Audiobooks narrated by Mieko Gavia

Notice and Do: Raise Capable Kids, End Motherhood Burnout, and Lighten Your Mental Load

"Lighten your mental load and end mom burnout for good with a new kind of parenting book that teaches your kids to notice what needs to be done at home-and do it-without waiting to be asked. You're sick of the constant push-and-pull to get your kids to clean (which, let's be real, often ends up with you doing it yourself). With Notice and Do, there's a new way. Through accessible but revolutionary techniques, parenting coach Sam Kelly will teach you how to empower your entire family to share the mental load and proactively contribute at home with eight black and white illustrations and 14 photos. This proven, research-backed method breaks the cycle of burnout and inequitable partnerships, liberating moms from the burden of being the engine that keeps everything running, and sets your kids up to be self-motivated, resilient adults. With Notice and Do, you will learn: - the easy and effective way to teach kids cleaning skills so they can confidently get stuff done on their own - how to teach kids to notice what needs to be done, for themselves, as the first step to taking initiative - age-specific scripts to get buy-in and action from toddlers-teens (even the resistant ones!) - how to show your daughters that shouldering the mental load is not their default setting - how to show your sons that they are just as capable of being an aware, proactive team player at home - ways to work with kids with ADHD and teenagers without yelling, bribes, or constant micromanaging - getting your partner on board so everyone in the family is participating in the invisible labor of managing the home Say goodbye to the one-mom-show and exhausting chore chart battles and hello to a life-changing whole family team who shares the mental load together and works with you, instead of one that works because of you. The audiobook offers a dynamic listening experience with an author-read narration and a multicast recording."

Sam Kelly (Author), Chas Kelly, Diana Bustelo, Lauren Ezzo, Mieko Gavia, Nathan Rosborough, Sam Kelly (Narrator)

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In the Arms of Mountains: A Memoir of Land, Love, and Queer Resistance in Red America

"Rural America deserves more than an elegy: a powerful story of hope, resilience, and political resistance where you least expect it, from Idaho's first openly LGBTQ+ lawmaker 'One doesn't need to be queer to feel seen, heard, and empowered. ...A reminder that activists need to believe that the impossible can happen.' -Carole King, singer, songwriter, activist, and author of A Natural Woman Cole LeFavour was 11 years old when their hippie parents moved the family to a guest ranch in Idaho. Hours to the north, as the LeFavours unpacked pots and pans, Richard Butler dreamed of establishing a white separatist nation. It's here, in one of the reddest states on the map, where Cole learned to raise ducklings, hike the wilderness alone, and build political resistance where you'd least expect it. This is the story rural America deserves to tell-and that the rest of the country needs to hear. Follow LeFavour's journey from their 2-mile walk to the school bus along a dirt road to their monumental election as Idaho's first openly queer state senator. Cole recounts anti-apartheid protests at Berkeley, the solitary life of a fire lookout, and the gravitational pull of unexpected romance and loss. In the Arms of Mountains is a memoir with dirt under its nails and heart on its sleeve. It shatters the carefully constructed "monolithic heartland" myth and rewrites Hillbilly Elegy's bleak epitaph. Haunting, hopeful, and full of fight, Cole's story reminds us of what's possible when we look beyond red and blue, right and left, to meet each other at the edge of the wild."

Cole Nicole LeFavour (Author), Mieko Gavia (Narrator)

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Blood Rains Down: The Stories, Book 2

"History will unravel. Death will rise. Blood will stain the foundation of Nimbria. Who will survive? Redelvtum has fallen. The realms stand at the edge of war. And something far darker lurks beneath the chaos, waiting to seize control. Hyacinth never asked for this power, never wanted to bear the weight of a war that could consume them all. But fate is merciless, and with each passing day, the blood in her veins binds her tighter to a destiny she cannot escape. As armies gather and ancient powers stir, she is forced to make an impossible choice—cling to the love and the life she's always wanted or become the weapon the realms need. Ataliia is slipping further into darkness. Haunted by the war inside her mind and the monsters that walk free, she is losing herself piece by piece. Grief, rage, and the ghosts of her past claw at her throat, pushing her toward choices that cannot be undone. She tells herself she is still fighting for something—someone—but with every drop of blood she spills, she wonders if she is becoming exactly what she once feared. Betrayal runs deep. Allies are not what they seem. As kingdoms fall and secrets find the light, Hyacinth and Ataliia must decide how far they are willing to go to protect the ones they love. But in a war where there is no room for mercy, where death is inevitable and sacrifice is the price of survival, one question remains: Where is the line between hero and villain?"

H. M. Wolfe (Author), Mieko Gavia, Rita Amparita (Narrator)

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The Tortoise's Tale

"A century of American history unfolds through the eyes of a giant tortoise with a heightened awareness for live music, the location of edible flowers, and the nuances of human behavior in this spellbinding debut novel. Snatched from her ancestral lands, a giant tortoise finds herself in an exclusive estate in southern California where she becomes an astute observer of societal change. Her journey is one of discovery, as she learns to embrace the music of jazz and the warmth of human connection. The tortoise's story is enriched by her bond with Takeo, the estate's gardener, who sees her as a being with thoughts and feelings, not just a creature to be observed. The tortoise's mind and heart are further expanded by Lucy, a young girl who names the tortoise Magic and shares a friendship that transcends species. Together, they witness the estate's transformation into a haven for industry titans, politicians, and rock stars, each leaving their mark on the world and on Magic's heart. The tortoise embraces her role as a muse with gusto and witnesses how diverse human harmonies and the mighty winds of social change both uplift people and tear them apart. Over the course of her lifetime, the estate changes ownership, bringing raucous Hollywood parties, and animals both familiar and unexpected. There are also threats, as the estate's idyll is not immune to the ravages of a damaged planet. Through each era, the tortoise remains a refreshingly honest and endearing narrator whose unique vantage point illuminates the transcendent power of compassion, the unexpected connections that shape how we see ourselves and each other, and the wide-reaching effects of choice—or the lack thereof. The Tortoise's Tale is a whimsical yet profound exploration of humanity's entangled journey, a call to recognize the interconnectedness of all life, and the potential for healing. Kendra Coulter's debut novel is a moving portrait of resilience and hope, perfect for fans of Shelby Van Pelt's Remarkably Bright Creatures."

Kendra Coulter (Author), Mieko Gavia (Narrator)

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Local Heavens: A cyberpunk reimagining of The Great Gatsby set in 2075 New York

"A corporate hacker. An elusive billionaire. A society trying to survive the American Nightmare. New York City, 2075. Filipino American Nick Carraway has just moved to the heart of the fractured New Americas, where he's struck by the city's contradictions - shining corporate towers casting bleak shadows over the slums of a crumbling middle class. When Nick meets alluring new-money Jay Gatsby, he falls for Gatsby's frank charm and confident aura. But in a city where the wealthy flaunt tech-enhanced bodies to cheat death, surfaces aren't all they seem - and as a corporate-sanctioned cyberspace hacker, Nick knows that no secret can stay buried for ever. He's the reason they don't. And his latest assignment? Investigate Gatsby himself. As Nick becomes entangled in the dark affairs of the elite - and the devastating fallout of their actions on the city's most vulnerable - he must reckon with the limits of compassion and accountability across class and status. What takes precedence: love, or truth? Heart, or soul? A brilliant reimagining of Fitzgerald's classic tale of glamour, desire, and desperation, Local Heavens examines the guardrails of morality . . . and the price of desire."

K. M. Fajardo (Author), Mieko Gavia, Pun Bandhu (Narrator)

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From the World of Percy Jackson: The Court of the Dead (The Nico Di Angelo Adventures)

"Brought to you by Puffin. A BRAND-NEW ADVENTURE FROM THE WORLD OF PERCY JACKSON AND THE OLYMPIANS From #1 best-selling author Rick Riordan and award-winning author Mark Oshiro comes a new adventure featuring two of the most popular characters from the world of Percy Jackson and the Olympians. It’s been three months since demigod boyfriends Nico di Angelo and Will Solace returned from Tartarus, and there hasn’t been a single quest for them in all that time. So, when Nico’s half sister Hazel asks them to come to Camp Jupiter to help with an ‘issue’, Nico shadow-jumps at the chance to do something. What Hazel didn’t tell the boys is that she’s providing a haven for a group of monsters who’ve escaped the Underworld! Apparently, during Nico and Will’s trip to the Underworld, they showed the monsters that they don’t have to be evil – that the monsters have options. But then the monsters start disappearing from the camp and it’s clear a dark force is at work – and Nico, Will and Hazel are shocked to find that they’re connected to it . . . Listeners love The Court of The Dead: 'Really enjoyed it' 'I simply loved it!' 'Brilliantly brilliant' © Rick Riordan and Mark Oshiro 2025 (P) Penguin Audio 2025"

Mark Oshiro, Rick Riordan (Author), A.J. Beckles, Mieko Gavia (Narrator)

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Things That Go Bump: He's your best friend's older brother...what could go wrong?

"Abandoned and left as an orphan, Wren Williams is on a search to find where she comes from—a difficult task since she's the only siren in The Hartlands, a city in The Upper Hollows. When Shifter Homicide Detective Kai, her friend's older brother, says he'll find her family, she jumps at the opportunity. While she's always sensed a level of attraction between them it was something Kai and Wren ignored for professional reasons because their jobs tend to overlap. When bodies with missing organs begin to show up at the morgue, Wren worries her first job as a forensic pathologist is colliding with her part-time job as a monster tracker. Then the unthinkable happens: a friend is murdered, intertwining Wren and Kai even more, taking them on a journey to solve the case. Can Wren find her family while juggling a possible relationship, solving murders, and tracking monsters? Or will she perish when the things that go bump come for her?"

Dani M. Ward (Author), J.R. Yussuf, Mieko Gavia (Narrator)

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Poetry Is Not a Luxury

"From the creator of the beloved @PoetryIsNotaLuxury Instagram account, a gorgeously wrought poetry anthology that is a gift and a guide for readers through every season of life. Inspired by writer and philosopher Audre Lorde's famous claim 'Poetry is not a luxury', this anthology proves the vitality of poetry as a crucial source of inspiration, comfort and delight. In the first section, Summer, you'll find lush landscapes and love poems for weddings and anniversaries, alongside poems on travel, protest and expressions of sheer joy and exhilaration. Autumn ushers in nostalgic poems about home and family and friendship, fall leaves, nesting and gratitude. You may turn to Winter should you require a poem for mourning, some lyrics for loneliness or an ode to comfort. Rounding out a year's worth of verse is Spring, in which you'll discover celebratory poems, in the form of praise for rain and flowers, new beginnings and all that the future might hold. Each poem within has been chosen from centuries of verse from around the world, with an emphasis on living poets. Friends old and new await, with selections from Rita Dove, Victoria Chang, Ross Gay, Naomi Shihab Nye, C.D. Wright, Eileen Myles, Ada Limón, Ilya Kaminsky, Jos Charles and more. From love poems to elegies, from the heights of new love to the furrows of anxiety, from special occasions to a morning pick-me-up, there is something here for longtime poetry lovers and novices, in any season of need."

Anonymous (Author), André Santana, Jensen Olaya, Mieko Gavia (Narrator)

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The Book of Cin: The Stories, Book 1

"If you believe in the Gods, pray now. Their protection ends here. At Asrai's Academy for Orphans, Hyacinth stands at a crossroads, torn between the safety of the only home she has ever known and leaving it all behind for a chance at a new life—for freedom. When a mysterious messenger appears, whispering rumors of a God among Fae, everything Hyacinth thought she knew about the Realms comes crashing down. Thrust into a deadly game of power and greed, Hyacinth discovers dormant magic within her that may hold the key to survival—or mark her for death. With her friends beside her, Hyacinth must navigate through murderous realms of vicious creatures, lethal betrayals, and prophecies of old. Secrets unravel, bonds are tested, and romance decays and blossoms amidst the looming promise of war. As alliances shift and enemies close in, her only hope lies in reaching the fabled safe haven of Locdragoon—but reaching it may cost her everything she loves. The Book of Cin is a high fantasy tale of love, loss, and the enduring power of friendship. Embark on an epic adventure where courage meets destiny—and magic, sacrifice, and hope are the threads that bind us."

H. M. Wolfe (Author), Mieko Gavia (Narrator)

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Someplace Generous: An Inclusive Romance Anthology

"Generous Press is a new kind of romance imprint. Someplace Generous—a vibrantly diverse and inclusive anthology of romantic short stories—can be described in one word: yes. Featuring stories by award-winning poets like Richard Siken, Rachel McKibbens, and Brionne Janae; acclaimed fiction writers like Temim Fruchter, Corinne Manning, and Max Delsohn; and popular thinkers like Jessica P. Pryde, Someplace Generous presents voices largely new to the genre of romance, each bringing a fresh take on what it means to tell a love story. This first book from Generous Press, a new imprint committed to changing the face of romance genre-fiction, is a collection of twenty-two never-before-published stories about joy, passion, and generous consent."

Amber Flame, Elaina Ellis (Author), Carolina Hoyos, Dani Muñoz, Jennifer Pickens, Mieko Gavia, Percy Blythe, Si Chen, Torian Brackett (Narrator)

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Alight

"Alicia Powell Torres is sick of her joyless career, in a town full of painful memories. She wants to seize life again and she won't get that by staying still. It's time for a big change, and Brooklyn seems like the right place for a fresh start. Gathering her courage, she begins the arduous process of selling her family home and leaving her past behind. But before she can pack everything up, her childhood friend and neighbor Gabo returns to town with sexy smiles, his dinner invites, his collection of steamy romance books, and his big...goals. He also brings memories best left in the past. She struggles to keep him at a distance, but he lights her up like no one else ever could. The temptation he offers is impossible to resist and if she doesn't get away soon, she’ll end up hurting him, and herself in the process. Gabriel Miller Garcia has always been cautious, but when he returns to his home town, he bumps into the love of his life, the one that got away. Being around Alicia again has him tempted to take a chance, but a fateful day from their youth threatens his hopes for a bright future together. Losing her again isn't an option, so Gabriel will risk it all to keep Alicia from the bright lights of Brooklyn, but will his rekindling of her fire be too late, or will love light the way to a future together… Content Warning: Parental Death off-page Grief and Mild Depression Convalescent Parent (cancer) on page"

A.H. Cunningham (Author), Mieko Gavia, Winston James (Narrator)

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Audiobooks Narrated by Mieko Gavia

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