories, Ladybird Funny Nativity Play and the Ladybird Audio Adventures series.

Ladybird Stories for Christmas

Brought to you by Ladybird. 
 
A collection of five original audio stories for those days when it is too wet for outdoor adventures. Especially written for little dreamers and young explorers who never let the weather get in the way of their next adventure. 
 
With over an hour of audio, this edition is filled with creative and engaging sound effects and is the perfect wet weather companion for little listeners everywhere. 
 
Narrated by Michael Obiora and Pearl Mackie, best known for her portrayal of Bill in Doctor Who 
This audiobook is aimed at children aged 4+, for family listening and learning and development for young minds. 
 
Other audiobooks in the Ladybird Audio Original series include I'm Ready for Big School, Ladybird Stories for Car Journeys and the Ladybird Audio Adventures

Ladybird Stories for Rainy Days

Brought to you by Ladybird. 
 
A collection of original audio stories, counting down the days to Christmas! These new stories are especially written for the festive period, excellent listening for when you're decorating the tree, wrapping presents or making the Christmas pudding! 
 
This edition is filled with creative and engaging sound effects and is the perfect way to get little listeners excited for Santa's arrival! 
 
This audiobook is aimed at children aged 4+, for family listening and learning and development for young minds. 
 
Other audiobooks in the Ladybird Audio Original series include Ladybird Stories for Rainy Days, Ladybird Stories for Car Journeys, I'm Ready for Big School, and Ladybird Audio Adventures

Ladybird Advent Stories

This gorgeous Ladybird treasury of eight classic, traditional tales is guaranteed to delight and entertain young children. Each favourite fairy tale or story has been sensitively retold for modern readers and the lively mix of adventurous heroes, dastardly creatures and classic characters is perfect for young children everywhere. An ideal gift, it comes complete with a ribbon page marker, shiny foiled cover and captivating illustrations. 
 
The content includes Jack and the Beanstalk, The Elves and the Shoemaker, The Gingerbread Man, The Three Little Pigs, Sly Fox and Red Hen, Town Mouse and Country Mouse, The Pied Piper of Hamelin and The Three Billy Goats Gruff.

Ladybird Favourite Stories

Ladybird Presents a new collection of original stories for 3 year olds, perfect for winding down before bedtime! 
 
These new stories are especially designed to be listened to before bed, helping the children wind down after a busy day of exploring and learning. Each story is a brand new adventure, ready to send you off to sleep! 
 
This edition is filled with soothing sound effects and relaxing music and is the perfect companion to the daily bed time routine. 
 
This audiobook is aimed at children aged 3 and above. 
 
Other audiobooks in the Ladybird Audio Original series include Ladybird Stories for Rainy Days, Ladybird Stories for Car Journeys and Ladybird Sleep Stories

Ladybird Bedtime Stories for 3 Year Olds

Brought to you by Ladybird.Winner of The FutureBook of the Year Award 2019 and shortlisted for the Best Children's Audiobook at the New York Festival Radio Awards 2020. 
 
Meet our fearless adventurers Cassandra, Otto and Missy AKA the smartest raven in the universe as they set out on their next action-packed Ladybird Audio Adventure! 
 
Hello explorers! Get ready to dig deep into the world of engineering marvels and architectural wonders on this new adventure. Make sure you bring your hard hat and high-vis jacket, because we’re going to be getting our hands dirty!These audiobooks help children learn about their environment on a journey of discovery with narrators Ben Bailey Smith (a.k.a. Doc Brown, rapper, comedian and writer) Sophie Alred (Dr Who) and Kristin Atherton as Missy. 
 
Ladybird Audio Adventures is an award-winning original series for three to seven year-olds; an entertaining and engaging way for children to learn about the world around them. These are special stories written exclusively for audio, so little ones can become their own adventurers with fun sound and musical effects that are perfect for listening at home, before bed and on long journeys. 
 
Have you listened to our other Audio Adventures? Australia, The Vikings, Musical Instruments and Cities Around the World are available now!

Ladybird Audio Adventures: Cool Constructions

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Join six kings, queens and warriors from around the world as they battle for crowns, vanquish dark forces and claim their thrones in this colourful illustrated collection of Ladybird Tales.

Ladybird Tales of Crowns and Thrones

With an Introduction From Gemma Whelan

Bluey

Enjoy six special Bluey stories in this awesome treasury! 
 
Join Bluey and Bingo in six stories with their family and friends. Go swimming in Uncle Stripe’s pool, explore the creek, play a game of Charades and meet Bluey's new husband! There are six brilliant Bluey stories, full of fun and adventure, in this treasured collection: Goodnight Fruit Bat, The Creek, Bob Bilby, The Pool, Charades and Hammerbarn. 
 
This treasury is the perfect gift for the biggest Bluey fan. 
 
Don’t miss these other awesome Bluey books: 
Bluey: The Official Bluey Annual 2026 
Bluey: Big Box of Little Books 
Bluey: Advent Calendar Book Collection

Bluey: Treasury

Brought to you by Ladybird. 
 
Penguin presents the unabridged, downloadable audiobook of All Aboard with Peppa. 
 
A collection of ten newly recorded audio stories based on Peppa Pig, the hit TV show! 
 
Join Peppa as she embarks on exciting adventures by train, boat and more. Featuring stories such as: 'Captain Daddy Pig', 'Peppa and the Police Car', 'George's Tractor', 'Peppa's Fire Engine', ' Muddy Car', 'Peppa and the Big Train', 'Miss Rabbit's Taxi', 'Peppa and the Flying Vet', 'The Ambulance', and 'The Wheels on the Bus'. 
 
Also available: 
 
Peppa Pig: Family Time with Peppa 
 
Peppa Pig: Peppa's Favourite Places 
 
Peppa Pig: Bedtime Stories 
 
Peppa Pig: On the Road with Peppa 
 
Peppa Pig: Peppa's Sports Day 
 
(c) Ladybird (P) 2026 Penguin Audio

Peppa Pig: All Aboard with Peppa

Brought to you by Ladybird.Winner of The FutureBook of the Year Award 2019 and shortlisted for the Best Children's Audiobook at the New York Festival Radio Awards 2020. 
 
Meet our fearless adventurers Cassandra, Otto and Missy AKA the smartest raven in the universe as they set out on their next action-packed Ladybird Audio Adventure! 
 
Hello explorers! On this adventure we’re going to learn all about Asia. From incredible wonders like the Great Wall of China, famous landmarks like the Taj Mahal, and beautiful markets selling mouth-watering food, we’ll take in all of the culture this amazing continent has to offer.These audiobooks help children learn about their environment on a journey of discovery with narrators Ben Bailey Smith (a.k.a. Doc Brown, rapper, comedian and writer) Sophie Alred (Dr Who) and Kristin Atherton as Missy. 
 
Ladybird Audio Adventures is an award-winning original series for three to seven year-olds; an entertaining and engaging way for children to learn about the world around them. These are special stories written exclusively for audio, so little ones can become their own adventurers with fun sound and musical effects that are perfect for listening at home, before bed and on long journeys. 
 
Have you listened to our other Audio Adventures? Australia, The Vikings, Musical Instruments and Cities Around the World are available now!

Ladybird Audio Adventures: Amazing Asia

Brought to you by Ladybird.Winner of The FutureBook of the Year Award 2019 and shortlisted for the Best Children's Audiobook at the New York Festival Radio Awards 2020. 
 
Meet our fearless adventurers Cassandra, Otto and Missy AKA the smartest raven in the universe as they set out on their next action-packed Ladybird Audio Adventure! 
 
Backpack? Check!Passport? Check!Compass? Check?Heart of an adventurer? Double check!Ok, we’re ready to meet some of the history’s bravest explorers!These audiobooks help children learn about their environment on a journey of discovery with narrators Ben Bailey Smith (a.k.a. Doc Brown, rapper, comedian and writer) Sophie Alred (Dr Who) and Kristin Atherton as Missy. 
 
Ladybird Audio Adventures is an award-winning original series for three to seven year-olds; an entertaining and engaging way for children to learn about the world around them. These are special stories written exclusively for audio, so little ones can become their own adventurers with fun sound and musical effects that are perfect for listening at home, before bed and on long journeys. 
 
Have you listened to our other Audio Adventures? Australia, The Vikings, Musical Instruments and Cities Around the World are available now!

Ladybird Audio Adventures: Explorers

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