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A Katherine Reay Bookish Collection: Includes Lizzy and Jane, The Bronte Plot, and The Portrait of

"Literature, love, and second chances collide in this beautifully crafted collection from award-winning author Katherine Reay. With heartfelt characters, classic literary nods, and evocative settings--from cozy Seattle kitchens to windswept English moors and sun-drenched Italian vineyards--these stand-alone novels explore what it means to find your way by going back to where it all began. Book One: Lizzy and Jane Estranged sisters. A faltering restaurant career. A return to family--and maybe even love. Chef Elizabeth Hughes has lost her spark, and when her sister Jane is diagnosed with cancer, Elizabeth heads home to care for her. What begins as a temporary visit becomes a life-altering season of healing, rediscovery, and a chance at romance with Jane's charming coworker, Nick. In the heart of family, food, and literature, can Lizzy become more than just Elizabeth again? Book Two: The Brontë Plot Lucy Alling sells rare books--but not always honestly. When her secrets are exposed, she loses everything. An unexpected invitation to join her ex-boyfriend's grandmother on a literary tour of England offers more than escape--it offers transformation. As they journey from London to Haworth, Lucy must face the truth about her past, her future, and what it really means to live like a Brontë heroine: brave, bold, and unafraid to begin again. Book Three: A Portrait of Emily Price Fix-it-all Emily Price knows how to repair anything--except her own heart. When Italian chef Ben Vassallo sweeps her off her feet, Emily says yes to love and a new life abroad. But once in Italy, her need to fix things threatens to unravel everything. In a world steeped in family tradition and long-held secrets, Emily learns that some things must be broken to be made beautiful again. For readers who adore emotional journeys, literary flair, and the kind of love that heals, the Katherine Reay bookish collection has your perfect next read. Each novel stands alone--but together, they form a tapestry of self-discovery, courage, and grace."

Katherine Reay (Author), Emily Sutton-Smith, Kate Rudd, Laura Kirman (Narrator)

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The Novel Art of Murder

"A bookstore owner tries to keep her grandmother from spending her golden years in an orange jumpsuit in a novel by the Agatha Award finalist. The small town of North Harbor, Michigan, is just not big enough for the two of them: flamboyant phony Maria Romanov and feisty Nana Jo. The insufferable Maria claims she's descended from Russian royalty and even had a fling with King Edward VIII back in the day. She’s not just a lousy liar, she's a bad actress, so when she nabs the lead in the Shady Acres Senior Follies—a part Nana Jo plays every year in their retirement village production—Nana Jo blows a gasket and reads her the riot act in front of everyone. Of course, when Maria is silenced with a bullet to the head, Nana Jo lands the leading role on the suspects list. Sam’s been writing her newest mystery, set in England between the wars, with her intrepid heroine Lady Daphne drawn into murder and scandal in the household of Winston Churchill. But now she has to prove that Nana Jo’s been framed. With help from her grandmother's posse of rambunctious retirees, Sam shines a spotlight on Maria’s secrets, hoping to draw the real killer out of the shadows…"

V.M. Burns (Author), Kate Rudd (Narrator)

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Read Herring Hunt

"Mystery bookstore owner Samantha Washington is about to find out it's not so easy to play Monday morning quarterback when it comes to murder… To the town of North Harbor, Michigan, MISU quarterback Dawson Alexander is a local hero. To Samantha Washington, owner of the Market Street Mysteries Bookstore, Dawson is more than a tenant—he’s like an adopted son. But to the police, he is their prime suspect after his ex-girlfriend is found murdered. It’s more than enough real-life drama for Sam to tackle, but her role as a mystery writer also calls. Returning to the English countryside between the wars, she finds Lady Daphne Marsh in quite the quandary. Someone has tried to murder the scandalous American divorcée Wallis Simpson, for whom Edward VIII so recently abdicated his throne. It seems finding a suspect is no small challenge when most of England has a motive… While Sam’s lawyer sister Jenna rushes in to build Dawson's defense, Sam and her lively grandmother, Nana Jo, huddle up to solve the mystery and blow the whistle on the real killer. With the tenacious members of the Sleuthing Senior Book Club eager to come off the sidelines, Sam and her team just might stop a killer from completing another deadly play…"

V.M. Burns (Author), Kate Rudd (Narrator)

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The If I Run Series: Books 1-3: If I Run, If I'm Found, and If I Live

"The truth can be dangerous--especially when it's buried. In the If I Run series by New York Times bestselling author Terri Blackstock, one woman's desperate quest for justice collides with a man's search for redemption in a gripping trilogy packed with heart-racing suspense, emotional depth, and faith-fueled resilience. Book One: If I Run She's innocent--but that won't save her. When Casey Cox discovers her best friend murdered, she knows two things: she didn't do it, and no one will believe her. With her DNA all over the crime scene, she runs. Dylan Roberts, a war-weary veteran turned investigator, is hired to track her down. But the more he learns, the less Casey looks like a killer--and the more he's willing to risk everything to uncover the truth. Book Two: If I'm Found Trust is dangerous. But so is standing by. Still on the run, Casey risks her freedom to protect a child in danger--and finds herself entangled in yet another injustice. Dylan, now secretly working to prove her innocence, must walk a tightrope between helping her and staying under the radar. Every step closer to the truth brings new threats--and new reasons to keep running. Book Three: If I Live They're almost out of time--and out of places to hide. As Casey's face appears on every screen, and her enemies close in, she and Dylan must stay one step ahead while gathering the final pieces of evidence. But exposing the truth could cost them their lives. In this explosive finale, survival isn't the only thing at stake--their future is too. With over 450,000 copies sold, the If I Run series delivers unforgettable characters, breakneck pacing, and a powerful message of hope. Perfect for fans of Lisa Harris, Lynette Eason, and suspense that cuts straight to the soul."

Terri Blackstock (Author), Kate Rudd, Nan Gurley (Narrator)

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The Dollmaker

"No one is safe. Not when The Dollmaker lurks in the shadows. Dawn Hildegard’s dream is to become a doctor, but for a woman in the 1920s, this is no easy task. When her best friend Rose is kidnapped by “The Dollmaker,” a crazed serial killer who creates “art” from his victim’s bodies, she drops everything to find her. With the help of a handsome new acquaintance and his mysterious brother, Dawn investigates the fascinating case: Women found dead at the scene—their limbs skillfully removed, only to later be found stitched back together, suspended in doll-like positions throughout town in a grotesque display. While following the trail of clues, Dawn can’t help her growing affection for the brothers, or her sense of unease. The Hemsworth brothers share dark secrets, and both have ties to one of the victims. With time running out, Dawn must use her wits and medical knowledge to find Rose before it’s too late. And before she becomes The Dollmaker’s next victim."

Morgan Shamy (Author), Kate Rudd (Narrator)

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Her Sister’s Death

"A January 2023 Once Upon a Book Club Pick 'You'll get nothing done until you've reached the end of this excellent book.' ―Lisa Regan, USA Today and WSJ bestselling author of the Detective Josie Quinn series '[A] riveting tale . . .' ―Library Journal She wanted the truth. She should have known better. When her sister is found dead in a Baltimore hotel room, reporter Val Ritter's world is turned upside down. An empty pill bottle at the scene leads the police to believe the cause of death is suicide. With little more than her own conviction, Val teams up with Terry Martin, a retired detective who has his own personal interest in the case, to prove that something more sinister is possible. In 1921, Bridget Wallace, a guest on the brink of womanhood, is getting ready to marry an eligible older man. But what seems like a comfortable match soon takes a dark turn. Does the illustrious history of the stately Franklin hotel hide another, lesser known history of death?"

K. L. Murphy (Author), Curt Bonnem, Kate Rudd, Rachel Fulginiti (Narrator)

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This Is Where It Ends

"The reviews are in! This Is Where It Ends, the #1 New York Times bestseller and one of the Best Books of the Decade (Buzzfeed, Paste Magazine, BookRiot), 'could break you.' 'I am speechless.' 'The saddest book I have ever read.' 'Literally tore my heart out.' Go inside a heartbreaking fictional school shooting, minute-by-terrifying-minute. Everyone has a reason to fear the boy with the gun... 10:00 a.m.: The principal of Opportunity, Alabama's high school finishes her speech, welcoming the entire student body to a new semester and encouraging them to excel and achieve. 10:02 a.m.: The students get up to leave the auditorium for their next class. 10:03 a.m.: The auditorium doors won't open. 10:05 a.m.: Someone starts shooting. Over the course of 54 minutes, four students must confront their greatest hopes, and darkest fears, as they come face-to-face with the boy with the gun. In a world where violence in schools is at an all-time high and school shootings are a horrifyingly common reality for teenagers, This Is Where It Ends is a rallying cry to end the gun violence epidemic for good. Praise for This Is Where It Ends: - A Buzzfeed Best Young Adult Book of the Decade - A Paste Magazine Best Teen Book of the Decade - A Book Riot Biggest YA Book of the Decade - A Professional Book Nerds Best Book of the Decade - A Bustle.com Most-Anticipated YA Novel - A Goodreads YA Best Books Pick - A Goodreads Choice Award Finalist for Young Adult Fiction - Kids Indie Next List Pick 'Marieke Nijkamp's brutal, powerful fictional account of a school shooting is important in its timeliness.' —Bustle.com 'A gritty, emotional, and suspenseful read and although fictionalized, it reflects on a problematic and harrowing issue across the nation.' —Buzzfeed 'A compelling, brutal story of an unfortunately all-too familiar situation: a school shooting. Nijkamp portrays the events thoughtfully, recounting fifty-four intense minutes of bravery, love, and loss.' —BookRiot"

Marieke Nijkamp (Author), Amy McFadden, Brittany Pressley, Kate Rudd, Lauren Ezzo, Nick Podehl, Scott Merriman, Whitney Dykhouse (Narrator)

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Something New

"Finding love was not on the agenda for John-Michael, but he knew there was no harm in taking a second to enjoy these warm, fuzzy feelings. As a single father, he ultimately had to put his son first, and a fleeting romance was simply not an option. Still, his heart raced as his gaze reached Sadie's mouth. He would never act on it, but he would love to kiss her. He was definitely attracted to this woman, there was no denying it."

Brooke St. James (Author), Kate Rudd (Narrator)

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Stronger at the Seams

"2025 Crystal Kite Honor Winner for Midsouth Region From Schneider Award-winning author Shannon Stocker comes a moving and empowering YA novel that explores what it means to find your voice and learn to advocate for yourself. Twyla has always believed things happen for a reason, but when she starts having severe health issues and doctors won't listen to her concerns, she finds herself questioning everything, including her diagnosis … and wondering if her mother's death holds the answer. Twyla enters high school sure of three things: Her best friends will always be there for her, the next four years will be amazing, and her mom was right when she said there's a reason behind everything. Then she gets extremely nauseous and has trouble concentrating during a field hockey game. The doctors say it's only a mild digestive issue, but Twyla is convinced they're wrong. Making things worse, her friends start ghosting her outside of school, even though they tell her everything is fine, and her dad is becoming more distant each time she asks about her mom's life before she died. As Twyla's illness intensifies and her diagnosis stays the same, she finds herself feeling like her world is unraveling. It's not until she begins researching her symptoms herself-and discovers something in her mom's old records that could hold the answer to her condition-that she believes there could be some sort of reason for everything she's facing. But will anyone listen to her in time? Stronger at the Seams: - Is a contemporary fiction novel for readers 12 and up and adult fans of YA - Comes from Shannon Stocker, the winner of the 2023 Schneider Award for Listen: How Evelyn Glennie, a Deaf Girl, Changed Percussion and an advocate for children with disabilities and chronic disease - Is a powerful coming-of-age story about family, friendship, and self-advocacy"

Shannon Stocker (Author), Kate Rudd, Shannon Stocker (Narrator)

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A Shade of Vampire 20: A Hero of Realms

Bella Forrest (Author), Elizabeth Evans, Erin Mallon, Jason Clarke, Kate Rudd, Tavia Gilbert, Will Damron (Narrator)

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B-Side

"Alec Abramson was a notorious player—an unapologetic ladies' man. He lived that lifestyle for years until the day he was reunited with his first love. Alec was a literal rockstar who had all the women he could handle. But after a chance meeting with Grace, he realized she was the only one he wanted. He had made a mistake by being careless with her feelings all those years ago, and now he had to begin the quest to win her back. B-Side is the second and final book in the How to Tame a Heartbreaker series. Twin brother rockstars, David and Alec Abramson, find love in this two-part series. The Heartbreaker series is a spin-off of the Bank Street Stories series, which consists of nine books and a novella. You would have a lot of fun reading all twelve books in order, (starting with Easy Does It) but it's not necessary, and each book is a standalone story."

Brooke St. James (Author), Kate Rudd (Narrator)

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A Shade of Vampire 10: A Spell of Time

Bella Forrest (Author), Amanda Ronconi, Emma Galvin, Ilyana Kadushin, Kate Rudd, Kristine Hvam, Lucas Daniels, Zach Kerrem, Zachary Webber (Narrator)

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Audiobooks Narrated by Kate Rudd