Each book comes with a free audio reading using children's voices, complete with sound effects and original music. Just scan the QR code (found on the inside cover) with your smartphone or tablet and hear the story!
1. Download a QR code reader (they're free) to your smart phone, iPod Touch or tablet by searching on your device's app store.
2. Scan the Code on the inside front cover of each Nosy Crow paperback picture book with your smart phone or tablet.
3. Hear the story! Once the webpage has loaded, press play to hear the story - with sound effects and original music - streamed to your phone or tablet. You need a 3G or WiFi connection to do this: you can listen to it whenever and where you are connected to the internet.
Published: June 2020
It's Zac's birthday and by the end of his party, his best friend - Zeb - is feeling glum: Zeb wishes it was his birthday too, as parties look such fun. Zac decides to cheer Zeb up with a make-believe birthday party, which takes them on magical journey to the moon and back for a really special birthday treat!
Published: June 2020
A lively retelling of a favourite fairy tale that is 'just right' for bedtime
Published: April 2020
Bear wonders what kind of bear he is, and sets off to find out . . .
Published: April 2020
A touching, timely tale about the importance of kindness and understanding.
Published: March 2020
A sporty reimagining of Cinderella for any princess (or prince) who prefers muddy trainers to glass slippers.
Published: March 2020
Help a jumpy little tree frog find his way safely through the jungle in this noisy interactive picture book!
Published: March 2020
A stunningly beautiful and warm-hearted story about the magic of dreams
Published: January 2020
A quirky, humorous tale that shows how determination and resourcefulness can save the day.
Published: January 2020
A humorous introduction to comparisons and opposites.
Published: November 2019
Someone's taken Princess Alice's super-snuggly blankie and she MUST get it back!
Published: November 2019
This anteater is very hungry, but what on earth does an anteater eat?
Published: October 2019
A delightful rhyming picture book all about manners - good and bad!
Published: October 2019
Jan Fearnley's much-loved festive story about a kind little robin is re-illustrated for a new generation
Published: October 2019
Rabbit does NOT want to go to bed. So he decides to kidnap The Dark and pop him in a biscuit tin!
Published: September 2019
A riotous, rip-roaring read for any child with a big imagination.
Published: September 2019
T-rexes and tractors, megalosauruses and muckspreaders: more dinosaur-and-vehicle fun from the bestselling Penny Dale!
Published: June 2019
Friends come in all shapes and sizes and sometimes the best friends are the most unlikely of all
Published: April 2019
A super-funny celebration of all the amazing things a mum can do - perfect for Mother's Day!
Published: April 2019
Toby is a Big Boy now, but sometimes even when you're big the tricky things are still a bit tricky . . .
Published: February 2019
Help Florence Firefly find her way home in this beautiful, neon-coloured interactive picture book.
Published: January 2019
The doggy duo are back and this time there's pastry pandemonium in Paris!
Published: November 2018
Whoever heard of a hedgehog without prickles?
Published: October 2018
A funny rhyming romp about an adorably baffled bear with an identity crisis
Published: September 2018
Everyone wants to get their paws on this pie, but - oh me, oh my! - no one wants to share!
Published: September 2018
Ned the knight always does as he's told . . . until, one day, he discovers the word, 'NO!'
Published: August 2018
A heart-warming tale, by award-winning author Jeanne Willis, about a little girl who longs for her chance to shine
Published: July 2018
Lionel the lion always get the lion's share ... until his friends decide that enough is enough! This paperback edition comes with a free audio reading.
Published: May 2018
Who knew a trip to the zoo could cause such a hullabaloo? This paperback edition comes with a free audio reading.
Published: April 2018
Help Carter, the crocodile hero of bestselling Open Very Carefully, find his way home in this interactive picture book. This paperback edition comes with a free audio reading.
Published: February 2018
Miss Moon is taking her class on a moonlit nature walk, but someone is NOT listening carefully... This paperback edition comes with a free audio reading.
Published: February 2018
A pant-wettingly funny tale, perfect for anyone whoever forgot to 'go' before leaving the house... This paperback edition comes with a free audio reading.
Published: January 2018
A perfect bedtime book for comforting sleepy little bunnies who don't like been left alone when it's time to turn the lights out. This paperback edition comes with a free audio reading.
Published: January 2018
A charming, tongue-in-cheek book for dinosaur lovers young and old. This paperback edition comes with a free audio reading.
Published: January 2018
Even fairy-tale characters have to go through potty training! This paperback edition comes with a free audio reading.
Published: January 2018
A fantastically funny modern twist on the Three Billy Goats Gruff story... with vehicles! This paperback edition comes with a free audio reading.
Published: January 2018
A pirate treasure-hunt adventure full of fun and surprises, the perfect picture book for every little adventurer. This paperback edition comes with a free audio reading.
Published: January 2018
Help Leon the chameleon find the perfect match in this neon-coloured, interactive picture book! This paperback edition comes with a free audio reading.
Published: January 2018
A charming, funny story for all children who've ever teased a babysitter or refused to go to bed. This paperback edition comes with a free audio reading.
Published: November 2017
It's hard to say no to a rat in a hat! A hilarious picture book featuring a sweet cat and a wonderfully rotten rat. This paperback edition includes a free audio reading.
Published: November 2017
Not just anyone can be a hero... can they? A wonderful picture book which proves that you don't need superpowers to be a hero! This paperback edition comes with a free reading copy.
Published: September 2017
A heartwarming Christmas tale of friendship and generosity in a beautiful foiled package. This paperback edition includes a free audio reading.
Published: August 2017
A romping rhyme about a rhino who makes the rules! This paperback edition comes with a free audio reading.
Published: August 2017
Dave love rock. Jon love rock, too... Who have best rock of all? This paperback edition comes with a free audio reading.
Published: August 2017
A reassuring picture book that will have little ones ready for a peaceful night's sleep. This paperback comes with a free audio reading.
Published: July 2017
A vibrant, humorous and warmhearted celebration of all the incredible things a dad can do. A soon-to-be-classic book about the specialness of dad (and their superhero sons!).
Published: July 2017
A fabulously festive rhyming picture book celebrating the joy of giving (and making!) gifts at Christmas time. This paperback edition includes a free audio reading.
Published: May 2017
Moose is on the loose and in a big hurry! From the creator of Follow that Car comes another inventive, interactive and hilarious picture book.
Published: May 2017
A brand new book in the popular series about the dramas of toddler life created by Axel Scheffler, illustrator of The Gruffalo which has sold more than two million copies world-wide. This paperback edition includes a free audio reading.
Published: March 2017
A humorous, heart-warming tale for any little bears who think they might have heard a monster... This paperback edition comes with a free audio reading.
Published: February 2017
Follow the gilttery snail trail and help Fairy Felicity find her way to a magical moonlight surprise. This paperback edition includes a free audio reading.
Published: February 2017
Hilarious kitten antics bring playground behaviour to life in this in this funny tale about finding your own way. This paperback edition includes a free audio reading.
Published: February 2017
A beautifully designed, boldly illustrated picture book for the very young in which readers are encouraged to get involved in the story through tilting and shaking the book and even singing a lullaby! This paperback edition includes a free audio reading.
Published: February 2017
A vibrant celebration of dinosaurs in all shapes and sizes! This paperback edition comes with a free audio reading.
Published: January 2017
Join everyone's favourite band of dinosaurs as they set sail on the high seas in search of treasure. This paperback edition comes with a free audio reading.
Published: January 2017
Little Mouse is looking for the perfect breakfast, but he's not the only one... This paperback edition comes with a free audio reading.
Published: January 2017
Exploring the loving relationship between animal parents and their babies, and featuring a tenderly-told rhyming text and heartwarming illustrations, these beautifully designed, padded picture books will be become firm bedtime favourites.
Published: November 2016
A charming book about books featuring the adorable (and unusual) Baxter, who dreams of starring in a book, but discovers that isn't quite as simple as it seems. This paperback edition comes with a free audio reading.
Published: November 2016
A laugh-out-loud story about a restless caveman who discovers there really is no place like home. This paperback edition comes with a free audio reading.
Published: November 2016
A thief strikes at the grand ball, but can Shifty McGifty and Slippery Sam catch the culprit before he scarpers? This paperback edition comes with a free audio reading.
Published: October 2016
Old MacDonald's farm is full of pigs, cows, sheep, hens and horses, but what he really loves is his COLOSSAL collection of vehicles! This paperback edition includes a free audio reading.
Published: October 2016
A warm and gorgeous tale about unlikely friends, following dreams and realising there's just no place like home. This paperback edition includes a free audio reading.
Published: October 2016
A cute and hilarious picture book about two siblings sharing the excitement of the run-up to Christmas. This paperback edition includes a free audio reading.
Published: September 2016
With echoes of Dr Seuss, this joyously illustrated picture book by a multi-award-winning talent is perfect for sharing. This paperback edition comes with a free audio reading.
Published: August 2016
Exploring the loving relationship between animal parents and their babies, and featuring a tenderly-told rhyming text and heartwarming illustrations, these beautifully designed, padded picture books will be become firm bedtime favourites. Now available in paperback.
Published: August 2016
Strange and spooky things are happening down on the farm, and Farmer Greg knows exactly who to call - Ghost-hunters! From the author of the hilarious Weasels and Nuts in Space. Now available in paperback.
Published: July 2016
Everyone's favourite machine-loving dinosaurs are back! No longer content with building, or zooming, or even rescuing, the dinosaurs now have their sights set on something much, much bigger. The MOON! This paperback edition comes with a free audio reading.
Published: June 2016
Everyone knows that the very last story before bed is best of all. But the problem is, EVERYONE wants to be in that very last story! A brilliantly-designed, multi-layered book that's destined to be a much-requested last story before bed. This paperback edition comes with a free audio reading.
Published: May 2016
Celebrating all things toddler, this delightful book bursts with fun and laughter, and is a joy to read aloud. This paperback edition comes with a free audio reading.
Published: April 2016
A beautifully designed, boldly illustrated picture book for the very young in which readers are encouraged to get involved in the story through tilting and shaking the book. This paperback edition comes with a free audio reading.
Published: March 2016
Mr and Mrs Deer would love to have a baby, and one day their wish comes true: they find a little antlered bundle on their doorstep. But things are not as they seem, and some dear little babies turn out to be monsters. A paperback edition with a new look, foiled cover and a free audio reading.
Published: March 2016
Shifty McGifty and Slippery Sam are the two hapless robber dogs who decided on a career-change after one bungled burglary too many. Now they are back running their own little bakery, but there is a new robber in town - will they be able to stop her and save the day? This paperback edition comes with a free audio reading.
Published: February 2016
It's early morning in the jungle and little gorilla is NOT happy. Whoever woke him up?! Irresistible illustrations, coupled with a satisfying cyclical text and repeated refrains, make this an unforgettable, read-along romp of a book. This paperback edition includes a free audio reading.
Published: January 2016
A gentle, reassuring tale which is perfect for all little ones who are about to start school. The gorgeous follow up to Mouse's First Night at Moonlight School. This paperback edition includes a free audio reading.
Published: January 2016
From acclaimed illustrator Ed Bryan, this magical retelling of the world's favourite fairy tale is perfect for sharing with the very young. This paperback edition includes a free audio reading.
Published: January 2016
From acclaimed illustrator Ed Bryan, this magical retelling of the world's favourite fairy tale is perfect for sharing with the very young. This paperback edition includes a free audio reading.
Published: January 2016
From acclaimed illustrator Ed Bryan, this magical retelling of the world's favourite fairy tale is perfect for sharing with the very young. This paperback edition includes a free audio reading.
Published: January 2016
A joyful, inspirational book that celebrates love in its many forms. This paperback edition includes a free audio reading.
Published: January 2016
Designed to stimulate speech and build vocabulary, this busy book is full of familiar scenes and fascinating detail. This paperback edition includes a free audio reading.
Published: January 2016
This hilarious and beautiful retelling of the classic children's fairy tale is sure to get everyone in the family giggling. This paperback edition includes a free audio reading.
Published: November 2015
Think you know the story of Cinderella? Think again. This laugh-out-loud picture book turns the traditional tale TOTALLY upside down! This paperback edition includes a free audio reading.
Published: November 2015
A charming rhyming story with an uplifting message about a fairy called Betty who never quite seems to get things right. This paperback edition included a free audio reading.
Published: October 2015
With sparkly glitter on every page, this tactile treat from a new picture book talent follows Princess Penelope's search for her mischievous kitten. This paperback edition includes a free audio reading.
Published: October 2015
Another fabulously funny picture book for every little girl who knows that she can save the day better than any boy! This paperback edition includes a free audio reading.
Published: October 2015
With masses of monsters to spot and an awesome onomatopoeic text, this is a book that will be enjoyed over and over again. But be careful! Sometimes the smallest monsters of all are the ones to watch out for! This paperback edition includes a free audio reading.
Published: July 2015
A gorgeous rhyming picture book about the power of bedtime stories. This paperback edition includes a free audio reading.
Published: July 2015
Pip and Posy are back in a story about the dramas of toddler life, created by Axel Scheffler, illustrator of The Gruffalo. This time in an 'I-Spy' format. This paperback edition includes a free audio reading.
Published: July 2015
A beautifully lyrical lullaby illustrated by internationally acclaimed artist, Charles Fuge. This paperback edition includes a free audio reading.
Published: April 2015
This picture book for the very young features ten Littleland friends - join them on a fantastic voyage of discovery around the world. There are fascinating new sights and sounds to be identified in each country, from the UK to Japan to Australia! This paperback edition includes a free audio reading.
Published: March 2015
An inventive, entertaining story about how an imaginative rabbit outwits a wolf and becomes the hero of his own adventure. This paperback edition includes a free audio reading.
Published: March 2015
A charming and delightful story, beautifully illustrated and foiled throughout, about a mother's love, that will warm the hearts of readers young and old! This paperback edition includes a free audio reading
Published: January 2015
This adorably inquisitive new character from a much-loved picture book team is perfect for dinosaur-mad pre-schoolers. This paperback edition includes a free audio reading.
Published: January 2015
Dinosaurs, rescue vehicles and adventure combine in this absolutely winning picture book. A follow up to the hugely successful 'Dinosaur Dig' and 'Dinosaur Zoom'. This paperback edition includes a free audio reading.
Published: January 2015
A comic tale for pampered princesses everywhere, from the best-selling creators of The Princess and the Peas. This paperback edition includes a free audio reading.
Published: August 2014
With buckets of yuck appeal and a cast of larger than life characters, this laugh-out-loud, rip-roaring romp of a pirate story is packed with dynamic illustrations from award-winning illustrator Chris Mould. This paperback edition includes a free audio reading.
Published: July 2014
A warm and witty picture book about a young girl and a troll who both feel a bit out of place. This paperback edition includes a free audio reading.
Published: June 2014
The third hilarious adventure in this picture book series about a little girl whose Granny is (shhh, whisper it!) a witch. This paperback edition comes with a free audio reading via download.
Published: March 2014
Designed to stimulate speech and build vocabulary, this busy book is full of familiar scenes and fascinating detail. This paperback edition includes a free audio reading.
Published: February 2014
The fourth book of a series about the dramas of toddler life created by Axel Scheffler, illustrator of The Gruffalo which has sold more than two million copies world-wide. This paperback edition includes a free audio reading.
Published: January 2014
Shifty McGifty and Slippery Sam are the world's most useless burglars. When their master plan for a robbery goes hopelessly wrong again, they discover that crime doesn't pay but cupcakes certainly do! This paperback edition includes a free audio reading.
Published: January 2014
A beautiful, heartwarming picture book celebrating the importance of friendship. This paperback edition includes a free audio reading.
Published: December 2013
Digger Dog loves to dig - with diggers! The bigger the machine, the better. But what will he need to dig up the biggest bone in the whole world? This paperback edition includes a free audio reading.
Published: November 2013
A paperback edition of a Pip and Posy story about the dramas of toddler, life created by Axel Scheffler, illustrator of The Gruffalo which has sold more than two million copies world-wide. This edition includes a free audio reading available via download.
Published: October 2013
What would you do if you were settling down for a quiet bedtime story and you realised that a crocodile had fallen out of one story and into yours and was - not to put too fine a point on it - furious? A wonderful picture 'book about books'. This paperback edition includes a free audio reading.
Published: October 2013
There is more trouble afoot for the little girl whose granny is (still whisper it) a witch, whom we first met in Hubble Bubble, Granny Trouble.
Published: September 2013
Count to ten and back again with the world's sweetest guinea pigs at a party featuring presents, cakes and games galore! This paperback edition includes a free audio reading.
Published: June 2013
The dinosaurs are back and this time they're revving, roaring and racing. to a dinosaur birthday party! This paperback edition includes a free audio reading.
Published: June 2013
For royally fussy eaters everywhere, a wittily told rhyming take on a classic fairytale. This paperback edition includes a free audio reading.
Published: March 2013
Pip and Posy are friends (most of the time!) in this series about the dramas of toddler life created by Axel Scheffler, whose books, including the modern classic, The Gruffalo - which has sold more than two million copies world-wide - have been translated into 29 languages. This paperback edition includes a free audio reading.
Published: March 2013
Pip and Posy are friends (most of the time!) in this series about the dramas of toddler life created by Axel Scheffler, whose books, including the modern classic, The Gruffalo - which has sold more than two million copies world-wide - have been translated into 29 languages. This paperback edition includes a free audio reading.
Published: February 2013
Many years have passed since Goldilocks caused chaos at the Bears' house in the woods, but what happens when Little Bear as was wanders out of his fairytale and into the big city where Goldilocks now lives? This paperback editions includes a free audio reading via download.
Published: November 2012
Rhythmical writing and vibrant, energetic pictures bring to life this lovely story with a Christmas message that giving is as fun as receiving. This paperback edition has a sparkling foil cover for even more appeal.
Published: October 2012
If your granny was a little bit, well, different from other grannies, would you want to change her? A gorgeous picture book about loving people just the way they are. This paperback edition comes with a free audio reading via download.
Published: December 2011
A fantastic picture book that combines a little boy's two favourite things: dinosaurs and machines!