Audiobooks Narrated by Mirron Willis

Who Was Langston Hughes?

"Find out how a young boy from the Midwest became one of the most important writers and activists of the Harlem Renaissance in this addition to the #1 New York Times bestselling series! Langston Hughes was born in Joplin, Missouri, and was raised by his grandmother, who told him many stories of the Black American experience and taught him to be proud of his race from a young age. With her guidance, Langston went on to become a talented writer in high school, creating dramatic plays, poetry, and articles for the school paper. His career as a writer would continue to blossom. Langston pioneered Jazz Poetry and published nearly twenty poetry books during his lifetime as well as novels, books for children, nonfiction books, and plays. He was an activist and a major figure of the Harlem Renaissance period, alongside Zora Neale Hurston and Countee Cullen. Young readers can learn about Langston's beloved writing, including some of his most famous poems 'Dreams' and 'The Weary Blues,' and his long-lasting legacy in this middle-grade biography."

Billy Merrell (Author), Mirron Willis (Narrator)

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Laddertop 3

"All seems lost as a giant comet hurtles toward Earth, while Robbi’s Laddertop is thrown into chaos by the unleashing of Energy Spiders that now prowl the Power Web. As Robbi races against time to save the Laddertop and reveal its final secret, Azure and the rest of her research team discover the horrible truth about the comet and the existence of a different, malevolent group of aliens: The Takers. It’s up to these brilliant children to work together, using their special gifts and the unique bonds they share, to find a way to stop the end of the world before it’s too late."

Emily Janice Card, Orson Scott Card (Author), Bahni Turpin, Gabrielle De Cuir, Judy Young, Kirby Heyborne, Mirron Willis, Paul Boehmer, Stefan Rudnicki, a full cast (Narrator)

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Laddertop 2

"Basic training is over. For eleven-year-old Robbi, the real work on the Laddertop station begins … even as its strange, dark secrets grow more compelling. With the help of mentally-linked robot companions, she and an elite crew of children perform the dangerous maintenance work on the Power Web. But only Robbi keeps having urgent dreams from The Givers, the alien species who bestowed upon humans all the Laddertop technology. Meanwhile, her best friend Azure goes from Laddertop reject to a recruit for a secret research mission, led by a group of rebels who don’t trust that the Givers mean no harm. Though on different paths, the two friends’ destinies soon collide, as they decipher an alien message and solve an ancient mystery that could either save the Earth from invasion … or trigger its imminent destruction."

Emily Janice Card, Orson Scott Card (Author), Bahni Turpin, Gabrielle De Cuir, Judy Young, Kirby Heyborne, Mirron Willis, Paul Boehmer, Stefan Rudnicki, a full cast (Narrator)

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The Dark-Thirty: Southern Tales of the Supernatural

"This Newbery Honor Book and Coretta Scott King Award Winner from beloved author Patricia McKissack offers a "stellar collection" of "ten original stories, all with a foundation in African-American history or culture" (School Library Journal). In that special half-hour of twilight-the dark-thirty-there are stories to be told. Mesmerizing and breathtakingly original, these tales are inspired by African American history and range from the time of slavery to the civil rights era. With her extraordinary gift for suspense, Patricia C. McKissack has created a heart-stopping collection of lasting value, a book not quickly forgotten. An ALA Notable Children's Book An NCSS-CBC Notable Children's Trade Book in the Field of Social Studies An IRA Teachers' Choice"

Patricia McKissack (Author), Allyson Johnson, Mirron Willis (Narrator)

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I am Muhammad Ali

"The American boxing champ and vocal civil rights activist Muhammad Ali is the 27th hero in the New York Times bestselling picture book biography series for ages 5 to 8, adapted for audio. Muhammad Ali was the leading heavyweight boxer of the 20th century and a charismatic, beloved public figure. His objection to the military draft during the Vietnam War made him an icon for a generation, and his impact in sports and the Civil Rights movement is still felt today.   This friendly, fun biography series inspired the PBS Kids TV show Xavier Riddle and the Secret Museum. One great role model at a time, these audiobooks encourage kids to dream big. Included in each audiobook are:    • A timeline of key events in the hero's history       • Childhood moments that influenced the hero    • Facts that make great conversation-starters    • A character trait that made the person heroic and that readers can aspire to  You'll want to collect each audiobook in this dynamic, informative series!"

Brad Meltzer (Author), Barrett Leddy, Damian Thompson, Deepti Gupta, Eileen Stevens, Joshua Scarlett, Keylor Leigh, Leon Nixon, Mark Bramhall, Mirron Willis (Narrator)

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African Town

"Chronicling the story of the last Africans brought illegally to America in 1860, African Town is a powerful and stunning novel-in-verse. In 1860, long after the United States outlawed the importation of enslaved laborers, 110 men, women and children from Benin and Nigeria were captured and brought to Mobile, Alabama aboard a ship called Clotilda. Their journey includes the savage Middle Passage and being hidden in the swamplands along the Alabama River before being secretly parceled out to various plantations, where they made desperate attempts to maintain both their culture and also fit into the place of captivity to which they'd been delivered. At the end of the Civil War, the survivors created a community for themselves they called African Town, which still exists to this day. Told in 14 distinct voices, including that of the ship that brought them to the American shores and the founder of African Town, this powerfully affecting historical novel-in-verse recreates a pivotal moment in US and world history, the impacts of which we still feel today. * This audiobook includes a downloadable PDF with a glossary and additional resources."

Charles Waters, Irene Latham (Author), Andrew Eiden, Cary Hite, Cassandra Campbell, Mark Sanderlin, Michael Obiora, Mirron Willis, Nene Nwoko, Patrick Zeller, Prentice Onayemi, Ronald Peet, Sandra Okuboyejo, Sean Patrick Hopkins, Soneela Nankani (Narrator)

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EndoMEtriosis: A Guide for Girls

"Endometriosis is a physically and mentally debilitating disease that has tortured women for centuries. It currently affects 176 million women of childbearing age worldwide, including one in ten in the US. Despite those startling statistics, this horrific and incurable ailment is still relatively unknown to the general population and medical professionals alike. Symptoms of heavy periods and excruciating pain most often begin in middle school or high school, yet doctors take an average of twelve years to diagnose it in a patient. As a result, these undiagnosed and misdiagnosed women suffer into at least their mid-twenties or early thirties, repeatedly told that the pain is in their minds, that it’s simply part of becoming a woman, or that it’s caused by some other disease or condition. That nonsense must stop, and it must stop now! This guide will explain what endo is in terms that adolescents can understand, along with potential remedies, treatments to avoid, and how to manage the psychological and social effects of the disease. It will also include riveting stories from women in their teens and mid-twenties, and from those closest to them such as mothers, fathers, teachers, and coaches. One of the most terrifying aspects of having endo is feeling like nobody believes the pain is real or severe, which can cause a woman to feel scared, isolated, and depressed. This guide will fully arm her with the truth and knowledge about the disease so that she can overcome her fears and confidently advocate for herself. If her cry for help has been dismissed by anyone, she will be able to educate them so that they can empathize with her and fully support her in her quest for healing."

Tamer Seckin (Author), Alex Boyles, Ann Richardson, Erica Sullivan, Janina Edwards, Joniece Abbott-Pratt, Kevin Kenerly, Kyla Garcia, Mirron Willis, Rachel Jacobs, Taylor Meskimen (Narrator)

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Brendan Buckley's Universe and Everything in It

"Winner of the Coretta Scott King / John Steptoe New Talent Award, this acclaimed, multicultural book about a biracial boy with a passion for science will resonate with children everywhere who can't-or won't-be defined by categories.   Ten-year-old Brendan Buckley is a self-declared scientist: asking questions and looking for answers, but most of all struggling against the overprotective behavior of his parents. Up until now, he has never even met his grandfather-the grandfather his mother won't even speak of.   A chance encounter brings Brendan and his grandfather together where Brendan initiates a relationship with estranged grandfather, Ed DeBose. While they share a passion for geology, they do not share the color of their skin; Brendan's skin is brown, not pink like Ed DeBose's. Pretty soon, Brendan sets out to uncover the reason behind Ed's absence but soon discovers that family secrets can't be explained by science.   A winner of the Coretta Scott King/John Steptoe New Talent Author Award, this is a novel about a boy learning about race relations and what it means to be a family.     An NCSS-CBC Notable Social Studies Trade Book for Young People A Bank Street College of Education Best Children's Book of the Year   'Frazier writes affectingly about what being biracial means in twenty-first century America.' -School Library Journal   'Brendan is an appealing character with a sense of honor. . . . A good, accessible selection to inspire discussion of racism and prejudice.' -Kirkus Reviews   'Frazier delivers her messages without using an overly heavy hand. Brendan is a real kid with a passion for science and also a willingness to push his parents' rules.' -Booklist"

Sundee T. Frazier (Author), Mirron Willis (Narrator)

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