Audiobooks narrated by Andrea Emmes

Healing Ableism: Stories About Disability and Religious Life

"Most people encounter disability at some point in their lives, either in their own bodies or through a friend or loved one. Faith leaders, sacred texts, and members of religious communities frequently offer religious teachings and metaphors as explanation for the presence of disability, but rarely do we hear the voices of people living with disabilities reflecting on their experiences of God, faith, or religious life. In Healing Ableism: Stories about Disability and Religious Life, Darla Schumm explores the extraordinary stories of people with disabilities who struggle with the ordinary human challenges of faith and doubt, exclusion and inclusion, and injustice and justice. Blending candid story-telling, cultural critique, and theory, Schumm invites listeners to reflect on the experiences of people with disabilities in religious communities and organizations. Schumm argues that it's not disability that needs healing, it's ableism that needs healing. In the final chapter, Schumm offers accessible love as one avenue for healing ableism."

Darla Schumm (Author), Andrea Emmes (Narrator)

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The Women of Microsoft: Empowering Stories from the Minds that Coded the World

"In The Women of Microsoft: Empowering Stories from the Minds that Coded the World, a team of renowned digital storytellers recounts many of the fascinating journeys taken by the women who have shaped, guided, and led Microsoft over the last five decades. The book pays homage to the highs and lows, joys and sorrows, and opportunities and challenges of the women who have set out to make a difference in tech. The authors share personal stories and insights that offer a window into real-world tech leadership and that help demonstrate how to overcome obstacles that stand in the way of female tech success. They encourage listeners to craft their own compelling narratives, unbound by the limitations that may have prevented women from previous generations from achieving their full potential. The Women of Microsoft also includes: ● Examples and case studies of impactful women currently serving as exemplars for future generations ● Celebrations of women's roles in innovation and the integral part that women tech professionals have played in shaping technology ● Concrete, proven advice for navigating the challenges awaiting contemporary women tech leaders"

Izabela Duiwe, Miri Rodriguez (Author), Andrea Emmes (Narrator)

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Body Image: Valuing God’s Good Gift (31-Day Devotionals for Teenagers)

Andrea Lee (Author), Andrea Emmes (Narrator)

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The Kissing Challenge

"The challenge: Kiss your best friend. Sixteen-year-old Anne Elliot is in love with Captain. He's been her best friend for years. A rising musician with a special smile he reserves just for her, Captain even lets Anne practice her makeup skills on him—though his bandmates give him flack for it. When Anne gets an anonymous comment challenging her to kiss her best friend, it threatens to reveal her secret. But how can she resist doing the one thing she's wanted forever? It's just one kiss. She and Captain's relationship can stay the same . . . right? The real challenge: Kiss your best friend, and don't let him know you're in love. This YA romance novella is fun, fast-paced, and flirty, the perfect story for anyone who loves best-friends-to-lovers. Inspired by TikTok and Jane Austen, The Kissing Challenge is sure to make you swoon!"

Cookie O'Gorman (Author), Andrea Emmes (Narrator)

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Beauty Is A Verb: The New Poetry of Disability

"Chosen by the American Library Association as a 2012 Notable Book in Poetry. Beauty is a Verb is a ground-breaking anthology of disability poetry, essays on disability, and writings on the poetics of both. Crip Poetry. Disability Poetry. Poems with Disabilities. This is where poetry and disability intersect, overlap, collide and make peace. For the fan of good poetry interested in the diversity of American expression. The anthology provides an understanding of the history and contemporary vitality of the poetry and poetics of the non-normative body. Three sections—'Foremothers and Forefathers,' 'The Disability Poetics Movement,' and 'A Language of New Embodiment'—gather the poems and statements on poetics together in a meaningful whole."

Jennifer Bartlett (Author), Andrea Emmes, Diontae Black, Paul Boehmer (Narrator)

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After the End Series: (Books 1-7): A Gripping Post-Apocalyptic EMP Survival Thriller

"From Amazon #1 Bestselling Author Sam J Fires comes the complete After the End series, a thrilling post-apocalyptic survival saga that will keep you on the edge of your seat until the very last page. In this gripping collection, follow Patrick Dunn, a retired ex-cop, and Holly Winters, an escaped psychiatric patient, as they navigate a world plunged into darkness by a devastating EMP attack. With survival on the line, their journey takes them across a brutal landscape where danger lurks at every turn. Alongside them are unforgettable characters like Isaac, Cass, and their loyal canine companions, all struggling to protect their families, survive against ruthless factions, and confront the shadows of their own pasts. Each book builds on the tension and complexity of the world, leading to explosive twists and heart-stopping action that will leave you breathless. From battling the unforgiving winter and lawless raiders to uncovering dark secrets and fighting for the people they love, these characters will stop at nothing to survive. This collection includes all seven books in the After the End series: Book 1 – Grip of Deceit Book 2 – Grip of Despair Book 3 – Grip of Fury Book 4 – Grip of Panic Book 5 – Grip of Mercy Book 6 – Grip of Frenzy Book 7 – Grip of Eternity Perfect for fans of gritty post-apocalyptic fiction, EMP thrillers, and unforgettable survival stories. If you love heart-pounding action, complex characters, and suspenseful plots, this boxset is a must-read. Fans of authors like Ryan Schow, Grace Hamilton, Kyla Stone, and Jack Hunt won’t want to miss this thrilling saga. Grab your copy now and immerse yourself in the entire After the End series!"

Sam J. Fires (Author), Andrea Emmes, David Bendena, GM Hakim, Jorjeana Marie, Rob Vlock, Seth Podowitz, Stacy Gonzalez, Tara Sands, Zac Aleman (Narrator)

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Just Breathe

"Jay Marshall, an edgy junior theater major, befriends Emma Montgomery, a celibate Christian sophomore transfer student with bipolar disorder. They bond after Emma’s embarrassing tumble and become best friends. Emma falls for Brady Ellison, but Jay secretly loves her while he continues to mess around with Brie. Emma and Brady date, but he doesn’t want to respect the fact that she wants to wait until marriage to have sex. Meanwhile, Jay ends things with Brie, who holds a grudge. Emma discovers Brady’s infidelity and breaks up with him. Emma and Jay’s friendship deepens as they work on a play together. After a traumatic incident, Jay realizes his love for Emma. They stay up all night talking and attend church together. Jay confesses his feelings, but Emma asks him to wait. When more tragedy strikes, Emma realizes her true feelings."

Angie Dewoody Mitchell (Author), Andrea Emmes (Narrator)

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A Bird in the Air Means We Can Still Breathe

"In this poignant mixed voice, mixed form collection of interconnected prose, poems and stories, teen characters, their families, and their communities grapple with the COVID-19 pandemic. Amidst fear and loss, these New York City teens prevail with love, resilience and hope. From the award-winning author of Chlorine Sky and Vinyl Moon. '[A] gorgeous, tender testament to the generation of young people who shouldered the pandemic." --Brendan Kiely, award-winning and New York Times bestselling author Grief, pain, hope, and love collide in this short story collection. In New York City, teens, their families, and their communities feel the brunt of the COVID-19 pandemic. Amidst the fear and loss, these teens and the adults around them persevere with love and hope while living in difficult circumstances: - Malachi writes an Armageddon short story inspired by his pandemic reality. - Tariq helps their ailing grandmother survive during quarantine. - Zamira struggles with depression and loneliness after losing her parents. - Mohamed tries to help keep his community spirit alive. - A social worker reflects on the ways the foster system fails their children. From award-winning author Mahogany L. Browne comes a poignant collection of interconnected prose, poems, and lists about the humanity and resilience of New Yorkers during the Covid-19 pandemic."

Mahogany L. Browne (Author), Ali Nasser, Amir Royale, Andrea Emmes, Brandon Miles, Chantelle Ramdeen, Elena Rey, Emana Rachelle, Kiebpoli Calnek, Mahogany L. Browne, Marie-Francoise Theodore, Nile Bullock, Ozzie Jacobs, Ron Butler, Tyla Collier (Narrator)

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This Is How We Play: A Celebration of Disability and Adaptation

"A jubilant, inclusive audiobook that features families at play, each with a family member who has a disability. With love and adaptation, this is how we play! This joyful listen-along with an empowering refrain, from disability rights activists Jessica Slice and Caroline Cupp, demystifies and respects how disabled people and their families use adaptive, imaginative, and considerate play so everyone can join in the fun. Back matter consists of a kid-friendly guide to thinking, learning, and talking about disability; a glossary of the different disabilities represented throughout the book; and a guide for grown-ups on ways to encourage discussions about disabilities with the children in their lives. Throughout, This Is How We Play centers, affirms, and encourages the disabled children and adults who are already doing the challenging work of advocating for themselves and finding strength in community."

Caroline Cupp, Jessica Slice (Author), Andrea Emmes (Narrator)

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Destiny's Way

"Lieutenant Selene Genji is hurled into the past to try and save a world that doesn’t want her in this action-packed adventure from New York Times bestselling author Jack Campbell. Earth was destroyed on June 12, 2180. Lieutenant Selene Genji watched it happen. And only she can prevent it. Thrown forty years into the past, into a time before the Universal War began, Genji can only guess what to do to change the events that led to the death of all humanity. She has no way of knowing the long-term impacts of her actions and can only depend on her instincts. But many of the people Genji’s trying to save want her dead. Her creation was an experiment: a fusing of human and alien DNA. To them, she’s a monster who can’t be trusted, a tool of the aliens who have just made first contact. Fortunately, she has an unshakable ally in Lieutenant Kayl Owen, who has risked everything to help her mission. Declared a traitor to humanity by Earth Guard, Owen is determined to help Genji save the Earth. Even if he dies trying."

Jack Campbell (Author), Andrea Emmes, Tim Fannon (Narrator)

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Disabled People Transforming Media Culture for a More Inclusive World

"This book tells the stories of disabled people who have been influential in creating modern mass media. Through the voices of key disabled media makers and collaborators, the author highlights the ways in which their contributions are changing society's understanding of disability and shaping mass media and culture. Spanning a range of media formats—television/streaming productions, performances, podcasts, TED Talks, films, reality TV, graphic novels, and social media channels—the book illustrates how disabled people are confronting the marginalization they have faced in mass media for decades. Modern disabled media creators are leveraging new media platforms to recognize the lived experiences of disability and their authentic place in media culture. This innovative and thought-provoking volume will be a must-listen for scholars, disability advocates, and students of disability studies, mass communication/media studies, as well as mass media production faculty, disabled people, and their allies."

Beth A. Haller (Author), Andrea Emmes (Narrator)

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New Dawn

"In a shattered world… How much suffering is a single life worth? With the nation teetering on the edge of oblivion, Ryan and Siena embark on a treacherous journey across vast, perilous landscapes in search of Siena’s brother, Max. Every step they take is a battle for survival, testing their courage as they scavenge for resources and confront the challenges of a crumbling society. But as they push forward, Ryan’s worsening health becomes an undeniable threat, leaving them increasingly vulnerable to the dangers around them… Forcing him to choose between helping Siena find Max, or abandoning her to seek medical treatment and save his own life. Meanwhile, Max, who barely escaped the latest attack from his abusive father, struggles to admit that Siena may be unable to save him. Leaving him staring down an impossible decision– Flee into the unknown of a dying world, or risk staying with his increasingly violent father in the hopes that Siena will find him before it’s too late. New Dawn is a post-apocalyptic survival thriller featuring flawed characters faced with surviving a national disaster. A grid-down series perfect for fans of Kyla Stone, Bobby Akart, Jack Hunt, and Ryan Schow. Get it now."

Derek Shupert (Author), Andrea Emmes, Nick Mondelli, Trevor Wilson (Narrator)

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Audiobooks Narrated by Andrea Emmes