Listeners will be immersed in this fictionalized retelling of actual events that occurred between 1865 and 1869. Louella spent her first 24 years enslaved on the Montgomery Plantation. After Emancipation, she is determined to create a better life for herself and her people. She and Reverend William lead a group of formerly enslaved people to a place they call "The Kingdom of... Read More

McKenzie Fetters's nearly breathless narration is a perfect match for this fast-moving can't-put-it-down YA mystery. Fetters's quick-paced performance intensifies the nonstop twists and turns. Early on, Nyla learns she is not who she believes herself to be. Her mother, a member of the monied King family, is up against the clock to save a lifelong friend from death row for a... Read More

As host of the FranklinCovey leadership podcast, author/narrator Scott Jeffrey Miller has interviewed many leaders from diverse industries. Here he has selected 30 of these as master mentors, shares their key messages, and for each, highlights one of their transformative insights. Miller's affable, candid discussions of his interactions with each of the mentors add to the... Read More

Productivity mentor, motivational speaker, and author Tanya Dalton narrates her own audiobook about living an extraordinary life full of meaning and success, despite busyness and distractions. Designed to be listened to in a particular sequence, Dalton's work builds on themes of self-exploration and creates building blocks for the listener to follow. Hearing her suggestions on... Read More

Former Destiny's Child member and "Masked Singer" star Michelle Williams narrates this impassioned audiobook about her experiences with depression and anxiety. Her main message is on the importance of learning how to cope. Williams describes how she stays on track mentally even during her darkest days by seeking support from professionals and checking in with God and herself.... Read More

Powerful narrator Laura Jennings brings young Mississippi native Millie Reynolds to life with her emotional portrayal in this new audiobook. Being raised by an abusive father and a drug-addicted mother during the Depression, she looks to escape "into the free" and to break the cycle of abuse in her family. Jennings's believable but generic Southern accent keeps listeners... Read More

The author of three previous books on personal development, Emily Ley is a mother, wife, and founder of a thriving business that she manages using Christian principles. Her latest audiobook, aimed at women wanting to start a business or make a difference in the world, is a well-crafted collection of advice and inspiration, which she narrates with confidence and power. Her... Read More

Sarah Jakes Roberts's narration of her spiritual memoir is a deep dive into the biblical Eve--her circumstances, motivation, and character. Roberts's gentle voice leads the listener to a new understanding of the archetypal progenitress. Her updated view provides 21st-century women with a revised perspective. By defining what God's "seed" means, Roberts urges women to discern... Read More

Narrating her own work, author Megan Smalley provides comfort to those who are experiencing some of life's great hardships. As she speaks in a light Texas drawl, Smalley's empathy shines through in her discussions of such challenges as infertility and motherhood, among others. She advises listeners to find joy in embracing God's grace even in the most difficult times. Her... Read More

Nathalie Pownall narrates an unconventional young adult romance audiobook. After her father dies, Josie takes a gap year before starting university. As she begins to renovate the English estate her father bequeathed to her, she comes across letters addressed to her that were written by someone 200 years earlier. Pownall's performance, though spirited, is far from stellar.... Read More

Simon Bubb's whimsical narration ideally sets the stage for three of Lewis Carroll's classic works. The collection includes ALICE IN WONDERLAND, ALICE THROUGH THE LOOKING GLASS, and A TANGLED TALE, an interesting collection of short stories centered on mathematical problems. Bubb lends a range of vocal characterizations to the many eccentric characters of Carroll's creation.... Read More

This audiobook alternates between two eras in Australian history, beginning in 1863, when Michael and Elizabeth Quinn arrive as children from Ireland, and picking up in 1906, when the siblings sponsor orphaned math prodigy Jane Piper in furthering her education. Listeners will appreciate the leisurely pace of the narration as Withoos performs each character with careful... Read More

This collection celebrates the lives and works of some of history's most influential female authors. Narrators Jude Mason, Chloe Dolandis, and Tyra Kennedy expertly voice a wide range of poetry and prose. Included in the collection are intimate portraits of the women themselves, with personal stories about who they were, when they wrote, and why. The content is compelling, and... Read More

Pro quarterback Deshaun Watson writes about his successes in life and how he developed a process called servant leadership, which he uses to help himself stay focused. James Shippy adds his narration skills to help others learn from Watson's beliefs and values. Shippy's phrasing and cadence as he delivers Watson's many examples give listeners a clear understanding of Watson's... Read More

Jill Blackwood gives a lively narration of this audiobook--part memoir and part lesson on religion. Blackwood capably conveys Passarella's intention to bridge the divide between her conservative Christian upbringing in Memphis and her present-day life as a New York City writer, wife, and mother of three. Passarella is an admirably honest storyteller who reveals many intimate... Read More

Kathie Lee Gifford's narration of her encouraging audiobook about following your passions and living your best life benefits from the congenial persona that made her a successful television celebrity. Her soothing tones, emotional moments, and impromptu laughter accentuate these stories about joy and heartbreak in her personal and professional lives. Singer-songwriter Dolly... Read More

Zach Hoffman's performance is gently heartbreaking. He captures the trauma and resilience in Escobar's vivid historical fiction, set in the time of the Spanish Civil War. Young Marco and his sisters are forced to separate from their parents after war breaks out. They flee from Madrid to Mexico, where they become members of the Children of Morelia, joining the "battalion of... Read More

Siiri Scott masterfully narrates this romantic thriller. Savannah is a lawyer who is working with an aeronautics company on a new black box invention. The venture becomes personal when a plane goes down and people associated with her ex-husband are killed. Scott deftly delivers several accents as well as male and female characters of varying ages. She portrays Savannah in a... Read More

This affecting novel is based on the life of the author's grandfather, Fred Allen, a musical prodigy who suffered unspeakable neglect in a Georgia mill town before escaping to New York City to chase his dreams. Allen Cheney reads with the sincerity and flair needed to honor this story of community support, love, and Southern family culture. He's a likable narrator who makes it... Read More

In this new audiobook on Christian living, narrator Jakob Lewis brings a calming yet engaging voice to lessons on how to prepare for difficulties that can arise even in a meaningful life. Whether it's an unexpected scandal, illness, or (heaven forbid) even a church shooting, life on earth can be unpredictable. This audiobook posits that there are some things listeners can do to... Read More

No parent wants to hear the words "your child has a tumor." In this audiobook, narrator Ginny Welsch captures the frustration, fear, and disbelief of a woman struggling to care for her child who has brain cancer while also struggling to keep her family, herself, and her faith together. Even though Welsch is sharing the powerful words of another woman, her emotional performance... Read More

Jen Hatmaker narrates her latest book, aimed squarely at her many female followers, with her customary passion and next-door-neighbor familiarity. Hatmaker opens by telling listeners that they are getting bonus content with the audiobook: additional tracks with interviews from her hugely popular “For the Love” podcast, with guests such as authors Shauna Niequist (PRESENT OVER... Read More

Narrator Charity Spencer brings an honest and thought-provoking audiobook to life. Weaving conviction and a constant thrum of energy into each sentence, she keeps listeners engaged throughout this short but powerful audiobook. Peterson challenges evangelical culture and the rationale behind many Christian traditions that have been held--often unquestioned--for centuries.... Read More

Narrator Lisa Larsen captures the wonder of five strangers in New York City who receive mysterious invitations to the Fifth Avenue Story Society, held in an upscale library. Coral's elegant diction masks a painful broken engagement. Lexa's bold tones reflect her corporate ambitions. Ed is both a courtly retiree and a grieving widower. Chuck sports a noticeable New York accent... Read More

Hayley Cresswell brings a kind and loving voice to her narration of this new audiobook on how to better love your neighbors in a world in peril. The world is not perfect, and this new audiobook posits that all have some room to grow in their love and support of others. With biblical and real-world examples, this work focuses on how to use one's love of Christ to identify... Read More

Perhaps best known as a musician and cohost of the early years of "Entertainment Tonight," John Tesh provides a memorable narration of his thoughtful, candid, and altogether charming memoir. Tesh's performance is carefully articulated, and personally enveloping for listeners. With occasional Bible quotations peppering the text, both Tesh and his wife Connie Sellecca's deeply... Read More

This hauntingly beautiful retelling of "The Little Mermaid" is smoothly narrated by Jennifer Jill Araya and Mark Turetsky. Transitioning between two characters--Brooke, a human who suffers from depression, and Coral, a mermaid--Araya seamlessly delivers an outstanding performance with strong character differentiation. Turetsky portrays Merrick, playing up his golden boy... Read More

Award-winning recording artist Phil Joel sits listeners down for a vulnerable heart-to-heart in this encouraging audiobook. Hailing from New Zealand, Joel allows his accent to carry listeners into beautifully described memories as he reminisces on eye-opening experiences from his walk with Christ. Each of the 24 chapters in the book spans only a few minutes. Their brevity... Read More

The father of four young boys, pastor and Christian speaker Dave Willis narrates his own audiobook about the changes parents can make to raise boys who respect women. Willis carefully emphasizes key passages with his focused narration, making sure to bring a tone of grave concern to the more upsetting passages and the occasional levity of a dad joke to lighten the mood.... Read More

Photographer, artist, and founder of the Purpose Hotel, Jeremy Cowart turns his ample talents to narrating his new audiobook on creating possibilities through the spirit of Christ. Cowart's soft Tennessee accent gives comfort to the weary audiobook listener as he describes the leaps and stumbles associated with putting one's trust in God and moving forward in faith. With a... Read More

Narrator Madison Lawrence exuberantly introduces 26-year-old Mia West, who is anticipating a proposal from her boyfriend. When the big moment doesn't materialize, Mia spontaneously joins Humanitas, an international organization that helps the needy. Billionaire Lars Lindquist, a well-rendered eccentric, entertains the volunteers on his private island before they depart.... Read More

Gifted narrator Hillary Huber introduces listeners to three women whose lives collide after the passing of a bookstore owner named Maddie. Madeline Cullen, Maddie's niece, is voiced in tones of regret and sadness, her fond memories of her aunt having been replaced by the bitterness of a family disagreement never settled. When Madeline inherits her aunt's bookstore, she meets... Read More

It was a smart choice to use a pair of narrators, James Shippy and Marc Samuel, for this joint memoir by twin brothers. Shaquem and Shaquill Griffin played youth sports together and vowed to do the same with college football. Now they both play for the Seattle Seahawks. The two narrators create individual identities for the brothers while keeping their dialogue straight for the... Read More

Audiobook enthusiasts of Victorian literature will love hearing this romantic story of a Chicago vintage bookseller, Lucy, who ends up in love and tours literary haunts in the English Lake District with her lover's grandmother. Lucy primarily has a Midwestern accent but sometimes uses English phrases and pronunciations because her deadbeat father was English. Creating the... Read More

Author and Christian motivational speaker Amanda Anderson blends personal stories and practical advice with an upbeat delivery as she narrates her new audiobook about how less-than-perfect people can learn to become a great friend to others. Delivered from an evangelical perspective, the audiobook encourages both useful methods of communication and scripture to help guide the... Read More

Simona Chitescu-Welk narrates the second installment in a series set in the City of Liberty (Boston) in 1940. Errol Parker, the leading base stealer in the Boston farm leagues, hires Hamish DeLuca and Regina Van Buren to investigate hate crimes and the murder of his nephew. Chitescu-Welk reads in a bright, upbeat voice without a single regional accent. While the story is set in... Read More

Jessica Ball narrates a reimagining of Grand Duchess Anastasia Nikolaevna. In this fantasy, set during the Russian Revolution, the youngest daughter of the last tsar is a spell master who may be her family's only hope for salvation. Ball manages to portray a plethora of emotions--from Nastya's petulance at her family's ongoing imprisonment to her longing and desire for Zash, a... Read More

Randy Travis may have lost his ability to sing (he suffered a life-threatening stroke in 2013), but his voice as a writer comes through loud and clear in this deeply engaging autobiography on audio. Fellow country singer Rory Feek echoes Travis’s twang as he confidently narrates the story of a talented and resilient man who overcame a difficult upbringing to achieve remarkable... Read More

What better way to learn about the joys of gardening than to hear members of a family sharing their experience? Meet the Gaineses, who had no experience with growing things when they started with "Fern Number One" and then moved on to a houseful, and then to a "yardful" of plants. Along the way, this family shares both the science and practicality of gardening; for example,... Read More

Actor Gary Sinise's familiar gravelly voice evokes genuine emotion as he tells of his struggle to find his place in the acting world and how he was inspired to give back to the men and women who serve in the U.S. military and to first responders like police and firefighters. Sinise uses his skills as a director and writer to bring order to the scenes described in the story. He... Read More

Twin brothers David and Jason Benham, sons of a baseball-loving pastor, narrate their own story of growing up in Texas, where they dreamed of becoming ballplayers good enough to get drafted. Throughout their youth they focused on one goal: playing together in a stadium in Shreveport, Louisiana. The genuine tone of the brothers' narration lends authenticity to their audiobook.... Read More

Darlene Zschech is a powerhouse of Christian music, preaching, and writing, so who better to narrate her audiobook? With a beautiful Australian accent, Zschech takes on the hard parts of life and delivers words of comfort and joy for every one of its seasons. Whether she's confronting breast cancer or just the regular challenges of a busy modern life, her narration provides a... Read More

In the small town of Lavender Tides, Shauna McDade, a grieving widow and pilot, gets swept up in a string of vicious murders. Narrator Devon O'Day's cool, steady performance moves at a moderate pace and is a perfect match for the Pacific Northwest town where danger lies at every turn. Shauna teams up with her late husband's best friend, Zach, to keep herself and her son safe... Read More

Being an evangelical and a hard-core pop culture consumer may seem at odds, but here Knox McCoy unpacks how pop culture--books, movies, TV, and music--has enhanced his spiritual beliefs. His experience feels all the more palpable in his narration; no doubt his experience as a podcaster has helped him create a lively narrative voice. He knows how to vary tone to draw out... Read More

Narrator Siiri Scott's deep, eloquent voice is an ideal match for Jamie Nichols, a solitary defense attorney who is fighting to bring the uncle who abused her as a child to justice. Jamie has a team of smart and powerful women by her side, including her temporary roommate, Caroline, whose conviction and faith are amplified by Scott's gusty Southern drawl. The narration moves at... Read More

Narrator Devon O'Day brings listeners on a dream honeymoon turned adventure. Shauna and Zach Bannister have just solved a murder mystery and are delighted to be taking a break from it all to go on a cruise in Hawaii for their honeymoon. But a murderous stalker is trying to turn that dream into a nightmare. O'Day lends her vocal talents to detailed descriptions of Hawaii's... Read More

No stranger to Christian author Max Lucado's audiobooks, narrator Ben Holland takes on Lucado's most recent title with renewed vigor. Having narrated more than 25 titles by Lucado, Holland now delves into this one with a strong sense familiarity. From the very beginning, listeners are swept into the audiobook by Holland's deep voice, academic sounding yet friendly in tone. With... Read More

This latest audiobook by Randy Clark, founder of Global Awakening, an interdenominational ministry, is narrated in a compelling tone by narrator Milton Bagby. Presenting evidence of miraculous healings in modern times and using scripture to remind believers that God is still in the work of restoring hurt people, Clark's message prompts newfound reverence for the Lord. Bagby... Read More

Lauren Woodward expertly narrates this captivating novel by author Patti Callahan. The main voice is that of Joy Davidman, an American writer, atheist, troubled wife, and mother of two who begins a written correspondence with English author C.S. Lewis in the 1950s after a spiritual awakening. The voice of C.S. Lewis is warm and jolly in his letters to Joy, and Woodward layers... Read More

Narrator Devon O'Day's soft Southern drawl and obvious enthusiasm hit all the right notes in this feel-good story. Sara's grandmother, Mags, passes away suddenly and leaves Sara her run-down bed-and-breakfast in Sweet Bay, Alabama, complete with some of her grandmother's resident friends. As a result, Sara learns that her grandmother had important secrets, family doesn't have... Read More

In 1930s Boston, two young people, Reggie and Hamish, join together to investigate a murder in a glitzy nightclub. Narrator Kristin James does a superb job of projecting the excitement of this mystery and the journey of self-discovery that the pair find themselves undertaking. James's narration helps add depth to the broad cast of characters, who include the cream of Boston... Read More

Author, actress, and beloved television host Kathie Lee Gifford guides listeners on an unforgettable journey through the Holy Land, where Jesus once walked. Gifford's tender voice invites listeners to fall into step beside her as her hunger for truth leads her to study scripture in the very place it was written. She recounts her venture to Israel with fondness, her tone... Read More

Iconic figure skating champion Scott Hamilton is also known for his energy and positive personality. Both are reflected in his writing and performance of his audiobook. Hamilton's theme that competition and winning are positive life opportunities may not be common or popular, but he makes a compelling argument in their favor. He is also a cancer survivor who is now battling... Read More

Let's admit it--life often seems boring and ordinary. This is true for most of us. This audiobook sets out to explain that there is indeed a supernatural power in this seemingly routine world. Narrator Steven Roy Grimsley's voice suddenly quickens with exhilaration as he helps listeners discern the awesome power of God to be gained. But then, just as quickly, his speech slows... Read More

Arguably the most memorized and recited prayer in the history of Christianity, the Lord's Prayer, is explained in great detail as a battle cry for the ages. Tom Parks narrates this academic work in such a way that everyone will remain engaged. His ability to deliver what amount to sermons in print as though he is engaging in conversation is commendable. His pace and tone are... Read More

Raw. Southern. Insightful. Colorful. This memoir about the life and career of one of Southern rock's pioneer bands is as unique and unpolished as the music for which the Charlie Daniels Band is known. The experience is even more so with Daniels delivering his own reflections. Listeners will hear the sadness of regret and the laughter of joy as Daniels can't help but stay... Read More

Narrator Ben Holland's comforting voice provides advice that is rooted in biblical passages and supported by uplifting stories. Holland's encouraging tone supports the idea that it's possible to establish peace of mind by trusting in God. He uses a gentle tone and judicious pauses during scripture, allowing for contemplation. Lucado is convincing in his message that worrying... Read More

"Hope" was a word used by our 44th president to launch him into the presidency. Today all hope seems lost due to the politicization of the Christian faith on both sides of the aisle. Stu Gray narrates this insightful audiobook as if he were the author himself. You can hear his incredulity as he recounts meeting Senator Obama and his surprise and awe at finding himself in the... Read More

Narrator Gabe Wicks evokes both old-fashioned Appalachian hospitality and barely concealed menace in this suspenseful story. The audiobook's unnamed narrator invites the listener to sit a spell as he slowly unfolds the story of what happens when four teenagers bring the wrath of a supposed witch down on their sleepy town. Wicks paces the story perfectly by maintaining an... Read More

Narrator Ben Holland presents beloved author Max Lucado's latest work with even pacing and enough space for listeners to internalize Lucado's message. Holland's conversational tone is a perfect match for Lucado's no-nonsense advice and gentle guidance, which quotes the admonition of the Apostle Paul in his letter to the Philippians to be anxious for nothing. The timbre of... Read More

With the author's faith firmly in Christ and her resolve to beat the odds, a front-row seat to an epic battle between physical mortality and spiritual immortality is yours when you listen to this profound audiobook. Narrator Jaimee Paul adds vocal emotion to this passionate book as she narrates Sundby's true-to-life survival story against all odds after she is diagnosed with... Read More

This inspirational book, written by the daughter of well-known minister T.D. Jakes, takes on a lively and encouraging tone in its narration by Sisi Aisha Johnson. Johnson's uplifting voice merges vulnerability and honesty as listeners are invited to not allow past failures to hinder their current state of growth. The topics covered in each chapter are delivered in a way that... Read More

Narrator Simona Chitescu-Weik has the complex task of melding two chaotic time periods in France in this compelling audiobook. Chitescu-Weik portrays Jessica, an American living in contemporary France, as a vague and indecisive woman. On a whim Jessica attends a rock concert on the night that terrorists attack the concert hall, and Jessica is wounded. Upon recovering, Jessica... Read More

Everyone eats, and most people have a table in their home. The problem is that we often don't associate our tables with God's work, yet inviting others to share in our bounty can be seen as a Christian act. As Diana Batarseh narrates this magnificent call to hospitality, she adds a tone of understanding and learned lessons, suggesting she has adopted this work as her own. The... Read More

Entrepreneur Chip Gaines, a construction expert, and his wife, Joanna, a designer, are well known for their HGTV "Fixer Upper" shows and their Magnolia business entities. Here Chip offers a memoir filled with life lessons. The bombshell here is his announcement that their TV series will end after the current season concludes. The reason given is their need for more family time... Read More

Devon O'Day's talent is evident in her ability to maintain steadily increasing tension and evocative emotion that involves the listener in the life of TV journalist Erica Sparks. Intrigued by a secessionist movement in North Dakota, Erica's intention is to report on what she finds. Listeners will be riveted as they eavesdrop on Erica and the Homeland Movement puppeteers who... Read More

Listeners will delight in this Regency-era romance in which marriages take place for money, not love, and scandal is just one misstep away. Annabelle Thorsley lives with her boorish brother, Thomas, in their parents' home in Surrey, England. Thomas tries to marry her off, but Annabelle seeks refuge at her aunt and uncle's house and a teaching position that awaits. Little does... Read More

Jen Hatmaker's twelfth book is an unreservedly honest and heartfelt guide to how women can approach their messy lives with moxie. The self-described low-grade Christian author narrates her own story. She provides anecdotes not included in the written text, which add more fun to the listening experience. The chapters start with interesting quotes delivered in her upbeat Southern... Read More

In this contemporary romance, narrator Nan Kelley recounts the events that bring Jacey Lang and Colin Jennings together during a flood and then tear them apart. Initially, Jacey is unable to recall much about the flood except her tragic inability to save the life of a little boy. Nor can she sort out her feelings for the man who saved her and then disappeared. Later, Kelley... Read More

Kristy Cambron's story of illusion and faith in the roaring '20s will engage listeners with its well-plotted mystery and intriguing historical details. Amy Rubinate narrates the novel with mixed success. Despite the work she does to make the main character, a vaudevillian named Wren, such a relatable character, her staccato delivery frequently distracts from the story,... Read More

Everyone faces the same giants of fear, rejection, comfort, anger, and addiction. Jason Dyba narrates this much-needed audiobook with confidence that everyone is assured of salvation through Christ. With a strong and engaging voice, Dyba facilitates the listener's capacity to understand how this all-too-familiar biblical story really does apply to our lives today. There are a... Read More

Tsh Oxenreider, her husband, and their three small children undertook what many families might consider to be an impossibility: a year-long trip around the world with kids in tow. The American couple found that they had retained some of the wanderlust that led to their meeting in Kosovo after college and then to living in several countries before settling for awhile in Oregon.... Read More

Karthi Masters narrates this satisfying story of love and family. Listeners will travel on a journey of self-discovery with Sara Jenkins and her grandmother, Margaret van Buren, a.k.a. Mags. Sara's return to her hometown of Sweet Bay, Alabama, for the reading of Mags's will turns bittersweet when her inheritance of Mags's inn and its residents upends her life in unexpected... Read More

Mark Smeby offers a delightful interpretation as he narrates this audiobook about life after death. One can hear the joyful nature of the topic where appropriate while also feeling the gravity of the deep, and sometimes uncomfortable, theology. Smeby's pace quickens with excitement when he speaks of the promises of eternal life with Christ and slows in order to let the weight... Read More

You never know when a 25-cent cup of coffee will forever change your life. That was the case for Jim Bradford when he met young H.K. Derryberry, a kid born blind and with numerous nearly fatal health concerns. Milton Bagby narrates this amazing story with excitement and eagerness. It's as though he can't wait to catch the listener up on all God has accomplished through this... Read More

Narrator Amy Rubinate draws listeners in right from the audiobook's prologue. Deftly transitioning between the two primary characters--Mabel and Rosamund--Rubinate brings to life very different women with two important things in common: a desire to be more than is expected and a willingness to take a leap of faith. Mabel, growing up on a farm in Ohio in the late 1800s, dreams... Read More

James Rubart, author and narrator of this audiobook, spins a morality tale with a man named Jake Palmer at the center of the story. While attempting an act of heroism, Jake, a mild-mannered management trainer, is lit on fire and horribly burned--disfigured from the waist down. When he loses his successful business and beautiful wife as a result, he responds by retreating into... Read More

Evangeline, young cousin and ward of King Richard, is the Silent Songbird. Blessed with a heavenly singing voice, she silenced it when she escaped a creepy, unwelcome political betrothal by running away and passing herself off as a mute servant. Jude Mason's narration fails to transport listeners to medieval England. Her storytelling cannot overcome the clichés, repetitions,... Read More

The message in this helpful audio is that male children have more pride issues and doubts about their worth than most mothers realize. Though mothers typically want to lead with nurturing affection, communicating respect is more important, according to this likable author, who reads his audiobook with the comfortable security you'd expect from a child and family scholar and... Read More

As narrator, the author sounds like she's trying too hard to express the right amount of emotional emphasis and to sound accepting of her listeners' conflicts. But for most listeners, her thoughtful advice will predominate, allowing them to accept this audiobook as a practical guide to developing reliable cleaning routines. A veteran blogger (aslobcomesclean.com), she's... Read More

Narrator Kate Rudd provides a blend of sentimentality, sweetness, and dissatisfaction as the voice of art restorer Emily Price. Emily finds much more than Southern charm during a restoration assignment in Atlanta, where she meets chef Benito Vissallo (Ben). The warmth and tenderness in Rudd's portrayal of Emily makes for a credible and sympathetic protagonist. Although some of... Read More

Narrator Heath McClure's steady pace captures characters, time periods, and dual storylines that address spiritual issues, difficult choices, and life-altering decisions. North Carolina attorney Parker House has inherited his grandfather's ability to prophetically see future events. His German grandfather, a former Nazi army officer known as "The Aryan Eagle," used his... Read More

Tragedy struck the community of Charleston, South Carolina, on June 17, 2015, when a white supremacist shooter went to a prayer service at the Mother Emanuel African Methodist Episcopal (AME) Church with murder on his mind. Barry Scott's resonant narration gives voice to the tragedy and those who died that night. Listening to the description of an event like this is a solemn... Read More

Narrator Devon O'Day's authentic-sounding accent gives this Christian romance added authenticity. Needing a job, Kate Mason is relieved when her renter, Drake Newham, hires her as a nanny for his nieces. Drake has come to Downeast Maine to investigate the death of his brother. Soon, he and Kate realize they want to be together and maybe share a future. O'Day's Maine accent is... Read More

The familiar HGTV hosts of the popular "Fixer Upper" series offer their first audiobook, largely a family biography. It fills in much of the personal history of the couple, their family, and their highly successful real estate, home design, and television interests and activities. The narration is principally performed by Joanna Gaines, with segments usually capped by a brief... Read More

William Bennett's discussion encompasses the creation of Christian doctrine and the struggles to uphold it during its first thousand years. Narrator Wayne Campbell has his work cut out for him. The culture from which Christianity emerged was embroiled in retribution, fear, and suffering for those who professed their faith. Listeners will need a strong stomach for the gruesome... Read More

What was life like for Martin Pistorius, who spent years in a "waking coma," aware but unable to communicate? "The person inside the shell" tells his own story, voiced by Simon Bubb, with humor and a philosophical mindset. Listeners learn how he told time from sunlight and shadows and share his struggle for normalcy. Bubb's voice is wry and warm as he recounts observations from... Read More

South African preacher Angus Buchan's 365-day devotional reveals the mighty faith of a simple potato farmer who happens to be a bestselling author and coordinator of the Mighty Men Christian conferences. Narrator Simon Bubb uses a subtle South African accent and steady pace to guide listeners through Buchan's theme-based devotions, each of which includes scripture, a brief... Read More

Success came too easily for Erica Sparks, though her ego prevented her from seeing that. With the voice of a newscaster, narrator Devon O'Day tells the story of an ambitious journalist who ends up taking on the very people who employ her as she digs deep into monumental news stories that always seem to happen in her presence. The audiobook presents a slightly warped view of the... Read More

Lusko, the pastor of an evangelical church in Montana, takes a personal approach to this book, aimed at helping listeners cope with severe loss. He speaks from experience--his daughter, Lenya, whose nickname was "Lion," died at the age of 5 from a severe asthma attack just before Christmas in 2012. Lusko's text and delivery are very much in the style of a sermon, which along... Read More

God fights for us today like he fought for the Israelites throughout their forty-year journey in the wilderness. Ben Holland's skilled narration clarifies why author Max Lucado believes this is true and that the Book of Joshua says so. Holland adopts a rhythmic cadence to weave modern testimonies with the biblical account to demonstrate that "the Promised Land" of the Bible is... Read More

The choice of two narrators for this paired memoir about faith captures the sound of the ongoing conversation between the authors, who are mother and daughter. Suzie Althens and Simona Chitescu-Weik read the alternating chapters with sensitivity and feeling. The pair make the different perspectives of the Christian mother and Muslim daughter dramatically alive for the listener.... Read More

Metaxas has abridged his extensive biography of Dietrich Bonhoeffer, a Lutheran pastor in Germany during WWII, into an edition accessible to young adults. Narrator Stu Gray's voice will also appeal to young listeners. He takes his time with a sure, steady pace and careful pronunciation of the many German names and words, managing to make a complex subject understandable to a... Read More

Ann Harrison portrays a terminally ill young woman named Promise and the cast of strange, whimsical characters who surround her: an artist; his mother, an aging sorceress; and an autistic young man who is obsessed with the Bible. Harrison uses authentic-sounding tones to make all of them sound fully credible. She excels in her delivery of the story’s multiple plot twists and... Read More

As this novel seeks to find the one answer that will save humanity, it offers a combination of storytelling, history lessons, and life teachings. Andy Andrews reads his own work with the passion of one who has struggled with the very questions that the main character, David Ponder, confronts. Andrews offers varying voices for the many men and women of history who are involved... Read More

Popular pastor John MacArthur narrates his own book, which may be a watershed study in contemporary evangelicalism. Looking at the Greek word “doulos,” translated as “slave,” MacArthur analyzes the idea that in biblical reality everyone is a slave—either to sin or to righteousness, that is, Christ. He demolishes our contemporary understanding of slavery in order to establish... Read More

In the first of a new series about traveling through time and space, Kit Livingstone’s very ordinary life takes an abrupt turn when he meets his great grandfather, Cosimo, whom he thought to be long dead. Together they travel to seventeenth-century England to search for a map that holds the key to inter-dimensional travel. Simon Bubb’s facility with accents is an integral... Read More

In the seventeenth century Catherine the Great of Russia sends warriors Toma and Alec to Moldavia to protect Countess Cassia and her twin daughters, especially beautiful, innocent Lucine. When Toma falls in love with Lucine, he risks all to save her. Chris Andrews's versatile range and skill lend authenticity to Dekker's romantic suspense, which involves Nephilim, "giants of... Read More

Lucado points to the first 12 chapters of Acts in the Bible to encourage listeners to put their love for Christ into action by loving those in need. Acting with compassion, he believes, can change the course of human suffering. Dan Butler ably delivers the author’s examples of individuals whose actions have “rocked the world with hope.” Especially inspiring is Butler’s... Read More

Canadian author Mary-Ann Kirkby narrates her own coming-of-age memoir, which recounts the benefits and drawbacks of growing up in a closed-off religious colony. While the author’s tone can be dry at times, the story is anything but as Kirkby portrays a teenager’s struggles with fitting in—in both the Hutterite communal world and the outside world of Manitoba. Kirkby is the... Read More

The elements of voice, sound, and music are densely woven together in this complete New King James Version of the Bible. Producer Carl Amari and director JoBe Cerny use many audio drama techniques (more than the average audiobook or even contemporary audio drama) to create the people and places found in the Bible. This production style is highly effective in retelling these... Read More

This stunning production of the New Testament is made alive by over 100 actors and narrators. Sound effects and background music enhance the visual imagination of the listener. Closing doors, footsteps, clanking chains, and running water are just a few of these enhancements. The birth of Jesus, His death and resurrection, Paul’s journeys in the book of Acts, and many other... Read More

John MacArthur, a pastor for almost 40 years and a natural speaker, reads his own book, a labor of love covering the parable of the Prodigal Son from the Gospel of Luke. This material is close to MacArthur's heart, and he reads it as if he is talking straight to the listener. The material, while largely familiar, still has a hidden wealth of application, and MacArthur has the... Read More

Switching back and forth in short segments, two narrators portray authors Hall and Moore in memoirs that begin in distant walks of life and intersect in a homeless shelter. In the charming accent of an unschooled black man with a deep, scratchy voice, narrator Barry Scott recounts Denver Moore's life of hardship and misfortune, starting on a Louisiana plantation. In contrast,... Read More

Boasting a cast of notable actors, THE WORD OF PROMISE provides a captivating rendering of the New Testament. This production brings to life the Gospels, combining enlivening sound effects, intense dialogue, and illuminating music. Jim Caviezel delivers a compelling performance of Jesus, with a steady tone that can as effectively recount parables as reenact the crucifixion.... Read More

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AudioFile review pending. FROM THE PUBLISHER: Charlotte came to Amish country to find answers. What she never expected to find was peace. Charlotte Dolinsky is not above playing dress-up and telling a few lies to find out what happened to her only brother. In fact, that is exactly what she's come to Lancaster County to do. Now, calling herself Mary and slipping on a kapp,... Read More

AudioFile review pending. FROM THE PUBLISHER: "Had I stumbled on the hallelujah truth, or just gone mad--or, that is, had I gone mad again?" No one was more surprised than Andrew Klavan when, at the age of fifty, he found himself about to be baptized. Best known for his hard-boiled, white-knuckle thrillers and for the movies made from them--among them True Crime (directed by... Read More

AudioFile review pending. FROM THE PUBLISHER: As World War II draws to a close, Jakób fights with the Polish resistance against the crushing forces of Germany and Russia. They intend to destroy a German troop transport, but Gretl's unscheduled train reaches the bomb first. Gretl is the only survivor. Though spared from the concentration camp, the orphaned German Jew finds... Read More