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Miles and Me
Read by Richard Allen
An intimate and candid account of friendship with Miles Davis-soon to be a major motion picture!
"...a commentary on the phenomenon of devoted fandom...deals with the emotional effects music can have upon its listeners--which is, after all, both the cause and the most lyrical side of fandom." - Publishers Weekly
Released Tue Sep 25 00:00:00 UTC 2018
English, Unabridged
Other available formats MP3 CD
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Muddy: The Story of Blues Legend Muddy Waters
Read by Damany Jackson
A celebration of the blues musician whose fierce, electric sound laid the groundwork for rock & roll
NPR Best Books of 2017 List; A New York Times Best Illustrated Book of 2017; Parents' Choice Awards Gold Award Winner; Junior Library Guild Selection, Fall 2017 - Awards
Released Tue Jul 10 00:00:00 UTC 2018
English, Unabridged
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An African American And Latinx History
By Paul Ortiz
Read by J.D. Jackson
An African American and Latinx History of the United States
An intersectional history of the shared struggle for African American and Latinx civil rights
"Starred Review. A concise, alternate history of the United States…" - Kirkus Reviews
Released Tue Jan 30 00:00:00 UTC 2018
English, Unabridged
Other available formats MP3 CD
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Danza!: Amalia Hernández and El Ballet Folklórico de México
Read by Adriana Sananes
A celebration of Amalia Hernández and the rich history of dance in Mexico.
"Tonatiuh tells Hernandez's story with careful attention to detail and with obvious admiration for the subject..." - Kirkus, Starred Review
Released Tue Oct 10 00:00:00 UTC 2017
English, Unabridged
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Freedom in Congo Square
Read by J.D. Jackson
Six more days to Congo Square.
"...Unique in its subject and artistic expression, this beautiful book belongs in most collections." - School Library Journal, Starred Review
Released Tue Jul 25 00:00:00 UTC 2017
English, Unabridged
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The Souls of Black Folk
Read by Rodney Gardiner
A collection of essays on race and equality that laid the groundwork for the field of sociology.
"...narrator Rodney Gardinar captures listeners' attention...His ability to emphasize the most important elements...carries listeners through the production, making this a power experience..." - AudioFile
Released Tue Dec 06 00:00:00 UTC 2016
English, Unabridged
Other available formats MP3 CD
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Kenya - Culture Smart!
By Jane Barsby
Read by Peter Noble
The Essential Guide to Customs & Culture
A guide that offers a look at the rich history, culture, and daily lives of the Kenyan people.
Released Tue Nov 15 00:00:00 UTC 2016
English, Unabridged
Other available formats MP3 CD
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Japan - Culture Smart!
By Paul Norbury
Read by Peter Noble
The Essential Guide to Customs & Culture
A guide that offers a look at the rich history, culture, and daily lives of the Japanese people.
Released Tue Nov 15 00:00:00 UTC 2016
English, Unabridged
Other available formats MP3 CD
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The Art of Community
Read by Tom Dheere
Seven Principles for Belonging
Seven ancient principles to create robust, thriving, positive communities.
"The Art of Community is a powerful, practical, and modern articulation of, and advancement on, timeless wisdom. Emerging or veteran leaders who integrate these principles will build communities that are more resilient, passionate, and harmonious in the face of adversity and uncertainty. Flip to any page to find insight and inspiration." - Alan Price, Founding Director, Global Leadership Initiative
Released Mon Sep 12 00:00:00 UTC 2016
English, Unabridged
Other available formats MP3 CD
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China - Culture Smart!
By Kathy Flower
Read by Peter Noble
The Essential Guide to Customs & Culture
A guide that offers a look at the rich history, culture, and daily lives of Chinese citizens.
"If you worry about being socially correct, you are likely to find Culture Smart! A genuinely useful guide." - Sunday Times Travel, UK
Released Tue Aug 30 00:00:00 UTC 2016
English, Unabridged
Other available formats MP3 CD
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New Zealand - Culture Smart!
By Sue Butler
Read by Peter Noble
The Essential Guide to Customs & Culture
A guide that offers a look at the rich history of the Kiwi, also known as New Zealanders.
"The cultural guides offer glimpses into the psyche of a faraway world." - The New York Times
Released Tue Aug 30 00:00:00 UTC 2016
English, Unabridged
Other available formats MP3 CD
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Ethiopia - Culture Smart!
By Sarah Howard
Read by Peter Noble
The Essential Guide to Customs & Culture
A guide that offers a look at the rich history, culture, and daily lives of the Ethiopian people.
"...offer glimpses into the psyche of a faraway world." - New York Times
Released Tue Jul 26 00:00:00 UTC 2016
English, Unabridged
Other available formats MP3 CD
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Norway - Culture Smart!
By Linda March
Read by Peter Noble
The Essential Guide to Customs & Culture
A guide that offers a look at the rich history, culture, and daily lives of the Norwegian people.
"Culture Smart has come to the rescue of hapless travellers." - Sunday Times Travel
Released Tue Jul 26 00:00:00 UTC 2016
English, Unabridged
Other available formats MP3 CD
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Tanzania - Culture Smart!
Read by Anna Bentinck
The Essential Guide to Customs & Culture
"A guide that offers a look at the rich history, culture, and daily lives of Tanzanians. "
"Culture Smart! has come to the rescue of hapless travellers..." - Sunday Times Travel
Released Tue Jun 28 00:00:00 UTC 2016
English, Unabridged
Other available formats MP3 CD
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Nepal - Culture Smart!
By Tessa Feller
Read by Anna Bentinck
The Essential Guide to Customs & Culture
A guide that offers a look at the rich history, culture, and daily lives of the Nepalese.
"Culture Smart! has come to the rescue of hapless travellers." - Sunday Times Travel
Released Tue Jun 28 00:00:00 UTC 2016
English, Unabridged
Other available formats MP3 CD
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Ireland - Culture Smart!
By John Scotney
Read by Anna Bentinck
The Essential Guide to Customs & Culture
A guide that offers a look at the rich history, culture, and daily lives of Irish men and women.
Released Tue May 31 00:00:00 UTC 2016
English, Unabridged
Other available formats MP3 CD
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Chile - Culture Smart!
Read by Anna Bentinck
The Essential Guide to Customs & Culture
A guide that offers a look at the rich history, culture, and daily lives of Chileans.
Released Tue May 31 00:00:00 UTC 2016
English, Unabridged
Other available formats MP3 CD
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Drum Dream Girl
Read by Adriana Sananes
How One Girl's Courage Changed Music
A young girl fulfills her dreams in this audio treatment of the acclaimed Pura Belpre Award winner.
"A beautiful account of a young girl's bravery and her important contribution toward gender equality in the creative arts." - Kirkus, starred review
Released Tue May 24 00:00:00 UTC 2016
English, Unabridged
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UAE - Culture Smart!
By John Walsh
Read by Anna Bentinck
The Essential Guide to Customs & Culture
Culture Smart! UAE is an illuminating and practical guide to Emirati culture and society.
Released Tue May 10 00:00:00 UTC 2016
English, Unabridged
Other available formats MP3 CD
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Switzerland - Culture Smart!
Read by Anna Bentinck
The Essential Guide to Customs & Culture
This guide provides a historical perspective of Swiss values and attitudes.
Released Tue May 10 00:00:00 UTC 2016
English, Unabridged
Other available formats MP3 CD
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Britain - Culture Smart!
By Paul Norbury
Read by Anna Bentinck
The Essential Guide to Customs & Culture
A definitive guide to the culture and customs of Great Britain.
Released Tue May 10 00:00:00 UTC 2016
English, Unabridged
Other available formats MP3 CD
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Funny Bones
Read by Armando Duran
Posada and His Day of the dead Calaveras
Discover the little-known story of Mexican artist José Guadalupe Posada, in this 2016 Sibert winner.
"Playful but informative... a fascinating introduction to the artist and his work." - Booklist
Released Tue Apr 19 00:00:00 UTC 2016
English, Unabridged
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Russia - Culture Smart!
By Anna King
Read by Peter Noble
The essential guide to the culture and customs of the largest country in the world: Russia.
Released Tue Mar 29 00:00:00 UTC 2016
English, Unabridged
Other available formats MP3 CD
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Ghana - Culture Smart!
By Ian Utley
Read by Peter Noble
The essential guide to the customs and culture of the scenic gateway to Africa: Ghana.
Released Tue Mar 29 00:00:00 UTC 2016
English, Unabridged
Other available formats MP3 CD
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Germany - Culture Smart!
Read by Peter Noble
The essential guide to the culture of one of EuropeÂs most economically thriving nations: Germany.
Released Tue Mar 29 00:00:00 UTC 2016
English, Unabridged
Other available formats MP3 CD
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Spain - Culture Smart!
By Bélen Aguado Viguer and Marian Meaney
Read by Peter Noble
An essential guide to the vibrant customs and the passionate culture of Spain.
Released Tue Mar 22 00:00:00 UTC 2016
English, Unabridged
Other available formats MP3 CD
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India - Culture Smart!
Read by Peter Noble
An inside look at the ever changing customs and cultures of a rapidly developing country: India.
Released Tue Mar 22 00:00:00 UTC 2016
English, Unabridged
Other available formats MP3 CD
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Cuba - Culture Smart!
By Russell Madicks and Mandy MacDonald
Read by Peter Noble
Learn about the culture and customs of the largest Caribbean island from this concise guide of Cuba.
Released Tue Mar 22 00:00:00 UTC 2016
English, Unabridged
Other available formats MP3 CD
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Vietnam - Culture Smart!
Read by Peter Noble
A guide offering a look at the fascinating history, culture, and daily lives of Vietnamese.
The cultural guides offer glimpses into the psyche of a faraway world. - New York Times
Released Tue Jan 26 00:00:00 UTC 2016
English, Unabridged
Other available formats MP3 CD
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Italy - Culture Smart!
Read by Peter Noble
The Essential Guide to Customs & Culture
A guide that offers a look at the rich history, culture, and daily lives of Italians.
Cultural guides offer glimpses into the psyche of a faraway world. - New York Times
Released Tue Jan 26 00:00:00 UTC 2016
English, Unabridged
Other available formats MP3 CD
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Australia - Culture Smart!
By Barry Penney and Gina Teague
Read by Peter Noble
A guide that offers a look at the wild history, culture, and daily lives of Australians.
"Culture Smart! has come to the rescue of hapless travelers." - Sunday Times Travel
Released Tue Jan 26 00:00:00 UTC 2016
English, Unabridged
Other available formats MP3 CD
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Stars Between the Sun and Moon
By Lucia Jang and Susan McClelland
Read by Janet Song
One Woman's Life in North Korea and Escape to Freedom
An incredible memoir of North Korea by a woman who defied the government to keep her family alive.
Starred Review. "Highly recommended for readers interested in North Korea as well as those who enjoy inspirational stories." - Library Journal
Released Mon Oct 05 00:00:00 UTC 2015
English, Unabridged
Other available formats MP3 CD
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Odysseus Abroad
Read by Alex Wyndham
A beguiling novel about two Indian men in London, each coping in his own way with alienation.
Released Thu Apr 30 00:00:00 UTC 2015
English, Unabridged
Other available formats MP3 CD