Bestsellers
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Who Was Maria Tallchief?
- By: Catherine Gourley
- Narrated by: Hillary Huber
- Length: 1 hr and 13 mins
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With the support of her family and world-renowned choreographer George Balanchine, Maria Tallchief rose to the top of her art form to become America's first prima ballerina....
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Who was Maria tallchief
- By alecia on 03-26-22
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The Rock Box!: A Who HQ Collection
- What Was?
- By: Who HQ
- Narrated by: Kevin Pariseau, Will Damron, Karen Chilton, and others
- Length: 9 hrs and 48 mins
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Learn about the early lives and exciting careers of the Beatles, The Rolling Stones, Elvis Presley, Aretha Franklin, Bob Dylan, Stevie Wonder, Elton John, Bob Marley, Bruce Springsteen, and Bono....
By: Who HQ
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Who Was Walt Disney?
- Who Was...?
- By: Whitney Stewart
- Narrated by: Dan Woren
- Length: 59 mins
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Walt Disney always loved to entertain people. Often it got him into trouble. Once he painted pictures with tar on the side of his family's white house. His family was poor, and the happiest time of his childhood was spent living on a farm in Missouri....
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Everything.
- By Carol Haight on 08-02-24
By: Whitney Stewart
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I Am Walt Disney
- By: Brad Meltzer
- Narrated by: Various
- Length: 20 mins
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The 18th book in the New York Times best-selling series of biographies about heroes tells the story of Walt Disney, who made dreams come true....
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This product is a great value for kids and adults
- By Abdel Aziz Agaty on 07-24-21
By: Brad Meltzer
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I Am Lucille Ball
- Ordinary People Change the World Series
- By: Brad Meltzer
- Narrated by: Saskia Maarleveld, Various
- Length: 18 mins
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Each book in this series focuses on a particular character trait that made that role model heroic. For example, Lucille Ball could make any situation funny. By making people around the world laugh, she proved that humor can take on anything....
By: Brad Meltzer
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Jennifer Lawrence
- The Hunger Games' Girl on Fire
- By: Nadia Higgins
- Narrated by: Intuitive
- Length: 20 mins
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Want to know more about Jennifer Lawrence? Listen to this audiobook to learn all about Jen's childhood, family, rise to stardom, likes and dislikes, romantic life, and more....
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Robotic
- By Renee Eremus on 03-23-23
By: Nadia Higgins
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Who Was Maria Tallchief?
- By: Catherine Gourley
- Narrated by: Hillary Huber
- Length: 1 hr and 13 mins
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With the support of her family and world-renowned choreographer George Balanchine, Maria Tallchief rose to the top of her art form to become America's first prima ballerina....
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Who was Maria tallchief
- By alecia on 03-26-22
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The Rock Box!: A Who HQ Collection
- What Was?
- By: Who HQ
- Narrated by: Kevin Pariseau, Will Damron, Karen Chilton, and others
- Length: 9 hrs and 48 mins
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Learn about the early lives and exciting careers of the Beatles, The Rolling Stones, Elvis Presley, Aretha Franklin, Bob Dylan, Stevie Wonder, Elton John, Bob Marley, Bruce Springsteen, and Bono....
By: Who HQ
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Who Was Walt Disney?
- Who Was...?
- By: Whitney Stewart
- Narrated by: Dan Woren
- Length: 59 mins
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Walt Disney always loved to entertain people. Often it got him into trouble. Once he painted pictures with tar on the side of his family's white house. His family was poor, and the happiest time of his childhood was spent living on a farm in Missouri....
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Everything.
- By Carol Haight on 08-02-24
By: Whitney Stewart
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I Am Walt Disney
- By: Brad Meltzer
- Narrated by: Various
- Length: 20 mins
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The 18th book in the New York Times best-selling series of biographies about heroes tells the story of Walt Disney, who made dreams come true....
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This product is a great value for kids and adults
- By Abdel Aziz Agaty on 07-24-21
By: Brad Meltzer
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I Am Lucille Ball
- Ordinary People Change the World Series
- By: Brad Meltzer
- Narrated by: Saskia Maarleveld, Various
- Length: 18 mins
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Each book in this series focuses on a particular character trait that made that role model heroic. For example, Lucille Ball could make any situation funny. By making people around the world laugh, she proved that humor can take on anything....
By: Brad Meltzer
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Jennifer Lawrence
- The Hunger Games' Girl on Fire
- By: Nadia Higgins
- Narrated by: Intuitive
- Length: 20 mins
- Unabridged
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Want to know more about Jennifer Lawrence? Listen to this audiobook to learn all about Jen's childhood, family, rise to stardom, likes and dislikes, romantic life, and more....
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Robotic
- By Renee Eremus on 03-23-23
By: Nadia Higgins
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Who Was Harry Houdini?
- By: Tui T. Sutherland
- Narrated by: Kevin Pariseau
- Length: 1 hr and 18 mins
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Every kid has heard of Harry Houdini, the famous magician who could escape from handcuffs, jail cells, and locked trunks. But do they know that the ever-ambitious and adventurous Houdini was also a famous movie star and the first pilot to fly a plane in Australia? Listen to learn more....
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Lekker
- By LUCI on 05-08-20
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Taylor Swift the Essential Trivia Book 143 Questions, 13 Fun Facts, 1 Iconic Artist
- By: Olivia James
- Narrated by: Tyla Shandro
- Length: 1 hr and 38 mins
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With 143 mind-bending questions, because we know 13 x 11 = pure Taylor love and magic, you'll test your knowledge on everything Taylor! From her Pennsylvania roots to her global domination, we've got every era covered.
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My daughters LOVE this!
- By Butterflywings09 on 08-22-24
By: Olivia James
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Sir Charlie
- Chaplin, the Funniest Man in the World
- By: Sid Fleischman
- Narrated by: Fred Sullivan
- Length: 3 hrs and 41 mins
- Unabridged
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A slapstick comedian, he blazed forth as the brightest movie star in the Hollywood heavens. Everyone knew Charlie - Charlie Chaplin....
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much information for a short book
- By Amazon Customer on 12-03-14
By: Sid Fleischman
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Who Is Dolly Parton?
- By: True Kelley
- Narrated by: Dorothy Dillingham Blue
- Length: 55 mins
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Born in a little cabin in Tennessee, Dolly Parton always dreamed big, and she was right to! She wrote her first song at age five and became a country music star....
By: True Kelley
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Who Is Lin-Manuel Miranda?
- By: Elijah Rey-David Matos, Who HQ
- Narrated by: Giordan Diaz
- Length: 52 mins
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Step into the spotlight with Lin-Manuel Miranda in this addition to the New York Times #1 Best-Selling series that explains how the Broadway legend got his start before Hamilton and Encanto.
By: Elijah Rey-David Matos, and others
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I Am Mister Rogers
- Ordinary People Change the World
- By: Brad Meltzer
- Narrated by: Oliver Wyman, Eliza Foss, James Fouhey, and others
- Length: 21 mins
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As a shy young boy, Fred Rogers found comfort in telling stories through puppets. When television grew in popularity, he knew he wanted to create a show that encouraged kindness and goodness. His show Mister Rogers' Neighborhood shaped modern television and cemented his legacy....
By: Brad Meltzer
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Who Was Elvis Presley?
- By: Geoff Edgers
- Narrated by: Kevin Pariseau
- Length: 50 mins
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Elvis could not have come from humbler origins: Born in Tupelo, Mississippi, during the Depression, he grew up with the blues music of the rural South, the gospel music of local churches, and the country-western classics. Listen to learn more about Elvis....
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Perfect for elementary age kids
- By LuzS on 06-27-23
By: Geoff Edgers
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You Are Fearless
- A Book for the Littlest Taylor Swift Fans
- By: Odd Dot, Laura Catrinella
- Narrated by: Karissa Vacker
- Length: 1 min
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This uplifting book is a heartfelt wish for all children and a timeless introduction to the Grammy Award-winning and multi platinum singer and songwriter. YOU ARE FEARLESS presents Taylor Swift’s inspirational journey, encouraging children to be fearless, defy limits, and follow their hearts....
By: Odd Dot, and others
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Annie Oakley
- By: James Kunstler
- Narrated by: Keith Carradine
- Length: 23 mins
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With two six guns blazin', Annie Oakley was the star of Buffalo Bill Cody's famous Wild West show for almost 20 years....
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Arsenal arsenal Arsenal Arsenal arsenal arsenal Arsenal to qualify at the top
- By The7Dapaahs on 08-30-21
By: James Kunstler
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Who Was Annie Oakley?
- By: Stephanie Spinner
- Narrated by: Kevin Pariseau
- Length: 1 hr and 1 min
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You want girl power? Meet Annie Oakley! Born in 1860, she became one of the best-loved and most famous women of her generation. She amazed audiences all over the world with her sharpshooting, horse-riding, and action-packed performances....
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So good
- By thomas on 02-13-23
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Who Was Johnny Cash?
- Who Was?
- By: Jim Gigliotti, Who HQ
- Narrated by: Jason Culp
- Length: 1 hr
- Unabridged
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Due to his wide range of musical talent and an incomparable career spanning forty-nine years, Johnny Cash has been inducted into the Country, Rock and Roll, Rockabilly, and Gospel Halls of Fame. He also won 18 Grammys and 9 Country Music Association Awards....
By: Jim Gigliotti, and others
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Who Was Mister Rogers?
- By: Diane Bailey, Who HQ
- Narrated by: Leon Nixon
- Length: 1 hr and 2 mins
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Learn how Fred Rogers, a minister and musician from Pennsylvania, became one of America's most beloved television personalities and everyone's favorite neighbor....
By: Diane Bailey, and others
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Who Was Bruce Lee?
- Who Was...?
- By: Jim Gigliotti
- Narrated by: Fred Sanders
- Length: 55 mins
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Bruce Lee was a Chinese American action film star, martial arts instructor, filmmaker, and philosopher....
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Covered the Surface
- By Latoya on 01-09-17
By: Jim Gigliotti
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Jonas Brothers Forever
- By: Susan Janic
- Narrated by: Cassandra Morris
- Length: 3 hrs and 29 mins
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The Jonas Brothers have gone from obscurity to superstardom in the course of a year.....
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awesomeness
- By Kendall on 12-26-09
By: Susan Janic
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Filmmaking Confidential
- Secrets from an Independent Filmmaker
- By: Steve Balderson
- Narrated by: Steve Balderson
- Length: 5 hrs and 3 mins
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Since 1998, Steve Balderson has made 17 feature films. Looking back on these years of productivity, Steve has crafted a volume of invaluable perspective, tips, how-tos, and general philosophy about making independent films, no matter the budget, no matter the location....
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Excellent Read/Listen!
- By Anonymous User on 11-13-20
By: Steve Balderson
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Who Was Lucille Ball?
- By: Pamela D. Pollack, Meg Belviso
- Narrated by: Tara Sands
- Length: 56 mins
- Unabridged
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Much like her hit TV show, I Love Lucy, Americans in the 1950s fell in love with Lucy....
By: Pamela D. Pollack, and others
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Who Is George Lucas?
- Who Was...?
- By: Pamela D. Pollack, Meg Belviso
- Narrated by: Marc Cashman
- Length: 1 hr
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As a child his passions were comics and cars, but George Lucas grew up to be one of the most successful filmmakers of all time. He is a producer, screenwriter, director, and entrepreneur whose company Lucasfilms pioneered the movie effects that changed the world of animation....
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Big hit with my son; wonderful series
- By EmilyK on 06-06-16
By: Pamela D. Pollack, and others
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Finding My Dance
- By: Ria Thundercloud
- Narrated by: Ria Thundercloud
- Length: 7 mins
- Unabridged
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At four years old, Ria Thundercloud was brought into the powwow circle, ready to dance in the special jingle dress her mother made for her. As she grew up, she danced with her brothers all over Indian country....
By: Ria Thundercloud
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Feed Your Mind
- A Story of August Wilson
- By: Jen Bryant
- Narrated by: David Sadzin
- Length: 52 mins
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August Wilson (1945-2005) was a two-time Pulitzer Prize-winning playwright. Like many of his plays, Feed Your Mind is told in two acts, revealing how Wilson grew up to be one of the most influential American playwrights....
By: Jen Bryant
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I Am Jim Henson
- Ordinary People Change the World Series
- By: Brad Meltzer
- Narrated by: Marc Thompson, Various
- Length: 18 mins
- Unabridged
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Jim Henson was a born performer with a terrific sense of humor, and he used his talents to help create two of the most beloved programs ever: The Muppet Show and Sesame Street. Through his Muppets, Jim showed the world that there’s nothing more beautiful than imagination....
By: Brad Meltzer
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Who Is RuPaul?
- Who Was?
- By: Nico Medina, Who HQ
- Narrated by: Vikas Adam
- Length: 1 hr and 1 min
- Unabridged
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RuPaul Andre Charles always knew he was meant to be a performer. Even as a young child, he loved to dress up and imitate the glamorous women he saw on television. When he turned 15, he began studying theater in a performing arts school in Atlanta and never looked back....
By: Nico Medina, and others
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Tallchief
- America's Prima Ballerina
- By: Maria Tallchief, Rosemary Wells
- Narrated by: Gabrielle De Cuir, Connie Mustang
- Length: 20 mins
- Unabridged
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Growing up on the Osage Indian reservation, Maria Tallchief was a gifted pianist and dancer. According to Osage tradition, women are not permitted to dance, but Maria's parents recognized her gifts and allowed her to break the rule....
By: Maria Tallchief, and others
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Who Was Jim Henson?
- Who Was...?
- By: Joan Holub
- Narrated by: Paul Boehmer
- Length: 1 hr and 3 mins
- Unabridged
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Jim Henson broke into television with a five-minute puppetry segment when he was only a freshman in college. He created puppets like none ever seen before, with expressive fabric faces....
By: Joan Holub
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Who Was Celia Cruz?
- By: Pam Pollack, Meg Belviso, Who HQ
- Narrated by: Frankie Corzo
- Length: 1 hr and 3 mins
- Unabridged
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How did a working-class girl from Cuba become a symbol of artistic freedom for Cuban Americans and the "Queen of Salsa"? Find out in this addition to the Who HQ library....
By: Pam Pollack, and others
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Who Is Lin-Manuel Miranda?
- By: Elijah Rey-David Matos, Who HQ
- Narrated by: Giordan Diaz
- Length: 52 mins
- Unabridged
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Born in New York to Puerto Rican parents, Lin-Manuel Miranda had a passion for the arts and creativity from a young age. He participated in theater as a child and wrote his first Broadway musical, In the Heights, while he was still in college. That show won him his first Tony Award for Best Musical! He went on to create and star in the beloved musical Hamilton about the life of Alexander Hamilton. A nonstop writer, Lin-Manuel contributed music for other major projects such as Moana, Encanto, Star Wars, and The Little Mermaid.
By: Elijah Rey-David Matos, and others
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Who is Stevie Wonder?
- By: Jim Gigliotti
- Narrated by: Dominic Hoffman
- Length: 56 mins
- Unabridged
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Stevie Wonder is one of the most successful singer-songwriter-musicians of our time. Signing his first record deal when he was only 11, he had his first number one hit when he was 13. Since then he has had 30 US top 10 hits, won a range of awards for his music and his civil rights work, and created such iconic songs as "Isn't She Lovely" and "I Just Called to Say I Love You". Stevie Wonder is a beloved entertainer who continues to tour and perform around the world.
By: Jim Gigliotti
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Amazing Performers: B1 (Collins Amazing People ELT Readers)
- By: Jane Rollason - adaptor, Fiona MacKenzie - editor
- Narrated by: Collins
- Length: 1 hr and 31 mins
- Unabridged
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The inspiring stories of six people who changed history, including Pablo Casals, the Catalan cello player; Louis Armstrong, the American trumpet player and singer; Frank Sinatra, the Italian American singer and actor; Édith Piaf, France's famous singing star; Maria Callas, the Greek opera singer; and Elvis Presley, the man who changed pop music.
By: Jane Rollason - adaptor, and others
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You Are Fearless
- A Book for the Littlest Taylor Swift Fans
- By: Odd Dot, Laura Catrinella
- Narrated by: Karissa Vacker
- Length: 1 min
- Unabridged
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This uplifting book is a heartfelt wish for all children and a timeless introduction to the Grammy Award-winning and multi platinum singer and songwriter. YOU ARE FEARLESS presents Taylor Swift’s inspirational journey, encouraging children to be fearless, defy limits, and follow their hearts.
By: Odd Dot, and others
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Who Was Jim Henson?
- Who Was...?
- By: Joan Holub
- Narrated by: Paul Boehmer
- Length: 1 hr and 3 mins
- Unabridged
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Jim Henson broke into television with a five-minute puppetry segment when he was only a freshman in college. He created puppets like none ever seen before, with expressive fabric faces and rod-controlled arms. His Muppets became world-renowned celebrities and formed the backbone of a media empire. This easy-to-listen-to biography will be published 20 years after Henson's untimely death.
By: Joan Holub
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Did Walt Disney Have His Happily Ever After?
- Biography for Kids 9-12 | Children's United States Biographies
- By: Baby Professor
- Narrated by: Frank Block
- Length: 11 mins
- Unabridged
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You know Walt Disney as the company that creates your favorite fairytales. But did you know that Walt Disney was first a person? He was a man who made many dreams come true in films. He even built the happiest place on Earth. So, it’s natural for you to wonder if he ever got his happily ever after. Listen to find out more!
By: Baby Professor
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Who Is Lin-Manuel Miranda?
- By: Elijah Rey-David Matos, Who HQ
- Narrated by: Giordan Diaz
- Length: 52 mins
- Unabridged
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Born in New York to Puerto Rican parents, Lin-Manuel Miranda had a passion for the arts and creativity from a young age. He participated in theater as a child and wrote his first Broadway musical, In the Heights, while he was still in college. That show won him his first Tony Award for Best Musical! He went on to create and star in the beloved musical Hamilton about the life of Alexander Hamilton. A nonstop writer, Lin-Manuel contributed music for other major projects such as Moana, Encanto, Star Wars, and The Little Mermaid.
By: Elijah Rey-David Matos, and others
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Who is Stevie Wonder?
- By: Jim Gigliotti
- Narrated by: Dominic Hoffman
- Length: 56 mins
- Unabridged
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Stevie Wonder is one of the most successful singer-songwriter-musicians of our time. Signing his first record deal when he was only 11, he had his first number one hit when he was 13. Since then he has had 30 US top 10 hits, won a range of awards for his music and his civil rights work, and created such iconic songs as "Isn't She Lovely" and "I Just Called to Say I Love You". Stevie Wonder is a beloved entertainer who continues to tour and perform around the world.
By: Jim Gigliotti
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Amazing Performers: B1 (Collins Amazing People ELT Readers)
- By: Jane Rollason - adaptor, Fiona MacKenzie - editor
- Narrated by: Collins
- Length: 1 hr and 31 mins
- Unabridged
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The inspiring stories of six people who changed history, including Pablo Casals, the Catalan cello player; Louis Armstrong, the American trumpet player and singer; Frank Sinatra, the Italian American singer and actor; Édith Piaf, France's famous singing star; Maria Callas, the Greek opera singer; and Elvis Presley, the man who changed pop music.
By: Jane Rollason - adaptor, and others
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You Are Fearless
- A Book for the Littlest Taylor Swift Fans
- By: Odd Dot, Laura Catrinella
- Narrated by: Karissa Vacker
- Length: 1 min
- Unabridged
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This uplifting book is a heartfelt wish for all children and a timeless introduction to the Grammy Award-winning and multi platinum singer and songwriter. YOU ARE FEARLESS presents Taylor Swift’s inspirational journey, encouraging children to be fearless, defy limits, and follow their hearts.
By: Odd Dot, and others
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Who Was Jim Henson?
- Who Was...?
- By: Joan Holub
- Narrated by: Paul Boehmer
- Length: 1 hr and 3 mins
- Unabridged
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Jim Henson broke into television with a five-minute puppetry segment when he was only a freshman in college. He created puppets like none ever seen before, with expressive fabric faces and rod-controlled arms. His Muppets became world-renowned celebrities and formed the backbone of a media empire. This easy-to-listen-to biography will be published 20 years after Henson's untimely death.
By: Joan Holub
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Did Walt Disney Have His Happily Ever After?
- Biography for Kids 9-12 | Children's United States Biographies
- By: Baby Professor
- Narrated by: Frank Block
- Length: 11 mins
- Unabridged
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You know Walt Disney as the company that creates your favorite fairytales. But did you know that Walt Disney was first a person? He was a man who made many dreams come true in films. He even built the happiest place on Earth. So, it’s natural for you to wonder if he ever got his happily ever after. Listen to find out more!
By: Baby Professor
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Justin Timberlake
- From Mouseketeer to Megastar (Pop Culture Bios)
- By: Heather E. Schwartz
- Narrated by: Book Buddy Digital Media
- Length: 13 mins
- Unabridged
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You probably know Justin Timberlake as the successful boy-band singer turned solo artist whose voice dominates the airwaves. But did you know that he sang - and lost! - on the competitive TV show Star Search at the age of 11, opened a barbecue restaurant in New York City, and wrote a song for his wife, Jessica Biel, and sang it for her on their wedding day?
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Who Was Harry Houdini?
- By: Tui T. Sutherland
- Narrated by: Kevin Pariseau
- Length: 1 hr and 18 mins
- Unabridged
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Every kid has heard of Harry Houdini, the famous magician who could escape from handcuffs, jail cells, and locked trunks. But do they know that the ever-ambitious and adventurous Houdini was also a famous movie star and the first pilot to fly a plane in Australia? This well-told biography is full of the details of Houdini's life that kids will really want to know about!
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Lekker
- By LUCI on 05-08-20
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Who Was Elvis Presley?
- By: Geoff Edgers
- Narrated by: Kevin Pariseau
- Length: 50 mins
- Unabridged
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Put on your blue suede shoes and get ready for another addition to the Who Was…? series! The King could not have come from humbler origins: Born in Tupelo, Mississippi, during the Depression, he grew up with the blues music of the rural South, the gospel music of local churches, and the country-western classics. But he forged a sound all his own - and a look that was all his own, too. With curled lip, swiveling hips, and greased pompadour, Elvis changed popular music forever, ushering in the age of rock and roll.
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Perfect for elementary age kids
- By LuzS on 06-27-23
By: Geoff Edgers
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What You Never Knew About Beyoncé
- Behind the Scenes Biographies
- By: Mari Schuh
- Narrated by: uncredited
- Length: 8 mins
- Unabridged
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She’s not called Queen B for nothing! What makes Beyoncé a megastar? High-interest details of her fascinating life will enthrall listeners.
By: Mari Schuh
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Finding My Dance
- By: Ria Thundercloud
- Narrated by: Ria Thundercloud
- Length: 7 mins
- Unabridged
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At four years old, Ria Thundercloud was brought into the powwow circle, ready to dance in the special jingle dress her mother made for her. As she grew up, she danced with her brothers all over Indian country. Then Ria learned more styles—tap, jazz, ballet—but still loved the expressiveness of Indigenous dance. And despite feeling different as one of the only Native American kids in her school, she always knew she could turn to dance to cheer herself up.
By: Ria Thundercloud
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I Am Oprah Winfrey
- Ordinary People Change the World
- By: Brad Meltzer
- Narrated by: Karen Chilton, Joniece Abbott-Pratt, Kevin R. Free, and others
- Length: 20 mins
- Unabridged
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This friendly, fun biography series focuses on the traits that made our heroes great - the traits that kids can aspire to in order to live heroically themselves. Each book tells the story of an icon in a lively, conversational way that works well for the youngest nonfiction audiences and that always includes the hero's childhood influences. This book features critically acclaimed talk-show host Oprah Winfrey, who used her struggles in childhood as motivation to become "Queen of All Media".
By: Brad Meltzer
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Rock Your Day (German edition)
- Mein Leben zwischen Schule und Social Media
- By: Jolina Marie Ledl
- Narrated by: Jolina Marie Ledl
- Length: 1 hr and 41 mins
- Unabridged
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Jolina Marie Ledl ist bekannt aus der TV-Serie "Die Mädchen-WG" und von ihrem erfolgreichen Instagram-Account. Frisch und witzig erzählt sie in ihrem ersten Hörbuch "Rock your Day" von ihrem ersten Casting bei der "Mädchen-WG", von ihrer Leidenschaft für den Sport und natürlich von ihrer großen Liebe. Jolina gibt Tipps, wie man als Influencerin erfolgreich wird, wie man sich selbst motivieren kann und wie man seinen Tag so strukturiert, dass alles Platz findet: die Schule, die Freunde, der Sport, Model-Jobs und die Fans.
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Sister, Brother, Family
- An American Childhood in Music
- By: Willie Nelson, Bobbie Nelson, Chris Barton
- Narrated by: Christopher Ryan Grant, Kimberly Farr
- Length: 13 mins
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He was a boy with a guitar. She was a girl with a piano. Raised by loving grandparents in Depression-era rural Texas, their humble beginnings playing local shows to put food on the table started Willie and Bobbie Nelson on a remarkable path to global stardom. In a story filled with details of a childhood in rural Texas - with church socials, general stores, and town dances - Willie and Bobbie weave together an inspiring story of a long-ago time. With triumphs and tragedies, hard work, and determination, here is a deeply personal, gorgeously written, and profoundly moving tale of hope.
By: Willie Nelson, and others
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Millicent Simmonds: Actor and Activist
- Movers, Shakers, and History Makers
- By: Rachel Smoka-Richardson, Nancy Starr - consultant
- Narrated by: uncredited
- Length: 22 mins
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Deaf actor Millicent Simmonds captivated audiences with her performances in Wonderstruck and A Quiet Place. She has appeared in music videos, TV episodes, and at awards shows that have brought awareness to how deaf people experience the world. Learn more about this talented young actor and how she intends to give deaf people the space to tell their own stories.
By: Rachel Smoka-Richardson, and others
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Idina Menzel
- Vocal Superpower (Pop Culture Bios)
- By: Heather E. Schwartz
- Narrated by: Book Buddy Digital Media
- Length: 12 mins
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You probably know Idina Menzel as the amazing singer of "Let It Go" and the voice of Elsa in the movie Frozen. But did you know that she dreamed of playing the title character in the musical Annie, sang at weddings and bar mitzvahs before making it big on Broadway, and started a summer camp for kids?
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Sterling Biographies
- Harry Houdini
- By: Rita Thievon Mullin
- Narrated by: Kevin Pariseau
- Length: 2 hrs and 44 mins
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Beyond his on-stage magic, Houdini also made his mark as an airplane pioneer, movie star, and debunker of frauds. His renown extended from his childhood home in Appleton, Wisconsin to Europe to Sydney, Australia. Children will thrill as they read about his seemingly superhuman successes - including when Houdini, hanging by his ankles and wrapped in a straightjacket, managed to free himself in less than three minutes.
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Best biogeography ever
- By Jill on 04-12-16
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I Am Jim Henson
- Ordinary People Change the World Series
- By: Brad Meltzer
- Narrated by: Marc Thompson, Various
- Length: 18 mins
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This friendly, fun biography series focuses on the traits that made our heroes great - the traits that kids can aspire to in order to live heroically themselves. Jim Henson, for example, was always dreaming up something new, and always expressing his belief in the goodness of people. Henson was a born performer with a terrific sense of humor, and he used those talents to help create two of the most beloved programs in television history: The Muppet Show and Sesame Street. Through his Muppets, Jim showed the world that there’s nothing more beautiful than imagination.
By: Brad Meltzer
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The Rise (and Falls) of Jackie Chan
- By: Kristen Mai Giang
- Narrated by: Joshua Chang
- Length: 17 mins
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Jackie Chan has been making movies and amazing audiences with his original and comedic stunts for decades. But before he was an international star, Jackie grew up in relative poverty in China, studied martial arts at the grueling China Drama Academy, and worked for years trying to find his way in film. Twist, tumble, and train alongside martial arts hero Jackie Chan in this biography from lauded author Kristen Mai Giang.
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Steven Spielberg
- Get to Know the Extraordinary Filmmaker
- By: Judy Greenspan
- Narrated by: uncredited
- Length: 27 mins
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Steven Spielberg has changed the cinematic world with his hugely popular films. Testing out new technology, telling dramatic stories, and collaborating with successful directors, actors, and producers built Spielberg's reputation as a director and producer.
By: Judy Greenspan
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Josephine
- The Dazzling Life of Josephine Baker
- By: Patricia Hruby Powell
- Narrated by: Lizan Mitchell
- Length: 40 mins
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In exuberant verse, Patricia Hruby Powell creates an extraordinary portrait of the passionate performer and civil rights advocate Josephine Baker, the woman who worked her way from the slums of St. Louis to the grandest stages in the world. Meticulously researched by the author, Josephine's powerful story of struggle and triumph is an inspiration and a spectacle, just like the legend herself
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Short and sweet
- By Kate Kafantaris on 06-27-23
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Danza!: Amalia Hernández and El Ballet Folkl¢rico de México [Dance!: Amalia Hernández and the Folkloric Ballet of Mexico]
- By: Duncan Tonatiuh
- Narrated by: Adriana Sananes
- Length: 22 mins
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As a child, Amalia always thought she would grow up to be a teacher - that was until she saw dancers perform in her town square. She was fascinated by the way they twirled and swayed, and she knew that someday she would be a dancer, too.
By: Duncan Tonatiuh
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Michaela DePrince: From War-Torn Childhood to Ballet Fame
- Movers, Shakers, and History Makers
- By: Carrie Myers
- Narrated by: uncredited
- Length: 30 mins
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Michaela DePrince was born in Sierra Leone and grew up in the United States. She rose to fame as a ballet dancer in the late 2000s. Learn more about DePrince's life as a famous ballerina!
By: Carrie Myers
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Carrie Fisher: Leia Forever
- By: Emily Pullman
- Narrated by: Joseph Dzidrums
- Length: 27 mins
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Before she was Princess Leia in Star Wars, Carrie Fisher was a young girl who loved to read and write and just happened to have famous parents. She never dreamed of being an actress like her mother, Debbie Reynolds, or a singer like her father, Eddie Fisher. When she auditioned for a sci-fi film on a whim, she had no idea it would change her life and turn her into a film icon.
By: Emily Pullman
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Who Was Walt Disney?
- Who Was...?
- By: Whitney Stewart
- Narrated by: Dan Woren
- Length: 59 mins
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Walt Disney always loved to entertain people. Often it got him into trouble. Once he painted pictures with tar on the side of his family's white house. His family was poor, and the happiest time of his childhood was spent living on a farm in Missouri. His affection for small-town life is reflected in Disneyland Main Streets around the world. This biography reveals the man behind the magic.
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Everything.
- By Carol Haight on 08-02-24
By: Whitney Stewart
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What You Never Knew About Dwayne Johnson
- Behind the Scenes Biographies
- By: Mari Schuh
- Narrated by: uncredited
- Length: 6 mins
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Dwayne Johnson is better known as the Rock. How much do you know about this pro wrestler turned superstar actor? High-interest details of his fascinating life will enthrall listeners.
By: Mari Schuh
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Molière ou la double vie de Jean-Baptiste P.
- By: Isabelle Aboulker
- Narrated by: Roland Giraud
- Length: 1 hr
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Faire découvrir et aimer Molière au travers d'un opéra, tel était le pari d'Isabelle Aboulker. Alternant récit et chants, cette œuvre à destination des enfants permet d'entrer dans l'univers du théâtre de Molière, de découvrir quelques extraits les plus savoureux de ses œuvres : "Tartuffe", "Le malade imaginaire", "L'Avare". Jean-Baptiste P., collégien d'aujourd'hui, veut faire partager sa passion pour l'œuvre de Jean-Baptiste Poquelin.
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I Am Walt Disney
- By: Brad Meltzer
- Narrated by: Various
- Length: 20 mins
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This friendly, fun biography series focuses on the traits that made our heroes great - the traits that kids can aspire to in order to live heroically themselves. Each book tells the story of one of America's icons in a lively, conversational way that works well for the youngest nonfiction listeners and that always includes the hero's childhood influences. This volume features Walt Disney, who makes dreams come true for himself and countless kids around the world.
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This product is a great value for kids and adults
- By Abdel Aziz Agaty on 07-24-21
By: Brad Meltzer
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Daisy Ridley
- Behind the Rebel, FilmStars, Volume 2
- By: Emily Pullman
- Narrated by: Joseph Dzidrums
- Length: 23 mins
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Millions know Daisy Ridley as Rey in the Star Wars movies, but what was her life like before she got her big break? Daisy Ridley: Behind the Rebel tells the life story of the girl from Westminster, England, who grew up dreaming of becoming a veterinarian before discovering that she could sing, dance, and act. This children's biography will satisfy young listeners interested in finding out more about the actress behind Rey.
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pretty bad, but it's less than three dollars
- By AH on 02-21-20
By: Emily Pullman
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Vision
- My Story of Strength
- By: Precious Perez, Zainab Nasrati - editor, Zoe Ruiz, and others
- Narrated by: Victoria Villarreal
- Length: 44 mins
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Ever since Precious Perez was a child, she has loved music. Her family always praised her singing, saying she could even attend Berklee College of Music one day—planting a seed that would become her dream. Precious was born two and a half months prematurely and weighed just one pound. Her eyes did not fully develop, and she is blind. With an engaging, accessible voice, Precious delivers an empowering first-person account of her determination to achieve her dreams, even with the world stacking the odds against her.
By: Precious Perez, and others