Audiobooks narrated by Laurel Lefkow

"Two backcountry skiers find the body of a young woman embedded in the ice of a remote mountain creek. All through the night police work with arc lights and chainsaws to prise her out. Identifying her doesn't take so long. Abbie Cooper is wanted for murder and her picture is on law enforcement computers all across America. But how did she die? And what was the trail of events that led this golden child of a loving family so tragically astray?"

Nicholas Evans (Author), Laurel Lefkow (Narrator)

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The Man

"The photos Judith Stanley takes are just for her, a private passion to fill her suburban days. But when she shares them with Paul Sorenson, her new photography instructor, she's unprepared to hear his astonished praise. 'Stunning,' he calls her photos. 'Extraordinary.' She has an uncanny eye, he says, and should consider publication. He could help. Except Judith has no interest in sharing her work; in fact, the mere idea of it frightens her. Still, emboldened by Paul’s encouragement, Judith ventures out beyond her quiet neighborhood to the city in search of increasingly striking images. When she starts to notice the dark shape of a man in the corner of her self-portraits, Judith is certain he's an attacker from her past. She doesn't know why he has returned, but she's sure of his presence: the hoarse sound of his breathing, his hard grip on her elbow. Perhaps it would appease the man if she were to put her camera down and give up her private passion. But she can't; she refuses. Until one night when the man finally emerges from the shadows, and Judith’s story suddenly and irrevocably becomes his own. Chilling and heart-poundingly propulsive, The Man is a phenomenal and timely novel exploring the inescapable fear of living as a woman, the tantalizing seduction of artistic freedom, and the very real dangers that lurk both inside and outside the confines of the mind. The Man marks Laura Sims as an extraordinary talent at the top of her game; and this, her third novel, is her greatest achievement yet."

Laura Sims (Author), Andy Ingalls, Laurel Lefkow (Narrator)

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Seven Steps to College Success: A Pathway for Students with Disabilities

"Bloomsbury presents Seven Steps to College Success by Elizabeth C. Hamblet, read by Laurel Lefkow “Just when I’ve mastered the IEP process, here comes college.” If you’re a parent of a student with a disability who has an IEP or 504 or you’re a professional who works with them, you probably know the K-12 landscape well. But you may have questions about what happens for these students when they get to college, where the shifts in prevailing laws result in a disability accommodation system that works differently, the academic demands increase, and some of the supports students have used in high school won’t be available. The good news is that research shows that the proper preparation can help students make a smooth college transition! But the planning needs to be rooted in a thorough understanding of the changes they’ll encounter in the college environment. In this essential guide, college learning disabilities specialist Elizabeth C. Hamblet builds a foundation of knowledge step-by-step and answers your urgent questions. In 7 Steps to College Success, you’ll learn how: ·students access accommodations, and which ones commonly are and aren’t approved ·parents and professionals can help students develop the key personal and academic skills needed for self-management at college ·students can find colleges that are a good fit in all of the important ways and what admissions directors want them to know about the application process This third edition has been greatly revised to make it equally helpful to parents and professionals. It includes updated research and interviews, and new in this edition is corrections to common myths readers may have heard. C 2023 Elizabeth C. Hamblet P 2026 Bloomsbury Publishing PLC"

Elizabeth C. Hamblet (Author), Laurel Lefkow (Narrator)

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Money for Good Grades and Other Myths About Motivating Kids: Strategies for Parents and Teachers

"In this helpful resource, the author guides parents through the top eight myths about motivation and reveals what really works for kids. Each chapter is filled with practical information and stories that help you understand how to handle a variety of situations related to your child's success at school. Chapters also include specific classroom connections for each strategy, so you can begin proactively working with your child's teacher. With the accessible advice in this book, you'll be able to reach your child more effectively so that he or she is more motivated from within, and more successful in school and beyond!"

Barbara R Blackburn (Author), Laurel Lefkow (Narrator)

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Disney Theatrical Productions: Producing Broadway Musicals the Disney Way

"Disney Theatrical Productions: Producing Broadway Musicals the Disney Way is the first work of scholarship to comprehensively examine the history and production practices of Disney Theatrical Productions (DTP), the theatrical producing arm of the studio branch of the Walt Disney Corporation. This book uncovers how DTP has forged a new model for producing large-scale musicals on Broadway by functioning as an independent theatrical producer under the umbrella of a large entertainment corporation. Case studies of three productions (The Lion King, Tarzan, and Newsies) demonstrate the flexibility and ingenuity of DTP, and showcase the various production models that the company has employed over the years. Exploring topics such as the history of DTP, its impact on the revitalization of Times Square, and its ability to open up a new audience base for Broadway theatre, this volume examines the impact that DTP has had on American musicals, both domestically and internationally, and how its accomplishments have helped reshape the Broadway landscape. This book is relevant to students in Musical Theatre, History of Musical Theatre, Theatre History, and Arts Management courses, along with general Disney enthusiasts."

Amy Osatinski (Author), Laurel Lefkow (Narrator)

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Slow Looking: The Art and Practice of Learning Through Observation

"Slow Looking provides a robust argument for the importance of slow looking in learning environments both general and specialized, formal and informal, and its connection to major concepts in teaching, learning, and knowledge. A museum-originated practice increasingly seen as holding wide educational benefits, slow looking contends that patient, immersive attention to content can produce active cognitive opportunities for meaning-making and critical thinking that may not be possible though high-speed means of information delivery. Addressing the multi-disciplinary applications of this purposeful behavioral practice, this book draws examples from the visual arts, literature, science, and everyday life, using original, real-world scenarios to illustrate the complexities and rewards of slow looking."

Shari Tishman (Author), Laurel Lefkow (Narrator)

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A Critical Companion to the American Stage Musical

"Bloomsbury presents A Critical Companion to the American Stage Musical by Elizabeth L. Wollman read by Laurel Lefkow This Critical Companion to the American Stage Musical provides the perfect introductory text for students of theatre, music and cultural studies. It traces the history and development of the industry and art form in America with a particular focus on its artistic and commercial development in New York City from the early 20th century to the present. Emphasis is placed on commercial, artistic and cultural events that influenced the Broadway musical for an ever-renewing, increasingly broad and diverse audience: the Gilded Age, the Great Depression, the World War II era, the British invasion in the 1980s and the media age at the turn of the twenty-first century. Supplementary essays by leading scholars provide detailed focus on the American musical’s production and preservation, as well as its influence on daily life on the local, national, and international levels. For students, these essays provide models of varying approaches and interpretation, equipping them with the skills and understanding to develop their own analysis of key productions. P 2026 Bloomsbury Publishing PLC C 2017 Elizabeth L. Wollman"

Elizabeth L. Wollman (Author), Laurel Lefkow (Narrator)

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Feminism: A Key Idea for Business and Society (Key Ideas in Business and Management)

"One of the very first books to offer feminist insights and critiques of business to the practicing manager, business student, and non-academic, this provocative volume offers a fresh, positive vision that makes feminist thought accessible and relevant. Feminism: A Key Idea for Business and Society boldly challenges assumptions about both feminism and business. This provocative book:-- Offers a primer on feminism for business and explains feminist interventions including adding women's voices, pushing for equality, and practicing feminist values to make businesses more successful and more just. -- Analyzes the obstacles organizations and individuals face in their efforts to address gender inequality. -- Illustrates how feminist interventions have changed the terms of business conversations around topics such as defining work, centering the economy around care, how jobs work and wages are gendered, violence in the workplace, horizontal and peer-to-peer organizational structures that don't depend on dominance, enlightened leadership models, and power. Feminism has already had a profound impact on business, with many of its key tenets incorporated into business thinking. With the insights revealed in this book, we can see how applying feminist perspectives to business can liberate our understanding of work and management."

Celia V. Harquail (Author), Laurel Lefkow (Narrator)

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The Future of Hacking: The Rise of Cybercrime and the Fight to Keep Us Safe

"Bloomsbury presents The Future of Hacking by Laura S. Scherling, read by Laurel Lefkow. In a world, where cyber threats evolve daily, the line between hacker and hero is thinner than you think. Hacking is no longer just a shadowy underground activity—it’s an essential part of our digital world. The Future of Hacking explores the evolving landscape of cybersecurity, ethical hacking, and digital defense, revealing how hackers protect as much as they attack. Drawing on extensive research and expert interviews from around the world, Laura Scherling uncovers the real-world impact of cybercrime, internet freedom, and digital policy. This accessible yet deeply researched book challenges misconceptions about hacking, highlights the work of those defending our digital future, and helps readers understand why cybersecurity is now everyone’s concern. The future of hacking is here. P 2026 Bloomsbury Publishing PLC C 2025 Laura S. Scherling"

Laura S. Scherling (Author), Laurel Lefkow (Narrator)

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The Welcome Party: A gripping domestic suspense novel of suburban secrets and the perfect crime

"A deliciously dark and twisty psychological thriller perfect for fans of The Housemaid, The Perfect Marriage and The Last Mrs Parrish. Amanda Kensington is trapped in a marriage to a charming, dangerous man. He’s told her he’ll kill her before he’ll divorce her – and she believes him. She’s been hiding the bruises for too long, and now she’s plotting her escape, one careful move at a time. But someone else is watching and playing a much more calculated game. She’s just moved to their exclusive, lakeside community, and she’s driven, brilliant, and obsessively focused on Amanda’s life. On Amanda’s house. On Amanda’s husband. She’s been watching them all for years. As secrets surface along with a body in the lake, three women – the wife, the investigating detective, and the obsessive newcomer – are about to discover just how well they know their neighbors. This addictive story will keep you guessing until the last page. Perfect for fans of: - Unreliable female narrators - Suburban noir - Toxic marriage storylines - Dark female friendship / unlikely allies - Community secrets / neighborhood watch gone wrong What readers say about Samantha Vérant’s books: ‘Addictive, fast-paced and a drama-filled rollercoaster ride! WOW!! Never in a million years did I see that twist coming… it literally blew my socks off! …truly amazing!’ Reader review, ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ ‘This twisty page-turning thriller will keep you entertained from the first page to the last! … Just when you think you have figured it out, something else is revealed. A must-read for those who enjoy a domestic thriller!’ Reader review, ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ ‘An immersive, mind-blowing story… will keep you guessing until the very end. Everyone has secrets in this book, and multiple twists will make your head spin!’ Reader review, ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ ‘A high stakes, high speed thriller… I was hooked from the first page… full of twists and turns that leave you gasping at times. A really great thriller.’ Reader review, ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ ‘A tantalizing blend of romance, suspense, and intrigue that will keep you hooked… If you're looking for a book that will keep you on the edge of your seat, look no further!’ Reader review, ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ ‘As the stakes escalate to a fever pitch, you’re left desperately tearing through the pages to find out who will survive the fallout… a gripping, decadent read.’ Reader review, ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ ‘This one pulls you in fast and keeps tightening the screws… Tense and addictive.’ Reader review, ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ ‘Wow… I am still stunned. If thrillers with shocking twists are your thing, you do not want to miss this one.’ Reader review, ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ ‘Grabs you by the throat and pulls you into the book immediately and nothing gets done because you literally can’t put the book down. Outstanding writing. Outstanding story.’ Reader review, ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐"

Samantha Vérant (Author), Laurel Lefkow (Narrator)

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Little Blue Dot: How the Global Positioning System Shaped the Modern World

"In this thrilling and utterly unique work of narrative non-fiction, Katherine Dunn explores the acute vulnerability of the GPS satellite system – in a book that lifts the lid on the invisible connections of the globe, from the space race to the phone in our pockets This is the story of the Global Positioning System, the network of U.S. government satellites that encircle the earth: a vast web that, in a matter of decades, has transformed the way we understand space and time, making us critically dependent on vulnerable technology we often forget is even there. It is a system that was conceived of as a military product designed for war, but which has since evolved into a vital everyday tool that tells us where we are and when at any given point. But its use doesn’t stop there: GPS has transformed our navigation systems and our global trade, our farms and our supermarkets, our stop lights, banking networks, and our energy systems. It overturned online dating, exercise regimens, travel planning and takeaways. It reshaped our daily lives, and then it transformed us. When GPS took away our familiarity with getting lost, it also stripped us of our ability to hide – turning our place in the world into a mappable, knowable entity, and put us, a blinking blue dot on a screen, at its centre. In this thrilling, page-turning work of narrative non-fiction that touches on tech, geopolitics, international relations and economics – Katherine Dunn explores the acute vulnerability of an essential global system that touches all our lives. With echoes of Kleptopia, The Fifth Risk and Prisoners of Geography, as well as echoes of Islands of Abandonment by Cal Flynn and Entangled Life by Merlion Sheldrake in the way it exposes a hidden, esoteric system that we all rely on – this is a book that lifts the lid on the invisible connections of the globe, from the space race to the phone in our pockets."

Katherine Dunn (Author), Laurel Lefkow (Narrator)

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Passionate Learners: How to Engage and Empower Your Students

"Would you want to be a student in your own classroom? In Passionate Learners: How to Engage and Empower Your Students, author Pernille Ripp challenges both novice and seasoned teachers to create a positive, interactive learning environment where students drive their own academic achievement. You'll discover how to make fundamental changes to your classroom so learning becomes an exciting challenge rather than a frustrating ordeal. Based on the author's personal experience of transforming her approach to teaching, this book outlines how to: - Build a working relationship with your students based on mutual trust, respect, and appreciation. - Be attentive to your students; needs and share ownership of the classroom with them. - Break out of the vicious cycle of punishment and reward to control student behavior. - Use innovative and creative lesson plans to get your students to become more engaged and intellectually-invested learners, while still meeting your state standards. - Limit homework and abandon traditional grading so that your students can make the most of their learning experiences without unnecessary stress. - And much more!"

Pernille Ripp (Author), Laurel Lefkow (Narrator)

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Audiobooks Narrated by Laurel Lefkow

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