Health & Family Audiobooks

Crown: An Ode to the Fresh Cut

The barbershop is where the magic happens. Boys go in as lumps of clay and, with princely robes draped around their shoulders, a dab of cool shaving cream on their foreheads, and a slow, steady cut, they become royalty. That crisp yet subtle line makes boys sharper, more visible, more aware of every great thing that could happen to them when they look good: lesser grades turn into As; girls take notice; even a mother's hug gets a little tighter. Everyone notices. A fresh cut makes boys fly. This rhythmic, read-aloud title is an unbridled celebration of the self-esteem, confidence, and swagger boys feel when they leave the barber's chair-a tradition that places on their heads a figurative crown, beaming with jewels, that confirms their brilliance and worth and helps them not only love and accept themselves but also take a giant step toward caring how they present themselves to the world. The fresh cuts. That's where it all begins. Crown: An Ode to the Fresh Cut is a high-spirited, engaging salute to the beautiful, raw, assured humanity of black boys and how they see themselves when they approve of their reflections in the mirror.

Derrick Barnes (Author), Corey Allen (Narrator)

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Crowned with Glory

An ode to Black hair and Black girl joy, this joy-filled rhyming picture book invites young readers into the world of a young Black girl as she rocks her God-given beauty. Hello, world! I'm a gift from above. I already know that I am loved. Gazing around with a great big grin- there's a whole wide world for me to take in.   From the hair on her head to the tips of her toes, Azira knows that she is awesome! And whether it's styled in twists, curls, braids, Bantu knots, a textured bun, or left totally natural, her hair is just one of the countless things that helps Azira celebrate who God made her to be. She's able to live out a beautiful story because God has crowned her with glory-and Azira wants you to do the same!   Young readers will be inspired by this empowering, uplifting reminder to always be and love who God created them to be.

Dorena Williamson (Author), Bahni Turpin (Narrator)

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Cruella Live Action Novelization

A thrilling novelization that will take listeners inside the story of Walt Disney Studios' live action Cruella film. DE VIL BY DESIGN... ?Estella is a clever and creative grifter determined to make a name for herself with her designs amid the 1970s London punk rock revolution. As a girl, Estella befriended a pair of young thieves with an appetite for mischief, and together the trio has been able to build a life for themselves on the London streets. But Estella longs for more than an existence built on stealing to make ends meet. One day, Estella's flair for fashion catches the eye of the Baroness Von Hellman, a design legend who is devastatingly chic and terrifyingly haute. But their relationship sets in motion a course of events and revelations that will cause Estella to embrace her wicked side and become the raucous, fashionable, and revenge-bent Cruella.

Disney Press (Author), Elizabeth Knowelden (Narrator)

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Crunch

ALA Schneider Family Book Award winner Leslie Connor infuses her timely family stories with humor and hope. Fourteen-year-old Dewy Marriss never imagined America's gas pumps would dry up the same week he promised to manage his family's bicycle shop. Suddenly everyone wants a bike, and nobody wants to wait. With his parents stranded far from home, Dewey tries to keep up with his overwhelming responsibilities.

Leslie Connor (Author), Ramon de Ocampo (Narrator)

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Crush

Every time Kevin Spencer sees Tina Zabinski, the Most Beautiful Girl in the World, he's in danger of tripping, falling, and making a fool of himself. He can hardly say a word to her. But Kev knows he'd be the perfect boyfriend for Tina. He's not bragging. Just pointing out the obvious. Kev decides to take a scientific approach to getting a date with Tina. After all, love is based on chemistry. When new kid Cash Devine zeroes in on Tina, Kevin hustles to find the formula that will make her forget all about Cash. In Gary Paulsen's companion to Liar, Liar and Flat Broke, Kevin's experiments in true love are truly hilarious.

Gary Paulsen (Author), Joshua Swanson (Narrator)

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Crushing It

From debut author Erin Becker comes an action-packed but tender novel about first romance, queer identity, and learning how to be brave when it matters the most. On the soccer field, Magic Mel is in her element. She's ready to lead her team to victory at the city championship in her new role as captain. Off the field, however, is a totally different story. Mel can't get a handle on her class presentation, her friend group has completely dissolved, and her ex-friend-current-teammate, Tory, is being the worst. The only place she feels like herself is in her text conversations where she shares her secret poetry with BTtoYouPlease. Tory McNally, on the other hand, is keeping everything together, thank you very much. So what if her mom is more preoccupied with her craft projects and new husband than her, or that she's down to one IRL friend because of annoying, overly peppy "Magic" Mel? She's perfectly fine, and even when she maybe isn't, she's got NotEmilyD to text with. As the championships loom closer, everything around Mel and Tory starts to get more and more complicated: the dynamics on the field, the rift between their friend group, and, as they connect anonymously online, maybe even their feelings for each other . . .

Erin Becker (Author), Bailey Carr, Elsa Lepecki Bean, TBD (Narrator)

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Cryer's Cross

The small town of Cryer's Cross is rocked by tragedy when an unassuming freshman disappears without a trace. Kendall Fletcher wasn't that friendly with the missing girl, but the angst wreaks havoc on her OCD-addled brain. When a second student goes missing-someone close to Kendall's heart-the community is in an uproar. Caught in a downward spiral of fear and anxiety, Kendall's not sure she can hold it together. When she starts hearing the voices of the missing, calling out to her and pleading for help, she fears she's losing her grip on reality. But when she finds messages scratched in a desk at school-messages that could only be from the missing student who used to sit there-Kendall decides that crazy or not, she'd never forgive herself if she didn't act on her suspicions. Something's not right in Cryer's Cross-and Kendall's about to find out just how far the townspeople will go to keep their secrets buried.

Lisa McMann (Author), Julia Whelan (Narrator)

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Crying is Like the Rain: A Story of Mindfulness and Feelings

A gentle metaphor for understanding and processing anxiety and sadness. Is it possible we’ve misunderstood crying all along? That’s the discovery one big sister sets out to share with her little brother as they walk to school and get caught in a storm. Along the way they explore sadness, loneliness, fear, frustration, anger and more, through gentle metaphor. Their journey examines our tears revealing how they begin, why they happen, and what to do with them. Throughout the audiobook, the message received is that we are safe in our emotional experiences and that feelings, like the weather, come and go. This is an empowering story about navigating and understanding our feelings as a healthy, important, and very natural part of our lives. Have you ever noticed you feel differently after you cry? That’s because Crying is like the Rain.

Heather Hawk Feinberg (Author), Rachel L. Jacobs (Narrator)

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Cuando las niñas vuelan alto

Adriana, Jimena y Martina tienen grandes sueños, pero la banda de Don Noloconseguirás les ha llenado los bolsillos de piedras para que no puedan volar... Martina es ligera como una pluma. Le encanta volar de un lado a otro de su cuarto rugiendo como si fuese una avioneta. De mayor quiere ser la mejor piloto del mundo mundial. Adriana es redondita como el punto de la i. Siempre sube los escalones de su casa de tres en cinco porque tiene prisa por abrazar a su queridísimo violín. Sabe que de mayor será una súper violinista. Jimena es silenciosa y se pasa el día entre libros. Le gusta escribir cuentos y va con su cuaderno de acá para allá imaginando historias alucinantes. Tiene clarísimo que será una escritora reconocida en todo el planeta y un poco más allá. Ellas son tres, pero podrían ser diez, o cien, o una, o todas las niñas del planeta.

Raquel Díaz Reguera (Author), Elena Silva (Narrator)

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Cuando te sientas mejor: Un regalo para que te recuperes pronto: When You Feel Better (Spanish Editi

♥ Un regalo reconfortante para desear una pronta recuperación para niños de 3 a 10 años. ♥ Cuando el Conejito viene a animar a Koala, quien estaba enfermito, ambos se imaginan todas las aventuras que quieren tener cuando Koala se sienta mejor. La manera perfecta para ir en una aventura sin salir de la cama.  •   Un regalo reconfortante para desear una pronta recuperación a mujeres, niños o jóvenes •   Ilustraciones hermosas que seguramente le alegrarán el día a cualquiera •   Un mensaje alentador para quien necesite animarse Demuéstrale a tu ser querido lo mucho que le quieres con este libro detallado que dura más que las flores, pero es igual de lindo. ¡Ordena tu copia hoy de Cuando te sientas mejor! A story of comfort and get-well wishes for children aged 3-10. Join these adorable friends, Bunny and Koala, on a heartwarming journey showing the importance of kindness and the power of empathy. When Bunny comes to cheer up Koala who is sick, they imagine the fun adventures they want to have when Koala feels better ♥ It’s the perfect way to go on a journey without getting out of bed. ♥ From sickness to surgery—broken bones to broken hearts – Your loved one will enjoy cuddling up to this sweet get well soon book. ♥ Show your loved one how much you care with this thoughtful gift. Get When You Feel Better today to enjoy some quality time together. Colección Con Amor:  Cuando te sientas mejor: Un regalo para que te recuperes pronto Me enseñaste a querer Amor de abuelita berrypatchpress.com

Misty Black (Author), Ivanna Ochoa (Narrator)

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Cuba in My Pocket

When the failed Bay of Pigs invasion in 1961 solidifies Castro's power in Cuba, twelve-year-old Cumba's family makes the difficult decision to send him to Florida alone. Faced with the prospect of living in another country by himself, he tries to remember the sound of his father's clarinet, the smell of his mother's lavender perfume. Life in the United States presents a whole new set of challenges. Lost in a sea of English speakers, Cumba has to navigate a new city, a new school, and new freedom all on his own. With each day, he feels more confident in his new surroundings, but he continues to wonder: Will his family ever be whole again? Or will they remain just out of reach, ninety miles across the sea?

Adrianna Cuevas (Author), Anthony Rey Perez (Narrator)

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Cuba in My Pocket

When the failed Bay of Pigs invasion in 1961 solidifies Castro's power in Cuba, twelve-year-old Cumba's family makes the difficult decision to send him to Florida alone. Faced with the prospect of living in another country by himself, he tries to remember the sound of his father's clarinet, the smell of his mother's lavender perfume. Life in the United States presents a whole new set of challenges. Lost in a sea of English speakers, Cumba has to navigate a new city, a new school, and new freedom all on his own. With each day, he feels more confident in his new surroundings, but he continues to wonder: Will his family ever be whole again? Or will they remain just out of reach, ninety miles across the sea?

Adrianna Cuevas (Author), Anthony Rey Perez (Narrator)

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