Non-Fiction Audiobooks

Who Was Alfred Hitchcock?

Known as one of the most influential filmmakers of all time, Alfred Hitchcock's unique vision in movies like Psycho and The Birds sent shivers down our spines and shockwaves through the film industry. His innovative camera techniques have been studied for decades and his gift for storytelling cemented his place in history. Many directors make great movies, but the genius of Hitchcock helped make movies great. Learn how a chubby boy from London became the "Master of Suspense." From the Trade Paperback edition.

Meg Belviso, Pamela D. Pollack (Author), Gildart Jackson (Narrator)

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Who Was Andy Warhol?

Best known for his screen prints of soup cans and movie stars, this shy young boy from Pittsburgh shot to fame with his radical ideas of what "art" could be. Working in the aptly named "Factory," Warhol's paintings, movies, and eccentric lifestyle blurred the lines between pop culture and art, ushering in the Pop Art movement and, with it, a national obsession. Who Was Andy Warhol? tells the story of an enigmatic man who grew into a cultural icon. From the Trade Paperback edition.

Kirsten Anderson (Author), Kaleo Griffith (Narrator)

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Lion: A Long Way Home Young Readers' Edition

The young readers' edition of the true story that inspired Lion, the major motion picture starring Dev Patel, David Wenham, Rooney Mara, and Nicole Kidman. When Saroo Brierley used Google Earth to find his long-lost home town half a world away, he made global headlines. Saroo had become lost on a train in India at the age of five. Not knowing the name of his family or where he was from, he survived for weeks on the streets of Kolkata before being taken into an orphanage and adopted by a couple in Australia. Despite being happy in his new family, Saroo always wondered about his origins. When he was a young man the advent of Google Earth led him to pore over satellite images of India for landmarks he recognized. And one day, after years of searching, he miraculously found what he was looking for and set off on a journey to find his mother. This edition features new material from Saroo about his childhood, including a new foreword and a Q&A about his experiences and the process of making the film. "The emotional journey of Saroo Brierley (Patel) . . . will melt hearts around the globe."—People magazine "Amazing stuff."—The New York Post

Saroo Brierley (Author), Vikas Adam (Narrator)

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The Elephant Whisperer: My Life with the Herd in the African Wild

When South African conservationist Lawrence Anthony was asked to accept a herd of "rogue" wild elephants on his Thula Thula game reserve in Zululand, his common sense told him to refuse. But he was the herd's last chance of survival: they would be killed if he wouldn't take them. In order to save their lives, Anthony took them in. In the years that followed he became a part of their family. And as he battled to create a bond with the elephants, he came to realize that they had a great deal to teach him about life, loyalty, and freedom. The Elephant Whisperer is a heartwarming, exciting, funny, and sometimes sad account of Anthony's experiences with these huge yet sympathetic creatures. Set against the background of life on an African game reserve, with unforgettable characters and exotic wildlife, it is a delightful book that will appeal to animal lovers and adventurous souls everywhere.

Graham Spence, Lawrence Anthony (Author), Simon Vance (Narrator)

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The Disappearing Spoon: And Other True Tales of Rivalry, Adventure, and the History of the World fro

A young readers edition of the New York Times bestseller The Disappearing Spoon, chronicling the extraordinary stories behind one of the greatest scientific tools in existence: the periodic table. Why did Gandhi hate iodine (I, 53)? How did radium (Ra, 88) nearly ruin Marie Curie's reputation? And why did tellurium (Te, 52) lead to the most bizarre gold rush in history? The periodic table is a crowning scientific achievement, but it's also a treasure trove of adventure, greed, betrayal, and obsession. The fascinating tales in The Disappearing Spoon follow elements on the table as they play out their parts in human history, finance, mythology, conflict, the arts, medicine, and the lives of the (frequently) mad scientists who discovered them. Adapted for a middle grade audience, the young readers edition of The Disappearing Spoon offers the material in a simple, easy-to-follow format, with approximately 20 line drawings and sidebars throughout. Students, teachers, and burgeoning science buffs will love learning about the history behind the chemistry.

Sam Kean (Author), Robert Petkoff (Narrator)

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Cold Light: Creatures, Discoveries, and Inventions That Glow

Have you ever wondered just how a glow stick works? Or what about those glow-in-the-dark stars you stick on your ceiling keep on shining? In her first book, author and teacher Anita Sitarski answers these questions and more giving listeners the inside scoop on everything that glows. Fireflies, bacteria, squid, jelly fish-what do all of these things have in common? They glow! It seems like one of mother nature's mysteries, but many curious scientists have begun to shine light on this beautiful phenomenon. Cold Light follows the journey these scientists have taken and tells us how things glow. Narrator Jessica Almasy's sparkling narration draws listeners even further into this enchanting subject. "A deeper look at a topic that has fascinated every firefly-hunting youngster."-School Library Journal ". a first purchase for school and public libraries supporting science-fair participants."-Kirkus Reviews

Anita Sitarski (Author), Jessica Almasy (Narrator)

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Dirty Beasts

Penguin presents Dirty Beasts by Roald Dahl, complete and unabridged and raucously read by Miriam Margolyes, Stephen Mangan, and Tamsin Greig. The audiobook contains original music. In Dirty Beasts we meet a ghastly menagerie of wonderfully comic animals that can only have been invented by Roald Dahl. There is the toad that jumps to France - at his own peril; the pig who ponders the meaning of life; the anteater who gets the wrong end of the stick; and many more. Snigger, titter and laugh at their antics in this collection of irreverent and absurdly comic verse!

Roald Dahl (Author), Miriam Margolyes, Stephen Mangan, Tamsin Greig (Narrator)

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Diary Of A Minecraft Noob Steve Book 4: Invisible!: (An Unofficial Minecraft Book)

There's more to this adventure than meets the eye... Noob Steve is the last guy to turn down an adventure, but when he wakes up completely invisible after a strange dream, he's on an adventure he didn't sign up for - one to get his visibility back. Steve is about to meet a colorful cast of characters like Bob the pink sheep, Abe, the wise iron golem, and the nether witch, all who help him in his quest for visibility. The nether witch advises Steve that she can conjure up a visibility potion for him if he finishes three tasks on her to do list. Steve must travel from the Overworld to the Netherworld to achieve visibility, and he must face adversity every inch of the way - from ghasts to dangerous skeletons, to zombie pigmen. In his exploits he happens upon a friendly skeleton named Todd, riding an amicable spider mount named Ted. Todd offers to lend a hand to Steve, and everything is beginning to look up, until, he realizes that there is way more to the story. Will Steve gain his visibility back? What magic potion does the witch intend to conjure? Only time will tell when you read "Invisible!"A fantastic tale of adventure with a wonderful twist, Invisible will light up the eyes of any young fan of Minecraft, right in time for the holidays!

Mc Steve (Author), Noob Steve (Narrator)

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Diary Of A Minecraft Noob Steve Book 5: Mountain Climb: (An Unofficial Minecraft Book)

Steve knows climbing the world's biggest mountain will be hard, but he has no idea just how hard it will be... Adventurous Noob Steve is joined by his troop of friends- sweet Bailey, competitive Zach and goofy Cameron on a quest to climb the world's largest mountain. After a previous mountain climbing effort the group completed successfully, they were given the coordinates to an even bigger mountain to climb as a reward. The adventure loving pack begins their journey in the nether, climbing a mountain spanning from the nether to the overworld. In their travels, they will encounter strange, friendly zombie pigmen whose intentions seem questionable, a fabled dangerous, blood thirsty dragon, and husks - bizarre zombies who can survive in daylight. Finally, when they reach the top of the mountain, all they have to do is touch the tip. Easy peasy right? Until they realize that they might have spoken too soon...World's Biggest Mountain will entertain children but also adults, making it a perfect pick for a family read. Hilarious and unique, this book will have you turning pages until the very end.

Mc Steve (Author), Noob Steve (Narrator)

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Diary Of A Minecraft Dork Steve: The Hero: (An Unofficial Minecraft Book)

Sometimes the people you admire most have the most to hide... Loyal, lovable, (sometimes goofy) Steve is delighted to hear that reputed hero Harry Jenkins will be paying his school a visit. However, his competent but strong-willed friend Alex is not so thrilled. After Alex mysteriously seems to run away from the town, Steve decides to pursue her to find out what is the matter. He can barely contain his excitement when Harry "the Hero" Jenkins agrees to join him on his quest to find Alex! That is, until he finds out Harry Jenkins isn't the hero he is cracked up to be. Steve and Harry trek through forests and mountains in their pursuit of Alex, when they finally catch a lead - it seems she has traveled deep into the mountains. The only thing left to do is to follow in her footsteps and find her, or at least that is what Steve thinks...What is waiting on the other side of the mountain for Steve? Will he be able to find Alex and return safely? What is Harry Jenkins hiding underneath his hero facade? Only time will tell when you read "The Hero". A story of friendship and compassion, "The Hero" will entertain the reader while keeping them on the edge of their seat - a perfect combination for your child, even if they don't like to read!

Mc Steve (Author), Dork Steve (Narrator)

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Who Was Sacagawea?

Sacagawea was only sixteen when she made one of the most remarkable journeys in American history, traveling 4500 miles by foot, canoe, and horse-all while carrying a baby on her back! Without her, the Lewis and Clark expedition might have failed. Through this engaging book, kids will understand the reasons that today, 200 years later, she is still remembered and immortalized on a golden dollar coin.

Dennis Brindell Fradin, Judith Bloom Fradin (Author), Kevin Pariseau (Narrator)

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When Life Gives You Orange Juice . . .: Ask Arizona

Highlights's science editors answer kids' questions about Earth, such as Why Are Most Clouds Flat on the Bottom?

Lissa Rovetch (Author), Highlights For Children (Narrator)

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