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    The Little Boy Who Shot the Old Poet: A Redemptive Retelling
    The Little Boy Who Shot the Old Poet: A Redemptive Retelling
    The Little Boy Who Shot the Old Poet: A Redemptive Retelling
    Audiobook7 minutes

    The Little Boy Who Shot the Old Poet: A Redemptive Retelling

    Written by Geoffrey Thomas

    Narrated by Paul Michael

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    About this audiobook

    This story is excerpted from The Emperor's New Clothes: And Other Stories by Geoffrey Thomas. These short stories are brimming with the big-heartedness, warmth and homespun humour that the author is known for. Geoffrey Thomas introduces curious characters in this mesmerising story based on Hans Christian Andersen’s fairy tale. Perfect for Middle Grade (9–12 year-old) readers and teeming with gospel truth and encouragement.
    LanguageEnglish
    PublisherOne Audiobooks
    Release dateMar 3, 2024
    ISBN9781646899005
    The Little Boy Who Shot the Old Poet: A Redemptive Retelling

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