Health & Family Audiobooks

Guys Read: Plan B: A Short Story from Guys Read: Other Worlds

Nathan has been locked in his room ever since "it" started growing back. They're going to come for him soon, so he's got precious little time to tell us what is happening. A short story from Guys Read: Other Worlds, edited by Jon Scieszka. Rebecca Stead (Plan B) went to the kind of elementary school where a person could sit on a windowsill or even under a table to read a book, and no one told you to come out and be serious. After trying to be serious as a lawyer for a while, she decided to be a full-time writer. Her book When You Reach Mewas awarded the Newbery Medal in 2010 and was a New York Times bestseller. She lives in New York City with her family.

Rebecca Stead (Author), Michael Goldstrom (Narrator)

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Guys Read: Rise of the RoboShoes: A Short Story from Guys Read: Other Worlds

First they were given AutoLaces, then NanoGyroWheels, then FissionSoles and TurboBrains and then they took over the world. But can they keep it? A short story from Guys Read: Other Worlds, edited by Jon Scieszka. Tom Angleberger (Rise of the RoboShoes) began writing his first novel in eighth grade, but never completed it. Since then, he's been a newspaper reporter and columnist, a juggler, a weed boy, a lawn-mower-part assembler, and a biology research assistant. This bestselling author insists he's not really all that creative,I'm more of a puzzle-putter-together.

Tom Angleberger (Author), Nick Torren (Narrator)

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Guys Read: The Dirt on Our Shoes: A Short Story from Guys Read: Other Worlds

T-Bin has been traveling through space for years to deposit its passengers on a new planet, to give them a new life. But now, mere days from arrival, Tanner can't shake the feeling that there's a more sinister plot at work.A short story from Guys Read: Other Worlds, edited by Jon Scieszka. Neal Shusterman (The Dirt on Our Shoes) grew up in Brooklyn, New York, where he began writing at an early age. He has been successful as a novelist for both kids and adults, as a screenwriter, and as a television writer. He has also directed two short films.

Neal Shusterman (Author), Adam Saunders (Narrator)

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Guys Read: The Klack Bros. Museum: A Short Story from Guys Read: Other Worlds

A train gets waylaid in the middle of nowhere, and Luke and his dad find themselves with four hours to kill before it's fixed. Just enough time for a trip to the mysterious, decrepit old museum on the edge of town. A short story from Guys Read: Other Worlds, edited by Jon Scieszka. Kenneth Oppel (The Klack Bros. Museum) got his first encouragement as a writer when a story he wrote at age fourteen made its way to Roald Dahl, who in turn sent it to his own agent, who took Ken on as a client. Since then, Ken has written many award-winning and bestselling books. He lives with his family in Toronto.

Kenneth Oppel (Author), Todd Haberkorn (Narrator)

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Guys Read: The Scout: A Short Story from Guys Read: Other Worlds

It was just your typical, run-of-the-mill scout field trip:that is, until Kit spotted an object from space plummeting to Earth. A short story from Guys Read: Other Worlds, edited by Jon Scieszka. D. J. MacHale (The Scout) is a bestselling author and is also a director, executive producer, and creator of several popular television series and movies. He lives in Southern California with his family, where they spend a lot of time backpacking, scuba diving, and skiing

D. J. MacHale, D.J. MacHale (Author), Andrew Eiden (Narrator)

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Guys Read: The Warlords of Recess: A Short Story from Guys Read: Other Worlds

Josh and Tony aren't any great shakes on the basketball court:but with the fate of the planet on the line, they're going to have to step up. A short story from Guys Read: Other Worlds, edited by Jon Scieszka. Eric Nylund (The Warlords of Recess) is a New York Times bestselling and World Fantasy Award nominated author of fourteen published science fiction, fantasy, and YA novels. His latest is a science fiction series for young readers, The Resisters. Eric also works for Microsoft Studios, where he makes video games.

Eric S. Nylund (Author), Johnathan McClain (Narrator)

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Once We Were: The Hybrid Chronicles, Book 2

I am lucky just to be alive. Eva was never supposed to have survived this long. As the recessive soul, she should have faded away years ago. Instead, she lingers in the body she shares with her sister soul, Addie. When the government discovered the truth, they tried to "cure" the girls, but Eva and Addie escaped before the doctors could strip Eva's soul away. Now fugitives, Eva and Addie find shelter with a group of hybrids who run an underground resistance. Surrounded by others like them, the girls learn how to temporarily disappear to give each soul some much-needed privacy. Eva is thrilled at the chance to be alone with Ryan, the boy she's falling for, but troubled by the growing chasm between her and Addie. Despite clashes over their shared body, both girls are eager to join the rebellion. Yet as they are drawn deeper into the escalating violence, they start to wonder: How far are they willing to go to fight for hybrid freedom? Faced with uncertainty and incredible danger, their answers may tear them apart forever. Kat Zhang is an avid traveler, and after a childhood spent living in one book after another, she now builds stories for other people to visit, including What's Left of Me, her first novel, and its sequel, Once We Were.

Kat Zhang (Author), Kim Mai Guest (Narrator)

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Griff Carver, Hallway Patrol

Griff Carver Knows a Thing or Two About Fighting Crime! No, he cannot be bought. He cannot be frightened. And he will not sleep until justice is served. Because Griff Carver is not just any kid—he’s a kid with a badge. And if you are a rule breaker, he’s your worst nightmare. Griff might be the newest officer on the Rampart Middle School Patrol Squad, but he’s no rookie. And he’ll do whatever it takes to clean up the school’s mean hallways, even if it lands him in trouble with the Old Lady (a.k.a. Mom). But when he links cool kid, Marcus “The Smile” Volger, to a counterfeit hall pass ring, can Griff and his friends close the case? Or will his habit of ruffling feathers mean he’ll let down the force—and lose his badge—for good?

Jim Krieg (Author), Ann Marie Lee, Emily Janice Card, Kirby Heyborne, Mike Chamberlain (Narrator)

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Pinkalicious: Merry Pinkmas!

Pinkalicious starts a new pinkatastic family tradition on Christmas! Victoria Kann is the award-winning illustrator and author of the picture book series featuring the whimsical and effervescent character Pinkalicious. Victoria coauthored and illustrated the first two books, Pinkalicious and Purplicious. In addition, she cowrote the play Pinkalicious: The Musical. She wrote and illustrated the New York Times number-one bestsellers Goldilicious, Silverlicious, and Emeraldalicious. Victoria is currently working on several more books about the adventures and antics of Pinkalicious. You can enjoy the further adventures of Pinkalicious in her early reader and I Can Read book series. Pinkerellas and Pinkerbelles will be entertained by the Pinkalicious doodle, activity, and sticker books. Victoria is working on several more books about the adventures and antics of Pinkalicious. Readers can sign up for the Pinkalicious newsletter, download activity pages, get Pinkalicious party ideas, curriculum guides, and even pinkafy themselves at the Pinkalicious website. You can communicate directly with Pinkalicious on Facebook, and follow her on Twitter, Pinterest, and Instagram.

Victoria Kann (Author), Eliana Shaskan (Narrator)

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Mrs. Kormel is Not Normal

With over one million copies of his books in print, New York Times bestselling author Dan Gutman is a hit with young readers thanks to his energetic stories tinged with uproarious humor. Mrs. Kormel Is Not Normal! introduces Ella Mentry Elementary School’s zany bus driver. Mrs. Kormel has been driving everyone crazy lately, and it’s up to AJ and his buddies to figure out why.

Dan Gutman (Author), Jared Goldsmith (Narrator)

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Carnivores

The lion is king of the jungle! The great white shark is sovereign of the seas! The timber wolf is emperor of the forests! But . . . it's lonely at the top of the food chain. It's difficult to fit in when plant eaters can be so cruel just because you ate a relative of theirs that one time! What's a carnivore to do?

Aaron Reynolds (Author), L.J. Ganser (Narrator)

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Uh-Oh, Dodo!

Meet Dodo! He loves an adventure. He is always willing to try new things. He enjoys making new friends. But not everything turns out the way Dodo expects. Even a walk with his Mama turns into a topsy-turvy day of discoveries, challenges, and surprises. Good thing Dodo has a sense of humor! He's one curious, fun-loving, original bird.

Jennifer Sattler (Author), Jessica Almasy (Narrator)

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