The Theft of Thor's Hammer: A Hilarious Norse Epic of Disguise and Deception
How Thor, the thunder god, cross-dressed as Freya to outwit the giant king Thrym and reclaim his lost hammer.
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The Rivals
A Comedy of Mistaken Identities and Romantic Entanglements in the Irish Countryside
Marriage à la Mode
A satirical tale of love, society, and vanity in 18th-century London
The Kiss: A Delightfully Awkward Moment in Russia
When a shy street artist’s accidental peck at a Moscow festival sparks laughter, chaos, and a surprising spark of love.
Broads: A Hilarious Adventure of a Man and His Bold Women
When Mark discovers his type is loud, fearless women, life becomes a comedic rollercoaster of bold personalities and awkward encounters.
The Lottery Ticket
A witty tale of an ordinary Russian man’s shocking win and the comic chaos it unleashes
Click, Clack, Moo: Cows That Type
A hilarious farm fable where typing cows and crafty hens negotiate for better blankets, sparking a playful barnyard revolution.
Pete the Cat and the Groovy White Shoes Adventure
Join Pete the Cat on a colorful journey of music, friendship, and unstoppable rhythm in his beloved white shoes.
Amelia Bedelia Kitchen Capers
Join Amelia Bedelia as she turns household tasks into uproarious adventures with her literal take on instructions.
Chicka Chicka Boom Boom: Alphabet Tree Adventure
Letters climb a towering coconut tree in a lively, rhythmic romp through A to Z—perfect for early learners and bedtime fun.
Mullah in the Turkish Bath
A comical tale of anticipation, surprise, and the true nature of reward in an ancient Persian hamam
The Cat in the Cap's Reading Capers
A playful, rhyming tale of a curious cat who sparks a love for books in every reader
The Gingerbread Man’s Grand Escape
A lively American folktale about a daring chase and the dangers of overconfidence
Boo Hog: Texas’s Hauntingly Hilarious Folklore
A quirky legend of the Boo Hog that tickles and terrifies Lone Star hearts
Mullah in the Turkish Bath: A Sufi & Persian Tale
A witty folk story from Iran about humility, laughter, and unexpected rewards in an Ottoman bathhouse
The Vanishing Phantom on Route 85
A chilling New York legend of a young woman who fades to nothing on a lonely highway
Mr. Spider, His Family, and the Dead Elephant: Anansi’s Clever Trick
In a Ghanaian forest, Anansi cleverly outwits the mighty elephant and teaches his family the art of wisdom and resourcefulness.
The Conceited Cow: An Indian Folktale of Modesty and Wisdom
A boastful cow learns humility after encountering more skilled creatures, teaching the value of modesty.
Coward Man and His Enemy – Somali Folktale of Igal Shidad
A witty Somali folktale of Igal Shidad who outwits fear and foes on the desert sands.
The Mill That Ground Out Silver Coins
A spirited trickster stumbles upon a mystic mill that produces silver coins, setting off a whirl of hilarious mischief.
The Mighty Exploits of Alfred Bulltop Stormalong
A rollicking tall tale of grit, adventure, and larger-than-life wonder across 19th-century America.
When Tortillas Fall from the Sky: A Mexican Folktale
A whimsical tale of magic, mystery, and the unexpected wisdom of life.
Benita y las criaturas nocturnas: La Aventura de la Noche
Una encantadora odisea en la que el miedo se transforma en risa y amistad bajo el manto brillante de una noche peruana.
Goldy Luck and the Three Pandas: A Whimsical Tale of Friendship
A humorous retelling that teaches the value of friendship and responsibility.