Non-fiction Audiobooks

Saka (Ultimate Football Heroes - International Edition) - Includes the road to Euro 2024!: Collect t

"The No.1 football series - over 1 million copies sold! Bukayo Saka has the world at his feet. Since breaking through the ranks at Arsenal, the young forward has gone from strength to strength, helping his team lift the FA cup for a record 14th time. His versatile style of play means he can help his team all over the pitch. Discover how the boy born in Ealing, went on to represent England at Wembley in the Euro 2020 final, achieved his dream of representing his country at such a young age and overcame adversity to become the ultimate football hero. Ultimate Football Heroes is a series of biographies telling the life stories of the biggest and best footballers in the world and their incredible journeys from childhood fan to superstar professional player. Written in fast-paced, action-packed style these books are perfect for all the family to collect and share."

Matt & Tom Oldfield, Ultimate Football Heroes (Author), Jude Owusu (Narrator)

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Molly and the Twin Towers: A 9/11 Survival Story

"Life in lower Manhattan is normal for Molly, her dads, and younger sister. But on September 11, 2001, everything changes. Molly and her younger sister, Adeline, are at school when the first plane hits the World Trade Center. When the Twin Towers fall, the city is thrown into chaos. Papa, a pilot, is flying, Dad can't be reached, and Gran, an EMT with the New York Fire Department, is at Ground Zero. It's up to Molly to find her sister and navigate a city she no longer recognizes."

Jessika Fleck (Author), April Doty (Narrator)

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[Spanish] - Perla, la súper perrita

"Descubre el primer libro infantil de Isabel Allende: una historia universal sobre cómo plantar cara, aunque seas pequeño. *INCLUYE MÚSICA Y EFECTOS DE SONIDO* Perla es una súper perrita que tiene dos súper poderes: hacer que todos la quieran y rugir como un león. Cuando descubre que su hermano humano, Nico Rico, está siendo acosado en la escuela, ¡sabe que tiene que intervenir! Pero ¿qué hará Perla? En una conmovedora historia sobre la amistad entre un niño y su mascota, Isabel Allende hace su debut literario infantil."

Isabel Allende (Author), Isabel Allende, Natalia Rosminati (Narrator)

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[Spanish] - Pax: Una historia de paz y amistad

"Un relato emocionante sobre la confianza, la guerra, la lealtad, la traición y el amor de un niño por el zorro al que ha criado desde que era un cachorro. Una pequeña obra maestra. Peter y Pax, su leal zorro, son inseparables. No obstante, cuando sucede lo impensable y su padre tiene que partir a la guerra, Peter se ve obligado a abandonar a Pax a su suerte. Pero Peter sabe que su lugar está junto a Pax. Espoleado por una amistad inquebrantable, se lanzará a la aventura y cruzará el país en guerra para reunirse con su zorro. Pax, esperando con paciencia su regreso, tendrá que enfrentarse solo a los peligros del bosque... Un éxito internacional llamado a convertirse en un clásico. Pax ha sido galardonado con el Goodreads Choice Award 2016, el Publishrers Weekly's Best Book 2016 y el Hudson Bookseller's Best Book 2016. #PAX #Nuncaestarassolo La crítica ha dicho... «Pax el libro es como Pax el zorro: mitad salvaje y enteramente hermoso.» The New York Times Book Review «Emocionante y poético.» Kirkus Reviews «Pax cautivará tu corazón desde la primera página.» Lisa Nehs, Book & Company «Increíblemente conmovedor, extremadamente original... Una obra literaria muy valiente.» Mónica Edinger, The Dalton School «Pennypacker es una narradora magistral que guía al lector por un sendero de emociones fluctuantes hasta su desgarradora conclusión.» Ann N. Martin, galardonada con un premio Newberry honorario y autora de Rain Reign «Tremendamente honesto y desgarradoramente tierno, Pax es, sencillamente, una obra maestra.» Katherine Applegate, ganadora del Premio Newsberry por The One y Only Ivan «La magistral y experta narrativa de Pennypacker revela una profundidad asombrosa para una obra tan breve.» Booklist Y los lectores... «Pax es, en definitiva, uno de esos cuentos que puede transformar una agobiante noche de insomnio en algo tan productivo como una didáctica reflexión sobre cómo alcanzar diferentes tipos de paz.» «Una historia que llega al corazón del lector y que, sin duda, está destinada verdaderamente a convertirse en un emotivo clásico. Pax y Peter os cautivarán y no querréis despediros de ellos.» «Un libro que tiene mucho que decir. Pax es mucho más que una bonita historia; es un llamamiento a la esperanza y a la paz. Los personajes y la narración son brillantes en esta historia repleta de emociones y reflexión que no te dejará indiferente. Un libro que guardo con gran cariño y que siempre recomendaré.» «Ágil, amena y con unos personajes que te harán creer que el mundo no está perdido. Un 'clásico' ponía en la sinopsis, totalmente de acuerdo. 4/5. Me ha encantado.»"

Sara Pennypacker (Author), Beto Castillo (Narrator)

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Stock Market Stars: A Beginner's Guide to Investing for Kids

"Embark on a financial adventure with 'Stock Market Stars: A Beginner's Guide to Investing for Kids.' Learn how to turn your allowance or birthday money into a treasure trove through engaging stories and easy-to-understand examples. Discover the basics of money, the secrets of famous investors, and the strategies for smart choices in the stock market. From setting up your first investment account to understanding technical analysis and making ethical investment choices, this guide prepares you for financial success. Avoid common pitfalls and take control of your financial future. Let Stock Market Stars light up your path to financial literacy and freedom."

Jonathan Green (Author), Benjamin Martinez (Narrator)

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Iris Green, Unseen

"When Iris Green catches her boyfriend in the arms of one of her closest friends it's not just emotional distress she feels, but an actual physical shift - she starts to disappear! As she grows more invisible each day, a hidden world reveals itself. People's true nature begins to surface in front of her eyes - including uncomfortable facts about those closest to her... and even herself. Can Iris navigate this fascinating yet terrifying new reality and will she reclaim her presence before vanishing completely? A deeply moving heartbreak romance with a speculative twist, ´Iris Green, Unseen´ is ideal for fans of Dustin Thao's ´You've Reached Sam´. ©2024 Louise Finch (P)2024 Saga Egmont Cover image Alamy Stock © Scholastic, 2024 Illustrations reproduced by permission of Scholastic Limited A writer of YA contemporary fiction with speculative twists, Louise Finch's debut young adult novel, ´The Eternal Return of Clara Hart´, was shortlisted for a number of awards including the Waterstones YA book prize, the Yoto Carnegie Awards 2023, the Great Reads Award 2022, as well as longlisted for the Branford Boase Award 2023."

Louise Finch (Author), Hannah Genesius (Narrator)

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Complete Java Essentials for Developers: Mastering Java for Comprehensive Software Development

"Master comprehensive software development with Java programming in this extensive audio guide! 'Complete Java Essentials for Developers' covers everything from setting up your development environment to advanced concepts, and even touches on emerging trends. In this comprehensive audiobook, you'll learn:  - The basics of Java programming, including syntax and data types - Control flow and looping structures - Object-oriented programming principles - Exception handling and error management techniques - Working with collections frameworks and file input/output operations - Multithreading concepts and best practices - Database connectivity (JDBC) and GUI development with Swing - Web development using Java Servlets and JSP, and RESTful web services - Spring Framework and testing/debugging strategies - Advanced topics like security in Java applications, cloud computing, microservices architecture, and DevOps/CI/CD integration - Performance optimization techniques and the future of Java programming"

Et Tu Code (Author), Helen Green (Narrator)

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Crunch Time Review for Astronomy

"This audiobook is narrated by a digital voice. Introducing the 'Crunch Time Review' for Astronomy – your ultimate guide to acing your course and exams! Imagine having the notes of the top-performing student in the class at your fingertips. Our books are precisely that - a treasure trove of class notes and a handy glossary to simplify your last-minute prep. Say goodbye to stress and hello to success with the condensed wisdom of the best in the class. Elevate your exam game with 'Crunch Time Review' – your key to confident, last-minute mastery."

Lewis Morris (Author), Digital Voice Mike G (Narrator)

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Mysterious North America: Mysteries, Legends, and Unexplained Phenomena across the United States, Me

"At a time in antiquity when most of Europe was covered with forests and wandering tribes, Mexico had already developed complex civilizations, beginning with the Olmecs and followed by the Maya, a civilization with advanced knowledge of medicine, engineering and astronomy. The Maya calculated the precession of the equinoxes and cycles of the Pleiades, on which they based their year, since they believed they had come from that constellation. The last, and perhaps most famous, great civilization before the arrival of the Europeans was the Aztecs. With so many ancient peoples whose influence, beliefs, and modifications to the landscape extend to the present day, Mexico is fertile land for legends, ghosts, surprising places, and mysteries. A belief in communing with things that lie beyond (stars, constellations, and life after death), mysticism, and apparitions are intimately woven into the colorful fabric of the Mexican nation. As for the United States, many Americans think the land has always had a dark side and a strange side. Monsters and ghosts lurk in its woods and old houses, and strange monuments that may be from a forgotten civilization puzzle local investigators. All the while, the early inhabitants themselves were always superstitious, as evidenced by history’s most famous witch trials. Canada has the reputation of being a boring place, but dig a little below the surface, and you’ll find a different Canada, a stranger Canada, one of murder, mystery, and paranormal experiences. The stories that follow will show that Canada, far from being a dull, staid nation where nothing much happens, is an epicenter of the mysterious. Mysterious North America: Mysteries, Legends, and Unexplained Phenomena across the United States, Mexico, and Canada offers a vast compendium of strange, unexplained, and just plain odd stories across North America’s various regions."

Charles River Editors (Author), Michelle Humphries (Narrator)

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The Five Civilized Tribes

"The Five Civilized Tribes are among the best known Native American groups in American history, and they were even celebrated by contemporary Americans for their abilities to adapt to white culture. But tragically, they are also well known tribes due to the trials and tribulations they suffered by being forcibly moved west along the Trail of Tears. The Cherokee began the process of assimilation with whites very early, even before the establishment of the Unites States, and by the early 19th century they were one of the “Five Civilized Tribes.” Ultimately, however, it is unclear what benefits “civilization” brought the tribe. Throughout the colonial period and after the American Revolution, the Cherokee struggled to satisfy the whims and desires of American government officials and settlers, often suffering injustices after complying with their desires. Nevertheless, the Cherokee continued to endure, and after being pushed west, they rose from humble origins as refugees new to the southeastern United States to build themselves back up into a powerhouse both economically and militarily. Even after being forced to leave their traditional homeland again, they once more rose to become a powerful tribe and nation, ruling themselves and building their economic power through wise and skillful leadership. Though not as well known as the Cherokee, two of the Five Civilized Tribes were the Chickasaw and Choctaw. With roots that tie them to the Ancient Moundbuilders, the Chickasaw and Choctaw were among the most established groups in the Southeastern United States, and they were among the first natives encountered by Spanish explorer Hernando De Soto’s historic expedition in the mid-16th century. They became known as two of the Five Civilized Tribes for quickly assimilating aspects of European culture, but in response to early European contact, they also became part of one of the strongest confederacies in the region."

Charles River Editors (Author), Michelle Humphries (Narrator)

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The Sounds of the ‘50s

"Born in Mississippi, a young kid named Elvis Presley came to Memphis as a teenager and changed music forever. Fusing country and rhythm and blues with rock, Elvis brought traditional African-American sounds to the forefront of music in the 1950s, but he did so as a handsome white man before the height of the Civil Rights Movement. On top of that, his famous stage fright led to the hip gyrations that would make him the envy of young girls and the scorn of their parents. What followed was rock music’s perfect storm. Managed by Colonel Tom Parker, Elvis became the biggest music act in the world, producing holiday classics, love ballads, and up-tempo rock songs that all hit the top of the charts in the late ‘50s. Elvis merged the quintessential rock star looks with success, scoring nearly 20 #1 singles. With live broadcasts on TV appearances and movie roles, Elvis became a pop culture fixture and a music icon that made even The Beatles giddily nervous to meet him. America has always celebrated its star entertainers, but Frank Sinatra remains a unique American legend. A pop culture fixture for over half a century, Sinatra’s music is still cherished, and his persona remains its own archetype of the quintessential American star. Sinatra transcended genres to the extent that his music stands alone as its own kind of American music, with songs like “New York, New York,” “Chicago,” and “Come Fly With Me” instantly recognizable among all Americans. Of course, there was also the life that went with the music. The cultural identity of the Rat Pack, epitomized in the 1960 film Ocean’s Eleven, further contributed to his fame, and everyone knows and appreciates the image of easy living, smooth voice and exuberant starpower that Sinatra represents."

Charles River Editors (Author), Mary Rossman (Narrator)

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NASA Programs in the 1970s: The History and Legacy of the Space Agency’s Missions to Mars and Beyond

"Space exploration was always an expensive business, and throughout NASA’s history, the agency has had to justify to Congress its need for every dollar it intended to spend. This problem has helped NASA to be more careful and more creative with the money they did receive, and scientists had to justify the equipment they wanted to include on each space probe. They had to justify the size and the power demand, too. If they wanted too much, the entire mission might be scrubbed, and all their work would have been for naught. This made planning and designs leaner and more efficient, as scientists and engineers were more careful with their recommendations. In fact, the Pioneer program was the most diversified sequence of any of NASA’s programs, and though they’re now remembered for being among the first probes in history to reach the Outer Solar System, the elaborate planning changed goals several times over several years before resulting in historic successes. NASA had wanted to do a Grand Tour of the Solar System toward the end of the 1970s to take advantage of the scheduled alignment of planets, which meant the Pioneer missions were meant to be test runs prior to the main events (Voyager 1 and Voyager 2), and a great many things discovered by Pioneer 10 and Pioneer 11 were essential to the successful planning of the Voyager probes. Voyager 1 and 2 have done far more than accomplish their original missions. In fact, they are now exploring interstellar space, far beyond the outer planets in the cold wasteland between the stars. Each spacecraft carries a copy of a golden record which contains an introduction to Earth, should some alien civilization happen to encounter either Voyager 1 or Voyager 2. In the first Star Trek movie, writers imagined just that, creating a story of a Voyager spacecraft being captured and adapted for its own uses."

Charles River Editors (Author), Bill Hare (Narrator)

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