Elizabeth Cottle is a stage actress and theatre director based in Northwest Ohio. She earned a Bachelor of Fine Arts in communication arts and musical theatre from Ohio Northern University and is a veteran of more than thirty productions. Recognized for Excellence in Acting by the Ohio Community Theatre Association, she has a wide variety of performing experience outside of the stage, including singing with a jazz orchestra, filming commercials, doing improv, and narrating audiobooks.
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Washday
By Eve Bunting
Illustrated by Brad Sneed
Read by Elizabeth Cottle
Lizzie helps her grandma on washday in this celebration of tradition and hard work.
“This gentle glimpse into times gone by will resonate with audiences who may be unfamiliar with just how labor-intensive laundry day used to be, and it will pair well with social studies units focusing on life in the late 1800s.” - School Library Journal (video review)
Released Tue Dec 23 00:00:00 UTC 2014
English, Unabridged
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Looking at Lincoln
By Maira Kalman
Illustrated by Maira Kalman
Read by Elizabeth Cottle
Celebrate Lincoln's remarkable life in a fresh and exciting way.
“This inspiring program prods viewers to embrace history.” - Booklist (video review)
Released Tue Jan 20 00:00:00 UTC 2015
English, Unabridged
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Washday
By Eve Bunting
Read by Elizabeth Cottle
Lizzie helps her grandma on washday in this celebration of tradition and hard work.
"Narrator Elizabeth Cottle is fabulous, especially as a slightly raspy grandma. This sweet snapshot of simpler (though not easier!) times will be enjoyed by all." - School Library Journal (audio review)
Released Tue Dec 23 00:00:00 UTC 2014
English, Unabridged
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Looking at Lincoln
By Maira Kalman
Read by Elizabeth Cottle
Celebrate Lincoln's remarkable life in a fresh and exciting way.
Starred review. "Kalman's fond and bittersweet account of our lanky 16th president evokes both a schoolgirl crush and a Yankee's steely, sorrowful perspective on the price of freedom... Rather than pen a textbook profile, Kalman portrays heartfelt admiration through poignant imagery." - Publisher's Weekly
Released Tue Jan 20 00:00:00 UTC 2015
English, Unabridged
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The Whispering Town
Read by Elizabeth Cottle
Based on a true story!
Starred review. "Both author and illustrator do an excellent job of bringing both the horror and humanity of this story to a level younger children can understand, and there is much of both... An unusual and strong addition to Holocaust literature." - Booklist
Released Tue Apr 14 00:00:00 UTC 2015
English, Unabridged
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The Museum
By Susan Verde
Read by Elizabeth Cottle
When I see a work of art, something happens in my heart!
National Parenting Publications Award Silver Winner. "This story will make you want to create something beautiful." - National Parenting Publications Awards
Released Tue Sep 09 00:00:00 UTC 2014
English, Unabridged
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Leaving Paradise
Read by Nick Mondelli and Elizabeth Cottle
"Elkeles creates raw emotions, dialogue, and high-school ambience that’s just right" – Booklist
"...recommended to fans of realistic YA romance." - School Library Journal (audio review)
Released Tue Mar 04 00:00:00 UTC 2014
English, Unabridged
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I Love My Hair; & I Love to Sing
Illustrated by Amanda Savo and David Cutting
Read by Erin Yuen and Elizabeth Cottle
Join Emily as she celebrates the things she loves!
Released Tue Mar 31 00:00:00 UTC 2015
English, Unabridged
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Wheels On The Bus; Old MacDonald Had a Farm; & The Ants Go Marching One By One
Illustrated by Nicole Groot
Read by Erin Yuen and Elizabeth Cottle
Cuddle up with your little one and laugh along with these familiar nursery rhymes!
Released Tue Apr 21 00:00:00 UTC 2015
English, Unabridged
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Return to Paradise
Read by Elizabeth Cottle and Nick Mondelli
From New York Times bestselling author Simone Elkeles comes the sequel to Leaving Paradise.
“This novel will appeal both to boys, for Caleb’s toughness and his situation, and girls, for the steamy romance.” - Booklist
Released Tue May 20 00:00:00 UTC 2014
English, Unabridged
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Little Bible Stories
By Various
Read by Elizabeth Cottle
This collection features four beloved Bible tales of courage, friendship and imagination!
Released Tue Jul 12 00:00:00 UTC 2016
English, Unabridged
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The Whispering Town
Illustrated by Fabio Santomauro
Read by Elizabeth Cottle
Based on a true story!
Starred review. "Both author and illustrator do an excellent job of bringing both the horror and humanity of this story to a level younger children can understand, and there is much of both... An unusual and strong addition to Holocaust literature." - Booklist (video review)
Released Tue Apr 14 00:00:00 UTC 2015
English, Unabridged
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Tomboy
By Liz Prince
Read by Ensemble Cast , Erin Yuen , Christina Morales Hemenway , Elizabeth Cottle , Pete Cross and Nick Mondelli
A Graphic Memoir
A memoir told anecdotally,"Tomboy" follows Liz Prince through her early childhood into adulthood.
2015 ALA Rainbow Book; 2014 Goodreads Choice Awards Top Ten Finalist; 2014 Kirkus Reviews' Best Books - Awards
Released Tue Jul 19 00:00:00 UTC 2016
English, Unabridged
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Lullabies
By Lang Leav
Read by Elizabeth Cottle
A sequel to the hugely popular, best-selling Love & Misadventure.
"Lang Leav tackles nothing less than love and all its messy, glorious complexities." - Elle Magazine
Released Tue Nov 03 00:00:00 UTC 2015
English, Unabridged
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Love & Misadventure
By Lang Leav
Read by Elizabeth Cottle
The journey from love to heartbreak to finding love again is personal yet universal.
Released Tue Dec 01 00:00:00 UTC 2015
English, Unabridged
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Next Year, For Sure
Read by Elizabeth Cottle
A Novel
A luminous portrait of exploring polyamory from the perspectives of two longtime romantic partners.
"What's most impressive is that debut novelist Peterson has written a book that concretely explores the beginnings of an open relationship, its joys and pitfalls, and pulls it off in this easy-to-read and sympathetic character study." - Booklist
Released Tue Mar 21 00:00:00 UTC 2017
English, Unabridged
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You and Me
By Susan Verde
Illustrated by Peter H. Reynolds
Read by Elizabeth Cottle
Two friends delight in the incredible power of serendipity in this charming tale.
"Serendipity is hard to quantify but is much appreciated, as this tenderhearted homage to friendship highlights." - School Library Journal (video review)
Released Tue Jul 21 00:00:00 UTC 2015
English, Unabridged
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Rifka Takes a Bow
Illustrated by Cosei Kawa
Read by Elizabeth Cottle
A slice of immigrant life on New York's Second Avenue.
“... a gateway to the magic of live stage performances (which) offers a behind-the-curtain look at what goes on backstage..” - School Library Journal (video review)
Released Tue Jul 28 00:00:00 UTC 2015
English, Unabridged
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You and Me
By Susan Verde
Read by Elizabeth Cottle
Two friends delight in the incredible power of serendipity in this charming tale.
"This title is a wonderful introduction to the concept of serendipity and the magic of true friendship." - School Library Journal
Released Tue Jul 21 00:00:00 UTC 2015
English, Unabridged
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Little Bible Stories
By Various
Illustrated by Dhanya M.
Read by Elizabeth Cottle
This collection features four beloved Bible tales of courage, friendship and imagination!
Released Tue Jul 12 00:00:00 UTC 2016
English, Unabridged
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Wheels On The Bus; Old MacDonald Had a Farm; & The Ants Go Marching One By One
Read by Erin Yuen and Elizabeth Cottle
Cuddle up with your little one and laugh along with these familiar nursery rhymes!
Released Tue Jan 26 00:00:00 UTC 2016
English, Unabridged
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The Importance of Getting Revenge
By Amanda Abram
Read by Elizabeth Cottle
A heartfelt, uplifting romantic comedy about finding love in the least expected places
Released Tue Feb 06 00:00:00 UTC 2018
English, Unabridged
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All the Difference
Read by Elizabeth Cottle
New Year’s Eve. For thirty-year-old Molly Sullivan, a night that will transform her life forever...
4 1/2 star review. "Ferguson offers women's fiction a fresh new voice with her first novel..." - RT Book Review
Released Tue Sep 01 00:00:00 UTC 2015
English, Unabridged
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The Museum
By Susan Verde
Illustrated by Peter H. Reynolds
Read by Elizabeth Cottle
When I see a work of art, something happens in my heart!
Four stars. “A refreshing, infectious tale that imaginatively captures one youngster’s excitement over art, this is highly recommended.” - Video Librarian
Released Tue Sep 09 00:00:00 UTC 2014
English, Unabridged
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Memories
By Lang Leav
Read by Elizabeth Cottle
A wonderous collection of poems by talented poet, Lang Leav.
Best of 2015 - *Goodreads Best List*
Released Tue Oct 06 00:00:00 UTC 2015
English, Unabridged
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Local Girl Swept Away
Read by Elizabeth Cottle
A body remains to be found as three friend’s struggle coming to terms with their missing leader.
"Teenage best friends grapple with sudden loss in Wittlinger's...coming-of-age tale, [with] moments of true compassion, and lovely descriptions of the Cape." - Publishers Weekly
Released Wed Jun 15 00:00:00 UTC 2016
English, Unabridged
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How to Catch the Tooth Fairy
By Adam Wallace
Illustrated by Andy Elkerton
Read by Elizabeth Cottle
Losing a tooth is an exciting event in the life of a child - what will the tooth fairy bring?
Released Tue Mar 28 00:00:00 UTC 2017
English, Unabridged
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Good Morning Yoga
By Mariam Gates
Illustrated by Sarah Jane Hinder
Read by Elizabeth Cottle
A Pose-by-Pose Wake Up Story
Teach kids to greet the morning with joy and embark on their daily adventures with confidence.
"Hinder's playful illustrations animate Gates' descriptions and affirmations...The balance of bold and soft colors mirrors the energizing yet focused movements of the stretches. Young readers will easily see themselves in one of the many diverse children in the book...An energizing yoga practice...should inspire multiple readings." - Kirkus Reviews
Released Tue Apr 18 00:00:00 UTC 2017
English, Unabridged
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Good Night Yoga
By Mariam Gates
Illustrated by Sarah Jane Hinder
Read by Elizabeth Cottle
A Pose-by-Pose Bedtime Story
Help calm active children into a peaceful and soothing bedtime routine with this interactive story.
"In a clear and calming introduction to yoga, serene children demonstrate 11 basic poses, while a lullaby winds throughout...Gentle supplemental text describes the poses which come together in a closing spread to create the 'Good Night Yoga Flow.'" - Publishers Weekly
Released Tue Apr 18 00:00:00 UTC 2017
English, Unabridged
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The Unwelcomed Child
By V.C. Andrews
Read by Elizabeth Cottle
A Novel
Desperate to be normal teen, Elle must uncover the truth of her birth to find the love she craves.
Released Mon Jul 21 00:00:00 UTC 2014
English, Unabridged
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How to Catch the Tooth Fairy
By Adam Wallace
Illustrated by Andy Elkerton
Read by Elizabeth Cottle
Losing a tooth is an exciting event in the life of a child - what will the tooth fairy bring?
"...its focus on designing and constructing traps ties in to STEM units..." - School Library Video
Released Tue Mar 28 00:00:00 UTC 2017
English, Unabridged
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Rifka Takes a Bow
Read by Elizabeth Cottle
A slice of immigrant life on New York's Second Avenue.
"A nice addition to collections wishing to highlight the American Jewish experience." - School Library Journal
Released Tue Jul 28 00:00:00 UTC 2015
English, Unabridged
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The Way It Hurts
By Patty Blount
Read by Elizabeth Cottle and Nick Mondelli
Disaster turns into complicated love in this young-adult romance.
"This will make a strong addition to a middle school, high school, or public library collection." - School Library Journal
Released Tue Aug 01 00:00:00 UTC 2017
English, Unabridged
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UnSlut
By Emily Lindin
Read by Erin Yuen and Elizabeth Cottle
A Diary and a Memoir
Emily Lindins published version of The "Unslut Project", which helps bullied girls around the world.
"[A] sometimes tender, sometimes painful look at the stigmas that surround girls growing up in modern society." - Booklist
Released Tue Oct 11 00:00:00 UTC 2016
English, Unabridged
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Coral Reefs: A Journey Through an Aquatic World Full of Wonder
By Jason Chin
Illustrated by Jason Chin
Read by Elizabeth Cottle
An ordinary visit to the library turns into an extraordinary adventure beneath the seas!
Released Tue Nov 20 00:00:00 UTC 2018
English, Unabridged
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Coral Reefs
By Jason Chin
Read by Elizabeth Cottle
A Journey Through an Aquatic World Full of Wonder
An ordinary visit to the library turns into an extraordinary adventure beneath the seas!
"Appealing introduction to a complex world." - Kirkus Reviews, Starred Review
Released Tue Nov 20 00:00:00 UTC 2018
English, Unabridged