Audiobooks narrated by Paul Heitsch

King Noir: The Crime Fiction of Stephen King

"Stephen King has received enormous attention from both the popular press as well as academics seeking to explain the unique phenomenon of his success. Books on King explore his canon in religious contexts, in political and historical contexts, in mythic contexts, in Gothic/horror contexts, and in a wide variety of other contexts appropriate to a writer who has become 'America's Storyteller.' Beginning with a never-published chapter authored by Stephen King himself on the influence of the genre on his own writing, King Noir makes an invaluable contribution to King scholarship by placing King's works in conversation with American crime fiction. In interviews, King has acknowledged his debt to earlier writers in the genre, and he much more often references hard-boiled writers than he does horror writers. One could speculate that King became a writer because of his love of pulpy crime fiction, which he continues to hold in high esteem. From The Dead Zone to Mr. Mercedes, from the crime fiction of his pseudonym Richard Bachman to Holly, King returns obsessively to patterns established by American sleuths of every stripe, paying homage to them at the same time as he innovates on the formulas he has inherited. To focus upon a hard-boiled Stephen King is to discover exciting new avenues for inquiry into one of America's most enduring, and adaptable, storytellers."

Michael J. Blouin, Tony Magistrale (Author), Paul Heitsch (Narrator)

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A Richer Retirement: Supercharging the 4% Rule to Spend More and Enjoy More

"In A Richer Retirement: Supercharging the 4% Rule to Spend More and Enjoy More, entrepreneur, researcher, and financial planner, William P. Bengen, delivers a straightforward, soup-to-nuts guide for maximizing your withdrawals from your investment accounts during your retirement. The author explains how you can draw heavily on your retirement accounts without spending yourself into premature poverty. This book is a comprehensive roadmap to constructing your personal retirement withdrawal plan. You'll learn how to compute a low-risk maximum withdrawal rate so that you can enjoy your retirement savings to the utmost. You'll also discover guidance on why and how to adjust your withdrawals during retirement to help make sure that your accounts last your entire life. You'll also find: ● The eight elements of a comprehensive personal retirement withdrawal plan ● Techniques for selecting your withdrawal rate based on the eight elements, inflation, and stock market valuation ● A template for your withdrawal plan that will help you recognize if you're overspending (or underspending!) and exactly how to address that issue"

William P. Bengen (Author), Paul Heitsch (Narrator)

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Punk's Force: A Novel

"In the electrifying fourth novel of the Punk series, Admiral “Punk” Reichert faces a critical mission that could redefine naval warfare. With the future of the USS Gerald Ford—and the entire aircraft carrier program—hanging in the balance, Punk must prove that America’s pride can defend itself against the most advanced hypersonic missile threats. If he fails, long-range bombers may replace carriers, and the Navy’s legacy will be forever altered. Tasked with Operation Blue Aegis, Punk assembles a formidable team of former squadmates and brilliant engineers to deploy a cutting-edge directed-energy weapon, leveraging the latest in machine learning technology for battlefield supremacy. Yet, as he battles bureaucratic obstacles and personal crises—including his wife’s cancer diagnosis—he soon realizes that a far more sinister plot is unfolding. Enter Justin Wolfe, a ruthless tech magnate whose ambitions stretch from machine learning to supplying drones to terrorist groups. Wolfe’s vendetta against the Navy drives him to orchestrate an elaborate scheme involving a traitor within Punk’s ranks. With the stakes escalating, Wolfe will stop at nothing to see the Ford sunk, believing it will usher in a new era where technology reigns supreme over traditional military might. As tensions rise, Punk’s team grapples with internal conflicts and the shocking murder of a young engineer, heightening suspicion and anxiety. With only one directed-energy weapon at his disposal, Punk fights to maintain focus and morale among his team as they prepare for the test of a lifetime. On the day of the operation, chaos erupts as Wolfe hacks the Air Force’s systems to launch live hypersonic missiles at the Ford. The Navy and Air Force engage in a high-stakes showdown off the California coast, pitting the best pilots against the clock. In a heart-pounding race against time, Punk must rely on his leadership and the unwavering spirit of his team to counter a barrage of missiles that threaten to annihilate everything they’ve worked for. Punk’s Force is a gripping tale of loyalty, betrayal, and the relentless pursuit of excellence. As Punk navigates the storm of treachery and innovation, he learns that in the face of unprecedented threats, it is the human connection and teamwork that ultimately lead to victory. Join Punk and his allies in this thrilling installment, where every decision can mean the difference between survival and destruction, and the future of naval warfare hangs by a thread. Will they rise to the occasion and secure their legacy, or will they be lost to the tides of technology? The answer awaits in Punk’s Force."

Tony Peak, Ward Carroll (Author), Paul Heitsch (Narrator)

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Splicer Legacy

"The cure to the Rot may save the galaxy—or destroy it. As the mysterious Rot devours worlds, the Ranger Corps is losing its fight to protect the Accord's citizens. Now an even greater threat looms: Hrawnor Deg, a ruthless criminal mastermind, is on the verge of unlocking Omnipotent—an ancient technology with the rumored power to rewrite life itself. Fin and the crew of the Black Sheep are all that stand between Deg and godlike power. Racing across the stars with his unique team—including Audrey, an AI whose curiosity matches her combat skills—Fin forges dangerous alliances with revolutionaries, religious zealots, and even fellow Rangers who might literally bite his head off. But while he expects death-defying space combat, dangerous back-stabbing alien civilizations, and an inordinate number of ridiculous questions from Audrey, he isn’t ready for the impossible choices he must make. The balance of life and death is closer to Fin’s control than he can ever imagine. In a universe where everyone wants to play God, no one’s ready for the consequences. Book 6 of this rollicking sci-fi adventure from Anthony J. Melchiorri. It's perfect for fans of JN Chaney, MR Forbes, and Hitchhiker's Guide to the Galaxy."

Anthony J. Melchiorri (Author), Paul Heitsch (Narrator)

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Primal Echo

"Unearthing the past could destroy the future. Fin Brooks races against time itself. When the Rot spreads to an Accord-protected planet, Yormanth, Ranger Fin Brooks and the ragtag Black Sheep crew plunge into action. But what begins as a mission to save one world quickly spirals into an ancient mystery that threatens the entire galaxy. Old criminal rivals are already a step ahead of Fin and the Rangers. They know what lies buried beneath treacherous jungles, prehistoric alien ruins, and deep, subterranean oceans teeming with dangerous secrets. Echoes of the past haunt the galaxy. History threatens to repeat. Battling murderous monsters, outsmarting devious enemies, and somehow keeping his ship—and sanity—intact, Fin must unlock the secrets of a long-lost civilization before it's too late. The fate of worlds hangs in the balance, and failure isn't just death—it's extinction. Book 5 of this rollicking sci-fi adventure from Anthony J. Melchiorri. It's perfect for fans of JN Chaney, MR Forbes, and The Hitchhiker's Guide to the Galaxy."

Anthony J. Melchiorri (Author), Paul Heitsch (Narrator)

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Owls in the Family

"Every child needs to have a pet. No one could argue with that. But what happens when your pet is an owl, and your owl is terrorizing the neighbourhood? In Farley Mowat’s exciting children’s story, a young boy’s pet menagerie—which includes crows, magpies, gophers and a dog—grows out of control with the addition of two cantankerous pet owls. The story of how Wol and Weeps turn the whole town upside down s warm, funny, and bursting with adventure and suspense. This audiobook is expertly read by Paul Heitsch, with audio engineering by Blake Rook. It was produced and published by Echo Point Books & Media, an independent bookseller in Brattleboro, Vermont. Copyright (C) 1961, 1989 by Farley Mowat (P) (2025) Echo Point Books & Media, LLC"

Farley Mowat (Author), Paul Heitsch (Narrator)

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Tales from the Starship Atlantis: A Collection of Science Fiction Stories

"The Starship Atlantis takes you on an unforgettable journey through the extraordinary. From alien civilizations and rogue AI to desperate missions on the brink of collapse, these stories will transport you across the stars into the heart of the unknown. This anthology features six never-before-published novellas and short stories, plus two exclusive bonus tales. Explore epic adventures crafted by eight USA Today and Wall Street Journal bestselling authors, whose works have captivated readers and sold over ten million copies worldwide. Stories Included: “The Return” by Joshua Dalzelle“Locust Twilight” by Steven Konkoly“Hope Springs” by Lindsay Buroker“Glass Lanterns” by Anthony J. Melchiorri“Redwoods” by Nathan Hystad“Starborn” by Jasper T. Scott“Helpful Machines” by Bobby Adair“Knight’s Gambit” by Samuel Peralta"

Anthony J. Melchiorri, Bobby Adair, Chloe Cotter, Jasper T. Scott, Joshua Dalzelle, Lindsay Buroker, Nathan Hystad, Samuel Peralta, Steven Konkoly (Author), Bradford Hastings, Derek Dysart, GM Hakim, Joe Hempel, John Pirhalla, Kate Reading, Paul Heitsch, Phil Thron (Narrator)

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Spectral Prey

"Extinction was just the beginning. Adrift in the dangerous expanse of Outlaw Space, a ghost ship harbors a sinister secret. Its decks, once teeming with life, now lie eerily silent. All have perished, save for a few supposedly extinct alien creatures known as Zephyrs. Fin and the intrepid crew of the Black Sheep take on a perilous mission to retrieve these rare creatures. But they soon discover they are not alone in their pursuit of the ghost ship's treasures. As they navigate the derelict vessel's darkened corridors, they encounter terrifying abominations far deadlier than any endangered beast. The shocking revelation that follows threatens not only the lives of the Black Sheep's valiant crew but the fate of the entire galaxy. Fin must forge an uneasy alliance with an unlikely ally if they’re to survive. From the verdant jungles of a reclusive billionaire's heavily guarded game reserve to a remote mining facility on a planet ravaged by war, Fin and his companions embark on a wild search for answers. Fin's very humanity hangs in the balance against an implacable foe that cannot be reasoned with, only fought. Book 4 of this rollicking sci-fi adventure from Anthony J. Melchiorri. It's perfect for fans of JN Chaney, MR Forbes, and Hitchhiker's Guide to the Galaxy."

Anthony J. Melchiorri (Author), Paul Heitsch (Narrator)

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Task Force 88: The Rescue

"After an attempt by the UPMC to rescue Dr. Dunby fails, there is little hope that she will ever be rescued. Feeling that they failed in their mission at the Battle of Delpha to protect Dr. Dunby, Thomas and Black Squad set out on their own mission. They’ll bring back Dunby or die trying. Finding Dunby in a remote area of Krod, next to a military base, Black Squad’s odds of returning with the doctor diminish with every minute they’re on the enemy planet. Their ship to return home is destroyed, their communications are cut off, and they’re badly outnumbered, leaving them to battle an entire base in order to survive and get off the planet."

BJ Matthews (Author), Paul Heitsch (Narrator)

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Task Force 88: The Raid

"After receiving information that a secret meeting was being held by top Krod officials in the city of Borneo, the UPMC organizes a joint raid to capture them using UPMC soldiers and Task Force Rangers. Though everything goes according to plan at first, the Krod army is waiting for them at every turn. What starts out as a capture mission soon becomes a fight for survival, as Rangers are scattered all over the city, with dwindling ammunition, and defending themselves against overwhelming forces. They must protect their prisoners, who are crucial to ending the Krod war, and hope that a UPMC convoy will come along before it’s too late."

BJ Matthews (Author), Paul Heitsch (Narrator)

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Outside Lanes

"Making It To The Games Can Be Murder The trials for the US swimming team to the games in Paris are in full swing when a young swimmer is found dead in the pool. It looks like suicide, but as detectives investigate, Miami Jones is drawn into the defense of the team's star athlete. Miami learns of a bizarre death of another swimmer eight years ago that might be linked, and might put his almost client in the crosshairs. But before he can defend a troubled hero, he must discover whether the young man has anything to do with either death. And the more he looks, the worse it gets."

A.J. Stewart (Author), Paul Heitsch (Narrator)

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One Last Song: Conversations on Life, Death, and Music

"An ironically upbeat book that asks some of today's most inimitable musicians which song they would choose to be the last one they ever hear If you could choose the last song you'd hear before you died, what would it be and why? Your favorite song of all time? Perhaps the one you danced to at your wedding? The song from that time you got super stoned and just let the chords speak to you? It's a hard question that Mike Ayers has thought about for years. In One Last Song, Ayers invites thirty musicians to consider what song they would each want to accompany them to those pearly white gates. Weaving together their explanations with evocative illustrations and poignant interludes—what your song to die to says about you, what songs famous people have died to, and more. The book offers insight into the minds of famous artists and provides an entry point for considering how integral music is to our own personal narratives."

Mike Ayers (Author), Paul Heitsch (Narrator)

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Audiobooks Narrated by Paul Heitsch