# The Classic Tales App > Award-winning narrator B.J. Harrison presents classic world literature through audio stories. (iPhone/iPad app by Wizzard Media.) - Source: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/the-classic-tales-app/id393601892 (this page in markdown: same URL + `.md`) - Developer: [Wizzard Media](https://appshunter.io/developer/318848960) - Category: Education, Books - Price: $1.99 - Rating: 4.90/5 from 221 App Store ratings · 38 written reviews indexed - Age rating: 4+ - Requires: iOS 8.0 · 30 MB - Languages: American English - Released: 2010-09-23 - Data updated: 2026-06-10 - Monetization: paid - User reviews in markdown: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/the-classic-tales-app/id393601892/reviews.md ## What is The Classic Tales App? Every week, join award-winning narrator B.J. Harrison as he narrates the greatest stories the world has ever known. From the jungles of South America to the Mississippi Delta, from Victorian England to the Gothic castles of Eastern Europe, join us on a fantastic journey through the words of the world's greatest authors. Critically-acclaimed and highly recommended for anyone who loves a good story with plenty of substance. Purchase the app and get a bonus episode every month! App extras will also include author info, bonus artwork, free ringtones, voice mail greetings and more. " In the world of audiobooks the reader is essential for a good listening experience, and BJ Harrison is one of the best... if not the best. I'm a fan of his and have spent many hours listening to and enjoying his work." - Academy-Award-winning film composer Joe Renzetti "Very few professional American actors can really, believably perform with a genuine British accent. B.J. Harrison is one of the few. His accuracy of dialect and range of character voices is nothing short of outstanding." Nigel Killick, London-based dialect coach and host of Peopletalk's Podcast. ## Key features - Weekly narrated stories - Award-winning narrator B.J. Harrison - Global literary journeys - Bonus monthly episode - Author information - Bonus artwork - Free ringtones and voice mail greetings ## Recent user reviews (10 of 38) All indexed reviews: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/the-classic-tales-app/id393601892/reviews.md ### 5/5 — Calanco60 *2024-10-10* Best audio podcast available! Variety of stories artfully produced. BJ, the host, has so much talent and taste. I always look forward to the next episode. He has exposed me to authors and stories I never knew about, or would have chosen. The best ambassador for literature I know! Thanks again for your exceptional work! ### 5/5 — Scaramouch *2022-03-23* Thank you B.J. Harrison I have listened to you for almost a decade. I have enjoyed every moment. I am on disability with a severe back injury so I stay in a lot of pain all the time. Listening to you helps me focus on overcoming some of those issues. I was listening on audible now I just use the app . It is just more convenient. Everything is right there. Sometimes is see people complaining about your voices and for the life of me cannot understand why. You are just about the best voice actor in the business. I found you store also and I am getting several pieces there. How would I get an autographed piece? I want one of the 12x12 prints of your logo signed. How do we make this happen? Kindest regards Larry P. ### 5/5 — Long time listener, best storyteller ever. *2021-06-01* BJ Harrison is hands-down among the top audio book readers out there - he belongs among George Guidall, Grover Gardner, Nadia May, even Rob Inglis. His Long John Silver causes me to listen to Treasure Island several times a year just to hear it again. Never disappoints. ### 5/5 — Awesome *2021-05-19* Can’t remember the last time I gave some thing a five star review. This guy is amazing ### 5/5 — Such great stories! *2020-12-11* Every story is so well done, I have literally zero complaints and all the praise to give! ### 5/5 — Red Mask...E A Poe ??? *2020-12-07* It is always both entertaining and exhilarating hearing such passionate portrayals of such moving and often esoteric literary gems...BJ, you’ve ‘mad skills ‘.🤡. ### 5/5 — Wish I found this years ago *2020-03-16, version 2.5.16* No words for how much I enjoy this podcast BJH is such a talent! I enjoy the type of books he reads, his characters and his personal accounts Highly recommend! ### 5/5 — Fantastic *2019-10-16, version 2.5.16* It’s to the point that reading just isn’t as good an experience any more! ### 5/5 — Quality Audio experiences for the entire family *2019-10-09* I’ve enjoyed The Classic Tales for years now. I’ve saved all of his weekly releases & purchased more than 5 books. I’ve thoroughly enjoyed his excellently voiced characters, I didn’t realize B J Harrison did them all himself, I am very impressed with his accurate accents. They are so diverse in voice and affect, I was thrilled to be experiencing a deeper literary experience with each character coming alive! ### 5/5 — Best podcast *2019-07-19* Excellent - The Best!!! ## Frequently asked questions about The Classic Tales App ### What is The Classic Tales App? The Classic Tales App offers weekly audio narrations of great stories from around the world, performed by award-winning narrator B.J. Harrison. It aims to provide a captivating listening experience for lovers of classic literature. ### What kind of stories are included? The app features a wide range of classic stories from various authors and settings, including tales from the jungles of South America, Victorian England, and Gothic castles of Eastern Europe. The focus is on stories with substance and literary merit. ### How much does the app cost? The app requires a purchase to access its content. Purchasing the app also grants users a bonus episode every month, along with additional app extras. ### What bonus content is available? Upon purchasing the app, users receive a bonus episode each month. Additional app extras include author information, bonus artwork, free ringtones, and voice mail greetings. ### Who is B.J. Harrison? B.J. Harrison is an award-winning narrator known for his exceptional storytelling and vocal performances. He is highly recommended for his ability to deliver a compelling listening experience and his skill with various accents and character voices. ## Version history (last 5 releases) ### 2.5.16 — 2018-05-05 This app has been updated by Apple to display the Apple Watch app icon. Minor bug fixes and image updates. ### 2.2.3 — 2016-10-04 -Native Support for iPhone6 and 6+ -Multitasking Support (certain iPad models only) -Improved episode downloading -Improved episode loading -VoiceOver accessibility improvements ### 2.0.30 — 2015-10-29 The App has been re-designed from the ground up and it's OH SOOOO much better looking with much easier functionality and accessibility! Here are some of the super star updates! - Car mode! Rotate your phone to display larger playback controls. - The main menu and playback settings are now accessible via a slide out from the upper left corner button. - Improved access to episode sorting features and the episode Star and Download options. - Improved display of episodes, artwork, and post file type. - Show contact features can now be accessed via the main menu or the upper right corner while viewing an episode. - Its just prettier… who doesn't want pretty? Please provide any bug reports via the troubleshooting button found under contact via the main menu. We hope you love the spiffy new look and features! ### 1.20.4 — 2014-02-27 Minor bug fixes. ### 1.18.8 — 2012-11-29 Minor bug fixes and graphics update. ## More apps by Wizzard Media - [Tii Podcast App](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/tii-podcast-app/id318848957) - [YOGAmazing - Yoga Video App](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/yogamazing-yoga-video-app/id323302717) - [Spanish 2 Go](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/spanish-2-go/id323304990) - [Gamertag Radio App](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/gamertag-radio-app/id333245789) - [BEST OF THE LEFT APP](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/best-of-the-left-app/id334671649) - [Polyamory Weekly](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/polyamory-weekly/id335341864) All apps by Wizzard Media: https://appshunter.io/developer/318848960 --- *Data collected daily from the US App Store and indexed by [AppsHunter](https://appshunter.io/). User reviews are verbatim App Store reviews. Ratings, prices and chart positions refresh continuously; this snapshot is from 2026-06-10.*