Our Recommendations for First-Time Listeners
April 14, 2020
The benefits of listening to audiobooks are clear: audiobooks are the ultimate tool for multitaskers, as well as a great way to relax. READ MORE
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5 Listens for When Middle School’s a Drag
February 28, 2020
Middle School is a doozy, whether you’re a 13-year-old talent agent, a secret stand-up comedian, or a vampire-werewolf-zombie. READ MORE
Travel Like a Boss Santa
December 11, 2019
That sleigh ride to and from the North Pole is no joke, and you don’t want to spend it smooshed between Donner and Blitzen as they fight over the playlist. READ MORE
Staff Round-up: Spring Break Memories & Recommendations
April 16, 2019
Spring Break! It’s the amuse-bouche before the feast of summer. READ MORE
A Piglet Prequel! Announcing Kate DiCamillo’s A Piglet Named Mercy
April 3, 2019
Have Mercy! There’s a new piglet in town. READ MORE
The Whispers Author Greg Howard on the Magical Act of Listening to Audiobooks
February 19, 2019
I listen to audiobooks quite a bit—on the commute to and from work, on long weekend walks, while shopping and training at the gym, etc. And for me, a narrator can make or break the experience and determine whether or not I’m willing to commit several hours to the production. On the other hand, a great narrator can illuminate, even elevate the text, holding my attention for hours with no problem. READ MORE
8 Audiobooks to Share During Bullying Prevention Month
October 15, 2018
Of the many things kids of all ages and backgrounds face every day, bullying, unfortunately, is one of the most prevalent shared experiences. In a large-scale effort to address the issue, October has been designated National Bullying Prevention Month. READ MORE
Find yourself in diverse YA characters, and lose yourself in these powerful audiobooks
October 10, 2018
Every voice deserves to be heard, and audiobooks bring diverse YA characters and stories to vibrant life. READ MORE
Supernatural Listens for Teens and Middle Schoolers
October 8, 2018
October is one of the best times to listen to spine-tingling tales, as the days get short, the nights longer, and Halloween looms on the horizon.
Rather than spook younger readers with gruesome horror stories, why not share some gentler supernatural audiobooks? READ MORE
6 Audiobooks to Share with Kids During Hispanic Heritage Month
September 28, 2018
It’s important for kids of all ages to see diversity in literature that reflects the world around them. Additionally, it’s important to discover stories that explore cultural heritages similar and different from their own. That’s why these audiobooks are perfect listens for you and your children during Hispanic Heritage Month. READ MORE
