Audiobooks narrated by Lee Ann Howlett

Poems of Emily Dickinson – Series 2 Audiobook

"Few of Emily Dickinson’s poems were published in her lifetime. Her posthumous fame is largely due to the efforts of her editors and supporters Thomas W. Higginson and Mabel Loomis Todd. In the foreword to this second collection, published in 1891, Mabel Loomis Todd wrote: “The eagerness with which the first volume of Emily Dickinson’s poems has been read shows very clearly that all our alleged modern artificiality does not prevent a prompt appreciation of the qualities of directness and simplicity in approaching the greatest themes—life and love and death. That ‘irresistible needle-touch,’ as one of her best critics has called it, piercing at once the very core of a thought, has found a response as wide and sympathetic as it has been unexpected even to those who knew best her compelling power. This second volume, while open to the same criticism as to form with its predecessor, shows also the same shining beauties.”"

Emily Dickinson (Author), Amy Soakes, Charlie Albers, Denis Daly, Gary MacFadden, Gregory Dwyer, JaeAudio, Kylie Elliott, Larry Wilson, Lee Ann Howlett, Linda Barrans, Lyndal Curran Doolan, Margaret Wakeley, Martha H. Weller, Nancy Beard, Ron Altman, Terah Tucker (Narrator)

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Belle Starr—The Bandit Queen

"Legendary outlaw Belle Starr has been written about and portrayed in various media for well over one hundred years. Born Myra Maybelle Shirley in Missouri in 1848, Belle lived most of her life in Texas. She became notorious after living and hanging out with members of the James and Younger gangs. Belle was a crack shot who rode side saddle while engaging in horse thievery, cattle rustling, and holdups. In between these activities, Belle bore two children and was involved with (though not necessarily married to) several men, including Sam Starr. Belle was murdered in 1889 just 2 days before her 41st birthday. The case is officially considered unsolved. This book was the first of many about Belle and was originally published the same year she died."

William Yancey Shackleford (Author), Lee Ann Howlett (Narrator)

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Life Among Hollywood’s ‘Extra’ Girls

"The 1920s was a bustling time in Hollywood, as starry-eyed young women sought fame and fortune—only to discover that their dreams did not match the reality of the film industry. Edgcumb Pinchon was there to report on it all. He interviewed women who worked as “extras” in Hollywood, and was himself involved in the film business as a screenwriter and author. He describes here the hierarchy of those on set (in front of and behind the camera) with first-hand knowledge and humor. In addition to Pinchon’s article on “Extra” Girls, this book includes articles on Charlie Chaplin, Cecil B. DeMille’s epic The King of Kings, Hollywood’s spread to small-town America (Hollywood on the Ohio), and the evolution of film."

Edgcumb Pinchon (Author), Lee Ann Howlett (Narrator)

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Poems of Emily Dickinson – Series 1

"Emily Dickinson was one of the most reclusive of all poets. She spent much of her life in seclusion in her father’s house in Amherst, and only a handful of her 1800 poems were published in her lifetime. Credit for the posthumous publication of her work must be given to her editor and friend Thomas W. Higginson, who reported that, in spite of the voluminous correspondence which passed between himself and Dickinson, he only met her twice in person. Dickinson’s poems are all short; few of them exceed twenty lines. Within her writing, the most mundane events of domestic life appear as events of momentous significance. The original editors of this collection write that, “The main quality of these poems is that of extraordinary grasp and insight, uttered with an uneven vigor, sometimes exasperating, seemingly wayward, but really unsought and inevitable.”"

Emily Dickinson (Author), Amy Soakes, Anthony St. Pierre, Brandon Keener, Caroline Mclaughlin, Charlie Albers, Denis Daly, Erin Bateman, Erin Grassie, Ginger White, Gregory Dwyer, Jennifer Fournier, Kendra Murray, Kylie Elliott, Larry Wilson, Lee Ann Howlett, Lillian Warkentin, Linda Barrans, Lisa Negrón, Lyndal Curran Doolan, Marie Hoffman, Melissa Green, Nancy Beard, Peter Sardi, Roberta Jackson, Ron Altman, Sara Sheckells, Stephanie Németh-Parker, Susan Iannucci, Tim Dehn (Narrator)

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Studies in Murder

"Edmund Lester Pearson was a journalist, court reporter, and librarian. He’s considered by many to be the first real true crime author in the U.S. Here he writes about the Lizzie Borden murders, axe murders that happened at sea, the murder of a wealthy New York businessman, and two others. Several of these crimes remain unsolved. Although he meticulously researched these crimes and interviewed many witnesses, his accounts are entertaining and, at times, even humorous."

Edmund Lester Pearson (Author), Lee Ann Howlett (Narrator)

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Songs of Innocence and of Experience

"This collection arguably contains some of the most charming lyrics ever written in English. The childlike simplicity and trust of these artless verses are unique. Blake’s poems can be enjoyed, not only for their historical importance in an age which was fiercely proud of its genius and its traditions, but also for their simple and beautiful expression of “two contrary states of the human soul.” Songs of Innocence was originally a complete collection of twenty-three poems, first printed in 1789. In 1794, a composite collection entitled Songs of Innocence and of Experience, containing forty-seven poems, was published."

William Blake (Author), Adam Skousen, Aisling Gray, Alan Weyman, Ben Stevens, Blaise Doran, Bria Sterling, Charlie Albers, Christianne Lupher, Denis Daly, Emma Faye, Erin Grassie, Gary Mcfadden, Ginger White, Graham Scott, Gregory Dwyer, John Burlinson, Kendra Murray, Kris Keppeler, Laura E. Richcreek, Lee Ann Howlett, Linda Barrans, Lisa Negrón, Lyndal Curran Doolan, Nancy Beard, Rhonda Federman, Roberta Jackson, Ron Altman, Rosalind Murphy, Sarah Bacaller, Shane Emmett, Stephanie Németh-Parker, Stephen Gage, Terah Tucker, Tim Dehn, Trisha Rose (Narrator)

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Now We Are Six

"This collection of 35 short poems was first published in 1927, and is a sequel to When We Were Very Young, which was the first anthology of verse dealing with the domestic adventures of Christopher Robin and Winnie the Pooh. As the author explains in the introduction: “We have been nearly three years writing this book. We began it when we were very young … and now we are six. So, of course, bits of it seem rather baby-ish to us, almost as if they had slipped out of some other book by mistake. So we want you to know that the name of the book doesn’t mean that this is us being six all the time, but that it is about as far as we’ve got at present, and we half think of stopping there.”"

A. A. Milne (Author), Aisling Gray, Alan Weyman, Amy Soakes, Bob Gonzalez, Cath Bilson, Daniela Acitelli, David K. Martin, Denis Daly, Emma Faye, Erin Grassie, Gary Macfadden, Graham Scott, Jd Sutter, Jennie Litt, Jennifer Fournier, John Burlinson, Kathleen Li, Kendra Murray, Kris Keppeler, Lee Ann Howlett, Linda Barrans, Lucy Bacaller, Marty Krz, Melissa Green, Phil Chenevert, Rebecca H. Lee, Roberta Jackson, Rosalind Murphy, Sarah Bacaller, Sarah Jane Rose, Shane Hughes, Sumara Meers, Susan Iannucci, Ted Wenskus, Terah Tucker, Tim Dehn (Narrator)

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Heidi

"First published in 1881, the subtitle of this book tells us that it was written “for children and those who love children”. Heidi, a 5-year-old orphan, is handed off by her young Aunt Dete to live with her grandfather in the Swiss Alps. Though her new life is foreign, Heidi soon falls in love with her grandfather, and he with her. They share a contented life of goat-herding. But when Grandfather refuses to allow Heidi to attend school in the small village below, quarrels ensue. Heidi’s young aunt returns to remove her from her grandfather, and Heidi is sent to live as a hired lady’s companion to wealthy Clara, a wheelchair-bound child in Frankfurt. Heidi is loved by Clara, but not by the others within Clara’s home, who consider her ill-mannered. She becomes severely homesick and the wealthy family’s doctor recommends her return to the mountains. CAST Narrator: Susan Iannucci Heidi: Trisha Rose Grandfather: Ben Stevens Brigitta: Jennifer Fournier Clara: Sarah Bacaller Also featuring the voices of Ron Altman, David Stifel, Al Gibson, Lee Ann Howlett, Joan Dukore, and Susan Marlowe."

Johanna Spyri (Author), A Full Cast, Alan Gibson, Ben Stevens, David Stifel, Jennifer Fournier, Joan Dukore, Lee Ann Howlett, Ron Altman, Sarah Bacaller, Susan Iannucci, Susan Marlowe, Trisha Rose (Narrator)

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In the Cage

"Step into the captivating world of 'In the Cage' by Henry James. This audiobook immerses you in the life of a young telegraphist in London, whose interactions with high-society clients provide her a window into their private lives. As she navigates this unique position, you'll be drawn into a tale of social observations, secrets, and personal yearnings. James' masterful prose delves into the complexities of class divides and the human desire for connection. With its exploration of hidden desires, the story offers a fascinating glimpse into the contrasts between public personas and private truths. Through the telegraphist's eyes, listeners are invited to reflect on the roles we play and the intricacies of human relationships. Prepare to be intrigued by a narrative that captures the essence of society and the human heart."

Henry James (Author), Lee Ann Howlett (Narrator)

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The Secret Mark

"The third in a series of books revolving around cousins Marian and Lucile by author Roy J. Snell, in ‘The Secret Mark’ we are reunited with Lucile, now working part-time at the library at her Chicago University. While at the library one night Lucile witnesses the theft of a valuable book from the library’s collection. Together with her friend and roommate Florence, Lucile vows to track down the thief and solve the mystery, as danger and adventure inevitably ensue. A gripping tale from the popular American author. - Roy J. Snell (1878-1959) was a popular American author best known for his children’s fiction. Born in Missouri, Snell was raised on a farm in Illinois. At the age of 19 he attended Wheaton College, graduating in 1906. He became a Minister, before continuing his studies at Harvard University. Snell then moved to Alaska before joining the war effort serving with the Red Cross. WWI had interrupted his blossoming writing career, and upon his return from France Snell began writing in earnest. Many of his books drew on his own adventurous spirit and love of travel, and Snell went on to write over 70 young adult novels, many of which were also published under his pseudonyms, David O’Hara, James Craig and Joseph Marino. He died in 1959 at the age of 80."

Roy J. Snell (Author), Lee Ann Howlett (Narrator)

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A Gallery of Children

"A Gallery of Children' is A. A. Milne's first published book of prose. It was released after his poetry collection, 'When we were very young', and prior to 'Winnie the Pooh'. With his characteristic blend of nonsense, wit and warmth, Milne offers twelve short stories of childish endeavour and mishap. They will delight and amuse listeners both young and not-so-young."

A. A. Milne (Author), Alan Weyman, Bonnie Trost, Jennifer Fournier, John Burlinson, Lee Ann Howlett, Susan Iannucci (Narrator)

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Peggy's Trial

"Ten-year old Peggy Clayton and her two younger brothers, Teddy and Harry, live with their father, Dr. Clayton, and Nurse, a woman who has taken care of them since the death of their mother when Peggy was five. Peggy is a sweet and kind little girl with a big imagination and a great sense of fun. Peggy's Trial follows her adventures with her friends at school, the mischief she and her brothers cause poor old Nurse, and even Peggy’s being chased by a bull. But nothing can prepare Peggy, Teddy and Harry when they fear they may lose their beloved father to a stepmother. (Summary by Lee Ann Howlett.)"

Mary Knight Potter (Author), Lee Ann Howlett (Narrator)

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