Audiobooks narrated by Tony Roberts

The Normal Heart: The Broadway Benefit Reading

"The landmark play by one of the most influential playwrights of our time -- Larry Kramer's The Normal Heart, recorded live in a benefit staged Broadway reading at the height of the AIDS epidemic, can now be heard on digital audio for the very first time. All author and performer fees and royalties donated to Broadway Cares/Equity Fights AIDS. The Normal Heart, Larry Kramer's explosive drama of the early years of the AIDS epidemic, first opened to thunderous critical acclaim at New York City's Public Theater in April, 1985. Eight years later, as the plague raged on, a group of the stage's most celebrated talents joined forces in a benefit reading of the play to raise money and awareness in the ongoing fight against AIDS. Their performance is now Broadway legend—a one-night-only union of hearts and voices raised in anguish, anger and love that electrified the standing-room-only audience and confirmed once more the fiery brilliance of Kramer's landmark play. A searing drama about public and private indifference to the AIDS plague and one man's lonely fight to awaken the world to the crisis, The Normal Heart follows Ned Weeks, a gay activist enraged at the indifference of public officials and the gay community. While trying to save the world from itself, he confronts the personal toll of AIDS as it touches the lives of the people closest to him. This special presentation of the Broadway Benefit Reading of The Normal Heart captures this legendary night of theater forever. From the urgent poignancy of Barbra Streisand's opening remarks, to the incendiary performances of veteran director Jerry Zaks' superb cast, to the spontaneous outpouring of emotion at the final curtain, this is audio drama at its most powerful—an inspiring tribute to the power of theater, and a definitive and profoundly moving performance of one of the most important plays of our time. Original reading produced to benefit the Treatment + Data Committee of ACT UP New York, April 18, 1993, at The Roundabout Theatre by David Binder, David G. O'Connell and James Calleri."

Larry Kramer (Author), Barbra Streisand, D.W. Moffett, David Drake, Eric Bogosian, Harry Hamlin, John Turturro, Jonathan Hadary, Kevin Bacon, Kevin Geer, Stockard Channing, Tony Roberts (Narrator)

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Quiet as Kept

"The saying goes, “Favor ain’t fair.” Well, as far as Xarielle Simpson is concerned, the lack of favor ain’t all that fair, either. Xarielle’s always been a dreamer. Even as a little girl, she spent her free time daydreaming about a life that was much different than the one she was living. She dreamt of a life where mothers stuck around, families were loving, and opportunities to better your situation with dedication and hard work were actually realistic. In her real life … her mother left, her family is toxic, and her job, though she loves it, has her on the fast-track to nowhere. When her best friend tells her about the opportunity to work as a nanny for a wealthy acquaintance in the oceanside town of Jackson Island, Xarielle can’t help but dream about the opportunities. Kept Boudreaux is a wealthy entrepreneur and the single father of two little girls. He never planned to be a single father, but that’s what happens when you’re attracted to what’s familiar. He chose a mother for his children who was exactly like his own mother—a woman who felt stifled and choked by the demands of motherhood. When his precarious childcare situation falls apart, his back is against the wall. His cousin might have a solution. Her best friend is looking to make a change. She might be perfect for the position. Against the backdrop of the beauty and tranquility of Jackson Island, will two people searching for something … different start to see it in each other?"

Tracy Gray (Author), Ebony Ford, Tony Roberts (Narrator)

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The Nanny and the Don

"Steel Gray built his empire from the ground up on control. Jaded by loss and betrayal, he spends most of his time looking for ways to grow his wealth. Love is the last thing on his mind. When Devlan Rose, a tall, free-spirited server with a crown of wild curls and a smile that thaws his cold heart, drops onto his radar, something in him breaks. Devlan Rose thought her life was looking up until the night she lost her job. Dating her former boss seems like a step in the right direction, until she’s kidnapped right out of his house in the middle of the night. She soon realizes that her reclusive captor is more than sexiness cloaked in danger. He’s also the reluctant guardian to his niece and nephew, whom she now has been declared the nanny for. Devlan hated Steel’s guts even before he caused her to lose her job. Now as a prisoner in his home, she’s terrified that her boyfriend’s debt might cost her her life. Except her prison doesn’t exactly feel like a prison. The more time Devlan spends with the mysterious man with scars that run deeper than the eye can see, the less she’s compelled to escape his wrath. Steel isn’t a man who asks for what he wants, he takes it. His plan was never to take the girl, but after being robbed by his best friend, he seizes the opportunity to get what is rightfully his. Now, he’s determined to claim the woman he fell for at first glance."

Tatum James (Author), Lacy Laurel, Tony Roberts (Narrator)

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Holding Down A Cartel King

"Learning the family business is a tradition that is old as time. And while for most families those businesses are usually legal enterprises, the Kings are knee-deep in the boardroom, politics, and the streets. Fraternal twins Khalid and Khalia are opposite as night and day. Khalia is the main enforcer for the family, a true gangstress, while Khalid has political aspirations to run for senator and continue to push the family’s drugs to all the high ranking members of the Senate. All that changes when a deadly incident occurs at one of his campaign events. Meanwhile Khalia is content with dropping bodies first and asking questions later, until she crosses paths with someone who makes her second-guess everything. Keon is the hothead of the family. With four kids and just as many baby mamas, he is never without his share of drama. Still he manages to balance it all until a devastating family secret changes everything for him. Kenya is the youngest of the siblings. Fresh out of high school, she was the only one who wasn’t destined for the drug game. But when Khalid is forced to take the backseat, it is left to her to keep their political connects satisfied. Dutchess, the powerful matriarch of the family, craves money and power. Her husband Kelvin would much rather run the lucrative chain of King Funeral Homes and focus on a legitimate empire. Will their differences force them apart? Meet the King family where no secret is safe and too much money is never enough."

Tiana (Author), Lacy Laurel, Tony Roberts (Narrator)

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A Charming Proposition

"He was the coffee shop CEO. She was the dental hygienist. Nicholas Bowers was the oldest brother of three. He has always been the protector of his siblings. He’s always been quiet and reserved. It took a long time for him to warm up and let people in. Charm Adams was always a ray of sunshine. She always saw the best in people, which was why she ignored every red flag her boyfriend presented. After unfortunate events, Charm stumbles into Bowers Brews, looking for something to ease her broken heart, where she crosses paths with Nicholas. Nicholas is completely enamored by Charm’s beauty. He goes against everything he stands for when he sits at her table. Broken hearts are mended, and souls are tied in this fast-paced romantic tale. Will Nicholas and Charm find their happily ever after, or will the secrets between them be too much to bear?"

Mya (Author), Charlie L. Wood, Tony Roberts (Narrator)

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Trick

"How do you beat a trick at his own game? You become the treat. Amber Halloway is what some would call “forbidden fruit' because she is so stunning. When her father is murdered by the local kingpin's mob, she uses her beauty to her advantage. Step 1: Infiltrate. With the help of her older brother, Dawg, she gets a job at the biggest strip club in the city to gain the attention of the man responsible for killing her father. Step 2: Make him fall in love. Amber just never anticipated that he would be so charming. Step 3: Rob him blind and deliver the same fate as he did her father. Falling for the man she's supposed to hate isn't a part of the plan. When Dawg sees that his sister is hesitating to get the job done, he takes matters into his own hands, not caring whose blood he spills."

Treasure Hernandez (Author), Lacy Laurel, Tony Roberts (Narrator)

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A Loving Heist

"He was the coffee shop manager. She was the mob princess. Nahmir had a reputation for living wild and free in the streets of Houston, Texas. As the youngest Bowers brother, he made his money and slept with whatever woman he wanted. Amora Morris had a reputation of her own. She was a dangerous woman. Her father was the leader of a notorious mob while her brothers were known criminals. Men typically steered clear of her gaze in fear of being the next target of her family. Nahmir was unfamiliar with the Morris Mob, so when Amora enters the coffee shop, he’s none the wiser to the dangers ahead. When the two souls meet, they push each other’s buttons. One eventful night changes the trajectory of both of their lives. Nahmir’s strength is put to the test in this action-packed mafia romance."

Mya (Author), Charlie L. Wood, Tony Roberts (Narrator)

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Under The Influence

"Alanis Kapri is living the American Dream. As the star quarterback of the Carolina Hurricanes, life is luxury. Unfortunately for Alanis, he’s considered the NFL’s problem child. One too many negative press runs have landed his head on the chopping block. He’s been given an ultimatum: clean up his act or be cut from the team. Reluctantly, Alanis agrees to the terms. However, when the team hires him a reputation management consultant, the last person he expected to see was her. My’Elli Love is the best at what she does. The boss attitude and confidence she possesses came after many years of taunting and whispers. Repairing tarnished images comes with ease when you’ve had to repair your own. As the top consultant of Elite Persona Management, difficult clients are her specialty. However, nothing could have prepared her for the moment Alanis Kapri walked into her office. Face to face with a painful part of her past, My’Elli must come to terms with the old feelings that have resurfaced right along with that pain. As she peels back the layers of Alanis's carefully crafted persona, My'Elli finds herself drawn to the man beneath the headline-grabbing antics. Alanis is faced with the challenge of changing his image all while seeking forgiveness from the woman he hurt, and dealing with trauma from many years ago. Beneath the cocky exterior lies a man haunted by his past and struggling to find the true meaning of his success. As Alanis and My'Elli navigate the treacherous waters of love, career, and family trauma, they must learn to trust in themselves and each other. Can they overcome the ghosts of their past and the obstacles in their path to build a future together?"

Kimberly Brown (Author), Elyce Anthony, Tony Roberts (Narrator)

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Her Man My Peace 1-3 Omnibus

"What do you do when you meet a man that's perfect for you but belongs to someone else? The right thing to do is to walk away but what if your soul ties won't allow it … Tavia is facing a tumultuous phase in her life and finds herself challenging her sense of morality and commitment. Struggling with personal hardships, she finds solace in the company of a man that should be considered off-limits. At the same time, her past seems to continue to lurk yearning to rekindle their romance, which she has no desire to do. Amidst all the chaos, she meets someone who expresses a genuine interest in her, but she isn’t feeling him as much as he is feeling her. Caught in a web of emotions, Tavia finds herself at a crossroads, torn between her past and the allure of new possibilities. The choices she makes will not only shape her own destiny but also impact the lives of those around her. Join Tavia as she navigates a journey of love, self-discovery, and desire to have peace which ends up leaving her in a situation that has gotten way out of control."

Loryn Landon (Author), Lacy Laurel, Tony Roberts (Narrator)

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On a Mission

"Join Essence bestselling authors Ms. Michel Moore and T.C. Littles, along with novelist Blacc Topp, as they each give you heart-racing, gritty tales of what being On a Mission on the block ultimately means. WHEN STAYING ON TOP IS THE ONLY OPTION! Life ain’t never been fair in the treacherous street game. When you play it, you can’t forget there never was and never will be any true honor amongst thieves. It’s do or die. To make major moves and hustle out in the streets, you have zero choices if you want to win. The blueprint is simple: RISE, GRIND, SHINE, and, of course, stay the hell out the way! Between the struggle of avoiding the opposition, law enforcement, and sometimes your own people turning on you, life gets real, and the consequences are even realer."

Blacc Topp, Ms. Michel Moore, T. C. Littles (Author), Ebony Ford, Tony Roberts (Narrator)

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Christmas in Spite of You

"A neat freak Scrooge and a Christmas-loving ball of chaos must coexist for a week, and the friction and separation that ensue make the most magical time of the year highly remarkable. After pumping her hard-earned savings into a business plan that doesn’t pan out, Noel Anderson is left financially strapped and needs a way to earn money to stay afloat. She decides to rent her apartment as an Airbnb for the Christmas holidays while visiting her family for Christmas. What she didn’t plan on was coming down ill and having to cancel the trip. Kanton Joseph is on the cusp of securing a lucrative business deal. In order to get a one-up on his competition, he rents an Airbnb in the same apartment complex where his potential client resides. He’s surprised when he shows up, and the owner of the Airbnb not only wants to cancel the reservation but is still occupying the space. With great reluctance, Noel and Kanton agree to cohabitate for one week. Noel attempts to stay out of Kanton’s way, but they undoubtedly cross paths, causing friction between them. They immediately clash on everything, most notably with their views on the holidays. Noel is determined to have a very Merry Christmas despite her temporary housemate, which is the source of Kanton’s irritation. Eventually, the two begin to soften toward each other and Kanton learns to view things through Noel’s eyes. Will the holiday magic fizzle, or will these two spark a connection they didn’t realize they needed?"

K.C. Mills (Author), Ebony Ford, Tony Roberts (Narrator)

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Leslie

"Four women. Four stories. One passion. To make you laugh! Hey people, I’m Leslie Velveeta Spinx, the 'L' in LMAO. Come and join me on my journey to the Edge Control Tour. It’s about to be a sold-out show! Before you take your seat, I should warn you, there are a few important things you should know about me. One: I’m one of the hardest working women you’ll ever meet. B: I talk a whole, whole, whole lot of sh*t. And last but most certainly not least, I don’t mind roasting people, dead or alive. So, please do not take a seat on the front row unless you’re prepared to have your whole life uprooted. My story is one you might relate to as it involves navigating from the life that I’m comfortable with and stepping into the one where I belong. Seems simple enough, following dreams and all that. But in life, nothing worth having is ever easy to embrace. And as if all of this potential readjustment isn’t enough to stress my edges off, I cross paths with a man who is as fine as anything God ever created, but is off limits because beautiful things usually are. Enter Michael Thompson III, a brother who talks to dogs and wants to prove to me that he’s not one himself when a few chance encounters with my crazy behind prove to be more than he can ignore. Grab your tickets and enjoy this comedic exhibition of laughter, love, and all the in-between. Again, I’m Leslie Velveeta Spinx, the 'L' in LMAO!"

Sabrina B. Scales (Author), Anna Lynn Wright, Tony Roberts (Narrator)

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