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An Abundance of Katherines
Colin has been dumped by his nineteenth Katherine and is no longer a “child prodigy” and definitely not an adult genius. His wise-cracking buddy Hassan decides that the cure for Colin's blues is to take a summer road trip. The smart, quirky characters come to life with Jeff Woodman's gentle, thoughtful interpretation.- Realistic Fiction
- Selected Audiobooks for Young Adults 2008
- ISBN: 9781491510667
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Before I Die
Tessa is dying of cancer and has only a short time to live. Through humor and pain, Tessa takes listeners through her list of things she must do before she dies – sex, drugs, breaking the law – but the list starts to change as Tessa finds that there are more important things she wants to experience. Parry captures every range of emotion that Tessa experiences.- Realistic Fiction
- Selected Audiobooks for Young Adults 2008
- ISBN: 9780739362884
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The Black Tattoo
This intricate fantasy is partly set in modern London and partly set in Hell. Jack follows his friend, Charlie, into Hell in an attempt to save him. Jack, Charlie and their friend, Esme, are pitted against the evil Scourge. If they fail, it will be the end of the universe and all life in it. Lee creates a cast of unique characters.- Fantasy, Science Fiction
- Selected Audiobooks for Young Adults 2008
- ISBN: 9780739336755
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Bloody Jack: Being an Account of the Curious Adventures of Mary "Jacky" Faber, Ship's Boy
Jacky is quickly becoming a respected ship's boy aboard the HMS Dolphin. Jacky has a secret that she is struggling to keep from everyone on the ship – she's a girl. Kellgren's Cockney accent brings this rousing tale to life. -
Cupid
Julius Lester retells this story of Cupid and Psyche in his own inimitable fashion. Henderson was completely into his role of storyteller – funny, dramatic, ironic and delighted to tell you this story.- Fantasy, Science Fiction
- Selected Audiobooks for Young Adults 2008
- ISBN: 9780739348505
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Evolution, Me and Other Freaks of Nature
Ostracized by her friends for doing what she thought was right, Mena, in studying evolution, finds that she can fight for what she believes in. Vernoff's voice is appropriately young, sweet, and shows growth as Mena finds her way.- Realistic Fiction
- Selected Audiobooks for Young Adults 2008
- ISBN: 9780739351352
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Forever in Blue
Members of the Sisterhood spend the summer apart from each other, but somehow the Pants bring them back together again. A flawless reading infused with true humor and emotion.- Realistic Fiction
- Selected Audiobooks for Young Adults 2008
- ISBN: 9780739348451
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Harry Potter and the Deathly Hallows
In his seventh and final year at Hogwarts, Harry and his friends have decided not to return, bound by Professor Dumbledore's dying wish to find and destroy the Horcruxes where He Who Cannot Be Named has stored the pieces of his soul. Once again, Jim Dale does not disappoint – a tour de force. -
I Am the Messenger
After capturing a bank robber, nineteen-year-old cab driver Ed Kennedy begins receiving mysterious messages that direct him to addresses where people need help, and he begins getting over his lifelong feeling of worthlessness.
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Jazz
Illustrations and rhyming text celebrate the roots of jazz music. -
Life As We Knew It
Through journal entries sixteen-year-old Miranda describes her family's struggle to survive after a meteor hits the moon, causing worldwide tsunamis, earthquakes, and volcanic eruptions. Bauer tells this funny, frightening, realistic story of survival, family and hope.- Fantasy, Science Fiction
- Selected Audiobooks for Young Adults 2008
- ISBN: 9780739336830
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Mao's Last Dancer
Cunxin's life story as a ballet dancer under Mao's control at the Beijing Dance Academy is a moving and fantastic exploration of one man's determination to find freedom. English's flawless performance enhances this beautiful and simple story.- Nonfiction
- Selected Audiobooks for Young Adults 2008
- ISBN: 9780425201336
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Mimus
Prince Florin is taken prisoner by a neighboring kingdom and is forced to become a court jester. Caulfield's charming accent adds texture and excitement through his great characterizations and varied storytelling.- Fantasy, Science Fiction
- Selected Audiobooks for Young Adults 2008
- ISBN: 9780739348659
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The Off Season
High school junior D.J. staggers under the weight of caring for her badly injured brother, her responsibilities on the dairy farm, a changing relationship with her friend Brian, and her own athletic aspirations. Moore is D.J. with her sweet voice, upbeat delivery and that Midwestern accent.- Realistic Fiction
- Selected Audiobooks for Young Adults 2008
- ISBN: 9780739351062
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Peak
A fourteen-year-old boy attempts to be the youngest person to reach the top of Mount Everest. De Ocampo puts the listener right in the middle of the action.- Realistic Fiction
- Selected Audiobooks for Young Adults 2008
- ISBN: 9781429487344
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The Rules of Survival
The Rules of Survival tells a tale of a family trying to survive in the clutches of an abusive mother. Passer's calm, measured voice allows the listener to share in their struggles.- Realistic Fiction
- Selected Audiobooks for Young Adults 2008
- ISBN: 9780739349083
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Samurai Shortstop
While obtaining a Western education at a prestigious Japanese boarding school in 1890, sixteen-year-old Toyo also receives traditional samurai training which has profound effects on both his baseball game and his relationship with his father. Morey's narration comes alive on the baseball field, delivering play-by-play with the excitement and enthusiasm of a modern commentator.- Realistic Fiction
- Selected Audiobooks for Young Adults 2008
- ISBN: 9780739336397
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Skulduggery Pleasant
Rupert Degas fleshes out a cast of characters including a “tweenage” girl, nefarious villains, and a skeleton detective. Music and sound effects mirror the mood of this bone-rattling mystery. -
Soul Eater: Chronicles of Ancient Darkness, Book 3
Kidnapped by Soul Eaters, Wolf is taken to the desolate, freezing Far North leaving Torak and Renn to fight for their very survival while trying to save his pack brother. McKellan continues to weave the Chronicles of Ancient Darkness.
- Fantasy, Science Fiction
- Selected Audiobooks for Young Adults 2008
- ISBN: 9781428146099
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Thirteen Reasons Why
Hannah Baker has left Clay a message - a message for him and the other people who made her life so unbearable that she felt she had no choice but to end it. One of those books that excels in its audio interpretation, two accomplished readers take this very moving story and make it fly.- Realistic Fiction
- Selected Audiobooks for Young Adults 2008
- ISBN: 9780739361221
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Treasure Island
Stevenson's pirate classic elegantly unfolds as Alfred Molina's panoply of accents and the soundscape of the sea place listeners aboard the Hispaniola. -
Wintersmith
Crivens! Tiffany Aching has danced with the Wintersmith and he is determined to have her for his bride. Briggs reads quickly, keeping this novel on a breakneck pace.- Fantasy, Science Fiction
- Selected Audiobooks for Young Adults 2008
- ISBN: 9780061233364