Humorous Fiction

Greg Heffley is caught in the middle as the two halves of his extended family come together in a sidesplittingly relatable summer story!

Willy Wonka's famous chocolate factory is opening at last! But only five lucky children will be allowed inside. And the winners are: Augustus Gloop, an enormously fat boy whose hobby is eating; Veruca Salt, a spoiled-rotten brat whose parents are wrapped around her little finger....

Eleven complete Dr. Seuss stories at a great price, featuring performances by John Cleese, Billy Crystal, Ted Danson, Kelsey Grammer, Dustin Hoffman, John Lithgow, and more....

In the newest installment of the Wimpy Kid series, Greg is up to his eyeballs in stress. Overdue homework assignments, flaky study partners, and at least one all-nighter put Greg to the test. You’ll be laughing along as Greg hilariously muddles his way through middle school....

When Sophie hears that the giants are flush-bunking to England to swollomp a few nice little chiddlers, she decides she must stop them. And the BFG (Big Friendly Giant) will help her....

For Milo, everything’s a bore. When a tollbooth mysteriously appears in his room, he drives through only because he’s got nothing better to do. But on the other side, things seem different....

A little magic can take you a long way. After James Henry Trotter's parents are tragically eaten by a rhinoceros, he goes to live with his two horrible aunts, Spiker and Sponge. Life there is no fun, until James accidentally drops some magic crystals by the old peach tree....

Fourth graders George Beard and Harold Hutchins are a couple of class clowns. The only thing they enjoy more than playing practical jokes is creating their own comic books....

Chronicles the adventures and misadventures of Hiccup Horrendous Haddock III as he tries to pass the important initiation test of his Viking clan....

Get artsy with everyone’s favorite blue cat in this groovy story that adds a creative touch to the importance of great friends and never giving up. Fans of Pete the Cat will love watching him take his positive outlook and transform something ordinary into an awesome masterpiece....

A bizarre chain of events begins when 16 unlikely people gather for the reading of Samuel W. Westing's will....

Ben Ripley is recruited for a top secret mission to bring down his nemesis, Murray Hill, once and for all. But when things go horribly wrong, Ben ends up lost in an extremely dangerous wilderness with Murray—and confronting a new, devious enemy—with none of his friends to help him.

Can an undercover nerd become a superstar agent? Ben Ripley sure hopes so - and his life may depend on it....

In the ancient South Pacific world of Oceania, Moana, a born navigator, sets sail in search of a fabled island. During her incredible journey, she teams up with her hero, the demi-god Maui....

Frog and Toad, those famous pals, are beloved by generations of children....

George and Harold are usually responsible kids - whenever anything bad happens, George and Harold are usually responsible! This time, their latest prank backfires, and they accidentally invent an army of terrifying talking toilets....

This collection retells the classic story of the original Toy Story and shows just what happens when a new toy comes to town....

In this infectious rhyming book, Baby Llama turns bedtime into an all-out llama drama! Tucked into bed by his mama, Baby Llama immediately starts worrying when she goes downstairs, and his soft whimpers turn to hollers when she doesn't come right back. But just in time....

This second audio collection of the Big Nate series is perfect for fans of the Diary of a Wimpy Kid series! In this collection enjoy the next four adventures of the New York Times best-selling series....

Is your school just a little too…NORMAL? Maybe you should go to Wayside School....

Leo K. Doyle has become a star in the Youth Premier League and one of the brightest young players in the world. But he faces his toughest challenge yet when he joins his junior national team and tries to lead an underdog squad to victory in the greatest tournament of all for his age group.

This is not a fairy tale. This is about real witches. Grandmamma loves to tell about witches. Real witches are the most dangerous of all living creatures on Earth. There's nothing they hate so much as children, and they work all kinds of terrifying spells to get rid of them....

A collection of the first three audiobooks in the New York Times bestselling The Last Kids on Earth series. The perfect gift for hours of entertainment and nonstop action and laughs!

Thanks to the evidence Ben uncovered in his investigation of the Croatoan, the CIA has tracked his nemesis, Murray Hill, to Central America, where they believe he is boarding the world’s biggest cruise ship, The Emperor of the Seas, on its maiden voyage around the world....

Dragons love tacos. They love chicken tacos, beef tacos, great big tacos, and teeny tiny tacos. So if you want to lure a bunch of dragons to your party, you should definitely serve tacos. Buckets and buckets of tacos....

This audio story tells the tale of an extraordinary family, the Madrigals, who live hidden in the mountains of Colombia, in a magical house, in a vibrant town, in a wondrous, charmed place called an Encanto. The magic of the Encanto has blessed every child in the family with a unique gift from super strength to the power to heal--every child except one, Mirabel. But when she discovers that the magic surrounding the Encanto is in danger, Mirabel decides that she, the only ordinary Madrigal, might just be her exceptional family's last hope.

When eleven-year-old Tommy made his hometown's baseball travel team, he thought he'd be set for life. He thought he'd be royalty. He thought he'd become a member of the Super Sports Society. And that's all kind of true . . . it will all happen, AFTER he wins his first travel tournament. Meanwhile, Tommy's best friend, Pel, is also going to his first tournament, and using his dad's old baseball glove is a punch-in-the-gut reminder that he's no longer here. Or, as Ma says, is he?

Every child needs to have a pet. No one could argue with that. But what happens when your pet is an owl, and your owl is terrorizing the neighbourhood? In Farley Mowat’s exciting children’s story, a young boy’s pet menagerie—which includes crows, magpies, gophers and a dog—grows out of control with the addition of two cantankerous pet owls. The story of how Wol and Weeps turn the whole town upside down is warm, funny, and bursting with adventure and suspense.

12-year-old Ella Jones has been blind for two years and is navigating her new world with the help of her guide dog Maisie, her sister Poppy and her best friend Finn. One day, on a visit to central London with her family, a light in the world is suddenly extinguished, causing panic and chaos as people are plunged into pitch black. A pagan god of light, Lugh, has been released from his millennium-old-prison by a shadowy villain and, out for revenge on humans, has brought darkness down on the world. But Ella is the hero the world needs.

The Man Who Never Checked Out begins when fourteen-year-old Herman (Herm as he hates to be called) Krause, the son of the manager of the Quarter Deck Hotel along the shore of southern New Jersey, discovers the body of a murdered guest. He makes this discovery while with his cool-headed frenemy, Becca Collins. Herm is a part-time cleaner (never to be called a maid), and Becca is a bus person, as she insists on being called, who clears tables in the restaurant. When it becomes apparent that the violent death of a guest may jeopardize his father's job, Herman decides that he must solve the ...

Grumpy old King Chisel has a problem. He needs an heir to his kingdom – fast! So he challenges the best kids from across the country to compete in the Crown Duels, with the ultimate winner becoming king or queen. The ridiculous prime minister, Farting Bernie, is in charge and the contest swiftly descends into chaos. Who will rise to the top and survive wild sabotaging, saggy royal pants, the most disgusting meal ever and a pair of frisky goats?

Squirrel and Duck might seem strange housemates but they are drawn together by their secret – they are the only two talking animals in the world. When bulldozers arrive to redevelop the abandoned theme park they call home, they flee with nothing but Mr Spikes, Duck’s beloved ‘pet’ cactus. Overhearing a conversation between two nincompoop art thieves puts them on the trail of untold riches (according to Squirrel) or a great deed to help the nation (as far as Duck’s concerned).

Plum wholeheartedly believes that the Athensville Zoo is the best zoo on the planet—and the most perfect home. He and the other peacocks wander the grounds, mingling with, guiding, and delighting the visitors. He has friends in every habitat. And the Great Tree has the most comfortable branches to roost on each night. So when trucks roll in and signs are posted about the zoo undergoing a total renovation, Plum can’t think of anything worse! Where are they taking all his friends? What will happen to the Great Tree?

These disgusting stories are for good boys and girls only. Naughty children will only be tempted to sickie-burp in someone's face, or spread nasty rumours, or blame a stinky fart on someone else. You've been warned!

Book 3, Summer Blues, continues Norma Elliott’s journey with a season full of laughter, heartfelt moments, and life lessons shared through her secret journal. From dashing through the sprinkler with self-tanning mishaps to navigating the challenges of growing up, entering a singing contest, and more, this summer is brimming with unforgettable adventures. With wit and warmth, Victoria Simcox invites readers into Norma’s world, illustrating that God’s love embraces us in every moment—flaws and all. Through the laughter, missteps, and life lessons, His grace proves to be the most ...

Hi everyone! Above all else, I’m a dad of four children. These interactive Jones Stories were shared verbally with my two youngest children. These stories are designed to expand parent’s and children’s imaginations. Jones Stories are and were maximum FUN! I’ve been writing for many years. I’ve written film screenplays, scripts, magazine articles, advertising copy, and I’ve worked in the entertainment business for over 30 years.

In Huddersgate, near where Stanley Bagshaw, lives there is a factory that makes sprockets and wheels. Passing by the gates one day his old mate George the works engineer calls him over and asks if he will just keep an eye on the foundry while he has his tea break.

Have you met Ginger? In the magical forest, she is surprised by a leprechaun on St. Patrick's Day who can make a wish come true. Ginger thinks of a special wish. But uh-oh! Wishes can be tricky. Join Ginger on her exciting journey where she learns about the real magic of wishes.

Het allernieuwste -spannendste -grappigste boek van de schrijver van 'Gozert'! Op tafel staat de afgrijselijkste rugzak van de hele wereld. Een grote groene, met bruinleren onderkant, heel veel vakjes en leren riempjes. Hij ziet eruit alsof hij uit de Tweede Wereldoorlog komt. Of misschien zelfs de Eerste. Zo ruikt hij in ieder geval. Obi moet met de trein naar zijn moeder, omdat zij hem niet op kan halen en zijn vader hem niet weg kan brengen. En hij moet ook nog die stomme, oude rugzak om, omdat hij zijn andere kwijt is geraakt.

The Pooka is a mischievous little creature, but he’s also hungry, thin and hungry in his hole! It’s Monday morning and everyone is looking forward to eating a tasty pie this week, even Tabs the cat. But no pie is safe from the hungry Pooka! Follow the Pooka through the days of the week; what will he eat next? Will he be hungry or full by Sunday? How many more pies can he eat? Will anyone except the Pooka get to eat a pie?

Meet Mr Willy Wood-Louse, the Proprietor of the Bugbox B & B Hotel and Dr Wreaking Havoc, Willy’s motivational guru and co-editor of Moon Moths Matter, Mate who are imminently expecting the arrival of thousands upon thousands of bugs, all flying in for their annual winter hibernation. The story begins with The Bugbox Hotel receiving their first ever complaint. The complaint goes viral. Panic ensues. Willy is in meltdown. Trumpitt Dumpitt a Chinese weevil beetle is in hiding. Roadie Toadie goes missing, presumed dead.

Ein lustiges Kinderhörbuch über Freundschaft und eine wunderbar unperfekte Familie. Juri, Kette und Quark sind eine richtige Chaostruppe. Das sagt jedenfalls Mama. Juri findet, dass er und seine Freunde einfach nur sehr gute Ideen haben. Wie zum Beispiel das Karacho-Rennen im Einkaufswagen. Oder die Entdeckung von Sofalonien. Oder die Sache mit dem Umgekehrt-Klauen. Aber auch wenn mal was schiefläuft – meistens müssen am Ende Mama, Papa und Opa Eule doch mitlachen. Nur bei Juris kleinem Bruder Pippo ist der Sinn für Humor noch nicht so richtig entwickelt. Aber das kann ja noch kommen.

Kenn ich, lieb ich, hör ich: Ein neues Abenteuer mit Dr. Brumm! Warum schafft Dachs einen Klimmzug und Dr. Brumm nicht? Weil Dachs so viel Gemüse isst! Bauer Hackenpiep liefert ihm wöchentlich eine Kiste voller Grünzeug. Das will Dr. Brumm auch ausprobieren. Aber wie groß soll die Kiste sein? Viel hilft doch sicher viel? Dr. Brumm kreuzt XXXXXXL an - und braucht danach Unterstützung von all seinen Freunden.

Roodkapje met een briljante twist! De Grote Boze Wolf heeft een verschrikkelijke winter gehad. Het was koud, eenzaam en hij is compleet uitgehongerd. Maar daar komt verandering in, want de lente breekt aan en hij is vastberaden om aan iedereen te laten merken hoe Groot en Boos hij is. Jammer alleen dat alle anderen in het Sprookjesbos hem niet serieus nemen. Niemand is bang voor hem en ze nemen hem allemaal in de maling; de heks, trol, de drie biggetjes en die irritante Roodkapje nog het meest! Ondanks al zijn sluwheid en charme verloopt de lente nog rampzaliger dan de winter.

Een bundel vol tegendraadse verhalen van Tosca Menten. De eigenzinnige Flip krijgt om de haverklap een knotsgek idee. Haar buurmeisje Olijf vindt die allemaal maar raar en vies, maar gelukkig snapt Nisar haar helemaal. Met Flip beleef je nog eens wat! Ze verft haar saaie sneeuwpop rood, kookt winterklutspot voor vogeltjes en broedt een gevonden ei uit in haar haar. Van klei maakt Flip een doodecht fossiel van haar neus. Over honderd miljoen jaar graaft iemand die op. Wat zal die opkijken.