Audiobooks narrated by Jennifer Aquino

Traumatized: The New Politics of Public Suffering

"How trauma became a weapon, by highly-acclaimed author of Virtue Hoarders Traumatized traces the emergence and triumph of the concept of trauma in public life. From shell-shock and PTSD to the power of Oprah Winfrey and the authentic personal brand, Liu weaves together the history of this now ubiquitous idea and explains what it all means for our society. Trauma culture speaks to our current moment—the demise of liberalism, the expansion of social media, and the rise of surveillance capitalism. Trauma culture promised liberation from repression and oppression but has never delivered. Instead, it has been made into a weapon to individualize suffering, promoting a politics of false consensus. It undermines solidarity and eviscerated the foundations of liberal politics by demanding submission to a regime of vulnerability and accommodation. When suffering is all we have in common, what are we to do when we are all too traumatised to resist?"

Catherine Liu (Author), Jennifer Aquino (Narrator)

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HBR's 10 Must Reads on Communication, Updated and Expanded (featuring 'The Surprising Power of Questions' by Alison Wood Brooks and Leslie K. John)

"If you read (or listen to) nothing else on communication, listen to this book. We've chosen a new selection of current and classic Harvard Business Review articles that will help you speak more authentically, express your ideas with clarity and impact, and win over your audience. This book will inspire you to ask better questions to get more out of every discussion; listen for emotions and cues, not just facts; use visuals persuasively and effectively; sharpen your business writing to ensure your message sticks; manage negative emotions during stressful conversations; and encourage constructive debate by cultivating psychological safety. HBR's 10 Must Reads are definitive collections of classic ideas, practical advice, and essential thinking from the pages of Harvard Business Review. Exploring topics like disruptive innovation, emotional intelligence, and new technology in our ever-evolving world, these books empower any leader to make bold decisions and inspire others. This updated and expanded edition features new, breakthrough articles and additional short-form pieces to give you and your team the tools you need for sustained success."

Harvard Business Review (Author), Jennifer Aquino, Stephen Bowlby (Narrator)

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Cellular Aging and Consequences in Humans: Nutritional and Clinical Studies

"What if you could understand the intricate mechanisms that control how our cells age—and learn how to combat them? Cellular Aging and Consequences in Humans: Nutritional and Clinical Studies delivers a comprehensive exploration of cellular senescence and cutting–edge anti–aging strategies that may hold the key to healthier aging. From the fundamental processes driving cellular aging to tissue-specific developments, this authoritative resource examines: - The complex interplay between aging and disease - Breakthrough research on senescence across different human tissues - Revolutionary insights into age–related disorders - Cutting-edge physiologic, cellular, molecular, and genetic studies Whether you're a researcher, healthcare professional, or student, this essential reference provides the tools to understand—and potentially influence—the biology of aging at its most fundamental level. Expertly organized and thoroughly researched, it bridges the gap between theoretical concepts and practical applications in the field of cellular aging. Advance your understanding of one of medicine's most compelling frontiers and discover how new insights into cellular senescence could transform our approach to aging and age–related diseases."

TBD (Author), Jennifer Aquino (Narrator)

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Mixed Feelings

"Through a mix of humor and heart, this charming middle gradeaudio memoir explores evolving friendships, puberty mishaps, and finding a place to belong. Perfect for fans of Real Friends, The New Girl, and Pizza Face. Things are getting hairy! What could go wrong on the first day of sixth grade? A: You wake up with leg hair out of nowhere. B: You have zero classes with your BFF and watch her run off with her new (annoying) friend. C:You struggle to decide which school club to join because being mixed race makes you feel like you don't belong anywhere. D:All of the above. SERIOUSLY?! At first, Sara's got mixed feelings about middle school. But she finds comfort in TV -- whether she's watching it, performing her favorite scenes, or imagining her life is a show itself. So when she joins drama club, Sara discovers a community where she can be anything she wants -- including herself. Has Sara finally found a place to fit in? Or will she instead find herself buried under her growing leg hair and off-stage friendship drama? In Sara Amini's semi-autobiographical story, navigating life as a mixed-race girl has never been more hilarious or heartfelt, with family, friendship, and fuzz all at the forefront of this laugh-out-loud and painfully relatable middle-school memoir."

Sara Amini (Author), Dominique Franceschi, Felisha Wong, Francesca Calo, Jennifer Aquino, Jesus E. Martinez, Pej Vadhat, Sara Amini (Narrator)

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Every Moment Holy: Rites of Passage

"From the best-selling prayer book series Every Moment Holy, author Douglas Kaine McKelvey maps out the day-to-day trials, joys, hopes, and griefs of early adulthood and provides more than 150 liturgies for sustenance and guidance along the passage into the wide world of maturity. Every Moment Holy: Rites of Passage is a perfect companion for graduates of high school or college, or anyone navigating the storms of early adulthood. The collection includes prayers for moments such as: - For Beginning a New Job - Before a Major Life Decision - For Missing Home - When Your Vehicle Breaks Down - For Late Night Takeout - Before a Season Abroad - For Finding Delight in Discovery - For Hanging Out with Friends - For Lonely Hours - For Financial Worries - When You Feel Stuck in Your Hometown - For Conflict with a Roommate - After a Hard Breakup . . . and dozens more"

Douglas Kaine McKelvey (Author), Jennifer Aquino, Ramon De Ocampo (Narrator)

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The Big M: 13 Writers Take Back the Story of Menopause

"For readers of Kink and What My Mother and I Don't Talk About, an anthology from a bestselling author that redefines the way we think about menopause-"leaves you feeling informed, empowered, and more connected to yourself and others on the journey" (Nedra Glover Tawwab, New York Times bestselling author of Set Boundaries, Find Peace). This is narrative medicine at its finest: Lidia Yuknavitch and 12 of today's sharpest, most daring writers break the silence. They are here to reclaim the story of menopause-for all of us and those on the way, because we are not the story they made of us. This is a new story, told on our own terms-a long overdue reckoning. Exploring themes of freedom and mortality, sexuality and the patriarchy, The Big M is a chorus of voices, each writer navigating the profound changes in their bodies and lives in their own fiercely individual way. Funny, subversive, insightful, and deeply human, these stories form a living constellation-one you might take into your life in times of duress, transformation, or awakening."

Lidia Yuknavitch (Author), A'rese Emokpae, Amy Landon, Annette Amelia Oliveira, Avi Roque, Jennifer Aquino, Laura Patinkin, Roxanne Hernandez (Narrator)

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Just Visiting This Planet: Merlin Answers More Questions about Everything under the Sun, Moon and Stars

"*Revised and updated for the twenty-first century* In this updated, illustrated companion volume to Merlin's Tour of the Universe, we visit again with Merlin, a timeless space traveler from Planet Omniscia, who answers a collection of imaginative questions about the cosmos from Earthlings of all ages. Whether waxing poetic about Earth and its environs, the Sun and its stellar siblings, the world of light, physical laws or galaxies near and far, Merlin's remarks are engaging, humorous, and clear as a starry night sky. Merlin hasn't been stumped yet, responding to questions including: If aliens exploded our moon, what effect would it have on us? What are your thoughts on the theory that a star named Nemesis is circling our solar system and was responsible for killing off the dinosaurs? If I leave a container on my roof for a period of time, can I collect particles from outer space? Just Visiting This Planet is a timeless book for all travellers of the universe."

Neil deGrasse Tyson (Author), André Santana, Bronson Pinchot, Cassandra Morris, Deanna Anthony, Em Grosland, Jaime Lincoln Smith, Jennifer Aquino, Jim Meskimen, Kevin R. Free, Lauren Fortgang, Liam Gerrard, Luzma Ortiz, Natalie Naudus, Neil deGrasse Tyson, Nicole Cash, Pun Bandhu, Rory Barnett, Soneela Nankani (Narrator)

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Snow White: A Full Cast Audio Drama Short

"Enter the enchanted world of Snow White in this dynamic, full-cast audio drama adaptation of the timeless fairy tale by the Brothers Grimm. Reimagined as an immersive audio experience, this production blends vivid narration, dramatic voice performances, and atmospheric sound design to bring to life the beloved characters - from the beautiful and brave Snow White to the wicked Queen, the memorable dwarfs, and the magic mirror that sees all. Whether you're a long-time fairy tale lover or introducing a new generation to this classic, Snow White: A Full-Cast Audio Drama delivers an unforgettable theatrical journey filled with courage, kindness, and a touch of magic. Perfect for listeners of all ages--including daycares, schools, libraries--and ideal for fans of fairy tales, radio plays, and immersive storytelling."

Andy Garcia, The Brothers Grimm (Author), Andre Santana, Andrea Emmes, Andy Garcia, Ann Richardson, Ella Lynch, Emily Pike Stewart, Jennifer Aquino, Krys Janae, Marcio Catalano, Michelle Price, Nicky Endres, Rhett Samuel Price, Sanya Simmons, Tim Lounibos (Narrator)

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The Rehearsal Club

"A mystery spans decades at the Rehearsal Club in this story of sisterhood, friendship and following your dreams under marquee lights. Twelve-year-old Pal Gallagher is a newly minted New Yorker who loves to make people laugh and is hoping to find kindred spirits in her new city. Her older sister, Naomi, lives at the Rehearsal Club, a historic boarding house for aspiring actresses. Pal quickly gets swept up in the glamor and high-stakes of the theater world, and is drawn into a decades-old mystery about Posy, a boarder who was kicked out of the Club for reasons unknown. In 1954, Olive feels like she is working harder than anyone to make it to Broadway—along with the forty-four other young women who live at the Rehearsal Club. In comparison, her carefree friend Posy is making it look easy. Tensions rise when the two audition for the same part, kicking off a series of events that lead to Posy's departure. What really happened all those years ago? The truth involves a Broadway play, a necklace, and a secret that Olive has kept all these years—until Pal and her new friends start digging into the past. What they learn could change the very fate of the Rehearsal Club itself."

Kate Fodor, Laurie Petrou (Author), Jennifer Aquino, Tina Wolstencroft (Narrator)

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Sing the Truth: The Kweli Journal Short Story Collection

"A powerful must-read collection of bold BIPOC voices. All proceeds support The Kweli Journal's mission to nurture emerging writers of color and foster a vibrant literary community. 'It gave me great pleasure to read this beautiful collection of important, diverse, sometimes heartbreaking, and always moving stories; it had the extra benefit of introducing me to several authors whom I'd never read before and whose work I've started to seek out. Highly recommended.' —Nancy Pearl, acclaimed librarian, bestselling author, and literary critic "With this new collection of short stories, we are once again the beneficiaries of brilliant prose that dances off the pages and into our hearts. I'm proud to be in the chorus praising SING THE TRUTH." —Monique Greenwood, co-founder of Go On Girl! Book Club and owner of Akwaaba Bed & Breakfast Inns "As the editor of the groundbreaking journal Kweli, Laura Pegram has introduced us to many of the finest writers of the contemporary literary landscape. In this new, monumental anthology, Pegram has gathered several of these writers, welcoming us to a luminous community in the word." —Honorée Fanonne Jeffers, author of The Love Songs of W.E.B. DuBois Hailed as "The Paris Review of BIPOC literature," The Kweli Journal has been a launching pad for many of today's most celebrated writers. Kweli—"truth" in Swahili—marks its fifteenth anniversary with this luminous collection edited by founder Laura Pegram. These vivid narratives explore the devastation of leaving home and the struggle to adapt to reimagined lives, lost loves, distant families, and buried pasts, deepening our understanding of the human experience. Featuring works from acclaimed authors Naima Coster, Nicole Dennis-Benn, Daphne Palasi Andreades, Susan Muaddi Darraj, and others, this anthology stands as a testament to voices too often overlooked in contemporary literature. 'The stories in this collection serve as windows into diverse communities while inviting readers of all backgrounds to engage with and appreciate the richness of our cultures.' —Edwidge Danticat, from the foreword of Sing the Truth"

TBD (Author), Almarie Guerra, Angel Pean, Bahni Turpin, Chante McCormick, Charlie Wood, Frankie Corzo, Jennifer Aquino, Karen Chilton, Luzma Ortiz, Natalie Naudus, Neil Shah, Rasha Zamamiri, Shayna Small, Timothy Andrés Pabon (Narrator)

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Retirement 101, 2nd Edition: From 401(k) Plans and Social Security Benefits to Asset Management and Medical Insurance, Your Complete Guide to Preparing for the Future You Want

"A comprehensive and easy-to-understand guide to the ins and outs of retirement planning—updated to include the latest information on new terminology, guideline updates, revised laws, and more making it the key resource for creating a retirement you can live on! How much do I need to retire? Can I retire early? What's the retirement age, anyway? No matter whether you're twenty-five, sixty-five, or any age in between, you probably have questions about retirement and knowing the answers is the key to planning your future. And with changes to essential retirement structures like investment accounts, social security and Medicare, it's important to stay up to date for your own benefit. Whether you want to retire as soon as possible or are looking forward to continuing to work in some form for as long as you can, Retirement 101, 2nd Edition guides you through each step as you approach this life-changing milestone. Now this 2nd edition includes updated information on: -Social security and Medicare -Investment account contributions -Required minimum distribution rules -Student debt payments -Enrollment changes -And more! From how to save for the day when you stop—or scale back—working to smart investment strategies to the best states to retire in to how to calculate your benefits, Retirement 101, 2nd Editions helps you create a retirement plan to accomplish your goals whatever they are."

Michele Cagan (Author), Jennifer Aquino (Narrator)

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Lovely Dark and Deep

"From author Elisa A. Bonnin comes Lovely Dark and Deep, a YA dark academia novel exploring magic, loneliness, and the power of found family. 'A truly thoughtful, engaging reflection on the dark academia genre.'—BCCB, starred review Hidden off the coast of Washington, veiled in mist, there is an island that does not appear on any map. And on that island is Ellery West. The acclaimed school for magic has always been home for Faith. After an international move and a childhood spent adjusting to a new culture and a new language, Faith feels like Ellery is the only place she can be herself. That is, until Faith and another student walk into the forest, and only Faith walks out. Marked with the Red Stripe across her uniform that designates all students deemed too dangerous to attend regular classes, Faith becomes a social pariah, an exile of Ellery West. But all she has to do is keep her head down for one more year so she can graduate, and get to keep her magic. Because when students fail out of Ellery West, they have their magic taken away. Forever. And Faith can't let that happen. Except terrifying things are happening to students, and the dark magic that was unleashed in the forest still seems to be at work. To stop it, Faith and the other Red Stripes will have to work together, risking expulsion from the magical world altogether."

Elisa A. Bonnin (Author), Jennifer Aquino (Narrator)

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Audiobooks Narrated by Jennifer Aquino

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