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ID: 778635

Title: Birds as Individuals

Author: Len Howard

Narrator: Jane Slavin

Format: Unabridged

Length: 08:26:19

Language: English

Release date: 09-05-24

Publisher: PGRH UK

Genres: Biography & Memoir, Science & Technology, Animals & Nature

Summary:

Brought to you by Penguin.

Enter the secret lives of Britain's ordinary garden birds and the brilliant, unconventional woman who opened her doors to them.

In the late 1930s, Len Howard packed up her life in London, bought a plot of land in Sussex and built herself a little house there. This was to be Bird Cottage, a place where the doors of the house were open to the birds of the garden great tits, blue tits, robins, blackbirds, willow warblers and many others. Len lived the rest of her life alongside her bird neighbours, with some sleeping in her bedroom and many flitting in and out all day long.

This is the book she wrote about the birds a study not just of their behaviour but their individual personalities. We learn about their intelligence, emotional lives, and characters, their capacity for play and humour, the range of their song, their likes and dislikes, and their bond with Len.

Enchanting, life-enriching, revelatory and completely original, this is a gorgeous evocation of a life lived in intimate contact with nature and a book about birds unlike any other.

© Len Howard 2024 (P) Penguin Audio 2024

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ID: 759624

Title: We'll Prescribe You a Cat

Author: Syou Ishida

Narrator: Naruto Komatsu, Natsumi Kuroda

Format: Unabridged

Length: 07:08:47

Language: English

Release date: 09-05-24

Publisher: PGRH UK

Genres: Fiction & Literature, Thriller & Horror, Literary Fiction, Action & Adventure, Cozy Mystery

Summary:

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For fans of THE TRAVELLING CAT CHRONICLES, THE CAT WHO SAVED BOOKS and SHE AND HER CAT, discover the award-winning bestselling Japanese novel that has become an international sensation in this utterly charming celebration of the healing power of cats.

A cat a day keeps the doctor away ...

On the top floor of an old building at the end of a cobbled alley in Kyoto lies the Kokoro Clinic for the Soul. Only a select few - those who feel genuine emotional pain - can find it.

The mysterious centre offers a unique treatment for its troubled patients: it prescribes cats as medication.

Get ready to fall in love:

- Bee, an eight-year-old female, mixed breed helps a disheartened businessman as he finds unexpected joy in physical labour;

- Margot, muscly like a lightweight boxer, helps a middle-aged callcentre worker stay relevant at work and at home;

- Koyuki, an exquisite white cat brings closure to a young mother troubled by the memory of the rescue kitten she was forced to abandon;

- Tank and Tangerine bring peace to a hardened handbag designer, as she learns to be kinder to herself;

- Mimita, the Scottish Fold kitten helps a broken-hearted Geisha to stop blaming herself for the cat she lost years ago;

As the clinic's patients navigate their inner turmoil and seek resolution, their feline companions lead them towards healing, self-discovery and newfound hope.

©2024 Syou Ishida (P)2024 Penguin Audio

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ID: 753710

Title: On Leadership: Lessons for the 21st Century

Author: Tony Blair

Narrator: Tony Blair

Format: Unabridged

Length: 08:25:33

Language: English

Release date: 09-05-24

Publisher: PGRH UK

Genres: Business & Economics, Non-Fiction, Politics, Management & Leadership, History, Philosophy

Summary:

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Tony Blair learnt the precepts of governing the hard way: by leading a country for over ten years. In that time he came to understand that there are certain key characteristics of successful government that he wished he had known about when he started.

Now he has written the manual on political leadership that he would have wanted when he first took office in 1997, sharing the insights he has gained from his personal experience and from observing other world leaders at first hand, both while he was prime minister and since, through his Institutes work with political leaders and governments globally.

Written in short, pithy chapters, packed with examples drawn from all forms of political systems from around the world, the book answers the key questions: How should a leader organise the centre of government and their office? How should they prioritise and develop the right plan and hire the right personnel, cope with unforeseen events and crises, and balance short-term wins with longterm structural change? Whats the best way to deal with an obstructive or inert bureaucracy, to attract investment, to reform healthcare or education, and to ensure security for the citizen? And how should governments harness the massive opportunities of the 21st-century technological revolution?

This is a masterclass on leadership in general, and political leadership in particular, from a master statesman.

©2024 Tony Blair (P)2024 Penguin Audio

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ID: 742731

Title: Doctor Who: Eleventh Doctor Novels Volume 3

Author: George Mann, Jonathan Morris, Naomi Alderman, Paul Finch

Narrator: Arthur Darvill, Clare Corbett, Meera Syal, Nicholas Briggs

Format: Unabridged

Length: 23:14:04

Language: English

Release date: 09-05-24

Publisher: PGRH UK

Genres: Science Fiction & Fantasy

Summary:

Arthur Darvill, Clare Corbett, Nicholas Briggs and Meera Syal read these four original stories featuring the Eleventh Doctor, Amy and Rory.

In Hunter's Moon, by Paul Finch, the travellers visit Leisure Platform 9, where gamblers and villains mix with socialites and celebrities.

In Touched By An Angel, by Jonathan Morris, the Weeping Angels are using history itself as a weapon -and the Doctor, Amy and Rory must stop them.

In Paradox Lost, by George Mann, an ancient android is dredged from the Thames, with a message that can only be delivered to the Doctor.

In Borrowed Time, by Naomi Alderman, the three friends go undercover at a bank where time is the commodity on offer for loan.

? 2024 BBC Studios Distribution Ltd © 2024 BBC Studios Distribution Ltd.

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ID: 789936

Title: Losers: The Complete Series 1 and 2: A BBC Radio 4 Full-Cast Comedy

Author: Luke Sorba, Niall Ashdown

Narrator: Full Cast , Luke Sorba, Niall Ashdown, Stella Duffy

Format: Unabridged

Length: 05:35:06

Language: English

Release date: 09-05-24

Publisher: PGRH UK

Genres: Fiction & Literature, General, Humor

Summary:

Laugh-out-loud comedy about two unfulfilled 40-somethings trying to get the best out of life

This is the complete series of Niall Ashdown and Luke Sorba's (strictly non-autobiographical) hilarious sitcom about two men in their forties who really don't know what to do with themselves.

The duo attempt (and mostly fail) to make their mark on the world and prove that they really arent as pointless as they feel. Embarking on a series of haphazard adventures covering everything from the human condition to sex, food and some surprising things in-between, they are keen to prove to old school friends they have actually achieved in life. When Niall and Luke hatch a plan to become successful novelists they decide whats needed is a bunch of trendy half-baked ideas and a killer pitch and definitely not effort and tenacity. And what about sporting prowess? Surely they are in their prime with the stamina, dedication and physical fitness to make an impact? Things dont quite go to plan when they find themselves trapped in a cable car on a ski trip with two about-to-be-newlyweds and decide to dole out relationship advice. The directionless twosome never quite seem to get things going in their own lives, particularly when they are forced to consider their own mortality at a funeral. And the less said about the fancy dress party, the better

Luke Sorba has written sitcoms for radio and TV, as well as sketches and stand-up comedy, and is the author of two novels. Niall Ashdown is a comedian, actor, improvisor and writer. He has starred in Whose Line Is It Anyway? and regularly appears in TV and radio comedies as well as on the stage.

Contains adult humour.

Cast and credits

Written by Niall Ashdown and Luke Sorba

Produced by Bill Dare (Series 1) and Martin Dempsey (Series 2)

Luke Sorba - Himself

Niall Ashdown - Himself

Julie - Stella Duffy

Other parts played by Emma Kennedy, Paul Rogan, Victoria Finney and Lee Simpson

First broadcast BBC Radio 4, 13th December 2001 17th January 2002 (Series 1) and 24th July 28th August 2003 (Series 2)

©2024 BBC Studios Distribution Ltd (P)2024 BBC Studios Distribution Ltd

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ID: 798387

Title: University Challenges

Author: Jack Sheffield

Narrator: Geoff Leesley

Format: Unabridged

Length: 08:32:03

Language: English

Release date: 09-05-24

Publisher: PGRH UK

Genres: Romance, Fiction & Literature, Historical Fiction, General, Clean & Wholesome

Summary:

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York, 1989.

Beginning his second year as a tutor at the University of Eboracum, Dr Tom Frith is surprised to be paired as a buddy tutor for a new member of staff. At first, Dr Rosie Tremaine appears staunchly independent, and even standoffish. But as Rosie and Tom navigate the trials and tribulations of life on campus, they soon become firm friends.

Whether theyre investigating the shady practices of the new bursar or chasing down a rogue student suspected of being a Peeping Tom, university life is always full of surprises.

Off campus, the whole faculty must rally together to support a colleague through a difficult time, while Tom has an important question for his girlfriend, Inger . . .

A hilarious, nostalgic and heart-warming novel about the ups and downs of life at a fictional Yorkshire university, perfect for fans of James Herriot and Tom Sharpe.

© Jack Sheffield 2024 (P) Penguin Audio 2024

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ID: 742743

Title: Doctor Who and the Destiny of the Daleks: 4th Doctor Novelisation

Author: Terrance Dicks

Narrator: Jon Culshaw, Nicholas Briggs

Format: Unabridged

Length: 03:06:15

Language: English

Release date: 09-05-24

Publisher: PGRH UK

Genres: Science Fiction & Fantasy

Summary:

Jon Culshaw reads this classic Target novelisation featuring the Fourth Doctor, as played on TV by Tom Baker.

Landing on an apparently devastated planet, the Doctor and Romana make a horrifying discovery.

The planet is Skaro, home-world of the Daleks.

The Daleks are excavating in order to find and revive Davros, the scientific genius who first created them. They hope that he will give them the scientific superiority to break the deadlock with their Movellan enemies.

Faced once more with the deadly and seemingly indestructible Daleks, the Doctor's wits and strength are stretched to their very limits...

Jon Culshaw reads Terrance Dicks's 1979 novelisation of the BBC TV serial by Terry Nation, with Dalek voices provided by Nicholas Briggs.

? 2024 BBC Studios Distribution Ltd © 2024 BBC Studios Distribution Ltd.

Reading produced by Morrison Ellis. Sound design by David Darlington. Executive producer for BBC Audiobooks: Michael Stevens

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ID: 643272

Title: Playing Dead: How Meditation Brought Me Back to Life

Author: Robert Sheehan

Narrator: Robert Sheehan

Format: Unabridged

Length: 08:40:07

Language: English

Release date: 09-05-24

Publisher: PGRH UK

Genres: Non-Fiction, Health & Wellness, Philosophy, Mindfulness & Meditation

Summary:

Brought to you by Penguin.

From Robert Sheehan, star of Misfits and The Umbrella Academy, and host of hit podcast The Earth Locker, comes a heartfelt journey to inner peace.

In Playing Dead, Robert Sheehan shares intimate reflections on his search for purpose, looking back at the adventures and misadventures of his life so far, and sharing the profoundly transformative lessons he has learnt along the way.

Meditation is at the heart of Robert's route to spiritual awakening. In Playing Dead he reveals the turbulence in his life that led him to seek calm and tranquility within. A beautiful, meandering memoir reflecting a rich tapestry of experience, uncovering how spirituality has become his anchor in the constant moving tide. Combining storytelling with letters, poetry, childhood memories and thoughtful musings on fame.

Through this compelling description of his quest for inner stillness, Robert shows us how we can welcome a practice of meditation into our own lives, with tools for soothing your nervous system and focusing a fretful mind. In a world where our attention is constantly up for grabs, Playing Dead shows how we can give our souls the deep rest we crave.

'A wit and wisdom that harkens back to an age of enlightenment' RON PERLMAN, ACTOR

'A meditation guide from a man with a mind most unlikely to be conducive to meditation' MANCHÁN MAGAN, WRITER AND BROADCASTER

'In this beautifully written story, Robert Sheehan shares his journey from chaos to stillness and how meditation can lead us to a place of connection and calm' DEB DANA, AUTHOR OF ANCHORED

©2024 Robert Sheehan (P)2024 Penguin Audio

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ID: 718310

Title: Tyrone's Cool Crown: Fun, family and one VERY cool haircut!

Author: Lenny Henry

Narrator: Lenny Henry

Format: Unabridged

Length: 00:08:29

Language: English

Release date: 08-29-24

Publisher: Pan Macmillan

Genres: Kids, General, Health & Family, Humor

Summary:

Read by the author, Sir Lenny Henry.

Tyrone and Grandad Cleveland are off on a new adventure, this time to the barbershop. Tyrone's Cool Crown is the second fun-filled imaginative tale from award-winning comedian and actor, Lenny Henry.

Tyrone loves his hair and all the cool shapes he can make with it. No clippers are coming anywhere near him! But after an afternoon diving through the leaves in the park, Grandad Cleveland and Mum think it's time for a trip to the barbers. Tyrone does not want to go! But once he's sat in the chair in Dalisa's grooving salon, and after some history and comforting words from Grandad, Tyrone feels like a king!

A joyful celebration of hair, told through a highly entertaining rhyming story and brilliantly brought to life by Sir Lenny Henry.

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ID: 759099

Title: Safe Enough: And Other Stories

Author: Lee Child

Narrator: Lee Child, Richard Armitage

Format: Unabridged

Length: 07:08:46

Language: English

Release date: 08-29-24

Publisher: PGRH UK

Genres: Fiction & Literature, Short Stories

Summary:

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I was the guy who always found a way.

I was the guy that couldn't be stopped.

From the world's number one thriller writer, twenty pulse-pounding short stories are collected for the first time in one edition, complete with an introduction from the author.

A drug-dealing hit man unburdens his fears to a stranger. An overlooked rookie cop is assigned to the departments file room. A ruthless killer only kills bad guys. A methodical bodyguard quits his job when hes outsmarted. A military mission is planned to perfection. . .

Meticulously plotted and utterly compelling, these are intimate portraits of humanity at its best and worst. Each story is entirely distinct. And with their economical prose and unexpected twists, each could only have been written by the creator of Jack Reacher.

The stories included in this collection are:

The Bodyguard * The Greatest Trick of All * Ten Keys * Safe Enough * Natural in Every Way * The .50 Solution * Publica Transportation * Me and Mr. Rafferty * Section 7 (a) (Operational) * Addicted to Sweetness * The Bone-Headed League * I Heard a Romantic Story * My First Drug Trial * Wet with Rain * The Truth About What Happened * Pierre, Lucien & Me * New Blank Document * Shorty and the Briefcase * Dying for a Cigarette * The Snake-Eater by the Numbers

An enticing snack-like book, full of jaunty tales, twists and violence INDEPENDENT

'I always seize the latest Lee Child with pleasure.' PHILIP PULLMAN

'Best thriller writer on the planet.' SUSAN HILL

'I don't know another author so skilled at making me turn the page, at putting me in the thick of it all.' THE TIMES

'It's Lee Child. Why would you not read it?' KARIN SLAUGHTER

©2024 Lee Child (P)2024 Penguin Audio

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