203 Results in the "Children’s Fiction" category


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      The Red Shoes

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      by LovelyMay The Red Shoes introduces a young girl named Karen, whose life changes drastically after receiving a pair of handmade red shoes during her mother’s funeral. Despite the sadness of her loss, the vivid shoes became a symbol of comfort and wonder in her otherwise bleak world. Shortly after, she is adopted by a wealthy, elderly woman who notices Karen’s humble upbringing and immediately sets out to reform her appearance and manners. Though Karen is taught refinement and proper conduct, her fascination with…
      Fable • Fantasy
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      by LovelyMay The Real Princess begins not with grandeur, but with a quiet yearning—one that belongs to a Prince tired of titles and masks. He’s not looking for someone who merely wears a crown; he longs for someone whose nobility runs deeper than appearance. His travels bring him face-to-face with many royal figures, all charming in their own way, yet none truly convince him. They are polished, rehearsed, and polite, but something essential seems to be missing. With each encounter, his doubt grows stronger. He…
      Fable • Fantasy
    • The Puzzling “Dos” and “Don’ts” Cover
      by LovelyMay The Puzzling "Dos" and "Don'ts" quietly captures the widening gap between David’s inner world and the everyday expectations placed upon him. With each new rule he’s asked to follow, David tries to balance his desire to please with his need to understand why beauty must be sacrificed for labor. Pulling weeds and chopping wood make sense in routine, but lying under apple trees and watching clouds still feel more real to him. That contrast is not lost on David, and he begins to notice how often his…
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      The Old House

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      by LovelyMay The Old House stood across a cobbled street, dark and leaning slightly, yet brimming with silent stories and faded grandeur. In it lived an elderly man, alone but not forgotten, who had drawn the attention of a boy living in the neat, modern home opposite. Despite the contrast between their worlds, a quiet connection grew. The boy, guided by a feeling he didn’t fully understand, gifted one of his pewter soldiers to the old man, hoping it would cheer him. The gift, though small, bridged their separate…
      Fable • Fantasy
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      The Naughty Boy

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      by LovelyMay In this chapter titled "The Naughty Boy" tells of a quiet, elderly poet who leads a peaceful life, surrounded by books, memories, and the comfort of solitude. On a stormy evening, thunder rumbles and winds wail when a faint knock draws his attention. Upon opening the door, he finds a drenched child with golden curls and rosy cheeks, delicate as an angel yet trembling in the cold. The poet, guided by kindness, brings the boy inside, offering a warm blanket and a comforting meal of wine and roasted apples.…
      Fable • Fantasy
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      by LovelyMay The Mountain Home rests in a place untouched by noise and clutter, a serene corner of the world where every breeze carries a whisper and every tree stands like a silent witness. Perched on a sloping ledge, the cabin opens toward a view so expansive that it feels like a living painting. The cliffs rise behind them, sheltering the little home from the coldest winds, while ahead lies a world of green slopes, forest shadows, and a silver-threaded brook tracing the valley floor. For David, this isn’t just…
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      by LovelyMay The Little Match Girl begins with a young girl shivering in the streets on New Year’s Eve, barefoot and alone, her hands tightly holding a bundle of matches. She walks unnoticed through the city, passed by celebrants oblivious to her hunger and despair. The chill bites harder with each step, and the absence of shoes or shelter drives her to crouch in a corner. She’s too afraid to go home with no money from sales, dreading her father's anger and the cold walls of their broken home. Out of sheer…
      Fable • Fantasy
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      The Leap-Frog

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      by LovelyMay The Leap-Frog begins not with fanfare, but with the quiet presence of a contender who surprises everyone by saying very little. A challenge is announced by a king who offers his daughter’s hand to whichever creature can leap the highest. Drawn to this opportunity are three distinct participants: the nimble Flea, the elegant Grasshopper, and the silent, unnoticed Leap-frog. Each boasts in turn, the Flea of his ancestry and how he has danced in royal boudoirs, hopping lightly but with flair. The…
      Fable • Fantasy
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      by LovelyMay The Lady of the Roses begins with David’s continued desire to bring warmth into the lives of those around him, especially Joe and his younger sister, Betty. Despite the modest means of the Holly household, David becomes deeply disturbed by the children's hunger. Unable to ignore their need, he begins bringing food from home—doughnuts, cookies, and anything he can carry in his pockets. Although Mrs. Holly is initially critical of this action, her heart softens once she sees the sincerity of David’s…
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      by LovelyMay The Happy Family introduces readers to a world measured not in miles, but in burdock leaves. Within this leafy dominion, an elderly pair of snails view their secluded life with a mix of pride and peace. To them, their patch of garden is not just home—it is a legacy planted, as they believe, solely for their noble kind. Their belief in inherited distinction shapes the way they perceive the world, even as they remain unaware of what lies beyond the burdocks. Having no children of their own, they adopt a…
      Fable • Fantasy
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