Wednesday, November 19, 2008
EPOSSUMONDAS SAVES THE DAY by Coleen Salley Read by Cynthia Darlow
Folklore of the Louisiana swamps sets the tone for Epossumondas to confront a giant snapping turtle. Narrator Darlow is an old hand with tales of this charming possum. Listeners ages 4-6 will be delighted.
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Wednesday, November 12, 2008
THE GRANNY PROJECT by Anne Fine Read by Christian Rodska
When Mum and Dad decide to put Granny in a home, the kids protest and decide to take care of Granny themselves. British narrator Christian Rodska portrays each character's strong and appealing personality. The realistic conclusion is a great lesson for families coping with this sad but all too common situation.
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Wednesday, November 5, 2008
ALADDIN AND THE ENCHANTED LAMP by Philip Pullman Read by James Goode
From the opening moments in China when Aladdin's future is unknown to him to the final moments of the sorcerer's demise, James Goode brings high drama to this story, his breathless narration infusing the action with suspense and immediacy.
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Wednesday, October 29, 2008
AIRMAN by Eoin Colfer Read by John Keating
Conor Broekhart is born in a hot-air balloon, framed for murder, and ends up in a terrible island prison. Part adventure and part modern fairy tale—John Keating reads with an Irish lilt that reflects its setting on an island off the coast of Ireland. His character portraits and narrative are equally engaging. Young Adult • 11.25 hrs.
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Wednesday, October 22, 2008
GIVE PEAS A CHANCE Morris Gleitzman Read by the author and Ruth Schoenheimer
These zany stories, complete with Australian accents, bring together humor, current events, whimsy, and food for thought—from germs going on vacation to a creative solution for global warming. Gleitzman brings nuances of voice, inflection, and timing to each of his characters.
This is 3 ¾ hr. audio is good for listeners ages 8 and up.
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Wednesday, October 15, 2008
DRACULA VS. GRAMPA AT THE MONSTER TRUCK SPECTACULAR Kirk Scroggs Read by Johnny Heller
This oddball story is just right for a spooky night, combining strange elements from vampire monster-trucks to an F-5 tornado. Narrator Heller's exuberant voicing enhances the wacky humor of this tale and the characters. Good listening for children Ages 8 and up, the program is 30 mins. long
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Wednesday, October 8, 2008
HURRICANE WILLS by Sally Grindley read by Tom Lawrence
Taking on the very painful subject of a child’s attention deficit disorder and the chaos it causes in the entire family, British author Grindley puts listeners in the midst of the wrenching family dynamics. Narrator Lawrence is extraordinary as the two brothers. Good family listening for ages 9-12.
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