Audiobooks by Kirsten Anderson

Who Are Taylor and Travis?: A Who HQ Audio Collection: Two Biographies

"How did a friendship bracelet turn into a love story? Find out in this two-audiobook set dedicated to the romance of Taylor Swift and Travis Kelce! In July 2023, Taylor Swift played a sold-out show in Kansas City, Missouri, on a stop for her record-breaking Eras Tour. Before the show, NFL Super Bowl champion Travis Kelce partook in the fan ritual of making friendship bracelets to share and trade at the concert, but Travis's bracelet did not have lyrics written on it like the other fans. He wanted to give Taylor a bracelet with his phone number! A few months later, Taylor attended one of Travis's football games, and the world knew their relationship was going to be something special. Throughout 2023 and 2024, Taylor showed her spirit for Travis's team, and Travis traveled across the world with Taylor on her Eras Tour. In 2025, Taylor made her podcast debut to announce the release of her twelfth studio album, The Life of a Showgirl, alongside Travis and his brother, Jason. While Taylor, Travis, and Jason discussed football, music, and sourdough bread, Travis had his garden filled with roses and other flowers so he could surprise Taylor with a proposal! A few weeks later, the couple announced their engagement on Instagram. It was a love story, and Taylor said yes! Swifties and NFL fans can "keep it one hundred" with this Taylor and Travis two-audiobook set featuring Who Is Taylor Swift? and Who Is Travis Kelce?"

Ellen Labrecque, Kirsten Anderson (Author), Brittany Pressley, Graham Halstead (Narrator)

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Who Is Jenna Ortega?

"Learn all about the life of Gen Z actress Jenna Ortega and discover how she went from starring roles on Disney Channel to Wednesday, Beetlejuice Beetlejuice, and more in this biography for young readers! Jenna Ortega’s role as Wednesday Addams in Netflix’s series Wednesday made her an international star. Since then, the actress has worked at full speed, taking on starring roles in horror films such as X, Scream IV, and Beetlejuice Beetlejuice. Jenna has become a role model for young Latina girls across the world and has used her voice to advocate for anti-bullying programs, AIDS healthcare support, LGBTQ+ rights, women’s rights, and gun control laws. Jenna knew she wanted to become an actress early in life, and by time she was nine, she was signed to an acting agency! She and her mother made the trip from the Coachella Valley to Los Angeles up to five days a week, securing roles in commercials and guest star appearances. Eventually, she landed her first lead role in Disney Channel’s 2016 series Stuck in the Middle. After working with Disney, Jenna wanted to find more mature roles, and found herself as a supporting actress in Netflix’s You. The experience sparked her interest in working in horror movies, and her career took off. Learn all about the life of rising star, goth style expert, and inspirational actress Jenna Ortega in this book for young readers!"

Kirsten Anderson (Author), E A Castillo (Narrator)

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[Spanish] - ¿Quién es Zendaya? (Who Is Zendaya? Spanish Edition)

"La serie número uno en ventas del New York Times presenta a una de las estrellas jóvenes más brillantes de Hollywood: ¡Zendaya! ¡Ahora en español! Zendaya comenzó su carrera como actriz a los trece años, cuando consiguió uno de los papeles principales en Shake It Up de Disney Channel. Desde entonces, la actriz no ha dejado de brillar, protagonizando películas de superhéroes llenas de acción, deslumbrantes musicales cinematográficos y programas de televisión altamente aclamados. Con tan solo veinticuatro años, Zendaya ganó su primer premio Emmy Primetime por su actuación en el exitoso programa Euphoria. Esta estrella de Hollywood es actriz, cantante, modelo, ícono de la moda y activista que aboga por causas como el feminismo, el antiacoso, el antirracismo y porque todos se registren para votar. ¡Descubre todo sobre la impresionante carrera y la inspiradora vida de Zendaya en este nuevo libro! ENGLISH DESCRIPTION The #1 New York Times bestselling series now features one of Hollywood's brightest young stars... Zendaya! Now in Spanish! Zendaya began her acting career at age thirteen when she landed one of the starring roles in the Disney Channel's Shake It Up. Since then, the actress has not slowed down, starring in action-packed superhero films, dazzling movie musicals, and highly acclaimed TV shows. At only twenty-four, Zendaya won her first Primetime Emmy Award for her performance in the hit TV show Euphoria. The Hollywood star is an actress, singer, model, style icon, and an activist who advocates for causes like feminism, anti-bullying, anti-racism, and voter registration. Learn all about the star-studded career and the inspiring life of Zendaya in this new book that was voted for by young readers worldwide."

Kirsten Anderson (Author), Lucila Gomez (Narrator)

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Who Are Suni and Butch?

"Learn all about the lives and extended space adventure of astronauts Suni Williams and Butch Wilmore in this exciting biography. In March 2025, Suni Williams and Butch Wilmore splashed into the Gulf of Mexico. A pod of dolphins greeted them, and their friends and family celebrated their return to Earth. Where had they been? The International Space Station! When Suni Williams and Butch Wilmore left for a short eight-day mission to the International Space Station in June 2024, they never dreamed they would be spending the next nine months in space! What was their original mission aboard the Boeing Starliner capsule? What technical issues stranded them? This is the story of Suni and Butch's exciting adventure, from their initial partnership at NASA to their life on the ISS and eventual splashdown off the coast of Florida in a Space X Dragon capsule."

Kirsten Anderson (Author), Isuri Wijesundara (Narrator)

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[Spanish] - ¿Quién es Taylor Swift? (Who Is Taylor Swift? Spanish Edition)

"Descubre cómo una niña que vivía en una granja de árboles de Navidad creció hasta convertirse en una de las artistas musicales más célebres del siglo XXI en este nuevo libro de la serie más vendida del New York Times, ¡ahora en español! Taylor Swift siempre supo que quería ser cantante de música country, y a los trece años convenció a sus padres para mudarse con la familia de Pensilvania a Nashville. Como cantante, compositora y guitarrista, Taylor escribió canciones sobre el desamor adolescente y sobre cómo ser aceptada por sus compañeros, e interpretó estas y otras melodías en noches de micrófono abierto y eventos de karaoke. Ingresar a la industria de la música le tomó más tiempo del esperado porque los ejecutivos discográficos pensaban que no había lugar en la música country para sus canciones. Pero Taylor no se intimidó y les demostró que estaban equivocados. Desde el lanzamiento de su álbum debut homónimo en 2006, Taylor Swift ha dominado las listas de éxitos musicales, ha reinventado su estilo musical, ha ganado numerosos premios, ha enfrentado las críticas públicas y ha defendido sus derechos y los de otras personas. Tanto si eres un Swiftie de toda la vida o alguien a quien le encanta aprender sobre los músicos, este fascinante libro te enseñará todo sobre las experiencias que ayudaron a Taylor Swift a convertirse en la superestrella que muchos niños y adultos admiran. ENGLISH DESCRIPTION Learn how a young girl who lived on a Christmas tree farm grew up to become one of the most celebrated musical artists of the twenty-first century in this addition to the #1 New York Times Best-Selling Series -- now in Spanish! Taylor Swift always knew she wanted to be a country music artist, so at age thirteen, she convinced her parents to move their family out of Pennsylvania to Nashville. As a singer, songwriter, and guitarist, Taylor wrote songs about teenage heartbreak and fitting in with her peers, and she performed these and other tunes at open mic nights and karaoke events. Breaking into the music industry took longer than she expected because record executives thought there was no place in country music for her songs. But Taylor was fearless and proved them wrong. Since the release of her self-titled debut album in 2006, Taylor Swift has dominated the music charts, reinvented her sound, won numerous awards, shaken off public criticism, and spoken up for herself and others. Whether you're a lifelong Swiftie or someone who just loves learning about musicians, this enchanting book will teach you all about the experiences that helped Taylor Swift become the successful superstar many kids and adults looks up to."

Kirsten Anderson (Author), Ana Osorio (Narrator)

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Who Is Ariana Grande?

"How did a teenage actress become a Grammy-winning pop star? Find out in this Who HQ Now biography about Ariana Grande and her exciting career that spans the Broadway stage, television, and music to blockbuster movies! Ever since she was a child, Ariana Grande has been performing. When she was just fifteen years old, she made her Broadway debut in the musical 13. Shortly after, she appeared in the Nickelodeon TV show Victorious as the character Cat Valentine. During her time as a young actress, Ariana began her career in pop music. She released her first album when she was twenty years old and has gone on to release five more albums since. Ariana won her first Grammy Award in 2019 and her second in 2021. She has also won two Billboard Music Awards and three American Music Awards. Worldwide, Ariana has sold over 90 million records and earned over 98 billion streams. In 2024, she will star as Glinda in the blockbuster movie musical Wicked."

Kirsten Anderson (Author), Dominique Salvacion (Narrator)

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What Do We Know About the Mystery of D. B. Cooper?

"Find out what really happened when a strange man hijacked an airplane in 1971 and then parachuted out of it, never to be seen again. What is the truth behind the mystery of the man who came to be known as D. B. Cooper? On November 24, 1971, an unidentified man hijacked an airplane that was flying from Portland, Oregon, to Seattle, Washington. He demanded $200,000 and told a flight attendant that he had weapons. After stopping in Seattle, the hijacker was given the money and he released the attendants. But he demanded that the pilots stay on-board, refuel, and fly him to Mexico City. Just thirty minutes after the plane took off, the man jumped out of the aircraft and parachuted away...never to be seen or heard from again. Did he escape with the money? Did he even survive the jump? Over fifty years later, the FBI still does not know what happened to the man they call 'D. B. Cooper.' Find out what we do know about one of America's most famous, unsolved mysteries in this book for young readers."

Kirsten Anderson (Author), Jeff Ebner (Narrator)

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What Was the Great Molasses Flood of 1919?

"The unbelievable true story of one of the strangest disasters in history-part of the New York Times bestselling What Was? series, featuring 16 pages of photos. On an unusually warm winter day in Boston, Massachusetts, a storage tank in the city's North End burst, flooding the neighborhood with 2.3 million gallons of molasses. The Red Cross, the Army, the Navy, and the Massachusetts Nautical School all launched courageous rescue missions to save people from the sticky and deadly mess, and it took hundreds of volunteers several weeks to clean up the streets. Ultimately, the disaster killed twenty-one people and injured 150 others. But the tragedy inspired reform that made our cities safer for all."

Kirsten Anderson (Author), Allison Strong (Narrator)

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Who Is Taylor Swift?

"Learn how a young girl who lived on a Christmas tree farm grew up to become one of the most celebrated musical artists of the twenty-first century in this addition to the #1 New York Times bestselling series. Taylor Swift always knew she wanted to be a country music artist, so at age thirteen, she convinced her parents to move their family out of Pennsylvania to Nashville. As a singer, songwriter, and guitarist, Taylor wrote songs about teenage heartbreak and fitting in with her peers, and she performed these and other tunes at open mic nights and karaoke events. Breaking into the music industry took longer than she expected because record executives thought there was no place in country music for her songs. But Taylor was fearless and proved them wrong. Since the release of her self-titled debut album in 2006, Taylor Swift has dominated the music charts, reinvented her sound, won numerous awards, shaken off public criticism, and spoken up for herself and others. Whether you're a lifelong Swiftie or someone who just loves learning about musicians, this enchanting book will teach you all about the experiences that helped Taylor Swift become the successful superstar many kids and adults looks up to."

Kirsten Anderson (Author), Brittany Pressley (Narrator)

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Who Is Harry Styles?

"Learn about the life of one of today's most popular musicians in this Who HQ Now biography about Harry Styles and his exciting career from One Direction to his Grammy-winning solo performances. In 2010, Harry Styles was thrust into the spotlight when he auditioned for X-Factor and was placed in a new band called One Direction. That band of five young men would go on to place third in the competition, but their time together wouldn't stop there. They went on to release five albums and headline four international tours. When the band went on a break in 2016, Harry Styles decided to pursue his dream of being a solo artist. Since then, Harry has released three albums, sold out massive tours, and won a Grammy award. In addition to his musical success, Harry has also acted in several blockbuster movies, including Dunkirk and Don't Worry Darling. In everything that he does, Harry inspires his fans to 'Treat People With Kindness,' his slogan that encourages people to love and respect everyone around them."

Kirsten Anderson (Author), Marisa Calin (Narrator)

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[Spanish] - ¿Quién es Michael Jordan?

"Coge tus Js y salta a la cancha con esta biografía en español de ¿Quién fue? sobre la superestrella de la NBA Michael Jordan. Conoce al hombre que cambió el juego para siempre. Michael Jordan siempre ha sido competitivo, incluso de pequeño luchaba por llamar la atención. Su necesidad de ser el mejor lo convirtió en un jugador estrella de su equipo de baloncesto universitario y lo ayudó a convertirse en una leyenda de la NBA, tanto por sus habilidades como por sus promociones. Su contrato con Nike para las zapatillas de baloncesto Air Jordan sentó un precedente inigualable para los atletas profesionales. La autora, Kirsten Anderson, lleva a los lectores a través de cada momento emocionante, detallando los icónicos tiros en bandeja bajo el aro y los tiros en suspensión de la histórica carrera de Michael Jordan. ENGLISH DESCRIPTION Grab your Js and hit the court with this Spanish Who Was? biography about NBA superstar Michael Jordan. Meet the man who changed the game forever. Michael Jordan has always been competitive--even as a young boy, he fought for attention. His need to be the best made him a star player on his college basketball team and helped him become an NBA legend, both for his skills and his endorsements. His Nike contract for Air Jordan basketball shoes set an unmatched precedent for professional athletes. Author Kirsten Anderson takes readers through each exciting moment, detailing the iconic reverse lay-ups and jump shots of Michael Jordan's storied career."

Kirsten Anderson (Author), Carlos álvarez (Narrator)

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Who Was Michelangelo?

"Travel to Renaissance Italy and learn about the young apprentice who went on become a true master, and one of the most beloved sculptors and painters of all time in this addition to the #1 New York Times Best-Selling Who Was? series! Michelangelo created some of the world's most recognizable art, from the statue of David to the intricate ceiling fresco of the Sistine Chapel. Beyond his well-known painting and sculpting, he was a gifted poet and architect. Young readers can learn about the entirety of Michelangelo's life, from his time as a young apprentice, his relationships with several Catholic popes and the Medici family, to his unwillingness to stop working into his late eighties. A perfect read for art lovers and fans of the Renaissance."

Kirsten Anderson (Author), Caitlin Davies (Narrator)

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