Biography & Memoir Audiobooks

Classified: The Secret Career of Mary Golda Ross, Cherokee Aerospace Engineer

Mary Golda Ross designed classified airplanes and spacecraft as Lockheed Aircraft Corporation's first female engineer. This story traces her journey from being the only girl in a high-school math class to becoming a teacher to pursuing an engineering degree, joining the top-secret Skunk Works division of Lockheed, and being a mentor for Native Americans and young women interested in engineering. In addition, this story highlights Cherokee values such as working cooperatively, remaining humble, and helping ensure equal opportunity and education for all.

Traci Sorell (Author), Delanna Studi, John Ross, Traci Sorell (Narrator)

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Kid Innovators: True Tales of Childhood from Inventors and Trailblazers

Moving, funny, and totally true childhood biographies of Bill Gates, Madam C. J. Walker, Hedy Lamarr, Walt Disney, and twelve other international innovators. Throughout history people have experimented, invented, and created new ways of doing things. Kid Innovators tells the stories of a diverse group of brilliant thinkers in fields like technology, education, business, science, art, and entertainment, reminding us that every innovator started out as a kid. Florence Nightingale rescued baby mice, Alan Turing was a daydreamer with terrible handwriting, and Alvin Ailey felt like a failure at sports.

Robin Stevenson (Author), Elisabeth Rodgers (Narrator)

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She Persisted: Ruby Bridges

Inspired by the #1 New York Times bestseller She Persisted by Chelsea Clinton and Alexandra Boiger comes a chapter book series about women who stood up, spoke up and rose up against the odds! In this chapter book biography by NAACP Image Award-winning author and Coretta Scott King Honor recipient Kekla Magoon, readers learn about the amazing life of Ruby Bridges--and how she persisted. As a first grader, Ruby Bridges was the first Black student to integrate William Frantz Elementary School in New Orleans, Louisiana. This was no easy task, especially for a six-year-old. Ruby's bravery and perseverance inspired children and adults alike to fight for equality and social justice. Perfect for back-to-school reading! Complete with an introduction from Chelsea Clinton, black-and-white illustrations throughout, and a list of ways that readers can follow in Ruby Bridges's footsteps and make a difference! Praise for She Persisted: Ruby Bridges: 'Bridges' voice, quoted from various sources, gives readers access to her own perspective. A context-offering complement to Bridges' own books for children.' --Kirkus Reviews

Chelsea Clinton, Kekla Magoon (Author), Chelsea Clinton, Janina Edwards (Narrator)

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She Persisted Audio Collection: Volume 1: Harriet Tubman; Claudette Colvin; Virginia Apgar; and more

Inspired by the #1 New York Times bestseller She Persisted by Chelsea Clinton and Alexandra Boiger comes a chapter book series about women who stood up, spoke up, and rose up against the odds. Listeners can now enjoy the first eight biographies in one audio collection! • She Persisted: Harriet Tubman by Andrea Davis Pinkney, read by Bahni Turpin • She Persisted: Claudette Colvin by Lesa Cline-Ransome, read by Janina Edwards • She Persisted: Sally Ride by Atia Abawi, read by Carolyn King • She Persisted: Virginia Apgar by Dr. Sayantani DasGupta, read by Tavia Gilbert • She Persisted: Nellie Bly by Michelle Knudsen, read by Rebekkah Ross • She Persisted: Sonia Sotomayor by Meg Medina, read by Frankie Corzo • She Persisted: Florence Griffith Joyner by Rita Williams-Garcia, read by Janina Edwards • She Persisted: Ruby Bridges by Kekla Magoon, read by Janina Edwards In each chapter book biography by an award-winning and/or best-selling author, listeners learn about the amazing life of an important woman--and how she persisted. Includes an introduction written and read by Chelsea Clinton.

Andrea Davis Pinkney, Atia Abawi, Chelsea Clinton, Kekla Magoon, Lesa Cline-Ransome, Meg Medina, Michelle Knudsen, Rita Williams-Garcia, Sayantani Dasgupta (Author), Bahni Turpin, Carolyn King, Janina Edwards, Tavia Gilbert, Various (Narrator)

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Vlad and the Florence Nightingale Adventure

The dirt and filth of Scutari Hospital creates the perfect home for Vlad the flea and Loxton the rat. But the arrival of Florence Nightingale and her strange companion changes everything. Will the friends be driven out or can they save the day? The Vlad flea books are a series of historically accurate stories narrated by Vlad himself. In them he weaves a tale about the events he sees and in the process tells his young listeners about moments in history. These books include a fact file giving further details and clarifying what really happened all those years ago.

Kate Cunningham (Author), Emma Hixson (Narrator)

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¿Conoces a Wolfi?

Al cumplirse 250 años del natalicio de Wolfgang Amadeus Mozart, el actor y cantante, Mario Iván Martínez pretende celebrar con los jóvenes la gigantesca personalidad del genio de Salzburgo a través de un sencillo relato que subraya los dones del más celebre niño prodigio de la historia.

Mario Iván Martínez (Author), Mario Iván Martínez (Narrator)

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Joe Biden

After decades as a senator and eight years as a vice president, Joseph Biden gained a lot of experience in politics! In this title for young readers, high quality images and special features supplement the main text to provide information about Joseph Biden’s life and journey to become the 46th president of the United States.

Alex Monroe (Author), Dana Fleming (Narrator)

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Bill Clinton

Bill Clinton was the 42nd president! Not only is he a successful politician, but he is also a talented saxophone player. Throughout this title for young readers, leveled text introduces Bill Clinton’s journey to the presidency as well as some of the challenges and successes he had while leading the country. Additional features will highlight Clinton’s birthplace, favorite things, and much more.

Rachel Grack (Author), Dana Fleming (Narrator)

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Thomas Jefferson

From writing the Declaration of Independence to making the Louisiana Purchase, Thomas Jefferson played a big role in making the United States what it is today! In this beginning biography of the third president, young readers will learn about this founding father through vibrant photos, leveled text, and special features such as a timeline, profile, and map.

Rebecca Pettiford (Author), Dana Fleming (Narrator)

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George Washington

From farmer to founding father of the United States, George Washington lived a long, eventful life! Throughout this title, readers will learn about George Washington’s early life and presidency and how he set a foundation for the United States. As leveled text guides readers through the book, special features such as a timeline and profile provide further insight to America’s first president.

Rebecca Pettiford (Author), Dana Fleming (Narrator)

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George W. Bush

U.S. president, businessman, and former owner of the Texas Rangers baseball team? George W. Bush wore many hats in his life, but his most famous was his time as the 43rd president. In this title, leveled text and high-quality images introduce readers to George W. Bush and his life before, during, and after the presidency. Meanwhile, additional features highlight his birthplace, hobbies, and so much more!

Rebecca Pettiford (Author), Dana Fleming (Narrator)

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Ronald Reagan

Lifeguard. Actor. President. Jelly bean fanatic? These are just a few things that emerging readers will learn about Ronald Regan in this beginning biography title about his life, presidency, and legacy. Special features include a thought-provoking question, a timeline of life events, and a profile to help readers better understand the man who helped end the Cold War.

Rachel Grack (Author), Dana Fleming (Narrator)

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