THE LOUDER SONG Listening for Hope in the Midst of Lament

Aubrey Sampson narrates her impactful audiobook about discovering hope amid sorrow. Sampson's performance offers listeners the opportunity to meet her not only through the words she has placed on the page, but also through the way she speaks to her audience. Delivering the audiobook's chapters as one would converse with a close friend, Sampson sounds steady and familiar, occasionally dipping into a low timbre during a sad memory or providing an emphatic ring to a joyful reflection. Speaking openly in a vulnerable tone, she shares her past and present sufferings, reminding listeners that she doesn't have it all together. As the audiobook ends, Sampson's warm voice invites listeners to walk alongside her as they continue to seek hope in moments of pain. V.T. © AudioFile 2019, Portland, Maine [Published: MARCH 2019]