Audiobooks narrated by Ozzie Jacobs

"This heart-pounding Southern gothic horror debut from Beatrice Winifred Iker, takes readers to Bricksbury University, the oldest and most storied HBCU in the nation. But as one student is about to find out, a long history comes with a legacy of secrets. Zora Robinson is an ambitious grad student in her dream program, Appalachian Studies, at Bricksbury University. When her thesis advisor hands her a strange diary and suggests she research the local folklore about a beast roaming the woods surrounding campus, Zora finds a community uneager to talk to an outsider. As she delves into the history of the beast, she uncovers a rumored secret society called the Keepers that has tenuous ties to the beast…and Bricksbury itself. Zora soon finds herself plagued by visions of the past, and her grip on reality starts to slip as she struggles to uncover what is real and what is folklore. But when a student goes missing, Zora starts to wonder if the Keepers ever really disbanded. There's something in the woods and it has its eyes on Zora."

Beatrice Winifred Iker (Author), Ozzie Jacobs (Narrator)

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The Girl's Body Book: Everything You Need to Know for a Healthy, Happy YOU!

"The #1 bestselling Girl's Body Book includes everything you need to know about growing up, even the embarrassing stuff. The newly updated fifth edition provides advice for parents and addresses questions a pre-teen girl may have while maturing through puberty and starting her period. 'What is happening to my body?' 'How do I fit in?' 'Why is everything different?' These questions, along with others, leave pre-teen girls feeling confused and parents wondering what to do next. From periods to peer pressure, puberty is hard! The newly updated fifth edition of The Girl's Body Book helps prepare young girls and their parents for the ups and downs of puberty, middle school, and everything in between. This guide for pre-teen girls addresses issues like changing bodies, personal hygiene, self-confidence, leadership, school safety and #MeToo. This updated fifth edition book for girls is expanded to include topics like: - Cyberbullying and internet safety - Emotional health, mindfulness, and self-esteem - Stress management - Personal boundaries, communication, and consent - Sports and leadership - and more The Girl's Body Book helps prepare girls for puberty and beyond by giving them age appropriate information, tools, tips, and tricks to take care of themselves and grow up in a healthy environment. Kelli Dunham, RN, BSN is a nurse, a comedian, and author of three other books: How to Survive and Maybe Even Love Nursing School, How to Survive and Maybe Even Love Your Life as a Nurse, and The Boy's Body Book: Everything You Need to Know for Growing Up You. Additional resources can be found in the audiobook companion PDF download."

Kelli Dunham (Author), Ozzie Jacobs (Narrator)

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Personal Finance For Teens For Dummies

"In Personal Finance For Teens For Dummies, a team of celebrated financial educators walks you through how to handle your money so you can keep your debt low (or pay it off, if you've already got some), invest intelligently, and build the future you've always dreamed about. This is the go-to guide for any young person who gets anxious whenever they think about how they're going to make ends meet, pay for school, or save for their future. You'll explore everything from how to responsibly manage your first credit card to tips for buying your first car and finding scholarships to reduce your tuition. You'll also find: strategies for creating a budget you can stick to and setting goals for saving and investing; explanations of how insurance—including car insurance—works, and how you can save money and time when you buy it; and much more! So, whether you've got a teen in your life who could use a helping hand and a head start on managing their money—or you are that teen—Personal Finance For Teens For Dummies will show you the financial ropes in an easy-to-understand way."

Athena Valentine Lent, Mykail James (Author), Ozzie Jacobs (Narrator)

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The Athlete's NIL Playbook: The Complete Guide to Owning and Profiting from Your Name, Image, and Li

"The definitive guide for athletes to understand and earn from name, image, and likeness (NIL) rights The first comprehensive guide designed to help college, high school, and youth athletes navigate the name, image, and likeness (NIL) rights they've gained since 2021, The Athlete's NIL Playbook walks listeners through NIL rules, opportunities, and red flags, showing them how to build a personal brand, find deals, reach out to companies, and negotiate terms. Along with real-life examples, exercises, and pitch templates, this book includes case studies from college and high school athletes who have successfully navigated this burgeoning market: the Cavinder Twins, Olivia Dunne, Travis Hunter, Chase Griffin, Emily Cole, and many more. Written by Kristi Dosh, a seasoned sports business reporter and founder of a nationally-recognized news platform covering the business of college sports, this book covers aspects of NIL including the types of opportunities available (social media marketing, lessons, camps/clinics, merchandise, personal appearances, and more); whether you need an agent or not, and how to find the right one if you do; and working with third parties like collectives and marketplaces and protecting/registering your own intellectual property."

Kristi Dosh (Author), Ozzie Jacobs (Narrator)

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Starrily

"From the moment she first met him, Callie knew that Simon Montague was a dead man walking. From rock-climbing to wing-suiting, the infuriatingly charismatic tech CEO lives every moment of his life like it might be his last—and given his packed schedule of adrenaline-fueled adventures, Callie calculated that statistically, one would be soon enough. In order to secure funding for her groundbreaking work in astrophysics, Callie must work with Simon—and as much as she tries to resist it, the shy and play-it-safe scientist soon finds herself warming to his outgoing personality and thirst for life—the kind she had long since buried away. But when the promise of a kiss is interrupted by Callie witnessing Simon literally flicker from existence, even her logical, rational mind struggles to find a scientific explanation. She learns that a supernatural phenomenon is threatening to tear Simon from reality itself—and only by facing her own dark and traumatic past can Callie learn what she needs to save the life of the man she's reluctantly developed feelings for."

Kate Serzenta (Author), Eric Michael Summerer, Ozzie Jacobs (Narrator)

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Nutrition and Diet in Health: Principles and Applications

"Nutrition and diet play a crucial role in sustaining good health throughout human lives. Food provides us with essential nutrients involved in many physiological activities and biological processes in the body, including growth and development, metabolism, immune function, and overall well-being. Nutrition and Diet in Health: Principles and Applications reviews and discusses the issues related to the roles of nutrition and diet in human health and diseases. The book contains two sections—one section features principles, the other, covers applications. Part I provides information on sustainable use of nutrition and diets in health and diseases; advanced biotechnological approaches to improve nutritional content of food; trace elements in nutrition; drug and nutrient interactions; functional foods and nutraceuticals in health maintenance; and biomarkers of functional foods and nutraceuticals in health maintenance. Part II discusses the significance of nutrition in selected human diseases, including cardiovascular diseases, cancer, infection, neurodegenerative diseases, and metabolic comorbidities. It also discusses optimal nutrition for wellness, fitness, pregnancy, mental health, aging, and longevity. Nutrition and Diet in Health is suitable for academia and scientists, enhances knowledge of students in healthcare and areas of biological sciences."

TBD (Author), Ozzie Jacobs (Narrator)

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A Match for a Bubbly Bride

"Can the skilled matchmakers of Ella Pointe help a melancholic widower with a vivacious little girl rediscover love? Or will his intended love slip away into the arms of an alluring yet perilous charlatan? Piper As the governess for a guarded widower, I am faced with the daunting task of warming a heart that has deliberately grown cold, isolating him from the vibrant life beyond his walls. Were it not for his enchanting and spirited daughter, I may have sought employment elsewhere. Yet, I am resolute to stay on the picturesque Whale Island, nurturing a blossoming romance with the local schoolmaster and hoping it culminates in a bond of marriage. If it signifies securing a stable home at last, I am willing to endure every storm, even the exasperating presence of Hudson Tutheridge. Hudson My beautiful governess has wrought a miraculous transformation in my daughter, evolving her from tempestuous to delightful. The untimely loss of my wife had compelled me to fortify my heart, yet witnessing this metamorphosis stirs a question within me—could there be room for Piper in my life beyond her duties as a governess? Journey back in time with Tess Thompson's bestselling historical romantic family saga's sixth installment, promising a heartwarming tale of a stoic hero and his effervescent counterpart. This clean, wholesome romance brims with love, hope, and the age-old charm of finding home in the most unexpected places."

Tess Thompson (Author), Matt Godfrey, Ozzie Jacobs (Narrator)

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I Came to Slay: The Black Girl's Guide to Conquering Every Battle

"Instead of surviving, you can be thriving with Elizabeth Leiba's manifesto that is full of practical and empowering advice. Prioritize your peace of mind. Black women deal with devaluing challenges too often. Yet there can be a way to face them head-on while helping yourself heal and grow stronger. That is why I Came to Slay is a motivational book for black women you won't want to miss. Covering strategies on conquering boundaries, harmful labels, and more, you'll find many ways to take action and emerge victorious. Flourish with the power of sisterhood. What many don't realize about loving yourself is that you don't have to be alone. I Came to Slay explores how you'll have the power of community of fellow Black women wherever you go. Each chapter is shaped by others' experiences, with similar battles and victories that will inspire you. Inside, advocate and author Elizabeth Leiba offers the inside scope on slaying your way through life, such as: ● Why you should empower your bodily autonomy from the little things to big medical decisions ● Effective techniques for recovery and growing your confidence ● How financial independency is the foundation for feeling powerful"

Elizabeth Leiba (Author), Ozzie Jacobs (Narrator)

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That's How They Get You: An Unruly Anthology of Black American Humor

"From the Thurber Prize-winning author of What Doesn't Kill You Makes You Blacker comes a pioneering collection of Black humor from some of the most acclaimed writers and performers at work today A critic explores the paradox of finding community in "the dozens" while grieving. A violent town ritual causes an all-too-familiar moral panic. An email thread between friends on why we need an updated Green Book but for public toilets. All across the nation, "Karens" become illegal overnight. These are just a few of the hilarious worlds contained in Damon Young's groundbreaking anthology featuring the best, funniest, and Blackest essays, short stories, letters, and rants. With words that roast, ignite, and burn while connecting to and coalescing around a singular thesis, That's How They Get You emphasizes how and why Black American humor is uniquely transfixing. This is a mixture of not just observational anxieties and stream-of-consciousness lucidities but also acute political clarity about America. Edited and with an introduction by Damon Young, the critically acclaimed author of What Doesn't Kill You Makes You Blacker, the collection features new material from an all-star roster of contributors, including Hanif Abdurraqib, Mahogany L. Browne, Wyatt Cenac, Kiese Laymon, Deesha Philyaw, Roy Wood Jr., and Nicola Yoon."

Damon Young (Author), André Santana, Cary Hite, Chanté McCormick, Damon Young, Deanna Anthony, Jaime Lincoln Smith, Janina Edwards, Je Nie Fleming, Ozzie Jacobs, Ryan Vincent Anderson (Narrator)

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Minecraft Journey to the Ancient City

"Jump back into the Overworld with the next blockbuster Minecraft novel, Journey to the Ancient City. An official Minecraft adventure! Opal has almost done it all – fighting monsters, protecting people from pillagers and even defeating the legendary Ender Dragon! But that’s all in the past. Now, Opal has hung up their adventuring hat and is living the life of a happy crafter, far more likely to build you a bed than fight a Wither. In fact, Opal has decided that their time is best spent building their Dream Manor outside the very village that displays the Ender Dragon Skull they brought back from the End! Meanwhile, Opal’s sister, Lisa, is beginning her own unique journey. She’s ready to be a hero. Just ask her. Or don’t … She’ll tell you anyway. She knows every single story ever told about her sibling, and probably a few other heroes as well. She has always admired her sister, Opal, but now it’s her turn to have an adventure! And that adventure might be bigger than she could ever have imagined. One day, a travelling adventure named Braun arrives in town, claiming to know how to defeat a Warden – a fearsome mob that not even Opal has defeated. Lisa jumps at the chance to join Braun on his epic quest, and Opal reluctantly agrees to accompany the duo – only to protect their sister, of course. But along the way, Opal might just rediscover their love of adventure, and realize that it’s even more fun when someone else is there to share in the story …"

Danny Lore (Author), Amber Dekkers, Kevin R. Free, Ozzie Jacobs (Narrator)

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The Fool's Guide to Tarot: A No-Nonsense Guide to Tarot Reading and Understanding Tarot Card Meaning

"Are you tired of the usual spiritual fluff that fills so many tarot books? This guide is for those who want to master tarot cards without the mystical mumbo jumbo. It's a relatable, straight-talking approach to tarot reading, perfect for beginners and anyone looking to deepen their practice. Who is The Fool, you ask? It's you—and the sometimes less-than-smart decisions you make on your life's journey. This book brings tarot to life, teaching you how to read the cards with confidence, all while offering snippets of self-help wisdom along the way. Written by a black woman who knows the struggle of finding relatable spiritual content, this book breaks down barriers and makes tarot accessible to everyone. With this book, you'll find: practical guidance on how to read tarot cards with confidence and clarity, whether you're a complete tarot cards beginner or looking to refine your skills; a fresh, relatable perspective from an author who challenges the stereotypes of spiritual books for women, making tarot reading accessible and down-to-earth; and a unique voice in the tarot community, offering a rare and much-needed perspective as one of the few black women authors in the field. If you liked Guided Tarot, The Ultimate Guide to Tarot, or Faeries and Magical Creatures, you'll love The Fool's Guide to Tarot."

Mystic Rainn (Author), Ozzie Jacobs (Narrator)

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Mena's Plight

"Mena is happy with her lifestyle in Orlando, Florida since leaving home after high school graduation. She shares an apartment with a friend, Weija, whom she met on answering her advertisement for a roommate. They seem to get along very well. Mena works for a convenience store and gas station chain. Weija works for a sports bar franchise, plus bartending and food catering jobs parttime. Mena turned twenty-one this year. Weija is older but they both like a lot of the same things. On Friday night’s they go out to their favorite club, Parades, where they enjoy line dancing. It’s where Mena met her boyfriend, Madez Perez, within the first six months out of high school and has been with him ever since. Sitting in her car Friday night, she dreams of Madez and his henchmen carrying out an attack on a gang of pill-pushers in his territory and she is frightened. In the pass, she’d told him she had a dream about him attacking one of his men, and he got angry and beat her. He’d threatened to kill her if she told anyone. Mena lives with Weija during the week—Monday through Thursday—and weekends—Friday through Sunday—she stays with her boyfriend, Madez. He, is more than twice her age. He takes her out for dinner on occasion and out of the country. She believes he helps her live a better life. In time, she discovers he is a drug boss in the underbelly of society, but she thinks he’s good to her, when she stays on his good side and does what he says. Mena tells Weija about her latest dinner date with Madez on Sunday and she decides to have her boyfriend, Cecil, take her to see what’s going on at the Eatonville supper club. On Sunday evening, Mena goes with Madez for dinner at his regular eat-out place in Eatonville. He hasn’t said what’s special about the occasion, but he is very attentive to her. She loves him deeply and is mesmerized by his attention inside the club. When she senses someone rush up behind her, before she can see what is happening, she’s attacked…"

Moody L. Hammond (Author), Ozzie Jacobs (Narrator)

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Audiobooks Narrated by Ozzie Jacobs