Five O Clock Tales

Five O Clock Tales is a shimmering collection of forty-five magical short stories crafted for bedtime wonder. From one of the world’s best loved children's authors, this anthology invites five- to eight-year-olds to slip into gentle, clock-themed adventures filled with pixies, fairies, tiny heroes and big dreams. Perfect for curious minds and sleepy eyes alike, these tales offer a comforting, adventurous, and quietly magical tone that makes the moment at bedtime something to look forward to. Look out for more O'Clock tales with Six O'Clock Tales, Seven O'Clock Tales and Eight O'Clock Tales. Structured as a sequence of short, clock-hour adventures, Five O Clock Tales reads like a lullaby of stories that can be enjoyed in one sitting or over several evenings. Each tale is crafted with warm, accessible language and a gentle pace that encourages listening, imagination, and wonder. The experience is enhanced by recurring motifs—a Snippet Pixie’s search for a home, a jolly gnome named Chitter, and the mysterious Wishing Balloon—creating a comforting thread through the book while keeping things fresh and surprising. It’s ideal for reading aloud together or for curious kids to explore on their own. Forty-five self-contained magical tales perfect for bedtime or quiet reading Clock-themed adventures featuring Snippet Pixies, fairies, and Chitter the gnome Engaging journeys with a warm, timeless tone and gentle humor Read-aloud friendly pacing with concise, page-turning length Imaginative worlds that spark curiosity and imagination Supports early literacy with inviting language and vivid ideas After finishing Five O Clock Tales, young readers carry with them a sense of wonder, a calmer bedtime routine, and a habit of turning to books for comfort and curiosity. The stories linger in the imagination, inviting new dreams and a belief that magic can be found in every hour.