Audiobooks narrated by Suzie Althens

When the Journey Hurts: Finding Meaning in Suffering for Heart, Mind, and Soul

"Transform Your Suffering with Tools from Theology, Psychology, and Spiritual Formation We don’t like pain. So, we find creative ways to go around it. We try to ignore, minimize, or deny our suffering, but we're still left hurting. Drawing on six years of research, When the Journey Hurts untangles common misconceptions about suffering, instead helping you find meaning in it. The authors integrate theology, psychology, and spiritual formation to provide actionable steps and tools that teach you how to suffer well in relationship with God and others. This book introduces seven key practices to help you uncover meaning in your suffering, equipping you to engage with suffering in a healthy, faithful way: identifying with Christ's suffering; lament; surrender; forgiveness; fratitude; memento mori (remembering our mortality); and weaving our story of suffering into God's story. Rather than diminishing the weight of your pain, this book is designed to help you transform suffering into an opportunity for spiritual growth and deeper connection with God. With When the Journey Hurts, you'll find that your pain can lead you closer to Jesus."

Jason McMartin, Kelly M. Kapic, M. Elizabeth Lewis Hall (Author), Suzie Althens (Narrator)

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Tethered to Hope: The Quiet Kindness of God in Crisis, Change, and the Spaces in Between

"When the initial shock waves begin to settle after a job loss, a diagnosis, a relationship breakdown, a season of grief or intense change, or a jarring shift in faith or identity, we find ourselves in the crisis after the crisis—the aftermath of whatever it is that has splayed our hearts wide open. These lonely, liminal spaces between who we were and who we're becoming are disorienting and confusing. It can be hard to hold on to hope when our bearings feel illusive. But crises aren't just events that happen to us; they are catalysts—turning points—that happen around and within us, demanding we grow into a new version of ourselves. There is worth to be found in these liminal spaces, but we have to pause long enough to absorb what the middle actually is—put some language around it, locate ourselves within it, and orient ourselves to its disposition and ambition. In the exhausting tension between here and there where pain and confusion feel loud, Adriel Booker helps you perceive God's quiet kindness that has been there all along, hidden in plain sight on the underside of crisis, change, and all the spaces in between. Adriel lights a candle in your darkness and companions you as you adjust to the low light and begin to apprehend the reality that you're already tethered to hope—even when you feel anything but."

Adriel Booker (Author), Suzie Althens (Narrator)

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Death by Chocolate Ladyfingers

"This fun new story from a rising star of culinary cozies is just what your sweet mystery tooth is craving. The Chocolate Moose Bakeshop and its irresistible pastries are as delicious and delightful as the fourth installment in the Death By Chocolate series by Sarah Graves. As co–owners of Eastport’s beloved waterfront bakery, the Chocolate Moose, Jake and Ellie know their customers expect them to cream the competition at the town’s annual Cookie Baking Contest. But they’re really just in it for fun, hoping to get Jake’s daughter–in–law baking again. Those plans collapse when fearsome local curmudgeon Alvin Carter is murdered, and every crumb of evidence points to Tiptree family friend—and all–around sweet guy—Billy Breyer. Billy’s sisters beg Jake and Ellie to prove his innocence. After all, lots of folks had gone sour on Alvin, whose popularity ranked somewhere between a toothache and the plague. But just as the ladies begin sifting through the suspects, a series of grass fires blaze across the island, threatening catastrophe. Now, Jake and Ellie will need all their courage—and an extra dash of that downeast Maine stubbornness—to sniff out the real killer before anyone else gets burned . . . Includes a Recipe!"

Sarah Graves (Author), Suzie Althens (Narrator)

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My Journey of Light With Dr. David R. Hawkins: Life and Lessons with My Husband and Teacher

"An intimate behind-the-scenes look at life with Hawkins's husband and spiritual teacher, Dr. David R. Hawkins, offering an authentic portrait of love, partnership, and spiritual truth. In this inspiring and intimate memoir, Susan Hawkins offers a rare behind-the-scenes look at life with her beloved husband and spiritual teacher, Dr. David R. 'Doc' Hawkins. As his closest collaborator, confidante, and constant companion, Susan shares a heartfelt and humorous account of their journey together-at home, on the road, and on the spiritual path they walked side by side. Whether they were hosting seminars, engaging with students, or simply enjoying quiet moments together, Susan was always by David's side, and he was never on stage without her. Through a rich tapestry of personal stories, insightful reflections, and candid observations, Susan paints a portrait of a man revered by many, yet deeply human and profoundly loving in everyday life. "A lot of people are one way in public and another way at home, but not Dave," she writes. "He was the same kind, wise, funny, and loving man, whether he was on stage or at home." With refreshing authenticity and warmth, Susan invites readers into their world-not just the teachings and public appearances, but also the private moments of laughter, learning, and unconditional love. Her storytelling is down-to-earth and full of heart, making this a unique gem in the realm of spiritual literature. Whether you're familiar with Dr. Hawkins' work or discovering it through Susan's eyes, this book offers a moving tribute to a remarkable partnership and a powerful reminder of the transformative power of love and truth."

Susan Hawkins (Author), Suzie Althens (Narrator)

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All Booked Up

"When preserving precious memories means welcoming unexpected changes, Riva finds that her heart has room for so much more than she imagined. Widowed empty nester Riva Owen lives in the Victorian house that's been in her family for three generations, but finances have become a challenge she can no longer ignore. Her daughter is pushing her to move, and after considering all her options, Riva knows selling would be the smartest course. But she just can't bring herself to leave decades of memories—and her cherished library filled with hundreds of books. When she pursues an alternative—opening her home to women like her who need a room to rent—Riva is unprepared for the mix of personalities and peculiarities of her new housemates. She is even more unprepared for Marcus, the handsome and handy older brother of one of her new tenants. The possibility of finding love again feels overwhelming, even as her tenants seem to have romantic schemes of their own. Warm your heart with a story of found family, book lovers, and a second chance at love. A heartwarming contemporary romance featuring a bookish widow finding a second chance at love. This small-town rom-com about new beginnings makes a perfect read for your book club."

Melody Carlson (Author), Suzie Althens (Narrator)

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Miss Beth Bettencourt: A Bynum, Georgia Novel

"It's 1962, and twenty-seven-year-old Beth Bettencourt's world is turned upside down when she wakes to hear a man snoring in her house. She's alone; her parents are in Europe mending their hearts after the unexpected death of Beth's twin sister, Elise. Back at home in Bynum, Georgia, Beth tends to her kindergarten and closely guards her own heart. While beautiful and a beloved member of the community, Beth is an unusual specimen for her time as she nears thirty and remains unmarried. Beth harbors deep-seated unforgiveness against Elise, who excelled over Beth throughout their childhood and then ran off with Beth's beau after being jilted herself. Not only that, but she took their grandmother's ring, which had been promised to Beth."

Eva Marie Everson (Author), Suzie Althens (Narrator)

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The Cloister Walk

"A NEW YORK TIMES BESTSELLER AND NEW YORK TIMES NOTABLE BOOK OF THE YEAR 'Vivid, compelling... An embrace of moral and spiritual contemplation.' –The New York Times 'A remarkable piece of writing. If read with humility and attention, Kathleen Norris's book becomes lectio divina, or holy reading.' –The Boston Globe From the iconic author of Amazing Grace: A Vocabulary of Faith, a spiritual journey that brings joy to the meanings of love, grace and faith. Why would a married woman with a thoroughly Protestant background and often more doubt than faith be drawn to the ancient practice of monasticism, to a community of celibate men whose days are centered on a rigid schedule of prayer, work, and scripture? This is the question that poet Kathleen Norris asks us as, somewhat to her own surprise, she found herself on two extended residencies at St. John's Abbey in Minnesota. Part record of her time among the Benedictines, part meditation on various aspects of monastic life, The Cloister Walk demonstrates, from the rare perspective of someone who is both an insider and outsider, how immersion in the cloistered world-- its liturgy, its ritual, its sense of community-- can impart meaning to everyday events and deepen our secular lives. In this stirring and lyrical work, the monastery, often considered archaic or otherworldly, becomes immediate, accessible, and relevant to us, no matter what our faith may be. This audiobook is expertly read by Suzie Althens, with audio engineering by Logan Nyman. It was produced and published by Echo Point Books & Media, LLC, an independent bookseller in Brattleboro, Vermont."

Kathleen Norris (Author), Suzie Althens (Narrator)

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Nutrition Essentials for Mental Health, Second Edition: A Complete Guide to the Food-Mood Connection

"Diet is a crucial component of a client's clinical profile. Few therapists, however, have any nutritional training, and many don't know where to begin. This practical guide untangles the complex relationship between what we eat and the way we think, feel, and interact with the world. Nutrition Essentials for Mental Health offers the principles and practices necessary to provide your clients with nutritional counseling for improved mood and mental health. Professionals are given tools like nutritional assessment templates for every client's unique needs and history, as well as diet and supplement recommendations based on diagnosis, psychotropic deprescribing timelines, and more. In this thoroughly updated second edition, listeners will find new nutrient-dense recipes, the therapeutic benefits of psychobiotics, the influence of nutrition on mitochondrial functions, and updated research on the role of nutrition for mood disorders, anxiety, dementia, and other mental health concerns. The book's phase-based steps will allow clinicians to implement nutritional therapies into any kind of clinical practice, providing your clients with more effective, integrative treatment."

Leslie Korn (Author), Suzie Althens (Narrator)

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The Good Life: Helen and Scott Nearing's Sixty Years of Self-Sufficient Living

"This one-volume edition of Living the Good Life and Continuing the Good Life brings these classics on rural homesteading together. This couple abandoned the city for a rural life with minimal cash and the knowledge of self-reliance and good health. This audiobook is expertly read by Suzie Althens, with audio engineering by Katie Jackson. It was produced and published by Echo Point Books & Media, an independent bookseller in Brattleboro, Vermont. Preface copyright (c) 1989 by Helen Nearing. Living the Good Life copyright (c) 1970 by Schocken Books Inc. Copyright (c) 1954 by Helen Nearing. Copyright renewed 1982 by Helen Nearing. Continuing the Good Life copyright (c) 1979 by Helen Nearing and Scott Nearing. Recorded by arrangement with Schocken Books, an imprint of The Knopf Doubleday Publishing Group, a division of Penguin Random House LLC. (P) 2026 Echo Point Books and Media LLC."

Helen Nearing, Scott Nearing (Author), Suzie Althens (Narrator)

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When a Loved One Is Dying: Conversations About Care, Connection, and Coping

"A compassionate guide to navigating the emotional and practical realities of supporting a loved one at life’s end. When faced with a loved one’s serious illness, many families find themselves overwhelmed, uncertain, and afraid. In this compassionate guide, hospice nurse and educator Maureen Groden, RN, offers a sympathetic and deeply human glimpse into one of life’s most challenging passages. Groden shares true stories of families navigating the final chapter of a loved one’s life to explain the universal emotions, decisions, and realizations that emerge during the dying process. Listeners meet families like their own—grappling with fear, love, sorrow, and strength—while learning how the health care system works when a family member is seriously ill, what decisions they may need to make, and how to care for their loved ones. These powerful accounts offer expert guidance and practical insights that help readers prepare for what lies ahead. Groden provides clarity and comfort while explaining symptom management, hospice services, and the subtle, poignant ways that families and loved ones can say goodbye. This thoughtful guide invites listeners to see that although death brings undeniable sorrow, it can also deepen bonds, cultivate resilience, and offer moments of profound beauty. This book is a steady, reassuring companion for anyone facing the uncertainties of end-of-life care—an essential resource for families seeking understanding, courage, and peace."

Maureen Groden (Author), Suzie Althens (Narrator)

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All the Cozy Christmas Feels: These Are a Few of Our Favorite Things

"All the Cozy Christmas Feels celebrates the joy of Christmas, offering humorous and poignant anecdotes along with tips on ways to enjoy the holiday and get into the spirit of the season by reaching out to others. Listeners will find fun and creative ways to make the season bright for families, friends, and the less fortunate in chapters like 'O Come All Ye Fruitcakes,' 'Taking the Bah out of Humbug,' and 'You'll Go Down in His Story.' Includes fun stories, trivia, delicious recipes, and an extensive holiday movie guide to inspire and equip listeners to celebrate the season in fun, creative ways."

Laura Jensen Walker (Author), Suzie Althens (Narrator)

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The Secret World of Denisovans: The Epic Story of the Ancient Cousins to Sapiens and Neanderthals

"The first book for a general audience to chronicle the epic story of the Denisovans, ancient cousins to Sapiens and Neanderthals, who left traces of their DNA in modern-day humans In December 2010, scientists discovered a fragment of a finger bone in an isolated cave in Siberia. To their surprise, the bone contained neither Homo sapiens nor Neanderthal DNA. The DNA came from a previously unknown species of hominids―the Denisovans―who shared a common ancestor with both Neanderthals and Homo sapiens. This discovery reshaped everything we thought we knew about the “out of Africa” theory. Scientists initially believed that Homo erectus inhabited much of Asia, but looking at Denisovan fossils and the genealogy of native populations in the Philippines reveals that the Denisovans made up a vast population, occupying much of East Asia and Oceania. But who were the Denisovans? How did they live? What did they look like? Paleoanthropologist Silvana Condemi and science journalist François Savatier tell the Denisovans’ story in The Secret World of Denisovans. Leading us through the excavation of Denisova cave, the sequencing of the Denisovan genome, and recent research on Denisovan fossils, Condemi and Savatier uncover how the Denisovans migrated to Asia, who they interacted with along the way, and why traces of Denisovan DNA can be found in modern-day humans. By studying the story of the Denisovans, we can better understand how humans evolved and populated the globe―and how we are more closely related to our prehistoric ancestors than we might think."

François Savatier, Silvana Condemi (Author), Suzie Althens (Narrator)

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