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"From award-winning author Rex Ogle, a mixed-format middle grade novel about three boys who skip school, told in verse and prose, and comics. With a dad in jail and a lack of teachers interested in helping him learn, Manny doesn’t see the point in anything besides skateboarding and writing lyrics. Calvin has so many responsibilities to his father and little brothers that when his bike is stolen, he can’t make it to school on time. And while Liam is studious and wants to become a doctor, he is tormented by bullies and hides out in an unused janitor’s closet instead of going to class. When the boys are thrown together in detention, they realize that they might still have a lot to learn—not just from their teachers, but from each other. Absent tells the boys’ stories in three distinct voices: Manny’s in verse, Calvin’s as a comic, and Liam’s as a prose journal. Printz Award Honoree and YALSA Nonfiction Award winner Rex Ogle explores school absenteeism in a compelling, entertaining, and utterly distinct novel. 'Brilliantly executed; a tender yet unflinching look at students who often, tragically, slip between the cracks.'—Kirkus Reviews (starred review) "
Rex Ogle (Author), Kevin R. Free , Mark Sanderlin , Ramón de Ocampo (Narrator)
Audiobook · 6 hrs 41 mins
"‘YA’s biggest stars have written the collab of the year’ – Entertainment Weekly Trapped at a luxurious resort off the coast of Florida, a group of elite teens are about to have a spring break they will never forget … but not all of them are coming home. The star-studded team of authors behind New York Times bestsellers Blackout and Whiteout returns with a thrillerfull of intrigue, betrayal, and heart-stopping romance For Thurgood Marshall Academy's best and brightest–five friends who've been thick as thieves since kindergarten–this spring break is all about forgetting: they want nothing more than to wash away last year's tragedy, and the human-shaped hole it left in their friend group. It's a hole the new kid, Anthony Brooks, seems to fit right into. So when he invites the Five to join him on a private island for a week at his dad's luxury resort, they agree with zero hesitation. No one's counting on a freak tropical storm swooping in and killing the vibe. And speaking of killing, they're also ill-prepared for the mounting collection of dead bodies… including (another) one of their own. As their dream trip unravels, everything they tried to leave behind–secrets, lies, betrayals, dead best friends–seems to be washing up on the shore of their lives for everyone to see. Will any of them make it out alive? From the bestselling, award-winning team behind Blackout and Whiteout—Dhonielle Clayton, Tiffany D. Jackson, Nic Stone, Angie Thomas, Ashley Woodfolk, and Nicola Yoon—comes a thriller that begs the question: is it possible to outrun the worst thing you've ever done?"
Angie Thomas , Ashley Woodfolk , Dhonielle Clayton , Nic Stone , Nicola Yoon , Tiffany D. Jackson (Author), Amber Dekkers , Cary Hite , James Fouhey , Kevin R. Free , Korey Jackson , Liz Femi , Marcella Cox (Narrator)
Audiobook · 9 hrs 6 mins
I Love Earth with The Very Hungry Caterpillar
"Celebrate the Earth with The Very Hungry Caterpillar! The Very Hungry Caterpillar knows that the Earth is special. This audiobook is the perfect way to celebrate the beauty of nature and build appreciation for our planet with your young listeners."
Eric Carle (Author), Kevin R. Free (Narrator)
"From Eric Carle, New York Times bestselling author of The Very Hungry Caterpillar and From Head to Toe, comes the classic story of one very grouchy ladybug. As children follow the Grouchy Ladybug on her journey, they will learn the important concepts of time, size, and shape, as well as the benefits of friendship and good manners. For generations, The Grouchy Ladybug has delighted listeners of all ages with the story of a bad-tempered bug who won't say 'please' or 'thank you,' won't share, and thinks she is bigger and better than anyone else. Listeners will love how this testy ladybug introduces them to many new animals and learns that maybe being grouchy isn't always the best option."
I Love My Cat with The Very Hungry Caterpillar
"Celebrate beloved felines with help from The Very Hungry Caterpillar in this adorable audiobook. The perfect gift for honoring cherished pets throughout the year! My dear cat… You're curious Playful And so very cute. Celebrate the bond between cat lovers and their cats with the Very Hungry Caterpillar! Featuring his favorite animal, this charming keepsake is a great way to celebrate cherished pets and show the cat lovers in your life how much you care!"
The Very Hungry Caterpillar Eats Snacks: An Opposites Book
"Join The Very Hungry Caterpillar for one of his favorite parts of the day: snack time! The Very Hungry Caterpillar is very hungry . . . for snacks! A deliciously simple narrative from Eric Carle, this audiobook is the perfect way to introduce the concept of opposites. From sweet grapes to salty peanuts, there's something everyone will enjoy. This audiobook will become a staple in the kitchen for even the littlest food critic in training!"
Eric Carle (Author), Emily Marso , Kevin R. Free (Narrator)
The Very Hungry Caterpillar's First Seasons
"Celebrate the seasons with The Very Hungry Caterpillar and his friends in this classic collection of tales! First Winter: There are so many ways to spend a chilly winter day. Join The Very Hungry Caterpillar and explore everything winter has to offer! Welcome winter with The Very Hungry Caterpillar and his friends in this sensory exploration of the season. Discover the very best of this time of year: snowy days full of play, the sounds of birds chirping atop a snowman, the smell of cookies fresh from the oven, and so much more! First Fall: There are so many ways to spend a cool fall day. Join The Very Hungry Caterpillar and explore everything the season has to offer! Celebrate fall with The Very Hungry Caterpillar and his friends in this exploration of the season. Young readers can learn all about seasonal sensory experiences, like looking at the leaves as they change color, listening to the whooshing wind, feeling the warmth of a warm cozy sweater, and so much more! First Spring: There are so many ways to spend a bright spring day. Join The Very Hungry Caterpillar and explore everything the season has to offer! Celebrate spring with The Very Hungry Caterpillar and his friends in this exploration of the season. Young readers can learn all about seasonal sensory experiences, like watching clouds change shapes, feeling cool rain on your skin, sniffing fresh blooming flowers, and so much more! First Summer: There are so many ways to spend a sunny summer day. Join The Very Hungry Caterpillar and explore everything the season has to offer! Celebrate summer with The Very Hungry Caterpillar and his friends in this exploration of the season. Young readers can learn all about seasonal sensory experiences, like listening to noisy bugs, feeling the warm sunshine, smelling the yummy scents of a cookout, and so much more!"
The Very Hungry Caterpillar's Audiobook Collection: 25 Books (Including 3 in Spanish)
"Join the Very Hungry Caterpillar for twenty-five audiobooks (including three in Spanish) by classic and beloved children's author Eric Carle! The stories, brought to life with sound effects and music, include: The Very Hungry Caterpillar Calm With The Very Hungry Caterpillar Love From The Very Hungry Caterpillar Good Night Very Hungry Caterpillar The Very Hungry Caterpillar's First Spring The Very Hungry Caterpillar's First Summer The Very Hungry Caterpillar's First Winter The Very Hungry Caterpillar's First Fall I Love Mom with the Very Hungry Caterpillar I Love Dad with the Very Hungry Caterpillar I Love Grandpa with the Very Hungry Caterpillar I Love Grandma with the Very Hungry Caterpillar I Love My Sister with the Very Hungry Caterpillar I Love My Brother with the Very Hungry Caterpillar Thank You Teacher with the Very Hungry Caterpillar Day at the Beach with the Very Hungry Caterpillar Day at School with the Very Hungry Caterpillar Day in Snow with the Very Hungry Caterpillar Day on the Farm with the Very Hungry Caterpillar The Very Hungry Caterpillar's Birthday Party The Very Hungry Caterpillar Eats Snacks Thanks from The Very Hungry Caterpillar La Oruga Muy Hambrienta Yo amo a Mamá, con La oruga muy hambrienta (I Love Mom with The Very Hungry Caterpillar Spanish Edition) Yo amo a Papá, con La oruga muy hambrienta (I Love Dad with The Very Hungry Caterpillar Spanish Edition) These audiobook productions are a fantastic way to encounter Eric Carle's famous, very hungry caterpillar."
Eric Carle (Author), Cristina Hernández , Diego Santana , Eric Carle , Kevin R. Free (Narrator)
The Very Hungry Caterpillar Eats Dinner: A Shapes Book
"Join The Very Hungry Caterpillar for one of his favorite meals of the day: dinner! The Very Hungry Caterpillar is very hungry . . . for dinner! With a simple narrative, this audiobook is the perfect way to introduce the concept of shapes. From triangular pizza slices to round veggie burgers to squiggly ramen, there's something everyone will enjoy. This book will become a staple in the kitchen for even the littlest food critic in training!"
The Very Hungry Caterpillar Eats Lunch: A Colors Book
"Join The Very Hungry Caterpillar for one of his favorite meals of the day: lunch! The Very Hungry Caterpillar is very hungry . . . for lunch! With a simple narrative, this audiobook is the perfect way to introduce the midday meal. From mac and cheese and sandwiches to salads and tacos, there's something everyone will enjoy. This book will become a staple in the kitchen for even the littlest food critic in training!"
The Very Hungry Caterpillar Eats Breakfast: A Counting Book
"Join The Very Hungry Caterpillar for one of his favorite meals of the day: breakfast! The Very Hungry Caterpillar is very hungry . . . for breakfast! With a simple narrative, this audiobook is the perfect way to introduce the most important meal of the day. From muffins and pancakes to eggs and fruit, there's something everyone will enjoy. This book will become a staple in the kitchen for even the littlest food critic in training!"
The Very Hungry Caterpillar's First Poems
"Introduce young listeners to poetry with The Very Hungry Caterpillar in this first-ever collection of original poems from the World of Eric Carle! Caterpillar's Wish I made a little wish on the first star in the sky. I wished that I could turn into- a big blue butterfly! This tender collection of first poems invites young readers into the world of poetry. Featuring Eric Carle's beloved classic character, his signature illustrative style, and twelve original poems by award-winning poet Charles Ghigna (Father Goose), this keepsake casebound board book is perfect for little ones and their families to read and enjoy together."
Charles Ghigna (Author), Kevin R. Free (Narrator)
[Spanish] - The Very Lonely Firefly/La luciérnaga muy solitaria (Bilingual English-Spanish Edition)
"Del autor e ilustrador superventas Eric Carle, creador de La oruga muy hambrienta, llega otro cuento clásico, esta vez sobre una luciérnaga muy solitaria. Es el regalo perfecto para compartir con sus niños. ¡Ahora en edición bilingüe en cartoné! Cuando una luciérnaga muy solitaria vuela hacia la noche en busca de otras luciérnagas, ve un farol, una vela y los ojos de un perro, un gato y un búho, todos resplandeciendo en la oscuridad. Ve incluso una sorprendente celebración de la luz. Pero solo hasta que descubre otras luciérnagas, siente que ha encontrado exactamente lo que buscaba. Esta edición en cartoné tiene el tamaño perfecto para las manos pequeñas. Con las ilustraciones exuberantes que caracterizan el vibrante arte en collage de Eric Carle, y narrado dulcemente con un texto rítmico y suave, perfecto para leer en voz alta, La luciérnaga muy solitaria promete convertirse rápidamente en un libro favorito para la hora del cuento. ENGLISH DESCRIPTION From bestselling author and illustrator Eric Carle, the creator of The Very Hungry Caterpillar, comes another classic tale about one very lonely firefly. A perfect gift to share with the child in your life. Now in a bilingual audiobook edition! When a very lonely firefly goes out into the night searching for other fireflies, it sees a lantern, a candle, and the eyes of a dog, cat, and owl all glowing in the darkness. It even sees a surprise celebration of light. But it is not until it discovers other fireflies that it finds exactly what it's looking for. Narrated in a soothing rhythm, The Very Lonely Firefly will fast become a storytime favorite."
Eric Carle (Author), Beto Castillo , Cristina Hernández , Kevin R. Free (Narrator)
[Spanish] - The Very Quiet Cricket/El grillo muy silencioso (Bilingual English-Spanish Edition)
"Del autor e ilustrador superventas Eric Carle, creador de La oruga muy hambrienta, llega este cuento clásico sobre un grillo silencioso. El regalo perfecto para hijos y nietos. Un día, un diminuto grillo sale del huevo y se encuentra con un grillo grande que le da la bienvenida con un chirrido. El pequeño grillo trata de responder, pero no le sale ningún sonido. El grillo silencioso comienza así a explorar el mundo, y conoce una serie de insectos que lo saludan con su alegre canto: el zumbido de una abeja, el aleteo de una libélula, el susurro de una mantis religiosa. Cada vez, el grillo frota sus alas, pero no sale ni el más mínimo sonido. Hasta que un día, se encuentra con otro grillo, una hembra, y sucede algo diferente… ENGLISH DESCRIPTION From bestselling author and illustrator Eric Carle, the creator of The Very Hungry Caterpillar, comes another classic tale about one very quiet cricket. A perfect gift to share with the child or grandchild in your life. Now in a bilingual audiobook edition! One day a tiny cricket is born and meets a big cricket who chirps his welcome. The tiny cricket tries to respond, but there is no sound. The quiet cricket then makes his way into the world, meeting one insect after another, each of whom greets the little cricket with a cheery hello--the hum of a bee, the whirr of a dragonfly, the whisper of a praying mantis. The cricket rubs his wings together each time, but nothing happens, not a sound. Until the day he meets another cricket, a female, and something different happens . . ."
Eric Carle (Author), Beto Castillo , Kevin R. Free (Narrator)
"From the award-winning author of the Jada Jones chapter books comes an illustrated spin-off series perfect for STEM fans! When Miles and his friend RJ team up for their school's bake sale, they embark on a journey filled with sweet treats, friendship, and a dash of science. Miles is confident that Nana's famous tea cakes will win the prize, but he's feeling the pressure from RJ, who wants to win the prize money to replace his mom's treasured keepsake that he accidentally broke. Through baking mishaps and heartfelt moments, they discover that the true recipe for success lies in honesty, teamwork, and adding a special ingredient-love."
Kelly Starling Lyons (Author), Kevin R. Free (Narrator)
Keeper Chance and the Dubious Doppelgänger
"For graduates of Percy Jackson and fans of Alex Rider comes the second book in the adventure-filled Evil Villains International League series, bringing a maelstrom of epic proportions as Keeper Chance and his friends must beat the paradoxes of time to conquer a dangerously deceptive enemy. Keeper Chance hasn't been an E.V.I.L. villain for long, but there are two things he knows: One: Nothing is ever as it seems. That goes double when you're up against a doppelgänger. It's going to take patience and perseverance for Keeper and villainous teammates Toby and Y to figure out who is who and why someone who can be anyone would want to kidnap a senior member of E.V.I.L. Two: It helps to have time on your side. But the doppelgänger seems to have recruited flunkies who can bend time to their will. Even worse, there's Toby's brother, who's no slouch when it comes to being a parental snitch. Before the clock runs out (or back), it'll take a showdown with the time benders—not to mention some seriously vicious cats—to unmask the imposter and end the mayhem. Someone is going to have to step up and save the day. But will it be an E.V.I.L. hero…or a H.E.R.O.?"
Alex Evanovich (Author), Kevin R. Free (Narrator)
Audiobook · 7 hrs 41 mins
Minecraft Journey to the Ancient City
"Jump back into the Overworld with the next blockbuster Minecraft novel, Journey to the Ancient City. An official Minecraft adventure! Opal has almost done it all – fighting monsters, protecting people from pillagers and even defeating the legendary Ender Dragon! But that’s all in the past. Now, Opal has hung up their adventuring hat and is living the life of a happy crafter, far more likely to build you a bed than fight a Wither. In fact, Opal has decided that their time is best spent building their Dream Manor outside the very village that displays the Ender Dragon Skull they brought back from the End! Meanwhile, Opal’s sister, Lisa, is beginning her own unique journey. She’s ready to be a hero. Just ask her. Or don’t … She’ll tell you anyway. She knows every single story ever told about her sibling, and probably a few other heroes as well. She has always admired her sister, Opal, but now it’s her turn to have an adventure! And that adventure might be bigger than she could ever have imagined. One day, a travelling adventure named Braun arrives in town, claiming to know how to defeat a Warden – a fearsome mob that not even Opal has defeated. Lisa jumps at the chance to join Braun on his epic quest, and Opal reluctantly agrees to accompany the duo – only to protect their sister, of course. But along the way, Opal might just rediscover their love of adventure, and realize that it’s even more fun when someone else is there to share in the story …"
Danny Lore (Author), Amber Dekkers , Kevin R. Free , Ozzie Jacobs (Narrator)
Audiobook · 4 hrs 36 mins
Keynan Masters and the Remixed Monster
"Return to Peerless Academy in this sequel to Keynan Masters and the Peerless Magic Crew, perfect for fans of Tristan Strong Punches a Hole in the Sky and Amari and the Night Brothers. Keynan Masters knows the power of his rhymes-without them he wouldn't have been able to fend off the monstrous creature Ratchet and save Peerless Academy. But when his poetry reveals truths that challenge everything that he's ever known, he's suddenly whisked back to Peerless with even more questions about magic. As Keynan and his friends uncover more secrets about Ratchet and the origins of the academy, they realize that their true enemy may be lurking within the walls of Peerless itself. Facing dangers on all sides, the crew must combine their abilities to save their home-and each other."
DaVaun Sanders (Author), Kevin R. Free (Narrator)
Audiobook · 8 hrs 4 mins
Orson and the World's Loudest Library
"In this love letter to public libraries, 6-year-old Orson learns to navigate his big feelings by sharing his love of reading with newfound friends at his local branch. When Orson visits his local library, he likes to sit and read quietly by himself. However, not everyone is on the same page. One day, when the library is buzzing with activities, Orson decides he’s had enough! But as he cools off after an emotional outburst, Orson begins to understand how much the library and its sometimes not-so-quiet community have to offer … and decides to turn things around. Here’s a book about sharing a passion for books with friends, learning to cope with big feelings, and the joys of libraries."
Laura Gehl (Author), Kevin R. Free (Narrator)
Love at Second Sight
"A clairvoyant and a werewolf must work together to solve a mystery at the heart of their school. A perfect LGBT+ romantic fantasy for fans of Rainbow Rowell, Margaret Rogerson and Legends and Lattes! Cam is planning to fly under the radar at his new school, which should be easy as a human among kids with super-cool paranormal powers. But after a very public psychic vision, he's suddenly the centre of attention. With a mystery to solve to prevent a dark future, Cam teams up with handsome werewolf (and long-term crush), Mateo. As the two get closer and the mystery deepens, can they trust the sparks between them, or is Cam's vision getting closer to coming true? Funny, subversive, romantic fantasy from New York Times bestselling author F. T. Lukens. Look out for: So This is Ever After In Deeper Waters Spell Bound Otherworldly "
F.T. Lukens (Author), Kevin R. Free (Narrator)
Audiobook · 11 hrs 21 mins
""Vampire aficionados and romantasy fans alike will swoon over" (Publishers Weekly) this insatiable romantic horror novel from Hugo and Nebula Award–nominated author Kellan McDaniel about two gay men—one young, one ageless—who reclaim their lives and identities from those who would silence them. Howard is biding his time until he can finally leave for college, where he has been promised it gets better. The last thing he expected was to meet a boy. But George reminds Howard of the movie stars from the 1960s he's obsessed with. Plus, George is endearingly formal and well-read, and his grandpa fashion is super authentic. After over twenty years together, George is about to lose his life partner. He met James when they were teenagers then lost track of him until they reconnected in their early sixties. Now, James is going somewhere beyond George's reach—because George is a vampire, forever trapped in the body of a nineteen-year-old. As the two grow closer, George begins to see a future beyond losing his first love, and Howard stops imagining himself always being alone…even if companionship comes at the cost of his mortality. When the discrimination the men have suffered their whole lives rears its ugly head to take away their happy ending, they finally strike back at the world that's done its best to subdue them their entire lives."
Kellan McDaniel (Author), Kevin R. Free (Narrator)
Audiobook · 8 hrs 23 mins
"From the award-winning author of the Jada Jones chapter books comes a spin-off series perfect for STEM fans! When Miles and his classmates welcome a few frogs as class pets, it's a reminder that what he really wants more than anything is a dog to call his own. But his parents don't think he's ready, and his attempts to show them that he truly can care for critters all end in disaster. Can Miles pull it together and prove that he's responsible enough for a pet once and for all?"
Keeper Chance and the Conundrum of Chaos
"For graduates of Percy Jackson comes the "tongue-in-cheek…pleasantly goofy" (Publishers Weekly) adventure-filled story of an average boy offered a life of villainy that's about good vs. evil, mischief vs. mayhem, and making your mark on the world, by acclaimed author Alex Evanovich. If you've ever lost a sock in the dryer, it might have been the work of the Evil Villains International League, E.V.I.L. And if your feet smell so bad, they keep you from making friends, good news! You might be invited to join. After growing up in the care of his nagging grandmother and coasting through school with a mediocre GPA, Keeper Chance gets invited to try out for a spot in his local chapter of E.V.I.L. Keeper's not sure his unremarkable life makes him villain material, but things get more remarkable, and fast, when Keeper and another new recruit, Toby, face the chapter's first test—and disasters begin to snowball. As cookies and members of E.V.I.L. go missing, a mysterious girl named Y who doesn't miss anything joins Keeper and Toby's efforts. Despite the urgency of his mission, Keeper still can't shake the question of why he was chosen for the league when he's nothing special. As Keeper races against the clock to save his new friends, nothing is easy, and nothing is ever as it seems. Can he uncover his true nature in time to ensure the survival of villainy—or does his true destiny follow a different path?"
Audiobook · 7 hrs 49 mins
Speaking of America: United States Presidents and the Words That Changed History
"A New York Times bestseller! From New York Times bestselling author Jared Cohen comes an encouraging and engaging debut children's book that brings United States history to life through forty-five compelling presidential quotes, demonstrating the power of words and inspiring hope for the future of America. From 1776 to the present day, the Presidents of the United States have been America's most important public speakers. Their words have inspired change throughout the highs and lows of history, from the Declaration of Independence to declarations in support of civil rights, and everything in between. Why did George Washington call for "good faith and justice towards all nations" in his farewell address? What did it mean for Franklin D. Roosevelt to proclaim, in the middle of the Great Depression, that "the only thing to fear is fear itself?" And in one of the most famous presidential speeches ever given, the Gettysburg Address, why did Abraham Lincoln choose to begin with math ("four score and seven years ago")? In Speaking of America, the meaning and historical impact of quotes from the first forty-five American presidents are illuminated with wit and warmth. Full of fascinating facts that take listeners behind the scenes of American history, this captivating nonfiction book shows how US presidents have used their words to encourage, explain, assert, and defend—while equipping future leaders with the knowledge that they too have the power to change the world."
Jared Cohen (Author), Kevin R. Free (Narrator)
Audiobook · 3 hrs 3 mins
The Very Hungry Caterpillar's 5-Minute Stories
"The Very Hungry Caterpillar is the star of this collection of stories that can each be read aloud in five minutes or less! This treasury of titles from the World of Eric Carle features eight engaging stories in one book. And since each one can be read in five minutes or less, it's the perfect pick for bedtime or whenever time is tight. The collection includes stories from The Very Hungry Caterpillar's First Seasons series and A Day with The Very Hungry Caterpillar series."
Twelve Days in May: Freedom Ride 1961
"On May 4, 1961, thirteen activists—black and white, young and old, male and female—board two buses in Washington, D.C., for New Orleans, Louisiana. Their Freedom Ride will last just twelve days. But their mission is clear. The laws prohibiting segregation on buses crossing state lines and at bus stations are being violated. These Freedom Riders are determined to draw attention to the laws’ lack of enforcement. But what starts as a peaceful protest turns violent as they travel deeper into the South. This is their story. Robert F. Sibert Informational Book Award An ALA Notable Children’s Book Booklist Editors’ Choice A Chicago Public Library Best of the Best Books “Brimner … presents a straightforward narrative approach to the subject that will appeal to readers. … An essential part of civil rights collections and a worthy addition to all nonfiction shelves.”—School Library Journal, starred review"
Larry Dane Brimner (Author), Kevin R. Free (Narrator)
Twelfth Knight: a YA romantic comedy from the bestselling author of The Atlas Six
"From the New York Times-bestselling author of The Atlas Six comes Twelfth Knight, a grumpy/sunshine YA romantic comedy and coming of age story. Featuring gorgeous inside cover artwork. Viola and Jack do not get along. Popular Jack Orsino is the worst Student Body President Viola Reyes has ever seen, and his lackadaisical attitude is just one more thing on Vi's long list of things to be annoyed about. Her only escape? The online role-playing game Twelfth Knight - where she creates a masculine alter-ego in order to be taken seriously in the gaming world. When a football injury leads Jack to start playing Twelfth Knight too, their two worlds are set to collide. And as it becomes increasingly difficult for Vi to hide her true identity, Jack might just be falling for her offline . . . 'What a joy this book was, I found myself literally kicking my feet and screaming' - Faridah àbíké-íyímídé - The New York times-bestselling author of Ace of Spades Alexene Farol Follmuth is the globally bestselling author of The Atlas Six, under her adult pseudonym Olivie Blake."
Alexene Farol Follmuth (Author), Alexandra Palting , Kevin R. Free (Narrator)
Audiobook · 12 hrs 6 mins
"In 1955, a Black family passes for white and moves to a "Whites Only" town in the suburbs. Caught between two worlds, a teen boy puts his family at risk as he uncovers racist secrets about his suburb. A new social justice thriller from the acclaimed author of This Is My America! WINNER OF THE LOS ANGELES TIMES BOOK PRIZE FOR YOUNG ADULT LITERATURE • A SCHOOL LIBRARY JOURNAL AND KIRKUS REVIEWS BEST BOOK OF THE YEAR Calvin knows how to pass for white. He's done it plenty of times before. For his friends in Chicago, when they wanted food but weren't allowed in a restaurant. For work, when he and his dad would travel for the Green Book. This is different. After a tragedy in Chicago forces the family to flee, they resettle in an idyllic all-white suburban town in search of a better life. Calvin's father wants everyone to embrace their new white lifestyles, but it's easier said than done. Hiding your true self is exhausting -- which leads Calvin across town where he can make friends who know all of him...and spend more time with his new crush, Lily. But when Calvin starts unraveling dark secrets about the white town and its inhabitants, passing starts to feel even more suffocating--and dangerous--than he could have imagined. Expertly weaving together real historical events with important reflections on being Black in America, acclaimed author Kim Johnson powerfully connects readers to the experience of being forced to live a life-threatening lie or embrace an equally deadly truth."
Kim Johnson (Author), Kevin R. Free , Kim Johnson (Narrator)
The Real Education of TJ Crowley: Coming of Age on the Redline: An Audio Drama
"2025 Audie Award Winner - Best Young Adult Audiobook AudioFile Earphones Award | IPPY Award Wichita, summer 1968. The city’s redline still runs down the middle of TJ Crowley’s street. His father is gone. His brother is in Vietnam. His mother is unraveling. Then the Washingtons—a Black family with a daughter his age—move in next door. TJ is thirteen, with a temper he can’t control and a man from his mother’s past who orders him to help build the fence between the two yards. “Stay away from them or you’re grounded for life,” his mother warns. Then gospel music drifts through the fence. TJ has a choice to make. A full-cast audio drama in three acts. Fifteen actors. Twenty-four roles. Original gospel music performed by the ARISE Ensemble. Co-produced by Audie Award-winning narrators Dion Graham and Tavia Gilbert. “Performed by a gifted cast, this slice of our history stays with the listener.” —AudioFile Magazine “Easy to see why this one was the winner.” —Audible ADVISORY: Contains racist language and depictions of racial violence appropriate to its 1968 setting. Best suited for mature YA readers and adults."
Grant Overstake , May Wuthrich (Author), Ari Fliakos , Brittany Pressley , Dani Martineck , Dion Graham , Graham Halstead , John Wright , Johnny Heller , Kevin R. Free , Kirby Heyborne , Michael Crouch , Nicole Small , Peter Berkrot , Sheila Brown Kinnard , Tavia Gilbert , Thérèse Plummer , a full cast (Narrator)
Audiobook · 9 hrs 15 mins
Rising From the Ashes: Los Angeles, 1992. Edward Jae Song Lee, Latasha Harlins, Rodney King, and a City on Fire
"Paula Yoo’s latest is a compelling, nuanced account of Los Angeles’s 1992 uprising and its impact on its Korean and Black American communities. On April 29, 1992, following the acquittal of four police officers charged with the beating and arrest of Rodney King and the earlier killing of teenager Latasha Harlins, the city of Los Angeles erupted in violence. Many of these events were centered on the city’s Koreatown, where tensions between the Black and Korean American communities had simmered for years, fueled by economic challenges and redlining and enflamed by sensationalized and racist media. Based on more than 100 personal interviews, Rising from the Ashes follows these events through the eyes and experiences of the families of King, Harlins, shooting victim Edward Jae Song Lee, and dozens of business owners, journalists, police officers, firefighters, activists, and other community members. Deeply researched and compulsively readable, this is a vivid, propulsive, and moving story of a pivotal moment in recent American history that continues to resonate today."
Paula Yoo (Author), Kevin R. Free (Narrator)
Audiobook · 7 hrs 19 mins
"A sceptic and a supernatural creature get more than they bargain for when they make crossroads deal to save themselves. A perfect LGBT+ romantic fantasy for fans of Rainbow Rowell, Margaret Rogerson and Adam Silvera! Ellery doesn't believe in magic. Sure, they've been stuck in a five-year winter, but there's got to be a scientific explanation for that. They're more concerned with working hard to send money back to the family farm than with whether there's a goddess out there who could put a stop to it. Knox has been trapped in the human realm for years. In service to a powerful witch for a decade, Knox is finally freed when her crossroads deal meets its terms. But Knox isn't sure he wants to return to the Other World, especially since his queen seems to have abandoned him. When a chance encounter finds Ellery coming to Knox's rescue, they're suddenly face to face with a (annoyingly attractive) guy who claims to be a supernatural familiar - something they definitely don't believe. But Ellery needs a way to stop the endless winter and save his family farm, and Knox needs a human who can tether him to their realm. A crossroads deal can't go wrong, can it? Funny, subversive, romantic fantasy from New York Times bestselling author F. T. Lukens. Look out for So This is Ever After, In Deeper Waters and Spell Bound."
F.T. Lukens (Author), Em Grosland , Kevin R. Free , Natalie Naudus (Narrator)
"My Fair Lady meets the classic teen film She's All That in this charming and swoony new rom-com from Brian D. Kennedy, author of A Little Bit Country. Perfect for fans of What If It's Us and She Gets the Girl. Wade Westmore is used to being in the spotlight. So when he’s passed over for the lead in the spring musical, it comes as a major blow—especially when the role goes to his ex-boyfriend, Reese, who dumped him for being too self-involved. Shy sophomore Elijah Brady is used to being overlooked. Forget not knowing his name—most of his classmates don’t even know he exists. So when he joins the stage crew for the musical, he seems destined to blend into the scenery. When the two have a disastrous backstage run-in, Elijah proposes an arrangement that could solve both boys’ problems: If Wade teaches Elijah how to be popular, Wade can prove that he cares about more than just himself. Seeing a chance to win Reese back, Wade dives headfirst into helping Elijah become the new and improved “Brady.” Soon their plan puts Brady center stage—and he’s a surprising smash hit. So why is Wade suddenly less worried about winning over his ex and more worried about losing Elijah? "
Brian D. Kennedy (Author), Kevin R. Free , Michael Crouch (Narrator)
Audiobook · 9 hrs 22 mins
King & Kayla and the Case of the Downstairs Ghost
"King and Kayla are going to a sleepover at Jillian and Thor’s house. They usually sleep downstairs, but not this time. Jillian says there’s a ghost down there! What does Kayla know? 1. Jillian thinks there’s a ghost downstairs. 2. She’s only seen it at night when the lights are off. 3. She’s heard it at night and during the day. What does King know? Cat with No Name is outside. How will they solve the mystery?"
Dori Hillestad Butler (Author), Kevin R. Free (Narrator)
Good Night with The Very Hungry Caterpillar
"Say good night with The Very Hungry Caterpillar! Young listeners can snuggle up listening to The Very Hungry Caterpillar in this gentle audiobook perfect for bedtime! Ease little ones to sleep with lullaby-like prose from the World of Eric Carle."
The Very Hungry Caterpillar's First Winter
"Celebrate winter with The Very Hungry Caterpillar in this cheerfully written book-the perfect way to introduce little ones to the changing seasons and identify all that makes winter wonderful! There are so many ways To spend a chilly snow day- Indoors where it's cozy, Or outside for some play. Join The Very Hungry Caterpillar as he explores everything the winter season has to offer! Young readers will learn all about sensory experiences such as watching icicles form, feeling the cold wind, smelling freshly baked treats from the oven, and so much more! Complete with Eric Carle's delightful rhyming text, this book introduces children to a season of coziness, creativity, and fun in an imaginative way."
The Very Hungry Caterpillar's First Spring
"Celebrate spring with The Very Hungry Caterpillar in this bright and cheerful audiobook! This story is the perfect way to introduce little ones to the changing seasons and identify all that makes spring spectacular! There's so much to do On a bright spring day When warm weather melts Winter snow away. Join The Very Hungry Caterpillar as he and his friends explore all that the spring season has to offer! Young listeners will learn all about seasonal sensory experiences, like watching clouds change shapes, feeling cool rain on your skin, sniffing fresh blooming flowers, and so much more! This audiobook introduces children to a season of growth, novelty, and beauty in an imaginative way."
Keynan Masters and the Peerless Magic Crew
""Impossible to predict... Your new obsession." -Mark Oshiro, co-author of #1 New York Times bestseller The Sun and the Star This new middle grade fantasy series follows Keynan's quest to unlock his freestyling magic and unravel the secrets of Peerless Academy. Keynan Masters doesn't know the truth about Peerless Academy. He thinks it's just a fancy art school that can't teach him anything he doesn't already know (how to write fire poems) and won't solve his problems (the massive storms that threaten his home and family). But at Peerless, Keynan discovers: - Secret passageways and unexplainable portals - A corrupt magic that the school is barely able to contain - That he can churn up the magic by putting his poetry to rhythm Together with his crew of new friends, can Keynan prevent the magic from destroying the school-and the world?"
Audiobook · 7 hrs 35 mins
Some Assembly Required
"Join the boxmates of Liliput in this thrilling conclusion to Cory McCarthy's inclusive B.E.S.T World trilogy as the friends make startling discoveries both about themselves and the near-future world they live in. When the boxmates' final adventure takes them from the iconic Tower of Power campus and deepscraper Resistance base to the larger-than-life Bixonic's Co. international space station, their augs are put to the test against a global corporate superpower. Ace, Jayla, Gray, and Leo each face individual decisions that may chart the course of the rest of their lives. Will Ace decide he wants to fly or embrace his emotional genius? Can Leo learn to trust the feelings he can't predict? How will Gray reconcile his identity? Will Jayla use her tech wizardry to save them all? Supplemental enhancement PDF accompanies the audiobook."
Cory McCarthy (Author), Kevin R. Free (Narrator)
Audiobook · 4 hrs 12 mins
"From the award-winning author of the Jada Jones chapter books comes a spinoff series perfect for STEM fans! The annual Fun Run is coming up at Brookside Elementary! The students will all run laps around the carpool lane, and Miles Lewis wants to be one of the top five runners. Even though he zooms through sprints, he runs out of gas for long distance, so he creates a nutrition and exercise regimen to boost his endurance. But on the big day, he witnesses one kid struggling to keep going. Should Miles keep pressing for his personal best, or should he lend support to help a friend? In the end, Miles must decide what winning really means to him."
"Powerful, thought-provoking, and heartfelt, this young adult novel is a gripping look at what it takes (and takes and takes) for two Black students to succeed in prestigious academic institutions in America. "Beautifully immerses the reader in the stories of two young Black student activists and their shared personal struggles that transcend decades."-Ibram X. Kendi, author of Stamped from the Beginning, winner of the National Book Award Being a Black kid in an elite school is not easy, but it's a privilege. It is a path to "success." What kind of success, though? And what price do you have to pay for it? You can't think about that if you want to graduate. And you must graduate. After all, generations of your people fought to get you here. Just focus on your future. That's all you have to do. But can you? All You Have to Do is a page-turning, heartfelt story about two young men attending prestigious schools nearly thirty years apart, and the powerful ways in which their lives connect. In 1968, in the wake of Martin Luther King, Jr.'s assassination, Kevin joins his fellow students as they stage a sit-in to protest Columbia University's yearslong expansion into Morningside Heights at the expense of its residents, the majority of whom are African American. And the protesters are up against more than just their school. . . . In 1995, Gibran's request to have a group of Black students from his prep school attend the Million Man March is met with criticism, suspicion, and condescension. Gibran writes an open letter about racism at the school, but his protest only leads to more trouble. . . . To discover who they want to be, these two young men must challenge the ways society and family define them . . . and with each step, they risk losing the opportunities their parents worked hard to provide."
Autumn Allen (Author), Autumn Allen , Kevin R. Free , Nile Bullock (Narrator)
Audiobook · 11 hrs 46 mins
"Ten bestselling, critically acclaimed authors deliver a fresh novel of interconnected stories that follows a group of young adults over the course of a few wild, transformative hours at an epic house party! The biggest event of the year is happening, and you're invited! Join us for Florence Hills High School seniors' last hurrah before graduation. THE LOCATION: A megamansion in one of Chicago's wealthiest suburban enclaves THE HOST: DeAndre Dixon, aka FHHS's golden boy THE GUESTS: The populars, the jocks, the artists, and heck, even that one kid THE HOPE: All the drama ensues. Kisses are swapped between old friends, new friends, and could've-sworn-they-were-enemies kind of friends. Relationships get tested. Animals roam free. Secrets are spilled. Add dope music that's thumping, and there's a good chance the whole neighborhood will be disrupted. Featuring: Angeline Boulley • Jerry Craft • Natasha Díaz • Lamar Giles • Christina Hammonds Reed • Ryan La Sala • Yamile Saied Méndez • justin a. reynolds • Randy Ribay • Jasmine Warga House Party offers a delightful snapshot of diverse classmates getting ready to say goodbye to high school and hello to life's next chapter-but not before they make their final night together one they'll never forget! * This audiobook edition includes a downloadable PDF that contains the house floor maps from the book."
Justin A. Reynolds (Author), Angel Pean , Delanna Studi , Emana Rachelle , Erin Ruth Walker , Frankie Corzo , Gail Shalan , Genesis Oliver , Kevin R. Free , Khristine Hvam , Matthew J. Harris , Nicky Endres , Nile Bullock , Ron Nery , Tashi Thomas (Narrator)
Audiobook · 10 hrs 46 mins
"Magic rivals. A deadly secret. An inconvenient crush. What could possibly go wrong? A perfect LGBT+ romantic fantasy for fans of Rainbow Rowell, Margaret Rogerson and Adam Silvera! Edison Rooker is determined to gain access to the magical world. Problem is, he doesn’t have magic. But he does have a plan: get a job as apprentice to powerful sorceress Antonia Hex. He also has an illegal Spell Binder device, which he must keep hidden from the Magical Consortium, at all costs . . . With his new job, Edison is given a new name – Rook – which he happily accepts. He’s less happy about working alongside Sun, the grumpy but annoyingly cute apprentice to Antonia’s big rival. When the Consortium gets wind of Rook’s Spell Binder, they come for Antonia. Rook turns to the only other magical person he knows: Sun. The two must team up to save Antonia . . . or face losing their magic forever. Funny, subversive, romantic fantasy from New York Times bestselling author F. T. Lukens. Look out for So This is Ever After and In Deeper Waters. "
F.T. Lukens (Author), Kevin R. Free , Neo Cihi (Narrator)
Audiobook · 10 hrs 25 mins
King & Kayla and the Case of the Cat Hunt
"Raj can’t find his cat. The cat’s name is Blue, but he is actually a gray cat with dark stripes and yellow eyes. Blue doesn’t go outside, and all the doors were closed. Where could Blue be? What does Kayla know? 1. Raj hasn’t seen Blue since yesterday morning. 2. Blue didn’t eat his dinner last night. 3. The door to the roof deck may have been open. What does King know? Blue looks like Cat with No Name. How will they solve the mystery?"
Finding a Way Home: Mildred and Richard Loving and the Fight for Marriage Equality
"Mildred Jeter Loving and Richard Perry Loving wanted to live out their married life near family in Virginia, but the state refused to let them. The reason: Richard was white and Mildred was black. After being arrested and charged with a crime, the Lovings were forced to leave their home—until they turned to the legal system. In one of the country’s landmark legal battles, Loving v. Virginia, the Lovings secured their future when the Supreme Court struck down all state laws prohibiting mixed marriage. Larry Dane Brimner’s thorough research and detailed reconstruction of the Loving v. Virginia case memorializes the emotional journey toward marriage equality in this critical addition to his award-winning social justice titles."
Audiobook · 1 hr 25 mins
"The first picture book by bestselling novelist Emma Straub, adapted for audio, this joyous and inventive listen will inspire kids to see ordinary objects in a whole new way. Some people think hats are fancy things you can buy at a dressy store, but that's just the tip of the iceberg. In this audiobook, acorns and raspberries are snug hats for your fingers, and an empty pudding cup is a good hat for a stuffed bear. Pajama pants make dangly hats, books can be dramatic hats, and bubbles make very fine hats as well (if temporary). Listeners will be delighted to discover that anything can be a hat if you believe it is. Hats are everywhere you look!"
Emma Straub (Author), Kevin R. Free (Narrator)
"Forbidden magic, high-seas adventure and love . . . the perfect LGBTQ+ romantic fantasy from New York Times bestselling author F. T. Lukens is here! Perfect for fans of Rainbow Rowell, Daughter of the Pirate King and Adam Silvera. Prince Tal has waited a long time for his coming-of-age tour - a chance to explore his family's kingdom. When his ship's crew discovers a mysterious prisoner on a derelict vessel, Tal feels an intense connection with the roguish Athlen. So when Athlen leaps overboard and disappears, Tal is heartbroken. But it's not long before Athlen turns up on dry land, very much alive, and as charming - and secretive - as ever. When Tal is kidnapped in a plot to reveal his powers and destroy his family, Athlen might be his only hope. But can Tal trust him? Funny, subversive, romantic fantasy from New York Times bestselling author F. T. Lukens. Look out for So This is Ever After and Spell Bound. "
Audiobook · 9 hrs 13 mins
We Are Your Children Too: Black Students, White Supremacists, and the Battle for America's Schools in Prince Edward County, Virginia
"This "detailed, fascinating" (Booklist, starred review) nonfiction middle grade book explores a deeply troubling chapter in American history that is still playing out today: the strange case of Prince Edward County, Virginia, the only place in the United States to ever formally deny its citizens a public education, and the students who pushed back. In 1954, after the passing of Brown v. the Board of Education, the all-White school board of one county in south central Virginia made the decision to close its public schools rather than integrate. Those schools stayed closed for five years. While the affluent White population of Prince Edward County built a private school—for White children only—Black children and their families had to find other ways to learn. Some Black children were home schooled by unemployed Black teachers. Some traveled thousands of miles away to live with relatives, friends, or even strangers. Some didn't go to school at all. But many stood up and became young activists, fighting for one of the rights America claims belongs to all: the right to learn."
P. O’connell Pearson (Author), Kevin R. Free (Narrator)
Audiobook · 5 hrs 15 mins
"Lamb's family strives to better their lives in Jackson, Mississippi, in the late 1930s. Lamb’s mother is a hard-working, creative seamstress who cannot reveal she's a lesbian. Lamb’s brother has a brilliant mind and has even earned a college scholarship for a black college up north—if only he could curb his impulsiveness and rebellious nature. Lamb herself is a quiet and studious girl. She is also naïve. As she tentatively accepts the friendly overtures of a white girl who loans her a book she loves, she sets a off a calamitous series of events that pulls in her mother, charming hustler uncle, estranged father, and brother—and ends in a lynching. Told with nuance and subtlety, avoiding sensationalism and unnecessary brutality, this young-adult novel from celebrated author Lesa Cline-Ransome pays homage to the female victims of white supremacy."
Lesa Cline-Ransome (Author), Angel Pean , Dion Graham , Jaime Lincoln Smith , Kevin R. Free , Rebecca Lee , Tyla Collier (Narrator)
Audiobook · 8 hrs 2 mins
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