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Title: Slim's Good-bye

Subtitle: Hank the Cowdog

Author: John R. Erickson

Narrator: John R. Erickson

Format: Unabridged

Length: 2 hrs and 47 mins

Language: English

Release date: 07-17-08

Publisher: Maverick Books Inc

Ratings: 4.5 of 5 out of 41 votes

Genres: Kids, Ages 8-10

Publisher's Summary:

Things are not looking good for the ranch. So when Loper heads into town to negotiate with the banker, Slim hits the road in search of a new home.

Meanwhile, Hank and his faithful sidekick Drover hitch a ride in the back of Slim's pickup. Before long, they come to a stop in an unfamiliar town. And when Slim lands himself a new job, Hank finds that he's no longer the Head of Ranch Security, but the Head of Chicken House Security. Hank knows that this new life is for the birds...but will he ever see the ranch again?

Hank and Drover sing "We're Freezing Our Tails", and Slim sings his "Song of the Road".

Members Reviews:

Love Hank the Cowdog!

Love Hank the Cowdog so much! Keep them coming!

Five Stars

Book was in very good condition.

Five Stars

Awesome audios for kids of all ages. We love Hank the Cowdog

Five Stars

Hank books are fun - even for adults.

Hank the Cowdog #34 Slim's Goodbye

Times are difficult on the ranch so Slim decides to leave and find a new job. Hank & Drover see an opportunity to go for a ride and jump in Slim's pick-up...no knowing that Slim doesn't plan to come back. Can't reveal the ending, but this one will entertain you as all of the series does. John Erickson does it again.

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Title: The Case of the Double Bumblebee Sting

Subtitle: Hank the Cowdog

Author: John R. Erickson

Narrator: John R. Erickson

Format: Unabridged

Length: 2 hrs and 12 mins

Language: English

Release date: 06-22-08

Publisher: Maverick Books Inc

Ratings: 4.5 of 5 out of 35 votes

Genres: Kids, Ages 8-10

Publisher's Summary:

Hank is sure that he's the unlucky recipient of a dreaded double bumblebee sting. But when his snout swells up and he starts feeling woozy, it seems as though it might be something much worse. No matter what, Hank's gonna need some help to survive - or his days as Head of Ranch Security will be over forever.

New songs include "I Was Bitten on the Nose by a Rattlesnake" and "Eating Bugs Is Lots of Fun".

Members Reviews:

A Superb Series - delightful for adults AND kids!

If you could sum up The Case of the Double Bumblebee Sting in three words, what would they be?

Funny. Funnier. Funniest!!

A delightful series of audio books that is narrated by the author who is also a marvelous voice actor. His stories are enjoyable to me, an adult, because of the humor, wit, spoonerisms and malapropisms. Adults and kids both are entertained by a delightful plot and just durn good story telling! And, boy, does he get into the mind of a dog!! If you love dogs you will LOVE these stories!!

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Title: The Kid Who Became President

Author: Dan Gutman

Narrator: Scott Shina

Format: Unabridged

Length: 3 hrs and 52 mins

Language: English

Release date: 04-08-08

Publisher: Recorded Books

Ratings: 4.5 of 5 out of 11 votes

Genres: Kids, Ages 8-10

Publisher's Summary:

In this delightful sequel to The Kid Who Ran for President, award-winning author Dan Gutman once again shows how much fun it can be to learn about history and politics. Scott Shina's narration tops all opinion polls for fun.

Members Reviews:

Great book

It showed me that the government has a lot of power and the president also sort of has a lot of power I is based on what would happen if a kid ran for president of the United States of America an I loved it because it seems so real I recommend this for 3rd and 4th graders but it only makes sense if you read the whole thing and also you should read the first book

this is still a good book, don't get me wrong

So, even Dan Gutman isn't on all the time. But, this is still a good book, don't get me wrong! It's just that my expectations were so high after reading the prequel, "The Kid Who Ran for President," that I was sort of let down by the relative calm of this story. But for a kid, though, it's still entertaining, and it says a lot of things about being the President that many of us don't think about. Like it being a four-year "time out," for instance. (Think about it: could you do that job?) You should read this after you read the first one, but just be warned that the humor is not quite as sharp, okay? But, you really should read it!

The Kid Who Ran for President (Kid Who (Paperback))

A Mesmerizing Book

A great book for young readers. It's humor and knowledge makes it a mesmerizing book that all kids should have. Both the Kid Who Ran For President and this book, The Kid Who Became president are awesome. These books are all so inspirational. I my self once dreamed to be president. And because of that and the book itself, I shall give it 5 stars.

Hilarious, fun to read, and educational at the same time!

We just finished reading this hilarious book about a kid who actually. E came president of the U.S.A.! As a homeschool mom I especially appreciate all of the things my boys have learned about the executive office. They now really understand things like the State of the Union Address, the powers that a president has and does not have, the need for the secret service to protect him, the electoral college, the Lincoln bedroom in the White House...and much more!

BUT, you really should read "The Kid who Ran for President" first! In fact you MUST! Both books are available on the Kindle, so don't hesitate if you're looking for a good book for your children! My boys are 14, 13, and 9 years old, and they have all loved it!

Five Stars

Fun read

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Title: The Black Tower

Author: Betsy Byars

Narrator: Lauren Davis

Format: Unabridged

Length: 3 hrs and 13 mins

Language: English

Release date: 03-27-08

Publisher: Penguin Group USA and Audible

Ratings: 4 of 5 out of 5 votes

Genres: Kids, Ages 8-10

Publisher's Summary:

At the eerie Hunt mansion, Herculeah Jones has been reading aloud to Lionus Hunt, an elderly stroke victim who can only communicate by blinking his eyes (once for yes, twice for no). Mr. Hunt seems to be trying to tell Herculeah something, but his gruff nurse won't allow her to ask any questions. What is Mr. Hunt trying to say? Is it related to a murder that took place in the mansion's black tower years ago? And who is the creepy old lady who lives in the mansion? Herculeah's friend Meat thinks she may be asking for trouble, but Herculeah Jones won't quit until she gets to the bottom of this mystery.

©2006 Betsy Byars; (P)2008 Penguin

Members Reviews:

The Best Mystery Series

Betsy Byars, the author of the Herculeah Jones mystery series, is one of the greatest authors of all time. She writes many different genres of books that are loved by all. The Black Tower is a GREAT book to read to even the youngest of readers (starting at about seven years old). I am a second grade teacher, and I have read it to my entire class. They all LOVED it! Each time we got to the end of a chapter, we couldn't stop reading. We HAD to read more!! Several students were even motivated to read this book, and some of the other Herculeah Jones Mystery books on their own!! My class loved how brave Herculeah was, and how she relied on her hair "frizzling" to help her figure out when something was wrong. They also loved how funny her friend Meat was! He always had something funny to say that they laughed out loud at. Betsy Byars left clues throughout the book that the class loved figuring out as we read. At the very end, she tied up all of the loose ends so that we could figure out the mystery like a puzzle. If you are looking for a well-written, suspenseful, and funny mystery book, this is the book for you!

This is an amazing book

I would recommend this book for a 3rd or fourth grade book and great for a book group so try it out and if you love mystery read these and the other books in the series

Great books

Amazing. It is a little bit scary for some kids but it's very interesting so if you like mysteries and detectives and solving cases this is the right book for you.

Five Stars

Thank you

The Black Tower

What awaits at the top of the Black Tower? This book starts off with a girl named Herculeah Jones. Herculeah reads to an older man named Mr. Hunt who lives in the Hunt house, also known as the Haunt house. Herculeah reads the book called "Terror In The Black Tower". Herchuleah's friend Meat waits one day outside for her and a rock flies down from the top of the tower and knocks him unconscious. The nurse who takes care of Mr. Hunt is cheerful and nice; until one day she unexpectedly goes missing and a substitute nurse comes and acts very bizarre by not letting Herchuleah ask questions to Mr. Hunt. To Herculeah Mr. Hunt tries to tell her about something. Finally, Herculeah feels the urge to go up in the Black Tower and uncovers an unexpected secret.

This book is fantastic! It is one of my most favorite books I have ever read. This book kept me thinking "Is she going to die?". The author Betsy Byars writes marvelous mystery and suspense books. I could not put this book down. These mysteries don't stop because she has a whole bunch more in the series such as The King of Murder and Dead Letter. This book is amazing, no wonder it was a nominee for 2009-2010 ICCA Awards.

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Title: Lizzie Zipmouth

Author: Jacqueline Wilson

Narrator: Sophie Aldred

Format: Unabridged

Length: 52 mins

Language: English

Release date: 03-11-08

Publisher: Bolinda Publishing Pty Ltd

Ratings: 5 of 5 out of 6 votes

Genres: Kids, Ages 8-10

Publisher's Summary:

Lizzie refuses to speak. She doesn't want to talk to Rory or Jake, her new stepbrothers, or Sam, their dad or even her mum. Shes totally fed up at having to join a new family and nothing can coax her into speaking to them. Not football, not pizza, not a new bedroom. That is, until she meets Great-Gran - a member of the new family who is even more stubborn than her - and has had a lot more practice!

Members Reviews:

ok but not interesting enough

it was good book and jaqueline did a good job, but wasnt interesting kind of boring and not long enough. not as good as candyfloss and her other books.

Lizzie zipmouth

I really liked this book I didn't think would hi it surprised me I hope I can read more I just wish that the kindle fire hd had more of Judi Curtin but that was my second Jacqueline Wilson book I have read and I hope that I can read more

Short

too short it's very good but short I was reading it at the airport because I was bored and it too short

Great book

This is a great book and I can't believe that more people have not yet read it. You will not be able to stop reading this book. It would be a great birthday present or just a normal present.

One Star

This book is awful it was really stupid and I finished it in 20 minutes. I'm 9...

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Title: The Illustrated Mum

Author: Jacqueline Wilson

Narrator: Josie Lawrence

Format: Unabridged

Length: 6 hrs and 25 mins

Language: English

Release date: 02-12-08

Publisher: Bolinda Publishing Pty Ltd

Ratings: 4 of 5 out of 13 votes

Genres: Kids, Ages 8-10

Publisher's Summary:

Marigold's daughter thinks she is the most beautiful mum in the world, but she wishes she wouldn't spend so much money and stay out all night - it's scary.

Members Reviews:

fun for all ages

I grew up with a bipolar mum, and how refreshing to hear mental illness depicted in a funny loveable way in this story.

The narrator / actress gives an Oscar worthy performance! in fact, I had to double check that it wasn't narrated by several people she does the voices so well.

loved every minute of this book.

and it's not just for kids - I'm in my twenties!

A story for all age groups.

I first heard this story as a child and I really enjoyed it. I then listened to it again years later as an adult and loved it. It does a wonderful job exploring mental illness and the effects it has on children. Its a story for all age groups.

Different...

It is such a good engaging book which also helps you realise your value of your own parents. It is a very touchy subject that has been written about but doesn't fail to meet great standards! Surely recommends:)

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Title: Sammy Keyes and the Sisters of Mercy

Author: Wendelin Van Draanen

Narrator: Tara Sands

Format: Unabridged

Length: 5 hrs and 15 mins

Language: English

Release date: 01-18-08

Publisher: Live Oak Media

Ratings: 4.5 of 5 out of 14 votes

Genres: Kids, Ages 8-10

Publisher's Summary:

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puzzler.

Critic Reviews:

"Listeners who love baseball will delight in this novel, as the playoffs for the championship highlight this story. Mystery fans will enjoy this 1999 Edgar Award winner for Best Children's Mystery." (School Library Journal)

Members Reviews:

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loved it

my kids and I love this one

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Title: The Secret of Platform 13

Author: Eva Ibbotson

Narrator: Sian Thomas

Format: Abridged

Length: 2 hrs and 54 mins

Language: English

Release date: 01-02-08

Publisher: Pan Macmillan Publishers Ltd.

Ratings: 4.5 of 5 out of 23 votes

Genres: Kids, Ages 8-10

Publisher's Summary:

It appears only once every nine years. And when it opens, four mysterious figures step into the streets of London. A wizard, an ogre, a fey, and a young hag have come to find the prince of their kingdom, stolen as a baby nine years before.

But the prince has become a horrible rich boy called Raymond Trottle who doesn't understand magic and is determined not to be rescued.

Critic Reviews:

"This kind of fun will never fail to delight." (Philip Pullman)

"Eva Ibbotson is...the heir to Nesbit's genius...This is one of the very best novels for children of seven and above that you can find. Sian Thomas's gentle, dulcet reading...is touching, hilarious and totally captivating." (Christmas Children's Special, Independent on Sunday)

Members Reviews:

Print vs. Voice

Audible version and Scholastic print version (copyright 2000) do not agree. Much is left out, so it is difficult for a child to follow voice with print copy.

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Title: A Drowned Maiden's Hair

Subtitle: A Melodrama

Author: Laura Amy Schiltz

Narrator: Alma Cuervo

Format: Unabridged

Length: 8 hrs and 39 mins

Language: English

Release date: 12-07-07

Publisher: Recorded Books

Ratings: 4.5 of 5 out of 40 votes

Genres: Kids, Ages 8-10

Publisher's Summary:

Laura Amy Schlitz delivers this Horn Book Fanfare and Cybils Award-winning best-seller that whisks 11-year-old Maud Flynn from a cold New England orphanage and into the stately mansion of three wealthy spinsters. After the Hawthorne sisters adopt her in 1909, they tell her she's their secret child. She must remain indoors at all times and must never stand in front of windows. Since these old ladies treat her so well, Maud doesn't mind their restrictions. But she does wonder what could possibly require such secrecy.

©2006 Laura Amy Schiltz (P)2007 Recorded Books

Members Reviews:

loved it!

This was fascinating -- I was drawn into the story almost immediately and found myself taking a longer route to work so I could listen just a bit more. The storyline is excellent, and if you love melodramas, this one will keep you happy for many hours.

this is one book I won't soon forget.

I love this book so much I've read it 3 times. Maude is an interesting protagonist and the Hawthorne sisters all have fascinating personalities that make them unique. this book will stick in the back of your head until you finish it and get the answers to the questions it presents. (You may still have a few even after the book is done!)

The best one yet! Great story and narration

What was one of the most memorable moments of A Drowned Maiden's Hair?

I enjoyed every bit of it. However, the fire scene was very exciting.

Which scene was your favorite?

I thought the scenes with Miss Kitterage were fabulous. I just love to hate her!

Was there a moment in the book that particularly moved you?

The end, of course. I had high hopes for a happy ending and wasn't disappointed.

Any additional comments?

Ms. Cuervo did a terrific job with the narration, changing her voice to match the characters. Her pace was excellent. I will look for her again.

A wonderful novel full of intrigue & emotion!

To tell you too much about the plot of this book would rob you of the suspense that it so beautifully builds up as you listen. By adopting Maud, the 3 spinsters she comes to live with have made her a vital part of a conspiracy. Maud clearly understands that if she does not comply with the scheme they have developed, she will likely be sent back to the orphanage she was so happy to get away from. Will the scheme work as planned? Will Maud dutifully carry out her part? I was so anxious to get the answers to these questions that I regretted having to stop listening to go do other things. And along with the interesting twists and turns of the plot, there is a wonderful current of emotion flowing throughout the story the longing of an orphan for a loving mother and caring family. But please dont think this is some soppy tear-jerking tale Maud is a smart, spirited, strong-willed girl and not a meek wallflower. The characters have distinctive personalities and are well defined. They are also all excellently voiced by the narrator, who is a perfect match for this story.

I hope you will give this book a try. It is so well written that I was completely invested in it and couldn't wait to find out what happens next! It was clear to see why it had won 2 awards when I finished my first time listening to the complete story. I have already listened to it twice now and am sure I will listen to it more in the future.

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Title: If a Tree Falls at Lunch Period

Author: Gennifer Choldenko

Narrator: Ariadne Meyers, Francois Battiste

Format: Unabridged

Length: 4 hrs and 16 mins

Language: English

Release date: 09-25-07

Publisher: Listening Library

Ratings: 4.5 of 5 out of 18 votes

Genres: Kids, Ages 8-10

Publisher's Summary:

For Walker Jones, the goal is to survive at the new white private school his mom has sent him to because she thinks he's going to screw up like his cousin. (Walk keeps telling her, "Don't have to worry, Momma. Before I go bad I'll let you know, send a Hallmark card ready-made for the occasion. 'On the eve your son messes up'.")

But Walk is a good kid. So is his new friend, Matteo, though no one knows why Matteo will do absolutely anything that hot blonde Brianna asks of him.

Then, Kirsten discovers something that shakes her and Walk to their cores.

Critic Reviews:

"Choldenko's talent for characters and conversation brings the two voices instantly to life in alternating points of view." (Kirkus Reviews)

"The issues raised are spot-on for this age group....[an] under-the-microscope examination of the often cruel, always dramatic dynamics of junior high." (Publishers Weekly)

Members Reviews:

I thought this book was funny

Amazing how adults can screw up kids lives. Anyway, while I don't believe these characters are 7th graders, I can believe they are teens. And they have certainly been dealt a bad hand in this game. Making the best of things is their way of life and I laughed considerably while they did this. I saw the plot coming long before it happened. If you like this book then you should get the Ariadne Meyers narrated books by

Sarah Mlynowski. Start with Bras and Broomsticks. Not only will you laugh about being a teen again, but Ariadne Meyers was great.

I enjoyed Francois Battiste in this book. I'll look for books he has narrated in the future.