Audiobooks narrated by Aysha Kala

Terrible True Tales: Shakespeare Audiobook

"Bloomsbury presents Terrible True Tales: Shakespeare written and read by Terry Deary, with Aysha Kala and Nigel Pilkington. Featuring exciting activities for listeners to enjoy alongside the stories! From the author of the blockbuster Horrible Histories series, also a TV show and movie, who has sold more than 30 million copies worldwide. Horrible Histories author Terry Deary presents a fantastic collection of Shakespeare tales based on action-packed true stories – four books in one! Perfect for history fans (and those who don't know they're history fans yet) aged 7+. A Midsummer Night's Dream: Molly loves travelling with Shakespeare’s theatre company but the jester, Armin, keeps picking on her. Meanwhile, on stage, Helena wants revenge on Hermia, Lysander wants revenge on Demetrius and the fairy queen Titania has fallen in love with a donkey! Macbeth: Mary has buckets of stage blood to clear up under the horrible gaze of Master ‘Foulbrew’. Can she find a way to escape her revolting master? In the play, Lady Macbeth wants to be queen but Duncan is on the throne. The witches say Macbeth will rule, so ghosts, treason and blood are bound to follow. Romeo and Juliet: Sam is about to star in Shakespeare’s new play but a plague is spreading through the city. Will Sam get his big break or will the plague shut down the theatre? On stage, Romeo and Juliet are in love but their families can’t stand each other! Twelfth Night: Jane and John have uncovered a plot to steal the throne from Queen Elizabeth I while she watches a play. Can they stop it in time? Meanwhile, in the play, Olivia loves the boy Caesario, who is in fact not a boy but a girl, Viola. Viola loves Orsino but Orsino loves Olivia. What a tangle... Terrible True Tales: Shakespeare explores the fascinating world of William Shakespeare through the eyes of children who could have lived at the time. Join master storyteller Terry Deary for a trip back in time to Shakespeare’s travelling theatre company and a laugh-out loud comedy. This edition features notes for the reader to help extend learning and exploration of the historical period. C 2016 Terry Deary P 2026 Bloomsbury Publishing PLC"

Terry Deary (Author), Aysha Kala, Nigel Pilkington, Terry Deary (Narrator)

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Gentle Things: The Chilling Historical Fiction Novel Full of Secrets and Suspense

"‘Gentle Things is a daring and devouring gothic gem of a novel’ – Lucy Rose, bestselling author of The Lamb The plague has passed, the fire has cooled, and Lucy North is in desperate need of a husband . . . From the acclaimed author of Mere comes a thrilling new tale of medicine, marriage and madness set in seventeenth-century London. London, 1668. Though the streets hum with promise following the restoration of the crown, Lucy North is trapped. Her father’s recent death has left her mother saddled with debts she cannot pay. Lucy must marry the first man willing to take her without a dowry. So when she meets Thomas Ashwell, a young and charming apothecary, Lucy quickly identifies an attractive route out. She falls in love easily, and when Thomas proposes she believes her future is finally secured. But when Lucy falls and injures her head during their wedding party, things start to warp. Confined to her bedroom her dreams refuse to leave her at daybreak, and the voice in her head no longer sounds like her own. As Thomas plies her with tinctures and cures, a creeping fear takes root: Has this marriage saved her? Or will it bring about her end? ‘One of the best things I’ve read in ages’ – Liam Higginson, author of The Hill in the Dark Grove ‘A stunning fever dream of a book . . . one of my favourite books of 2026 so far’ – Cathryn Kemp, author of A Poisoner’s Tale"

Danielle Giles (Author), Aysha Kala (Narrator)

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Bronte Tempestra and the Vanishing Kingdom

"Bronte Tempestra is back for another fun-filled adventure at Sir Sebastian's School for Squires! When Bronte hears that the Sun Beam has been stolen from her friend Ellie's kingdom, she feels certain that the Weather Witch is to blame. Will the realm's knights step forward and stop her once and for all? Or is it going to be down to Bronte to set things right again? But when a sneaky midnight quest to the Vanishing Kingdom goes seriously wrong, Bronte finds herself far from Sir Sebastian's School for Squires and with little clue about how she's even going to get home. Fortunately, Bronte has made herself some friends in high places, and together they just might be able to find their way back and save the day! The final thrilling adventure in this fun-filled fantasy series for readers aged 7 and up, packed with illustrations. Perfect for fans of RAINBOW GREY and WITCH WARS."

Bex Hogan (Author), Aysha Kala (Narrator)

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The Midnight Carousel: A Darkly Glittering Mystery of Obsession, Revenge, and Enduring Love

"Brought to you by Penguin. THE NIGHT CIRCUS MEETS WATER FOR ELEPHANTS IN THIS ENCHANTING, DARKLY GLITTERING STORY OF GRIEF, OBSESSION, REVENGE AND ENDURING LOVE Come children, come children from far and near. Come choose your steed, you galloping knights, to enjoy the fun of the carousel . . . Paris, 1914 Detective Laurent Bisset has reluctantly closed a most puzzling case. Fairgoers have been vanishing while riding a dazzling carousel. The only man who could be responsible is behind bars – but Laurent cannot explain what happened to those missing. Chicago, 1920 Maisie Marlowe acquires a beautiful, antique carousel, and sets up the Silver Kingdom amusement park. It is a place of delight and wonder – until a child goes missing on its most famous ride. When rumours of the Chicago disappearance reach Laurent, he crosses the Atlantic in search of new answers to an old mystery. Together, can he and Maisie uncover the carousel’s secret before it claims another? 'An atmospheric, evocative adventure across the world. Stunning' JANICE HALLETT 'Took hold of my heart and held me captive.' ANYA BERGMAN 'What a special story this is. A brilliant, absorbing ride' AMANDA GEARD 'I completely surrendered to its magic' HESTER MUSSON 'My favourite book of the year. When I wasn't reading it, it was all I could think about.' SARAH PENNER 'A beguiling mystery and a fabulous love story' GARETH BROWN 'Intricate and enchanting' FREYA BERRY 'I adored it . . . Readers are in for a treat' MELISSA FU 'A lavish tapestry that weaves a compelling mystery into a timeless love story. Breathtaking' HELEN FIELDS 'A truly magical book that kept me reading long into the night' LOUISE HARE © Fiza Saeed McLynn 2025 (P) Penguin Audio 2025"

Fiza Saeed Mclynn (Author), Aysha Kala (Narrator)

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Bronte Tempestra and the Weather Witch

"Bronte Tempestra is back for another fun-filled adventure at Sir Sebastian's School for Squires! Bronte and the other trainee knights at Sir Sebastian's School for Squires are visiting the Stones of Forgotten Secrets with the princesses from POOP (The Palace of Obedient and Outstanding Princesses). But the joint school trip is plagued by mysterious mist, which Bronte believes is the work of a weather witch. With the camp in danger, it's up to Bronte and her friends to discover the witch's intentions - a quest that leads them to question history itself. Can Bronte uncover what is truly behind the chaos at camp and succeed in saving the day, like her hero Sir Pen Tine? The next adventure in this fun-filled fantasy series for readers aged 7 and up, packed with illustrations. Perfect for fans of RAINBOW GREY and WITCH WARS."

Bex Hogan (Author), Aysha Kala (Narrator)

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Small Fry

"A funny, exciting, David vs Goliath adventure with a heart-warming father-son relationship – perfect for fans of Danny the Champion of the World, Millions, and Ratatouille. The story of one boy and his brilliant burgers! Benny Burns spends every weekend helping his dad by working at their burger van, parked outside the local football ground. And when Benny finds his grandfather’s old recipe book and begins following its instructions, he starts cooking INCREDIBLE food – so good, in fact, that he attracts the unwanted attention of fast food giant Bonkers Burgers! and its CEO, Bodley Bonkers. To Bodley, Benny and his burgers are a threat that must be eliminated… by any means necessary. And so, along with his dad and his two best friends, Jasper and Mina, Benny must find a way to defeat Bonkers Burgers, help rescue his dad’s business, and share his passion for cooking with the world – a mission that leads to him competing with the world’s greatest chef to cook the best burger."

David Baddiel (Author), Aysha Kala, Cornelia Colman, Eric Meyers, Lizzie Waterworth, Paul Panting (Narrator)

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Bronte Tempestra and the Ice Warriors

"Bronte Tempestra is back for another fun-filled adventure at Sir Sebastian's School for Squires! When a snowstorm engulfs Sir Sebastian's at the end of the winter term, it looks like all the knights will be stuck at school for the holidays! But Bronte suspects there's more to the weird weather than meets the eye . . . and when ice sculptures come to life it looks like she has another quest on her hands! As Bronte ventures through deep tunnels and into the heart of a blizzard to confront her frosty foes, can she show she's truly the knight she dreams of being? The next adventure in this fun-filled fantasy series for readers aged 7 and up, packed with illustrations. Perfect for fans of RAINBOW GREY, WITCH WARS and THE PRINCESS IN BLACK."

Bex Hogan (Author), Aysha Kala (Narrator)

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I Died At Fallow Hall

"Anna Deerin moves to a remote Cotswold cottage to become a gardener, trying to strip away everything she’s spent all her life as a woman striving for, craving the anonymity and privacy her new off-grid life provides. But when she clears the last vegetable bed and digs up not twigs but bones, the outside world is readmitted. With it comes Detective Inspector Hitesh Mistry, who has his own reasons for a new start in the village of Upper Magna. Drawn in spite of herself to this unknown woman from another time, Anna is determined to uncover her identity and gain recognition for her, if not justice. As threats to Anna and her new life grow closer, she and DI MIstry will find that this murder is inextricably bound up with issues of gender, family, community, race and British identity itself – all as relevant in decades past as they are to Anna today."

Bonnie Burke-Patel (Author), Aysha Kala (Narrator)

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The Campbell Gardens Ladies' Swimming Class

"A peek into the lives of Indian women learning to swim. An eclectic group of Indian women living in a condominium in Singapore are determined to learn how to swim. To accomplish this, they must challenge cultural taboos, paddle against the tide of ingrained beliefs, tread carefully past family members, and dive deep into their pooled psyche to let go of things held dear. The Campbell Gardens Ladies' Swimming Class goes beneath the surface to fathom what hinders these women from owning the water. It plunges into unexpected situations and encounters unusual role models who help uplift these women and make them believe that nothing is impossible."

Vrushali Junnarkar (Author), Aysha Kala (Narrator)

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The City Beyond the Stars

""Zohra is such an exciting storyteller - I was held spellbound throughout." Abi Elphinstone, author of Sky Song Set in a lavish world of sorceresses, alchemists, jinn and flying carpets, this spine-tingling middle-grade book is perfect for fans of Kiran Millwood Hargrave and Sophie Anderson. Confined to a besieged Settlement, Yara longs to free her mother from the alchemists in the City of Zehaira. When Yara receives a message from her mother to find the hidden residence of the Grand High Sorceress, it sets her on a different path. Yara and her friends set off on an adventure to find her mother's home, and to seek out a secret magic that her mother was working on - magic so powerful that it could defeat the alchemists once and for all. But the wicked alchemist Omair Firaaz is on her trail and will stop at nothing to gain the power himself… Can Yara and her friends find the magic that could be the answer to everything … before it destroys them all? From the author of the Waterstone's Children's Book of the Month The Kingdom Over the Sea comes a gorgeous, lyrical adventure about family and finding where you belong. Praise for The City Beyond the Stars: "A thrilling, captivating adventure just as fun and magical as the original. Storytelling at its best." - Hannah Gold, author of The Last Bear "The book shines with magic and the power of storytelling. Spellbinding." - Zillah Bethell, author of The Song Walker "Lyrical, magical and captivating - Zohra Nabi is the ultimate story sorcerer." - Laura Noakes, Cosima Unfortunate Steals A Star "Vivid worldbuilding. A brilliant fantasy that children will devour." - Nazima Pathan, author of Dream Hunters "A rare jewel, deftly plotted with thrilling twists and tension - flawless storytelling." - Sarah Driver, author of The Huntress "I adored every second I spent with this book and I can't wait to read it again." - Jacob North, author of The Ice Apprentices Praise for The Kingdom Over the Sea: "Enchanting, immersive and beautifully imagined. Once I'd finished, I couldn't stop dreaming of this magnificent magical world." A.F. Steadman, author of Skandar and the Unicorn Thief "Spellbinding storytelling - lyrical, heartfelt, and glittering with possibilities." Sophie Anderson, author of The House with Chicken Legs "Intricately-woven and wholly authentic." Aisha Bushby, author of A Pocketful of Stars "A glorious debut brimming with magic and warmth. The Kingdom Over The Sea dazzled me every time I turned the page." - Natasha Hastings, author of The Miraculous Sweetmakers"

Zohra Nabi (Author), Aysha Kala (Narrator)

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The Big Bright Feelings Audio Collection

"Bloomsbury presents The Big Bright Feelings Audio Collection by Tom Percival, read by Sam Newton, Aysha Kala and Felicity Bown. A beautiful audio collection bringing together the Big Bright Feelings titles by bestselling author and illustrator Tom Percival. Also featuring exclusive audio mindfulness exercises to help little ones understand and manage their own big bright feelings. Join Finn as he tells one teeny tiny lie, face your worries with Ruby, understand your emotions with Ravi and make friends with Meesha. The Big Bright Feelings Audio Collection is a warm bundle of stories and interactive exercises that are the perfect springboard for conversations about mental and emotional health, positive self-image, building self-confidence and managing feelings. This collection contains: Perfectly Norman, Ruby's Worry, Ravi's Roar, Meesha Makes Friends, Tilda Tries Again, Milo's Monster, Billy's Bravery and Finn's Little Fibs."

Tom Percival (Author), Aysha Kala, Felicity Bown, Sam Newton (Narrator)

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Bronte Tempestra and the Lightning Steeds

"A fun-filled fantasy quest starring an unforgettable new hero: BRONTE TEMPESTRA! Bronte Tempestra of the Storm Kingdom is taking charge of her own destiny - she will be the first ever princess to become a knight! But knight school isn't the fun-filled adventure Bronte is expecting - the knights don't seem interested in saving . . . anything. And when she discovers that the Lightning Steeds have gone missing, leaving the Thunder Trolls to wreak havoc across the lands, she knows it's her moment to prove just how brave a princess can be. Bronte must face down pompous griffin lords and bare-bottomed cloud-stealing gnomes, monstrous horrorflies and spooky zombits. The future of the entire kingdom is at stake! It's time for the princess to rescue the knights! The first book in a new fantasy series for readers aged 7 and up, packed with illustrations. Perfect for fans of RAINBOW GREY, WITCH WARS and THE PRINCESS IN BLACK."

Bex Hogan (Author), Aysha Kala (Narrator)

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