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Five-Minute Stories

An encounter with fairies who make a shy girl’s shoes speak on her behalf; the misuse of a wishing feather; a kindly doll who helps out a elf caught in the rain – these 30 short stories introduce Enid Blyton’s work to a new generation. Age 6+

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  • Publisher: Hodder
  • Year: 2023
  • Format: Paperback
  • Pages: 336pp
  • Illustrated: Yes
  • Dimensions: 196x128mm
  • ISBN: 9781444969214
  • Condition: New
  • Weight: 0.3kg
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541379
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A bumper collection of five-minute short stories by the world's best-loved storyteller. Perfect for children aged 5 and up!

Whizz through five-minute tales in this brilliant collection by Enid Blyton. From animal and school adventures to outdoor wanders and magical mischief and mayhem, there's a story for everyone!

These traditional tales are ideal for younger children being read to and for newly confident readers to read alone. Each story stands alone and is the perfect length for reading at bedtime or in the classroom.

Enid Blyton remains one of Britain's favourite children's authors and her bumper short story collections are perfect for introducing her to the latest generation of readers.

Read all of Enid Blyton's bumper short story collections. New in 2023:
Five-Minute Stories
Stories of Tails and Whiskers
Spellbinding Stories
Stories for Christmas

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Enid Blyton (R) and Enid Blyton's signature are registered trade marks of Hodder & Stoughton Limited. No trade mark or copyrighted material may be reproduced without the express written permission of the trade mark and copyright owner.
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