Talking Book Topics July–August 2015

Volume 81, Number 4

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Contents

Talking Book Topics July–August 2015 Contents In Brief Newsstand Books for Adults Adult Fiction Adventure Blindness and Physical Disabilities Family Fantasy Friendship General Gothics Historical Fiction Holidays Page 2 of 146

Human Relationships Humor Inspiration Legal Themes Medical Themes Mystery and Detective Occult and Horror Psychological Themes Romance Science Fiction Short Stories Spies and Espionage Suspense War Stories Westerns Adult Nonfiction Animals and Wildlife Biography Blindness and Physical Disabilities Business and Economics Cooking Crime Diet and Nutrition Education Family General Government and Politics Humor Journalism and the Media Legal Issues

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Literature Medicine and Health Music Nature and the Environment Philosophy Poetry Psychology and Self-Help Religion Science and Technology Social Sciences Sports and Recreation Stage and Screen Travel U.S. History War Womenʼs Concerns World History Books for Children Childrenʼs Fiction Adventure Animals Family Fantasy Friendship Growing Up Historical Fiction Holidays Humor Mystery Scary Stories

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School Science Fiction Tall Tales Childrenʼs Nonfiction Animals Biography Government and Law History Nature Sports Foreign Language Books Español Audio Magazines

In Brief

New NLS website: That All May Read If you haven’t done so already, please visit the new NLS website, www.loc.gov/ThatAllMayRead. In addition to information about signing up for the braille and talking-book program, the site has a video featuring nine NLS patrons who discuss their experiences with the program. If you know people who may be eligible for the free braille and talking-book program, please encourage them, their families, and their friends to visit the site and learn more. Help spread the word—so that all may read.

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Newsstand The following announcements may be of interest to readers. The National Library Service for the Blind and Physically Handicapped reserves the right to publish announcements selectively, as space permits. The items mentioned, however, are not part of the NLS program and their listings do not imply endorsement.

Netflix provides audio-described series People who subscribe to the on-demand service Netflix to watch movies and TV shows across multiple devices will now have access to a few select audio- described titles, including Marvel’s Daredevil series. Netflix intends to add more audio-described content, including the political suspense series House of Cards, the comedy-drama series Orange Is the New Black, Tina Fey’s series Unbreakable Kimmy Schmidt, and the adventure series Marco Polo. Over time, Netflix has committed to providing audio description for all of its major Netflix original series.

Pharmacy introduces alternative format labels The pharmacy CVS Health offers the ScripAbility prescription accessibility system, which offers audio, braille, and large-print prescription labels. ScripAbility labels are available for prescriptions ordered for home delivery through its online pharmacy, CVS.com. Consumers who wish to use audio labels may obtain a free ScripTalk reader from Envision America. To request a product from the ScripAbility suite, complete the online request form at https://www.envisionamerica.com/products/scripability/cvs-caremark-patient- approval-form/.

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Books for Adults Books listed in this issue of Talking Book Topics were recently sent to cooperating libraries. The complete collection contains a wide range of fiction and nonfiction books, including biographies, classics, westerns, mysteries, romances, and others. Registered users can also immediately download all titles and magazines from the NLS Braille and Audio Reading Download (BARD) service at http://nlsbard.loc.gov/. The free BARD Mobile app is available from Apple’s App store for reading audio and braille books on a personal iPhone, iPad, or iPod touch. To learn more about the collection or to sign up for BARD service contact your local cooperating library. Regional library telephone numbers are listed on the last pages of this magazine. These books are listed alphabetically within the headings Adult Fiction and Adult Nonfiction by subject category, author last name, and title. For example the title War and Peace by Leo Tolstoy would be listed in Adult Fiction under the Classics subject category and by the last name Tolstoy. Note: A notice may appear immediately following the book description to indicate occurrences of violence, strong language, or descriptions of sex. The word “some” before any of these terms indicates an occasional or infrequent occurrence, as in “some strong language.” Commercial audiobooks for which NLS does not have access to the print book may display the notice “unrated,” which means that the book may or may not contain violence, strong language, or descriptions of sex.

Adult Fiction

Adventure The Marauders DB80575 10 hours 20 minutes by Tom Cooper read by P.J. Ochlan The BP oil spill has devastated Gulf Coast shrimpers, pushing them to enact whatever risky schemes they can dream up to reverse their fortunes. Pill-addicted, one-armed treasure-hunter Gus Lindquist—obsessed with finding pirate Jean Lafitteʼs lost loot—finds himself on a dangerous collision course with other memorable characters. Unrated. Commercial audiobook. 2015.

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The Map of Lost Memories DB80156 14 hours 21 minutes by Kim Fay read by Nona Pipes In 1925, treasure-hunter Irene Blum comes into possession of a map believed to lead to a set of copper scrolls that tell the lost history of Cambodiaʼs ancient Khmer civilization. She sets out to find them. Some violence, some strong language, and some descriptions of sex. 2012.

The Young Elites DB79916 10 hours 5 minutes by Marie Lu read by various narrators Adelina Amouteru survived the blood fever, a deadly illness that killed many, but left others with strange markings and supernatural powers. Cast out by her family, Adelina joins the secret Dagger Society and discovers her own dangerous abilities. Some violence. Commercial audiobook. For senior high and older readers. 2014.

Daniel X: Armageddon DB79258 5 hours 50 minutes by James Patterson and Chris Grabenstein read by Milo Ventimiglia Daniel faces dastardly Number Two, who has slowly been amassing an underground army of aliens to help him enslave Earthʼs population in preparation for the arrival of Number One—the most powerful alien in the universe and Danielʼs arch-nemesis. Sequel to Daniel X: Game Over (DB 79257). Commercial audiobook. For senior high and older readers. 2012.

Daniel X: Demons and Druids DB79256 4 hours 29 minutes by James Patterson and Adam Sadler read by Milo Ventimiglia As Daniel X continues to hunt for intergalactic aliens, he travels to England in search of an outlaw who takes the form of fire and discovers that his friends are in grave danger. Sequel to Daniel X: Watch the Skies (DB 71047). Commercial audiobook. For senior high and older readers. 2010. Page 8 of 146

Daniel X: Game Over DB79257 4 hours 37 minutes by James Patterson and Ned Rust read by Milo Ventimiglia In Tokyo, fifteen-year-old Daniel X faces two of the most dangerous aliens on the planet, who are plotting to use video games to control children and turn them into an army of doom. Sequel to Daniel X: Demons and Druids (DB 79256). Commercial audiobook. For senior high and older readers. 2011.

Deep Fathom DB80047 17 hours 0 minutes by James Rollins read by Joe Wilson As solar flares and earthquakes wreak havoc upon the Earth, Air Force One and Americaʼs president vanish. Ex-Navy SEAL Jack Kirkland must embark on a perilous mission aboard Deep Fathom miles below the oceanʼs surface to save the world from destruction. Violence and some strong language. 2001.

Excavation DB80049 15 hours 37 minutes by James Rollins read by Don Feldheim Dr. Henry Conklin discovers a mysterious five-hundred-year-old mummy high in the Andes. While deep in the South American jungle, Conklinʼs nephew, Sam, stumbles upon a remarkable site hidden from human eyes for thousands of years. They assemble a team to investigate the dangerous unknown. Violence and some strong language. 2000.

Choke Point: Tom Clancyʼs Ghost Recon DB80522 11 hours 45 minutes by Peter Telep read by Ray Childs While the Ghost Recon team fights rebels to rescue the kidnapped American ambassador to Colombia, they discover that rebel groups and South American drug cartels are backing a new Islamic fundamentalist group that plans to control the choke points in the Indian Ocean. Some violence and some strong language. 2012.

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Blindness and Physical Disabilities Blind DB79520 10 hours 40 minutes by Rachel DeWoskin read by Annalie Gernert After a horrific accident leaves her blind, fifteen-year-old Emma, one of seven children, eagerly starts high school as a sophomore. She finds that nearly everything has changed—sometimes for the better. Commercial audiobook. For senior high and older readers. 2014.

How Evan Broke His Head and Other Secrets DB79386 13 hours 6 minutes by Garth Stein read by Ray Hagen Evan Wallace instantly becomes the single parent to Dean, a fourteen-year-old son Evanʼs never met, when the boyʼs mother dies. His new responsibilities force Ethan to confront his music career and his epilepsy. Strong language and some explicit descriptions of sex. 2004.

Family Queen Sugar DB80375 12 hours 13 minutes by Natalie Baszile read by Mare Trevathan An African American woman from Los Angeles unexpectedly inherits a sugarcane farm in Louisiana. Charley Bordelon and her eleven-year-old daughter, Micah, arrive just in time for growing season. Charley must deal with her homesick daughter, a bitter brother, and a Louisiana that is mired in the past. 2014.

The Sleepwalkerʼs Guide to Dancing DB79244 15 hours 10 minutes by Mira Jacob read by Mira Jacob Amina Eapen returns home to New Mexico from Seattle after her father Thomas, a surgeon, is diagnosed with a brain tumor. When Thomas begins conversing with ghosts, the story of what happened on a trip home to India twenty years before is revealed. Unrated. Commercial audiobook. 2014.

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Together Tea DB80127 8 hours 41 minutes by Marjan Kamali read by Erin Jones 1996. Twenty-five-year-old Iranian-American Mina is summoned to her parentsʼ home once again to meet a potential husband. But Mina does not want a husband or the degree she is pursuing. Mother Darya is also at a crossroad, and both women travel to Iran to revisit the past. Some violence. 2013.

Somewhere Safe with Somebody Good DB80106 17 hours 25 minutes by Jan Karon read by John McDonough In retirement, Father Tim searches for something to occupy his time, while wife Cynthia continues with her career as a childrenʼs book author. Turning down a chance to run his former parish, he does take over the local bookstore when the owner is in need. Sequel to Light from Heaven (DB 62077). Unrated. Commercial audiobook. Bestseller. 2014.

Child of Mine DB80020 11 hours 45 minutes by David Lewis and Beverly Lewis read by Mary Kane Since his brother and sister-in-law died four years ago, pilot Jack has been raising their adopted daughter, Nattie, with the help of Amish nanny Laura. Meanwhile, Kelly Maine has never stopped searching for her daughter, who was stolen and sold on the black market eight years ago. 2014.

Us DB80160 14 hours 9 minutes by David Nicholls read by John Jessup On the eve of a month-long family vacation to visit the capitals of Europe, Connie tells her husband Douglas that she thinks she wants a divorce. Not wanting to cancel the trip, they set out with their seventeen-year-old son, Albie. Douglas tries to rekindle his relationships with both wife and son. Strong language. 2014.

Closed Doors DB80523 7 hours 33 minutes Page 11 of 146 by Lisa OʼDonnell read by Erik Sandvold Eleven-year-old Michael Murrayʼs mother doesnʼt want to report that she was raped in the woods—fearing their Scottish village would look down upon her. Her husband reluctantly agrees, and Michael is told she fell, running from a flasher. But then another woman is attacked. Strong language and some descriptions of sex. 2014.

Reunion DB79783 7 hours 10 minutes by Hannah Pittard read by Julia Whelan Called home to Atlanta for her fatherʼs funeral, Kate Pulaski is reunited with her siblings, half and step siblings, and multiple stepmothers. Hiding the failure of her marriage and career, Kate must face the fact she is more like her father than she would like. Unrated. Commercial audiobook. 2014.

A Perfect Life DB80069 9 hours 7 minutes by Danielle Steel read by Kurt Elftmann Newscaster Blaise McCarthy and her daughter Salima, who is blind, confront respective challenges, cope with celebrity, and work through tragedy, while maintaining an idyllic facade to the outside world. Some violence, some strong language, and some descriptions of sex. 2014.

The Vacationers DB79660 6 hours 40 minutes by Emma Straub read by Kristen Sieh The Posts of Manhattan travel to Mallorca to celebrate the thirty-fifth wedding anniversary of parents Franny and Jim and the high school graduation of daughter Sylvia. Also along are son Bobby, his girlfriend, and family friends Charles and Lawrence. But secret agendas threaten to derail the trip. Unrated. Commercial audiobook. Bestseller. 2014.

Fantasy Board Stiff DB80019 11 hours 50 minutes by Piers Anthony Page 12 of 146 read by Gregory Gorton Irrelevant Kandy is the epitome of almost every manʼs desire, with her lush midnight-black hair, slender waist, and piercing dark eyes. Not pleased with her appearance, she makes a wish at a well and is turned into a board with knotholes for eyes. But many adventures await her. Sequel to Esrever Doom (DB 79872). 2013.

Ruin and Rising DB79844 12 hours 3 minutes by Leigh Bardugo read by J. Michael McCullough Following the events in Siege and Storm (DB 79589), Alina and Mal search for Morozovaʼs last amplifier. But as she begins to unravel the Darklingʼs secrets, Alina reveals a past that alters her understanding of their bond and the power she wields. Some violence. For senior high and older readers. 2014.

The Darkest Part of the Forest DB80479 8 hours 41 minutes by Holly Black read by Lauren Fortgang In the town of Fairfold, where humans and fae coexist, a boy with horns and sharp ears awakens after generations of sleep. Hazel, who has kept watch over the boy, is swept up in new love, shifts her loyalties, and feels the sting of betrayal. Unrated. Commercial audiobook. For senior high and older readers. 2015.

The Tropic of Serpents: A Memoir by Lady Trent DB80128 9 hours 42 minutes by Marie Brennan read by Erin Jones Three years after the events of A Natural History of Dragons (DB 78261), Isabella, Lady Trent, also known as Mrs. Camherst, travels to war-torn Eriga in search of the tropical swamp-wyrms. Her companions prove to be as vexing as the serpents she searches for. 2014.

The High Druidʼs Blade DB79260 10 hours 22 minutes by Terry Brooks read by Simon Vance Paxon and Chrysallin Leah, the last descendants of a once-prominent magical family, are the protectors of the Sword of Leah. When Chrysallin is kidnapped by Page 13 of 146 an evil sorcerer, Paxon must do all he can to rescue her and keep the Sword out of the sorcererʼs hands. Unrated. Commercial audiobook. 2014.

Kill Me Softly DB80239 10 hours 55 minutes by Sarah Cross read by Kim Mai Guest When sixteen-year-old Mira runs away to discover her secret past, she finds a place where Grimmʼs fairy tales come to life. But she cannot avoid her accursed fate. Unrated. Commercial audiobook. For senior high and older readers. 2012.

The Vampire Files: Volume 2 DB80104 21 hours 28 minutes by P.N. Elrod read by Gregory Gorton Collection of three novels featuring 1930s undead journalist-turned-private- investigator Jack Fleming from The Vampire Files: Volume 1 (DB 78364). In Art in the Blood, Jack solves crimes for which painter Alex Adrian might be responsible. Also includes Fire in the Blood and Blood on the Water. Violence and some strong language. 1992.

Thorn Jack: A Night and Nothing Novel DB79754 13 hours 20 minutes by Katherine Harbour read by Teresa Willis After her sisterʼs suicide, Serafina Sullivan—known as Finn to her friends— moves with her professor father to upstate New York. There, she discovers a town filled with unusual residents. When she befriends Jack Fata, Finn is drawn into an otherworldly battle. Violence. 2014.

The Witch with No Name DB80072 23 hours 24 minutes by Kim Harrison read by Margaret Strom The day of reckoning for the increasing powers of witch and day-walking demon Rachel Morgan, from Undead Pool (DB 78673), has come. Ivyʼs soul is threatened and the hostilities brewing among the various factions will come to a head. Some violence and some strong language. 2014.

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The Merchant Emperor: The Symphony of Ages, Volume 7 DB79682 16 hours 2 minutes by Elizabeth Haydon read by Erin Jones After the events of The Assassin King (DB 64179), Ashe and Rhapsody are gathering allies for the Cymrian Alliance to battle Talquist, soon to be emperor of Sorbold. Rhapsody goes into hiding with her infant son, but may soon be called to fight. Some violence and some descriptions of sex. 2014.

Waterfall DB79777 11 hours 22 minutes by Lauren Kate read by Erin Spencer Eurekaʼs tears have the power to raise the lost continent of Atlantis and she has the chance to save the world. However, she may have to give up everything— even love. Sequel to Teardrop (DB 79608). Unrated. Commercial audiobook. For senior high readers. 2014.

Salt and Storm DB79714 10 hours 21 minutes by Kendall Kulper read by Lauren Fortgang Sixteen-year-old Avery Roe wants to take her rightful place as the sea witch of Prince Island. When she foresees her own murder, a harpoon boy named Tane promises to help her change her fate, but requires an unexpected sacrifice. Unrated. Commercial audiobook. For senior high and older readers. 2014.

The Daggerʼs Path DB80470 17 hours 52 minutes by Glenda Larke read by Will Damron Saker, Sorrel, Ardhi, and Piper, from The Lascarʼs Dagger (DB 80411), travel to Ardhiʼs homeland to return a stolen artifact and restore Ardhi to his rightful place. But the companion artifacts have also been stolen, and Ardhiʼs people no longer trust him. And enemies have followed them. Unrated. Commercial audiobook. 2015.

The Lascarʼs Dagger DB80411 19 hours 50 minutes by Glenda Larke Page 15 of 146 read by Will Damron Acting as an envoy to the royal court and spiritual advisor to the future king, Saker Rampion also spies for his order. He overhears a plot threatening both his nation and faith. Fighting for his life after being sentenced to death, his only hope lies with royal handmaiden Sorrel Redwing. Unrated. Commercial audiobook. 2014.

Taliesin: The Pendragon Cycle, Book 1 DB80126 22 hours 6 minutes by Stephen R. Lawhead read by Jennifer Hubbard Charis is raised as a princess of Atlantis, and Taliesin is destined to be a Druid bard. When Atlantis begins to fall, Charis leaves for Ynys Prydein, where she meets Taliesin. Family and politics challenge them, and they must decide if they are to join together. Some violence. 1987.

Magic for Beginners DB79276 10 hours 45 minutes by Kelly Link read by various narrators Anthology of fantastical stories exploring the limits of the genre. Stories touch on the topics of marriage, superheroes, zombies, and apocalyptic poker parties. Unrated. Commercial audiobook. 2005.

Red Seas under Red Skies DB79641 27 hours 10 minutes by Scott Lynch read by Jon Huffman Conman Locke Lamora and his sidekick Jean have fled to Tal Verrar to lick their wounds after the underworld battle in The Lies of Locke Lamora (DB 78165). It is not long until they are back to their old tricks and fleecing the rich of their money. Violence and strong language. 2007.

The World of Ice and Fire: The Untold History of Westeros and the Game of Thrones DB80183 21 hours 25 minutes by George R.R. Martin and others read by various narrators

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Comprehensive history of the Seven Kingdoms. Provides vividly constructed accounts of the epic battles, bitter rivalries, and daring rebellions that lead to the events in the Game of Thrones series. Unrated. Commercial audiobook. 2014.

CodeSpell DB79426 10 hours 48 minutes by Kelly McCullough read by Vikas Adam After his adventures in Cybermancy (DB 79425), computer hacker and demigod Ravirn is enjoying life as a minor chaos power. When the sentient computer that runs the universe catches a virus, Ravirn must correct it—and fight off those who want to rule the world. Unrated. Commercial audiobook. 2008.

Cybermancy DB79425 10 hours 42 minutes by Kelly McCullough read by Vikas Adam Ravirn from WebMage (DB 79391) is helping his girlfriend Cerise finalize her computer-science dissertation when Ceriseʼs webgoblin—and repository of her research—goes missing in hell. Ravirn must travel to the underworld and confront Hades if he is to succeed. Unrated. Commercial audiobook. 2007.

MythOS DB79451 10 hours 40 minutes by Kelly McCullough read by Vikas Adam While attempting to fix Necessity—the computer that runs the world—demigod hacker Ravirn is transported to another realm which is run by the Norse pantheon instead of the Greek. Ravirn must find his way home as he tries to navigate an unfamiliar magic operating system. Unrated. Commercial audiobook. 2009.

SpellCrash DB79452 9 hours 30 minutes by Kelly McCullough read by Vikas Adam After his adventures in MythOS (DB 79451), demigod hacker Ravirn must tackle an even bigger challenge: rebooting the system that controls the multiverse. Ravirn faces complete chaos if he fails and also risks losing his life. Unrated. Commercial audiobook. 2010.

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WebMage DB79391 11 hours 5 minutes by Kelly McCullough read by Vikas Adam Computer hacker Ravirn, descended from the Greek gods—the Fates in particular—discovers that his great-aunt Atropos is attempting to eliminate free will from humans via computer code. As he fights his aunt, Ravirn unleashes hell on Earth. Unrated. Commercial audiobook. 2006.

The Winter Long DB80307 12 hours 1 minute by Seanan McGuire read by Mary Robinette Kowal October “Toby” Daye is still trying to adjust to knowledge revealed in Chimes at Midnight (DB 79927). Simon, the man who turned her into a fish for fourteen years, returns and throws her emerging sense of stability—thanks to friends and loved ones—into chaos. Unrated. Commercial audiobook. 2014.

The Falcon Throne DB79883 35 hours 0 minutes by Karen Miller read by Gildart Jackson Duke Harold of Clemen is deposed by Roric, but Roric is ill-equipped to rule. In neighboring Harcia, troubled royal heir Belfre plots to rule, and eventually conquer Clemen. Unfortunately for both Roric and Belfre, Haroldʼs son, long presumed dead, threatens all of their plans. Unrated. Commercial audiobook. 2014.

The Strange Library DB80291 1 hour 3 minutes by Haruki Murakami read by Kirby Heyborne A young man goes to the library on what he assumes will be a routine visit. Sent to a hidden corner of the basement, he encounters an old man who imprisons him and forces him to read books on esoteric subjects. Unrated. Commercial audiobook. 2014.

Tales from High Hallack: The Collected Short Stories of Andre Norton, Volume 2 DB79929 10 hours 22 minutes Page 18 of 146 by Andre Norton read by Jennifer Hubbard Seventeen additional stories from the author of Tales from High Hallack, Volume 1 (DB 78180). In “Swamp Dweller,” a young woman acquires a creature for the traveling show she is a part of and discovers things are not as they seem. 2014.

City of Eternal Night DB80312 12 hours 23 minutes by Kristen Painter read by Elijah Alexander New Orleans. Augustine and Harlow, from House of the Rising Sun (DB 79059), are still adjusting to their new roles. When a young girl is stolen from the largest Fae Mardi Gras ball, they must work together to find her alive and bring her home. Unrated. Commercial audiobook. 2014.

The Lost: Witch and Wizard DB80333 8 hours 30 minutes by James Patterson and Emily Raymond read by various narrators Magical teen siblings Whit and Wisty Allgood struggle against mounting public opposition to magic and a brutal crime wave led by a powerful wizard intent on ruling the City. Sequel to The Kiss (DB 76511). Commercial audiobook. For senior high and older readers. 2014.

The Folklore of Discworld: Legends, Myths, and Customs from the Discworld with Helpful Hints from Planet Earth DB79273 13 hours 0 minutes by Terry Pratchett and Jacqueline Simpson read by Michael Fenton-Stevens Author of the Discworld novels and folklorist Simpson examine the folklore, legends, and myths of Discworld. Includes discussions on the humble hare, the differences between orcs and goblins, and the reason for always finding witches in triads. Unrated. Commercial audiobook. 2008.

The Science of Discworld DB79274 13 hours 50 minutes by Terry Pratchett and others Page 19 of 146 read by various narrators Pratchett, author of the Discworld novels, mathematics professor Ian Stewart, and biology professor Jack Cohen examine the science behind the Discworld. Uses example of the Roundworld—a.k.a. Earth—to illustrate discussions. Unrated. Commercial audiobook. 2014.

The Slow Regard of Silent Things DB80173 3 hours 40 minutes by Patrick Rothfuss read by Patrick Rothfuss Auri lives in a space she calls the Underthing, below the university that Kvothe, from The Wise Manʼs Fear (DB 72900), attends. Auri can detect objectsʼ feelings and desires, and she spends her days putting those objects where they belong. Unrated. Commercial audiobook. 2014.

The Ripper Affair DB79392 10 hours 45 minutes by Lilith Saintcrow read by Moira Quirk Mentath Archibald Clare and Prime sorceress Emma Bannon are called into service by the queen once again. This time women are being murdered in the seedier parts of Londinium. Bannon and Clare must find the killer before the Empire is threatened. Sequel to The Red Plague Affair (DB 77064). Unrated. Commercial audiobook. 2014.

Rise of the King DB80169 12 hours 42 minutes by R.A. Salvatore read by Mark Delgado After the adventures of Night of the Hunter (DB 78735), Drizzt doʼUrden and his Companions of the Hall find themselves united, but still divided. Tosʼun Armgo and Tiago Baenre work from the shadows to bring down the Companions as other forces threaten. Some violence. Bestseller. 2014.

Faerie Winter DB80164 5 hours 59 minutes by Janni Lee Simner read by Mary Kane Unable to get answers from her mother, Liza learns from Karin that, while her own actions may have doomed the fairy and human worlds, she may be able to Page 20 of 146 save them with more training—if the Faerie Queen can first be stopped. Sequel to Bones of Faerie (DB 69333). Some violence. For senior high readers. 2011.

Age of Iron DB80457 15 hours 18 minutes by Angus Watson read by Sean Barrett Dug Sealskinner travels to join up with the army of King Zadar, who is conquering Britain one village at a time. On his way, Dug meets Lowa, an archer betrayed by Zadar, and Spring, a child who scavenges battlefields . Their mission turns to one of revenge against Zadar. Unrated. Commercial audiobook. 2014.

Friendship Guitar Notes DB80216 5 hours 4 minutes by Mary Amato read by Mare Trevathan Tripp, a guitar player, and Lyla, a world-famous cellist, share a practice room at their high school on alternating days. Lyla begins leaving Tripp notes between the strings of his guitar, and an unlikely friendship begins to form as they share songs and secrets. 2012.

General Close Your Eyes, Hold Hands DB78965 8 hours 17 minutes by Chris Bohjalian read by Grace Blewer Half a year after a cataclysmic nuclear disaster, Emily lives in an igloo of ice and trash bags and is convinced that everyone will hate her since her drunken father caused the meltdown. She assumes a fictional identity while protecting a homeless boy. Unrated. Commercial audiobook. 2014.

Falling out of Time DB80017 2 hours 30 minutes by David Grossman read by Gregory Maupin Walking Man announces to his wife that he is setting out in search of their son, who has died. As Walking Man travels, other townspeople join him in search of their own loved ones. They all question whether death is truly the end of a person. Translated from Hebrew. 2014. Page 21 of 146

Local Souls: Novellas DB80531 13 hours 58 minutes by Allan Gurganus read by Martha Harmon Pardee Three novellas set in fictional Falls, North Carolina, from the author of Oldest Living Confederate Widow Tells All (DB 30984). The friendship between two married men shifts toward desire; a good-hearted girl disappears on a trip to Africa; and a woman seeks the child she gave up for adoption. Some strong language. 2013.

Doom Fox DB80092 10 hours 14 minutes by Iceberg Slim read by Joe Wilson Life in a Los Angeles ghetto during the years immediately after World War II. Boxer Joe Allen yearns for Reba, a playmate from his youth; but he must deal with the harsh realities of life, including drugs and murder. Introduction by Ice-T. Violence, strong language, and explicit descriptions of sex. 1998.

Trick Baby: The Story of a White Negro and Long White Con: The Biggest Score of His Life DB80284 15 hours 21 minutes by Iceberg Slim read by Bob Moore Two street-lit novels featuring African American Johnny OʼBrien, better known as “White Folks” because of his light complexion. Taken under the wing of old man “Blue,” Johnny perfects the con game. Violence, strong language, and some explicit descriptions of sex. 2011.

Debbie Doesnʼt Do It Anymore DB78966 7 hours 57 minutes by Walter Mosley read by Bahni Turpin Debbie Dare has to come to terms with her sordid life in the adult-entertainment industry when she discovers her husband, a film producer, dead in a hot tub electrocution with a starlet he was “auditioning.” Unrated. Commercial audiobook. 2014.

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Fortune and Fame DB80192 9 hours 9 minutes by Victoria Christopher Murray and ReShonda Tate Billingsley read by Theresa Conkin Jasmine and Rachel, from Friends and Foes (DB 77404), find themselves the stars of the reality television show First Ladies. Jasmine is unsure of making her private life so public, but Rachel cannot wait. When they arrive on the show, they realize they will once again need to band together. 2014.

Where Thereʼs Smoke and Larger Than Life DB80295 4 hours 0 minutes by Jodi Picoult read by various narrators In the short story “Where Thereʼs Smoke,” Picoult introduces psychic Serenity Jones, from her novel Leaving Time (DB 79657). The novella Larger Than Life is set in the wilds of Africa, and introduces elephant researcher Alice, another character from the same novel. Unrated. Commercial audiobook. 2014.

The Spinning Heart DB79200 4 hours 19 minutes by Donal Ryan read by Bill Delaney Ireland. Residents of a small village in Tipperary are dealing with the fallout of the economy. Each tells a personal story in a unique voice, and as they do, another story begins to emerge. Strong language and some violence. 2012.

Astonish Me DB79722 10 hours 13 minutes by Maggie Shipstead read by Rebecca Lowman Although young American dancer Joan helps Soviet ballet star Arslan Rusakov defect in 1975, she knows she will never possess Arslan or be a prima ballerina. She quits, marries a good man, and has a child. But her son is a prodigy—pulling Joan back into ballet. Unrated. Commercial audiobook. 2014.

The Jaguarʼs Children DB80574 9 hours 25 minutes by John Vaillant read by various narrators Page 23 of 146

Hector Lazaro and fourteen other illegal immigrants traveling from Oaxaca are trapped in a truck in the desert, outside of Tucson. He uses his friend Cesarʼs cellphone to find help. As their water dwindles, so do their hopes. Unrated. Commercial audiobook. 2015.

The Great Glass Sea DB80014 20 hours 11 minutes by Josh Weil read by Alec Volz Russia, the near future. A folkloric tale of twin brothers, Yarik and Dima, both part of the workforce of the worldʼs largest greenhouse, the Oranzheria. After an encounter with the Oranzheriaʼs owner, Yarik begins the climb up the promotion ladder, while Dima dreams of another future. Strong language. 2014.

Season to Taste DB79423 5 hours 34 minutes by Natalie Young read by Gemma Whelan Lizzie Prain has murdered her husband Jacob. Using her cooking skills to prepare him for disposal, she reflects on her life with him and ruminates over plans for the future now that he is gone. An unexpected friendship soon threatens to derail her attempts at escape. Unrated. Commercial audiobook. 2014.

Gothics The Quick DB79077 18 hours 50 minutes by Lauren Owen read by Simon Slater 1893. While visiting London, young poet James Norbury disappears off the street. His sister Charlotte leaves her home in Yorkshire to search for answers. Her quest leads her to mysterious happenings in 1868 and a secret society called the Aegolius Club. Unrated. Commercial audiobook. 2014.

Historical Fiction Take Me Home DB79246 9 hours 39 minutes by Dorothy Garlock read by Dani Cervone Wisconsin, 1945. A month before Oliviaʼs best friend Billy is to ship off for training, he proposes marriage. Not wanting to break his heart, Olivia accepts. But Page 24 of 146 all she can think of is the mysterious Peter who saved her life—and who has his own dark secrets. Unrated. Commercial audiobook. 2014.

The Lighthouse Road DB79324 8 hours 51 minutes by Peter Geye read by Conrad Feininger Minnesota, 1896. Recent Norwegian immigrant Thea Eide gives birth to her son, Odd Einar. Twenty-four years later Odd reflects on his life with his adoptive family and his love of the wrong woman. Flashbacks between Theaʼs and Oddʼs lives show the past can haunt. Some descriptions of sex. 2012.

The Ice Cream Queen of Orchard Street DB79060 16 hours 22 minutes by Susan Jane Gilman read by Susan Jane Gilman 1913. Malka Bialystoker helps her father trick her mother into emigrating to America to flee the Russian pogroms. There, Malkaʼs father abandons them, her mother goes insane, and Malka is critically injured. Taken in by the Dinello family, she grows first to love and then to hate them. Unrated. Commercial audiobook. 2014.

I Pity the Poor Immigrant DB80310 7 hours 11 minutes by Zachary Lazar read by Cassandra Campbell Fictional journalist probes the life of mobster Meyer Lansky, who walked away from his 1972 trial a free man, but was denied citizenship when he sought refuge in Israel. As Hannah Groffʼs investigation deepens, she discovers Lanskyʼs former mistress Gila Konig, a Holocaust survivor. Unrated. Commercial audiobook. 2014.

The Two Hotel Francforts DB80122 8 hours 11 minutes by David Leavitt read by Alec Volz 1940. Refugees from Paris, Pete and Julia Winters arrive in Lisbon to take the SS Manhattan home to America. While waiting for the ship to arrive, they explore the town and meet Edward and Iris Freleng. Pete and Edward begin an affair. Explicit descriptions of sex. 2013. Page 25 of 146

The Figures of Beauty DB80300 10 hours 6 minutes by David Macfarlane read by Gabriella Cavallero Teresa relates the story of her father, Oliver Hughson, and his love affair with her mother, Anna, in turbulent 1968 Italy. Intertwined are stories of Teresaʼs life as an adult and an accident in a marble quarry that affects future generations. Some strong language. 2014.

In the Night of Time DB80051 29 hours 56 minutes by Antonio Muñoz Molina read by J.P. Linton 1936. Ignacio Abel arrives at Penn Station in New York, leaving his wife and family behind in war-torn Madrid as he searches for his American lover. He reflects on the events that have brought him to this moment. Translated from the Spanish. Some violence. 2013.

Lila DB79899 11 hours 3 minutes by Marilynne Robinson read by Laura Giannarelli Lila, from Gilead (DB 59561), finds herself on the porch of a quiet church in Gilead, Iowa. A drifter from a young age, she is disconcerted when she is taken in by, and eventually marries, the preacher, John Ames. She considers what she will tell the son she has. Bestseller. 2014.

China Dolls DB78964 15 hours 14 minutes by Lisa See read by Jodi Long In 1938, three girls competing for showgirl roles at San Franciscoʼs “Oriental” nightclub become friends. American-born Chinese Grace has fled an abusive father; Helenʼs Chinese family has deep Chinatown roots; and Japanese Ruby is passing as Chinese. Then everything changes with the attack on Pearl Harbor. Unrated. Commercial audiobook. 2014.

The Smoke at Dawn: A Novel of the Civil War DB79076 19 hours 45 minutes Page 26 of 146 by Jeff Shaara read by Paul Michael 1863. The Army of the Cumberland mobilizes for a confrontation in Chattanooga. After defeat and retreat from Chickamauga Creek, General William Rosencrans is relieved of duty and replaced by General George Thomas by the recently promoted General Ulysses Grant. Sequel to A Chain of Thunder (DB 76869). Unrated. Commercial audiobook. 2014.

Some Luck DB79659 14 hours 50 minutes by Jane Smiley read by Lorelei King Iowa, 1920. Walter and Rosanna Langdon farm their land with an eye to the future of their children, Frankie, Joey, Lillian, Henry, and Claire. As the Depression, World War II, and the Cold War rip through their lives, oldest Frankie navigates family expectations and his own. Unrated. Commercial audiobook. 2014.

An Irish Doctor in Peace and at War: An Irish Country Novel #9 DB80167 13 hours 6 minutes by Patrick Taylor read by David Cutler Doctor Fingal OʼReilly from Fingal OʼReilly, Irish Doctor (DB 77938) and his young colleagues are faced with an outbreak of German measles in Ballybucklebo, Northern Ireland, as well as housekeeper Kinkyʼs wedding. As they try to cope, Fingal reflects on his time during World War II aboard the HMS Warspite. 2014.

Lisetteʼs List DB79716 13 hours 10 minutes by Susan Vreeland read by Kim Bubbs Lisette, twenty, and her husband André leave Paris in 1937 to care for his grandfather, Pascal, in Provence. Lisette resents leaving the city, but she is enchanted by Pascalʼs art collection. When war breaks out, André is called to fight and hides Pascalʼs collection to keep it from the Nazis. Lisette vows to recover the precious paintings. Unrated. Commercial audiobook. 2014.

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A Mad, Wicked Folly DB78969 11 hours 15 minutes by Sharon Biggs Waller read by Katherine McEwan London, 1909. As the world of debutante balls and high society obligations closes in around her, seventeen-year-old Victoria must figure out just how much she is willing to sacrifice to pursue her dream of becoming an artist. Commercial audiobook. For senior high and older readers. 2014.

Holidays The Mistletoe Promise DB80430 4 hours 37 minutes by Richard Paul Evans read by Kristin Allison Three years after Elise divorced her husband for cheating, another holiday season rolls around, sending her into a funk. Then Nicholas Derr approaches her in the food court where they both eat and offers a contract in which they pretend to be in a relationship. Neither expects the consequences. Bestseller. 2014.

Winter Street DB79830 6 hours 54 minutes by Elin Hilderbrand read by Erin Bennett When Kelley Quinn, owner of the Winter Street Inn, discovers his second wife, Mitzi, kissing the hired Santa, his world implodes and he lists the inn for sale. The grown children from his first marriage come to help, but they have their own issues. Unrated. Commercial audiobook. 2014.

Human Relationships The Law of Loving Others DB80473 6 hours 11 minutes by Kate Axelrod read by Hallie Cooper-Novack After Emma returns home from boarding school, she realizes her mother is suffering from a schizophrenic break down. Suddenly Emmaʼs entire childhood and identity are called into question. A new friend at the hospital, brooding Phil, helps her. Unrated. Commercial audiobook. For senior high and older readers. 2015.

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The Betrayers DB80340 6 hours 38 minutes by David Bezmozgis read by Christopher Lane Israeli politician and former Soviet dissident Baruch Kotler has repudiated the prime minister. To get away from public scrutiny, he heads to Yalta with his young mistress, Leora. There he discovers the owner of the vacation cottage was the man who had him sent to the gulag. Unrated. Commercial audiobook. 2014.

The Eternal Wonder DB79662 9 hours 29 minutes by Pearl S. Buck read by Brian Hemmingsen While trying to sort out his future, precocious Randolph “Rann” Colfax visits his grandfather in New York City. His grandfatherʼs tales of life in the Far East lead Rann to travels and people he could never have imagined. Some descriptions of sex. 2013.

Love Saves the Day DB80123 12 hours 37 minutes by Gwen Cooper read by Carol Dines Losing her home when her owner passes away, the brown tabby cat, Prudence, is taken in by her former ownerʼs grieving daughter. But Laura, to avoid the pain of past losses and memories of her dynamic relationship with her mother, maintains a meticulously organized life, without much room for a cat. 2013.

The End of Always DB80498 9 hours 51 minutes by Randi Davenport read by Noelle Kayser Wisconsin. Seventeen-year-old Marie Reehs supposedly loses her mother to an “accident.” But Marie knows her fatherʼs ways and privately questions what happened. When she falls in love with August Bethke, who helped bring her mother home, their affair scandalizes the town—and Marie soon discovers Augustʼs true nature. Unrated. Commercial audiobook. 2014.

I Was Here DB80474 7 hours 53 minutes by Gayle Forman Page 29 of 146 read by Jorjeana Marie In an attempt to understand why her best friend committed suicide, eighteen-year- old Cody Reynolds retraces her dead friendʼs footsteps and makes some startling discoveries. Unrated. Commercial audiobook. For senior high and older readers. 2015.

The One and Only DB79525 15 hours 0 minutes by Emily Giffin read by Sofia Willingham Shea Rigsby is struggling to end her relationship with her boyfriend when the mother of her best friend passes away. This leaves the door open for Shea to begin a relationship with her best friendʼs dad, Clive Carr, on whom she has had a longtime crush. Unrated. Commercial audiobook. Bestseller. 2014.

Girls like Us DB80270 3 hours 45 minutes by Gail Giles read by Jennifer Hubbard Graduates of their schoolʼs special-education program, Quincy and Biddy are placed together in their first independent apartment and begin new jobs. Their adult status comes with challenges, but they find common ground and discover a strong friendship. Some violence and some strong language. For senior high and older readers. 2014.

A Girl Is a Half-Formed Thing DB80153 8 hours 19 minutes by Eimear McBride read by Mare Trevathan Written in a demanding, fragmentary style, the novel recreates the state of mind of a young Irish woman whose relationships with her family and her world are fractured. She struggles to cope with her brotherʼs disability, her motherʼs instability, and an abusive uncle. Strong language, some violence, and some explicit descriptions of sex. 2014.

Perfectly Good White Boy DB80157 9 hours 16 minutes by Carrie Mesrobian read by Erik Sandvold

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After losing his virginity to an older girl who dumps him at the end of the summer, Sean decides to join the Marines. But first he must survive his senior year of high school. Strong language and descriptions of sex. For senior high and older readers. 2014.

Wingshooters DB80207 7 hours 56 minutes by Nina Revoyr read by Emily Pike Stewart Young Michelle LeBeau is left in the care of her grandparents in 1970s rural Wisconsin, while her father searches for her mother. Michelle is half-Japanese in an insular community that is otherwise white. When a black family moves to town, racial tensions reach a breaking point. Violence and strong language. 2011.

When I Was the Greatest DB80631 6 hours 5 minutes by Jason Reynolds read by J.B. Adkins Ali and his sister Jazz live in a tough Brooklyn neighborhood and try to stay out of trouble. But when they and their neighbors go to the wrong party, one gets hurt and another leaves with a target on his back. Unrated. Commercial audiobook. For senior high and older readers. 2014.

The Secret Wisdom of the Earth DB80408 13 hours 35 minutes by Chris Scotton read by Robert Petkoff Kentucky, 1985. After the accidental death of his three-year-old brother, fourteen- year-old Kevin and his mother retreat to her Appalachian hometown of Medgar, where Kevin befriends local boy Buzzy. When Buzzy witnesses the beating of an anti-mining activist, Buzzy and Kevin come under threat while camping with Kevinʼs grandfather. Unrated. Commercial audiobook. 2015.

The Girls from Corona del Mar DB79242 9 hours 35 minutes by Rufi Thorpe read by Rebecca Lowman Best friends Mia and Lorrie Ann are growing up in the lower-middle-class suburb of Corona del Mar, California. Mia thinks Lorrie Annʼs life is golden, especially

Page 31 of 146 compared to Miaʼs life with an alcoholic mother. Then tragedy strikes Lorrie Ann and the trajectories of their lives diverge. Unrated. Commercial audiobook. 2014.

Wildflower DB80311 7 hours 42 minutes by Alecia Whitaker read by Alecia Whitaker Sixteen-year-old Bird Barrett is discovered by a country-music record label while playing in her familyʼs bluegrass band. As her star rises, she must learn to stay true to her roots, while navigating a brave new world of glamour and gold records in Nashville, Tennessee. Unrated. Commercial audiobook. For senior high and older readers. 2014.

Belzhar DB79723 8 hours 8 minutes by Meg Wolitzer read by Jorjeana Marie Suffering from the loss of her boyfriend Reeve, fifteen-year-old Jam Gallahue is sent to a therapeutic, mysterious boarding school in Vermont. But a journal- writing assignment transports her to the magical realm of Belzhar, where she and Reeve can be together. Unrated. Commercial audiobook. For senior high and older readers. 2014.

Humor The Way of All Fish DB80010 10 hours 1 minute by Martha Grimes read by Bruce Huntey In this sequel to Foul Matter (DB 57107), hit men Candy and Karl return to help writer Cindy Sella, who is struggling with both writerʼs block and a lawsuit by her unscrupulous former agent, L. Bass Hess. Some strong language. 2014.

Inspiration Jonathan Livingston Seagull: The New Complete Edition DB79105 1 hour 29 minutes by Richard Bach read by Dave Corey Inspirational fantasy about a gull who refuses to conform. This edition contains the previously unpublished part four and Last Words by the author. 1970.

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Legal Themes The Competition DB79718 13 hours 19 minutes by Marcia Clark read by January LaVoy After a Columbine-style shooting at a high school in the San Fernando Valley, two of the dead students are identified as the killers, who are believed to have committed a mutual suicide. But prosecutor Rachel Knight and detective Bailey Keller soon realize that the facts donʼt add up. Unrated. Commercial audiobook. 2014.

Gray Mountain DB79768 14 hours 48 minutes by John Grisham read by Catherine Tabor Furloughed Wall Street attorney Samantha Kofer is offered an unpaid year-long stint at an Appalachian legal aid clinic with the slim chance of returning to her old job when done. Entering the murky world of coal mining, Samantha is soon engulfed in litigation that turns deadly. Unrated. Commercial audiobook. 2014.

Betrayed: A Rosato & Associates Novel DB80210 9 hours 4 minutes by Lisa Scottoline read by Kristin Allison Attorney Judy Carrier is reeling over her aunt Barbʼs news of breast cancer, when they learn that Barbʼs housekeeper and best friend, Iris, was found dead in her car from a supposed heart attack after leaving Barbʼs house. Suspecting foul play, Judy investigates. Some violence and some strong language. 2014.

Medical Themes The Fever DB79711 9 hours 15 minutes by Megan Abbott read by various narrators Tom Nash is a popular teacher and father of two teens—hockey star Eli and diligent student Deenie. Their stability is disrupted when Deenieʼs best friend has a terrifying, unexplained seizure in class. As rumors of a hazardous outbreak spread, a series of tightly held secrets emerges. Unrated. Commercial audiobook. 2014.

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Mystery and Detective Death of a Liar DB80569 5 hours 20 minutes by M.C. Beaton read by Graeme Malcolm Because a woman from the small village of Cromish in the Scottish Highlands has lied before, Sergeant Hamish Macbeth doesnʼt believe her report of an intruder. But when her body is found in her home, Hamish must sort through all of her lies to solve the crime. Unrated. Commercial audiobook. 2015.

Witchcraft Mysteries, Books 1–3 DB79913 25 hours 27 minutes by Juliet Blackwell read by Mare Trevathan Books one through three, written between 2009 and 2011, featuring a San Francisco witch who solves mysteries and runs a vintage clothing boutique with her miniature potbellied pig, Oscar. Includes Secondhand Spirits, A Cast-Off Coven, and Hexes and Hemlines. Some strong language. 2011.

Witchcraft Mysteries, Books 4–6 DB79930 26 hours 23 minutes by Juliet Blackwell read by Abigail Maupin Books four through six, written between 2012 and 2014, featuring vintage clothing-shop owner and practicing witch Lily and her familiar, Oscar the pig, as mystery solvers. Includes In a Witchʼs Wardrobe, Tarnished and Torn, and A Vision in Velvet. Some strong language. 2014.

As Chimney Sweepers Come to Dust DB80252 10 hours 55 minutes by Alan Bradley read by Jayne Entwistle Twelve-year-old Flavia de Luce laments her predicament when her father and Aunt Felicity ship her off to Miss Bodycoteʼs Female Academy across the sea in Canada. But the budding chemist and sleuth is cheered when a charred and mummified body tumbles out of a bedroom chimney. Unrated. Commercial audiobook. 2015.

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Robert B. Parkerʼs Blind Spot: A Jesse Stone Novel DB79424 9 hours 2 minutes by Reed Farrel Coleman read by James Naughton Police Chief Jesse Stoneʼs reunion with his old Triple-A baseball team in New York City is cut short when, in Paradise, a young woman is found murdered and her boyfriend, a son of one of the townʼs most prominent families, is missing and presumed kidnapped. Unrated. Commercial audiobook. 2014.

Necessary as Blood DB80302 12 hours 6 minutes by Deborah Crombie read by Gabriella Cavallero When Pakistani lawyer Naz Malik is found dead on a Saturday in the summer, Gemma James—drawn into the case by mutual friends who take in Nazʼs small daughter—is alarmed to learn Nazʼs wife, artist Sandra Gilles, had vanished without a trace that May. Some violence and some strong language. 2009.

You Know Who Killed Me: An Amos Walker Novel DB80533 5 hours 37 minutes by Loren D. Estleman read by David Hartley-Margolin Straight out of rehab, Detroit PI Amos Walker is asked by the sheriff to run down numerous tips about the murder of an Iroquois Heights city worker shot in his basement rec room. The victimʼs widow has plastered the area with billboards saying “you know who killed me.” Strong language and some violence. 2014.

Angora Alibi: A Seaside Knitters Mystery DB80561 10 hours 4 minutes by Sally Goldenbaum read by Julie McKay The Seaside Knitters of Sea Harbor, Massachusetts, find they must take time away from their needles and yarn to confront a murder and untangle a mystery before a certain baby is brought into the world. Unrated. Commercial audiobook. 2013.

Death by Cashmere: A Seaside Knitters Mystery DB80491 9 hours 57 minutes by Sally Goldenbaum read by Julie McKay Page 35 of 146

Not long after Isabel “Izzy” Chambers opens up a knitting shop in the sleepy fishing town of Sea Harbor, Massachusetts, a diverse group of women begins congregating each week to form the Seaside Knitters. When Izzyʼs renter drowns mysteriously, the women decide to investigate. Unrated. Commercial audiobook. 2008.

A Fatal Fleece: A Seaside Knitters Mystery DB80560 11 hours 7 minutes by Sally Goldenbaum read by Julie McKay This summer in Sea Harbor, Massachusetts, one of the Seaside Knitters gets tangled up with a precocious granddaughter, and another stands accused of sending a local resident on a permanent vacation. The other knitters rally around their friends. Unrated. Commercial audiobook. 2012.

Moon Spinners: A Seaside Knitters Mystery DB80493 10 hours 21 minutes by Sally Goldenbaum read by Julie McKay The Seaside Knitters—wearing their finest knitting creations—are attending a special yacht-club dinner held to honor Gracieʼs aunt. Under the full moon, a local scuba-dive club witnesses a blood-red Ferrari flying off a cliff. Gracieʼs aunt was behind the wheel—and was murdered. Unrated. Commercial audiobook. 2010.

Murder in Merino: A Seaside Knitters Mystery DB80562 10 hours 40 minutes by Sally Goldenbaum read by Julie McKay Itʼs autumn in Sea Harbor, and as the tourists leave, a mysterious guest arrives. When sheʼs implicated in a crime, the Seaside Knitters must quickly table their knitting project and search out a motive for murder. Unrated. Commercial audiobook. 2014.

The Wedding Shawl: A Seaside Knitters Mystery DB80559 10 hours 31 minutes by Sally Goldenbaum read by Julie McKay The Seaside Knitters have pitched in to help with a friendʼs wedding, including knitting a beautiful lace shawl. But the plans get complicated when the wedding Page 36 of 146 partyʼs hair stylist, Tiffany, is found dead. Rumors start to circulate about Tiffanyʼs past and her connection to an unsolved murder years ago. Unrated. Commercial audiobook. 2011.

Murder and Mendelssohn: A Phryne Fisher Mystery DB80013 13 hours 48 minutes by Kerry Greenwood read by J. Michael McCullough Assisting Detective Inspector Jack Robinson in the investigation of an unpopular orchestra conductorʼs murder, Miss Fisher becomes suspicious of a charismatic code-breaker who has captured her friend John Wilsonʼs affections. Some violence and some explicit descriptions of sex. 2014.

The Monogram Murders: The New Hercule Poirot Mystery DB79909 10 hours 36 minutes by Sophie Hannah read by David Hartley-Margolin Retired Belgian detective Hercule Poirot is at a London coffee house when a terrified young woman confides to him that she is about to be killed—and that she deserves it. Then Poirot learns that three guests at a fashionable London hotel have just been murdered in separate rooms. 2014.

The Big Thaw DB80046 12 hours 4 minutes by Donald Harstad read by John Jessup Deputy Sheriff Carl Houseman catches Fred Grothler during a late-night chase on the snowy rural Iowa roads. Fred confesses to being the driver in a series of recent burglaries, but his main concern is that his accomplices—two cousins—never came out of the last house. Violence and strong language. 2000.

Laughed ʼtil He Died DB80530 8 hours 19 minutes by Carolyn Hart read by Mare Trevathan When three deaths are linked to the youth recreation center in Browardʼs Rock, the centerʼs director asks PI Max Darling to clear her name. Maxʼs wife, bookstore owner Annie, helps him investigate the three complex murders. 2010.

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Closely Akin to Murder: A Claire Malloy Mystery DB80524 6 hours 52 minutes by Joan Hess read by Mare Trevathan Prestigious scientist Ronnie Landonwood asks her friend Claire Malloy for help when she is threatened by someone from her sordid past. Years ago Ronnie served time after killing a producer who tried to rape her in Acapulco. Now she needs Claire to go back there to find the blackmailer. 1996.

Copycat Killing: A Magical Cats Mystery DB78963 9 hours 50 minutes by Sofie Kelly read by Cassandra Campbell The small Minnesota town of Mayville Heights is faced with a flood, while the librarian Kathleen Paulson, her two cats, and detective Marcus Gordon try to solve the mystery of the drowning death of local artist and mask-maker Jaeger Merrill. Unrated. Commercial audiobook. 2012.

Till Death, The Sacrifice, The Gathering DB79479 30 hours 31 minutes by William X. Kienzle read by Ray Foushee Three series entries, written between 2000 and 2002, featuring sleuthing Father Koesler. Passion within a group of priests and nuns leads to death. A bomb goes off as an Episcopal priest converts to Catholic priesthood. Father Koesler suspects a long-ago friend of murder. Some violence and some strong language. 2002.

A Tightly Raveled Mind DB80433 8 hours 6 minutes by Diane Lawson read by Martha Harmon Pardee Psychoanalyst Nora Goodman is shocked when a patient blows himself up. When yet another patient dies mysteriously, Nora—sure that these are murders—hires a private investigator. Meanwhile Noraʼs own life is a mess—including her marriage to an overbearing psychiatrist. Strong language, some violence, and some explicit descriptions of sex. 2014.

The Best American Mystery Stories, 2014 DB80090 18 hours 8 minutes edited by Laura Lippman Page 38 of 146 read by Erik Sandvold Collection of twenty previously published short stories. In Megan Abbottʼs “My Heart Is Either Broken,” a man slowly begins to doubt his wifeʼs story of how their toddler went missing. Authors include Russell Banks, Annie Proulx, and James Lee Burke. Violence, some strong language, and some descriptions of sex. 2014.

The Devilʼs Company DB80150 17 hours 39 minutes by David Liss read by Erik Sandvold 1722. Master of disguise, Londoner Benjamin Weaver finds himself caught in a deadly game of cat and mouse against wealthy schemer Jerome Cobb. To secure the welfare of England, Weaver must infiltrate the East India Company and uncover a secret plot of corporate rivals, foreign spies, and government operatives. Some strong language. 2010.

His Majestyʼs Hope DB79393 10 hours 30 minutes by Susan Elia Macneal read by Susan Duerden After serving as a secret agent protecting Princess Elizabeth, intrepid spy and expert code breaker Maggie Hope is now an elite member of the Special Operations Executive—a black ops organization designed to aid the British effort abroad—and her first assignment sends her straight into Nazi-controlled Berlin. Unrated. Commercial audiobook. 2013.

The Prime Ministerʼs Secret Agent DB79394 9 hours 45 minutes by Susan Elia Macneal read by Susan Duerden After an undercover mission in WWII Berlin, British agent Maggie Hope is teaching at her old spy-training camp in western Scotland. When a close friend of Maggieʼs and two other ballerinas fall strangely ill, Maggie partners with MI-5 to uncover the truth behind their unusual symptoms. Unrated. Commercial audiobook. 2014.

Designated Daughters DB79782 7 hours 50 minutes by Margaret Maron Page 39 of 146 read by Margaret Maron When Judge Deborah Knott is summoned to ailing Aunt Rachelʼs bedside, she assumes the worst, but arrives at the hospice center to find the dying woman awake and talking. However, less than an hour later, Aunt Rachel is found dead— smothered with a pillow. Unrated. Commercial audiobook. 2014.

Three Can Keep a Secret and Proof Positive DB80098 21 hours 24 minutes by Archer Mayor read by Erik Sandvold Two mysteries, written between 2013 and 2014, feature Vermont Bureau of Investigationʼs Joe Gunther. In the wake of Hurricane Irene, Joeʼs team investigates a missing patient and an unearthed, rock-filled coffin. A burglar finds a dead hoarder who may have been murdered. Strong language, some violence, and some descriptions of sex. 2014.

Last Winter, We Parted DB80606 5 hours 1 minute by Fuminori Nakamura read by Erik Sandvold A young writer is composing a biography of a photographer convicted of killing two models by setting them on fire. The writer slips further into darkness as he investigates other sources, no longer sure of either the case or himself. First published in Japanese in 2013. Strong language and some explicit descriptions of sex. 2014.

The Long Way Home: A Three Pines Mystery DB79627 11 hours 53 minutes by Louise Penny read by Anne Hancock Now happily retired in the village of Three Pines, ex-Chief Inspector of Homicide Armand Gamache is loath to take on another investigation. But neighbor Clara Morrow needs his help when her artist husband doesnʼt return for their agreed- upon reunion after a year-long separation. Some violence and some strong language. 2014.

Blood on the Water: A William Monk Novel DB80015 10 hours 25 minutes by Anne Perry read by Barry Bernson Page 40 of 146

When Monk witnesses an explosion on a river pleasure boat, he and other rescuers are able to save only fifty of the passengers. The high-profile case is taken away from Monkʼs river police by the commissioner, but given back after an arrest leads to disaster. Some violence. 2014.

Leaving Time DB79657 15 hours 13 minutes by Jodi Picoult read by various narrators Jenna Metcalf has never stopped searching for her mother, Alice, who mysteriously disappeared in the wake of a tragic accident. Refusing to believe that Alice—a scientist who studied grief among elephants—would abandon her own young child, Jenna now enlists the help of a psychic and a PI. Unrated. Commercial audiobook. 2014.

Children of the Revolution: An Inspector Banks Novel DB79942 15 hours 2 minutes by Peter Robinson read by Jim Zeiger Although he has been living frugally since his dismissal for sexual misconduct four years ago, ex-college lecturer Gavin Miller is found murdered with five thousand euros in his pocket. DCI Alan Banks soon becomes fixated on Lady Veronica Chalmers, linked to the victim since the 1970s. Some strong language. 2014.

Martin Beck Mysteries: Books 1–5 DB79835 30 hours 40 minutes by Maj Sjöwall and Per Wahlöö read by Jack Fox In Roseanna, Stockholm detective inspector Martin Beck investigates an unidentified womanʼs rape and murder. Also includes The Man Who Went Up in Smoke, The Man on the Balcony, The Laughing Policeman, and The Fire Engine That Disappeared. Written between 1965 and 1969. Translated from the Swedish. Some violence, some strong language, and some descriptions of sex. 1969.

Forty Days without Shadow DB80176 15 hours 20 minutes by Olivier Truc read by Malcolm Hillgartner Page 41 of 146

Tomorrow, thirty minutes of daylight will end the polar night in Kautokeino, a small village in northern Norway. But in the last hours of darkness, an ancient drum is stolen and one of the last reindeer herders is murdered. Officer Klemet Nango and his young partner Nina Nansen investigate. Unrated. Commercial audiobook. 2014.

Monument to Murder, Experiment in Murder, Undiplomatic Murder DB80258 36 hours 7 minutes by Margaret Truman and Donald Bain read by Erik Sandvold Three entries, written between 2011 and 2014, in a series of mysteries set in Washington, D.C. In Undiplomatic Murder, a State Department agent reverts to his PI past, as he seeks vengeance when his daughter is killed by a suicide bomber in a D.C. cafe. Some violence and some strong language. 2014.

The Fire Dance DB80078 9 hours 18 minutes by Helene Tursten read by Jill Fox In 1989, young dance student Sophie is suspected in the burning of her familyʼs house, which killed her stepfather—but it is declared an accident. Now in 2004, when detective Huss investigates Sophieʼs own death by fire, she looks at the old case. First published in Swedish in 2005. Violence and strong language. 2014.

The Case Is Closed DB79065 7 hours 53 minutes by Patricia Wentworth read by Diana Bishop Miss Silver must use all of her sleuthing skills to uncover the culprit in the slippery Everton case, especially since the wrong man has already spent a year in jail for a murder he didnʼt commit! Unrated. Commercial audiobook. 1937.

The Case of William Smith DB79068 7 hours 57 minutes by Patricia Wentworth read by Diana Bishop William Smith lost his memory in the war and asks Miss Maud Silver to investigate his earlier life and learn whether or not an old enemy is out to harm him. Unrated. Commercial audiobook. 1948. Page 42 of 146

The Catherine Wheel DB79070 8 hours 40 minutes by Patricia Wentworth read by Diana Bishop The old cliffside Catherine Wheel Inn—once a home for pirates and smugglers— is now the scene of a murder. An ad in the paper draws a mixed bunch for a family reunion, eager to discover the secrets of their ancestry. When one is murdered, Maud Silver investigates. Unrated. Commercial audiobook. 1949.

Eternity Ring DB79069 8 hours 16 minutes by Patricia Wentworth read by Diana Bishop Frank Abbott, who was cut out of his grandmotherʼs will when he joined the police force, pairs up again with governess-turned-private-investigator Maud Silver. This case involves his cousin Cecily, whose father is the closest thing Frank has to his own late father. Unrated. Commercial audiobook. 1948.

Key: A Miss Silver Mystery DB78928 7 hours 51 minutes by Patricia Wentworth read by Diana Bishop Itʼs nearing the end of World War II, and Michael Harsh has been working on a secret government project for years. Finally he is ready to hand over the formula. But the next morning he is dead. It looks like suicide. Only Miss Silver knows itʼs murder. Unrated. Commercial audiobook. 1944.

Miss Silver Comes to Stay DB79071 8 hours 2 minutes by Patricia Wentworth read by Diana Bishop James Lessiterʼs return to Lenton after many years to claim his family estate opens old wounds. When he is found bludgeoned to death by a fire poker, the suspects are too numerous to count. Miss Silver, who is in town on a visit, investigates. Unrated. Commercial audiobook. 1949.

Miss Silver Intervenes DB79067 7 hours 25 minutes by Patricia Wentworth Page 43 of 146 read by Diana Bishop A chance encounter returns Meade Underwoodʼs fiancé Giles Armitage to her after he lost his memory in a shipwreck and disappeared for a time. But when a woman from that lost period is viciously murdered, Giles becomes the chief suspect, and Miss Silver must solve the mystery. Unrated. Commercial audiobook. 1943.

Out of the Past DB79073 8 hours 34 minutes by Patricia Wentworth read by Diana Bishop Carmona is lucky when rascal Alan Field disappears before their wedding. Several years later, Alan reappears—desperate for money—and concocts a blackmail plan that spirals out of control. By the time the first body appears, prim detective Maud Silver is already on the case. Unrated. Commercial audiobook. 1953.

Occult and Horror Famous Last Words DB80632 7 hours 55 minutes by Katie Alender read by Nora Hunter Willa reluctantly moves to California with her mother and stepfather, a film director. But her real problem is that she keeps seeing unreal things, like a dead body in the swimming pool; and her visions may be connected to a serial killer. Unrated. Commercial audiobook. For senior high and older readers. 2014.

Burn for Me: A Hidden Legacy Novel DB80162 10 hours 46 minutes by Ilona Andrews read by Mary Kane Detective Nevada Baylor, of Baylor Investigative Agency, plans to bring in a suspect in a volatile case. Her quarry is a magic user who can set anything on fire. But then sheʼs kidnapped by a handsome billionaire with the same target. Violence, strong language, and descriptions of sex. 2014.

Redeemed: House of Night DB80070 10 hours 39 minutes by P.C. Cast and Kristin Cast Page 44 of 146 read by Mary Kane Series finale. In trouble, Zoey Redbird, from Revealed (DB 77889), surrenders herself to the Tulsa Police. Meanwhile, Neferet has made herself known to mortals and prepares to enslave Tulsaʼs citizens. One final battle remains between good and evil. Strong language, descriptions of sex, and some violence. For senior high and older readers. 2014.

The Girl from the Well DB80023 8 hours 12 minutes by Rin Chupeco read by Julie-Ann Elliott Okiku has wandered the world for centuries, freeing the innocent ghosts and taking the lives of killers. But when she meets a moody teen, she knows he needs to be freed from the demonic malevolence that clings to him. Some violence and some strong language. For senior high and older readers. 2014.

The Boy Who Drew Monsters DB79939 9 hours 55 minutes by Keith Donohue read by John Haag After nearly drowning, 10-year-old Jack Peter Keenan has been deathly afraid to venture outdoors. Refusing to leave his home in a small coastal town in Maine, Jack Peter spends his time drawing monsters—that take on a horrifying life of their own. Some violence, some strong language, and some descriptions of sex. 2014.

Unbreakable: The Legion, Book 1 DB80672 6 hours 48 minutes by Kami Garcia read by Candice Accola Seventeen-year-old Kennedy Waters discovers she is a member of an ancient secret society, the Legion, formed to protect the world from a powerful demon determined to find a way out of his dimension and into ours. Unrated. Commercial audiobook. For senior high and older readers. 2013.

Unmarked: The Legion, Book 2 DB80673 8 hours 50 minutes by Kami Garcia read by Christine Lakin

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As Kennedy Waters and her companions learn more about their ancient secret society, its longtime rivals the Illuminati, and Kennedyʼs mysterious family, they wonder whether she is really meant to be a member of the Legion. Unrated. Commercial audiobook. For senior high and older readers. 2014.

Krewe of Hunters, Books 11–14 DB80466 37 hours 54 minutes by Heather Graham read by various narrators Books eleven through fourteen, written between 2013 and 2014, feature the FBIʼs paranormal team that investigates the unexplained. Four supernatural thrillers, including The Night Is Forever, The Cursed, The Hexed, and The Betrayed. Some violence, some strong language, and some explicit descriptions of sex. 2014.

The Last American Vampire DB80410 14 hours 15 minutes by Seth Grahame-Smith read by MacLeod Andrews In Reconstruction-era America, vampire Henry Sturges searches for renewed purpose in the wake of his friend Abraham Lincolnʼs shocking death. He travels to England for an unexpected encounter with Jack the Ripper and then returns to experience the events of the next century. Sequel to Abraham Lincoln: Vampire Hunter (DB 70658). Unrated. Commercial audiobook. 2015.

Balthazar DB80149 9 hours 20 minutes by Claudia Gray read by Mare Trevathan Vampire Balthazar emerges from his isolation to help Skye Tierney, a psychic girl from Evernight Academy. But when Skye catches the attention of the cruel master vampire responsible for murdering Balthazarʼs family, revenge comes within Balthazarʼs reach. Some violence and some strong language. Sequel to Afterlife (DB 73703). For senior high and older readers. 2012.

Horrorstör DB80227 5 hours 31 minutes by Grady Hendrix read by Colleen Delany

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After strange things start happening at the Orsk furniture superstore in Cleveland, three employees volunteer to work an overnight shift to investigate. But what they discover is more horrifying than they could have imagined. 2014.

Charley Davidson Series, Books 1–4 DB80427 41 hours 23 minutes by Darynda Jones read by Gabriella Cavallero Books one through four, written between 2011 and 2012, featuring part-time investigator and full-time Grim Reaper, Charley Davidson. Paranormal tales include: First Grave on the Right, Second Grave on the Left, Third Grave Dead Ahead, and Fourth Grave beneath My Feet. Violence, strong language, and descriptions of sex. 2012.

Hexed DB79191 8 hours 35 minutes by Michelle Krys read by Tai Alexandra Ricci Sixteen-year-old Indigo Blackwood finds her perfect cheerleaderʼs life threatened when a stranger tells her the family Bible just stolen from her momʼs occult shop could mean the end to all witches—including Indigo herself. Unrated. Commercial audiobook. For senior high and older readers. 2014.

An English Ghost Story DB80152 9 hours 38 minutes by Kim Newman read by Kristin Allison A dysfunctional British family exchanges life in the big city for the sleepy Somerset countryside. The Naremoresʼ new home, The Hollow, embraces them and creates rare peace and harmony within the family—but then the house turns on them. Some violence. 2014.

Prince Lestat: The Vampire Chronicles DB79887 18 hours 54 minutes by Anne Rice read by Simon Vance The vampire world is in crisis: the undead have been proliferating out of control, huge massacres are carried out, and a voice is persuading older vampires to slay young ones. They turn to Lestat, who reluctantly agrees to deal with the new

Page 47 of 146 threat. Sequel to Blood Canticle (DB 57172). Unrated. Commercial audiobook. 2014.

Her Last Whisper DB79886 14 hours 0 minutes by Karen Robards read by Ann Marie Lee When beautiful single women begin vanishing from Las Vegas hotels, all signs indicate that a psychopath is on the prowl in Sin City. Agent Bartoliʼs FBI colleague fears that her missing sister is the killerʼs type. They turn to serial-killer expert Charlotte Stone for help. Unrated. Commercial audiobook. 2014.

The Last Kiss Goodbye DB79885 13 hours 41 minutes by Karen Robards read by Ann Marie Lee Helped by her ability to see dead people who demand justice, psychiatrist Charlotte “Charlie” Stone has dedicated her career to exploring the darkest territory of all: the hearts and minds of serial killers. Now she has thwarted a homicidal maniac, and he wants her to pay. Unrated. Commercial audiobook. 2014.

The Last Victim DB79884 13 hours 41 minutes by Karen Robards read by Ann Marie Lee At sixteen, Charlotte “Charlie” Stoneʼs best friend and her family were butchered. As a criminal pathology expert, Charlie hides the fact that she has interacted with her dead friendʼs spirit. Now—fifteen years later—another family is murdered and the daughter kidnapped. Suspecting the same killer, the FBI needs Charlieʼs help. Unrated. Commercial audiobook. 2013.

The Woman in Black: Angel of Death DB80405 6 hours 40 minutes by Martyn Waites read by Penelope Rawlins England, 1940. As bombs drop on London, schoolteacher Eve Parkins shepherds a group of children to the countryside and settles with them in Eel Marsh House. Surrounded by tidal marshes, the house appears to be sinking. In this desolate

Page 48 of 146 setting, they realize they may have been safer in London. Unrated. Commercial audiobook. 2014.

Psychological Themes Munich Airport DB80568 9 hours 55 minutes by Greg Baxter read by Kevin Stillwell A man waits in the Munich Airport with his father to claim the body of his sister, who was found in a Berlin apartment, dead from starvation. He reflects on his relationships with his sister and father and on what has changed now that his sister is gone. Unrated. Commercial audiobook. 2015.

Inappropriate Behavior DB78987 6 hours 34 minutes by Murray Farish read by Brian Hemmingsen Nine stories of characters dealing with the line between sanity and pathology in modern America. In the title story, George and Miranda Putnam struggle with their sonʼs disruptive behavior and Georgeʼs unemployment. Strong language and explicit descriptions of sex. 2014.

The Boy Who Could See Demons DB79261 10 hours 36 minutes by Carolyn Jess-Cooke read by various narrators A child psychologist comes up against a dangerous career-defining case that threatens to unravel her own painful past. It also jeopardizes the life of a ten-year- old boy who is coping with his motherʼs latest suicide attempt and who can see the impossible. Unrated. Commercial audiobook. 2013.

Romance The Gamble DB79010 25 hours 15 minutes by Kristen Ashley read by Emma Taylor Nina Sheridan leaves her clueless fiancé behind in England for time to rethink their engagement in the Colorado mountains. In the rented rustic cabin, she finds owner Holden Maxwell. When Nina falls ill, Holden nurses her. But a secret from his past threatens their growing attraction. Unrated. Commercial audiobook. 2011. Page 49 of 146

Lady Luck DB79011 22 hours 5 minutes by Kristen Ashley read by Emma Taylor Determined to turn her luck around, Lexie Berry promises to pick up high-stakes poker player Ty Walker when he is released from prison. As Ty begins hunting down those who framed him for a crime he did not commit, he realizes Lexie may be his salvation. Unrated. Commercial audiobook. 2011.

Sweet Dreams DB79014 25 hours 5 minutes by Kristen Ashley read by Emma Taylor As part of reinventing her life, divorcée Lauren Graham takes a job as a waitress in a biker bar. While there, she strikes sparks off part-owner Tatum Jackson. But Tatumʼs other job as a bounty hunter soon gets in the way of their tumultuous romance. Unrated. Commercial audiobook. 2011.

The Lone Warrior: Once upon a Time in the West DB80079 9 hours 15 minutes by Lori Austin read by Teresa Willis Rose Varner hunts down reclusive former Confederate soldier Luke Phelan to help find her three-year-old daughter, who was kidnapped by the Cheyenne a year ago. He reluctantly agrees despite his troubled past living within the tribe. Violence, strong language, and some explicit descriptions of sex. 2014.

When Day Breaks DB80099 9 hours 32 minutes by Maya Banks read by Martha Harmon Pardee Daryl Swanson, or “Swanny” as his Kelly Group International teammates call him, is always up for a new mission. But his next assignment, protecting model Eden, stirs his blood and makes him dream of the impossible. Strong language, explicit descriptions of sex, and some violence. 2014.

Captive Hearts Trilogy DB79631 36 hours 57 minutes by Grace Burrowes Page 50 of 146 read by Carol Dines Trilogy featuring men tortured by the effects of war. In The Captive, a duke tormented by his enemies finds solace in love. In The Traitor, a baron labeled as a traitor finds inner peace with passion. In The Laird, a man reclaims his Highland bride. Explicit descriptions of sex. 2014.

What a Lady Needs for Christmas DB80144 10 hours 28 minutes by Grace Burrowes read by Abigail Maupin To escape a scandal, Lady Joan Flynn agrees to marry ambitious mill owner Dante Hartwell, who hopes to find a wellborn wife for business reasons. But soon their marriage grows into something more than a mere convenience. Explicit descriptions of sex and some strong language. 2014.

At Bluebonnet Lake: Texas Crossroads, Book 1 DB80087 12 hours 32 minutes by Amanda Cabot read by Emily Pike Stewart The last thing marketing executive Kate Sherwood needs is a man, but when she visits a dilapidated resort in Texas for a month with her grandmother, she canʼt stop her attraction to the handsome handyman Greg. When a promotion is within her grasp, Kate questions what is important. 2014.

The Dog Park DB80100 8 hours 13 minutes by Laura Caldwell read by Emily Maixner Stylist Jessica Champlin and her ex-husband, investigative journalist Sebastian Hess, tried to make their marriage work and in the end agreed on joint custody of their dog, Baxter. When Baxter rescues a little girl and the video goes viral, Jessʼs and Sebastianʼs lives take some unexpected turns. 2014.

The Homecoming DB80050 8 hours 53 minutes by Robyn Carr read by Gabriella Cavallero When Seth Sileski, whose professional football career ended before it could start, returns to Thunder Point, he struggles to convince his childhood neighbor and

Page 51 of 146 best friend, Iris McKinley, to forgive him for breaking her heart. Some strong language and some explicit descriptions of sex. 2014.

Vixen in Velvet DB80054 10 hours 45 minutes by Loretta Chase read by Martha Harmon Pardee Because of a family obligation, Simon Blair, Marquess of Lisburne, reluctantly returns to London, where he hopes to seduce talented dressmaker Leonie Noirot. She, however, has no time for his nonsense because she is obsessed with transforming his cousin, the dowdy Lady Gladys, into a swan. Some explicit descriptions of sex. 2014.

Lady in Black DB80529 7 hours 36 minutes by Christina Dodd read by Mare Trevathan Widowed young mother Margaret Guarneri works as a butler for a wealthy ninety-two-year-old Houstonian named Jim Donovan. When Donovan gets threatening notes, his grandson Reid arrives—and although he and Margaret distrust each other, their attraction is undeniable. Strong language and explicit descriptions of sex. 1993.

No Limits DB79813 13 hours 18 minutes by Lori Foster read by Carol Dines Three years ago, mixed-martial-arts star Cannon Colter rescued Yvette Sweeny from kidnappers, only to put an end to her romantic notions. Reunited because of Yvetteʼs grandfather, Cannon is torn between his pent-up desire and the need to protect her. Violence, strong language, and explicit descriptions of sex. 2014.

Lord and Lady Spy Series, Books 1–3 DB79818 32 hours 58 minutes by Shana Galen read by Madelyn Buzzard Books one through three, written between 2011 and 2014, featuring English spies, special agents, and romance-inducing clandestine missions carried out after the Napoleonic wars. Trio includes Lord and Lady Spy, True Spies, and Love and Let

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Spy. Some violence, some strong language, and some explicit descriptions of sex. 2014.

What I Love about You DB80119 8 hours 30 minutes by Rachel Gibson read by Carol Dines After her husband runs off with a younger woman, Natalie Cooper, now a single mother managing a photo store, finds herself drawn to her surly neighbor, Blake Junger. But his self-induced exile is interrupted by Natalieʼs young daughter. Strong language and some explicit descriptions of sex. 2014.

Sister Betty Says I Do DB80204 8 hours 48 minutes by Pat GʼOrge-Walker read by Erin Jones Sister Betty Becton from No Ordinary Noel (DB 75716) has agreed to marry Freddie Noel, a fellow parishioner of the Crossing Over Sanctuary Church. But as their wedding day approaches, interference from busybodies and a secret of Freddieʼs threaten their happiness together. 2013.

Any Man I Want DB80115 7 hours 37 minutes by Michele Grant read by Erin Jones Beautiful Katrina is a pampered princess, and Carter is a retired pro football player. After Katrina makes a dangerous decision and Carter comes to her rescue, the two become romantically involved. But for the relationship to succeed, both need to compromise. Strong language and explicit descriptions of sex. 2014.

Pretty Boy Problems DB80145 8 hours 3 minutes by Michele Grant read by Andy Pyle Avery Beauregard Montgomery breezes through life because of his dazzling looks, but his brother and sister-in-law are fed up with his attitude and kick him out. Undaunted, Beau moves to his sisterʼs condo and is intrigued to find it occupied by an exceptional woman. Explicit descriptions of sex and some strong language. 2014.

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The Conspiracy of Us DB80475 9 hours 36 minutes by Maggie Hall read by Julia Whelan When sixteen-year-old Avery West learns her family is part of a powerful and dangerous secret society—and that her own life is in danger, she must follow a trail of clues across Europe. Unrated. Commercial audiobook. For senior high and older readers. 2015.

The Prince Who Loved Me DB80004 10 hours 5 minutes by Karen Hawkins read by Theresa Conkin Bookish Bronwyn Murdoch is glad that her stepmother has given up on playing matchmaker for her and is focusing on Bronwynʼs stepsister. But when a visiting prince next door is determined to have a dalliance with Bronwyn, she decides to beat him at his game. Some explicit descriptions of sex. 2014.

Revenant: A Demonica Novel DB80290 12 hours 2 minutes by Larissa Ione read by Hillary Huber Fallen angel Revenant discovers he has a twin brother who possesses everything Revenant was denied. Caught in a tug of war between heaven and hell, he weighs his thirst for revenge against his desire for Blaspheme—a female whose very origins could deliver him into salvation or destruction. Sequel to Reaver (DB 77734). Unrated. Commercial audiobook. 2014.

Just the Sexiest Man Alive DB80124 9 hours 57 minutes by Julie James read by Suzanne Duvall When lawyer Taylor Donovan is assigned to coach Hollywood heartthrob Jason Andrews for a legal-thriller role, she refuses to fall victim to his charms and fame. But her rejections intrigue him, and they both wonder if they have each met their match. Descriptions of sex and some strong language. 2014.

Dangerous Curves Ahead, Thrown for a Curve, Gentlemen Prefer Curves DB80428 31 hours 57 minutes by Sugar Jamison Page 54 of 146 read by Martha Harmon Pardee Three romances, written between 2013 and 2014, featuring curvy heroines and the men that adore them. In Dangerous Curves Ahead, Ellis changes her life, opens up a plus-size boutique, and bumps into a former crush in a bakery. Some strong language and some explicit descriptions of sex. 2014.

When the Rogue Returns DB80143 10 hours 27 minutes by Sabrina Jeffries read by J. Michael McCullough 1818. When young bride Isabella uses her talent for creating exquisite imitation jewels, she and her husband Victor Cale become unwitting pawns in a criminal scheme that ruins their lives. Ten years later, Victor and Isabella are reunited, and secrets emerge. Explicit descriptions of sex and some strong language. 2014.

Bad Boys in Kilts DB79518 12 hours 5 minutes by Donna Kauffman read by Chloe Lynn Three hot tales featuring Scottish brothers and the women they fall for. In “Bottoms Up” bad boy Brodie loves his pub and the life it provides, but tomboy Kat shows him what he is missing. Also includes “On Tap” and “Night Watch.” Unrated. Commercial audiobook. 2006.

The Great Scot DB79519 12 hours 52 minutes by Donna Kauffman read by Chloe Lynn Location coordinator Erin McGregor knows sheʼs finally found the perfect setting for her romance reality show, Your Prince Charming. But she gets more than she bargained for in the Scottish Highlands . . . romantic moors, windswept cliffs, misty lochs, and a four-hundred-year-old castle with gorgeous chieftain Dylan Chisholm. Companion to Bad Boys in Kilts (DB 79518). Unrated. Commercial audiobook. 2007.

The Secret of Pembrooke Park DB80431 14 hours 54 minutes by Julie Klassen read by Gabriella Cavallero

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After persuading her father to gamble on a risky investment, Abigail Foster and her family face financial ruin and move to the mysteriously abandoned manor house, Pembrooke Park. But the house holds secrets and a treasure that Abigail canʼt ignore. 2014.

Five Days in Skye DB80141 8 hours 28 minutes by Carla Laureano read by Erin Jones Instead of heading to Tahiti for her dream vacation, thirty-year-old Andrea Sullivan is sent to the Isle of Skye to land celebrity chef James MacDonald as a client for her hospitality consulting firm. She soon realizes God works in mysterious ways. RITA Award. 2013.

Loving Rose: The Redemption of Malcolm Sinclair DB79837 12 hours 48 minutes by Stephanie Laurens read by Jennifer Hubbard Somerset, 1838. Miraculously spared from death, Malcolm Sinclair erases the notorious man he once was and reinvents himself as Thomas Glendower. During his transformation, he discovers a secretive lady, Rose, and her two children living in his secluded manor and provides his protection as her enemy closes in. 2014.

The Millionaire Affair DB79035 8 hours 43 minutes by Jessica Lemmon read by Kevin Stillwell When ad executive Landon Downey is given custody of his nephew for a week, he asks childhood friend Kimber Reynolds to act as his live-in nanny. Kimber decides that the temporary arrangement is the perfect time to act on her high- school crush on him. Unrated. Commercial audiobook. 2014.

Love Letters: A Rose Harbor Novel DB79597 8 hours 50 minutes by Debbie Macomber read by Lorelei King Summer is a busy season at the bed-and-breakfast, and proprietor Jo Marie Rose and handyman Mark Taylor spend a lot of time together keeping the property running. After some folksʼ good-natured comments on a relationship blossoming, Page 56 of 146

Jo Marie analyzes their friendship and her feelings toward Mark. Unrated. Commercial audiobook. 2014.

All the Bright Places DB80476 11 hours 6 minutes by Jennifer Niven read by various narrators When Theodore and Violet meet on the ledge of the bell tower at school—both teetering on the edge—itʼs the beginning of an unlikely relationship. They journey to discover the natural wonders of the state of Indiana, and hope to save each other. Unrated. Commercial audiobook. For senior high and older readers. 2014.

The Summer of You DB79277 13 hours 0 minutes by Kate Noble read by Alison Larkin Lady Jane Cummings is certain that her summer is ruined when she is forced to reside at isolated Merrymere Lake with her reckless brother and ailing father. But one bit of gossip catches Janeʼs attention: rumors that a new resident is also an elusive highwayman. Unrated. Commercial audiobook. 2010.

Crazy Thing Called Love DB80142 11 hours 57 minutes by Molly OʼKeefe read by Carol Dines Morning television host Madelyn Cornish is determined to make it to the big network shows. When her producer suggests a makeover story, Madelyn is not sure how to handle the proposed subject: bad-boy hockey star Billy Wilkins—her ex-husband. Strong language and explicit descriptions of sex. RITA Award. 2013.

Heroes Are My Weakness DB79804 13 hours 53 minutes by Susan Elizabeth Phillips read by J. Michael McCullough A down-on-her-luck actress, reduced to staging kidsʼ puppet shows, finds herself trapped on a remote island off the coast of Maine with a sexy horror novelist who knows a dozen ways to kill with his bare hands. Some strong language and some explicit descriptions of sex. 2014.

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Not Quite a Wife DB79923 9 hours 53 minutes by Mary Jo Putney read by Jill Fox Ten years after Lord James Kirkland and his wife Laurel left each other, an unfortunate circumstance reunites the reluctant couple. One night of passion ignites needs long denied, and Laurel must decide if she can accept her husbandʼs questionable past. Some strong language and some explicit descriptions of sex. 2014.

Blood Magick DB80091 9 hours 53 minutes by Nora Roberts read by Kristin Allison Branna OʼDwyer, the successful proprietor of the Dark Witch shop, which carries special handmade items, yearns for a forbidden love with Finbar Burke— descendant of evil sorcerer Cabhan. One final battle remains. Sequel to Shadow Spell (DB 78437). Descriptions of sex, some strong language, and some violence. Bestseller. 2014.

The Collector DB78813 17 hours 12 minutes by Nora Roberts read by Laura Giannarelli Professional house sitter Lila Emerson witnesses a murder-suicide through binoculars soon after beginning her latest job. As the investigation progresses, she comes to the attention of a man in search of a missing treasure, and meets artist Ashton Archer. Explicit descriptions of sex, some strong language, and some violence. 2014.

Blue Flame DB79289 10 hours 54 minutes by Jill Shalvis read by Laura Heisler Callie Hayes prides herself as the hardworking manager of the Blue Flame, Arizonaʼs most remote, relaxing guest ranch. Sheʼs given everything to the ranch—body, heart, and soul—three things that go haywire when her sexy employer, San Diego firefighter Jake Rawlings, suddenly shows up to recuperate. Unrated. Commercial audiobook. 2004.

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Merry Christmas, Baby: A Lucky Harbor Short Story DB80287 1 hour 34 minutes by Jill Shalvis read by Angela Starling A very pregnant Chloe plans to escape her marital troubles at the town Christmas party. Sheriff Sawyer Thompson hopes to surprise Chloe at the holiday shindig and get a chance to set things right, but a blizzard blows in with an unexpected arrival. Unrated. Commercial audiobook. 2014.

Seeing Red DB79278 10 hours 25 minutes by Jill Shalvis read by Laura Heisler After a warehouse fire devastates her world, Summer Abrams leaves her home and her best friend, Joe Walker, behind. Twelve years later, Summer returns to Ocean Beach in search of answers and gets singed by her heated attraction to the townʼs fire marshal, Joe. Unrated. Commercial audiobook. 2013.

Smart and Sexy DB79280 8 hours 30 minutes by Jill Shalvis read by Lillian Claire Noah Fisher has worked for months to make Sky High the most prestigious charter airline in California. But when heʼs hijacked by Bailey Sinclair, gorgeous widow of one of Sky Highʼs wealthiest former clients, circumstances cause their relationship to soar. Unrated. Commercial audiobook. 2014.

Strong and Sexy DB79281 8 hours 40 minutes by Jill Shalvis read by Lillian Claire Shayne Mahoney is a laid-back, easygoing rebel in his family. But running Sky High Air is a dream come true for him, especially with in-flight specials like kissing the clientele—except when one claims to witness a murder and puts both of them in danger. Unrated. Commercial audiobook. 2007.

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Brody, the brooding, bad-boy pilot of Sky High Air, may have met his match with Maddie, Sky Highʼs wisecracking, gorgeous concierge. When he discovers that she and her twin sister Leena have gotten themselves into some big-time trouble, he jumps at the chance to help. Sequel to Strong and Sexy (DB 79281). Unrated. Commercial audiobook. 2008.

White Heat DB79279 10 hours 25 minutes by Jill Shalvis read by Laura Heisler Army brat, bush pilot Lyndie Anderson is hired to drop off hotshot firefighter Griffin Moore to battle a blaze threatening a rural Mexican town. Although scarred by survivorʼs guilt, Griffin canʼt resist the sparks of their attraction while they work together and yearns for more. Unrated. Commercial audiobook. 2004.

Pegasus DB80303 10 hours 57 minutes by Danielle Steel read by Gabriella Cavallero World war is impending, and part-Jewish aristocrat Nicolas von Bingen must flee to America with his sons and Lipizzaner horses, hoping to rebuild their lives. But he leaves behind his friend Alex and his daughter. As the families face the challenges of war, they bond over the magnificent stallion, Pegasus. Some descriptions of sex. 2014.

On Sunset Beach: The Chesapeake Diaries, Book 8 DB80096 8 hours 44 minutes by Mariah Stewart read by Kristin Allison While premiering her new exhibit in St. Dennis, art gallery owner Carly Summit matches wits with Ford Sinclair, the reporter assigned to cover her show. Sinclair is haunted and deeply cynical after a military career in war-torn Africa. Some explicit descriptions of sex. 2014.

Immortal DB80028 10 hours 50 minutes by J.R. Ward read by Eric G. Dove Determined to keep the virgin Sissy Barten away from demon Devina, fallen angel Jim Heron tries to undermine Devinaʼs last attempts to win their game and Page 60 of 146 bring hell to earth. Sequel to Possession (DB 79253). Violence, strong language, and explicit descriptions of sex. Commercial audiobook. 2014.

Afterworlds DB79849 18 hours 36 minutes by Scott Westerfeld read by Emily Maixner In alternating chapters, eighteen-year-old Darcy Patel navigates the New York City publishing world and Lizzie, the heroine of Darcyʼs novel, slips into the “Afterworld” to survive a terrorist attack and becomes a spirit guide. Both face challenges and fall in love. Strong language and some violence. For senior high and older readers. 2014.

The Devaney Brothers: Daniel DB80103 7 hours 14 minutes by Sherryl Woods read by Laura Giannarelli When a runaway teen surfaces at Molly Creightonʼs tavern, child advocate Daniel Devaney investigates and accepts responsibility for his and Mollyʼs breakup four years earlier. Their overwhelming attraction remains, but Molly fears risking her heart again. Sequel to Michael and Patrick (DB 79155). Some strong language and some explicit descriptions of sex. 2003.

Blind Faith DB80563 12 hours 8 minutes by Rebecca Zanetti read by Karen White Genetically engineered Nate Dean, brother to Matt and Shane from Forgotten Sins (DB 79135) and Sweet Revenge (DB 79136), is reunited with Audrey, a woman he fell in love with when he was held captive in a military compound. But she has deadly secrets of her own. Unrated. Commercial audiobook. 2015.

Science Fiction Deadly Shores: Destroyermen DB79733 18 hours 31 minutes by Taylor Anderson read by John Haag Trouble remains as Lemurians and humans have their own agendas, which may not be in the best interests of the Alliance. Meanwhile, Lieutenant Commander

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Matthew Reddy suspects that an unknown power is bent on aiding the Grik. Sequel to Storm Surge (DB 77235). Violence and some strong language. 2014.

The Churn: An Expanse Novella DB79033 2 hours 31 minutes by James S.A. Corey read by Erik Davies Before he joins the crew of the Rocinante, Amos Burton lives in a Baltimore that either kills or consumes its residents. There he learns to navigate the criminal underworld to survive. Unrated. Commercial audiobook. 2014.

Cibola Burn DB79032 21 hours 25 minutes by James S.A. Corey read by Erik Davies The crew of the Rocinante, from Abaddonʼs Gate (DB 77025), is sent to Ilus to negotiate peace between the independent human settlers and a corporate colony ship. However, the more captain Jim Holden investigates, the more he believes he and his crew have been set up to fail. Unrated. Commercial audiobook. 2014.

Gods of Risk: An Expanse Novella DB79034 2 hours 37 minutes by James S.A. Corey read by Erik Davies In the Martian city of Londres Nova, sixteen-year-old David Draper wants to study chemistry at university. But before he can claim a spot, he is drawn into manufacturing for a drug dealer. When his friend goes missing, it is up to David to find her—if he can ditch his aunt, a former marine. Unrated. Commercial audiobook. 2014.

The Rule of Thoughts DB79720 10 hours 13 minutes by James Dashner read by Erik Davies After surviving the events in The Eye of Minds (DB 77516), Michael and his friends, Sarah and Bryson, are still being chased by cyber-terrorist Kaine—a computer program that has become sentient. And now the government is after them, too. Unrated. Commercial audiobook. For senior high and older readers. 2014.

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The Peripheral DB80171 14 hours 5 minutes by William Gibson read by Lorelei King While filling in for her brother to beta test a game, Flynne Fisher witnesses what she believes is a murder. Eighty years later, publicist Wilf Netherton and Detective Inspector Ainsley Lowbeer reach back across time to enlist Flynneʼs help in investigating a womanʼs disappearance. Unrated. Commercial audiobook. Bestseller. 2014.

Symbiont DB80292 16 hours 50 minutes by Mira Grant read by Christine Lakin San Francisco. Sal Mitchell and her boyfriend Nathan are dealing with the revelations of Parasite (DB 77689). They must fight off the hordes of people whose parasites have attacked and taken over the hostsʼ bodies. Then there are the people who want the parasites to win. Unrated. Commercial audiobook. 2014.

This Shattered World DB80572 12 hours 45 minutes by Amie Kaufman and Meagan Spooner read by various narrators Flynn, leader of the rebellion on Avon, captures Jubilee “Lee” Chase, captain of the forces sent to crush the terraformed planetʼs rebellious colonists. But later events cause Flynn to save Lee, and the two flee together. Some violence and some strong language. Commercial audiobook. For senior high and older readers. 2014.

Ancillary Sword DB79781 11 hours 45 minutes by Ann Leckie read by Adjoa Andoh After the events of Ancillary Justice (DB 79102), Breq and her crew are ordered to Athoek Station to protect the family of a lieutenant Breq once knew—a lieutenant she murdered in cold blood. What Breq finds on Athoek makes her question the ability to deliver justice. Unrated. Commercial audiobook. 2014.

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California DB79262 12 hours 28 minutes by Edan Lepucki read by Emma Galvin Two years after Cal and Frida left a decaying Los Angeles, Frida ends up pregnant. Worried for the safety of their unborn child, they head to a nearby settlement called the Land. What they discover there makes them question their decision. Unrated. Commercial audiobook. 2014.

Station Eleven DB79693 10 hours 43 minutes by Emily St. John Mandel read by Kirsten Potter On the eve of civilizationʼs collapse due to a pandemic, actor Arthur Leander dies on stage while performing King Lear. Eight-year-old Kirsten Raymonde is also in the play, and as she grows older, she discovers secrets of their new dystopia link back to Arthur. Unrated. Commercial audiobook. 2014.

Enders DB78967 7 hours 59 minutes by Lissa Price read by Rebecca Lowman With the Prime Destinations body bank destroyed, Callie no longer has to rent herself out to creepy Enders. But Enders can still get inside her mind and make her do things she doesnʼt want to do. Sequel to Starters (DB 75095). Commercial audiobook. For senior high and older readers. 2014.

Year Zero DB79694 9 hours 55 minutes by Rob Reid read by John Hodgman Lawyer Nick Carter is shocked when he is approached by aliens Carly and Frampton. Earth has bankrupted the universe due to massive copyright infringements committed by the extraterrestrials since 1977. It is up to Nick and his copyright law skills to save the universe. Unrated. Commercial audiobook. 2012.

Tomorrow and Tomorrow DB79772 10 hours 31 minutes by Thomas Sweterlitsch Page 64 of 146 read by Adam Paul Pittsburgh. Ten years after an apocalyptic attack, Dominic Braxton investigates insurance claims using the Archive—a virtual reality replica of the city—and reliving his time with his wife, who died in the attack. However, he uncovers an apparent murder, which leads back to the creators of the Archive. Unrated. Commercial audiobook. 2014.

Last Orders: The War That Came Early DB79751 13 hours 58 minutes by Harry Turtledove read by Bruce Huntey The Nazisʼ power in Germany is fracturing, and, as a last-ditch effort, Hitler declares war on the United States. The United States still has Japan to worry about, but the war seems to be winding down. Sequel to Two Fronts (DB 77267). Violence and strong language. 2014.

Acceptance DB80085 9 hours 54 minutes by Jeff VanderMeer read by Gary Tipton The world of Area X and Southern Reach is collapsing in on itself after the events of Authority (DB 79406). One more team is sent to unearth the secrets of the mysterious land. The answers to its creation may lie closer to home than they imagined. Some violence. 2014.

Short Stories Problems with People: Stories DB79461 5 hours 16 minutes by David Guterson read by Michael Russotto Collection of ten short stories by the author of Snow Falling on Cedars (DB 40688) exploring love and the need for human connection. In “Paradise,” an older couple who met online talk about past loves on their first night together. Strong language and some descriptions of sex. 2014.

Honeydew: Stories DB80413 9 hours 35 minutes by Edith Pearlman read by Suzanne Toren

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Twenty new stories from the prize-winning author of Binocular Vision (DB 74296). The title story involves an affair, an illegitimate pregnancy, anorexia, and adolescent drug use, and evokes the interior life of young Emily Knapp, who wishes she were a bug. Unrated. Commercial audiobook. 2015.

I Want to Show You More DB80093 5 hours 36 minutes by Jamie Quatro read by Mare Trevathan Fifteen connected stories exploring the world of a mother in her mid-thirties who is having an extramarital affair. The various stages of revelation, acceptance, and forgiveness are scrutinized. Strong language and some explicit descriptions of sex. 2013.

Spies and Espionage Twelve Days DB80636 13 hours 10 minutes by Alex Berenson read by George Guidall John Wells has only twelve days to stop the United States from being tricked into invading Iran after he and his former CIA bosses Ellis Shafer and Vinnie Duto uncover a false-flag operation. But no one at the White House will listen. Unrated. Commercial audiobook. 2015.

A Map of Betrayal DB80301 10 hours 56 minutes by Ha Jin read by Nona Pipes After her mother dies, Maryland professor Lilian Shang receives her late fatherʼs journal from his former lover. Gary Shang was long ago exposed as a Chinese mole in the CIA. His surprising diary leads Lilian to China to seek out the family he left behind. Some strong language and some descriptions of sex. 2014.

Suspense Dare Me DB79027 9 hours 12 minutes by Megan Abbott read by Khristine Hvam Addy and Beth are seniors who rule the intensely competitive cheer squad—until a young coach arrives. When Coach Colette draws Addy and the other Page 66 of 146 cheerleaders into her life, only Beth rejects the new regime. Then a suicide focuses a police investigation on Colette and her squad. Unrated. Commercial audiobook. 2012.

Tehran Noir DB80245 10 hours 46 minutes edited by Salar Abdoh read by various narrators Anthology of fifteen crime stories by authors who, for the most part, still live in Tehran. Provides insiderʼs explorations of the different neighborhoods in one of the worldʼs most volatile cities. Translated from Persian. Unrated. Commercial audiobook. 2014.

Whiplash River DB80434 9 hours 4 minutes by Lou Berney read by Mare Trevathan In the follow-up to Gutshot Straight (DB 72294), ex-con Shake Bouchon has fulfilled his dream of owning a beachfront restaurant, but he is deeply in debt. When a string of bad luck leaves his restaurant on fire, Shake turns back to crime. Violence, strong language, and some explicit descriptions of sex. 2012.

Bittersweet DB78962 13 hours 40 minutes by Miranda Beverly-Whittemore read by Cassandra Campbell Unassuming Mabel wins a scholarship to a prestigious college where she befriends a beautiful girl of privilege and joins her friend for a lakeside summer vacation surrounded by wealthy vacationers. But Mabel discovers morally ambiguous truths about her friendʼs family fortune. Unrated. Commercial audiobook. 2014.

Silenced, Stalked, Stolen DB79555 35 hours 5 minutes by Allison Brennan read by Madelyn Buzzard Three books, written between 2012 and 2013, feature FBI trainee Lucy Kincaid, who also solves crimes with PI boyfriend Sean Rogan. A prostitute linked to a congressman is killed; a reporter linked to Lucy is murdered; and Sean is in danger. Violence, strong language, and explicit descriptions of sex. 2013. Page 67 of 146

The Dark Hour and The Black List DB80016 19 hours 29 minutes by Robin Burcell read by Teresa Willis Books three and four of the series featuring FBI Special Agent and forensic artist Sydney Fitzpatrick. In Dark Hour, the assassination of a prominent U.S. senator and a high-profile killing in Amsterdam are part of a master plan for a biological nightmare. Strong language and some violence. 2012.

The Kill Order DB80372 13 hours 21 minutes by Robin Burcell read by Jim Zeiger A list of numbers called the Devilʼs Key, which poses a national security threat, is accidentally released when a copy machine from agent Sydney Fitzpatrickʼs office is discarded before erasing the hard drive. A frantic and deadly race to find it begins. Includes the novella The Last Second. Violence and strong language. 2014.

The Wolf DB79524 8 hours 55 minutes by Lorenzo Carcaterra read by Keith Szarabajka Vincent Marelli—known as the Wolf—is running the biggest criminal operation in the world when his wife and daughters are murdered by terrorists. Marelli vows to protect his interests and his son by unleashing the full strength of international organized crime against every known working terrorist group. Unrated. Commercial audiobook. 2014.

The Stranger You Know DB80246 14 hours 8 minutes by Jane Casey read by Sarah Coomes Three London women are strangled in their homes, apparently the work of the same sadistic killer. With no sign of break-ins, it appears that the women let their attacker in willingly. The evidence starts to point to a shocking suspect: Maeve Kerriganʼs partner, DCI Josh Derwent. Unrated. Commercial audiobook. 2014.

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Raging Heat DB79778 11 hours 15 minutes by Richard Castle read by Robert Petkoff When a murdered illegal immigrant falls from the sky, NYPD homicide detective Nikki Heatʼs investigation quickly captures the imagination of her boyfriend, Pulitzer Prize-winning journalist Jameson Rook. But Rookʼs inquiry concludes that Detective Heat has arrested the wrong man for the murder. Unrated. Commercial audiobook. 2014.

The Cinderella Murder: An Under Suspicion Novel DB80205 9 hours 15 minutes by Mary Higgins Clark and Alafair Burke read by Carol Dines Reality television producer Laurie Moran, last seen in Iʼve Got You under My Skin (DB 78644), now focuses on the cold case of UCLA student Susan Dempsey, who was murdered on her way to an acting audition. The original suspects are now tech billionaires and Hollywood elite. Some violence. 2014.

Red on Red DB79243 17 hours 10 minutes by Edward Conlon read by Mark Deakins NYPD detectives investigate the hanging suicide of a lonely immigrant in Inwood Hill Park, a serial rapist preying on upper Manhattan, a troubled Catholic schoolgirl who appears in the wrong place with uncanny regularity, and a savage gang war erupting over a case of mistaken identity. Unrated. Commercial audiobook. 2011.

The Burning Room DB79833 10 hours 10 minutes by Michael Connelly read by Titus Welliver In the LAPDʼs Open-Unsolved Unit, not many murder victims die almost a decade after the crime. So when a man succumbs to complications from being shot by a stray bullet nine years earlier, Bosch catches a case in which the body is still fresh, but all other evidence is virtually nonexistent. Unrated. Commercial audiobook. 2014.

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The Wolf in Winter DB80161 14 hours 14 minutes by John Connolly read by Joe Wilson After his own unsuccessful search, Jude, a homeless Portland man, decides to hire PI Charlie Parker to track down his daughter—also homeless—who was last seen heading to Prosperous, Maine, for a job. Jude is killed before Parker even starts— so he never realizes the evil his daughter has encountered. Violence and strong language. 2014.

The Lost Key DB79859 13 hours 7 minutes by Catherine Coulter and J.T. Ellison read by Don Feldheim Former Scotland Yard inspector, now a newly trained FBI agent, Nicholas Drummond is called to investigate a stabbing on Wall Street. It quickly becomes clear that the victim, John Pearce, was more than the naval historian and antiquities dealer he appeared to be—and Pearceʼs adult children have disappeared. Sequel to The Final Cut (DB 77544). Strong language and some violence. 2014.

A Wanted Woman DB79422 14 hours 29 minutes by Eric Jerome Dickey read by various narrators When an assassinʼs Trinidad contract goes bad under the watchful eye of a bank security camera, there is nowhere for her to hide from the local warlords. Her employers send her to Barbados, but with scant protection and no passport, the island paradise becomes her prison. Unrated. Commercial audiobook. 2013.

A Small Indiscretion DB80460 10 hours 10 minutes by Jan Ellison read by Kathe Mazur Annie Black is married to a good man and settled in San Francisco, with children and a successful career. Then a photograph arrives in her mailbox, igniting an old longing and setting off a chain of events that rocks the foundations of her marriage. Unrated. Commercial audiobook. 2015.

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The Job DB80040 7 hours 3 minutes by Janet Evanovich and Lee Goldberg read by Scott Brick The FBI had one demand when they secretly teamed up Special Agent Kate OʼHare with charming con man Nicolas Fox—bring down the worldʼs most- wanted and untouchable felons. This time itʼs the brutal leader of a global drug- smuggling empire. Unrated. Commercial audiobook. 2014.

Dick Francisʼs Damage DB80151 11 hours 10 minutes by Felix Francis read by Joe Wilson When undercover investigator Jeff Hinkley is assigned by the British Horseracing Authority to look into the activities of a suspicious racehorse trainer, the last thing he expects to witness is a gruesome murder. Is it connected to the trainerʼs administration of illegal drugs to his horses? Some strong language. 2014.

Donʼt Turn Around Trilogy DB79543 26 hours 0 minutes by Michelle Gagnon read by Abigail Maupin Trilogy written between 2012 and 2014 includes Donʼt Turn Around, Donʼt Look Now, and Donʼt Let Go. In Donʼt Turn Around, Noa wakes up on an operating table with no memory of how she got there and learns the truth behind a sinister corporation. For senior high and older readers. 2014.

Gangsterland DB80528 13 hours 31 minutes by Tod Goldberg read by Erik Sandvold Legendary Chicago hit man Sal Cupertine finally makes a mistake when he kills three undercover FBI agents. The Mafia gives Sal a new face and a new identity as Las Vegas rabbi David Cohen. But an FBI agent is after him, and Sal really misses his wife and kid. Violence and strong language. 2014.

Run DB79614 8 hours 44 minutes by Andrew Grant Page 71 of 146 read by Jon Lindstrom Highly successful computer consultant and software designer Marc Bowman walks into his job at a major tech company one morning only to find himself fired on the spot, stonewalled by his boss, and ushered out of the building. Then things get much worse. Unrated. Commercial audiobook. 2014.

Angel with a Bullet DB79057 8 hours 45 minutes by M.C. Grant read by Amy Rubinate Wisecracking reporter Dixie Flynn works the San Francisco crime beat. When sheʼs assigned to look into the death of her former lover, artist Diego Chino, Dixieʼs instincts tell her thereʼs more behind the apparent suicide than the police are letting on. Unrated. Commercial audiobook. 2012.

Devil with a Gun DB79058 7 hours 15 minutes by M.C. Grant read by Amy Rubinate Investigating a cryptic classified ad, crime-beat journalist Dixie Flynn finds herself entering the seedy realm of a brutal Russian mobster. Before long, Dixieʼs simple missing-father story has turned into a violent battle of wills as she tries to help a woman escape the mob. Unrated. Commercial audiobook. 2013.

The Walled City DB80309 10 hours 31 minutes by Ryan Graudin read by various narrators Trapped in a brothel inside the Walled City for two years, Mei Yee dreams of escape while watching the other girls fail in their attempts. Meanwhile, Jin Ling lives with street gangs, passing as a boy while searching for her sister Mei Yee. Unrated. Commercial audiobook. For senior high and older readers. 2014.

Saving Grace DB80467 9 hours 26 minutes by Jane Green read by Kristin Allison Grace Chapman dreads the day her novelist husbandʼs assistant is due to leave— knowing she will then face the full brunt of his escalating temper. So Grace is thrilled when Beth arrives—she seems the perfect replacement—until things Page 72 of 146 begin to go horribly wrong. Strong language and some explicit descriptions of sex. 2014.

The Third Rail DB79241 7 hours 5 minutes by Michael Harvey read by Stephen Hoye A woman is shot waiting for her train, a second woman gunned down as she rides an elevated train through the Loop. Then a church becomes the target of a chemical weapons attack. Cynical cop-turned-private-investigator Michael Kelly is there when all hell breaks loose in Chicago. Unrated. Commercial audiobook. 2010.

The Summer of Dead Toys DB79536 11 hours 6 minutes by Antonio Hill read by Mark Bramhall Transplanted Argentine Hector Salgado is a police inspector in Barcelona. While investigating a routine accidental death—a college student who fell from a balcony in one of Barcelonaʼs ritzier neighborhoods—Salgado soon realizes that the teenʼs death was not all that simple. Unrated. Commercial audiobook. 2011.

The Perfect Witness DB80101 11 hours 46 minutes by Iris Johansen read by Emily Maixner After her father, a mob boss, is murdered, sixteen-year-old Teresa Casali is running from men who want to kill her because of her ability to read peopleʼs memories. She is rescued by stranger Andre Mandak, who gives her a new identity—but has plans for her skills. Violence, strong language, and some explicit descriptions of sex. 2014.

Descent DB80525 11 hours 40 minutes by Tim Johnston read by Kristin Allison Eighteen-year-old track star Caitlin Courtland chose a family trip to the Colorado Rockies as a graduation gift. She is running with her sixteen-year-old brother, who is following by bike, when she is abducted. The novel follows each

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Courtland family member during the next two years. Violence, strong language, and some explicit descriptions of sex. 2015.

The Golem of Hollywood DB80073 18 hours 3 minutes by Jonathan Kellerman and Jesse Kellerman read by John Rubinstein Waking up beside a beautiful woman he has no memory of meeting, Detective Jacob Lev investigates a Hollywood Division murder case involving a severed head, an ominous message in Hebrew, and the legend of the Golem of Prague. Unrated. Commercial audiobook. 2014.

Easy Money DB79516 19 hours 45 minutes by Jens Lapidus read by Bruce Turk First book in the Stockholm Noir trilogy. As the paths of two young drug-circuit antiheroes—student JW and Latino ex-con Jorge—intertwine in Stockholm, they find themselves mercilessly pitted against one another in a world where allegiances are hard-won, revenge is hard-fought, and a way out of it all is even harder to come by. Unrated. Commercial audiobook. 2006.

Life Deluxe DB79656 20 hours 24 minutes by Jens Lapidus read by Bruce Turk Finalé of the Stockholm Noir trilogy. The power and respect commanded by Stockholmʼs largest criminal organization may be passed from Serbian crime boss Radovan Kranjic to his twenty-two-year-old daughter. Meanwhile, Deputy Inspector Martin Hägerström has gone deep undercover; and former drug dealer Jorge, who was recently released from prison, plans to pull off an audacious heist and flee the country. Unrated. Commercial audiobook. 2014.

Never Fuck Up DB79517 19 hours 25 minutes by Jens Lapidus read by David Ackroyd Second book in the Stockholm Noir trilogy. Ex-con Mahmud, indebted to a Turkish drug lord, agrees to a brutal job. Niklas—a former security contractor in Page 74 of 146

Iraq—metes out his own particular brand of justice after a murder in his Stockholm building. Thomas, the volatile cop investigating the murder, goes off the grid. Unrated. Commercial audiobook. 2008.

The Second Deadly Sin DB80037 11 hours 43 minutes by Åsa Larsson read by Gabrielle Glaister After the remains of a human hand are discovered inside a bearʼs stomach, a woman in nearby Kurravaara is found viciously murdered in her bed, and her orphaned grandson appears to be missing. Attorney Rebecka Martinsson begins delving into the victimʼs tragic family history. Unrated. Commercial audiobook. 2013.

Until Thy Wrath Be Past DB80038 10 hours 28 minutes by Åsa Larsson read by Gabrielle Glaister When the body of a young woman surfaces in the River Torne in northern Sweden, prosecutor Rebecka Martinsson and police inspector Anna-Maria Mella launch a murder and missing-person investigation that becomes entangled with old rumors of a German supply plane that mysteriously disappeared in 1943. Unrated. Commercial audiobook. 2008.

House of Glass DB80217 7 hours 8 minutes by Sophie Littlefield read by Kristin Allison Jen Glass is having a bad week. Her long-absent father dies, she suspects her laid- off husband of infidelity, and now two men—who seem to know everything about her family—are holding the family hostage until they can withdraw all of their money. Violence, strong language, and some explicit descriptions of sex. 2014.

Mister X DB80330 12 hours 40 minutes by John Lutz read by Scott Brick Five years ago, a killer claimed the lives of six women. Ex-homicide detective Frank Quinn is shocked to see one of the dead women in his office. Actually,

Page 75 of 146 sheʼs the identical twin of the last victim, and she wants Quinn to find her sisterʼs murderer. Unrated. Commercial audiobook. 2010.

The Night Spider DB80415 12 hours 5 minutes by John Lutz read by Scott Brick A serial killer known as the Night Spider murders women while they sleep in their beds behind securely locked doors in high-rise buildings. He leaves his victims wrapped in their bed sheets. The few clues left point to a wall-crawling, glass-cutting predator, who easily eludes the police. Unrated. Commercial audiobook. 2003.

Pulse DB80332 13 hours 20 minutes by John Lutz read by Scott Brick Homicide detective turned PI Frank Quinn has seen this handiwork before: itʼs the work of notorious serial killer Daniel Danielle, who blurs the line between male and female, human and monster. Danielle disappeared ten years ago. Is a copycat repeating the crimes—or has Danielle made a deadly return? Unrated. Commercial audiobook. 2012.

Serial DB80331 14 hours 5 minutes by John Lutz read by Scott Brick Frank Quinn recognizes the victim of a twisted serial killer. Years ago, as a homicide detective, he saved her young life. Now the hunt is on, and Quinn welcomes it. Itʼs not the ritual weapon that makes this killer so disturbing—itʼs who he kills and how he makes them suffer. Unrated. Commercial audiobook. 2011.

Urge to Kill DB80329 13 hours 5 minutes by John Lutz read by Scott Brick Homicide detective Frank Quinn canʼt stay retired in a city terrorized by bloody brutality. Quinn and his team hunt a psychopath who lures beautiful women into a

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Blood of My Blood DB79590 10 hours 55 minutes by Barry Lyga read by Charlie Thurston Jazz Dent, his girlfriend Connie, and his best friend Howie are all facing their own personal horrors involving serial killer escapee Billy Dent and must stop him—to stay alive. Sequel to Game (DB 76683). Violence and strong language. Commercial audiobook. For senior high and older readers. 2014.

The Weight of Blood DB79247 10 hours 0 minutes by Laura McHugh read by various narrators In her Ozark Mountains town, folks still whisper about Lucy Daneʼs mother, a stranger who married Carl Dane and then vanished when Lucy was small. Now almost grown, Lucy experiences another loss when her missing friend is found murdered and placed on display. Unrated. Commercial audiobook. 2014.

K.A.R.M.A. DB79061 6 hours 55 minutes by Grant McKenzie read by Noah Michael Levine Seattle-based freelance photojournalist Tom Hackett is always looking for the perfect front-page splash, but when he stumbles into the bloody path of the mysterious group known as K.A.R.M.A., he quickly discovers that their thirst for revenge is unquenchable—and they wonʼt let anyone get in their way. Unrated. Commercial audiobook. 2011.

Port of Sorrow DB79063 8 hours 20 minutes by Grant McKenzie read by Kris Chung Female impersonator Finnʼs latest stop on the stripper circuit is the coastal town of Port Sorrow. Rookie deputy sheriff Julia Rusk scans the rowdy audience for signs of a suspected serial rapist. A shotgun blast brings these two strangers together as a young stripper bleeds out. Unrated. Commercial audiobook. 2013.

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Switch DB79078 8 hours 3 minutes by Grant McKenzie read by Noah Michael Levine Security guard Sam Whiteʼs life falls apart when he arrives home to a smoking ruin with the bodies of his wife and daughter inside. Then he receives a phone call from a stranger who claims that his wife and child are actually alive and Sam can still save them. Unrated. Commercial audiobook. 2008.

Cobra DB80089 13 hours 37 minutes by Deon Meyer read by Andy Pyle Captain Benny Griessel heads up the team investigating the triple murder surrounding the kidnapping of a heavily guarded Englishman from a guest house in the Cape Town wine country. Meanwhile a pickpocket unwittingly steals something crucial to the case. Originally published in Afrikaans in 2013. Violence, some strong language, and some descriptions of sex. 2014.

Ruin Falls DB79013 11 hours 50 minutes by Jenny Milchman read by Cassandra Campbell Lizʼs husband, Paul, has decided that, despite a strained relationship with his parents, the family should visit their farm in western New York. After a overnight stop at a hotel, Lizʼs children disappear, and then Paul vanishes too. Unrated. Commercial audiobook. 2014.

I Love You More DB79521 10 hours 5 minutes by Jennifer Murphy read by various narrators Picasso Lane is twelve years old when her father, Oliver, is murdered at their summer beach house. Her mother, Diana, is the primary suspect—until the police discover his second wife, and then his third. The women say they have never met—but Picasso knows otherwise. Unrated. Commercial audiobook. 2014.

The Thief and Evil and the Mask DB80071 11 hours 16 minutes by Fuminori Nakamura Page 78 of 146 read by Mark Delgado Two novels translated in 2012 and 2013. The Thief follows a Tokyo pickpocket, while Evil and the Mask features a young man whose father tells him he was created to be a cancer on the world. Originally published in Japanese in 2009 and 2010. Some violence, some strong language, and some explicit descriptions of sex. 2013.

Bad Wolf DB80296 18 hours 48 minutes by Nele Neuhaus read by Erik Sandvold The body of a brutally murdered, unidentified, sixteen-year-old girl washes up on a river bank outside of Frankfurt. Weeks later, a popular TV reporter is attacked, raped, and locked in the trunk of her own car. Inspectors Pia Kirchhoff and Oliver von Bodenstein investigate. Originally published in German in 2012. Some violence and some strong language. 2013.

The Famous and the Dead: A Charlie Hood Novel DB80371 12 hours 14 minutes by T. Jefferson Parker read by David Hartley-Margolin As L.A. sheriffʼs deputy Charlie Hood continues his undercover work with the ATF as Charlie Diamonds, he monitors the dual life of deputy Bradley Jones, son of Hoodʼs late lover. Their lives are turned upside down by a diminutive devil named Mike Finnegan. Violence and strong language. 2013.

Invisible DB79192 9 hours 15 minutes by James Patterson and David Ellis read by various narrators Obsessed with finding the link between hundreds of unsolved kidnappings, rapes, and murders, Emmy Dockery has taken leave from her job as an FBI researcher. Not even Emmyʼs ex-boyfriend, FBI field agent Harrison “Books” Bookman, believes that the cases are connected. Then Emmy finds a piece of evidence that Books canʼt ignore. Unrated. Commercial audiobook. Bestseller. 2014.

Private India: City on Fire DB80030 7 hours 50 minutes by James Patterson Page 79 of 146 read by various narrators Jack Morgan opens the Mumbai branch of his elite detective agency, Private, with top agent Santosh Wagh. Santosh goes on the hunt for a killer who is targeting seemingly unconnected women and placing strange objects at their death scenes in a series of chilling rituals. Unrated. Commercial audiobook. 2014.

Private Vegas DB80414 7 hours 33 minutes by James Patterson and Maxine Paetro read by Jay Snyder Jack Morgan spends most of his time in Los Angeles, where his top investigation firm has its headquarters. But a hunt for two criminals leads him to the city of sin—and to a murder ring that is more seductively threatening than anything heʼs witnessed before. Unrated. Commercial audiobook. 2015.

The Martini Shot: A Novella and Stories DB80249 7 hours 23 minutes by George Pelecanos read by Dion Graham In the title novella, a television cop show writer gets caught up in a drama more real than anything he could have conjured for a script. In one of the collectionʼs short stories, Greek-American Spero Lucas and his wife adopt an interracial trio of sons. Unrated. Commercial audiobook. 2015.

A String of Beads: A Jane Whitefield Novel DB80432 13 hours 32 minutes by Thomas Perry read by Joe Wilson Knowing her skills, Jane Whitefieldʼs Seneca tribe asks for her help when her childhood friend Jimmy is framed for murder. Learning that men have been placed in jail to kill Jimmy, she and Jimmy go on the run. Violence, some strong language, and some descriptions of sex. 2015.

The Lost Island: A Gideon Crew Novel DB79534 10 hours 52 minutes by Douglas Preston and Lincoln Child read by David Collins

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Gideon Crew—brilliant scientist and master thief—accepts a mission to steal a page from the priceless Book of Kells, on display in New York City. Afterwards, Gideon realizes that hidden beneath the pageʼs illustration is a treasure map from the time of the ancient Greeks. Unrated. Commercial audiobook. 2014.

The 6th Extinction: A Sigma Force Novel DB79819 14 hours 7 minutes by James Rollins read by Jeff Allin A military research station buried in the remote Sierra Nevada Mountains broadcasts a frantic distress call that ends with a chilling order: “Thereʼs been a breach. Failsafe initiated. No matter the outcome: Kill us . . . kill us all.” Now the Sigma team must contend with the apocalyptic aftermath. Violence. Bestseller. 2014.

Subterranean DB80007 15 hours 0 minutes by James Rollins read by John Polk Archaeologist Ashley Carter and a team of specialists attempt to explore a subterranean labyrinth deep beneath the Antarctic ice. They soon discover that the deadly maze holds things that should not be disturbed. Violence and strong language. 1999.

Deadline DB79802 10 hours 41 minutes by John Sandford read by John Polk After a college friend persuades Virgil Flowers to help his rural neighbors by investigating a series of dognappings, Virgil discovers a meth lab in the area. Meanwhile, attempts by the local school board to hide its corruption lead to a reporterʼs murder. Violence, strong language, and some descriptions of sex. 2014.

Whiskey Tango Foxtrot DB79390 15 hours 13 minutes by David Shafer read by Bernard Setaro Clark Non-profit worker and kindergarten teacher Leila Majnoun, trust-fund baby Leo Crane, and drug-addicted self-help guru Mark Deveraux are caught up in an ideological war between the Committee—an international organization Page 81 of 146 controlling the media—and its rival, Dear Diary. Trust is at a premium. Unrated. Commercial audiobook. 2014.

Angelʼs Gate DB79238 9 hours 53 minutes by P.G. Sturges read by P.G. Sturges Dick Henry—a.k.a. the Shortcut Man—is drawn into a case involving aging Los Angeles movie mogul Howard Hogue, who keeps a stable of young starlets available for his highly ritualized private attentions. Henry is retained by the sister of a young woman who has gone missing. Unrated. Commercial audiobook. 2013.

Tribulations of the Shortcut Man DB79240 6 hours 30 minutes by P.G. Sturges read by P.G. Sturges In this follow-up to Shortcut Man (DB 74310) fixer Dick Henry reluctantly provides assistance to an old girlfriend, pole dancer Pussy Grace, when her rich developer septuagenarian boyfriend inexplicably cuts off communication with her. Unrated. Commercial audiobook. 2012.

Black Irish DB79395 10 hours 0 minutes by Stephan Talty read by David H. Lawrence XVII Absalom “Abbie” Kearney—the adopted daughter of a revered cop—has returned to South Buffalo as a police detective after graduating from Harvard. The investigation of a sadistic killing in a church basement takes a shocking twist into her own familyʼs past. Unrated. Commercial audiobook. 2013.

Hangman DB79396 10 hours 40 minutes by Stephan Talty read by David H. Lawrence XVII Pursuing an escaped serial killer to the city limits of Buffalo, homicide detective Abbie Kearney is horrified when teenage girls begin to go missing, a situation that reveals precinct corruption and suggests that the killer is being helped. Unrated. Commercial audiobook. 2014.

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Veronica Mars: Mr. Kiss and Tell DB80344 10 hours 9 minutes by Rob Thomas and Jennifer Graham read by Rebecca Lowman The Neptune Grand has always been the seaside townʼs ritziest hotel, despite numerous shady dealings and high-profile scandals. But when a woman claims that she was brutally assaulted in one of its rooms and left for dead by a staff member, the owners turn to PI Veronica Mars for help. Unrated. Commercial audiobook. 2014.

Helsinki Noir DB80558 9 hours 16 minutes edited by James Thompson read by various narrators Helsinkiʼs endless fjords, bays, and islands offer plenty of places to dump a body and—with less than six hours of winter daylight—hiding in dark corners is easy. These fourteen stories include Jukka Petäjäʼs “Snowy Sarcophagus,” in which two womenʼs bodies are discovered preserved in life-size snowmen. Translated from the Finnish. Unrated. Commercial audiobook. 2014.

Troubled Daughters, Twisted Wives: Stories from the Trailblazers of Domestic Suspense DB79727 10 hours 56 minutes by Sarah Weinman read by Nicola Daval Collection of fourteen previously published stories of crime fiction by women from the 1940s to the 1970s. Includes “The Heroine” by Patricia Highsmith, author of The Talented Mr. Ripley (DB 50315), where a young woman is hired to be a nanny and dreams of being more. Some violence. 2013.

Eyes on You DB80086 9 hours 58 minutes by Kate White read by Carol Dines A vicious anonymous note at the book-launch party of popular entertainment show cohost Robin Trainer is the beginning of someoneʼs relentless attack campaign against her. Soon Robin is unemployed and fearing for her life. Strong language, some violence, and some explicit descriptions of sex. 2014.

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Night Vision DB80500 10 hours 20 minutes by Randy Wayne White read by George Guidall A lot is going on in the trailer park known as Little Guadalajara, inhabited principally by illegal laborers. When a teenage girl witnesses the park manager killing a man, her only hope for survival is Doc Ford. Unrated. Commercial audiobook. 2011.

Donʼt Talk to Strangers DB79263 13 hours 10 minutes by Amanda Kyle Williams read by Ann Marie Lee Two bodies are found in the Whisper, Georgia, woods—one recently dead, the other decayed from a decade of exposure to the elements. The sheriff needs help tracking down this experienced predator who abducts girls and holds them for months before ending their lives. Enter ex-FBI profiler Keye Street. Unrated. Commercial audiobook. 2014.

Insatiable Appetites DB80459 7 hours 0 minutes by Stuart Woods read by Tony Roberts Stone Barringtonʼs recent venture has achieved a great victory, but he is faced with a new challenge—an underhanded foe. Meanwhile, when Stone finds himself responsible for distributing the estate of a respected friend and mentor, the process reveals secrets that range from merely surprising to outright alarming. Unrated. Commercial audiobook. 2015.

I Am the Weapon: The Unknown Assassin DB79183 7 hours 20 minutes by Allen Zadoff read by John Salwin Sixteen-year-old Boy Nobody, an assassin controlled by the Program, a clandestine group, considers sabotaging his latest mission, because his target reminds him of the normal life he craves. Unrated. Commercial audiobook. For senior high and older readers. 2013.

Cartwheel DB79259 14 hours 27 minutes Page 84 of 146 by Jennifer duBois read by Emily Rankin When Lily Hayes arrives in Buenos Aires for her semester abroad, she is enchanted by everything she encounters. Five weeks later, her rather boring roommate Katy is found brutally murdered in their shared home, and Lily is the prime suspect. Unrated. Commercial audiobook. 2013.

War Stories The Narrow Road to the Deep North DB80095 12 hours 39 minutes by Richard Flanagan read by Peter Johnson Seventy-seven-year-old Dorrigo Evans thinks back on his life and relives his time in a Japanese POW camp, where he served as a surgeon, trying to save fellow prisoners from injury and cholera. Strong language, some violence, and some descriptions of sex. Man Booker Prize. Bestseller. 2013.

The Human Body DB80170 10 hours 20 minutes by Paolo Giordano read by Edoardo Ballerini Afghanistan. Members of a platoon of Italian soldiers ruminate on their lives back home even as they fight the Taliban. Lieutenant Egitto thinks about his family and past romantic failures. Roberto also considers family and becomes friendly with Cederna, an older soldier who looks forward to battle. Unrated. Commercial audiobook. 2014.

Neverhome DB79591 5 hours 30 minutes by Laird Hunt read by Mary Stuart Masterson Ash Thompson wears the uniform of a Union soldier and through many exploits becomes a legend among the other soldiers. But Ash hides a secret. Ash is really a runaway farmerʼs wife—Constance. After witnessing the horrors of war, Ash must decide whether to become Constance again. Unrated. Commercial audiobook. 2014.

Redeployment DB78988 8 hours 23 minutes by Phil Klay Page 85 of 146 read by Chuck Young Twelve stories about soldiers at war in Iraq and Afghanistan, and their personal struggles to become reintegrated into society at home. In the title story, a soldier who had to shoot dogs on the battlefield must readjust to life in suburban America. Violence. 2014.

Westerns Once They Wore the Gray DB80003 6 hours 10 minutes by Johnny D. Boggs read by Jack Fox To escape the brutal conditions of prisoner-of-war camps, Confederate soldier Gil Metairie and his comrades enlist in the Union Army to join the fighting in the West. Calling themselves the Galvanized Yankees, they discover they must fight not only Indians, but their fellow soldiers. Violence and some strong language. 2001.

Twisted Hills DB80009 6 hours 0 minutes by Ralph Cotton read by Jack Fox Arizona Ranger Sam Burrack crosses over the border into Agua Fría, Mexico, with hopes that, disguised as a gunslinger, he can rile the leaders of the townʼs two rival gangs into fighting each other to death. Violence and strong language. 2014.

Savage Territory, Snake River Slaughter, Dakota Ambush DB79755 24 hours 57 minutes by William W. Johnstone read by John Polk Books four through six, written between 2009 and 2011, in the series featuring Matt, who was adopted by Smoke Jensen after his family was slaughtered. Matt continues to fight Wild West outlaws, and—in Dakota Ambush—a ruthless English lord. Violence, strong language, and some descriptions of sex. 2011.

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Adult Nonfiction

Animals and Wildlife The Possibility Dogs: What a Handful of “Unadoptables” Taught Me about Service, Hope, and Healing DB80097 9 hours 50 minutes by Susannah Charleson read by Mare Trevathan Canine search-and-rescue team member describes her career change into training abandoned dogs to assist with a variety of psychiatric conditions, including PTSD and panic attacks. Charleson reveals the personalities of the various dogs she has met, saved, adopted, and trained, including her original search dog and a starving pit-bull puppy. Strong language. 2014.

Biography American Saint: The Life of Elizabeth Seton DB79759 11 hours 1 minute by Joan Barthel read by Margaret Strom Barthel, collaborator on Girl Singer (DB 49352), details the life of Elizabeth Anne Seton (1744–1821), the first American-born saint of the Catholic Church. Describes Setonʼs early life in Revolutionary New York, her marriage and widowhood, her conversion, and her efforts in starting the first Catholic school in America. 2014.

Abraham Lincoln: A Life; Volume One DB79440 55 hours 15 minutes by Michael Burlingame read by Kerry Dukin Details the life of sixteenth president of the United States Abraham Lincoln (1809–1865). This first volume covers Lincolnʼs early childhood as a farm boy in Indiana and Illinois, his troubled relationship with his father, his legal training and political ambitions, and his great personal transformation. 2008.

The Extraordinary Life of Rebecca West DB79387 11 hours 55 minutes by Lorna Gibb read by Laura Giannarelli

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Using Westʼs correspondence, personal papers, media interviews, and conversations with her friends and employees, examines the life of England-born author, journalist, suffragist, and critic Cicely Isabel Fairfield (1892–1983)— otherwise known as Rebecca West. West—whose novels include The Fountain Overflows (DB 54605)—had a son with H.G. Wells. 2014.

Rebel Yell: The Violence, Passion, and Redemption of Stonewall Jackson DB80230 26 hours 46 minutes by S.C. Gwynne read by Mary Kane Author of Empire of the Summer Moon (DB 71705) examines the eventful and tragic life of legendary Stonewall Jackson (1824–1863). As a member of the Confederate pantheon, he embodies the romantic southern notion of the virtuous lost cause. Gwynne provides insight into Jacksonʼs innovative strategies, battle performance, and personal life. 2014.

The Blue Cotton Gown: A Midwifeʼs Memoir DB80676 9 hours 5 minutes by Patricia Harman read by Abby Craden Memoir of Patricia Harman, a nurse-midwife, who manages a womenʼs health clinic with her husband, Tom, an ob-gyn, in West Virginia—a practice where patients open their hearts, where they find care and sometimes refuge. Unrated. Commercial audiobook. 2009.

Pimp: The Story of My Life DB79726 10 hours 29 minutes by Iceberg Slim read by Julian Thompson Autobiography of Iceberg Slim (1918–1992), born Robert Beck in Chicago. At the age of eighteen, he was initiated into the life of the pimp. After several stints in jail, Slim gave up the life and turned to writing. Violence, strong language, and explicit descriptions of sex. 1969.

Fierce Patriot: The Tangled Lives of William Tecumseh Sherman DB79744 15 hours 25 minutes by Robert L. OʼConnell read by Andy Pyle Historian examines the life of William Tecumseh Sherman (1820–1891), Union general during the Civil War. Details Shermanʼs family history and military Page 88 of 146 exploits, including the March to the Sea and Indian Wars campaigns. Explores the impact of his outsized personality and private life on his military career and vice versa. Some violence. 2014.

Eliot Ness: The Rise and Fall of an American Hero DB79937 13 hours 52 minutes by Douglas Perry read by Jason Culp Comprehensive portrait of Chicago Bureau of Prohibition agent Eliot Ness (1903–1957), the legendary leader of the Untouchables. Documents the years after his famous confrontation with Al Capone in Chicago, his attempts to end corruption in Cleveland, and his efforts to track the serial murderer called the Cleveland Torso Killer. 2014.

The Autumn Balloon DB80626 7 hours 10 minutes by Kenny Porpora read by Kenny Porpora Porpora describes his life growing up with an alcoholic mother and an older father whom his mother accused of pedophilia and abuse. Discusses his itinerant childhood as custody was switched from parent to parent, the few friendships he developed in school, and the realization of his sexuality. Unrated. Commercial audiobook. 2015.

The Literary Churchill: Author, Reader, Actor DB79725 27 hours 42 minutes by Jonathan Rose read by George Holmes Scholar explores the life of Winston Churchill (1874–1965) as a statesman and author. Reveals the profound influence of literature and theater on Churchillʼs personal story and on the decisions he made throughout his political career. Analyzes key writings and their public reception: Churchill won the Nobel Prize for Literature in 1953. 2014.

The Thirteenth Gift: A True Story of a Christmas Miracle DB80286 5 hours 27 minutes by Joanne Huist Smith read by Joanne Huist Smith Journalist describes receiving mysterious gifts on the twelve days leading up to her first Christmas alone following the death of her husband. Details her efforts, Page 89 of 146 with the help of her three children, to identify the sender of the gifts, and the impact the gifts had on them. Unrated. Commercial audiobook. 2014.

About Alice DB80573 1 hour 20 minutes by Calvin Trillin read by Calvin Trillin Humorist, columnist for the New Yorker, and author of Messages from My Father (DB 42375) reflects on life with his wife Alice, who died in 2001. Discusses how they first met, their marriage, her battle with lung cancer in 1976, and her work in public television production. Unrated. Commercial audiobook. 2006.

Love without Limits: A Remarkable Story of True Love Conquering All DB80288 7 hours 45 minutes by Nick Vujicic and Kanae Vujicic read by various narrators In this follow-up to Life without Limits (DB 72475), Nick, an Australian motivational speaker born without limbs, and his Mexican wife Kanae tell their story of meeting, falling in love, marrying, and starting a family. Unrated. Commercial audiobook. 2014.

Blindness and Physical Disabilities Not Fade Away: A Memoir of Senses Lost and Found DB80043 7 hours 59 minutes by Rebecca Alexander read by Kate Kiley Autobiography of a woman born with Usherʼs syndrome, a genetic condition that causes the gradual loss of hearing and vision. Chronicles the progression of her condition, describes dealing with her diagnosis as a young adult, and recounts a devastating accident that left every bone in her body broken. 2014.

For Younger Readers: Braille and Talking Books, 2012–2013 DB80116 9 hours 47 minutes by National Library Service for the Blind and Physically Handicapped read by Lou Harpenau Catalog of books for young people, from preschool to high school, produced in braille and digital talking-book formats by the National Library Service for the Blind and Physically Handicapped from 2012 to 2013. Includes separate sections for print/braille, very young readers, young adults, and books in Spanish. 2014. Page 90 of 146

Business and Economics #Girlboss DB79697 4 hours 43 minutes by Sophia Amoruso read by Sara Jes Austell Founder, CEO, and creative director of Nasty Gal tells how, starting as a seller on eBay, she expanded her online enterprise to a one-hundred-million-dollar business with 350 employees. Discusses her personal growth and financial history. Unrated. Commercial audiobook. Bestseller. 2014.

Marissa Mayer and the Fight to Save Yahoo! DB80456 11 hours 20 minutes by Nicholas Carlson read by Kiff VandenHeuvel Journalist profiles the CEO of Yahoo and reviews her first years in the position. Discusses Mayerʼs experiences as an executive at Google, the fevered reception that greeted her at Yahoo, and controversial decisions she has made. Unrated. Commercial audiobook. 2015.

The Billionaireʼs Apprentice: The Rise of the Indian-American Elite and the Fall of the Galleon Hedge Fund DB79596 16 hours 35 minutes by Anita Raghavan read by Dan Woren Journalist examines the rise of Indian Americans in corporate America, and focuses specifically on the trials of Raj Rajaratnam and Rajat Kumar Gupta for insider trading. Discusses how ties formed in school provided them with access to confidential information. Unrated. Commercial audiobook. 2013.

Uncontainable: How Passion, Commitment, and Conscious Capitalism Built a Business Where Everyone Thrives DB80293 7 hours 29 minutes by Kip Tindell read by Kip Tindell Chairman and CEO of the Container Store explains how, in 1978, he and his partners implemented their recognition that people were eager to find solutions to save both space and time. Discusses the companyʼs values-based business philosophy, centering on employee satisfaction, responsive customer service, and strict merchandising. Unrated. Commercial audiobook. 2014. Page 91 of 146

Cooking The Third Plate: Field Notes on the Future of Food DB79661 14 hours 35 minutes by Dan Barber read by Dan Barber Chef observes two historical stages of the American dining experience: the first was dominated by industrially produced meat; the second comprised grass-fed meat and organic greens. Barber proposes progression to a third stage based on seasonal productivity, whole grains, and small portions of locally available free- range meats. Unrated. Commercial audiobook. 2014.

Bon Appetempt: A Coming-of-Age Story (with Recipes!) DB80637 8 hours 46 minutes by Amelia Morris read by Amelia Morris Food bloggerʼs memoir of significant events in her life and the part played by cooking. Discusses beginning her blog after a chocolate cake disaster on Christmas, and tells of having an essay—that was originally rejected by another publication—named a best culinary essay on Saveurʼs food blog awards. Unrated. Commercial audiobook. 2015.

Delancey: A Man, a Woman, a Restaurant, a Marriage DB79560 6 hours 38 minutes by Molly Wizenberg read by Laura Godfrey Dunlop Food blogger reflects on opening a pizzeria with her husband—the one passionate about it—a little over a year after they were first married. Discusses selecting a site, renovating it, hiring staff, and running the restaurant while balancing their relationship. 2014.

Crime Blood Will Out: The True Story of a Murder, a Mystery, and a Masquerade DB78624 7 hours 30 minutes by Walter Kirn read by Ray Hagen Kirn, author of Up in the Air (DB 53856), recounts his fifteen-year long-distance friendship with a man he knew as Clark Rockefeller. Relates learning in 2008 that the man was an imposter and was wanted for a 1985 murder. Explores the clues Kirn overlooked. Bestseller. 2014. Page 92 of 146

Ghettoside: A True Story of Murder in America DB80674 13 hours 27 minutes by Jill Leovy read by Rebecca Lowman The kaleidoscopic story of the quintessential, but mostly ignored, American murder—one young black man slaying another—and driven detectives like John Skaggs, whose creed is to pursue justice for forgotten victims at all costs. Unrated. Commercial audiobook. 2015.

Little Demon in the City of Light: A True Story of Murder and Mesmerism in Belle Epoque Paris DB79028 11 hours 8 minutes by Steven Levingston read by John Lee Covers the gruesome 1889 murder of French court official Toussaint-Augustin Gouffé by con man Michel Eyraud and his mistress Gabrielle Bompard, the international manhunt, and the sensational trial that addressed the limits of hypnotic power. Unrated. Commercial audiobook. 2014.

Met Her on the Mountain: A Forty-Year Quest to Solve the Appalachian Cold-Case Murder of Nancy Morgan DB80322 8 hours 24 minutes by Mark I. Pinsky read by Kurt Elftmann Journalist reexamines the 1970 murder of federal antipoverty worker Nancy Dean Morgan, found naked, hogtied, and strangled in the backseat of her car in Madison County in the Blue Ridge Mountains of North Carolina. Pinsky outlines the inept investigation that followed and his own years-long quest for the truth. Some strong language. 2013.

Diet and Nutrition Iʼll Have What Sheʼs Having: My Adventures in Celebrity Dieting DB80412 2 hours 30 minutes by Rebecca Harrington read by Rebecca Harrington Harrington describes, undertakes, and evaluates a variety of diets and nutritional plans endorsed by celebrities throughout the twentieth and twenty-first centuries. Examines diets touted by Beyoncé, Karl Lagerfeld, Greta Garbo, Gwyneth

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Paltrow, Elizabeth Taylor, Marilyn Monroe, Victoria Beckham, and Sophia Loren, among others. Unrated. Commercial audiobook. 2015.

The DASH Diet Younger You: Shed Twenty Years—and Pounds—in Just Ten Weeks DB80471 4 hours 37 minutes by Marla Heller read by Courtney Patterson Provides tips on how to enjoy a diet of antioxidant-rich superfoods, satisfying plant-based meals, and foods that promote healthy gut bacteria. Author claims the regimen will lead to visible and measurable results—including lowering blood pressure and cholesterol without medication. Unrated. Commercial audiobook. 2014.

Education Ebony and Ivy: Race, Slavery, and the Troubled History of Americaʼs Universities DB79325 12 hours 5 minutes by Craig Steven Wilder read by Chuck Young Examination of the development of the American academic system and its active involvement in the suppression of non-white culture and the institution of slavery. Discusses the economic impact on the American college and the perceived mission to evangelize and convert non-Christians. 2013.

Family No-Drama Discipline: The Whole-Brain Way to Calm the Chaos and Nurture Your Childʼs Developing Mind DB79879 8 hours 20 minutes by Daniel J. Siegel and Tina Payne Bryson read by various narrators The authors of The Whole-Brain Child (DB 74711)—a clinical professor of psychiatry and a pediatric and adolescent psychotherapist—explore the child- raising challenge of discipline. They explain how to reach your child, redirect emotions, and turn a meltdown into an opportunity for growth. Unrated. Commercial audiobook. 2014.

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DB80289 11 hours 55 minutes by Maeve Binchy read by Kate Binchy Five decades of selected writings published in the Irish Times by the bestselling novelist, self-described as “obsessively interested in what some might consider the trivia of other peopleʼs lives.” Topics include the royal wedding, boring airplane companions, Samuel Beckett, Margaret Thatcher, senior moments, and life as a waitress. Unrated. Commercial audiobook. 2014.

Government and Politics One Nation: What We Can All Do to Save Americaʼs Future DB79695 6 hours 20 minutes by Ben Carson and Candy Carson read by Prentice Onayemi Conservative commentator and doctor shares his vision for the United States to deal with the challenges he sees as threatening the future of the country: growing national debt, poor education, Obamacare, and media elitism. Unrated. Commercial audiobook. Bestseller. 2014.

Liberalism: The Life of an Idea DB79838 20 hours 10 minutes by Edmund Fawcett read by Bill Burton Journalist examines the history and development of liberal principles in the political sphere. Details liberalismʼs early years in Europe through the thinking of Guizot, Tocqueville, and Spencer. Discusses its maturation, from the late 1800s through the mid-twentieth century, and assesses its standing in the early twenty- first century. 2014.

Flashpoints DB80683 11 hours 43 minutes by George Friedman read by various narrators Author of The Next 100 Years (DB 68611) examines the state of Europe in the twentieth and twenty-first centuries. Discusses the impacts of World Wars I and II, the Cold War, and the formation of the European Union. Theorizes about its coming future. Unrated. Commercial audiobook. 2015.

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Stress Test: Reflections on Financial Crises DB78954 18 hours 25 minutes by Timothy F. Geithner read by Timothy F. Geithner Former United States Secretary of the Treasury (2009–2013) shares his personal journey to becoming one of the worldʼs financial leaders. Examines his experiences with New York financial markets and how those experiences influenced his decisions as head of the Treasury. Unrated. Commercial audiobook. Bestseller. 2014.

Enough: Our Fight to Keep America Safe from Gun Violence DB80042 7 hours 43 minutes by Gabrielle Giffords and Mark Kelly read by Erik Synnestvedt Former United States Congresswoman who survived an assassination attempt and her husband, a former astronaut, discuss their efforts to enact responsible gun- ownership legislation. Relates the shooting attack on Giffords left six dead and thirteen injured, and assesses the influence of the National Rifle Association. Some violence. 2014.

Off the Sidelines: Raise Your Voice, Change the World DB79420 6 hours 40 minutes by Kirsten Gillibrand read by various narrators Gillibrand (born 1966), who assumed Hillary Clintonʼs senate seat in 2009, discusses what led her into public service. Advocates for political activism by women at all levels—from local parent-teacher associations to federal office. Includes a foreword by Hillary Clinton. Unrated. Commercial audiobook. 2014.

Worthy Fights: A Memoir of Leadership in War and Peace DB79829 19 hours 30 minutes by Leon Panetta read by Leon Panetta American statesman, lawyer, and professor recalls his nearly fifty years of government and public service. Panetta reflects on the values that guided his efforts under several administrations—as a member of Congress, White House chief of staff, CIA director, and secretary of defense. Unrated. Commercial audiobook. 2014.

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The Way Forward: Renewing the American Idea DB79834 9 hours 30 minutes by Paul Ryan read by various narrators Wisconsin congressman and one-time Republican candidate for vice-president outlines his political vision for the United States. Analyzes the 2012 presidential election and the state of the Republican Party in the twenty-first century. Critiques the progressive movement and offers his plan for the future. Unrated. Commercial audiobook. Bestseller. 2014.

Rise of ISIS: A Threat We Canʼt Ignore DB80487 2 hours 46 minutes by Jay Sekulow read by Michael Scherer Attorney Sekulow details research into the practices, financing, and organization of terrorist groups, especially the Islamic State of Iraq and Syria (ISIS) and Hamas. Discusses the development of the Islamic State among groups competing for followers such as al Qaeda, and ways locals are fighting back. Some violence. Bestseller. 2014.

On His Own Terms: A Life of Nelson Rockefeller DB79827 40 hours 55 minutes by Richard Norton Smith read by Paul Michael Historian examines the life of former vice president Nelson Rockefeller (1908– 1979). Details his early childhood as a grandson of oil magnate John D. Rockefeller, early political career, bids for the presidency, and personal life. Unrated. Commercial audiobook. 2014.

Shirley Chisholm: Catalyst for Change DB80203 9 hours 16 minutes by Barbara Winslow read by Madelyn Buzzard Biography of Shirley Chisholm (1924–2005), who, in 1968, became the first African-American woman elected to Congress. Describes her early childhood in Brooklyn and Barbados, years as a teacher and community activist, work as a New York state legislator, and campaign for president of the United States in 1972. 2014.

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Humor Food: A Love Story DB79832 7 hours 20 minutes by Jim Gaffigan read by Jim Gaffigan Stand-up comedian and author of Dad Is Fat (DB 76916) Gaffigan discusses his love and hatred of a variety of foods favored in the American diet, including bacon, McDonaldʼs, Cinnabon, Hot Pockets, and kale. Ruminates on why coconut water was invented and how bread is ranked. Unrated. Commercial audiobook. 2014.

Good Talk, Dad: The Birds and the Bees . . . and Other Conversations We Forgot to Have DB79190 5 hours 40 minutes by Bill Geist and Willie Geist read by various narrators Father-and-son TV hosts and bestselling authors share humorous stories of their relationship in a bantering back-and-forth style, riffing on everything from music and sports to summer camp, driving lessons, and family life. Unrated. Commercial audiobook. Bestseller. 2013.

Journalism and the Media Deadline Artists: Americaʼs Greatest Newspaper Columns DB78377 21 hours 18 minutes edited by John Avlon and others read by Conrad Feininger More than one hundred and fifty newspaper articles and columns published between 1757—an item by Benjamin Franklin in Poor Richardʼs Almanack—and 2011. Includes pieces by Damon Runyon, Walter Lippmann, Jimmy Breslin, Pete Hamill, Mike Royko, Herb Caen, Erma Bombeck, Molly Ivins, Hunter S. Thompson, William Raspberry, Kathleen Parker, and others. 2011.

Blue-Eyed Boy: A Memoir DB79842 8 hours 56 minutes by Robert Timberg read by Jack Fox Retired journalist for the Baltimore Sun and author of John McCain (DB 49113) reflects on his life, beginning with his time at the Naval Academy. Discusses his Page 98 of 146 service in Vietnam—which resulted in severe facial injuries days before he was to return home. Considers his journalism career and personal life. 2014.

Legal Issues Law of the Jungle: The $19 Billion Legal Battle over Oil in the Rain Forest and the Lawyer Whoʼd Stop at Nothing to Win DB79888 9 hours 0 minutes by Paul Barrett read by Joe Ochman Journalist investigates the case filed in 1993 against Texaco—later acquired by Chevron—on behalf of a group of Ecuadorian Indians by Steven Donziger, only two years out of law school. Details the history of the case, the high-value judgment, and the countersuit against Donziger. Unrated. Commercial audiobook. 2014.

Forcing the Spring: Inside the Fight for Marriage Equality DB80237 15 hours 0 minutes by Jo Becker read by Jamie Leonhart Pulitzer Prize-winner Becker explores the history of the court battles over California Proposition 8, which outlawed gay marriage. Details the personalities involved on both sides of the issue as well as within the judiciary. Examines simultaneous deliberations regarding the Defense of Marriage Act at the federal level. Unrated. Commercial audiobook. 2014.

Uncertain Justice: The Roberts Court and the Constitution DB79753 13 hours 37 minutes by Laurence Tribe and Joshua Matz read by Jack Fox Constitutional law professors analyze the decisions made by the Supreme Court led by Chief Justice John Roberts. Argues the Court has played a critical role in redefining American life and liberties with decisions on issues such as healthcare, campaign finance reform, freedom of speech, and presidential power. 2014.

Literature Insurrections of the Mind: 100 Years of Politics and Culture in America DB80025 20 hours 35 minutes edited by Franklin Foer read by Robert Sams Page 99 of 146

Centenary collection of more than fifty essays originally published in the New Republic magazine, covering one hundred years of American liberalism. In “The Birth-Control Raid,” Margaret Sanger exposes the violation of civil liberties in an unlawful 1929 raid on the Birth Control Clinical Research Bureau in New York City. 2014.

The Best American Essays, 2010 DB79618 11 hours 37 minutes edited by Christopher Hitchens read by Mare Trevathan Collection of twenty-one essays selected by the late Hitchens, author of Mortality (DB 75452). Includes “Speaking in Tongues” by Zadie Smith, author of NW (DB 75525), in which she discusses the ways people change how they speak to be more accepted by the predominant cultural community. 2010.

Portrait inside My Head: Essays DB80168 12 hours 29 minutes by Phillip Lopate read by Gary Telles Literary critic and essayist, author of Portrait of My Body (DB 45241), discusses his relationships over the years with people—including his rivalry with radio-host brother Leonard—places, ideas, and things. Examines how his life has changed over the years. Some strong language. 2013.

A Slip of the Keyboard: Collected Nonfiction DB79880 9 hours 10 minutes by Terry Pratchett read by Michael Fenton Stevens Collection of nonfiction writings—the earliest dating from the 1970s—by the author of the Discworld series, which includes Raising Steam (DB 78642). Discusses his work and how he has dealt with Alzheimerʼs. Foreword by Neil Gaiman, Pratchettʼs co-author of Good Omens (DB 37043). Unrated. Commercial audiobook. 2014.

Tibetan Peach Pie: A True Account of an Imaginative Life DB79326 13 hours 35 minutes by Tom Robbins read by Don Hagen Author of Even Cowgirls Get the Blues (DB 14636) and Wild Ducks Flying Backward (DB 61310) shares his unconventional life, from growing up in Page 100 of 146

Appalachia during the Great Depression to moving to the West Coast during the 1960s and starting his career as a novelist. 2014.

Medicine and Health Special Heart: A Journey of Faith, Hope, Courage, and Love DB79239 8 hours 55 minutes by Bret Baier read by Bret Baier A journalist describes caring for his critically ill newborn son, who needed three open-heart surgeries and seven angioplasties. Baier reflects on past challenges as he looks forward with hope, chronicling his path to national prominence as a television anchor, as well as this unexpected journey. Unrated. Commercial audiobook. 2014.

Shrinkage: Manhood, Marriage, and the Tumor That Tried to Kill Me DB79421 8 hours 53 minutes by Bryan Bishop read by Bryan Bishop The author recounts getting diagnosed at thirty with an inoperable brain tumor, just as his career on The Adam Carolla Show was taking off and he was newly engaged. Suddenly facing a troubling schedule of radiation and chemotherapy, Bishop found refuge in comedy. Unrated. Commercial audiobook. 2014.

Americaʼs Bitter Pill: Money, Politics, Backroom Deals, and the Fight to Fix Our Broken Healthcare System DB80458 17 hours 10 minutes by Steven Brill read by Dan Woren Prize-winning journalistʼs sweeping narrative of how the Affordable Care Act, or Obamacare, was written, how it is being implemented, and how it is changing— and failing to change—the rampant abuses in the healthcare industry. Unrated. Commercial audiobook. 2015.

The Best Care Possible: A Physicianʼs Quest to Transform Care through the End of Life DB80088 9 hours 43 minutes by Ira Byock read by Jack Fox Medical doctor specializing in hospice and palliative care outlines strategies for preparing and carrying out end-of-life plans for oneself and for loved ones. Page 101 of 146

Discusses complex matters, from whether to issue “do not resuscitate” orders to what hospice care means and the state of twenty-first-century medicine. 2012.

The Man Who Touched His Own Heart: True Tales of Science, Surgery, and Mystery DB80625 12 hours 5 minutes by Robert Dunn read by Robert Fass Biologist Dunn chronicles the history of cardiac research and treatment, from the ancient Greek healer Galen and Leonardo da Vinci to Nobel laureate Werner Forssmann, who catheterized his own heart while under local anesthetic in 1929. Discusses folklore and myth surrounding the heart, as well as research into its workings. Unrated. Commercial audiobook. 2015.

The Diet Fix: Why Diets Fail and How to Make Yours Work DB79030 9 hours 31 minutes by Yoni Freedhoff read by Yoni Freedhoff Obesity specialist describes his program for breaking down the negative thought patterns that prevent people from losing weight and keeping it off. Instructs how to maintain a healthy, enjoyable lifestyle while making any weight-loss diet more effective. Unrated. Commercial audiobook. 2014.

Being Mortal: Medicine and What Matters in the End DB80380 9 hours 33 minutes by Atul Gawande read by Gary Telles Surgeon and author of Complications (DB 56061) and The Checklist Manifesto (DB 70422) examines the state of end-of-life care in the twenty-first century. Discusses medical advances that have extended life expectancy, the limited training of physicians on discussing mortality with patients and family members, and ways to be honest. Bestseller. 2014.

Run, Donʼt Walk: The Curious and Chaotic Life of a Physical Therapist inside Walter Reed Army Medical Center DB79814 8 hours 44 minutes by Adele Levine read by Nancy Lynne Walters Physical therapist describes her time working at Walter Reed Army Medical Center from 2005 to 2011. Shares the stories of many patients, often amputees Page 102 of 146 injured due to improvised explosive devices (IEDs) in Iraq or Afghanistan. Explains the impact of her work on her personal life. 2014.

It Was Me All Along DB80250 7 hours 17 minutes by Andie Mitchell read by Andie Mitchell Memoir of weight loss by a young food blogger who battled body-image issues and overcame food addiction and secretive eating to find self-acceptance. Unrated. Commercial audiobook. 2015.

A Breast Cancer Alphabet DB79029 2 hours 33 minutes by Madhulika Sikka read by Madhulika Sikka News executive and breast cancer survivor offers a navigation guide to the road from diagnosis to treatment and beyond in hopes of demystifying breast cancer for others. Unrated. Commercial audiobook. 2014.

Music Play On: Now, Then, and Fleetwood Mac; the Autobiography DB79769 10 hours 19 minutes by Mick Fleetwood and Anthony Bozza read by various narrators Founder of Fleetwood Mac, drummer Fleetwood shares his early life in Cornwall, England, the early days of the band with original members John McVie and Peter Green, and the transition to the current lineup, which includes Stevie Nicks, Lindsay Buckingham, and Christine McVie. Unrated. Commercial audiobook. 2014.

Herbie Hancock: Possibilities DB80338 12 hours 35 minutes by Herbie Hancock read by Herbie Hancock Grammy Award-winner Hancock (born 1940) reflects on his life and career. Discusses growing up on Chicagoʼs South Side, discovering music and jazz, playing in Miles Davisʼs band, his solo career, drug addiction, becoming a Buddhist, and his work as a UNESCO Goodwill Ambassador. Unrated. Commercial audiobook. 2014. Page 103 of 146

Do Not Sell at Any Price: The Wild, Obsessive Hunt for the Worldʼs Rarest 78 rpm Records DB79811 10 hours 55 minutes by Amanda Petrusich read by Kerry Dukin Music critic examines the world of collectors of 78 rpm records—made from fragile shellac. Describes the personalities involved, the coded language used among collectors, the economy developed around the practice, and the historical import of the rare recordings. 2014.

Respect: The Life of Aretha Franklin DB79771 17 hours 21 minutes by David Ritz read by Brad Raymond Ritz, author of Ray Charles (DB 46564) and coauthor of When I Left Home (DB 75698), examines the life of legendary singer Aretha Franklin (born 1942). Discusses her childhood in Detroit, her personal struggles impacted by phenomenal career success, and her legacy to the music industry. Unrated. Commercial audiobook. 2014.

Billy Joel DB79831 13 hours 0 minutes by Fred Schruers read by Kirk Thornton Journalist examines the life of Grammy Award-winner Billy Joel (born 1949), drawing on more than a hundred hours of interviews with the singer-songwriter. Details Joelʼs early life growing up on Long Island, musical influences, career, and personal life. Unrated. Commercial audiobook. 2014.

Nature and the Environment The Human Age: The World Shaped by Us DB80045 12 hours 48 minutes by Diane Ackerman read by Catherine Byers Author of Dawn Light (DB 70564) and other books on natural history explores the pros and cons of humans being the dominant force shaping the planet. 2014.

Toms River: A Story of Science and Salvation DB79676 24 hours 0 minutes Page 104 of 146 by Dan Fagin read by John Haag Pulitzer Prize-winning author recounts the decades-long saga of the New Jersey seaside town plagued by childhood cancers caused by air and water pollution that resulted from the indiscriminate dumping of toxic chemicals. The case culminated in 2001 with one of the largest legal settlements in the annals of toxic dumping. 2013.

Eyes Wide Open: Going behind the Environmental Headlines DB80163 6 hours 7 minutes by Paul Fleischman read by Patrick Downer Wake-up call and tool kit for understanding the current state of our environment and the attitudes and policies that shape our future. Highlights methods for teens to understand the bigger picture and suggests ways for individuals to help. For junior and senior high and older readers. 2014.

The Owl Who Liked Sitting on Caesar: Living with a Tawny Owl DB79790 8 hours 48 minutes by Martin Windrow read by Michael Russotto Military historian Windrow recounts the years he spent living with two owls: first Wellington, who was given to Windrow by his brother, a falconer; and second, Mumble, who stayed with the author for fifteen years. Describes adjusting to keeping an owl and his grief when Wellington escaped. 2014.

Philosophy Natureʼs God: The Heretical Origins of the American Republic DB79847 19 hours 33 minutes by Matthew Stewart read by Ray Foushee Author of The Courtier and the Heretic (DB 64820) examines the philosophical genealogy of the leaders of the American Revolution. Considers the meanings behind “Natureʼs God,” “self-evident,” and other familiar phrases in the documents produced during that period. Evaluates subsequent changes in historiansʼ understanding of the values of the time. 2014.

Poetry Bicentennial: Poems DB79869 0 hours 59 minutes Page 105 of 146 by Dan Chiasson read by Christopher Walker Twenty-one poems that explore the cyclical nature of history, as well as the intimate history of one person. “Obituary” ruminates on reading about the life of a relative after he has passed away. The title poem reflects on being a child in 1976 and having children of oneʼs own. 2014.

The Penguin Book of Spanish Verse/El Libro Penguin del Verso Español DB78510 15 hours 16 minutes edited by J.M. Cohen read by various narrators Third edition of this classic bilingual poetry collection, first published in 1956, offers examples from the twelfth to the mid-twentieth centuries. Includes plain prose translations and introductions to previous editions in English. (Tercera edición de una colección bilingüe de poesía publicada por primera vez en 1956, que reúne obras maestras de la poesía española desde el siglo doce al mediados del siglo veinte. Incluye, en inglés, traducciones en prosa llana y las introducciones de las ediciones anteriores.) English/Spanish language. 1988.

Psychology and Self-Help The Happiness of Pursuit: Finding the Quest That Will Bring Purpose to Your Life DB79419 7 hours 30 minutes by Chris Guillebeau read by George Newbern Entrepreneur shares insights he learned while traveling the globe on his own quest to visit all of the countries of the world by the age of thirty-five. Discusses the impact of questing on long-term happiness. Shares personal stories of other questers. Unrated. Commercial audiobook. 2014.

The Defining Decade: Why Your Twenties Matter and How to Make the Most of Them Now DB80140 6 hours 42 minutes by Meg Jay read by Nancy Lynne Walters Psychologist Jay outlines challenges facing young adults in their twenties, under the headings of work, love, and the brain and the body. Argues that the adage “thirty is the new twenty” is incorrect. Uses composite portraits of previous clients to illustrate issues. 2012.

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The Work: My Search for a Life That Matters DB80577 6 hours 35 minutes by Wes Moore read by Wes Moore Author of The Other Wes Moore (DB 71647) further examines his rise from a disadvantaged inner-city Baltimore child to a Rhodes scholar, service in Afghanistan, and success on Wall Street. Reflects on the ways these experiences shaped his work as a motivational speaker and community advocate. Unrated. Commercial audiobook. 2015.

Dataclysm: Who We Are (When We Think No Oneʼs Looking) DB79540 7 hours 36 minutes by Christian Rudder read by Kaleo Griffith Founder of online dating site OKCupid discusses what the data we share online tells other users, corporations, and the government about ourselves. Examines information from Google, Twitter, Facebook, Reddit, OKCupid, and other sites to discern the state of human nature in the twenty-first century. Unrated. Commercial audiobook. 2014.

Congratulations, by the Way: Some Thoughts on Kindness DB79031 0 hours 14 minutes by George Saunders read by George Saunders Expanded version of convocation speech delivered by the author to the 2013 graduating class of Syracuse University. Discusses what he calls “failures of kindness” and what we can do to be more kind. Commercial audiobook. Bestseller. 2014.

Religion Fields of Blood: Religion and the History of Violence DB80314 20 hours 9 minutes by Karen Armstrong read by Karen Armstrong Author of A History of God (DB 38536) investigates connections between religion and violence. Provides a survey of the history of religion, from Mesopotamia to the twenty-first century, and compares the practices of religious systems with the acceptance of violence in the corresponding societies. Unrated. Commercial audiobook. 2014.

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On Hinduism DB78756 31 hours 41 minutes by Wendy Doniger read by Ken Kliban Noted Indologist presents a collection of essays spanning her five-decade career. Doniger examines such themes as “On Being Hindu,” “Women and Other Genders,” and “Illusion and Reality in the Hindu Epics,” and analyzes the divergent belief systems of the Indian subcontinent that converge under the rubric of the Hindu faith. 2014.

Jesus on Trial: A Lawyer Affirms the Truth of the Gospel DB80120 13 hours 10 minutes by David Limbaugh read by Lou Harpenau Attorney and brother of conservative commentator Rush Limbaugh analyzes the reliability and truthfulness of the Christian Bible. Addresses concerns and challenges raised by skeptics. Discusses archaeological support for the text and asserts that Christianity is compatible with the scientific method. Bestseller. 2014.

One Nation, under Gods: A New American History DB80564 17 hours 47 minutes by Peter Manseau read by Kevin Stillwell Author of Rag and Bone (DB 71097) examines the religious history of the United States, emphasizing diversity, conflict, and interaction among adherents of varied traditions, including Native American, Norse, and Abrahamic. Also explores the influence of later arrivals such as Buddhism and Sikhism, and domestic latecomers like Mormonism and Scientology. Unrated. Commercial audiobook. 2015.

The Children of Abraham: Judaism, Christianity, Islam DB80226 8 hours 32 minutes by F.E. Peters read by Bob Moore Comparative-religion scholar traces the development of Judaism, Christianity, and Islam from the sixth century BCE to the Middle Ages. Considers the scriptures, spiritual promises, communities, laws, ways of worshipping, and other topics of each religion. Discusses their confluences and divergences. 2004.

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Universal Aspects of the Kabbalah and Judaism DB79047 10 hours 2 minutes by Leo Schaya read by Ken Kliban Collection of writings by comparative-religion-scholar Schaya (1916–1986) examining Judaism and the mystical doctrines of the Kabbalah. Analyzes texts to speculate on a universal foundation for Jewish tradition. 2014.

Science and Technology Five Billion Years of Solitude: The Search for Life among the Stars DB79805 10 hours 32 minutes by Lee Billings read by Lou Harpenau Journalist examines the growth of discoveries of exoplanets—planets that orbit stars other than the Sun—in the late twentieth and early twenty-first centuries and what it means for the identification of extraterrestrial life. Profiles astronomers and planetary scientists responsible for this batch of identified planets. 2013.

How Not to Be Wrong: The Power of Mathematical Thinking DB79914 13 hours 30 minutes by Jordan Ellenberg read by Jordan Ellenberg Mathematician—and former child prodigy—reveals the mathematical patterns and principles that underlie everyday life. Ellenberg argues that math is an extension of common sense and can be learned by paying attention to aspects of the world around us—including electoral politics, the stock market, and grocery shopping. Unrated. Commercial audiobook. Bestseller. 2014.

Stuff Matters: Exploring the Marvelous Materials That Shape Our Man- Made World DB80006 7 hours 15 minutes by Mark Miodownik read by Scott Reynolds Professor of materials science discusses the many forms that base materials take in our lives, from the steel of the razor blade that slashed his back in an attack when he was thirteen to the five meteorites that have hit a single house in Bosnia. Explains the developmental history of the materials. 2013.

Undeniable: Evolution and the Science of Creation DB80377 11 hours 27 minutes Page 109 of 146 by Bill Nye read by Bill Wallace Nye, who won an Emmy for the TV show Bill Nye the Science Guy, discusses the history and mechanics of evolution, how its practical effects can be witnessed, and how it plays into the search for alien life. Reports on his debate in February 2014 with creationist Ken Ham. Bestseller. 2014.

Creation: How Science Is Reinventing Life Itself DB80022 8 hours 59 minutes by Adam Rutherford read by Mark Delgado Geneticist examines scientific advancements that have enabled the creation of specialized genes and other modifications of DNA, such as that which causes goats to produce spider silk in their milk. Discusses the ways those developments provide insights into the origin of life. 2013.

Social Sciences Blindspot: Hidden Biases of Good People DB80639 7 hours 55 minutes by Mahzarin R. Banaji and Anthony G. Greenwald read by Eric Martin An exploration of the hidden biases carried from cultural attitudes about age, gender, race, ethnicity, religion, social class, sexuality, disability status, and nationality. The authors question the extent to which hidden biases unconsciously shape humanityʼs preferences and judgments, and they test for them scientifically using the Implicit Association Test. Unrated. Commercial audiobook. 2013.

To the End of June: The Intimate Life of American Foster Care DB80080 12 hours 38 minutes by Cris Beam read by Kerry Dukin Author of Transparent (DBC 00201) explores the system of American foster care. Using the construct of a year in foster care, Beam follows the process of children from birth through aging out of the system at eighteen. Discusses the emotional and physical impacts on foster children. 2013.

Beyond Good Intentions: A Journey into the Realities of International Aid DB80638 10 hours 12 minutes by Tori Hogan Page 110 of 146 read by Robin Miles After serving as an intern for an aid association in her youth in Kenya, Hogan is forced by the words of a young boy to reconsider her views on helping those in need. Years later, she returned to investigate the effectiveness or potential harm of various aid efforts throughout the continent. Unrated. Commercial audiobook. 2012.

Pro: Reclaiming Abortion Rights DB80082 8 hours 5 minutes by Katha Pollitt read by Carol Dines Author of Reasonable Creatures: Essays on Women and Feminism (DB 41125) argues that abortion should be a moral right with positive social implications. Supports expansive and fair-minded discussion of this issue, which, many years after the Supreme Courtʼs Roe v. Wade decision, remains deeply polarizing. 2014.

Be a Changemaker: How to Start Something That Matters DB80001 7 hours 47 minutes by Laurie Ann Thompson read by Nancy Lynne Walters Guide to empowering oneself in a highly connected, socially conscious world using passions and digital tools to effect real change. Contains accounts of successful projects, step-by-step templates for applied change-making, and a variety of resources. For junior and senior high and older readers. 2014.

Sports and Recreation Sir Bobby Charlton: My Manchester United Years; The Autobiography DB80081 15 hours 34 minutes by Bobby Charlton read by Andy Pyle Charlton (born 1937) reflects on his early childhood, the natural ability that led to his being recruited for Manchester United at fifteen, and his career with United until his retirement as a player in 1973. Discusses the 1958 Munich airplane crash and the 1966 World Cup run. 2007.

Wooden: A Coachʼs Life DB80308 26 hours 10 minutes by Seth Davis read by Stephen McLaughlin

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Biography of John Wooden (1910–2010), legendary menʼs basketball coach for UCLA from 1948 to 1975. Describes his early childhood in Indiana, playing for Purdue University in the 1930s, and the evolution of his coaching style. Parallels Woodenʼs career with the development of the game. Unrated. Commercial audiobook. 2014.

Parcells: A Football Life DB79828 26 hours 11 minutes by Bill Parcells and Nunyo Demasio read by Jason Culp Pro-football Hall of Fame coach Parcells (born 1941) reflects on his career and the teams he worked for, including the Air Force Academy, the New York Giants, the New England Patriots, the New York Jets, and the Dallas Cowboys. Unrated. Commercial audiobook. 2014.

The Closer DB79418 6 hours 28 minutes by Mariano Rivera read by Jon Curry Memoir by Rivera (born 1969), who joined the New York Yankees in 1995 and served as one of the teamʼs most successful closing pitchers until his retirement in 2013. Discusses his years with the team, the rivalry with the Red Sox, and his Christian faith. Unrated. Commercial audiobook. Bestseller. 2014.

Stage and Screen Sets, Lights, and Lunacy: A Stage Designerʼs Adventures on Broadway and in Opera DB80648 6 hours 50 minutes by Lloyd Burlingame read by A. J. Stetson New York stage designerʼs recollections of adventures on Broadway and in opera, focusing on the 1960s and ʼ70s. Burlingame relates tales of his collaborations with Franco Zeffirelli, Peter Brook, and George Roy Hill, among others; and his encounters with divas Beverly Sills, Joan Sutherland, and Leontyne Price. 2013.

As You Wish: Inconceivable Tales from the Making of The Princess Bride DB80255 8 hours 45 minutes by Cary Elwes read by Bill Wallace Page 112 of 146

Elwes, who starred as Westley, a.k.a. the Dread Pirate Roberts, in The Princess Bride, reminisces about the making of the legendary film, from the time he was originally cast through the final days of production. Includes a foreword by Rob Reiner and epilogue by Norman Lear. Bestseller. 2014.

I Donʼt Know What You Know Me From: Confessions of a Co-Star DB78968 5 hours 33 minutes by Judy Greer read by Judy Greer Known for her roles as the best friend in the movies 13 Going on 30 and The Wedding Planner, Greer discusses her road to stardom, the nature of celebrity, and dealing with fans who recognize her without seeming to know exactly who she is. Unrated. Commercial audiobook. 2014.

Watch Me DB80378 10 hours 51 minutes by Anjelica Huston read by Martha Harmon Pardee Oscar winner and author of A Story Lately Told (DB 77854) reflects on her life from 1973. Discusses her personal relationships, especially with long-time lover Jack Nicholson and husband Robert Graham; her acting career; and her involvement with her family, including her father, Oscar-winning director John Huston. 2014.

True Love DB80175 3 hours 10 minutes by Jennifer Lopez read by Jennifer Lopez Actress and singer Lopez (born 1969) reflects on a two-year span of her life that included upheaval with a world tour and divorce from her husband, Marc Anthony. Recognizes the need to love yourself. Unrated. Commercial audiobook. 2014.

Yes Please DB80350 9 hours 6 minutes by Amy Poehler read by Madelyn Buzzard Emmy Award-winning star of television show Parks and Recreation, Poehler (born 1971) ruminates on what she has learned so far in her life. Describes growing up in Massachusetts, development of her improv skills in Chicago, show Page 113 of 146 business, divorce, and personal and professional relationships. Strong language. Bestseller. 2014.

There Was a Little Girl: The Real Story of My Mother and Me DB80407 12 hours 55 minutes by Brooke Shields read by Brooke Shields Memoir of actress-model, reflecting on her relationship with her mother Teri (1933–2012). Details Teriʼs life growing up in New Jersey, her relationship with Brookeʼs father Francis, and her controversial management of Brookeʼs professional career, starting in early childhood. Unrated. Commercial audiobook. Bestseller. 2014.

Not to Be Missed: Fifty-Four Favorites from a Lifetime of Film DB79604 10 hours 28 minutes by Kenneth Turan read by Ray Hagen Film critic Turan analyzes fifty-four films from the 1910s—Fantômas—to the 2000s—Footnote. Discusses the strengths and weaknesses of each film and the impact the film had on the industry. Analyzes the impact of directors like Leo McCarey, Ernst Lubitsch, and Orson Welles and includes them as “Double Features” in the book. Provides “What to Watch Next” and “Further Reading” for each film. 2014.

Olivier DB80002 14 hours 27 minutes by Philip Ziegler read by Gregory Maupin Author of Man of Letters (DB 63163) chronicles the life of English actor and director Laurence Olivier (1907–1989). Describes his childhood as the son of minor gentry, his career in the theater, the rocky time he had when first starting in Hollywood, and his personal and professional relationships. 2013.

Travel Carsick DB79557 9 hours 53 minutes by John Waters read by Brian Hemmingsen Film director and author of Role Models (DB 71591) chronicles his trip hitchhiking across America from his home in Baltimore to his co-op in San Page 114 of 146

Francisco in 2012. Details what it took to find rides and the people he met in his travels. Strong language. Bestseller. 2014.

U.S. History Liar, Temptress, Soldier, Spy: Four Women Undercover in the Civil War DB80094 15 hours 0 minutes by Karen Abbott read by Kristin Allison Profiles of four women and their service during the Civil War. Discusses Emma Edmonds, who disguised herself as a man and fought for the Union Army; Belle Boyd, who was a Confederate spy; Rose OʼNeal Greenhow, another Confederate spy; and Elizabeth Van Lew, who spied for the Union. 2014.

James Madison: A Life Reconsidered DB79696 18 hours 39 minutes by Lynne Cheney read by Eliza Foss Former Second Lady of the United States examines the life of Madison (1751– 1836), founding father and fourth president of the United States. Details his rise in leadership of the nascent country as well as the political landscape after the Revolution. Unrated. Commercial audiobook. Bestseller. 2014.

When America First Met China: An Exotic History of Tea, Drugs, and Money in the Age of Sail DB80624 10 hours 31 minutes by Eric Jay Dolin read by A.T. Chandler Historian examines the importance of trade with China for the early American republic. Discusses trading missions and the challenges they encountered, including pirates; the goods exchanged; and the impact of the availability of Chinese items on the everyday life of an American citizen. Unrated. Commercial audiobook. 2012.

The Lost Region: Toward a Revival of Midwestern History DB80229 5 hours 54 minutes by Jon K. Lauck read by Gary Telles Historian argues for greater importance to be placed on the Midwest, especially the areas dominated by prairies. Details reasons why the region has been

Page 115 of 146 traditionally overlooked, and why attention should be paid to its agriculture, literature, and art. 2013.

The Girl Who Sang to the Buffalo: A Child, an Elder, and the Light from an Ancient Sky DB80215 12 hours 51 minutes by Kent Nerburn read by Guy Williams Author of Neither Wolf nor Dog (DB 71434) and The Wolf at Twilight (DB 71467) recounts reconnecting with the people he met and described in the earlier stories. A dream prods him to uncover the truth behind Yellow Birdʼs disappearance and unhappy fate. 2013.

Slave Narratives of the Underground Railroad DB80005 10 hours 42 minutes edited by Christine Rudisel and Bob Blaisdell read by Jon Huffman Thirty-one contemporaneous first-hand accounts of men and women who escaped from slavery during the mid-nineteenth century. Includes narratives by Frederick Douglass (c. 1818–1895), Sojourner Truth (c. 1797–1883), and Harriet Tubman (c. 1822–1913). Some violence. 2014.

Death of a King: The Real Story of Dr. Martin Luther King Jr.ʼs Final Year DB80571 6 hours 15 minutes by Tavis Smiley read by Tavis Smiley Author of The Covenant with Black America (DB 62404) examines the twelve months leading up to the assassination of Martin Luther King Jr. on April 4, 1968. Discusses attacks on his message by the press and his rejection by the black middle class, militants, and politicians. Unrated. Commercial audiobook. 2014.

Trapped under the Sea: One Engineering Marvel, Five Men, and a Disaster Ten Miles into the Darkness DB79523 15 hours 30 minutes by Neil Swidey read by David H. Lawrence XVII Examines the tragedy during the 1990s Boston Harbor cleanup effort—which consisted of a state-of-the-art treatment plant and ten-mile-long tunnel to carry

Page 116 of 146 waste far out to sea. Five divers were sent on a perilous mission into the tunnel and not all of them came out alive. Unrated. Commercial audiobook. 2014.

The First Frontier: The Forgotten History of Struggle, Savagery, and Endurance in Early America DB80623 16 hours 19 minutes by Scott Weidensaul read by Paul Boehmer Historian describes the early explorations of the American frontier, which was bordered on the west by the Appalachian Mountains and extended from the Maritimes in the north to Florida in the south. Discusses relations between European settlers and Native Americans. Unrated. Commercial audiobook. 2012.

Thirteen Hours: The Inside Account of What Really Happened in Benghazi DB80174 7 hours 45 minutes by Mitchell Zuckoff read by Mitchell Zuckoff Journalist presents the accounts of the five surviving CIA contract operators who helped to repel the attack on the American embassy in Benghazi, Libya, on September 11, 2012. Discusses decisions made and actions taken. Unrated. Commercial audiobook. 2014.

War The Mantle of Command: FDR at War, 1941–1942 DB80012 17 hours 19 minutes by Nigel Hamilton read by Barry Bernson Biographer examines the development of Americaʼs military efforts in World War II under the command of President Franklin D. Roosevelt (1882–1945) during the first two years of engagement in the conflict. Considers Rooseveltʼs administrative personality, appointments to leadership, and strategic alliances with Stalin and Churchill. 2014.

Marigold: The Lost Chance for Peace in Vietnam DB79904 43 hours 6 minutes by James G. Hershberg read by Mark Ashby Historian investigates the 1966 Polish-Italian peace initiative—code named “Marigold”—to end the Vietnam War. Uses previously unavailable sources to

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No Hero: The Evolution of a Navy SEAL DB80409 6 hours 40 minutes by Mark Owen read by Paul Michael Author of No Easy Day (DB 75401)—about the killing of Osama bin Laden— describes growing up in Alaska, his training as a Navy SEAL, and missions in Afghanistan and Iraq. Discusses lessons learned and explains his decision to leave the Navy. Unrated. Commercial audiobook. Bestseller. 2014.

When Paris Went Dark: The City of Light under German Occupation, 1940– 1944 DB79417 14 hours 3 minutes by Ronald C. Rosbottom read by Malcolm Hillgartner European-Studies professor chronicles the invasion, surrender, occupation by, and eventual liberation of Paris from German forces during World War II. Details daily life for ordinary Parisians, as well as that of resistance fighters and Jews. Unrated. Commercial audiobook. 2014.

One Million Steps: A Marine Platoon at War DB80576 7 hours 30 minutes by Bing West read by Ray Porter War correspondent and Marine veteran West describes being embedded with the third platoon of a Marine rifle company stationed in Afghanistan in January 2011. Discusses the platoonʼs mission to clear the Taliban from a poppy-farming community, the fifty percent casualty rate suffered by the platoon, and rebuilding efforts. Unrated. Commercial audiobook. 2014.

Womenʼs Concerns Bad Feminist DB80463 10 hours 33 minutes by Roxane Gay read by Kristin Allison Thirty-seven essays, by the author of An Untamed State (DB 80159), from a feminist point of view—which she describes as “bad” because, as a human, she is flawed and has conflicting thoughts and impulses. Discusses sexuality, race, Page 118 of 146 gender, politics, and more. Strong language and some descriptions of sex. Bestseller. 2014.

The Madwoman in the Volvo: My Year of Raging Hormones DB79504 8 hours 5 minutes by Sandra Tsing Loh read by Celeste Lawson Collection of twenty-five essays exploring Lohʼs experience with menopause. Discusses the onset of menopause, dealing with two preteen daughters, an elderly fatherʼs legal and marital escapades, and the vagaries of aging. Some strong language. 2014.

Price of Fame: The Honorable Clare Booth Luce DB79684 30 hours 32 minutes by Sylvia Jukes Morris read by Kerry Dukin Traces the life of the playwright, congresswoman, and first American female to be appointed to a major ambassadorial position abroad. Covers Luceʼs advocacy for womenʼs equality and the deep personal losses that shaped her life. 2014.

The Underground Girls of Kabul: In Search of a Hidden Resistance in Afghanistan DB80294 10 hours 55 minutes by Jenny Nordberg read by Kirsten Potter An investigative journalist follows the subculture of unwanted girls in Afghanistan, who live as socially favored boys through childhood and puberty, only to be later forced into marriage and childbirth. Charts their dramatic life cycles and examines their subversive actions that parallel those of oppressed groups elsewhere. Unrated. Commercial audiobook. 2014.

World History Wondrous Beauty: The Life and Adventures of Elizabeth Patterson Bonaparte DB78986 6 hours 22 minutes by Carol Berkin read by Kate Kiley Biography of Elizabeth Patterson Bonaparte, renowned as the most beautiful woman of nineteenth-century Baltimore, whose brief marriage in 1803 to Jérôme Bonaparte, the youngest brother of the disapproving Napoleon Bonaparte, became Page 119 of 146 enmeshed in the diplomatic and political histories of the United States, France, and England. 2014.

The Parthenon Enigma DB80247 12 hours 13 minutes by Joan Breton Connelly read by John Lee Archaeologist argues for reinterpretation of the friezes from the Parthenon in Athens, now housed in the British Museum as part of the Elgin Marbles. Uses once buried archaeological evidence to claim the statues depict that the mythological origin story of Athens, centered on the sacrifice of a virgin princess. Unrated. Commercial audiobook. 2014.

Secret Lives of the Tsars: Three Centuries of Autocracy, Debauchery, Betrayal, Murder, and Madness from Romanov Russia DB79275 12 hours 28 minutes by Michael Farquhar read by Enn Reitel Author of A Treasury of Great American Scandals (DB 56899) details the lives and scandals of the Russian tsars, the Romanovs, from Ivan V and Peter I in the late 1600s to the last of the family, Nicholas II, who died with his family in 1918 during the Russian Revolution. Unrated. Commercial audiobook. 2014.

No Good Men among the Living: America, the Taliban, and the War through Afghan Eyes DB79895 10 hours 52 minutes by Anand Gopal read by Peter Johnson Journalist scrutinizes the lives of three Afghans to comprehend the effects of American intervention. Gopal tells the stories of a Taliban commander, a U.S.- backed warlord, and a village housewife. Describes the day-to-day life of each and how their lives have changed. Some violence. 2014.

The French Intifada: The Long War between France and Its Arabs DB79645 16 hours 7 minutes by Andrew Hussey read by J.P. Linton English historian explores the roots of conflict in the relationship between France and its own French-Arab population—former subjects of French colonial possessions in North Africa: Algeria, Morocco, and Tunisia. Hussey combines Page 120 of 146 scholarly research with ethnographic accounts and personal-experience stories to depict a violent, unstable post-colonial predicament. Violence and some strong language. 2014.

A Spy among Friends: Kim Philby and the Great Betrayal DB79245 11 hours 0 minutes by Ben MacIntyre read by John Lee Personal papers and never-before-seen British intelligence files are used to describe the treason committed by twentieth-century spy Kim Philby, who rose to head Britainʼs counterintelligence against the Soviet Union during the height of the Cold War while secretly working for the enemy. Unrated. Commercial audiobook. 2014.

A History of Ethiopia DB80224 12 hours 31 minutes by Harold G. Marcus read by Mark Ashby Historian examines the development of Ethiopia from 1270 to 2000. Discusses the countryʼs monarchical period, when the country was governed by rulers believed to have descended from King Solomon; colonial encroachment by the Ottoman Empire and European powers; and the political upheaval of the twentieth century with the creation of the state of Eritrea. 2002.

Age of Ambition: Chasing Fortune, Truth, and Faith in the New China DB79724 16 hours 44 minutes by Evan Osnos read by various narrators Journalist uses his experiences living in China between 2005 and 2013 to examine the state of the country—especially that of individuals. Features stories of a soldier who defected to China from Taiwan, a scholar who began an influential dating service, and subversive artist Ai Weiwei. Unrated. Commercial audiobook. 2014.

A Cool and Lonely Courage: The Untold Story of Sister Spies in Occupied France DB80313 9 hours 6 minutes by Susan Ottaway read by Catherine Harvey

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The true story of sisters Eileen and Jacqueline Nearne, who were British special agents during World War II. Jacqueline was a courier for the French Resistance. Eileen, who was posted to Nazi-occupied France to send encoded messages for the Allies, was captured and tortured by the Nazis before escaping. Unrated. Commercial audiobook. 2014.

The Collapse: The Accidental Opening of the Berlin Wall DB80306 8 hours 22 minutes by Mary Elise Sarotte read by Elisabeth Rodgers History professor examines the events leading up to the collapse of the Berlin Wall on November 9, 1989. Details the history of the region, the causes that led to the creation of the Wall in 1961, the culture of East Germany, and the chaos that followed Communismʼs fall. Unrated. Commercial audiobook. 2014.

Thirteen Days in September: Carter, Begin, and Sadat at Camp David DB79881 11 hours 55 minutes by Lawrence Wright read by Mark Bramhall Author of Going Clear (DB 76200) examines the religious, political, and cultural determinants of the negotiations that led to 1978ʼs Camp David Accords. Profiles U.S. president Jimmy Carter, Egyptian president Anwar Sadat, and Israeli prime minister Menachem Begin. Details the events of each day of the conference. Unrated. Commercial audiobook. Bestseller. 2014.

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Books for Children Listed books were recently sent to cooperating libraries. Books and magazines are also available for immediate download from the NLS Braille and Audio Reading Download (BARD) site at http://nlsbard.loc.gov. To order books or sign up for BARD service contact your local cooperating library. Regional library telephone numbers are listed on the last pages of this magazine. These books are listed alphabetically within the headings Children’s Fiction and Children’s Nonfiction by subject category, author last name, and title. For example the title Goodnight Moon by Margaret Wise Brown would be listed in Children’s Fiction under the Classics subject category and by the last name Brown.

Childrenʼs Fiction

Adventure The Chicken Squad DB80363 0 hours 29 minutes by Doreen Cronin read by Gregory Maupin When the squirrel Tail comes barreling into the chicken coop hysterically ranting about a big, scary, green thing in the yard, Dirt, Sweetie, Poppy, and Sugar investigate this strange object. For grades 2-4. 2014.

Scorpion Mountain: Brotherband Chronicles, Book 5 DB80334 12 hours 55 minutes by John Flanagan read by John Keating Hal, his Brotherband crew, and the Ranger Gilan have freed the twelve Araluens sold into slavery. Returning to Araluen, Gilan is given a new mission by King Duncan: protect his daughterʼs life. A deadly sect known as the Scorpion Cult wants her dead. Sequel to Slaves of Socorro (DB 79474). Commercial audiobook. For grades 5-8. 2014.

The Glass Sentence: Mapmakers, Book 1 DB79545 14 hours 43 minutes by S.E. Grove read by Theresa Conkin

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The world is transformed by 1799ʼs Great Disruption—a moment when all of the continents were flung into different time periods. In 1891, thirteen-year-old Sophia Tims and her friend Theo search for Sophiaʼs uncle, Shadrack Elli, Bostonʼs foremost “cartologer,” who has been kidnapped. For grades 6-9. 2014.

Fire and Ice: Spirit Animals DB80565 5 hours 31 minutes by Shannon Hale read by Nicola Barber Conor, Abeke, Meilin, and Rollan, supported by their spirit animals, follow a lead in the cold North, only to arrive in a deceptively beautiful village where everything is not as it seems. Sequel to Blood Ties (DB 78857). Commercial audiobook. For grades 4-7. 2014.

How to Catch a Bogle DB78970 7 hours 13 minutes by Catherine Jinks read by Mandy Williams In 1870s London, Birdie, a young orphan girl, becomes the apprentice to Alfred the Bogler, who traps monsters suspected of eating children. Commercial audiobook. For grades 5-8 and older readers. 2014.

Icefall DB80496 9 hours 20 minutes by Matthew J. Kirby read by Jenna Lamia Princess Solveig and her siblings are trapped in a hidden fortress tucked between towering mountains and a frozen fjord, along with an army of restless soldiers, all awaiting news of the kingʼs victory in battle—but a traitor lurks in their midst. Commercial audiobook. For grades 5-8 and older readers. 2011.

The Map to Everywhere DB80172 11 hours 5 minutes by Carrie Ryan and John Parke Davis read by John Glouchevitch Twelve-year-old Fin, a master thief from the pirate world of Khaznot Quay, and twelve-year-old Marrill, of Arizona, cross paths in the magical world of the Pirate Stream while on a quest for a mysterious map. Commercial audiobook. For grades 4-7 and older readers. 2014. Page 124 of 146

Rise and Fall: Spirit Animals DB80567 5 hours 12 minutes by Eliot Schrefer read by Nicola Barber A devastating betrayal scatters the team of young heroes and their spirit animals, who have already sacrificed much in their quest for the talismans, and more is yet to come. Sequel to Against the Tide (DB 80566). Commercial audiobook. For grades 4-7. 2015.

The Rain Came Down DB79773 0 hours 14 minutes by David Shannon read by Bruce Bailey Johnson An unexpected rain shower causes hilarious chaos among the members of a small community. Commercial audiobook. For grades K-3. 2009.

Eruption: Storm Runners DB79787 3 hours 30 minutes by Roland Smith read by Ramon de Ocampo Chase heads south of the border with his friend Nicole Rossi to track down the Rossi Brothers Circus—lions, tigers, elephants, giraffes, and all—after a massive earthquake hits Mexico. Meanwhile, a volcano threatens to erupt! Sequel to The Surge (DB 79786). Commercial audiobook. For grades 5-8. 2012.

Storm Runners DB79785 3 hours 10 minutes by Roland Smith read by Ramon de Ocampo Twelve-year-old Chase Masters travels the country with his father, a storm runner, but he is tested in ways he never could have imagined when he and a new friend are caught in a hurricane near St. Petersburg, Florida. Commercial audiobook. For grades 5-8. 2011.

The Surge: Storm Runners DB79786 2 hours 35 minutes by Roland Smith read by Ramon de Ocampo

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After barely surviving a terrifying hurricane, Chase and his friends Nicole and Rashawn have made it to the safety of Nicoleʼs family farm. But flood waters are rising and dangerous circus animals are on the loose. Sequel to Storm Runners (DB 79785). Commercial audiobook. For grades 5-8. 2011.

Against the Tide: Spirit Animals DB80566 5 hours 0 minutes by Tui T. Sutherland read by Nicola Barber Conor, Abeke, Meilin, and Rollan have traveled across the world, seeking a set of powerful talismans in order to keep them from enemy hands. But a traitor in the group seems to be in league with their shadowy pursuers. Sequel to Fire and Ice (DB 80565). Commercial audiobook. For grades 4-7. 2014.

I Survived Series, Books 1–10 DB80018 13 hours 14 minutes by Lauren Tarshis read by Alec Volz Books one through ten, written between 2010 and 2014, feature kids surviving terrifying and exciting events throughout history. Includes The Attacks of September 11, 2001; The Battle of Gettysburg, 1863; The Bombing of Pearl Harbor, 1941; The Destruction of Pompeii, AD 79; Hurricane Katrina, 2005; and more. For grades 3-6. 2014.

Animals Leroy Ninker Saddles Up: Tales from Deckawoo Drive, Volume 1 DB80240 0 hours 55 minutes by Kate DiCamillo read by Arthur Morey Leroy Ninker dreams of being a cowboy. He has a hat, a lasso, and boots. What he doesnʼt have is a horse—until he meets Maybelline, and then itʼs love at first sight. But when Leroy forgets a rule when caring for Maybelline, disaster ensues. Commercial audiobook. For grades 2-4. 2014.

Dash DB79541 5 hours 23 minutes by Kirby Larson read by Kathy Hsieh When her family is forced into an internment camp, Mitsi Kashino is separated from her home, her classmates, and her beloved dog Dash. Mitsi clings to her one Page 126 of 146 connection to the outer world, the letters from the kindly neighbor who is caring for Dash. Commercial audiobook. For grades 3-6. 2014.

What Do You Do with a Kangaroo? DB80421 0 hours 17 minutes by Mercer Mayer read by Jane Casserly A bossy kangaroo jumps into a little girlʼs house, refuses to leave, and starts inviting other animals to join him. What would you do? Commercial audiobook. For preschool-grade 2 and older readers. 2008.

Five Little Penguins Slipping on the Ice DB80419 0 hours 8 minutes by Steve Metzger read by Fred Berman One by one the little penguins fall and hurt themselves, much to the dismay of their mother and doctor. Commercial audiobook. For preschool-grade 2 and older readers. 2008.

Family Keeping Safe the Stars DB79925 7 hours 24 minutes by Sheila OʼConnor read by Jennifer Hubbard In 1970s rural Minnesota, thirteen-year-old Pride Star has been raised to be independent. But when her grandfather is hospitalized with a brain infection, she must accept help from friends and neighbors in caring for eleven-year-old Nightingale and six-year-old Baby. For grades 5-8. 2012.

The Truth about Twinkie Pie DB80570 7 hours 3 minutes by Kat Yeh read by Cassandra Morris When twelve-year-old GiGi and her big sister move to Long Island from South Carolina for GiGi to attend a fancy new private school, GiGi has a new recipe for success. But the discovery of a family secret turns her life upside-down. Commercial audiobook. For grades 6-9 and older readers. 2015.

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DB79023 2 hours 42 minutes by Cressida Cowell read by David Tennant Itʼs Hiccupʼs birthday, but he needs to save his dragon, Toothless, from being banished. He sneaks into the Meathead Public Library to steal the Vikingsʼ sacred book, but must brave the Hairy Scary Librarian, the army of Meathead warriors, and the driller dragons. Sequel to How to Twist a Dragonʼs Tale (DB 79022). Commercial audiobook. For grades 3-6. 2008.

How to Break a Dragonʼs Heart DB79025 4 hours 40 minutes by Cressida Cowell read by David Tennant Young Viking Hiccup Horrendous Haddock III, stranded with his dragon, Toothless, on the Beach of the Broken Heart, is hunted by an old enemy and tries to save his best friend Fishlegs from the Beast. Commercial audiobook. For grades 3-6. 2009.

How to Ride a Dragonʼs Storm DB79024 3 hours 49 minutes by Cressida Cowell read by David Tennant Hiccup Horrendous Haddock III, the reluctant Viking hero, has three months, five days, and six hours to discover America, return to Berk, save his father, battle polar-serpents, and win the annual Inter-Tribal Friendly Swimming Race. Sequel to How to Ride a Dragonʼs Storm (DB 79024). Commercial audiobook. For grades 3-6. 2008.

How to Twist a Dragonʼs Tale DB79022 3 hours 51 minutes by Cressida Cowell read by David Tennant Young Viking Hiccup Horrendous Haddock III must return a stolen fire egg to stop a volcano from erupting and to save the tribes from being wiped out by the terrible sword-claws of the exterminator dragons. Sequel to How to Cheat a Dragonʼs Curse (DB 78728). Commercial audiobook. For grades 3-6. 2007.

Ophelia and the Marvelous Boy DB78958 6 hours 20 minutes by Karen Foxlee Page 128 of 146 read by Jayne Entwistle After the death of her mother, eleven-year-old Ophelia suspends her disbelief in things nonscientific when she meets an extraordinary boy trapped in a museum where her father works. Together they embark on a quest to stop his captor—the evil Snow Queen. Commercial audiobook. For grades 5-8. 2014.

The Princess in Black DB80353 0 hours 20 minutes by Shannon Hale and Dean Hale read by Erin Jones Princess Magnolia lives a double life, and when Duchess Wigtower pops in for tea, she almost discovers Magnoliaʼs carefully guarded secret—that she is really the monster-fighting Princess in Black. For grades K-3 and older readers. 2014.

The Storybook of Legends: Ever After High DB80186 6 hours 4 minutes by Shannon Hale read by Kathleen McInerny At Ever After High, a boarding school for the sons and daughters of famous fairy- tale characters, students Apple White and Raven Queen face the moment when they must choose whether to follow their destinies or change them. Commercial audiobook. For grades 5-8. 2013.

Friendship The Biggest Snowman Ever DB79775 0 hours 16 minutes by Steven Kroll read by Oliver Wyman When the mayor of Mouseville announces a contest, mice Clayton and Desmond compete to win the prize for building the biggest snowman. Commercial audiobook. For preschool-grade 2 and older readers. 2009.

Growing Up Fish in a Tree DB80497 5 hours 46 minutes by Lynda Mullaly Hunt read by Kathleen McInerny Bullied and moved from different schools, sixth grader Ally creatively distracts anyone from discovering that she has problems reading. But one teacher, Mr. Page 129 of 146

Daniels, helps her understand that she has dyslexia and encourages Ally to understand her feelings in a new way. Commercial audiobook. For grades 4-7 and older readers. 2015.

Jessica Darlingʼs It List: The (Totally Not) Guaranteed Guide to Popularity, Prettiness and Perfection DB80184 4 hours 52 minutes by Megan McCafferty read by Olivia Tennet The day before seventh grade begins, twelve-year-old Jessica Darling gets a list from her sister, whose popularity and beauty made her a junior-high standout. But when Jessica tries to follow the advice, all goes awry. She even loses her best friend. Commercial audiobook. For grades 6-9. 2013.

Ruby the Copycat DB80418 0 hours 17 minutes by Peggy Rathmann read by Kirsten Krohn Itʼs the first day of class for Ruby at a new school. When her classmate Angela wears a flowered dress, suddenly Rubyʼs wearing one too, and her copycat behavior causes problems. Commercial audiobook. For preschool-grade 2 and older readers. 2007.

A Bad Case of Stripes DB79891 0 hours 26 minutes by David Shannon read by Jane Casserly In order to ensure her popularity, Camilla Cream always does what is expected, until the day arrives when she no longer recognizes herself. Commercial audiobook. For grades K-3. 2007.

Sons from Afar DB79843 8 hours 15 minutes by Cynthia Voigt read by Gregory Maupin Six years after coming to live with their grandmother, siblings James and Sammy Tillerman go in search of their long-lost father. For grades 5-8 and older readers. 1987.

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Historical Fiction The Paper Cowboy DB79770 9 hours 43 minutes by Kristin Levine read by Lincoln Hoppe In a small town near Chicago in 1953, twelve-year-old Tommy faces escalating problems at home and among his Catholic-school friends. But when he takes over his hospitalized sisterʼs paper route, heʼs introduced to neighbors he can rely on for help. Commercial audiobook. For grades 5-8. 2014.

Holidays The Angel Tree DB80225 4 hours 36 minutes by Daphne Benedis-Grab read by Faith Potts Every Christmas in the small town of Pine River, a tree appears in the town square and people tie wishes to it; but nobody knows where the tree comes from. This year, four children are determined to solve the mystery of the Angel Tree. For grades 4-7. 2014.

Guinea Pigs Online: Christmas Quest DB80305 1 hour 37 minutes by Jennifer Gray and Amanda Swift read by Oliver Hembrough Itʼs Christmas in Strawberry Park and squeaky guinea pig pals Coco and Fuzzy are decorating the hutch and rocking around their broccoli Christmas tree. But when something valuable is stolen, the furry friends find themselves on their way to Peru for a thrilling adventure. Commercial audiobook. For grades K-3. 2014.

Zen Ghosts DB80422 0 hours 21 minutes by Jon J. Muth read by David Pittu When siblings Addy, Michael, and Karl finish trick-or-treating, their good friend Stillwater the panda has one more special surprise in store for them. A mysterious visitor is about to tell them a spine-tingling story, perfect for Halloween. Commercial audiobook. For grades K-3 and older readers. 2012.

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March Mischief: Calendar Mysteries DB79104 0 hours 50 minutes by Ron Roy read by Dave Corey When three leprechaun statues disappear just before St. Patrickʼs Day, Bradley, Brian, Nate, Lucy, and other friends follow clues to solve the mystery. Sequel to February Friend (DB 78922). For grades 2-4. 2010.

Humor My Big Fat Zombie Goldfish DB79950 2 hours 43 minutes by Mo OʼHara read by Andy Pyle Tom saves his goldfish, Frankie, from his evil scientist brotherʼs toxic green gunk. But then he starts to notice thereʼs something weird about Frankie—heʼs a zombie goldfish with hypnotic powers out for revenge. For grades 2-4. 2013.

Mystery Andi Unexpected: An Andi Boggs Novel DB80136 5 hours 4 minutes by Amanda Flower read by Jennifer Hubbard After the death of her parents, twelve-year-old Andora “Andi” Boggs discovers evidence of her forgotten namesake, a missing relative, which leads her into a family mystery rooted in the Great Depression. For grades 4-7. 2013.

Andi under Pressure: An Andi Boggs Novel DB80263 4 hours 3 minutes by Amanda Flower read by Jennifer Hubbard While attending a prestigious science camp, twelve-year-old Andi and her new best friend, Colin Carter, investigate a series of practical jokes being blamed on a sweet, elderly janitor. For grades 4-7. 2014.

Greenglass House DB80154 10 hours 49 minutes by Kate Milford read by Martha Harmon Pardee At Greenglass House, a smugglerʼs inn, twelve-year-old Milo, the innkeeperʼs adopted son, plans to spend his winter holidays relaxing. But soon guests arrive Page 132 of 146 with strange stories about the house. Milo and Meddy, the cookʼs daughter, investigate them and their tales. For grades 5-8 and older readers. 2014.

April Adventure: Calendar Mysteries DB79338 0 hours 50 minutes by Ron Roy read by Dave Corey Bradley, Brian, Nate, and Lucy follow clues on an Easter treasure hunt, while trying to figure out who set it up for them. Sequel to March Mischief (DB 79104). For grades 2-4. 2010.

The Whispering Skull: Lockwood and Co., Book 2 DB79721 11 hours 39 minutes by Jonathan Stroud read by Katie Lyons Lockwood & Co. are hired to investigate Edmund Bickerstaff, a deceased Victorian doctor who reportedly tried to communicate with the dead. Meanwhile Lucy is distracted by urgent whispers coming from the skull in a ghost jar. Sequel to The Screaming Staircase (DB 78207). Commercial audiobook. For grades 6-9. 2014.

Scary Stories Nightmares! DB79717 7 hours 35 minutes by Jason Segel and Kirsten Miller read by Jason Segel Twelve-year-old Charlie is sure his new stepmother is a witch. Also, to make matters worse, he and his friends must stop nightmares from taking over their town before itʼs too late. Commercial audiobook. For grades 4-7 and older readers. 2014.

School Ella the Elegant Elephant DB80417 0 hours 26 minutes by Carmela DʼAmico and Steven DʼAmico read by Diana Canova Ellaʼs counting the days until the first day of school, but not because sheʼs eager to start! On the contrary, as the littlest elephant on Elephant Island, sheʼs terribly Page 133 of 146 nervous about the other kids sheʼll meet. Commercial audiobook. For preschool- grade 2 and older readers. 2006.

The Great Greene Heist DB79874 5 hours 31 minutes by Varian Johnson read by Kurt Elftmann After the last disaster, prankster Jackson Greene tries to fix his reputation at Maplewood Middle School. But when fellow student Keith tries to steal the election for school president from Jacksonʼs former best friend Gabriela, Jackson assembles a team to thwart the challenger. For grades 5-8. 2014.

Get Me Out of Here! Middle School DB79255 3 hours 29 minutes by James Patterson and Chris Tebbetts read by Bryan Kennedy After surviving sixth grade, Rafe starts seventh grade at an art school in the big city. But when he discovers the students are competitive, Rafe sets out to improve his art by expanding his life experiences. Sequel to Middle School, the Worst Years of My Life (DB 79254). Commercial audiobook. For grades 5-8. 2012.

How I Survived Bullies, Broccoli, and Snake Hill: Middle School DB79398 4 hours 25 minutes by James Patterson and Chris Tebbetts read by Bryan Kennedy When Rafe Khatchadorian is sent to Camp Wannamorra, he teams up with his bunkmates to fend off an attack by the popular kids. Sequel to My Brother Is a Big, Fat Liar (DB 79397). Commercial audiobook. For grades 5-8. 2013.

Middle School, the Worst Years of My Life DB79254 4 hours 10 minutes by James Patterson and Chris Tebbetts read by Bryan Kennedy When Rafe Khatchadorian enters middle school, he teams up with his best friend, “Leo the Silent,” to create a game to make school more fun by trying to break every rule in the schoolʼs code of conduct. Commercial audiobook. For grades 5- 8. 2011. Page 134 of 146

My Brother Is a Big, Fat Liar: Middle School DB79397 3 hours 30 minutes by James Patterson and Lisa Papademetriou read by Cassandra Morris Georgia Khatchadorian plans to excel at Hills Village Middle School in all the places her troublemaking brother Rafe failed. Sequel to Get Me Out of Here! (DB 79255). Commercial audiobook. For grades 5-8. 2013.

Third Grade Angels DB79882 1 hour 40 minutes by Jerry Spinelli read by Johnny Heller George “Suds” Morton competes with his third-grade classmates to earn the first halo of the year for good behavior, but being good turns out to be more stressful than he anticipated. Prequel to Fourth Grade Rats (DB 46601). Commercial audiobook. For grades 3-6. 2012.

Science Fiction Turnabout DB80008 5 hours 36 minutes by Margaret Peterson Haddix read by Jennifer Hubbard After secretly receiving injections at the age of one hundred that are meant to reverse the aging process, Melly and Anny Beth grow younger until, as teenagers, they try to find a guardian to take care of them when they return to infancy. For grades 6-9 and older readers. 2000.

On a Clear Day DB79719 6 hours 19 minutes by Walter Dean Myers read by Rebecca Soler In 2035, Dahlia Grillo, a sixteen-year-old math whiz, joins six other American teens traveling to England to meet with groups from around the world in hopes of stopping C8, the companies that control nearly everything for their own benefit. Unrated. Commercial audiobook. For grades 6-9 and older readers. 2014.

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DB79683 20 hours 22 minutes by Kate McMullan read by John Polk Greek and Roman gods mythology series includes: Have a Hot Time, Hades!; Phone Home, Persephone!; Say Cheese, Medusa!; Nice Shot, Cupid!; Stop That Bull, Theseus!; and Keep a Lid on It, Pandora! For grades 4-7. 2012.

The Gingerbread Man DB79889 0 hours 17 minutes by Karen Schmidt read by Bruce Bailey Johnson After a daring escape from the oven, the Gingerbread Man is chased by a little boy, an old man and woman, a group of farmers, a bear, and a wolf—and he outruns them all! But will the clever fox outsmart the quick cookie? Commercial audiobook. For grades K-3. 2007.

Childrenʼs Nonfiction

Animals Neighborhood Sharks: Hunting with the Great Whites of Californiaʼs Farallon Islands DB80358 0 hours 28 minutes by Katherine Roy read by Gregory Maupin Discusses the oceanʼs most fearsome and famous predator, the great white shark, and the scientists who study them—just twenty-six miles from the Golden Gate Bridge. For grades 3-6. 2014.

Biography Great Minds of Science Series DB80193 3 hours 45 minutes by Jennifer Joline Anderson and others read by Ray Foushee Six brief biographies of notable scientists, with fun and engaging facts. Includes Albert Einstein: Revolutionary Physicist, Isaac Newton: Genius Mathematician and Physicist, Marie Curie: Physics and Chemistry Pioneer, Stephen Hawking:

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Extraordinary Theoretical Physicist, Temple Grandin: Inspiring Animal-Behavior Scientist, and Thomas Edison: World-Changing Inventor. For grades 4-7. 2014.

Government and Law What We Stand For Series DB80206 0 hours 22 minutes by Anders Hanson read by Erin Jones Six books that teach younger readers about the importance of supporting essential values. Collection includes Do Something for Others, Everyone Is Equal, Keeping the Peace, Land of the Free, No Bullies Allowed!, and Stand Up for Yourself. For grades 2-4. 2014.

History Because They Marched: The Peopleʼs Campaign for Voting Rights That Changed America DB80317 2 hours 1 minute by Russell Freedman read by Ken Jackson Award-winning author tells the story of the 1965 march for voting rights that went from Selma to Montgomery, Alabama—a pivotal event in the civil rights movement. For grades 6-9 and older readers. 2014.

Nature Buried Sunlight: How Fossil Fuels Have Changed the Earth DB80137 0 hours 37 minutes by Molly Bang and Penny Chisholm read by Madelyn Buzzard Authors present a clear, concise explanation of the fossil-fuel energy cycle that began with the sun and now runs most of the manufacturing, transportation, and energy use in our world. Warns that humans are burning fossil fuels too rapidly and that Earthʼs climate is destabilizing. For grades 2-4. 2014.

Sports The NFLʼs Greatest Teams, Books 1–8 DB80196 2 hours 52 minutes by Marcia Zappa read by Alec Volz

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Collection of books highlighting the history of the National Football League, the legendary teams, and their star players. The first eight books in this series are Chicago Bears, Dallas Cowboys, Green Bay Packers, Miami Dolphins, New England Patriots, New York Giants, Pittsburgh Steelers, and San Francisco 49ers. For grades 3-6. 2014.

Foreign Language Books

Español Los siguientes libros fueron enviados recientemente a las bibliotecas de la red de NLS. Para ordenar libros, por favor rellene el formulario de pedido y envíalo por correo a su biblioteca local o regional. Los usuarios registrados pueden descargar de inmediato todos los títulos y revistas a través del sistema BARD (por sus siglas en inglés, que en español aproxima las palabras “Descarga de Braille y Lectura de Audio”) aquí: http://nlsbard.loc.gov/. La aplicación móvil gratuita de BARD (llamado “BARD Mobile” en inglés) se encuentra disponible en la tienda de aplicaciones de Apple para la lectura de libros en audio y braille para un iPhone

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Nota: Un aviso puede aparecer inmediatamente después del resumen del libro indicando violencia, lenguaje injurioso, o descripciones explícitas de índole sexual en el libro. La palabra “algunas” antes de cualquiera de estos términos indica una ocurrencia ocasional o aislada, por ejemplo “Algunas descripciones de violencia.” También, libros parlantes commerciales (commercial audiobooks, en inglés) que NLS no tiene acceso al libro impreso pueden mostrar el aviso “sin clasificación” que significa que es possible que el libro contiene violencia, lenguaje injurioso, o descripciones de índole sexual.

Yo Te Siento (I Feel You) DB79968 7 horas 42 minutos por Irene Cao leído por Irma Bello La vida que Elena y Filippo han comenzado juntos en Roma es prácticamente perfecta. Pero sólo hace falta un encuentro casual para reavivar la pasión entre Elena y Leonardo. Traducido del italiano. Continuación de Yo Te Miro (DB 79955). Lenguaje injurioso y descripciones de índole sexual. (The life that Elena and Filippo have started together in Rome is practically perfect. But it only takes a chance encounter to reignite the passion between Elena and Leonardo. Translated from the Italian. Sequel to Yo Te Miro (DB 79955). Strong language and descriptions of sex.) 2014.

El Mundo de Afuera (The Outside World) DB78000 8 horas 39 minutos por Jorge Franco leído por Peter Pereyra Medellín, 1971. Isolda vive encerrada en un castillo extraño y fascinante. La atmósfera de irrealidad que se respira resulta opresiva para la adolescente, que encuentra en el bosque que lo rodea la única tregua posible a su soledad. (Medellín, 1971. Isolda lives locked in a strange and fascinating castle. The atmosphere of unreality that permeates her is oppressive to the teenager, who finds in the forest that surrounds the castle the only respite from her loneliness.) 2014.

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El Libro Penguin del Verso Español/Penguin Book of Spanish Verse DB78510 15 horas 16 minutos redacto por J.M. Cohen leído por varios narradores Tercera edición de una colección bilingüe de poesía publicada por primera vez en 1956, que reúne obras maestras de la poesía española desde el siglo doce al mediados del siglo veinte. Incluye, en inglés, traducciones en prosa llana y las introducciones de las ediciones anteriores. (Third edition of this classic bilingual poetry collection, first published in 1956, offers examples from the twelfth to the mid-twentieth centuries. Includes plain prose translations and introductions to previous editions in English. English/Spanish language.) 1988.

Vlad DB79973 2 horas 17 minutos por Carlos Fuentes leído por Jorge Pupo Después de siglos de guerra y escasez de sangre en Europa del Este, el muerto viviente Vlad el Empalador se traslada a México y ofrece la vida eterna a cambio de servicios jurídicos e inmobiliarios. Violencia. (After centuries of war and blood shortages in Eastern Europe, an undead Vlad the Impaler moves to Mexico and offers eternal life in exchange for legal and real estate services. Violence.) 2010.

La Distancia entre Nosotros (The Distance between Us) DB79963 12 horas 30 minutos por Reyna Grande leído por María Pino Un libro de memorias que relata las experiencias de la familia de Grande cuando sus padres salieron de México en busca del sueño americano. Cuando su madre regresa, ella se prepara para su propio viaje a “ El Otro Lado” para vivir con el hombre que ha poseído su imaginación durante años—su padre ausente. (A memoir chronicling Grandeʼs family history in the aftermath of her parents leaving Mexico in search of the American Dream. Upon her motherʼs return, Grande prepares for her own journey to “the Other Side” to live with the man who has haunted her imagination for years—her absent father.) 2013.

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La actriz y cantante hispana López (nacida en 1969) refleja en un período de dos años de su vida, que incluyó la agitación de una gira mundial y el divorcio de su marido, Marc Anthony. Reconoce la necesidad de amarse a sí mismo. Traducido del inglés. (Actress and singer Lopez (born 1969) reflects on a two-year span of her life that included the upheaval of a world tour and divorce from her husband, Marc Anthony. Recognizes the need to love yourself.) 2014.

El Príncipe (The Prince) DB79982 4 horas 42 minutos por Nicolás Maquiavelo leído por Fernando Ontiveros El tratado classico de la filosofía política escrito en 1513 por el funcionario Florentino y pensador Nicolás Maquiavelo (1469–1527) describe la adquisición, el ejercicio, y mantenimiento del poder político. Traducción de 1821 por el escritor español Alberto Lista, con una nueva introducción, cronología, y bibliografía por Melquíades Prieto. (Classic treatise on political philosophy, written in 1513 by Florentine civil servant and thinker Niccolo Machiavelli (1469–1527), describing the acquisition, exercise, and maintenance of political power. 1821 translation by the Spanish writer Alberto Lista, with a new introduction, chronology, and bibliography by Melquíades Prieto.) 2013.

La Búsqueda: El Niño Que Se Enfrentó a Los Nazis (Waldek: The Boy Who Defied the Nazis) DB77995 15 horas 5 minutos por Blanca Miosi leído por Aurelio Dominguez Relato de ficción sobre la vida del marido de la autora, Waldek Grodek, quien cuando era niño fue arrestado y enviado a los campos de concentración de Auschwitz y Mauthausen. Descripciones de violencia y de lenguaje injurioso. (Fictionalized account of the authorʼs husband, Waldek Grodek, who as a young boy was sent to the Auschwitz and Mauthausen concentration camps. Violence and strong language.) 2012.

Tiempo de Canallas: El Amor y La Muerte en Medio de la Guerra Fría (Time of Scoundrels: Love and Death in the Middle of the Cold War) DB79966 10 horas 5 minutos por Carlos Alberto Montaner leído por Paul Gamache España, 1947. Rafael Mallo, preso en una cárcel franquista, está a la agónica espera de que lo fusilen. Un escritor trotskista formado en Moscú, Mallo lleva Page 141 of 146 siete años encerrado. Sorprendentemente, lo ponen en libertad y se reencuentra con una antigua amante. (Spain, 1947. Rafael Mallo, an inmate in a Francoist prison, agonizes while awaiting a firing squad. A Trotskyist writer educated in Moscow, Mallo has been imprisoned seven years. Surprisingly, he is suddenly released and reunited with a former lover.) 2014.

Iris DB79956 12 horas 54 minutos por Edmundo Paz Soldán leído por Walter Krochmal En un futuro no muy lejano, en una región tóxica llamada Iris, se encuentra el Perímetro, territorio de las fuerzas colonizadoras. En el Perímetro viven Xavier, un soldado que debe lidiar con una traumática herida de combate, y el capitán Reynolds y su unidad, que, deciden emprender su guerra particular contra los irisinos. Violencia. (In the not-so-distant future, in a toxic region called Iris, exists a colony known as the Perimeter. Within the Perimeter live Xavier, a soldier dealing with a traumatic combat wound, and Captain Reynolds and his unit, who are embarking on their own private war against the Irisians. Violence.) 2014.

Corsarios de Levante (Pirates of the Levant) DB79954 10 horas 0 minutos por Arturo Pérez-Reverte leído por Walter Krochmal 1627. El capitán Diego Alatriste y un joven de diecisiete años de edad, Íñigo Balboa, se unen a la tripulación de un galeón español. Ellos pelean con los piratas berberiscos a lo largo del Levante y sobreviven a una feroz batalla en Malta. Lenguaje injurioso y algunas descripciones de violencia. (1627. Captain Diego Alatriste and seventeen-year-old Íñigo Balboa join the crew of a Spanish galleon. They skirmish with Barbary pirates along the Levant and survive a fierce battle in Malta. Strong language and some violence.) 2006.

Divergente (Divergent) DB79961 13 horas 4 minutos por Veronica Roth leído por Gabriela Garcia En la ciudad de Chicago del futuro, la sociedad está dividida en cinco facciones. Durante la Ceremonia de la Elección, Beatrice Prior, una joven de dieciséis años de edad, tiene que decidir a qué facción debe dedicar su vida. Pero Beatrice descubre que ella es una anomalía—una divergente—que no encaja en cualquier grupo. Descripciones de violencia y lenguaje injurioso. Traducido del inglés. (In a Page 142 of 146 future Chicago, society is divided into five factions. During the Choosing Ceremony, sixteen-year-old Beatrice Prior must pick her lifelong faction. But Beatrice discovers she is an anomaly—a divergent—who does not fit in with any group. Violence and strong language.) 2011.

Las Criaturas del Más Allá y Zombie Town (The Creatures from Beyond Beyond and Zombie Town) DB79969 3 horas 38 minutos por R.L. Stine leído por Jorge Pupo Dos cuentos de miedo para niños. En Las Criaturas del Más Allá, hermanos gemelos se van de vacaciones a una casa donde viven criaturas alienígenas. En Zombie Town lo último que Mike y Karen esperan cuando van al cine es que los monstruos podrían salir de la pantalla. Para los grados 4-7. (Two scary tales for children. In Las Criaturas del Más Allá, twin brothers go on vacation to a house where alien creatures live. In Zombie Town, the last thing Mike and Karen expect when they go to the movies is that monsters could exit the screen. For grades 4-7.) 2013.

Semblanzas Íntimas (Intimate Portraits) DB79976 4 horas 1 minuto por Corín Tellado leído por Nadia Garzon Cole es una joven que ama en silencio a Burt, patrón del rancho donde su padre trabaja como capataz. A medida que su relación se desarrolla, ella aprende que las situaciones más humillantes pueden terminar como una prueba de amor verdadero. (Cole is a young woman who is secretly in love with Burt, the owner of the farm where her father works as a supervisor. As their relationship unfolds, she learns that the most humiliating situations can end up as a test of true love.) 1984.

Con Todo Mi Humor, Alexis Valdés (With All My Humor, Alexis Valdés) DB79967 4 horas 7 minutos por Alexis Valdés leído por Juan Carlos Rueda El comediante de origen cubano y personaje popular de la televisión española relata una serie de anécdotas humorísticas sobre su vida. Lenguaje injurioso y descripciones de índole sexual. (Cuban-born comedian and popular Spanish television personality relates a number of humorous anecdotes about his life and adventures. Strong language and descriptions of sex.) 2013. Page 143 of 146

Meditaciones Para Mujeres Que Hacen Demasiado (Meditations for Women Who Do Too Much) DB79962 9 horas 28 minutos por Anne Wilson Schaef leído por Miriam Miranda Una colección de 365 meditaciones—combinadas con citas de mujeres de diferentes edades, culturas y perspectivas— elaboradas por la autora para combatir el ritmo febril de la vida moderna. (A collection of 365 meditations— combined with quotes from women of different ages, cultures, and perspectives— assembled by the author to counter the feverish pace of modern life.) 2014.

Audio Magazines

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American History (6 issues) Analog Science Fiction and Fact (10 issues) Asimov’s Science Fiction (10 issues) The Atlantic (10 issues) Das Beste aus Reader’s Digest (German; 12 issues) Bon Appétit (monthly)

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Consumer Reports (monthly) Contemporary Sound Track: A Review of Pop, Jazz, Rock, and Country (bimonthly) Cricket (for children, on one cartridge with National Geographic Kids; 9 issues) Diabetes Forecast (monthly) Discover (10 issues) Ebony (11 issues) The Economist (51 issues) Ellery Queen Mystery Magazine (10 issues) Foreign Affairs (6 issues) France-Amérique (French; 11 issues) Good Housekeeping (12 issues) Health and Nutrition Newsletters (includes Scientific American—Health after Fifty, Mayo Clinic, Health Letter, and Nutrition Action Healthletter; monthly) Horticulture (6 issues) Magazine of the Month (monthly) Money (11 issues) Muse (9 issues) The Musical Mainstream (quarterly) The Nation (42 issues) National Geographic (monthly) National Geographic Kids (for children and teens, on one cartridge with Cricket; 10 issues) National Review (24 issues) The New York Times Book Review (weekly) Outdoor Life (10 issues) People (51 issues) People en Español (Spanish; 11 issues) Piano Technicians Journal (monthly)

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QST (monthly) Quarterly Music Magazine (quarterly) Sound & Vision (10 issues) Spider (for children; 9 issues) Sports Illustrated (50 issues) Sports Illustrated Kids (11 issues) Talking Book Topics (bimonthly; also contains NLS News, published quarterly) Travel & Leisure (monthly) True West (10 issues) Vanidades (Spanish; 11 issues) The Week (48 issues) Wired (monthly) The Writer (12 issues)

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