Audiobooks narrated by Ann M. Richardson

Daily Joy: A Devotional for Women Audiobook

"The Daily Joy devotional inspires women to engage with God's word every day, allowing the truth of the gospel to transform their lives throughout the year. Featuring content from the ESV Women's Devotional Bible, Scripture meditations and articles are written by more than 50 Christian writers and pastors including Joni Eareckson Tada, Lydia Brownback, Dane C. Ortlund, Jen Wilkin, Sam Storms, and Nancy Guthrie. Focused on biblical teaching and God's transforming grace, these resources motivate women to apply God's word while strengthening their hearts and nurturing their souls."

Ann Voskamp, Bethany Jenkins, Brian Aucker, Brian S. Borgman, Bryan Chapell, Carol W. Cornish, Carolyn Arends, Carolyn Mcculley, Claire Smith, Colleen Mcfadden, Dan Doriani, Dane C. Ortlund, Donna Thoennes, Elisabeth Maxwell Ryken, Elizabeth Groves, Elyse M. Fitzpatrick, Erika Allen, Geoff Allen, Glenna Marshall, Gloria Furman, Heather House, Jani Ortlund, Jen Wilkin, Jenny Salt, Jessica Thompson, Joni Eareckson Tada, Joseph P. Murphy, Karen Loritts, Kathleen Chapell, Kathleen Nielson, Keri Folmar, Kristen Wetherell, Kristie Anyabwile, Kristyn Getty, Lauren Chandler, Lee Tankersley, Leeann Stiles, Lydia Brownback, Mary A. Kassian, Mary Beth Mcgreevy, Mary Patton Baker, Mary Willson Hannah, Michele Bennett Walton, Mike Bullmore, Nancy Guthrie, Robert A. Peterson, Sam Storms, Starr Meade, Susan Hunt, Tasha Chapman, Trillia Newbell, Zack Eswine (Author), Ann M. Richardson (Narrator)

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Defiant Brides: The Untold Story of Two Revolutionary-Era Women and the Radical Men They Married

"Get a "fresh perspective on the American Revolution" as an award-winning author reveals the true story of two young women who defied their Loyalist families to marry radical patriots, Henry Knox and Benedict Arnold (Shelf Awareness). When Peggy Shippen, the celebrated blonde belle of Philadelphia, married American military hero Benedict Arnold in 1779, she anticipated a life of fame and fortune, but financial debts and political intrigues prompted her to conspire with her treasonous husband against George Washington and the American Revolution. In spite of her commendable efforts to rehabilitate her husband's name, Peggy Shippen continues to be remembered as a traitor bride. Peggy's patriotic counterpart was Lucy Flucker, the spirited and voluptuous brunette, who in 1774 defied her wealthy Tory parents by marrying a poor Boston bookbinder simply for love. When her husband, Henry Knox, later became a famous general in the American Revolutionary War, Lucy faithfully followed him through Washington's army camps where she birthed and lost babies, befriended Martha Washington, was praised for her social skills, and secured her legacy as an admired patriot wife. And yet, as esteemed biographer Nancy Rubin Stuart reveals, a closer look at the lives of both spirited women reveals that neither was simply a "traitor" or "patriot." In Defiant Brides, the first dual biography of both Peggy Shippen Arnold and Lucy Flucker Knox, Stuart has crafted a rich portrait of two rebellious women who defied expectations and struggled-publicly and privately-in a volatile political moment in early America. Drawing from never-before-published correspondence, Stuart traces the evolution of these women from passionate teenage brides to mature matrons, bringing both women from the sidelines of history to its vital center. Readers will be enthralled by Stuart's dramatic account of the epic lives of these defiant brides, which begin with romance, are complicated by politics, and involve spies, disappointments, heroic deeds, tragedies, and personal triumphs."

Nancy Rubin Stuart (Author), Ann M. Richardson (Narrator)

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Poor Richard's Women: Deborah Read Franklin and the Other Women Behind the Founding Father

""An engrossing look at the human side of Benjamin Franklin . . . Using a post-feminist lens that's critical of gender essentialism, Stuart rescues these women from obscurity . . . This is a terrific read: poignant, provocative, and probing." -Library Journal, Starred Review A vivid portrait of the women who loved, nurtured, and defended America's famous scientist and founding father. Everyone knows Benjamin Franklin-the thrifty inventor-statesman of the Revolutionary era-but not about his love life. Poor Richard's Women reveals the long-neglected voices of the women Ben loved and lost during his lifelong struggle between passion and prudence. The most prominent among them was Deborah Read Franklin, his common-law wife and partner for 44 years. Long dismissed by historians, she was an independent, politically savvy woman and devoted wife who raised their children, managed his finances, and fought off angry mobs at gunpoint while he traipsed about England. Weaving detailed historical research with emotional intensity and personal testimony, Nancy Rubin Stuart traces Deborah's life and those of Ben's other romantic attachments through their personal correspondence. We are introduced to Margaret Stevenson, the widowed landlady who managed Ben's life in London; Catherine Ray, the 23-year-old New Englander with whom he traveled overnight and later exchanged passionate letters; Madame Brillon, the beautiful French musician who flirted shamelessly with him, and the witty Madame Helvetius, who befriended the philosophes of pre-Revolutionary France and brought Ben to his knees. What emerges from Stuart's pen is a colorful and poignant portrait of women in the age of revolution. Set two centuries before the rise of feminism, Poor Richard's Women depicts the feisty, often-forgotten women dear to Ben's heart who, despite obstacles, achieved an independence rarely enjoyed by their peers in that era."

Nancy Rubin Stuart (Author), Ann M. Richardson (Narrator)

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Demystifying Decision-Making: A Practical Guide

Aimee Joseph (Author), Ann M. Richardson (Narrator)

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All Made Up: The Power and Pitfalls of Beauty Culture, from Cleopatra to Kim Kardashian

"A fascinating journey through history and culture, examining how makeup affects self-empowerment, how people have used it to define (and defy) their roles in society, and why we all need to care There is a history and a cultural significance that comes with wearing cat-eye-inspired liner or a bold red lip, one that many women feel to this day, even if we don't realize exactly why. Increasingly, people of all genders are wrestling with what it means to be a woman living in a patriarchy, and part of that is how looking like a woman-whatever that means-affects people's real lives. Through the stories of famous women like Cleopatra, Empress Wu, Madam C. J. Walker, Elizabeth Taylor, and Marsha P. Johnson, Rae Nudson unpacks makeup's cultural impact-including how it can be used to shape a personal or cultural narrative, how often beauty standards align with whiteness, how and when it can be used for safety, and its function in the workplace, to name a few examples. Every woman has had to make a very personal choice about her relationship with makeup, and consciously or unconsciously, every woman knows that the choice is never entirely hers to make. This book also holds space for complicating factors, especially the ways that beauty standards differ across race, class, and culture. Engaging and informative, All Made Up will expand the discussion around what it means to participate in creating your own self-image."

Rae Nudson (Author), Ann M. Richardson (Narrator)

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Launching While Female: Smashing the System That Holds Women Entrepreneurs Back

"An exposé of the gender gap in entrepreneurship and a road map for a more inclusive and economically successful future for us all Journalist and professor Susanne Althoff investigates the obstacles women and nonbinary entrepreneurs-especially those of color-face when launching, funding, and growing their companies, obstacles that persist because the current start-up world was engineered by and for white men. Through interviews with over a hundred founders across the country and in all industries, Althoff paints a picture of an entrepreneurial system rife with bias and discrimination, where women receive less than 3 percent of this country's venture capital, struggle to find mentors in the wake of #MeToo, and are dismissed as "mompreneurs." The effects of this unequal system-a weaker economy, fewer jobs, less innovation-are felt by all of us, and Althoff explains how more equitable structures in business and entrepreneurship will benefit all people, not just those hoping to fund a startup. By exploring some of the practical ways we can open the entrepreneurial system to everyone, Althoff provides a rallying cry and a way forward for women entrepreneurs and their allies, showing that change is urgent and within our reach."

Susanne Althoff (Author), Ann M. Richardson (Narrator)

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When We Do Harm: A Doctor Confronts Medical Error

"Medical mistakes are more pervasive than we think. How can we improve outcomes? An acclaimed MD's rich stories and research explore patient safety. Patients enter the medical system with faith that they will receive the best care possible, so when things go wrong, it's a profound and painful breach. Medical science has made enormous strides in decreasing mortality and suffering, but there's no doubt that treatment can also cause harm, a significant portion of which is preventable. In When We Do Harm, practicing physician and acclaimed author Danielle Ofri places the issues of medical error and patient safety front and center in our national healthcare conversation. Drawing on current research, professional experience, and extensive interviews with nurses, physicians, administrators, researchers, patients, and families, Dr. Ofri explores the diagnostic, systemic, and cognitive causes of medical error. She advocates for strategic use of concrete safety interventions such as checklists and improvements to the electronic medical record, but focuses on the full-scale cultural and cognitive shifts required to make a meaningful dent in medical error. Woven throughout the book are the powerfully human stories that Dr. Ofri is renowned for. The errors she dissects range from the hardly noticeable missteps to the harrowing medical cataclysms. While our healthcare system is-and always will be-imperfect, Dr. Ofri argues that it is possible to minimize preventable harms, and that this should be the galvanizing issue of current medical discourse."

Danielle Ofri (Author), Ann M. Richardson (Narrator)

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On a Quest for Christ: Tracing the Footsteps of Your Spiritual Journey

"Imagine setting out on a pilgrimage. Not through cobbled streets or grassy plains, but within your own soul. Award-winning author Lisa Are Wulf invites you to join her on a 30-day journey. On a Quest for Christ is both your map and compass, guiding you through the winding paths of your relationship with Jesus. Trace the threads of God’s presence woven into the tapestry of your life. Stop to linger in moments of quiet reflection. Each chapter is a gentle reminder you are not alone on this quest. Lisa’s vulnerability lights the hidden corners of your own heart. Through it all, she whispers words of hope and support, urging you to listen for God’s gentle voice. On a Quest for Christ encourages you to embrace the beauty of your spiritual story, reminding you that treasures await in unexpected places. Special Features ** A Christ-Quest map to reflect your spiritual journey ** Soothing scripture and comforting prayers ** Thoughtful questions and Lisa’s personal faith story ** Time and space to express your heart ** Perfect for busy schedules ** Reflect at your own pace Explore the footprints of your faith. Welcome the surprising twists and unexpected events. And find the joy of walking alongside Christ. Don't miss Lisa's other uplifting devotionals: You Always Matter Reaching for God's Hand Hidden in God's Heart Enfolded in God's Arms"

Lisa Are Wulf (Author), Ann M. Richardson (Narrator)

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Singular Intimacies: Becoming a Doctor at Bellevue

"A "finely gifted writer" shares "fifteen brilliantly written episodes covering the years from studenthood to the end of medical residency" (Oliver Sacks, MD, author of The Man Who Mistook His Wife for a Hat) Singular Intimacies is the story of becoming a doctor by immersion at Bellevue Hospital, the oldest public hospital in the country-and perhaps the most legendary. It is both the classic inner-city hospital and a unique amalgam of history, insanity, beauty, and intellect. When Danielle Ofri enters these 250-year-old doors as a tentative medical student, she is immediately plunged into the teeming world of urban medicine: mysterious illnesses, life-and-death decisions, patients speaking any one of a dozen languages, and overworked interns devising creative strategies to cope with the feverish intensity of a big-city hospital. Yet the emphasis of Singular Intimacies is not so much on the arduous hours in medical training (which certainly exist here), but on the evolution of an instinct for healing. In a hospital without the luxury of private physicians, where patients lack resources both financial and societal, where poverty and social strife are as much a part of the pathology as any microbe, it is the medical students and interns who are thrust into the searing intimacy that is the doctor-patient relationship. In each memorable chapter, Ofri's progress toward becoming an experienced healer introduces not just a patient in medical crisis, but a human being with an intricate and compelling history. Ofri learns to navigate the tangled vulnerabilities of doctor and patient-not to simply battle the disease."

Danielle Ofri (Author), Ann M. Richardson (Narrator)

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Enfolded in God's Arms: 40 Reflections to Embrace Your Inner Healing

"Looking for a safe haven in the storms of life? Award-winning author Lisa Are Wulf extends a friendly hand in Enfolded in God’s Arms, a gentle 40-day journey towards healing and growth. But unlike grand pilgrimages, this trip focuses on the tender exploration of your own soul’s wounded places. Step into a sanctuary of self-discovery where you’ll find: ** Daily reflections: Encouraging words prompting deep introspection ** Scriptural guidance: Verses offering support and direction ** Personal stories: Relatable experiences to illuminate your path ** Silent moments: Dedicated spaces for quiet connection with God ** Whispered hope: Encouragement to surrender and trust in God’s transformative love Each reflection offers compassion and challenge while peeling away layers of self-doubt and pain. Lisa's message of faith weaves together stories, scripture, and a shared need for healing and wholeness. More than just a devotional, Enfolded in God’s Arms is: ** A balm for the weary soul ** A soft prayer for grace ** A guiding light toward well-being ** A beacon of hope along the way It’s time to begin your journey to healing and wholeness. Discover the peace and comfort that awaits you in God’s loving embrace. Don't miss Lisa's other uplifting devotionals: You Always Matter Reaching for God's Hand Hidden in God's Heart On a Quest for Christ"

Lisa Are Wulf (Author), Ann M. Richardson (Narrator)

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What Patients Say, What Doctors Hear

"Can refocusing conversations between doctors and their patients lead to better health? Despite modern medicine's infatuation with high-tech gadgetry, the single most powerful diagnostic tool is the doctor-patient conversation, which can uncover the lion's share of illnesses. However, what patients say and what doctors hear are often two vastly different things. Patients, anxious to convey their symptoms, feel an urgency to "make their case" to their doctors. Doctors, under pressure to be efficient, multitask while patients speak and often miss the key elements. Add in stereotypes, unconscious bias, conflicting agendas, and fear of lawsuits and the risk of misdiagnosis and medical errors multiplies dangerously. Though the gulf between what patients say and what doctors hear is often wide, Dr. Danielle Ofri proves that it doesn't have to be. Through the powerfully resonant human stories that Dr. Ofri's writing is renowned for, she explores the high-stakes world of doctor-patient communication that we all must navigate. Reporting on the latest research studies and interviewing scholars, doctors, and patients, Dr. Ofri reveals how better communication can lead to better health for all of us."

Danielle Ofri (Author), Ann M. Richardson (Narrator)

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Twisted50 Volume 1

"Twisted 50 volume 1 is a deliciously dark slice of contemporary horror literature. Reading it is like attending a late night secret banquet where you know each course will serve up something unexpected, forbidden and unforgettably chilling. Take your private seat now for 50 luscious courses of terror, from 50 of the strongest voices in modern horror."

Caroline Slocock, Diana Read, Dylan Keeling, Jacqui Canham, KK Rickcord, Karen Sheard, Kendall Castor-Perry, Lucy V Hay, Marie Gethins, Nick Twyford, Scott Merrow, Stephanie Wessell, Stephen Deas, Steve Pool, Steven Quantick, Susan Bodnar, Troll Dahl (Author), Ann M. Richardson, Anne Parker Naples, Cassandra Wilson, Charles Constant, Claire Cordier, Claire Wyatt, Daniela Acitelli, Dawn Murphy, Gary Furlong, Greg Wagland, James Cameron Stewart, Jane Copland, Jenny Hoops, Joan Walker, Kat Rose Mart, Susie Riddell (Narrator)

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Audiobooks Narrated by Ann M. Richardson