Audiobooks narrated by Ben Bailey Smith

Ladybird Audio Adventures: Trains and Trams

"Brought to you by Ladybird. Winner of The FutureBook of the Year Award 2019 and Week Junior Audiobook of the Year 2023. 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! All aboard for a high-speed adventure with Ladybird Audio Adventures! Join our fearless drivers and engineers as they navigate the thrilling world of trams and trains. Feel the rush of the Bullet Train, experience the elegance of the Orient Express, and ride the legendary Flying Scotsman. We’ll also learn about the iconic trams of San Francisco, where every journey is a cable-tastic ride! 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? Predators, Ancient Greece, Explorers, Cool Constructions and Amazing Asia are available now. ©2026 Ladybird (P)2026 Penguin Audio"

Ladybird (Author), Ben Bailey Smith (Narrator)

Audiobook

Ladybird Audio Adventures: In the Garden

"Brought to you by Ladybird. Winner of The FutureBook of the Year Award 2019 and Week Junior Audiobook of the Year 2023. 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! Step into a blooming adventure with Ladybird Audio Adventures! Join our intrepid explorers as they discover wonders on our very doorstep: In the Garden! Marvel at the towering sunflowers, tend to the vibrant vegetable patch, and keep an eye out for the cunning foxes, cheerful robins, and hungry blackbirds. 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? Predators, Ancient Greece, Explorers, Cool Constructions and Amazing Asia are available now. ©2026 Ladybird (P)2026 Penguin Audio"

Ladybird (Author), Ben Bailey Smith (Narrator)

Audiobook

Ladybird Audio Adventures: Ancient Greece

"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 time travellers! Get ready to step into the enchanting world of myths, gods, and legendary heroes, because we’re heading to Ancient Greece. Join our intrepid explorers as they navigate the bustling streets of ancient Athens, witness the grandeur of the first Olympic Games, and unravel the mysteries of the Greek pantheon. 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! ©2025 Ladybird (P)2025 Penguin Audio"

Ladybird (Author), Ben Bailey Smith (Narrator)

Audiobook

Ladybird Audio Adventures: Explorers

"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! ©2025 Ladybird (P)2025 Penguin Audio"

Ladybird (Author), Ben Bailey Smith (Narrator)

Audiobook

Charlie and the Christmas Factory: A glorious collection of festive short stories, inspired by the world and characters of Roald Dahl

"Brought to you by Puffin. Why is Matilda worried about being on the naughty list? What happens when years after the creation of his original marvellous medicine George’s granddaughter Gigi decides to make her own potion? And how does Charlie plan to celebrate Christmas at the chocolate factory? A magical and hilarious short-story collection from 13 bestselling, much-loved storytellers. This is the perfect seasonal read featuring 12 brand-new short stories based on their author’s favourite Roald Dahl characters. With stories from Adam Hills (The Enormous Crocodile), Adam Kay (George’s Marvellous Medicine), Ben Bailey Smith (James and The Giant Peach), Elle McNichol (Matilda), Greg James and Chris Smith (The Twits), Hannah Gold (Fantastic Mr Fox), Konnie Huq (Danny the Champion of the World), Nadia Shireen (The BFG), Nathan Bryon (The Giraffe and the Pelly and Me), Pamela Butchart (The Witches), Sally Rippin (The Magic Finger), and Sibéal Pounder (Charlie and the Chocolate Factory). © Roald Dahl 2024 (P) Penguin Audio 2024"

Roald Dahl (Author), Adam Hills, Adam Kay, Ben Bailey Smith, Chris Smith, Greg James, Konnie Huq, Nathan Bryon, Susan Wokoma (Narrator)

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Ladybird Audio Adventures: Castles

"Brought to you by Ladybird. Winner of The FutureBook of the Year Award 2019 and The Week Junior’s Children’s Audiobook of the Year 2023. Meet our fearless adventurers Cassandra, Otto and Missy, the smartest raven in the universe, as they set out on their next action-packed Ladybird Audio Adventure! On this adventure we’ll journey through time to discover some incredible castles around the world. With a little help from Jeffrey the Jester we’ll learn about moats, turrets and we’ll find out who really is king of the castle! 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, Cities Around the World and Big Cats are available now!"

Ladybird (Author), Ben Bailey Smith (Narrator)

Audiobook

Ladybird Audio Adventures: Mountains

"Brought to you by Ladybird. Winner of The FutureBook of the Year Award 2019 and The Week Junior’s Children’s Audiobook of the Year 2023. Meet our fearless adventurers Cassandra, Otto and Missy, the smartest raven in the universe, as they set out on their next action-packed Ladybird Audio Adventure! Welcome to an adventure with a view! Get you hiking boots on because we’re going to be heading up some of the world’s tallest mountains. We’ll be climbing up to the peak of Everest, venturing up some volcanoes and asking ‘how do mountains grow?’ 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, Cities Around the World and Big Cats are available now!"

Ladybird (Author), Ben Bailey Smith (Narrator)

Audiobook

Ladybird Audio Adventures: Big Cats

"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! On this adventure we're travelling round the world to meet some big cats! Get ready to learn about tigers, lions, leopards, and many more as we encounter these amazing animals in their natural habitats. Roar! 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) 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! ©2023 Ladybird (P)2023 Penguin Audio"

Ladybird (Author), Ben Bailey Smith (Narrator)

Audiobook

Ladybird Audio Adventures: Australia

"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! G'Day explorers! On this adventure we're travelling right around the world - to visit Australia! We're going to learn about everything this brilliant vibrant county has to offer. We're going to learn about the amazing Great Barrier Reef, see the magnificent Uluru, encounter some wonderful wildlife and we might even have time to take in a performance at the Opera House! 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) 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? The Vikings, Musical Instruments, Cities Around the World and Big Cats are available now! ©2023 Ladybird (P)2023 Penguin Audio"

Ladybird (Author), Ben Bailey Smith (Narrator)

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Love in Winter Wonderland: A feel-good bookshop romance to warm hearts this Christmas!

"Will Trey and Ariel find their happily ever after in this hopelessly romantic Christmas love story? 'A screen-worthy holiday romance.' Joya Goffney, author of Excuse Me While I Ugly Cry Trey Anderson is popular and handsome, and he works at his family's beloved Black-owned bookshop, Wonderland. Ariel Spencer is quirky, creative, and in need of a holiday temp job to cover her tuition for The Artists' Studio. An opening at Wonderland is the answer . . . and the start of a hate-to-love journey for Trey and Ariel. When Trey and Ariel learn that Wonderland is on the brink of shutting down, can they get over their differences and team up to stop the doors from closing before the Christmas Eve deadline? PRAISE FOR LOVE IN WINTER WONDERLAND 'A sweetly seasonal YA romance.' Guardian 'Gorgeous writing, witty dialogue, a magical setting and two characters you'll fall head over heels for.' Jennifer Niven, author of All the Bright Places 'A story so charming and fun it will whisk you away. It has TikTok sensation written all over it!' Laura Jane Williams, author of Our Stop 'I devoured this delicious YA rom-com. A treat to read any time of year.' Katherine Webber, author of Twin Crowns 'Charming, heartwarming and perfect cosy reading, complete with the perfect holiday soundtrack!' Ciara Smyth, author of Not My Problem 'Full of warmth, humour and joy. A delightful read!' Michelle Quach, author of Not Here to be Liked 'A dazzling love letter to bookshops, and the power of community.' Adiba Jaigirdar, author of Hani and Ishu's Guide to Fake Dating 'A wonderfully warm love story.' Candice Brathwaite, author of Cuts Both Ways 'A warm and cosy read that pulls you into the perfect winter romance. Abiola has given us all a gift to swoon over.' Benjamin Dean, author of The King is Dead 'A gorgeous love story, full of joy, humour and heart. Abiola Bello has given us something truly special!' Danielle Jawando, author of And the Stars Were Burning Brightly 'The most joyful, cosy and swoon-worthy love story.' Kate Weston, author of Diary of a Confused Feminist 'Fans of Mean Girls will love this delightful and riveting read.' Clara Loveman, author of Crown of Crowns"

Abiola Bello (Author), Ben Bailey Smith, Nneka Okoye (Narrator)

Audiobook

Ladybird Audio Adventures: Volcanoes

"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! On this adventure, we're going to encounter a phenomenon of nature - the volcano! We'll travel through the different layers of the earth to reach its core and learn about how scientist document changes over years and years! 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) 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 new Audio Adventures? Australia, The Vikings, Musical Instruments, Cities Around the World and Big Cats are available now! ©2021 Ladybird (P)2021 Penguin Audio"

Ladybird (Author), Ben Bailey Smith (Narrator)

Audiobook

Ladybird Audio Adventures: Lakes, Lochs and Rivers

"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! On this adventure, we're splashing about, as we learn about lakes, lochs and rivers. We'll be sailing down the bends of the River Nile and discovering the mysterious Scottish lochs. 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) 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 new Audio Adventures? Australia, The Vikings, Musical Instruments, Cities Around the World and Big Cats are available now! Written by Donna David ©2021 Ladybird (P)2021 Penguin Audio"

Ladybird (Author), Ben Bailey Smith (Narrator)

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Audiobooks Narrated by Ben Bailey Smith

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