Audiobooks narrated by Annabelle Tudor

"The inspirational memoir of the former Carlton Football Club captain who twice survived cancer, returning to the game braver and stronger after each recovery. Sam Docherty was the heart of Carlton Football Club during his 171-game career. Born to a footy obsessed family on Phillip Island, Sam grew up with dreams of playing for his beloved Carlton, a dream that finally came true in 2012 after a short stint at Brisbane Lions. Despite injuries blighting his start to the club, he soon became a star fixture for the Blues, becoming a John Nicholls Medallist in 2016, All-Australian in 2017 and appointed as co-captain of Carlton from 2019 to 2021. But off field, things weren’t always so easy. In that time, he overcame testicular cancer twice, at one point returning to the field a mere eight weeks after finishing chemotherapy. Refusing to let his illness define him, Docherty used his time on the sidelines to mentor and coach his teammates, always looking for a silver lining – and becoming an inspiration to the country in the process. Full of never-before-told anecdotes from the MCG, this is a story of true heroism, grit, and the wisdom that comes when you’ve faced the worst."

Konrad Marshall, Sam Docherty (Author), Annabelle Tudor, Keenan Wardrope, Mike McLeish (Narrator)

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The Frock Shop

"Australian bestseller Sophie Green returns with a sparkling story about the beauty of the second-hand, the power of second chances, and becoming who you were always meant to be (with a little help from your friends). On Sydney's lower north shore, in the harbourside suburb of Mosman, there is a charity frock shop. For decades, it has clothed the women of this suburb, through good times and bad, for richer, for poorer. Local resident Daphne has always worked at the frock shop. And she knows better than most how clothes are used by women as talismans, as armour, as beauty. Clothes are essential parts of women's stories, and those stories are now part of Daphne's life. Daphne has her own stories, too. Some involve her old friend Adelaide, who still bears the devastating secret that caused her to flee Australia in her youth. Some involve a new friend, Christina, who has been forced to leave her glamorous Los Angeles life to rebuild in her childhood city. Then there is Margot, living a life that is far from what she had dreamed it would be, and Lucy, desperate for escape and the promise of tomorrow. Not only does the frock shop give them purpose, but the clothes will help them become the women they were destined to be, because it is never too late for a transformation. Praise for Sophie's novels: 'A heartwarming, feel-good novel bursting with charm, humour and seaside sunshine' THE AUSTRALIAN WOMEN'S WEEKLY 'Cosy, uplifting and entertaining, this is the perfect escape read' WOMAN'S DAY 'Delightful' BETTER HOMES AND GARDENS 'A warm treat of a novel' WEEKEND AUSTRALIAN 'Reading a Sophie Green book is the greatest escape' WHO MAGAZINE"

Sophie Green (Author), Annabelle Tudor (Narrator)

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My Wonderful Disgrace

"A funny, edgy dark comedy of errors – the highly anticipated second novel from best-selling authors Angourie and Kate Rice. Amy Middleton has all her plans in place for the school ball – the perfect designer dress, the perfect dream date, the perfect night. When Leo Prince finally agrees to go with her, success seems assured, and the night belongs to Amy. But fate, it seems, has other plans, and with the buzz of an unexpected text, her perfect night begins to unravel. In the second novel from acclaimed Australian mother-daughter duo Angourie Rice and Kate Rice, brutally honest journal entries, texts, interviews and school newsletters slowly reveal a night gone terribly and hilariously wrong. My Wonderful Disgrace is a deliciously dark comedy of errors about unrequited love, manipulation, misunderstandings and the tragic fate of one innocent goat."

Angourie Rice, Kate Rice (Author), Angourie Rice, Annabelle Tudor, Bridget Bourke, Dominic Gruenwald, Kate Rice, MacKenzie Bliss, Stevie McKeon (Narrator)

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Where the Light Shines: Just Because You Are Lost Doesn't Mean You Won't Be Found

"Sometimes We Find Light in The Most Unlikely Places It's the late 1970's, in the small coastal town of Spray Point. At fifteen years old, Lily is an outsider and Spray Point Secondary College confirms that. School is an everyday hell, but something worse is about to happen. Lily suffers a devastating loss. Her grandmother, Nini, moves in permanently. Paulo, a fellow student, shows her great kindness. Eventually, they become a band of four, including Mot and Alexa. With the constancy of Nini's love, Paulo's loyalty, new-found friends and the peace Lily finds in nature, Lily begins to build her confidence. In her final year, life is looking good, until she suffers another shocking loss. Mot disappears, Alexa retreats, Paulo books his ticket and Lily questions whether she has the confidence to forge ahead with her life. Where the Light Shines asks deep questions about how we find light in the darkest of times. 'Where the Light Shines is a moving meditation on the power and consolation of friendship between teenage misfits in a small seaside community.' -Dr Kate Ryan, Adjunct Research Fellow at La Trobe University 'A riveting kaleidoscope of raging emotions...'-Liza Boston, Wolf Tide Films 'Lily's strength, vulnerability and grit make her a character you come to deeply care about.'- Julie Postance, author Anne Olle is the author of Where the Light Shines, and Two Quid Kid. She completed her Graduate Certificate of Writing and Literature at Deakin University in 2020. She has a deep empathy for young people and the struggles they endure. She lives on the Mornington Peninsula in Melbourne, Australia with her family."

Anne Olle (Author), Annabelle Tudor (Narrator)

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The Couple Upstairs: A Gripping and Twisty Psychological Thriller of Obsession and Secrets From Bestselling Author Holly Wainwright

"FINALIST FOR ITW THRILLER AWARDS 'A compelling, suspenseful tale imbued with warmth, humour and heart' - Liane Moriarty, bestselling author of Big Little Lies What would you do if the man who shattered your life fifteen years ago was living right above you? When a new couple moves into the apartment above Mel's, it isn't the noise that keeps her awake. It's him. He is a perfect, terrifying double of the man who ruined her life. But this isn't a haunting. It's a second chance. As a stifling summer takes hold, Mel's fascination spirals into a fever dream of obsession. Is he really the man she lost, or is the heat playing tricks on her mind? When the man's girlfriend moves in, the boundaries between their homes begin to blur. What starts as curiosity turns into a dangerous, voyeuristic game of cat and mouse. Ready to rewrite her history at any cost, just how far will Mel go to fix the mistake that broke her? Razor-sharp, atmospheric, and deeply unsettling, The Couple Upstairs is a propulsive exploration of obsession, identity, and the dark choices we make when we think no one is watching. PRAISE FOR HOLLY WAINWRIGHT 'I utterly devoured it . . . I loved it!' - Marian Keyes, bestselling author of Again, Rachel 'A breathless, twisty plot . . . five stars' - Sally Hepworth, bestselling author of Darling Girls 'A story every woman will recognise. If you read one book this year, make it this one' - Mia Freedman, author of Strife"

Holly Wainwright (Author), Annabelle Tudor (Narrator)

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Safe Haven at Wagtail Ridge

"The matchmakers of the Wagtail Ridge Knitting Club return - with a new couple in their sights. A moving story about finding and accepting love from the award-winning author of The Library at Wagtail Ridge. Anna Prentiss, the town vet, keeps herself emotionally distant from everyone. Badly scarred in an accident, she believes she will never be loved. But the matchmakers of the Knitting Club disagree. Firefighter Justin Turner is building a volunteer fire service to protect the town during the bushfire season. But Justin and his identical twin brother, Ben, face an unexpected and rocky reunion when their estranged mother crashes back into their orbit. Justin doesn't see Anna's scars - only her beauty and strength. But his attempt at a romantic dinner goes horribly wrong, and he begins to understand how easy it is to be unintentionally cruel - a lesson he should apply to his own past with his mother. When fate forces both Anna and Justin to confront their fears, they see the chance of a future together. But as a raging bushfire threatens Wagtail Ridge, will this newfound hope be reduced to ash before they can take the chance? PRAISE FOR JANET GOVER: 'The Library at Wagtail Ridge is a beautiful book that is a passionate tribute to the libraries, librarians and mobile library operations ... an earnest and utterly delightful read.' - Mrs B's Book Reviews 'The Library at Wagtail Ridge is a captivating story of love, family and belonging that ticks all the boxes for a sweet summer read.' - Better Reading 'This novel just hums along gracefully and effortlessly with scenarios and solutions we can all relate to in one way or another. The importance of friendships, family support and community spirit' - Cindy L. Spear"

Janet Gover (Author), Annabelle Tudor (Narrator)

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A Country Practice Christmas

"A collection of Christmas stories from award-winning Australian authors about the country practices that lie at the heart of small towns. The Christmas Cake War by Stella Quinn Physiotherapist Jodie is in Clarence to help her great-aunt Carol move into an aged care home. But Jodie didn't count on Carol's dispute with the president of Clarence Gardens' residents' association. Jodie will have to team up with local publican Will, the boy who once saved her life and crushed her heart, to defuse the feud before it explodes into all-out war. Jodie doesn't believe in happy endings, but perhaps Clarence has its own kind of magic ... The Night Before Christmas by Penelope Janu Amelie Peterson swore she would never go back to Summerfield. And yet here she is, taking over the local vet clinic for the summer, not only as a favour to the doctor who once changed her life, but to finally face her demons. Easier said than done when one of her demons, Cameron McLeod, owns the only available accommodation in town. As Christmas draws closer, is Amelie ready to face the hurts of her past? The Ghost of Christmas Past by Pamela Cook Psychologist Hannah Rasmussen's main goal at Christmas is to hide from the ghosts of her past. But when her old friend and mentor asks to spend the festive season with her, Hannah can hardly deny a terminally ill woman her Christmas wish. Is Hannah's grief stronger than Christmas cheer, or will she discover that present joy - particularly in the form of burly farrier Cole Harrison - can outshine past sorrow and pave the way for a brighter future? A Rush Creek Christmas by Renae Black Piper Hendrix arrives in Rush Creek on the heels of scandal, desperate for anonymity and the chance to ignore Christmas to focus on her job as a nurse. Discovering that her older brother's childhood best friend (and Piper's longstanding crush) is one of the local paramedics is definitely not part of the plan. But nowhere does Christmas like Rush Creek, and Piper's best-laid plans never stood a chance."

Pamela Cook, Penelope Janu, Renae Black, Stella Quinn (Author), Annabelle Tudor, Cecelia Ramsdale, Fiona Macleod, Leah Baulch (Narrator)

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The Whisky Widow: the new 2025 rollicking historical Scottish Highlands adventure from a bestselling, award-winning author

"From the bestselling award-winning author of The Good Wife of Bath comes this rollicking historical adventure that celebrates the art of whisky distilling, the defiant spirit of the Scottish Highlanders and a woman's fearless quest. 1780 Scottish Highlands In every glass of whisky lies a small act of rebellion... When Greer MacAlister's despised husband dies, she and her young daughter Fen find themselves in a remote whisky smuggling community in the heart of the Highlands. Here, illicit whisky making is a means of survival in a Scotland under occupation by the British, decades after the disastrous Battle of Culloden. The villagers are suspicious of the widow, but when Greer tricks excise officers away from their illegal stills with a courageous and daring act, they warm to her. But the excise men are out for revenge, smuggling is a dangerous business, and whisky - a drink that has long ignited passions, songs, stories and danger - is at the rebellious heart of it all. Greer and Fen have no choice but to fight for the life they want. This rollicking story of bravery, adventure, love and murder brings alive the Scottish Highlands of long ago. It is a poem to the art of whisky distilling and a world now lost to us, as well as a eulogy for those who were forced to leave it."

Karen Brooks (Author), Annabelle Tudor (Narrator)

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The Calendar Mums

"A gorgeously warm, funny and heartbreaking book about what it means to be a mother. The Hickory Creek Community Centre is a lifeline for new mums. So when a bad case of black mould threatens to end the only women's services available in their small town, a new mothers' group bands together to save it. Their plan? Create a fundraiser calendar featuring themselves ... in the nude. As the mothers bare all, it doesn't take long for them to start baring their secrets too. Stay-at-home mum Rhea is hopeful this project will be enough to distract her from the gnawing guilt she's been feeling about her dissatisfaction with being 'just' a mum. Single mother Samantha is recovering from a heartbreaking loss and isn't sure if the anxiety she's feeling is normal or not. And everyone says new-to-town Tahlie is so lucky to have such a present and supportive partner in Hamish, the town's golden boy. So why does she feel so lonely? As the calendar takes shape, the women begin to reclaim their identities, embrace their imperfections and forge new friendships. And perhaps the most unexpected result of all, in their bid to save the community centre, they just might also save a life ... Perfectly balancing light and dark, this stunning debut touches on issues of identity, post-partum mental health and community, and is a reminder to mothers that they were women first, women who are strong, capable and not to be underestimated. PRAISE 'The Calendar Mums is one of my favourite reads of the year. It's warm-hearted and wise, while also being utterly compelling and unputdownable. Lauren McKellar has written a beautiful celebration of the strength of women and the power of female friendship. This is one to read with your book clubs!' Bestselling author Rachael Johns"

Lauren K McKellar (Author), Annabelle Tudor (Narrator)

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The Knitting Club at Wagtail Ridge

"A heartwarming story of second chances, baby alpacas, and knitting a fractured family back together. From the 2023 RuBY award-winning author of The Library at Wagtail Ridge. These ladies know a perfect match when they see one... Bree Johnston has given up trying to be the perfect lawyer. It's time to focus on her own dreams, so she decides to leave the city and set up an alpaca farm and wool shop. Her grandmother Rose might be her only supporter, but that's fine. Bree's done trying to win her parents' approval. She finds the perfect property in the charming small town of Wagtail Ridge but gets more than she bargained for when sparks start flying with the handsome real estate agent. Being a dad is the most important thing in Matt Ambrose's life. His small agency is struggling, but he's committed to raising his young daughter, Vicki, in the country, the way he and her late mother had planned. But Vicki's grandmother wants to take control, and her interference is only getting worse, putting his little family at risk. Although these two have a lot on their plates, the ladies of the newly formed Wagtail Ridge Knitting Club know a perfect match when they see one. Or rather two perfect matches, when shearing boss Mike walks onto Bree's farm and into her grandmother's life. With needles, yarn and cups of tea to hand, the matchmaking begins... PRAISE FOR JANET GOVER: 'The Library at Wagtail Ridge is a captivating story of love, family and belonging that ticks all the boxes for a sweet summer read.' - Better Reading"

Janet Gover (Author), Annabelle Tudor (Narrator)

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A Country Farm Christmas

"A heartwarming collection of four brand-new festive stories from favourite Australian authors about finding love on the farm this Christmas. The Christmas Contract by Pamela Cook Bridie has until Christmas to convince her dad not to pull the loan he gave her to set up her organic produce farm. So when she gets an unexpected offer of assistance from her elderly neighbour's son - the same elderly neighbour who's been actively trying to railroad her into selling - she can't say no. Are all the resulting feels another complication or exactly what she needs? A Fairytale for Christmas by Penelope Janu Big-city lawyer Juliette is living a small-town life in Ballimore for one reason only - to save her career by Christmas. Which is why she should say no to helping the town, no to taking over the fairytale cabin in the forest, and no to challenging the impossibly attractive farmer and local-boy-made-good, Beau. A past left behind, a reimagined future. Can there be a happy ending to this fairytale? The Christmas Kindness Project by Lily Malone After the break-up of her 26-year marriage, high-flying property manager Rosie returns to Chalk Hill to start over. When she's nominated to represent her new employer in the Christmas Kindness Project, Rosie struggles in the competition spotlight. Then enigmatic real estate valuer Fletcher takes an interest in her ideas. If it's not a hot flush, maybe Rosie's love life is finally heating up. Christmas at Yindi Creek by Stella Quinn Angela arrives in Yindi Creek desperate to restore her late mother's opal earring only to discover the opal dealers are closed for the summer. Robbie spends his days with his sheep, determinedly not looking at the white cross planted by the gates of his property. But the meddlesome locals reckon he's grieved long enough, and it doesn't take them long to hatch a devious (but romantic!) plan ..."

Lily Malone, Pamela Cook, Penelope Janu, Stella Quinn (Author), Annabelle Tudor, Cecelia Ramsdale, Elizabeth Brennan, Fiona Macleod (Narrator)

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The Golden Thread

"Intricate threads from the past and the present bind together a yellow silk dress, lost gold and a missing grandmother in a twisty historical mystery from the bestselling author of The Talented Mrs Greenway. Maitland, 1889 When nineteen-year-old Constance Montague wakes one Wednesday she expects the day to unfold like any other. Breakfast with her grandmother Nell and her mother Faith, a meeting in Maitland with the ladies of the Benevolent Society, perhaps a gentle stroll along the banks of the Hunter River. But this Wednesday is different. Nell has vanished. Concerned, Connie determines to track Nell down and follows a lead to Old Government House in Parramatta, now a guest house. There, to her astonishment she finds her grandmother holding court. When Nell introduces her as her companion to a varied cast of colourful guests, including a frail but observant old lady, a travelling salesmen, a bearded lothario, a clever articled clerk, a lively seamstress and an enigmatic housekeeper who is connected with Nell's past, Connie begins to realise that her grandmother is not who she seems. Nell is looking for something and following a thread stitched long ago, a thread that leads from some missing gold, to a damask dress and the attic of Government House. As the story unravels so do the secrets of the past, secrets that surface into the present to threaten not just Nell, but Connie too."

Tea Cooper (Author), Annabelle Tudor (Narrator)

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