Health & Family Audiobooks

Will: A Story from Guys Read: Funny Business

It's here: Volume One of the official Guys Read Library. Jon Scieszka's Guys Read initiative was founded on a simple premise: that young guys enjoy reading most when they have reading they can enjoy. And out of this comes a series that aims to give them just that. Ten books, arranged by theme, featuring the best of the best where writing for kids is concerned. Each book is a collection of original short stories, but these aren't your typical anthologies-each book is edgy, inventive, visual, and one-of-a-kind, featuring a different theme for guys to get excited about. Funny Business is based around the theme of-what else-humor, and if you're familiar with Jon and Guys Read, you already know what you're in store for: ten hilarious stories from some of the funniest writers around. Before you're through, you'll meet a teenage mummy; a kid desperate to take a dip in the world's largest pool of chocolate milk; a homicidal turkey; parents who hand over their son's room to a biker; the only kid in his middle school who hasn't turned into a vampire, wizard, or superhero; and more. And the contributor list includes bestselling author, award winners, and fresh new talent alike: Mac Barnett, Eoin Colfer, Christopher Paul Curtis, Kate DiCamillo (writing with Jon Scieszka), Paul Feig, Jack Gantos, Jeff Kinney, David Lubar, Adam Rex, and David Yoo. Guys Read is all about turning young readers into lifelong ones-and with this book, and each subsequent installment in the series, we aim to leave no guy unturned.

Adam Rex (Author), Michael Boatman (Narrator)

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Willa and the Whale

When her mother dies, twelve-year-old Willa feels lost and alone—until she meets and befriends a humpback whale named Meg While on a whale-watching excursion with her dad, Willa is alone on one side of the boat when she sees a humpback whale. Her awe and wonderment about this massive and beautiful creature turns to shock when the whale communicates with her, introducing herself as Meg. As their friendship develops, Willa comes to view Meg as a trusted confidant—who offers her advice about difficult issues in Willa’s life. When a blue whale washes up on shore and dies, the townspeople jump into action with opinions about what to do with it. Willa enlists her friends, family, and the City Council to rescue the body of the whale and donate it to the local university where her mom taught for further study and to display the bones. Feeling good about getting her community to band together in service of science and conservation, Willa returns to the shore to tell Meg about her amazing experience. But Meg tells Willa that it is time for her pod to migrate, and Willa learns that it’s okay to say goodbye. Willa and the Whale is a poignant story about caring, loss, and the deep connections that make us human.

Chad Morris, Shelly Brown (Author), Rachel Jacobs (Narrator)

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Willa The Wisp

Welcome to the Fabled Stables, a magical building filled with one-of-a-kind creatures, including the Gargantula, the Yawning Abyss, the Hippopotamouse...and Auggie. Auggie is the only human boy at the Stables, and he takes care of all the other animals. The Fabled Stables have a mind of their own, and every so often, the building SHAKES and SHUDDERS, TWITCHES and SPUTTERS, to make room for a new arrival! It's Auggie's job to venture out and rescue a new creature from mortal danger. But will he be able to complete his mission before it's too late? With some help from Fen (a literal stick-in-the-mud) and his animal companions, Auggie might just be able to save the day and make a new friend in the process.

Jonathan Auxier (Author), Full Cast (Narrator)

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William S. and the Great Escape

Edgar nominee Zilpha Keatley Snyder is a three-time Newbery Honor winner, and her book The Unseen was named as both a School Library Journal Best Book and Parents' Choice Silver Honor Winner. In William S. and the Great Escape, Snyder pens a middle-grade adventure sure to be ranked with her very best.

Zilpha Keatley Snyder (Author), James Colby (Narrator)

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Willis Wilbur Wows the World

Willis Wilbur has the entire summer in front of him. So it's time to fulfill his destiny: becoming the neighborhood life coach. Nine-year-old Willis Wilbur had his summer figured out. He and his best friend, Shelley, were going to Band Camp, and he was going to learn how to play the sousaphone. Easy. Simple. A done deal. But when Shelley is whisked off to Hawaii for a summer with her family, Willis is left staring down the long, boring road of an empty summer. Or even worse--eight long weeks of Day Camp. So Willis decides to try something new. He's going to MAKE A DATE WITH DESTINY. And after spotting a flyer for a local business competition, he finds exactly what his true calling really is: becoming the Neighborhood Life Coach. A kid helping other kids with kids' problems. His niche, he discovers. And he was going to be great at it. The best at it. So good, that he was going to become wildly, ridiculously famous. All he needed were some clients... With gumption, tenacity, and many other buzzwords he finds in self-help business magazines, Willis dives bowtie-first into the entrepreneurial waters. But starting a business alone, especially without his best friend by his side, is tough work. And with neighborhood bullies getting in his way, a guinea pig client who's actually a guinea pig, and an annoyingly competent little sister asking for a raise, Willis has his work cut out for him. Funny, heartfelt, and overwhelmingly endearing, Willis Wilbur is here to make all of your (well, his) dreams come true. (For a small fee.)

Lindsey Leavitt (Author), Christopher Gebauer (Narrator)

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Williwaw!

From humorist, storyteller, author, and the voice of Motel 6 commercials, here is an exciting middle-grade adventure novel set in rural Alaska. Ivan and September Crane, ages 12 and 13, are left alone for a couple of weeks while their fisherman Dad is away at sea. In typical adolescent fashion, they quickly proceed to ignore his only two instructions–don’t run down the batteries on the portable short-wave radio, their only means of communication, and don’t cross the bay to town. Through a series of bad decisions they find themselves crossing Bag Bay in their skiff when they are suddenly overtaken by a sudden and fierce autumn storm known as a williwaw. Ivan and September must use every ounce of strength, courage, and ingenuity they posses to keep themselves afloat until help comes. Williwaw contains rich descriptions of Alaskan geography and wildlife. Its likable characters and taut suspense will keep readers riveted until the last page.

Tom Bodett (Author), Tom Bodett (Narrator)

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Willow Run

1944 Meggie Dillon’s life has been turned upside down by World War II. Her older brother Eddie enlisted and was shipped off to fight in Europe. And people say that anywhere else Grandpa would be turned in because he’s German, and people might think he’s a spy. Is it true? Could Grandpa be taken away? Meggie’s father has announced that they must help the war effort and move to Willow Run, Michigan, where he’ll work nights in a factory building important war planes that will help fight the enemy in Europe. Willow Run will be the greatest adventure ever, Meggie thinks. There she meets Patches and Harlan, other kids like her whose parents have come here to do their part in the war. And there she faces questions about courage, and what it takes to go into battle, like Eddie, and how to keep hope alive on the home front. From the Hardcover edition.

Patricia Reilly Giff (Author), Staci Snell (Narrator)

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Willow the Armadillo

Willow the Armadillo loves picture books. More than anything, she wants to be the hero in a picture book of her very own. She knows that achieving her dream will take a lot of work, so she studies hard at Picture Book Academy and signs up for many auditions. But she just can't seem to land a leading role! After one last heartbreaking rejection, she heads to the library for some peace and quiet, and instead finds...chaos! And that's when Willow discovers something even better than being a hero in a book.

Marilou Reeder (Author), A Full Cast, Full Cast (Narrator)

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Win Friends: The Ultimate Guide to Establishing Good Foundation of Friendship, Discover the Building

Win Friends: The Ultimate Guide to Establishing Good Foundation of Friendship, Discover the Building Blocks of Friendship so You Can Form Lasting Friendships No man is an island. We’ve heard this many times but it doesn't make it any less true. We’re truly created as sociable creatures and we wouldn’t survive alone. Sure many people are independent now and they live alone but they still mingle with people from time to time. We all need friends who we can be comfortable with and who can be by our side. Studies show that friendships actually extend our life expectancy and lower the risk of heart disease. It also ignites the part in our brain that makes us feel good. This audiobook will teach you all about making friends and what we can do to maintain these friendships. You will get tips and expert advice on how you can gain many new friends. This audiobook will discuss the following topics: Baby Steps to Making New Friends, Where to Expand Your Social Network, Making Friends on the Cyberscape, How to Make Friends in Social Events, Tips for Strengthening Friendship Bonds, and many more! Friends are everywhere, you just have to know how to find them and find the ones who will be good for you as well. If you want to learn more, scroll up and click “add to cart” now!

Suzanne Elton (Author), Luke Jeffrey (Narrator)

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Windsor Heights Book 1

The story begins with the family of five living in an urban neighborhood in Riverside, California. Lindsay, the oldest of three children takes riding lessons from a loud, strict trainer. The Wright's struggle financially to support Lindsay's passion for riding-until a bad accident involving her brother forces her to quit. When Lindsay reveals her wish to have a horse of her very own, she soon realizes that it would take a miracle for their family to ever live somewhere where they could have a horse. The Wright's had always hoped and dreamed of having land, but it would take the prayers of a little girl to make them come true.

Lisa Long (Author), Lisa Long (Narrator)

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Windsor Heights Book 2: To the Country

The Wright's have just packed up their little house in the city and are moving to a 40-year-old ranch house on 10 acres of land in the middle of the citrus growing community of Riverside. The country life is just what they've always dreamed of, but can they adjust? Can their animals survive the country? Coyotes, hawks, owls and creepy crawly things that go bump in the night have them wondering. Lindsay has been praying for a horse of her own. Lindsay's brother Jeffrey is still in a body cast from a bad accident and Beau the youngest of all is on the look out for lizards and...snakes! Just when they begin to settle in, they learn country life isn't perfect after all. Can it be true? Is there crime in the country?

Lisa Long (Author), Lisa Long (Narrator)

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Windsor Heights Book 3: Moon and Midnight

Windsor Heights has proven to be full of surprises for the Wrights. Lindsay spends most of her time riding her beloved horse, Midnight, while her mom, Lisa, is trying to keep up with her on a young spirited ex-race horse. When Lindsay's dad tries his hand at riding, he quickly realizes that riding can be dangerous. Lisa finds unusual ways to entertain her children, Lindsay, Jeffrey and Beau- sometimes to the dismay of her husband. Lindsay and a new found friend want to ride alone -will it be allowed? Through it all, the family of five along with their faithful guard dog, Sugar, and scent hound, Cheyenne, stick together. Come along! Experience new and exciting adventures with the Wrights!

Lisa Long (Author), Lisa Long (Narrator)

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