Audiobooks narrated by Cecily Bednar Schmidt

"Her visions were never quite right. Until now. Shy, dreamy Emily Sanders has a gift for seeing the future, but her premonitions aren't always quite right, and her classmates usually don't take her seriously. As Emily battles to master her erratic visions, they begin to sharpen, revealing a looming danger to her school. Soon, her sceptical peers find themselves facing an inescapable crisis, forced to rely on the girl they once ignored. But with disaster on the horizon, will Emily's newfound clarity arrive in time to avert catastrophe? Perfect for young readers who enjoy a mix of school drama and paranormal adventure, this light-hearted action-adventure series was adapted into a hit CBBC television drama in 2025. Gifted Meadowbrook Middle School is an ordinary school with ordinary students-except for the Nine. These students look like the others, but they're not. You could call it a skill, a talent or a disadvantage, but each of these students is unique—they're gifted. Marilyn Kaye is an acclaimed author of young adult and middle-grade fiction, best known for her “Replica,” “Gifted,” and “Out of This World” series."

Marilyn Kaye (Author), Cecily Bednar Schmidt (Narrator)

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Now You See Me

"The Gifted class suspects a spy in their ranks, with 'queen-of-mean' Amanda as the chief suspect due to her sudden, out-of-character behaviour. Tracey and Jenna join forces—and gifts—to try to find out more. But when Jenna is framed and institutionalised for a crime she didn't commit, Tracey is left alone. Using her invisibility, Tracey uncovers far more than she bargained for, revealing a conspiracy that threatens to expose their secret world and destroy their gifted friends. Perfect for young readers who enjoy a mix of school drama and paranormal adventure, this light-hearted action-adventure series was adapted into a hit CBBC television drama in 2025. Gifted Meadowbrook Middle School is an ordinary school with ordinary students-except for the Nine. These students look like the others, but they're not. You could call it a skill, a talent or a disadvantage, but each of these students is unique—they're gifted. Marilyn Kaye is an acclaimed author of young adult and middle-grade fiction, best known for her “Replica,” “Gifted,” and “Out of This World” series."

Marilyn Kaye (Author), Cecily Bednar Schmidt (Narrator)

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Alecto Gray Will Hunt You Down: A darkly funny twisty thriller

"Brought to you by Penguin. A darkly funny contemporary thriller for fans of House of Hollow, The Society of Soulless Girls, Wilder Girls and A Good Girl's Guide to Murder When a boy in her town starts claiming that a demon is stalking him – Alecto Gray has no choice but to investigate. After all, that’s exactly what her brother Lucas said, right before he died… Soon, Alecto’s investigation leads her to a far-reaching conspiracy – with two warring factions at its heart – as she uncovers a sinister underbelly to her small seaside town. Armed only with her razor-sharp wit and a talent for getting into trouble, Alec endures threats and kidnappings, and even the spark of a new romance, in order to get to the truth. But can she handle the truth or will the twisted darkness at the heart of the mystery destroy her as well? © Laure Eve 2026 (P) Penguin Audio 2026"

Laure Eve (Author), Cecily Bednar Schmidt (Narrator)

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Out of Sight, Out of Mind

"Meadowbrook Middle School's Queen of Mean, 13-year-old Amanda Beeson, awakens in the body of her favourite target: Tracey Devon. Forced to experience the neglect she once inflicted, Amanda soon uncovers Tracey’s startling secret—the ability to turn invisible. Trapped in Tracey's life, Amanda finds herself in a bizarre 'gifted' class, and it becomes clear that at Meadowbrook, the definition of 'gifted' has a whole other meaning. Can Amanda rescue her one-time target from obscurity and get her own life back on track? Perfect for young readers who enjoy a mix of school drama and paranormal adventure, this light-hearted action-adventure series was adapted into a hit CBBC television drama in 2025. Gifted Meadowbrook Middle School is an ordinary school with ordinary students-except for the Nine. These students look like the others, but they're not. You could call it a skill, a talent or a disadvantage, but each of these students is unique—they're gifted. Marilyn Kaye is an acclaimed author of young adult and middle-grade fiction, best known for her “Replica,” “Gifted,” and “Out of This World” series."

Marilyn Kaye (Author), Cecily Bednar Schmidt (Narrator)

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Better Late Than Never

"Goth girl Jenna Kelley can read minds, the ultimate tool for rebellion. But when her alcoholic mother is hospitalised, a stranger claiming to be her long-lost dad appears, promising a fresh start. A real parent, a normal life – it sounds too good to be true. Her gifted classmates think so, but Jenna is so determined to have a real parent around and ignores her powerful intuition. Her gift for truth might be useless if her heart refuses to listen... Perfect for young readers who enjoy a mix of school drama and paranormal adventure, this light-hearted action-adventure series was adapted into a hit CBBC television drama in 2025. Gifted Meadowbrook Middle School is an ordinary school with ordinary students-except for the Nine. These students look like the others, but they're not. You could call it a skill, a talent or a disadvantage, but each of these students is unique—they're gifted. Marilyn Kaye is an acclaimed author of young adult and middle-grade fiction, best known for her “Replica,” “Gifted,” and “Out of This World” series."

Marilyn Kaye (Author), Cecily Bednar Schmidt (Narrator)

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Powerless (Full-Cast Dramatised Adaptation)

"Adapted from the New York Times bestselling novel and BookTok sensation, this immersive audiobook edition brings to life the world of Powerless like you've never heard it before with a full cast of actors, music, and sound design! Fourth Wing meets The Hunger Games in this sizzling fantasy romance not to be missed. Only the extraordinary belong in the kingdom of Ilya . . . The exceptional. The Elites. The Elites have possessed powers for decades, gifted to them by the Plague, while those born Ordinary are just that, banished from the kingdom and shunned from society. No one knows this better than Paedyn Gray, an Ordinary posing as an Elite. When she unsuspectingly saves one of Ilya's princes, Kai Azer, she's thrown into the Purging Trials, a brutal competition to showcase her 'Elite' powers. If the Trials and the opponents don't kill her, the prince she's fighting feelings for will if he discovers what Paedyn really is . . . completely Ordinary. Follow Lauren Roberts on TikTok and Instagram @LaurenRobertsLibrary Praise for the Powerless series: 'Nothing short of epic' Rosie Talbot, bestselling author of Sixteen Souls 'A thrilling fantasy with the most delicious slow-burn romance' M.A. Kuzniar, bestselling author of Midnight in Everwood '[A] titillating debut' Publishers Weekly 'A masterpiece' Goodreads Reader Review 'Everyone needs to read it' TikTok Review 'The BEST book I've read' NetGalley Reader Review 'A sizzling slice of fantasy romance' Booksellers Review"

Lauren Roberts (Author), Amanda Dolan, Catherine Ho, Cecily Bednar Schmidt, Chase Brown, Corey Brill, Dan Bittner, Gail Shalan, Graham Halstead, James Fouhey, Jared Zeus, Keylor Leigh, Lauren Roberts, Shaun Taylor-Corbett, Zeno Robinson (Narrator)

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Sparking Fire Out of Fate: The exhilarating young adult romantasy series from the world of A Curse So Dark and Lonely

"Bloomsbury presents Sparking Fire Out of Fate by Brigid Kemmerer, read by Nezar Alderazi, Hunter Johns and Cecily Bednar Schmidt. Broken loyalties. Uncertain fates. Two kingdoms hanging in the balance ... The exhilarating finale in bestselling author Brigid Kemmerer’s Forging Silver series will leave readers breathless! Callyn has grown closer to Queen Lia Mara in Syhl Shallow, bonded by the secret magic they share. But their magic can stay hidden only so long, especially when a dangerous plot on the Queen’s life forces Callyn to work with the man who betrayed her. In Emberfall, Tycho and Jax are struggling to rebuild their connection after months apart, complicated when they learn of Truthbringers causing trouble at the borders. Sent to investigate together, Jax and Tycho soon discover that the rebellious faction has formed a devil’s bargain with the magical scravers to destroy human magic once and for all. When their missions bring them together, Tycho, Jax, and Callyn find themselves facing threats from all sides. With one last chance to save their magic and their kingdoms, they must work together, or lose everything. War has erupted. Love is tested. And without sacrifice, magic could destroy everyone ... C 2026 Brigid Kemmerer P 2026 Bloomsbury Publishing PLC"

Brigid Kemmerer (Author), Cecily Bednar Schmidt, Hunter Johns, Nezar Alderazi (Narrator)

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Grumpy Darling: The Darling Devils Series, Book 2

"She's never been kissed. He's never felt this way about anyone. Paige has ticked off everything on her senior year bucket list except one tiny thing—she's never kissed anyone. And her best friend, Grayson Darling, is to blame. Grayson is the school hockey team's notorious enforcer, and he's been scaring away any eligible bachelors who so much as look in Paige's direction. With time running out, she demands that Grayson stop defending her honor. Instead, he'll become her dating coach, training her to win the guy of her dreams. But Grayson has plans of his own. He's been in love with Paige since they were kids, and his clock is running, too. Coaching Paige might be his last chance to show her how good they'd be together. After all, practice makes perfect. Alexandra Moody's BookTok sensation Darling Devils continues with book two, Grumpy Darling. Perfect for fans of Hannah Grace, clean romance, and slow-burn fire on the ice!"

Alexandra Moody (Author), Cecily Bednar Schmidt, Dallis Seeker (Narrator)

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The Dirty Version

"Heat rises and sparks fly when a surf-town author and an intimacy coordinator are thrown together to write new, steamy sex scenes for a TV series based on her hit novel in this deliciously fun debut romance. Tash was thrilled when the dramatic rights to her surprise-hit feminist novel were snapped up by an indie film studio. But no one warned her that a Hollywood shuffle could land her smart, literary epic in the hands of a huge action-movie franchise director more famous for his machismo than his artistry. And now this big shot director wants “the dirty version” of her book, demanding Tash transform the strong, complex female warriors she created into eye candy. Despite her best efforts to stall, the studio assigns Tash to its golden-boy intimacy coordinator to help her add spice to the script. Tash resents Caleb from the first word of the first sentence they write together, certain he's the enemy and too handsome to be trusted. But the longer they collaborate on her characters, the more she's attracted to his firm grasp of emotional (and fine, physical) nudity. Soon they're burning up the bedsheets along with their new pages, blurring romantic storylines. But just when Tash feels it’s all coming together, the whole plot falls apart. Can she find a narrative that saves her show and her own love story, or are both lost forever?"

Turner Gable Kahn (Author), Cecily Bednar Schmidt (Narrator)

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Fearless: The epic conclusion to the trilogy taking the world by storm!

"OVER 5 MILLION COPIES SOLD WORLDWIDE. THE SIZZLING FINALE TO THE NO 1 BESTSELLING ROMANTASY TRILOGY PHENOMENON! Paedyn Gray and Kai Azer return to the Kingdom of Ilya... And Paedyn has a life-altering choice to make. Whatever she decides will determine her fate - and the fate of those around her - forever. In the ultimate battle of love and loyalty, who wins? Be swept away by the conclusion to the smash hit, romantasy trilogy that has taken the world by storm. Follow Lauren Roberts on TikTok and Instagram @LaurenRobertsLibrary Praise for Powerless: 'Nothing short of epic' Rosie Talbot, bestselling author of Sixteen Souls 'A thrilling fantasy with the most delicious slow-burn romance' M.A. Kuzniar, bestselling author of Midnight in Everwood '[A] titillating debut' Publishers Weekly 'A masterpiece' Goodreads Reader Review 'Everyone needs to read it' TikTok Review 'The BEST book I've read' NetGalley Reader Review 'A sizzling slice of fantasy romance' Booksellers Review"

Lauren Roberts (Author), Cecily Bednar Schmidt, Chase Brown, Jared Zeus, Lauren Roberts (Narrator)

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Carving Shadows into Gold: The exhilarating young adult romantasy series from the world of A Curse So Dark and Lonely

"Bloomsbury presents Carving Shadows into Gold by Brigid Kemmerer, read by Nezar Alderazi, Cecily Bednar Schmidt, and Hunter Johns. Dangerous magic. Fateful choices. Broken promises. The spellbinding series by New York Times bestselling author Brigid Kemmerer continues. The King’s Courier Tycho has made a treacherous bargain. Now beholden to the magical scraver who saved King Grey’s life, one false move could end everything. Jax escaped his life in Briarlock and traveled with Tycho to Emberfall. But life outside his small village brings unexpected challenges – and unlikely adversaries. After years of hating the royal family and their magic, Callyn never expected to be at the Queen’s side, with magic at her fingertips. But at the royal court, she can’t trust anyone – including the man she thought she loved. Cast apart, Tycho, Jax, and Callyn must learn to wield the magic that is dividing their kingdom. As the magical scravers attack from the north and the king’s rivals gain strength, time is running out. War is looming. Love is tested. And magic could be the only answer ... C 2025 Brigid Kemmerer P 2025 Bloomsbury Publishing PLC"

Brigid Kemmerer (Author), Cecily Bednar Schmidt, Hunter Johns, Nezar Alderazi (Narrator)

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Rival Darling: The Darling Devils Series, Book 1

"She's got one rule: never date a jock. He'll do whatever it takes to break it. When seventeen-year-old Violet is left heartbroken by the captain of her school's ice hockey team, she vows to never date a jock again. But, in an attempt to prove she's moved on, she turns to the most unlikely person—her ex's biggest rival, the notorious captain of the Ransom Devils. Reed Darling is gorgeous, mysterious, and intimidating, both on and off the ice. Wild rumors constantly circulate about him, and the only thing people love to talk about more than his hockey skills are his exploits as a ruthless heartbreaker and bad boy. Who better to serve as Violet's fake boyfriend until her ex gets the message, right? But despite the intense rivalry between their two schools and Reed's infamous reputation, Violet soon starts to wonder if there's more to him than the gossip suggests. And while she tries her best to control their 'relationship' with a list of strict guidelines, Reed has other ideas. He's set his sights on winning her over and is determined to show Violet he's not the guy everyone thinks he is. She should have known better than to make a deal with a devil because this one is going to break all her rules. Rival Darling is a standalone YA rom-com with a HEA and no cliffhanger. It has fake relationship and he-falls-first tropes with cute, clean, and fun vibes. It's perfect for fans of Lynn Painter, Jenny Han, and Ali Novak."

Alexandra Moody (Author), Cecily Bednar Schmidt, Dallis Seeker (Narrator)

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Audiobooks Narrated by Cecily Bednar Schmidt

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