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Note: The authors receive royalties paid by the audiobook service provider for this free offer. If you do not want your audiobook to be in the podcast please send us an email to info@thebookvoice.com. https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/pd/Bios-Memoirs/Revolution-Audiobook/B00OYDYJNS Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/312/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: Revolution Author: Russell Brand Narrator: Russell Brand Format: Unabridged Length: 9 hrs and 44 mins Language: English Release date: 11-04-14 Publisher: Random House Audio Ratings: 4.5 of 5 out of 1485 votes Genres: Bios & Memoirs, Celebrities Publisher's Summary: We all know the system isnt working. Our governments are corrupt and the opposing parties pointlessly similar. Our culture is filled with vacuity and pap, and we are told theres nothing we can do: "Its just the way things are." In this audiobook, Russell Brand hilariously lacerates the straw men and paper tigers of our conformist times and presents, with the help of experts as diverse as Thomas Piketty and George Orwell, a vision for a fairer, sexier society that's fun and inclusive. You have been lied to, told there's no alternative, no choice, and that you dont deserve any better. Brand destroys this illusory facade as amusingly and deftly as he annihilates Morning Joe anchors, Fox News fascists, and BBC stalwarts. This audiobook makes revolution not only possible but inevitable and fun. biacuaduc@gmail.com (Russell Brand) Tue, 04 Nov 2014 00:23:26 GMT https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/pd/Bios-Memoirs/Revolution-Audiobook/B00OYDYJNS thebookvoice.com 09:44:00 no Listen to full audiobooks for free on thebookvoice.com Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/312/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: Revolution Author: Russell Brand Narrator: Russell Brand Format: Unabridged Length: 9 hrs and 44 mins Language: English Release date: 11-04-14 Publisher: Random House Audio Ratings: 4.5 of 5 out of 1485 votes Genres: Bios & Memoirs, Celebrities Publisher's Summary: We all know the system isnt working. Our governments are corrupt and the opposing parties pointlessly similar. Our culture is filled with vacuity and pap, and we are told theres nothing we can do: "Its just the way things are." In this audiobook, Russell Brand hilariously lacerates the straw men and paper tigers of our conformist times and presents, with the help of experts as diverse as Thomas Piketty and George Orwell, a vision for a fairer, sexier society that's fun and inclusive. You have been lied to, told there's no alternative, no choice, and that you dont deserve any better. Brand destroys this illusory facade as amusingly and deftly as he annihilates Morning Joe anchors, Fox News fascists, and BBC stalwarts. This audiobook makes revolution not only possible but inevitable and fun. Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/312/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: Revolution Author: Russell Brand Narrator: Russell Brand Format: Unabridged Length: 9 hrs and 44 mins Language: English Release date: 11-04-14 Publisher: Random House Audio Ratings: 4.5 of 5 out of 1485 votes Genres: Bios & Memoirs, Celebrities Publisher's Summary: We all know the system isnt working. Our governments are corrupt and the opposing parties pointlessly similar. Our culture is filled with vacuity and pap, and we are told theres nothing we can do: "Its just the way things are." In this audiobook, Russell Brand hilariously lacerates the straw men and paper tigers of our conformist times and presents, with the help of experts as diverse as Thomas Piketty and George Orwell, a vision for a fairer, sexier society that's fun and inclusive. You have been lied to, told there's no alternative, no choice, and that you dont deserve any better. Brand destroys this illusory facade as amusingly and deftly as he annihilates Morning Joe anchors, Fox News fascists, and BBC stalwarts. This audiobook makes revolution not only possible but inevitable and fun. Members Reviews: Absolutely Fabulous After starting and not finishing the past 15 or so books I have downloaded, I was beginning to think my years as an audible member must have run their natural course. This book proved that untrue. After hearing Brand on NPR on New Years day morning, I downloaded the book and binged listened to it in two days. This is an incredible book. His delivery is vulnerable, funny, sweet, and packed full of the wisdom of the ages. Clearly he is a man who has "done his work." His charming British accent, incredible story telling, poems, and masterful delivery put this book up there with the greats I have ever listened to. Some people will rage at the political theory he expresses and miss his point all together. There is something in this book for everyone. You know the treadmill of materialism is grinding you to bits. You know capitalism has us on an unsustainable course destined to bankrupt the environment and steal our very souls. Listen to this book. Sign up for this program. And do your work along with Brand. 5 out of 5 stars. This is the one and only book review I have written. I have been an Audible member since 2004...20 books a year. That should tell you something about this book...and me I suppose Thanks Russell Brand. Stead On, Mate. Definitely worth a listen! I confess, I'd read one of Russell Brand's earlier books and abandoned it due to its repetitive focus on sex and drugs... so I didn't have high hopes for this book. Well, I'm happy to say I was wrong. In Revolution, Brand shares his perspective about the deepening equality gap and other current societal issues -- it is a fascinating book. Despite Brand's somewhat goofy public persona, he's actually a very bright guy who articulates what so many feel / experience in a way that's engaging and accessible. I found Brand's narration style to be very compelling -- he's fired up and after listening to Revolution, you will be too. Unlike his prior books which were more autobiographical, Brand looks at the world around him in Revolution and ponders how we can all improve society and the world we live in. This is an interesting listen and I highly recommend it. Meh... I like the message. I like Russell. It just sort of goes on and on and on. He points out many of the things we need to be paying attention to. Most of it is stuff you have heard, but some of it is a real mindf**k. That being said, the solution steps are ridiculous. https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/pd/Bios-Memoirs/My-Life-in-France-Audiobook/B002VAGOE8 Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/312/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: My Life in France Author: Julia Child, Alex Prud'Homme Narrator: Kimberly Farr Format: Unabridged Length: 11 hrs and 17 mins Language: English Release date: 04-14-06 Publisher: Books on Tape Ratings: 4.5 of 5 out of 1239 votes Genres: Bios & Memoirs, Celebrities Publisher's Summary: From the moment the ship docked in Le Havre in the fall of 1948 and Julia watched the well-muscled stevedores unloading the cargo to the first perfectly soigne meal that she and her husband, Paul, savored in Rouen en route to Paris, where he was to work for the USIS, Julia had an awakening that changed her life. Soon this tall, outspoken gal from Pasadena, California, who didn't speak a word of French and knew nothing about the country, was steeped in the language, chatting with purveyors in the local markets, and enrolled in the Cordon Bleu. After managing to get her degree despite the machinations of the disagreeable directrice of the school, Julia started teaching cooking classes herself, then teamed up with two fellow gourmettes, Simone Beck and Louisette Bertholle, to help them with a book they were trying to write on French cooking for Americans. Throwing herself heart and soul into making it a unique and thorough teaching book, only to suffer several rounds of painful rejection, is part of the behind-the-scenes drama that Julia reveals with her inimitable gusto and disarming honesty. This memoir is laced with wonderful stories about the French character, particularly in the world of food, and the way of life that Julia embraced so wholeheartedly. Above all, she reveals the kind of spirit and determination, the sheer love of cooking, and the drive to share that with her fellow Americans that made her the extraordinary success she became. Le voici. Et bon appetit! Critic Reviews: "This is a valuable record of gorgeous meals in bygone Parisian restaurants, and the secret arts of a culinary genius." (Publishers Weekly) biacuaduc@gmail.com (Julia Child) Fri, 14 Apr 2006 11:46:54 GMT https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/pd/Bios-Memoirs/My-Life-in-France-Audiobook/B002VAGOE8 thebookvoice.com 11:17:00 no Listen to full audiobooks for free on thebookvoice.com Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/312/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: My Life in France Author: Julia Child, Alex Prud'Homme Narrator: Kimberly Farr Format: Unabridged Length: 11 hrs and 17 mins Language: English Release date: 04-14-06 Publisher: Books on Tape Ratings: 4.5 of 5 out of 1239 votes Genres: Bios & Memoirs, Celebrities Publisher's Summary: From the moment the ship docked in Le Havre in the fall of 1948 and Julia watched the well-muscled stevedores unloading the cargo to the first perfectly soigne meal that she and her husband, Paul, savored in Rouen en route to Paris, where he was to work for the USIS, Julia had an awakening that changed her life. Soon this tall, outspoken gal from Pasadena, California, who didn't speak a word of French and knew nothing about the country, was steeped in the language, chatting with purveyors in the local markets, and enrolled in the Cordon Bleu. After managing to get her degree despite the machinations of the disagreeable directrice of the school, Julia started teaching cooking classes herself, then teamed up with two fellow gourmettes, Simone Beck and Louisette Bertholle, to help them with a book they were trying to write on French cooking for Americans. Throwing herself heart and soul into making it a unique and thorough teaching book, only to suffer several rounds of painful rejection, is part of the behind-the-scenes drama that Julia reveals with her inimitable gusto and disarming honesty. This memoir is laced with wonderful stories about the French character, particularly in the world of food, and the way of life that Julia embraced so wholeheartedly. Above all, she reveals the kind of spirit and determination, the sheer love of cooking, and the drive to share that with her fellow Americans that made her the extraordinary success she became. Le voici. Et bon appetit! Critic Reviews: "This is a valuable record of gorgeous meals in bygone Parisian restaurants, and the secret arts of a culinary genius." (Publishers Weekly) Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/312/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: My Life in France Author: Julia Child, Alex Prud'Homme Narrator: Kimberly Farr Format: Unabridged Length: 11 hrs and 17 mins Language: English Release date: 04-14-06 Publisher: Books on Tape Ratings: 4.5 of 5 out of 1239 votes Genres: Bios & Memoirs, Celebrities Publisher's Summary: From the moment the ship docked in Le Havre in the fall of 1948 and Julia watched the well-muscled stevedores unloading the cargo to the first perfectly soigne meal that she and her husband, Paul, savored in Rouen en route to Paris, where he was to work for the USIS, Julia had an awakening that changed her life. Soon this tall, outspoken gal from Pasadena, California, who didn't speak a word of French and knew nothing about the country, was steeped in the language, chatting with purveyors in the local markets, and enrolled in the Cordon Bleu. After managing to get her degree despite the machinations of the disagreeable directrice of the school, Julia started teaching cooking classes herself, then teamed up with two fellow gourmettes, Simone Beck and Louisette Bertholle, to help them with a book they were trying to write on French cooking for Americans. Throwing herself heart and soul into making it a unique and thorough teaching book, only to suffer several rounds of painful rejection, is part of the behind-the-scenes drama that Julia reveals with her inimitable gusto and disarming honesty. This memoir is laced with wonderful stories about the French character, particularly in the world of food, and the way of life that Julia embraced so wholeheartedly. Above all, she reveals the kind of spirit and determination, the sheer love of cooking, and the drive to share that with her fellow Americans that made her the extraordinary success she became. Le voici. Et bon appetit! Critic Reviews: "This is a valuable record of gorgeous meals in bygone Parisian restaurants, and the secret arts of a culinary genius." (Publishers Weekly) Members Reviews: What a pleasure! I listened to this book on a trip through Avignon and Paris and it was wonderful. What an addition to our travels by TGV south from Paris. The reader was a delight and more than up to the challenges of the french language and all the culinary terms. Julia's take on the world a breath of fresh air. I was sorry when the book came to and end. However, to compensate I have pulled out my dog-eared copies of "mastering the art" and jumped back into cooking a la Julia! Brava Audible! A lovely memoir This audiobook was a wonderful escape from my dreary December into the bright, lively world of post-war France. Julia Child writes with vivid and loving detail of her years in Paris and Marseilles with her beloved husband, chronicling her education as a cook, her friendships, the writing of "Mastering the Art of French Cooking," and her many adventures in the shops, markets, and kitchens of Paris. Delightful! Wonderful! This book is as charming as Julia herself. Her voice comes through clearly, and although she was never unkind, she did not shy away from expressing her frustrations with certain people and situations in her life. It's an account of how her interest in food and cooking developed, and how she came to take the path she took. She and Paul saved letters, so the book is rich with authentic detail about the events of their lives. My only regret is that now that I've finished it, I can never come to it again to listen for the first time. It made me feel much closer to a woman I've never met, but miss terribly. Well narrated OK, the reader's French isn't perfect, but if you know some French you can tell what she's aiming for and if you don't ... https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/pd/Bios-Memoirs/Ali-Audiobook/B074WHBNJF Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/312/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: Ali Subtitle: A Life Author: Jonathan Eig Narrator: Kevin R. Free Format: Unabridged Length: 22 hrs and 53 mins Language: English Release date: 10-03-17 Publisher: Recorded Books Ratings: 5 of 5 out of 65 votes Genres: Bios & Memoirs, Celebrities Publisher's Summary: The definitive biography of an American icon, from a New York Times best-selling author with unique access to Ali's inner circle He was the wittiest, the prettiest, the strongest, the bravest, and, of course, the greatest (as he told us over and over again). Muhammad Ali was one of the 20th century's greatest radicals and most compelling figures. At his funeral in 2016, eulogists said Ali had transcended race and united the country, but they got it wrong. Race was the theme of Ali's life. He insisted that America come to grips with a black man who wasn't afraid to speak out or break the rules. He didn't overcome racism. He called it out. "I am America," he once declared. "I am the part you won't recognize. But get used to me - black, confident, cocky; my name, not yours; my religion, not yours; my goals, my own. Get used to me." Ali went from being one of the most despised men in the country to one of the most beloved. But until now, he has never been the subject of a complete, unauthorized biography. Jonathan Eig, hailed by Ken Burns as one of America's master storytellers, breaks new ground and radically reshapes our understanding of the slippery figure who was Muhammad Ali. Eig had access to all the key people in Ali's life, including his three surviving wives and his managers. He also had access to thousands of pages of new FBI and Justice Department files as well dozens of hours of newly discovered audiotaped interviews from the 1960s. Jonathan Eig's Ali breaks bold new ground, revealing Ali in the complexity he deserves, shedding important new light on his politics and his neurological condition. Ali is a story about race, about a brutal sport, and about a fascinating man who shook up the world. biacuaduc@gmail.com (Jonathan Eig) Tue, 03 Oct 2017 22:47:49 GMT https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/pd/Bios-Memoirs/Ali-Audiobook/B074WHBNJF thebookvoice.com 22:53:00 no Listen to full audiobooks for free on thebookvoice.com Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/312/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: Ali Subtitle: A Life Author: Jonathan Eig Narrator: Kevin R. Free Format: Unabridged Length: 22 hrs and 53 mins Language: English Release date: 10-03-17 Publisher: Recorded Books Ratings: 5 of 5 out of 65 votes Genres: Bios & Memoirs, Celebrities Publisher's Summary: The definitive biography of an American icon, from a New York Times best-selling author with unique access to Ali's inner circle He was the wittiest, the prettiest, the strongest, the bravest, and, of course, the greatest (as he told us over and over again). Muhammad Ali was one of the 20th century's greatest radicals and most compelling figures. At his funeral in 2016, eulogists said Ali had transcended race and united the country, but they got it wrong. Race was the theme of Ali's life. He insisted that America come to grips with a black man who wasn't afraid to speak out or break the rules. He didn't overcome racism. He called it out. "I am America," he once declared. "I am the part you won't recognize. But get used to me - black, confident, cocky; my name, not yours; my religion, not yours; my goals, my own. Get used to me." Ali went from being one of the most despised men in the country to one of the most beloved. But until now, he has never been the subject of a complete, unauthorized biography. Jonathan Eig, hailed by Ken Burns as one of America's master storytellers, breaks new ground and radically reshapes our understanding of the slippery figure who was Muhammad Ali. Eig had access to all the key people in Ali's life, including his three surviving wives and his managers. He also had access to thousands of pages of new FBI and Justice Department files as well dozens of hours of newly discovered audiotaped interviews from the 1960s. Jonathan Eig's Ali breaks bold new ground, revealing Ali in the complexity he deserves, shedding important new light on his politics and his neurological condition. Ali is a story about race, about a brutal sport, and about a fascinating man who shook up the world. Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/312/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: Ali Subtitle: A Life Author: Jonathan Eig Narrator: Kevin R. Free Format: Unabridged Length: 22 hrs and 53 mins Language: English Release date: 10-03-17 Publisher: Recorded Books Ratings: 5 of 5 out of 65 votes Genres: Bios & Memoirs, Celebrities Publisher's Summary: The definitive biography of an American icon, from a New York Times best-selling author with unique access to Ali's inner circle He was the wittiest, the prettiest, the strongest, the bravest, and, of course, the greatest (as he told us over and over again). Muhammad Ali was one of the 20th century's greatest radicals and most compelling figures. At his funeral in 2016, eulogists said Ali had transcended race and united the country, but they got it wrong. Race was the theme of Ali's life. He insisted that America come to grips with a black man who wasn't afraid to speak out or break the rules. He didn't overcome racism. He called it out. "I am America," he once declared. "I am the part you won't recognize. But get used to me - black, confident, cocky; my name, not yours; my religion, not yours; my goals, my own. Get used to me." Ali went from being one of the most despised men in the country to one of the most beloved. But until now, he has never been the subject of a complete, unauthorized biography. Jonathan Eig, hailed by Ken Burns as one of America's master storytellers, breaks new ground and radically reshapes our understanding of the slippery figure who was Muhammad Ali. Eig had access to all the key people in Ali's life, including his three surviving wives and his managers. He also had access to thousands of pages of new FBI and Justice Department files as well dozens of hours of newly discovered audiotaped interviews from the 1960s. Jonathan Eig's Ali breaks bold new ground, revealing Ali in the complexity he deserves, shedding important new light on his politics and his neurological condition. Ali is a story about race, about a brutal sport, and about a fascinating man who shook up the world. Members Reviews: Left me Conflicted Overall, I recommend this book to anyone. And I say that never having followed (or, for that matter, been interested in, in the slightest] boxing The language and story telling is clear; the story interesting; the narrator fine BUT: ( a big but) The longer it went on, the more I was struck by the contrast between the adulation that Ali produced, and the lifestyle which, absent the misplaced adoration we place on athletes, was really quite despicable in many ways. Yes, he was sometimes kind. Yes, he was a great [although arguably not THE GREATEST) boxer. But his behaviour lifestyle was almost 100% narcissistic, self absorbed, and hurtful to those who cared for him. He slept with constant women, often prostitutes, often teenagers, without any regard that the hurt this caused his first, second, and then third wife. He slept with women in the same hotel as his wife was staying, he slept with them in his own home when his children were on another floor. He didn't care. His own self-described lifestyle was "Wee! Me!!!". I guess such selfishness is excused if you're a good athlete. Despite earning over $50 million, he was in constant financial difficulties, something difficult to the stomach given how many millions of people don't even earn a percentile of that. His first wife was left in poverty,. his children competed for his attention with those who fawned over him.He thought being a father was too much of a restriction on his lifestyle. And on and on. https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/pd/Bios-Memoirs/Becoming-Kareem-Audiobook/B076KLTNJQ Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/312/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: Becoming Kareem Subtitle: Growing Up on and off the Court Author: Kareem Abdul-Jabbar, Raymond Obstfeld Narrator: Kareem Abdul-Jabbar Format: Unabridged Length: 5 hrs and 47 mins Language: English Release date: 11-21-17 Publisher: Hachette Audio Ratings: 5 of 5 out of 17 votes Genres: Bios & Memoirs, Celebrities Publisher's Summary: The first memoir for young listeners by sports legend Kareem Abdul-Jabbar. At one time Lew Alcindor was just another kid from New York City with all the usual problems: He struggled with fitting in, with pleasing a strict father, and with overcoming shyness that made him feel socially awkward. But with a talent for basketball and an unmatched team of supporters, Lew Alcindor was able to transform and to become Kareem Abdul-Jabbar. From a childhood made difficult by racism and prejudice to a record-smashing career on the basketball court as an adult, Kareem Abdul-Jabbar's life was packed with "coaches" who taught him right from wrong and led him on the path to greatness. His parents, coaches Jack Donahue and John Wooden, Muhammad Ali, Bruce Lee, and many others played important roles in Abdul-Jabbar's life and sparked him to become an activist for social change and advancement. The inspiration from those around him and his drive to find his own path in life are highlighted in this personal and awe-inspiriting journey. Written especially for young listeners, Becoming Kareem chronicles how Kareem Abdul-Jabbar become the icon and legend he is today, both on and off the court. PLEASE NOTE: When you purchase this title, the accompanying reference material will be available in your Library section along with the audio. biacuaduc@gmail.com (Kareem Abdul-Jabbar) Tue, 21 Nov 2017 07:51:47 GMT https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/pd/Bios-Memoirs/Becoming-Kareem-Audiobook/B076KLTNJQ thebookvoice.com 05:47:00 no Listen to full audiobooks for free on thebookvoice.com Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/312/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: Becoming Kareem Subtitle: Growing Up on and off the Court Author: Kareem Abdul-Jabbar, Raymond Obstfeld Narrator: Kareem Abdul-Jabbar Format: Unabridged Length: 5 hrs and 47 mins Language: English Release date: 11-21-17 Publisher: Hachette Audio Ratings: 5 of 5 out of 17 votes Genres: Bios & Memoirs, Celebrities Publisher's Summary: The first memoir for young listeners by sports legend Kareem Abdul-Jabbar. At one time Lew Alcindor was just another kid from New York City with all the usual problems: He struggled with fitting in, with pleasing a strict father, and with overcoming shyness that made him feel socially awkward. But with a talent for basketball and an unmatched team of supporters, Lew Alcindor was able to transform and to become Kareem Abdul-Jabbar. From a childhood made difficult by racism and prejudice to a record-smashing career on the basketball court as an adult, Kareem Abdul-Jabbar's life was packed with "coaches" who taught him right from wrong and led him on the path to greatness. His parents, coaches Jack Donahue and John Wooden, Muhammad Ali, Bruce Lee, and many others played important roles in Abdul-Jabbar's life and sparked him to become an activist for social change and advancement. The inspiration from those around him and his drive to find his own path in life are highlighted in this personal and awe-inspiriting journey. Written especially for young listeners, Becoming Kareem chronicles how Kareem Abdul-Jabbar become the icon and legend he is today, both on and off the court. PLEASE NOTE: When you purchase this title, the accompanying reference material will be available in your Library section along with the audio. Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/312/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: Becoming Kareem Subtitle: Growing Up on and off the Court Author: Kareem Abdul-Jabbar, Raymond Obstfeld Narrator: Kareem Abdul-Jabbar Format: Unabridged Length: 5 hrs and 47 mins Language: English Release date: 11-21-17 Publisher: Hachette Audio Ratings: 5 of 5 out of 17 votes Genres: Bios & Memoirs, Celebrities Publisher's Summary: The first memoir for young listeners by sports legend Kareem Abdul-Jabbar. At one time Lew Alcindor was just another kid from New York City with all the usual problems: He struggled with fitting in, with pleasing a strict father, and with overcoming shyness that made him feel socially awkward. But with a talent for basketball and an unmatched team of supporters, Lew Alcindor was able to transform and to become Kareem Abdul-Jabbar. From a childhood made difficult by racism and prejudice to a record-smashing career on the basketball court as an adult, Kareem Abdul-Jabbar's life was packed with "coaches" who taught him right from wrong and led him on the path to greatness. His parents, coaches Jack Donahue and John Wooden, Muhammad Ali, Bruce Lee, and many others played important roles in Abdul-Jabbar's life and sparked him to become an activist for social change and advancement. The inspiration from those around him and his drive to find his own path in life are highlighted in this personal and awe-inspiriting journey. Written especially for young listeners, Becoming Kareem chronicles how Kareem Abdul-Jabbar become the icon and legend he is today, both on and off the court. PLEASE NOTE: When you purchase this title, the accompanying reference material will be available in your Library section along with the audio. Members Reviews: The best bio book Ive ever read! A must read for anyone looking for a true idol and role model in their life. I truly appreciate the honesty and sincerely of the author in narrating his lifes wins, losses and wisdom. Great read! Good book Good book lots of insights on his life can't wait to read his next book. https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/pd/Bios-Memoirs/You-Gotta-Want-It-Audiobook/B01LZBN81S Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/312/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: You Gotta Want It Author: Jake Paul Narrator: Jake Paul Format: Unabridged Length: 5 hrs and 2 mins Language: English Release date: 10-11-16 Publisher: Simon & Schuster Audio Ratings: 5 of 5 out of 190 votes Genres: Bios & Memoirs, Celebrities Publisher's Summary: A humorous, motivational memoir in the vein of Tyler Oakley's Binge and Marcus Butler's Hello Life, from high-energy comedic social media phenomenon Jake Paul. How do you become Vine famous? What is life like when you have millions of followers on Facebook, Twitter, Snapchat, and Instagram? In this extremely positive, motivational, and often laugh-out-loud memoir, unstoppable Jake Paul pauses long enough from his supercharged life as a 19-year-old social media superstar and smiling heartthrob on the Disney Channel series Bizaardvark to share his takes on life, love, fame, and shooting for your dreams. From growing up a regular kid with his brother (and fellow social media star) Logan to his goals and aspirations as he became Vine famous to the bullying and jealousy he experienced to the crazy, creative, behind-the-scenes details of his life in Hollywood as a teen powerhouse, Jake shares the most hysterical and intimate details of his life - all with his signature humor and honesty and you-gotta-want-it attitude that has won him millions of devoted followers. biacuaduc@gmail.com (Jake Paul) Tue, 11 Oct 2016 06:06:35 GMT https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/pd/Bios-Memoirs/You-Gotta-Want-It-Audiobook/B01LZBN81S thebookvoice.com 05:02:00 no Listen to full audiobooks for free on thebookvoice.com Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/312/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: You Gotta Want It Author: Jake Paul Narrator: Jake Paul Format: Unabridged Length: 5 hrs and 2 mins Language: English Release date: 10-11-16 Publisher: Simon & Schuster Audio Ratings: 5 of 5 out of 190 votes Genres: Bios & Memoirs, Celebrities Publisher's Summary: A humorous, motivational memoir in the vein of Tyler Oakley's Binge and Marcus Butler's Hello Life, from high-energy comedic social media phenomenon Jake Paul. How do you become Vine famous? What is life like when you have millions of followers on Facebook, Twitter, Snapchat, and Instagram? In this extremely positive, motivational, and often laugh-out-loud memoir, unstoppable Jake Paul pauses long enough from his supercharged life as a 19-year-old social media superstar and smiling heartthrob on the Disney Channel series Bizaardvark to share his takes on life, love, fame, and shooting for your dreams. From growing up a regular kid with his brother (and fellow social media star) Logan to his goals and aspirations as he became Vine famous to the bullying and jealousy he experienced to the crazy, creative, behind-the-scenes details of his life in Hollywood as a teen powerhouse, Jake shares the most hysterical and intimate details of his life - all with his signature humor and honesty and you-gotta-want-it attitude that has won him millions of devoted followers. Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/312/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: You Gotta Want It Author: Jake Paul Narrator: Jake Paul Format: Unabridged Length: 5 hrs and 2 mins Language: English Release date: 10-11-16 Publisher: Simon & Schuster Audio Ratings: 5 of 5 out of 190 votes Genres: Bios & Memoirs, Celebrities Publisher's Summary: A humorous, motivational memoir in the vein of Tyler Oakley's Binge and Marcus Butler's Hello Life, from high-energy comedic social media phenomenon Jake Paul. How do you become Vine famous? What is life like when you have millions of followers on Facebook, Twitter, Snapchat, and Instagram? In this extremely positive, motivational, and often laugh-out-loud memoir, unstoppable Jake Paul pauses long enough from his supercharged life as a 19-year-old social media superstar and smiling heartthrob on the Disney Channel series Bizaardvark to share his takes on life, love, fame, and shooting for your dreams. From growing up a regular kid with his brother (and fellow social media star) Logan to his goals and aspirations as he became Vine famous to the bullying and jealousy he experienced to the crazy, creative, behind-the-scenes details of his life in Hollywood as a teen powerhouse, Jake shares the most hysterical and intimate details of his life - all with his signature humor and honesty and you-gotta-want-it attitude that has won him millions of devoted followers. Members Reviews: Best book ever The whole book is amazing. It is the absolute best book ever you will ever read. Completely read by him. Buy it Amazing This book is about his life while also giving motivational comments. I am only half way through the book and I am still listening and I love it! The best book of ever read I read this book in one day because I was so intrigued, I love it!! Incredible and inspiring gonna listen again it was It was that good Jack is very smart and hard working not successful by chance Thank you Jake Paul I am a Youtuber, and a up and coming social media influencer. It doesn't matter if you just want to get to know the infamous Jake Paul or if you want to learn his tips and tricks on his growth to fame, this book had me hooked and I couldn't stop listening! Great Job Jake! Xo Lauren Jean @ytlaurenjean https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/pd/Bios-Memoirs/Binge-Audiobook/B00XBM4GEA Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/312/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: Binge Author: Tyler Oakley Narrator: Tyler Oakley Format: Unabridged Length: 7 hrs and 16 mins Language: English Release date: 10-20-15 Publisher: Simon & Schuster Audio Ratings: 5 of 5 out of 5720 votes Genres: Bios & Memoirs, Celebrities Publisher's Summary: Read by Tyler Oakley! Pop culture phenomenon, social rights advocate, and the most prominent LGBTQ+ voice on YouTube, Tyler Oakley brings you his first collection of witty, personal, and hilarious essays written in the voice that's earned him more than 21 million followers across social media. For someone who made a career out of oversharing on the Internet, Tyler Oakley has a shocking number of personal mishaps and shenanigans to reveal in his first book: He experienced a legitimate rage blackout in a Cheesecake Factory; he had a fashion stand-off with the White House Secret Service; he crashed a car in front of his entire high school in an Arby's uniform; he projectile vomited while bartering with a grandmother. With millions of fans clamoring for more Tyler Oakley, he delivers his best untold, hilariously side-splitting moments with trademark flair in Binge. biacuaduc@gmail.com (Tyler Oakley) Tue, 20 Oct 2015 03:39:11 GMT https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/pd/Bios-Memoirs/Binge-Audiobook/B00XBM4GEA thebookvoice.com 07:16:00 no Listen to full audiobooks for free on thebookvoice.com Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/312/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: Binge Author: Tyler Oakley Narrator: Tyler Oakley Format: Unabridged Length: 7 hrs and 16 mins Language: English Release date: 10-20-15 Publisher: Simon & Schuster Audio Ratings: 5 of 5 out of 5720 votes Genres: Bios & Memoirs, Celebrities Publisher's Summary: Read by Tyler Oakley! Pop culture phenomenon, social rights advocate, and the most prominent LGBTQ+ voice on YouTube, Tyler Oakley brings you his first collection of witty, personal, and hilarious essays written in the voice that's earned him more than 21 million followers across social media. For someone who made a career out of oversharing on the Internet, Tyler Oakley has a shocking number of personal mishaps and shenanigans to reveal in his first book: He experienced a legitimate rage blackout in a Cheesecake Factory; he had a fashion stand-off with the White House Secret Service; he crashed a car in front of his entire high school in an Arby's uniform; he projectile vomited while bartering with a grandmother. With millions of fans clamoring for more Tyler Oakley, he delivers his best untold, hilariously side-splitting moments with trademark flair in Binge. Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/312/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: Binge Author: Tyler Oakley Narrator: Tyler Oakley Format: Unabridged Length: 7 hrs and 16 mins Language: English Release date: 10-20-15 Publisher: Simon & Schuster Audio Ratings: 5 of 5 out of 5720 votes Genres: Bios & Memoirs, Celebrities Publisher's Summary: Read by Tyler Oakley! Pop culture phenomenon, social rights advocate, and the most prominent LGBTQ+ voice on YouTube, Tyler Oakley brings you his first collection of witty, personal, and hilarious essays written in the voice that's earned him more than 21 million followers across social media. For someone who made a career out of oversharing on the Internet, Tyler Oakley has a shocking number of personal mishaps and shenanigans to reveal in his first book: He experienced a legitimate rage blackout in a Cheesecake Factory; he had a fashion stand-off with the White House Secret Service; he crashed a car in front of his entire high school in an Arby's uniform; he projectile vomited while bartering with a grandmother. With millions of fans clamoring for more Tyler Oakley, he delivers his best untold, hilariously side-splitting moments with trademark flair in Binge. Members Reviews: LOVE!! I love having Tyler read this story to me!! It makes it way more real and interesting. I want to thank you Tyler for putting yourself out there to help us (the readers) to better ourselves. Love you!! @chlobird516 (my Twitter) #BINGEBOOK This book was amazing. It made me laugh, it made me cry, and everything in between. I have been a fan of Tyler Oakley for many years, both on YouTube & Psycho Babble, and hearing/reading this book gave me a new found respect for the man. Matthew (if I may call you that), if you read this, thank you for letting your fans inside your mind and giving us your real story. You've already had the power of making me feel better when I've had a bad day, but you have truly inspired me with the stories in this book. It's hard to put into words my emotions, but trust me when I say, I needed this book right now in my life. Thank you. David [@DaveM2Valdez] Wonderful and empowering stories This book is fantastic. Told amazingly with some hilarious, yet some very serious stories that, when you're through reading it, make you feel like you can get through because Tyler did and you can too. BUY THIS BOOK - it's an amazing read/listen What did you love best about Binge? I especially enjoyed the time taken to make it feel like a conversation, as if you're just chilling with a friend. What did you like best about this story? Living for every bit of it - probably one of my faves was the dentist, lets just say I can relate... Have you listened to any of Tyler Oakleys other performances before? How does this one compare? Like watching one of his awesome new videos, but on steroids & green juice! Was there a moment in the book that particularly moved you? When Tyler talked about his struggle with self image during his youth, that hit home for me. Any additional comments? Go click Buy It right flippin now, you won't regret it! Amazing!! I just finished the book and it was even better than I anticipated. I truly did laugh out loud, cry, gasp, make snarky looks when something kinky was happening - I went through every emotion! Tyler is such an incredible story teller and how raw and personal this book it took it to a whole new level. I related it him in more ways than one and have even more respect for the person that is Mathew Tyler Oakley. Twitter- @/samanthaa_hope https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/pd/Bios-Memoirs/The-Fabulous-Showman-Audiobook/B074CLGDTZ Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/312/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: The Fabulous Showman Subtitle: A Biography of P. T. Barnum Author: Irving Wallace Narrator: Tyson Underwood Format: Unabridged Length: 8 hrs and 44 mins Language: English Release date: 08-01-17 Publisher: Crossroad Press Ratings: 4 of 5 out of 17 votes Genres: Bios & Memoirs, Celebrities Publisher's Summary: This is a fast-paced, carefully documented, and rich biography of Barnum, the greatest showman of all time, the American from Bethel, Connecticut, whose eccentricities and oblique, cynical approach to humanity transformed entertainment into a big, incredibly profitable business. As bachelor, husband (twice), father, and grandfather, Barnum comes to life in Mr. Wallace's crowded audiobook, an exceedingly interesting and human man. Here, too, are New York City in all its 19th century color, the London of Queen Victoria, and the Paris of Napoleon III. In 1842, Barnum opened the first of the great museums of curiosities and freaks, adding immeasurably to the gaiety of New York life. He exhibited the tiny Charles Sherwood Stratton so successfully that he became known as General Tom Thumb, a world-famous figure. In 1850, Barnum imported Jenny Lind for a concert tour beginning at Castle Garden (later the Aquarium in Battery Park), which more than prefigured the later exploits of S. Hurok. When past 60, Barnum opened in Brooklyn "The Greatest Show on Earth," the first great American traveling circus. Combining 10 years later with James Anthony Bailey, he gave to millions of American children and grownups The Barnum and Bailey Circus. He bought from the London Zoological Society the huge elephant that became known everywhere as Jumbo. And always, he shrewdly understood that people did not mind being fooled ("There's a sucker born every minute"), if they were only entertained. Besides the towering figure of Barnum himself, this audiobook's cast of characters includes not only Jenny Lind, Jumbo, and Tom Thumb, but also such ill-assorted figures as Chang and Eng (the original Siamese Twins), Queen Victoria herself, captive white whales, The Feejee Mermaid, and Abraham Lincoln. biacuaduc@gmail.com (Irving Wallace) Tue, 01 Aug 2017 10:47:18 GMT https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/pd/Bios-Memoirs/The-Fabulous-Showman-Audiobook/B074CLGDTZ thebookvoice.com 08:44:00 no Listen to full audiobooks for free on thebookvoice.com Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/312/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: The Fabulous Showman Subtitle: A Biography of P. T. Barnum Author: Irving Wallace Narrator: Tyson Underwood Format: Unabridged Length: 8 hrs and 44 mins Language: English Release date: 08-01-17 Publisher: Crossroad Press Ratings: 4 of 5 out of 17 votes Genres: Bios & Memoirs, Celebrities Publisher's Summary: This is a fast-paced, carefully documented, and rich biography of Barnum, the greatest showman of all time, the American from Bethel, Connecticut, whose eccentricities and oblique, cynical approach to humanity transformed entertainment into a big, incredibly profitable business. As bachelor, husband (twice), father, and grandfather, Barnum comes to life in Mr. Wallace's crowded audiobook, an exceedingly interesting and human man. Here, too, are New York City in all its 19th century color, the London of Queen Victoria, and the Paris of Napoleon III. In 1842, Barnum opened the first of the great museums of curiosities and freaks, adding immeasurably to the gaiety of New York life. He exhibited the tiny Charles Sherwood Stratton so successfully that he became known as General Tom Thumb, a world-famous figure. In 1850, Barnum imported Jenny Lind for a concert tour beginning at Castle Garden (later the Aquarium in Battery Park), which more than prefigured the later exploits of S. Hurok. When past 60, Barnum opened in Brooklyn "The Greatest Show on Earth," the first great American traveling circus. Combining 10 years later with James Anthony Bailey, he gave to millions of American children and grownups The Barnum and Bailey Circus. He bought from the London Zoological Society the huge elephant that became known everywhere as Jumbo. And always, he shrewdly understood that people did not mind being fooled ("There's a sucker born every minute"), if they were only entertained. Besides the towering figure of Barnum himself, this audiobook's cast of characters includes not only Jenny Lind, Jumbo, and Tom Thumb, but also such ill-assorted figures as Chang and Eng (the original Siamese Twins), Queen Victoria herself, captive white whales, The Feejee Mermaid, and Abraham Lincoln. Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/312/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: The Fabulous Showman Subtitle: A Biography of P. T. Barnum Author: Irving Wallace Narrator: Tyson Underwood Format: Unabridged Length: 8 hrs and 44 mins Language: English Release date: 08-01-17 Publisher: Crossroad Press Ratings: 4 of 5 out of 17 votes Genres: Bios & Memoirs, Celebrities Publisher's Summary: This is a fast-paced, carefully documented, and rich biography of Barnum, the greatest showman of all time, the American from Bethel, Connecticut, whose eccentricities and oblique, cynical approach to humanity transformed entertainment into a big, incredibly profitable business. As bachelor, husband (twice), father, and grandfather, Barnum comes to life in Mr. Wallace's crowded audiobook, an exceedingly interesting and human man. Here, too, are New York City in all its 19th century color, the London of Queen Victoria, and the Paris of Napoleon III. In 1842, Barnum opened the first of the great museums of curiosities and freaks, adding immeasurably to the gaiety of New York life. He exhibited the tiny Charles Sherwood Stratton so successfully that he became known as General Tom Thumb, a world-famous figure. In 1850, Barnum imported Jenny Lind for a concert tour beginning at Castle Garden (later the Aquarium in Battery Park), which more than prefigured the later exploits of S. Hurok. When past 60, Barnum opened in Brooklyn "The Greatest Show on Earth," the first great American traveling circus. Combining 10 years later with James Anthony Bailey, he gave to millions of American children and grownups The Barnum and Bailey Circus. He bought from the London Zoological Society the huge elephant that became known everywhere as Jumbo. And always, he shrewdly understood that people did not mind being fooled ("There's a sucker born every minute"), if they were only entertained. Besides the towering figure of Barnum himself, this audiobook's cast of characters includes not only Jenny Lind, Jumbo, and Tom Thumb, but also such ill-assorted figures as Chang and Eng (the original Siamese Twins), Queen Victoria herself, captive white whales, The Feejee Mermaid, and Abraham Lincoln. Members Reviews: Excellent book read by an amateur PT Barnum is a remarkable and inspiring character, as explored in this volume. However, the reader rarely pauses to take a breath, and doesnt seem to give a single thought to performing the story of one of the worlds best performers. Poorly written. Boring. Reads like a checklist of stuff Barnum did with extreme detail about particular exhibits. Yawn. great story about a great man although one cannot be bored by the fabulous story of PT Barnum, however the writing does leave some to be desired. I wish the biography had been written in a more linear fashion. Often I was forced to consult external timelines to derived the space in which certain narratives were discussed good effort to alleviate my confusion. overall, a great book and a fabulous story about one of America's foremost Showman. Excellent stony read poorly. The narrator is clearly late for an appointment, thus making the listen somewhat of a disappointment. The story is so good that you should listen anyway! https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/pd/Bios-Memoirs/Coach-Wooden-and-Me-Audiobook/B06Y49QCXX Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/312/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: Coach Wooden and Me Subtitle: Our 50-Year Friendship on and off the Court Author: Kareem Abdul-Jabbar Narrator: Kareem Abdul-Jabbar Format: Unabridged Length: 6 hrs Language: English Release date: 05-16-17 Publisher: Hachette Audio Ratings: 5 of 5 out of 193 votes Genres: Bios & Memoirs, Celebrities Publisher's Summary: Kareem Abdul-Jabbar explores his 50-year friendship with Coach John Wooden, one of the most enduring and meaningful relationships in sports history. In 1965, 18-year old Lew Alcindor played basketball for Coach John Wooden at UCLA. It was the beginning of what was to become a 50-year long relationship. On the court they broke basketball records. Off the court they transcended their athletic achievements to gain even wider recognition and tremendous national respect. Part memoir and part inspirational story, Abdul-Jabbar reveals the lessons Coach Wooden taught him through the "Pyramid of Success" and discusses how they in turn shaped his life. Through beautiful storytelling, Coach Wooden and Me takes you back to the basics of what a coach should be. PLEASE NOTE: When you purchase this title, the accompanying reference material will be available in your Library section along with the audio. biacuaduc@gmail.com (Kareem Abdul-Jabbar) Tue, 16 May 2017 07:32:33 GMT https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/pd/Bios-Memoirs/Coach-Wooden-and-Me-Audiobook/B06Y49QCXX thebookvoice.com 00:06:00 no Listen to full audiobooks for free on thebookvoice.com Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/312/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: Coach Wooden and Me Subtitle: Our 50-Year Friendship on and off the Court Author: Kareem Abdul-Jabbar Narrator: Kareem Abdul-Jabbar Format: Unabridged Length: 6 hrs Language: English Release date: 05-16-17 Publisher: Hachette Audio Ratings: 5 of 5 out of 193 votes Genres: Bios & Memoirs, Celebrities Publisher's Summary: Kareem Abdul-Jabbar explores his 50-year friendship with Coach John Wooden, one of the most enduring and meaningful relationships in sports history. In 1965, 18-year old Lew Alcindor played basketball for Coach John Wooden at UCLA. It was the beginning of what was to become a 50-year long relationship. On the court they broke basketball records. Off the court they transcended their athletic achievements to gain even wider recognition and tremendous national respect. Part memoir and part inspirational story, Abdul-Jabbar reveals the lessons Coach Wooden taught him through the "Pyramid of Success" and discusses how they in turn shaped his life. Through beautiful storytelling, Coach Wooden and Me takes you back to the basics of what a coach should be. PLEASE NOTE: When you purchase this title, the accompanying reference material will be available in your Library section along with the audio. Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/312/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: Coach Wooden and Me Subtitle: Our 50-Year Friendship on and off the Court Author: Kareem Abdul-Jabbar Narrator: Kareem Abdul-Jabbar Format: Unabridged Length: 6 hrs Language: English Release date: 05-16-17 Publisher: Hachette Audio Ratings: 5 of 5 out of 193 votes Genres: Bios & Memoirs, Celebrities Publisher's Summary: Kareem Abdul-Jabbar explores his 50-year friendship with Coach John Wooden, one of the most enduring and meaningful relationships in sports history. In 1965, 18-year old Lew Alcindor played basketball for Coach John Wooden at UCLA. It was the beginning of what was to become a 50-year long relationship. On the court they broke basketball records. Off the court they transcended their athletic achievements to gain even wider recognition and tremendous national respect. Part memoir and part inspirational story, Abdul-Jabbar reveals the lessons Coach Wooden taught him through the "Pyramid of Success" and discusses how they in turn shaped his life. Through beautiful storytelling, Coach Wooden and Me takes you back to the basics of what a coach should be. PLEASE NOTE: When you purchase this title, the accompanying reference material will be available in your Library section along with the audio. Members Reviews: BRAVO, Big Fella!!! Awesome inside view of both Kareem an Coach that we have never seen before. So simple, so human, so honest about an amazing friendship! I cannot wait until I can share this with others! A WONDERFUL TRIBUTE This book is a moving, and touching tribute to the legendary coach and person John Wooden. It is beautifully written by one obviously deeply touched by his friendship. Love the insight Would you recommend this audiobook to a friend? If so, why? This book is for more than those who love basketball. It is also a good commentary on how friendship can thrive despite different backgrounds. I enjoyed the insight from Coach Wooden's life and approach to life/basketball. What about Kareem Abdul-Jabbars performance did you like? I enjoyed listening to this as it was read by the author. I feel that helps breath life into any story. I was deeply touched by Karim's story What did you love best about Coach Wooden and Me? I was moved by Karim's heartfelt story of his own evolution as a human being as well as the loving and respectful relationship that he developed with the coach over a 50 year period. The book answered a question I always had about the relationship between the Coach and Karim. Being a Bruin and an avid UCLA basketball fan, I have read a lot about UCLA Basketball starting from David Halberstam's masterpiece Breaks of the Game and most recently Bill Walton's autobiography, Coming From Dead. Bil Walton being very vocal and expressive we all know that the close relationship Bill had with the Coach. But there was never much information about the relationship, if any, existed between Karim and The Coach, post-UCLA. This book clarifies that question. They had developed in later years a deep and loving and caring relationship. It was great to know that. great book great book! easy to follow, alot of wisdom. Kareem is a good reader as well. https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/pd/Bios-Memoirs/Almost-Interesting-Audiobook/B014I52834 Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/312/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: Almost Interesting Subtitle: The Memoir Author: David Spade Narrator: David Spade Format: Unabridged Length: 6 hrs and 32 mins Language: English Release date: 10-27-15 Publisher: HarperAudio Ratings: 4.5 of 5 out of 2672 votes Genres: Bios & Memoirs, Celebrities Publisher's Summary: A hilarious and biting memoir from the actor, comedian, and Saturday Night Live alumnus. David Spade is best known for his harsh "Hollywood Minute" sketches on SNL, his starring roles in movies like Tommy Boy and Joe Dirt, and his seven-year stint as Dennis Finch on the series Just Shoot Me. Now, with a wit as dry as the weather in his home state of Arizona, the "comic brat extraordinaire" delivers a memoir. Spade takes fans back to his childhood as a wannabe cool younger brother and recounts his excruciating road tour to fame - when he was regularly mistaken for a 14-year-old. He dishes about his time on SNL during the beloved Rock/Sandler/Farley era of the 1990s and brags about the ridiculous perks that fame has brought into his life, including a crazy assistant who attacked him while he was sleeping, being threatened on the street in Beverly Hills by Eddie Murphy, and being one of the shortest guys at the Playboy mansion (the views weren't bad). Sometimes dirty, sometimes just plain silly, David Spade reminds us what made him one of our favorite funny people. biacuaduc@gmail.com (David Spade) Tue, 27 Oct 2015 20:40:01 GMT https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/pd/Bios-Memoirs/Almost-Interesting-Audiobook/B014I52834 thebookvoice.com 06:32:00 no Listen to full audiobooks for free on thebookvoice.com Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/312/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: Almost Interesting Subtitle: The Memoir Author: David Spade Narrator: David Spade Format: Unabridged Length: 6 hrs and 32 mins Language: English Release date: 10-27-15 Publisher: HarperAudio Ratings: 4.5 of 5 out of 2672 votes Genres: Bios & Memoirs, Celebrities Publisher's Summary: A hilarious and biting memoir from the actor, comedian, and Saturday Night Live alumnus. David Spade is best known for his harsh "Hollywood Minute" sketches on SNL, his starring roles in movies like Tommy Boy and Joe Dirt, and his seven-year stint as Dennis Finch on the series Just Shoot Me. Now, with a wit as dry as the weather in his home state of Arizona, the "comic brat extraordinaire" delivers a memoir. Spade takes fans back to his childhood as a wannabe cool younger brother and recounts his excruciating road tour to fame - when he was regularly mistaken for a 14-year-old. He dishes about his time on SNL during the beloved Rock/Sandler/Farley era of the 1990s and brags about the ridiculous perks that fame has brought into his life, including a crazy assistant who attacked him while he was sleeping, being threatened on the street in Beverly Hills by Eddie Murphy, and being one of the shortest guys at the Playboy mansion (the views weren't bad). Sometimes dirty, sometimes just plain silly, David Spade reminds us what made him one of our favorite funny people. Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/312/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: Almost Interesting Subtitle: The Memoir Author: David Spade Narrator: David Spade Format: Unabridged Length: 6 hrs and 32 mins Language: English Release date: 10-27-15 Publisher: HarperAudio Ratings: 4.5 of 5 out of 2672 votes Genres: Bios & Memoirs, Celebrities Publisher's Summary: A hilarious and biting memoir from the actor, comedian, and Saturday Night Live alumnus. David Spade is best known for his harsh "Hollywood Minute" sketches on SNL, his starring roles in movies like Tommy Boy and Joe Dirt, and his seven-year stint as Dennis Finch on the series Just Shoot Me. Now, with a wit as dry as the weather in his home state of Arizona, the "comic brat extraordinaire" delivers a memoir. Spade takes fans back to his childhood as a wannabe cool younger brother and recounts his excruciating road tour to fame - when he was regularly mistaken for a 14-year-old. He dishes about his time on SNL during the beloved Rock/Sandler/Farley era of the 1990s and brags about the ridiculous perks that fame has brought into his life, including a crazy assistant who attacked him while he was sleeping, being threatened on the street in Beverly Hills by Eddie Murphy, and being one of the shortest guys at the Playboy mansion (the views weren't bad). Sometimes dirty, sometimes just plain silly, David Spade reminds us what made him one of our favorite funny people. Members Reviews: Better than expected First off, I literally laughed out loud throughout the book. I love his humor and the delivery. He's so candid...It's surprising and entertaining. He sounds like a super down to earth celeb. Like fame never changed him.... Took long enough and he is an oak for withstanding it all and keeping at it. He is really funny. I like him more now than before yet I always found his subtle humor really funny. It was worth every penny FOR ME. I realize everyone's humor is different....but the title is a little off. It wasn't almost interesting. It was quite interesting... But he would never call it that because he's super humble and he doesn't want to seem pathetic. But for the record, you're not!! You're really funny :) Everything You Could Want in an Autobiography What about David Spades performance did you like? David Spade's complete self deprecating honesty. Let me note that I have never been a Spade fan, in fact, I pretty much loathed him to the point that I refused to watch most sitcoms or movies he was in simply because he was in them. It was only after I saw one of his stand up specials (I believe his most recent one) that I came to realize I actually love David Spade the person (or the person he portrays himself to be, I mean we all show a different self to the public, some are just a lot closer to our true selves than others) it's been the characters he's played that I've never liked. I know actors are separate from their characters but he played that type so often that I guess I mistakenly believed he WAS all those d-bag, ridiculously obnoxious types we all associate with him. What I took from this story was that while in the past he may have teetered insanely close to "being" that guy in real life, I think he always had a good heart & with time he has not only become a decent human being but is also able to reflect on his past behavior & ignorancy with a shudder that most of us can relate to when thinking back on our own youth. Was there a moment in the book that particularly moved you? The first few chapters when he discusses his early years. https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/pd/Bios-Memoirs/Superficial-Audiobook/B01K5Q79O8 Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/312/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: Superficial Subtitle: More Adventures from the Andy Cohen Diaries Author: Andy Cohen Narrator: Andy Cohen Format: Unabridged Length: 14 hrs and 32 mins Language: English Release date: 11-15-16 Publisher: Macmillan Audio Ratings: 4.5 of 5 out of 1208 votes Genres: Bios & Memoirs, Celebrities Publisher's Summary: The star-studded and sidesplitting follow up to The Andy Cohen Diaries. The megapopular host of Watch What Happens: Live and executive producer of the Real Housewives franchise is back, better than ever, and telling stories that will keep his publicist up at night. Since the publication of his last book, Andy has toured the country with his sidekick, Anderson Cooper; hit the radio waves with his own Sirius station, Radio Andy; appeared on Real Time with Bill Maher despite his mother's conviction he was not intellectually prepared; hosted NBC's primetime New Year's Eve special; guest edited Entertainment Weekly; starred in Bravo's Then & Now with Andy Cohen; offended celebrities with his ongoing case of foot-in-mouth disease; and welcomed home Teresa "Namaste" Giudice from a brief stint in jail. Hopping from the Hamptons to the Manhattan dating world, the dog park to the red carpet, Cardinals superfan and mama's boy Andy Cohen, with Wacha in tow, is the kind of star fans are dying to be friends with. This book gives them that chance. If The Andy Cohen Diaries was deemed "the literary equivalent of a Fresca and tequila" by Jimmy Fallon, Superficial is a double: dishier, juicier, and friskier. In this account of his escapades - personal, professional, and behind-the-scenes - Andy tells us not only what goes down but exactly what he thinks of it. biacuaduc@gmail.com (Andy Cohen) Tue, 15 Nov 2016 07:31:32 GMT https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/pd/Bios-Memoirs/Superficial-Audiobook/B01K5Q79O8 thebookvoice.com 14:32:00 no Listen to full audiobooks for free on thebookvoice.com Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/312/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: Superficial Subtitle: More Adventures from the Andy Cohen Diaries Author: Andy Cohen Narrator: Andy Cohen Format: Unabridged Length: 14 hrs and 32 mins Language: English Release date: 11-15-16 Publisher: Macmillan Audio Ratings: 4.5 of 5 out of 1208 votes Genres: Bios & Memoirs, Celebrities Publisher's Summary: The star-studded and sidesplitting follow up to The Andy Cohen Diaries. The megapopular host of Watch What Happens: Live and executive producer of the Real Housewives franchise is back, better than ever, and telling stories that will keep his publicist up at night. Since the publication of his last book, Andy has toured the country with his sidekick, Anderson Cooper; hit the radio waves with his own Sirius station, Radio Andy; appeared on Real Time with Bill Maher despite his mother's conviction he was not intellectually prepared; hosted NBC's primetime New Year's Eve special; guest edited Entertainment Weekly; starred in Bravo's Then & Now with Andy Cohen; offended celebrities with his ongoing case of foot-in-mouth disease; and welcomed home Teresa "Namaste" Giudice from a brief stint in jail. Hopping from the Hamptons to the Manhattan dating world, the dog park to the red carpet, Cardinals superfan and mama's boy Andy Cohen, with Wacha in tow, is the kind of star fans are dying to be friends with. This book gives them that chance. If The Andy Cohen Diaries was deemed "the literary equivalent of a Fresca and tequila" by Jimmy Fallon, Superficial is a double: dishier, juicier, and friskier. In this account of his escapades - personal, professional, and behind-the-scenes - Andy tells us not only what goes down but exactly what he thinks of it. Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/312/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: Superficial Subtitle: More Adventures from the Andy Cohen Diaries Author: Andy Cohen Narrator: Andy Cohen Format: Unabridged Length: 14 hrs and 32 mins Language: English Release date: 11-15-16 Publisher: Macmillan Audio Ratings: 4.5 of 5 out of 1208 votes Genres: Bios & Memoirs, Celebrities Publisher's Summary: The star-studded and sidesplitting follow up to The Andy Cohen Diaries. The megapopular host of Watch What Happens: Live and executive producer of the Real Housewives franchise is back, better than ever, and telling stories that will keep his publicist up at night. Since the publication of his last book, Andy has toured the country with his sidekick, Anderson Cooper; hit the radio waves with his own Sirius station, Radio Andy; appeared on Real Time with Bill Maher despite his mother's conviction he was not intellectually prepared; hosted NBC's primetime New Year's Eve special; guest edited Entertainment Weekly; starred in Bravo's Then & Now with Andy Cohen; offended celebrities with his ongoing case of foot-in-mouth disease; and welcomed home Teresa "Namaste" Giudice from a brief stint in jail. Hopping from the Hamptons to the Manhattan dating world, the dog park to the red carpet, Cardinals superfan and mama's boy Andy Cohen, with Wacha in tow, is the kind of star fans are dying to be friends with. This book gives them that chance. If The Andy Cohen Diaries was deemed "the literary equivalent of a Fresca and tequila" by Jimmy Fallon, Superficial is a double: dishier, juicier, and friskier. In this account of his escapades - personal, professional, and behind-the-scenes - Andy tells us not only what goes down but exactly what he thinks of it. Members Reviews: Was so excited but disappointed I was sooo excited for this book. I was disappointed. Andy was entertaining and I love his enthusiasm when he reads but I expected a lot more stories / substance. This book seems true to its title: "Superficial". Meaning even when he describes more than just what he did that day...has an anecdote...he seems to just breeze over it ...lightly brushing on it so much so that you sometimes almost miss it. I feel like this was an over promise under deliver situation. Total bummer. Very disappointed I was looking forward to Andy's third book. The first two had been outstanding, this one was a disappointment for me. This did not feel like a look into his life but more a lame attempt to follow up a truly great second book. I am an Andy fan but this book needed something more or less don't really know! Wanted to love it...but First let me say I took other reviewers advice and listened at 1.25. Also, I love everything Bravo so I was going in a fan and wanted to love it. But it was a little overhyped and if Andy wasn't over himself by the end - I was. It becomes whiny in places where no one can possibly be empathetic. (Sorry, not sorry Andy that your closet is palatial)? I kept expecting tales of fun escapades or crazy housewives adventures. Doesn't happen. It's a daily diary of who he saw & where - but nothing salacious like I thought. It's good if you enjoy Bravo & Andy but it's not everything I expected. I wanted to badly to love, but came away with like. Gossipy and at times ..............flat Would you listen to Superficial again? Why? He does what he does - so don't get to bothered when he over-acts. No, i would not listen to it again -- this is like a gossip newspaper - you just peruse and throw it away - that is the purpose of it all, and NOT a Churchill Biography....LOL superficial indeed did I really buy this? yes, you did. https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/pd/Bios-Memoirs/Girl-Walks-into-a-Bar-Audiobook/B007MWI0QK Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/312/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: Girl Walks into a Bar... Subtitle: Comedy Calamities, Dating Disasters, and a Midlife Miracle Author: Rachel Dratch Narrator: Rachel Dratch Format: Unabridged Length: 5 hrs and 12 mins Language: English Release date: 04-03-12 Publisher: Penguin Audio Ratings: 4 of 5 out of 3859 votes Genres: Bios & Memoirs, Celebrities Publisher's Summary: In this side-splitting memoir, the former Saturday Night Live star recounts the hilarious adventures and unexpected joy of dating and becoming a mother when she least expected it - at the age of 44. Anyone who saw an episode of Saturday Night Live between 1999 and 2006 knows Rachel Dratch. She was hilarious! So what happened to her? After a misbegotten part as Jenna on the pilot of 30 Rock, Dratch was only getting offered roles as "Lesbians. Secretaries. Sometimes secretaries who are lesbians." Her career at a low point, Dratch suddenly had time for yoga, dog-sitting, learning Spanish - and dating. After all, what did a forty-something single woman living in New York have to lose? Resigned to childlessness but still hoping for romance, Dratch was out for drinks with a friend when she met John. Handsome and funny, after only six months of dating long-distance, he became the inadvertent father of her wholly unplanned, undreamed-of child and moved to New York to be a dad. With riotous humor, Dratch recounts breaking the news to her bewildered parents, the awe of her single friends, and the awkwardness of a baby-care class where the instructor kept tossing out the f-word. Filled with great behind-the-scenes anecdotes from Dratch's time on SNL, Girl Walks into a Bar is a refreshing version of the "happily ever after" story that proves female comics - like best sellers Tina Fey and Chelsea Handler - are truly having their moment. biacuaduc@gmail.com (Rachel Dratch) Tue, 03 Apr 2012 06:40:43 GMT https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/pd/Bios-Memoirs/Girl-Walks-into-a-Bar-Audiobook/B007MWI0QK thebookvoice.com 05:12:00 no Listen to full audiobooks for free on thebookvoice.com Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/312/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: Girl Walks into a Bar... Subtitle: Comedy Calamities, Dating Disasters, and a Midlife Miracle Author: Rachel Dratch Narrator: Rachel Dratch Format: Unabridged Length: 5 hrs and 12 mins Language: English Release date: 04-03-12 Publisher: Penguin Audio Ratings: 4 of 5 out of 3859 votes Genres: Bios & Memoirs, Celebrities Publisher's Summary: In this side-splitting memoir, the former Saturday Night Live star recounts the hilarious adventures and unexpected joy of dating and becoming a mother when she least expected it - at the age of 44. Anyone who saw an episode of Saturday Night Live between 1999 and 2006 knows Rachel Dratch. She was hilarious! So what happened to her? After a misbegotten part as Jenna on the pilot of 30 Rock, Dratch was only getting offered roles as "Lesbians. Secretaries. Sometimes secretaries who are lesbians." Her career at a low point, Dratch suddenly had time for yoga, dog-sitting, learning Spanish - and dating. After all, what did a forty-something single woman living in New York have to lose? Resigned to childlessness but still hoping for romance, Dratch was out for drinks with a friend when she met John. Handsome and funny, after only six months of dating long-distance, he became the inadvertent father of her wholly unplanned, undreamed-of child and moved to New York to be a dad. With riotous humor, Dratch recounts breaking the news to her bewildered parents, the awe of her single friends, and the awkwardness of a baby-care class where the instructor kept tossing out the f-word. Filled with great behind-the-scenes anecdotes from Dratch's time on SNL, Girl Walks into a Bar is a refreshing version of the "happily ever after" story that proves female comics - like best sellers Tina Fey and Chelsea Handler - are truly having their moment. Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/312/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: Girl Walks into a Bar... Subtitle: Comedy Calamities, Dating Disasters, and a Midlife Miracle Author: Rachel Dratch Narrator: Rachel Dratch Format: Unabridged Length: 5 hrs and 12 mins Language: English Release date: 04-03-12 Publisher: Penguin Audio Ratings: 4 of 5 out of 3859 votes Genres: Bios & Memoirs, Celebrities Publisher's Summary: In this side-splitting memoir, the former Saturday Night Live star recounts the hilarious adventures and unexpected joy of dating and becoming a mother when she least expected it - at the age of 44. Anyone who saw an episode of Saturday Night Live between 1999 and 2006 knows Rachel Dratch. She was hilarious! So what happened to her? After a misbegotten part as Jenna on the pilot of 30 Rock, Dratch was only getting offered roles as "Lesbians. Secretaries. Sometimes secretaries who are lesbians." Her career at a low point, Dratch suddenly had time for yoga, dog-sitting, learning Spanish - and dating. After all, what did a forty-something single woman living in New York have to lose? Resigned to childlessness but still hoping for romance, Dratch was out for drinks with a friend when she met John. Handsome and funny, after only six months of dating long-distance, he became the inadvertent father of her wholly unplanned, undreamed-of child and moved to New York to be a dad. With riotous humor, Dratch recounts breaking the news to her bewildered parents, the awe of her single friends, and the awkwardness of a baby-care class where the instructor kept tossing out the f-word. Filled with great behind-the-scenes anecdotes from Dratch's time on SNL, Girl Walks into a Bar is a refreshing version of the "happily ever after" story that proves female comics - like best sellers Tina Fey and Chelsea Handler - are truly having their moment. Members Reviews: Hanging out with Rachel Dratch Would you listen to Girl Walks into a Bar... again? Why? Yes, because there is ALWAYS something new for me to hear. What was one of the most memorable moments of Girl Walks into a Bar...? The letter from Doug. What does Rachel Dratch bring to the story that you wouldnt experience if you just read the book? See additional Comments Did you have an extreme reaction to this book? Did it make you laugh or cry? Both! There were some really funny parts and some parts that made me shed a tear. Any additional comments? I just finished the audio book. It is SO funny! Its open & honest with a slight edginess. Its that edginess that is its GREATEST charm. Listening to Rachel's easy conversational style, I get the feeling that Im hanging out, (at a bar, of course, with a couple of glasses of Pinot) talking to an old friend. Flowing comedic reality This is a genuine laugh out loud listen. New Zealands State Highway one echoed to my laughter as I drove my truck through the night. I have recently suffered some personal trauma and this listen was much better than any drug to put me back on top and the colour back into life. Rachels Dratch's self effacing honesty and wry observations left me wanting more. Please write another to bring us up to date Rachel. Im keeping this one as an antidote to any future depression. My only criticism, and its a minor one, is that you read a bit fast which can detract. Could not stop listening If you could sum up Girl Walks into a Bar... in three words, what would they be? Funny, Funny & Heartwarming Who was your favorite character and why? Rachel of course. Have you listened to any of Rachel Dratchs other performances before? How does this one compare? Was not aware that she has read or written other books. https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/pd/Bios-Memoirs/Cesar-Millans-Lessons-from-the-Pack-Audiobook/B077NRC9MX Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/312/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: Cesar Millan's Lessons from the Pack Subtitle: Stories of the Dogs Who Changed My Life Author: Cesar Millan, Melissa Jo Peltier Narrator: Cesar Millan, Angelo Di Loreto Format: Unabridged Length: 5 hrs and 34 mins Language: English Release date: 12-19-17 Publisher: Audible Studios Ratings: 4.5 of 5 out of 21 votes Genres: Bios & Memoirs, Celebrities Publisher's Summary: In this inspiring book, best-selling author and "Dog Whisperer" Cesar Millan uses decades of experience to reveal the many ways that dogs and people can enrich each other's lives, sharing eight essential life lessons imparted by a group of very special dogs he's trained over the years. From his roster of celebrity clients to his reality television series, Cesar Millan is America's most sought-after dog behavior expert. Now, he reveals the amazing ways that our pets can teach us. In this affecting book, he shares eight heartwarming stories about the dogs that have inspired him the most - and the lessons he's learned from them about healing and more. Each chapter, drawing on celebrity and non-celebrity clients alike, spotlights the essential traits that allow these animals to make the best of their situations - from authenticity to acceptance - and reveals how we can embrace these values to enrich our own lives. Sharing never-before-told insights, Cesar imparts a unique blueprint for seeking happiness and fulfillment through canine companionship. biacuaduc@gmail.com (Cesar Millan) Tue, 19 Dec 2017 01:15:10 GMT https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/pd/Bios-Memoirs/Cesar-Millans-Lessons-from-the-Pack-Audiobook/B077NRC9MX thebookvoice.com 05:34:00 no Listen to full audiobooks for free on thebookvoice.com Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/312/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: Cesar Millan's Lessons from the Pack Subtitle: Stories of the Dogs Who Changed My Life Author: Cesar Millan, Melissa Jo Peltier Narrator: Cesar Millan, Angelo Di Loreto Format: Unabridged Length: 5 hrs and 34 mins Language: English Release date: 12-19-17 Publisher: Audible Studios Ratings: 4.5 of 5 out of 21 votes Genres: Bios & Memoirs, Celebrities Publisher's Summary: In this inspiring book, best-selling author and "Dog Whisperer" Cesar Millan uses decades of experience to reveal the many ways that dogs and people can enrich each other's lives, sharing eight essential life lessons imparted by a group of very special dogs he's trained over the years. From his roster of celebrity clients to his reality television series, Cesar Millan is America's most sought-after dog behavior expert. Now, he reveals the amazing ways that our pets can teach us. In this affecting book, he shares eight heartwarming stories about the dogs that have inspired him the most - and the lessons he's learned from them about healing and more. Each chapter, drawing on celebrity and non-celebrity clients alike, spotlights the essential traits that allow these animals to make the best of their situations - from authenticity to acceptance - and reveals how we can embrace these values to enrich our own lives. Sharing never-before-told insights, Cesar imparts a unique blueprint for seeking happiness and fulfillment through canine companionship. Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/312/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: Cesar Millan's Lessons from the Pack Subtitle: Stories of the Dogs Who Changed My Life Author: Cesar Millan, Melissa Jo Peltier Narrator: Cesar Millan, Angelo Di Loreto Format: Unabridged Length: 5 hrs and 34 mins Language: English Release date: 12-19-17 Publisher: Audible Studios Ratings: 4.5 of 5 out of 21 votes Genres: Bios & Memoirs, Celebrities Publisher's Summary: In this inspiring book, best-selling author and "Dog Whisperer" Cesar Millan uses decades of experience to reveal the many ways that dogs and people can enrich each other's lives, sharing eight essential life lessons imparted by a group of very special dogs he's trained over the years. From his roster of celebrity clients to his reality television series, Cesar Millan is America's most sought-after dog behavior expert. Now, he reveals the amazing ways that our pets can teach us. In this affecting book, he shares eight heartwarming stories about the dogs that have inspired him the most - and the lessons he's learned from them about healing and more. Each chapter, drawing on celebrity and non-celebrity clients alike, spotlights the essential traits that allow these animals to make the best of their situations - from authenticity to acceptance - and reveals how we can embrace these values to enrich our own lives. Sharing never-before-told insights, Cesar imparts a unique blueprint for seeking happiness and fulfillment through canine companionship. Members Reviews: Insightful I loved everything about this book! The insight I received while listening to Cesar Millans own life lessons and experiences was surprising and is better than the majority of the spiritual or self help books I have read yet. A new side from Cesar Millan What made the experience of listening to Cesar Millan's Lessons from the Pack the most enjoyable? I can't stop listening to it. This time he is going in a different directions showing us what dogs taught him. It is so emotional that many times tears roll when you hear to what the dogs he talks about had to go through, and what he had to deal with to become who he is. Who was your favorite character and why? Cesar Millan. You can feel his evolution from the very beginning. What does Cesar Millan and Angelo Di Loreto bring to the story that you wouldnt experience if you just read the book? When Cesar reads it makes all the experience more real, but Angelo Di Loreto is far the best professional reader I've heard in Audible till now. He makes me feel what he says. Was this a book you wanted to listen to all in one sitting? I would love to, but I don't have enough spare time to do it. https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/pd/Bios-Memoirs/Love-Life-Audiobook/B00HX33F8Q Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/312/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: Love Life Author: Rob Lowe Narrator: Rob Lowe Format: Unabridged Length: 7 hrs and 33 mins Language: English Release date: 04-08-14 Publisher: Simon & Schuster Audio Ratings: 4.5 of 5 out of 2475 votes Genres: Bios & Memoirs, Celebrities Publisher's Summary: Actor, producer, and New York Times best-selling author Rob Lowe offers up a collection of personal stories in an honest and celebratory memoir about men and women, art and commerce, fathers and sons, addiction and recovery, and sex and love. Actor Rob Lowe is an entertaining raconteur whose best-selling first audiobook, Stories I Only Tell My Friends: An Autobiography, was hailed as "self-deprecatingly funny" (The New York Times) and "thoroughly entertaining" (Time) and earned the author the cover of Vanity Fair. Love Life serves up another delicious selection of intimate stories and observations from Lowe's life, told with humor, warmth, and brutal honesty. After writing his acclaimed debut effort, Lowe felt he had more stories to share and many more friends to introduce. The result is a touching memoir about the business and craft of acting, the pitfalls of success, family, love, and much more. Among the many adventures Lowe describes in Love Life are what it's like in the trenches as both the star and producer of a flop TV show; how a visit, as a 20-year-old, to Hugh Hefner's Playboy Mansion led to a surprise in the hot tub; how an actor prepares for a role, as well as the practical, boots-on-the-ground details no drama or film school would ever teach you. You'll delight at the hilarious account of the time a major movie star stole his girlfriend, and of coaching a kid's basketball team dominated by omnipresent helicopter parents. The story of coming to terms with his son's departure to college for the education his father never got will touch anyone with a family. Building on Stories I Only Tell My Friends, Love Life is the literary equivalent of returning to a favorite restaurant to savor a completely different, delicious new dish. If you love life, you'll love this audiobook. biacuaduc@gmail.com (Rob Lowe) Tue, 08 Apr 2014 06:50:13 GMT https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/pd/Bios-Memoirs/Love-Life-Audiobook/B00HX33F8Q thebookvoice.com 07:33:00 no Listen to full audiobooks for free on thebookvoice.com Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/312/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: Love Life Author: Rob Lowe Narrator: Rob Lowe Format: Unabridged Length: 7 hrs and 33 mins Language: English Release date: 04-08-14 Publisher: Simon & Schuster Audio Ratings: 4.5 of 5 out of 2475 votes Genres: Bios & Memoirs, Celebrities Publisher's Summary: Actor, producer, and New York Times best-selling author Rob Lowe offers up a collection of personal stories in an honest and celebratory memoir about men and women, art and commerce, fathers and sons, addiction and recovery, and sex and love. Actor Rob Lowe is an entertaining raconteur whose best-selling first audiobook, Stories I Only Tell My Friends: An Autobiography, was hailed as "self-deprecatingly funny" (The New York Times) and "thoroughly entertaining" (Time) and earned the author the cover of Vanity Fair. Love Life serves up another delicious selection of intimate stories and observations from Lowe's life, told with humor, warmth, and brutal honesty. After writing his acclaimed debut effort, Lowe felt he had more stories to share and many more friends to introduce. The result is a touching memoir about the business and craft of acting, the pitfalls of success, family, love, and much more. Among the many adventures Lowe describes in Love Life are what it's like in the trenches as both the star and producer of a flop TV show; how a visit, as a 20-year-old, to Hugh Hefner's Playboy Mansion led to a surprise in the hot tub; how an actor prepares for a role, as well as the practical, boots-on-the-ground details no drama or film school would ever teach you. You'll delight at the hilarious account of the time a major movie star stole his girlfriend, and of coaching a kid's basketball team dominated by omnipresent helicopter parents. The story of coming to terms with his son's departure to college for the education his father never got will touch anyone with a family. Building on Stories I Only Tell My Friends, Love Life is the literary equivalent of returning to a favorite restaurant to savor a completely different, delicious new dish. If you love life, you'll love this audiobook. Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/312/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: Love Life Author: Rob Lowe Narrator: Rob Lowe Format: Unabridged Length: 7 hrs and 33 mins Language: English Release date: 04-08-14 Publisher: Simon & Schuster Audio Ratings: 4.5 of 5 out of 2475 votes Genres: Bios & Memoirs, Celebrities Publisher's Summary: Actor, producer, and New York Times best-selling author Rob Lowe offers up a collection of personal stories in an honest and celebratory memoir about men and women, art and commerce, fathers and sons, addiction and recovery, and sex and love. Actor Rob Lowe is an entertaining raconteur whose best-selling first audiobook, Stories I Only Tell My Friends: An Autobiography, was hailed as "self-deprecatingly funny" (The New York Times) and "thoroughly entertaining" (Time) and earned the author the cover of Vanity Fair. Love Life serves up another delicious selection of intimate stories and observations from Lowe's life, told with humor, warmth, and brutal honesty. After writing his acclaimed debut effort, Lowe felt he had more stories to share and many more friends to introduce. The result is a touching memoir about the business and craft of acting, the pitfalls of success, family, love, and much more. Among the many adventures Lowe describes in Love Life are what it's like in the trenches as both the star and producer of a flop TV show; how a visit, as a 20-year-old, to Hugh Hefner's Playboy Mansion led to a surprise in the hot tub; how an actor prepares for a role, as well as the practical, boots-on-the-ground details no drama or film school would ever teach you. You'll delight at the hilarious account of the time a major movie star stole his girlfriend, and of coaching a kid's basketball team dominated by omnipresent helicopter parents. The story of coming to terms with his son's departure to college for the education his father never got will touch anyone with a family. Building on Stories I Only Tell My Friends, Love Life is the literary equivalent of returning to a favorite restaurant to savor a completely different, delicious new dish. If you love life, you'll love this audiobook. Members Reviews: Open, Honest, Sentimental... not quite as Intimate In Rob Lowes first book he shared an intimate portrait of himself - sharing his vulnerabilities, his failures and successes, his friendships and loves. He was open and honest and humble. I came away from that book feeling as though he had allowed me to know his heart and I became a bigger fan than I had been before. Stories I Only Tell My Friends was a wonderful memoir from a man who was willing to learn from his mistakes and share those lessons with me. I loved it. So, when Love Life was released I immediately added it to my audible.com Wish List. I finally read it yesterday and today. This sophomore effort is good - but not as good as Stories was. Mr Lowe remains open, unpretentious and self-aware. He shares much about his love for his family and is particularly vulnerable when speaking of his two sons. He certainly allows us to see that he truly does love his life. But at times I felt the book became a how to book for aspiring actors. Although I enjoy the glimpses into this world that I know nothing about, the reason I loved Stories was that he opened his heart and mind and shared his inner self. That is what I was looking for in Love Life, He did it, but not as much, and I wanted more. Having said that, I look forward to a third installment. Fantastic listen - bravo Rob! Would you recommend this audiobook to a friend? If so, why? I read Rob Lowe's first book earlier this summer on the recommendation from a very well-read (think massive non-fiction tomes) friend, and I thoroughly enjoyed it. https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/pd/Bios-Memoirs/Fresh-Off-the-Boat-Audiobook/B00AY45QHO Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/312/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: Fresh Off the Boat Subtitle: A Memoir Author: Eddie Huang Narrator: Eddie Huang Format: Unabridged Length: 7 hrs and 55 mins Language: English Release date: 01-29-13 Publisher: Random House Audio Ratings: 4.5 of 5 out of 1089 votes Genres: Bios & Memoirs, Celebrities Publisher's Summary: "Long before I met him, I was a fan of his writing, and his merciless wit. Hes bigger than food." (Anthony Bourdain) Eddie Huang is the 30-year-old proprietor of Baohaus - the hot East Village hangout where foodies, stoners, and students come to stuff their faces with delicious Taiwanese street food late into the night - and one of the food worlds brightest and most controversial young stars. But before he created the perfect home for himself in a small patch of downtown New York, Eddie wandered the American wilderness looking for a place to call his own. Eddie grew up in theme-park America, on a could-be-anywhere cul-de-sac in suburban Orlando, raised by a wild family of FOB ("fresh off the boat") hustlers and hysterics from Taiwan. While his father improbably launched a series of successful seafood and steak restaurants, Eddie burned his way through American culture, defying every "model minority" stereotype along the way. He obsessed over football, fought the all-American boys who called him a chink, partied like a gremlin, sold drugs with his crew, and idolized Tupac. His anchor through it all was food - from making Southern ribs with the Haitian cooks in his dads restaurant to preparing traditional meals in his mothers kitchen to haunting the midnight markets of Taipei when he was shipped off to the homeland. After misadventures as an unlikely lawyer, street fashion renegade, and stand-up comic, Eddie finally threw everything he loved - past and present, family, and food - into his own restaurant, bringing together a legacy stretching back to China and the shards of global culture hed melded into his own identity. Funny, raw, and moving, and told in an irrepressibly alive and original voice, Fresh Off the Boat recasts the immigrants story for the 21st century. Its a story of food, family, and the forging of a new notion of what it means to be American. Critic Reviews: "Mercilessly funny and provocative, Fresh Off the Boat is also a serious piece of work - and an important one. Eddie Huang is hunting nothing less than Big Game here - a question, a conversation, an argument: Who are we? If somebodys going to put a thumb in your eye, it should probably be Eddie Huang. He does everything with style." (Anthony Bourdain) "Brash, leading-edge, and unapologetically hip, Huang reconfigures the popular foodie memoir into something worthwhile and very memorable." ( Publishers Weekly) "Eddie Huang has a delightfully funny and down-to-earth narration style that captures the cultural nuances, mannerisms, and speech patterns of a diverse range of characters.... [H]is affable persona, expressive reading, occasional chuckles, and intentional digressions from the book to directly address audio listeners make his story and performance compelling and charming." ( AudioFile) biacuaduc@gmail.com (Eddie Huang) Tue, 29 Jan 2013 04:36:23 GMT https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/pd/Bios-Memoirs/Fresh-Off-the-Boat-Audiobook/B00AY45QHO thebookvoice.com 07:55:00 no Listen to full audiobooks for free on thebookvoice.com Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/312/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: Fresh Off the Boat Subtitle: A Memoir Author: Eddie Huang Narrator: Eddie Huang Format: Unabridged Length: 7 hrs and 55 mins Language: English Release date: 01-29-13 Publisher: Random House Audio Ratings: 4.5 of 5 out of 1089 votes Genres: Bios & Memoirs, Celebrities Publisher's Summary: "Long before I met him, I was a fan of his writing, and his merciless wit. Hes bigger than food." (Anthony Bourdain) Eddie Huang is the 30-year-old proprietor of Baohaus - the hot East Village hangout where foodies, stoners, and students come to stuff their faces with delicious Taiwanese street food late into the night - and one of the food worlds brightest and most controversial young stars. But before he created the perfect home for himself in a small patch of downtown New York, Eddie wandered the American wilderness looking for a place to call his own. Eddie grew up in theme-park America, on a could-be-anywhere cul-de-sac in suburban Orlando, raised by a wild family of FOB ("fresh off the boat") hustlers and hysterics from Taiwan. While his father improbably launched a series of successful seafood and steak restaurants, Eddie burned his way through American culture, defying every "model minority" stereotype along the way. He obsessed over football, fought the all-American boys who called him a chink, partied like a gremlin, sold drugs with his crew, and idolized Tupac. His anchor through it all was food - from making Southern ribs with the Haitian cooks in his dads restaurant to preparing traditional meals in his mothers kitchen to haunting the midnight markets of Taipei when he was shipped off to the homeland. After misadventures as an unlikely lawyer, street fashion renegade, and stand-up comic, Eddie finally threw everything he loved - past and present, family, and food - into his own restaurant, bringing together a legacy stretching back to China and the shards of global culture hed melded into his own identity. Funny, raw, and moving, and told in an irrepressibly alive and original voice, Fresh Off the Boat recasts the immigrants story for the 21st century. Its a story of food, family, and the forging of a new notion of what it means to be American. Critic Reviews: "Mercilessly funny and provocative, Fresh Off the Boat is also a serious piece of work - and an important one. Eddie Huang is hunting nothing less than Big Game here - a question, a conversation, an argument: Who are we? If somebodys going to put a thumb in your eye, it should probably be Eddie Huang. He does everything with style." (Anthony Bourdain) "Brash, leading-edge, and unapologetically hip, Huang reconfigures the popular foodie memoir into something worthwhile and very memorable." ( Publishers Weekly) "Eddie Huang has a delightfully funny and down-to-earth narration style that captures the cultural nuances, mannerisms, and speech patterns of a diverse range of characters.... [H]is affable persona, expressive reading, occasional chuckles, and intentional digressions from the book to directly address audio listeners make his story and performance compelling and charming." ( AudioFile) Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/312/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: Fresh Off the Boat Subtitle: A Memoir Author: Eddie Huang Narrator: Eddie Huang Format: Unabridged Length: 7 hrs and 55 mins Language: English Release date: 01-29-13 Publisher: Random House Audio Ratings: 4.5 of 5 out of 1089 votes Genres: Bios & Memoirs, Celebrities Publisher's Summary: "Long before I met him, I was a fan of his writing, and his merciless wit. Hes bigger than food." (Anthony Bourdain) Eddie Huang is the 30-year-old proprietor of Baohaus - the hot East Village hangout where foodies, stoners, and students come to stuff their faces with delicious Taiwanese street food late into the night - and one of the food worlds brightest and most controversial young stars. But before he created the perfect home for himself in a small patch of downtown New York, Eddie wandered the American wilderness looking for a place to call his own. Eddie grew up in theme-park America, on a could-be-anywhere cul-de-sac in suburban Orlando, raised by a wild family of FOB ("fresh off the boat") hustlers and hysterics from Taiwan. While his father improbably launched a series of successful seafood and steak restaurants, Eddie burned his way through American culture, defying every "model minority" stereotype along the way. He obsessed over football, fought the all-American boys who called him a chink, partied like a gremlin, sold drugs with his crew, and idolized Tupac. His anchor through it all was food - from making Southern ribs with the Haitian cooks in his dads restaurant to preparing traditional meals in his mothers kitchen to haunting the midnight markets of Taipei when he was shipped off to the homeland. After misadventures as an unlikely lawyer, street fashion renegade, and stand-up comic, Eddie finally threw everything he loved - past and present, family, and food - into his own restaurant, bringing together a legacy stretching back to China and the shards of global culture hed melded into his own identity. Funny, raw, and moving, and told in an irrepressibly alive and original voice, Fresh Off the Boat recasts the immigrants story for the 21st century. Its a story of food, family, and the forging of a new notion of what it means to be American. Critic Reviews: "Mercilessly funny and provocative, Fresh Off the Boat is also a serious piece of work - and an important one. Eddie Huang is hunting nothing less than Big Game here - a question, a conversation, an argument: Who are we? If somebodys going to put a thumb in your eye, it should probably be Eddie Huang. He does everything with style." (Anthony Bourdain) "Brash, leading-edge, and unapologetically hip, Huang reconfigures the popular foodie memoir into something worthwhile and very memorable." ( Publishers Weekly) "Eddie Huang has a delightfully funny and down-to-earth narration style that captures the cultural nuances, mannerisms, and speech patterns of a diverse range of characters.... [H]is affable persona, expressive reading, occasional chuckles, and intentional digressions from the book to directly address audio listeners make his story and performance compelling and charming." ( AudioFile) Members Reviews: Amazing What I thought was going to be a simple "how i did it" memoir was so much more. Eddie's insights into race and culture are invaluable, and uniquely broadcast from his one-of-a-kind cadence and tone. Not only is the text itself a pleasure, but Eddie's reading of it is lively, entertaining, honest, and refreshing. He often goes "off-script" during the audiobook, elaborating in ways he doesn't in the printed version. https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/pd/Bios-Memoirs/How-Not-to-Be-a-Boy-Audiobook/B06XHPLYV1 Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/312/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: How Not to Be a Boy Author: Robert Webb Narrator: Robert Webb Format: Unabridged Length: 8 hrs and 52 mins Language: English Release date: 08-29-17 Publisher: Audible Studios Ratings: 4.5 of 5 out of 197 votes Genres: Bios & Memoirs, Celebrities Publisher's Summary: Rules for Being a Man: But Robert Webb has been wondering for some time now: are those rules actually any use? To anyone? Looking back over his life, from schoolboy crushes (on girls and boys) to discovering the power of making people laugh (in the Cambridge Footlights with David Mitchell), and from losing his beloved mother to becoming a husband and father, Robert Webb considers the absurd expectations boys and men have thrust upon them at every stage of life. Hilarious and heartbreaking, How Not to Be a Boy explores the relationships that made Robert who he is as a man, the lessons we learn as sons and daughters, and the understanding that sometimes you aren't the Luke Skywalker of your life - you're actually Darth Vader. Critic Reviews: "Quite simply brilliant. I (genuinely) cried. I (genuinely) laughed out loud. It's profound, touching, personal yet universal. I loved it." (JK Rowling) "Takes us deftly from hilarity to heart-stopping hurt.... A truly great read." (Dawn French) "A witty and honest coming-of-age story." (Ian Rankin) "If you have ever loved, liked or known a man, please read this book." (Katy Brand) "A brilliant, brave book." (Matt Lucas) biacuaduc@gmail.com (Robert Webb) Tue, 29 Aug 2017 11:33:38 GMT https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/pd/Bios-Memoirs/How-Not-to-Be-a-Boy-Audiobook/B06XHPLYV1 thebookvoice.com 08:52:00 no Listen to full audiobooks for free on thebookvoice.com Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/312/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: How Not to Be a Boy Author: Robert Webb Narrator: Robert Webb Format: Unabridged Length: 8 hrs and 52 mins Language: English Release date: 08-29-17 Publisher: Audible Studios Ratings: 4.5 of 5 out of 197 votes Genres: Bios & Memoirs, Celebrities Publisher's Summary: Rules for Being a Man: But Robert Webb has been wondering for some time now: are those rules actually any use? To anyone? Looking back over his life, from schoolboy crushes (on girls and boys) to discovering the power of making people laugh (in the Cambridge Footlights with David Mitchell), and from losing his beloved mother to becoming a husband and father, Robert Webb considers the absurd expectations boys and men have thrust upon them at every stage of life. Hilarious and heartbreaking, How Not to Be a Boy explores the relationships that made Robert who he is as a man, the lessons we learn as sons and daughters, and the understanding that sometimes you aren't the Luke Skywalker of your life - you're actually Darth Vader. Critic Reviews: "Quite simply brilliant. I (genuinely) cried. I (genuinely) laughed out loud. It's profound, touching, personal yet universal. I loved it." (JK Rowling) "Takes us deftly from hilarity to heart-stopping hurt.... A truly great read." (Dawn French) "A witty and honest coming-of-age story." (Ian Rankin) "If you have ever loved, liked or known a man, please read this book." (Katy Brand) "A brilliant, brave book." (Matt Lucas) Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/312/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: How Not to Be a Boy Author: Robert Webb Narrator: Robert Webb Format: Unabridged Length: 8 hrs and 52 mins Language: English Release date: 08-29-17 Publisher: Audible Studios Ratings: 4.5 of 5 out of 197 votes Genres: Bios & Memoirs, Celebrities Publisher's Summary: Rules for Being a Man: But Robert Webb has been wondering for some time now: are those rules actually any use? To anyone? Looking back over his life, from schoolboy crushes (on girls and boys) to discovering the power of making people laugh (in the Cambridge Footlights with David Mitchell), and from losing his beloved mother to becoming a husband and father, Robert Webb considers the absurd expectations boys and men have thrust upon them at every stage of life. Hilarious and heartbreaking, How Not to Be a Boy explores the relationships that made Robert who he is as a man, the lessons we learn as sons and daughters, and the understanding that sometimes you aren't the Luke Skywalker of your life - you're actually Darth Vader. Critic Reviews: "Quite simply brilliant. I (genuinely) cried. I (genuinely) laughed out loud. It's profound, touching, personal yet universal. I loved it." (JK Rowling) "Takes us deftly from hilarity to heart-stopping hurt.... A truly great read." (Dawn French) "A witty and honest coming-of-age story." (Ian Rankin) "If you have ever loved, liked or known a man, please read this book." (Katy Brand) "A brilliant, brave book." (Matt Lucas) Members Reviews: Brilliant read. Well worth the credit. Alternating between furiously funny and fascinatingly introspective, this book had me laughing out loud and blinking back tears. Bought and finished in one day and left me wanting more. Oh god. SOOOOO good! It's been a long time since I read a book that was entertaining, enlightening, poignant, and a million other complementary adjectives. I am laughing and welling up in equal measure. I have to say, it is very brave of him to include so much personal info from his teenage years. You have to get this book. You will NOT regret it! Smart. Funny. Brilliant. Honest. Groundbreaking. I didnt know who Robert Webb was. Im from across the pond, so have not had the pleasure of watching his brand of comedy. The title and description intrigued me, so I pre-ordered the audio book impulsively. Best decision I could have made. The book is part memoir, part slice of British culture, part research paper. I loved this audiobook. Im still thinking about it. This man is someone I want to learn more about. Im a fan. Thank You Robert. I love your story very much, and it helps to hear from someone who's undergone trauma similar to mine. Thanks for sharing it. Some Girls Wander By Mistake Agree or disagree with his positions as laid out in the book, what is provided is an interesting look inside Robert Webb's head. One's experiences and life help provide an excellent insight into their views and, if you ever wondered what drove the man, Robert gives you a road map to his. That is a core strength to the book if you want to understand him better. The weakness of this book is that it gets lost somewhere along the way. You will be moving along this memoir and then the soapbox comes out of nowhere. It's his book and it is his right to wedge it in out of nowhere, but it comes off as forced and ruins the flow. The last few chapters are a perfect example of this. Great memoir segment and then BAMMM "Hello, I am Robert Webb and let me explain again to you that I am a feminist ally." No problem with him saying it, just a matter of flow. The again, you have to take all of this with a grain of salt. https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/pd/Bios-Memoirs/Settle-for-More-Audiobook/B01GGOJYGY Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/312/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: Settle for More Author: Megyn Kelly Narrator: Megyn Kelly Format: Unabridged Length: 10 hrs and 7 mins Language: English Release date: 11-15-16 Publisher: HarperAudio Ratings: 4.5 of 5 out of 2489 votes Genres: Bios & Memoirs, Celebrities Publisher's Summary: Anchor of the number-one news show on cable, The Kelly File, Fox News Channel's Megyn Kelly writes her much anticipated book, a revealing and surprising memoir detailing her rise as one of the most respected journalists working today. From the values and lessons that have shaped her career to her time at the center of the chaotic 2016 Republican presidential primary, this book offers an inside look at an uncompromising woman's journey to the top of the news business. In the two and half years since her show, The Kelly File, premiered on the Fox News Channel, Megyn Kelly has cemented her reputation as one of the most respected and hardest hitting journalists in America. Tackling issues from both sides of the aisle, live in prime time five nights a week, Kelly has embraced difficult questions - fearlessly pressing for answers as she redefines the face of news for her more than two million nightly viewers. Now, in her debut book, Kelly goes behind the scenes of the stories and the storms that have made her one of the most talked about public figures in America. From growing up in a tough-love family where she had to earn her praise to her father's sudden, tragic death while she was still in high school to the news stories that launched her journalism career, Kelly traces the values and experiences - both good and bad - that landed her in the anchor chair. With the same bold and brave voice that has won her fans across the political divide, she opens up about the controversy that made her a household name, telling her side of Donald Trump's feud with her while sharing never-before-heard details about the infamous first Republican debate, its challenging aftermath, and how she persevered through it all, winning widespread admiration while maintaining her professionalism. Speaking candidly about the career-changing decision that led her to "settle for more" - a motto she credits with leading her to a better life at home and at work - Kelly also discusses how she approaches gender in the workplace, demonstrating how her success is rooted in Steve Martin's old adage: "Be so good they can't ignore you." Throughout her meteoric career, Megyn Kelly has been a source of fascination and speculation. Men and women, Republicans and Democrats, viewers of Fox News and the network's most diehard detractors have all sought to understand what she stands for and what matters to her. With this deeply personal account of her life, she answers critics and fans alike. At once humorous, uplifting, and revealing, Settle for More offers unparalleled insight into one of the most charismatic and intriguing television personalities in a generation and will be one of the most talked about books from an influential voice unlike any other. biacuaduc@gmail.com (Megyn Kelly) Tue, 15 Nov 2016 09:40:02 GMT https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/pd/Bios-Memoirs/Settle-for-More-Audiobook/B01GGOJYGY thebookvoice.com 10:07:00 no Listen to full audiobooks for free on thebookvoice.com Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/312/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: Settle for More Author: Megyn Kelly Narrator: Megyn Kelly Format: Unabridged Length: 10 hrs and 7 mins Language: English Release date: 11-15-16 Publisher: HarperAudio Ratings: 4.5 of 5 out of 2489 votes Genres: Bios & Memoirs, Celebrities Publisher's Summary: Anchor of the number-one news show on cable, The Kelly File, Fox News Channel's Megyn Kelly writes her much anticipated book, a revealing and surprising memoir detailing her rise as one of the most respected journalists working today. From the values and lessons that have shaped her career to her time at the center of the chaotic 2016 Republican presidential primary, this book offers an inside look at an uncompromising woman's journey to the top of the news business. In the two and half years since her show, The Kelly File, premiered on the Fox News Channel, Megyn Kelly has cemented her reputation as one of the most respected and hardest hitting journalists in America. Tackling issues from both sides of the aisle, live in prime time five nights a week, Kelly has embraced difficult questions - fearlessly pressing for answers as she redefines the face of news for her more than two million nightly viewers. Now, in her debut book, Kelly goes behind the scenes of the stories and the storms that have made her one of the most talked about public figures in America. From growing up in a tough-love family where she had to earn her praise to her father's sudden, tragic death while she was still in high school to the news stories that launched her journalism career, Kelly traces the values and experiences - both good and bad - that landed her in the anchor chair. With the same bold and brave voice that has won her fans across the political divide, she opens up about the controversy that made her a household name, telling her side of Donald Trump's feud with her while sharing never-before-heard details about the infamous first Republican debate, its challenging aftermath, and how she persevered through it all, winning widespread admiration while maintaining her professionalism. Speaking candidly about the career-changing decision that led her to "settle for more" - a motto she credits with leading her to a better life at home and at work - Kelly also discusses how she approaches gender in the workplace, demonstrating how her success is rooted in Steve Martin's old adage: "Be so good they can't ignore you." Throughout her meteoric career, Megyn Kelly has been a source of fascination and speculation. Men and women, Republicans and Democrats, viewers of Fox News and the network's most diehard detractors have all sought to understand what she stands for and what matters to her. With this deeply personal account of her life, she answers critics and fans alike. At once humorous, uplifting, and revealing, Settle for More offers unparalleled insight into one of the most charismatic and intriguing television personalities in a generation and will be one of the most talked about books from an influential voice unlike any other. Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/312/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: Settle for More Author: Megyn Kelly Narrator: Megyn Kelly Format: Unabridged Length: 10 hrs and 7 mins Language: English Release date: 11-15-16 Publisher: HarperAudio Ratings: 4.5 of 5 out of 2489 votes Genres: Bios & Memoirs, Celebrities Publisher's Summary: Anchor of the number-one news show on cable, The Kelly File, Fox News Channel's Megyn Kelly writes her much anticipated book, a revealing and surprising memoir detailing her rise as one of the most respected journalists working today. From the values and lessons that have shaped her career to her time at the center of the chaotic 2016 Republican presidential primary, this book offers an inside look at an uncompromising woman's journey to the top of the news business. In the two and half years since her show, The Kelly File, premiered on the Fox News Channel, Megyn Kelly has cemented her reputation as one of the most respected and hardest hitting journalists in America. Tackling issues from both sides of the aisle, live in prime time five nights a week, Kelly has embraced difficult questions - fearlessly pressing for answers as she redefines the face of news for her more than two million nightly viewers. Now, in her debut book, Kelly goes behind the scenes of the stories and the storms that have made her one of the most talked about public figures in America. From growing up in a tough-love family where she had to earn her praise to her father's sudden, tragic death while she was still in high school to the news stories that launched her journalism career, Kelly traces the values and experiences - both good and bad - that landed her in the anchor chair. With the same bold and brave voice that has won her fans across the political divide, she opens up about the controversy that made her a household name, telling her side of Donald Trump's feud with her while sharing never-before-heard details about the infamous first Republican debate, its challenging aftermath, and how she persevered through it all, winning widespread admiration while maintaining her professionalism. Speaking candidly about the career-changing decision that led her to "settle for more" - a motto she credits with leading her to a better life at home and at work - Kelly also discusses how she approaches gender in the workplace, demonstrating how her success is rooted in Steve Martin's old adage: "Be so good they can't ignore you." Throughout her meteoric career, Megyn Kelly has been a source of fascination and speculation. Men and women, Republicans and Democrats, viewers of Fox News and the network's most diehard detractors have all sought to understand what she stands for and what matters to her. With this deeply personal account of her life, she answers critics and fans alike. At once humorous, uplifting, and revealing, Settle for More offers unparalleled insight into one of the most charismatic and intriguing television personalities in a generation and will be one of the most talked about books from an influential voice unlike any other. Members Reviews: Great career & personal advice! Whether you are a Megyn Kelly fan or not, this is great advice for those just getting started in life after college, or maybe even those looking toward a new journey or chapter in their life. Sound advice for a positive outlook on life, focusing on serving others wherever you are, or standing up for everyone's voice whether your opinions match or not. https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/pd/Bios-Memoirs/American-Heiress-Audiobook/B01CRLWRVE Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/312/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: American Heiress Subtitle: The Wild Saga of the Kidnapping, Crimes and Trial of Patty Hearst Author: Jeffrey Toobin Narrator: Paul Michael Format: Unabridged Length: 15 hrs and 25 mins Language: English Release date: 08-02-16 Publisher: Random House Audio Ratings: 4.5 of 5 out of 860 votes Genres: Bios & Memoirs, Celebrities Publisher's Summary: Jeffrey Toobin has been a staff writer at The New Yorker since 1993 and is the senior legal analyst for CNN. In 2000 he received an Emmy Award for his coverage of the Elian Gonzalez case. He is the author of The Nine: Inside the Secret World of the Supreme Court, which spent more than four months on the New York Times best seller list. Before joining The New Yorker, Toobin served as an assistant United States attorney in Brooklyn, New York. He lives in Manhattan. Critic Reviews: "Accomplished narrator Paul Michael hits all the right notes in Toobin's detailed account of heiress Patricia Hearst's notorious 1974 kidnapping.... Michael is an excellent choice to deliver the myriad facts and critical analyses of the proceedings...this elegantly written book, paired with Michael's excellent narration, makes for absorbing listening." ( AudioFile) biacuaduc@gmail.com (Jeffrey Toobin) Tue, 02 Aug 2016 03:17:17 GMT https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/pd/Bios-Memoirs/American-Heiress-Audiobook/B01CRLWRVE thebookvoice.com 15:25:00 no Listen to full audiobooks for free on thebookvoice.com Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/312/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: American Heiress Subtitle: The Wild Saga of the Kidnapping, Crimes and Trial of Patty Hearst Author: Jeffrey Toobin Narrator: Paul Michael Format: Unabridged Length: 15 hrs and 25 mins Language: English Release date: 08-02-16 Publisher: Random House Audio Ratings: 4.5 of 5 out of 860 votes Genres: Bios & Memoirs, Celebrities Publisher's Summary: Jeffrey Toobin has been a staff writer at The New Yorker since 1993 and is the senior legal analyst for CNN. In 2000 he received an Emmy Award for his coverage of the Elian Gonzalez case. He is the author of The Nine: Inside the Secret World of the Supreme Court, which spent more than four months on the New York Times best seller list. Before joining The New Yorker, Toobin served as an assistant United States attorney in Brooklyn, New York. He lives in Manhattan. Critic Reviews: "Accomplished narrator Paul Michael hits all the right notes in Toobin's detailed account of heiress Patricia Hearst's notorious 1974 kidnapping.... Michael is an excellent choice to deliver the myriad facts and critical analyses of the proceedings...this elegantly written book, paired with Michael's excellent narration, makes for absorbing listening." ( AudioFile) Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/312/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: American Heiress Subtitle: The Wild Saga of the Kidnapping, Crimes and Trial of Patty Hearst Author: Jeffrey Toobin Narrator: Paul Michael Format: Unabridged Length: 15 hrs and 25 mins Language: English Release date: 08-02-16 Publisher: Random House Audio Ratings: 4.5 of 5 out of 860 votes Genres: Bios & Memoirs, Celebrities Publisher's Summary: Jeffrey Toobin has been a staff writer at The New Yorker since 1993 and is the senior legal analyst for CNN. In 2000 he received an Emmy Award for his coverage of the Elian Gonzalez case. He is the author of The Nine: Inside the Secret World of the Supreme Court, which spent more than four months on the New York Times best seller list. Before joining The New Yorker, Toobin served as an assistant United States attorney in Brooklyn, New York. He lives in Manhattan. Critic Reviews: "Accomplished narrator Paul Michael hits all the right notes in Toobin's detailed account of heiress Patricia Hearst's notorious 1974 kidnapping.... Michael is an excellent choice to deliver the myriad facts and critical analyses of the proceedings...this elegantly written book, paired with Michael's excellent narration, makes for absorbing listening." ( AudioFile) Members Reviews: Insightful, Essential This is an excellent book, with many new insights, and a gripping narrative. I'm familiar with the other books (none of them very recent) about these events, and this one is well worth having too. Well written, and well read. The author puts these events into their historical context very well. He offers a clear, well supported assessment of many controverted points, including whether this was really a case of prolonged Stockholm Syndrome, the quality of Ms Hearst's legal representation, whether she might have been acquitted with different lawyers, how she procured first commutation and then a pardon, and just how guilty she really was of the crimes she was convicted of, and the murder for which she, unlike other SLA members at the Crocker Nat'l Bank, was never prosecuted. One of the best of the year. Engaging Story About Horrible People As a teenager, living in the middle of the country, I followed the story of Patty Hearst with curiosity and sympathy for Patty. As an adult, who has now lived half my life in the Bay Area, I frequently encounter people and legacies from the unsettling 60's and 70's. I selected this book because I thought it would deepen my understanding of the events and the time which have long held my interest. While I know much more about the chronology and details of the SLA I can't say I have a better understanding of what brought the radicals together. Toobin does not psych-analyze the characters and sometimes I wish he would have because, even though I am familiar with the time and setting, I find myself thinking, "WTF were these people thinking?". Ultimately I had no empathy for the unlikable and bumbling members of the SLA . There is of bay area trivia in this nicely paced story and it was worth my time even though Toobin does not uncover any themes which added to my understanding of the events that fascinated me so long ago. Great book with a glaring mispronounciation Normally I'm not bothered by the occasional butchering of a person's or a place's name by a narrator. However, Cinque (Donald DeFreeze) is such a central figure to this story, the endlessly repeated mispronunciation of his nom de guerre got a little infuriating. Those of us who lived in the Bay Area when this truly bizarre story played out (bizarre even for those days) can't forget that Cinque was pronounced sin-CUE ... not SIN-kay. https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/pd/Bios-Memoirs/I-Must-Say-Audiobook/B00O7YNVJC Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/312/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: I Must Say Subtitle: My Life as a Humble Comedy Legend Author: Martin Short Narrator: Martin Short Format: Unabridged Length: 8 hrs and 40 mins Language: English Release date: 11-04-14 Publisher: HarperAudio Ratings: 4.5 of 5 out of 2905 votes Genres: Bios & Memoirs, Celebrities Publisher's Summary: In this engagingly witty, wise, and heartfelt memoir, Martin Short tells the tale of how a showbiz-obsessed kid from Canada transformed himself into one of Hollywoods favorite funnymen, known to his famous peers as the "comedians comedian". Martin Short takes you on a rich, hilarious, and occasionally heartbreaking ride through his life and times, from his early years in Toronto as a member of the fabled improvisational troupe Second City to the all-American comic big time of Saturday Night Live and memorable roles in movies such as ¡Three Amigos! and Father of the Bride. He reveals how he created his most indelible comedic characters, among them the manic man-child Ed Grimley, the slimy corporate lawyer Nathan Thurm, and the bizarrely insensitive interviewer Jiminy Glick. Throughout, Short freely shares the spotlight with friends, colleagues, and collaborators, including Steve Martin, Tom Hanks, Gilda Radner, Mel Brooks, Nora Ephron, Eugene Levy, Catherine OHara, Paul Shaffer, and David Letterman. But there is another side to Short's life that he has long kept private. He lost his eldest brother and both of his parents by the time he turned 20, and, more recently, he lost his wife of 30 years to cancer. In I Must Say, Short talks for the first time about the pain that these losses inflicted and the upbeat life philosophy that has kept him resilient and carried him through. In the grand tradition of comedy legends, Martin Short offers a show business memoir densely populated with boldface names and rife with re-tellable tales: a hugely entertaining yet surprisingly moving self-portrait that will keep you laughing - and crying - from the first page to the last. Special Lyrics for "It's The Most Wonderful Show of the Year" and "Picture-Perfect Christmas In The Palisades" by Martin Short, Marc Shaiman, and Scott Wittman; Special Lyrics for Marty Throws a Party Just to Sing" by Marc Shaiman. biacuaduc@gmail.com (Martin Short) Tue, 04 Nov 2014 05:02:18 GMT https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/pd/Bios-Memoirs/I-Must-Say-Audiobook/B00O7YNVJC thebookvoice.com 08:40:00 no Listen to full audiobooks for free on thebookvoice.com Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/312/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: I Must Say Subtitle: My Life as a Humble Comedy Legend Author: Martin Short Narrator: Martin Short Format: Unabridged Length: 8 hrs and 40 mins Language: English Release date: 11-04-14 Publisher: HarperAudio Ratings: 4.5 of 5 out of 2905 votes Genres: Bios & Memoirs, Celebrities Publisher's Summary: In this engagingly witty, wise, and heartfelt memoir, Martin Short tells the tale of how a showbiz-obsessed kid from Canada transformed himself into one of Hollywoods favorite funnymen, known to his famous peers as the "comedians comedian". Martin Short takes you on a rich, hilarious, and occasionally heartbreaking ride through his life and times, from his early years in Toronto as a member of the fabled improvisational troupe Second City to the all-American comic big time of Saturday Night Live and memorable roles in movies such as ¡Three Amigos! and Father of the Bride. He reveals how he created his most indelible comedic characters, among them the manic man-child Ed Grimley, the slimy corporate lawyer Nathan Thurm, and the bizarrely insensitive interviewer Jiminy Glick. Throughout, Short freely shares the spotlight with friends, colleagues, and collaborators, including Steve Martin, Tom Hanks, Gilda Radner, Mel Brooks, Nora Ephron, Eugene Levy, Catherine OHara, Paul Shaffer, and David Letterman. But there is another side to Short's life that he has long kept private. He lost his eldest brother and both of his parents by the time he turned 20, and, more recently, he lost his wife of 30 years to cancer. In I Must Say, Short talks for the first time about the pain that these losses inflicted and the upbeat life philosophy that has kept him resilient and carried him through. In the grand tradition of comedy legends, Martin Short offers a show business memoir densely populated with boldface names and rife with re-tellable tales: a hugely entertaining yet surprisingly moving self-portrait that will keep you laughing - and crying - from the first page to the last. Special Lyrics for "It's The Most Wonderful Show of the Year" and "Picture-Perfect Christmas In The Palisades" by Martin Short, Marc Shaiman, and Scott Wittman; Special Lyrics for Marty Throws a Party Just to Sing" by Marc Shaiman. Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/312/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: I Must Say Subtitle: My Life as a Humble Comedy Legend Author: Martin Short Narrator: Martin Short Format: Unabridged Length: 8 hrs and 40 mins Language: English Release date: 11-04-14 Publisher: HarperAudio Ratings: 4.5 of 5 out of 2905 votes Genres: Bios & Memoirs, Celebrities Publisher's Summary: In this engagingly witty, wise, and heartfelt memoir, Martin Short tells the tale of how a showbiz-obsessed kid from Canada transformed himself into one of Hollywoods favorite funnymen, known to his famous peers as the "comedians comedian". Martin Short takes you on a rich, hilarious, and occasionally heartbreaking ride through his life and times, from his early years in Toronto as a member of the fabled improvisational troupe Second City to the all-American comic big time of Saturday Night Live and memorable roles in movies such as ¡Three Amigos! and Father of the Bride. He reveals how he created his most indelible comedic characters, among them the manic man-child Ed Grimley, the slimy corporate lawyer Nathan Thurm, and the bizarrely insensitive interviewer Jiminy Glick. Throughout, Short freely shares the spotlight with friends, colleagues, and collaborators, including Steve Martin, Tom Hanks, Gilda Radner, Mel Brooks, Nora Ephron, Eugene Levy, Catherine OHara, Paul Shaffer, and David Letterman. But there is another side to Short's life that he has long kept private. He lost his eldest brother and both of his parents by the time he turned 20, and, more recently, he lost his wife of 30 years to cancer. In I Must Say, Short talks for the first time about the pain that these losses inflicted and the upbeat life philosophy that has kept him resilient and carried him through. In the grand tradition of comedy legends, Martin Short offers a show business memoir densely populated with boldface names and rife with re-tellable tales: a hugely entertaining yet surprisingly moving self-portrait that will keep you laughing - and crying - from the first page to the last. Special Lyrics for "It's The Most Wonderful Show of the Year" and "Picture-Perfect Christmas In The Palisades" by Martin Short, Marc Shaiman, and Scott Wittman; Special Lyrics for Marty Throws a Party Just to Sing" by Marc Shaiman. Members Reviews: This is what audio books were made for! If you could sum up I Must Say in three words, what would they be? "Read By Martin!" Oh, give me a break, what a wonderful performance by Marty, and that's no lie. Can I call him Marty? I suppose if we were best friends, I could call him Marty. Oh and I suppose that would ever happen! This book made me completely mental, I was so sad when the book finished and there was nothing more to listen to, it was similar to a pain that may linger, I must say. What did you like best about this story? Read and Performed by Martin Short. What does Martin Short bring to the story that you wouldnt experience if you just read the book? It's a total performance masterpiece. He does not merely narrate, he goes into his all sorts of different voices, there's even a couple of times where a piano is played. (but no triangles are played.) If you were to make a film of this book, what would the tag line be? Skip the movie, buy the audio book, it's better!! A high point for audiobooks...Bravo! It's almost as if this was conceived as an audiobook first. His performance makes this more than just someone reading their book. This is the real Martin Short, as funny, candid and tender as someone can be when sharing their life and talent. Very highly recommended. Not Just For Fans, Say I This book is great fun for fans of SCTV, SNL, Martin Short, and 1970s--80s humor generally. https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/pd/Bios-Memoirs/Silver-Screen-Fiend-Audiobook/B00QW0LYNE Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/312/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: Silver Screen Fiend Subtitle: Learning About Life From an Addiction to Film Author: Patton Oswalt Narrator: Patton Oswalt Format: Unabridged Length: 4 hrs and 7 mins Language: English Release date: 01-06-15 Publisher: Simon & Schuster Audio Ratings: 4.5 of 5 out of 1640 votes Genres: Bios & Memoirs, Celebrities Publisher's Summary: New York Times best-selling author, comedian, and actor Patton Oswalt shares his entertaining memoir about coming of age as a performer and writer in the late '90s while obsessively watching classic films at the legendary New Beverly Cinema in Los Angeles. Between 1995 and 1999, Patton Oswalt lived with an unshakeable addiction. It wasn't drugs, alcohol, or sex. It was film. After moving to L.A., Oswalt became a huge film buff, absorbing classics and new releases at least three nights a week at the New Beverly Cinema. Silver screen celluloid became Patton's life schoolbook, informing his notions of acting, writing, comedy, and relationships. Set in the nascent days of the alternative comedy scene, Oswalt's memoir chronicles his journey from fledgling stand-up comedian to self-assured sitcom actor, with the colorful New Beverly collective supporting him all along the way. Ideally timed for awards season, when everyone's mind is on Hollywood, Silver Screen Fiend follows up on the terrific reception of Oswalt's New York Times best-selling debut, Zombie Spaceship Wasteland. Already a beloved fixture on the comedy stage, on television, and in film - not to mention his 1.1 million Twitter followers - Oswalt announces, with this second book, that he's also here to stay on the page. biacuaduc@gmail.com (Patton Oswalt) Tue, 06 Jan 2015 20:09:58 GMT https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/pd/Bios-Memoirs/Silver-Screen-Fiend-Audiobook/B00QW0LYNE thebookvoice.com 04:07:00 no Listen to full audiobooks for free on thebookvoice.com Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/312/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: Silver Screen Fiend Subtitle: Learning About Life From an Addiction to Film Author: Patton Oswalt Narrator: Patton Oswalt Format: Unabridged Length: 4 hrs and 7 mins Language: English Release date: 01-06-15 Publisher: Simon & Schuster Audio Ratings: 4.5 of 5 out of 1640 votes Genres: Bios & Memoirs, Celebrities Publisher's Summary: New York Times best-selling author, comedian, and actor Patton Oswalt shares his entertaining memoir about coming of age as a performer and writer in the late '90s while obsessively watching classic films at the legendary New Beverly Cinema in Los Angeles. Between 1995 and 1999, Patton Oswalt lived with an unshakeable addiction. It wasn't drugs, alcohol, or sex. It was film. After moving to L.A., Oswalt became a huge film buff, absorbing classics and new releases at least three nights a week at the New Beverly Cinema. Silver screen celluloid became Patton's life schoolbook, informing his notions of acting, writing, comedy, and relationships. Set in the nascent days of the alternative comedy scene, Oswalt's memoir chronicles his journey from fledgling stand-up comedian to self-assured sitcom actor, with the colorful New Beverly collective supporting him all along the way. Ideally timed for awards season, when everyone's mind is on Hollywood, Silver Screen Fiend follows up on the terrific reception of Oswalt's New York Times best-selling debut, Zombie Spaceship Wasteland. Already a beloved fixture on the comedy stage, on television, and in film - not to mention his 1.1 million Twitter followers - Oswalt announces, with this second book, that he's also here to stay on the page. Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/312/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: Silver Screen Fiend Subtitle: Learning About Life From an Addiction to Film Author: Patton Oswalt Narrator: Patton Oswalt Format: Unabridged Length: 4 hrs and 7 mins Language: English Release date: 01-06-15 Publisher: Simon & Schuster Audio Ratings: 4.5 of 5 out of 1640 votes Genres: Bios & Memoirs, Celebrities Publisher's Summary: New York Times best-selling author, comedian, and actor Patton Oswalt shares his entertaining memoir about coming of age as a performer and writer in the late '90s while obsessively watching classic films at the legendary New Beverly Cinema in Los Angeles. Between 1995 and 1999, Patton Oswalt lived with an unshakeable addiction. It wasn't drugs, alcohol, or sex. It was film. After moving to L.A., Oswalt became a huge film buff, absorbing classics and new releases at least three nights a week at the New Beverly Cinema. Silver screen celluloid became Patton's life schoolbook, informing his notions of acting, writing, comedy, and relationships. Set in the nascent days of the alternative comedy scene, Oswalt's memoir chronicles his journey from fledgling stand-up comedian to self-assured sitcom actor, with the colorful New Beverly collective supporting him all along the way. Ideally timed for awards season, when everyone's mind is on Hollywood, Silver Screen Fiend follows up on the terrific reception of Oswalt's New York Times best-selling debut, Zombie Spaceship Wasteland. Already a beloved fixture on the comedy stage, on television, and in film - not to mention his 1.1 million Twitter followers - Oswalt announces, with this second book, that he's also here to stay on the page. Members Reviews: For Patton Oswalt fans and stand-up fans. While the book does have a good chunk of stuff about movies and the funny stories and internal monologues that result from watching so many, that's not what this book is about. The book is more about the early days of Oswalt's comedy career after having moved to California. Living in San Francisco, working as a sketch writer for MadTV, the legend of The Largo--so many things that Oswalt has hinted at and revealed glimpses of throughout his stand-up career-- are fleshed out in much greater detail in this book. Now you should know that the reason I bought the book is because I'm a huge Patton Oswalt fan. He just does it for me.* I gave it five stars because it delivered exactly what I wanted--HAVE WANTED for about ten years: a closer examination of how Patton got to where he is. I do stand-up myself and he's my inspiration for getting into comedy. So these are the tales and looks behind the curtain I've been waiting for. Zombie/Spaceship/Wasteland was akin to a look inside Bruce Wayne's mind (especially his childhood and adolescent mind) before he left Gotham to travel the world to learn the skills he'd need to become the Caped Crusader. Silver Screen Fiend is more like Batman Begins, as it offers a better look at his training, his internal struggles, and his early career. And since I'm a fan of his, I enjoy listening to Patton narrate. So if you are a fan of his stand-up and really like behind the scenes stories about comedy, writing for TV, being a movie extra, and listening to people talk about movies, this book is for you. *(I saw Big Fan and Ratatouille for the same reason; I'd personally recommend Ratatouille because everyone likes a good Pixar flick and I'd recommend Big Fan if you like football, particularly The New York Giants.) Redemption from 'Zombie Spaceship Wasteland' I can't say enough about this book. https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/pd/Bios-Memoirs/The-Bedwetter-Audiobook/B003GCYGRM Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/312/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: The Bedwetter Subtitle: Stories of Courage, Redemption, and Pee Author: Sarah Silverman Narrator: Sarah Silverman Format: Unabridged Length: 5 hrs and 42 mins Language: English Release date: 04-20-10 Publisher: HarperAudio Ratings: 4 of 5 out of 2837 votes Genres: Bios & Memoirs, Celebrities Publisher's Summary: From the outrageously filthy and oddly innocent comedienne and star of the powerful 2015 film I Smile Back Sarah Silverman comes a memoirher first bookthat is at once shockingly personal, surprisingly poignant, and still pee-in-your-pants funny. If you like Sarah's television show The Sarah Silverman Program, or memoirs such as Chelsea Handler's Are You There Vodka? It's Me Chelsea and Artie Lange's Too Fat to Fish, you'll love The Bedwetter. ©2010 Sarah Silverman (P)2010 HarperCollins Publishers Critic Reviews: "Silverman takes readers on a tour of the underground tunnel that is her mind, and believe me, it is as full of muck as the sewers of Paris. Only funnier....[A]n absurdists delight." (Booklist) biacuaduc@gmail.com (Sarah Silverman) Tue, 20 Apr 2010 01:10:57 GMT https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/pd/Bios-Memoirs/The-Bedwetter-Audiobook/B003GCYGRM thebookvoice.com 05:42:00 no Listen to full audiobooks for free on thebookvoice.com Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/312/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: The Bedwetter Subtitle: Stories of Courage, Redemption, and Pee Author: Sarah Silverman Narrator: Sarah Silverman Format: Unabridged Length: 5 hrs and 42 mins Language: English Release date: 04-20-10 Publisher: HarperAudio Ratings: 4 of 5 out of 2837 votes Genres: Bios & Memoirs, Celebrities Publisher's Summary: From the outrageously filthy and oddly innocent comedienne and star of the powerful 2015 film I Smile Back Sarah Silverman comes a memoirher first bookthat is at once shockingly personal, surprisingly poignant, and still pee-in-your-pants funny. If you like Sarah's television show The Sarah Silverman Program, or memoirs such as Chelsea Handler's Are You There Vodka? It's Me Chelsea and Artie Lange's Too Fat to Fish, you'll love The Bedwetter. ©2010 Sarah Silverman (P)2010 HarperCollins Publishers Critic Reviews: "Silverman takes readers on a tour of the underground tunnel that is her mind, and believe me, it is as full of muck as the sewers of Paris. Only funnier....[A]n absurdists delight." (Booklist) Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/312/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: The Bedwetter Subtitle: Stories of Courage, Redemption, and Pee Author: Sarah Silverman Narrator: Sarah Silverman Format: Unabridged Length: 5 hrs and 42 mins Language: English Release date: 04-20-10 Publisher: HarperAudio Ratings: 4 of 5 out of 2837 votes Genres: Bios & Memoirs, Celebrities Publisher's Summary: From the outrageously filthy and oddly innocent comedienne and star of the powerful 2015 film I Smile Back Sarah Silverman comes a memoirher first bookthat is at once shockingly personal, surprisingly poignant, and still pee-in-your-pants funny. If you like Sarah's television show The Sarah Silverman Program, or memoirs such as Chelsea Handler's Are You There Vodka? It's Me Chelsea and Artie Lange's Too Fat to Fish, you'll love The Bedwetter. ©2010 Sarah Silverman (P)2010 HarperCollins Publishers Critic Reviews: "Silverman takes readers on a tour of the underground tunnel that is her mind, and believe me, it is as full of muck as the sewers of Paris. Only funnier....[A]n absurdists delight." (Booklist) Members Reviews: Adequate but not great... I blame myself listening Bossypants right before giving this one a listen.... I found the audiobook entertaining in parts and I must admit you have to be pretty much devoid of a sense of humour or just plain dense not to laugh at some of her jokes but it wasn't that memorable or great of a title to me. The thing that made me actually finish listening to the book was not so much the story itself but the performance by Sarah. Let's face it, Sarah is pretty funny and her quirky, in your face, spunky, no holds bar attitude while narrating this book kept you listening. She was the shining star in the whole thing. The book felt long... I honestly must say the book felt really long and after listening to it I honestly don't remember half of what I listened. I do remember that I laughed at parts, smiled at parts and was thoroughly entertained in others. I also was quite bored at parts and found myself checking how much longer it will take for the book to end (not a good sign). It's a good book, it is something that you can listen to and find some light adult rated fun. Far from amazing or just plain great even... a surprisingly nice, unsurprisingly funny memoir I thought this memoir would be...snarkier. It's low in snark, self-pity and self-congratulations, high in clarity, warmth, and intelligence. It provides sharp social commentary and fantastic insight into the profession of comedy. I have a whole new appreciation of Sarah Silverman's cleverness and relevance. Also: I was never, not even for one second, bored. There were no self-indulgent narrative tangents or preciously clever diatribes. This is very good, very disciplined writing. Impeccably narrated by the author. Strong start, but it really pooped out In the beginning of the book I thought it was excellent. It made me declare "I love Sarah Silverman!". But then somewhere near the middle, the writing got a little messy. It wasn't as introspective. It wasn't written with any chronology or progression... No climax. I just started wishing she'd stop talking about herself and her "Jewy-ness" and her pot smoking and the TV episode she wrote about banging Jesus... Bleck. By the time it was over I was just happy it was over. Never pass up an author-read comedian bio When a brilliant and talented comedian writes a biography and then reads it to you , in my experience it's pretty much worth the price of admission, no matter what the content. These are people who have honed their delivery to razor-sharp perfection, and Silverman is no exception. https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/pd/Bios-Memoirs/The-Andy-Cohen-Diaries-Audiobook/B00MQ2UM80 Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/312/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: The Andy Cohen Diaries Subtitle: A Deep Look at a Shallow Year Author: Andy Cohen Narrator: Andy Cohen Format: Unabridged Length: 13 hrs and 35 mins Language: English Release date: 11-11-14 Publisher: Macmillan Audio Ratings: 4.5 of 5 out of 1523 votes Genres: Bios & Memoirs, Celebrities Publisher's Summary: A year in the whirlwind life of the beloved pop icon Andy Cohen, in his own cheeky, candid, and irreverent words. As a TV producer and host of the smash late-night show Watch What Happens Live, Andy Cohen has a front row seat to an exciting world not many get to see. In this dishy, detailed diary of one year in his life, Andy goes out on the town, drops names, hosts a ton of shows, becomes codependent with Real Housewives, makes trouble, calls his mom, drops some more names, and, while searching for love, finds it with a dog. We learn everything from which celebrity peed in her WWHL dressing room to which Housewives are causing trouble and how. Nothing is off limits - including dating. We see Andy at home and with close friends and family (including his beloved and unforgettable mom). Throughout, Andy tells us not only what goes down, but exactly what he thinks about it. Inspired by the diaries of another celebrity-obsessed Andy (Warhol), this honest, irreverent, and laugh-out-loud funny book is a one-of-a-kind account of the whos and whats of pop culture in the 21st century. biacuaduc@gmail.com (Andy Cohen) Tue, 11 Nov 2014 23:53:59 GMT https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/pd/Bios-Memoirs/The-Andy-Cohen-Diaries-Audiobook/B00MQ2UM80 thebookvoice.com 13:35:00 no Listen to full audiobooks for free on thebookvoice.com Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/312/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: The Andy Cohen Diaries Subtitle: A Deep Look at a Shallow Year Author: Andy Cohen Narrator: Andy Cohen Format: Unabridged Length: 13 hrs and 35 mins Language: English Release date: 11-11-14 Publisher: Macmillan Audio Ratings: 4.5 of 5 out of 1523 votes Genres: Bios & Memoirs, Celebrities Publisher's Summary: A year in the whirlwind life of the beloved pop icon Andy Cohen, in his own cheeky, candid, and irreverent words. As a TV producer and host of the smash late-night show Watch What Happens Live, Andy Cohen has a front row seat to an exciting world not many get to see. In this dishy, detailed diary of one year in his life, Andy goes out on the town, drops names, hosts a ton of shows, becomes codependent with Real Housewives, makes trouble, calls his mom, drops some more names, and, while searching for love, finds it with a dog. We learn everything from which celebrity peed in her WWHL dressing room to which Housewives are causing trouble and how. Nothing is off limits - including dating. We see Andy at home and with close friends and family (including his beloved and unforgettable mom). Throughout, Andy tells us not only what goes down, but exactly what he thinks about it. Inspired by the diaries of another celebrity-obsessed Andy (Warhol), this honest, irreverent, and laugh-out-loud funny book is a one-of-a-kind account of the whos and whats of pop culture in the 21st century. Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/312/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: The Andy Cohen Diaries Subtitle: A Deep Look at a Shallow Year Author: Andy Cohen Narrator: Andy Cohen Format: Unabridged Length: 13 hrs and 35 mins Language: English Release date: 11-11-14 Publisher: Macmillan Audio Ratings: 4.5 of 5 out of 1523 votes Genres: Bios & Memoirs, Celebrities Publisher's Summary: A year in the whirlwind life of the beloved pop icon Andy Cohen, in his own cheeky, candid, and irreverent words. As a TV producer and host of the smash late-night show Watch What Happens Live, Andy Cohen has a front row seat to an exciting world not many get to see. In this dishy, detailed diary of one year in his life, Andy goes out on the town, drops names, hosts a ton of shows, becomes codependent with Real Housewives, makes trouble, calls his mom, drops some more names, and, while searching for love, finds it with a dog. We learn everything from which celebrity peed in her WWHL dressing room to which Housewives are causing trouble and how. Nothing is off limits - including dating. We see Andy at home and with close friends and family (including his beloved and unforgettable mom). Throughout, Andy tells us not only what goes down, but exactly what he thinks about it. Inspired by the diaries of another celebrity-obsessed Andy (Warhol), this honest, irreverent, and laugh-out-loud funny book is a one-of-a-kind account of the whos and whats of pop culture in the 21st century. Members Reviews: I wanted to like this... But I just can't I loved his last book so I was certain this one would be great. I'm a big fan of Andy and all his shows on Bravo but this book is such a snooze. He reads through one boring day after another. It doesn't matter how big the celebrity name is that gets dropped or how glamorous the party he went to was, the retelling of it all is terribly boring. It's like listening to a coworker you hardly know go on and on about their weekend... Only this time you actually paid to hear about it. And then some. What did you love best about The Andy Cohen Diaries? I love Andy. I think he's honest and funny and smart and very real. I think this book is an honest look into his life. He is a busy man juggling many things and living his awesome life. He doesn't make excuses for the way he lives or what he does he does it and lives it and ENJOYS it. I love haring people love their lives, even if its not perfect. The dog, hilarious addition to the book and his life. What did you like best about this story? I am jealous of his friendship with SJP. I feel like I want to be Andy.... What about Andy Cohens performance did you like? He is very energetic and passionate when he is telling his story. Was there a moment in the book that particularly moved you? I don't think this book is MOVING, if you are looking for something MOVING then read Oprah's book. Any additional comments? I saw some amazon reviews calling this self indulgent. UH HELLO??? It's his flippin diary!! Cmon. https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/pd/Bios-Memoirs/The-Bassoon-King-Audiobook/B01478ZQOU Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/312/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: The Bassoon King Subtitle: My Life in Art, Faith, and Idiocy Author: Rainn Wilson Narrator: Rainn Wilson Format: Unabridged Length: 8 hrs and 49 mins Language: English Release date: 11-10-15 Publisher: Penguin Audio Ratings: 4.5 of 5 out of 1374 votes Genres: Bios & Memoirs, Celebrities Publisher's Summary: Rainn Wilson's memoir about growing up geeky and finally finding his place in comedy, faith, and life. For nine seasons Rainn Wilson played Dwight Schrute, everyone's favorite work nemesis and beet farmer. Viewers of The Office fell in love with the character and grew to love the actor who played him even more. Rainn founded a website and media company, SoulPancake, that eventually became a best-selling book of the same name. He also started a hilarious Twitter feed (sample tweet: "I'm not on Facebook" is the new "I don't even own a TV") that now has more than four million followers. Now, he's ready to tell his own story and explain how he came up with his incredibly unique sense of humor and perspective on life. He explains how he grew up "bone-numbingly nerdy before there was even a modicum of cool attached to the word." The Bassoon King chronicles his journey from nerd to drama geek ("the highest rung on the vast, pimply ladder of high school losers"), his years of mild debauchery and struggles as a young actor in New York, his many adventures and insights about The Office, and, finally, Wilson's achievement of success and satisfaction, both in his career and spiritually, reconnecting with the artistic and creative values of the Bahá'í faith he grew up in. Critic Reviews: "Rainn Wilson narrates his own story with such perfection that the only disappointment is the fact that it ends. The memoir is smart, inspirational, and funny, so the addition of Wilson's performance adds delectable icing to a tasty cake." (AudioFile) biacuaduc@gmail.com (Rainn Wilson) Tue, 10 Nov 2015 17:56:01 GMT https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/pd/Bios-Memoirs/The-Bassoon-King-Audiobook/B01478ZQOU thebookvoice.com 08:49:00 no Listen to full audiobooks for free on thebookvoice.com Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/312/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: The Bassoon King Subtitle: My Life in Art, Faith, and Idiocy Author: Rainn Wilson Narrator: Rainn Wilson Format: Unabridged Length: 8 hrs and 49 mins Language: English Release date: 11-10-15 Publisher: Penguin Audio Ratings: 4.5 of 5 out of 1374 votes Genres: Bios & Memoirs, Celebrities Publisher's Summary: Rainn Wilson's memoir about growing up geeky and finally finding his place in comedy, faith, and life. For nine seasons Rainn Wilson played Dwight Schrute, everyone's favorite work nemesis and beet farmer. Viewers of The Office fell in love with the character and grew to love the actor who played him even more. Rainn founded a website and media company, SoulPancake, that eventually became a best-selling book of the same name. He also started a hilarious Twitter feed (sample tweet: "I'm not on Facebook" is the new "I don't even own a TV") that now has more than four million followers. Now, he's ready to tell his own story and explain how he came up with his incredibly unique sense of humor and perspective on life. He explains how he grew up "bone-numbingly nerdy before there was even a modicum of cool attached to the word." The Bassoon King chronicles his journey from nerd to drama geek ("the highest rung on the vast, pimply ladder of high school losers"), his years of mild debauchery and struggles as a young actor in New York, his many adventures and insights about The Office, and, finally, Wilson's achievement of success and satisfaction, both in his career and spiritually, reconnecting with the artistic and creative values of the Bahá'í faith he grew up in. Critic Reviews: "Rainn Wilson narrates his own story with such perfection that the only disappointment is the fact that it ends. The memoir is smart, inspirational, and funny, so the addition of Wilson's performance adds delectable icing to a tasty cake." (AudioFile) Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/312/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: The Bassoon King Subtitle: My Life in Art, Faith, and Idiocy Author: Rainn Wilson Narrator: Rainn Wilson Format: Unabridged Length: 8 hrs and 49 mins Language: English Release date: 11-10-15 Publisher: Penguin Audio Ratings: 4.5 of 5 out of 1374 votes Genres: Bios & Memoirs, Celebrities Publisher's Summary: Rainn Wilson's memoir about growing up geeky and finally finding his place in comedy, faith, and life. For nine seasons Rainn Wilson played Dwight Schrute, everyone's favorite work nemesis and beet farmer. Viewers of The Office fell in love with the character and grew to love the actor who played him even more. Rainn founded a website and media company, SoulPancake, that eventually became a best-selling book of the same name. He also started a hilarious Twitter feed (sample tweet: "I'm not on Facebook" is the new "I don't even own a TV") that now has more than four million followers. Now, he's ready to tell his own story and explain how he came up with his incredibly unique sense of humor and perspective on life. He explains how he grew up "bone-numbingly nerdy before there was even a modicum of cool attached to the word." The Bassoon King chronicles his journey from nerd to drama geek ("the highest rung on the vast, pimply ladder of high school losers"), his years of mild debauchery and struggles as a young actor in New York, his many adventures and insights about The Office, and, finally, Wilson's achievement of success and satisfaction, both in his career and spiritually, reconnecting with the artistic and creative values of the Bahá'í faith he grew up in. Critic Reviews: "Rainn Wilson narrates his own story with such perfection that the only disappointment is the fact that it ends. The memoir is smart, inspirational, and funny, so the addition of Wilson's performance adds delectable icing to a tasty cake." (AudioFile) Members Reviews: Exquisite narration! Rainn Wilson is an awesome narrator. You will get the most out of this book by listening to him read it rather than reading it yourself. I enjoyed Wilson's prose and storytelling. Likewise, he has a unique way of defining spirituality and happiness that is beautiful and understandable--not creepy or weird at all. I did find a few parts of the book to be somewhat tedious, but overall it's very well written. As a side note, this book has absolutely nothing to do with the bassoon besides a few funny quips. If you're also a bassoon player like me, let's face it, you're probably going to get this book for Christmas. Luckily, it's worth reading, although Wilson's unfortunate bassoon experience doesn't accurately reflect the joy that I encounter daily from my bassoon students. I suppose any publicity is good publicity, right? A poignant, hilarious and sweet story! Rainn Wilson gives us a well written and hilarious story of his childhood, moves on to his training as an actor, and finally his adulthood where he finds stardom on TV. You will get to hear about the office, but you also get to hear about him as a high school nerd and his belief in God. You can tell how he gives the character of Dwight (in "The Office") such depth, because he has the background in his life to understand how to play him. While parts of the character Dwight are completely ridiculous, you can see a very sad and real person underneath, which is part of what made him so funny. If you liked Dwight, you will love listening to the man brought him to life. Even if you didn't like the Office, there is a lot to like in this book! Wonderful I admit to being a reader and not a TV watcher. https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/pd/Bios-Memoirs/Touching-the-Void-Audiobook/B007D1ELYA Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/312/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: Touching the Void Author: Joe Simpson Narrator: Daniel Weyman, Andrew Wincott Format: Unabridged Length: 6 hrs and 52 mins Language: English Release date: 03-01-12 Publisher: Random House Audiobooks Ratings: 4.5 of 5 out of 456 votes Genres: Bios & Memoirs, Celebrities Publisher's Summary: Joe Simpson, with just his partner, Simon Yates, tackled the unclimbed West Face of the remote 21,000-foot Siula Grande in the Peruvian Andes in June of 1995. But before they reached the summit, disaster struck. A few days later, Simon staggered into Base Camp, exhausted and frostbitten, to tell their non-climbing companion that Joe was dead. For three days he wrestled with guilt as they prepared to return home. Then a cry in the night took them out with torches, where they found Joe, badly injured, crawling through the snowstorm in a delirium. Far from causing Joe's death, Simon had paradoxically saved his friend's life. What happened, and how they dealt with the psychological traumas that resulted when Simon was forced into the appalling decision to cut the rope, makes not only an epic of survival but a compelling testament of friendship. biacuaduc@gmail.com (Joe Simpson) Thu, 01 Mar 2012 06:26:15 GMT https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/pd/Bios-Memoirs/Touching-the-Void-Audiobook/B007D1ELYA thebookvoice.com 06:52:00 no Listen to full audiobooks for free on thebookvoice.com Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/312/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: Touching the Void Author: Joe Simpson Narrator: Daniel Weyman, Andrew Wincott Format: Unabridged Length: 6 hrs and 52 mins Language: English Release date: 03-01-12 Publisher: Random House Audiobooks Ratings: 4.5 of 5 out of 456 votes Genres: Bios & Memoirs, Celebrities Publisher's Summary: Joe Simpson, with just his partner, Simon Yates, tackled the unclimbed West Face of the remote 21,000-foot Siula Grande in the Peruvian Andes in June of 1995. But before they reached the summit, disaster struck. A few days later, Simon staggered into Base Camp, exhausted and frostbitten, to tell their non-climbing companion that Joe was dead. For three days he wrestled with guilt as they prepared to return home. Then a cry in the night took them out with torches, where they found Joe, badly injured, crawling through the snowstorm in a delirium. Far from causing Joe's death, Simon had paradoxically saved his friend's life. What happened, and how they dealt with the psychological traumas that resulted when Simon was forced into the appalling decision to cut the rope, makes not only an epic of survival but a compelling testament of friendship. Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/312/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: Touching the Void Author: Joe Simpson Narrator: Daniel Weyman, Andrew Wincott Format: Unabridged Length: 6 hrs and 52 mins Language: English Release date: 03-01-12 Publisher: Random House Audiobooks Ratings: 4.5 of 5 out of 456 votes Genres: Bios & Memoirs, Celebrities Publisher's Summary: Joe Simpson, with just his partner, Simon Yates, tackled the unclimbed West Face of the remote 21,000-foot Siula Grande in the Peruvian Andes in June of 1995. But before they reached the summit, disaster struck. A few days later, Simon staggered into Base Camp, exhausted and frostbitten, to tell their non-climbing companion that Joe was dead. For three days he wrestled with guilt as they prepared to return home. Then a cry in the night took them out with torches, where they found Joe, badly injured, crawling through the snowstorm in a delirium. Far from causing Joe's death, Simon had paradoxically saved his friend's life. What happened, and how they dealt with the psychological traumas that resulted when Simon was forced into the appalling decision to cut the rope, makes not only an epic of survival but a compelling testament of friendship. Members Reviews: Wonderfully told true story Too often, books written based on a true story include too much hyperbole in turning the main character into a hero that did nothing wrong. This story is raw, and honest, and believable, and really well told. The best part about this story is that it's true. No really, it's true. As you join Simpson in this tale, you'll find yourself saying "no way," but wow, it really happened. The end of this story wrapped it up so well for me. I won't spoil anything in case you don't already know what happens, but I'll say, that any questions I had were answered by the end. Whether you are a skier, a hiker, a mountaineer, or just love a great story about human strength and endurance, you'll love this story. Frightening, emotional & heart-warming true story! I saw the movie and have never been able to get the story out of my mind. Touching the Void is a true story, a miracle of sorts--a mountaineer left for dead by his climbing partner and his incredible struggle to live. I have always wondered how this could have happened and more particularly, how Joe and Simon felt about what happened. Specifically, how did Joe Simpson feel about his climbing partner after the ordeal? How did Simon Yates react when he learned Joe was still alive when he abandoned him. You can't rely on a movie to tell the real story but you can rely on this book's narrative. It includes segments also by Joe's climbing partner, Simon Yates. This is an incredible story, beautifully written and very moving. The narration was excellent and I highly recommend this book. Captivating Story Would you recommend this audiobook to a friend? If so, why? Given to me by a climber friend. Awesome insight into that extreme sport. Any additional comments? Captivating story told in alternating first person. I want to see the documentary next. Amazing Any additional comments? For the non climbers, unfamiliar Mountaineering terminology can leave comprehension gaps in the audio version ( whereas easy to look up if reading ) but still a great story Gutrenching dilemma It's a tedious start until the disaster, but the rest of the story is riveting! https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/pd/Bios-Memoirs/The-Greatest-Audiobook/B01G49MDAU Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/312/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: The Greatest Subtitle: My Own Story Author: Richard Durham, Muhammad Ali Narrator: Dion Graham Format: Unabridged Length: 16 hrs and 16 mins Language: English Release date: 05-25-16 Publisher: Graymalkin Media Ratings: 4.5 of 5 out of 343 votes Genres: Bios & Memoirs, Celebrities Publisher's Summary: In his own words, the heavyweight champion of the world pulls no punches as he chronicles the battles he faced in and out of the ring in this fascinating memoir edited by Nobel Prize-winning novelist, Toni Morrison. Growing up in the South, surrounded by racial bigotry and discrimination, Ali fought not just for a living, but also for respect and rewards far more precious than money or glory. He was named Sportsman of the Century by Sports Illustrated and the BBC. Ali redefined what it meant to be an athlete by giving hope to millions around the world and inspiring us all to fight for what is important to us. This is a multifaceted portrait of Muhammad Ali only he could render: sports legend, unapologetic anti-war advocate, outrageous showman and gracious goodwill ambassador, fighter, lover, poet, and provocateur, and an irresistible force to be reckoned with. Who better to tell the tale than the man who went the distance living it? Critic Reviews: "It's uncanny how much narrator Dion Graham sounds like Ali. He has the same rhythm, inflection, and passion that The Champ had.... Graham makes us feel the pain Ali felt, both from the fights and from the world." ( AudioFile) biacuaduc@gmail.com (Richard Durham) Wed, 25 May 2016 15:02:55 GMT https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/pd/Bios-Memoirs/The-Greatest-Audiobook/B01G49MDAU thebookvoice.com 16:16:00 no Listen to full audiobooks for free on thebookvoice.com Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/312/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: The Greatest Subtitle: My Own Story Author: Richard Durham, Muhammad Ali Narrator: Dion Graham Format: Unabridged Length: 16 hrs and 16 mins Language: English Release date: 05-25-16 Publisher: Graymalkin Media Ratings: 4.5 of 5 out of 343 votes Genres: Bios & Memoirs, Celebrities Publisher's Summary: In his own words, the heavyweight champion of the world pulls no punches as he chronicles the battles he faced in and out of the ring in this fascinating memoir edited by Nobel Prize-winning novelist, Toni Morrison. Growing up in the South, surrounded by racial bigotry and discrimination, Ali fought not just for a living, but also for respect and rewards far more precious than money or glory. He was named Sportsman of the Century by Sports Illustrated and the BBC. Ali redefined what it meant to be an athlete by giving hope to millions around the world and inspiring us all to fight for what is important to us. This is a multifaceted portrait of Muhammad Ali only he could render: sports legend, unapologetic anti-war advocate, outrageous showman and gracious goodwill ambassador, fighter, lover, poet, and provocateur, and an irresistible force to be reckoned with. Who better to tell the tale than the man who went the distance living it? Critic Reviews: "It's uncanny how much narrator Dion Graham sounds like Ali. He has the same rhythm, inflection, and passion that The Champ had.... Graham makes us feel the pain Ali felt, both from the fights and from the world." ( AudioFile) Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/312/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: The Greatest Subtitle: My Own Story Author: Richard Durham, Muhammad Ali Narrator: Dion Graham Format: Unabridged Length: 16 hrs and 16 mins Language: English Release date: 05-25-16 Publisher: Graymalkin Media Ratings: 4.5 of 5 out of 343 votes Genres: Bios & Memoirs, Celebrities Publisher's Summary: In his own words, the heavyweight champion of the world pulls no punches as he chronicles the battles he faced in and out of the ring in this fascinating memoir edited by Nobel Prize-winning novelist, Toni Morrison. Growing up in the South, surrounded by racial bigotry and discrimination, Ali fought not just for a living, but also for respect and rewards far more precious than money or glory. He was named Sportsman of the Century by Sports Illustrated and the BBC. Ali redefined what it meant to be an athlete by giving hope to millions around the world and inspiring us all to fight for what is important to us. This is a multifaceted portrait of Muhammad Ali only he could render: sports legend, unapologetic anti-war advocate, outrageous showman and gracious goodwill ambassador, fighter, lover, poet, and provocateur, and an irresistible force to be reckoned with. Who better to tell the tale than the man who went the distance living it? Critic Reviews: "It's uncanny how much narrator Dion Graham sounds like Ali. He has the same rhythm, inflection, and passion that The Champ had.... Graham makes us feel the pain Ali felt, both from the fights and from the world." ( AudioFile) Members Reviews: Truly The Greatest If you could sum up The Greatest in three words, what would they be? Inspirational, quick, witty What does Dion Graham bring to the story that you wouldnt experience if you just read the book? Loved his voice. Brought so much to the book. Believed I was listening to Ali. Any additional comments? Sure he became the best boxer ever. But to see where he started, how the deck was stacked against him at every turn, what he had to overcome and continue to overcome even when he did make it, is truly inspirational. I'm not a sports fan and I found it a fascinating listen. Highly recommend it. great story the story, the reader, the book. they all had passion. made me realize alot of things about myself on never giving up. I connected with this book and I always have a book going. rarely do I ever write a review ether. my dad was a boxer so maybe it helped me understand a few things, about him and myself. however anyone having a hard time, or lived threw any type of oppression, can read this and find inspiration. ALI, THE PEOPLE S CHAMPION . Absolutely inspiring and captivating! I felt that I was actually there witnessing Muhammad Ali's life. I learned some very interesting insights about his life and journey. I'm inspired to hear what he had to do and encounter to be the person he was. I agree that he is the Greatest, but not just boxing, his intestinal fortitude and resolve to make a difference, and his passion for the people to give his best, to do his best! What a Champion Great book, phenomenal interpretation Would you recommend this audiobook to a friend? If so, why? I certainly would recommend this. This book chronicles intimate details of Ali's upbringing from his POV that are incredibly interesting and revealing. And Dion Graham's performance is superb. Wonderful nuance. What was one of the most memorable moments of The Greatest? The description and performance of the taped dialogue between Ali and Joe Frazier before their fight as they drive together on a long road trip. Awesome story, Grammy worth Reading this book goes in to the man library. https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/pd/Bios-Memoirs/The-Big-Miss-Audiobook/B007MCKCIY Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/312/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: The Big Miss Subtitle: My Years Coaching Tiger Woods Author: Hank Haney Narrator: Hank Haney Format: Unabridged Length: 8 hrs and 43 mins Language: English Release date: 03-27-12 Publisher: Random House Audio Ratings: 4.5 of 5 out of 647 votes Genres: Bios & Memoirs, Celebrities Publisher's Summary: The Big Miss is Hank Haney's candid and surprisingly insightful account of his tumultuous six-year journey with Tiger Woods, during which the supremely gifted golfer collected six major championships and rewrote golf history. Hank was one of the very few people allowed behind the curtain. He was with Tiger 110 days a year, spoke to him over 200 days a year, and stayed at his home up to 30 days a year, observing him in nearly every circumstance: at tournaments; on the practice range; over meals, with his wife, Elin; and relaxing with friends. The relationship between the two men began in March 2004, when Hank received a call from Tiger in which the golf champion asked him to be his coach. It was a call that would change both men's lives. Tiger - only 28 at the time - was by then already an icon, judged by the sporting press as not only one of the best golfers ever, but possibly the best athlete ever. Already, he was among the world's highest paid celebrities. There was an air of mystery surrounding him, an aura of invincibility. Unique among athletes, Tiger seemed to be able to shrug off any level of pressure and find a way to win. But Tiger was always looking to improve, and he wanted Hank's help. What Hank soon came to appreciate was that Tiger was one of the most complicated individuals he'd ever met, let alone coached. Although Hank had worked with hundreds of elite golfers and was not easily impressed, there were days watching Tiger on the range when Hank couldn't believe what he was witnessing. On those days, it was impossible to imagine another human playing golf so perfectly. And yet Tiger is human - and Hank's expert eye was adept at spotting where Tiger's perfection ended and an opportunity for improvement existed. Always haunting Tiger was his fear of "the big miss" - the wildly inaccurate golf shot that can ruin an otherwise solid round - and it was because that type of blunder was sometimes part of Tiger's game that Hank carefully redesigned his swing mechanics. Hank's most formidable coaching challenge, though, would be solving the riddle of Tiger's personality. Wary of the emotional distractions that might diminish his game and put him further from his goals, Tiger had developed a variety of tactics to keep people from getting too close, and not even Hank - or Tiger's family and friends, for that matter - was spared "the treatment". Toward the end of Tiger's and Hank's time together, the champion's laser-like focus began to blur, and he became less willing to put in punishing hours practicing - a disappointment to Hank, who saw in Tiger's behavior signs that his pupil had developed a conflicted relationship with the game. Hints that Tiger hungered to reinvent himself were present in his bizarre infatuation with elite military training, and - in a development Hank didn't see coming - in the scandal that would make headlines in late 2009. It all added up to a big miss that Hank, try as he might, couldn't save Tiger from. biacuaduc@gmail.com (Hank Haney) Tue, 27 Mar 2012 00:40:49 GMT https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/pd/Bios-Memoirs/The-Big-Miss-Audiobook/B007MCKCIY thebookvoice.com 08:43:00 no Listen to full audiobooks for free on thebookvoice.com Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/312/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: The Big Miss Subtitle: My Years Coaching Tiger Woods Author: Hank Haney Narrator: Hank Haney Format: Unabridged Length: 8 hrs and 43 mins Language: English Release date: 03-27-12 Publisher: Random House Audio Ratings: 4.5 of 5 out of 647 votes Genres: Bios & Memoirs, Celebrities Publisher's Summary: The Big Miss is Hank Haney's candid and surprisingly insightful account of his tumultuous six-year journey with Tiger Woods, during which the supremely gifted golfer collected six major championships and rewrote golf history. Hank was one of the very few people allowed behind the curtain. He was with Tiger 110 days a year, spoke to him over 200 days a year, and stayed at his home up to 30 days a year, observing him in nearly every circumstance: at tournaments; on the practice range; over meals, with his wife, Elin; and relaxing with friends. The relationship between the two men began in March 2004, when Hank received a call from Tiger in which the golf champion asked him to be his coach. It was a call that would change both men's lives. Tiger - only 28 at the time - was by then already an icon, judged by the sporting press as not only one of the best golfers ever, but possibly the best athlete ever. Already, he was among the world's highest paid celebrities. There was an air of mystery surrounding him, an aura of invincibility. Unique among athletes, Tiger seemed to be able to shrug off any level of pressure and find a way to win. But Tiger was always looking to improve, and he wanted Hank's help. What Hank soon came to appreciate was that Tiger was one of the most complicated individuals he'd ever met, let alone coached. Although Hank had worked with hundreds of elite golfers and was not easily impressed, there were days watching Tiger on the range when Hank couldn't believe what he was witnessing. On those days, it was impossible to imagine another human playing golf so perfectly. And yet Tiger is human - and Hank's expert eye was adept at spotting where Tiger's perfection ended and an opportunity for improvement existed. Always haunting Tiger was his fear of "the big miss" - the wildly inaccurate golf shot that can ruin an otherwise solid round - and it was because that type of blunder was sometimes part of Tiger's game that Hank carefully redesigned his swing mechanics. Hank's most formidable coaching challenge, though, would be solving the riddle of Tiger's personality. Wary of the emotional distractions that might diminish his game and put him further from his goals, Tiger had developed a variety of tactics to keep people from getting too close, and not even Hank - or Tiger's family and friends, for that matter - was spared "the treatment". Toward the end of Tiger's and Hank's time together, the champion's laser-like focus began to blur, and he became less willing to put in punishing hours practicing - a disappointment to Hank, who saw in Tiger's behavior signs that his pupil had developed a conflicted relationship with the game. Hints that Tiger hungered to reinvent himself were present in his bizarre infatuation with elite military training, and - in a development Hank didn't see coming - in the scandal that would make headlines in late 2009. It all added up to a big miss that Hank, try as he might, couldn't save Tiger from. Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/312/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: The Big Miss Subtitle: My Years Coaching Tiger Woods Author: Hank Haney Narrator: Hank Haney Format: Unabridged Length: 8 hrs and 43 mins Language: English Release date: 03-27-12 Publisher: Random House Audio Ratings: 4.5 of 5 out of 647 votes Genres: Bios & Memoirs, Celebrities Publisher's Summary: The Big Miss is Hank Haney's candid and surprisingly insightful account of his tumultuous six-year journey with Tiger Woods, during which the supremely gifted golfer collected six major championships and rewrote golf history. Hank was one of the very few people allowed behind the curtain. He was with Tiger 110 days a year, spoke to him over 200 days a year, and stayed at his home up to 30 days a year, observing him in nearly every circumstance: at tournaments; on the practice range; over meals, with his wife, Elin; and relaxing with friends. The relationship between the two men began in March 2004, when Hank received a call from Tiger in which the golf champion asked him to be his coach. It was a call that would change both men's lives. Tiger - only 28 at the time - was by then already an icon, judged by the sporting press as not only one of the best golfers ever, but possibly the best athlete ever. Already, he was among the world's highest paid celebrities. There was an air of mystery surrounding him, an aura of invincibility. Unique among athletes, Tiger seemed to be able to shrug off any level of pressure and find a way to win. But Tiger was always looking to improve, and he wanted Hank's help. What Hank soon came to appreciate was that Tiger was one of the most complicated individuals he'd ever met, let alone coached. Although Hank had worked with hundreds of elite golfers and was not easily impressed, there were days watching Tiger on the range when Hank couldn't believe what he was witnessing. On those days, it was impossible to imagine another human playing golf so perfectly. And yet Tiger is human - and Hank's expert eye was adept at spotting where Tiger's perfection ended and an opportunity for improvement existed. Always haunting Tiger was his fear of "the big miss" - the wildly inaccurate golf shot that can ruin an otherwise solid round - and it was because that type of blunder was sometimes part of Tiger's game that Hank carefully redesigned his swing mechanics. Hank's most formidable coaching challenge, though, would be solving the riddle of Tiger's personality. Wary of the emotional distractions that might diminish his game and put him further from his goals, Tiger had developed a variety of tactics to keep people from getting too close, and not even Hank - or Tiger's family and friends, for that matter - was spared "the treatment". Toward the end of Tiger's and Hank's time together, the champion's laser-like focus began to blur, and he became less willing to put in punishing hours practicing - a disappointment to Hank, who saw in Tiger's behavior signs that his pupil had developed a conflicted relationship with the game. Hints that Tiger hungered to reinvent himself were present in his bizarre infatuation with elite military training, and - in a development Hank didn't see coming - in the scandal that would make headlines in late 2009. It all added up to a big miss that Hank, try as he might, couldn't save Tiger from. Members Reviews: Very Mixed Feelings First let me say that I am an ex-professional golfer and totally understood everything Hank says. https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/pd/Bios-Memoirs/The-Aviators-Audiobook/B00EIOM58E Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/312/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: The Aviators Subtitle: Eddie Rickenbacker, Jimmy Doolittle, Charles Lindbergh, and the Epic Age of Flight Author: Winston Groom Narrator: Robertson Dean Format: Unabridged Length: 17 hrs and 23 mins Language: English Release date: 11-05-13 Publisher: Blackstone Audio, Inc. Ratings: 4.5 of 5 out of 1544 votes Genres: Bios & Memoirs, Celebrities Publisher's Summary: Gifted storyteller Winston Groom, the best-selling author of Forrest Gump, has written the fascinating story of three extraordinary heroes who defined aviation during the great age of flight: Charles Lindbergh, Eddie Rickenbacker, and Jimmy Doolittle. These cleverly interwoven tales of their heart-stopping adventures take us from the feats of World War I through the heroism of World War II and beyond, including daring military raids and survival at sea, and will appeal to fans of Unbroken, The Greatest Generation, and Flyboys. With the world in peril during World War II, each man set aside great success and comfort to return to the skies for his most daring mission yet. Doolittle, a brilliant aviation innovator, would lead the Tokyo Raid to retaliate for Pearl Harbor; Lindbergh, hero of the first solo flight across the Atlantic, would fly combat missions in the South Pacific; and Rickenbacker, World War I flying ace, would bravely hold his crew together while facing near-starvation and circling sharks after his plane went down in a remote part of the Pacific. Groom's rich narrative tells the intertwined stories - from broken homes to Medals of Honor (all three would receive one), barnstorming to the greatest raid of World War II, front-page triumph to anguished tragedy, and near-death to ultimate survival - of these three men who took to the sky, time and again, to become exemplars of the spirit of the "greatest generation." biacuaduc@gmail.com (Winston Groom) Tue, 05 Nov 2013 16:17:34 GMT https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/pd/Bios-Memoirs/The-Aviators-Audiobook/B00EIOM58E thebookvoice.com 17:23:00 no Listen to full audiobooks for free on thebookvoice.com Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/312/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: The Aviators Subtitle: Eddie Rickenbacker, Jimmy Doolittle, Charles Lindbergh, and the Epic Age of Flight Author: Winston Groom Narrator: Robertson Dean Format: Unabridged Length: 17 hrs and 23 mins Language: English Release date: 11-05-13 Publisher: Blackstone Audio, Inc. Ratings: 4.5 of 5 out of 1544 votes Genres: Bios & Memoirs, Celebrities Publisher's Summary: Gifted storyteller Winston Groom, the best-selling author of Forrest Gump, has written the fascinating story of three extraordinary heroes who defined aviation during the great age of flight: Charles Lindbergh, Eddie Rickenbacker, and Jimmy Doolittle. These cleverly interwoven tales of their heart-stopping adventures take us from the feats of World War I through the heroism of World War II and beyond, including daring military raids and survival at sea, and will appeal to fans of Unbroken, The Greatest Generation, and Flyboys. With the world in peril during World War II, each man set aside great success and comfort to return to the skies for his most daring mission yet. Doolittle, a brilliant aviation innovator, would lead the Tokyo Raid to retaliate for Pearl Harbor; Lindbergh, hero of the first solo flight across the Atlantic, would fly combat missions in the South Pacific; and Rickenbacker, World War I flying ace, would bravely hold his crew together while facing near-starvation and circling sharks after his plane went down in a remote part of the Pacific. Groom's rich narrative tells the intertwined stories - from broken homes to Medals of Honor (all three would receive one), barnstorming to the greatest raid of World War II, front-page triumph to anguished tragedy, and near-death to ultimate survival - of these three men who took to the sky, time and again, to become exemplars of the spirit of the "greatest generation." Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/312/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: The Aviators Subtitle: Eddie Rickenbacker, Jimmy Doolittle, Charles Lindbergh, and the Epic Age of Flight Author: Winston Groom Narrator: Robertson Dean Format: Unabridged Length: 17 hrs and 23 mins Language: English Release date: 11-05-13 Publisher: Blackstone Audio, Inc. Ratings: 4.5 of 5 out of 1544 votes Genres: Bios & Memoirs, Celebrities Publisher's Summary: Gifted storyteller Winston Groom, the best-selling author of Forrest Gump, has written the fascinating story of three extraordinary heroes who defined aviation during the great age of flight: Charles Lindbergh, Eddie Rickenbacker, and Jimmy Doolittle. These cleverly interwoven tales of their heart-stopping adventures take us from the feats of World War I through the heroism of World War II and beyond, including daring military raids and survival at sea, and will appeal to fans of Unbroken, The Greatest Generation, and Flyboys. With the world in peril during World War II, each man set aside great success and comfort to return to the skies for his most daring mission yet. Doolittle, a brilliant aviation innovator, would lead the Tokyo Raid to retaliate for Pearl Harbor; Lindbergh, hero of the first solo flight across the Atlantic, would fly combat missions in the South Pacific; and Rickenbacker, World War I flying ace, would bravely hold his crew together while facing near-starvation and circling sharks after his plane went down in a remote part of the Pacific. Groom's rich narrative tells the intertwined stories - from broken homes to Medals of Honor (all three would receive one), barnstorming to the greatest raid of World War II, front-page triumph to anguished tragedy, and near-death to ultimate survival - of these three men who took to the sky, time and again, to become exemplars of the spirit of the "greatest generation." Members Reviews: Great listening experience! Where does The Aviators rank among all the audiobooks youve listened to so far? The Aviators is one of the best audio books you can hope to buy this year. Who was your favorite character and why? The format of The Aviators is broken up by approximate decades or time periods, and by biographies of three noted, early aviators: Eddie Rickenbacker, Charles Lindbergh, and Jimmy Doolittle. This format was especially good for me because it kept the story moving and kept the story interesting. I never got bogged down with one guy for too long, or one time period for too long. It was interesting how one main event--say for example WWII, could be seen from three unique perspectives, by three unique participants. What about Robertson Deans performance did you like? The narrator, Robertson Dean, is excellent for the material. His voice and manner seem somewhere between a newscaster and a good storyteller. If you were to make a film of this book, what would the tag line be? This might make a very engaging documentary--Ken Burns style. Let's face it--the book was seventeen great hours of listening. What would they do? Give us a 1-hour documentary on this? Give me a break--there is too much great history here. Any additional comments? The Aviators is a great choice as an audio book purchase. Even if you're not old or blind, you can still enjoy it while driving or doing some other activity you don't have to concentrate on. I'm sure I will return to enjoy this audio book several times, eventually. Too much a hagiography These three men we're truly amazing people. they were heroes and risk takers who changed history. But not everything they did was fantastic. the author of times seems to be making too hard case for his subjects. Charles Lindbergh in particular. He was clearly an odd duck. https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/pd/Bios-Memoirs/Miles-Audiobook/B0070YXMWC Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/312/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: Miles Subtitle: The Autobiography Author: Miles Davis Narrator: Dion Graham Format: Unabridged Length: 16 hrs and 56 mins Language: English Release date: 02-01-12 Publisher: Blackstone Audio, Inc. Ratings: 4.5 of 5 out of 692 votes Genres: Bios & Memoirs, Celebrities Publisher's Summary: Universally acclaimed as a musical genius, Miles Davis was one of the most important and influential musicians in the world. Here, Miles speaks out about his extraordinary life. Miles: The Autobiography, like Miles himself, holds nothing back. For the first time Miles talks about his five-year silence. He speaks frankly and openly about his drug problem and how he overcame it. He condemns the racism he encountered in the music business and in American society generally. And he discusses the women in his life. But above all, Miles talks about music and musicians, including the legends he has played with over the years: Bird, Dizzy, Monk, Trane, Mingus, and many others. The man who gave us some of the most exciting music of the twentieth century here gives us a compelling and fascinating autobiography. biacuaduc@gmail.com (Miles Davis) Wed, 01 Feb 2012 09:22:01 GMT https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/pd/Bios-Memoirs/Miles-Audiobook/B0070YXMWC thebookvoice.com 16:56:00 no Listen to full audiobooks for free on thebookvoice.com Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/312/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: Miles Subtitle: The Autobiography Author: Miles Davis Narrator: Dion Graham Format: Unabridged Length: 16 hrs and 56 mins Language: English Release date: 02-01-12 Publisher: Blackstone Audio, Inc. Ratings: 4.5 of 5 out of 692 votes Genres: Bios & Memoirs, Celebrities Publisher's Summary: Universally acclaimed as a musical genius, Miles Davis was one of the most important and influential musicians in the world. Here, Miles speaks out about his extraordinary life. Miles: The Autobiography, like Miles himself, holds nothing back. For the first time Miles talks about his five-year silence. He speaks frankly and openly about his drug problem and how he overcame it. He condemns the racism he encountered in the music business and in American society generally. And he discusses the women in his life. But above all, Miles talks about music and musicians, including the legends he has played with over the years: Bird, Dizzy, Monk, Trane, Mingus, and many others. The man who gave us some of the most exciting music of the twentieth century here gives us a compelling and fascinating autobiography. Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/312/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: Miles Subtitle: The Autobiography Author: Miles Davis Narrator: Dion Graham Format: Unabridged Length: 16 hrs and 56 mins Language: English Release date: 02-01-12 Publisher: Blackstone Audio, Inc. Ratings: 4.5 of 5 out of 692 votes Genres: Bios & Memoirs, Celebrities Publisher's Summary: Universally acclaimed as a musical genius, Miles Davis was one of the most important and influential musicians in the world. Here, Miles speaks out about his extraordinary life. Miles: The Autobiography, like Miles himself, holds nothing back. For the first time Miles talks about his five-year silence. He speaks frankly and openly about his drug problem and how he overcame it. He condemns the racism he encountered in the music business and in American society generally. And he discusses the women in his life. But above all, Miles talks about music and musicians, including the legends he has played with over the years: Bird, Dizzy, Monk, Trane, Mingus, and many others. The man who gave us some of the most exciting music of the twentieth century here gives us a compelling and fascinating autobiography. Members Reviews: A man untroubled by his own contradictions It's hard to give a rating to this book. It's a very frank and open and detailed account of Davis's life. It's also troubling and frustrating. Taken on its own terms, it absolutely succeeds in what it sets out to do. Whether you come out at the end believing that Davis is a suitable subject for a biography is another story. One thing is for sure, this book is never boring. Actually, compared with a lot of the celebrity memoirs coming out these days, there's no question Miles deserves his say. It's just distressing to see so little evidence of personal growth over the course of his lifetime. The person who comes across in this book is someone who only ever cared about music, over and above family, friends, relationships, fans, or anything else in this world. If you were looking to find some revelation about why Miles behaved the way he did in front of an audience, it appears that he really didn't care about the audience. He was there to play, and if you were there to listen that was fine, but he wasn't there to entertain you. As for his contradictions, sometimes I wonder if his ghostwriter (Quincey Troupe) juxtaposed them on purpose or not. Sometimes he says that music is always music, and other times he says that old music is dead. Sometimes he says that women have to be interesting, but the way he describes them suggests the opposite. Sometimes he says that he never cared about what color someone was, but most of the time he expresses a vehement hatred of white people. I have no doubt that he encountered a good deal of racism in his life, but he also seems to have gone out of his way to look for signs of it even when people were simply trying to reach out to him. Again, I have to wonder if Quincey Troupe consciously constructed those episodes to convey that. I have to say that regardless of how Miles himself comes across, the first half of the book detailing the jazz scene in New York City in the 40s and 50s is absolutely fascinating. This is a first-person account by someone who was there and in the middle of it and connected to everyone who was anyone. Quincey Troupe did an incredible job of putting this narrative together and making it sound like a monologue Miles could have delivered. Be forewarned that Miles uses a lot of profanity. Dion Graham does a creditable job of imitating Miles's breathy, raspy voice. There were times that I forgot it was not Miles actually speaking this book. https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/pd/Bios-Memoirs/Unbearable-Lightness-Audiobook/B0049H664O Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/312/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: Unbearable Lightness Subtitle: A Story of Loss and Gain Author: Portia de Rossi Narrator: Portia de Rossi Format: Unabridged Length: 9 hrs and 20 mins Language: English Release date: 11-01-10 Publisher: Simon & Schuster Audio Ratings: 4.5 of 5 out of 778 votes Genres: Bios & Memoirs, Celebrities Publisher's Summary: I didnt decide to become anorexic. It snuck up on me disguised as a healthy diet, a professional attitude. Being as thin as possible was a way to make the job of being an actress easier . . . Portia de Rossi weighed only 82 pounds when she collapsed on the set of the Hollywood film in which she was playing her first leading role. This should have been the culmination of all her years of hard work - first as a child model in Australia, then as a cast member of one of the hottest shows on American television. On the outside she was thin and blond, glamorous and successful. On the inside, she was literally dying. In this searing, unflinchingly honest book, Portia de Rossi captures the complex emotional truth of what it is like when food, weight, and body image take priority over every other human impulse or action. She recounts the elaborate rituals around eating that came to dominate hours of every day, from keeping her daily calorie intake below 300 to eating precisely measured amounts of food out of specific bowls and only with certain utensils. When this wasnt enough, she resorted to purging and compulsive physical exercise, driving her body and spirit to the breaking point. Even as she rose to fame as a cast member of the hit television shows Ally McBeal and Arrested Development, Portia alternately starved herself and binged, all the while terrified that the truth of her sexuality would be exposed in the tabloids. She reveals the heartache and fear that accompany a life lived in the closet, a sense of isolation that was only magnified by her unrelenting desire to be ever thinner. With the storytelling skills of a great novelist and the eye for detail of a poet, Portia makes transparent as never before the behaviors and emotions of someone living with an eating disorder. From her lowest point, Portia began the painful climb back to a life of health and honesty, falling in love with and eventually marrying Ellen DeGeneres, and emerging as an outspoken and articulate advocate for gay rights and womens health issues. In this remarkable and beautifully written work, Portia shines a bright light on a dark subject. A crucial book for all those who might sometimes feel at war with themselves or their bodies, Unbearable Lightness is a story that inspires hope and nourishes the spirit. Critic Reviews: Breathtakingly honest, brutal and beautiful. (Jonathan Safran Foer) Possibly the best book on the subject ever written. De Rossi is the real deal, a fine writer with a sharp mind and substance. This rich, layered book of remarkable courage, power, and significance will serve as life-changing inspiration for many. (Augusten Burroughs) De Rossi tells her story with genuine insight and unflinching honesty. You will cheer her on. Jeannette Walls biacuaduc@gmail.com (Portia de Rossi) Mon, 01 Nov 2010 05:27:25 GMT https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/pd/Bios-Memoirs/Unbearable-Lightness-Audiobook/B0049H664O thebookvoice.com 09:20:00 no Listen to full audiobooks for free on thebookvoice.com Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/312/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: Unbearable Lightness Subtitle: A Story of Loss and Gain Author: Portia de Rossi Narrator: Portia de Rossi Format: Unabridged Length: 9 hrs and 20 mins Language: English Release date: 11-01-10 Publisher: Simon & Schuster Audio Ratings: 4.5 of 5 out of 778 votes Genres: Bios & Memoirs, Celebrities Publisher's Summary: I didnt decide to become anorexic. It snuck up on me disguised as a healthy diet, a professional attitude. Being as thin as possible was a way to make the job of being an actress easier . . . Portia de Rossi weighed only 82 pounds when she collapsed on the set of the Hollywood film in which she was playing her first leading role. This should have been the culmination of all her years of hard work - first as a child model in Australia, then as a cast member of one of the hottest shows on American television. On the outside she was thin and blond, glamorous and successful. On the inside, she was literally dying. In this searing, unflinchingly honest book, Portia de Rossi captures the complex emotional truth of what it is like when food, weight, and body image take priority over every other human impulse or action. She recounts the elaborate rituals around eating that came to dominate hours of every day, from keeping her daily calorie intake below 300 to eating precisely measured amounts of food out of specific bowls and only with certain utensils. When this wasnt enough, she resorted to purging and compulsive physical exercise, driving her body and spirit to the breaking point. Even as she rose to fame as a cast member of the hit television shows Ally McBeal and Arrested Development, Portia alternately starved herself and binged, all the while terrified that the truth of her sexuality would be exposed in the tabloids. She reveals the heartache and fear that accompany a life lived in the closet, a sense of isolation that was only magnified by her unrelenting desire to be ever thinner. With the storytelling skills of a great novelist and the eye for detail of a poet, Portia makes transparent as never before the behaviors and emotions of someone living with an eating disorder. From her lowest point, Portia began the painful climb back to a life of health and honesty, falling in love with and eventually marrying Ellen DeGeneres, and emerging as an outspoken and articulate advocate for gay rights and womens health issues. In this remarkable and beautifully written work, Portia shines a bright light on a dark subject. A crucial book for all those who might sometimes feel at war with themselves or their bodies, Unbearable Lightness is a story that inspires hope and nourishes the spirit. Critic Reviews: Breathtakingly honest, brutal and beautiful. (Jonathan Safran Foer) Possibly the best book on the subject ever written. De Rossi is the real deal, a fine writer with a sharp mind and substance. This rich, layered book of remarkable courage, power, and significance will serve as life-changing inspiration for many. (Augusten Burroughs) De Rossi tells her story with genuine insight and unflinching honesty. You will cheer her on. Jeannette Walls Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/312/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: Unbearable Lightness Subtitle: A Story of Loss and Gain Author: Portia de Rossi Narrator: Portia de Rossi Format: Unabridged Length: 9 hrs and 20 mins Language: English Release date: 11-01-10 Publisher: Simon & Schuster Audio Ratings: 4.5 of 5 out of 778 votes Genres: Bios & Memoirs, Celebrities Publisher's Summary: I didnt decide to become anorexic. It snuck up on me disguised as a healthy diet, a professional attitude. Being as thin as possible was a way to make the job of being an actress easier . . . Portia de Rossi weighed only 82 pounds when she collapsed on the set of the Hollywood film in which she was playing her first leading role. This should have been the culmination of all her years of hard work - first as a child model in Australia, then as a cast member of one of the hottest shows on American television. On the outside she was thin and blond, glamorous and successful. On the inside, she was literally dying. In this searing, unflinchingly honest book, Portia de Rossi captures the complex emotional truth of what it is like when food, weight, and body image take priority over every other human impulse or action. She recounts the elaborate rituals around eating that came to dominate hours of every day, from keeping her daily calorie intake below 300 to eating precisely measured amounts of food out of specific bowls and only with certain utensils. When this wasnt enough, she resorted to purging and compulsive physical exercise, driving her body and spirit to the breaking point. Even as she rose to fame as a cast member of the hit television shows Ally McBeal and Arrested Development, Portia alternately starved herself and binged, all the while terrified that the truth of her sexuality would be exposed in the tabloids. She reveals the heartache and fear that accompany a life lived in the closet, a sense of isolation that was only magnified by her unrelenting desire to be ever thinner. With the storytelling skills of a great novelist and the eye for detail of a poet, Portia makes transparent as never before the behaviors and emotions of someone living with an eating disorder. From her lowest point, Portia began the painful climb back to a life of health and honesty, falling in love with and eventually marrying Ellen DeGeneres, and emerging as an outspoken and articulate advocate for gay rights and womens health issues. In this remarkable and beautifully written work, Portia shines a bright light on a dark subject. A crucial book for all those who might sometimes feel at war with themselves or their bodies, Unbearable Lightness is a story that inspires hope and nourishes the spirit. Critic Reviews: Breathtakingly honest, brutal and beautiful. (Jonathan Safran Foer) Possibly the best book on the subject ever written. De Rossi is the real deal, a fine writer with a sharp mind and substance. This rich, layered book of remarkable courage, power, and significance will serve as life-changing inspiration for many. (Augusten Burroughs) De Rossi tells her story with genuine insight and unflinching honesty. You will cheer her on. Jeannette Walls Members Reviews: Beautifully Sad How someone could hate themselves so much is astonishing. This is a beautifully written yet heartbreaking book. I enjoyed that it is read by Portia herself, her warm voice soothes you over even as you wish you could go back to that time and grab her and shake her and tell her that she was beautiful and to stop hating herself! I was engrossed from the first sentence. Painful Very, very hard to read. The day to day horror of being anorexic/bulemic literally made me sick to my stomach. https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/pd/Bios-Memoirs/When-I-Stop-Talking-Youll-Know-Im-Dead-Audiobook/B003C2EO6O Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/312/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: When I Stop Talking, You'll Know I'm Dead Subtitle: Useful Stories from a Persuasive Man Author: Jerry Weintraub, Rich Cohen, George Clooney (foreword) Narrator: Jerry Weintraub Format: Unabridged Length: 7 hrs and 37 mins Language: English Release date: 04-07-10 Publisher: Hachette Audio Ratings: 4.5 of 5 out of 1128 votes Genres: Bios & Memoirs, Celebrities Publisher's Summary: Here is the story of Jerry Weintraub: the self-made, Brooklyn-born, Bronx-raised impresario, Hollywood producer, legendary dealmaker, and friend of politicians and stars. No matter where nature has placed him - the club rooms of Brooklyn, the Mafia dives of New York's Lower East Side, the wilds of Alaska, or the hills of Hollywood - he has found a way to put on a show and sell tickets at the door. "All life was a theater and I wanted to put it up on a stage," he says. "I wanted to set the world under a marquee that read: 'Jerry Weintraub Presents.'" In When I Stop Talking, You'll Know I'm Dead, we follow Weintraub from his first great success at age 26 with Elvis Presley, whom he took on the road with the help of Colonel Tom Parker; to the immortal days with Sinatra and Rat Pack glory; to his crowning hits as a movie producer, starting with Robert Altman and Nashville, continuing with Oh, God!, the Karate Kid movies, and Diner, among others, and summiting with Steven Soderbergh and Ocean's Eleven, Twelve, and Thirteen. Along the way, we'll watch as Jerry moves from the poker tables of Palm Springs (the games went on for days), to the power rooms of Hollywood, to the halls of the White House, to Red Square in Moscow, and the Great Palace in Beijing - all the while counseling potentates, poets, and kings, with clients and confidants like George Clooney, Bruce Willis, George H. W. Bush, Armand Hammer, Brad Pitt, Matt Damon, Bob Dylan, Led Zeppelin, John Denver, Bobby Fischer...the list goes on forever. And of course, the story is not yet over. As the old-timers say, "The best is yet to come." And as Weintraub says, "When I stop talking, you'll know I'm dead." With wit, wisdom, and the cool confidence that has colored his remarkable career, Jerry chronicles a quintessentially American journey, one marked by luck, love, and improvisation. The stories he tells and the lessons we learn are essential, not just for those who love movies and music, but for businessmen, entrepreneurs, artists...everyone. biacuaduc@gmail.com (Jerry Weintraub) Wed, 07 Apr 2010 05:47:47 GMT https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/pd/Bios-Memoirs/When-I-Stop-Talking-Youll-Know-Im-Dead-Audiobook/B003C2EO6O thebookvoice.com 07:37:00 no Listen to full audiobooks for free on thebookvoice.com Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/312/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: When I Stop Talking, You'll Know I'm Dead Subtitle: Useful Stories from a Persuasive Man Author: Jerry Weintraub, Rich Cohen, George Clooney (foreword) Narrator: Jerry Weintraub Format: Unabridged Length: 7 hrs and 37 mins Language: English Release date: 04-07-10 Publisher: Hachette Audio Ratings: 4.5 of 5 out of 1128 votes Genres: Bios & Memoirs, Celebrities Publisher's Summary: Here is the story of Jerry Weintraub: the self-made, Brooklyn-born, Bronx-raised impresario, Hollywood producer, legendary dealmaker, and friend of politicians and stars. No matter where nature has placed him - the club rooms of Brooklyn, the Mafia dives of New York's Lower East Side, the wilds of Alaska, or the hills of Hollywood - he has found a way to put on a show and sell tickets at the door. "All life was a theater and I wanted to put it up on a stage," he says. "I wanted to set the world under a marquee that read: 'Jerry Weintraub Presents.'" In When I Stop Talking, You'll Know I'm Dead, we follow Weintraub from his first great success at age 26 with Elvis Presley, whom he took on the road with the help of Colonel Tom Parker; to the immortal days with Sinatra and Rat Pack glory; to his crowning hits as a movie producer, starting with Robert Altman and Nashville, continuing with Oh, God!, the Karate Kid movies, and Diner, among others, and summiting with Steven Soderbergh and Ocean's Eleven, Twelve, and Thirteen. Along the way, we'll watch as Jerry moves from the poker tables of Palm Springs (the games went on for days), to the power rooms of Hollywood, to the halls of the White House, to Red Square in Moscow, and the Great Palace in Beijing - all the while counseling potentates, poets, and kings, with clients and confidants like George Clooney, Bruce Willis, George H. W. Bush, Armand Hammer, Brad Pitt, Matt Damon, Bob Dylan, Led Zeppelin, John Denver, Bobby Fischer...the list goes on forever. And of course, the story is not yet over. As the old-timers say, "The best is yet to come." And as Weintraub says, "When I stop talking, you'll know I'm dead." With wit, wisdom, and the cool confidence that has colored his remarkable career, Jerry chronicles a quintessentially American journey, one marked by luck, love, and improvisation. The stories he tells and the lessons we learn are essential, not just for those who love movies and music, but for businessmen, entrepreneurs, artists...everyone. Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/312/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: When I Stop Talking, You'll Know I'm Dead Subtitle: Useful Stories from a Persuasive Man Author: Jerry Weintraub, Rich Cohen, George Clooney (foreword) Narrator: Jerry Weintraub Format: Unabridged Length: 7 hrs and 37 mins Language: English Release date: 04-07-10 Publisher: Hachette Audio Ratings: 4.5 of 5 out of 1128 votes Genres: Bios & Memoirs, Celebrities Publisher's Summary: Here is the story of Jerry Weintraub: the self-made, Brooklyn-born, Bronx-raised impresario, Hollywood producer, legendary dealmaker, and friend of politicians and stars. No matter where nature has placed him - the club rooms of Brooklyn, the Mafia dives of New York's Lower East Side, the wilds of Alaska, or the hills of Hollywood - he has found a way to put on a show and sell tickets at the door. "All life was a theater and I wanted to put it up on a stage," he says. "I wanted to set the world under a marquee that read: 'Jerry Weintraub Presents.'" In When I Stop Talking, You'll Know I'm Dead, we follow Weintraub from his first great success at age 26 with Elvis Presley, whom he took on the road with the help of Colonel Tom Parker; to the immortal days with Sinatra and Rat Pack glory; to his crowning hits as a movie producer, starting with Robert Altman and Nashville, continuing with Oh, God!, the Karate Kid movies, and Diner, among others, and summiting with Steven Soderbergh and Ocean's Eleven, Twelve, and Thirteen. Along the way, we'll watch as Jerry moves from the poker tables of Palm Springs (the games went on for days), to the power rooms of Hollywood, to the halls of the White House, to Red Square in Moscow, and the Great Palace in Beijing - all the while counseling potentates, poets, and kings, with clients and confidants like George Clooney, Bruce Willis, George H. W. Bush, Armand Hammer, Brad Pitt, Matt Damon, Bob Dylan, Led Zeppelin, John Denver, Bobby Fischer...the list goes on forever. And of course, the story is not yet over. As the old-timers say, "The best is yet to come." And as Weintraub says, "When I stop talking, you'll know I'm dead." With wit, wisdom, and the cool confidence that has colored his remarkable career, Jerry chronicles a quintessentially American journey, one marked by luck, love, and improvisation. The stories he tells and the lessons we learn are essential, not just for those who love movies and music, but for businessmen, entrepreneurs, artists...everyone. Members Reviews: Great stories! I wasn't too excited to start the book but the stories turned it around. I don't usually like whem authors narrate their own books, but in this case, it was the audiobooks greatest attribute. You could hear the pain im his voice when he told the story of his father's passing away. It wasnt just another bullet point to get through. He was clearly choked up. That type of genuine emotion infused throughout, is what carries an already interesting autobiography into the realms of greatness. Interesting and Well Done Would you listen to When I Stop Talking, You'll Know I'm Dead again? Why? This book is highly interesting and relevant. I was only disappointed that the book came to an end. I wish it had been lengthier. What did you like best about this story? I think the stories, occasionally wrapped in life lessons, could not have been more interesting. If this book is not a bestseller, it should be. Have you listened to any of Jerry Weintraubs other performances before? How does this one compare? N/A Did you have an extreme reaction to this book? Did it make you laugh or cry? It did make me laugh. And it did have touching moments. Any additional comments? This is a must-read. https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/pd/Bios-Memoirs/Kidnapped-Audiobook/B078THHXZF Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/312/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: Kidnapped Subtitle: The Tragic Life of J. Paul Getty III Author: Charles Fox Narrator: Michael Kramer Format: Unabridged Length: 9 hrs and 22 mins Language: English Release date: 01-09-18 Publisher: Macmillan Audio Ratings: 4.5 of 5 out of 3 votes Genres: Bios & Memoirs, Celebrities Publisher's Summary: Previously published as Uncommon Youth, Charles Fox's Kidnapped examines the glamorous life, gilded family, and tragic times of J. Paul Getty III, whose kidnapping made headlines in 1973. J. Paul ("Little Paul") Getty III, the grandson of Getty Oil founder J. Paul Getty, may have been cursed by money and privilege from the moment he was born. Falling in with the wrong people and practically abandoned by his famous family, Getty was a child of his international jet-set era, moving from Marrakesh to Rome, nightclubs to well-appointed drug dens. His high-profile kidnapping defined the decade - and was permanently memorable for the ear that was mailed to his mother as evidence of the kidnappers' intentions. Kidnapped is richly reported and includes many interviews with Getty himself, conducted from the late 1970s to the early 1990s, that raise new angles about the case. How much did Getty acquiesce to the kidnappers? Why wouldn't his rich-as-Croesus grandfather pay the ransom, which began at the equivalent of $550,000 in lire and bulged to 3.6 million as the months dragged on? Charles Fox began following and researching this story in the days shortly after Getty's disappearance. This fascinating audiobook captures the voices of models and maids, mistresses and mothers, carabinieri and club owners, drug dealers and drivers, alongside the Getty family members themselves to paint an evocative portrait of an era and one of its most misunderstood participants. biacuaduc@gmail.com (Charles Fox) Tue, 09 Jan 2018 11:06:23 GMT https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/pd/Bios-Memoirs/Kidnapped-Audiobook/B078THHXZF thebookvoice.com 09:22:00 no Listen to full audiobooks for free on thebookvoice.com Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/312/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: Kidnapped Subtitle: The Tragic Life of J. Paul Getty III Author: Charles Fox Narrator: Michael Kramer Format: Unabridged Length: 9 hrs and 22 mins Language: English Release date: 01-09-18 Publisher: Macmillan Audio Ratings: 4.5 of 5 out of 3 votes Genres: Bios & Memoirs, Celebrities Publisher's Summary: Previously published as Uncommon Youth, Charles Fox's Kidnapped examines the glamorous life, gilded family, and tragic times of J. Paul Getty III, whose kidnapping made headlines in 1973. J. Paul ("Little Paul") Getty III, the grandson of Getty Oil founder J. Paul Getty, may have been cursed by money and privilege from the moment he was born. Falling in with the wrong people and practically abandoned by his famous family, Getty was a child of his international jet-set era, moving from Marrakesh to Rome, nightclubs to well-appointed drug dens. His high-profile kidnapping defined the decade - and was permanently memorable for the ear that was mailed to his mother as evidence of the kidnappers' intentions. Kidnapped is richly reported and includes many interviews with Getty himself, conducted from the late 1970s to the early 1990s, that raise new angles about the case. How much did Getty acquiesce to the kidnappers? Why wouldn't his rich-as-Croesus grandfather pay the ransom, which began at the equivalent of $550,000 in lire and bulged to 3.6 million as the months dragged on? Charles Fox began following and researching this story in the days shortly after Getty's disappearance. This fascinating audiobook captures the voices of models and maids, mistresses and mothers, carabinieri and club owners, drug dealers and drivers, alongside the Getty family members themselves to paint an evocative portrait of an era and one of its most misunderstood participants. Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/312/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: Kidnapped Subtitle: The Tragic Life of J. Paul Getty III Author: Charles Fox Narrator: Michael Kramer Format: Unabridged Length: 9 hrs and 22 mins Language: English Release date: 01-09-18 Publisher: Macmillan Audio Ratings: 4.5 of 5 out of 3 votes Genres: Bios & Memoirs, Celebrities Publisher's Summary: Previously published as Uncommon Youth, Charles Fox's Kidnapped examines the glamorous life, gilded family, and tragic times of J. Paul Getty III, whose kidnapping made headlines in 1973. J. Paul ("Little Paul") Getty III, the grandson of Getty Oil founder J. Paul Getty, may have been cursed by money and privilege from the moment he was born. Falling in with the wrong people and practically abandoned by his famous family, Getty was a child of his international jet-set era, moving from Marrakesh to Rome, nightclubs to well-appointed drug dens. His high-profile kidnapping defined the decade - and was permanently memorable for the ear that was mailed to his mother as evidence of the kidnappers' intentions. Kidnapped is richly reported and includes many interviews with Getty himself, conducted from the late 1970s to the early 1990s, that raise new angles about the case. How much did Getty acquiesce to the kidnappers? Why wouldn't his rich-as-Croesus grandfather pay the ransom, which began at the equivalent of $550,000 in lire and bulged to 3.6 million as the months dragged on? Charles Fox began following and researching this story in the days shortly after Getty's disappearance. This fascinating audiobook captures the voices of models and maids, mistresses and mothers, carabinieri and club owners, drug dealers and drivers, alongside the Getty family members themselves to paint an evocative portrait of an era and one of its most misunderstood participants. Members Reviews: Don't waste your money This is by far the worst "book" that I have ever read. It's not a book, it's a transcribed account of rambling interviews with J. Paul Getty III and those around him. Much of it makes no sense, not cohesive and parts of it are totally impossible to understand. Please do not wasted your money on this book. If I could give it negative stars I would. Kidnapped I'm sorry to say that I found the writing style of this book to be very disorganized, repetitive and confusing. But it does get across the awfulness of young Paul's kidnapping, the absolute meanness of some of his family, and the general lack of caring for his well-being and safety by the police, the press, and other public figures. It is a very sad story. https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/pd/Bios-Memoirs/The-Good-the-Bad-and-the-Grace-of-God-Audiobook/B00ZSOKKY4 Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/312/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: The Good, the Bad, and the Grace of God Author: Jep Robertson, Jessica Robertson Narrator: Pixie Mahtani, Gabe Wicks Format: Unabridged Length: 5 hrs and 25 mins Language: English Release date: 06-23-15 Publisher: Thomas Nelson Publishers Ratings: 4.5 of 5 out of 222 votes Genres: Bios & Memoirs, Celebrities Publisher's Summary: A moving story of redemption and second chances. Jep Robertson, the youngest son of Duck Commander Phil Robertson, and his wife, Jessica, open up about their personal trials, their early years together, and the challenges that might have destroyed them both had the grace of God not intervened. Jep describes being molested as a child and his reluctance to tell anyone until only a few years ago, his downward spiral into drug and alcohol abuse, and the eventual intervention of his family. Jessica shares about the difficult failure of her first marriage while still a teenager and the hurt that came along with it, much of it from the Church. Her insecurities spun out of control, as she wondered whether she would ever be good enough or pretty enough. This book is their love story but, more importantly, their love story for God. "We are desperate to let people know that no matter what you've done, no matter what you've lived through, you can come out of it. You can be washed clean. You are redeemed." biacuaduc@gmail.com (Jep Robertson) Tue, 23 Jun 2015 21:15:38 GMT https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/pd/Bios-Memoirs/The-Good-the-Bad-and-the-Grace-of-God-Audiobook/B00ZSOKKY4 thebookvoice.com 05:25:00 no Listen to full audiobooks for free on thebookvoice.com Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/312/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: The Good, the Bad, and the Grace of God Author: Jep Robertson, Jessica Robertson Narrator: Pixie Mahtani, Gabe Wicks Format: Unabridged Length: 5 hrs and 25 mins Language: English Release date: 06-23-15 Publisher: Thomas Nelson Publishers Ratings: 4.5 of 5 out of 222 votes Genres: Bios & Memoirs, Celebrities Publisher's Summary: A moving story of redemption and second chances. Jep Robertson, the youngest son of Duck Commander Phil Robertson, and his wife, Jessica, open up about their personal trials, their early years together, and the challenges that might have destroyed them both had the grace of God not intervened. Jep describes being molested as a child and his reluctance to tell anyone until only a few years ago, his downward spiral into drug and alcohol abuse, and the eventual intervention of his family. Jessica shares about the difficult failure of her first marriage while still a teenager and the hurt that came along with it, much of it from the Church. Her insecurities spun out of control, as she wondered whether she would ever be good enough or pretty enough. This book is their love story but, more importantly, their love story for God. "We are desperate to let people know that no matter what you've done, no matter what you've lived through, you can come out of it. You can be washed clean. You are redeemed." Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/312/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: The Good, the Bad, and the Grace of God Author: Jep Robertson, Jessica Robertson Narrator: Pixie Mahtani, Gabe Wicks Format: Unabridged Length: 5 hrs and 25 mins Language: English Release date: 06-23-15 Publisher: Thomas Nelson Publishers Ratings: 4.5 of 5 out of 222 votes Genres: Bios & Memoirs, Celebrities Publisher's Summary: A moving story of redemption and second chances. Jep Robertson, the youngest son of Duck Commander Phil Robertson, and his wife, Jessica, open up about their personal trials, their early years together, and the challenges that might have destroyed them both had the grace of God not intervened. Jep describes being molested as a child and his reluctance to tell anyone until only a few years ago, his downward spiral into drug and alcohol abuse, and the eventual intervention of his family. Jessica shares about the difficult failure of her first marriage while still a teenager and the hurt that came along with it, much of it from the Church. Her insecurities spun out of control, as she wondered whether she would ever be good enough or pretty enough. This book is their love story but, more importantly, their love story for God. "We are desperate to let people know that no matter what you've done, no matter what you've lived through, you can come out of it. You can be washed clean. You are redeemed." Members Reviews: The Robertsons are awesome people. I pray God's richest blessings on them! The book was awesome and real and full of God's love. I did think I had missed a part when there was no mention of Jep's apology for the pornography. My heart was broken and touched by the heartbreaking things he went through on the bus- God help the girl who did such horrific things to an innocent child. However, I'm not exactly sure what that has to do with the addiction. I only mention that because of my mercy for Jessica AND my desire for others struggling in this area to get help-both the addict and the spouse. The storyline seemed to go directly from Jessica's crushing discovery of the addiction-to the school bus story. I'm sure, no doubt, Jep humbled himself before our Merciful Lord and found victorious deliverance, but, perhaps, for future reference, Jep or Jessica could mention the fact that Jep did take full responsibility for his actions and asked for forgiveness from Jessica. I pray with all my heart that didn't sound unforgiving or judgmental. That is the LAST thing I would EVER want to portray. I re listened to the entire part to make sure I hadn't missed it and again, just want others that struggle to know at least the basic steps to follow for help. I do realize this is not a book on that subject and hope I didn't cause any offense. You both are amazing, and I'm so glad The Lord helped me stumble onto this wonderful book! Love it! Honest, humble and inspiring! Highly recommended! I own all of the Robertson family books. They really opened my eyes. Loved the book, wrong narrators, but get it anyway I've enjoyed many of the Duck Dynasty books including this one. If you are a fan of the show, this book gives an amazing and very honest insight into the lives of Jep and Jessica. I commend them for their honesty. That's one of the things I love about this family, they don't pretend to be perfect...they are just themselves, they are just human. And if you are human as well (ha ha!) then no doubt, you aren't perfect either. This book will help you to understand that no matter how you may fall short of some "ideal" you are always loved by God and if you ask and mean it, you are forgiven. https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/pd/Bios-Memoirs/American-on-Purpose-Audiobook/B002V0JQOS Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/312/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: American on Purpose Subtitle: The Improbable Adventures of an Unlikely Patriot Author: Craig Ferguson Narrator: Craig Ferguson Format: Unabridged Length: 7 hrs and 24 mins Language: English Release date: 09-22-09 Publisher: HarperAudio Ratings: 4.5 of 5 out of 2455 votes Genres: Bios & Memoirs, Celebrities Publisher's Summary: To numb the pain of failure, Ferguson found comfort in drugs and alcohol, addictions that eventually led to an aborted suicide attempt. (He forgot to do it when someone offered him a glass of sherry.) But his story has a happy ending: in 1993, the washed-up Ferguson washed up in the United States. Finally sober, Ferguson landed a breakthrough part on the hit sitcom The Drew Carey Show, a success that eventually led to his role as the host of CBS's The Late Late Show. By far Ferguson's greatest triumph was his decision to become a U.S. citizen, a milestone he achieved in early 2008, just before his command performance for the president at the White House Correspondents' Association Dinner. In American on Purpose, Craig Ferguson talks a red, white, and blue streak about everything our Founding Fathers feared. biacuaduc@gmail.com (Craig Ferguson) Tue, 22 Sep 2009 04:26:06 GMT https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/pd/Bios-Memoirs/American-on-Purpose-Audiobook/B002V0JQOS thebookvoice.com 07:24:00 no Listen to full audiobooks for free on thebookvoice.com Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/312/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: American on Purpose Subtitle: The Improbable Adventures of an Unlikely Patriot Author: Craig Ferguson Narrator: Craig Ferguson Format: Unabridged Length: 7 hrs and 24 mins Language: English Release date: 09-22-09 Publisher: HarperAudio Ratings: 4.5 of 5 out of 2455 votes Genres: Bios & Memoirs, Celebrities Publisher's Summary: To numb the pain of failure, Ferguson found comfort in drugs and alcohol, addictions that eventually led to an aborted suicide attempt. (He forgot to do it when someone offered him a glass of sherry.) But his story has a happy ending: in 1993, the washed-up Ferguson washed up in the United States. Finally sober, Ferguson landed a breakthrough part on the hit sitcom The Drew Carey Show, a success that eventually led to his role as the host of CBS's The Late Late Show. By far Ferguson's greatest triumph was his decision to become a U.S. citizen, a milestone he achieved in early 2008, just before his command performance for the president at the White House Correspondents' Association Dinner. In American on Purpose, Craig Ferguson talks a red, white, and blue streak about everything our Founding Fathers feared. Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/312/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: American on Purpose Subtitle: The Improbable Adventures of an Unlikely Patriot Author: Craig Ferguson Narrator: Craig Ferguson Format: Unabridged Length: 7 hrs and 24 mins Language: English Release date: 09-22-09 Publisher: HarperAudio Ratings: 4.5 of 5 out of 2455 votes Genres: Bios & Memoirs, Celebrities Publisher's Summary: To numb the pain of failure, Ferguson found comfort in drugs and alcohol, addictions that eventually led to an aborted suicide attempt. (He forgot to do it when someone offered him a glass of sherry.) But his story has a happy ending: in 1993, the washed-up Ferguson washed up in the United States. Finally sober, Ferguson landed a breakthrough part on the hit sitcom The Drew Carey Show, a success that eventually led to his role as the host of CBS's The Late Late Show. By far Ferguson's greatest triumph was his decision to become a U.S. citizen, a milestone he achieved in early 2008, just before his command performance for the president at the White House Correspondents' Association Dinner. In American on Purpose, Craig Ferguson talks a red, white, and blue streak about everything our Founding Fathers feared. Members Reviews: Unabashedly Honest This is an excellent auto biography penned completely by the author himself. Many Hollywood stars use ghost writers but Craig Ferguson does not. It is a pleasure to listen to Craig, with his scotish accent, tell the tale of his upbringing, turbulent years and eventual success in Hollywood. The audible boook allows use to literally hear his pain, struggle, humor and love throught this journey. His story keeps the reader enthralled and wanting more. I have listened to this from start to finish twice and I know I will listen to it many more times. Thank you to Mr. Ferguson to allow us to take a peak into your amazing, terrifing and triumphant life journey. Recovery makes you interesting I first bought this book because I liked Craig on the Late Late Show. I didn't realize it was quite the interested tale of his life. I don't usually like stories of recovering (fill-in-the-blank-aholics). But Craig's is a very engaging and unabashedly frank telling of how he became and is to this day, a person who "screwed" up in many of the ways life doesn't forgive and yet lived to tell about it. His genuinely talented comedic mind takes you on a journey to understanding how he became the man so many of us enjoy laughing with. Welcome to America Craig. We need more people like you who have reccaptured yourself and can share so openly and elequently your heart-felt apologies, your wit and your perspective on what it means to be American. Excellent listening! Craig Ferguson is brilliant in many ways -- writing is just one of them. His memoir, "American on Purpose," is unapologetically honest, inspirational, chock full of unexpected wisdom and teeming with both humor and heart. This audiobook version, read by the author, really brings the book to life in a most enjoyable way. (No, it's not a laugh-a-minute, but neither is life. This is an autobiography, not a television show monologue.) For the politically-minded, there are a (very) few political thoughts and comments thrown in that not everyone is going to agree with. However, nothing is said/written that is overly vitriolic or hateful, and it in no way overwhelms or otherwise detracts from enjoying this book. It's just one guy expressing his opinion. Which, let's face it... the right to do that is part of the beauty of being an American, whether native born, or -- in Craig's case -- on purpose. Well done, Mr. Ferguson. https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/pd/Bios-Memoirs/What-She-Ate-Audiobook/B073FYK5FK Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/312/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: What She Ate Subtitle: Six Remarkable Women and the Food That Tells Their Stories Author: Laura Shapiro Narrator: Kimberly Farr, Laura Shapiro Format: Unabridged Length: 10 hrs and 3 mins Language: English Release date: 07-25-17 Publisher: Penguin Audio Ratings: 4 of 5 out of 91 votes Genres: Bios & Memoirs, Celebrities Publisher's Summary: A beloved culinary historian's short takes on six famous women through the lens of food and cooking - what they ate and how their attitudes toward food offer surprising new insights into their lives. "Establishes Laura Shapiro as the founder of a delectable new literary genre: the culinary biography." (Megan Marshall, Pulitzer-prize winning biographer) Everyone eats, and food touches on every aspect of our lives - social and cultural, personal and political. Yet most biographers pay little attention to people's attitudes toward food, as if the great and notable never bothered to think about what was on the plate in front of them. Once we ask how somebody relates to food, we find a whole world of different and provocative ways to understand her. Food stories can be as intimate and revealing as stories of love, work, or coming of age. Each of the six women in this entertaining group portrait was famous in her time, and most are still famous in ours; but until now, nobody has told their lives from the point of view of the kitchen and the table. It's a lively and unpredictable array of women; what they have in common with one another (and us) is a powerful relationship with food. They include Dorothy Wordsworth, whose food story transforms our picture of the life she shared with her famous poet brother; Rosa Lewis, the Edwardian-era Cockney caterer who cooked her way up the social ladder; Eleanor Roosevelt, first lady and rigorous protector of the worst cook in White House history; Eva Braun, Hitler's mistress, who challenges our warm associations of food, family, and table; Barbara Pym, whose witty books upend a host of stereotypes about postwar British cuisine; and Helen Gurley Brown, the editor of Cosmopolitan, whose commitment to "having it all" meant having almost nothing on the plate except a supersize portion of diet gelatin. biacuaduc@gmail.com (Laura Shapiro) Tue, 25 Jul 2017 08:48:37 GMT https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/pd/Bios-Memoirs/What-She-Ate-Audiobook/B073FYK5FK thebookvoice.com 10:03:00 no Listen to full audiobooks for free on thebookvoice.com Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/312/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: What She Ate Subtitle: Six Remarkable Women and the Food That Tells Their Stories Author: Laura Shapiro Narrator: Kimberly Farr, Laura Shapiro Format: Unabridged Length: 10 hrs and 3 mins Language: English Release date: 07-25-17 Publisher: Penguin Audio Ratings: 4 of 5 out of 91 votes Genres: Bios & Memoirs, Celebrities Publisher's Summary: A beloved culinary historian's short takes on six famous women through the lens of food and cooking - what they ate and how their attitudes toward food offer surprising new insights into their lives. "Establishes Laura Shapiro as the founder of a delectable new literary genre: the culinary biography." (Megan Marshall, Pulitzer-prize winning biographer) Everyone eats, and food touches on every aspect of our lives - social and cultural, personal and political. Yet most biographers pay little attention to people's attitudes toward food, as if the great and notable never bothered to think about what was on the plate in front of them. Once we ask how somebody relates to food, we find a whole world of different and provocative ways to understand her. Food stories can be as intimate and revealing as stories of love, work, or coming of age. Each of the six women in this entertaining group portrait was famous in her time, and most are still famous in ours; but until now, nobody has told their lives from the point of view of the kitchen and the table. It's a lively and unpredictable array of women; what they have in common with one another (and us) is a powerful relationship with food. They include Dorothy Wordsworth, whose food story transforms our picture of the life she shared with her famous poet brother; Rosa Lewis, the Edwardian-era Cockney caterer who cooked her way up the social ladder; Eleanor Roosevelt, first lady and rigorous protector of the worst cook in White House history; Eva Braun, Hitler's mistress, who challenges our warm associations of food, family, and table; Barbara Pym, whose witty books upend a host of stereotypes about postwar British cuisine; and Helen Gurley Brown, the editor of Cosmopolitan, whose commitment to "having it all" meant having almost nothing on the plate except a supersize portion of diet gelatin. Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/312/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: What She Ate Subtitle: Six Remarkable Women and the Food That Tells Their Stories Author: Laura Shapiro Narrator: Kimberly Farr, Laura Shapiro Format: Unabridged Length: 10 hrs and 3 mins Language: English Release date: 07-25-17 Publisher: Penguin Audio Ratings: 4 of 5 out of 91 votes Genres: Bios & Memoirs, Celebrities Publisher's Summary: A beloved culinary historian's short takes on six famous women through the lens of food and cooking - what they ate and how their attitudes toward food offer surprising new insights into their lives. "Establishes Laura Shapiro as the founder of a delectable new literary genre: the culinary biography." (Megan Marshall, Pulitzer-prize winning biographer) Everyone eats, and food touches on every aspect of our lives - social and cultural, personal and political. Yet most biographers pay little attention to people's attitudes toward food, as if the great and notable never bothered to think about what was on the plate in front of them. Once we ask how somebody relates to food, we find a whole world of different and provocative ways to understand her. Food stories can be as intimate and revealing as stories of love, work, or coming of age. Each of the six women in this entertaining group portrait was famous in her time, and most are still famous in ours; but until now, nobody has told their lives from the point of view of the kitchen and the table. It's a lively and unpredictable array of women; what they have in common with one another (and us) is a powerful relationship with food. They include Dorothy Wordsworth, whose food story transforms our picture of the life she shared with her famous poet brother; Rosa Lewis, the Edwardian-era Cockney caterer who cooked her way up the social ladder; Eleanor Roosevelt, first lady and rigorous protector of the worst cook in White House history; Eva Braun, Hitler's mistress, who challenges our warm associations of food, family, and table; Barbara Pym, whose witty books upend a host of stereotypes about postwar British cuisine; and Helen Gurley Brown, the editor of Cosmopolitan, whose commitment to "having it all" meant having almost nothing on the plate except a supersize portion of diet gelatin. Members Reviews: Interesting, but don't think the book's premise... ... was proven. I don't see at all how the food these women ate tells their story, except in the most basic way. Seems like Dorothy Wordsworth ate they way she did because that was the food that was available to her. Helen Gurley Brown needed to be thin, so she ate very little. Okay, but why did she need to be thin? I had similar questions of all the other subjects, and never got the answers. Having said this, you do learn about the lives of these women, so it is interesting in that regard. Hmm, perhaps Eleanor Roosevelt wasn't the saint she's often portrayed to be? Feels like a better title for this book would be, Short Biographies of Remarkable Women, with Information About the Food they Ate. Okay, that's a bit unwieldy, but I hope you see my point. Fascinating I enjoyed every minute of it. I'll never look at Elenor Roosevelt or Eva Braun the same way again. Nor will I look at an old cook book the same way again. It's inspired me to find my own food story. Love to cook & eat I found this book a little trite and did not enjoy it. The only part I found remotely interesting was the authors own story at the end. I would say about the rest Who Care? Terrible book. I finally have an answer if asked what is the worst book Ive ever read. I feel like I was duped by the title and summary. There were not six remarkable women- Hitlers mistress? Come on. https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/pd/Bios-Memoirs/Growing-Up-Fisher-Audiobook/B075KJRLFJ Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/312/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: Growing Up Fisher Subtitle: Musings, Memories, and Misadventures Author: Joely Fisher Narrator: Joely Fisher Format: Unabridged Length: 9 hrs and 55 mins Language: English Release date: 11-14-17 Publisher: Harper Audio Ratings: 4 of 5 out of 22 votes Genres: Bios & Memoirs, Celebrities Publisher's Summary: Actress, director, entertainer Joely Fisher invites listeners backstage into the intimate world of her career and family with this hilarious, irreverent, down-to-earth memoir filled with incredible, candid stories about her life, her famous parents, and how the loss of her unlikely hero, sister Carrie Fisher, ignited the writer in her. Growing up in an iconic Hollywood Dynasty, Joely Fisher knew a show business career was her destiny. The product of world-famous crooner Eddie Fisher and '60s sex kitten Connie Stevens, she struggled with her own identity and place in the world on the way to a decades-long career as an acclaimed actress, singer, and director. Now, Joely shares her unconventional coming of age and stories of the family members and costars dearest to her heart while stripping bare her own misadventures. In Growing Up Fisher, she recalls the beautifully bizarre twist of fate by which she spent a good part of her childhood next door to Debbie Reynolds. She speaks frankly about the realities of Hollywood - the fame and fortune, the constant scrutiny. Throughout, she celebrates the anomaly of a two-decade marriage in the entertainment industry and the joys and challenges of parenting five children, while dishing on what it takes to survive and thrive in the unrelenting glow of celebrity. She speaks frankly about how the loss of her sister, Carrie Fisher, became a source of artistic inspiration. Fisher's memoir will both break and warm your heart. biacuaduc@gmail.com (Joely Fisher) Tue, 14 Nov 2017 06:18:34 GMT https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/pd/Bios-Memoirs/Growing-Up-Fisher-Audiobook/B075KJRLFJ thebookvoice.com 09:55:00 no Listen to full audiobooks for free on thebookvoice.com Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/312/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: Growing Up Fisher Subtitle: Musings, Memories, and Misadventures Author: Joely Fisher Narrator: Joely Fisher Format: Unabridged Length: 9 hrs and 55 mins Language: English Release date: 11-14-17 Publisher: Harper Audio Ratings: 4 of 5 out of 22 votes Genres: Bios & Memoirs, Celebrities Publisher's Summary: Actress, director, entertainer Joely Fisher invites listeners backstage into the intimate world of her career and family with this hilarious, irreverent, down-to-earth memoir filled with incredible, candid stories about her life, her famous parents, and how the loss of her unlikely hero, sister Carrie Fisher, ignited the writer in her. Growing up in an iconic Hollywood Dynasty, Joely Fisher knew a show business career was her destiny. The product of world-famous crooner Eddie Fisher and '60s sex kitten Connie Stevens, she struggled with her own identity and place in the world on the way to a decades-long career as an acclaimed actress, singer, and director. Now, Joely shares her unconventional coming of age and stories of the family members and costars dearest to her heart while stripping bare her own misadventures. In Growing Up Fisher, she recalls the beautifully bizarre twist of fate by which she spent a good part of her childhood next door to Debbie Reynolds. She speaks frankly about the realities of Hollywood - the fame and fortune, the constant scrutiny. Throughout, she celebrates the anomaly of a two-decade marriage in the entertainment industry and the joys and challenges of parenting five children, while dishing on what it takes to survive and thrive in the unrelenting glow of celebrity. She speaks frankly about how the loss of her sister, Carrie Fisher, became a source of artistic inspiration. Fisher's memoir will both break and warm your heart. Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/312/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: Growing Up Fisher Subtitle: Musings, Memories, and Misadventures Author: Joely Fisher Narrator: Joely Fisher Format: Unabridged Length: 9 hrs and 55 mins Language: English Release date: 11-14-17 Publisher: Harper Audio Ratings: 4 of 5 out of 22 votes Genres: Bios & Memoirs, Celebrities Publisher's Summary: Actress, director, entertainer Joely Fisher invites listeners backstage into the intimate world of her career and family with this hilarious, irreverent, down-to-earth memoir filled with incredible, candid stories about her life, her famous parents, and how the loss of her unlikely hero, sister Carrie Fisher, ignited the writer in her. Growing up in an iconic Hollywood Dynasty, Joely Fisher knew a show business career was her destiny. The product of world-famous crooner Eddie Fisher and '60s sex kitten Connie Stevens, she struggled with her own identity and place in the world on the way to a decades-long career as an acclaimed actress, singer, and director. Now, Joely shares her unconventional coming of age and stories of the family members and costars dearest to her heart while stripping bare her own misadventures. In Growing Up Fisher, she recalls the beautifully bizarre twist of fate by which she spent a good part of her childhood next door to Debbie Reynolds. She speaks frankly about the realities of Hollywood - the fame and fortune, the constant scrutiny. Throughout, she celebrates the anomaly of a two-decade marriage in the entertainment industry and the joys and challenges of parenting five children, while dishing on what it takes to survive and thrive in the unrelenting glow of celebrity. She speaks frankly about how the loss of her sister, Carrie Fisher, became a source of artistic inspiration. Fisher's memoir will both break and warm your heart. Members Reviews: Not what I thought it would be but I loved it. Call me shallow but I thought this would be more about Carrie and their relationship as half sisters but it really is, and rightfully so, about Joely and her mom Connie Stevens. She does talk about Carrie and it is clear she loved her sister very much. Any disappointment I may have thought I would feel when I realized I had been wrong about what the book would be was quickly erased as I really loved learning about Joely and Connie, her Mom, and her other sister and the whole family. I grew up a fan of Connie and it was really nice to learn so much about her. It was also amazing to see the same kind of problems that Debbie and Carrie had going on in their life were also going on with Connie and her girls. The wrong guy for a husband more than once and bad financial decision. What this book is about is love, the love you have for your family and the love they have for you. That is if you are lucky to find that love with your family. I must admit I was jealous of the bond these people all seem to have in both the Fisher house but also in the Reynolds house also. This book will make you laugh, cry and learn about life and how no one's grass is really greener, everyone has their demons and cross to bear. If you are a fan of Connie, Joely or Carrie I think you will love this book as much as I did. If you are a fan of Carrie's book you will like this one as I feel Joely and Carrie have a very similar style or at least one that compliments one and others style. In short, I know too late, It's just a really good book and Joely reads it to you like she is sitting down over coffee with you telling you about her like, and what a life. What a book and WOW what a great family the whole bunch of them were and are. A bit sweet, a bit sad, a bit risqué. I was looking for something light and entertaining. I got some of what I wanted. https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/pd/Bios-Memoirs/The-Best-in-the-World-Audiobook/B00OVB7OIU Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/312/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: The Best in the World Subtitle: At What I Have No Idea Author: Peter Thomas Fornatale, Chris Jericho Narrator: Roger Wayne Format: Unabridged Length: 11 hrs and 55 mins Language: English Release date: 10-28-14 Publisher: Tantor Audio Ratings: 4.5 of 5 out of 474 votes Genres: Bios & Memoirs, Celebrities Publisher's Summary: World Wrestling Entertainment has named Chris Jericho one of the top 10 wrestlers - and one of the top five talkers - of all time. Certainly, the past six years have been spectacular for Jericho. After a sluggish return from his 2005 sabbatical, Jericho found new inspiration in watching No Country for Old Men. and completely reinvented his character - ultimately going on to capture three world WWE titles. The Best in the World chronicles some of the incredible and often preposterous highlights of Jericho's recent career, including how Mickey Rourke challenged Jericho to a match then backed out; his escape from the 2010 Icelandic volcanoes in a broken-down, European rental-car shuttle; his encounters with Bob Barker, Ozzy Osbourne, Metallica, Al Sharpton, and Mike Tyson; and his on-again, off-again relationship with WWE chief Vince McMahon. biacuaduc@gmail.com (Peter Thomas Fornatale) Tue, 28 Oct 2014 19:32:15 GMT https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/pd/Bios-Memoirs/The-Best-in-the-World-Audiobook/B00OVB7OIU thebookvoice.com 11:55:00 no Listen to full audiobooks for free on thebookvoice.com Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/312/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: The Best in the World Subtitle: At What I Have No Idea Author: Peter Thomas Fornatale, Chris Jericho Narrator: Roger Wayne Format: Unabridged Length: 11 hrs and 55 mins Language: English Release date: 10-28-14 Publisher: Tantor Audio Ratings: 4.5 of 5 out of 474 votes Genres: Bios & Memoirs, Celebrities Publisher's Summary: World Wrestling Entertainment has named Chris Jericho one of the top 10 wrestlers - and one of the top five talkers - of all time. Certainly, the past six years have been spectacular for Jericho. After a sluggish return from his 2005 sabbatical, Jericho found new inspiration in watching No Country for Old Men. and completely reinvented his character - ultimately going on to capture three world WWE titles. The Best in the World chronicles some of the incredible and often preposterous highlights of Jericho's recent career, including how Mickey Rourke challenged Jericho to a match then backed out; his escape from the 2010 Icelandic volcanoes in a broken-down, European rental-car shuttle; his encounters with Bob Barker, Ozzy Osbourne, Metallica, Al Sharpton, and Mike Tyson; and his on-again, off-again relationship with WWE chief Vince McMahon. Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/312/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: The Best in the World Subtitle: At What I Have No Idea Author: Peter Thomas Fornatale, Chris Jericho Narrator: Roger Wayne Format: Unabridged Length: 11 hrs and 55 mins Language: English Release date: 10-28-14 Publisher: Tantor Audio Ratings: 4.5 of 5 out of 474 votes Genres: Bios & Memoirs, Celebrities Publisher's Summary: World Wrestling Entertainment has named Chris Jericho one of the top 10 wrestlers - and one of the top five talkers - of all time. Certainly, the past six years have been spectacular for Jericho. After a sluggish return from his 2005 sabbatical, Jericho found new inspiration in watching No Country for Old Men. and completely reinvented his character - ultimately going on to capture three world WWE titles. The Best in the World chronicles some of the incredible and often preposterous highlights of Jericho's recent career, including how Mickey Rourke challenged Jericho to a match then backed out; his escape from the 2010 Icelandic volcanoes in a broken-down, European rental-car shuttle; his encounters with Bob Barker, Ozzy Osbourne, Metallica, Al Sharpton, and Mike Tyson; and his on-again, off-again relationship with WWE chief Vince McMahon. Members Reviews: Good book -- Jericho is a bit of a jerk -- but good read Good book for the wrestling fan. Lots of good stuff from one of the greatest ever. But some of the routine out-of-the-ring antics of "The Best in the World at What He Does" really shines a light on why he makes such a great on-camera villain. Among the Best Wrestling Autobiographies Would you consider the audio edition of The Best in the World to be better than the print version? Yes because I only had to listen. What other book might you compare The Best in the World to and why? Mick Foley's books. They are very similar in humor and story telling. Which character as performed by Roger Wayne was your favorite? Chris Jericho of course. Was this a book you wanted to listen to all in one sitting? I did listen in one sitting and enjoyed it immensely. Any additional comments? Drinking orange juice while listening to tales of a wrestler's trunks coming off mid-match can be painful to your sinuses. Loved it, hooked on audio books now Loved it, first time listening to a audio book and I'm hooked now. will definitely buy more Great Read Another amazing Story from one of the GOATS of pro wrestling. Drink it in Man! Great book and well narrated. There are scant few wrestler autobiographies available in audiobook format and fewer still where the subject doesn't rely completely on a ghostwriter, making it that much more of a treat this one exists to give a listen. It's on par with Jericho's previous books and although not narrated by Chris, Roger Wayne does a great job with the narration. A few very minor mispronunciations aside you'll enjoy listening to him for 12 hours. I even scoped out what else he narrated because I enjoyed his style. So, YEAH BOY, this goes on my short list of must own wrestling audiobooks. https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/pd/Bios-Memoirs/Brave-New-World-Audiobook/B0784V98J5 Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/312/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: Brave New World Subtitle: Inside Pochettino's Spurs Author: Guillem Balague Narrator: Piers Hampton Format: Unabridged Length: 11 hrs and 11 mins Language: English Release date: 01-18-18 Publisher: Orion Publishing Group Limited Genres: Bios & Memoirs, Celebrities Publisher's Summary: The exclusive behind-the-scenes story of the Mauricio Pochettino revolution at Spurs, told in his own words. Since joining the club in 2014, Mauricio Pochettino has transformed Tottenham from underachievers into genuine title contenders. In the process, he has marked himself out as one of the best young managers in the world, more than holding his own against the Premier League's established heavyweights. He has done so by promoting an attacking, pressing style of football and by nurturing homegrown talent, fully endearing himself to the Spurs' faithful along the way. Guillem Balagué was granted unprecedented access to Pochettino and his backroom staff for the duration of the 2016-17 season, and he has therefore been able to draw on extensive interview material with Pochettino, his family, his closest assistants, players such as Dele Alli and Harry Kane and even a very rare conversation with Daniel Levy to tell the manager's story in his own words. From Pochettino's early years as a player and coach to his transformation of Tottenham into one of the best teams in England, this audiobook uniquely reveals the inner workings of the man and of his footballing philosophy. It also lays bare what it takes to run a modern-day football team competing at the highest level over the course of a single campaign. The result is the most comprehensive and compelling portrait of a manager and of a club in the Premier League era. Read by Piers Hampton. PLEASE NOTE: When you purchase this title, the accompanying reference material will be available in your Library section along with the audio. biacuaduc@gmail.com (Guillem Balague) Thu, 18 Jan 2018 14:37:46 GMT https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/pd/Bios-Memoirs/Brave-New-World-Audiobook/B0784V98J5 thebookvoice.com 11:11:00 no Listen to full audiobooks for free on thebookvoice.com Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/312/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: Brave New World Subtitle: Inside Pochettino's Spurs Author: Guillem Balague Narrator: Piers Hampton Format: Unabridged Length: 11 hrs and 11 mins Language: English Release date: 01-18-18 Publisher: Orion Publishing Group Limited Genres: Bios & Memoirs, Celebrities Publisher's Summary: The exclusive behind-the-scenes story of the Mauricio Pochettino revolution at Spurs, told in his own words. Since joining the club in 2014, Mauricio Pochettino has transformed Tottenham from underachievers into genuine title contenders. In the process, he has marked himself out as one of the best young managers in the world, more than holding his own against the Premier League's established heavyweights. He has done so by promoting an attacking, pressing style of football and by nurturing homegrown talent, fully endearing himself to the Spurs' faithful along the way. Guillem Balagué was granted unprecedented access to Pochettino and his backroom staff for the duration of the 2016-17 season, and he has therefore been able to draw on extensive interview material with Pochettino, his family, his closest assistants, players such as Dele Alli and Harry Kane and even a very rare conversation with Daniel Levy to tell the manager's story in his own words. From Pochettino's early years as a player and coach to his transformation of Tottenham into one of the best teams in England, this audiobook uniquely reveals the inner workings of the man and of his footballing philosophy. It also lays bare what it takes to run a modern-day football team competing at the highest level over the course of a single campaign. The result is the most comprehensive and compelling portrait of a manager and of a club in the Premier League era. Read by Piers Hampton. PLEASE NOTE: When you purchase this title, the accompanying reference material will be available in your Library section along with the audio. Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/312/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: Brave New World Subtitle: Inside Pochettino's Spurs Author: Guillem Balague Narrator: Piers Hampton Format: Unabridged Length: 11 hrs and 11 mins Language: English Release date: 01-18-18 Publisher: Orion Publishing Group Limited Genres: Bios & Memoirs, Celebrities Publisher's Summary: The exclusive behind-the-scenes story of the Mauricio Pochettino revolution at Spurs, told in his own words. Since joining the club in 2014, Mauricio Pochettino has transformed Tottenham from underachievers into genuine title contenders. In the process, he has marked himself out as one of the best young managers in the world, more than holding his own against the Premier League's established heavyweights. He has done so by promoting an attacking, pressing style of football and by nurturing homegrown talent, fully endearing himself to the Spurs' faithful along the way. Guillem Balagué was granted unprecedented access to Pochettino and his backroom staff for the duration of the 2016-17 season, and he has therefore been able to draw on extensive interview material with Pochettino, his family, his closest assistants, players such as Dele Alli and Harry Kane and even a very rare conversation with Daniel Levy to tell the manager's story in his own words. From Pochettino's early years as a player and coach to his transformation of Tottenham into one of the best teams in England, this audiobook uniquely reveals the inner workings of the man and of his footballing philosophy. It also lays bare what it takes to run a modern-day football team competing at the highest level over the course of a single campaign. The result is the most comprehensive and compelling portrait of a manager and of a club in the Premier League era. Read by Piers Hampton. PLEASE NOTE: When you purchase this title, the accompanying reference material will be available in your Library section along with the audio. Members Reviews: Different to what I expected Really enjoyed the format of this book, and there were some really good clear lessons that I have taken on board from Pochettinos leadership philosophy. https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/pd/Bios-Memoirs/My-Mother-Was-Nuts-Audiobook/B00991N0Q2 Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/312/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: My Mother Was Nuts Subtitle: A Memoir Author: Penny Marshall Narrator: Penny Marshall Format: Unabridged Length: 8 hrs and 30 mins Language: English Release date: 09-18-12 Publisher: Brilliance Audio Ratings: 4 of 5 out of 1809 votes Genres: Bios & Memoirs, Celebrities Publisher's Summary: Most people know Penny Marshall as the director of Big and A League of Their Own. What they dont know is her trailblazing career was a happy accident. In this funny and intimate memoir, Penny takes us from the stage of The Jackie Gleason Show in 1955 to Hollywoods star-studded sets, offering up some hilarious detours along the way. My Mother Was Nuts is an intimate backstage pass to Pennys personal life, her breakout role on The Odd Couple, her exploits with Cindy Williams and John Belushi, and her travels across Europe with Art Garfunkel on the back of a motorcycle. We see Penny get married. And divorced. And married again (the second time to Rob Reiner). We meet a young Carrie Fisher, whose close friendship with Penny has spanned decades. And we see Penny at work with Tom Hanks, Mark Wahlberg, Whoopi Goldberg, Robert De Niro, and Whitney Houston. Throughout it all, from her childhood spent tap dancing in the Bronx, to her rise as the star of Laverne & Shirley, Penny lived by simple rules: try hard, help your friends, dont get too crazy, and have fun. With humor and heart, My Mother Was Nuts reveals theres no one else quite like Penny Marshall. biacuaduc@gmail.com (Penny Marshall) Tue, 18 Sep 2012 03:28:37 GMT https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/pd/Bios-Memoirs/My-Mother-Was-Nuts-Audiobook/B00991N0Q2 thebookvoice.com 08:30:00 no Listen to full audiobooks for free on thebookvoice.com Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/312/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: My Mother Was Nuts Subtitle: A Memoir Author: Penny Marshall Narrator: Penny Marshall Format: Unabridged Length: 8 hrs and 30 mins Language: English Release date: 09-18-12 Publisher: Brilliance Audio Ratings: 4 of 5 out of 1809 votes Genres: Bios & Memoirs, Celebrities Publisher's Summary: Most people know Penny Marshall as the director of Big and A League of Their Own. What they dont know is her trailblazing career was a happy accident. In this funny and intimate memoir, Penny takes us from the stage of The Jackie Gleason Show in 1955 to Hollywoods star-studded sets, offering up some hilarious detours along the way. My Mother Was Nuts is an intimate backstage pass to Pennys personal life, her breakout role on The Odd Couple, her exploits with Cindy Williams and John Belushi, and her travels across Europe with Art Garfunkel on the back of a motorcycle. We see Penny get married. And divorced. And married again (the second time to Rob Reiner). We meet a young Carrie Fisher, whose close friendship with Penny has spanned decades. And we see Penny at work with Tom Hanks, Mark Wahlberg, Whoopi Goldberg, Robert De Niro, and Whitney Houston. Throughout it all, from her childhood spent tap dancing in the Bronx, to her rise as the star of Laverne & Shirley, Penny lived by simple rules: try hard, help your friends, dont get too crazy, and have fun. With humor and heart, My Mother Was Nuts reveals theres no one else quite like Penny Marshall. Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/312/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: My Mother Was Nuts Subtitle: A Memoir Author: Penny Marshall Narrator: Penny Marshall Format: Unabridged Length: 8 hrs and 30 mins Language: English Release date: 09-18-12 Publisher: Brilliance Audio Ratings: 4 of 5 out of 1809 votes Genres: Bios & Memoirs, Celebrities Publisher's Summary: Most people know Penny Marshall as the director of Big and A League of Their Own. What they dont know is her trailblazing career was a happy accident. In this funny and intimate memoir, Penny takes us from the stage of The Jackie Gleason Show in 1955 to Hollywoods star-studded sets, offering up some hilarious detours along the way. My Mother Was Nuts is an intimate backstage pass to Pennys personal life, her breakout role on The Odd Couple, her exploits with Cindy Williams and John Belushi, and her travels across Europe with Art Garfunkel on the back of a motorcycle. We see Penny get married. And divorced. And married again (the second time to Rob Reiner). We meet a young Carrie Fisher, whose close friendship with Penny has spanned decades. And we see Penny at work with Tom Hanks, Mark Wahlberg, Whoopi Goldberg, Robert De Niro, and Whitney Houston. Throughout it all, from her childhood spent tap dancing in the Bronx, to her rise as the star of Laverne & Shirley, Penny lived by simple rules: try hard, help your friends, dont get too crazy, and have fun. With humor and heart, My Mother Was Nuts reveals theres no one else quite like Penny Marshall. Members Reviews: Listen up - not to be read! What did you love best about My Mother Was Nuts? I loved listening to Penny Marshall for over 8 hours - I wish it could have been longer! What was one of the most memorable moments of My Mother Was Nuts? Too many to remember, it is such a great memoir. Which character as performed by Penny Marshall was your favorite? Her own. She does a good impression of herself! Did you have an extreme reaction to this book? Did it make you laugh or cry? I laughed more with this book than any other I've listened to. Without a doubt. Any additional comments? This is not a book to be read - it MUST be listened to. Penny's voice makes her own life story so much more real & visual. Great Memoir - Penny Marshall is awesome! Wow - what an amazing lady and an amazing life! Penny Marshall broke boundaries and found success without really knowing what she was doing - her incredible talent and intelligence drove her through it all. She is honest, humble, and above all, hilarious - plus her narration skills are superb (she has the vocabulary of a trucker - not offensive to me at all but you probably don't want your 6 year old to listen with you unless you want them to learn the proper usage of the f-word in all of its glory). I really enjoyed hearing about her antics with her Hollywood pals and the inside info on how movies and television shows are made. I wish all memoirs were like this - Penny should teach a class. The audio performance should get an award! Would you listen to My Mother Was Nuts again? Why? I'd listen to it over and over. Penny Marshall gives a terrific performance with nuances for off-hand comments like "Huh?" or "You know." You feel like she's talking just with you, not reading a book. But the part that touched me so greatly was when she talked about the end of her mother's life. You could hear the pain in her voice. So sweet. So real. What other book might you compare My Mother Was Nuts to and why? It's an autobiography like most others. Starts when she's young and moves on from there. https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/pd/Bios-Memoirs/Miss-D-and-Me-Audiobook/B0758L16N4 Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/312/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: Miss D and Me Subtitle: Life with the Invincible Bette Davis Author: Kathryn Sermak, Danelle Morton - featuring Narrator: Kathryn Sermak Format: Unabridged Length: 9 hrs and 25 mins Language: English Release date: 09-12-17 Publisher: Hachette Audio Ratings: 4.5 of 5 out of 47 votes Genres: Bios & Memoirs, Celebrities Publisher's Summary: For 10 years, Kathryn Sermak was at Bette Davis's side - first as an employee, and then as her closest friend - and in Miss D and Me she tells the story of the great star's harrowing but inspiring final years, a story fans have been waiting decades to hear. Miss D and Me is a story of two powerful women, one at the end of her life and the other at the beginning. As Bette Davis aged, she was looking for an assistant, but she found something more than that in Kathryn: a loyal and loving buddy, a co-conspirator in her jokes and schemes, and a competent assistant whom she trained never to miss a detail. But Miss D had strict rules for Kathryn about everything from how to eat a salad to how to wear her hair...even the spelling of Kathryn's name was changed (adding the "y") per Miss D's request. Throughout their time together, the two grew incredibly close, and Kathryn had a front-row seat to the larger-than-life Davis's career renaissance in her later years, as well as to the humiliating public betrayal that nearly killed Miss D. The frame of this story is a four-day road trip Kathryn and Davis took from Biarritz to Paris, during which they disentangled their ferocious dependency. Miss D and Me is a window into the world of the unique and formidable Bette Davis, told by the person who perhaps knew her best of all. Critic Reviews: "America loved Bette Davis for the great star she was. I had the privilege of being her friend. She lived by good old-fashioned Yankee standards; she expected much and gave much; she was forthright, honest, and had a great sense of humor. Kathryn Sermak's book is a beautifully insightful look at the real Bette Davis." (George Hamilton) " Miss D & Me is a fascinating look at the life of this indomitable star and her young assistant, Kathryn, during the last 10 years of Miss Davis's life. It is their inspirational journey, which begins with Miss D as mentor - instructing Kathryn in every detail of work as well as the social graces - and ultimately leads to a devoted friendship. I highly recommend it." (Ann-Margret) biacuaduc@gmail.com (Kathryn Sermak) Tue, 12 Sep 2017 04:42:39 GMT https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/pd/Bios-Memoirs/Miss-D-and-Me-Audiobook/B0758L16N4 thebookvoice.com 09:25:00 no Listen to full audiobooks for free on thebookvoice.com Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/312/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: Miss D and Me Subtitle: Life with the Invincible Bette Davis Author: Kathryn Sermak, Danelle Morton - featuring Narrator: Kathryn Sermak Format: Unabridged Length: 9 hrs and 25 mins Language: English Release date: 09-12-17 Publisher: Hachette Audio Ratings: 4.5 of 5 out of 47 votes Genres: Bios & Memoirs, Celebrities Publisher's Summary: For 10 years, Kathryn Sermak was at Bette Davis's side - first as an employee, and then as her closest friend - and in Miss D and Me she tells the story of the great star's harrowing but inspiring final years, a story fans have been waiting decades to hear. Miss D and Me is a story of two powerful women, one at the end of her life and the other at the beginning. As Bette Davis aged, she was looking for an assistant, but she found something more than that in Kathryn: a loyal and loving buddy, a co-conspirator in her jokes and schemes, and a competent assistant whom she trained never to miss a detail. But Miss D had strict rules for Kathryn about everything from how to eat a salad to how to wear her hair...even the spelling of Kathryn's name was changed (adding the "y") per Miss D's request. Throughout their time together, the two grew incredibly close, and Kathryn had a front-row seat to the larger-than-life Davis's career renaissance in her later years, as well as to the humiliating public betrayal that nearly killed Miss D. The frame of this story is a four-day road trip Kathryn and Davis took from Biarritz to Paris, during which they disentangled their ferocious dependency. Miss D and Me is a window into the world of the unique and formidable Bette Davis, told by the person who perhaps knew her best of all. Critic Reviews: "America loved Bette Davis for the great star she was. I had the privilege of being her friend. She lived by good old-fashioned Yankee standards; she expected much and gave much; she was forthright, honest, and had a great sense of humor. Kathryn Sermak's book is a beautifully insightful look at the real Bette Davis." (George Hamilton) " Miss D & Me is a fascinating look at the life of this indomitable star and her young assistant, Kathryn, during the last 10 years of Miss Davis's life. It is their inspirational journey, which begins with Miss D as mentor - instructing Kathryn in every detail of work as well as the social graces - and ultimately leads to a devoted friendship. I highly recommend it." (Ann-Margret) Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/312/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: Miss D and Me Subtitle: Life with the Invincible Bette Davis Author: Kathryn Sermak, Danelle Morton - featuring Narrator: Kathryn Sermak Format: Unabridged Length: 9 hrs and 25 mins Language: English Release date: 09-12-17 Publisher: Hachette Audio Ratings: 4.5 of 5 out of 47 votes Genres: Bios & Memoirs, Celebrities Publisher's Summary: For 10 years, Kathryn Sermak was at Bette Davis's side - first as an employee, and then as her closest friend - and in Miss D and Me she tells the story of the great star's harrowing but inspiring final years, a story fans have been waiting decades to hear. Miss D and Me is a story of two powerful women, one at the end of her life and the other at the beginning. As Bette Davis aged, she was looking for an assistant, but she found something more than that in Kathryn: a loyal and loving buddy, a co-conspirator in her jokes and schemes, and a competent assistant whom she trained never to miss a detail. But Miss D had strict rules for Kathryn about everything from how to eat a salad to how to wear her hair...even the spelling of Kathryn's name was changed (adding the "y") per Miss D's request. Throughout their time together, the two grew incredibly close, and Kathryn had a front-row seat to the larger-than-life Davis's career renaissance in her later years, as well as to the humiliating public betrayal that nearly killed Miss D. The frame of this story is a four-day road trip Kathryn and Davis took from Biarritz to Paris, during which they disentangled their ferocious dependency. Miss D and Me is a window into the world of the unique and formidable Bette Davis, told by the person who perhaps knew her best of all. Critic Reviews: "America loved Bette Davis for the great star she was. I had the privilege of being her friend. She lived by good old-fashioned Yankee standards; she expected much and gave much; she was forthright, honest, and had a great sense of humor. Kathryn Sermak's book is a beautifully insightful look at the real Bette Davis." (George Hamilton) " Miss D & Me is a fascinating look at the life of this indomitable star and her young assistant, Kathryn, during the last 10 years of Miss Davis's life. It is their inspirational journey, which begins with Miss D as mentor - instructing Kathryn in every detail of work as well as the social graces - and ultimately leads to a devoted friendship. I highly recommend it." (Ann-Margret) Members Reviews: Intimate memoir What did you love best about Miss D and Me? It truly revealed the intimate side of Bette Davis and gives interesting insight into who she was. I just wish they'd gotten a professional narrator. It's not always the best idea to let the author read the text. While taking this book in I really grew to love Kath but she read it like a nursery rhyme. That said, I think it's one the best books out there about Bette Davis. Love the book just not the reading of it. I have been waiting for this book since I heard Kathryn Sermak was writing it. She did a good job writing it but I have to say her reading the book was a mistake. She comes off sounding like a robot and it can get on one's nerves after a while. However, I did enjoy the book very much and wanted to learn all I could of the last years of Miss. D's life. The book is about a friendship between two women that in many ways need one and other and the book is also about how we can help and influence people around us without knowing it and or sometimes wanting too. If you are a fan of Ms. Davis or maybe someone who has had a stroke or cancer, this book is a must-read. https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/pd/Bios-Memoirs/Rebel-Audiobook/B0773VMSMH Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/312/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: Rebel Subtitle: My Life Outside the Lines Author: Nick Nolte Narrator: Christian Baskous, Nick Nolte Format: Unabridged Length: 7 hrs and 47 mins Language: English Release date: 01-23-18 Publisher: Harper Audio Ratings: 5 of 5 out of 5 votes Genres: Bios & Memoirs, Celebrities Publisher's Summary: The legendary icon tells his story - a tale of art, passion, commitment, and addiction, as intense and hypnotic as the man himself. In a career spanning five decades, Nick Nolte has endured the rites of Hollywood celebrity. Rising from obscurity to leading roles and Oscar nominations, he has been both celebrated and vilified in the media; survived marriages, divorces, and a string of romances; was named the "Sexiest Man Alive" by People magazine; and suffered public humiliation over his drug and alcohol issues, including a drug-fueled trip down a "long road of nothingness" that ended in arrest. Despite these ups and downs, Nolte has remained true to the craft he loves, portraying a diverse range of characters with his trademark physicality and indelible gravelly voice. Already 35 when his performance in the 1976 miniseries Rich Man, Poor Man launched him to stardom, Nolte never learned to play by Hollywood's rules. A rebel who defies expectations, an obsessive method actor who will go to extremes for a role (he lived among the homeless to prepare for Down and Out in Beverly Hills), Nolte is motivated more by edgier, more personal projects than by box office success. Today he is clean yet still driven, juggling a number of upcoming works and raising his young daughter. A man who refuses to hide his mistakes, Nolte now delivers his most revealing performance yet. His revealing memoir offers a candid, unvarnished close-up look at the man, the career, the loves, and the life. biacuaduc@gmail.com (Nick Nolte) Tue, 23 Jan 2018 03:25:55 GMT https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/pd/Bios-Memoirs/Rebel-Audiobook/B0773VMSMH thebookvoice.com 07:47:00 no Listen to full audiobooks for free on thebookvoice.com Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/312/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: Rebel Subtitle: My Life Outside the Lines Author: Nick Nolte Narrator: Christian Baskous, Nick Nolte Format: Unabridged Length: 7 hrs and 47 mins Language: English Release date: 01-23-18 Publisher: Harper Audio Ratings: 5 of 5 out of 5 votes Genres: Bios & Memoirs, Celebrities Publisher's Summary: The legendary icon tells his story - a tale of art, passion, commitment, and addiction, as intense and hypnotic as the man himself. In a career spanning five decades, Nick Nolte has endured the rites of Hollywood celebrity. Rising from obscurity to leading roles and Oscar nominations, he has been both celebrated and vilified in the media; survived marriages, divorces, and a string of romances; was named the "Sexiest Man Alive" by People magazine; and suffered public humiliation over his drug and alcohol issues, including a drug-fueled trip down a "long road of nothingness" that ended in arrest. Despite these ups and downs, Nolte has remained true to the craft he loves, portraying a diverse range of characters with his trademark physicality and indelible gravelly voice. Already 35 when his performance in the 1976 miniseries Rich Man, Poor Man launched him to stardom, Nolte never learned to play by Hollywood's rules. A rebel who defies expectations, an obsessive method actor who will go to extremes for a role (he lived among the homeless to prepare for Down and Out in Beverly Hills), Nolte is motivated more by edgier, more personal projects than by box office success. Today he is clean yet still driven, juggling a number of upcoming works and raising his young daughter. A man who refuses to hide his mistakes, Nolte now delivers his most revealing performance yet. His revealing memoir offers a candid, unvarnished close-up look at the man, the career, the loves, and the life. Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/312/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: Rebel Subtitle: My Life Outside the Lines Author: Nick Nolte Narrator: Christian Baskous, Nick Nolte Format: Unabridged Length: 7 hrs and 47 mins Language: English Release date: 01-23-18 Publisher: Harper Audio Ratings: 5 of 5 out of 5 votes Genres: Bios & Memoirs, Celebrities Publisher's Summary: The legendary icon tells his story - a tale of art, passion, commitment, and addiction, as intense and hypnotic as the man himself. In a career spanning five decades, Nick Nolte has endured the rites of Hollywood celebrity. Rising from obscurity to leading roles and Oscar nominations, he has been both celebrated and vilified in the media; survived marriages, divorces, and a string of romances; was named the "Sexiest Man Alive" by People magazine; and suffered public humiliation over his drug and alcohol issues, including a drug-fueled trip down a "long road of nothingness" that ended in arrest. Despite these ups and downs, Nolte has remained true to the craft he loves, portraying a diverse range of characters with his trademark physicality and indelible gravelly voice. Already 35 when his performance in the 1976 miniseries Rich Man, Poor Man launched him to stardom, Nolte never learned to play by Hollywood's rules. A rebel who defies expectations, an obsessive method actor who will go to extremes for a role (he lived among the homeless to prepare for Down and Out in Beverly Hills), Nolte is motivated more by edgier, more personal projects than by box office success. Today he is clean yet still driven, juggling a number of upcoming works and raising his young daughter. A man who refuses to hide his mistakes, Nolte now delivers his most revealing performance yet. His revealing memoir offers a candid, unvarnished close-up look at the man, the career, the loves, and the life. Members Reviews: A highly beguiling life. The narrator absorbed the unusual tempo, tone, and delivery of Nick Nolte. I felt Nick was talking to me about his fascinating life and I was a friend. Amazing Honest Brilliant Incredible story true to the mans form If your thinking of getting this do yourself a favour a grab it one day would love to share a pint with the man he is a legend https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/pd/Bios-Memoirs/The-Matheny-Manifesto-Audiobook/B00STQSKVS Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/312/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: The Matheny Manifesto Subtitle: A Young Manager's Old-School Views on Success in Sports and Life Author: Mike Matheny, Jerry B. Jenkins Narrator: Mark Deakins Format: Unabridged Length: 5 hrs and 50 mins Language: English Release date: 02-03-15 Publisher: Random House Audio Ratings: 5 of 5 out of 487 votes Genres: Bios & Memoirs, Celebrities Publisher's Summary: "Nothing worth doing right is easy." - Mike Matheny Mike Matheny was just 41, without professional managerial experience and looking for a next step after a successful career as a Major League catcher, when he succeeded the legendary Tony La Russa as manager of the St. Louis Cardinals in 2012. While Matheny has enjoyed immediate success, leading the Cards to the postseason three times in his first three years, people have noticed something else about his life, something not measured in day-to-day results. Instead, it's based on a frankly worded letter he wrote to the parents of a Little League team he coached, a cry for change that became an Internet sensation and eventually a "manifesto." The tough-love philosophy Matheny expressed in the letter contained his throwback beliefs that authority should be respected, discipline and hard work rewarded, spiritual faith cultivated, family made a priority, and humility considered a virtue. In The Matheny Manifesto, he builds on his original letter by first diagnosing the problem at the heart of youth sports - hint: it starts with parents and coaches - and then by offering a hopeful path forward. Along the way, he uses stories from his small-town childhood as well as his career as a player, coach, and manager to explore eight keys to success: leadership, confidence, teamwork, faith, class, character, toughness, and humility. From "The Coach Is Always Right, Even When He's Wrong" to "Let Your Catcher Call the Game," Matheny's old-school advice might not always be popular or politically correct, but it works. His entertaining and deeply inspirational book will not only resonate with parents, coaches, and athletes, it will also be a powerful reminder, from one of the most successful new managers in the game, of what sports can teach us all about winning on the field and in life. Critic Reviews: You win, or in this case, lose, with class. With integrity. You play hard. You play smart. You respect yourself, your teammates, your opponents, and your craft. Its a game and it should be fun. Its a business, and those realities are there, too. But it can be more than just that. It can, at least for some, be an expression of principles. In many ways, Mathenys still new, but already extremely successful, tenure with the Cardinals is an ongoing example of those principles writ large. From the afterword by Bob Costas The Matheny Manifesto illustrates a perspective we need not only in youth sports, but in our culture as a whole. By teaching the importance of respect, character, and a team-first approach, Mike Matheny gives our kids, and those who set an example for them, a positive outlook on healthy competitionand demonstrates how the most powerful lessons of baseball apply to their futures beyond the diamond. Joe Torre Readers agree there are must read books. The Matheny Manifesto, inspired by Mike's letter is one and much more. After you read it, you must consider and then must act on its core principlesprinciples that benefit coaches, parents, success seekers, and especially young players. Tony La Russa Ionce told Mike Matheny that ifI ever became a big league manager,Id want to manage just like he does.The Matheny Manifestowill show you why. biacuaduc@gmail.com (Mike Matheny) Tue, 03 Feb 2015 03:40:23 GMT https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/pd/Bios-Memoirs/The-Matheny-Manifesto-Audiobook/B00STQSKVS thebookvoice.com 05:50:00 no Listen to full audiobooks for free on thebookvoice.com Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/312/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: The Matheny Manifesto Subtitle: A Young Manager's Old-School Views on Success in Sports and Life Author: Mike Matheny, Jerry B. Jenkins Narrator: Mark Deakins Format: Unabridged Length: 5 hrs and 50 mins Language: English Release date: 02-03-15 Publisher: Random House Audio Ratings: 5 of 5 out of 487 votes Genres: Bios & Memoirs, Celebrities Publisher's Summary: "Nothing worth doing right is easy." - Mike Matheny Mike Matheny was just 41, without professional managerial experience and looking for a next step after a successful career as a Major League catcher, when he succeeded the legendary Tony La Russa as manager of the St. Louis Cardinals in 2012. While Matheny has enjoyed immediate success, leading the Cards to the postseason three times in his first three years, people have noticed something else about his life, something not measured in day-to-day results. Instead, it's based on a frankly worded letter he wrote to the parents of a Little League team he coached, a cry for change that became an Internet sensation and eventually a "manifesto." The tough-love philosophy Matheny expressed in the letter contained his throwback beliefs that authority should be respected, discipline and hard work rewarded, spiritual faith cultivated, family made a priority, and humility considered a virtue. In The Matheny Manifesto, he builds on his original letter by first diagnosing the problem at the heart of youth sports - hint: it starts with parents and coaches - and then by offering a hopeful path forward. Along the way, he uses stories from his small-town childhood as well as his career as a player, coach, and manager to explore eight keys to success: leadership, confidence, teamwork, faith, class, character, toughness, and humility. From "The Coach Is Always Right, Even When He's Wrong" to "Let Your Catcher Call the Game," Matheny's old-school advice might not always be popular or politically correct, but it works. His entertaining and deeply inspirational book will not only resonate with parents, coaches, and athletes, it will also be a powerful reminder, from one of the most successful new managers in the game, of what sports can teach us all about winning on the field and in life. Critic Reviews: You win, or in this case, lose, with class. With integrity. You play hard. You play smart. You respect yourself, your teammates, your opponents, and your craft. Its a game and it should be fun. Its a business, and those realities are there, too. But it can be more than just that. It can, at least for some, be an expression of principles. In many ways, Mathenys still new, but already extremely successful, tenure with the Cardinals is an ongoing example of those principles writ large. From the afterword by Bob Costas The Matheny Manifesto illustrates a perspective we need not only in youth sports, but in our culture as a whole. By teaching the importance of respect, character, and a team-first approach, Mike Matheny gives our kids, and those who set an example for them, a positive outlook on healthy competitionand demonstrates how the most powerful lessons of baseball apply to their futures beyond the diamond. Joe Torre Readers agree there are must read books. The Matheny Manifesto, inspired by Mike's letter is one and much more. After you read it, you must consider and then must act on its core principlesprinciples that benefit coaches, parents, success seekers, and especially young players. Tony La Russa Ionce told Mike Matheny that ifI ever became a big league manager,Id want to manage just like he does.The Matheny Manifestowill show you why. Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/312/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: The Matheny Manifesto Subtitle: A Young Manager's Old-School Views on Success in Sports and Life Author: Mike Matheny, Jerry B. Jenkins Narrator: Mark Deakins Format: Unabridged Length: 5 hrs and 50 mins Language: English Release date: 02-03-15 Publisher: Random House Audio Ratings: 5 of 5 out of 487 votes Genres: Bios & Memoirs, Celebrities Publisher's Summary: "Nothing worth doing right is easy." - Mike Matheny Mike Matheny was just 41, without professional managerial experience and looking for a next step after a successful career as a Major League catcher, when he succeeded the legendary Tony La Russa as manager of the St. Louis Cardinals in 2012. While Matheny has enjoyed immediate success, leading the Cards to the postseason three times in his first three years, people have noticed something else about his life, something not measured in day-to-day results. Instead, it's based on a frankly worded letter he wrote to the parents of a Little League team he coached, a cry for change that became an Internet sensation and eventually a "manifesto." The tough-love philosophy Matheny expressed in the letter contained his throwback beliefs that authority should be respected, discipline and hard work rewarded, spiritual faith cultivated, family made a priority, and humility considered a virtue. In The Matheny Manifesto, he builds on his original letter by first diagnosing the problem at the heart of youth sports - hint: it starts with parents and coaches - and then by offering a hopeful path forward. Along the way, he uses stories from his small-town childhood as well as his career as a player, coach, and manager to explore eight keys to success: leadership, confidence, teamwork, faith, class, character, toughness, and humility. From "The Coach Is Always Right, Even When He's Wrong" to "Let Your Catcher Call the Game," Matheny's old-school advice might not always be popular or politically correct, but it works. His entertaining and deeply inspirational book will not only resonate with parents, coaches, and athletes, it will also be a powerful reminder, from one of the most successful new managers in the game, of what sports can teach us all about winning on the field and in life. Critic Reviews: You win, or in this case, lose, with class. With integrity. You play hard. You play smart. You respect yourself, your teammates, your opponents, and your craft. Its a game and it should be fun. Its a business, and those realities are there, too. But it can be more than just that. It can, at least for some, be an expression of principles. In many ways, Mathenys still new, but already extremely successful, tenure with the Cardinals is an ongoing example of those principles writ large. From the afterword by Bob Costas The Matheny Manifesto illustrates a perspective we need not only in youth sports, but in our culture as a whole. By teaching the importance of respect, character, and a team-first approach, Mike Matheny gives our kids, and those who set an example for them, a positive outlook on healthy competitionand demonstrates how the most powerful lessons of baseball apply to their futures beyond the diamond. Joe Torre Readers agree there are must read books. The Matheny Manifesto, inspired by Mike's letter is one and much more. After you read it, you must consider and then must act on its core principlesprinciples that benefit coaches, parents, success seekers, and especially young players. Tony La Russa Ionce told Mike Matheny that ifI ever became a big league manager,Id want to manage just like he does.The Matheny Manifestowill show you why. https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/pd/Bios-Memoirs/David-Mitchell-Back-Story-Audiobook/B009OMIW14 Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/312/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: David Mitchell: Back Story Author: David Mitchell Narrator: David Mitchell Format: Unabridged Length: 9 hrs and 29 mins Language: English Release date: 10-11-12 Publisher: HarperCollins Publishers Limited Ratings: 4.5 of 5 out of 810 votes Genres: Bios & Memoirs, Celebrities Publisher's Summary: David Mitchell, who you may know for his inappropriate anger on every TV panel show except Never Mind the Buzzcocks, his look of permanent discomfort on C4 sex comedy Peep Show, his online commenter-baiting in The Observer or just for wearing a stick-on moustache in That Mitchell and Webb Look, has written a book about his life. As well as giving a specific account of every single time he's scored some smack, this disgusting memoir also details: biacuaduc@gmail.com (David Mitchell) Thu, 11 Oct 2012 08:34:43 GMT https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/pd/Bios-Memoirs/David-Mitchell-Back-Story-Audiobook/B009OMIW14 thebookvoice.com 09:29:00 no Listen to full audiobooks for free on thebookvoice.com Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/312/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: David Mitchell: Back Story Author: David Mitchell Narrator: David Mitchell Format: Unabridged Length: 9 hrs and 29 mins Language: English Release date: 10-11-12 Publisher: HarperCollins Publishers Limited Ratings: 4.5 of 5 out of 810 votes Genres: Bios & Memoirs, Celebrities Publisher's Summary: David Mitchell, who you may know for his inappropriate anger on every TV panel show except Never Mind the Buzzcocks, his look of permanent discomfort on C4 sex comedy Peep Show, his online commenter-baiting in The Observer or just for wearing a stick-on moustache in That Mitchell and Webb Look, has written a book about his life. As well as giving a specific account of every single time he's scored some smack, this disgusting memoir also details: Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/312/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: David Mitchell: Back Story Author: David Mitchell Narrator: David Mitchell Format: Unabridged Length: 9 hrs and 29 mins Language: English Release date: 10-11-12 Publisher: HarperCollins Publishers Limited Ratings: 4.5 of 5 out of 810 votes Genres: Bios & Memoirs, Celebrities Publisher's Summary: David Mitchell, who you may know for his inappropriate anger on every TV panel show except Never Mind the Buzzcocks, his look of permanent discomfort on C4 sex comedy Peep Show, his online commenter-baiting in The Observer or just for wearing a stick-on moustache in That Mitchell and Webb Look, has written a book about his life. As well as giving a specific account of every single time he's scored some smack, this disgusting memoir also details: Members Reviews: One of the Funniest, Clever Brits around I admit, I already went into this book a little prejudiced in its favour, as I became somewhat addicted to watching David Mitchell on various British Panel Shows. This book did not disappoint. I prefer my comedians to be clever, with witty remarks about interesting subjects, current events etc. I am not really a fan of the Jim Carrey, Robin Williams, Adam Sandler style of humour and this is so far off that style as to be in a different category altogether. Mitchell is just so likeable, currently being one of the most popular comedians in Britain. Even when being critical of whatever subject he is currently on a rant about, that you can't help but chuckle, whether you agree or not with his views. I also love his self-mocking admissions of what he sells as his faults, vulnerabilities and weaknesses. He plays up the whole nerd, or dysfunctional loser persona, but in actuality he really isn't at all. He also sometimes pretends to be an arrogant know-it-all, and yet he can't maintain that with a straight face for long, so you know it's all just a funny act. He is such a gentleman, even if he does drop the odd "F" bomb, it comes across more as charming, rather than crass, but even so, you won't find that sort of thing in this book. If you are undecided on whether his style would suit your taste, check him out on Youtube with some episodes of "Would I Lie to You" or "QI" and that will give you a good idea of the humour in this audiobook. Or check out his podcasts "David Mitchell's Soapbox." He also has a couple of other series, The Mitchell And Webb show, which is a comedy variety type show and another series called Peep Show, which while funny, is a little darker, with ruder language and situations. Those two shows are a little less indicative of the style of this book and might not be to everyone's taste. This book is a mix of biography and just his ramblings on all manner of subjects, told in a very different style, as we are taken on a walk with him around his neighbourhood. It's narrated as though you are out for a walk and a chat with him. My only problem with this audiobok was that the few times I listened to it in public on my iphone and headphones, I couldn't help grinning like an idiot, or even laughing out loud, which did cause a few strange looks my way. Hilarious, honest and a bit touching I love the way David Mitchell's mind works. This book is heavily peppered with extremely clever observations, turns of phrase, and all the dry wit that David Mitchell is known for. I enjoyed every bit of this book, and I highly recommend it to anyone who is a fan of British comedy. Extremely entertaining, a Real RollerCoaster* What did you love best about David Mitchell: Back Story? I thoroughly enjoyed the overall honesty of the book. https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/pd/Bios-Memoirs/The-Diana-Chronicles-Audiobook/B002V8M9EE Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/312/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: The Diana Chronicles Author: Tina Brown Narrator: Rosalyn Landor Format: Unabridged Length: 21 hrs and 26 mins Language: English Release date: 06-01-07 Publisher: Books on Tape Ratings: 4 of 5 out of 266 votes Genres: Bios & Memoirs, Celebrities Publisher's Summary: Only Tina Brown, former editor-in-chief of Tatler, England's glossiest gossip magazine, as well as Vanity Fair and The New Yorker, could possibly give us the truth. Tina knew Diana personally and has far-reaching insight into the royals and the Queen. In The Diana Chronicles, you will meet a formidable female cast and understand as never before the society that shaped them. Among them are Diana's sexually charged mother, her bad-girl sister-in-law, Fergie, and, most formidable of them all, her mother-in-law, the Queen. Add Camilla Parker Bowles, the ultimate "other woman", into this combustible mix, and it's no wonder that Diana broke out of her royal cage into celebrity culture, where she found her own power and used it to devastating effect. Critic Reviews: "Tina Brown has produced something that is, as well as absorbing and stirring, witty and penetrating." (Christopher Hitchens) "A delightfully smart and insightful book that...weaves a compelling human drama into a rich social history." (Walter Isaacson, author of Einstein: His Life and Universe) "This is not only first-rate biography, but a marvelous social history, and a bitingly accurate portrait of the English upper classes." (Michael Korda, author of Charmed Lives and Ike) biacuaduc@gmail.com (Tina Brown) Fri, 01 Jun 2007 01:12:13 GMT https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/pd/Bios-Memoirs/The-Diana-Chronicles-Audiobook/B002V8M9EE thebookvoice.com 21:26:00 no Listen to full audiobooks for free on thebookvoice.com Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/312/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: The Diana Chronicles Author: Tina Brown Narrator: Rosalyn Landor Format: Unabridged Length: 21 hrs and 26 mins Language: English Release date: 06-01-07 Publisher: Books on Tape Ratings: 4 of 5 out of 266 votes Genres: Bios & Memoirs, Celebrities Publisher's Summary: Only Tina Brown, former editor-in-chief of Tatler, England's glossiest gossip magazine, as well as Vanity Fair and The New Yorker, could possibly give us the truth. Tina knew Diana personally and has far-reaching insight into the royals and the Queen. In The Diana Chronicles, you will meet a formidable female cast and understand as never before the society that shaped them. Among them are Diana's sexually charged mother, her bad-girl sister-in-law, Fergie, and, most formidable of them all, her mother-in-law, the Queen. Add Camilla Parker Bowles, the ultimate "other woman", into this combustible mix, and it's no wonder that Diana broke out of her royal cage into celebrity culture, where she found her own power and used it to devastating effect. Critic Reviews: "Tina Brown has produced something that is, as well as absorbing and stirring, witty and penetrating." (Christopher Hitchens) "A delightfully smart and insightful book that...weaves a compelling human drama into a rich social history." (Walter Isaacson, author of Einstein: His Life and Universe) "This is not only first-rate biography, but a marvelous social history, and a bitingly accurate portrait of the English upper classes." (Michael Korda, author of Charmed Lives and Ike) Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/312/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: The Diana Chronicles Author: Tina Brown Narrator: Rosalyn Landor Format: Unabridged Length: 21 hrs and 26 mins Language: English Release date: 06-01-07 Publisher: Books on Tape Ratings: 4 of 5 out of 266 votes Genres: Bios & Memoirs, Celebrities Publisher's Summary: Only Tina Brown, former editor-in-chief of Tatler, England's glossiest gossip magazine, as well as Vanity Fair and The New Yorker, could possibly give us the truth. Tina knew Diana personally and has far-reaching insight into the royals and the Queen. In The Diana Chronicles, you will meet a formidable female cast and understand as never before the society that shaped them. Among them are Diana's sexually charged mother, her bad-girl sister-in-law, Fergie, and, most formidable of them all, her mother-in-law, the Queen. Add Camilla Parker Bowles, the ultimate "other woman", into this combustible mix, and it's no wonder that Diana broke out of her royal cage into celebrity culture, where she found her own power and used it to devastating effect. Critic Reviews: "Tina Brown has produced something that is, as well as absorbing and stirring, witty and penetrating." (Christopher Hitchens) "A delightfully smart and insightful book that...weaves a compelling human drama into a rich social history." (Walter Isaacson, author of Einstein: His Life and Universe) "This is not only first-rate biography, but a marvelous social history, and a bitingly accurate portrait of the English upper classes." (Michael Korda, author of Charmed Lives and Ike) Members Reviews: Privileged people behaving badly A well researched book that covers the life and times of Princess Diana. The author keeps her objectivity and does not portray Diana as a saint or queen of hearts. I don't know why I am not surprised to learn that behind the public façade they are really privileged, spoilt dreadful people. A very interesting listen. One of the best Diana's Would you listen to The Diana Chronicles again? Why? I will keep and treasure this. It is great insight to one of my most favorite women. What did you like best about this story? I liked the look inside the cast of characters. Not only Diana's but other's important in her life. The Queen, Prince Phillip and Prince Charles changed my minds about them for the better, and others for worse.. What does Rosalyn Landor bring to the story that you wouldnt experience if you just read the book? Her voice is wonderful, crisp and easy to listen to. I know I have heard her read before. Excellent! Was this a book you wanted to listen to all in one sitting? Yes, and some sections I listened more than once. Any additional comments? One of the very best books on Diana. Yes! The narration of the book was outstanding. I enjoyed the impersonations she used when reading conversations, especially between Camilla and Charles. This was the most informative book on Diana I have found to date. Lengthy but worth every second! Recommend I had no trouble following this book. It was facinating. Every time I turned off my audio player, I couldn't wait to turn it on again. This is a good listen. I've recommended it to several friends. Fascinating If you are not an Anglophile or did not get up in the wee hours of the morning to watch the wedding of Diana and Charles, you are probably not going to be interested in this book. I thought it was an interesting and riveting listen. Rosalyn Landor's narration was wonderful. The quality of my download was excellent. https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/pd/Bios-Memoirs/Home-Audiobook/B002V5B0RO Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/312/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: Home Subtitle: A Memoir of My Early Years Author: Julie Andrews Narrator: Julie Andrews Format: Unabridged Length: 12 hrs and 24 mins Language: English Release date: 04-01-08 Publisher: Hyperion AudioBooks Ratings: 4.5 of 5 out of 581 votes Genres: Bios & Memoirs, Celebrities Publisher's Summary: In Home: A Memoir of My Early Years, Julie takes her listeners on a warm, moving, and often humorous journey from a difficult upbringing in war-torn Britain to the brink of international stardom in America. Her memoir begins in 1935, when Julie was born to an aspiring vaudevillian mother and a teacher father, and takes readers to 1962, when Walt Disney himself saw her on Broadway and cast her as the world's most famous nanny. Along the way, she weathered the London Blitz of World War II; her parents' painful divorce; her mother's turbulent second marriage to Canadian tenor Ted Andrews; and a childhood spent on radio, in music halls, and giving concert performances all over England. Julie's professional career began at the age of 12, and in 1948 she became the youngest solo performer ever to participate in a Royal Command Performance before the queen. When only 18, she left home for the United States to make her Broadway debut in The Boy Friend, and thus began her meteoric rise to stardom. Home is filled with numerous anecdotes, including stories of performing in My Fair Lady with Rex Harrison on Broadway and in the West End, and in Camelot with Richard Burton on Broadway; her first marriage to famed set and costume designer Tony Walton, culminating with the birth of their daughter, Emma; and the call from Hollywood and what lay beyond. Julie Andrews' career has flourished over seven decades, and her influence spans generations. Today, she lives with her husband of 38 years, the acclaimed writer/director Blake Edwards; they have five children and seven grandchildren. biacuaduc@gmail.com (Julie Andrews) Tue, 01 Apr 2008 19:50:05 GMT https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/pd/Bios-Memoirs/Home-Audiobook/B002V5B0RO thebookvoice.com 12:24:00 no Listen to full audiobooks for free on thebookvoice.com Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/312/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: Home Subtitle: A Memoir of My Early Years Author: Julie Andrews Narrator: Julie Andrews Format: Unabridged Length: 12 hrs and 24 mins Language: English Release date: 04-01-08 Publisher: Hyperion AudioBooks Ratings: 4.5 of 5 out of 581 votes Genres: Bios & Memoirs, Celebrities Publisher's Summary: In Home: A Memoir of My Early Years, Julie takes her listeners on a warm, moving, and often humorous journey from a difficult upbringing in war-torn Britain to the brink of international stardom in America. Her memoir begins in 1935, when Julie was born to an aspiring vaudevillian mother and a teacher father, and takes readers to 1962, when Walt Disney himself saw her on Broadway and cast her as the world's most famous nanny. Along the way, she weathered the London Blitz of World War II; her parents' painful divorce; her mother's turbulent second marriage to Canadian tenor Ted Andrews; and a childhood spent on radio, in music halls, and giving concert performances all over England. Julie's professional career began at the age of 12, and in 1948 she became the youngest solo performer ever to participate in a Royal Command Performance before the queen. When only 18, she left home for the United States to make her Broadway debut in The Boy Friend, and thus began her meteoric rise to stardom. Home is filled with numerous anecdotes, including stories of performing in My Fair Lady with Rex Harrison on Broadway and in the West End, and in Camelot with Richard Burton on Broadway; her first marriage to famed set and costume designer Tony Walton, culminating with the birth of their daughter, Emma; and the call from Hollywood and what lay beyond. Julie Andrews' career has flourished over seven decades, and her influence spans generations. Today, she lives with her husband of 38 years, the acclaimed writer/director Blake Edwards; they have five children and seven grandchildren. Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/312/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: Home Subtitle: A Memoir of My Early Years Author: Julie Andrews Narrator: Julie Andrews Format: Unabridged Length: 12 hrs and 24 mins Language: English Release date: 04-01-08 Publisher: Hyperion AudioBooks Ratings: 4.5 of 5 out of 581 votes Genres: Bios & Memoirs, Celebrities Publisher's Summary: In Home: A Memoir of My Early Years, Julie takes her listeners on a warm, moving, and often humorous journey from a difficult upbringing in war-torn Britain to the brink of international stardom in America. Her memoir begins in 1935, when Julie was born to an aspiring vaudevillian mother and a teacher father, and takes readers to 1962, when Walt Disney himself saw her on Broadway and cast her as the world's most famous nanny. Along the way, she weathered the London Blitz of World War II; her parents' painful divorce; her mother's turbulent second marriage to Canadian tenor Ted Andrews; and a childhood spent on radio, in music halls, and giving concert performances all over England. Julie's professional career began at the age of 12, and in 1948 she became the youngest solo performer ever to participate in a Royal Command Performance before the queen. When only 18, she left home for the United States to make her Broadway debut in The Boy Friend, and thus began her meteoric rise to stardom. Home is filled with numerous anecdotes, including stories of performing in My Fair Lady with Rex Harrison on Broadway and in the West End, and in Camelot with Richard Burton on Broadway; her first marriage to famed set and costume designer Tony Walton, culminating with the birth of their daughter, Emma; and the call from Hollywood and what lay beyond. Julie Andrews' career has flourished over seven decades, and her influence spans generations. Today, she lives with her husband of 38 years, the acclaimed writer/director Blake Edwards; they have five children and seven grandchildren. Members Reviews: The Road to Fame, Dame Julie style The incredible true story (part 1) of how Julie Andrews honed her craft on her way to becoming one of the world's best-known and revered actors. I found this book very hard to pause, and we are honored to have Dame Julie herself tell her story. I could hear echoes of her as Maria teaching the von Trapp children... Highly recommended, and anxiously awaiting part 2! Home Julie Andrew's lovely voice brought extra magic to this memoir. Enchanting Would you consider the audio edition of Home to be better than the print version? Who wouldn't want to be read to by Julie Andrews?!?! Her voice brought such allure and enchantment to the tale. Was this a book you wanted to listen to all in one sitting? No not at all: Why? When I enjoy something, I want it to last. I plan on listening to this more than once. Any additional comments? How is it possible that she hasn't narrated more books for others, too, apart from her own! She is a born storyteller. She has such storytelling magic: oodles of it. She should do more more narrations: much, much, much more. She's one of the best narrators around. A real treat Julie Andrews has been my favorite actress ever since she starred in "Mary Poppins" and "The Sound of Music," so what a treat it was to listen on my IPod to "Home: A Memoir of My Early Years," and have her literally talk in my ear to tell me the story of her childhood through her early years of stardom on Broadway. I had no idea of the family strife she suffered, nor did I know that she had been a bit of a child star in Great Britain. Anyway, anyone who ever loved listening to Ms. Andrews sing or enjoyed her acting will be enormously pleased to listen to Julie telling them her life story. https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/pd/Bios-Memoirs/Theres-More-to-Life-than-This-Audiobook/B00DEL0V8S Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/312/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: There's More to Life than This Subtitle: Healing Messages, Remarkable Stories, and Insight about the Other Side from the Long Island Medium Author: Theresa Caputo Narrator: Theresa Caputo Format: Unabridged Length: 7 hrs and 40 mins Language: English Release date: 10-01-13 Publisher: Simon & Schuster Audio Ratings: 4.5 of 5 out of 835 votes Genres: Bios & Memoirs, Celebrities Publisher's Summary: The star of TLC's Long Island Medium shares her extraordinary gift and reveals how she helps people who have lost loved ones find peace, closure, and healing. In her highly anticipated new book, brassy and beloved medium Theresa Caputo, star of the hit television show Long Island Medium, opens the door to her world and invites us to experience her exceptional gift of communicating with those who've crossed over to The Other Side. The always funny, frank, and down-to-earth medium began communicating with Spirit at the age of four, but didn't fully accept her gift until she was 33 years old. She had a good life as a busy wife and mom, but also suffered from chronic anxiety that came from ignoring her unique abilities. Once Theresa began channeling, she discovered that she felt much better after delivering a message from Spirit and releasing that energy. Since then she's used her extraordinary gift to help countless people heal from the loss of their loved ones. Theresa makes us all aware that there is more to life than what we see here in the physical world. She wants you to know that our deceased loved ones are safe and at peace assisting us from The Other Side. She also wants you to realize that the unexplainable things you sense and feel from these souls are real, and that it's healthy and essential to acknowledge them. There's More to Life than This explains how Theresa's mediumship works, what happens to our soul when we die, what Heaven is like, what the deceased want us to know, the importance of living a positive life, and the many roles that our family, friends, angels, guides, and God play here and in the afterlife. It also explores how to safely connect with Spirit, so that we can recognize when our loved ones are reaching out. Combining Theresa's personal story, compelling anecdotes, and client readings, this remarkable book teaches us about Spirit and helps us understand the life-affirming messages that are sent to us every day. biacuaduc@gmail.com (Theresa Caputo) Tue, 01 Oct 2013 00:18:57 GMT https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/pd/Bios-Memoirs/Theres-More-to-Life-than-This-Audiobook/B00DEL0V8S thebookvoice.com 07:40:00 no Listen to full audiobooks for free on thebookvoice.com Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/312/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: There's More to Life than This Subtitle: Healing Messages, Remarkable Stories, and Insight about the Other Side from the Long Island Medium Author: Theresa Caputo Narrator: Theresa Caputo Format: Unabridged Length: 7 hrs and 40 mins Language: English Release date: 10-01-13 Publisher: Simon & Schuster Audio Ratings: 4.5 of 5 out of 835 votes Genres: Bios & Memoirs, Celebrities Publisher's Summary: The star of TLC's Long Island Medium shares her extraordinary gift and reveals how she helps people who have lost loved ones find peace, closure, and healing. In her highly anticipated new book, brassy and beloved medium Theresa Caputo, star of the hit television show Long Island Medium, opens the door to her world and invites us to experience her exceptional gift of communicating with those who've crossed over to The Other Side. The always funny, frank, and down-to-earth medium began communicating with Spirit at the age of four, but didn't fully accept her gift until she was 33 years old. She had a good life as a busy wife and mom, but also suffered from chronic anxiety that came from ignoring her unique abilities. Once Theresa began channeling, she discovered that she felt much better after delivering a message from Spirit and releasing that energy. Since then she's used her extraordinary gift to help countless people heal from the loss of their loved ones. Theresa makes us all aware that there is more to life than what we see here in the physical world. She wants you to know that our deceased loved ones are safe and at peace assisting us from The Other Side. She also wants you to realize that the unexplainable things you sense and feel from these souls are real, and that it's healthy and essential to acknowledge them. There's More to Life than This explains how Theresa's mediumship works, what happens to our soul when we die, what Heaven is like, what the deceased want us to know, the importance of living a positive life, and the many roles that our family, friends, angels, guides, and God play here and in the afterlife. It also explores how to safely connect with Spirit, so that we can recognize when our loved ones are reaching out. Combining Theresa's personal story, compelling anecdotes, and client readings, this remarkable book teaches us about Spirit and helps us understand the life-affirming messages that are sent to us every day. Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/312/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: There's More to Life than This Subtitle: Healing Messages, Remarkable Stories, and Insight about the Other Side from the Long Island Medium Author: Theresa Caputo Narrator: Theresa Caputo Format: Unabridged Length: 7 hrs and 40 mins Language: English Release date: 10-01-13 Publisher: Simon & Schuster Audio Ratings: 4.5 of 5 out of 835 votes Genres: Bios & Memoirs, Celebrities Publisher's Summary: The star of TLC's Long Island Medium shares her extraordinary gift and reveals how she helps people who have lost loved ones find peace, closure, and healing. In her highly anticipated new book, brassy and beloved medium Theresa Caputo, star of the hit television show Long Island Medium, opens the door to her world and invites us to experience her exceptional gift of communicating with those who've crossed over to The Other Side. The always funny, frank, and down-to-earth medium began communicating with Spirit at the age of four, but didn't fully accept her gift until she was 33 years old. She had a good life as a busy wife and mom, but also suffered from chronic anxiety that came from ignoring her unique abilities. Once Theresa began channeling, she discovered that she felt much better after delivering a message from Spirit and releasing that energy. Since then she's used her extraordinary gift to help countless people heal from the loss of their loved ones. Theresa makes us all aware that there is more to life than what we see here in the physical world. She wants you to know that our deceased loved ones are safe and at peace assisting us from The Other Side. She also wants you to realize that the unexplainable things you sense and feel from these souls are real, and that it's healthy and essential to acknowledge them. There's More to Life than This explains how Theresa's mediumship works, what happens to our soul when we die, what Heaven is like, what the deceased want us to know, the importance of living a positive life, and the many roles that our family, friends, angels, guides, and God play here and in the afterlife. It also explores how to safely connect with Spirit, so that we can recognize when our loved ones are reaching out. Combining Theresa's personal story, compelling anecdotes, and client readings, this remarkable book teaches us about Spirit and helps us understand the life-affirming messages that are sent to us every day. Members Reviews: Amazing and comforting Would you recommend this audiobook to a friend? If so, why? Yes! Theresa Caputo has an incredible gift. And she is fun and funny which gives a light-hearted feel to a serious book.If you like her TV show "Long Island Medium", you will love this book! What did you like best about this story? I don't know that I could pick a favorite part. What I loved the most were Theresa's insights and descriptions of her ability and readings. She makes the other side feel so familiar and close that it brings comfort to me. What about Theresa Caputos performance did you like? She is so funny and endearing! Was there a moment in the book that particularly moved you? I was moved by so many of her stories about specific readings. They helped put her descriptions of her gift and of spirit, in context. Any additional comments? I hope that she writes another book soon! Interesting, but hard to listen to! What did you love best about There's More to Life than This? I have watched Theresa Caputo on television and while she is an original, I do believe much of what she experiences is true. https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/pd/Bios-Memoirs/A-Life-Well-Played-Audiobook/B01LZHOSC6 Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/312/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: A Life Well Played Subtitle: My Stories Author: Arnold Palmer Narrator: Rich Lerner Format: Unabridged Length: 5 hrs and 42 mins Language: English Release date: 10-11-16 Publisher: Macmillan Audio Ratings: 4.5 of 5 out of 155 votes Genres: Bios & Memoirs, Celebrities Publisher's Summary: This program opens features an introduction read by Arnold Palmer and is narrated by Rich Lerner of the Golf Channel. "This wasn't a "job" for me. This was a true privilege, because Arnold Palmer's story is important, and not simply because he's an American icon. His story's an inspiration, even a guide for all of us on how to live "a life well played," because as you'll hear in the book, Arnie lived and played by a simple principle. 'Go for it.'" - Rich Lerner on his experience narrating A Life Well Played No one has won more fans around the world and no player has had a bigger impact on the sport of golf than Arnold Palmer. In fact, Palmer is considered by many to be the most important golfer in history. As a follow-up to his 1999 autobiography, Palmer takes stock of the many experiences of his life in A Life Well Played, bringing new details and insights to some familiar stories and sharing new ones. Palmer has had tremendous success but is most notable for going about it the right way and always giving back to the fans who made it all possible. Gracious, fair, and a true gentleman, Arnold Palmer is the gold standard of how to conduct yourself. He offers advice and guidance, sharing stories of his career on the course, success in business and the great relationships that give meaning to his life. This audiobook is Palmer's gift to the worlda treasure trove of entertaining anecdotes and timeless wisdom that readers will celebrate and cherish. biacuaduc@gmail.com (Arnold Palmer) Tue, 11 Oct 2016 09:36:31 GMT https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/pd/Bios-Memoirs/A-Life-Well-Played-Audiobook/B01LZHOSC6 thebookvoice.com 05:42:00 no Listen to full audiobooks for free on thebookvoice.com Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/312/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: A Life Well Played Subtitle: My Stories Author: Arnold Palmer Narrator: Rich Lerner Format: Unabridged Length: 5 hrs and 42 mins Language: English Release date: 10-11-16 Publisher: Macmillan Audio Ratings: 4.5 of 5 out of 155 votes Genres: Bios & Memoirs, Celebrities Publisher's Summary: This program opens features an introduction read by Arnold Palmer and is narrated by Rich Lerner of the Golf Channel. "This wasn't a "job" for me. This was a true privilege, because Arnold Palmer's story is important, and not simply because he's an American icon. His story's an inspiration, even a guide for all of us on how to live "a life well played," because as you'll hear in the book, Arnie lived and played by a simple principle. 'Go for it.'" - Rich Lerner on his experience narrating A Life Well Played No one has won more fans around the world and no player has had a bigger impact on the sport of golf than Arnold Palmer. In fact, Palmer is considered by many to be the most important golfer in history. As a follow-up to his 1999 autobiography, Palmer takes stock of the many experiences of his life in A Life Well Played, bringing new details and insights to some familiar stories and sharing new ones. Palmer has had tremendous success but is most notable for going about it the right way and always giving back to the fans who made it all possible. Gracious, fair, and a true gentleman, Arnold Palmer is the gold standard of how to conduct yourself. He offers advice and guidance, sharing stories of his career on the course, success in business and the great relationships that give meaning to his life. This audiobook is Palmer's gift to the worlda treasure trove of entertaining anecdotes and timeless wisdom that readers will celebrate and cherish. Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/312/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: A Life Well Played Subtitle: My Stories Author: Arnold Palmer Narrator: Rich Lerner Format: Unabridged Length: 5 hrs and 42 mins Language: English Release date: 10-11-16 Publisher: Macmillan Audio Ratings: 4.5 of 5 out of 155 votes Genres: Bios & Memoirs, Celebrities Publisher's Summary: This program opens features an introduction read by Arnold Palmer and is narrated by Rich Lerner of the Golf Channel. "This wasn't a "job" for me. This was a true privilege, because Arnold Palmer's story is important, and not simply because he's an American icon. His story's an inspiration, even a guide for all of us on how to live "a life well played," because as you'll hear in the book, Arnie lived and played by a simple principle. 'Go for it.'" - Rich Lerner on his experience narrating A Life Well Played No one has won more fans around the world and no player has had a bigger impact on the sport of golf than Arnold Palmer. In fact, Palmer is considered by many to be the most important golfer in history. As a follow-up to his 1999 autobiography, Palmer takes stock of the many experiences of his life in A Life Well Played, bringing new details and insights to some familiar stories and sharing new ones. Palmer has had tremendous success but is most notable for going about it the right way and always giving back to the fans who made it all possible. Gracious, fair, and a true gentleman, Arnold Palmer is the gold standard of how to conduct yourself. He offers advice and guidance, sharing stories of his career on the course, success in business and the great relationships that give meaning to his life. This audiobook is Palmer's gift to the worlda treasure trove of entertaining anecdotes and timeless wisdom that readers will celebrate and cherish. Members Reviews: A must read/hear It was a tremendous book and the Narration was excellent. Rich Lerner was amazing. You can really feel Mr. Palmer in that read. I can easily listen to it over and over. Arnie would I loved the book, and the stories made me appreciate Mr. Palmer even more. Growing up & learning to play golf in Pittsburgh, I always knew of Arnie as a local legend, but I never really knew the details of his career. This book was not only entertaining, but it also taught me a bunch about how to play & appreciate the game of golf. Well written, well read, and thoroughly enjoyed. Masters week in augusta. What a perfect book We just completed another wonderful week in Augusta for The Masters Tournament. This year we remembered a great player and a great man- Arnold Palmer. What a wonderful book to listen to this week. We miss you, Arnie! one of my favorites. Arnie was a class act and that fact comes thru in this book. Rich Lerner's reading was great. Not What I Expected What would have made A Life Well Played better? The story and the narration was slow and boring, the opposite of Arnie's golf game. Any additional comments? This will sound strange considering Arnie's reputation, but I strongly disliked the book due to it's subtle, but excessive bragging. The book is filled with phrases in which Arnie highlights his great treatment of people all while talking about how humble he is. He also is quite preachy, such as saying all Americans should be required to do a stint in the military. He also goes on about how men shouldn't have facial hair or wear hats in public. I realize that was the code in the 50s, but times have changed. I read nearly every golf book, but this one rubbed me the wrong way, repeatedly. It was very unlike most other golf autobiographies. https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/pd/Bios-Memoirs/Diary-of-a-Mad-Diva-Audiobook/B00K8E8NDE Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/312/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: Diary of a Mad Diva Author: Joan Rivers Narrator: Joan Rivers Format: Unabridged Length: 6 hrs and 50 mins Language: English Release date: 07-01-14 Publisher: Penguin Audio Ratings: 4 of 5 out of 415 votes Genres: Bios & Memoirs, Celebrities Publisher's Summary: Winner of the 2015 Grammy for Best Spoken Word Album Following up the phenomenal success of her headline-making New York Times bestseller I Hate Everyone...Starting With Me, the unstoppable Joan Rivers is at it again. When her daughter Melissa gives her a diary for Christmas, at first Joan is horrified - who the hell does Melissa think she is? That fat pig, Bridget Jones? But as Joan, being both beautiful and introspective, begins to record her day-to-day musings, she realizes she has a lot to say. About everything. And everyone, God help them. The result? A no-holds-barred, delightfully vicious and always hilarious look at the everyday life of the ultimate diva. Follow Joan on a family vacation in Mexico and on trips between New York and Los Angeles where she mingles with the stars, never missing a beat as she delivers blistering critiques on current events, and excoriating insights about life, pop culture, and celebrities (from A to D list), all in her relentlessly funny signature style. This is the Diary of a Mad Diva. Forget about Anais Nin, Anne Frank, and that whiner Sylvia Plath. For the first time in a century, a diary by someone thats actually worth reading. biacuaduc@gmail.com (Joan Rivers) Tue, 01 Jul 2014 01:09:04 GMT https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/pd/Bios-Memoirs/Diary-of-a-Mad-Diva-Audiobook/B00K8E8NDE thebookvoice.com 06:50:00 no Listen to full audiobooks for free on thebookvoice.com Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/312/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: Diary of a Mad Diva Author: Joan Rivers Narrator: Joan Rivers Format: Unabridged Length: 6 hrs and 50 mins Language: English Release date: 07-01-14 Publisher: Penguin Audio Ratings: 4 of 5 out of 415 votes Genres: Bios & Memoirs, Celebrities Publisher's Summary: Winner of the 2015 Grammy for Best Spoken Word Album Following up the phenomenal success of her headline-making New York Times bestseller I Hate Everyone...Starting With Me, the unstoppable Joan Rivers is at it again. When her daughter Melissa gives her a diary for Christmas, at first Joan is horrified - who the hell does Melissa think she is? That fat pig, Bridget Jones? But as Joan, being both beautiful and introspective, begins to record her day-to-day musings, she realizes she has a lot to say. About everything. And everyone, God help them. The result? A no-holds-barred, delightfully vicious and always hilarious look at the everyday life of the ultimate diva. Follow Joan on a family vacation in Mexico and on trips between New York and Los Angeles where she mingles with the stars, never missing a beat as she delivers blistering critiques on current events, and excoriating insights about life, pop culture, and celebrities (from A to D list), all in her relentlessly funny signature style. This is the Diary of a Mad Diva. Forget about Anais Nin, Anne Frank, and that whiner Sylvia Plath. For the first time in a century, a diary by someone thats actually worth reading. Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/312/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: Diary of a Mad Diva Author: Joan Rivers Narrator: Joan Rivers Format: Unabridged Length: 6 hrs and 50 mins Language: English Release date: 07-01-14 Publisher: Penguin Audio Ratings: 4 of 5 out of 415 votes Genres: Bios & Memoirs, Celebrities Publisher's Summary: Winner of the 2015 Grammy for Best Spoken Word Album Following up the phenomenal success of her headline-making New York Times bestseller I Hate Everyone...Starting With Me, the unstoppable Joan Rivers is at it again. When her daughter Melissa gives her a diary for Christmas, at first Joan is horrified - who the hell does Melissa think she is? That fat pig, Bridget Jones? But as Joan, being both beautiful and introspective, begins to record her day-to-day musings, she realizes she has a lot to say. About everything. And everyone, God help them. The result? A no-holds-barred, delightfully vicious and always hilarious look at the everyday life of the ultimate diva. Follow Joan on a family vacation in Mexico and on trips between New York and Los Angeles where she mingles with the stars, never missing a beat as she delivers blistering critiques on current events, and excoriating insights about life, pop culture, and celebrities (from A to D list), all in her relentlessly funny signature style. This is the Diary of a Mad Diva. Forget about Anais Nin, Anne Frank, and that whiner Sylvia Plath. For the first time in a century, a diary by someone thats actually worth reading. Members Reviews: ICON Would you consider the audio edition of Diary of a Mad Diva to be better than the print version? Yes, I like to hear her voice and her expressions of her own words. She is so committed to giving her fans the best. She had to read it to us. What does Joan Rivers bring to the story that you wouldnt experience if you just read the book? she brings her words to life. Did you have an extreme reaction to this book? Did it make you laugh or cry? She will be missed. Can we NOT talk? Any additional comments? I love Joan Rivers and I'm sad that she's no longer with us. But this book is awful...actually, this audio book is awful. I only made til March in her "diary" before I called it quits. And I NEVER quit a book. If you like recycled jokes and outdated pop references (Sunny Von Bulow...Nancy Kerrigan...Monica Lewinsky) then this book may be for you. For the record, nothing really offends me...I get this type of humor and like it...but not when it's not funny. 2 jokes about JFK getting his head blown off...really? Diva's Diary Amazes When I came across this book I didn't hesitate. I had to have it. For me Joan Rivers has always been the best. The thought of a diary by Joan Rivers made me feel all tingly with anticipation. This book was an amazing experience. I loved the whole thing. I wish that the diary would have covered every single day of the year for which this diary covers. Some days are missing. I can think of many good reasons why these days would have been missed and I do understand. We can't all have everything we want, right? Well, I sometimes think we all should have everything we need. Let me tell you this book came to me at a time when I really needed it. (I've been going through such troubles this year) This book got me smiling and laughing and that was what I was really in need of!! Thank you so much Joan Rivers for this book. You're always amazing!! I'm so glad that you narrated this book yourself, your words always need to be heard in your voice. You're unique and your voice is unique. I enjoyed this book so much. It was very much worth the credit I used to get this book and I have already listened more than once. https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/pd/Bios-Memoirs/Whats-So-Funny-Audiobook/B00GAA1SBY Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/312/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: What's So Funny? Subtitle: My Hilarious Life Author: Tim Conway, Jane Scovell, Carol Burnett Narrator: Tim Conway, Carol Burnett, Dick Hill, Jane Scovell Format: Unabridged Length: 8 hrs and 39 mins Language: English Release date: 10-30-13 Publisher: Brilliance Audio Ratings: 4 of 5 out of 1273 votes Genres: Bios & Memoirs, Celebrities Publisher's Summary: Six-time Emmy Award-winning funnyman Tim Conway, best known for his characters on The Carol Burnett Show, offers a straight-shooting and hilarious memoir about his life on stage and off as an actor and comedian. In television history, few entertainers have captured as many hearts and made as many people laugh as Tim Conway. There's nothing in the world that Tim Conway would rather do than entertain - and in his first-ever memoir, What's So Funny?, that's exactly what he does. From his pranks in small Ohio classrooms to his performances on national television and movies, Tim has been cracking people up for more than seventy years. Long regarded as one of the funniest comedians around, Tim also boasts an inspiring rags-to-riches story. What's So Funny? captures Tim's journey from life as an only child raised by loving but outrageous parents in small-town Ohio during the Great Depression, to his tour of duty in the Army - which would become training for his later role in McHale's Navy - to his ascent as a national star and household name. By tracing his early path, this audiobook reveals the origins of many of Tim's unforgettable characters - from Mr. Tudball and the Oldest Man to Mickey Hart to everyone's favorite, Dorf. What's So Funny? shares the hilarious accounts of the glory days of The Carol Burnett Show and his famous partnerships with entertainment greats like Harvey Korman, Don Knotts, Dick Van Dyke, Betty White, Vicki Lawrence, Bob Newhart, and of course, Carol Burnett. As a bonus, listeners will enjoy never-before-shared stories of hilarious behind-the-scenes antics on McHale's Navy and The Carol Burnett Show. biacuaduc@gmail.com (Tim Conway) Wed, 30 Oct 2013 02:34:20 GMT https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/pd/Bios-Memoirs/Whats-So-Funny-Audiobook/B00GAA1SBY thebookvoice.com 08:39:00 no Listen to full audiobooks for free on thebookvoice.com Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/312/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: What's So Funny? Subtitle: My Hilarious Life Author: Tim Conway, Jane Scovell, Carol Burnett Narrator: Tim Conway, Carol Burnett, Dick Hill, Jane Scovell Format: Unabridged Length: 8 hrs and 39 mins Language: English Release date: 10-30-13 Publisher: Brilliance Audio Ratings: 4 of 5 out of 1273 votes Genres: Bios & Memoirs, Celebrities Publisher's Summary: Six-time Emmy Award-winning funnyman Tim Conway, best known for his characters on The Carol Burnett Show, offers a straight-shooting and hilarious memoir about his life on stage and off as an actor and comedian. In television history, few entertainers have captured as many hearts and made as many people laugh as Tim Conway. There's nothing in the world that Tim Conway would rather do than entertain - and in his first-ever memoir, What's So Funny?, that's exactly what he does. From his pranks in small Ohio classrooms to his performances on national television and movies, Tim has been cracking people up for more than seventy years. Long regarded as one of the funniest comedians around, Tim also boasts an inspiring rags-to-riches story. What's So Funny? captures Tim's journey from life as an only child raised by loving but outrageous parents in small-town Ohio during the Great Depression, to his tour of duty in the Army - which would become training for his later role in McHale's Navy - to his ascent as a national star and household name. By tracing his early path, this audiobook reveals the origins of many of Tim's unforgettable characters - from Mr. Tudball and the Oldest Man to Mickey Hart to everyone's favorite, Dorf. What's So Funny? shares the hilarious accounts of the glory days of The Carol Burnett Show and his famous partnerships with entertainment greats like Harvey Korman, Don Knotts, Dick Van Dyke, Betty White, Vicki Lawrence, Bob Newhart, and of course, Carol Burnett. As a bonus, listeners will enjoy never-before-shared stories of hilarious behind-the-scenes antics on McHale's Navy and The Carol Burnett Show. Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/312/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: What's So Funny? Subtitle: My Hilarious Life Author: Tim Conway, Jane Scovell, Carol Burnett Narrator: Tim Conway, Carol Burnett, Dick Hill, Jane Scovell Format: Unabridged Length: 8 hrs and 39 mins Language: English Release date: 10-30-13 Publisher: Brilliance Audio Ratings: 4 of 5 out of 1273 votes Genres: Bios & Memoirs, Celebrities Publisher's Summary: Six-time Emmy Award-winning funnyman Tim Conway, best known for his characters on The Carol Burnett Show, offers a straight-shooting and hilarious memoir about his life on stage and off as an actor and comedian. In television history, few entertainers have captured as many hearts and made as many people laugh as Tim Conway. There's nothing in the world that Tim Conway would rather do than entertain - and in his first-ever memoir, What's So Funny?, that's exactly what he does. From his pranks in small Ohio classrooms to his performances on national television and movies, Tim has been cracking people up for more than seventy years. Long regarded as one of the funniest comedians around, Tim also boasts an inspiring rags-to-riches story. What's So Funny? captures Tim's journey from life as an only child raised by loving but outrageous parents in small-town Ohio during the Great Depression, to his tour of duty in the Army - which would become training for his later role in McHale's Navy - to his ascent as a national star and household name. By tracing his early path, this audiobook reveals the origins of many of Tim's unforgettable characters - from Mr. Tudball and the Oldest Man to Mickey Hart to everyone's favorite, Dorf. What's So Funny? shares the hilarious accounts of the glory days of The Carol Burnett Show and his famous partnerships with entertainment greats like Harvey Korman, Don Knotts, Dick Van Dyke, Betty White, Vicki Lawrence, Bob Newhart, and of course, Carol Burnett. As a bonus, listeners will enjoy never-before-shared stories of hilarious behind-the-scenes antics on McHale's Navy and The Carol Burnett Show. Members Reviews: Tim, that is what's so funny!!! Wow! I grew up watching Tim Conway and his gang. Listening to his stories about how he came to Hollywood and mastered the world of comedy was a great ride. Thanks for sharing, Tim! Looking forward to "Son of..." Not narrated by Tim Any additional comments? When I bought this, I thought Tim narrated it himself as he is first listed. He didn't. Dick Hill did. While Mr. Hill may be a good narrator, I did not find him to be good for this book. The majority of celebrity bio's I have listened to have been narrated by the celebrity (Kevin Pollack being the best I have found thus far) so it was a natural mistake on my part when I saw Tim listed first. However, I do not regret buying it or listening to it - I just think it would have been fantastic if Mr. https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/pd/Bios-Memoirs/Cheech-Is-Not-My-Real-Name-Audiobook/B01MZEC7XG Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/312/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: Cheech Is Not My Real Name Subtitle: ...But Don't Call Me Chong Author: Cheech Marin Narrator: Cheech Marin Format: Unabridged Length: 7 hrs and 29 mins Language: English Release date: 03-14-17 Publisher: Hachette Audio Ratings: 4.5 of 5 out of 204 votes Genres: Bios & Memoirs, Celebrities Publisher's Summary: The long-awaited memoir from a counterculture legend. Cheech Marin came of age at an interesting time in America and became a self-made counterculture legend with his other half, Tommy Chong. This insightful memoir delves into how Cheech dodged the draft, formed one of the most successful comedy duos of all time, became the face of the recreational drug movement with the film Up in Smoke, forged a successful solo career with roles in The Lion King and, more recently, Jane the Virgin, and became the owner of the most renowned collection of Chicano art in the world. Written in Cheech's uniquely hilarious voice, this memoir will take you to new highs. PLEASE NOTE: When you purchase this title, the accompanying reference material will be available in your Library section along with the audio. biacuaduc@gmail.com (Cheech Marin) Tue, 14 Mar 2017 07:44:30 GMT https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/pd/Bios-Memoirs/Cheech-Is-Not-My-Real-Name-Audiobook/B01MZEC7XG thebookvoice.com 07:29:00 no Listen to full audiobooks for free on thebookvoice.com Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/312/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: Cheech Is Not My Real Name Subtitle: ...But Don't Call Me Chong Author: Cheech Marin Narrator: Cheech Marin Format: Unabridged Length: 7 hrs and 29 mins Language: English Release date: 03-14-17 Publisher: Hachette Audio Ratings: 4.5 of 5 out of 204 votes Genres: Bios & Memoirs, Celebrities Publisher's Summary: The long-awaited memoir from a counterculture legend. Cheech Marin came of age at an interesting time in America and became a self-made counterculture legend with his other half, Tommy Chong. This insightful memoir delves into how Cheech dodged the draft, formed one of the most successful comedy duos of all time, became the face of the recreational drug movement with the film Up in Smoke, forged a successful solo career with roles in The Lion King and, more recently, Jane the Virgin, and became the owner of the most renowned collection of Chicano art in the world. Written in Cheech's uniquely hilarious voice, this memoir will take you to new highs. PLEASE NOTE: When you purchase this title, the accompanying reference material will be available in your Library section along with the audio. Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/312/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: Cheech Is Not My Real Name Subtitle: ...But Don't Call Me Chong Author: Cheech Marin Narrator: Cheech Marin Format: Unabridged Length: 7 hrs and 29 mins Language: English Release date: 03-14-17 Publisher: Hachette Audio Ratings: 4.5 of 5 out of 204 votes Genres: Bios & Memoirs, Celebrities Publisher's Summary: The long-awaited memoir from a counterculture legend. Cheech Marin came of age at an interesting time in America and became a self-made counterculture legend with his other half, Tommy Chong. This insightful memoir delves into how Cheech dodged the draft, formed one of the most successful comedy duos of all time, became the face of the recreational drug movement with the film Up in Smoke, forged a successful solo career with roles in The Lion King and, more recently, Jane the Virgin, and became the owner of the most renowned collection of Chicano art in the world. Written in Cheech's uniquely hilarious voice, this memoir will take you to new highs. PLEASE NOTE: When you purchase this title, the accompanying reference material will be available in your Library section along with the audio. Members Reviews: One of the Funniest/Intelligent Guys on Earth! I first heard Cheech & Chong when I was in elementary school, and man did they change my outlook on life - for the better! Captivating? Duh... its Cheech! I binged this book in 4 days. Thanks Cheech Marin for sharing your whit, charisma, insight and story! Super interesting guy! Charming, grateful, driven. So mucg to learn about thw life of Cheech Marin! I saw Cheech speak live at an LA Library book event to launch this book in Feb 2017. In person, he's hilarious, charming, gracious, a great story - teller & performer. I bought the audio book that ni. I was a little surprised & disappointed re-reading many of Cheech's great stories he'd told on stage that night in the audiobook, just without all the personality & enthusiasm. It doesn't make sense since he's such a great actor, performer, improvise, comedian & voice over artist. But while his life stories are still interesting, it's not nearly as lively & great as having seen him in person. A great read tho! It was better than you or I could imagine Ok it is a positive and even inspirational about hard work and always learning Drugs were not glorified which I appreciate Be careful where you listen to it as you will laugh and laugh out load! Fantastic read for fans and people just learning about the man I went into this book only as a fan of his movies but came out to a deep appreciation for the man himself highly recommend it would read again https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/pd/Bios-Memoirs/The-Chris-Farley-Show-Audiobook/B00E7X97W8 Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/312/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: The Chris Farley Show Subtitle: A Biography in Three Acts Author: Tom Farley, Tanner Colby Narrator: L. J. Ganser, Therese Plummer, Mark Boyett Format: Unabridged Length: 9 hrs and 54 mins Language: English Release date: 07-31-13 Publisher: Audible Studios Ratings: 4.5 of 5 out of 693 votes Genres: Bios & Memoirs, Celebrities Publisher's Summary: The New York Times best-selling biography of an American comedy legend. After three years of sobriety, Chris Farley's life was at its creative peak until a string of professional disappointments chased him back to drugs and alcohol. He fought hard against them, but it was a fight he would lose in December 1997. Farley's fans immediately drew parallels between his death and that of his idol, John Belushi. Without looking deeper, however, many failed to see that Farley was much more than just another Hollywood drug overdose. In this officially authorized oral history, Farley's friends and family remember his work and life. Along the way, they tell a remarkable story of boundless energy, determination, and laughter that could only keep the demons at bay for so long. Critic Reviews: the newly released audiobook edition of The Chris Farley Show, an oral biography co-edited by Farleys brother Tom and journalist Tanner Colby, is full of reminders of how close he had already come to a mid-career breakthrough. ( Salon) biacuaduc@gmail.com (Tom Farley) Wed, 31 Jul 2013 20:22:46 GMT https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/pd/Bios-Memoirs/The-Chris-Farley-Show-Audiobook/B00E7X97W8 thebookvoice.com 09:54:00 no Listen to full audiobooks for free on thebookvoice.com Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/312/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: The Chris Farley Show Subtitle: A Biography in Three Acts Author: Tom Farley, Tanner Colby Narrator: L. J. Ganser, Therese Plummer, Mark Boyett Format: Unabridged Length: 9 hrs and 54 mins Language: English Release date: 07-31-13 Publisher: Audible Studios Ratings: 4.5 of 5 out of 693 votes Genres: Bios & Memoirs, Celebrities Publisher's Summary: The New York Times best-selling biography of an American comedy legend. After three years of sobriety, Chris Farley's life was at its creative peak until a string of professional disappointments chased him back to drugs and alcohol. He fought hard against them, but it was a fight he would lose in December 1997. Farley's fans immediately drew parallels between his death and that of his idol, John Belushi. Without looking deeper, however, many failed to see that Farley was much more than just another Hollywood drug overdose. In this officially authorized oral history, Farley's friends and family remember his work and life. Along the way, they tell a remarkable story of boundless energy, determination, and laughter that could only keep the demons at bay for so long. Critic Reviews: the newly released audiobook edition of The Chris Farley Show, an oral biography co-edited by Farleys brother Tom and journalist Tanner Colby, is full of reminders of how close he had already come to a mid-career breakthrough. ( Salon) Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/312/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: The Chris Farley Show Subtitle: A Biography in Three Acts Author: Tom Farley, Tanner Colby Narrator: L. J. Ganser, Therese Plummer, Mark Boyett Format: Unabridged Length: 9 hrs and 54 mins Language: English Release date: 07-31-13 Publisher: Audible Studios Ratings: 4.5 of 5 out of 693 votes Genres: Bios & Memoirs, Celebrities Publisher's Summary: The New York Times best-selling biography of an American comedy legend. After three years of sobriety, Chris Farley's life was at its creative peak until a string of professional disappointments chased him back to drugs and alcohol. He fought hard against them, but it was a fight he would lose in December 1997. Farley's fans immediately drew parallels between his death and that of his idol, John Belushi. Without looking deeper, however, many failed to see that Farley was much more than just another Hollywood drug overdose. In this officially authorized oral history, Farley's friends and family remember his work and life. Along the way, they tell a remarkable story of boundless energy, determination, and laughter that could only keep the demons at bay for so long. Critic Reviews: the newly released audiobook edition of The Chris Farley Show, an oral biography co-edited by Farleys brother Tom and journalist Tanner Colby, is full of reminders of how close he had already come to a mid-career breakthrough. ( Salon) Members Reviews: painfully sad story of my comedy hero I knew there were demons behind my favorite comedic actor. I had no how bad it really was. so sad. Incredibly sad.... This book, while being a very insight and beautiful look into the life of Chris Farley, is more of a three-part eulogy. It will make you laugh but sits under a cloud of despair while it does it. Finished it in three days because even in death and through others' stories, Chris Farley is still someone that can grab and hold your attention. I miss chris Chris was an amazing performer and person. You can hear it in the stories. Addiction is a terrible disease and hopefully those that listen to this will learn more about chris and addiction. If you are an addict please get help. Don't go out like chris did. Entertaining but sad Worth a listen. Behind the scene of his demise but illustrated with humour and kindness. You will enjoy this book. a necessary story What an amazing tribute to Chris Farley! It was a privilege to discover more about this talented man who made the world laugh with him. The personal stories help me appreciate more, what a great loss his family has endured. https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/pd/Bios-Memoirs/The-Secret-Race-Audiobook/B0096C2IGC Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/312/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: The Secret Race Subtitle: Inside the Hidden World of the Tour de France: Doping, Cover-ups, and Winning at All Costs Author: Tyler Hamilton, Daniel Coyle Narrator: Sean Runnette Format: Unabridged Length: 11 hrs and 23 mins Language: English Release date: 09-05-12 Publisher: Random House Audio Ratings: 4.5 of 5 out of 1014 votes Genres: Bios & Memoirs, Celebrities Publisher's Summary: Over the course of two years, Coyle conducted more than 200 hours of interviews with Hamilton and spoke candidly with numerous teammates, rivals, and friends. The result is an explosive book that takes us, for the first time, deep inside a shadowy, fascinating, and surreal world of unscrupulous doctors, anything-goes team directors, and athletes so relentlessly driven to succeed that they would do anythingand take any risk, physical, mental, or moralto gain the edge they needed to win. Tyler Hamilton was once one of the worlds best-liked and top-ranked cyclistsa fierce competitor renowned among his peers for his uncanny endurance and epic tolerance for pain. In the 2003 Tour de France, he finished fourth despite breaking his collarbone in the early stagesand grinding 11 of his teeth down to the nerves along the way. He started his career with the U.S. Postal Service team in the 1990s and quickly rose to become Lance Armstrongs most trusted lieutenant and a member of his inner circle. For the first three of Armstrongs record seven Tour de France victories, Hamilton was by Armstrongs side, clearing his way. But just weeks after Hamilton reached his own personal pinnaclewinning the gold medal at the 2004 Olympicshis career came to a sudden, ignominious end: He was found guilty of doping and exiled from the sport. From the exhilaration of his early, naïve days in the peloton, Hamilton chronicles his ascent to the uppermost reaches of this unforgiving sport. In the mid-1990s, the advent of a powerful new blood-boosting drug called EPO reshaped the world of cycling, and a relentless, win-at-any-cost ethos took root. Its psychological toll would drive many of the sports top performers to substance abuse, depression, even suicide. For the first time ever, Hamilton recounts his own battle with clinical depression, speaks frankly about the agonizing choices that go along with the decision to compete at a world-class level, and tells the story of his complicated relationship with Lance Armstrong. A journey into the heart of a never-before-seen world, The Secret Race is a riveting, courageous act of witness from a man who is as determined to reveal the hard truth about his sport as he once was to win the Tour de France. biacuaduc@gmail.com (Tyler Hamilton) Wed, 05 Sep 2012 05:52:25 GMT https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/pd/Bios-Memoirs/The-Secret-Race-Audiobook/B0096C2IGC thebookvoice.com 11:23:00 no Listen to full audiobooks for free on thebookvoice.com Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/312/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: The Secret Race Subtitle: Inside the Hidden World of the Tour de France: Doping, Cover-ups, and Winning at All Costs Author: Tyler Hamilton, Daniel Coyle Narrator: Sean Runnette Format: Unabridged Length: 11 hrs and 23 mins Language: English Release date: 09-05-12 Publisher: Random House Audio Ratings: 4.5 of 5 out of 1014 votes Genres: Bios & Memoirs, Celebrities Publisher's Summary: Over the course of two years, Coyle conducted more than 200 hours of interviews with Hamilton and spoke candidly with numerous teammates, rivals, and friends. The result is an explosive book that takes us, for the first time, deep inside a shadowy, fascinating, and surreal world of unscrupulous doctors, anything-goes team directors, and athletes so relentlessly driven to succeed that they would do anythingand take any risk, physical, mental, or moralto gain the edge they needed to win. Tyler Hamilton was once one of the worlds best-liked and top-ranked cyclistsa fierce competitor renowned among his peers for his uncanny endurance and epic tolerance for pain. In the 2003 Tour de France, he finished fourth despite breaking his collarbone in the early stagesand grinding 11 of his teeth down to the nerves along the way. He started his career with the U.S. Postal Service team in the 1990s and quickly rose to become Lance Armstrongs most trusted lieutenant and a member of his inner circle. For the first three of Armstrongs record seven Tour de France victories, Hamilton was by Armstrongs side, clearing his way. But just weeks after Hamilton reached his own personal pinnaclewinning the gold medal at the 2004 Olympicshis career came to a sudden, ignominious end: He was found guilty of doping and exiled from the sport. From the exhilaration of his early, naïve days in the peloton, Hamilton chronicles his ascent to the uppermost reaches of this unforgiving sport. In the mid-1990s, the advent of a powerful new blood-boosting drug called EPO reshaped the world of cycling, and a relentless, win-at-any-cost ethos took root. Its psychological toll would drive many of the sports top performers to substance abuse, depression, even suicide. For the first time ever, Hamilton recounts his own battle with clinical depression, speaks frankly about the agonizing choices that go along with the decision to compete at a world-class level, and tells the story of his complicated relationship with Lance Armstrong. A journey into the heart of a never-before-seen world, The Secret Race is a riveting, courageous act of witness from a man who is as determined to reveal the hard truth about his sport as he once was to win the Tour de France. Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/312/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: The Secret Race Subtitle: Inside the Hidden World of the Tour de France: Doping, Cover-ups, and Winning at All Costs Author: Tyler Hamilton, Daniel Coyle Narrator: Sean Runnette Format: Unabridged Length: 11 hrs and 23 mins Language: English Release date: 09-05-12 Publisher: Random House Audio Ratings: 4.5 of 5 out of 1014 votes Genres: Bios & Memoirs, Celebrities Publisher's Summary: Over the course of two years, Coyle conducted more than 200 hours of interviews with Hamilton and spoke candidly with numerous teammates, rivals, and friends. The result is an explosive book that takes us, for the first time, deep inside a shadowy, fascinating, and surreal world of unscrupulous doctors, anything-goes team directors, and athletes so relentlessly driven to succeed that they would do anythingand take any risk, physical, mental, or moralto gain the edge they needed to win. Tyler Hamilton was once one of the worlds best-liked and top-ranked cyclistsa fierce competitor renowned among his peers for his uncanny endurance and epic tolerance for pain. In the 2003 Tour de France, he finished fourth despite breaking his collarbone in the early stagesand grinding 11 of his teeth down to the nerves along the way. He started his career with the U.S. Postal Service team in the 1990s and quickly rose to become Lance Armstrongs most trusted lieutenant and a member of his inner circle. For the first three of Armstrongs record seven Tour de France victories, Hamilton was by Armstrongs side, clearing his way. But just weeks after Hamilton reached his own personal pinnaclewinning the gold medal at the 2004 Olympicshis career came to a sudden, ignominious end: He was found guilty of doping and exiled from the sport. From the exhilaration of his early, naïve days in the peloton, Hamilton chronicles his ascent to the uppermost reaches of this unforgiving sport. In the mid-1990s, the advent of a powerful new blood-boosting drug called EPO reshaped the world of cycling, and a relentless, win-at-any-cost ethos took root. Its psychological toll would drive many of the sports top performers to substance abuse, depression, even suicide. For the first time ever, Hamilton recounts his own battle with clinical depression, speaks frankly about the agonizing choices that go along with the decision to compete at a world-class level, and tells the story of his complicated relationship with Lance Armstrong. A journey into the heart of a never-before-seen world, The Secret Race is a riveting, courageous act of witness from a man who is as determined to reveal the hard truth about his sport as he once was to win the Tour de France. Members Reviews: Gripping and fascinating I normally spread my listening of a book out over a few weeks but the honest, detailed and shocking story that is told meant that I got through it in less than two days. The book gives an exceptionally good sense of how riding and doping at the professional level worked. The detail about the relationship between riders, doctors and the UCI provides a compelling story about what made professional cycling tick. For fun I'd suggest you listen to Armstrong's It's Not About The Bike and then listen to this book. The image Lance portrays of himself in the former and the picture painted of him by Tyler could not be more different. Riveting!! If you could sum up The Secret Race in three words, what would they be? This audio book was eye opening, well written, well read, and clear to those who are not involved in the cycling sport. Fantastic! Could not stop listening once I started. What was one of the most memorable moments of The Secret Race? The sheer honesty through out the entire book. So human with so much emotion. https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/pd/Bios-Memoirs/unPHILtered-Audiobook/B00M7528G0 Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/312/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: unPHILtered Subtitle: The Way I See It Author: Phil Robertson, Mark Schlabach Narrator: Alan Robertson, Phil Robertson Format: Unabridged Length: 5 hrs and 9 mins Language: English Release date: 09-02-14 Publisher: Simon & Schuster Audio Ratings: 5 of 5 out of 340 votes Genres: Bios & Memoirs, Celebrities Publisher's Summary: The beloved patriarch of A&Es Duck Dynasty series, Phil Robertson, shares his thoughtful - and opinionated - philosophy on life. In Phil Robertsons number-one New York Times best seller, Happy, Happy, Happy, we learned about Phils colorful past and the wild road to becoming the beloved patriarch of A&Es smash hit show, Duck Dynasty. Now, he returns to share his philosophy on life, which can be summed up in five short words. Love God, love your neighbor. In this inspirational and entertaining audiobook, you will learn what makes Phil Robertson tick. Robertson shares his views on faith - and how it has totally changed his way of life and how he treats others; family - how he raised his kids and is raising grandkids while teaching them the life principles he lives by; ducks - and the business principles that started the Duck Commander empire; marriage - including what hes learned from his own marriage; and of course, his opinions on controversial topics like gun control, taxes, prayer in school, and the government. UnPHILtered is the ultimate guide to everything Phil Robertson believes in. Balancing his sometimes off-the-wall comments with his strong focus on home and family life, it is sure to spark discussion, laughs, and a sincere appreciation for Phils unique approach to life. biacuaduc@gmail.com (Phil Robertson) Tue, 02 Sep 2014 06:46:15 GMT https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/pd/Bios-Memoirs/unPHILtered-Audiobook/B00M7528G0 thebookvoice.com 05:09:00 no Listen to full audiobooks for free on thebookvoice.com Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/312/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: unPHILtered Subtitle: The Way I See It Author: Phil Robertson, Mark Schlabach Narrator: Alan Robertson, Phil Robertson Format: Unabridged Length: 5 hrs and 9 mins Language: English Release date: 09-02-14 Publisher: Simon & Schuster Audio Ratings: 5 of 5 out of 340 votes Genres: Bios & Memoirs, Celebrities Publisher's Summary: The beloved patriarch of A&Es Duck Dynasty series, Phil Robertson, shares his thoughtful - and opinionated - philosophy on life. In Phil Robertsons number-one New York Times best seller, Happy, Happy, Happy, we learned about Phils colorful past and the wild road to becoming the beloved patriarch of A&Es smash hit show, Duck Dynasty. Now, he returns to share his philosophy on life, which can be summed up in five short words. Love God, love your neighbor. In this inspirational and entertaining audiobook, you will learn what makes Phil Robertson tick. Robertson shares his views on faith - and how it has totally changed his way of life and how he treats others; family - how he raised his kids and is raising grandkids while teaching them the life principles he lives by; ducks - and the business principles that started the Duck Commander empire; marriage - including what hes learned from his own marriage; and of course, his opinions on controversial topics like gun control, taxes, prayer in school, and the government. UnPHILtered is the ultimate guide to everything Phil Robertson believes in. Balancing his sometimes off-the-wall comments with his strong focus on home and family life, it is sure to spark discussion, laughs, and a sincere appreciation for Phils unique approach to life. Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/312/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: unPHILtered Subtitle: The Way I See It Author: Phil Robertson, Mark Schlabach Narrator: Alan Robertson, Phil Robertson Format: Unabridged Length: 5 hrs and 9 mins Language: English Release date: 09-02-14 Publisher: Simon & Schuster Audio Ratings: 5 of 5 out of 340 votes Genres: Bios & Memoirs, Celebrities Publisher's Summary: The beloved patriarch of A&Es Duck Dynasty series, Phil Robertson, shares his thoughtful - and opinionated - philosophy on life. In Phil Robertsons number-one New York Times best seller, Happy, Happy, Happy, we learned about Phils colorful past and the wild road to becoming the beloved patriarch of A&Es smash hit show, Duck Dynasty. Now, he returns to share his philosophy on life, which can be summed up in five short words. Love God, love your neighbor. In this inspirational and entertaining audiobook, you will learn what makes Phil Robertson tick. Robertson shares his views on faith - and how it has totally changed his way of life and how he treats others; family - how he raised his kids and is raising grandkids while teaching them the life principles he lives by; ducks - and the business principles that started the Duck Commander empire; marriage - including what hes learned from his own marriage; and of course, his opinions on controversial topics like gun control, taxes, prayer in school, and the government. UnPHILtered is the ultimate guide to everything Phil Robertson believes in. Balancing his sometimes off-the-wall comments with his strong focus on home and family life, it is sure to spark discussion, laughs, and a sincere appreciation for Phils unique approach to life. Members Reviews: Things that Needed to Be Said, Were Said Would you recommend this audiobook to a friend? If so, why? Yes. Being a late comer to the whole Duck Dynasty series, I was skeptical about how good a book would be from someone in "reality tv". I was VERY pleased with this book, because to be frank, I agree with Phil and think more people need to stand up for what they believe. What other book might you compare unPHILtered to and why? None that I can think of. What does Alan Robertson and Phil Robertson bring to the story that you wouldnt experience if you just read the book? Their voice. When I read a book I don't hear male voices. LOL... I would have preferred the whole book read by Phil, but it is what it is. If you were to make a film of this book, what would the tag line be? I wouldn't make a film about this book. Any additional comments? It's a good book. I enjoyed it. I would've preferred Phil read the whole thing and I hope he does another book and does read it. The Robertson's make me want to Duck Hunt... I was worried this was going to be a repeat of his first book. It was not, lots of new material. I haven't watched alot of their shows but this family gives me a feeling of hope. Only if others would embrace their views this world could be a much better place. Traditional Beliefs Would you recommend this audiobook to a friend? If so, why? This book contains traditional Christian beliefs presented in a elegant manner. Phil Robertson presents his beliefs in a kind and nonjudgmental manner. As he said, you either accept it or not, the choice is yours. What did you like best about this story? He was straight forward in presenting his beliefs. He is not unkind is his presentation, but explains why he feels the way he does about things. What about Alan Robertson and Phil Robertson s performance did you like? I liked hearing the author Phil read it better. https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/pd/Bios-Memoirs/Forward-Audiobook/B01GONZJ0W Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/312/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: Forward Subtitle: A Memoir Author: Abby Wambach Narrator: Abby Wambach Format: Unabridged Length: 5 hrs and 18 mins Language: English Release date: 09-13-16 Publisher: HarperAudio Ratings: 4.5 of 5 out of 461 votes Genres: Bios & Memoirs, Celebrities Publisher's Summary: Abby Wambach has always pushed the limits of what is possible. Named by Time magazine as one of the most influential people of 2015, the iconic soccer player captured the nation's heart when she led her team to its recent World Cup championship. Admired for her fearlessness and passion, Abby is a vocal advocate for women's rights and equal opportunity, pushing to translate the success of her team to the real world. She has become a heavily requested speaker to a wide a range of audiences, from college students to executives at Fortune 500 companies. In Forward, Abby recounts her own decisions, wins, and losses and the pivotal moments that helped her become the world-class athlete and leader she is today. Wambach's book goes beyond the soccer field to reveal a soulful person grappling with universal questions about how we can live our best lives and become our truest selves. Written with honesty and heart, Forward is an inspiring blueprint for individual growth and a rousing call to action. biacuaduc@gmail.com (Abby Wambach) Tue, 13 Sep 2016 01:52:50 GMT https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/pd/Bios-Memoirs/Forward-Audiobook/B01GONZJ0W thebookvoice.com 05:18:00 no Listen to full audiobooks for free on thebookvoice.com Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/312/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: Forward Subtitle: A Memoir Author: Abby Wambach Narrator: Abby Wambach Format: Unabridged Length: 5 hrs and 18 mins Language: English Release date: 09-13-16 Publisher: HarperAudio Ratings: 4.5 of 5 out of 461 votes Genres: Bios & Memoirs, Celebrities Publisher's Summary: Abby Wambach has always pushed the limits of what is possible. Named by Time magazine as one of the most influential people of 2015, the iconic soccer player captured the nation's heart when she led her team to its recent World Cup championship. Admired for her fearlessness and passion, Abby is a vocal advocate for women's rights and equal opportunity, pushing to translate the success of her team to the real world. She has become a heavily requested speaker to a wide a range of audiences, from college students to executives at Fortune 500 companies. In Forward, Abby recounts her own decisions, wins, and losses and the pivotal moments that helped her become the world-class athlete and leader she is today. Wambach's book goes beyond the soccer field to reveal a soulful person grappling with universal questions about how we can live our best lives and become our truest selves. Written with honesty and heart, Forward is an inspiring blueprint for individual growth and a rousing call to action. Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/312/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: Forward Subtitle: A Memoir Author: Abby Wambach Narrator: Abby Wambach Format: Unabridged Length: 5 hrs and 18 mins Language: English Release date: 09-13-16 Publisher: HarperAudio Ratings: 4.5 of 5 out of 461 votes Genres: Bios & Memoirs, Celebrities Publisher's Summary: Abby Wambach has always pushed the limits of what is possible. Named by Time magazine as one of the most influential people of 2015, the iconic soccer player captured the nation's heart when she led her team to its recent World Cup championship. Admired for her fearlessness and passion, Abby is a vocal advocate for women's rights and equal opportunity, pushing to translate the success of her team to the real world. She has become a heavily requested speaker to a wide a range of audiences, from college students to executives at Fortune 500 companies. In Forward, Abby recounts her own decisions, wins, and losses and the pivotal moments that helped her become the world-class athlete and leader she is today. Wambach's book goes beyond the soccer field to reveal a soulful person grappling with universal questions about how we can live our best lives and become our truest selves. Written with honesty and heart, Forward is an inspiring blueprint for individual growth and a rousing call to action. Members Reviews: More to offer... The story is okay...left me feeling she has so much more to offer. The message could be written more powerfully. Less anger and more hope. Great read for any athlete Incredible woman, incredible book. I'm inspired by her honesty and humility. Every athlete should read this, male or female. Champion Would you consider the audio edition of Forward to be better than the print version? Having Abby read her own story to me was amazing and far better, I expect, that simply reading her words. I felt like I was sitting down with her most of the time and participating in her memories and troubles. What was one of the most memorable moments of Forward? Hearing Abby's struggles with self and addiction was very touching and memorable. It showed how even the best of us have deep inner conflicts. Which scene was your favorite? I loved the introduction, when Abby sent us, full throttle, into her turbulent insides where she faced a loss of the one unifying element of her life - soccer - and how she would survive without it. I found myself asking (aloud), "Why can't you play in an amateur league so as to stay in the game. It wasn't until much later did I find out it's not the love of the game that keeps her going in and of itself. It spoke again to deep conflict. Did you have an extreme reaction to this book? Did it make you laugh or cry? I found myself talking back to the recording many times, as if I could communicate with the author through the audiobook. That's how intimate it felt to me. Any additional comments? I absolutely adored this book and the reading of it. Thank you Ms. Wambach. You've done a great service to all of us as well as to Women's soccer, which is probably the greatest sport the world has to offer. Thank you!!! Couldn't stop listening So raw and real. it took courage to write this. Thank you Abby for being so honest and open about your struggles. This book let's people know that everyone struggles but you can get past it. You can get back up. Damn Abby... Thank you I've followed Abby for years but never knew what lies beneath the surface until now. What a wonderful memoir and narration of the book. Anyone who's a USWNT and especially an Abby Wambach fan will love this. This book inspired me, broke my heart, contain parallels of my own life and left me feeling strange. https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/pd/Bios-Memoirs/The-Grouchy-Historian-Audiobook/B074TVXW8M Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/312/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: The Grouchy Historian Subtitle: An Old-Time Lefty Defends Our Constitution Against Right-Wing Hypocrites and Nutjobs Author: Ed. Weinberger, Ed Asner Narrator: Ed Asner Format: Unabridged Length: 8 hrs and 29 mins Language: English Release date: 10-10-17 Publisher: Simon & Schuster Audio Ratings: 4.5 of 5 out of 26 votes Genres: Bios & Memoirs, Celebrities Publisher's Summary: In the tradition of Al Franken and Michael Moore, Ed Asner - aka Lou Grant from The Mary Tyler Moore Show - reclaims the Constitution from the right-wingers who think that they and only they know how to interpret it. Ed Asner, a self-proclaimed dauntless Democrat from the old days, figured that if the right-wing wackos are wrong about voter fraud, Obama's death panels, and climate change, they are probably just as wrong about what the Constitution says. There's no way that 200-plus years later, the right-wing ideologues know how to interpret the Constitution. On their way home from Philadelphia, the people who wrote it couldn't agree on what it meant. What was the president's job? Who knew? All they knew was that the president was going to be George Washington, and as long as he was in charge, that was good enough. When Hamilton wanted to start a national bank, Madison told him that it was unconstitutional. Both men had been in the room when the Constitution was written. And now today there are politicians and judges who claim that they know the original meaning of the Constitution. Are you kidding? In The Grouchy Historian, Ed Asner leads the charge for liberals to reclaim the Constitution from the right-wingers who use it as their justification for doing whatever terrible thing they want to do, which is usually to comfort the comfortable and afflict the afflicted. It's about time someone gave them hell and explained that Progressives can read, too. biacuaduc@gmail.com (Ed. Weinberger) Tue, 10 Oct 2017 12:56:03 GMT https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/pd/Bios-Memoirs/The-Grouchy-Historian-Audiobook/B074TVXW8M thebookvoice.com 08:29:00 no Listen to full audiobooks for free on thebookvoice.com Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/312/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: The Grouchy Historian Subtitle: An Old-Time Lefty Defends Our Constitution Against Right-Wing Hypocrites and Nutjobs Author: Ed. Weinberger, Ed Asner Narrator: Ed Asner Format: Unabridged Length: 8 hrs and 29 mins Language: English Release date: 10-10-17 Publisher: Simon & Schuster Audio Ratings: 4.5 of 5 out of 26 votes Genres: Bios & Memoirs, Celebrities Publisher's Summary: In the tradition of Al Franken and Michael Moore, Ed Asner - aka Lou Grant from The Mary Tyler Moore Show - reclaims the Constitution from the right-wingers who think that they and only they know how to interpret it. Ed Asner, a self-proclaimed dauntless Democrat from the old days, figured that if the right-wing wackos are wrong about voter fraud, Obama's death panels, and climate change, they are probably just as wrong about what the Constitution says. There's no way that 200-plus years later, the right-wing ideologues know how to interpret the Constitution. On their way home from Philadelphia, the people who wrote it couldn't agree on what it meant. What was the president's job? Who knew? All they knew was that the president was going to be George Washington, and as long as he was in charge, that was good enough. When Hamilton wanted to start a national bank, Madison told him that it was unconstitutional. Both men had been in the room when the Constitution was written. And now today there are politicians and judges who claim that they know the original meaning of the Constitution. Are you kidding? In The Grouchy Historian, Ed Asner leads the charge for liberals to reclaim the Constitution from the right-wingers who use it as their justification for doing whatever terrible thing they want to do, which is usually to comfort the comfortable and afflict the afflicted. It's about time someone gave them hell and explained that Progressives can read, too. Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/312/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: The Grouchy Historian Subtitle: An Old-Time Lefty Defends Our Constitution Against Right-Wing Hypocrites and Nutjobs Author: Ed. Weinberger, Ed Asner Narrator: Ed Asner Format: Unabridged Length: 8 hrs and 29 mins Language: English Release date: 10-10-17 Publisher: Simon & Schuster Audio Ratings: 4.5 of 5 out of 26 votes Genres: Bios & Memoirs, Celebrities Publisher's Summary: In the tradition of Al Franken and Michael Moore, Ed Asner - aka Lou Grant from The Mary Tyler Moore Show - reclaims the Constitution from the right-wingers who think that they and only they know how to interpret it. Ed Asner, a self-proclaimed dauntless Democrat from the old days, figured that if the right-wing wackos are wrong about voter fraud, Obama's death panels, and climate change, they are probably just as wrong about what the Constitution says. There's no way that 200-plus years later, the right-wing ideologues know how to interpret the Constitution. On their way home from Philadelphia, the people who wrote it couldn't agree on what it meant. What was the president's job? Who knew? All they knew was that the president was going to be George Washington, and as long as he was in charge, that was good enough. When Hamilton wanted to start a national bank, Madison told him that it was unconstitutional. Both men had been in the room when the Constitution was written. And now today there are politicians and judges who claim that they know the original meaning of the Constitution. Are you kidding? In The Grouchy Historian, Ed Asner leads the charge for liberals to reclaim the Constitution from the right-wingers who use it as their justification for doing whatever terrible thing they want to do, which is usually to comfort the comfortable and afflict the afflicted. It's about time someone gave them hell and explained that Progressives can read, too. Members Reviews: History isn't always the way people think it is. Hearing about how the Constitution was actually framed and the reasons the framers did what they did is a real eye-opener. Entertaining and Edifying Some parts dragged (like Melville describing different whale blubbers), but spot on for the most part. And the snark was apropos after years of milk toast responses from pinky-raising Democrats. Yes!!!! Loved it. Great kick ass read. Makes me proud to be an American. This kinda American!!! I do read a lot of history but I do not often have as much fun when reading history as I did while reading this historical account. https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/pd/Bios-Memoirs/Keep-Moving-Audiobook/B01604GAUI Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/312/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: Keep Moving Subtitle: And Other Tips and Truths About Aging Author: Dick Van Dyke Narrator: Dick Van Dyke Format: Unabridged Length: 5 hrs and 20 mins Language: English Release date: 10-13-15 Publisher: Blackstone Audio, Inc. Ratings: 4.5 of 5 out of 1474 votes Genres: Bios & Memoirs, Celebrities Publisher's Summary: In this entertaining and inspirational memoir, Hollywood legend Dick Van Dyke shares his secret to staying resilient in old age. Beloved Hollywood icon Dick Van Dyke will celebrate his 90th birthday in December 2015. He's an established legend, having starred in Mary Poppins, Chitty Chitty Bang Bang, and The Dick Van Dyke Show. And yet he's still keeping himself busy, entertaining America on television, in movies, on the stage, and on social media. Everyone wonders, "How does he do it?" For the first time, Van Dyke shares his secrets and tips on old age - just keep moving. With a fun and folksy way of addressing its audience, Keep Moving serves as an instruction audiobook on how to embrace old age with a positive attitude. The chapters are filled with exclusive personal anecdotes that explore various themes on aging: how to adapt to the physical and social changes, deal with loss of friends and loved ones, stay current, fall in love again, and "keep moving" every day like there's no tomorrow. biacuaduc@gmail.com (Dick Van Dyke) Tue, 13 Oct 2015 17:18:01 GMT https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/pd/Bios-Memoirs/Keep-Moving-Audiobook/B01604GAUI thebookvoice.com 05:20:00 no Listen to full audiobooks for free on thebookvoice.com Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/312/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: Keep Moving Subtitle: And Other Tips and Truths About Aging Author: Dick Van Dyke Narrator: Dick Van Dyke Format: Unabridged Length: 5 hrs and 20 mins Language: English Release date: 10-13-15 Publisher: Blackstone Audio, Inc. Ratings: 4.5 of 5 out of 1474 votes Genres: Bios & Memoirs, Celebrities Publisher's Summary: In this entertaining and inspirational memoir, Hollywood legend Dick Van Dyke shares his secret to staying resilient in old age. Beloved Hollywood icon Dick Van Dyke will celebrate his 90th birthday in December 2015. He's an established legend, having starred in Mary Poppins, Chitty Chitty Bang Bang, and The Dick Van Dyke Show. And yet he's still keeping himself busy, entertaining America on television, in movies, on the stage, and on social media. Everyone wonders, "How does he do it?" For the first time, Van Dyke shares his secrets and tips on old age - just keep moving. With a fun and folksy way of addressing its audience, Keep Moving serves as an instruction audiobook on how to embrace old age with a positive attitude. The chapters are filled with exclusive personal anecdotes that explore various themes on aging: how to adapt to the physical and social changes, deal with loss of friends and loved ones, stay current, fall in love again, and "keep moving" every day like there's no tomorrow. Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/312/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: Keep Moving Subtitle: And Other Tips and Truths About Aging Author: Dick Van Dyke Narrator: Dick Van Dyke Format: Unabridged Length: 5 hrs and 20 mins Language: English Release date: 10-13-15 Publisher: Blackstone Audio, Inc. Ratings: 4.5 of 5 out of 1474 votes Genres: Bios & Memoirs, Celebrities Publisher's Summary: In this entertaining and inspirational memoir, Hollywood legend Dick Van Dyke shares his secret to staying resilient in old age. Beloved Hollywood icon Dick Van Dyke will celebrate his 90th birthday in December 2015. He's an established legend, having starred in Mary Poppins, Chitty Chitty Bang Bang, and The Dick Van Dyke Show. And yet he's still keeping himself busy, entertaining America on television, in movies, on the stage, and on social media. Everyone wonders, "How does he do it?" For the first time, Van Dyke shares his secrets and tips on old age - just keep moving. With a fun and folksy way of addressing its audience, Keep Moving serves as an instruction audiobook on how to embrace old age with a positive attitude. The chapters are filled with exclusive personal anecdotes that explore various themes on aging: how to adapt to the physical and social changes, deal with loss of friends and loved ones, stay current, fall in love again, and "keep moving" every day like there's no tomorrow. Members Reviews: I didn't want it to end Would you recommend this audiobook to a friend? If so, why? Yes! Enjoyable story, positive information on aging, and typical Dick Van Dyke class. What did you like best about this story? Listening to Dick Van Dyke's stories. I smiled, I chuckled, and I laughed out loud. If you were to make a film of this book, what would the tag line be? A life lived well. Any additional comments? At first his voice is a little difficult because it has that aged roughness to it, but that went by the wayside quickly and it was all just Dick Van Dyke. Memorable. Fantastic I was inspired and moved. What a man. So likable. So talented. So down to earth. And such a kick in the pants to me to 'keep MOVING!!' I recommend this book to all baby boomers! Very well done! I really enjoyed this book narrated by the author Dick Van Dyke. A good reminder for any age Living with neurosarcoidosis, some days I feel 80 instead of 40, I found the book a nice pick me up on how some changes can be faced. A real gem, it'll be time well spent to take this in. I always enjoyed Dick van Dyke's movies & work and I found this book to be just terrific! I liked learning about his life. I appreciated the candor & honesty of his stories, and as a personal trainer I completely agree that to 'keep moving' is the best message of all. This book is full of wonderful nuggets and our world would be a better place if we all adhered to his suggestions. https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/pd/Bios-Memoirs/Trump-Revealed-Audiobook/B01JMB97DS Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/312/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: Trump Revealed Subtitle: An American Journey of Ambition, Ego, Money, and Power Author: Michael Kranish, Marc Fisher Narrator: Campbell Scott Format: Unabridged Length: 15 hrs and 3 mins Language: English Release date: 08-23-16 Publisher: Simon & Schuster Audio Ratings: 4.5 of 5 out of 542 votes Genres: Bios & Memoirs, Celebrities Publisher's Summary: A comprehensive biography of Donald Trump, the Republican front runner in the presidential election campaign. Trump Revealed is reported by a team of award-winning Washington Post journalists and coauthored by investigative political reporter Michael Kranish and senior editor Marc Fisher. Trump Revealed offers the most thorough and wide-ranging examination of Donald Trump's public and private lives to date, from his upbringing in Queens and formative years at the New York Military Academy to his turbulent careers in real estate and entertainment to his astonishing rise as the front-runner for the Republican presidential nomination. The book is based on the investigative reporting of more than two dozen Post reporters and researchers who leverage their expertise in politics, business, legal affairs, sports, and other areas. The effort is guided by a team of editors headed by executive editor Martin Baron, who joined the newspaper in 2013 after his successful tenure running The Boston Globe, which included the Spotlight team's investigation of sexual abuse in the Catholic Church. biacuaduc@gmail.com (Michael Kranish) Tue, 23 Aug 2016 20:24:46 GMT https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/pd/Bios-Memoirs/Trump-Revealed-Audiobook/B01JMB97DS thebookvoice.com 15:03:00 no Listen to full audiobooks for free on thebookvoice.com Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/312/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: Trump Revealed Subtitle: An American Journey of Ambition, Ego, Money, and Power Author: Michael Kranish, Marc Fisher Narrator: Campbell Scott Format: Unabridged Length: 15 hrs and 3 mins Language: English Release date: 08-23-16 Publisher: Simon & Schuster Audio Ratings: 4.5 of 5 out of 542 votes Genres: Bios & Memoirs, Celebrities Publisher's Summary: A comprehensive biography of Donald Trump, the Republican front runner in the presidential election campaign. Trump Revealed is reported by a team of award-winning Washington Post journalists and coauthored by investigative political reporter Michael Kranish and senior editor Marc Fisher. Trump Revealed offers the most thorough and wide-ranging examination of Donald Trump's public and private lives to date, from his upbringing in Queens and formative years at the New York Military Academy to his turbulent careers in real estate and entertainment to his astonishing rise as the front-runner for the Republican presidential nomination. The book is based on the investigative reporting of more than two dozen Post reporters and researchers who leverage their expertise in politics, business, legal affairs, sports, and other areas. The effort is guided by a team of editors headed by executive editor Martin Baron, who joined the newspaper in 2013 after his successful tenure running The Boston Globe, which included the Spotlight team's investigation of sexual abuse in the Catholic Church. Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/312/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: Trump Revealed Subtitle: An American Journey of Ambition, Ego, Money, and Power Author: Michael Kranish, Marc Fisher Narrator: Campbell Scott Format: Unabridged Length: 15 hrs and 3 mins Language: English Release date: 08-23-16 Publisher: Simon & Schuster Audio Ratings: 4.5 of 5 out of 542 votes Genres: Bios & Memoirs, Celebrities Publisher's Summary: A comprehensive biography of Donald Trump, the Republican front runner in the presidential election campaign. Trump Revealed is reported by a team of award-winning Washington Post journalists and coauthored by investigative political reporter Michael Kranish and senior editor Marc Fisher. Trump Revealed offers the most thorough and wide-ranging examination of Donald Trump's public and private lives to date, from his upbringing in Queens and formative years at the New York Military Academy to his turbulent careers in real estate and entertainment to his astonishing rise as the front-runner for the Republican presidential nomination. The book is based on the investigative reporting of more than two dozen Post reporters and researchers who leverage their expertise in politics, business, legal affairs, sports, and other areas. The effort is guided by a team of editors headed by executive editor Martin Baron, who joined the newspaper in 2013 after his successful tenure running The Boston Globe, which included the Spotlight team's investigation of sexual abuse in the Catholic Church. Members Reviews: Riveting book that will polarize readers You forget you're reading about a presidential candidate. This book reads like an engrossing biography of a business mogul in the vein of Rockefeller or Jobs. Men who embodied the American archetype of the maverick entrepreneur. Complicated men with difficult personalities and big ambitions. But the comparison ends there. A group of Washington Post reporters assembled this book in record time. And unlike another reviewer, I marveled at how seamlessly the pieces fit together--except where the chronology backtracks to follow some new thread of inquiry. This book is going to polarize readers. If you like Trump, you will find the candidate's family history, business deals and branding savvy informative. But you'll flinch at the way the authors' choose to tell the stories of Trump's life, which are on the whole unflattering. Still, those readers opposed to candidate Trump might be surprised (or not) that these reporters from a decidedly liberal-leaning newspaper have reined in their narrative. Unlike what is turning out to be the usual run of anti-Trump and anti-Hillary Clinton books, this biography doesn't call out what the authors' perceive as Trump's character flaws in ALL CAPS and exclamation points. The reporters haven woven an absorbing biography. The preface places Trump in the months leading up to his candidacy. Chapter one offers standard biography fare, with backstories on the grandparents and parents. Father Fred Trump's real estate dealings and allegations of racist rental policies are teased out. There are stories of Trump as a pranksterish youth and as a young man of means desperate to throw off his father's business and set off on his own terms. Trump comes off as a supremely confident and monomaniacal figure obsessed with deal making (big surprise there), real estate and himself. The Marla Maples affair gets ink. https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/pd/Bios-Memoirs/Lucy-and-Desi-Audiobook/B01N5FE2B2 Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/312/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: Lucy and Desi Subtitle: The Legendary Love Story of Television's Most Famous Couple Author: Warren G. Harris Narrator: Jim Frangione Format: Unabridged Length: 14 hrs and 2 mins Language: English Release date: 12-16-16 Publisher: Graymalkin Media Ratings: 4.5 of 5 out of 225 votes Genres: Bios & Memoirs, Celebrities Publisher's Summary: After eight years on the air, Desi Arnaz did not love Lucy any more. On screen, they were dynamite, a comedy pairing more successful than any Hollywood had ever produced. But when the cameras stopped rolling, they fought, screamed and threatened each other more each season. Finally, an argument in Desi's production office turned violent. Lucy hurled a cocktail glass past his head, and Desi demanded a divorce. He moved out that night. After nearly 20 years, America's favorite couple was finished. When they first got married, no one in Hollywood thought it would last six months. Lucille Ball's acting career was on the skids, and Arnaz was just another Cuban bandleader. But together, their irresistible chemistry produced one of the greatest television empires of all time, and a love story as passionate as it was explosive. biacuaduc@gmail.com (Warren G. Harris) Fri, 16 Dec 2016 14:07:42 GMT https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/pd/Bios-Memoirs/Lucy-and-Desi-Audiobook/B01N5FE2B2 thebookvoice.com 14:02:00 no Listen to full audiobooks for free on thebookvoice.com Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/312/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: Lucy and Desi Subtitle: The Legendary Love Story of Television's Most Famous Couple Author: Warren G. Harris Narrator: Jim Frangione Format: Unabridged Length: 14 hrs and 2 mins Language: English Release date: 12-16-16 Publisher: Graymalkin Media Ratings: 4.5 of 5 out of 225 votes Genres: Bios & Memoirs, Celebrities Publisher's Summary: After eight years on the air, Desi Arnaz did not love Lucy any more. On screen, they were dynamite, a comedy pairing more successful than any Hollywood had ever produced. But when the cameras stopped rolling, they fought, screamed and threatened each other more each season. Finally, an argument in Desi's production office turned violent. Lucy hurled a cocktail glass past his head, and Desi demanded a divorce. He moved out that night. After nearly 20 years, America's favorite couple was finished. When they first got married, no one in Hollywood thought it would last six months. Lucille Ball's acting career was on the skids, and Arnaz was just another Cuban bandleader. But together, their irresistible chemistry produced one of the greatest television empires of all time, and a love story as passionate as it was explosive. Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/312/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: Lucy and Desi Subtitle: The Legendary Love Story of Television's Most Famous Couple Author: Warren G. Harris Narrator: Jim Frangione Format: Unabridged Length: 14 hrs and 2 mins Language: English Release date: 12-16-16 Publisher: Graymalkin Media Ratings: 4.5 of 5 out of 225 votes Genres: Bios & Memoirs, Celebrities Publisher's Summary: After eight years on the air, Desi Arnaz did not love Lucy any more. On screen, they were dynamite, a comedy pairing more successful than any Hollywood had ever produced. But when the cameras stopped rolling, they fought, screamed and threatened each other more each season. Finally, an argument in Desi's production office turned violent. Lucy hurled a cocktail glass past his head, and Desi demanded a divorce. He moved out that night. After nearly 20 years, America's favorite couple was finished. When they first got married, no one in Hollywood thought it would last six months. Lucille Ball's acting career was on the skids, and Arnaz was just another Cuban bandleader. But together, their irresistible chemistry produced one of the greatest television empires of all time, and a love story as passionate as it was explosive. Members Reviews: loved it!!! As a huge I love Lucy fan , I learned a lot of both Lucille Ball's and Desi Arnaz lives that I would never imagine. I will always be a Lucille Ball fan Have always loved Lucy What made the experience of listening to Lucy and Desi the most enjoyable? I have always been a huge fan of the show and they in someways remind me of my parents. So I love learning about there history there ups and downs and how they made life work for them selfs. I love learning about the show and the fact that back then work was work u didn't need to like one another but u needed to make it work. Who was your favorite character and why? Lucy hands down Which character as performed by Jim Frangione was your favorite? Lucy and I loved learning more about Vivian Did you have an extreme reaction to this book? Did it make you laugh or cry? Oh ye many times I could feel there pain as well as there love Any additional comments? There is such a rich history with this iconic couple and I feel even after all these years we will never know the true depths of there connection what they truly met to one another. I love Lucy and Desi too! What did you love best about Lucy and Desi? I own every episode of the original I Love Lucy show, along with its follow up specials. I've read several biographies of Lucille Ball. This one is my favorite because it gives a decent amount of attention to Desi Arnaz's story. The book is well written, nicely paced to hold a reader's interest, and contains info I hadn't found in the previous Lucy biographies of my collection. I listened to this book at every opportunity over the course of a few days. I regretted it when the book came to its ending. I wanted the story to go on and on. Who was your favorite character and why? Sorry, Desi, but Lucy still comes out on top. She was fabulous. I've seen a few of the old Hollywood B movies in which Lucille Ball appeared. She was gorgeous, funny, smart and a good actress, too. I don't understand why her movie career didn't take off like a rocket back in the day. But if it had, it's likely we would never have enjoyed The Lucy Show, Desilu, Star Trek, The Untouchables and so many other TV classics. https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/pd/Bios-Memoirs/Edward-III-Audiobook/B01H0RZG4A Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/312/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: Edward III Subtitle: The Perfect King Author: Ian Mortimer Narrator: Alex Wyndham Format: Unabridged Length: 19 hrs and 31 mins Language: English Release date: 06-14-16 Publisher: Tantor Audio Ratings: 4.5 of 5 out of 79 votes Genres: Bios & Memoirs, Celebrities Publisher's Summary: Holding power for over 50 years starting in 1327, Edward III was one of England's most influential kings and one who shaped the course of English history. Revered as one of the country's most illustrious leaders for centuries, he was also a usurper and a warmonger who ordered his uncle beheaded. A brutal man, to be sure, but also a brilliant one. Noted historian Ian Mortimer offers us the first comprehensive look at the life of Edward III. The Perfect King was often the instigator of his own drama but also overthrew tyrannous guardians as a teenager and ushered in a period of chivalric ideals. Mortimer traces how Edward's reforms made feudal England a thriving, sophisticated country and one of Europe's major military powers. Ideal for anyone fascinated by medieval history, this book provides new insight into Edward III's lasting influence on the justice system, artistic traditions, language, and architecture of the country. Critic Reviews: "[This book] deserves to be widely read." (Sunday Times) biacuaduc@gmail.com (Ian Mortimer) Tue, 14 Jun 2016 04:11:34 GMT https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/pd/Bios-Memoirs/Edward-III-Audiobook/B01H0RZG4A thebookvoice.com 19:31:00 no Listen to full audiobooks for free on thebookvoice.com Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/312/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: Edward III Subtitle: The Perfect King Author: Ian Mortimer Narrator: Alex Wyndham Format: Unabridged Length: 19 hrs and 31 mins Language: English Release date: 06-14-16 Publisher: Tantor Audio Ratings: 4.5 of 5 out of 79 votes Genres: Bios & Memoirs, Celebrities Publisher's Summary: Holding power for over 50 years starting in 1327, Edward III was one of England's most influential kings and one who shaped the course of English history. Revered as one of the country's most illustrious leaders for centuries, he was also a usurper and a warmonger who ordered his uncle beheaded. A brutal man, to be sure, but also a brilliant one. Noted historian Ian Mortimer offers us the first comprehensive look at the life of Edward III. The Perfect King was often the instigator of his own drama but also overthrew tyrannous guardians as a teenager and ushered in a period of chivalric ideals. Mortimer traces how Edward's reforms made feudal England a thriving, sophisticated country and one of Europe's major military powers. Ideal for anyone fascinated by medieval history, this book provides new insight into Edward III's lasting influence on the justice system, artistic traditions, language, and architecture of the country. Critic Reviews: "[This book] deserves to be widely read." (Sunday Times) Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/312/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: Edward III Subtitle: The Perfect King Author: Ian Mortimer Narrator: Alex Wyndham Format: Unabridged Length: 19 hrs and 31 mins Language: English Release date: 06-14-16 Publisher: Tantor Audio Ratings: 4.5 of 5 out of 79 votes Genres: Bios & Memoirs, Celebrities Publisher's Summary: Holding power for over 50 years starting in 1327, Edward III was one of England's most influential kings and one who shaped the course of English history. Revered as one of the country's most illustrious leaders for centuries, he was also a usurper and a warmonger who ordered his uncle beheaded. A brutal man, to be sure, but also a brilliant one. Noted historian Ian Mortimer offers us the first comprehensive look at the life of Edward III. The Perfect King was often the instigator of his own drama but also overthrew tyrannous guardians as a teenager and ushered in a period of chivalric ideals. Mortimer traces how Edward's reforms made feudal England a thriving, sophisticated country and one of Europe's major military powers. Ideal for anyone fascinated by medieval history, this book provides new insight into Edward III's lasting influence on the justice system, artistic traditions, language, and architecture of the country. Critic Reviews: "[This book] deserves to be widely read." (Sunday Times) Members Reviews: Fantastic biography This is a great biography of Edward III. The author does a fantastic job of exploring the 14th century king. The book is presented in chronological order, but when circumstances demand it he explores topics in depth and offers his own analysis. The end of the book seems a little rushed, as though the author was really only interested in Edward III through age 50 or so. I was previously only familiar with Ian Mortimer from his Time travelers book. Edward III: The Perfect King, is much more academic in nature. He spends a lot of time discussing Edward II and his research into his alleged death. It is very interesting and I plan to dig into Ian's book on Roger Mortimer where he spends more time presenting the information. Alex Wyndham does a solid job with difficult material with good pace. Great book about Edward III If you could sum up Edward III in three words, what would they be? Brilliant Enlightening Enthralling What was one of the most memorable moments of Edward III? When Edward III took matters into his own hands and took his Kingdom back. What about Alex Wyndhams performance did you like? I love this mans voice. He could read to me about why dirt is brown and I'd listen Did you have an extreme reaction to this book? Did it make you laugh or cry? Not really... It was sad to see Edward transition from the strong, clever king to a feeble old man. Any additional comments? This is my first time having the pleasure of enjoying Mr. Mortimer.I was immediately enthralled by his story of the illustrious Edward III. I've always liked Edward III and had a soft spot for him due to the wrongs dealt to him by Roger and Isabella. However, his stock went up in my book after listening to this book. He was everything a medieval king should be; clever, charismatic, ruthless and a strong leader on and off the field. Mr. Mortimer also made me think about Edward II and if he truly died when history said he did. My mind was made up; he died, I'm not sure what killed him but he died when they said he did. After listening to his very CONVINCING arguments (especially those about what Mortimer gained by lying about Edward the II death and the implications to Edward III), I have a lot to think about and research. I really enjoyed the fresh perspective on Edward III, Edward II mysterious death and the politics of the time period. https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/pd/Bios-Memoirs/Blessed-Life-Audiobook/B076JLHRMX Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/312/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: Blessed Life Subtitle: My Surprising Journey of Joy, Tears, and Tales from Harlem to Hollywood Author: Kim Fields, Todd Gold - featuring Narrator: Kim Fields Format: Unabridged Length: 7 hrs and 43 mins Language: English Release date: 11-14-17 Publisher: Hachette Audio Ratings: 4.5 of 5 out of 18 votes Genres: Bios & Memoirs, Celebrities Publisher's Summary: From Facts of Life to Living Single to Dancing with the Stars to wife and mom, here's the Blessed Life of Kim Fields, veteran actress, TV personality, and star. Kim Fields has lived most of her life with people thinking they know her, which is understandable. From her first job on a Mrs. Butterworth syrup commercial at age seven, she has spent 40 years in the public eye. There were nine years as Dorothy "Tootie" Ramsey on the classic sitcom The Facts of Life, five more in her 20s starring as Regine Hunter on the seminal coming-of-age show Living Single, and most recently appearing as herself on Real Housewives of Atlanta and Dancing with the Stars. Behind the camera, she has directed episodes of Kenan & Kel, Tyler Perry's Meet the Browns and House of Payne, and BET's Let's Stay Together. Between gigs, the pop culture icon's life has included theater, spoken word, music, speaking engagements, and simply being present to the point that she cannot go a day without someone stopping her to say, "When I was a kid, I wanted to be Tootie" or "You were my role model". Flattered and blessed, after four decades in the business, Kim finally understands the role she has played onscreen and off as a successful, outspoken African American woman. However, for as much as she's been in the public eye, people have really never known her the way they think they have, and that's because she herself spent most of her life figuring herself out. Now, at age 48, she is ready to set the record straight. She says, "It's not that I've been misunderstood. It's that I finally feel like I understand me enough to tell the life story that I've been asked to write for years." It will be a chronicle of living, learning, and keen moments of self-discovery as she's journeyed through the many facets and chapters of life. Fields found faith at age 14 and has found God to be right there every step of the way since then. biacuaduc@gmail.com (Kim Fields) Tue, 14 Nov 2017 12:06:29 GMT https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/pd/Bios-Memoirs/Blessed-Life-Audiobook/B076JLHRMX thebookvoice.com 07:43:00 no Listen to full audiobooks for free on thebookvoice.com Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/312/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: Blessed Life Subtitle: My Surprising Journey of Joy, Tears, and Tales from Harlem to Hollywood Author: Kim Fields, Todd Gold - featuring Narrator: Kim Fields Format: Unabridged Length: 7 hrs and 43 mins Language: English Release date: 11-14-17 Publisher: Hachette Audio Ratings: 4.5 of 5 out of 18 votes Genres: Bios & Memoirs, Celebrities Publisher's Summary: From Facts of Life to Living Single to Dancing with the Stars to wife and mom, here's the Blessed Life of Kim Fields, veteran actress, TV personality, and star. Kim Fields has lived most of her life with people thinking they know her, which is understandable. From her first job on a Mrs. Butterworth syrup commercial at age seven, she has spent 40 years in the public eye. There were nine years as Dorothy "Tootie" Ramsey on the classic sitcom The Facts of Life, five more in her 20s starring as Regine Hunter on the seminal coming-of-age show Living Single, and most recently appearing as herself on Real Housewives of Atlanta and Dancing with the Stars. Behind the camera, she has directed episodes of Kenan & Kel, Tyler Perry's Meet the Browns and House of Payne, and BET's Let's Stay Together. Between gigs, the pop culture icon's life has included theater, spoken word, music, speaking engagements, and simply being present to the point that she cannot go a day without someone stopping her to say, "When I was a kid, I wanted to be Tootie" or "You were my role model". Flattered and blessed, after four decades in the business, Kim finally understands the role she has played onscreen and off as a successful, outspoken African American woman. However, for as much as she's been in the public eye, people have really never known her the way they think they have, and that's because she herself spent most of her life figuring herself out. Now, at age 48, she is ready to set the record straight. She says, "It's not that I've been misunderstood. It's that I finally feel like I understand me enough to tell the life story that I've been asked to write for years." It will be a chronicle of living, learning, and keen moments of self-discovery as she's journeyed through the many facets and chapters of life. Fields found faith at age 14 and has found God to be right there every step of the way since then. Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/312/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: Blessed Life Subtitle: My Surprising Journey of Joy, Tears, and Tales from Harlem to Hollywood Author: Kim Fields, Todd Gold - featuring Narrator: Kim Fields Format: Unabridged Length: 7 hrs and 43 mins Language: English Release date: 11-14-17 Publisher: Hachette Audio Ratings: 4.5 of 5 out of 18 votes Genres: Bios & Memoirs, Celebrities Publisher's Summary: From Facts of Life to Living Single to Dancing with the Stars to wife and mom, here's the Blessed Life of Kim Fields, veteran actress, TV personality, and star. Kim Fields has lived most of her life with people thinking they know her, which is understandable. From her first job on a Mrs. Butterworth syrup commercial at age seven, she has spent 40 years in the public eye. There were nine years as Dorothy "Tootie" Ramsey on the classic sitcom The Facts of Life, five more in her 20s starring as Regine Hunter on the seminal coming-of-age show Living Single, and most recently appearing as herself on Real Housewives of Atlanta and Dancing with the Stars. Behind the camera, she has directed episodes of Kenan & Kel, Tyler Perry's Meet the Browns and House of Payne, and BET's Let's Stay Together. Between gigs, the pop culture icon's life has included theater, spoken word, music, speaking engagements, and simply being present to the point that she cannot go a day without someone stopping her to say, "When I was a kid, I wanted to be Tootie" or "You were my role model". Flattered and blessed, after four decades in the business, Kim finally understands the role she has played onscreen and off as a successful, outspoken African American woman. However, for as much as she's been in the public eye, people have really never known her the way they think they have, and that's because she herself spent most of her life figuring herself out. Now, at age 48, she is ready to set the record straight. She says, "It's not that I've been misunderstood. It's that I finally feel like I understand me enough to tell the life story that I've been asked to write for years." It will be a chronicle of living, learning, and keen moments of self-discovery as she's journeyed through the many facets and chapters of life. Fields found faith at age 14 and has found God to be right there every step of the way since then. Members Reviews: I really wanted to like this... I really wanted to like this book but something about the performance rubbed me the wrong way. I could relate to the content but the delivery didnt strike me as authentic. Nearly everything about Kims voice was sing-song but I dont know anyone who recalls every event in their life - good, bad or indifferent in a musical way and I wondered if it was genuine. great listening book! loved it. i have been a Tootie fan since Mrs. Butterworth. Her reading voice makes this a captivating book! Commute now = Girls Road Trip! Kim Fields is always fun, so, of course I wanted to read the book. ...logged on to Amazon...looked it up...but, wait...audiobook is available? ...and Kim Fields reads it? Yes, please! LOL. Now...writers narrating their own audiobooks isn't always a good idea, but for Kim Fields? Yeah! THAT was fun! Whether you're interested in the book because you're a fan of Kim's work, OR you're just looking for a little fun with a boost of positivity, I can definitely recommend the book. ...and as a long-time audiobook listener, I can recommend the audiobook version even more. ...VERY well done. THUMBS UP! :-) A must read!!! This book is appropriately titled Blessed Life! I went through so many emotions reading this. https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/pd/Bios-Memoirs/Ballplayer-Audiobook/B01N2QMNZ9 Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/312/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: Ballplayer Author: Carroll Rogers Walton, Bobby Cox - foreword, Chipper Jones Narrator: Mark Deakins Format: Unabridged Length: 10 hrs and 27 mins Language: English Release date: 04-04-17 Publisher: Penguin Audio Ratings: 5 of 5 out of 205 votes Genres: Bios & Memoirs, Celebrities Publisher's Summary: Atlanta Braves third baseman Chipper Jones - one of the greatest switch-hitters in baseball history - shares his remarkable story while capturing the magic nostalgia that sets baseball apart from every other sport. Before Chipper Jones became an eight-time All-Star who amassed Hall of Fame-worthy statistics during a 19-year career with the Atlanta Braves, he was just a country kid from small-town Pierson, Florida. A kid who grew up playing baseball in the backyard with his dad, dreaming that one day he'd be a major league ballplayer. With his trademark candor and astonishing recall, Chipper Jones tells the story of his rise to the MLB ranks and what it took to stay with one organization his entire career in an era of booming free agency. His journey begins with learning the art of switch-hitting and takes off after the Braves made him the number one overall pick in the 1990 draft, setting him on course to become the linchpin of their lineup at the height of their 14-straight division-title run. Ballplayer takes listeners into the clubhouse of the Braves' extraordinary dynasty, from the climax of the World Series championship in 1995 to the last-gasp division win by the 2005 "Baby Braves", all the while sharing pitch-by-pitch dissections of clashes at the plate with some of the all-time great starters, such as Clemens and Johnson, as well as closers such as Wagner and Papelbon. He delves into his relationships with Bobby Cox and his famous Braves brothers - Maddux, Glavine, Smoltz, among them - and opponents from Cal Ripken Jr. to Barry Bonds. The National League MVP also opens up about his overnight rise to superstardom and the personal pitfalls that came with fame; his spirited rivalry with the New York Mets; his reflections on baseball in the modern era - outrageous money, steroids, and all; and his special last season in 2012. Ballplayer immerses us in the best of baseball, as if we're sitting next to Chipper in the dugout on an endless spring day. biacuaduc@gmail.com (Carroll Rogers Walton) Tue, 04 Apr 2017 08:41:45 GMT https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/pd/Bios-Memoirs/Ballplayer-Audiobook/B01N2QMNZ9 thebookvoice.com 10:27:00 no Listen to full audiobooks for free on thebookvoice.com Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/312/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: Ballplayer Author: Carroll Rogers Walton, Bobby Cox - foreword, Chipper Jones Narrator: Mark Deakins Format: Unabridged Length: 10 hrs and 27 mins Language: English Release date: 04-04-17 Publisher: Penguin Audio Ratings: 5 of 5 out of 205 votes Genres: Bios & Memoirs, Celebrities Publisher's Summary: Atlanta Braves third baseman Chipper Jones - one of the greatest switch-hitters in baseball history - shares his remarkable story while capturing the magic nostalgia that sets baseball apart from every other sport. Before Chipper Jones became an eight-time All-Star who amassed Hall of Fame-worthy statistics during a 19-year career with the Atlanta Braves, he was just a country kid from small-town Pierson, Florida. A kid who grew up playing baseball in the backyard with his dad, dreaming that one day he'd be a major league ballplayer. With his trademark candor and astonishing recall, Chipper Jones tells the story of his rise to the MLB ranks and what it took to stay with one organization his entire career in an era of booming free agency. His journey begins with learning the art of switch-hitting and takes off after the Braves made him the number one overall pick in the 1990 draft, setting him on course to become the linchpin of their lineup at the height of their 14-straight division-title run. Ballplayer takes listeners into the clubhouse of the Braves' extraordinary dynasty, from the climax of the World Series championship in 1995 to the last-gasp division win by the 2005 "Baby Braves", all the while sharing pitch-by-pitch dissections of clashes at the plate with some of the all-time great starters, such as Clemens and Johnson, as well as closers such as Wagner and Papelbon. He delves into his relationships with Bobby Cox and his famous Braves brothers - Maddux, Glavine, Smoltz, among them - and opponents from Cal Ripken Jr. to Barry Bonds. The National League MVP also opens up about his overnight rise to superstardom and the personal pitfalls that came with fame; his spirited rivalry with the New York Mets; his reflections on baseball in the modern era - outrageous money, steroids, and all; and his special last season in 2012. Ballplayer immerses us in the best of baseball, as if we're sitting next to Chipper in the dugout on an endless spring day. Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/312/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: Ballplayer Author: Carroll Rogers Walton, Bobby Cox - foreword, Chipper Jones Narrator: Mark Deakins Format: Unabridged Length: 10 hrs and 27 mins Language: English Release date: 04-04-17 Publisher: Penguin Audio Ratings: 5 of 5 out of 205 votes Genres: Bios & Memoirs, Celebrities Publisher's Summary: Atlanta Braves third baseman Chipper Jones - one of the greatest switch-hitters in baseball history - shares his remarkable story while capturing the magic nostalgia that sets baseball apart from every other sport. Before Chipper Jones became an eight-time All-Star who amassed Hall of Fame-worthy statistics during a 19-year career with the Atlanta Braves, he was just a country kid from small-town Pierson, Florida. A kid who grew up playing baseball in the backyard with his dad, dreaming that one day he'd be a major league ballplayer. With his trademark candor and astonishing recall, Chipper Jones tells the story of his rise to the MLB ranks and what it took to stay with one organization his entire career in an era of booming free agency. His journey begins with learning the art of switch-hitting and takes off after the Braves made him the number one overall pick in the 1990 draft, setting him on course to become the linchpin of their lineup at the height of their 14-straight division-title run. Ballplayer takes listeners into the clubhouse of the Braves' extraordinary dynasty, from the climax of the World Series championship in 1995 to the last-gasp division win by the 2005 "Baby Braves", all the while sharing pitch-by-pitch dissections of clashes at the plate with some of the all-time great starters, such as Clemens and Johnson, as well as closers such as Wagner and Papelbon. He delves into his relationships with Bobby Cox and his famous Braves brothers - Maddux, Glavine, Smoltz, among them - and opponents from Cal Ripken Jr. to Barry Bonds. The National League MVP also opens up about his overnight rise to superstardom and the personal pitfalls that came with fame; his spirited rivalry with the New York Mets; his reflections on baseball in the modern era - outrageous money, steroids, and all; and his special last season in 2012. Ballplayer immerses us in the best of baseball, as if we're sitting next to Chipper in the dugout on an endless spring day. Members Reviews: Affirmation Affirmation Growing up in Philadelphia, a die hard Philadelphia sports fan, it's absolutely asinine that my favorite baseball player of all time played every last game of his MLB career for the Atlanta Braves. Sacrilege really. I wore my pants high like Chipper. I wore number 10 like Chipper. I modeled my approach at the plate after Chip's right handed approach and swing. He's an absolute legend. And I thank you for giving fans like myself a glimpse into the struggles, successes, heart aches and milestones that came along with becoming one of the greatest ball players to ever toe the diamond. Can't recommend this enough. Thank you, 10. GOAT loved it, great heart, great story from the ATL GOAT. We will always remember Chipper. Fantastic! Outstanding look at one of the greats. Mark Deakins was a perfect choice as narrator, he really seemed to connect with Chipper's words. I also liked that they mixed in Chipper in the Prologue and Epilogue. His voice is recognizable to any Atlanta sports fan, so it was fitting to hear him narrate at least part of his book. Highly recommended listen. Eye opening! Eye opening to not just the player and his career but his life and the experience. Chipper is an all time great Growing up in MI and having he opportunity to watch the Braves every night on TBS describes so well my childhood. https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/pd/Bios-Memoirs/Teammate-Audiobook/B06Y16D4W7 Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/312/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: Teammate Subtitle: My Journey in Baseball and a World Series for the Ages Author: David Ross, Theo Epstein - foreword, Don Yaeger Narrator: Gregory Abbey Format: Unabridged Length: 6 hrs and 35 mins Language: English Release date: 05-09-17 Publisher: Hachette Audio Ratings: 4.5 of 5 out of 165 votes Genres: Bios & Memoirs, Celebrities Publisher's Summary: An inspiring memoir from David Ross, the veteran catcher dubbed "Grandpa Rossy", who became the heart and soul of the Chicago Cubs 2016 World Series championship team. In 2016 the Cubs snapped a 108-year curse, winning the World Series in a history-making, seven-game series against the Cleveland Indians. Of the many storylines to Chicago's fairytale season, one stood out: the late-career renaissance of David Ross, the 39-year-old catcher who had played back-up for 13 of his 15 pro seasons. Beyond Ross's remarkably strong play, he became the ultimate positive force in the Cubs locker room, mentoring and motivating his fellow players, some of them nearly 20 years his junior. Thanks to Cubs Kris Bryant and Anthony Rizzo, "Grandpa Rossy" became a social media sensation. No one, however, could have predicted that Ross's home run in his final career at-bat would help seal the Cubs' championship. Now, in Teammate, Ross shares the inspiring story of his life in baseball, framed by the events of that unforgettable November night. PLEASE NOTE: When you purchase this title, the accompanying reference material will be available in your Library section along with the audio. Critic Reviews: "After sitting and having lunch with Rossy for over an hour at the ESPN studios in fall 2014, I knew he was exactly what the Cubs needed to help bring a championship to Chicago. His knowledge of hitting, pitching and the game overall was amazing. Couple that with his obvious leadership abilities, and I knew we had to have him. Well, I guess I was right! The past two years with Rossy have been the best of my career. He truly is the best teammate I have ever had!" (Anthony Rizzo, first baseman, Chicago Cubs) biacuaduc@gmail.com (David Ross) Tue, 09 May 2017 09:15:50 GMT https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/pd/Bios-Memoirs/Teammate-Audiobook/B06Y16D4W7 thebookvoice.com 06:35:00 no Listen to full audiobooks for free on thebookvoice.com Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/312/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: Teammate Subtitle: My Journey in Baseball and a World Series for the Ages Author: David Ross, Theo Epstein - foreword, Don Yaeger Narrator: Gregory Abbey Format: Unabridged Length: 6 hrs and 35 mins Language: English Release date: 05-09-17 Publisher: Hachette Audio Ratings: 4.5 of 5 out of 165 votes Genres: Bios & Memoirs, Celebrities Publisher's Summary: An inspiring memoir from David Ross, the veteran catcher dubbed "Grandpa Rossy", who became the heart and soul of the Chicago Cubs 2016 World Series championship team. In 2016 the Cubs snapped a 108-year curse, winning the World Series in a history-making, seven-game series against the Cleveland Indians. Of the many storylines to Chicago's fairytale season, one stood out: the late-career renaissance of David Ross, the 39-year-old catcher who had played back-up for 13 of his 15 pro seasons. Beyond Ross's remarkably strong play, he became the ultimate positive force in the Cubs locker room, mentoring and motivating his fellow players, some of them nearly 20 years his junior. Thanks to Cubs Kris Bryant and Anthony Rizzo, "Grandpa Rossy" became a social media sensation. No one, however, could have predicted that Ross's home run in his final career at-bat would help seal the Cubs' championship. Now, in Teammate, Ross shares the inspiring story of his life in baseball, framed by the events of that unforgettable November night. PLEASE NOTE: When you purchase this title, the accompanying reference material will be available in your Library section along with the audio. Critic Reviews: "After sitting and having lunch with Rossy for over an hour at the ESPN studios in fall 2014, I knew he was exactly what the Cubs needed to help bring a championship to Chicago. His knowledge of hitting, pitching and the game overall was amazing. Couple that with his obvious leadership abilities, and I knew we had to have him. Well, I guess I was right! The past two years with Rossy have been the best of my career. He truly is the best teammate I have ever had!" (Anthony Rizzo, first baseman, Chicago Cubs) Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/312/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: Teammate Subtitle: My Journey in Baseball and a World Series for the Ages Author: David Ross, Theo Epstein - foreword, Don Yaeger Narrator: Gregory Abbey Format: Unabridged Length: 6 hrs and 35 mins Language: English Release date: 05-09-17 Publisher: Hachette Audio Ratings: 4.5 of 5 out of 165 votes Genres: Bios & Memoirs, Celebrities Publisher's Summary: An inspiring memoir from David Ross, the veteran catcher dubbed "Grandpa Rossy", who became the heart and soul of the Chicago Cubs 2016 World Series championship team. In 2016 the Cubs snapped a 108-year curse, winning the World Series in a history-making, seven-game series against the Cleveland Indians. Of the many storylines to Chicago's fairytale season, one stood out: the late-career renaissance of David Ross, the 39-year-old catcher who had played back-up for 13 of his 15 pro seasons. Beyond Ross's remarkably strong play, he became the ultimate positive force in the Cubs locker room, mentoring and motivating his fellow players, some of them nearly 20 years his junior. Thanks to Cubs Kris Bryant and Anthony Rizzo, "Grandpa Rossy" became a social media sensation. No one, however, could have predicted that Ross's home run in his final career at-bat would help seal the Cubs' championship. Now, in Teammate, Ross shares the inspiring story of his life in baseball, framed by the events of that unforgettable November night. PLEASE NOTE: When you purchase this title, the accompanying reference material will be available in your Library section along with the audio. Critic Reviews: "After sitting and having lunch with Rossy for over an hour at the ESPN studios in fall 2014, I knew he was exactly what the Cubs needed to help bring a championship to Chicago. His knowledge of hitting, pitching and the game overall was amazing. Couple that with his obvious leadership abilities, and I knew we had to have him. Well, I guess I was right! The past two years with Rossy have been the best of my career. He truly is the best teammate I have ever had!" (Anthony Rizzo, first baseman, Chicago Cubs) Members Reviews: Grandpa Rossy What did you like best about this story? My family is a Cubbie fan and I enjoy listening and my hubby got the printed edition. A++++++ Book, a must read Great book, I loved it. One of my favorite books behind Brian song. Got some great life lessons that i will pass on to my children. A fun, light read. As a lifelong Chicago Cubs fan, it was such a thrill watching them win the World Series in 2016. In fact it was exciting watching the team play all year round. David Ross provides some of the insider details during his two years with the Chicago Cubs and the rest of his career that led him there. I felt that the narrative was a bit jumbled and could've been put together a little better, but overall it was a very enjoyable listen. Fantastic for all baseball fans If you are a baseball fan this book is for you while Ross focuses on game 7 of the World Series in Chicago he also gives insights into his baseball career and the many places he played Great story and some valuable team insights This was really easy to listen to and is chock full of great stories from an extraordinary career. David's book brings out the intangibles of a great teammate and someone of great character. https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/pd/Bios-Memoirs/Parcells-A-Football-Life-Audiobook/B00O4F5YH6 Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/312/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: Parcells: A Football Life Author: Nunyo Demasio, Bill Parcells Narrator: Jason Culp Format: Unabridged Length: 26 hrs and 9 mins Language: English Release date: 10-28-14 Publisher: Random House Audio Ratings: 4.5 of 5 out of 160 votes Genres: Bios & Memoirs, Celebrities Publisher's Summary: Bill Parcells may be the most iconic football coach of our time. During his decades-long tenure as an NFL coach, he turned failing franchises into contenders. He led the ailing New York Giants to two Super Bowl victories, turned the New England Patriots into an NFL powerhouse, reinvigorated the New York Jets, brought the Dallas Cowboys back to life, and was most recently enshrined in the Pro Football Hall of Fame. Taking readers behind the scenes with one of the most influential and fascinating coaches the NFL has ever known, Parcells will take a look back at this coachs long, storied and influential career, offer a nuanced portrayal of the complex man behind the coach, and examine the inner workings of the NFL. biacuaduc@gmail.com (Nunyo Demasio) Tue, 28 Oct 2014 12:41:20 GMT https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/pd/Bios-Memoirs/Parcells-A-Football-Life-Audiobook/B00O4F5YH6 thebookvoice.com 26:09:00 no Listen to full audiobooks for free on thebookvoice.com Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/312/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: Parcells: A Football Life Author: Nunyo Demasio, Bill Parcells Narrator: Jason Culp Format: Unabridged Length: 26 hrs and 9 mins Language: English Release date: 10-28-14 Publisher: Random House Audio Ratings: 4.5 of 5 out of 160 votes Genres: Bios & Memoirs, Celebrities Publisher's Summary: Bill Parcells may be the most iconic football coach of our time. During his decades-long tenure as an NFL coach, he turned failing franchises into contenders. He led the ailing New York Giants to two Super Bowl victories, turned the New England Patriots into an NFL powerhouse, reinvigorated the New York Jets, brought the Dallas Cowboys back to life, and was most recently enshrined in the Pro Football Hall of Fame. Taking readers behind the scenes with one of the most influential and fascinating coaches the NFL has ever known, Parcells will take a look back at this coachs long, storied and influential career, offer a nuanced portrayal of the complex man behind the coach, and examine the inner workings of the NFL. Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/312/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: Parcells: A Football Life Author: Nunyo Demasio, Bill Parcells Narrator: Jason Culp Format: Unabridged Length: 26 hrs and 9 mins Language: English Release date: 10-28-14 Publisher: Random House Audio Ratings: 4.5 of 5 out of 160 votes Genres: Bios & Memoirs, Celebrities Publisher's Summary: Bill Parcells may be the most iconic football coach of our time. During his decades-long tenure as an NFL coach, he turned failing franchises into contenders. He led the ailing New York Giants to two Super Bowl victories, turned the New England Patriots into an NFL powerhouse, reinvigorated the New York Jets, brought the Dallas Cowboys back to life, and was most recently enshrined in the Pro Football Hall of Fame. Taking readers behind the scenes with one of the most influential and fascinating coaches the NFL has ever known, Parcells will take a look back at this coachs long, storied and influential career, offer a nuanced portrayal of the complex man behind the coach, and examine the inner workings of the NFL. Members Reviews: A true legend Having the privilege of following coach Parcells career, I thoroughly enjoyed this behind the scenes look at this true NFL Legend . Excellent football book One of my favorite coaches Great behind the scenes information I hated for the book to end Can't say he missed anything If you could sum up Parcells: A Football Life in three words, what would they be? If you are a Giants fan, this is a book you have to read (or listen to). I was surprised he didn't talk more about football being his narcotic. Good story by a great football mind. What was one of the most memorable moments of Parcells: A Football Life? His leaving the Giants. Wish he focused more on the disaster of the Ray Handley era. Never realized he wanted to return. What three words best describe Jason Culps performance? He was good- i got a kick out of him imitating Parcels. I wish I heard some of his actual voice (Parcels that is) great bio great book about motivation and leadership from one of the best coaches of all time! They don't make em like the "Big Tuna" anymore!!! Any additional comments? As football biographies go, this was one of the best,next to Favre and Namath...I had forgotten so much of Bill's success and hadn't a clue about his heritage or family background. This book also reveals the very human and insecure side of Bill. And most of all it's amazing to see how much "life" legacy he left with all the lives he made a positive difference in. This is what counts most of all, and we're still all reaping the rewards of his legacy today....Enjoy the ride!!! https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/pd/Bios-Memoirs/Golden-Audiobook/B06XCNMJQN Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/312/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: Golden Subtitle: The Miraculous Rise of Steph Curry Author: Marcus Thompson Narrator: Caz Harleaux Format: Unabridged Length: 7 hrs and 34 mins Language: English Release date: 04-11-17 Publisher: Simon & Schuster Audio Ratings: 4.5 of 5 out of 123 votes Genres: Bios & Memoirs, Celebrities Publisher's Summary: The incredible and inspiring story of Stephen Curry, the greatest shooter basketball has ever seen, and the ascension of the Golden State Warriors, a team on the verge of being an NBA dynasty, by longtime Warriors beat reporter and Bay Area News Group sports columnist Marcus Thompson. When it comes to Stephen Curry - point guard for the Golden State Warriors and reigning MVP of the NBA - journalists, fans, and sports analysts are running out of ways to say "wow". Deemed too small and too short at 6'3" and 180 pounds by NBA coaches around the league, Curry has taken the game back from the bigger men who usually dominate the court. With his incredible shooting ability that started a "three-point revolution", he led the Warriors to 73 wins in the 2015-2016 season, beating out Michael Jordan and the 1996 Chicago Bulls' longtime record. biacuaduc@gmail.com (Marcus Thompson) Tue, 11 Apr 2017 00:27:38 GMT https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/pd/Bios-Memoirs/Golden-Audiobook/B06XCNMJQN thebookvoice.com 07:34:00 no Listen to full audiobooks for free on thebookvoice.com Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/312/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: Golden Subtitle: The Miraculous Rise of Steph Curry Author: Marcus Thompson Narrator: Caz Harleaux Format: Unabridged Length: 7 hrs and 34 mins Language: English Release date: 04-11-17 Publisher: Simon & Schuster Audio Ratings: 4.5 of 5 out of 123 votes Genres: Bios & Memoirs, Celebrities Publisher's Summary: The incredible and inspiring story of Stephen Curry, the greatest shooter basketball has ever seen, and the ascension of the Golden State Warriors, a team on the verge of being an NBA dynasty, by longtime Warriors beat reporter and Bay Area News Group sports columnist Marcus Thompson. When it comes to Stephen Curry - point guard for the Golden State Warriors and reigning MVP of the NBA - journalists, fans, and sports analysts are running out of ways to say "wow". Deemed too small and too short at 6'3" and 180 pounds by NBA coaches around the league, Curry has taken the game back from the bigger men who usually dominate the court. With his incredible shooting ability that started a "three-point revolution", he led the Warriors to 73 wins in the 2015-2016 season, beating out Michael Jordan and the 1996 Chicago Bulls' longtime record. Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/312/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: Golden Subtitle: The Miraculous Rise of Steph Curry Author: Marcus Thompson Narrator: Caz Harleaux Format: Unabridged Length: 7 hrs and 34 mins Language: English Release date: 04-11-17 Publisher: Simon & Schuster Audio Ratings: 4.5 of 5 out of 123 votes Genres: Bios & Memoirs, Celebrities Publisher's Summary: The incredible and inspiring story of Stephen Curry, the greatest shooter basketball has ever seen, and the ascension of the Golden State Warriors, a team on the verge of being an NBA dynasty, by longtime Warriors beat reporter and Bay Area News Group sports columnist Marcus Thompson. When it comes to Stephen Curry - point guard for the Golden State Warriors and reigning MVP of the NBA - journalists, fans, and sports analysts are running out of ways to say "wow". Deemed too small and too short at 6'3" and 180 pounds by NBA coaches around the league, Curry has taken the game back from the bigger men who usually dominate the court. With his incredible shooting ability that started a "three-point revolution", he led the Warriors to 73 wins in the 2015-2016 season, beating out Michael Jordan and the 1996 Chicago Bulls' longtime record. Members Reviews: Eh... Any additional comments? Very, very corny at times. Almost to the point that it's like a children's book. The narrator is perfect for this kind of book, but it didn't really live up to my expectations. I was thinking there would be more in depth stories on who Steph is as a person and whatnot. It was more of a breakdown of his games and what was going on in more detail. It also skipped all over the place. It goes from a playoff game to his childhood, to another playoff game, to meeting his wife. Could've been better, but it definitely wasn't terrible and I did learn a lot about Steph in general, but I didn't know an insane amount about him to begin with. So use that information as you please. Amazing!!! This was my first time listening to a book being read instead of reading it myself (which I still might do) I really enjoyed listening to this book learning about the upbringing of Steph. Learning about his relationship with the church and his mother really shows you why Curry is the man he appears to be. My one minor knock on the book was it seemed at times repetitive. As if Marcus wrote each chapter to be its own stand alone article for ESPN or some other sports news outlet. Each time needing to reintroduces to Currys amazing exploits. I did not mind this at all, just something I noticed. I would give 10 stars if I could though fantastic!!! recommend for Dubs and Curry fans offers lots of insights into what makes the Dubs and Curry go...a good fan read or hear Great Story, Great Narration For every #DubNation fan out there, this book won't teach you many new things about Curry, but it will make you appreciate his greatness even more. Marcus Thompson is a legend, and his book did not disappoint. Just OK I like Marcus Thompson and love Steph Curry. So I had no trouble getting through it. But the writing is kinda scattered and unorganized and the narration was not very lively. I think it would have been much better if Marcus narrated it himself. https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/pd/Bios-Memoirs/Yes-Audiobook/B0114478D2 Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/312/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: Yes! Subtitle: My Improbable Journey to the Main Event of WrestleMania Author: Daniel Bryan, Craig Tello Narrator: Daniel Bryan, Peter Berkrot Format: Unabridged Length: 9 hrs and 8 mins Language: English Release date: 07-21-15 Publisher: Macmillan Audio Ratings: 4.5 of 5 out of 703 votes Genres: Bios & Memoirs, Celebrities Publisher's Summary: One of WWE's most unlikely champions of all time and also one of its most popular, Bryan has proved to the world and to all of WWE that looks can be deceiving. Just ask anyone who's ever underestimated himright before he went out and whipped the WWE universe into a frenzy. This is Bryan's behind-the-scenes story told for the first time ever by the "YES!" Man himself from his beginnings as a child wanting to wrestle to his ten years circling the globe on the independent circuit and his remarkable climb to the upper ranks of WWE. As the biggest week of his life unfolds, Aberdeen, Washington's bearded son reflects in full detail on his incredible path to the top and gives his take on the events that have shaped him. With his Bryan-ized blend of modesty and surprising candor, Daniel pulls no punches (or martial arts kicks) as he reveals his true thoughts on his evolution as a performer, his various roles in WWE versus the independent years, life on the road, at home, and much more. And of course, get the untold story surrounding the "YES!" chant that evolved to full-fledged movement, skyrocketing his career. This audiobook chronicles all the hard work, values, influences, unique life choices, and more, leading to his watershed week at WrestleMania 30. You won't want to miss it. Yes! We're sure about this. biacuaduc@gmail.com (Daniel Bryan) Tue, 21 Jul 2015 02:10:33 GMT https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/pd/Bios-Memoirs/Yes-Audiobook/B0114478D2 thebookvoice.com 09:08:00 no Listen to full audiobooks for free on thebookvoice.com Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/312/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: Yes! Subtitle: My Improbable Journey to the Main Event of WrestleMania Author: Daniel Bryan, Craig Tello Narrator: Daniel Bryan, Peter Berkrot Format: Unabridged Length: 9 hrs and 8 mins Language: English Release date: 07-21-15 Publisher: Macmillan Audio Ratings: 4.5 of 5 out of 703 votes Genres: Bios & Memoirs, Celebrities Publisher's Summary: One of WWE's most unlikely champions of all time and also one of its most popular, Bryan has proved to the world and to all of WWE that looks can be deceiving. Just ask anyone who's ever underestimated himright before he went out and whipped the WWE universe into a frenzy. This is Bryan's behind-the-scenes story told for the first time ever by the "YES!" Man himself from his beginnings as a child wanting to wrestle to his ten years circling the globe on the independent circuit and his remarkable climb to the upper ranks of WWE. As the biggest week of his life unfolds, Aberdeen, Washington's bearded son reflects in full detail on his incredible path to the top and gives his take on the events that have shaped him. With his Bryan-ized blend of modesty and surprising candor, Daniel pulls no punches (or martial arts kicks) as he reveals his true thoughts on his evolution as a performer, his various roles in WWE versus the independent years, life on the road, at home, and much more. And of course, get the untold story surrounding the "YES!" chant that evolved to full-fledged movement, skyrocketing his career. This audiobook chronicles all the hard work, values, influences, unique life choices, and more, leading to his watershed week at WrestleMania 30. You won't want to miss it. Yes! We're sure about this. Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/312/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: Yes! Subtitle: My Improbable Journey to the Main Event of WrestleMania Author: Daniel Bryan, Craig Tello Narrator: Daniel Bryan, Peter Berkrot Format: Unabridged Length: 9 hrs and 8 mins Language: English Release date: 07-21-15 Publisher: Macmillan Audio Ratings: 4.5 of 5 out of 703 votes Genres: Bios & Memoirs, Celebrities Publisher's Summary: One of WWE's most unlikely champions of all time and also one of its most popular, Bryan has proved to the world and to all of WWE that looks can be deceiving. Just ask anyone who's ever underestimated himright before he went out and whipped the WWE universe into a frenzy. This is Bryan's behind-the-scenes story told for the first time ever by the "YES!" Man himself from his beginnings as a child wanting to wrestle to his ten years circling the globe on the independent circuit and his remarkable climb to the upper ranks of WWE. As the biggest week of his life unfolds, Aberdeen, Washington's bearded son reflects in full detail on his incredible path to the top and gives his take on the events that have shaped him. With his Bryan-ized blend of modesty and surprising candor, Daniel pulls no punches (or martial arts kicks) as he reveals his true thoughts on his evolution as a performer, his various roles in WWE versus the independent years, life on the road, at home, and much more. And of course, get the untold story surrounding the "YES!" chant that evolved to full-fledged movement, skyrocketing his career. This audiobook chronicles all the hard work, values, influences, unique life choices, and more, leading to his watershed week at WrestleMania 30. You won't want to miss it. Yes! We're sure about this. Members Reviews: Daniel Bryan Yes! Craig Tello and Peter Berkrot No! For a biography, it was very well done. It really peeled back the curtain on recent WWE history and that's always cool to hear about. And it does have all the things wrestling fans want. Good road stories. However, this book interweaves the life of Bryan Danielson and the week leading up to WrestleMania 30 for Daniel Bryan. The difference could not be more jarring. One half of the book is Bryan Danielson telling you what he wants to tell you, the other half is the story WWE wants you to know. The content and performance of these WWE scripted parts are corny and comes off like it's meant for a 2nd grader. It's painful to sit through like a bad Monday Night. But the Bryan Danielson parts are good. It's great and refreshing hearing about a WWE superstar who isn't an absolute greaseball. yes!! yes!! yes!!! Great story about wrestling.. could use more drugs, sex, and suplexing though... jk... This was a great book A mixed bag, but worth it for Bryan fans Would you say that listening to this book was time well-spent? Why or why not? This book alters between two narratives from beginning to end. Each chapter starts with a journalistic section following Daniel Bryan in the days leading up to Wrestlemania 30, and then switches to a Bryan-narrated section recounting his rise. The primary narrative is the classic wrestler's story, familiar to anyone who follows the business but full of enough details to be entertaining. Daniel Bryan recounts his journey from humble beginnings to stardom, touching on all his underground work, training, and favorite matches. I enjoyed these sections, which made up a bulk of the book. One thing lacking was introspection from Bryan about his life and evolution in and out of the ring. But I was nevertheless fully entertained by each Bryan-narrated section. The journalistic sections that begin each chapter follow Bryan in the lead-up to his epic Wrestlemania 30 matches. https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/pd/Bios-Memoirs/Happy-Endings-Audiobook/B002V0PUWK Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/312/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: Happy Endings Subtitle: The Tales of a Meaty-Breasted Zilch Author: Jim Norton Narrator: Jim Norton Format: Unabridged Length: 5 hrs and 16 mins Language: English Release date: 06-21-07 Publisher: Simon & Schuster Audio Ratings: 4 of 5 out of 441 votes Genres: Bios & Memoirs, Celebrities Publisher's Summary: Jim will discuss everything from his affinity for hookers to stalking Black Sabbath and Alan Alda to always getting stuck with the hot girl's fat friend. He will share some of his experiences with Opie and Anthony, including his arrest on the infamous Voyeur Bus (a bus filled with naked girls that drove around Manhattan flashing passers-by). Many more heartwarming stories will be included in what is sure to be the most controversial title of 2007. In addition to being a regular on the Opie & Anthony Show, Norton sells out comedy shows across the country. He starred on the recent HBO series Lucky Louie and was a regular on Comedy Central's Tough Crowd with Colin Quinn. He has appeared on The Tonight Show with Jay Leno, The Late Show with David Letterman, and other national shows. Norton had this to say about his forthcoming title: "It's ironic that many of the stories revolve around prostitution, because that's where all proceeds from this...will be going. Actually, that's probably more disgusting and creepy than ironic." Explicit Language Warning: You must be 18 years or older to purchase. biacuaduc@gmail.com (Jim Norton) Thu, 21 Jun 2007 05:30:03 GMT https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/pd/Bios-Memoirs/Happy-Endings-Audiobook/B002V0PUWK thebookvoice.com 05:16:00 no Listen to full audiobooks for free on thebookvoice.com Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/312/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: Happy Endings Subtitle: The Tales of a Meaty-Breasted Zilch Author: Jim Norton Narrator: Jim Norton Format: Unabridged Length: 5 hrs and 16 mins Language: English Release date: 06-21-07 Publisher: Simon & Schuster Audio Ratings: 4 of 5 out of 441 votes Genres: Bios & Memoirs, Celebrities Publisher's Summary: Jim will discuss everything from his affinity for hookers to stalking Black Sabbath and Alan Alda to always getting stuck with the hot girl's fat friend. He will share some of his experiences with Opie and Anthony, including his arrest on the infamous Voyeur Bus (a bus filled with naked girls that drove around Manhattan flashing passers-by). Many more heartwarming stories will be included in what is sure to be the most controversial title of 2007. In addition to being a regular on the Opie & Anthony Show, Norton sells out comedy shows across the country. He starred on the recent HBO series Lucky Louie and was a regular on Comedy Central's Tough Crowd with Colin Quinn. He has appeared on The Tonight Show with Jay Leno, The Late Show with David Letterman, and other national shows. Norton had this to say about his forthcoming title: "It's ironic that many of the stories revolve around prostitution, because that's where all proceeds from this...will be going. Actually, that's probably more disgusting and creepy than ironic." Explicit Language Warning: You must be 18 years or older to purchase. Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/312/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: Happy Endings Subtitle: The Tales of a Meaty-Breasted Zilch Author: Jim Norton Narrator: Jim Norton Format: Unabridged Length: 5 hrs and 16 mins Language: English Release date: 06-21-07 Publisher: Simon & Schuster Audio Ratings: 4 of 5 out of 441 votes Genres: Bios & Memoirs, Celebrities Publisher's Summary: Jim will discuss everything from his affinity for hookers to stalking Black Sabbath and Alan Alda to always getting stuck with the hot girl's fat friend. He will share some of his experiences with Opie and Anthony, including his arrest on the infamous Voyeur Bus (a bus filled with naked girls that drove around Manhattan flashing passers-by). Many more heartwarming stories will be included in what is sure to be the most controversial title of 2007. In addition to being a regular on the Opie & Anthony Show, Norton sells out comedy shows across the country. He starred on the recent HBO series Lucky Louie and was a regular on Comedy Central's Tough Crowd with Colin Quinn. He has appeared on The Tonight Show with Jay Leno, The Late Show with David Letterman, and other national shows. Norton had this to say about his forthcoming title: "It's ironic that many of the stories revolve around prostitution, because that's where all proceeds from this...will be going. Actually, that's probably more disgusting and creepy than ironic." Explicit Language Warning: You must be 18 years or older to purchase. Members Reviews: Jim Uncensored **WARNING** This book is for adults only, infact only for adults who could handle profanity, sex and off color humor. If you are one of these adults then this is a must "read". Jim has made me more of a fan. Funny but old O & A stories I LOVE!!!! little Jimmy so I'm hesitant to write anything but a positive review. This is a funny book and you won't be dissapointed by it. That being said it was a lot of regurgitated stories from the O & A show. If your a fan however, this is not to be missed. Happy birfday Jimmy!!!!! (I know how you like these !!) Touching Journal Entries This boy was a tear jerker about a young man's struggle to become the best Litte Jimmy he can be. There are classic stories about the nice girls that help him work out his issues. You finally know the starts of the widely popular monster rain. A must read Happy Endings A fine literary masterpiece brought to life by charismatic lad that brought you "Monster Rain" and "Big Boy Made a Doody". Sure to be an enduring classic that will resonate with future generations. Good day sir. Pretty Much What I Expected The story Jim Norton tells in this book is as I expected, being a listener of Opie & Anthony. Norton does not hide behind anything in this book, his stories are graphic, personal, and filled with a lot of self-deprecation. He's a great narrator, I couldn't imagine anyone else reading his story, and he does a great job presenting the stories. If you are a fan of his stand-up, I recommend the book. https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/pd/Bios-Memoirs/Good-Call-Audiobook/B00IZHEENO Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/312/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: Good Call Subtitle: Reflections on Faith, Family, and Fowl Author: Jase Robertson, Mark Schlabach (contributor) Narrator: Jase Robertson, Missy Robertson Format: Unabridged Length: 6 hrs and 26 mins Language: English Release date: 05-06-14 Publisher: Simon & Schuster Audio Ratings: 4.5 of 5 out of 380 votes Genres: Bios & Memoirs, Celebrities Publisher's Summary: The closer we look at the Robertson family, the more we discover the substance and authenticity below the surface of these well-known TV characters. In this enlightening audiobook, Jase Robertson gives us a deep look behind his funnyman exterior. In addition to stories of life in the Robertson family and epic tales of hunting of all kinds, listeners will get an inside look at Jases personal faith in the Creator of the outdoors he so dearly loves: "My first thoughts about God came in a duck blind as I gazed upon the diversity and beauty of creation. There is nothing in nature that can be reproduced or equaled by humans. None of our computers, microchips, or cell phones can duplicate what God has put forth. Viewing the details of this magnificent Earth is better than any sermon from any preacher I have heard about the evidence of God." More than a behind-the-scenes look at this beloved Duck Dynasty character, listeners will be inspired and encouraged to implement Jases "good call" reflections on faith, family, and fowl into their own lives. biacuaduc@gmail.com (Jase Robertson) Tue, 06 May 2014 20:10:55 GMT https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/pd/Bios-Memoirs/Good-Call-Audiobook/B00IZHEENO thebookvoice.com 06:26:00 no Listen to full audiobooks for free on thebookvoice.com Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/312/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: Good Call Subtitle: Reflections on Faith, Family, and Fowl Author: Jase Robertson, Mark Schlabach (contributor) Narrator: Jase Robertson, Missy Robertson Format: Unabridged Length: 6 hrs and 26 mins Language: English Release date: 05-06-14 Publisher: Simon & Schuster Audio Ratings: 4.5 of 5 out of 380 votes Genres: Bios & Memoirs, Celebrities Publisher's Summary: The closer we look at the Robertson family, the more we discover the substance and authenticity below the surface of these well-known TV characters. In this enlightening audiobook, Jase Robertson gives us a deep look behind his funnyman exterior. In addition to stories of life in the Robertson family and epic tales of hunting of all kinds, listeners will get an inside look at Jases personal faith in the Creator of the outdoors he so dearly loves: "My first thoughts about God came in a duck blind as I gazed upon the diversity and beauty of creation. There is nothing in nature that can be reproduced or equaled by humans. None of our computers, microchips, or cell phones can duplicate what God has put forth. Viewing the details of this magnificent Earth is better than any sermon from any preacher I have heard about the evidence of God." More than a behind-the-scenes look at this beloved Duck Dynasty character, listeners will be inspired and encouraged to implement Jases "good call" reflections on faith, family, and fowl into their own lives. Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/312/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: Good Call Subtitle: Reflections on Faith, Family, and Fowl Author: Jase Robertson, Mark Schlabach (contributor) Narrator: Jase Robertson, Missy Robertson Format: Unabridged Length: 6 hrs and 26 mins Language: English Release date: 05-06-14 Publisher: Simon & Schuster Audio Ratings: 4.5 of 5 out of 380 votes Genres: Bios & Memoirs, Celebrities Publisher's Summary: The closer we look at the Robertson family, the more we discover the substance and authenticity below the surface of these well-known TV characters. In this enlightening audiobook, Jase Robertson gives us a deep look behind his funnyman exterior. In addition to stories of life in the Robertson family and epic tales of hunting of all kinds, listeners will get an inside look at Jases personal faith in the Creator of the outdoors he so dearly loves: "My first thoughts about God came in a duck blind as I gazed upon the diversity and beauty of creation. There is nothing in nature that can be reproduced or equaled by humans. None of our computers, microchips, or cell phones can duplicate what God has put forth. Viewing the details of this magnificent Earth is better than any sermon from any preacher I have heard about the evidence of God." More than a behind-the-scenes look at this beloved Duck Dynasty character, listeners will be inspired and encouraged to implement Jases "good call" reflections on faith, family, and fowl into their own lives. Members Reviews: The title says it all. Faith and family. Faith and Family. This is an interesting story of the background that Duck Dynasty only hints to. It illustrates the foundation of the Robertson clan. It was well written and an easy listen. Be ready for tons of religion. It was funny to hear the evolution of Jase's narration of this book. It started very monotone and hard to listen to but after a few chapters, you could tell he was more comfortable reading. By the end, it was like sitting across from him at the dinner table... sans frog legs. Encouraging and inspirational Would you listen to Good Call again? Why? Yes! Jase and his wife Missy tell the stories first hand, and they left me feeling encouraged and inspired! A great recording and super easy to listen to! What did you like best about this story? Jase's faith in Christ shines through - yet he is willing to share when he's made mistakes, and how he recovered - such a good read of how staying focused on the gospel creates a foundation to stand firmly upon. What does Jase Robertson and Missy Robertson bring to the story that you wouldnt experience if you just read the book? Everything! :0) Listening to them tell their own stories is like listening to a friend tell of something they have gone through - it's real, and they don't have to struggle with where to put the emphasis because they have actually lived these stories! Excellent book! Did you have an extreme reaction to this book? Did it make you laugh or cry? Yes - I found myself both laughing out loud as well as crying - it's just real, so you can't help but react with real emotions. Any additional comments? Much more encouraging to read real stories of faith than some of the popular self help books written by Christian pastors and speakers. Those types of books might be instructive, but Good Call was thoroughly inspiring - and you can gain wisdom from their experiences - I really enjoyed this great book! Great book If you could sum up Good Call in three words, what would they be? My favorite book by far from the duck commander family... jase is such a strong person in Christ . Hearing this book strengthens your faith in Christ .... https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/pd/Bios-Memoirs/Ty-Cobb-Audiobook/B00WN9A164 Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/312/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: Ty Cobb Subtitle: A Terrible Beauty Author: Charles Leerhsen Narrator: Malcolm Hillgartner Format: Unabridged Length: 15 hrs and 33 mins Language: English Release date: 05-12-15 Publisher: Brilliance Audio Ratings: 4.5 of 5 out of 394 votes Genres: Bios & Memoirs, Celebrities Publisher's Summary: Finally - a fascinating and authoritative biography of perhaps the most controversial player in baseball history, Ty Cobb. Ty Cobb is baseball royalty, maybe even the greatest player who ever lived. His lifetime batting average is still the highest of all time, and when he retired in 1928, after twenty-one years with the Detroit Tigers and two with the Philadelphia Athletics, he held more than ninety records. But the numbers don't tell half of Cobb's tale. The Georgia Peach was by far the most thrilling player of the era: "Ty Cobb could cause more excitement with a base on balls than Babe Ruth could with a grand slam," one columnist wrote. When the Hall of Fame began in 1936, he was the first player voted in. But Cobb was also one of the game's most controversial characters. He got in a lot of fights, on and off the field, and was often accused of being overly aggressive. In his day, even his supporters acknowledged that he was a fierce and fiery competitor. Because his philosophy was to "create a mental hazard for the other man," he had his enemies, but he was also widely admired. After his death in 1961, however, something strange happened: his reputation morphed into that of a monster - a virulent racist who also hated children and women, and was in turn hated by his peers. How did this happen? Who is the real Ty Cobb? Setting the record straight, Charles Leerhsen pushed aside the myths, traveled to Georgia and Detroit, and re-traced Cobb's journey, from the shy son of a professor and state senator who was progressive on race for his time, to America's first true sports celebrity. In the process, he tells of a life overflowing with incident and a man who cut his own path through his times - a man we thought we knew but really didn't. biacuaduc@gmail.com (Charles Leerhsen) Tue, 12 May 2015 03:46:57 GMT https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/pd/Bios-Memoirs/Ty-Cobb-Audiobook/B00WN9A164 thebookvoice.com 15:33:00 no Listen to full audiobooks for free on thebookvoice.com Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/312/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: Ty Cobb Subtitle: A Terrible Beauty Author: Charles Leerhsen Narrator: Malcolm Hillgartner Format: Unabridged Length: 15 hrs and 33 mins Language: English Release date: 05-12-15 Publisher: Brilliance Audio Ratings: 4.5 of 5 out of 394 votes Genres: Bios & Memoirs, Celebrities Publisher's Summary: Finally - a fascinating and authoritative biography of perhaps the most controversial player in baseball history, Ty Cobb. Ty Cobb is baseball royalty, maybe even the greatest player who ever lived. His lifetime batting average is still the highest of all time, and when he retired in 1928, after twenty-one years with the Detroit Tigers and two with the Philadelphia Athletics, he held more than ninety records. But the numbers don't tell half of Cobb's tale. The Georgia Peach was by far the most thrilling player of the era: "Ty Cobb could cause more excitement with a base on balls than Babe Ruth could with a grand slam," one columnist wrote. When the Hall of Fame began in 1936, he was the first player voted in. But Cobb was also one of the game's most controversial characters. He got in a lot of fights, on and off the field, and was often accused of being overly aggressive. In his day, even his supporters acknowledged that he was a fierce and fiery competitor. Because his philosophy was to "create a mental hazard for the other man," he had his enemies, but he was also widely admired. After his death in 1961, however, something strange happened: his reputation morphed into that of a monster - a virulent racist who also hated children and women, and was in turn hated by his peers. How did this happen? Who is the real Ty Cobb? Setting the record straight, Charles Leerhsen pushed aside the myths, traveled to Georgia and Detroit, and re-traced Cobb's journey, from the shy son of a professor and state senator who was progressive on race for his time, to America's first true sports celebrity. In the process, he tells of a life overflowing with incident and a man who cut his own path through his times - a man we thought we knew but really didn't. Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/312/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: Ty Cobb Subtitle: A Terrible Beauty Author: Charles Leerhsen Narrator: Malcolm Hillgartner Format: Unabridged Length: 15 hrs and 33 mins Language: English Release date: 05-12-15 Publisher: Brilliance Audio Ratings: 4.5 of 5 out of 394 votes Genres: Bios & Memoirs, Celebrities Publisher's Summary: Finally - a fascinating and authoritative biography of perhaps the most controversial player in baseball history, Ty Cobb. Ty Cobb is baseball royalty, maybe even the greatest player who ever lived. His lifetime batting average is still the highest of all time, and when he retired in 1928, after twenty-one years with the Detroit Tigers and two with the Philadelphia Athletics, he held more than ninety records. But the numbers don't tell half of Cobb's tale. The Georgia Peach was by far the most thrilling player of the era: "Ty Cobb could cause more excitement with a base on balls than Babe Ruth could with a grand slam," one columnist wrote. When the Hall of Fame began in 1936, he was the first player voted in. But Cobb was also one of the game's most controversial characters. He got in a lot of fights, on and off the field, and was often accused of being overly aggressive. In his day, even his supporters acknowledged that he was a fierce and fiery competitor. Because his philosophy was to "create a mental hazard for the other man," he had his enemies, but he was also widely admired. After his death in 1961, however, something strange happened: his reputation morphed into that of a monster - a virulent racist who also hated children and women, and was in turn hated by his peers. How did this happen? Who is the real Ty Cobb? Setting the record straight, Charles Leerhsen pushed aside the myths, traveled to Georgia and Detroit, and re-traced Cobb's journey, from the shy son of a professor and state senator who was progressive on race for his time, to America's first true sports celebrity. In the process, he tells of a life overflowing with incident and a man who cut his own path through his times - a man we thought we knew but really didn't. Members Reviews: Finally! A Ty Cobb Biography without Prejudice! I chose this title because I'm a lifelong Tiger fan, but more so because I wanted to learn for myself how ruthless, and racially charged Ty Cobb actually was. As a baseball fan I, like many had heard countless times how Cobb was ruthless on the base paths, and would sharpen his spike so he could slash middle infielders on a steal, or how his Georgian-influenced hatred of blacks made him the meanest, nastiest player ever to step into the batters box. He was awful, right? Maybe not. Unlike the many authors and film makers who have told Cobb's story before, it seems Charles Leerhsen actually did his research. He actually went to the source of many of these yarns and tall tales to see for himself what was true, and what was made up even challenging noted historians such as Ken Burns whom like other, simply wrote down what they had heard and not what was fact. And in turn, (I think) Cobb got a bad rap. He's been misrepresented from the beginning and it took this title, and an author with the gumption to seek the truth to lay it all out. So now, finally, a Ty Cobb biography without prejudice! There is no doubt that Cobb played the game with intensity and perfection, that which nobody at the time could replicate. He'd steal a base or lay down a bunt, or take out an infielder on a slide just to make his team win. (Sounds an awful lot like Pete Rose). And he gambled too...on baseball...which was generally accepted in those times. https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/pd/Bios-Memoirs/Is-It-Just-Me-Audiobook/B0099SUUSQ Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/312/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: Is It Just Me? Author: Miranda Hart Narrator: Miranda Hart Format: Unabridged Length: 7 hrs and 21 mins Language: English Release date: 10-11-12 Publisher: Hodder & Stoughton Ratings: 4.5 of 5 out of 859 votes Genres: Bios & Memoirs, Celebrities Publisher's Summary: Well hello to you dear audiobook browser. Now I have your attention it would be rude if I didn't tell you a little about my literary feast. So, here is the thing: Is it just me or does anyone else find that adulthood offers no refuge from the unexpected horrors, peculiar lack of physical coordination, and sometimes unexplained nudity that accompanied childhood and adolescence? Does everybody struggle with the hazards that accompany, say, sitting elegantly on a bar stool; using chopsticks; pretending to understand the bank crisis; pedicures - surely it's plain wrong for a stranger to fondle your feet? Or is it just me? I am proud to say I have a wealth of awkward experiences - from school days to life as an office temp - and here I offer my 18-year-old self (and I hope you, too, dear listener) some much needed caution and guidance on how to navigate life's rocky path. Because frankly where is the manual? The much needed manual to life. Well, fret not, for this is my attempt at one and let's call it, because it's fun, a Miran-ual. I thank you. biacuaduc@gmail.com (Miranda Hart) Thu, 11 Oct 2012 05:26:52 GMT https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/pd/Bios-Memoirs/Is-It-Just-Me-Audiobook/B0099SUUSQ thebookvoice.com 07:21:00 no Listen to full audiobooks for free on thebookvoice.com Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/312/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: Is It Just Me? Author: Miranda Hart Narrator: Miranda Hart Format: Unabridged Length: 7 hrs and 21 mins Language: English Release date: 10-11-12 Publisher: Hodder & Stoughton Ratings: 4.5 of 5 out of 859 votes Genres: Bios & Memoirs, Celebrities Publisher's Summary: Well hello to you dear audiobook browser. Now I have your attention it would be rude if I didn't tell you a little about my literary feast. So, here is the thing: Is it just me or does anyone else find that adulthood offers no refuge from the unexpected horrors, peculiar lack of physical coordination, and sometimes unexplained nudity that accompanied childhood and adolescence? Does everybody struggle with the hazards that accompany, say, sitting elegantly on a bar stool; using chopsticks; pretending to understand the bank crisis; pedicures - surely it's plain wrong for a stranger to fondle your feet? Or is it just me? I am proud to say I have a wealth of awkward experiences - from school days to life as an office temp - and here I offer my 18-year-old self (and I hope you, too, dear listener) some much needed caution and guidance on how to navigate life's rocky path. Because frankly where is the manual? The much needed manual to life. Well, fret not, for this is my attempt at one and let's call it, because it's fun, a Miran-ual. I thank you. Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/312/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: Is It Just Me? Author: Miranda Hart Narrator: Miranda Hart Format: Unabridged Length: 7 hrs and 21 mins Language: English Release date: 10-11-12 Publisher: Hodder & Stoughton Ratings: 4.5 of 5 out of 859 votes Genres: Bios & Memoirs, Celebrities Publisher's Summary: Well hello to you dear audiobook browser. Now I have your attention it would be rude if I didn't tell you a little about my literary feast. So, here is the thing: Is it just me or does anyone else find that adulthood offers no refuge from the unexpected horrors, peculiar lack of physical coordination, and sometimes unexplained nudity that accompanied childhood and adolescence? Does everybody struggle with the hazards that accompany, say, sitting elegantly on a bar stool; using chopsticks; pretending to understand the bank crisis; pedicures - surely it's plain wrong for a stranger to fondle your feet? Or is it just me? I am proud to say I have a wealth of awkward experiences - from school days to life as an office temp - and here I offer my 18-year-old self (and I hope you, too, dear listener) some much needed caution and guidance on how to navigate life's rocky path. Because frankly where is the manual? The much needed manual to life. Well, fret not, for this is my attempt at one and let's call it, because it's fun, a Miran-ual. I thank you. Members Reviews: Cackle Worthy What made the experience of listening to Is It Just Me? the most enjoyable? I sat with my 10 year old daughter over 4 or 5 nights and together we enjoyed the rollicking tales Miranda Hart spun for us . Both of us are mad fans of Miranda's show and were thoroughly excited to learn more about this comic goddess. We here pleased to hear catchphrases from her show, insights into life and silly banter between her present self and her younger self. What did you like best about this story? What I liked best was Ms Harts' ability to make herself the joke simply to make us happy. It is so refreshing in this day and age when humour and comedy is all about pulling others down and laughing at their expense that Miranda is willing to make herself the butt of the joke (often literally!). I am sure my daughter most enjoyed the tales of catastrophe and of course the 'poo' stories. What about Miranda Harts performance did you like? It was well delivered with equal measures of gusto and grace. Miranda knows how to perform and there was often (but not always) a clear delineation between her present self and her younger self. Actually I found that my daughter and I would talk to each other with Miranda's plum in the mouth middle class British accent which was hilarious in itself as we are ocker Aussies from the Oz bush! Was this a book you wanted to listen to all in one sitting? We would have loved to knock this book off in one sitting, however 7 hours was a little too adventurous for us. Any additional comments? Although there were some moments where our interest waned, I would highly recommend anyone listen to 'Is It Just Me' rather than read it. Miranda is a right scream and we had a nice time - it was almost like watching a whole series of Miranda. Such fun! Miranda is just delightful... Miranda played on Australian TV a couple of years ago. Miranda Hart simply demands attention... her quirkyness, her authentic playfulness, her relish in being herself. All of this is found in "Is it just me?" A romp. And genuine fun. https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/pd/Bios-Memoirs/I-Wasnt-Born-Bulletproof-Audiobook/B072R1MX7S Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/312/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: I Wasn't Born Bulletproof Subtitle: Lessons I've Learned (So You Don't Have To) Author: Maci Bookout Narrator: Maci Bookout Format: Unabridged Length: 2 hrs and 50 mins Language: English Release date: 06-16-17 Publisher: Post Hill Press Ratings: 4.5 of 5 out of 84 votes Genres: Bios & Memoirs, Celebrities Publisher's Summary: Maci Bookout, the reality television megastar of Teen Mom and the New York Times best-selling author of Bulletproof, offers down-to-earth, practical advice on how to navigate life, love, and everything in between. Since catapulting to reality TV stardom on the hit MTV series Teen Mom and 16 and Pregnant, Maci Bookout has become a mother of three, a successful businesswoman, and a sought-after motivational speaker - all by the tender age of 25. As she traveled across the country, speaking to young people and sharing her inspiring story, the one comment Maci kept hearing over and over was, "You're so strong. You make it all look so easy." But Maci was not born "bulletproof." She taught herself to be strong despite her struggles and to turn adversity into advantages. In I Wasn't Born Bulletproof, best-selling author Maci shares with listeners the truth behind her Teflon exterior and offers fun, inspirational advice for everyone. biacuaduc@gmail.com (Maci Bookout) Fri, 16 Jun 2017 00:24:50 GMT https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/pd/Bios-Memoirs/I-Wasnt-Born-Bulletproof-Audiobook/B072R1MX7S thebookvoice.com 02:50:00 no Listen to full audiobooks for free on thebookvoice.com Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/312/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: I Wasn't Born Bulletproof Subtitle: Lessons I've Learned (So You Don't Have To) Author: Maci Bookout Narrator: Maci Bookout Format: Unabridged Length: 2 hrs and 50 mins Language: English Release date: 06-16-17 Publisher: Post Hill Press Ratings: 4.5 of 5 out of 84 votes Genres: Bios & Memoirs, Celebrities Publisher's Summary: Maci Bookout, the reality television megastar of Teen Mom and the New York Times best-selling author of Bulletproof, offers down-to-earth, practical advice on how to navigate life, love, and everything in between. Since catapulting to reality TV stardom on the hit MTV series Teen Mom and 16 and Pregnant, Maci Bookout has become a mother of three, a successful businesswoman, and a sought-after motivational speaker - all by the tender age of 25. As she traveled across the country, speaking to young people and sharing her inspiring story, the one comment Maci kept hearing over and over was, "You're so strong. You make it all look so easy." But Maci was not born "bulletproof." She taught herself to be strong despite her struggles and to turn adversity into advantages. In I Wasn't Born Bulletproof, best-selling author Maci shares with listeners the truth behind her Teflon exterior and offers fun, inspirational advice for everyone. Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/312/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: I Wasn't Born Bulletproof Subtitle: Lessons I've Learned (So You Don't Have To) Author: Maci Bookout Narrator: Maci Bookout Format: Unabridged Length: 2 hrs and 50 mins Language: English Release date: 06-16-17 Publisher: Post Hill Press Ratings: 4.5 of 5 out of 84 votes Genres: Bios & Memoirs, Celebrities Publisher's Summary: Maci Bookout, the reality television megastar of Teen Mom and the New York Times best-selling author of Bulletproof, offers down-to-earth, practical advice on how to navigate life, love, and everything in between. Since catapulting to reality TV stardom on the hit MTV series Teen Mom and 16 and Pregnant, Maci Bookout has become a mother of three, a successful businesswoman, and a sought-after motivational speaker - all by the tender age of 25. As she traveled across the country, speaking to young people and sharing her inspiring story, the one comment Maci kept hearing over and over was, "You're so strong. You make it all look so easy." But Maci was not born "bulletproof." She taught herself to be strong despite her struggles and to turn adversity into advantages. In I Wasn't Born Bulletproof, best-selling author Maci shares with listeners the truth behind her Teflon exterior and offers fun, inspirational advice for everyone. Members Reviews: loved this book it was very inspiring! loves this book it was very inspirational and i even loved more how Maci was the narrator! Absolutely LOVED IT! Any additional comments? I loved this book so much I sent it to two of my friends to read. I love all the life lessons and advice Maci gave, and eye opening ways of thinking about things. Worth the read, 110%. loved great book to read or to listen to while driving its light funny and a eye opener keeping your head up kudos and you go girl. motherhood is the hardest and best thing in life. yoyr an amazing mom. im so glad you found happiness Encouraging! I have recently become a mother to a fantastic little one. This book was encouraging to myself as a mother and even to my husband who has had struggles with depression, anxiety, and the the need for others input in his life. I can already see a difference in our relationship and I'm so thankful for these stories to be the unexpected tool that they were. https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/pd/Bios-Memoirs/Steve-McQueen-Audiobook/B073HM3DB4 Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/312/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: Steve McQueen Subtitle: The Salvation of an American Icon Author: Greg Laurie, Marshall Terrill Narrator: John Pruden Format: Unabridged Length: 7 hrs and 1 min Language: English Release date: 06-30-17 Publisher: christianaudio.com Ratings: 5 of 5 out of 70 votes Genres: Bios & Memoirs, Celebrities Publisher's Summary: Join Greg Laurie as he takes a cross-country drive in his 1968 Highland Green Ford Mustang 390 GT through the canyons of Malibu, the alleys of Hollywood, the wide and open roads of the Midwest, the streets of New York, as he traces the wooly geography of actor Steve McQueen's life, relationships, career, and spiritual journey. This iconic muscle car was the vehicle McQueen drove in his most raucous and enduring film, Bullitt. In the 1960s, McQueen was, according to box office receipts, the biggest movie star of his generation and one of the coolest men to ever walk the planet. Greg Laurie was a teen at the time and an ardent fan of ''The King of Cool", first mesmerized by McQueen in 1963's The Great Escape. Like millions of cinema fans, Greg developed a lifelong fascination with the actor. Now he has a chance to tell McQueen's story. McQueen was a complex, contradictory man who lived the same way he drove his motorcycles and cars: fearlessly, ruthlessly, and at top speed. After a lifetime of fast cars, women, and drugs, McQueen took a surprising detour. In this book, Laurie thoughtfully interviews members of Steve McQueen's family, friends, co-stars, associates, widow, and pastor to tell of the dramatic life change for the actor in the spring of 1979 - six months before McQueen was diagnosed with terminal cancer. What were the critical steps that led McQueen to make such a life-altering decision? Perhaps more importantly, why is that part of his story so rarely told? This book answers these questions. Greg Laurie will follow the seeds of Christianity that were sown throughout McQueen's improbable life where a Light finally shone into the darkness of his troubled life. These seeds miraculously germinated, allowing McQueen to see that redemption through Jesus Christ is a lasting truth more glittering and real than any magic of the entertainment industry. biacuaduc@gmail.com (Greg Laurie) Fri, 30 Jun 2017 03:17:48 GMT https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/pd/Bios-Memoirs/Steve-McQueen-Audiobook/B073HM3DB4 thebookvoice.com 07:01:00 no Listen to full audiobooks for free on thebookvoice.com Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/312/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: Steve McQueen Subtitle: The Salvation of an American Icon Author: Greg Laurie, Marshall Terrill Narrator: John Pruden Format: Unabridged Length: 7 hrs and 1 min Language: English Release date: 06-30-17 Publisher: christianaudio.com Ratings: 5 of 5 out of 70 votes Genres: Bios & Memoirs, Celebrities Publisher's Summary: Join Greg Laurie as he takes a cross-country drive in his 1968 Highland Green Ford Mustang 390 GT through the canyons of Malibu, the alleys of Hollywood, the wide and open roads of the Midwest, the streets of New York, as he traces the wooly geography of actor Steve McQueen's life, relationships, career, and spiritual journey. This iconic muscle car was the vehicle McQueen drove in his most raucous and enduring film, Bullitt. In the 1960s, McQueen was, according to box office receipts, the biggest movie star of his generation and one of the coolest men to ever walk the planet. Greg Laurie was a teen at the time and an ardent fan of ''The King of Cool", first mesmerized by McQueen in 1963's The Great Escape. Like millions of cinema fans, Greg developed a lifelong fascination with the actor. Now he has a chance to tell McQueen's story. McQueen was a complex, contradictory man who lived the same way he drove his motorcycles and cars: fearlessly, ruthlessly, and at top speed. After a lifetime of fast cars, women, and drugs, McQueen took a surprising detour. In this book, Laurie thoughtfully interviews members of Steve McQueen's family, friends, co-stars, associates, widow, and pastor to tell of the dramatic life change for the actor in the spring of 1979 - six months before McQueen was diagnosed with terminal cancer. What were the critical steps that led McQueen to make such a life-altering decision? Perhaps more importantly, why is that part of his story so rarely told? This book answers these questions. Greg Laurie will follow the seeds of Christianity that were sown throughout McQueen's improbable life where a Light finally shone into the darkness of his troubled life. These seeds miraculously germinated, allowing McQueen to see that redemption through Jesus Christ is a lasting truth more glittering and real than any magic of the entertainment industry. Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/312/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: Steve McQueen Subtitle: The Salvation of an American Icon Author: Greg Laurie, Marshall Terrill Narrator: John Pruden Format: Unabridged Length: 7 hrs and 1 min Language: English Release date: 06-30-17 Publisher: christianaudio.com Ratings: 5 of 5 out of 70 votes Genres: Bios & Memoirs, Celebrities Publisher's Summary: Join Greg Laurie as he takes a cross-country drive in his 1968 Highland Green Ford Mustang 390 GT through the canyons of Malibu, the alleys of Hollywood, the wide and open roads of the Midwest, the streets of New York, as he traces the wooly geography of actor Steve McQueen's life, relationships, career, and spiritual journey. This iconic muscle car was the vehicle McQueen drove in his most raucous and enduring film, Bullitt. In the 1960s, McQueen was, according to box office receipts, the biggest movie star of his generation and one of the coolest men to ever walk the planet. Greg Laurie was a teen at the time and an ardent fan of ''The King of Cool", first mesmerized by McQueen in 1963's The Great Escape. Like millions of cinema fans, Greg developed a lifelong fascination with the actor. Now he has a chance to tell McQueen's story. McQueen was a complex, contradictory man who lived the same way he drove his motorcycles and cars: fearlessly, ruthlessly, and at top speed. After a lifetime of fast cars, women, and drugs, McQueen took a surprising detour. In this book, Laurie thoughtfully interviews members of Steve McQueen's family, friends, co-stars, associates, widow, and pastor to tell of the dramatic life change for the actor in the spring of 1979 - six months before McQueen was diagnosed with terminal cancer. What were the critical steps that led McQueen to make such a life-altering decision? Perhaps more importantly, why is that part of his story so rarely told? This book answers these questions. Greg Laurie will follow the seeds of Christianity that were sown throughout McQueen's improbable life where a Light finally shone into the darkness of his troubled life. These seeds miraculously germinated, allowing McQueen to see that redemption through Jesus Christ is a lasting truth more glittering and real than any magic of the entertainment industry. Members Reviews: Moving story and easy to listen to at 1.5x speed! I loved it. his faith journey was legit. The image of Mcqueen clutching the bible Billy Graham gave him will stay with me. The end/beginning of the story Great book! Id always heard Steve McQueen confessed Christ before he died but this book fills in so much detail. Greg Laurie did an excellent job. Really Great Story I did not expect the story to have the depth of character in Steve McQueen. Thoroughly enjoyed the book and the message. Intresting bio of Steve McQueen Interesting story that was intertwined the author's life with Steve McQueen's that l hadn't expected. The way the author conducted the research that was done relating the process of Steve's conversion grabbed my attention. Other than McQueen's acting on Wanted Dead or Alive, l only saw a couple of movies that he starred in so l can't say l was a fan of his, but l did find his story interesting and "read" this book in just 2 sittings. Wonderful booko Loved this informative book by Greg Laurie! Very engaging to hear the similarities in their lives. https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/pd/Bios-Memoirs/Poker-Brat-Audiobook/B0763TB7Z1 Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/312/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: Poker Brat Subtitle: Phil Hellmuth's Autobiography Author: Phil Hellmuth Narrator: Phil Hellmuth Format: Unabridged Length: 14 hrs and 38 mins Language: English Release date: 10-05-17 Publisher: D&B Publishing Ratings: 4 of 5 out of 18 votes Genres: Bios & Memoirs, Celebrities Publisher's Summary: If you know Phil Hellmuth then you either love him or hate him! His rants, tirades, and lines like "I can dodge bullets, baby" and "If it weren't for luck, I'd win them all" are epic and have earned him the nickname "Poker Brat." However, whether you love him or hate him, he is undoubtedly the greatest poker player of our time. Phil is a global poker icon who holds every record at the World Series of Poker, including an extraordinary 14 world championships. In Poker Brat Phil paints a picture of his early Midwestern life, in which he struggled mightily in grade school and high school, but always had aspirations to do something great. Phil takes you from the low lows of his life to the high highs, and shows you how he developed an unhealthy ego along the way, which eventually turned into his "Poker Brat" persona. In Poker Brat, Phil shares his own powerful tips and techniques, the ones that he used to set his goals, and then he shows how he achieved those goals as he climbed to the summit of the poker world. biacuaduc@gmail.com (Phil Hellmuth) Thu, 05 Oct 2017 19:11:20 GMT https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/pd/Bios-Memoirs/Poker-Brat-Audiobook/B0763TB7Z1 thebookvoice.com 14:38:00 no Listen to full audiobooks for free on thebookvoice.com Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/312/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: Poker Brat Subtitle: Phil Hellmuth's Autobiography Author: Phil Hellmuth Narrator: Phil Hellmuth Format: Unabridged Length: 14 hrs and 38 mins Language: English Release date: 10-05-17 Publisher: D&B Publishing Ratings: 4 of 5 out of 18 votes Genres: Bios & Memoirs, Celebrities Publisher's Summary: If you know Phil Hellmuth then you either love him or hate him! His rants, tirades, and lines like "I can dodge bullets, baby" and "If it weren't for luck, I'd win them all" are epic and have earned him the nickname "Poker Brat." However, whether you love him or hate him, he is undoubtedly the greatest poker player of our time. Phil is a global poker icon who holds every record at the World Series of Poker, including an extraordinary 14 world championships. In Poker Brat Phil paints a picture of his early Midwestern life, in which he struggled mightily in grade school and high school, but always had aspirations to do something great. Phil takes you from the low lows of his life to the high highs, and shows you how he developed an unhealthy ego along the way, which eventually turned into his "Poker Brat" persona. In Poker Brat, Phil shares his own powerful tips and techniques, the ones that he used to set his goals, and then he shows how he achieved those goals as he climbed to the summit of the poker world. Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/312/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: Poker Brat Subtitle: Phil Hellmuth's Autobiography Author: Phil Hellmuth Narrator: Phil Hellmuth Format: Unabridged Length: 14 hrs and 38 mins Language: English Release date: 10-05-17 Publisher: D&B Publishing Ratings: 4 of 5 out of 18 votes Genres: Bios & Memoirs, Celebrities Publisher's Summary: If you know Phil Hellmuth then you either love him or hate him! His rants, tirades, and lines like "I can dodge bullets, baby" and "If it weren't for luck, I'd win them all" are epic and have earned him the nickname "Poker Brat." However, whether you love him or hate him, he is undoubtedly the greatest poker player of our time. Phil is a global poker icon who holds every record at the World Series of Poker, including an extraordinary 14 world championships. In Poker Brat Phil paints a picture of his early Midwestern life, in which he struggled mightily in grade school and high school, but always had aspirations to do something great. Phil takes you from the low lows of his life to the high highs, and shows you how he developed an unhealthy ego along the way, which eventually turned into his "Poker Brat" persona. In Poker Brat, Phil shares his own powerful tips and techniques, the ones that he used to set his goals, and then he shows how he achieved those goals as he climbed to the summit of the poker world. Members Reviews: "Perfectly Ethical".....what a joke! I've watched poker on TV for several years and just this past year started actually playing it. I purchased this book because I wanted to read about the live games and poker tournament strategies different stories and although they are in this book most of the book has to do with Phil Hellmuth and him being God's gift to the world. i i i me me me all throughout the book. I was very disappointed that the author also read the book on audio it is the worst audio performance out of all of the over 100 books that I have listened to. He should stick to Poker. although it cannot be questioned that Phil Hellmuth is one of the world's best poker players he is also one of the most arrogant narcissistic insecure individuals that I have read about. Towards the end of the book he actually blames his wife because he was on the road and was tempted by another woman.... total display of his narcissism and self-centeredness. I think it's at the end of the book where feel again for the second or third time refers to himself as being "perfectly ethical. I can't help but think of all of the poor sportsmanship and verbal abuse he has committed on other gentleman players while watching different TV tournaments. perfectly ethical........ what a joke. I've lived almost 50 years on this Earth and I have never met one perfectly ethical person in my life including myself there is only one who walked this Earth who is perfectly ethical and that's Jesus Christ. my theory is that in spite of all of the money and all of the accomplishments Phil Hellmuth has done in poker he is still insecure about himself and he wants to make sure the world knows all of the good stuff that he does and has done. I think about a person like Jack Nicklaus the world's best golfer and you see one interview after another and he rarely we'll talk about his accomplishments and less he's asked now that guy is a Class Act interesting... BUT I like poker, and have respect for Phil. His life story, especially the early years are interesting. I wish there was more depth into what was going on mentally during his tournament runs, and how he preps, and how a big time poker player financially handles the swings. Still worth the read/listen. https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/pd/Bios-Memoirs/Unsinkable-Audiobook/B00BWA4LCU Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/312/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: Unsinkable Subtitle: A Memoir Author: Dorian Hannaway, Debbie Reynolds Narrator: Debbie Reynolds Format: Unabridged Length: 10 hrs and 28 mins Language: English Release date: 04-02-13 Publisher: HarperAudio Ratings: 4.5 of 5 out of 335 votes Genres: Bios & Memoirs, Celebrities Publisher's Summary: The definitive memoir by legendary actress and performer Debbie Reynolds - an entertaining and moving story of enduring friendships and unbreakable family bonds, of hitting bottom and rising to the top again - that offers a unique and deeply personal perspective on Hollywood and its elite, from the glory days of MGM to the present. In the closing pages of her 1988 autobiography Debbie: My Life, Debbie Reynolds wrote about finding her "brave, loyal, and loving" new husband. After two broken marriages, this third, she believed, was her lucky charm. But within a few years, Debbie discovered that he had betrayed her emotionally and financially, nearly destroying her life. Today, she writes, "When I read the optimistic ending of my last memoir now, I can't believe how naive I was when I wrote it. In Unsinkable, I look back at the many years since then, and share my memories of a film career that took me from the Miss Burbank Contest of 1948 to the work I did in 2012.... To paraphrase Bette Davis: Fasten your seatbelts, I've had a bumpy ride." Unsinkable shines a spotlight on the resilient woman whose talent and passion for her work have endured for more than six decades. In her engaging, down-to-earth voice, Debbie shares private details about her man and money troubles, including building and losing her Las Vegas dream hotel and her treasured Hollywood memorabilia collection. Yet no matter how difficult the problems, the show always goes on. Debbie also invites us into the close circle of her family, speaking with deep affection and honesty about her relationships with her children, Carrie and Todd Fisher. She looks back at her life as an actress during Hollywood's Golden Age - "the most magical time you could imagine" - including her lifelong friendship with (and years-long estrangement from) the legendary Elizabeth Taylor. Here, too, are stories that never reached the tabloids about numerous celebrities, such as Ava Gardner, Clark Gable, Frank Sinatra, Mick Jagger, Gene Kelly, and many more. She takes us on a guided tour through her movies with delightful, often hilarious behind-the-scenes anecdotes about every film in which she was involved, from 1948 to the present. Frank and forthright, and featuring dozens of previously unseen photos from Debbie's personal collection, Unsinkable is a poignant reminder that there is light in the darkest times. It is a revealing portrait of a woman whose determination is an inspiration. biacuaduc@gmail.com (Dorian Hannaway) Tue, 02 Apr 2013 06:53:41 GMT https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/pd/Bios-Memoirs/Unsinkable-Audiobook/B00BWA4LCU thebookvoice.com 10:28:00 no Listen to full audiobooks for free on thebookvoice.com Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/312/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: Unsinkable Subtitle: A Memoir Author: Dorian Hannaway, Debbie Reynolds Narrator: Debbie Reynolds Format: Unabridged Length: 10 hrs and 28 mins Language: English Release date: 04-02-13 Publisher: HarperAudio Ratings: 4.5 of 5 out of 335 votes Genres: Bios & Memoirs, Celebrities Publisher's Summary: The definitive memoir by legendary actress and performer Debbie Reynolds - an entertaining and moving story of enduring friendships and unbreakable family bonds, of hitting bottom and rising to the top again - that offers a unique and deeply personal perspective on Hollywood and its elite, from the glory days of MGM to the present. In the closing pages of her 1988 autobiography Debbie: My Life, Debbie Reynolds wrote about finding her "brave, loyal, and loving" new husband. After two broken marriages, this third, she believed, was her lucky charm. But within a few years, Debbie discovered that he had betrayed her emotionally and financially, nearly destroying her life. Today, she writes, "When I read the optimistic ending of my last memoir now, I can't believe how naive I was when I wrote it. In Unsinkable, I look back at the many years since then, and share my memories of a film career that took me from the Miss Burbank Contest of 1948 to the work I did in 2012.... To paraphrase Bette Davis: Fasten your seatbelts, I've had a bumpy ride." Unsinkable shines a spotlight on the resilient woman whose talent and passion for her work have endured for more than six decades. In her engaging, down-to-earth voice, Debbie shares private details about her man and money troubles, including building and losing her Las Vegas dream hotel and her treasured Hollywood memorabilia collection. Yet no matter how difficult the problems, the show always goes on. Debbie also invites us into the close circle of her family, speaking with deep affection and honesty about her relationships with her children, Carrie and Todd Fisher. She looks back at her life as an actress during Hollywood's Golden Age - "the most magical time you could imagine" - including her lifelong friendship with (and years-long estrangement from) the legendary Elizabeth Taylor. Here, too, are stories that never reached the tabloids about numerous celebrities, such as Ava Gardner, Clark Gable, Frank Sinatra, Mick Jagger, Gene Kelly, and many more. She takes us on a guided tour through her movies with delightful, often hilarious behind-the-scenes anecdotes about every film in which she was involved, from 1948 to the present. Frank and forthright, and featuring dozens of previously unseen photos from Debbie's personal collection, Unsinkable is a poignant reminder that there is light in the darkest times. It is a revealing portrait of a woman whose determination is an inspiration. Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/312/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: Unsinkable Subtitle: A Memoir Author: Dorian Hannaway, Debbie Reynolds Narrator: Debbie Reynolds Format: Unabridged Length: 10 hrs and 28 mins Language: English Release date: 04-02-13 Publisher: HarperAudio Ratings: 4.5 of 5 out of 335 votes Genres: Bios & Memoirs, Celebrities Publisher's Summary: The definitive memoir by legendary actress and performer Debbie Reynolds - an entertaining and moving story of enduring friendships and unbreakable family bonds, of hitting bottom and rising to the top again - that offers a unique and deeply personal perspective on Hollywood and its elite, from the glory days of MGM to the present. In the closing pages of her 1988 autobiography Debbie: My Life, Debbie Reynolds wrote about finding her "brave, loyal, and loving" new husband. After two broken marriages, this third, she believed, was her lucky charm. But within a few years, Debbie discovered that he had betrayed her emotionally and financially, nearly destroying her life. Today, she writes, "When I read the optimistic ending of my last memoir now, I can't believe how naive I was when I wrote it. In Unsinkable, I look back at the many years since then, and share my memories of a film career that took me from the Miss Burbank Contest of 1948 to the work I did in 2012.... To paraphrase Bette Davis: Fasten your seatbelts, I've had a bumpy ride." Unsinkable shines a spotlight on the resilient woman whose talent and passion for her work have endured for more than six decades. In her engaging, down-to-earth voice, Debbie shares private details about her man and money troubles, including building and losing her Las Vegas dream hotel and her treasured Hollywood memorabilia collection. Yet no matter how difficult the problems, the show always goes on. Debbie also invites us into the close circle of her family, speaking with deep affection and honesty about her relationships with her children, Carrie and Todd Fisher. She looks back at her life as an actress during Hollywood's Golden Age - "the most magical time you could imagine" - including her lifelong friendship with (and years-long estrangement from) the legendary Elizabeth Taylor. Here, too, are stories that never reached the tabloids about numerous celebrities, such as Ava Gardner, Clark Gable, Frank Sinatra, Mick Jagger, Gene Kelly, and many more. She takes us on a guided tour through her movies with delightful, often hilarious behind-the-scenes anecdotes about every film in which she was involved, from 1948 to the present. Frank and forthright, and featuring dozens of previously unseen photos from Debbie's personal collection, Unsinkable is a poignant reminder that there is light in the darkest times. It is a revealing portrait of a woman whose determination is an inspiration. Members Reviews: Total fun with Debbie Reynolds What made the experience of listening to Unsinkable the most enjoyable? The fact that it was read by the author herself. Have you listened to any of Debbie Reynoldss other performances before? How does this one compare? I loved Hollywood Anecdotes, which I believe she did several years prior to this. Her delivery of the lines for several actors quotes was a hoot in that book. Did you have an extreme reaction to this book? Did it make you laugh or cry? I was surprised at how many times she made financial mistakes, but was glad to learn she always came out on top in the end. A most enjoyable journey into the inside thoughts of a movie star. Any additional comments? Debbie Reynolds needs to do more of these, as her reading brings the words to life. Unsinkable Personality I have enjoyed watching Debbie for many, many years. Her movies are a delight and so is she. https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/pd/Bios-Memoirs/Bite-Me-Audiobook/B01F2N3VQY Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/312/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: Bite Me Subtitle: How Lyme Disease Stole My Childhood, Made Me Crazy, and Almost Killed Me Author: Ally Hilfiger, Tommy Hilfiger - foreword Narrator: Ally Hilfiger Format: Unabridged Length: 9 hrs and 27 mins Language: English Release date: 05-10-16 Publisher: Hachette Audio Ratings: 4.5 of 5 out of 85 votes Genres: Bios & Memoirs, Celebrities Publisher's Summary: Ally was at a breaking point when she woke up in a psych ward at the age of 18. She couldn't put a sentence together, let alone take a shower, eat a meal, or pick up a phone. What had gone wrong? In recent years, she had produced a feature film, a popular reality show for a major network, and had acted in an off-Broadway play. But now Ally was pushed to a psychotic break after struggling since she was seven years old with physical symptoms that no doctor could explain - everything from joint pain to night sweats, memory loss, nausea, and brain fog. A doctor in the psych ward was finally able to give her the answers she and her family had desperately been searching for and the diagnosis that all the previous doctors had missed. She learned that she had Lyme disease - and finally had a breakthrough. What she didn't know was that this diagnosis would lead her down some of the most excruciating years of her life before beginning her journey to recovery from 11 years of misdiagnosis and physical pain. She would need to find her courage to heal physically, mentally, and emotionally and become the survivor she is today. Set against the backdrop of the fast-paced fashion and entertainment industries, Bite Me shares the heartbreaking and hilarious stories that moved Ally forward on her journey from sickness to health. Its themes will be familiar to more than 300,000 Americans diagnosed with Lyme disease each year, many of whom, like Ally, wondered for years what was wrong with them. Bite Me offers listeners hope and ideas for how one can transition from victim to survivor and shares the spiritual principles and actions that have contributed to her wholeness as a human, a mother, and an international spokesperson against Lyme disease. Critic Reviews: "Bite Me is captivating. Ally recounts her experience battling misdiagnosis and a debilitating tormentor with a humor and power that can inspire us all. She gives a voice to others who are struggling." (Georgia May Jagger) "Bite Me is a must-read. It is riveting, personal, and well written. Its spiritual message is powerful and inspirational. With love all things are possible." (Russell Simmons) "Reading Ally's struggle of dealing with the debilitating effects of Lyme disease is a total inspiration. Her cheerful strength of will and determination to rise above the exhausting days of not knowing the way out proves once again that the human spirit can prevail in the most strenuous of circumstances." (Bryan Adams) biacuaduc@gmail.com (Ally Hilfiger) Tue, 10 May 2016 13:04:28 GMT https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/pd/Bios-Memoirs/Bite-Me-Audiobook/B01F2N3VQY thebookvoice.com 09:27:00 no Listen to full audiobooks for free on thebookvoice.com Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/312/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: Bite Me Subtitle: How Lyme Disease Stole My Childhood, Made Me Crazy, and Almost Killed Me Author: Ally Hilfiger, Tommy Hilfiger - foreword Narrator: Ally Hilfiger Format: Unabridged Length: 9 hrs and 27 mins Language: English Release date: 05-10-16 Publisher: Hachette Audio Ratings: 4.5 of 5 out of 85 votes Genres: Bios & Memoirs, Celebrities Publisher's Summary: Ally was at a breaking point when she woke up in a psych ward at the age of 18. She couldn't put a sentence together, let alone take a shower, eat a meal, or pick up a phone. What had gone wrong? In recent years, she had produced a feature film, a popular reality show for a major network, and had acted in an off-Broadway play. But now Ally was pushed to a psychotic break after struggling since she was seven years old with physical symptoms that no doctor could explain - everything from joint pain to night sweats, memory loss, nausea, and brain fog. A doctor in the psych ward was finally able to give her the answers she and her family had desperately been searching for and the diagnosis that all the previous doctors had missed. She learned that she had Lyme disease - and finally had a breakthrough. What she didn't know was that this diagnosis would lead her down some of the most excruciating years of her life before beginning her journey to recovery from 11 years of misdiagnosis and physical pain. She would need to find her courage to heal physically, mentally, and emotionally and become the survivor she is today. Set against the backdrop of the fast-paced fashion and entertainment industries, Bite Me shares the heartbreaking and hilarious stories that moved Ally forward on her journey from sickness to health. Its themes will be familiar to more than 300,000 Americans diagnosed with Lyme disease each year, many of whom, like Ally, wondered for years what was wrong with them. Bite Me offers listeners hope and ideas for how one can transition from victim to survivor and shares the spiritual principles and actions that have contributed to her wholeness as a human, a mother, and an international spokesperson against Lyme disease. Critic Reviews: "Bite Me is captivating. Ally recounts her experience battling misdiagnosis and a debilitating tormentor with a humor and power that can inspire us all. She gives a voice to others who are struggling." (Georgia May Jagger) "Bite Me is a must-read. It is riveting, personal, and well written. Its spiritual message is powerful and inspirational. With love all things are possible." (Russell Simmons) "Reading Ally's struggle of dealing with the debilitating effects of Lyme disease is a total inspiration. Her cheerful strength of will and determination to rise above the exhausting days of not knowing the way out proves once again that the human spirit can prevail in the most strenuous of circumstances." (Bryan Adams) Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/312/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: Bite Me Subtitle: How Lyme Disease Stole My Childhood, Made Me Crazy, and Almost Killed Me Author: Ally Hilfiger, Tommy Hilfiger - foreword Narrator: Ally Hilfiger Format: Unabridged Length: 9 hrs and 27 mins Language: English Release date: 05-10-16 Publisher: Hachette Audio Ratings: 4.5 of 5 out of 85 votes Genres: Bios & Memoirs, Celebrities Publisher's Summary: Ally was at a breaking point when she woke up in a psych ward at the age of 18. She couldn't put a sentence together, let alone take a shower, eat a meal, or pick up a phone. What had gone wrong? In recent years, she had produced a feature film, a popular reality show for a major network, and had acted in an off-Broadway play. But now Ally was pushed to a psychotic break after struggling since she was seven years old with physical symptoms that no doctor could explain - everything from joint pain to night sweats, memory loss, nausea, and brain fog. A doctor in the psych ward was finally able to give her the answers she and her family had desperately been searching for and the diagnosis that all the previous doctors had missed. She learned that she had Lyme disease - and finally had a breakthrough. What she didn't know was that this diagnosis would lead her down some of the most excruciating years of her life before beginning her journey to recovery from 11 years of misdiagnosis and physical pain. She would need to find her courage to heal physically, mentally, and emotionally and become the survivor she is today. Set against the backdrop of the fast-paced fashion and entertainment industries, Bite Me shares the heartbreaking and hilarious stories that moved Ally forward on her journey from sickness to health. Its themes will be familiar to more than 300,000 Americans diagnosed with Lyme disease each year, many of whom, like Ally, wondered for years what was wrong with them. Bite Me offers listeners hope and ideas for how one can transition from victim to survivor and shares the spiritual principles and actions that have contributed to her wholeness as a human, a mother, and an international spokesperson against Lyme disease. Critic Reviews: "Bite Me is captivating. Ally recounts her experience battling misdiagnosis and a debilitating tormentor with a humor and power that can inspire us all. She gives a voice to others who are struggling." (Georgia May Jagger) "Bite Me is a must-read. It is riveting, personal, and well written. Its spiritual message is powerful and inspirational. With love all things are possible." (Russell Simmons) "Reading Ally's struggle of dealing with the debilitating effects of Lyme disease is a total inspiration. Her cheerful strength of will and determination to rise above the exhausting days of not knowing the way out proves once again that the human spirit can prevail in the most strenuous of circumstances." (Bryan Adams) Members Reviews: Its a hard pass for me. I was actually really excited to get this autobiography and looked forward to hearing Allys battle with Lyme. It was more about her name dropping and oh well I wore this on the day that I found out I had Lyme. I wore this dress when I realized the treatment wasnt working. I went to this private island to completely rid myself of toxic energy and then my boyfriend and I lived on that island and we meditated and drank fabulous cups of tea and by golly if only every Lyme sufferer had millions of dollars to blow then we would all be okay! Hard pass for me and I am ashamed that I spent a credit on this book. excellent book, describes her symptoms well as to excellent book, she describes her symptoms well in order to educate the public about lyme disease. https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/pd/Bios-Memoirs/Jeff-Gordon-Audiobook/B0721NW7SX Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/312/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: Jeff Gordon Subtitle: His Dream, Drive & Destiny Author: Joe Garner Narrator: Michael Butler Murray Format: Unabridged Length: 8 hrs and 34 mins Language: English Release date: 06-27-17 Publisher: Audible Studios Ratings: 4.5 of 5 out of 42 votes Genres: Bios & Memoirs, Celebrities Publisher's Summary: "I purposely waited until I retired from driving so the book would encompass my entire career," says Jeff Gordon. "People are going to be able to read about me like they've never read about me before." The first-ever authorized biography of Jeff Gordon, the four-time champion racing legend. For over a year, Garner interviewed and observed Gordon at races, at special events, and at home. The book is based on extensive interviews with Gordon as well as in-depth interviews with dozens of family members, friends, competitors, and colleagues, some of whom have never gone on the record before. Jeff speaks candidly, sometimes brutally so, about his childhood, his much publicized divorce, those he competed against, his family, and life after racing. Gordon's meteoric rise through racing's ranks is a classic American success story. Listeners will find inspiration in Gordon's candid take on his pivotal life episodes. About the author: Five-time New York Times best-selling author Joe Garner has become one of the premiere chroniclers of America's popular culture. With his seminal work, We Interrupt This Broadcast, he took publishing by storm, selling nearly 700,000 copies and hitting the New York Times best-seller list in two consecutive years. He has produced several other best sellers. His most recent New York Times and USA Today best seller is 100 Yards of Glory, about the greatest moments in NFL history, with Bob Costas. Gordon and Garner first worked together in 2006 on the multimedia book Speed, Guts & Glory, about landmark moments in NASCAR history. biacuaduc@gmail.com (Joe Garner) Tue, 27 Jun 2017 17:45:42 GMT https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/pd/Bios-Memoirs/Jeff-Gordon-Audiobook/B0721NW7SX thebookvoice.com 08:34:00 no Listen to full audiobooks for free on thebookvoice.com Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/312/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: Jeff Gordon Subtitle: His Dream, Drive & Destiny Author: Joe Garner Narrator: Michael Butler Murray Format: Unabridged Length: 8 hrs and 34 mins Language: English Release date: 06-27-17 Publisher: Audible Studios Ratings: 4.5 of 5 out of 42 votes Genres: Bios & Memoirs, Celebrities Publisher's Summary: "I purposely waited until I retired from driving so the book would encompass my entire career," says Jeff Gordon. "People are going to be able to read about me like they've never read about me before." The first-ever authorized biography of Jeff Gordon, the four-time champion racing legend. For over a year, Garner interviewed and observed Gordon at races, at special events, and at home. The book is based on extensive interviews with Gordon as well as in-depth interviews with dozens of family members, friends, competitors, and colleagues, some of whom have never gone on the record before. Jeff speaks candidly, sometimes brutally so, about his childhood, his much publicized divorce, those he competed against, his family, and life after racing. Gordon's meteoric rise through racing's ranks is a classic American success story. Listeners will find inspiration in Gordon's candid take on his pivotal life episodes. About the author: Five-time New York Times best-selling author Joe Garner has become one of the premiere chroniclers of America's popular culture. With his seminal work, We Interrupt This Broadcast, he took publishing by storm, selling nearly 700,000 copies and hitting the New York Times best-seller list in two consecutive years. He has produced several other best sellers. His most recent New York Times and USA Today best seller is 100 Yards of Glory, about the greatest moments in NFL history, with Bob Costas. Gordon and Garner first worked together in 2006 on the multimedia book Speed, Guts & Glory, about landmark moments in NASCAR history. Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/312/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: Jeff Gordon Subtitle: His Dream, Drive & Destiny Author: Joe Garner Narrator: Michael Butler Murray Format: Unabridged Length: 8 hrs and 34 mins Language: English Release date: 06-27-17 Publisher: Audible Studios Ratings: 4.5 of 5 out of 42 votes Genres: Bios & Memoirs, Celebrities Publisher's Summary: "I purposely waited until I retired from driving so the book would encompass my entire career," says Jeff Gordon. "People are going to be able to read about me like they've never read about me before." The first-ever authorized biography of Jeff Gordon, the four-time champion racing legend. For over a year, Garner interviewed and observed Gordon at races, at special events, and at home. The book is based on extensive interviews with Gordon as well as in-depth interviews with dozens of family members, friends, competitors, and colleagues, some of whom have never gone on the record before. Jeff speaks candidly, sometimes brutally so, about his childhood, his much publicized divorce, those he competed against, his family, and life after racing. Gordon's meteoric rise through racing's ranks is a classic American success story. Listeners will find inspiration in Gordon's candid take on his pivotal life episodes. About the author: Five-time New York Times best-selling author Joe Garner has become one of the premiere chroniclers of America's popular culture. With his seminal work, We Interrupt This Broadcast, he took publishing by storm, selling nearly 700,000 copies and hitting the New York Times best-seller list in two consecutive years. He has produced several other best sellers. His most recent New York Times and USA Today best seller is 100 Yards of Glory, about the greatest moments in NFL history, with Bob Costas. Gordon and Garner first worked together in 2006 on the multimedia book Speed, Guts & Glory, about landmark moments in NASCAR history. Members Reviews: Love this book. Finished reading this book, what a great story on Jeff's career. Highly recommend this book. Great pictures, some I have never seen before. Great book. Lots of history and insight to what ... Great book. Lots of history and insight to what got him to were he is. A must read for any gordon fan. Many never seen pictures. Great Book Nice hardback book about Jeff Gordon's career with lots of pictures and information on the driver during his racing career. I really enjoyed this book of Jeff and his ups and downs I really enjoyed this book of Jeff and his ups and downs. Of course, 99% have been ups, however I really loved this book. It made him sound more like a human instead of someone that was had been in the limelight for most of his life. I definitely am glad that I bought and read this book about his up's and down's. He is a class act as far as I'm concerned. Of course, Kyle Larson is by far my favorite drive and can't wait until Feb Must Read MUST READ BOOK!!! Let me tell you I hate reading but I have not been able to stop reading this book for the last couple of days now that's how good it is. You must buy and read!!! https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/pd/Bios-Memoirs/Dancing-Through-Life-Audiobook/B013TJBN0Y Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/312/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: Dancing Through Life Subtitle: Steps of Courage and Conviction Author: Erin Davis, Candace Cameron Bure Narrator: Candace Cameron Bure Format: Unabridged Length: 5 hrs and 58 mins Language: English Release date: 08-13-15 Publisher: christianaudio.com Ratings: 4.5 of 5 out of 84 votes Genres: Bios & Memoirs, Celebrities Publisher's Summary: Candace Cameron Bure has grown up before our eyes, and we've watched as she's balanced life in Hollywood with her faith for many years. But that all reached new heights when she was given the opportunity to join the cast of Dancing With the Stars. Being on the show was one of her dreams come true, and with that dream came the opportunity to display her Christian faith in front of millions of people through an intense season of stretching beyond her limits and to run the race God gave her with joy and perseverance. Join Candace as she reflects on the self-discovery that came through leaping out of her comfort zone. Go behind the scenes and experience the highs and lows, the roadblocks, and the personal victories. Hear straight from her heart on tough lessons learned about grace, rejection, perfectionism, disappointment, accountability, dealing with criticism, and more. Through Gods strength, and with the help of endless support from her family and friends, see how Candace stayed true to herself and publicly lived out her faith in Christ all the way to the finale. How do you stand with conviction in your world? Where does your courage come from when faced with challenges? How do you live out your faith on a daily basis despite opposition? Your stage probably isn't in Hollywood, and the challenges you are facing may not be on live television, but they are no less real. Come along with Candace as she shares how she found the courage to stand with conviction on one of the largest platforms of her life. biacuaduc@gmail.com (Erin Davis) Thu, 13 Aug 2015 17:27:33 GMT https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/pd/Bios-Memoirs/Dancing-Through-Life-Audiobook/B013TJBN0Y thebookvoice.com 05:58:00 no Listen to full audiobooks for free on thebookvoice.com Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/312/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: Dancing Through Life Subtitle: Steps of Courage and Conviction Author: Erin Davis, Candace Cameron Bure Narrator: Candace Cameron Bure Format: Unabridged Length: 5 hrs and 58 mins Language: English Release date: 08-13-15 Publisher: christianaudio.com Ratings: 4.5 of 5 out of 84 votes Genres: Bios & Memoirs, Celebrities Publisher's Summary: Candace Cameron Bure has grown up before our eyes, and we've watched as she's balanced life in Hollywood with her faith for many years. But that all reached new heights when she was given the opportunity to join the cast of Dancing With the Stars. Being on the show was one of her dreams come true, and with that dream came the opportunity to display her Christian faith in front of millions of people through an intense season of stretching beyond her limits and to run the race God gave her with joy and perseverance. Join Candace as she reflects on the self-discovery that came through leaping out of her comfort zone. Go behind the scenes and experience the highs and lows, the roadblocks, and the personal victories. Hear straight from her heart on tough lessons learned about grace, rejection, perfectionism, disappointment, accountability, dealing with criticism, and more. Through Gods strength, and with the help of endless support from her family and friends, see how Candace stayed true to herself and publicly lived out her faith in Christ all the way to the finale. How do you stand with conviction in your world? Where does your courage come from when faced with challenges? How do you live out your faith on a daily basis despite opposition? Your stage probably isn't in Hollywood, and the challenges you are facing may not be on live television, but they are no less real. Come along with Candace as she shares how she found the courage to stand with conviction on one of the largest platforms of her life. Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/312/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: Dancing Through Life Subtitle: Steps of Courage and Conviction Author: Erin Davis, Candace Cameron Bure Narrator: Candace Cameron Bure Format: Unabridged Length: 5 hrs and 58 mins Language: English Release date: 08-13-15 Publisher: christianaudio.com Ratings: 4.5 of 5 out of 84 votes Genres: Bios & Memoirs, Celebrities Publisher's Summary: Candace Cameron Bure has grown up before our eyes, and we've watched as she's balanced life in Hollywood with her faith for many years. But that all reached new heights when she was given the opportunity to join the cast of Dancing With the Stars. Being on the show was one of her dreams come true, and with that dream came the opportunity to display her Christian faith in front of millions of people through an intense season of stretching beyond her limits and to run the race God gave her with joy and perseverance. Join Candace as she reflects on the self-discovery that came through leaping out of her comfort zone. Go behind the scenes and experience the highs and lows, the roadblocks, and the personal victories. Hear straight from her heart on tough lessons learned about grace, rejection, perfectionism, disappointment, accountability, dealing with criticism, and more. Through Gods strength, and with the help of endless support from her family and friends, see how Candace stayed true to herself and publicly lived out her faith in Christ all the way to the finale. How do you stand with conviction in your world? Where does your courage come from when faced with challenges? How do you live out your faith on a daily basis despite opposition? Your stage probably isn't in Hollywood, and the challenges you are facing may not be on live television, but they are no less real. Come along with Candace as she shares how she found the courage to stand with conviction on one of the largest platforms of her life. Members Reviews: Inspirational Thank you for the heart warming personal experiences you shared with your fans. A great book! Such a blessing! This book was absolutely amazing! I thoroughly enjoyed every minute of it and was challenged and encouraged in my faith. I highly recommend it!! appreciated her boldness and her humility. story idea was great, but i really bored with the weekly struggles.... i like listening to her. And enjoyed her convictions, but didn't finish as i thought it would continue along the same lines. i appreciate her boldness and sharing Lovely Great job Candace, loved all the details about the show. I enjoyed all the scripture references very much. Great Life Lessons This book left me wanting more; I enjoyed her perspective, loved the narration & was very encouraged in my walk. https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/pd/Bios-Memoirs/When-the-Game-Was-Ours-Audiobook/B002V1M554 Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/312/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: When the Game Was Ours Author: Larry Bird, Earvin "Magic" Johnson, Jackie MacMullan Narrator: Dick Hill Format: Unabridged Length: 13 hrs and 1 min Language: English Release date: 11-20-09 Publisher: Brilliance Audio Ratings: 4.5 of 5 out of 307 votes Genres: Bios & Memoirs, Celebrities Publisher's Summary: Each pushed the other to greatness - together Bird and Johnson collected eight NBA Championships, and six MVP awards and helped save the floundering NBA at its most critical time. When it started they were bitter rivals, but along the way they became lifelong friends. With intimate, fly-on-the-wall detail, When the Game Was Ours transports listeners to this electric era of basketball and reveals for the first time the inner workings of two players dead set on besting one another. From the heady days of trading championships to the darker days of injury and illness, we come to understand Larry's obsessive devotion to winning and how his demons drove him on the court. We hear him talk with candor about playing through chronic pain and its truly exacting toll. In Magic we see a young, invincible star struggle with the sting of defeat, not just as a player but as a team leader. We are there the moment he learns he's contracted HIV and hear in his own words how that devastating news impacted his relationships in basketball and beyond. But always, in both cases, we see them prevail. A compelling, up close and personal portrait of basketball's most inimitable duo and a rollicking ride through professional basketball's best times. biacuaduc@gmail.com (Larry Bird) Fri, 20 Nov 2009 05:45:29 GMT https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/pd/Bios-Memoirs/When-the-Game-Was-Ours-Audiobook/B002V1M554 thebookvoice.com 13:01:00 no Listen to full audiobooks for free on thebookvoice.com Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/312/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: When the Game Was Ours Author: Larry Bird, Earvin "Magic" Johnson, Jackie MacMullan Narrator: Dick Hill Format: Unabridged Length: 13 hrs and 1 min Language: English Release date: 11-20-09 Publisher: Brilliance Audio Ratings: 4.5 of 5 out of 307 votes Genres: Bios & Memoirs, Celebrities Publisher's Summary: Each pushed the other to greatness - together Bird and Johnson collected eight NBA Championships, and six MVP awards and helped save the floundering NBA at its most critical time. When it started they were bitter rivals, but along the way they became lifelong friends. With intimate, fly-on-the-wall detail, When the Game Was Ours transports listeners to this electric era of basketball and reveals for the first time the inner workings of two players dead set on besting one another. From the heady days of trading championships to the darker days of injury and illness, we come to understand Larry's obsessive devotion to winning and how his demons drove him on the court. We hear him talk with candor about playing through chronic pain and its truly exacting toll. In Magic we see a young, invincible star struggle with the sting of defeat, not just as a player but as a team leader. We are there the moment he learns he's contracted HIV and hear in his own words how that devastating news impacted his relationships in basketball and beyond. But always, in both cases, we see them prevail. A compelling, up close and personal portrait of basketball's most inimitable duo and a rollicking ride through professional basketball's best times. Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/312/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: When the Game Was Ours Author: Larry Bird, Earvin "Magic" Johnson, Jackie MacMullan Narrator: Dick Hill Format: Unabridged Length: 13 hrs and 1 min Language: English Release date: 11-20-09 Publisher: Brilliance Audio Ratings: 4.5 of 5 out of 307 votes Genres: Bios & Memoirs, Celebrities Publisher's Summary: Each pushed the other to greatness - together Bird and Johnson collected eight NBA Championships, and six MVP awards and helped save the floundering NBA at its most critical time. When it started they were bitter rivals, but along the way they became lifelong friends. With intimate, fly-on-the-wall detail, When the Game Was Ours transports listeners to this electric era of basketball and reveals for the first time the inner workings of two players dead set on besting one another. From the heady days of trading championships to the darker days of injury and illness, we come to understand Larry's obsessive devotion to winning and how his demons drove him on the court. We hear him talk with candor about playing through chronic pain and its truly exacting toll. In Magic we see a young, invincible star struggle with the sting of defeat, not just as a player but as a team leader. We are there the moment he learns he's contracted HIV and hear in his own words how that devastating news impacted his relationships in basketball and beyond. But always, in both cases, we see them prevail. A compelling, up close and personal portrait of basketball's most inimitable duo and a rollicking ride through professional basketball's best times. Members Reviews: BIRD AND MAGIC Wow, not just a sports book but a testament to friendship built through competition. What a great story about men who led by example. Highly recommended! Great story; stilted delivery If you could sum up When the Game Was Ours in three words, what would they be? Larry and Magic What was one of the most memorable moments of When the Game Was Ours? Learning how continually connected these two greats were (and still are). Who would you have cast as narrator instead of Dick Hill? Someone who had the ability to speak naturally - Hill seemed overly intent on enunciating ev-er-y syll-a-ble, which is painful to listen to. In addition, he sounds so clunky reading the quotes from Larry that I could barely take it seriously. Finally, it seemed like he was unaware what basketball was. Was there a moment in the book that particularly moved you? Nope Magic and Larry-a great sports book Audible has gotten me hooked on Sports personality biographies-and they have another good solid listen in "When the Game Was Ours". Lucky enough to be a basketball fan during the pivotal years of Magic and Larry, so many memories are brought back in this great listen. I only wish another narrator had been chosen-I know Dick Hill is loved by so many people, but I have always found his narrations stiff and difficult to connect with. And, of course, he narrates all the Reacher novels..I really have had enough Dick Hill. However I was able to bare with it as he told the story of Magic and Larry's high school and college years, their families and the games-from their point of view. Well worth a credit-even if you aren't a sports fan. These two guys are great people as well as sports personalities. Great & Fun Read What did you love best about When the Game Was Ours? I loved the story of Bird growing up and his discipline and hard work were pillars of his life. I also loved the way Magic did not change who he was for anybody. I liked how two foes became the best of friends. Who was your favorite character and why? My favorite character was Larry because of the way he lived his life. https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/pd/Bios-Memoirs/Lucky-Man-Audiobook/B002V0JRRO Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/312/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: Lucky Man Subtitle: A Memoir Author: Michael J. Fox Narrator: Michael J. Fox Format: Abridged Length: 5 hrs and 30 mins Language: English Release date: 05-11-07 Publisher: Simon & Schuster Audio Ratings: 4.5 of 5 out of 402 votes Genres: Bios & Memoirs, Celebrities Publisher's Summary: Combining his trademark ironic sensibility and keen sense of the absurd, he recounts his life, from his childhood in a small town in western Canada to his meteoric rise in film and television, which made him a worldwide celebrity. Most importantly, however, he writes of the last 10 years, during which, with the unswerving support of his wife, family, and friends, he has dealt with his illness. He talks about what Parkinson's has given him: the chance to appreciate a wonderful life and career, and the opportunity to help search for a cure and spread public awareness of the disease. He is a very lucky man, indeed. Critic Reviews: "[Fox's] narrative and sentiment are heartfelt." (AudioFile) biacuaduc@gmail.com (Michael J. Fox) Fri, 11 May 2007 15:21:51 GMT https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/pd/Bios-Memoirs/Lucky-Man-Audiobook/B002V0JRRO thebookvoice.com 05:30:00 no Listen to full audiobooks for free on thebookvoice.com Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/312/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: Lucky Man Subtitle: A Memoir Author: Michael J. Fox Narrator: Michael J. Fox Format: Abridged Length: 5 hrs and 30 mins Language: English Release date: 05-11-07 Publisher: Simon & Schuster Audio Ratings: 4.5 of 5 out of 402 votes Genres: Bios & Memoirs, Celebrities Publisher's Summary: Combining his trademark ironic sensibility and keen sense of the absurd, he recounts his life, from his childhood in a small town in western Canada to his meteoric rise in film and television, which made him a worldwide celebrity. Most importantly, however, he writes of the last 10 years, during which, with the unswerving support of his wife, family, and friends, he has dealt with his illness. He talks about what Parkinson's has given him: the chance to appreciate a wonderful life and career, and the opportunity to help search for a cure and spread public awareness of the disease. He is a very lucky man, indeed. Critic Reviews: "[Fox's] narrative and sentiment are heartfelt." (AudioFile) Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/312/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: Lucky Man Subtitle: A Memoir Author: Michael J. Fox Narrator: Michael J. Fox Format: Abridged Length: 5 hrs and 30 mins Language: English Release date: 05-11-07 Publisher: Simon & Schuster Audio Ratings: 4.5 of 5 out of 402 votes Genres: Bios & Memoirs, Celebrities Publisher's Summary: Combining his trademark ironic sensibility and keen sense of the absurd, he recounts his life, from his childhood in a small town in western Canada to his meteoric rise in film and television, which made him a worldwide celebrity. Most importantly, however, he writes of the last 10 years, during which, with the unswerving support of his wife, family, and friends, he has dealt with his illness. He talks about what Parkinson's has given him: the chance to appreciate a wonderful life and career, and the opportunity to help search for a cure and spread public awareness of the disease. He is a very lucky man, indeed. Critic Reviews: "[Fox's] narrative and sentiment are heartfelt." (AudioFile) Members Reviews: The True Story of Onset Parkinson's - Life Goes On I should state that I have 2 disabling neurological diseases; Post-Polio and Guillain-Barré. So I am looking through the lens of someone who has gone through many of the same experiences, physically and mentally, as Michael J. Fox. In fact, that is the reason I chose to listen to this book. Only someone who has a progressive disabling condition can tell the story, and Mr. Fox does an excellent job. As a narrator he is natural, relaxed, as if speaking a to close friend. He describes the challenges of dealing with the inevitable, in a matter of fact style that draws the listener into his world. It is an almost impossible task to explain the mental and physical effects to someone who has not experienced a disabling condition. Yet, as author and narrator he tells the story of the onset of Parkinson's as it happens. Being told by doctors that he is too young, hiding the symptoms from his employer, knowing that something is seriously wrong. (Disclaimer, my own experience parallels his so closely, that I can attest to his honesty) For someone who has a disability his story resonates without a sense of pity. It is comforting, in astrange way, to relive the experiences, knowing that you are not alone. For those who do not have a disability his book is educational, and on its own merit a well told tale. I wish everyone would listen to Michael J. Fox tell his own story in his own words. I wish that people could understand what a person with a disability goes through, the world would be a kinder place. The fact the he is a celebrity reaching the peak of his career when Parkinson's begins, adds an element of interest apart from his disease. The book is not depressing, it is even humorous at times. It is the story of a very likeable person, a husband, loving father and a hard working actor. Lucky Man is the first of Michael J. Fox's trilogy. Having thoroughly enjoyed this book, I bought the other two. I can't wait to listen to those books as well. Not Bad for a Celebrity Story I really do loathe celebrity books but I do occasioanlly get sucked up by curiosity to see what they say. There was not the typical dissappointment with this purchase. As a nurse, I appreciate not only the simple explanation of MJF's experience of acknowledging his symptoms but also his explanations of diagnosis and treatment. No chronic illness is easy, especially for someone in the spotlight. It is sad that there is the "need" to try to hide an illness. MJF is definitely an inspiration as a human being struggling with a devastating disease such as Parkinson's. https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/pd/Bios-Memoirs/The-Maddie-Diaries-Audiobook/B01N6XW61D Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/312/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: The Maddie Diaries Subtitle: A Memoir Author: Maddie Ziegler Narrator: Maddie Ziegler Format: Unabridged Length: 4 hrs and 30 mins Language: English Release date: 03-07-17 Publisher: Simon & Schuster Audio Ratings: 4.5 of 5 out of 51 votes Genres: Bios & Memoirs, Celebrities Publisher's Summary: Teen dance prodigy, breakout Dance Moms star, and judge on So You Think You Can Dance: The Next Generation presents her uplifting coming-of-age memoir about following her dreams and working hard to achieve success in both the dance world and in life. Maddie Ziegler had hoped to become a star - she just didn't know how soon that day would come. At just eight years old, she was cast on Lifetime's hit reality show Dance Moms and quickly won the hearts of fans everywhere with her natural talent and determination. Soon she was catching eyes all over - including those of pop superstar Sia, who handpicked her to star in the incredibly popular music video "Chandelier". The rest, as they say, was history. In this inspirational memoir, Maddie explains the hard work she puts into her rise to stardom and how she keeps her balance along the way - starring in music videos, going on tour, and becoming an actress in The Book of Henry with Naomi Watts and Jacob Tremblay. She also answers her fans' burning questions with wise advice she's learned on her journey. With honesty, charm, and humor, Maddie offers her unique perspective on making her way in the world as a young teenager, reflecting on the lessons she's learned - and preparing for the exciting road ahead. biacuaduc@gmail.com (Maddie Ziegler) Tue, 07 Mar 2017 14:40:51 GMT https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/pd/Bios-Memoirs/The-Maddie-Diaries-Audiobook/B01N6XW61D thebookvoice.com 04:30:00 no Listen to full audiobooks for free on thebookvoice.com Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/312/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: The Maddie Diaries Subtitle: A Memoir Author: Maddie Ziegler Narrator: Maddie Ziegler Format: Unabridged Length: 4 hrs and 30 mins Language: English Release date: 03-07-17 Publisher: Simon & Schuster Audio Ratings: 4.5 of 5 out of 51 votes Genres: Bios & Memoirs, Celebrities Publisher's Summary: Teen dance prodigy, breakout Dance Moms star, and judge on So You Think You Can Dance: The Next Generation presents her uplifting coming-of-age memoir about following her dreams and working hard to achieve success in both the dance world and in life. Maddie Ziegler had hoped to become a star - she just didn't know how soon that day would come. At just eight years old, she was cast on Lifetime's hit reality show Dance Moms and quickly won the hearts of fans everywhere with her natural talent and determination. Soon she was catching eyes all over - including those of pop superstar Sia, who handpicked her to star in the incredibly popular music video "Chandelier". The rest, as they say, was history. In this inspirational memoir, Maddie explains the hard work she puts into her rise to stardom and how she keeps her balance along the way - starring in music videos, going on tour, and becoming an actress in The Book of Henry with Naomi Watts and Jacob Tremblay. She also answers her fans' burning questions with wise advice she's learned on her journey. With honesty, charm, and humor, Maddie offers her unique perspective on making her way in the world as a young teenager, reflecting on the lessons she's learned - and preparing for the exciting road ahead. Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/312/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: The Maddie Diaries Subtitle: A Memoir Author: Maddie Ziegler Narrator: Maddie Ziegler Format: Unabridged Length: 4 hrs and 30 mins Language: English Release date: 03-07-17 Publisher: Simon & Schuster Audio Ratings: 4.5 of 5 out of 51 votes Genres: Bios & Memoirs, Celebrities Publisher's Summary: Teen dance prodigy, breakout Dance Moms star, and judge on So You Think You Can Dance: The Next Generation presents her uplifting coming-of-age memoir about following her dreams and working hard to achieve success in both the dance world and in life. Maddie Ziegler had hoped to become a star - she just didn't know how soon that day would come. At just eight years old, she was cast on Lifetime's hit reality show Dance Moms and quickly won the hearts of fans everywhere with her natural talent and determination. Soon she was catching eyes all over - including those of pop superstar Sia, who handpicked her to star in the incredibly popular music video "Chandelier". The rest, as they say, was history. In this inspirational memoir, Maddie explains the hard work she puts into her rise to stardom and how she keeps her balance along the way - starring in music videos, going on tour, and becoming an actress in The Book of Henry with Naomi Watts and Jacob Tremblay. She also answers her fans' burning questions with wise advice she's learned on her journey. With honesty, charm, and humor, Maddie offers her unique perspective on making her way in the world as a young teenager, reflecting on the lessons she's learned - and preparing for the exciting road ahead. Members Reviews: I've learnt a lot It is a good, funny, interesting book. We get to hear about maddies life!!! I like listening to thins on audible because we can hear it from maddie herself. Thanx maddie Amazing this book just made Maddie Zeigler a completely different person!!!! This book is amazing. Wow One of the best books I've read Hi, I'm Pamela, I'm from Mexico but now I'm living in Paris, once I new that Maddie wrote I book I preordered here in Paris to have it, then I found that the audio book was read by Maddie, and I had to buy it as well. Honestly it's one of the best books that I'd read (listen) and it just amazed me that it was written by a 14 year old, even though I'm 23, I can totally relate to things that Maddie has lived and felt, 100% recommended!! https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/pd/Bios-Memoirs/The-Life-and-Loves-of-a-He-Devil-Audiobook/B00M4LRMU4 Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/312/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: The Life and Loves of a He Devil Author: Graham Norton Narrator: Graham Norton Format: Unabridged Length: 6 hrs and 58 mins Language: English Release date: 10-23-14 Publisher: Hodder & Stoughton Ratings: 4.5 of 5 out of 214 votes Genres: Bios & Memoirs, Celebrities Publisher's Summary: Graham Norton has been entertaining audiences and having fun with some of the world's biggest stars for nearly 20 years. He is loved across the nation for his delight in the peculiar and for his ability to find humour and a common ground in all that life brings. The Life and Loves of a He Devil is Graham's funny and honest memoir on the theme of love. As he shows, it's really the things you love that make you who you are and so Graham tells his story from his Irish childhood to the present day, describing just what and who he loved - and sometimes lost - as a young boy, and his new loves and obsessions - big and small - as he's grown older. It's been 10 years since his last book and being a decade older Graham has come to realise that what makes a life interesting is less what happens to you and more what inspires and drives you, what you love.... From Dolly Parton and dogs to wine and Ireland, Graham tells of his life and loves with characteristic humour and outrageous candour. biacuaduc@gmail.com (Graham Norton) Thu, 23 Oct 2014 00:17:04 GMT https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/pd/Bios-Memoirs/The-Life-and-Loves-of-a-He-Devil-Audiobook/B00M4LRMU4 thebookvoice.com 06:58:00 no Listen to full audiobooks for free on thebookvoice.com Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/312/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: The Life and Loves of a He Devil Author: Graham Norton Narrator: Graham Norton Format: Unabridged Length: 6 hrs and 58 mins Language: English Release date: 10-23-14 Publisher: Hodder & Stoughton Ratings: 4.5 of 5 out of 214 votes Genres: Bios & Memoirs, Celebrities Publisher's Summary: Graham Norton has been entertaining audiences and having fun with some of the world's biggest stars for nearly 20 years. He is loved across the nation for his delight in the peculiar and for his ability to find humour and a common ground in all that life brings. The Life and Loves of a He Devil is Graham's funny and honest memoir on the theme of love. As he shows, it's really the things you love that make you who you are and so Graham tells his story from his Irish childhood to the present day, describing just what and who he loved - and sometimes lost - as a young boy, and his new loves and obsessions - big and small - as he's grown older. It's been 10 years since his last book and being a decade older Graham has come to realise that what makes a life interesting is less what happens to you and more what inspires and drives you, what you love.... From Dolly Parton and dogs to wine and Ireland, Graham tells of his life and loves with characteristic humour and outrageous candour. Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/312/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: The Life and Loves of a He Devil Author: Graham Norton Narrator: Graham Norton Format: Unabridged Length: 6 hrs and 58 mins Language: English Release date: 10-23-14 Publisher: Hodder & Stoughton Ratings: 4.5 of 5 out of 214 votes Genres: Bios & Memoirs, Celebrities Publisher's Summary: Graham Norton has been entertaining audiences and having fun with some of the world's biggest stars for nearly 20 years. He is loved across the nation for his delight in the peculiar and for his ability to find humour and a common ground in all that life brings. The Life and Loves of a He Devil is Graham's funny and honest memoir on the theme of love. As he shows, it's really the things you love that make you who you are and so Graham tells his story from his Irish childhood to the present day, describing just what and who he loved - and sometimes lost - as a young boy, and his new loves and obsessions - big and small - as he's grown older. It's been 10 years since his last book and being a decade older Graham has come to realise that what makes a life interesting is less what happens to you and more what inspires and drives you, what you love.... From Dolly Parton and dogs to wine and Ireland, Graham tells of his life and loves with characteristic humour and outrageous candour. Members Reviews: Light frothy fun This was a fun listen, bawdy at times, honest and personal. I enjoyed it but I was already a fan. Read if you want to laugh-cry... Any additional comments? I knew nothing of Mr. Norton before this book but he is now one of my YouTube staples. I wish American talk shows would try his format of having all the guests out together the whole time. I enjoy seeing different celebrities interact. Maybe they just don't have Norton's degree of skill at hosting. He seems like he would throw the best parties. He's hilarious & I wish audible had his first memoir available as well. Easy and funny listen Very easy and funny book. Also read really well by Graham himself. The book's length is perfect. Not too long. It was a perfect and entertaining listen for my hours on the road. Graham Norton revealed A funny and revealing book . An excellent read. Graham needs to do more books like this one! Funny charming Love Graham Norton. He's funny and charming and just the right amount of self-deprecating that isn't over the top. He doesn't take himself too seriously and our dogs couldn't be more similar in temperament. Found myself chuckling at my desk many times. https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/pd/Bios-Memoirs/Leading-with-the-Heart-Audiobook/B01G9EP0W8 Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/312/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: Leading with the Heart Subtitle: Coach K's Successful Strategies for Basketball, Business, and Life Author: Donald T. Phillips, Mike Krzyzewski Narrator: Richard Davidson Format: Unabridged Length: 7 hrs and 41 mins Language: English Release date: 05-31-16 Publisher: Recorded Books Ratings: 4.5 of 5 out of 48 votes Genres: Bios & Memoirs, Celebrities Publisher's Summary: Mike Krzyzewski's eight trips to the Final Four and two national championships with Duke University make him one of the most successful college basketball coaches of all time. With Donald T. Phillips, the best-selling author of Lincoln on Leadership, Krzyzewski explains the techniques that have made his program so successful and offers advice on using those same strategies to excel in both your business and personal lives. Coach K's blueprint for success begins in the preseason by building the right team and allowing dynamic leaders to step forward. In the regular season, he stresses teamwork and finds ways to turn negative situations into something positive. His teams' postseason victories come from allowing time to refresh and renew their commitment as well as from focusing on the task at hand. With personal examples from his life and coaching career, Krzyzewski offers unbeatable tools for success. Narrator Richard M. Davidson's conversational style perfectly matches Coach K's relaxed tone. biacuaduc@gmail.com (Donald T. Phillips) Tue, 31 May 2016 10:12:15 GMT https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/pd/Bios-Memoirs/Leading-with-the-Heart-Audiobook/B01G9EP0W8 thebookvoice.com 07:41:00 no Listen to full audiobooks for free on thebookvoice.com Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/312/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: Leading with the Heart Subtitle: Coach K's Successful Strategies for Basketball, Business, and Life Author: Donald T. Phillips, Mike Krzyzewski Narrator: Richard Davidson Format: Unabridged Length: 7 hrs and 41 mins Language: English Release date: 05-31-16 Publisher: Recorded Books Ratings: 4.5 of 5 out of 48 votes Genres: Bios & Memoirs, Celebrities Publisher's Summary: Mike Krzyzewski's eight trips to the Final Four and two national championships with Duke University make him one of the most successful college basketball coaches of all time. With Donald T. Phillips, the best-selling author of Lincoln on Leadership, Krzyzewski explains the techniques that have made his program so successful and offers advice on using those same strategies to excel in both your business and personal lives. Coach K's blueprint for success begins in the preseason by building the right team and allowing dynamic leaders to step forward. In the regular season, he stresses teamwork and finds ways to turn negative situations into something positive. His teams' postseason victories come from allowing time to refresh and renew their commitment as well as from focusing on the task at hand. With personal examples from his life and coaching career, Krzyzewski offers unbeatable tools for success. Narrator Richard M. Davidson's conversational style perfectly matches Coach K's relaxed tone. Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/312/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: Leading with the Heart Subtitle: Coach K's Successful Strategies for Basketball, Business, and Life Author: Donald T. Phillips, Mike Krzyzewski Narrator: Richard Davidson Format: Unabridged Length: 7 hrs and 41 mins Language: English Release date: 05-31-16 Publisher: Recorded Books Ratings: 4.5 of 5 out of 48 votes Genres: Bios & Memoirs, Celebrities Publisher's Summary: Mike Krzyzewski's eight trips to the Final Four and two national championships with Duke University make him one of the most successful college basketball coaches of all time. With Donald T. Phillips, the best-selling author of Lincoln on Leadership, Krzyzewski explains the techniques that have made his program so successful and offers advice on using those same strategies to excel in both your business and personal lives. Coach K's blueprint for success begins in the preseason by building the right team and allowing dynamic leaders to step forward. In the regular season, he stresses teamwork and finds ways to turn negative situations into something positive. His teams' postseason victories come from allowing time to refresh and renew their commitment as well as from focusing on the task at hand. With personal examples from his life and coaching career, Krzyzewski offers unbeatable tools for success. Narrator Richard M. Davidson's conversational style perfectly matches Coach K's relaxed tone. Members Reviews: Coach K fan I've always been a Coach K fan but now that I know more of his story, I'm an even bigger fan. Loved how he blended his heart for the game of basketball and coaching with the game of life. Great lessons by Coach K This book provides great lessons that can be used at any level of sports or business Disappointing What disappointed you about Leading with the Heart? Not sure who the audience is. The book is about how he runs practices and remembering some of the players he used to coach. Then he explains simple things like how players "foul out". Would you ever listen to anything by Mike Krzyzewski and Donald T. Phillips again? No. This is pretty much a complete waste of time. What didnt you like about Richard Davidsons performance? I guess it wasn't his fault the book was terrible What character would you cut from Leading with the Heart? Coach K Any additional comments? I really respect Coach K and was looking forward to a John Wooden type of book that transcends the court. This book didn't. His thoughts on topics that help in the business world were really basic ("When you point at someone, three fingers are pointing back"). I made it almost half way through this book without a single nugget. What makes it worse is that he reflects on previous players, building them up as examples of what works with his program. One is Quinn Snyder who coached the University of Missouri when I attended the school. The program has still not rebounded from his lack of oversight, inability to provide discipline and program ethical issues... not to mention his own struggles that put his character into question. Coach K mentioned him over a half dozen times in the first half of this book... loses credibility. I still respect him and perhaps my expectations were too high when I was hoping it was like a John Wooden book. Just nothing of value. Lots of words and reflections on Duke basketball. If you love Duke basketball you will probably love this book. If you don't, I would recommend re-reading a Wooden book. https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/pd/Bios-Memoirs/The-Great-and-Only-Barnum-Audiobook/B0055DX1BW Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/312/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: The Great and Only Barnum Subtitle: The Tremendous, Stupendous Life of Showman P. T. Barnum Author: Candace Fleming Narrator: Christopher Lane Format: Unabridged Length: 2 hrs and 57 mins Language: English Release date: 06-20-11 Publisher: Brilliance Audio Ratings: 4.5 of 5 out of 19 votes Genres: Bios & Memoirs, Celebrities Publisher's Summary: Come one, come all to this larger-than-life biography of P. T. Barnum, showman and founder of the Barnum & Bailey Circus. Visit Barnum's American Museum, established in only four weeks! Meet Madame Josephine Clofulia, the Swiss Bearded Lady. Get to know Tom Thumb, a miniature man (only twenty-five inches tall), and his tiny bride (32 inches). Watch as the circus parade goes by, elephants tail to trunk, costumed performers waving, lions yawning. Then, under the big top, as Barnum steps into the spotlight, cast your eyes on the center ring and prepare to be amazed. Drawing on old circus posters, photographs, etchings, ticket stubs, playbills, award-winning author Candace Fleming presents history as it's never been experienced before - a stupendous, tremendous, showstopping event! biacuaduc@gmail.com (Candace Fleming) Mon, 20 Jun 2011 15:31:21 GMT https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/pd/Bios-Memoirs/The-Great-and-Only-Barnum-Audiobook/B0055DX1BW thebookvoice.com 02:57:00 no Listen to full audiobooks for free on thebookvoice.com Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/312/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: The Great and Only Barnum Subtitle: The Tremendous, Stupendous Life of Showman P. T. Barnum Author: Candace Fleming Narrator: Christopher Lane Format: Unabridged Length: 2 hrs and 57 mins Language: English Release date: 06-20-11 Publisher: Brilliance Audio Ratings: 4.5 of 5 out of 19 votes Genres: Bios & Memoirs, Celebrities Publisher's Summary: Come one, come all to this larger-than-life biography of P. T. Barnum, showman and founder of the Barnum & Bailey Circus. Visit Barnum's American Museum, established in only four weeks! Meet Madame Josephine Clofulia, the Swiss Bearded Lady. Get to know Tom Thumb, a miniature man (only twenty-five inches tall), and his tiny bride (32 inches). Watch as the circus parade goes by, elephants tail to trunk, costumed performers waving, lions yawning. Then, under the big top, as Barnum steps into the spotlight, cast your eyes on the center ring and prepare to be amazed. Drawing on old circus posters, photographs, etchings, ticket stubs, playbills, award-winning author Candace Fleming presents history as it's never been experienced before - a stupendous, tremendous, showstopping event! Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/312/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: The Great and Only Barnum Subtitle: The Tremendous, Stupendous Life of Showman P. T. Barnum Author: Candace Fleming Narrator: Christopher Lane Format: Unabridged Length: 2 hrs and 57 mins Language: English Release date: 06-20-11 Publisher: Brilliance Audio Ratings: 4.5 of 5 out of 19 votes Genres: Bios & Memoirs, Celebrities Publisher's Summary: Come one, come all to this larger-than-life biography of P. T. Barnum, showman and founder of the Barnum & Bailey Circus. Visit Barnum's American Museum, established in only four weeks! Meet Madame Josephine Clofulia, the Swiss Bearded Lady. Get to know Tom Thumb, a miniature man (only twenty-five inches tall), and his tiny bride (32 inches). Watch as the circus parade goes by, elephants tail to trunk, costumed performers waving, lions yawning. Then, under the big top, as Barnum steps into the spotlight, cast your eyes on the center ring and prepare to be amazed. Drawing on old circus posters, photographs, etchings, ticket stubs, playbills, award-winning author Candace Fleming presents history as it's never been experienced before - a stupendous, tremendous, showstopping event! Members Reviews: Perfectly told! Just enough information that you understand the man, but not so much detail you get bored. A nice summary of his life I wanted to learn more about the Life of PT Barnum and this fit the bill. It gave me all the information I needed without being boring or too in depth. Was worth the time spent listening to it https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/pd/Bios-Memoirs/Melissa-Explains-It-All-Audiobook/B00EZ6M422 Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/312/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: Melissa Explains It All Subtitle: Tales from My Abnormally Normal Life Author: Melissa Joan Hart Narrator: Melissa Joan Hart Format: Unabridged Length: 7 hrs and 6 mins Language: English Release date: 10-29-13 Publisher: Macmillan Audio Ratings: 4 of 5 out of 302 votes Genres: Bios & Memoirs, Celebrities Publisher's Summary: Melissa has been entertaining audiences most of her life; when there were no girls named Melissa on her favorite show, the forceful four year old decided shed get on TV her way. From that moment on, Melissa has shown a singular determination and focus whether its for booking three national commercials so her dad would build her a tree house or for nailing the audition for Clarissa. From her first commercial to her current starring role in ABC Familys hit Melissa and Joey, Hart never let fame go to her head. She always had one foot in Hollywood and one foot in reality - and still does. Melissa makes us laugh along with her as she talks about: Melissa Joan Hart explains all that shes learned along the way - whats kept her grounded, normal and working when others have not been so fortunate - and that shes the approachable, hilarious girl-next-door her fans have always thought shed be. biacuaduc@gmail.com (Melissa Joan Hart) Tue, 29 Oct 2013 09:50:59 GMT https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/pd/Bios-Memoirs/Melissa-Explains-It-All-Audiobook/B00EZ6M422 thebookvoice.com 07:06:00 no Listen to full audiobooks for free on thebookvoice.com Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/312/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: Melissa Explains It All Subtitle: Tales from My Abnormally Normal Life Author: Melissa Joan Hart Narrator: Melissa Joan Hart Format: Unabridged Length: 7 hrs and 6 mins Language: English Release date: 10-29-13 Publisher: Macmillan Audio Ratings: 4 of 5 out of 302 votes Genres: Bios & Memoirs, Celebrities Publisher's Summary: Melissa has been entertaining audiences most of her life; when there were no girls named Melissa on her favorite show, the forceful four year old decided shed get on TV her way. From that moment on, Melissa has shown a singular determination and focus whether its for booking three national commercials so her dad would build her a tree house or for nailing the audition for Clarissa. From her first commercial to her current starring role in ABC Familys hit Melissa and Joey, Hart never let fame go to her head. She always had one foot in Hollywood and one foot in reality - and still does. Melissa makes us laugh along with her as she talks about: Melissa Joan Hart explains all that shes learned along the way - whats kept her grounded, normal and working when others have not been so fortunate - and that shes the approachable, hilarious girl-next-door her fans have always thought shed be. Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/312/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: Melissa Explains It All Subtitle: Tales from My Abnormally Normal Life Author: Melissa Joan Hart Narrator: Melissa Joan Hart Format: Unabridged Length: 7 hrs and 6 mins Language: English Release date: 10-29-13 Publisher: Macmillan Audio Ratings: 4 of 5 out of 302 votes Genres: Bios & Memoirs, Celebrities Publisher's Summary: Melissa has been entertaining audiences most of her life; when there were no girls named Melissa on her favorite show, the forceful four year old decided shed get on TV her way. From that moment on, Melissa has shown a singular determination and focus whether its for booking three national commercials so her dad would build her a tree house or for nailing the audition for Clarissa. From her first commercial to her current starring role in ABC Familys hit Melissa and Joey, Hart never let fame go to her head. She always had one foot in Hollywood and one foot in reality - and still does. Melissa makes us laugh along with her as she talks about: Melissa Joan Hart explains all that shes learned along the way - whats kept her grounded, normal and working when others have not been so fortunate - and that shes the approachable, hilarious girl-next-door her fans have always thought shed be. Members Reviews: Very Enjoyable listen LOVED IT !! Would you recommend this audiobook to a friend? If so, why? yes differently , if your a fan of her work this well ad to her awesomeness ! and if your not (your crazy) still a great listen What did you like best about this story? first that melissa is the narrator and to get a personal look into her life both with her work and personal life What about Melissa Joan Harts performance did you like? that its her lol she does an awesome job ! Any additional comments? 5/5 listen, i listened in one go .. its now 4.36 am lol either use credit or buy wont regret it!! A good listen Would you recommend Melissa Explains It All to your friends? Why or why not? I recommend it to mid-30s girls like me who grew up watching Clarissa Explains It All wondering what it would have been like to be her. It's fun following normal celebrities who are my age. Since I am Melissa's actual age (thus older than her Sabrina character), I didn't really watch Sabrina. I recently caught up on Melissa & Joey on Netflix and enjoyed it. What about Melissa Joan Harts performance did you like? It was herself, real and familiar. I would not have purchased it otherwise. She did great. Was this a book you wanted to listen to all in one sitting? Yes I pretty much did, and I felt like I was spending the day with Melissa. But I reeeeeeely had questions that I wanted to ask her and wished I was having an actual conversation. Any additional comments? I recommend this for some "light listening." I enjoyed listening to Melissa speak about her life and experiences, and a bit of behind the scenes. The book is exactly what it claims to be. https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/pd/Bios-Memoirs/Benedict-Cumberbatch-Reads-Ian-Kellys-Casanova-Audiobook/B00WIZ7QC0 Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/312/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: Benedict Cumberbatch Reads Ian Kelly's Casanova Author: Ian Kelly Narrator: Benedict Cumberbatch Format: Original Recording Length: 1 hr and 7 mins Language: English Release date: 05-21-15 Publisher: BBC Worldwide Ltd Ratings: 4 of 5 out of 153 votes Genres: Bios & Memoirs, Celebrities Publisher's Summary: Benedict Cumberbatch reads Ian Kellys biography of one of the most beguiling and controversial individuals of any age. In this fascinating biography of the notorious libertine, Ian Kelly draws on documents by Casanova, his friends, and his lovers (male and female) in order to bring fresh insights to the mans life and world. The sights and smells of 18th-century Europe are brought keenly to life, as are the colourful incidents of Casanovas life. As a young cleric, he embarked upon a scandalous affair with a married woman, fleeing eventually to Constantinople. He created a stir at the French court of King Louis XV, began intrigues in London that led him to a soaking in the Thames, and sought to meet Catherine the Great at a ball in St Petersburg. His own memoirs ensured his lasting fame and changed the way we think and write about ourselves and about sex. Benedict Cumberbatch (Sherlock, The Imitation Game, Star Trek Into Darkness) is the reader of this abridged edition, first broadcast on BBC Radio 4 Extra. biacuaduc@gmail.com (Ian Kelly) Thu, 21 May 2015 17:10:11 GMT https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/pd/Bios-Memoirs/Benedict-Cumberbatch-Reads-Ian-Kellys-Casanova-Audiobook/B00WIZ7QC0 thebookvoice.com 01:07:00 no Listen to full audiobooks for free on thebookvoice.com Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/312/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: Benedict Cumberbatch Reads Ian Kelly's Casanova Author: Ian Kelly Narrator: Benedict Cumberbatch Format: Original Recording Length: 1 hr and 7 mins Language: English Release date: 05-21-15 Publisher: BBC Worldwide Ltd Ratings: 4 of 5 out of 153 votes Genres: Bios & Memoirs, Celebrities Publisher's Summary: Benedict Cumberbatch reads Ian Kellys biography of one of the most beguiling and controversial individuals of any age. In this fascinating biography of the notorious libertine, Ian Kelly draws on documents by Casanova, his friends, and his lovers (male and female) in order to bring fresh insights to the mans life and world. The sights and smells of 18th-century Europe are brought keenly to life, as are the colourful incidents of Casanovas life. As a young cleric, he embarked upon a scandalous affair with a married woman, fleeing eventually to Constantinople. He created a stir at the French court of King Louis XV, began intrigues in London that led him to a soaking in the Thames, and sought to meet Catherine the Great at a ball in St Petersburg. His own memoirs ensured his lasting fame and changed the way we think and write about ourselves and about sex. Benedict Cumberbatch (Sherlock, The Imitation Game, Star Trek Into Darkness) is the reader of this abridged edition, first broadcast on BBC Radio 4 Extra. Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/312/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: Benedict Cumberbatch Reads Ian Kelly's Casanova Author: Ian Kelly Narrator: Benedict Cumberbatch Format: Original Recording Length: 1 hr and 7 mins Language: English Release date: 05-21-15 Publisher: BBC Worldwide Ltd Ratings: 4 of 5 out of 153 votes Genres: Bios & Memoirs, Celebrities Publisher's Summary: Benedict Cumberbatch reads Ian Kellys biography of one of the most beguiling and controversial individuals of any age. In this fascinating biography of the notorious libertine, Ian Kelly draws on documents by Casanova, his friends, and his lovers (male and female) in order to bring fresh insights to the mans life and world. The sights and smells of 18th-century Europe are brought keenly to life, as are the colourful incidents of Casanovas life. As a young cleric, he embarked upon a scandalous affair with a married woman, fleeing eventually to Constantinople. He created a stir at the French court of King Louis XV, began intrigues in London that led him to a soaking in the Thames, and sought to meet Catherine the Great at a ball in St Petersburg. His own memoirs ensured his lasting fame and changed the way we think and write about ourselves and about sex. Benedict Cumberbatch (Sherlock, The Imitation Game, Star Trek Into Darkness) is the reader of this abridged edition, first broadcast on BBC Radio 4 Extra. Members Reviews: Benedict's voice does not disappoint! Don't kid yourself. You got this audiobook to hear Benedict Cumberbatch roll his R's and talk about naughty things. He won't let you down. Go ahead and give a listen. sublime Cumberbatch could be reading a menu and it would be beautifully entertaining. His voice makes this so great! The Man, The Women, The Legend--Well Done! Any additional comments? I just returned from Venice where I visited Casanova's prison cell, so I was eager to hear a brief version of his life in English. This book did the trick--outlined his main conquests in great detail and Cumberbatch's reading was definitely a highlight! Beautifully Narrated I could listen to Benedict read anything for hours and cherish every second of it. Benedict was perfect! Benedict did such an amazing job! All of those French and Italian names and places and he didn't even flinch. He read them as though he saw those names every day and read them with finesse. Casanova was never a figure in history who I was ever curious about. Being a feminist myself, that typical male, love-them, leave - them attitude, no matter how many lovers he'd convinced to share his bed, was just never a topic I sought-after. I was surprised, however, that Casanova did experience heart break and love. I hoped for more depth and feelings, but this was a good read. https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/pd/Bios-Memoirs/Where-Am-I-Now-Audiobook/B01KGG2N84 Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/312/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: Where Am I Now? Subtitle: True Stories of Girlhood and Accidental Fame Author: Mara Wilson Narrator: Mara Wilson Format: Unabridged Length: 7 hrs and 22 mins Language: English Release date: 09-13-16 Publisher: Penguin Audio Ratings: 4.5 of 5 out of 429 votes Genres: Bios & Memoirs, Celebrities Publisher's Summary: A former child actress best known for her starring roles in Matilda and Mrs. Doubtfire, Mara Wilson has always felt a little young and out of place: as the only kid on a film set full of adults, the first daughter in a house full of boys, a Valley girl in New York and a neurotic in California, and a grown-up the world still remembers as a little girl. Tackling everything from what she learned about sex on the set of Melrose Place to discovering in adolescence that she was no longer "cute" enough for Hollywood, these essays chart her journey from accidental fame to relative (but happy) obscurity. They also illuminate universal struggles, like navigating love and loss and figuring out who you are and where you belong. Honest, insightful, and hilarious, Where Am I Now? introduces Mara Wilson as a brilliant new chronicler of the experience that is growing up young and female. biacuaduc@gmail.com (Mara Wilson) Tue, 13 Sep 2016 12:13:48 GMT https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/pd/Bios-Memoirs/Where-Am-I-Now-Audiobook/B01KGG2N84 thebookvoice.com 07:22:00 no Listen to full audiobooks for free on thebookvoice.com Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/312/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: Where Am I Now? Subtitle: True Stories of Girlhood and Accidental Fame Author: Mara Wilson Narrator: Mara Wilson Format: Unabridged Length: 7 hrs and 22 mins Language: English Release date: 09-13-16 Publisher: Penguin Audio Ratings: 4.5 of 5 out of 429 votes Genres: Bios & Memoirs, Celebrities Publisher's Summary: A former child actress best known for her starring roles in Matilda and Mrs. Doubtfire, Mara Wilson has always felt a little young and out of place: as the only kid on a film set full of adults, the first daughter in a house full of boys, a Valley girl in New York and a neurotic in California, and a grown-up the world still remembers as a little girl. Tackling everything from what she learned about sex on the set of Melrose Place to discovering in adolescence that she was no longer "cute" enough for Hollywood, these essays chart her journey from accidental fame to relative (but happy) obscurity. They also illuminate universal struggles, like navigating love and loss and figuring out who you are and where you belong. Honest, insightful, and hilarious, Where Am I Now? introduces Mara Wilson as a brilliant new chronicler of the experience that is growing up young and female. Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/312/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: Where Am I Now? Subtitle: True Stories of Girlhood and Accidental Fame Author: Mara Wilson Narrator: Mara Wilson Format: Unabridged Length: 7 hrs and 22 mins Language: English Release date: 09-13-16 Publisher: Penguin Audio Ratings: 4.5 of 5 out of 429 votes Genres: Bios & Memoirs, Celebrities Publisher's Summary: A former child actress best known for her starring roles in Matilda and Mrs. Doubtfire, Mara Wilson has always felt a little young and out of place: as the only kid on a film set full of adults, the first daughter in a house full of boys, a Valley girl in New York and a neurotic in California, and a grown-up the world still remembers as a little girl. Tackling everything from what she learned about sex on the set of Melrose Place to discovering in adolescence that she was no longer "cute" enough for Hollywood, these essays chart her journey from accidental fame to relative (but happy) obscurity. They also illuminate universal struggles, like navigating love and loss and figuring out who you are and where you belong. Honest, insightful, and hilarious, Where Am I Now? introduces Mara Wilson as a brilliant new chronicler of the experience that is growing up young and female. Members Reviews: She described the first ten years of my life. What made the experience of listening to Where Am I Now? the most enjoyable? I think it put forth a third layer to the entire experience. What other book might you compare Where Am I Now? to and why? My initial thought was to compare her to Mindy Kayling, just because they describe their life and what they remember about their youth so vividly, but Mara has a depth to her that made me understand that all of the repressed anxiety I had at such a young age could be rationalized by me as an adult. What does Mara Wilson bring to the story that you wouldnt experience if you just read the book? If I just read the book, I wouldn't be able to compare Mara Wilson's voice to whoever voices MTV's DARIA, and think - wow, this is what my inner voice sounds like - Matilda, all grown up. Was there a moment in the book that particularly moved you? It was the moment she said her mother died on the set of Matilda. My heart broke. Any additional comments? I wholeheartedly believe that the credit or the cash is worth listening to Mara and her honest representation of not only girlhood, but girlhood as a child star. I think her wit and wisdom are beautiful partners to her honesty and maturity. She is a wonderful storyteller. I Couldn't Put Mara's Book Down...!!!! "Where Am I Now ?" Is Funny, Sad, Thought Provoking And Warm-Hearted...!!!! Loved Reading It...!!!! Matilda wrote a book! Lovely book by a very thoughtful person. I found her honesty touching without being too self satisfying. Her sadder stories were told sensitively and her funnier stories were thoughtfully funny. I really enjoyed it. confusing. I found this difficult to follow as there is a lot of jumping in time, talking about when she was a child, then an adult, and back to a childhood story. I cannot understand how the story is put together, the reason for the order of chapter topics. I just stopped to see how much is left in the book and im only on chapter 10 of 18 and I dont think I am willing to continue. Mute Power A powerful, thoughtful piece read brilliantly in the tranquil, quiet voice of Mara Wilson. I listened to it for the 14 hours I drove as I moved to a new city, and at the end I felt like I said goodbye to an old friend and hello to a new world. I recommend to anyone who has felt out-of-place or lost. https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/pd/Bios-Memoirs/Always-Looking-Up-Audiobook/B002V0KM3W Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/312/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: Always Looking Up Subtitle: The Adventures of an Incurable Optimist Author: Michael J. Fox Narrator: Michael J. Fox Format: Abridged Length: 4 hrs and 35 mins Language: English Release date: 03-31-09 Publisher: Hyperion AudioBooks Ratings: 4 of 5 out of 386 votes Genres: Bios & Memoirs, Celebrities Publisher's Summary: Michael's exit from a very demanding, very public arena offered him the time and the inspiration to open up new doors leading to unexpected places. One door even led him to the center of his own family, the greatest destination of all. Always Looking Up is a memoir of Michael's past decade, told through the critical themes of his life: work, politics, faith, and family. The book is a journey of self-discovery and reinvention, and a testament to the consolations that protect him from the ravages of Parkinson's. With the humor and wit that captivated fans in his first book, Lucky Man, Michael describes how he became a happier, more satisfied person by recognizing the gifts of everyday life. biacuaduc@gmail.com (Michael J. Fox) Tue, 31 Mar 2009 08:04:08 GMT https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/pd/Bios-Memoirs/Always-Looking-Up-Audiobook/B002V0KM3W thebookvoice.com 04:35:00 no Listen to full audiobooks for free on thebookvoice.com Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/312/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: Always Looking Up Subtitle: The Adventures of an Incurable Optimist Author: Michael J. Fox Narrator: Michael J. Fox Format: Abridged Length: 4 hrs and 35 mins Language: English Release date: 03-31-09 Publisher: Hyperion AudioBooks Ratings: 4 of 5 out of 386 votes Genres: Bios & Memoirs, Celebrities Publisher's Summary: Michael's exit from a very demanding, very public arena offered him the time and the inspiration to open up new doors leading to unexpected places. One door even led him to the center of his own family, the greatest destination of all. Always Looking Up is a memoir of Michael's past decade, told through the critical themes of his life: work, politics, faith, and family. The book is a journey of self-discovery and reinvention, and a testament to the consolations that protect him from the ravages of Parkinson's. With the humor and wit that captivated fans in his first book, Lucky Man, Michael describes how he became a happier, more satisfied person by recognizing the gifts of everyday life. Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/312/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: Always Looking Up Subtitle: The Adventures of an Incurable Optimist Author: Michael J. Fox Narrator: Michael J. Fox Format: Abridged Length: 4 hrs and 35 mins Language: English Release date: 03-31-09 Publisher: Hyperion AudioBooks Ratings: 4 of 5 out of 386 votes Genres: Bios & Memoirs, Celebrities Publisher's Summary: Michael's exit from a very demanding, very public arena offered him the time and the inspiration to open up new doors leading to unexpected places. One door even led him to the center of his own family, the greatest destination of all. Always Looking Up is a memoir of Michael's past decade, told through the critical themes of his life: work, politics, faith, and family. The book is a journey of self-discovery and reinvention, and a testament to the consolations that protect him from the ravages of Parkinson's. With the humor and wit that captivated fans in his first book, Lucky Man, Michael describes how he became a happier, more satisfied person by recognizing the gifts of everyday life. Members Reviews: Great listen and very inspirational. I found listening to Michael J Fox read his book very easy and enjoyable. His use of the language makes him give better insight to his story. I found this book to be very motivational because of what he deals with on a daily basis, and what he gets done in spite of it; just makes one realize that if a man suffering with P.D. can do all this and still be such an optimist, surely I can do more and enjoy more. Getting to know a friend When I read the first book by MJF, it was a good effort and I appreciated his honesty, but I was so disappointed in him as a person having grown up watching him on my favorite shows. I felt I needed to read/listen to this second one in the hope that some personal development would be evident and I was not disappointed. It was especially nice to have it read by Michael himself despite some small language difficulties caused by his condition, I wouldn't have wanted it any other way. I'm now happily off the listen to the third book. Deserves the Grammy nomination I seldom choose abridged titles, and I tend to avoid "Read by the Author" unless the author is a professional performer. I am so glad to listen to this. I found it very inspirational. He tells his story in a way no one else can. Mr. Fox has been through it all, and lays it out frankly. His work on his foundation is a window into the workings of philanthropy that can be a real eye-opener. Only reason I gave it a 4 instead of a 5 is that I wish it was unabridged. Fast, funny in places I really like Michael J. Fox, so basically this was guaranteed to be a a winner with me. He narrates, which is a plus, though the talks fast--his delivery seemed to be affected by his Parkinson's (I only had trouble following the story when my daughter was talking at the same time.) The story moves quickly (regardless of delivery) and jumps around a bit, but is entertaining and sometimes laugh-out-loud funny. I've read reviews that complained that he shouldn't be telling everyday people how to be optimistic because his life is so good (i.e. of course he's optimistic). He's not being preachy or telling you how to "look on the bright side of life". He tells stories about his life. He's funny. He's had some really amazing experiences. THAT is why one would (and should) read this book. Thank You Michael J Fox for your honesty We tend to forget that celebrities are people just like us. Loved that Michael was the narrator. His openness has made me understand what a PD patient goes through and therefore I can understand what my dad may be going through. Michael is just like you and me. https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/pd/Bios-Memoirs/The-Phenomenon-Audiobook/B06XXMX9HN Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/312/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: The Phenomenon Subtitle: Pressure, the Yips, and the Pitch That Changed My Life Author: Rick Ankiel Narrator: Rick Ankiel Format: Unabridged Length: 6 hrs and 27 mins Language: English Release date: 04-18-17 Publisher: Hachette Audio Ratings: 4.5 of 5 out of 222 votes Genres: Bios & Memoirs, Celebrities Publisher's Summary: Rick Ankiel had the talent to be one of the best pitchers ever. Then, one day, he lost it. The Phenomenon is the story of how St. Louis Cardinals prodigy Rick Ankiel lost his once-in-a-generation ability to pitch - due not to an injury or a bolt of lightning but to a mysterious anxiety condition widely known as "the Yips". It came without warning in the middle of a playoff game, with millions of people watching. And it has never gone away. Yet the true test of Ankiel's character came not on the mound but in the long days and nights that followed, as he searched for a way to get back in the game. For four and a half years, he fought the Yips with every arrow in his quiver: psychotherapy, medication, deep-breathing exercises, self-help books, and, eventually, vodka. And then, after reconsidering his whole life at the age of 25, Ankiel made an amazing turnaround, returning to the Major Leagues as a hitter and playing seven successful seasons. This book is an incredible story about a universal experience - pressure - and what happened when a person on the brink had to make a choice about who he was going to be. Critic Reviews: "Revealing, vulnerable, and triumphant, Rick Ankiel and Tim Brown provide a poignant reminder in this age of statistics- and computer-driven analysis that it is real people who play the game. Real people, carrying family history, huge expectations, and lifelong dreams along for the ride. This book will change how you watch the game and those who play it." (Jim Abbott, former MLB pitcher and best-selling author of Imperfect) biacuaduc@gmail.com (Rick Ankiel) Tue, 18 Apr 2017 16:28:53 GMT https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/pd/Bios-Memoirs/The-Phenomenon-Audiobook/B06XXMX9HN thebookvoice.com 06:27:00 no Listen to full audiobooks for free on thebookvoice.com Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/312/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: The Phenomenon Subtitle: Pressure, the Yips, and the Pitch That Changed My Life Author: Rick Ankiel Narrator: Rick Ankiel Format: Unabridged Length: 6 hrs and 27 mins Language: English Release date: 04-18-17 Publisher: Hachette Audio Ratings: 4.5 of 5 out of 222 votes Genres: Bios & Memoirs, Celebrities Publisher's Summary: Rick Ankiel had the talent to be one of the best pitchers ever. Then, one day, he lost it. The Phenomenon is the story of how St. Louis Cardinals prodigy Rick Ankiel lost his once-in-a-generation ability to pitch - due not to an injury or a bolt of lightning but to a mysterious anxiety condition widely known as "the Yips". It came without warning in the middle of a playoff game, with millions of people watching. And it has never gone away. Yet the true test of Ankiel's character came not on the mound but in the long days and nights that followed, as he searched for a way to get back in the game. For four and a half years, he fought the Yips with every arrow in his quiver: psychotherapy, medication, deep-breathing exercises, self-help books, and, eventually, vodka. And then, after reconsidering his whole life at the age of 25, Ankiel made an amazing turnaround, returning to the Major Leagues as a hitter and playing seven successful seasons. This book is an incredible story about a universal experience - pressure - and what happened when a person on the brink had to make a choice about who he was going to be. Critic Reviews: "Revealing, vulnerable, and triumphant, Rick Ankiel and Tim Brown provide a poignant reminder in this age of statistics- and computer-driven analysis that it is real people who play the game. Real people, carrying family history, huge expectations, and lifelong dreams along for the ride. This book will change how you watch the game and those who play it." (Jim Abbott, former MLB pitcher and best-selling author of Imperfect) Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/312/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: The Phenomenon Subtitle: Pressure, the Yips, and the Pitch That Changed My Life Author: Rick Ankiel Narrator: Rick Ankiel Format: Unabridged Length: 6 hrs and 27 mins Language: English Release date: 04-18-17 Publisher: Hachette Audio Ratings: 4.5 of 5 out of 222 votes Genres: Bios & Memoirs, Celebrities Publisher's Summary: Rick Ankiel had the talent to be one of the best pitchers ever. Then, one day, he lost it. The Phenomenon is the story of how St. Louis Cardinals prodigy Rick Ankiel lost his once-in-a-generation ability to pitch - due not to an injury or a bolt of lightning but to a mysterious anxiety condition widely known as "the Yips". It came without warning in the middle of a playoff game, with millions of people watching. And it has never gone away. Yet the true test of Ankiel's character came not on the mound but in the long days and nights that followed, as he searched for a way to get back in the game. For four and a half years, he fought the Yips with every arrow in his quiver: psychotherapy, medication, deep-breathing exercises, self-help books, and, eventually, vodka. And then, after reconsidering his whole life at the age of 25, Ankiel made an amazing turnaround, returning to the Major Leagues as a hitter and playing seven successful seasons. This book is an incredible story about a universal experience - pressure - and what happened when a person on the brink had to make a choice about who he was going to be. Critic Reviews: "Revealing, vulnerable, and triumphant, Rick Ankiel and Tim Brown provide a poignant reminder in this age of statistics- and computer-driven analysis that it is real people who play the game. Real people, carrying family history, huge expectations, and lifelong dreams along for the ride. This book will change how you watch the game and those who play it." (Jim Abbott, former MLB pitcher and best-selling author of Imperfect) Members Reviews: Huge fan, narration was choppy I am a bit bias. I have only owned one professional player's jersey in my life and it is the authors. I love the story and how he came back. That said his reading was a bit choppy, in 3-4 word burst. Of course I really like it when an author reads his own story because it makes it "personal." I would recommend this book (and already have). Great book for baseball fans For someone who doesnt closely follow the Cardinals, it was good to listen as he peels back the layers of his journey. Much respect for Rick Ankiel. what are you going to do about it! I felt Rick Ankiel's emotions in the final chapters. Wise choice to have him narrate the book. Great Story! Awesome, inspirational story! Rick's narration is great. I would highly recommend to any baseball or sports fan. Great story I really enjoyed this book and hearing the story from Rick's perspective. I always wondered what he must have been feeling and he is very honest about it. It's great that Rick has been able to use his experiences to help young ballplayers. Very inspiring. Go NATS! https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/pd/Bios-Memoirs/My-Fight-Your-Fight-Audiobook/B01M8IJGYN Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/312/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: My Fight / Your Fight Author: Ronda Rousey Narrator: RC Bray, Ronda Rousey Format: Unabridged Length: 8 hrs and 39 mins Language: English Release date: 10-18-16 Publisher: Audiobooks.com Publishing Ratings: 4.5 of 5 out of 261 votes Genres: Bios & Memoirs, Celebrities Publisher's Summary: Her story, her voice. In this inspiring and moving book, Ronda Rousey, Olympic medalist in judo, reigning UFC women's bantamweight champion, and Hollywood star, describes her difficult path to glory. Marked by her signature charm, barbed wit, and undeniable power, Rousey's account of the toughest fights of her life - in and outside the Octagon - reveals the painful loss of her father when she was eight years old, the intensity of her judo training, her battles with love, her meteoric rise to fame, the secret behind her undefeated UFC record, and what it takes to become the toughest woman on earth. Rousey shares hard-won lessons on how to be the best at what you do, including how to find fulfillment in the sacrifices, how to turn limitations into opportunities, and how to be the best on your worst day. Packed with raw emotion, drama, and wisdom, this is an unforgettable book by one of the most remarkable women in the world. biacuaduc@gmail.com (Ronda Rousey) Tue, 18 Oct 2016 13:28:48 GMT https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/pd/Bios-Memoirs/My-Fight-Your-Fight-Audiobook/B01M8IJGYN thebookvoice.com 08:39:00 no Listen to full audiobooks for free on thebookvoice.com Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/312/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: My Fight / Your Fight Author: Ronda Rousey Narrator: RC Bray, Ronda Rousey Format: Unabridged Length: 8 hrs and 39 mins Language: English Release date: 10-18-16 Publisher: Audiobooks.com Publishing Ratings: 4.5 of 5 out of 261 votes Genres: Bios & Memoirs, Celebrities Publisher's Summary: Her story, her voice. In this inspiring and moving book, Ronda Rousey, Olympic medalist in judo, reigning UFC women's bantamweight champion, and Hollywood star, describes her difficult path to glory. Marked by her signature charm, barbed wit, and undeniable power, Rousey's account of the toughest fights of her life - in and outside the Octagon - reveals the painful loss of her father when she was eight years old, the intensity of her judo training, her battles with love, her meteoric rise to fame, the secret behind her undefeated UFC record, and what it takes to become the toughest woman on earth. Rousey shares hard-won lessons on how to be the best at what you do, including how to find fulfillment in the sacrifices, how to turn limitations into opportunities, and how to be the best on your worst day. Packed with raw emotion, drama, and wisdom, this is an unforgettable book by one of the most remarkable women in the world. Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/312/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: My Fight / Your Fight Author: Ronda Rousey Narrator: RC Bray, Ronda Rousey Format: Unabridged Length: 8 hrs and 39 mins Language: English Release date: 10-18-16 Publisher: Audiobooks.com Publishing Ratings: 4.5 of 5 out of 261 votes Genres: Bios & Memoirs, Celebrities Publisher's Summary: Her story, her voice. In this inspiring and moving book, Ronda Rousey, Olympic medalist in judo, reigning UFC women's bantamweight champion, and Hollywood star, describes her difficult path to glory. Marked by her signature charm, barbed wit, and undeniable power, Rousey's account of the toughest fights of her life - in and outside the Octagon - reveals the painful loss of her father when she was eight years old, the intensity of her judo training, her battles with love, her meteoric rise to fame, the secret behind her undefeated UFC record, and what it takes to become the toughest woman on earth. Rousey shares hard-won lessons on how to be the best at what you do, including how to find fulfillment in the sacrifices, how to turn limitations into opportunities, and how to be the best on your worst day. Packed with raw emotion, drama, and wisdom, this is an unforgettable book by one of the most remarkable women in the world. Members Reviews: Amazingly written This book was beautifully written, having Ronda Rousey do the reading made the book so emotional. It gives a perfect insight into the trials and tribulations she had endured. I would recommend this book to all readers not just MMA fans. I give this book 5 stars all the way around. Thoroughly impressed. inspiring I couldn't stop listening! I had read the book but having her read it made everything more real. such an inspiring story great read and great audio book Loved it! I absolutely loved this book. I enjoyed listening listening to it on my drive to and from work. Much respect and admiration to Ronda. She is super bad ass! Ronda Pulls No Punches Would you recommend this audiobook to a friend? If so, why? What's interesting is that I might recommend her book to young women who are coming-of-age. Ronda's story is inspirational for those 20-something women who are needing a push in the right direction in their lives. Ronda goes through all the usual heartbreaks, difficulties through loss, and a good/bad relationship with her mother. Young women in the western world may feel they have a lot in common with Ronda Rousey and will relate to her feelings. Love Ronda Loved her raw, emotional, detailed story. I love how she recalls the details of her fights and emotions before, during and after. I'll remember this book for a long time. https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/pd/Bios-Memoirs/I-Know-What-Im-Doing-and-Other-Lies-I-Tell-Myself-Audiobook/B01C7KUGR2 Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/312/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: I Know What I'm Doing - and Other Lies I Tell Myself Subtitle: Dispatches from a Life Under Construction Author: Jen Kirkman Narrator: Jen Kirkman Format: Unabridged Length: 7 hrs and 30 mins Language: English Release date: 04-12-16 Publisher: Simon & Schuster Audio Ratings: 4 of 5 out of 473 votes Genres: Bios & Memoirs, Celebrities Publisher's Summary: New York Times best-selling author and stand-up comedian Jen Kirkman delivers a hilarious, candid memoir about marriage, divorce, sex, turning 40, and still not quite having life figured out. Jen Kirkman wants to be the voice in your head that says, "Hey, you're okay. Even if you sometimes think you aren't! And especially if other people try to tell you you're not." In I Know What I'm Doing - and Other Lies I Tell Myself, Jen offers up all the gory details of a life permanently in progress. She reassures you that it's okay to not have life completely figured out, even when you reach middle age (and find your first gray pubic hair!). She talks about making unusual or unpopular life decisions (such as cultivating a "friend with benefits" or not going home for the holidays) because you don't necessarily want for yourself what everyone else seems to think you should. It's about renting when everyone says you should own, dating around when everyone thinks you should settle down, and traveling alone when everyone pities you for going to Paris without a man. From marriage to divorce and sex to mental health, I Know What I'm Doing - and Other Lies I Tell Myself is about embracing the fact that life is a bit of a sh*t show, and it's definitely more than okay to stay true to yourself. Critic Reviews: "Standup comedian Jen Kirkman shares stories about her life in a blunt, highly amusing way. She adds intention and purpose to each account of her love life and career with a pleasing, enthusiastic tone. Her sprinkles of sarcasm are delivered with a natural charm that is reminiscent of her standup persona.... The highlight of Kirkman's narration is her hilarious sendups of her mother's loud voice and Waspy accent as she depicts their quirky relationship." (AudioFile) biacuaduc@gmail.com (Jen Kirkman) Tue, 12 Apr 2016 19:54:50 GMT https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/pd/Bios-Memoirs/I-Know-What-Im-Doing-and-Other-Lies-I-Tell-Myself-Audiobook/B01C7KUGR2 thebookvoice.com 07:30:00 no Listen to full audiobooks for free on thebookvoice.com Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/312/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: I Know What I'm Doing - and Other Lies I Tell Myself Subtitle: Dispatches from a Life Under Construction Author: Jen Kirkman Narrator: Jen Kirkman Format: Unabridged Length: 7 hrs and 30 mins Language: English Release date: 04-12-16 Publisher: Simon & Schuster Audio Ratings: 4 of 5 out of 473 votes Genres: Bios & Memoirs, Celebrities Publisher's Summary: New York Times best-selling author and stand-up comedian Jen Kirkman delivers a hilarious, candid memoir about marriage, divorce, sex, turning 40, and still not quite having life figured out. Jen Kirkman wants to be the voice in your head that says, "Hey, you're okay. Even if you sometimes think you aren't! And especially if other people try to tell you you're not." In I Know What I'm Doing - and Other Lies I Tell Myself, Jen offers up all the gory details of a life permanently in progress. She reassures you that it's okay to not have life completely figured out, even when you reach middle age (and find your first gray pubic hair!). She talks about making unusual or unpopular life decisions (such as cultivating a "friend with benefits" or not going home for the holidays) because you don't necessarily want for yourself what everyone else seems to think you should. It's about renting when everyone says you should own, dating around when everyone thinks you should settle down, and traveling alone when everyone pities you for going to Paris without a man. From marriage to divorce and sex to mental health, I Know What I'm Doing - and Other Lies I Tell Myself is about embracing the fact that life is a bit of a sh*t show, and it's definitely more than okay to stay true to yourself. Critic Reviews: "Standup comedian Jen Kirkman shares stories about her life in a blunt, highly amusing way. She adds intention and purpose to each account of her love life and career with a pleasing, enthusiastic tone. Her sprinkles of sarcasm are delivered with a natural charm that is reminiscent of her standup persona.... The highlight of Kirkman's narration is her hilarious sendups of her mother's loud voice and Waspy accent as she depicts their quirky relationship." (AudioFile) Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/312/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: I Know What I'm Doing - and Other Lies I Tell Myself Subtitle: Dispatches from a Life Under Construction Author: Jen Kirkman Narrator: Jen Kirkman Format: Unabridged Length: 7 hrs and 30 mins Language: English Release date: 04-12-16 Publisher: Simon & Schuster Audio Ratings: 4 of 5 out of 473 votes Genres: Bios & Memoirs, Celebrities Publisher's Summary: New York Times best-selling author and stand-up comedian Jen Kirkman delivers a hilarious, candid memoir about marriage, divorce, sex, turning 40, and still not quite having life figured out. Jen Kirkman wants to be the voice in your head that says, "Hey, you're okay. Even if you sometimes think you aren't! And especially if other people try to tell you you're not." In I Know What I'm Doing - and Other Lies I Tell Myself, Jen offers up all the gory details of a life permanently in progress. She reassures you that it's okay to not have life completely figured out, even when you reach middle age (and find your first gray pubic hair!). She talks about making unusual or unpopular life decisions (such as cultivating a "friend with benefits" or not going home for the holidays) because you don't necessarily want for yourself what everyone else seems to think you should. It's about renting when everyone says you should own, dating around when everyone thinks you should settle down, and traveling alone when everyone pities you for going to Paris without a man. From marriage to divorce and sex to mental health, I Know What I'm Doing - and Other Lies I Tell Myself is about embracing the fact that life is a bit of a sh*t show, and it's definitely more than okay to stay true to yourself. Critic Reviews: "Standup comedian Jen Kirkman shares stories about her life in a blunt, highly amusing way. She adds intention and purpose to each account of her love life and career with a pleasing, enthusiastic tone. Her sprinkles of sarcasm are delivered with a natural charm that is reminiscent of her standup persona.... The highlight of Kirkman's narration is her hilarious sendups of her mother's loud voice and Waspy accent as she depicts their quirky relationship." (AudioFile) Members Reviews: Now that's entertainment An awesome read that was funny, enjoyable & entertaining with a mix of truth and some hearty felt stories. I love a comedian who gives you a real glimpse into their life and can laugh at the parts that may have not been funny at the time. I would strongly recommend this book to anyone that lives their life with an open mind and can talk about t it. Not your normal comedian book Though the book is humorous, it's also insightful into many things we think only we think and feel. Recommend! Fantastic story full of humor and insight! Jen is my hero. So much more cost efficient than hours on a therapist's couch too! highly entertaining highly entertaining book from a highly entertaining comedian. Finished at 2.2 speed over a weekend. highly recommended. Jen is brilliant & hilarious Big Jen Kirkman fan here, so it was a little tough to adjust to her "reading" voice as opposed to her typical level of energy during her podcast or standup performances. Great stories - simultaneously funny, insightful, and empowering. "Go girl!" https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/pd/Bios-Memoirs/Me-and-a-Guy-Named-Elvis-Audiobook/B002V9Z968 Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/312/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: Me and a Guy Named Elvis Subtitle: My Lifelong Friendship With Elvis Presley Author: Jerry Schilling, Chuck Crisafulli Narrator: William Dufris Format: Unabridged Length: 14 hrs and 24 mins Language: English Release date: 09-15-06 Publisher: Tantor Audio Ratings: 4.5 of 5 out of 114 votes Genres: Bios & Memoirs, Celebrities Publisher's Summary: Over the next 13 years, Jerry would work for Elvis in various capacities, from bodyguard to photo double to co-executive producer on a karate film. But more than anything else, he was Elvis' close friend and confidant. Elvis trusted Jerry with protecting his life when he received death threats; he also asked Jerry to drive him and Priscilla to the hospital the day Lisa Marie was born and to accompany him during the famous "lost weekend", when he traveled to meet President Nixon at the White House. Me and a Guy Named Elvis looks at Presley from a friend's perspective, offering readers the man rather than the icon, including insights into the creative frustrations that led to Elvis' abuse of prescription medication and his tragic death. Jerry offers never-before-told stories about life inside Elvis' inner circle and an emotional recounting of the great times, hard times, and unique times he and Elvis shared. These vivid memories will be priceless for Elvis' millions of fans, and the compelling story will fascinate an even wider audience. Critic Reviews: "Schilling's heartfelt narrative makes this more than just another piece of Elvis product." (Publishers Weekly) "Me and a Guy Named Elvis is not only authentic, honest, and truly moving, it is a marvel." (Priscilla Presley) "Jerry Schilling has captured the beauty of my father's spirit in a way that has never been done before....This book is by far my favorite." (Lisa Marie Presley) biacuaduc@gmail.com (Jerry Schilling) Fri, 15 Sep 2006 00:60:17 GMT https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/pd/Bios-Memoirs/Me-and-a-Guy-Named-Elvis-Audiobook/B002V9Z968 thebookvoice.com 14:24:00 no Listen to full audiobooks for free on thebookvoice.com Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/312/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: Me and a Guy Named Elvis Subtitle: My Lifelong Friendship With Elvis Presley Author: Jerry Schilling, Chuck Crisafulli Narrator: William Dufris Format: Unabridged Length: 14 hrs and 24 mins Language: English Release date: 09-15-06 Publisher: Tantor Audio Ratings: 4.5 of 5 out of 114 votes Genres: Bios & Memoirs, Celebrities Publisher's Summary: Over the next 13 years, Jerry would work for Elvis in various capacities, from bodyguard to photo double to co-executive producer on a karate film. But more than anything else, he was Elvis' close friend and confidant. Elvis trusted Jerry with protecting his life when he received death threats; he also asked Jerry to drive him and Priscilla to the hospital the day Lisa Marie was born and to accompany him during the famous "lost weekend", when he traveled to meet President Nixon at the White House. Me and a Guy Named Elvis looks at Presley from a friend's perspective, offering readers the man rather than the icon, including insights into the creative frustrations that led to Elvis' abuse of prescription medication and his tragic death. Jerry offers never-before-told stories about life inside Elvis' inner circle and an emotional recounting of the great times, hard times, and unique times he and Elvis shared. These vivid memories will be priceless for Elvis' millions of fans, and the compelling story will fascinate an even wider audience. Critic Reviews: "Schilling's heartfelt narrative makes this more than just another piece of Elvis product." (Publishers Weekly) "Me and a Guy Named Elvis is not only authentic, honest, and truly moving, it is a marvel." (Priscilla Presley) "Jerry Schilling has captured the beauty of my father's spirit in a way that has never been done before....This book is by far my favorite." (Lisa Marie Presley) Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/312/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: Me and a Guy Named Elvis Subtitle: My Lifelong Friendship With Elvis Presley Author: Jerry Schilling, Chuck Crisafulli Narrator: William Dufris Format: Unabridged Length: 14 hrs and 24 mins Language: English Release date: 09-15-06 Publisher: Tantor Audio Ratings: 4.5 of 5 out of 114 votes Genres: Bios & Memoirs, Celebrities Publisher's Summary: Over the next 13 years, Jerry would work for Elvis in various capacities, from bodyguard to photo double to co-executive producer on a karate film. But more than anything else, he was Elvis' close friend and confidant. Elvis trusted Jerry with protecting his life when he received death threats; he also asked Jerry to drive him and Priscilla to the hospital the day Lisa Marie was born and to accompany him during the famous "lost weekend", when he traveled to meet President Nixon at the White House. Me and a Guy Named Elvis looks at Presley from a friend's perspective, offering readers the man rather than the icon, including insights into the creative frustrations that led to Elvis' abuse of prescription medication and his tragic death. Jerry offers never-before-told stories about life inside Elvis' inner circle and an emotional recounting of the great times, hard times, and unique times he and Elvis shared. These vivid memories will be priceless for Elvis' millions of fans, and the compelling story will fascinate an even wider audience. Critic Reviews: "Schilling's heartfelt narrative makes this more than just another piece of Elvis product." (Publishers Weekly) "Me and a Guy Named Elvis is not only authentic, honest, and truly moving, it is a marvel." (Priscilla Presley) "Jerry Schilling has captured the beauty of my father's spirit in a way that has never been done before....This book is by far my favorite." (Lisa Marie Presley) Members Reviews: Narration too dramatic This book was a bit of a surprise to me and I enjoyed almost every chapter. Not a huge Elvis fan but learned a fair bit. Biggest complaint is the dramatic "over the top" read by the narrator. Kind of like how your Grade 3 teacher would read out loud to the class. Some might like that style...not me. I will avoid books read by this narrator in the future. Great Easy Read This book sat on my wish list for a while because I was picturing some tell all, expose' style book. Well it waited much too long, and it wasn't anything like I expected. It's not so much about Elvis but more about what it would be like to have Elvis in your life. Which as one could expect is exciting, luxurious, celebrity filled and above all unpredictable. Jerry Shilling (author) did an awesome job with this book and it was a very EASY read. Just think of somebody telling you the most amazing life story around a campfire while you relax, sit back and enjoy. This Book Really Moved Me This book was pure magic to me. I am not a lifelong Elvis fan, but lately have been exploring him as an entertainer and a spiritual influence to many people. The book really captured the magic of the period and seemed genuinely heartfelt and with a sincere enthusiasm that helped recreate the thrills of an overall happy and uplifting time. Mr. Schilling, however, does not gloss over the failings and pains in Elvis' life, but addresses them with the sympathy, love, and frustration of a true friend. https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/pd/Bios-Memoirs/I-Loved-Her-in-the-Movies-Audiobook/B01M0D1H90 Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/312/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: I Loved Her in the Movies Subtitle: Memories of Hollywood's Legendary Actresses Author: Robert Wagner Narrator: Robert Wagner Format: Unabridged Length: 7 hrs and 24 mins Language: English Release date: 11-15-16 Publisher: Penguin Audio Ratings: 4.5 of 5 out of 140 votes Genres: Bios & Memoirs, Celebrities Publisher's Summary: Film and television actor and New York Times best-selling author Robert Wagner's memoir of the great women movie stars he has known. In a career that has spanned more than 60 years, Robert Wagner has witnessed the twilight of the Golden Age of Hollywood and the rise of television, becoming a beloved star in both media. During that time he became acquainted, both professionally and socially, with the remarkable women who were the greatest screen personalities of their day. I Loved Her in the Movies is his intimate and revealing account of the charisma of these women on film, why they became stars, and how their specific emotional and dramatic chemistries affected the choices they made as actresses as well as the choices they made as women. Among Wagner's subjects are Joan Crawford, Bette Davis, Marilyn Monroe, Gloria Swanson, Norma Shearer, Loretta Young, Joan Blondell, Irene Dunne, Rosalind Russell, Dorothy Lamour, Debra Paget, Jean Peters, Linda Darnell, Betty Hutton, Raquel Welch, Glenn Close, and the two actresses whom he ultimately married, Natalie Wood and Jill St. John. In addition to offering perceptive commentary on these women, Wagner also examines topics such as the strange alchemy of the camera - how it can transform the attractive into the stunning and vice versa - and how the introduction of color brought a new erotic charge to movies, one that enabled these actresses to become aggressively sexual beings in a way that that black and white films had only hinted at. Like Wagner's two previous best sellers, I Loved Her in the Movies is a privileged look behind the scenes at some of the most well-known women in show business as well as an insightful look at the sexual and romantic attraction that created their magic. biacuaduc@gmail.com (Robert Wagner) Tue, 15 Nov 2016 10:43:42 GMT https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/pd/Bios-Memoirs/I-Loved-Her-in-the-Movies-Audiobook/B01M0D1H90 thebookvoice.com 07:24:00 no Listen to full audiobooks for free on thebookvoice.com Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/312/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: I Loved Her in the Movies Subtitle: Memories of Hollywood's Legendary Actresses Author: Robert Wagner Narrator: Robert Wagner Format: Unabridged Length: 7 hrs and 24 mins Language: English Release date: 11-15-16 Publisher: Penguin Audio Ratings: 4.5 of 5 out of 140 votes Genres: Bios & Memoirs, Celebrities Publisher's Summary: Film and television actor and New York Times best-selling author Robert Wagner's memoir of the great women movie stars he has known. In a career that has spanned more than 60 years, Robert Wagner has witnessed the twilight of the Golden Age of Hollywood and the rise of television, becoming a beloved star in both media. During that time he became acquainted, both professionally and socially, with the remarkable women who were the greatest screen personalities of their day. I Loved Her in the Movies is his intimate and revealing account of the charisma of these women on film, why they became stars, and how their specific emotional and dramatic chemistries affected the choices they made as actresses as well as the choices they made as women. Among Wagner's subjects are Joan Crawford, Bette Davis, Marilyn Monroe, Gloria Swanson, Norma Shearer, Loretta Young, Joan Blondell, Irene Dunne, Rosalind Russell, Dorothy Lamour, Debra Paget, Jean Peters, Linda Darnell, Betty Hutton, Raquel Welch, Glenn Close, and the two actresses whom he ultimately married, Natalie Wood and Jill St. John. In addition to offering perceptive commentary on these women, Wagner also examines topics such as the strange alchemy of the camera - how it can transform the attractive into the stunning and vice versa - and how the introduction of color brought a new erotic charge to movies, one that enabled these actresses to become aggressively sexual beings in a way that that black and white films had only hinted at. Like Wagner's two previous best sellers, I Loved Her in the Movies is a privileged look behind the scenes at some of the most well-known women in show business as well as an insightful look at the sexual and romantic attraction that created their magic. Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/312/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: I Loved Her in the Movies Subtitle: Memories of Hollywood's Legendary Actresses Author: Robert Wagner Narrator: Robert Wagner Format: Unabridged Length: 7 hrs and 24 mins Language: English Release date: 11-15-16 Publisher: Penguin Audio Ratings: 4.5 of 5 out of 140 votes Genres: Bios & Memoirs, Celebrities Publisher's Summary: Film and television actor and New York Times best-selling author Robert Wagner's memoir of the great women movie stars he has known. In a career that has spanned more than 60 years, Robert Wagner has witnessed the twilight of the Golden Age of Hollywood and the rise of television, becoming a beloved star in both media. During that time he became acquainted, both professionally and socially, with the remarkable women who were the greatest screen personalities of their day. I Loved Her in the Movies is his intimate and revealing account of the charisma of these women on film, why they became stars, and how their specific emotional and dramatic chemistries affected the choices they made as actresses as well as the choices they made as women. Among Wagner's subjects are Joan Crawford, Bette Davis, Marilyn Monroe, Gloria Swanson, Norma Shearer, Loretta Young, Joan Blondell, Irene Dunne, Rosalind Russell, Dorothy Lamour, Debra Paget, Jean Peters, Linda Darnell, Betty Hutton, Raquel Welch, Glenn Close, and the two actresses whom he ultimately married, Natalie Wood and Jill St. John. In addition to offering perceptive commentary on these women, Wagner also examines topics such as the strange alchemy of the camera - how it can transform the attractive into the stunning and vice versa - and how the introduction of color brought a new erotic charge to movies, one that enabled these actresses to become aggressively sexual beings in a way that that black and white films had only hinted at. Like Wagner's two previous best sellers, I Loved Her in the Movies is a privileged look behind the scenes at some of the most well-known women in show business as well as an insightful look at the sexual and romantic attraction that created their magic. Members Reviews: Outstanding! Mr. Wagner has written a thoughtful, compelling memoir of the great actresses he has known and worked with throughout his career. He began as a young man at the end of Hollywood's golden age and his reflections on the greats from Stanwyk, Dunne, Davis, both Hepburns, Ball and on and on and on to the present day. It's short of a love letter without getting overly sentimental. His insights and observations are honest, intelligent, delightful and quite remarkable... great book for film buffs, or any woman considering a career in acting. This, along with Wagner's other two books are some of the best written on his life and Hollywood. I have come to have a renewed respect for the actor....and the person!!! Thumbs up & bravo, Mr. W.! I hope there are more to come. I devour bios, and have for most of my 62 years... I've read them all, and Wagner's are among the very best. Entertaining, insightful, and easy-to-listen to I use audiobooks as background for my workouts, so I love this type of book, which is made up of short, entertaining stories. I don't have any personal feelings about Mr. Wagner himself, having never seen any of his movies or TV shows (except for a recent appearance on TV Land), but the women he writes about are known to all, and he has some entertaining stories and insights about them. Recommended. Icing on the Cake This was the 3rd book of his I listened to, and I do recommend You Must Remember This as first, and Pieces of My Heart as 2nd, and this as 3rd. https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/pd/Bios-Memoirs/How-to-Be-a-Bawse-Audiobook/B06X9P2PLP Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/312/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: How to Be a Bawse Subtitle: A Guide to Conquering Life Author: Lilly Singh Narrator: Lilly Singh Format: Unabridged Length: 6 hrs and 19 mins Language: English Release date: 03-28-17 Publisher: Penguin Books Ltd Ratings: 5 of 5 out of 67 votes Genres: Bios & Memoirs, Celebrities Publisher's Summary: From actress, comedian and YouTube sensation Lilly Singh (aka Superwoman) comes the definitive guide to being a BAWSE - a person who exudes confidence, reaches goals, gets hurt efficiently, and smiles genuinely because they've fought through it all and made it out the other side. Told in her hilarious, bold voice that's inspired over nine million fans, and using stories from her own life to illustrate her message, Lilly proves that there are no shortcuts to success. Warning: This book does not include hopeful thoughts, lucky charms and cute quotes. That's because success, happiness and everything else you want in life needs to be fought for - not wished for. In Lilly's world, there are no escalators. Only stairs. biacuaduc@gmail.com (Lilly Singh) Tue, 28 Mar 2017 22:24:03 GMT https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/pd/Bios-Memoirs/How-to-Be-a-Bawse-Audiobook/B06X9P2PLP thebookvoice.com 06:19:00 no Listen to full audiobooks for free on thebookvoice.com Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/312/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: How to Be a Bawse Subtitle: A Guide to Conquering Life Author: Lilly Singh Narrator: Lilly Singh Format: Unabridged Length: 6 hrs and 19 mins Language: English Release date: 03-28-17 Publisher: Penguin Books Ltd Ratings: 5 of 5 out of 67 votes Genres: Bios & Memoirs, Celebrities Publisher's Summary: From actress, comedian and YouTube sensation Lilly Singh (aka Superwoman) comes the definitive guide to being a BAWSE - a person who exudes confidence, reaches goals, gets hurt efficiently, and smiles genuinely because they've fought through it all and made it out the other side. Told in her hilarious, bold voice that's inspired over nine million fans, and using stories from her own life to illustrate her message, Lilly proves that there are no shortcuts to success. Warning: This book does not include hopeful thoughts, lucky charms and cute quotes. That's because success, happiness and everything else you want in life needs to be fought for - not wished for. In Lilly's world, there are no escalators. Only stairs. Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/312/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: How to Be a Bawse Subtitle: A Guide to Conquering Life Author: Lilly Singh Narrator: Lilly Singh Format: Unabridged Length: 6 hrs and 19 mins Language: English Release date: 03-28-17 Publisher: Penguin Books Ltd Ratings: 5 of 5 out of 67 votes Genres: Bios & Memoirs, Celebrities Publisher's Summary: From actress, comedian and YouTube sensation Lilly Singh (aka Superwoman) comes the definitive guide to being a BAWSE - a person who exudes confidence, reaches goals, gets hurt efficiently, and smiles genuinely because they've fought through it all and made it out the other side. Told in her hilarious, bold voice that's inspired over nine million fans, and using stories from her own life to illustrate her message, Lilly proves that there are no shortcuts to success. Warning: This book does not include hopeful thoughts, lucky charms and cute quotes. That's because success, happiness and everything else you want in life needs to be fought for - not wished for. In Lilly's world, there are no escalators. Only stairs. Members Reviews: different than usual!! it's full of lesson but with entertainment!!! her fans must have gone crazy on this one!!! she is funny and has the right attitude which she has tried I pass on through this book! I'm a awse I'm a bawse made me feel special love lily singh struggled to finish it tho made me feel like we are friends Absolutely inspirational thank you Lilly An amazing enlightening book alot of ways to help improve ones life through hard work. awesome book I have been inspired by super woman and it was a heart touching book , thank you Inspired by buttkicking Absolutely loved it! Lilly understands how to kick your ass with kind words, sooo good! https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/pd/Bios-Memoirs/High-on-Arrival-Audiobook/B002V1JZ9S Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/312/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: High on Arrival Subtitle: A Memoir Author: Mackenzie Phillips Narrator: Mackenzie Phillips Format: Abridged Length: 5 hrs and 53 mins Language: English Release date: 09-25-09 Publisher: Simon & Schuster Audio Ratings: 4.5 of 5 out of 271 votes Genres: Bios & Memoirs, Celebrities Publisher's Summary: Born into rock and roll royalty, Mackenzie grew up in an all-access kingdom of hippie freedom and heroin cool. It was a kingdom over which her father, the legendary John Phillips of The Mamas & the Papas, presided, often in absentia, a spellbinding, visionary phantom. When Mackenzie was a teenager, Hollywood and the world took notice of the charming, talented, precocious child actor after her star-making turn in American Graffiti. As a young woman, she joined the nonstop party in the hedonistic pleasure dome her father created for himself and his fellow revelers, and a rapt TV audience watched as Julie Cooper wasted away before their eyes. By the time Mackenzie discovered how deep and dark her father's trip was going, it was too late. And as an adult, she has paid dearly for a lifetime of excess, working tirelessly to reconcile a wonderful, terrible past in which she succumbed to the power of addiction and the pull of her magnetic father. As her astounding, outrageous, and often tender life story unfolds, Phillips overcomes seemingly impossible obstacles again and again, and journeys toward redemption and peace. By exposing the shadows and secrets of the past to the light of day, the star who turned up High on Arrival has finally come back down to earth - to stay. biacuaduc@gmail.com (Mackenzie Phillips) Fri, 25 Sep 2009 14:09:13 GMT https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/pd/Bios-Memoirs/High-on-Arrival-Audiobook/B002V1JZ9S thebookvoice.com 05:53:00 no Listen to full audiobooks for free on thebookvoice.com Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/312/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: High on Arrival Subtitle: A Memoir Author: Mackenzie Phillips Narrator: Mackenzie Phillips Format: Abridged Length: 5 hrs and 53 mins Language: English Release date: 09-25-09 Publisher: Simon & Schuster Audio Ratings: 4.5 of 5 out of 271 votes Genres: Bios & Memoirs, Celebrities Publisher's Summary: Born into rock and roll royalty, Mackenzie grew up in an all-access kingdom of hippie freedom and heroin cool. It was a kingdom over which her father, the legendary John Phillips of The Mamas & the Papas, presided, often in absentia, a spellbinding, visionary phantom. When Mackenzie was a teenager, Hollywood and the world took notice of the charming, talented, precocious child actor after her star-making turn in American Graffiti. As a young woman, she joined the nonstop party in the hedonistic pleasure dome her father created for himself and his fellow revelers, and a rapt TV audience watched as Julie Cooper wasted away before their eyes. By the time Mackenzie discovered how deep and dark her father's trip was going, it was too late. And as an adult, she has paid dearly for a lifetime of excess, working tirelessly to reconcile a wonderful, terrible past in which she succumbed to the power of addiction and the pull of her magnetic father. As her astounding, outrageous, and often tender life story unfolds, Phillips overcomes seemingly impossible obstacles again and again, and journeys toward redemption and peace. By exposing the shadows and secrets of the past to the light of day, the star who turned up High on Arrival has finally come back down to earth - to stay. Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/312/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: High on Arrival Subtitle: A Memoir Author: Mackenzie Phillips Narrator: Mackenzie Phillips Format: Abridged Length: 5 hrs and 53 mins Language: English Release date: 09-25-09 Publisher: Simon & Schuster Audio Ratings: 4.5 of 5 out of 271 votes Genres: Bios & Memoirs, Celebrities Publisher's Summary: Born into rock and roll royalty, Mackenzie grew up in an all-access kingdom of hippie freedom and heroin cool. It was a kingdom over which her father, the legendary John Phillips of The Mamas & the Papas, presided, often in absentia, a spellbinding, visionary phantom. When Mackenzie was a teenager, Hollywood and the world took notice of the charming, talented, precocious child actor after her star-making turn in American Graffiti. As a young woman, she joined the nonstop party in the hedonistic pleasure dome her father created for himself and his fellow revelers, and a rapt TV audience watched as Julie Cooper wasted away before their eyes. By the time Mackenzie discovered how deep and dark her father's trip was going, it was too late. And as an adult, she has paid dearly for a lifetime of excess, working tirelessly to reconcile a wonderful, terrible past in which she succumbed to the power of addiction and the pull of her magnetic father. As her astounding, outrageous, and often tender life story unfolds, Phillips overcomes seemingly impossible obstacles again and again, and journeys toward redemption and peace. By exposing the shadows and secrets of the past to the light of day, the star who turned up High on Arrival has finally come back down to earth - to stay. Members Reviews: Raw and Honest Women like Mackenzie, Tatum, Valerie and Maureen I'd always wanted as friends, maybe because each have a single struggle tantamount in their lives I've struggled with all four of: drugs, weight issues, special needs, abandonment and parental issues. I'm not famous enough to do my own memoir, but came away with from each knowing that, if they hold hope for themselves, I can for me, too. Mac's life didn't make me cry more so than it made me think of how my own family wouldn't talk about the taboos they know about, but won't discuss. Although I don't have holes in my memories like Mac does and have dark secrets like she divulges here--my dad was a bigot to whites and being born with albinism, talk about God slapping a does of reality upside his head with that idiocy of his--I'm glad she talked about it and opened herself to the dark side of it all. I think she did it for her son's welfare more so than for her own, and she desperately, imploringly didn't want him to travel the road she had to to get here. I think it's a disgrace her stepmoms Michelle and Genevieve think Mackenzie's lying to promote a book; no one makes up something like this for the sake of selling a book. And in her drug-soaked mind, who's to say these things didn't happen? And if they say it didn't happen, why are they the only two saying so? Where're the others? IOW, this is either a lie worthy of an Oscar-winning performance. . .or she's telling the truth. Four stars b/c of the abridgment constraints, but overall, a solid read and backstory the E! True Hollywood Story doesn't fill in or give justice. Meh. Would you try another book from Mackenzie Phillips and/or Mackenzie Phillips? Probably not. She truly has a story to tell ... no doubt about that. But she seemed, I dunno ... self absorbed. Maybe that's simply unavoidable given the subject matter. Would you ever listen to anything by Mackenzie Phillips again? Nah. https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/pd/Bios-Memoirs/Man-Up-Audiobook/B00CLERR4U Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/312/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: Man Up! Subtitle: Tales of My Delusional Self-Confidence Author: Ross Mathews, Gwyneth Paltrow (foreword), Chelsea Handler (afterword) Narrator: Ross Mathews Format: Unabridged Length: 5 hrs and 10 mins Language: English Release date: 05-07-13 Publisher: Hachette Audio Ratings: 4.5 of 5 out of 560 votes Genres: Bios & Memoirs, Celebrities Publisher's Summary: As a young kid growing up in a farm town, Ross Mathews might as well have wished for a pet unicorn or a calorie-free cookie tree to grow in his front yard. Either of those far-fetched fantasies would have been more likely to come true than his real dream: Working in television in Hollywood, California. Seriously, that stuff just doesn't happen to people like Ross. But guess what. It totally did. Now, with his first book, Ross takes us inside his journey as a super-fan, revealing the most embarrassing and hilarious moments of his small-town life and big-city adventures. From learning to swear like a hardened trucker to that time in high school when had to face down the most frightening opponent of all (his girlfriend's lady bits), Ross holds nothing back. Oh, then there's his surprisingly shady past involving the cutest pair of plus-sized women's pajama bottoms, deliciously dangerous pot butter, and embezzled sandwiches. And, of course, how he's managed to turn an obsession with pop-culture into one-on-one interactions with celebrities like Gwyneth Paltrow, Tiffani-Amber Theissen, Madonna, Michelle Kwan, and countless more without ever having a single restraining order issued against him. Infused with Ross's trademark humor, unique voice, and total honesty, Man Up! is a mission statement for anyone who doesn't fit the mold. His hasn't been the most traditional way to build a career in Hollywood, but Ross has somehow managed to make his mark without ever compromising who he is. He is as serious about this as he is about Golden Girls trivia: You don't need to change who you are to achieve your dreams (although there's nothing wrong with a makeover every now and then). You just need to Man Up! biacuaduc@gmail.com (Ross Mathews) Tue, 07 May 2013 06:47:60 GMT https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/pd/Bios-Memoirs/Man-Up-Audiobook/B00CLERR4U thebookvoice.com 05:10:00 no Listen to full audiobooks for free on thebookvoice.com Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/312/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: Man Up! Subtitle: Tales of My Delusional Self-Confidence Author: Ross Mathews, Gwyneth Paltrow (foreword), Chelsea Handler (afterword) Narrator: Ross Mathews Format: Unabridged Length: 5 hrs and 10 mins Language: English Release date: 05-07-13 Publisher: Hachette Audio Ratings: 4.5 of 5 out of 560 votes Genres: Bios & Memoirs, Celebrities Publisher's Summary: As a young kid growing up in a farm town, Ross Mathews might as well have wished for a pet unicorn or a calorie-free cookie tree to grow in his front yard. Either of those far-fetched fantasies would have been more likely to come true than his real dream: Working in television in Hollywood, California. Seriously, that stuff just doesn't happen to people like Ross. But guess what. It totally did. Now, with his first book, Ross takes us inside his journey as a super-fan, revealing the most embarrassing and hilarious moments of his small-town life and big-city adventures. From learning to swear like a hardened trucker to that time in high school when had to face down the most frightening opponent of all (his girlfriend's lady bits), Ross holds nothing back. Oh, then there's his surprisingly shady past involving the cutest pair of plus-sized women's pajama bottoms, deliciously dangerous pot butter, and embezzled sandwiches. And, of course, how he's managed to turn an obsession with pop-culture into one-on-one interactions with celebrities like Gwyneth Paltrow, Tiffani-Amber Theissen, Madonna, Michelle Kwan, and countless more without ever having a single restraining order issued against him. Infused with Ross's trademark humor, unique voice, and total honesty, Man Up! is a mission statement for anyone who doesn't fit the mold. His hasn't been the most traditional way to build a career in Hollywood, but Ross has somehow managed to make his mark without ever compromising who he is. He is as serious about this as he is about Golden Girls trivia: You don't need to change who you are to achieve your dreams (although there's nothing wrong with a makeover every now and then). You just need to Man Up! Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/312/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: Man Up! Subtitle: Tales of My Delusional Self-Confidence Author: Ross Mathews, Gwyneth Paltrow (foreword), Chelsea Handler (afterword) Narrator: Ross Mathews Format: Unabridged Length: 5 hrs and 10 mins Language: English Release date: 05-07-13 Publisher: Hachette Audio Ratings: 4.5 of 5 out of 560 votes Genres: Bios & Memoirs, Celebrities Publisher's Summary: As a young kid growing up in a farm town, Ross Mathews might as well have wished for a pet unicorn or a calorie-free cookie tree to grow in his front yard. Either of those far-fetched fantasies would have been more likely to come true than his real dream: Working in television in Hollywood, California. Seriously, that stuff just doesn't happen to people like Ross. But guess what. It totally did. Now, with his first book, Ross takes us inside his journey as a super-fan, revealing the most embarrassing and hilarious moments of his small-town life and big-city adventures. From learning to swear like a hardened trucker to that time in high school when had to face down the most frightening opponent of all (his girlfriend's lady bits), Ross holds nothing back. Oh, then there's his surprisingly shady past involving the cutest pair of plus-sized women's pajama bottoms, deliciously dangerous pot butter, and embezzled sandwiches. And, of course, how he's managed to turn an obsession with pop-culture into one-on-one interactions with celebrities like Gwyneth Paltrow, Tiffani-Amber Theissen, Madonna, Michelle Kwan, and countless more without ever having a single restraining order issued against him. Infused with Ross's trademark humor, unique voice, and total honesty, Man Up! is a mission statement for anyone who doesn't fit the mold. His hasn't been the most traditional way to build a career in Hollywood, but Ross has somehow managed to make his mark without ever compromising who he is. He is as serious about this as he is about Golden Girls trivia: You don't need to change who you are to achieve your dreams (although there's nothing wrong with a makeover every now and then). You just need to Man Up! Members Reviews: Seriously funny! I'm a big Ross Mathew's fan, so I had huge expectations for this book. To be honest, in the beginning I thought it would be funnier than it actually was, however, you kinda get into another dimension and it seems you're living his life along with him. He's THAT good telling his story. I usually listen to audio books on my way to work and back, which means about 45 minutes of listening a day. In spite of that, I somehow managed to listen to this book in two days. That's right: TWO days!!! I couldn't get enough of it. Every free second I had I used to listen to the book - even while taking showers. When I realised I was getting to the end of the book I couldn't believe it. I looked at the app in my phone and checked, and checked again, and checked again. I wasn't even done with it yet, but I felt a hole inside because I knew I only had 30 more minutes of Ross. If you like Ross, you don't even have to be a big fan, you're going to LOVE this book. The way he tells it is just beautiful and his story is truly lovely. My favorite part was definetely the one he talks about his Mom and about being gay. What an exquisite way to write about such a delicate topic. Plus, this is definetely a book to be heard!!!!! Ross is the best! Buy the book. You won't regret it!!!! Laugh out loud fun! What did you love best about Man Up!? Definitely the narration/performance by Ross Matthews. https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/pd/Bios-Memoirs/Raising-Trump-Audiobook/B073XTCNPZ Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/312/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: Raising Trump Author: Ivana Trump Narrator: Ivana Trump, Alison Fraser, Charles Pound, Kirby Heyborne, Kathleen McInerney Format: Unabridged Length: 8 hrs and 4 mins Language: English Release date: 10-10-17 Publisher: Simon & Schuster Audio Ratings: 4 of 5 out of 57 votes Genres: Bios & Memoirs, Celebrities Publisher's Summary: In Raising Trump, Ivana Trump reflects on her extraordinary life and the raising of her three children - Donald Jr., Eric, and Ivanka - and recounts the lessons she taught her children as they were growing up. As her former husband takes his place as the 45th president of the United States, his children have also been thrust into the media spotlight - but it is Ivana who raised them and proudly instilled in them what she believes to be the most important life lessons: loyalty, honesty, integrity, and drive. Raising Trump is a nonpartisan, nonpolitical book about motherhood, strength, and resilience. Though Ivana writes about her childhood in communist Czechoslovakia, her escape from the regime and relocation to New York, her whirlwind romance, and her great success as a businesswoman, the focus of the book is devoted to Ivana's raising of her children. Donald Trump Jr., Eric Trump, and Ivanka Trump will all contribute their own memories to the book. "Every day, people ask me how I raised such great kids. They are truly amazed when I tell them that there was no magic to their upbringing. I was a tough and loving mother who taught them the value of a dollar, not to lie, cheat, or steal, respect for others, and other life lessons that I'll share now in Raising Trump, along with unfiltered personal stories about Don, Eric, and Ivanka from their early childhood to becoming the first sons and daughter." (Ivana Trump) biacuaduc@gmail.com (Ivana Trump) Tue, 10 Oct 2017 09:40:24 GMT https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/pd/Bios-Memoirs/Raising-Trump-Audiobook/B073XTCNPZ thebookvoice.com 08:04:00 no Listen to full audiobooks for free on thebookvoice.com Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/312/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: Raising Trump Author: Ivana Trump Narrator: Ivana Trump, Alison Fraser, Charles Pound, Kirby Heyborne, Kathleen McInerney Format: Unabridged Length: 8 hrs and 4 mins Language: English Release date: 10-10-17 Publisher: Simon & Schuster Audio Ratings: 4 of 5 out of 57 votes Genres: Bios & Memoirs, Celebrities Publisher's Summary: In Raising Trump, Ivana Trump reflects on her extraordinary life and the raising of her three children - Donald Jr., Eric, and Ivanka - and recounts the lessons she taught her children as they were growing up. As her former husband takes his place as the 45th president of the United States, his children have also been thrust into the media spotlight - but it is Ivana who raised them and proudly instilled in them what she believes to be the most important life lessons: loyalty, honesty, integrity, and drive. Raising Trump is a nonpartisan, nonpolitical book about motherhood, strength, and resilience. Though Ivana writes about her childhood in communist Czechoslovakia, her escape from the regime and relocation to New York, her whirlwind romance, and her great success as a businesswoman, the focus of the book is devoted to Ivana's raising of her children. Donald Trump Jr., Eric Trump, and Ivanka Trump will all contribute their own memories to the book. "Every day, people ask me how I raised such great kids. They are truly amazed when I tell them that there was no magic to their upbringing. I was a tough and loving mother who taught them the value of a dollar, not to lie, cheat, or steal, respect for others, and other life lessons that I'll share now in Raising Trump, along with unfiltered personal stories about Don, Eric, and Ivanka from their early childhood to becoming the first sons and daughter." (Ivana Trump) Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/312/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: Raising Trump Author: Ivana Trump Narrator: Ivana Trump, Alison Fraser, Charles Pound, Kirby Heyborne, Kathleen McInerney Format: Unabridged Length: 8 hrs and 4 mins Language: English Release date: 10-10-17 Publisher: Simon & Schuster Audio Ratings: 4 of 5 out of 57 votes Genres: Bios & Memoirs, Celebrities Publisher's Summary: In Raising Trump, Ivana Trump reflects on her extraordinary life and the raising of her three children - Donald Jr., Eric, and Ivanka - and recounts the lessons she taught her children as they were growing up. As her former husband takes his place as the 45th president of the United States, his children have also been thrust into the media spotlight - but it is Ivana who raised them and proudly instilled in them what she believes to be the most important life lessons: loyalty, honesty, integrity, and drive. Raising Trump is a nonpartisan, nonpolitical book about motherhood, strength, and resilience. Though Ivana writes about her childhood in communist Czechoslovakia, her escape from the regime and relocation to New York, her whirlwind romance, and her great success as a businesswoman, the focus of the book is devoted to Ivana's raising of her children. Donald Trump Jr., Eric Trump, and Ivanka Trump will all contribute their own memories to the book. "Every day, people ask me how I raised such great kids. They are truly amazed when I tell them that there was no magic to their upbringing. I was a tough and loving mother who taught them the value of a dollar, not to lie, cheat, or steal, respect for others, and other life lessons that I'll share now in Raising Trump, along with unfiltered personal stories about Don, Eric, and Ivanka from their early childhood to becoming the first sons and daughter." (Ivana Trump) Members Reviews: Insights You Can Only Obtain from First Ivana I didnt chose this book to be entertained, though it was sufficient in that regard. I chose it to better understand 45, whom I believe will prove to be the most successful and significant President in my lifetime. I was relieved to learn about the upbringing of the Trump children. There is genuine character in them thanks to very impressive parenting. It speaks volumes about our President's closest and eternal advisors. America is truly in better hands thanks in large part to the Trump children. And for that, Ivana has earned my respect and gratitude. I sincerely wish I could call them friends - which is my way of saying moral loyal and trusted friends one will not find. Best book!!! I truly enjoyed this book! Ivana is such a no nonsense, no bull crap person. A fantastic Mom and Glama! She raised 3 marvelous children. I have recommended this book to so many people to read or listen to while driving. I listened to this from our home in Alabama all the way back to Ohio! I didnt want it to end. Fantastic!! Rising Trump A great book and really fun to listen. I only knew about Ivana Trump from the press when growing up but had my doubt because I saw how wonderful her 3 children had become. Share her work ethic and value. Shes a true classic and intelligent beauty, a wonderful mother and great lady. Wish her and her family all the best. Raising Trump Boring and laughable. I went in wanting to enjoy it, but it was just awful. A book with warm and inspiring life stories I got this book through Audiobook and the listening experience is fantastic. I downloaded it earlier today and already half way through. Even though the book is titled Raising Trump for publicity, it's more like autobiography of a self-made business women and how she raised her children. https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/pd/Bios-Memoirs/Out-of-Line-Audiobook/B0751KBCG9 Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/312/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: Out of Line Subtitle: A Life of Playing with Fire Author: Barbara Lynch Narrator: Christina Delaine Format: Unabridged Length: 9 hrs and 48 mins Language: English Release date: 08-31-17 Publisher: Tantor Audio Ratings: 3.5 of 5 out of 10 votes Genres: Bios & Memoirs, Celebrities Publisher's Summary: Celebrated chef Barbara Lynch credits the defiant spirit of her upbringing in tough, poor "Southie", a neighborhood ruled by the notorious Whitey Bulger gang, with helping her bluff her way into her first professional cooking jobs; develop a distinct culinary style through instinct and sheer moxie; then dare to found an empire of restaurants ranging from a casual but elegant "clam shack" to Boston's epitome of modern haute cuisine. One of seven children born to an overworked single mother, Lynch was raised in a housing project. She earned a daredevil reputation for boosting vehicles (even a city bus), petty theft, drinking and doing drugs, and narrowly escaping arrest - haunted all the while by a painful buried trauma. Out of Line describes Lynch's remarkable process of self-invention, including her encounters with colorful characters of the food world, and vividly evokes the magic of creation in the kitchen. It is also a love letter to South Boston and its vanishing culture, governed by Irish Catholic mothers and its own code of honor. Through her story, Lynch explores how the past - both what we strive to escape from and what we remain true to - can strengthen and expand who we are. Critic Reviews: "If you have an appetite for culinary adventure, you'll devour the feisty and fun memoir by James Beard award-winning chef and philanthropist Barbara Lynch." ( Elle) biacuaduc@gmail.com (Barbara Lynch) Thu, 31 Aug 2017 11:01:08 GMT https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/pd/Bios-Memoirs/Out-of-Line-Audiobook/B0751KBCG9 thebookvoice.com 09:48:00 no Listen to full audiobooks for free on thebookvoice.com Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/312/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: Out of Line Subtitle: A Life of Playing with Fire Author: Barbara Lynch Narrator: Christina Delaine Format: Unabridged Length: 9 hrs and 48 mins Language: English Release date: 08-31-17 Publisher: Tantor Audio Ratings: 3.5 of 5 out of 10 votes Genres: Bios & Memoirs, Celebrities Publisher's Summary: Celebrated chef Barbara Lynch credits the defiant spirit of her upbringing in tough, poor "Southie", a neighborhood ruled by the notorious Whitey Bulger gang, with helping her bluff her way into her first professional cooking jobs; develop a distinct culinary style through instinct and sheer moxie; then dare to found an empire of restaurants ranging from a casual but elegant "clam shack" to Boston's epitome of modern haute cuisine. One of seven children born to an overworked single mother, Lynch was raised in a housing project. She earned a daredevil reputation for boosting vehicles (even a city bus), petty theft, drinking and doing drugs, and narrowly escaping arrest - haunted all the while by a painful buried trauma. Out of Line describes Lynch's remarkable process of self-invention, including her encounters with colorful characters of the food world, and vividly evokes the magic of creation in the kitchen. It is also a love letter to South Boston and its vanishing culture, governed by Irish Catholic mothers and its own code of honor. Through her story, Lynch explores how the past - both what we strive to escape from and what we remain true to - can strengthen and expand who we are. Critic Reviews: "If you have an appetite for culinary adventure, you'll devour the feisty and fun memoir by James Beard award-winning chef and philanthropist Barbara Lynch." ( Elle) Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/312/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: Out of Line Subtitle: A Life of Playing with Fire Author: Barbara Lynch Narrator: Christina Delaine Format: Unabridged Length: 9 hrs and 48 mins Language: English Release date: 08-31-17 Publisher: Tantor Audio Ratings: 3.5 of 5 out of 10 votes Genres: Bios & Memoirs, Celebrities Publisher's Summary: Celebrated chef Barbara Lynch credits the defiant spirit of her upbringing in tough, poor "Southie", a neighborhood ruled by the notorious Whitey Bulger gang, with helping her bluff her way into her first professional cooking jobs; develop a distinct culinary style through instinct and sheer moxie; then dare to found an empire of restaurants ranging from a casual but elegant "clam shack" to Boston's epitome of modern haute cuisine. One of seven children born to an overworked single mother, Lynch was raised in a housing project. She earned a daredevil reputation for boosting vehicles (even a city bus), petty theft, drinking and doing drugs, and narrowly escaping arrest - haunted all the while by a painful buried trauma. Out of Line describes Lynch's remarkable process of self-invention, including her encounters with colorful characters of the food world, and vividly evokes the magic of creation in the kitchen. It is also a love letter to South Boston and its vanishing culture, governed by Irish Catholic mothers and its own code of honor. Through her story, Lynch explores how the past - both what we strive to escape from and what we remain true to - can strengthen and expand who we are. Critic Reviews: "If you have an appetite for culinary adventure, you'll devour the feisty and fun memoir by James Beard award-winning chef and philanthropist Barbara Lynch." ( Elle) Members Reviews: Loved The Book, Performance Okay This was a fascinating story of growing up in the projects to opening a restaurant empire. Wish it was ready by the other to get that Southie accent, or at least someone who has worked in the industry. The narrator kind of ruined it for me: a lot of the culinary terms were mispronounced like the T in robot coupe and the T in filet were both provinces as just 2 examples and any word outside of English was way OVERLY annunciated in accents. https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/pd/Bios-Memoirs/Alex-Ferguson-Audiobook/B00ES48OS4 Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/312/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: Alex Ferguson Subtitle: My Autobiography Author: Alex Ferguson Narrator: James Macpherson, Alex Ferguson Format: Unabridged Length: 9 hrs and 55 mins Language: English Release date: 10-29-13 Publisher: Hodder & Stoughton Ratings: 4.5 of 5 out of 380 votes Genres: Bios & Memoirs, Celebrities Publisher's Summary: Revised and updated with new material from the paperback edition. Includes a prelude read by Sir Alex Ferguson. Sir Alex Ferguson's compelling story is always honest and revealing he reflects on his managerial career that embraced unprecedented European success for Aberdeen and 26 triumphant seasons with Manchester United. Sir Alex Ferguson's best-selling autobiography has now been updated to offer reflections on events at Manchester United since his retirement as well as his teachings at the Harvard Business School, a night at the Oscars and a boat tour round the Hebrides, where he passed unrecognised. The extra material adds fresh insights and detail on his final years as United's manager. Both the psychology of management and the detail of football strategy at the top level can be complex matters but no-one has explained them in a more interesting and accessible way for the general reader than Sir Alex does here. My Autobiography is revealing, endlessly entertaining and above all inspirational. The reader James Macpherson most notably appeared in 'Taggart' as DCI Mike Jardine, and has also read the audiobook editions of Ian Rankin's Rebus series and Billy Connolly's Route 66. biacuaduc@gmail.com (Alex Ferguson) Tue, 29 Oct 2013 02:52:19 GMT https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/pd/Bios-Memoirs/Alex-Ferguson-Audiobook/B00ES48OS4 thebookvoice.com 09:55:00 no Listen to full audiobooks for free on thebookvoice.com Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/312/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: Alex Ferguson Subtitle: My Autobiography Author: Alex Ferguson Narrator: James Macpherson, Alex Ferguson Format: Unabridged Length: 9 hrs and 55 mins Language: English Release date: 10-29-13 Publisher: Hodder & Stoughton Ratings: 4.5 of 5 out of 380 votes Genres: Bios & Memoirs, Celebrities Publisher's Summary: Revised and updated with new material from the paperback edition. Includes a prelude read by Sir Alex Ferguson. Sir Alex Ferguson's compelling story is always honest and revealing he reflects on his managerial career that embraced unprecedented European success for Aberdeen and 26 triumphant seasons with Manchester United. Sir Alex Ferguson's best-selling autobiography has now been updated to offer reflections on events at Manchester United since his retirement as well as his teachings at the Harvard Business School, a night at the Oscars and a boat tour round the Hebrides, where he passed unrecognised. The extra material adds fresh insights and detail on his final years as United's manager. Both the psychology of management and the detail of football strategy at the top level can be complex matters but no-one has explained them in a more interesting and accessible way for the general reader than Sir Alex does here. My Autobiography is revealing, endlessly entertaining and above all inspirational. The reader James Macpherson most notably appeared in 'Taggart' as DCI Mike Jardine, and has also read the audiobook editions of Ian Rankin's Rebus series and Billy Connolly's Route 66. Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/312/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: Alex Ferguson Subtitle: My Autobiography Author: Alex Ferguson Narrator: James Macpherson, Alex Ferguson Format: Unabridged Length: 9 hrs and 55 mins Language: English Release date: 10-29-13 Publisher: Hodder & Stoughton Ratings: 4.5 of 5 out of 380 votes Genres: Bios & Memoirs, Celebrities Publisher's Summary: Revised and updated with new material from the paperback edition. Includes a prelude read by Sir Alex Ferguson. Sir Alex Ferguson's compelling story is always honest and revealing he reflects on his managerial career that embraced unprecedented European success for Aberdeen and 26 triumphant seasons with Manchester United. Sir Alex Ferguson's best-selling autobiography has now been updated to offer reflections on events at Manchester United since his retirement as well as his teachings at the Harvard Business School, a night at the Oscars and a boat tour round the Hebrides, where he passed unrecognised. The extra material adds fresh insights and detail on his final years as United's manager. Both the psychology of management and the detail of football strategy at the top level can be complex matters but no-one has explained them in a more interesting and accessible way for the general reader than Sir Alex does here. My Autobiography is revealing, endlessly entertaining and above all inspirational. The reader James Macpherson most notably appeared in 'Taggart' as DCI Mike Jardine, and has also read the audiobook editions of Ian Rankin's Rebus series and Billy Connolly's Route 66. Members Reviews: Solid, if a little egotistical What made the experience of listening to Alex Ferguson the most enjoyable? The narration is great, the story is solid and full of rather interesting insights for any football fan. Towards the end Fergie drifts off into a little bit of his own ego but I suppose it's hard to write a book about oneself without doing a touch of that. Would you be willing to try another book from Alex Ferguson? Why or why not? I think I'm fine. As an Arsenal fan there's only so much I can take! What about James Macpherson and Alex Ferguson s performance did you like? It seemed very authentic, I felt like I was listening to the man himself most of the time. If you were to make a film of this book, what would the tag line be? Fergie's life on the sideline couldn't get enough! really enjoyed it! man u fan to the end! get it,u won't be disappointed! G Wonderful Great read/listen for any Sir Asked or Manchester United fan. It brings back the good old years of the red devil's Simply fantastic Simplicity of Alex's story is a beautiful frame for explaining the complexity of leading a wonderful life great football read great insight to the league and world of football. great narration and authentic to how author talks https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/pd/Bios-Memoirs/So-That-Happened-Audiobook/B00V6FCH0E Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/312/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: So That Happened Subtitle: A Memoir Author: Jon Cryer Narrator: Jon Cryer Format: Unabridged Length: 9 hrs and 8 mins Language: English Release date: 04-07-15 Publisher: Penguin Audio Ratings: 4.5 of 5 out of 942 votes Genres: Bios & Memoirs, Celebrities Publisher's Summary: If it can happen in show business, it's happened to Jon Cryer. Now he's opening up for the first time and sharing his behind-the-scenes stories in a warmly endearing, sharply observed, and frankly funny look at life in Hollywood. In 1986 Jon Cryer won over America as Molly Ringwald's loyal and lovable best friend, Duckie, in the cult classic Pretty in Pink, in a role that set the tone for his three-decade-long career in Hollywood. He went on to establish himself as one of the most talented comedic actors in the business, ultimately culminating in his current turn as Alan Harper on the massively popular sitcom Two and a Half Men. With the instincts of a natural storyteller, Cryer charts his extraordinary journey in show business, illuminating his many triumphs and some missteps along the way. Filled with exclusive behind-the-scenes anecdotes, Cryer offers his own endearing perspective on Hollywood, the business at large, and the art of acting. Cryer has worked with some of the biggest and most provocative names in the business, and here, for the first time, he details his experiences with Charlie Sheen, John Hughes, Robert Altman, Molly Ringwald, Demi Moore, Judd Nelson, and Christopher Reeve, among many others. He shares the intimate details of his friendships and relationships, pays tribute to his mentors, and explores the peculiar combination of heart, talent, and wisdom it takes to survive not just the bad times in a notoriously fickle industry but even the good times. In this revealing, humorous, and introspective memoir, Cryer offers listeners a front-row seat as he reminisces about his life and experiences in showbiz over the past 30 years. biacuaduc@gmail.com (Jon Cryer) Tue, 07 Apr 2015 08:28:26 GMT https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/pd/Bios-Memoirs/So-That-Happened-Audiobook/B00V6FCH0E thebookvoice.com 09:08:00 no Listen to full audiobooks for free on thebookvoice.com Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/312/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: So That Happened Subtitle: A Memoir Author: Jon Cryer Narrator: Jon Cryer Format: Unabridged Length: 9 hrs and 8 mins Language: English Release date: 04-07-15 Publisher: Penguin Audio Ratings: 4.5 of 5 out of 942 votes Genres: Bios & Memoirs, Celebrities Publisher's Summary: If it can happen in show business, it's happened to Jon Cryer. Now he's opening up for the first time and sharing his behind-the-scenes stories in a warmly endearing, sharply observed, and frankly funny look at life in Hollywood. In 1986 Jon Cryer won over America as Molly Ringwald's loyal and lovable best friend, Duckie, in the cult classic Pretty in Pink, in a role that set the tone for his three-decade-long career in Hollywood. He went on to establish himself as one of the most talented comedic actors in the business, ultimately culminating in his current turn as Alan Harper on the massively popular sitcom Two and a Half Men. With the instincts of a natural storyteller, Cryer charts his extraordinary journey in show business, illuminating his many triumphs and some missteps along the way. Filled with exclusive behind-the-scenes anecdotes, Cryer offers his own endearing perspective on Hollywood, the business at large, and the art of acting. Cryer has worked with some of the biggest and most provocative names in the business, and here, for the first time, he details his experiences with Charlie Sheen, John Hughes, Robert Altman, Molly Ringwald, Demi Moore, Judd Nelson, and Christopher Reeve, among many others. He shares the intimate details of his friendships and relationships, pays tribute to his mentors, and explores the peculiar combination of heart, talent, and wisdom it takes to survive not just the bad times in a notoriously fickle industry but even the good times. In this revealing, humorous, and introspective memoir, Cryer offers listeners a front-row seat as he reminisces about his life and experiences in showbiz over the past 30 years. Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/312/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: So That Happened Subtitle: A Memoir Author: Jon Cryer Narrator: Jon Cryer Format: Unabridged Length: 9 hrs and 8 mins Language: English Release date: 04-07-15 Publisher: Penguin Audio Ratings: 4.5 of 5 out of 942 votes Genres: Bios & Memoirs, Celebrities Publisher's Summary: If it can happen in show business, it's happened to Jon Cryer. Now he's opening up for the first time and sharing his behind-the-scenes stories in a warmly endearing, sharply observed, and frankly funny look at life in Hollywood. In 1986 Jon Cryer won over America as Molly Ringwald's loyal and lovable best friend, Duckie, in the cult classic Pretty in Pink, in a role that set the tone for his three-decade-long career in Hollywood. He went on to establish himself as one of the most talented comedic actors in the business, ultimately culminating in his current turn as Alan Harper on the massively popular sitcom Two and a Half Men. With the instincts of a natural storyteller, Cryer charts his extraordinary journey in show business, illuminating his many triumphs and some missteps along the way. Filled with exclusive behind-the-scenes anecdotes, Cryer offers his own endearing perspective on Hollywood, the business at large, and the art of acting. Cryer has worked with some of the biggest and most provocative names in the business, and here, for the first time, he details his experiences with Charlie Sheen, John Hughes, Robert Altman, Molly Ringwald, Demi Moore, Judd Nelson, and Christopher Reeve, among many others. He shares the intimate details of his friendships and relationships, pays tribute to his mentors, and explores the peculiar combination of heart, talent, and wisdom it takes to survive not just the bad times in a notoriously fickle industry but even the good times. In this revealing, humorous, and introspective memoir, Cryer offers listeners a front-row seat as he reminisces about his life and experiences in showbiz over the past 30 years. Members Reviews: So much more than just TWO AND A HALF MEN!!! Thank you, Jon Cryer, for sharing this with your fans! As a long time fan of Jon Cryer and Two and a Half Men, I couldn't wait to get my hands on this book. I've been on the set many times, met Jon, and have several friends who work on the show, so I thought I knew quite a bit already. But Jon was so open and candid about so much in this memoir that I ended up learning way more than I ever imagined, especially about Jon's earlier life. Jon's own self-spoken words describing the events in his life up to now make this an excellent choice on Audible. I absolutely loved and appreciated all that he had to say and share. Jon had a lot to say, but he did it all with honesty, enthusiasm, heart, and class. Jon, if you read this, I loved your book so much I read it start to finish from the time I got in my LAX-FLL red eye, through my first day at sea on my cruise lol! But seriously, it is THAT good! If you're a fan of Jon this is definitely a MUST read! Interesting, hilarious, insightful, perfect! I loved Yes, Please and Bossypants (jeez what acts to follow!) and downloaded Jon Cryer's book with pretty low expectations (sorry Mr. Cryer). I was then emotionally hijacked and taken on an Oz-like journey through a world I'd thought I'd kinda understood after decades of watching movies and TV. I had no clue! I've never been a fan of Two and a Half Men, and fortunately this story only spent the time it had to talking about the show and Charlie Sheen, and somehow Mr. Cryer even managed to make that topic interesting news. His writing voice is sincere and honest and peppered with the perfect amount of sarcasm and warranted disrespect. https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/pd/Bios-Memoirs/But-Enough-About-Me-Audiobook/B0147CYN5Y Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/312/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: But Enough About Me Subtitle: A Memoir Author: Jon Winokur, Burt Reynolds Narrator: Burt Reynolds Format: Unabridged Length: 11 hrs and 27 mins Language: English Release date: 11-17-15 Publisher: Penguin Audio Ratings: 4.5 of 5 out of 648 votes Genres: Bios & Memoirs, Celebrities Publisher's Summary: Scandalous, sentimental, frank, and sincere - the ultimate inside account of a television and film icon. Burt Reynolds has been a Hollywood leading man for six decades, known for his legendary performances, sex-symbol status, and storied Hollywood romances. In his long career of stardom, during which he was number one at the box office for five years in a row, Reynolds has seen it all. But Enough About Me will tell his story through the people he's encountered on his amazing journey. In his words, he plans to "call out the assholes", try to make amends for "being the asshole myself on too many occasions", and pay homage to the many heroes he has come to love and respect. Beginning with Reynolds' adolescence as a notable football player and the devastating car accident that ended his sports career, But Enough About Me takes listeners from the Broadway stages where Reynolds got his start to his subsequent rise to fame. From Oscar nominations to the spread in Cosmopolitan magazine that remains a notorious pop-cultural touchstone to this day, to the financial decisions that took him from rich to poor and back again, Reynolds shares the wisdom that has come from his many highs and lows. He is also ready, now more than ever, to dish. biacuaduc@gmail.com (Jon Winokur) Tue, 17 Nov 2015 13:42:06 GMT https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/pd/Bios-Memoirs/But-Enough-About-Me-Audiobook/B0147CYN5Y thebookvoice.com 11:27:00 no Listen to full audiobooks for free on thebookvoice.com Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/312/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: But Enough About Me Subtitle: A Memoir Author: Jon Winokur, Burt Reynolds Narrator: Burt Reynolds Format: Unabridged Length: 11 hrs and 27 mins Language: English Release date: 11-17-15 Publisher: Penguin Audio Ratings: 4.5 of 5 out of 648 votes Genres: Bios & Memoirs, Celebrities Publisher's Summary: Scandalous, sentimental, frank, and sincere - the ultimate inside account of a television and film icon. Burt Reynolds has been a Hollywood leading man for six decades, known for his legendary performances, sex-symbol status, and storied Hollywood romances. In his long career of stardom, during which he was number one at the box office for five years in a row, Reynolds has seen it all. But Enough About Me will tell his story through the people he's encountered on his amazing journey. In his words, he plans to "call out the assholes", try to make amends for "being the asshole myself on too many occasions", and pay homage to the many heroes he has come to love and respect. Beginning with Reynolds' adolescence as a notable football player and the devastating car accident that ended his sports career, But Enough About Me takes listeners from the Broadway stages where Reynolds got his start to his subsequent rise to fame. From Oscar nominations to the spread in Cosmopolitan magazine that remains a notorious pop-cultural touchstone to this day, to the financial decisions that took him from rich to poor and back again, Reynolds shares the wisdom that has come from his many highs and lows. He is also ready, now more than ever, to dish. Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/312/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: But Enough About Me Subtitle: A Memoir Author: Jon Winokur, Burt Reynolds Narrator: Burt Reynolds Format: Unabridged Length: 11 hrs and 27 mins Language: English Release date: 11-17-15 Publisher: Penguin Audio Ratings: 4.5 of 5 out of 648 votes Genres: Bios & Memoirs, Celebrities Publisher's Summary: Scandalous, sentimental, frank, and sincere - the ultimate inside account of a television and film icon. Burt Reynolds has been a Hollywood leading man for six decades, known for his legendary performances, sex-symbol status, and storied Hollywood romances. In his long career of stardom, during which he was number one at the box office for five years in a row, Reynolds has seen it all. But Enough About Me will tell his story through the people he's encountered on his amazing journey. In his words, he plans to "call out the assholes", try to make amends for "being the asshole myself on too many occasions", and pay homage to the many heroes he has come to love and respect. Beginning with Reynolds' adolescence as a notable football player and the devastating car accident that ended his sports career, But Enough About Me takes listeners from the Broadway stages where Reynolds got his start to his subsequent rise to fame. From Oscar nominations to the spread in Cosmopolitan magazine that remains a notorious pop-cultural touchstone to this day, to the financial decisions that took him from rich to poor and back again, Reynolds shares the wisdom that has come from his many highs and lows. He is also ready, now more than ever, to dish. Members Reviews: Incredible life! This is a wonderful book read by Burt with a lot of emotions. The book is filled with his life stories of people he has loved and people he's disliked. I very much loved this book especially when he speaks on Sally Field and Dom DeLuise. I would recommend this book with all my heart! Burt's story! I met Burt Reynolds when he was involved in making the first major movie, filmed entirely in Arkansas. I was a kid interrupting his lunch at the Fellowship Hall of the First United Methodist Church in Benton to get an autograph. He was friendly and gracious and insisted my buddy and I should also get the autographs if another guy eating there named Bo Hopkins. I take him at his word during the reading of this book, and it seems to ring true. He talks about pretty much everything I have ever wondered about. His voice is not always strong, but when he goes into character it always is, and the emotions are real. I dare you to hear him say that when his dad finally said he loved him that it made him cry and it still does only to hear it in his voice, and not cry a little yourself. I enjoyed this immensely. My autograph from Burt was signed to me from, "your friend, Burt Reynolds". I always thought of him as a friend. I still do. Part biography/Part History of Old Hollywood If you could sum up But Enough About Me in three words, what would they be? History, Emotion, Fun What did you like best about this story? I expected to get Burt's story, however, I was delighted with all the little stories of old hollywood that he told. Bonus: he has quite a mind for critiquing old films. Anyone who enjoys TCM should listen to this. Any additional comments? Burt doesn't just read his own book, he relives it as he reads. There are spots where he is overcome with emotion. When you hear those, you'll feel it too. There's a raw emotional honesty here that was surprising and charming. What a treat of a book! Great Book! I really enjoyed the book. Burt Reynolds seems like a really good guy. https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/pd/Bios-Memoirs/The-Time-of-My-Life-Audiobook/B002V5GOKW Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/312/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: The Time of My Life Author: Patrick Swayze, Lisa Niemi Narrator: Patrick Swayze Format: Abridged Length: 5 hrs and 30 mins Language: English Release date: 09-29-09 Publisher: Simon & Schuster Audio Ratings: 4.5 of 5 out of 290 votes Genres: Bios & Memoirs, Celebrities Publisher's Summary: But in February 2008, Patrick announced he had been diagnosed with stage IV pancreatic cancer. Always a fighter, he refused to let the disease bring him to his knees, and his bravery inspired both his legion of fans and cancer patients everywhere. Yet this memoir, written with wisdom and heart, recounts much more than his bout with cancer. In vivid detail, Patrick describes his Texas upbringing, his personal struggles, his rise to fame with North and South, his commercial breakthroughs in Dirty Dancing and Ghost, and the soul mate who's stood by his side through it all: his wife, writer and director Lisa Niemi. A behind-the-scenes look at a Hollywood life and a remarkable love, this memoir is both entertainment and inspiration. Patrick and Lisa's marriage was a journey of two lives intertwined and lived as one--throughout their years in Hollywood and at home on their working ranch outside Los Angeles, and culminating in the hope and wisdom they've imparted to all who know and knew them. This book will open the door for families, individuals, and husbands and wives to grow, bond, and discover entirely new levels of love and sharing, proving that life shouldn't be lived as a series of endings, but rather as the beginning of greater strength and love. biacuaduc@gmail.com (Patrick Swayze) Tue, 29 Sep 2009 20:13:55 GMT https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/pd/Bios-Memoirs/The-Time-of-My-Life-Audiobook/B002V5GOKW thebookvoice.com 05:30:00 no Listen to full audiobooks for free on thebookvoice.com Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/312/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: The Time of My Life Author: Patrick Swayze, Lisa Niemi Narrator: Patrick Swayze Format: Abridged Length: 5 hrs and 30 mins Language: English Release date: 09-29-09 Publisher: Simon & Schuster Audio Ratings: 4.5 of 5 out of 290 votes Genres: Bios & Memoirs, Celebrities Publisher's Summary: But in February 2008, Patrick announced he had been diagnosed with stage IV pancreatic cancer. Always a fighter, he refused to let the disease bring him to his knees, and his bravery inspired both his legion of fans and cancer patients everywhere. Yet this memoir, written with wisdom and heart, recounts much more than his bout with cancer. In vivid detail, Patrick describes his Texas upbringing, his personal struggles, his rise to fame with North and South, his commercial breakthroughs in Dirty Dancing and Ghost, and the soul mate who's stood by his side through it all: his wife, writer and director Lisa Niemi. A behind-the-scenes look at a Hollywood life and a remarkable love, this memoir is both entertainment and inspiration. Patrick and Lisa's marriage was a journey of two lives intertwined and lived as one--throughout their years in Hollywood and at home on their working ranch outside Los Angeles, and culminating in the hope and wisdom they've imparted to all who know and knew them. This book will open the door for families, individuals, and husbands and wives to grow, bond, and discover entirely new levels of love and sharing, proving that life shouldn't be lived as a series of endings, but rather as the beginning of greater strength and love. Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/312/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: The Time of My Life Author: Patrick Swayze, Lisa Niemi Narrator: Patrick Swayze Format: Abridged Length: 5 hrs and 30 mins Language: English Release date: 09-29-09 Publisher: Simon & Schuster Audio Ratings: 4.5 of 5 out of 290 votes Genres: Bios & Memoirs, Celebrities Publisher's Summary: But in February 2008, Patrick announced he had been diagnosed with stage IV pancreatic cancer. Always a fighter, he refused to let the disease bring him to his knees, and his bravery inspired both his legion of fans and cancer patients everywhere. Yet this memoir, written with wisdom and heart, recounts much more than his bout with cancer. In vivid detail, Patrick describes his Texas upbringing, his personal struggles, his rise to fame with North and South, his commercial breakthroughs in Dirty Dancing and Ghost, and the soul mate who's stood by his side through it all: his wife, writer and director Lisa Niemi. A behind-the-scenes look at a Hollywood life and a remarkable love, this memoir is both entertainment and inspiration. Patrick and Lisa's marriage was a journey of two lives intertwined and lived as one--throughout their years in Hollywood and at home on their working ranch outside Los Angeles, and culminating in the hope and wisdom they've imparted to all who know and knew them. This book will open the door for families, individuals, and husbands and wives to grow, bond, and discover entirely new levels of love and sharing, proving that life shouldn't be lived as a series of endings, but rather as the beginning of greater strength and love. Members Reviews: The Time of My Life Although heartbreakingly sad, it was well done and uplifting. He has always been one of my favortie actors. He is such an example to everyone. He didn't get the poor little me even though he had every reason to. GOD BLESS HIM AND HIS LOVELY WIFE. Patrick Swayze memoir I thoroughly enjoyed this book. Had a round trip 10 hour drive and it sure made the time fly! Very entertaining with details on all the ups and downs of first having to give up his first love, dancing, and then persevering to make it in Hollywood. He was a very humble man with insecurities like all of us that endured and shaped his life right up to his too early exit. Most enjoyable and tear jerking was the story of his life long love affair with Lisa Niemi. Their love endured 34 years or so; an eternity in Hollywood. They were very open in discussing their ups, downs, trials and tribulations, that all marriages face, but their mutual respect and love always endured. They told us readers many things that were none of our business. I came away with respect and admiration for them both. Also wished the book had been twice as long! Someone in Hollywood who wasn't a fruitcake. This was a very enjoyable listen. It's refreshing to hear the life story of a Hollywood star who wasn't a fruitcake. Swayze was a really good person, one helluva hard worker, and much more talented than most people realize. Although I always liked him, I came to gain a greater respect for the man he was. May his good name live on forever. Awesome This audiobook was incredible! Patrick Swayze was an incredible man, and to have him tell his story in his own voice was awesome. I loved him, loved the audiobook! I highly recommend it. WOW!!! I have always been a fan of Swayze's work. I expected to enjoy hearing about his life, but I had no idea how much there was to his talent and character beyond the man we saw onscreen! I LOVED THIS BOOK and having Patrick & Lisa read the audio just added to it! https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/pd/Bios-Memoirs/I-Am-Zlatan-Ibrahimovic-Audiobook/B01N52HSTD Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/312/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: I Am Zlatan Ibrahimovic Author: Zlatan Ibrahimovic Narrator: James Hillier Format: Unabridged Length: 10 hrs and 19 mins Language: English Release date: 11-24-16 Publisher: Penguin Books Ltd Ratings: 4.5 of 5 out of 77 votes Genres: Bios & Memoirs, Celebrities Publisher's Summary: 'Guardiola has no balls. He drove me like a Fiat...I'm a Ferrari', Zlatan Ibrahimovic - professional football's most mercurial player, Swedish national hero, tabloid fixture, fashion icon, modern-day philosopher and black belt in Taekwondo. Born to a Muslim father from Bosnia, and a Catholic mother from Croatia, Zlatan recounts his extraordinary life story, from his poverty-stricken upbringing as an immigrant in Malmö, Sweden, to becoming one of the world's most sought-after and expensive players, gracing Europe's finest clubs, from Ajax to Juventus, Internazionale to Barcelona, Milan to Paris Saint-Germain, and now Manchester United. I Am Zlatan reveals a rare and ferocious intelligence, willpower and God-given talent most recently exhibited when Zlatan scored all four goals for Sweden in a 4-2 victory against England. His fourth goal, a 30-yard overhead kick with his back to goal is widely regarded as one of the greatest goals of all time. The BBC described it as a goal that 'combined unfathomable imagination and expert technique'. biacuaduc@gmail.com (Zlatan Ibrahimovic) Thu, 24 Nov 2016 15:03:09 GMT https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/pd/Bios-Memoirs/I-Am-Zlatan-Ibrahimovic-Audiobook/B01N52HSTD thebookvoice.com 10:19:00 no Listen to full audiobooks for free on thebookvoice.com Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/312/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: I Am Zlatan Ibrahimovic Author: Zlatan Ibrahimovic Narrator: James Hillier Format: Unabridged Length: 10 hrs and 19 mins Language: English Release date: 11-24-16 Publisher: Penguin Books Ltd Ratings: 4.5 of 5 out of 77 votes Genres: Bios & Memoirs, Celebrities Publisher's Summary: 'Guardiola has no balls. He drove me like a Fiat...I'm a Ferrari', Zlatan Ibrahimovic - professional football's most mercurial player, Swedish national hero, tabloid fixture, fashion icon, modern-day philosopher and black belt in Taekwondo. Born to a Muslim father from Bosnia, and a Catholic mother from Croatia, Zlatan recounts his extraordinary life story, from his poverty-stricken upbringing as an immigrant in Malmö, Sweden, to becoming one of the world's most sought-after and expensive players, gracing Europe's finest clubs, from Ajax to Juventus, Internazionale to Barcelona, Milan to Paris Saint-Germain, and now Manchester United. I Am Zlatan reveals a rare and ferocious intelligence, willpower and God-given talent most recently exhibited when Zlatan scored all four goals for Sweden in a 4-2 victory against England. His fourth goal, a 30-yard overhead kick with his back to goal is widely regarded as one of the greatest goals of all time. The BBC described it as a goal that 'combined unfathomable imagination and expert technique'. Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/312/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: I Am Zlatan Ibrahimovic Author: Zlatan Ibrahimovic Narrator: James Hillier Format: Unabridged Length: 10 hrs and 19 mins Language: English Release date: 11-24-16 Publisher: Penguin Books Ltd Ratings: 4.5 of 5 out of 77 votes Genres: Bios & Memoirs, Celebrities Publisher's Summary: 'Guardiola has no balls. He drove me like a Fiat...I'm a Ferrari', Zlatan Ibrahimovic - professional football's most mercurial player, Swedish national hero, tabloid fixture, fashion icon, modern-day philosopher and black belt in Taekwondo. Born to a Muslim father from Bosnia, and a Catholic mother from Croatia, Zlatan recounts his extraordinary life story, from his poverty-stricken upbringing as an immigrant in Malmö, Sweden, to becoming one of the world's most sought-after and expensive players, gracing Europe's finest clubs, from Ajax to Juventus, Internazionale to Barcelona, Milan to Paris Saint-Germain, and now Manchester United. I Am Zlatan reveals a rare and ferocious intelligence, willpower and God-given talent most recently exhibited when Zlatan scored all four goals for Sweden in a 4-2 victory against England. His fourth goal, a 30-yard overhead kick with his back to goal is widely regarded as one of the greatest goals of all time. The BBC described it as a goal that 'combined unfathomable imagination and expert technique'. Members Reviews: Terrible narration! Why get an English guy to read the Zlatan story? Swedes speak English very well. A Swedish reader would have done far greater justice than Hillier. The story was brilliant, the narration was a total let-down! great book This is a great listen, really interesting and quite compelling, would 10/10 recommend a listen. Great for a long journey easy listen, interesting enough to keep you awake. I would recommend to any football fan BRILLIANT INSIGHT INTO THE LION!! Absolutely loved this book, can't wait for the updated version with PSG and Man United. Great stories! Didnt want it to end...wish he covered psg and beyond. Guess I'll have to wait... https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/pd/Bios-Memoirs/A-Royal-Duty-Audiobook/B0036NA45E Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/312/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: A Royal Duty Author: Paul Burrell Narrator: Paul Burrell Format: Unabridged Length: 18 hrs and 46 mins Language: English Release date: 10-30-07 Publisher: Whole Story Audiobooks Ratings: 4 of 5 out of 131 votes Genres: Bios & Memoirs, Celebrities Publisher's Summary: In A Royal Duty, Paul Burrell reveals the truth about Princess Diana, as well as a faithful account of her thoughts. He was the favourite footman who formed a unique relationship with the Queen. He was the butler who the Princess of Wales called "my rock" and "the only man I can trust". He was accused of theft, then acquitted following the historic intervention of the monarch. He was the Princess' most intimate confidant - and may be the only person able to separate the myth from the truth of the Diana years. ©2003, 2004 Paul Burrell; (P)2007 W F Howes Ltd. biacuaduc@gmail.com (Paul Burrell) Tue, 30 Oct 2007 19:37:45 GMT https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/pd/Bios-Memoirs/A-Royal-Duty-Audiobook/B0036NA45E thebookvoice.com 18:46:00 no Listen to full audiobooks for free on thebookvoice.com Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/312/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: A Royal Duty Author: Paul Burrell Narrator: Paul Burrell Format: Unabridged Length: 18 hrs and 46 mins Language: English Release date: 10-30-07 Publisher: Whole Story Audiobooks Ratings: 4 of 5 out of 131 votes Genres: Bios & Memoirs, Celebrities Publisher's Summary: In A Royal Duty, Paul Burrell reveals the truth about Princess Diana, as well as a faithful account of her thoughts. He was the favourite footman who formed a unique relationship with the Queen. He was the butler who the Princess of Wales called "my rock" and "the only man I can trust". He was accused of theft, then acquitted following the historic intervention of the monarch. He was the Princess' most intimate confidant - and may be the only person able to separate the myth from the truth of the Diana years. ©2003, 2004 Paul Burrell; (P)2007 W F Howes Ltd. Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/312/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: A Royal Duty Author: Paul Burrell Narrator: Paul Burrell Format: Unabridged Length: 18 hrs and 46 mins Language: English Release date: 10-30-07 Publisher: Whole Story Audiobooks Ratings: 4 of 5 out of 131 votes Genres: Bios & Memoirs, Celebrities Publisher's Summary: In A Royal Duty, Paul Burrell reveals the truth about Princess Diana, as well as a faithful account of her thoughts. He was the favourite footman who formed a unique relationship with the Queen. He was the butler who the Princess of Wales called "my rock" and "the only man I can trust". He was accused of theft, then acquitted following the historic intervention of the monarch. He was the Princess' most intimate confidant - and may be the only person able to separate the myth from the truth of the Diana years. ©2003, 2004 Paul Burrell; (P)2007 W F Howes Ltd. Members Reviews: Disappointing Any additional comments? There's a saying along the lines of "Being powerful is like being a lady. If you have to tell people you are, you aren't." Paul Burrell spends over 400 pages describing innumerable instances in which he believed he served as Diana's faultless knight in shining armor. He repeatedly uses words such as "heroic" and "discrete" (!) to describe himself, which struck me as increasingly strange as the book plodded on. Also, Paul has a wife and family but yet states clearly that his loyalty was/is foremost to Diana - all day, every day. It doesn't someone who's studied psychology (which I have, I should add) to realize Paul Burrell (and Diana, to be honest) have some issues. Most likely, codependency. Don't read this book if you're hoping to learn a great deal about Princess Diana. If self-congratulatory butlers are your thing, though, this is the book for you. Really enjoyed it! This was my first story on the Royals. I was really impressed with the lively narration and the concise, but detailed story line. I enjoyed learning about the "servant" side of the story too and how life was for Paul in the Queen's service. I found him very loyal and respectful in telling his story. I hope that this author produces more books on the subject or even on other subjects. He is a great writer and a very good narrator. I enjoyed this a lot. A Royal Duty A facinating insight to a very private and public family. It changed my opinion on quite a few things. Paul Burrell did an outstanding job. So glad I finally listened! As an American Royalist since Diana appeared on the scene, I resisted this book for many years as I felt it was a betrayal on Paul Burrell's part to have written it . My opinion is now the opposite. At almost 20 years on from her death , it was a fascinating listen. I was brought to smiles, chuckles , and of course tears. Thank you , Paul , for your service and for the sacrifices made by you and your family for holding the course. Highest recommendations to all those interested in the British Royal Family Excellent first person account. History as told by the most intimate of first person accounts. Paul Burrell was The Princesses friend, counselor, and protector. Just a great story. https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/pd/Bios-Memoirs/My-Inappropriate-Life-Audiobook/B00B1GF264 Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/312/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: My Inappropriate Life Subtitle: Some Material Not Suitable for Small Children, Nuns, or Mature Adults Author: Heather McDonald Narrator: Heather McDonald Format: Unabridged Length: 5 hrs and 45 mins Language: English Release date: 02-05-13 Publisher: Brilliance Audio Ratings: 4 of 5 out of 195 votes Genres: Bios & Memoirs, Celebrities Publisher's Summary: In her hilarious New York Times best seller Youll Never Blue Ball in This Town Again, Heather McDonald recounted her adventures as an unwilling virgin in Hollywood. Now happily married with three wonderful kids, she shows that life as a grown-up - even a pretend grown-up - has its challenges. Heathers a working mom with parents who live next door, a sister who keeps asking for one of her still-fertile eggs, and friends who are up to more hijinks than even Heather can handle. This self-proclaimed "Real Housewife of Woodland Hills" is determined to achieve A-list status (thus expanding her entourage beyond her three school-aged children and a house-husband who is infuriatingly bad at collecting neighborhood gossip) and defeat (or at least be accepted by) the mean neighborhood moms who judge her for taking her kids to a stripper pool party in Vegas. Its a lot to juggle when shes also battling her Chelsea Lately coworkers for the crudest and most elaborate practical jokes (dont ask her about that "free" Vera Wang dress). Just as laugh-out-loud funny and irreverent in her storytelling as she is on camera as Chelsea Handlers partner-in-crime, in My Inappropriate Life Heather recounts her misadventures with a disarming candor all her own. Editorial Reviews: Editors Select, February 2013 - Heather McDonald is hilarious. And whenever I make that statement its usually followed up by, Who is Heather McDonald? Anyone who watches E!s Chelsea Lately will instantly recognize her as Chelseas brunette sidekick who often appears on the shows 3-person round table of stand-up comedians. Heather is also one of the shows writers and producers and I categorize her talent to be on par with the Chelseas, Tinas and Amys of the funny-woman world. As soon as I got my hands on the My Inappropriate Life manuscript I devoured it over the course of a weekend and although it highlights Heathers life as a wife and mother, I found my single, child-less self-concealing my laughter for all to hear in the subway car those two days. Each chapter is its own self-contained incident perfect for nuggetized listening in short spurts. With chapters titled Craigslisting for Family Pool Parties, The Real Housewives of Woodland Hills and One Nipple Out the Door its hard to not get pulled into Heathers totally relatable yet out of this world whirlwind charm. Her narration is icing on the cake. Critic Reviews: "Most moms that you work with come to your desk uninvited and start showing you photos or telling you boring stories about their kids.... Not Heather McDonald. Instead she shows me photos of her new pool." (Jen Kirkman, author of I Can Barely Take Care of Myself) "I dont know any other person who can tell me they are over trees, mean it, make me laugh about it, and at the same time make me wonder if perhaps I am, too." (Sarah Colonna, author of Life as I Blow It) biacuaduc@gmail.com (Heather McDonald) Tue, 05 Feb 2013 23:51:30 GMT https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/pd/Bios-Memoirs/My-Inappropriate-Life-Audiobook/B00B1GF264 thebookvoice.com 05:45:00 no Listen to full audiobooks for free on thebookvoice.com Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/312/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: My Inappropriate Life Subtitle: Some Material Not Suitable for Small Children, Nuns, or Mature Adults Author: Heather McDonald Narrator: Heather McDonald Format: Unabridged Length: 5 hrs and 45 mins Language: English Release date: 02-05-13 Publisher: Brilliance Audio Ratings: 4 of 5 out of 195 votes Genres: Bios & Memoirs, Celebrities Publisher's Summary: In her hilarious New York Times best seller Youll Never Blue Ball in This Town Again, Heather McDonald recounted her adventures as an unwilling virgin in Hollywood. Now happily married with three wonderful kids, she shows that life as a grown-up - even a pretend grown-up - has its challenges. Heathers a working mom with parents who live next door, a sister who keeps asking for one of her still-fertile eggs, and friends who are up to more hijinks than even Heather can handle. This self-proclaimed "Real Housewife of Woodland Hills" is determined to achieve A-list status (thus expanding her entourage beyond her three school-aged children and a house-husband who is infuriatingly bad at collecting neighborhood gossip) and defeat (or at least be accepted by) the mean neighborhood moms who judge her for taking her kids to a stripper pool party in Vegas. Its a lot to juggle when shes also battling her Chelsea Lately coworkers for the crudest and most elaborate practical jokes (dont ask her about that "free" Vera Wang dress). Just as laugh-out-loud funny and irreverent in her storytelling as she is on camera as Chelsea Handlers partner-in-crime, in My Inappropriate Life Heather recounts her misadventures with a disarming candor all her own. Editorial Reviews: Editors Select, February 2013 - Heather McDonald is hilarious. And whenever I make that statement its usually followed up by, Who is Heather McDonald? Anyone who watches E!s Chelsea Lately will instantly recognize her as Chelseas brunette sidekick who often appears on the shows 3-person round table of stand-up comedians. Heather is also one of the shows writers and producers and I categorize her talent to be on par with the Chelseas, Tinas and Amys of the funny-woman world. As soon as I got my hands on the My Inappropriate Life manuscript I devoured it over the course of a weekend and although it highlights Heathers life as a wife and mother, I found my single, child-less self-concealing my laughter for all to hear in the subway car those two days. Each chapter is its own self-contained incident perfect for nuggetized listening in short spurts. With chapters titled Craigslisting for Family Pool Parties, The Real Housewives of Woodland Hills and One Nipple Out the Door its hard to not get pulled into Heathers totally relatable yet out of this world whirlwind charm. Her narration is icing on the cake. Critic Reviews: "Most moms that you work with come to your desk uninvited and start showing you photos or telling you boring stories about their kids.... Not Heather McDonald. Instead she shows me photos of her new pool." (Jen Kirkman, author of I Can Barely Take Care of Myself) "I dont know any other person who can tell me they are over trees, mean it, make me laugh about it, and at the same time make me wonder if perhaps I am, too." (Sarah Colonna, author of Life as I Blow It) Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/312/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: My Inappropriate Life Subtitle: Some Material Not Suitable for Small Children, Nuns, or Mature Adults Author: Heather McDonald Narrator: Heather McDonald Format: Unabridged Length: 5 hrs and 45 mins Language: English Release date: 02-05-13 Publisher: Brilliance Audio Ratings: 4 of 5 out of 195 votes Genres: Bios & Memoirs, Celebrities Publisher's Summary: In her hilarious New York Times best seller Youll Never Blue Ball in This Town Again, Heather McDonald recounted her adventures as an unwilling virgin in Hollywood. Now happily married with three wonderful kids, she shows that life as a grown-up - even a pretend grown-up - has its challenges. Heathers a working mom with parents who live next door, a sister who keeps asking for one of her still-fertile eggs, and friends who are up to more hijinks than even Heather can handle. This self-proclaimed "Real Housewife of Woodland Hills" is determined to achieve A-list status (thus expanding her entourage beyond her three school-aged children and a house-husband who is infuriatingly bad at collecting neighborhood gossip) and defeat (or at least be accepted by) the mean neighborhood moms who judge her for taking her kids to a stripper pool party in Vegas. Its a lot to juggle when shes also battling her Chelsea Lately coworkers for the crudest and most elaborate practical jokes (dont ask her about that "free" Vera Wang dress). Just as laugh-out-loud funny and irreverent in her storytelling as she is on camera as Chelsea Handlers partner-in-crime, in My Inappropriate Life Heather recounts her misadventures with a disarming candor all her own. Editorial Reviews: Editors Select, February 2013 - Heather McDonald is hilarious. And whenever I make that statement its usually followed up by, Who is Heather McDonald? Anyone who watches E!s Chelsea Lately will instantly recognize her as Chelseas brunette sidekick who often appears on the shows 3-person round table of stand-up comedians. Heather is also one of the shows writers and producers and I categorize her talent to be on par with the Chelseas, Tinas and Amys of the funny-woman world. As soon as I got my hands on the My Inappropriate Life manuscript I devoured it over the course of a weekend and although it highlights Heathers life as a wife and mother, I found my single, child-less self-concealing my laughter for all to hear in the subway car those two days. Each chapter is its own self-contained incident perfect for nuggetized listening in short spurts. With chapters titled Craigslisting for Family Pool Parties, The Real Housewives of Woodland Hills and One Nipple Out the Door its hard to not get pulled into Heathers totally relatable yet out of this world whirlwind charm. Her narration is icing on the cake. Critic Reviews: "Most moms that you work with come to your desk uninvited and start showing you photos or telling you boring stories about their kids.... Not Heather McDonald. Instead she shows me photos of her new pool." (Jen Kirkman, author of I Can Barely Take Care of Myself) "I dont know any other person who can tell me they are over trees, mean it, make me laugh about it, and at the same time make me wonder if perhaps I am, too." (Sarah Colonna, author of Life as I Blow It) Members Reviews: Very hard to listen to! Is there anything you would change about this book? Yes, don't have the author read the book. She sounds awful, pauses at weird places and makes the book hard to listen to. https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/pd/Bios-Memoirs/Life-and-Laughing-Audiobook/B004559U52 Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/312/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: Life and Laughing Subtitle: My Story Author: Michael McIntyre Narrator: Michael McIntyre Format: Unabridged Length: 7 hrs and 44 mins Language: English Release date: 10-14-10 Publisher: Penguin Books Ltd Ratings: 4.5 of 5 out of 213 votes Genres: Bios & Memoirs, Celebrities Publisher's Summary: Michael McIntyre has become Britains biggest comedy star. His debut stand-up DVD, Live & Laughing, was the fastest selling of all time, only to be eclipsed by his second, Hello Wembley, which sold over 1.4 million copies and was the 2009 Christmas number one. He hosts his own BAFTA nominated BBC1 series, Michael McIntyres Comedy Roadshow, and won the British Comedy Award for Best Live Stand-up in 2009 following his record breaking 54-date Arena tour. But how did he get there? Michael reveals all and gives a hilarious performance in this audio edition of his remarkably honest autobiography. His showbiz roots, his appalling attempts to attract the opposite sex, his fish-out-of-water move from public to state school, and his astonishing journey from selling just one ticket at the Edinburgh Festival to selling half a million tickets on his last tour - all are revealed. Michaels story is riveting, poignant, romantic, and above all, very, very funny. biacuaduc@gmail.com (Michael McIntyre) Thu, 14 Oct 2010 11:14:36 GMT https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/pd/Bios-Memoirs/Life-and-Laughing-Audiobook/B004559U52 thebookvoice.com 07:44:00 no Listen to full audiobooks for free on thebookvoice.com Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/312/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: Life and Laughing Subtitle: My Story Author: Michael McIntyre Narrator: Michael McIntyre Format: Unabridged Length: 7 hrs and 44 mins Language: English Release date: 10-14-10 Publisher: Penguin Books Ltd Ratings: 4.5 of 5 out of 213 votes Genres: Bios & Memoirs, Celebrities Publisher's Summary: Michael McIntyre has become Britains biggest comedy star. His debut stand-up DVD, Live & Laughing, was the fastest selling of all time, only to be eclipsed by his second, Hello Wembley, which sold over 1.4 million copies and was the 2009 Christmas number one. He hosts his own BAFTA nominated BBC1 series, Michael McIntyres Comedy Roadshow, and won the British Comedy Award for Best Live Stand-up in 2009 following his record breaking 54-date Arena tour. But how did he get there? Michael reveals all and gives a hilarious performance in this audio edition of his remarkably honest autobiography. His showbiz roots, his appalling attempts to attract the opposite sex, his fish-out-of-water move from public to state school, and his astonishing journey from selling just one ticket at the Edinburgh Festival to selling half a million tickets on his last tour - all are revealed. Michaels story is riveting, poignant, romantic, and above all, very, very funny. Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/312/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: Life and Laughing Subtitle: My Story Author: Michael McIntyre Narrator: Michael McIntyre Format: Unabridged Length: 7 hrs and 44 mins Language: English Release date: 10-14-10 Publisher: Penguin Books Ltd Ratings: 4.5 of 5 out of 213 votes Genres: Bios & Memoirs, Celebrities Publisher's Summary: Michael McIntyre has become Britains biggest comedy star. His debut stand-up DVD, Live & Laughing, was the fastest selling of all time, only to be eclipsed by his second, Hello Wembley, which sold over 1.4 million copies and was the 2009 Christmas number one. He hosts his own BAFTA nominated BBC1 series, Michael McIntyres Comedy Roadshow, and won the British Comedy Award for Best Live Stand-up in 2009 following his record breaking 54-date Arena tour. But how did he get there? Michael reveals all and gives a hilarious performance in this audio edition of his remarkably honest autobiography. His showbiz roots, his appalling attempts to attract the opposite sex, his fish-out-of-water move from public to state school, and his astonishing journey from selling just one ticket at the Edinburgh Festival to selling half a million tickets on his last tour - all are revealed. Michaels story is riveting, poignant, romantic, and above all, very, very funny. Members Reviews: Entertaining and engaging I expected an interesting story with some funny bits. I think this is better than reading the book yourself as you get to listen to Micheal himself. While the book covers some sad and hard times in his life it is not depressing but very funny. He is also able to convey his feelings and emotions for both the sad and happy times to give you an idea of how he felt and what he was going through. The book had me in tears frequently, some tears off sadness but mostly tears of laughter. Fortunately I was home alone listening so no problem for the times when I just couldn't hold the laughter in. He also gives the rest of us an idea of how hard it is to become a success in comedy, you don't just walk into a club and start telling jokes and bingo your famous. I've often thought that people in showbiz must all have big egos just to get up on stage and assume people want to see / hear them. I've never considered that they want to make us happy by performing or that their disapointment at lack of success might not be purely financially motivated. I hope Micheal has many more years of entertaining ahead of him and that he has plans for further books. hilarious He is a very funny man and if you have seen him on tv and like him then you will love his autobiography. His narration is brilliant. Some laughs and some tears, a good listen I loved this audiobook. Have become a fan of Michael McIntyres comedy and found it a really interesting story of how he got to where he is today. It is not a book of all laughs, I had tears at times, but was an inspirational story by someone who has faced a lot to get his success. Read brilliantly by Michael himself. Would recommend. Great fun What did you love best about Life and Laughing? Was great fun. I found his experiences to be very interesting and found his outlook to life refreshing. What was one of the most memorable moments of Life and Laughing? His teenage years and his start in the standup circuit.... Have you listened to any of Michael McIntyres other performances before? How does this one compare? I started following Michael Mcintyre after this performance. If you were to make a film of this book, what would the tag line be? Laugh out loud !! Any additional comments? Highly recommended BEST Narration of any audiobook...ever! Would you listen to Life and Laughing again? Why? Absolutely would listen to this again. https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/pd/Bios-Memoirs/Carsick-Audiobook/B00J9QLMY4 Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/312/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: Carsick Subtitle: John Waters Hitchhikes Across America Author: John Waters Narrator: John Waters Format: Unabridged Length: 8 hrs and 8 mins Language: English Release date: 06-03-14 Publisher: Macmillan Audio Ratings: 4 of 5 out of 616 votes Genres: Bios & Memoirs, Celebrities Publisher's Summary: A cross-country hitchhiking journey with Americas most beloved weirdo. John Waters is putting his life on the line. Armed with wit, a pencil-thin mustache, and a cardboard sign that reads "Im Not Psycho", he hitchhikes across America from Baltimore to San Francisco, braving lonely roads and treacherous drivers. But who should we be more worried about, the delicate film director with genteel manners or the unsuspecting travelers transporting the Pope of Trash? Before he leaves for this bizarre adventure, Waters fantasizes about the best and worst possible scenarios: A friendly drug dealer hands over piles of cash to finance films with no questions asked, a demolition-derby driver makes a filthy sexual request in the middle of a race, a gun-toting drunk terrorizes and holds him hostage, and a Kansas vice squad entraps and throws him in jail. So what really happens when this cult legend sticks out his thumb and faces the open road? His real-life rides include a gentle 81-year-old farmer who is convinced Waters is a hobo, an indie band on tour, and the perverse filmmakers unexpected hero: A young, sandy-haired Republican in a Corvette. Laced with subversive humor and warm intelligence, Carsick is an unforgettable vacation with a wickedly funny companion - and a celebration of Americas weird, astonishing, and generous citizenry. biacuaduc@gmail.com (John Waters) Tue, 03 Jun 2014 17:15:27 GMT https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/pd/Bios-Memoirs/Carsick-Audiobook/B00J9QLMY4 thebookvoice.com 08:08:00 no Listen to full audiobooks for free on thebookvoice.com Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/312/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: Carsick Subtitle: John Waters Hitchhikes Across America Author: John Waters Narrator: John Waters Format: Unabridged Length: 8 hrs and 8 mins Language: English Release date: 06-03-14 Publisher: Macmillan Audio Ratings: 4 of 5 out of 616 votes Genres: Bios & Memoirs, Celebrities Publisher's Summary: A cross-country hitchhiking journey with Americas most beloved weirdo. John Waters is putting his life on the line. Armed with wit, a pencil-thin mustache, and a cardboard sign that reads "Im Not Psycho", he hitchhikes across America from Baltimore to San Francisco, braving lonely roads and treacherous drivers. But who should we be more worried about, the delicate film director with genteel manners or the unsuspecting travelers transporting the Pope of Trash? Before he leaves for this bizarre adventure, Waters fantasizes about the best and worst possible scenarios: A friendly drug dealer hands over piles of cash to finance films with no questions asked, a demolition-derby driver makes a filthy sexual request in the middle of a race, a gun-toting drunk terrorizes and holds him hostage, and a Kansas vice squad entraps and throws him in jail. So what really happens when this cult legend sticks out his thumb and faces the open road? His real-life rides include a gentle 81-year-old farmer who is convinced Waters is a hobo, an indie band on tour, and the perverse filmmakers unexpected hero: A young, sandy-haired Republican in a Corvette. Laced with subversive humor and warm intelligence, Carsick is an unforgettable vacation with a wickedly funny companion - and a celebration of Americas weird, astonishing, and generous citizenry. Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/312/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: Carsick Subtitle: John Waters Hitchhikes Across America Author: John Waters Narrator: John Waters Format: Unabridged Length: 8 hrs and 8 mins Language: English Release date: 06-03-14 Publisher: Macmillan Audio Ratings: 4 of 5 out of 616 votes Genres: Bios & Memoirs, Celebrities Publisher's Summary: A cross-country hitchhiking journey with Americas most beloved weirdo. John Waters is putting his life on the line. Armed with wit, a pencil-thin mustache, and a cardboard sign that reads "Im Not Psycho", he hitchhikes across America from Baltimore to San Francisco, braving lonely roads and treacherous drivers. But who should we be more worried about, the delicate film director with genteel manners or the unsuspecting travelers transporting the Pope of Trash? Before he leaves for this bizarre adventure, Waters fantasizes about the best and worst possible scenarios: A friendly drug dealer hands over piles of cash to finance films with no questions asked, a demolition-derby driver makes a filthy sexual request in the middle of a race, a gun-toting drunk terrorizes and holds him hostage, and a Kansas vice squad entraps and throws him in jail. So what really happens when this cult legend sticks out his thumb and faces the open road? His real-life rides include a gentle 81-year-old farmer who is convinced Waters is a hobo, an indie band on tour, and the perverse filmmakers unexpected hero: A young, sandy-haired Republican in a Corvette. Laced with subversive humor and warm intelligence, Carsick is an unforgettable vacation with a wickedly funny companion - and a celebration of Americas weird, astonishing, and generous citizenry. Members Reviews: another great piece of filth from john waters! Would you consider the audio edition of Carsick to be better than the print version? have not read the print version, but john waters DOES narrate! What other book might you compare Carsick to and why? role models. it is also read by john waters. Which character as performed by John Waters was your favorite? john waters as himself Did you have an extreme reaction to this book? Did it make you laugh or cry? the book, of course, made me laugh out loud several times, and like john waters other books, really lifts my spirit Any additional comments? loved it! this is a must for any dreamland fan!! i felt like i was on the road with right next to john the whole time! i hope mr. waters is working on his next idea for his next book! can't wait! New and vintage - a romp with John Waters Would you recommend this audiobook to a friend? If so, why? Absolutely. More especially if the friend is as familiar with John Waters as I am . I do not think you have to be a John Waters fan to enjoy this book, but it does add to the narrative if you are familiar with the references. What did you like best about this story? The juxtaposition of real, good and bad trips. It goes without saying that the dark humor was stellar. What does John Waters bring to the story that you wouldnt experience if you just read the book? Having heard Mr. Waters before, it was almost cozy-felling to have him read his own tale. He is a good reader. Did you have an extreme reaction to this book? Did it make you laugh or cry? At one point, I was lying in bed while listening to this book and began to laugh out loud. Loudly. It cracked me up as well as making me sad for the sorry state of this country. Any additional comments? I don't like the notion of a book being a summer or beach read, but if pressed -- then this one would fit that bill. https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/pd/Bios-Memoirs/David-Attenborough-Life-on-Air-Memoirs-of-a-Broadcaster-Audiobook/B004503YMM Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/312/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: David Attenborough - Life on Air: Memoirs of a Broadcaster Author: David Attenborough Narrator: David Attenborough Format: Unabridged Length: 19 hrs and 26 mins Language: English Release date: 10-01-10 Publisher: BBC Worldwide Limited Ratings: 4.5 of 5 out of 358 votes Genres: Bios & Memoirs, Celebrities Publisher's Summary: His career as a naturalist and broadcaster has spanned nearly five decades and there are very few places on the globe that he has not visited. In this volume of memoirs David tells stories of the people and animals he has met and the places that he has visited. Over the last 25 years he has established himself as the world's leading Natural History programme maker with several landmark BBC series, most recently the hugely popular Life and Blue Planet, alongside Life on Earth, The Living Planet, The Trials of Life, The Private Life of Plants, and Life of Birds. This is an updated autobiography of David Attenborough's life, read by David Attenborough himself. biacuaduc@gmail.com (David Attenborough) Fri, 01 Oct 2010 03:49:04 GMT https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/pd/Bios-Memoirs/David-Attenborough-Life-on-Air-Memoirs-of-a-Broadcaster-Audiobook/B004503YMM thebookvoice.com 19:26:00 no Listen to full audiobooks for free on thebookvoice.com Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/312/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: David Attenborough - Life on Air: Memoirs of a Broadcaster Author: David Attenborough Narrator: David Attenborough Format: Unabridged Length: 19 hrs and 26 mins Language: English Release date: 10-01-10 Publisher: BBC Worldwide Limited Ratings: 4.5 of 5 out of 358 votes Genres: Bios & Memoirs, Celebrities Publisher's Summary: His career as a naturalist and broadcaster has spanned nearly five decades and there are very few places on the globe that he has not visited. In this volume of memoirs David tells stories of the people and animals he has met and the places that he has visited. Over the last 25 years he has established himself as the world's leading Natural History programme maker with several landmark BBC series, most recently the hugely popular Life and Blue Planet, alongside Life on Earth, The Living Planet, The Trials of Life, The Private Life of Plants, and Life of Birds. This is an updated autobiography of David Attenborough's life, read by David Attenborough himself. Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/312/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: David Attenborough - Life on Air: Memoirs of a Broadcaster Author: David Attenborough Narrator: David Attenborough Format: Unabridged Length: 19 hrs and 26 mins Language: English Release date: 10-01-10 Publisher: BBC Worldwide Limited Ratings: 4.5 of 5 out of 358 votes Genres: Bios & Memoirs, Celebrities Publisher's Summary: His career as a naturalist and broadcaster has spanned nearly five decades and there are very few places on the globe that he has not visited. In this volume of memoirs David tells stories of the people and animals he has met and the places that he has visited. Over the last 25 years he has established himself as the world's leading Natural History programme maker with several landmark BBC series, most recently the hugely popular Life and Blue Planet, alongside Life on Earth, The Living Planet, The Trials of Life, The Private Life of Plants, and Life of Birds. This is an updated autobiography of David Attenborough's life, read by David Attenborough himself. Members Reviews: Made me think about childhood dreams It's one of the most inspiring books I've read, extremely well narrated by the Sir. Attenborough. It's not one of the boring memoirs where you start with childhood and go on. You'll like it if you like Sir. Attenborough's work, nature, or want to find out how nature films are made. I loved the witty style of writing and the subtle jokes. It made me think of childhood dreams when I wanted to be an explorer and study animals and have my own natural reservation and it made me want to get up and run to the park to look at birds ans squirrels, which I did. Any book that can do this is a great book, in my opinion. A Life Worth Living This is the first time I have ever given a book 5 Stars. Anyone reading this review should bear in mind that I am English and the Attenborough experience delivers nostalgic recall of evenings sitting in front of the family's black and white TV while his programs were the highlight of the week. Yes...I am biassed! Even so, who ever thought that DA had such a sense of humor and knew instinctively how to write and tell a story; i was in stitches at least 50 times. His English is unfussy, grammatically sound and so easy to understand. His humility is admirable; his subject fascinating; his absorption with his professional career quite enviable. His enjoyment of colleagues has a charm all its own. His love of animals is, of course, a constant rumble though the Chapters. All comes across with the resounding clarity of the trained broadcaster's voice. His respect for others who lived to make a difference in broadcast media simmers constantly. His association with such landmark projects as 'The Ascent of Man', 'Civilization', 'Bicentennial' and others underlines DA's sense of what is important, what should be recorded in the annuls of man. His comments on the pace of change of media technology and its impact on his work remind us how far we've come in 70 decades. Yes...DA has been around, working in broadcsating, for 70 decades. Thoroughly enjoyable; I shall search his other writings the moment I close the last page. Probably my favourite audiobook I've listened to many really great audiobooks, but I think this is probably my favourite so far. As well as covering the flora and fauna for which Attenborough is most famous, this is a fascinating insight into the early life of the BBC, the technical challenges of dragging 16mm cameras through rain forests, and a whole variety of other unexpected treasures. Very highly recommended. The Life of a BBC stalwart This was a really entertaining listen. It didnt really hold too many surprises. https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/pd/Bios-Memoirs/You-Cant-Make-This-Up-Audiobook/B00OTYC3TY Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/312/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: You Can't Make This Up Subtitle: Miracles, Memories, and the Perfect Marriage of Sports and Television Author: Al Michaels, L. Jon Wertheim Narrator: Al Michaels, Ray Porter Format: Unabridged Length: 9 hrs and 55 mins Language: English Release date: 11-18-14 Publisher: HarperAudio Ratings: 4.5 of 5 out of 465 votes Genres: Bios & Memoirs, Celebrities Publisher's Summary: In this highly entertaining and insightful memoir, one of televisions most respected broadcasters interweaves the story of his life and career with lively firsthand tales of some of the most thrilling events and fascinating figures in modern sports. No sportscaster has covered more major sporting events than Al Michaels. Over the course of his forty-plus year career, he has logged more hours on live network television than any other broadcaster in history, and is the only play-by-play commentator to have covered all four major sports championships: the Super Bowl, World Series, NBA Finals, and the Stanley Cup Final. He has also witnessed first-hand some of the most memorable events in modern sports, and in this highly personal and revealing account, brings them vividly to life. Michaels shares never-before-told stories from his early years and his rise to the top, covering some of the greatest moments of the past half century - from the Miracle on Ice - the historic 1980 Olympic hockey finals - to the earthquake that rocked the 1989 World Series. Some of the greatest names on and off the field are here - Michael Jordan, Bill Walton, Pete Rose, Bill Walsh, Peyton and Eli Manning, Brett Favre, John Madden, Howard Cosell, Cris Collinsworth, and many, many more. Forthright and down-to-earth, Michaels tells the truth as he sees it, giving listeners unique insight into the high drama, the colorful players, and the heroes and occasional villains of an industry that has become a vital part of modern culture. biacuaduc@gmail.com (Al Michaels) Tue, 18 Nov 2014 03:60:09 GMT https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/pd/Bios-Memoirs/You-Cant-Make-This-Up-Audiobook/B00OTYC3TY thebookvoice.com 09:55:00 no Listen to full audiobooks for free on thebookvoice.com Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/312/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: You Can't Make This Up Subtitle: Miracles, Memories, and the Perfect Marriage of Sports and Television Author: Al Michaels, L. Jon Wertheim Narrator: Al Michaels, Ray Porter Format: Unabridged Length: 9 hrs and 55 mins Language: English Release date: 11-18-14 Publisher: HarperAudio Ratings: 4.5 of 5 out of 465 votes Genres: Bios & Memoirs, Celebrities Publisher's Summary: In this highly entertaining and insightful memoir, one of televisions most respected broadcasters interweaves the story of his life and career with lively firsthand tales of some of the most thrilling events and fascinating figures in modern sports. No sportscaster has covered more major sporting events than Al Michaels. Over the course of his forty-plus year career, he has logged more hours on live network television than any other broadcaster in history, and is the only play-by-play commentator to have covered all four major sports championships: the Super Bowl, World Series, NBA Finals, and the Stanley Cup Final. He has also witnessed first-hand some of the most memorable events in modern sports, and in this highly personal and revealing account, brings them vividly to life. Michaels shares never-before-told stories from his early years and his rise to the top, covering some of the greatest moments of the past half century - from the Miracle on Ice - the historic 1980 Olympic hockey finals - to the earthquake that rocked the 1989 World Series. Some of the greatest names on and off the field are here - Michael Jordan, Bill Walton, Pete Rose, Bill Walsh, Peyton and Eli Manning, Brett Favre, John Madden, Howard Cosell, Cris Collinsworth, and many, many more. Forthright and down-to-earth, Michaels tells the truth as he sees it, giving listeners unique insight into the high drama, the colorful players, and the heroes and occasional villains of an industry that has become a vital part of modern culture. Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/312/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: You Can't Make This Up Subtitle: Miracles, Memories, and the Perfect Marriage of Sports and Television Author: Al Michaels, L. Jon Wertheim Narrator: Al Michaels, Ray Porter Format: Unabridged Length: 9 hrs and 55 mins Language: English Release date: 11-18-14 Publisher: HarperAudio Ratings: 4.5 of 5 out of 465 votes Genres: Bios & Memoirs, Celebrities Publisher's Summary: In this highly entertaining and insightful memoir, one of televisions most respected broadcasters interweaves the story of his life and career with lively firsthand tales of some of the most thrilling events and fascinating figures in modern sports. No sportscaster has covered more major sporting events than Al Michaels. Over the course of his forty-plus year career, he has logged more hours on live network television than any other broadcaster in history, and is the only play-by-play commentator to have covered all four major sports championships: the Super Bowl, World Series, NBA Finals, and the Stanley Cup Final. He has also witnessed first-hand some of the most memorable events in modern sports, and in this highly personal and revealing account, brings them vividly to life. Michaels shares never-before-told stories from his early years and his rise to the top, covering some of the greatest moments of the past half century - from the Miracle on Ice - the historic 1980 Olympic hockey finals - to the earthquake that rocked the 1989 World Series. Some of the greatest names on and off the field are here - Michael Jordan, Bill Walton, Pete Rose, Bill Walsh, Peyton and Eli Manning, Brett Favre, John Madden, Howard Cosell, Cris Collinsworth, and many, many more. Forthright and down-to-earth, Michaels tells the truth as he sees it, giving listeners unique insight into the high drama, the colorful players, and the heroes and occasional villains of an industry that has become a vital part of modern culture. Members Reviews: A Fantastic Book...Simply Fantastic ! If you could sum up You Can't Make This Up in three words, what would they be? A treasure chest of stories, experiences and behind the scenes views of a remarkable person and career. An amazing book. What does Al Michaels and Ray Porter bring to the story that you wouldnt experience if you just read the book? Ray Porter does such a good job narrating most of the book, you feel like it's Al Michaels speaking. Any additional comments? If you're a sports fan, especially in your 50's, you'll feel like your on a wonderful path down memory lane. Even if you're not in your 50's, the stories and behind the scenes perspectives of some of our greatest sports events are fantastic. I recommended this book to a young man I work with and my son, both young men, they loved it.There's also a very interesting glimpse of network sports programming. I highly recommend this audio book. I've listened to many and it will be the first that I will listen to again. Great, everything I hoped for, but... Any additional comments? ...a major disappointment that Al didn't read the whole book. The other narrator is just fine (except for his penchant for reading a score of 4-3 as "four and three"). Al's voice is so familiar, the stories he tells are so associated with him personally, that to have someone else read most of it is a letdown. Fortunately, Al himself read the "Miracle" chapter. Come on Al.. Can't read the whole book? Lost a little with the other guy reading it... Just a pet peeve of mine I wanted your book.. Not you and some other guy Almost great This is a well written account of a remarkable career. I've enjoyed Al's work most of my adult life. https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/pd/Bios-Memoirs/Dream-Team-Audiobook/B008RYXWRO Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/312/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: Dream Team Subtitle: How Michael, Magic, Larry, Charles, and the Greatest Team of All Time Changed the Game of Basketball Forever Author: Jack McCallum Narrator: Dick Hill Format: Unabridged Length: 12 hrs and 57 mins Language: English Release date: 08-06-12 Publisher: Tantor Audio Ratings: 4.5 of 5 out of 227 votes Genres: Bios & Memoirs, Celebrities Publisher's Summary: How Michael, Magic, Larry, Charles, and the greatest team of all time conquered the world and changed the game of basketball forever. They were the Beatles of basketball, the Mercury Seven in sneakers.... In Dream Team, acclaimed sports journalist Jack McCallum delivers the untold story of the greatest team ever assembled: the 1992 U.S. Olympic men's basketball team that captivated the world, kindled the hoop dreams of countless children around the planet, and remade the NBA into a global sensation. As a senior staff writer for Sports Illustrated, McCallum enjoyed a courtside seat for the most exciting basketball spectacle on earth, covering the Dream Team from its inception to the gold medal ceremony in Barcelona. For the duration of the Olympics, he lived with, golfed with, and - most importantly - drank with some of the greatest players of the NBA's Golden Age: Magic Johnson, the ebullient showman who shrugged off his recent diagnosis of HIV to become the team's unquestioned captain and leader; Michael Jordan, the transcendent talent at the height of his powers as a player - and a marketing juggernaut; and Charles Barkley, the outspoken iconoclast whose utterances on and off the court threatened to ignite an international incident. Presiding over the entire traveling circus was the Dream Team's beloved coach, Chuck Daly, whose laissez-faire approach proved instrumental in getting the most out of such disparate personalities and superstars as Larry Bird, Patrick Ewing, and Scottie Pippen. Drawing on fresh interviews with the players, McCallum provides the definitive account of the Dream Team phenomenon. He offers a behind-the-scenes look at the controversial selection process. He takes us inside the team's Olympic suites for late-night card games and bull sessions where the players debate both the finer points of basketball and their respective places in the NBA pantheon. And he narrates a riveting possession-by-possession account of the legendary July 1992 intrasquad scrimmage that pitted the Dream Teamers against one another in what may have been the greatest pickup game - and the greatest exhibition of trash talk - in history. In the 20 years since the Dream Team first captivated the world's attention, its mystique has only grown - and so has its influence. The NBA is now flush with international stars, many of them inspired by the exuberant spirit of '92. Dream Team vividly recreates the moment when a once-in-a-millennium group of athletes came together, outperformed the hype, and changed the future of sports - one perfectly executed fast break at a time. Critic Reviews: "Great [listening] for NBA fans. High-demand backstory." (Booklist) biacuaduc@gmail.com (Jack McCallum) Mon, 06 Aug 2012 05:58:49 GMT https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/pd/Bios-Memoirs/Dream-Team-Audiobook/B008RYXWRO thebookvoice.com 12:57:00 no Listen to full audiobooks for free on thebookvoice.com Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/312/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: Dream Team Subtitle: How Michael, Magic, Larry, Charles, and the Greatest Team of All Time Changed the Game of Basketball Forever Author: Jack McCallum Narrator: Dick Hill Format: Unabridged Length: 12 hrs and 57 mins Language: English Release date: 08-06-12 Publisher: Tantor Audio Ratings: 4.5 of 5 out of 227 votes Genres: Bios & Memoirs, Celebrities Publisher's Summary: How Michael, Magic, Larry, Charles, and the greatest team of all time conquered the world and changed the game of basketball forever. They were the Beatles of basketball, the Mercury Seven in sneakers.... In Dream Team, acclaimed sports journalist Jack McCallum delivers the untold story of the greatest team ever assembled: the 1992 U.S. Olympic men's basketball team that captivated the world, kindled the hoop dreams of countless children around the planet, and remade the NBA into a global sensation. As a senior staff writer for Sports Illustrated, McCallum enjoyed a courtside seat for the most exciting basketball spectacle on earth, covering the Dream Team from its inception to the gold medal ceremony in Barcelona. For the duration of the Olympics, he lived with, golfed with, and - most importantly - drank with some of the greatest players of the NBA's Golden Age: Magic Johnson, the ebullient showman who shrugged off his recent diagnosis of HIV to become the team's unquestioned captain and leader; Michael Jordan, the transcendent talent at the height of his powers as a player - and a marketing juggernaut; and Charles Barkley, the outspoken iconoclast whose utterances on and off the court threatened to ignite an international incident. Presiding over the entire traveling circus was the Dream Team's beloved coach, Chuck Daly, whose laissez-faire approach proved instrumental in getting the most out of such disparate personalities and superstars as Larry Bird, Patrick Ewing, and Scottie Pippen. Drawing on fresh interviews with the players, McCallum provides the definitive account of the Dream Team phenomenon. He offers a behind-the-scenes look at the controversial selection process. He takes us inside the team's Olympic suites for late-night card games and bull sessions where the players debate both the finer points of basketball and their respective places in the NBA pantheon. And he narrates a riveting possession-by-possession account of the legendary July 1992 intrasquad scrimmage that pitted the Dream Teamers against one another in what may have been the greatest pickup game - and the greatest exhibition of trash talk - in history. In the 20 years since the Dream Team first captivated the world's attention, its mystique has only grown - and so has its influence. The NBA is now flush with international stars, many of them inspired by the exuberant spirit of '92. Dream Team vividly recreates the moment when a once-in-a-millennium group of athletes came together, outperformed the hype, and changed the future of sports - one perfectly executed fast break at a time. Critic Reviews: "Great [listening] for NBA fans. High-demand backstory." (Booklist) Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/312/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: Dream Team Subtitle: How Michael, Magic, Larry, Charles, and the Greatest Team of All Time Changed the Game of Basketball Forever Author: Jack McCallum Narrator: Dick Hill Format: Unabridged Length: 12 hrs and 57 mins Language: English Release date: 08-06-12 Publisher: Tantor Audio Ratings: 4.5 of 5 out of 227 votes Genres: Bios & Memoirs, Celebrities Publisher's Summary: How Michael, Magic, Larry, Charles, and the greatest team of all time conquered the world and changed the game of basketball forever. They were the Beatles of basketball, the Mercury Seven in sneakers.... In Dream Team, acclaimed sports journalist Jack McCallum delivers the untold story of the greatest team ever assembled: the 1992 U.S. Olympic men's basketball team that captivated the world, kindled the hoop dreams of countless children around the planet, and remade the NBA into a global sensation. As a senior staff writer for Sports Illustrated, McCallum enjoyed a courtside seat for the most exciting basketball spectacle on earth, covering the Dream Team from its inception to the gold medal ceremony in Barcelona. For the duration of the Olympics, he lived with, golfed with, and - most importantly - drank with some of the greatest players of the NBA's Golden Age: Magic Johnson, the ebullient showman who shrugged off his recent diagnosis of HIV to become the team's unquestioned captain and leader; Michael Jordan, the transcendent talent at the height of his powers as a player - and a marketing juggernaut; and Charles Barkley, the outspoken iconoclast whose utterances on and off the court threatened to ignite an international incident. Presiding over the entire traveling circus was the Dream Team's beloved coach, Chuck Daly, whose laissez-faire approach proved instrumental in getting the most out of such disparate personalities and superstars as Larry Bird, Patrick Ewing, and Scottie Pippen. Drawing on fresh interviews with the players, McCallum provides the definitive account of the Dream Team phenomenon. He offers a behind-the-scenes look at the controversial selection process. He takes us inside the team's Olympic suites for late-night card games and bull sessions where the players debate both the finer points of basketball and their respective places in the NBA pantheon. And he narrates a riveting possession-by-possession account of the legendary July 1992 intrasquad scrimmage that pitted the Dream Teamers against one another in what may have been the greatest pickup game - and the greatest exhibition of trash talk - in history. In the 20 years since the Dream Team first captivated the world's attention, its mystique has only grown - and so has its influence. The NBA is now flush with international stars, many of them inspired by the exuberant spirit of '92. Dream Team vividly recreates the moment when a once-in-a-millennium group of athletes came together, outperformed the hype, and changed the future of sports - one perfectly executed fast break at a time. Critic Reviews: "Great [listening] for NBA fans. High-demand backstory." (Booklist) Members Reviews: Even if you're not a basketball fan Wonderful review of the greatest team in --- forever. The ins, the outs and everything in between. Great personalities with enormous egos all portrayed with great writing. Reliving the Dream! If you could sum up Dream Team in three words, what would they be? Entertaining, enlightening and nostalgic Who was your favorite character and why? My favorite character is Michael Jordan. I've been a fan for years. Dream Team gives a great insight into Jordan's dynamics with the other team members. https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/pd/Bios-Memoirs/First-Man-Audiobook/B002V8DHTU Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/312/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: First Man Subtitle: The Life of Neil A. Armstrong Author: James R. Hansen Narrator: Boyd Gaines Format: Abridged Length: 9 hrs and 8 mins Language: English Release date: 10-13-05 Publisher: Simon & Schuster Audio Ratings: 4 of 5 out of 155 votes Genres: Bios & Memoirs, Celebrities Publisher's Summary: Upon his return to Earth, Armstrong was honored and celebrated for his monumental achievement. He was also, as James R. Hansen reveals in this fascinating and important authorized biography, misunderstood. Armstrong's accomplishments as an engineer, a test pilot, and an astronaut have long been a matter of record, but Hansen's unprecedented access to private documents and unpublished sources and his interviews with more than 125 subjects (including more than 50 hours with Armstrong himself) yield this first in-depth analysis of an elusive American celebrity still renowned the world over. In a penetrating exploration of American hero worship, Hansen addresses the complex legacy of the First Man, as an astronaut and as an individual. In First Man, the personal, technological, epic, and iconic blend to form the portrait of a great but reluctant hero who will forever be known as history's most famous space traveler. Critic Reviews: "Rather than overwhelming, this accumulation of details gives flesh-and-blood reality to a man who is more icon than human. With the recent renewal of interest in manned space travel, this book is a must for astronaut buffs and history readers alike." (Publishers Weekly) biacuaduc@gmail.com (James R. Hansen) Thu, 13 Oct 2005 09:08:57 GMT https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/pd/Bios-Memoirs/First-Man-Audiobook/B002V8DHTU thebookvoice.com 09:08:00 no Listen to full audiobooks for free on thebookvoice.com Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/312/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: First Man Subtitle: The Life of Neil A. Armstrong Author: James R. Hansen Narrator: Boyd Gaines Format: Abridged Length: 9 hrs and 8 mins Language: English Release date: 10-13-05 Publisher: Simon & Schuster Audio Ratings: 4 of 5 out of 155 votes Genres: Bios & Memoirs, Celebrities Publisher's Summary: Upon his return to Earth, Armstrong was honored and celebrated for his monumental achievement. He was also, as James R. Hansen reveals in this fascinating and important authorized biography, misunderstood. Armstrong's accomplishments as an engineer, a test pilot, and an astronaut have long been a matter of record, but Hansen's unprecedented access to private documents and unpublished sources and his interviews with more than 125 subjects (including more than 50 hours with Armstrong himself) yield this first in-depth analysis of an elusive American celebrity still renowned the world over. In a penetrating exploration of American hero worship, Hansen addresses the complex legacy of the First Man, as an astronaut and as an individual. In First Man, the personal, technological, epic, and iconic blend to form the portrait of a great but reluctant hero who will forever be known as history's most famous space traveler. Critic Reviews: "Rather than overwhelming, this accumulation of details gives flesh-and-blood reality to a man who is more icon than human. With the recent renewal of interest in manned space travel, this book is a must for astronaut buffs and history readers alike." (Publishers Weekly) Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/312/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: First Man Subtitle: The Life of Neil A. Armstrong Author: James R. Hansen Narrator: Boyd Gaines Format: Abridged Length: 9 hrs and 8 mins Language: English Release date: 10-13-05 Publisher: Simon & Schuster Audio Ratings: 4 of 5 out of 155 votes Genres: Bios & Memoirs, Celebrities Publisher's Summary: Upon his return to Earth, Armstrong was honored and celebrated for his monumental achievement. He was also, as James R. Hansen reveals in this fascinating and important authorized biography, misunderstood. Armstrong's accomplishments as an engineer, a test pilot, and an astronaut have long been a matter of record, but Hansen's unprecedented access to private documents and unpublished sources and his interviews with more than 125 subjects (including more than 50 hours with Armstrong himself) yield this first in-depth analysis of an elusive American celebrity still renowned the world over. In a penetrating exploration of American hero worship, Hansen addresses the complex legacy of the First Man, as an astronaut and as an individual. In First Man, the personal, technological, epic, and iconic blend to form the portrait of a great but reluctant hero who will forever be known as history's most famous space traveler. Critic Reviews: "Rather than overwhelming, this accumulation of details gives flesh-and-blood reality to a man who is more icon than human. With the recent renewal of interest in manned space travel, this book is a must for astronaut buffs and history readers alike." (Publishers Weekly) Members Reviews: Not great, but pretty good The book reflects Armstrong's personality: interesting but tends to bog down in detail a little every now and then. The only thing I really didn't like was the narrator changing his voice to reflect the different characters, including women. Wasn't necessary & is a distraction. Overall, it's a pretty good book. Very Interesting Audiobook I grew up with the space program and can rememebr exactly where I was when Apollo 11 went to and landed on the moon. This is a very open and honest book about all the good aspects to Neil Armstrong (which made him a great pilot and astronaut) as well as the pieces of his personality that created distance from others including his family members. The added benefit to the download is that unlike the book - you can actually listen to NASA audio of the Apollo 11 and Gemini 8 missions - gave me goosebumps for the actual Apollo 11 landing in July 1969 "Wapakoneta" of a story! I didn't want it to end. I was completely wrapped up in every word. FANTASTIC! Well done Enjoyed it immensely. The story moves quickly. There is enough background material to understand the particulars of the mission. Some criticism of Armstrong. Good use of other biographies. And excellent use of audio archives. Kennedy's speech at Rice University, actual audio from the Apollo 11, etc. Excellent biography This book really gives you the insights behind the Apollo program as well as Neal Armstrong and his life. Excellent read. The Audible version is also very well done. https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/pd/Bios-Memoirs/What-I-Talk-About-When-I-Talk-About-Running-Audiobook/B01GSDPZ8Y Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/312/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: What I Talk About When I Talk About Running Author: Haruki Murakami Narrator: Ray Porter Format: Unabridged Length: 4 hrs and 23 mins Language: English Release date: 07-07-16 Publisher: Whole Story Audiobooks Ratings: 4.5 of 5 out of 57 votes Genres: Bios & Memoirs, Celebrities Publisher's Summary: In 1982 Murakami began running to keep fit. Here he reflects on his running experiences. Equal parts travelogue, training log, and reminiscence, this revealing memoir covers his preparation for the 2005 New York City Marathon. By turns funny and sobering, playful and philosophical, this is a must-listen for fans of this masterful author and for the increasing number of people who find a similar satisfaction in running. Critic Reviews: "Hugely enjoyable.... You dont have to run a marathon to be captivated." (Sunday Telegraph) "This is my most recent inspirational find.... Murakami makes me want to write hard and run far and fast." (Easy Living) biacuaduc@gmail.com (Haruki Murakami) Thu, 07 Jul 2016 14:22:12 GMT https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/pd/Bios-Memoirs/What-I-Talk-About-When-I-Talk-About-Running-Audiobook/B01GSDPZ8Y thebookvoice.com 04:23:00 no Listen to full audiobooks for free on thebookvoice.com Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/312/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: What I Talk About When I Talk About Running Author: Haruki Murakami Narrator: Ray Porter Format: Unabridged Length: 4 hrs and 23 mins Language: English Release date: 07-07-16 Publisher: Whole Story Audiobooks Ratings: 4.5 of 5 out of 57 votes Genres: Bios & Memoirs, Celebrities Publisher's Summary: In 1982 Murakami began running to keep fit. Here he reflects on his running experiences. Equal parts travelogue, training log, and reminiscence, this revealing memoir covers his preparation for the 2005 New York City Marathon. By turns funny and sobering, playful and philosophical, this is a must-listen for fans of this masterful author and for the increasing number of people who find a similar satisfaction in running. Critic Reviews: "Hugely enjoyable.... You dont have to run a marathon to be captivated." (Sunday Telegraph) "This is my most recent inspirational find.... Murakami makes me want to write hard and run far and fast." (Easy Living) Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/312/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: What I Talk About When I Talk About Running Author: Haruki Murakami Narrator: Ray Porter Format: Unabridged Length: 4 hrs and 23 mins Language: English Release date: 07-07-16 Publisher: Whole Story Audiobooks Ratings: 4.5 of 5 out of 57 votes Genres: Bios & Memoirs, Celebrities Publisher's Summary: In 1982 Murakami began running to keep fit. Here he reflects on his running experiences. Equal parts travelogue, training log, and reminiscence, this revealing memoir covers his preparation for the 2005 New York City Marathon. By turns funny and sobering, playful and philosophical, this is a must-listen for fans of this masterful author and for the increasing number of people who find a similar satisfaction in running. Critic Reviews: "Hugely enjoyable.... You dont have to run a marathon to be captivated." (Sunday Telegraph) "This is my most recent inspirational find.... Murakami makes me want to write hard and run far and fast." (Easy Living) Members Reviews: Like listening to a friend For what it is, it's perfect. Want to hear a man talk about running and how it has been an intricate part of his daily life as a writer? If yes this is the book for you. Fantastic book!!!! Could not stop listening to it! Fantastic book!!! Could not stop listening to it!! The storyteller does a good job!! I will now look at other books from this writer :-) Very natural and real Loved this book.. the author kept it so real.. loved his approach and honest view about everything in this book.. it inspires me to define my own goals n not be disturbed/distracted about the general notion of "success" Not really a running book Book mixed with the writer's other life experiences. I was expecting a lot more emphasis on the running part with more details but didn't really get that. Whilst I have no issue with the writer talking about his novel writing experiences, how he started etc but the book title is about running l, not novel writing. Very poor narration What disappointed you about What I Talk About When I Talk About Running? Its about the worst narration of a book I have ever heard. The reader keeps giving exaggerated emphasis in all the wrong places, completely changing or distorting the meaning. How did the narrator detract from the book? As above - I have listened to over 300 audio-books so far, and this is the worst narration of them all https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/pd/Bios-Memoirs/Coming-Back-Stronger-Audiobook/B00T4UXGAI Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/312/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: Coming Back Stronger Subtitle: Unleashing the Hidden Power of Adversity Author: Drew Brees Narrator: Chris Fabry Format: Unabridged Length: 9 hrs and 51 mins Language: English Release date: 02-04-15 Publisher: Tyndale House Publishers, Inc. Ratings: 4.5 of 5 out of 41 votes Genres: Bios & Memoirs, Celebrities Publisher's Summary: When a potentially career-ending shoulder injury left quarterback Drew Brees without a team - and facing the daunting task of having to learn to throw a football all over again - coaches around the NFL wondered, Will he ever come back? After Hurricane Katrina devastated New Orleans, leaving more than 80 percent of the city underwater, many wondered, Will the city ever come back? And with their stadium transformed into a makeshift refugee camp, forcing the Saints to play their entire 2005 season on the road, people questioned, Will the Saints ever come back? It takes a special person to turn adversity into success and despair into hope, yet that is exactly what Super Bowl MVP Drew Brees has done - and with the weight of an entire city on his shoulders. Coming Back Stronger is the ultimate comeback story not only of one of the NFL's top quarterbacks but also of a city and a team that many had all but given up on. Brees' inspiring message of hope and encouragement proves that with enough faith, determination, and heart, you can overcome any obstacle life throws your way and not only come back but come back stronger. biacuaduc@gmail.com (Drew Brees) Wed, 04 Feb 2015 05:51:09 GMT https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/pd/Bios-Memoirs/Coming-Back-Stronger-Audiobook/B00T4UXGAI thebookvoice.com 09:51:00 no Listen to full audiobooks for free on thebookvoice.com Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/312/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: Coming Back Stronger Subtitle: Unleashing the Hidden Power of Adversity Author: Drew Brees Narrator: Chris Fabry Format: Unabridged Length: 9 hrs and 51 mins Language: English Release date: 02-04-15 Publisher: Tyndale House Publishers, Inc. Ratings: 4.5 of 5 out of 41 votes Genres: Bios & Memoirs, Celebrities Publisher's Summary: When a potentially career-ending shoulder injury left quarterback Drew Brees without a team - and facing the daunting task of having to learn to throw a football all over again - coaches around the NFL wondered, Will he ever come back? After Hurricane Katrina devastated New Orleans, leaving more than 80 percent of the city underwater, many wondered, Will the city ever come back? And with their stadium transformed into a makeshift refugee camp, forcing the Saints to play their entire 2005 season on the road, people questioned, Will the Saints ever come back? It takes a special person to turn adversity into success and despair into hope, yet that is exactly what Super Bowl MVP Drew Brees has done - and with the weight of an entire city on his shoulders. Coming Back Stronger is the ultimate comeback story not only of one of the NFL's top quarterbacks but also of a city and a team that many had all but given up on. Brees' inspiring message of hope and encouragement proves that with enough faith, determination, and heart, you can overcome any obstacle life throws your way and not only come back but come back stronger. Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/312/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: Coming Back Stronger Subtitle: Unleashing the Hidden Power of Adversity Author: Drew Brees Narrator: Chris Fabry Format: Unabridged Length: 9 hrs and 51 mins Language: English Release date: 02-04-15 Publisher: Tyndale House Publishers, Inc. Ratings: 4.5 of 5 out of 41 votes Genres: Bios & Memoirs, Celebrities Publisher's Summary: When a potentially career-ending shoulder injury left quarterback Drew Brees without a team - and facing the daunting task of having to learn to throw a football all over again - coaches around the NFL wondered, Will he ever come back? After Hurricane Katrina devastated New Orleans, leaving more than 80 percent of the city underwater, many wondered, Will the city ever come back? And with their stadium transformed into a makeshift refugee camp, forcing the Saints to play their entire 2005 season on the road, people questioned, Will the Saints ever come back? It takes a special person to turn adversity into success and despair into hope, yet that is exactly what Super Bowl MVP Drew Brees has done - and with the weight of an entire city on his shoulders. Coming Back Stronger is the ultimate comeback story not only of one of the NFL's top quarterbacks but also of a city and a team that many had all but given up on. Brees' inspiring message of hope and encouragement proves that with enough faith, determination, and heart, you can overcome any obstacle life throws your way and not only come back but come back stronger. Members Reviews: Great story great story about life. when it knocks you down you have to get up and keep fighting. Drew Brees is Da MAN!! Drew Brees is easily one of the most inspiring people in sports today. I'd say that even if I weren't a Saints fan (which I am, WHO DAT!) His story of perseverance, strength of character and faith is a true story of motivational inspiration. Get this book! You won't be disappointed. Inspiring, excellent book! Great book and well written. A must read for those that can use some inspiration. You will finish book feeling inspired to be better person. Awesome This was an awesome book. The narrator was excellent as well. I really enjoyed this book. I am a saints fan and I love Drew Bree's. I always respected him for the way he was especially with the people of New Orleans. After listening to thins book I love and respect him even more. Well worth listening to. Will listen to it again I'm sure. I laughed and cried and enjoyed it from beginning to end. Excellent!!! https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/pd/Bios-Memoirs/How-to-be-Champion-Audiobook/B06XPGHL7N Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/312/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: How to be Champion Subtitle: An Autobiography Author: Sarah Millican Narrator: Sarah Millican Format: Unabridged Length: 6 hrs and 57 mins Language: English Release date: 10-05-17 Publisher: Orion Publishing Group Limited Ratings: 4.5 of 5 out of 7 votes Genres: Bios & Memoirs, Celebrities Publisher's Summary: Part autobiography, part self-help, part confession, part celebration of being a common-or-garden woman, part collection of synonyms for nunny, Sarah Millican's debut audiobook delves into her super normal life with daft stories, funny tales and proper advice on how to get past life's blips - like being good at school but not good at friends, the excitement of IBS and how to blossom postdivorce. If you've ever worn glasses at the age of six, worn an off-the-shoulder gown with no confidence, been contacted by an old school bully, lived in your childhood bedroom in your 30s, been gloriously dumped in a Frankie and Benny's, cried so much you felt great, been for a romantic walk with a dog or worn leggings two days in a row even though they smelt of wee from a distance, then this is your audiobook. If you haven't done those things but wish you had, this is your audiobook. If you just want to laugh on a train/sofa/toilet or under your desk at work, this is your audiobook. biacuaduc@gmail.com (Sarah Millican) Thu, 05 Oct 2017 14:09:27 GMT https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/pd/Bios-Memoirs/How-to-be-Champion-Audiobook/B06XPGHL7N thebookvoice.com 06:57:00 no Listen to full audiobooks for free on thebookvoice.com Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/312/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: How to be Champion Subtitle: An Autobiography Author: Sarah Millican Narrator: Sarah Millican Format: Unabridged Length: 6 hrs and 57 mins Language: English Release date: 10-05-17 Publisher: Orion Publishing Group Limited Ratings: 4.5 of 5 out of 7 votes Genres: Bios & Memoirs, Celebrities Publisher's Summary: Part autobiography, part self-help, part confession, part celebration of being a common-or-garden woman, part collection of synonyms for nunny, Sarah Millican's debut audiobook delves into her super normal life with daft stories, funny tales and proper advice on how to get past life's blips - like being good at school but not good at friends, the excitement of IBS and how to blossom postdivorce. If you've ever worn glasses at the age of six, worn an off-the-shoulder gown with no confidence, been contacted by an old school bully, lived in your childhood bedroom in your 30s, been gloriously dumped in a Frankie and Benny's, cried so much you felt great, been for a romantic walk with a dog or worn leggings two days in a row even though they smelt of wee from a distance, then this is your audiobook. If you haven't done those things but wish you had, this is your audiobook. If you just want to laugh on a train/sofa/toilet or under your desk at work, this is your audiobook. Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/312/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: How to be Champion Subtitle: An Autobiography Author: Sarah Millican Narrator: Sarah Millican Format: Unabridged Length: 6 hrs and 57 mins Language: English Release date: 10-05-17 Publisher: Orion Publishing Group Limited Ratings: 4.5 of 5 out of 7 votes Genres: Bios & Memoirs, Celebrities Publisher's Summary: Part autobiography, part self-help, part confession, part celebration of being a common-or-garden woman, part collection of synonyms for nunny, Sarah Millican's debut audiobook delves into her super normal life with daft stories, funny tales and proper advice on how to get past life's blips - like being good at school but not good at friends, the excitement of IBS and how to blossom postdivorce. If you've ever worn glasses at the age of six, worn an off-the-shoulder gown with no confidence, been contacted by an old school bully, lived in your childhood bedroom in your 30s, been gloriously dumped in a Frankie and Benny's, cried so much you felt great, been for a romantic walk with a dog or worn leggings two days in a row even though they smelt of wee from a distance, then this is your audiobook. If you haven't done those things but wish you had, this is your audiobook. If you just want to laugh on a train/sofa/toilet or under your desk at work, this is your audiobook. Members Reviews: Smashing! Fantastic, funny (laugh out loud funny) and well read, by a smasher. Would definitely recommend Was never going to disappoint!!! A honest a humourous account of how Sarah came to be (Choice words included) one of the UK's best comedians. Funny throughout. 5 Champion Stars One of the most enchanting women reads one of the sweetest autobiographies. Sarah welcomes you into her life through food, jokes, honest storytelling, animals and a little self help advice. We often see Comedians put out interesting and funny books. This is the one that you need to actually pick up and take home. The audio narration, editing and production was top notch. Highly recommend. Im a 20 year old man. Given my age and sex, I doubt I'm Sarah's target audience but this book is fantastic! Every chapter had me laughing. She has a great talent for mixing together funny anecdotes with great advice and serious solutions to serious problems. Couldn't stop listening! only read if you consider yourself a human. this is probably the most relatable, realistic and hilarious book ive heard! and even though ive listened to it, ill go out and buy a copy! its funny in all the right ways and you feel like youre in a prolonged conversation with a good friend! https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/pd/Bios-Memoirs/Playing-for-Keeps-Audiobook/B077XK3J41 Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/312/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: Playing for Keeps Subtitle: Michael Jordan and the World He Made Author: David Halberstam Narrator: Richard M. Davidson Format: Unabridged Length: 20 hrs and 16 mins Language: English Release date: 12-06-17 Publisher: Recorded Books Ratings: 3.5 of 5 out of 2 votes Genres: Bios & Memoirs, Celebrities Publisher's Summary: Michael Jordan is more than a great basketball player, he is a cultural phenomenon. This remarkable book by a Pulitzer Prize-winning writer offers human drama and penetrating insights into professional athletics. It helps you understand Jordan's epic career in the context of the new world of sports - one with higher stakes, more pressure, and less humanity. Playing for Keeps takes you on the road with the team as the Chicago Bulls undergo their long, hard journey to six world championships. It shows how determination, intelligence, and integrity enabled Michael Jordan to lead his team to victory and become a cultural icon. Halberstam, a highly regarded journalist and historian, has been a sports fan since the 1940s. Listeners will appreciate his rare, insider's view of the major figures and personal dynamics that shaped the game. Narrator Richard M. Davidson puts you in the middle of the action, and brings home the astonishing power of Jordan's life story. biacuaduc@gmail.com (David Halberstam) Wed, 06 Dec 2017 09:25:44 GMT https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/pd/Bios-Memoirs/Playing-for-Keeps-Audiobook/B077XK3J41 thebookvoice.com 20:16:00 no Listen to full audiobooks for free on thebookvoice.com Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/312/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: Playing for Keeps Subtitle: Michael Jordan and the World He Made Author: David Halberstam Narrator: Richard M. Davidson Format: Unabridged Length: 20 hrs and 16 mins Language: English Release date: 12-06-17 Publisher: Recorded Books Ratings: 3.5 of 5 out of 2 votes Genres: Bios & Memoirs, Celebrities Publisher's Summary: Michael Jordan is more than a great basketball player, he is a cultural phenomenon. This remarkable book by a Pulitzer Prize-winning writer offers human drama and penetrating insights into professional athletics. It helps you understand Jordan's epic career in the context of the new world of sports - one with higher stakes, more pressure, and less humanity. Playing for Keeps takes you on the road with the team as the Chicago Bulls undergo their long, hard journey to six world championships. It shows how determination, intelligence, and integrity enabled Michael Jordan to lead his team to victory and become a cultural icon. Halberstam, a highly regarded journalist and historian, has been a sports fan since the 1940s. Listeners will appreciate his rare, insider's view of the major figures and personal dynamics that shaped the game. Narrator Richard M. Davidson puts you in the middle of the action, and brings home the astonishing power of Jordan's life story. Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/312/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: Playing for Keeps Subtitle: Michael Jordan and the World He Made Author: David Halberstam Narrator: Richard M. Davidson Format: Unabridged Length: 20 hrs and 16 mins Language: English Release date: 12-06-17 Publisher: Recorded Books Ratings: 3.5 of 5 out of 2 votes Genres: Bios & Memoirs, Celebrities Publisher's Summary: Michael Jordan is more than a great basketball player, he is a cultural phenomenon. This remarkable book by a Pulitzer Prize-winning writer offers human drama and penetrating insights into professional athletics. It helps you understand Jordan's epic career in the context of the new world of sports - one with higher stakes, more pressure, and less humanity. Playing for Keeps takes you on the road with the team as the Chicago Bulls undergo their long, hard journey to six world championships. It shows how determination, intelligence, and integrity enabled Michael Jordan to lead his team to victory and become a cultural icon. Halberstam, a highly regarded journalist and historian, has been a sports fan since the 1940s. Listeners will appreciate his rare, insider's view of the major figures and personal dynamics that shaped the game. Narrator Richard M. Davidson puts you in the middle of the action, and brings home the astonishing power of Jordan's life story. Members Reviews: Halberstam made Michael Jordan cool for me. Another excellent book by Halberstam. His insights into social power dynamics make this book a compelling addition to what I'm sure is an already a crowded field of Michael Jordan biographies. I read this book as a fan of the author rather than the subject and came away a bigger fan of both. Don't ignore this book simply because you don't like sports (you bookish nerds). Abbridged, cassette tape... But inspiring Great story and truly inspiring. I had to get the paper book at the library. It was not ideal that this book was only available as a cassette tape. I would have much preferred an MP3, audible book or atleast a CD. To compound matters, it was abbridged which/ I feel like I cheated the story when I read or listen to abbridged copy, I avoid it whenever possible. I'm not sure anybody can write a better book about the subject I'm not sure anybody can write a better book about the subject. Anyone with the slightest interest in Michael Jordan or the NBA needs to read this book. 90s NBA Must Read As anyone who's familiar with David Halberstam's work can attest, you're hard pressed to find a better written dissection of nearly any topic unless it was by Halberstam himself..which given his attachment to certain subjects, is a possibility. Simply put, Halberstam was such a talented writer, that he was capable of making the most mundane events and details fascinating. When comparing Playing for Keeps with The Breaks of the Game, his early 80s dissection of the Portland Trailblazers though the former was probably a greater literary accomplishment, Playing for Keeps was a more interesting read for me. A large part of this is the subject matter, Michael Jordan, who established himself, in the most pathological of fashions as the greatest NBA player of all time. However as interesting of a feature as MJ is, if you're reading this book, you probably don't need a primer on Michael Jordan's greatness. What sets this book apart is the detailed descriptions of what the NBA became economically in the 1990s. One if the many things that is great about Halberstam is his no stones left unturned approach to any subject matter. https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/pd/Bios-Memoirs/Yes-Please-Audiobook/B00OD1MCG2 Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/312/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: Yes Please Author: Amy Poehler Narrator: Amy Poehler, Carol Burnett, Seth Meyers, Michael Schur, Eileen Poehler, William Poehler, Patrick Stewart, Kathleen Turner Format: Unabridged Length: 7 hrs and 31 mins Language: English Release date: 11-06-14 Publisher: Pan Macmillan Publishers Ltd. Ratings: 4.5 of 5 out of 303 votes Genres: Bios & Memoirs, Celebrities Publisher's Summary: In Amy Poehler's highly anticipated first book, Yes Please, she offers up a big juicy stew of personal stories, funny bits on sex and love and friendship and parenthood and real life advice (some useful, some not so much). Powered by Amy's charming and hilarious, biting yet wise voice, and including a star-studded guest list of vocal appearances from Carol Burnett, Seth Meyers, Michael Schur, Patrick Stewart, Kathleen Turner, and even Amy's parents Yes Please is chock-full of words, and wisdom, to live by. Critic Reviews: "Life advise, personal anecdotes and a touch of sex all beautifully handled by the warmest US comedy goddess. Actually adorable." (Grazia) "The SNL behind-the-scenes stuff is gold" (Glamour) "We love Amy Poehler" (Red) "Our favourite agony aunt. Expect witty, real-life advice" (Vogue) biacuaduc@gmail.com (Amy Poehler) Thu, 06 Nov 2014 00:46:38 GMT https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/pd/Bios-Memoirs/Yes-Please-Audiobook/B00OD1MCG2 thebookvoice.com 07:31:00 no Listen to full audiobooks for free on thebookvoice.com Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/312/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: Yes Please Author: Amy Poehler Narrator: Amy Poehler, Carol Burnett, Seth Meyers, Michael Schur, Eileen Poehler, William Poehler, Patrick Stewart, Kathleen Turner Format: Unabridged Length: 7 hrs and 31 mins Language: English Release date: 11-06-14 Publisher: Pan Macmillan Publishers Ltd. Ratings: 4.5 of 5 out of 303 votes Genres: Bios & Memoirs, Celebrities Publisher's Summary: In Amy Poehler's highly anticipated first book, Yes Please, she offers up a big juicy stew of personal stories, funny bits on sex and love and friendship and parenthood and real life advice (some useful, some not so much). Powered by Amy's charming and hilarious, biting yet wise voice, and including a star-studded guest list of vocal appearances from Carol Burnett, Seth Meyers, Michael Schur, Patrick Stewart, Kathleen Turner, and even Amy's parents Yes Please is chock-full of words, and wisdom, to live by. Critic Reviews: "Life advise, personal anecdotes and a touch of sex all beautifully handled by the warmest US comedy goddess. Actually adorable." (Grazia) "The SNL behind-the-scenes stuff is gold" (Glamour) "We love Amy Poehler" (Red) "Our favourite agony aunt. Expect witty, real-life advice" (Vogue) Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/312/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: Yes Please Author: Amy Poehler Narrator: Amy Poehler, Carol Burnett, Seth Meyers, Michael Schur, Eileen Poehler, William Poehler, Patrick Stewart, Kathleen Turner Format: Unabridged Length: 7 hrs and 31 mins Language: English Release date: 11-06-14 Publisher: Pan Macmillan Publishers Ltd. Ratings: 4.5 of 5 out of 303 votes Genres: Bios & Memoirs, Celebrities Publisher's Summary: In Amy Poehler's highly anticipated first book, Yes Please, she offers up a big juicy stew of personal stories, funny bits on sex and love and friendship and parenthood and real life advice (some useful, some not so much). Powered by Amy's charming and hilarious, biting yet wise voice, and including a star-studded guest list of vocal appearances from Carol Burnett, Seth Meyers, Michael Schur, Patrick Stewart, Kathleen Turner, and even Amy's parents Yes Please is chock-full of words, and wisdom, to live by. Critic Reviews: "Life advise, personal anecdotes and a touch of sex all beautifully handled by the warmest US comedy goddess. Actually adorable." (Grazia) "The SNL behind-the-scenes stuff is gold" (Glamour) "We love Amy Poehler" (Red) "Our favourite agony aunt. Expect witty, real-life advice" (Vogue) Members Reviews: Tina Fey did it better What would have made Yes Please better? Couldn't finish this. This is Bossy Pants delivered through amateur theatre Jazz Hands. Impossible NOT to compare to Bossy Pants by Tina Fey, which is an excellent read. Amy's stories are ho-hum, the delivery cheesy. Has Yes Please turned you off from other books in this genre? No. loved it! I loved this, it was an honest and hilarious listen. Gave me a whole new love for Amy Poehler. Yes please! Amy Poehler is amazing. There is no shock that this book is also amazing. Her reading it aloud (along with other guests) makes it that much more extra amazing. How many more times can I fit amazing into one review? Definitely definitely recommend. Amy Poehler is beautiful Honest, and hilarious, and relatable. Apart from the whole loads of celebrity friends thing, I don't have that. Who is Amy Poehler?? I have never had the attention span to read books.... My friend suggested audio books. I loved listening to this, I didn't even know who Amy was or ever watched an episode of Saturday night live! She is awesome, funny and relatable to listen to!!! I now know who Amy is!!! https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/pd/Bios-Memoirs/Ted-Williams-Audiobook/B002V5H7KS Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/312/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: Ted Williams Subtitle: The Biography of an American Hero Author: Leigh Montville Narrator: Scott Brick Format: Unabridged Length: 20 hrs and 57 mins Language: English Release date: 04-21-04 Publisher: Books on Tape Ratings: 4.5 of 5 out of 143 votes Genres: Bios & Memoirs, Celebrities Publisher's Summary: Still a gangly teenager when he stepped into a Boston Red Sox uniform in 1939, Williams' boisterous personality and penchant for towering home runs earned him adoring admirers (the fans) and venomous critics (the sportswriters). In 1941, the entire country followed Williams' stunning .406 season, a record that has not been touched in over six decades. At the pinnacle of his prime, Williams left Boston to train and serve as a fighter pilot in World War II, missing three full years of baseball. He was back in 1946, dominating the sport alongside teammates Dominic DiMaggio, Johnny Pesky, and Bobby Doerr. Ted Willams' personal life was equally colorful. His attraction to women (and their attraction to him) was a constant. He was married and divorced three times, and he fathered two daughters and a son. He was one of corporate America's first modern spokesmen, and he remained, nearly into his eighties, a fiercely devoted fisherman. With his son, John Henry Williams, he devoted his final years to the sports memorabilia business, even as illness overtook him. In death, controversy and public outcry followed Williams, the result of disagreements among his children over the decision to have his body preserved in a cryonics facility; a fate, many argue, Williams never wanted. With unmatched verve and passion, and drawing upon hundreds of interviews, acclaimed best-selling author Leigh Montville brings to life Ted Williams's superb triumphs, lonely tragedies, and intensely colorful personality, in a biography that is fitting of an American hero and legend. Critic Reviews: "Thanks to the author's ability to track down new sources of information, Montville presents a more nuanced portrayal of the baseball star than many previous biographies....An extraordinary glimpse into Williams' complex psyche." (Publishers Weekly) "Montville...offers a warts-and-all portrait of the Red Sox star but also shows Williams' wit, empathy, intelligence, uncommon loyalty to those he called friends, and unswerving commitment to excellence." (Booklist) "The strength of Montville's book derives from how Williams emerges from all of this not as victimized but as accountable. It is unlikely that any reader could view Ted Williams just as a ballplayer ever again." (The New York Times Book Review) biacuaduc@gmail.com (Leigh Montville) Wed, 21 Apr 2004 00:43:47 GMT https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/pd/Bios-Memoirs/Ted-Williams-Audiobook/B002V5H7KS thebookvoice.com 20:57:00 no Listen to full audiobooks for free on thebookvoice.com Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/312/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: Ted Williams Subtitle: The Biography of an American Hero Author: Leigh Montville Narrator: Scott Brick Format: Unabridged Length: 20 hrs and 57 mins Language: English Release date: 04-21-04 Publisher: Books on Tape Ratings: 4.5 of 5 out of 143 votes Genres: Bios & Memoirs, Celebrities Publisher's Summary: Still a gangly teenager when he stepped into a Boston Red Sox uniform in 1939, Williams' boisterous personality and penchant for towering home runs earned him adoring admirers (the fans) and venomous critics (the sportswriters). In 1941, the entire country followed Williams' stunning .406 season, a record that has not been touched in over six decades. At the pinnacle of his prime, Williams left Boston to train and serve as a fighter pilot in World War II, missing three full years of baseball. He was back in 1946, dominating the sport alongside teammates Dominic DiMaggio, Johnny Pesky, and Bobby Doerr. Ted Willams' personal life was equally colorful. His attraction to women (and their attraction to him) was a constant. He was married and divorced three times, and he fathered two daughters and a son. He was one of corporate America's first modern spokesmen, and he remained, nearly into his eighties, a fiercely devoted fisherman. With his son, John Henry Williams, he devoted his final years to the sports memorabilia business, even as illness overtook him. In death, controversy and public outcry followed Williams, the result of disagreements among his children over the decision to have his body preserved in a cryonics facility; a fate, many argue, Williams never wanted. With unmatched verve and passion, and drawing upon hundreds of interviews, acclaimed best-selling author Leigh Montville brings to life Ted Williams's superb triumphs, lonely tragedies, and intensely colorful personality, in a biography that is fitting of an American hero and legend. Critic Reviews: "Thanks to the author's ability to track down new sources of information, Montville presents a more nuanced portrayal of the baseball star than many previous biographies....An extraordinary glimpse into Williams' complex psyche." (Publishers Weekly) "Montville...offers a warts-and-all portrait of the Red Sox star but also shows Williams' wit, empathy, intelligence, uncommon loyalty to those he called friends, and unswerving commitment to excellence." (Booklist) "The strength of Montville's book derives from how Williams emerges from all of this not as victimized but as accountable. It is unlikely that any reader could view Ted Williams just as a ballplayer ever again." (The New York Times Book Review) Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/312/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: Ted Williams Subtitle: The Biography of an American Hero Author: Leigh Montville Narrator: Scott Brick Format: Unabridged Length: 20 hrs and 57 mins Language: English Release date: 04-21-04 Publisher: Books on Tape Ratings: 4.5 of 5 out of 143 votes Genres: Bios & Memoirs, Celebrities Publisher's Summary: Still a gangly teenager when he stepped into a Boston Red Sox uniform in 1939, Williams' boisterous personality and penchant for towering home runs earned him adoring admirers (the fans) and venomous critics (the sportswriters). In 1941, the entire country followed Williams' stunning .406 season, a record that has not been touched in over six decades. At the pinnacle of his prime, Williams left Boston to train and serve as a fighter pilot in World War II, missing three full years of baseball. He was back in 1946, dominating the sport alongside teammates Dominic DiMaggio, Johnny Pesky, and Bobby Doerr. Ted Willams' personal life was equally colorful. His attraction to women (and their attraction to him) was a constant. He was married and divorced three times, and he fathered two daughters and a son. He was one of corporate America's first modern spokesmen, and he remained, nearly into his eighties, a fiercely devoted fisherman. With his son, John Henry Williams, he devoted his final years to the sports memorabilia business, even as illness overtook him. In death, controversy and public outcry followed Williams, the result of disagreements among his children over the decision to have his body preserved in a cryonics facility; a fate, many argue, Williams never wanted. With unmatched verve and passion, and drawing upon hundreds of interviews, acclaimed best-selling author Leigh Montville brings to life Ted Williams's superb triumphs, lonely tragedies, and intensely colorful personality, in a biography that is fitting of an American hero and legend. Critic Reviews: "Thanks to the author's ability to track down new sources of information, Montville presents a more nuanced portrayal of the baseball star than many previous biographies....An extraordinary glimpse into Williams' complex psyche." (Publishers Weekly) "Montville...offers a warts-and-all portrait of the Red Sox star but also shows Williams' wit, empathy, intelligence, uncommon loyalty to those he called friends, and unswerving commitment to excellence." (Booklist) "The strength of Montville's book derives from how Williams emerges from all of this not as victimized but as accountable. It is unlikely that any reader could view Ted Williams just as a ballplayer ever again." (The New York Times Book Review) Members Reviews: Very revealing This book was well worth the time I invested. Having read about him in the fouth grade (about 35 year ago) I knew that he was great, arrogant, and very insecure. But this book taught me many things. For instance, I never knew that he had a brother or that he was half-Mexican. (He was the first real Latino Superstar of professional sports.) I also never plumbed the depth to which his son John Henry would go to turn a buck. If you can abide the extremely colorful languages (lots of ?F? bombs, and worse!), you will enjoy the book immensely. As reprehensible a character as he was, he was just a insecure man with near god-like talent in several areas. Two things you?ll remember from this book are: ?Get a good ball to hit.? And, ?There goes that greatest hitter that ever played the game?. excellent book on Ted and his amazing life Williams was such a mysterious person, it's great to hear such a well researched and interesting book. https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/pd/Bios-Memoirs/Summary-of-The-Art-of-Learning-by-Josh-Waitzkin-An-Inner-Journey-to-Optimal-Performance-Audiobook/B01M279PBZ Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/312/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: Summary of The Art of Learning by Josh Waitzkin: An Inner Journey to Optimal Performance Author: Ant Hive Media Narrator: Michael Piotrasch Format: Unabridged Length: 34 mins Language: English Release date: 10-24-16 Publisher: Ant Hive Media Ratings: 4 of 5 out of 7 votes Genres: Bios & Memoirs, Celebrities Publisher's Summary: Josh Waitzkin knows what it means to be at the top of his game. A public figure since winning his first National Chess Championship at the age of nine, Waitzkin was catapulted into a media whirlwind as a teenager when his father's book Searching for Bobby Fischer was made into a major motion picture. After dominating the scholastic chess world for 10 years, Waitzkin expanded his horizons, taking on the martial art Tai Chi Chuan and ultimately earning the title of World Champion. How was he able to reach the pinnacle of two disciplines that on the surface seem so different? "I've come to realize that what I am best at is not Tai Chi, and it is not chess," he says. "What I am best at is the art of learning." With a narrative that combines heart-stopping martial arts wars and tense chess face-offs with life lessons that speak to all of us, The Art of Learning takes listeners through Waitzkin's unique journey to excellence. He explains in clear detail how a well-thought-out, principled approach to learning is what separates success from failure. Waitzkin believes that achievement, even at the championship level, is a function of a lifestyle that fuels a creative, resilient growth process. Rather than focusing on climactic wins, Waitzkin reveals the inner workings of his everyday method, from systematically triggering intuitive breakthroughs, to honing techniques into states of remarkable potency, to mastering the art of performance psychology. This summary is aimed at those who want to capture the gist of the book but don't have the current time to devour all of it. You get the main summary along with all of the benefits and lessons the actual book has to offer. This summary is intended to be used with reference to the original book. biacuaduc@gmail.com (Ant Hive Media) Mon, 24 Oct 2016 22:22:10 GMT https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/pd/Bios-Memoirs/Summary-of-The-Art-of-Learning-by-Josh-Waitzkin-An-Inner-Journey-to-Optimal-Performance-Audiobook/B01M279PBZ thebookvoice.com 00:34:00 no Listen to full audiobooks for free on thebookvoice.com Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/312/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: Summary of The Art of Learning by Josh Waitzkin: An Inner Journey to Optimal Performance Author: Ant Hive Media Narrator: Michael Piotrasch Format: Unabridged Length: 34 mins Language: English Release date: 10-24-16 Publisher: Ant Hive Media Ratings: 4 of 5 out of 7 votes Genres: Bios & Memoirs, Celebrities Publisher's Summary: Josh Waitzkin knows what it means to be at the top of his game. A public figure since winning his first National Chess Championship at the age of nine, Waitzkin was catapulted into a media whirlwind as a teenager when his father's book Searching for Bobby Fischer was made into a major motion picture. After dominating the scholastic chess world for 10 years, Waitzkin expanded his horizons, taking on the martial art Tai Chi Chuan and ultimately earning the title of World Champion. How was he able to reach the pinnacle of two disciplines that on the surface seem so different? "I've come to realize that what I am best at is not Tai Chi, and it is not chess," he says. "What I am best at is the art of learning." With a narrative that combines heart-stopping martial arts wars and tense chess face-offs with life lessons that speak to all of us, The Art of Learning takes listeners through Waitzkin's unique journey to excellence. He explains in clear detail how a well-thought-out, principled approach to learning is what separates success from failure. Waitzkin believes that achievement, even at the championship level, is a function of a lifestyle that fuels a creative, resilient growth process. Rather than focusing on climactic wins, Waitzkin reveals the inner workings of his everyday method, from systematically triggering intuitive breakthroughs, to honing techniques into states of remarkable potency, to mastering the art of performance psychology. This summary is aimed at those who want to capture the gist of the book but don't have the current time to devour all of it. You get the main summary along with all of the benefits and lessons the actual book has to offer. This summary is intended to be used with reference to the original book. Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/312/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: Summary of The Art of Learning by Josh Waitzkin: An Inner Journey to Optimal Performance Author: Ant Hive Media Narrator: Michael Piotrasch Format: Unabridged Length: 34 mins Language: English Release date: 10-24-16 Publisher: Ant Hive Media Ratings: 4 of 5 out of 7 votes Genres: Bios & Memoirs, Celebrities Publisher's Summary: Josh Waitzkin knows what it means to be at the top of his game. A public figure since winning his first National Chess Championship at the age of nine, Waitzkin was catapulted into a media whirlwind as a teenager when his father's book Searching for Bobby Fischer was made into a major motion picture. After dominating the scholastic chess world for 10 years, Waitzkin expanded his horizons, taking on the martial art Tai Chi Chuan and ultimately earning the title of World Champion. How was he able to reach the pinnacle of two disciplines that on the surface seem so different? "I've come to realize that what I am best at is not Tai Chi, and it is not chess," he says. "What I am best at is the art of learning." With a narrative that combines heart-stopping martial arts wars and tense chess face-offs with life lessons that speak to all of us, The Art of Learning takes listeners through Waitzkin's unique journey to excellence. He explains in clear detail how a well-thought-out, principled approach to learning is what separates success from failure. Waitzkin believes that achievement, even at the championship level, is a function of a lifestyle that fuels a creative, resilient growth process. Rather than focusing on climactic wins, Waitzkin reveals the inner workings of his everyday method, from systematically triggering intuitive breakthroughs, to honing techniques into states of remarkable potency, to mastering the art of performance psychology. This summary is aimed at those who want to capture the gist of the book but don't have the current time to devour all of it. You get the main summary along with all of the benefits and lessons the actual book has to offer. This summary is intended to be used with reference to the original book. Members Reviews: Very good summary! I really enjoyed this. What made the experience of listening to Summary of The Art of Learning by Josh Waitzkin: An Inner Journey to Optimal Performance the most enjoyable? The narrator did a great job summarizing the book's salient content. Obviously, the original book goes into further detail and you'll miss out on Josh's stories, but for a quick summary that hits the highlights, these audiobook summaries are pretty great. Any additional comments? Overall, I generally really enjoy these audio book summaries by Ant Hive Media - perfect for my long commute - they are professional, they get to the point and if I like what I hear, I often then purchase the full book for more in depth knowledge. For the price, you can't go wrong. short nothing new for me as I have listened many books about learning. may be at the beginning it is ok. I'm Forced to Rate This While Driving Every time I get into my car to drive and hope to listen to an Audible audio book I bought, I'm harassed to rate an audio book. So while pissed off about being forced to pull over and do that, this is the kind of rating they get. https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/pd/Bios-Memoirs/The-Yankee-Years-Audiobook/B002V5BNZI Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/312/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: The Yankee Years Author: Joe Torre, Tom Verducci Narrator: Michael Kramer Format: Unabridged Length: 16 hrs and 49 mins Language: English Release date: 02-03-09 Publisher: Random House Audio Ratings: 4.5 of 5 out of 241 votes Genres: Bios & Memoirs, Celebrities Publisher's Summary: Joe Torre is the most successful and most respected baseball manager of the modern era, steering the Yankees to six American League pennants and four World Series championships. When he left the team in 2007, it was front-page news around the country. Famously diplomatic during his tenure with the Yankees, Torre finally speaks out about what it was like building and managing the dynasty during those 12 glorious and tumultuous years. Written as a third-person narrative with Sports Illustrated Senior Baseball Writer Tom Verducci, The Yankee Years is a thoughtful, utterly honest, and gripping behind-the-scenes look at the Yankees organization from top to bottom. biacuaduc@gmail.com (Joe Torre) Tue, 03 Feb 2009 07:46:36 GMT https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/pd/Bios-Memoirs/The-Yankee-Years-Audiobook/B002V5BNZI thebookvoice.com 16:49:00 no Listen to full audiobooks for free on thebookvoice.com Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/312/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: The Yankee Years Author: Joe Torre, Tom Verducci Narrator: Michael Kramer Format: Unabridged Length: 16 hrs and 49 mins Language: English Release date: 02-03-09 Publisher: Random House Audio Ratings: 4.5 of 5 out of 241 votes Genres: Bios & Memoirs, Celebrities Publisher's Summary: Joe Torre is the most successful and most respected baseball manager of the modern era, steering the Yankees to six American League pennants and four World Series championships. When he left the team in 2007, it was front-page news around the country. Famously diplomatic during his tenure with the Yankees, Torre finally speaks out about what it was like building and managing the dynasty during those 12 glorious and tumultuous years. Written as a third-person narrative with Sports Illustrated Senior Baseball Writer Tom Verducci, The Yankee Years is a thoughtful, utterly honest, and gripping behind-the-scenes look at the Yankees organization from top to bottom. Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/312/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: The Yankee Years Author: Joe Torre, Tom Verducci Narrator: Michael Kramer Format: Unabridged Length: 16 hrs and 49 mins Language: English Release date: 02-03-09 Publisher: Random House Audio Ratings: 4.5 of 5 out of 241 votes Genres: Bios & Memoirs, Celebrities Publisher's Summary: Joe Torre is the most successful and most respected baseball manager of the modern era, steering the Yankees to six American League pennants and four World Series championships. When he left the team in 2007, it was front-page news around the country. Famously diplomatic during his tenure with the Yankees, Torre finally speaks out about what it was like building and managing the dynasty during those 12 glorious and tumultuous years. Written as a third-person narrative with Sports Illustrated Senior Baseball Writer Tom Verducci, The Yankee Years is a thoughtful, utterly honest, and gripping behind-the-scenes look at the Yankees organization from top to bottom. Members Reviews: Great listen After all of the uproar over quotes that were erroneously attributed to Joe Torre I thought that I would listen to this book myself and decide. This is not a book that is written by Joe Torre. Rather, he is a major contributor. It is a story ABOUT the 12 years that he managed the Yankees. There are plenty of stories about the players and other Yankees. The sole source is not Torre. Many of the quotes are directly from the people involved. There are many fascinating sub-stories in this book. For example, the concept of the economics that drove the Moneyball craze are discussed. The teams that did well, and those that did not do well, are analyzed. There are some great lessons in the book about life taught by Torre. His principles on leadership, trust and honesty shine through in all that he did. The way that he uses his principles in dealing with players, owners, the press etc should be a pattern for all people in business and other phases of life. It is true that Alex Rodriguez does not come across in a favorable light. But the light is cast by Alex's actions and his own words. It is not done in a malicious manner. Well Titled What did you love best about The Yankee Years? This book is a very comprehensive chronicle of Joe Torre's time as manager of the Yankees (as the title accurately indicates). I have always been a Torre fan ever since he broke in as a player with the Braves. In fact, at that time (remember, this was pre-Johnny Bench) I thought Joe Torre might end up being the best hitting catcher in MLB history. While I very much appreciated all of the detail and rich insights this book provided, I wish it would have covered more of Torre's career----both as a manager and as a player. I also appreciated the insights on the other key Yankee figures during that era, e.g. coaches, ownership and especially players. In fact, the only negative for me (and here I obviously part with other reviewers) was the narration. Who picks these narrators anyway?! Michael Kramer may very well do a fine job with other books (as long as the reader does not object to unconscionable pronunciation errors of proper nouns), but his voice and intonation did not work for me with this book. Sometimes when I struggle initially with a narrator, I will become accustomed to his voice within the first hour or so and then be fine the rest of the way through, but not this time. And also, BTW, my criticism of his flagrant mispronunciation of names is not limited to unusual names and obscure players. https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/pd/Bios-Memoirs/Last-Night-at-the-Viper-Room-Audiobook/B00EQABFY0 Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/312/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: Last Night at the Viper Room Subtitle: River Phoenix and the Hollywood He Left Behind Author: Gavin Edwards Narrator: Luke Daniels Format: Unabridged Length: 8 hrs and 26 mins Language: English Release date: 10-22-13 Publisher: HarperAudio Ratings: 4 of 5 out of 104 votes Genres: Bios & Memoirs, Celebrities Publisher's Summary: Hollywood was built on beautiful and complicated matinee idols: James Dean and Marlon Brando are classic examples, but in the 1990s, the actor who embodied that archetype was River Phoenix. As the brightly colored 1980s wound down, a new crew of leading men began to appear on movie screens. Hailed for their acting prowess and admired for choosing meaty roles, actors such as Johnny Depp, Nicolas Cage, Keanu Reeves, and Brad Pitt were soon rocketing toward stardom while an unknown Leonardo DiCaprio prepared to make his acting debut. River Phoenix, however, stood in front of the pack. Blessed with natural talent and fueled by integrity, Phoenix was admired by his peers and adored by his fans. More than just a pinup on teenage girls' walls, Phoenix was also a fervent defender of the environment and a vocal proponent of a vegan lifestylewell on his way to becoming a symbol of his generation. At age 18, he received his first Oscar nomination. But behind his beautiful public face, there was a young man who had been raised in a cult by nonconformist parents, who was burdened with supporting his family from a young age, and who eventually succumbed to addiction, escaping into a maelstrom of drink and drugs. And then he was gone. After a dozen films, including Stand by Me and My Own Private Idaho, and with a seeminily limitless future, River Phoenix died of a drug overdose. He was 23 years old. In Last Night at the Viper Room, best-selling author and journalist Gavin Edwards toggles between the tragic events at the Viper Room in West Hollywood on Halloween 1993 and the story of an extraordinary life. Last Night at the Viper Room is part biography, part cultural history of the 1990s, and part celebration of River Phoenix, a Hollywood icon gone too soon. Full of interviews from his fellow actors, directors, friends, and family, Last Night at the Viper Room shows the role he played in creating the place of the actor in our modern culture and the impact his work still makes today. biacuaduc@gmail.com (Gavin Edwards) Tue, 22 Oct 2013 06:28:52 GMT https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/pd/Bios-Memoirs/Last-Night-at-the-Viper-Room-Audiobook/B00EQABFY0 thebookvoice.com 08:26:00 no Listen to full audiobooks for free on thebookvoice.com Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/312/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: Last Night at the Viper Room Subtitle: River Phoenix and the Hollywood He Left Behind Author: Gavin Edwards Narrator: Luke Daniels Format: Unabridged Length: 8 hrs and 26 mins Language: English Release date: 10-22-13 Publisher: HarperAudio Ratings: 4 of 5 out of 104 votes Genres: Bios & Memoirs, Celebrities Publisher's Summary: Hollywood was built on beautiful and complicated matinee idols: James Dean and Marlon Brando are classic examples, but in the 1990s, the actor who embodied that archetype was River Phoenix. As the brightly colored 1980s wound down, a new crew of leading men began to appear on movie screens. Hailed for their acting prowess and admired for choosing meaty roles, actors such as Johnny Depp, Nicolas Cage, Keanu Reeves, and Brad Pitt were soon rocketing toward stardom while an unknown Leonardo DiCaprio prepared to make his acting debut. River Phoenix, however, stood in front of the pack. Blessed with natural talent and fueled by integrity, Phoenix was admired by his peers and adored by his fans. More than just a pinup on teenage girls' walls, Phoenix was also a fervent defender of the environment and a vocal proponent of a vegan lifestylewell on his way to becoming a symbol of his generation. At age 18, he received his first Oscar nomination. But behind his beautiful public face, there was a young man who had been raised in a cult by nonconformist parents, who was burdened with supporting his family from a young age, and who eventually succumbed to addiction, escaping into a maelstrom of drink and drugs. And then he was gone. After a dozen films, including Stand by Me and My Own Private Idaho, and with a seeminily limitless future, River Phoenix died of a drug overdose. He was 23 years old. In Last Night at the Viper Room, best-selling author and journalist Gavin Edwards toggles between the tragic events at the Viper Room in West Hollywood on Halloween 1993 and the story of an extraordinary life. Last Night at the Viper Room is part biography, part cultural history of the 1990s, and part celebration of River Phoenix, a Hollywood icon gone too soon. Full of interviews from his fellow actors, directors, friends, and family, Last Night at the Viper Room shows the role he played in creating the place of the actor in our modern culture and the impact his work still makes today. Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/312/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: Last Night at the Viper Room Subtitle: River Phoenix and the Hollywood He Left Behind Author: Gavin Edwards Narrator: Luke Daniels Format: Unabridged Length: 8 hrs and 26 mins Language: English Release date: 10-22-13 Publisher: HarperAudio Ratings: 4 of 5 out of 104 votes Genres: Bios & Memoirs, Celebrities Publisher's Summary: Hollywood was built on beautiful and complicated matinee idols: James Dean and Marlon Brando are classic examples, but in the 1990s, the actor who embodied that archetype was River Phoenix. As the brightly colored 1980s wound down, a new crew of leading men began to appear on movie screens. Hailed for their acting prowess and admired for choosing meaty roles, actors such as Johnny Depp, Nicolas Cage, Keanu Reeves, and Brad Pitt were soon rocketing toward stardom while an unknown Leonardo DiCaprio prepared to make his acting debut. River Phoenix, however, stood in front of the pack. Blessed with natural talent and fueled by integrity, Phoenix was admired by his peers and adored by his fans. More than just a pinup on teenage girls' walls, Phoenix was also a fervent defender of the environment and a vocal proponent of a vegan lifestylewell on his way to becoming a symbol of his generation. At age 18, he received his first Oscar nomination. But behind his beautiful public face, there was a young man who had been raised in a cult by nonconformist parents, who was burdened with supporting his family from a young age, and who eventually succumbed to addiction, escaping into a maelstrom of drink and drugs. And then he was gone. After a dozen films, including Stand by Me and My Own Private Idaho, and with a seeminily limitless future, River Phoenix died of a drug overdose. He was 23 years old. In Last Night at the Viper Room, best-selling author and journalist Gavin Edwards toggles between the tragic events at the Viper Room in West Hollywood on Halloween 1993 and the story of an extraordinary life. Last Night at the Viper Room is part biography, part cultural history of the 1990s, and part celebration of River Phoenix, a Hollywood icon gone too soon. Full of interviews from his fellow actors, directors, friends, and family, Last Night at the Viper Room shows the role he played in creating the place of the actor in our modern culture and the impact his work still makes today. Members Reviews: Story A, Gossip B+, Performance/Story Cohesion D+ On the plus side, River Phoenix's life story is fascinating, from his extremely unique childhood to his development on movie sets and his young adult life. Also has some fun Hollywood gossip, as it draws quite a bit of the story from quotes from celebs like Johnny Depp, Ethan Hawke, and Martha Plimpton (who was his girlfriend for a few years). On the negative side, there are some major issues. 1) Bad Narration: the narrator sounds too old and proper when he's reading the 3rd person narration but at least it's clear. All quotes, and there are a LOT, sound terrible. He makes almost every character sound the same way: creepy. Worse, the quotes are significantly quieter than the regular narration. I had to rewind many times because I couldn't make out what had been said, even when I had the volume up high. This was very frustrating. 2) Lack of Coherent Storyline. The fact that the story bounces between the Viper Room and River's life story isn't the problem. The author seems to have bit off more than he could chew in trying to also provide back stories for certain other people, like Johnny Depp. Other times, he will just namecheck a bunch of people at once and move on. https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/pd/Bios-Memoirs/I-Hate-Everyone-Except-You-Audiobook/B01N0TBCJZ Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/312/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: I Hate Everyone, Except You Author: Clinton Kelly Narrator: Clinton Kelly Format: Unabridged Length: 4 hrs and 55 mins Language: English Release date: 01-10-17 Publisher: Tantor Audio Ratings: 4.5 of 5 out of 163 votes Genres: Bios & Memoirs, Celebrities Publisher's Summary: Clinton Kelly is probably best known for teaching women how to make their butts look smaller. But in I Hate Everyone, Except You, he reveals some heretofore unknown secrets about himself, like that he's a finicky connoisseur of 1980s pornography, a disillusioned critic of New Jersey's premier water parks, and perhaps the world's least enthused high school commencement speaker. Whether he's throwing his baby sister in the air to jump-start her cheerleading career or heroically rescuing his best friend from death by mud bath, Clinton leaps life's social hurdles with aplomb. With his signature wit, he shares his unique ability to navigate the stickiest of situations, like deciding whether it's acceptable to eat chicken wings with a fork on live television (spoiler: it's not). Clinton delves into all these topics - and many more - in this thoroughly unabashedly frank and uproarious collection. Critic Reviews: "Clinton wrote a book that has me doubled over laughing and trying to catch my breath! Life is too short not to laugh good and hard when a good, hard laugh is offered. Clinton is offering. Read his book." (Jane Lynch, actress, comedian, and New York Times best-selling author of Happy Accidents) biacuaduc@gmail.com (Clinton Kelly) Tue, 10 Jan 2017 11:07:53 GMT https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/pd/Bios-Memoirs/I-Hate-Everyone-Except-You-Audiobook/B01N0TBCJZ thebookvoice.com 04:55:00 no Listen to full audiobooks for free on thebookvoice.com Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/312/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: I Hate Everyone, Except You Author: Clinton Kelly Narrator: Clinton Kelly Format: Unabridged Length: 4 hrs and 55 mins Language: English Release date: 01-10-17 Publisher: Tantor Audio Ratings: 4.5 of 5 out of 163 votes Genres: Bios & Memoirs, Celebrities Publisher's Summary: Clinton Kelly is probably best known for teaching women how to make their butts look smaller. But in I Hate Everyone, Except You, he reveals some heretofore unknown secrets about himself, like that he's a finicky connoisseur of 1980s pornography, a disillusioned critic of New Jersey's premier water parks, and perhaps the world's least enthused high school commencement speaker. Whether he's throwing his baby sister in the air to jump-start her cheerleading career or heroically rescuing his best friend from death by mud bath, Clinton leaps life's social hurdles with aplomb. With his signature wit, he shares his unique ability to navigate the stickiest of situations, like deciding whether it's acceptable to eat chicken wings with a fork on live television (spoiler: it's not). Clinton delves into all these topics - and many more - in this thoroughly unabashedly frank and uproarious collection. Critic Reviews: "Clinton wrote a book that has me doubled over laughing and trying to catch my breath! Life is too short not to laugh good and hard when a good, hard laugh is offered. Clinton is offering. Read his book." (Jane Lynch, actress, comedian, and New York Times best-selling author of Happy Accidents) Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/312/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: I Hate Everyone, Except You Author: Clinton Kelly Narrator: Clinton Kelly Format: Unabridged Length: 4 hrs and 55 mins Language: English Release date: 01-10-17 Publisher: Tantor Audio Ratings: 4.5 of 5 out of 163 votes Genres: Bios & Memoirs, Celebrities Publisher's Summary: Clinton Kelly is probably best known for teaching women how to make their butts look smaller. But in I Hate Everyone, Except You, he reveals some heretofore unknown secrets about himself, like that he's a finicky connoisseur of 1980s pornography, a disillusioned critic of New Jersey's premier water parks, and perhaps the world's least enthused high school commencement speaker. Whether he's throwing his baby sister in the air to jump-start her cheerleading career or heroically rescuing his best friend from death by mud bath, Clinton leaps life's social hurdles with aplomb. With his signature wit, he shares his unique ability to navigate the stickiest of situations, like deciding whether it's acceptable to eat chicken wings with a fork on live television (spoiler: it's not). Clinton delves into all these topics - and many more - in this thoroughly unabashedly frank and uproarious collection. Critic Reviews: "Clinton wrote a book that has me doubled over laughing and trying to catch my breath! Life is too short not to laugh good and hard when a good, hard laugh is offered. Clinton is offering. Read his book." (Jane Lynch, actress, comedian, and New York Times best-selling author of Happy Accidents) Members Reviews: Filthy language overshadowed stories This book wasnt for you, but who do you think might enjoy it more? Stories might have been okay if the language hadn't been so bad. Very disappointing. Would you be willing to try another one of Clinton Kellys performances? NO! What reaction did this book spark in you? Anger, sadness, disappointment? Disgusted Too vulgar What disappointed you about I Hate Everyone, Except You? Way more vulgar than I was expecting. I don't mind a bit of a potty mouth. But he seriously wrote an entire chapter on his "dingus". Seriously?!? I was hoping to hear more of his life story and fashion advice than that. Has I Hate Everyone, Except You turned you off from other books in this genre? Completely Did the narration match the pace of the story? Yes If you could play editor, what scene or scenes would you have cut from I Hate Everyone, Except You? The whole chapter about his dingus. It's ok Would you try another book from Clinton Kelly and/or Clinton Kelly? Not sure if I would, I like Mr Kelly and love him on the Chew however I wanted to learn more than this book was able to show me. Also I do not need to know about Mr Kelly's penis the way that was exsplored in the book If youve listened to books by Clinton Kelly before, how does this one compare? 1st book I've listen to by him What aspect of Clinton Kellys performance would you have changed? Better story his performance was fine Did I Hate Everyone, Except You inspire you to do anything? Nope Any additional comments? Next book lets get some more information some more story's not just filler Made me laugh but Enjoyed the book. However would have liked it more without the F bombs. Language makes or breaks a book. Vulgarity abounds. Clinton is funny and engaging, but this book is not what I expected. Too many unnecessary expletives and sexual references. I didn't finish. Don't listen with kids or grandma within ear shot! Disappointed. https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/pd/Bios-Memoirs/The-Book-of-Joan-Audiobook/B00UKG23L8 Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/312/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: The Book of Joan Subtitle: Tales of Mirth, Mischief, and Manipulation Author: Melissa Rivers Narrator: Melissa Rivers Format: Unabridged Length: 5 hrs and 33 mins Language: English Release date: 05-05-15 Publisher: Random House Audio Ratings: 4.5 of 5 out of 350 votes Genres: Bios & Memoirs, Celebrities Publisher's Summary: Joan Rivers was known all over the world - from the Palace Theater to Buckingham Palace, from the bright lights of Las Vegas to the footlights of Broadway, from the days of talkies to hosting talk shows. But there was only one person who knew Joan intimately, one person who the authorities would call when she got a little out of hand. Her daughter and best friend, Melissa. biacuaduc@gmail.com (Melissa Rivers) Tue, 05 May 2015 22:53:12 GMT https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/pd/Bios-Memoirs/The-Book-of-Joan-Audiobook/B00UKG23L8 thebookvoice.com 05:33:00 no Listen to full audiobooks for free on thebookvoice.com Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/312/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: The Book of Joan Subtitle: Tales of Mirth, Mischief, and Manipulation Author: Melissa Rivers Narrator: Melissa Rivers Format: Unabridged Length: 5 hrs and 33 mins Language: English Release date: 05-05-15 Publisher: Random House Audio Ratings: 4.5 of 5 out of 350 votes Genres: Bios & Memoirs, Celebrities Publisher's Summary: Joan Rivers was known all over the world - from the Palace Theater to Buckingham Palace, from the bright lights of Las Vegas to the footlights of Broadway, from the days of talkies to hosting talk shows. But there was only one person who knew Joan intimately, one person who the authorities would call when she got a little out of hand. Her daughter and best friend, Melissa. Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/312/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: The Book of Joan Subtitle: Tales of Mirth, Mischief, and Manipulation Author: Melissa Rivers Narrator: Melissa Rivers Format: Unabridged Length: 5 hrs and 33 mins Language: English Release date: 05-05-15 Publisher: Random House Audio Ratings: 4.5 of 5 out of 350 votes Genres: Bios & Memoirs, Celebrities Publisher's Summary: Joan Rivers was known all over the world - from the Palace Theater to Buckingham Palace, from the bright lights of Las Vegas to the footlights of Broadway, from the days of talkies to hosting talk shows. But there was only one person who knew Joan intimately, one person who the authorities would call when she got a little out of hand. Her daughter and best friend, Melissa. Members Reviews: Love Joan and Melissa but the book misses the mark What did you like best about The Book of Joan? What did you like least? Joan's Ivy Day address was fantastic and still timely. Use your manners, take your punches and learn from adversity. Similarly, I enjoyed the stories that involved people Joan didn't particularly like or people who disrespected her. There were things to be learned from those situations. Unfortunately, the revealing or truly interesting stories were few and far between. What aspect of Melissa Riverss performance would you have changed? The book needed one or two more rewrites to feel professional and smooth. Linking phrases were repeated again and again. The material itself was thin and needed considerable fleshing out. The ghost writer and editor really did not do their job well. Any additional comments? I read / listen to a lot of biographical books. This one is weaker than many but far from the worse. I still got a sense of Joan but I was disappointed by the lack of depth. I felt the book had the opportunity to be so much more. It's a good first or second draft but needs more polish to be great. Homage to Joan This was meant to be a humorous homage to Joan Rivers given by her daughter except its not funny. I felt like I was listening to a 5-hour long stand up routine by someone trying too hard to be funny. I didnt find it was clever or dead-pan or comical at all, I think it missed the mark completely. Perhaps if I was a Melissa Rivers FAN (as opposed to just knowing who she is) I might have seen glimpses of her personality in the prose and might have chuckled once or twice; sadly as it was, I think it was a flop. Could have been lot better What disappointed you about The Book of Joan? The whole thing was just a joke, but not a funny joke, there was no attempt to do anything authentic Would you ever listen to anything by Melissa Rivers again? I didn't expect much from this, but it seems a bit heartless, i was hoping for more of a tribute or memorial for Joan, not a bunch of non-funny "bits" which is what the whole thing was How could the performance have been better? It was ok, but it lacked variety in the delivery What reaction did this book spark in you? Anger, sadness, disappointment? def disappointment Any additional comments? Hopefully something better about Joan Rivers will come out soon. Can We Talk? Less Laughs, More Heart I was expecting a more heartfelt memoir. With all due respect to Melissa Rivers, she is not a comedian. I felt like many of the jokes were unnecessary and forced, in attempt to be "funny" like her mother. (I didn't mind her relaying Joan's jokes. It's when the book veers off into Melissa's "stand-up routine" that I felt it was questionable. Joan's deftness and wit in delivering a joke was unparalleled.) I was hoping for more insight into the life and career of a comedy icon from a true insider. However, there is nothing new or really interesting here. https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/pd/Bios-Memoirs/I-Partridge-We-Need-to-Talk-About-Alan-Audiobook/B005QRC5NW Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/312/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: I, Partridge: We Need to Talk About Alan Author: Alan Partridge Narrator: Alan Partridge Format: Unabridged Length: 6 hrs and 56 mins Language: English Release date: 09-30-11 Publisher: HarperCollins Publishers Limited Ratings: 4.5 of 5 out of 376 votes Genres: Bios & Memoirs, Celebrities Publisher's Summary: Journalist, presenter, broadcaster, husband, father, vigorous all-rounder Alan Partridge a man with a fascinating past and an amazing future. Gregarious and popular, yet Alans never happier than when relaxing in his own five-bedroom, south-built house with three acres of land and access to a private stream. But who is this mysterious enigma? Alan Gordon Partridge is the best and best-loved radio presenter in the region. Born into a changing world of rationing, Teddy Boys, apes in space and the launch of ITV, Alans broadcasting career began as chief DJ of Radio Smile at St. Lukes Hospital in Norwich. After replacing Peter Flint as the presenter of Scout About, he entered the top 8 of BBC sports presenters.But Alans big break came with his primetime BBC chat show Knowing Me, Knowing You. Sadly, the show battled against poor scheduling, having been put up against News at Ten, then in its heyday. Due to declining ratings, a single catastrophic hitch (the killing of a guest on air) and the dumbing down of network TV, Alans show was cancelled. Not to be dissuaded, he embraced this opportunity to wind up his production company, leave London and fulfil a lifelong ambition to return to his roots in local radio. Now single, Alan is an intensely private man but he opens up, for the second time, in this candid, entertaining, often deeply emotional and of course compelling memoir, written entirely in his own words. (Alan quickly dispelled the idea of using a ghost writer. With a grade B English Language O-Level, he knew he was up to the task.) He speaks touchingly about his tragic Toblerone addiction, and the painful moment when unsold copies of his first autobiography, Bouncing Back, were pulped like word porridge. He reveals all about his relationship with his ex-Ukrainian girlfriend, Sonja, with whom he had sex at least twice a day, and the truth about the thick people who make key decisions at the BBC. A literary tour de force, I, Partridge: We Need to Talk About Alan charts the incredible journey of one of our greatest broadcasters. Critic Reviews: "Legendary." (The Guardian) "Some of the UKs finest comedy." (The Telegraph) "Coogans greatest creation." (Daily Mail) Im a massive Alan Partridge fan, and this is without a doubt the funniest book Ive ever read. Youll be laughing at something on every single page. Its worth downloading the audiobook, though, so you can listen to Alan reading it to you. (Greg James, Heat Magazine) biacuaduc@gmail.com (Alan Partridge) Fri, 30 Sep 2011 22:35:06 GMT https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/pd/Bios-Memoirs/I-Partridge-We-Need-to-Talk-About-Alan-Audiobook/B005QRC5NW thebookvoice.com 06:56:00 no Listen to full audiobooks for free on thebookvoice.com Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/312/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: I, Partridge: We Need to Talk About Alan Author: Alan Partridge Narrator: Alan Partridge Format: Unabridged Length: 6 hrs and 56 mins Language: English Release date: 09-30-11 Publisher: HarperCollins Publishers Limited Ratings: 4.5 of 5 out of 376 votes Genres: Bios & Memoirs, Celebrities Publisher's Summary: Journalist, presenter, broadcaster, husband, father, vigorous all-rounder Alan Partridge a man with a fascinating past and an amazing future. Gregarious and popular, yet Alans never happier than when relaxing in his own five-bedroom, south-built house with three acres of land and access to a private stream. But who is this mysterious enigma? Alan Gordon Partridge is the best and best-loved radio presenter in the region. Born into a changing world of rationing, Teddy Boys, apes in space and the launch of ITV, Alans broadcasting career began as chief DJ of Radio Smile at St. Lukes Hospital in Norwich. After replacing Peter Flint as the presenter of Scout About, he entered the top 8 of BBC sports presenters.But Alans big break came with his primetime BBC chat show Knowing Me, Knowing You. Sadly, the show battled against poor scheduling, having been put up against News at Ten, then in its heyday. Due to declining ratings, a single catastrophic hitch (the killing of a guest on air) and the dumbing down of network TV, Alans show was cancelled. Not to be dissuaded, he embraced this opportunity to wind up his production company, leave London and fulfil a lifelong ambition to return to his roots in local radio. Now single, Alan is an intensely private man but he opens up, for the second time, in this candid, entertaining, often deeply emotional and of course compelling memoir, written entirely in his own words. (Alan quickly dispelled the idea of using a ghost writer. With a grade B English Language O-Level, he knew he was up to the task.) He speaks touchingly about his tragic Toblerone addiction, and the painful moment when unsold copies of his first autobiography, Bouncing Back, were pulped like word porridge. He reveals all about his relationship with his ex-Ukrainian girlfriend, Sonja, with whom he had sex at least twice a day, and the truth about the thick people who make key decisions at the BBC. A literary tour de force, I, Partridge: We Need to Talk About Alan charts the incredible journey of one of our greatest broadcasters. Critic Reviews: "Legendary." (The Guardian) "Some of the UKs finest comedy." (The Telegraph) "Coogans greatest creation." (Daily Mail) Im a massive Alan Partridge fan, and this is without a doubt the funniest book Ive ever read. Youll be laughing at something on every single page. Its worth downloading the audiobook, though, so you can listen to Alan reading it to you. (Greg James, Heat Magazine) Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/312/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: I, Partridge: We Need to Talk About Alan Author: Alan Partridge Narrator: Alan Partridge Format: Unabridged Length: 6 hrs and 56 mins Language: English Release date: 09-30-11 Publisher: HarperCollins Publishers Limited Ratings: 4.5 of 5 out of 376 votes Genres: Bios & Memoirs, Celebrities Publisher's Summary: Journalist, presenter, broadcaster, husband, father, vigorous all-rounder Alan Partridge a man with a fascinating past and an amazing future. Gregarious and popular, yet Alans never happier than when relaxing in his own five-bedroom, south-built house with three acres of land and access to a private stream. But who is this mysterious enigma? Alan Gordon Partridge is the best and best-loved radio presenter in the region. Born into a changing world of rationing, Teddy Boys, apes in space and the launch of ITV, Alans broadcasting career began as chief DJ of Radio Smile at St. Lukes Hospital in Norwich. After replacing Peter Flint as the presenter of Scout About, he entered the top 8 of BBC sports presenters.But Alans big break came with his primetime BBC chat show Knowing Me, Knowing You. Sadly, the show battled against poor scheduling, having been put up against News at Ten, then in its heyday. Due to declining ratings, a single catastrophic hitch (the killing of a guest on air) and the dumbing down of network TV, Alans show was cancelled. Not to be dissuaded, he embraced this opportunity to wind up his production company, leave London and fulfil a lifelong ambition to return to his roots in local radio. Now single, Alan is an intensely private man but he opens up, for the second time, in this candid, entertaining, often deeply emotional and of course compelling memoir, written entirely in his own words. (Alan quickly dispelled the idea of using a ghost writer. With a grade B English Language O-Level, he knew he was up to the task.) He speaks touchingly about his tragic Toblerone addiction, and the painful moment when unsold copies of his first autobiography, Bouncing Back, were pulped like word porridge. He reveals all about his relationship with his ex-Ukrainian girlfriend, Sonja, with whom he had sex at least twice a day, and the truth about the thick people who make key decisions at the BBC. A literary tour de force, I, Partridge: We Need to Talk About Alan charts the incredible journey of one of our greatest broadcasters. Critic Reviews: "Legendary." (The Guardian) "Some of the UKs finest comedy." (The Telegraph) "Coogans greatest creation." (Daily Mail) Im a massive Alan Partridge fan, and this is without a doubt the funniest book Ive ever read. Youll be laughing at something on every single page. Its worth downloading the audiobook, though, so you can listen to Alan reading it to you. https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/pd/Bios-Memoirs/Blood-Brothers-Audiobook/B01C90HPP6 Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/312/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: Blood Brothers Subtitle: The Fatal Friendship Between Muhammad Ali and Malcolm X Author: Randy Roberts, Johnny Smith Narrator: David Drummond Format: Unabridged Length: 13 hrs and 41 mins Language: English Release date: 03-08-16 Publisher: Tantor Audio Ratings: 4.5 of 5 out of 106 votes Genres: Bios & Memoirs, Celebrities Publisher's Summary: In 1962, boxing writers and fans considered Cassius Clay an obnoxious self-promoter, and few believed that he would become the heavyweight champion of the world. But Malcolm X, the most famous minister in the Nation of Islam - a sect many white Americans deemed a hate cult - saw the potential in Clay, not just for boxing greatness but as a means of spreading the Nation's message. The two became fast friends, keeping their interactions secret from the press for fear of jeopardizing Clay's career. Clay began living a double life - a patriotic "good Negro" in public and a radical reformer behind the scenes. Soon, however, their friendship would sour, with disastrous and far-reaching consequences. Based on previously untapped sources, from Malcolm's personal papers to FBI records, Blood Brothers is the first book to offer an in-depth portrait of this complex bond. Acclaimed historians Randy Roberts and Johnny Smith reconstruct the worlds that shaped Malcolm and Clay, from the boxing arenas and mosques to postwar New York and civil rights-era Miami. Critic Reviews: "A page-turning tale from the 1960s about politics and sports and two proud, extraordinary men whose legacies endure." (Kirkus) biacuaduc@gmail.com (Randy Roberts) Tue, 08 Mar 2016 14:09:30 GMT https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/pd/Bios-Memoirs/Blood-Brothers-Audiobook/B01C90HPP6 thebookvoice.com 13:41:00 no Listen to full audiobooks for free on thebookvoice.com Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/312/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: Blood Brothers Subtitle: The Fatal Friendship Between Muhammad Ali and Malcolm X Author: Randy Roberts, Johnny Smith Narrator: David Drummond Format: Unabridged Length: 13 hrs and 41 mins Language: English Release date: 03-08-16 Publisher: Tantor Audio Ratings: 4.5 of 5 out of 106 votes Genres: Bios & Memoirs, Celebrities Publisher's Summary: In 1962, boxing writers and fans considered Cassius Clay an obnoxious self-promoter, and few believed that he would become the heavyweight champion of the world. But Malcolm X, the most famous minister in the Nation of Islam - a sect many white Americans deemed a hate cult - saw the potential in Clay, not just for boxing greatness but as a means of spreading the Nation's message. The two became fast friends, keeping their interactions secret from the press for fear of jeopardizing Clay's career. Clay began living a double life - a patriotic "good Negro" in public and a radical reformer behind the scenes. Soon, however, their friendship would sour, with disastrous and far-reaching consequences. Based on previously untapped sources, from Malcolm's personal papers to FBI records, Blood Brothers is the first book to offer an in-depth portrait of this complex bond. Acclaimed historians Randy Roberts and Johnny Smith reconstruct the worlds that shaped Malcolm and Clay, from the boxing arenas and mosques to postwar New York and civil rights-era Miami. Critic Reviews: "A page-turning tale from the 1960s about politics and sports and two proud, extraordinary men whose legacies endure." (Kirkus) Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/312/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: Blood Brothers Subtitle: The Fatal Friendship Between Muhammad Ali and Malcolm X Author: Randy Roberts, Johnny Smith Narrator: David Drummond Format: Unabridged Length: 13 hrs and 41 mins Language: English Release date: 03-08-16 Publisher: Tantor Audio Ratings: 4.5 of 5 out of 106 votes Genres: Bios & Memoirs, Celebrities Publisher's Summary: In 1962, boxing writers and fans considered Cassius Clay an obnoxious self-promoter, and few believed that he would become the heavyweight champion of the world. But Malcolm X, the most famous minister in the Nation of Islam - a sect many white Americans deemed a hate cult - saw the potential in Clay, not just for boxing greatness but as a means of spreading the Nation's message. The two became fast friends, keeping their interactions secret from the press for fear of jeopardizing Clay's career. Clay began living a double life - a patriotic "good Negro" in public and a radical reformer behind the scenes. Soon, however, their friendship would sour, with disastrous and far-reaching consequences. Based on previously untapped sources, from Malcolm's personal papers to FBI records, Blood Brothers is the first book to offer an in-depth portrait of this complex bond. Acclaimed historians Randy Roberts and Johnny Smith reconstruct the worlds that shaped Malcolm and Clay, from the boxing arenas and mosques to postwar New York and civil rights-era Miami. Critic Reviews: "A page-turning tale from the 1960s about politics and sports and two proud, extraordinary men whose legacies endure." (Kirkus) Members Reviews: Interesting story Littered with little known facts, this story drags along to its ultimate end. The author seems to mix these truths with his biased opinions. Interesting take on a 5-year period in two famous lives There are a lot of books, movies and other sources out there on these two men, but this is the story of five tumultuous years that they were at the center of. Definitely offers a new take - and, in part, a takedown - of their lives. Certainly an expose of rampant corruption and criminality within the NOI. The author accuses the NOI of orchestrating Malcolm X's murder and also hints at some complicity on the part of the FBI. I thought that the narration was good overall, but with a couple major flaws that were annoying. This is a well-done production, the producers and narrator should make sure that they are pronouncing words correctly, including Accra (e-krah, emphasis on the second syllable) and reporter Dick Schaap's last name, rhymes with chap not chop. Finally, imitating Ali is always fraught with peril and the narrator has to attempt it on several occasions. As Ali's onetime fight doctor Ferdie Pacheco once said, "if you say it, you sound childish; if he says it's funny." Other than those minor problems a worthwhile listen. this book cast Dark Shadows on to be loved figures This book provided some insight and facts about these men's daily lives. It also projects evil motives and suggests their thoughts. Muhammad Ali is presented as an ignorant but shrewd performer. Malcolm X is presented as a manipulative man hungry for power. I do not ascribe to either these views. Biased and Stereotyping Narrative I can't understand how someone can stereotype with words like "disguise and dissemblance have been integral part of African American culture" to claim that Cassius Clay and Malcolm X were deceptive people and still earn praise for their book. https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/pd/Bios-Memoirs/Offside-Audiobook/B077P6QL6J Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/312/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: Offside Subtitle: My Life Crossing the Line Author: Sean Avery Narrator: Sean Avery Format: Unabridged Length: 11 hrs and 21 mins Language: English Release date: 11-29-17 Publisher: Viking Ratings: 4.5 of 5 out of 3 votes Genres: Bios & Memoirs, Celebrities Publisher's Summary: Hockey's most polarizing figure takes us inside the game, shedding light on not only what goes on behind closed doors but also what makes professional athletes tick. As one of the NHL's most polarizing players, Sean Avery turned the rules of professional hockey on their head. For 13 seasons, he played for some of the most storied franchises in the league, including the Detroit Red Wings, the Los Angeles Kings, and the New York Rangers, making his mark in each city as a player who was sometimes loved, sometimes despised, and always controversial. In Offside, Avery displays his trademark candor about the world of pro hockey and does for it what Jim Bouton's game-changing Ball Four did for baseball. Avery goes deep inside the sport to reveal every aspect of pro athletes' lives, from how they spend their money and their nights off to how they stay sharp and conditioned and employed. Avery also examines his singular career path - while playing the talented villain on ice, he skated out of character in the off-season, taking on unexpected and unprecedented roles: Vogue intern, fashion model, advertising executive, restaurateur, gay rights advocate, and many more. Rollickingly honest and compelling throughout, Offside transcends the sports book genre and offers a rare, unvarnished glimpse into the world of 21st-century hockey through the eyes of one of its most original and memorable players. Critic Reviews: " Offside... may be described as Ken Dryden's The Game rewritten by Hunter S. Thompson." ( Globe and Mail) "Avery has happily returned the disdain in his new bridge-burning memoir...[he is] the exact same disruptor as an author." ( The Toronto Star) biacuaduc@gmail.com (Sean Avery) Wed, 29 Nov 2017 23:22:02 GMT https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/pd/Bios-Memoirs/Offside-Audiobook/B077P6QL6J thebookvoice.com 11:21:00 no Listen to full audiobooks for free on thebookvoice.com Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/312/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: Offside Subtitle: My Life Crossing the Line Author: Sean Avery Narrator: Sean Avery Format: Unabridged Length: 11 hrs and 21 mins Language: English Release date: 11-29-17 Publisher: Viking Ratings: 4.5 of 5 out of 3 votes Genres: Bios & Memoirs, Celebrities Publisher's Summary: Hockey's most polarizing figure takes us inside the game, shedding light on not only what goes on behind closed doors but also what makes professional athletes tick. As one of the NHL's most polarizing players, Sean Avery turned the rules of professional hockey on their head. For 13 seasons, he played for some of the most storied franchises in the league, including the Detroit Red Wings, the Los Angeles Kings, and the New York Rangers, making his mark in each city as a player who was sometimes loved, sometimes despised, and always controversial. In Offside, Avery displays his trademark candor about the world of pro hockey and does for it what Jim Bouton's game-changing Ball Four did for baseball. Avery goes deep inside the sport to reveal every aspect of pro athletes' lives, from how they spend their money and their nights off to how they stay sharp and conditioned and employed. Avery also examines his singular career path - while playing the talented villain on ice, he skated out of character in the off-season, taking on unexpected and unprecedented roles: Vogue intern, fashion model, advertising executive, restaurateur, gay rights advocate, and many more. Rollickingly honest and compelling throughout, Offside transcends the sports book genre and offers a rare, unvarnished glimpse into the world of 21st-century hockey through the eyes of one of its most original and memorable players. Critic Reviews: " Offside... may be described as Ken Dryden's The Game rewritten by Hunter S. Thompson." ( Globe and Mail) "Avery has happily returned the disdain in his new bridge-burning memoir...[he is] the exact same disruptor as an author." ( The Toronto Star) Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/312/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: Offside Subtitle: My Life Crossing the Line Author: Sean Avery Narrator: Sean Avery Format: Unabridged Length: 11 hrs and 21 mins Language: English Release date: 11-29-17 Publisher: Viking Ratings: 4.5 of 5 out of 3 votes Genres: Bios & Memoirs, Celebrities Publisher's Summary: Hockey's most polarizing figure takes us inside the game, shedding light on not only what goes on behind closed doors but also what makes professional athletes tick. As one of the NHL's most polarizing players, Sean Avery turned the rules of professional hockey on their head. For 13 seasons, he played for some of the most storied franchises in the league, including the Detroit Red Wings, the Los Angeles Kings, and the New York Rangers, making his mark in each city as a player who was sometimes loved, sometimes despised, and always controversial. In Offside, Avery displays his trademark candor about the world of pro hockey and does for it what Jim Bouton's game-changing Ball Four did for baseball. Avery goes deep inside the sport to reveal every aspect of pro athletes' lives, from how they spend their money and their nights off to how they stay sharp and conditioned and employed. Avery also examines his singular career path - while playing the talented villain on ice, he skated out of character in the off-season, taking on unexpected and unprecedented roles: Vogue intern, fashion model, advertising executive, restaurateur, gay rights advocate, and many more. Rollickingly honest and compelling throughout, Offside transcends the sports book genre and offers a rare, unvarnished glimpse into the world of 21st-century hockey through the eyes of one of its most original and memorable players. Critic Reviews: " Offside... may be described as Ken Dryden's The Game rewritten by Hunter S. Thompson." ( Globe and Mail) "Avery has happily returned the disdain in his new bridge-burning memoir...[he is] the exact same disruptor as an author." ( The Toronto Star) Members Reviews: Did not disappoint! If you are a hockey fan you owe it to yourself to listen to this book! A tell all book about hockey from hockeys biggest a-hole. Loved every minute. https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/pd/Bios-Memoirs/Wooden-Audiobook/B00LBBX2X4 Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/312/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: Wooden Subtitle: A Coach's Life Author: Seth Davis Narrator: Stephen McLaughlin Format: Unabridged Length: 26 hrs and 6 mins Language: English Release date: 08-19-14 Publisher: Audible Studios Ratings: 4.5 of 5 out of 164 votes Genres: Bios & Memoirs, Celebrities Publisher's Summary: A provocative and revelatory new biography of the legendary UCLA coach John Wooden, by one of America's top college basketball writers. No college basketball coach has ever dominated the sport like John Wooden. His UCLA teams reached unprecedented heights in the 1960s and '70s, capped by a run of ten NCAA championships in twelve seasons and an eighty-eight-game winning streak, records that stand to this day. Wooden also became a renowned motivational speaker and writer, revered for his "Pyramid of Success." Seth Davis of Sports Illustrated and CBS Sports has written the definitive biography of Wooden, an unflinching portrait that draws on archival research and more than two hundred interviews with players, opponents, coaches, and even Wooden himself. Davis shows how hard Wooden strove for success, from his All-American playing days at Purdue through his early years as a high school and college coach to the glory days at UCLA, only to discover that reaching new heights brought new burdens and frustrations. Davis also reveals how at the pinnacle of his career Wooden found himself on questionable ground with alumni, referees, assistants, and even some of his players. His was a life not only of lessons taught, but also of lessons learned. Woven into the story as well are the players who powered Wooden's championship teams - Kareem Abdul-Jabbar, Bill Walton, Walt Hazzard, and others - many of whom speak frankly about their coach. The portrait that emerges from Davis's remarkable biography is of a man in full, whose life story still resonates today. Editorial Reviews: Editors Select, August 2014 - As a sports fanatic, I was intrigued by the premise of learning more about one of the most prolific sports figures of all time. Sure, I knew who John Wooden was, but Wooden: A Coachs Life provides a full perspective on the man who grew from humble beginnings in Hall, Indiana to the coach who won ten NCAA basketball championships in the course of 12 years seven of which were in a row. What I liked most about this book, however, is that the author compiled chapters into smaller narratives that focused on significant moments in Woodens life, as well as some moments that lead to his UCLA success, such as the recruitment of Lew Alcindor (aka Kareem Abdul-Jabbar) and Bill Walton. The book also calls to attention and debunks common myths about John Wooden. I highly recommend Wooden: A Coachs Life for any sports fan intrigued by one of the most revered coaches of all time and by a lifes story few will ever come close to replicating. Rob, Audible Editor biacuaduc@gmail.com (Seth Davis) Tue, 19 Aug 2014 21:30:24 GMT https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/pd/Bios-Memoirs/Wooden-Audiobook/B00LBBX2X4 thebookvoice.com 26:06:00 no Listen to full audiobooks for free on thebookvoice.com Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/312/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: Wooden Subtitle: A Coach's Life Author: Seth Davis Narrator: Stephen McLaughlin Format: Unabridged Length: 26 hrs and 6 mins Language: English Release date: 08-19-14 Publisher: Audible Studios Ratings: 4.5 of 5 out of 164 votes Genres: Bios & Memoirs, Celebrities Publisher's Summary: A provocative and revelatory new biography of the legendary UCLA coach John Wooden, by one of America's top college basketball writers. No college basketball coach has ever dominated the sport like John Wooden. His UCLA teams reached unprecedented heights in the 1960s and '70s, capped by a run of ten NCAA championships in twelve seasons and an eighty-eight-game winning streak, records that stand to this day. Wooden also became a renowned motivational speaker and writer, revered for his "Pyramid of Success." Seth Davis of Sports Illustrated and CBS Sports has written the definitive biography of Wooden, an unflinching portrait that draws on archival research and more than two hundred interviews with players, opponents, coaches, and even Wooden himself. Davis shows how hard Wooden strove for success, from his All-American playing days at Purdue through his early years as a high school and college coach to the glory days at UCLA, only to discover that reaching new heights brought new burdens and frustrations. Davis also reveals how at the pinnacle of his career Wooden found himself on questionable ground with alumni, referees, assistants, and even some of his players. His was a life not only of lessons taught, but also of lessons learned. Woven into the story as well are the players who powered Wooden's championship teams - Kareem Abdul-Jabbar, Bill Walton, Walt Hazzard, and others - many of whom speak frankly about their coach. The portrait that emerges from Davis's remarkable biography is of a man in full, whose life story still resonates today. Editorial Reviews: Editors Select, August 2014 - As a sports fanatic, I was intrigued by the premise of learning more about one of the most prolific sports figures of all time. Sure, I knew who John Wooden was, but Wooden: A Coachs Life provides a full perspective on the man who grew from humble beginnings in Hall, Indiana to the coach who won ten NCAA basketball championships in the course of 12 years seven of which were in a row. What I liked most about this book, however, is that the author compiled chapters into smaller narratives that focused on significant moments in Woodens life, as well as some moments that lead to his UCLA success, such as the recruitment of Lew Alcindor (aka Kareem Abdul-Jabbar) and Bill Walton. The book also calls to attention and debunks common myths about John Wooden. I highly recommend Wooden: A Coachs Life for any sports fan intrigued by one of the most revered coaches of all time and by a lifes story few will ever come close to replicating. Rob, Audible Editor Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/312/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: Wooden Subtitle: A Coach's Life Author: Seth Davis Narrator: Stephen McLaughlin Format: Unabridged Length: 26 hrs and 6 mins Language: English Release date: 08-19-14 Publisher: Audible Studios Ratings: 4.5 of 5 out of 164 votes Genres: Bios & Memoirs, Celebrities Publisher's Summary: A provocative and revelatory new biography of the legendary UCLA coach John Wooden, by one of America's top college basketball writers. No college basketball coach has ever dominated the sport like John Wooden. His UCLA teams reached unprecedented heights in the 1960s and '70s, capped by a run of ten NCAA championships in twelve seasons and an eighty-eight-game winning streak, records that stand to this day. Wooden also became a renowned motivational speaker and writer, revered for his "Pyramid of Success." Seth Davis of Sports Illustrated and CBS Sports has written the definitive biography of Wooden, an unflinching portrait that draws on archival research and more than two hundred interviews with players, opponents, coaches, and even Wooden himself. Davis shows how hard Wooden strove for success, from his All-American playing days at Purdue through his early years as a high school and college coach to the glory days at UCLA, only to discover that reaching new heights brought new burdens and frustrations. Davis also reveals how at the pinnacle of his career Wooden found himself on questionable ground with alumni, referees, assistants, and even some of his players. His was a life not only of lessons taught, but also of lessons learned. Woven into the story as well are the players who powered Wooden's championship teams - Kareem Abdul-Jabbar, Bill Walton, Walt Hazzard, and others - many of whom speak frankly about their coach. The portrait that emerges from Davis's remarkable biography is of a man in full, whose life story still resonates today. Editorial Reviews: Editors Select, August 2014 - As a sports fanatic, I was intrigued by the premise of learning more about one of the most prolific sports figures of all time. Sure, I knew who John Wooden was, but Wooden: A Coachs Life provides a full perspective on the man who grew from humble beginnings in Hall, Indiana to the coach who won ten NCAA basketball championships in the course of 12 years seven of which were in a row. What I liked most about this book, however, is that the author compiled chapters into smaller narratives that focused on significant moments in Woodens life, as well as some moments that lead to his UCLA success, such as the recruitment of Lew Alcindor (aka Kareem Abdul-Jabbar) and Bill Walton. The book also calls to attention and debunks common myths about John Wooden. I highly recommend Wooden: A Coachs Life for any sports fan intrigued by one of the most revered coaches of all time and by a lifes story few will ever come close to replicating. Rob, Audible Editor Members Reviews: Wooden: A Man Who Transcends Sports As a sports fanatic, I was intrigued by the premise of learning more about one of the most prolific sports figures of all time. Sure, I knew who John Wooden was, but Wooden: A Coachs Life provides a full perspective on the man who grew from humble beginnings in Hall, Indiana to the coach who won ten NCAA basketball championships in the course of 12 years seven of which were in a row. What I liked most about this book, however, is that the author compiled chapters into smaller narratives that focused on significant moments in Woodens life, as well as some moments that lead to his UCLA success, such as the recruitment of Lew Alcindor (aka Kareem Abdul-Jabbar) and Bill Walton. The book also calls to attention and debunks common myths about John Wooden. https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/pd/Bios-Memoirs/Back-from-the-Dead-Audiobook/B019R2JE8K Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/312/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: Back from the Dead Author: Bill Walton Narrator: Bill Walton Format: Unabridged Length: 12 hrs and 16 mins Language: English Release date: 03-22-16 Publisher: Simon & Schuster Audio Ratings: 4.5 of 5 out of 153 votes Genres: Bios & Memoirs, Celebrities Publisher's Summary: This inspiring memoir from sports and cultural icon Bill Walton recounts his devastating injuries and amazing recoveries, set in the context of his UCLA triumphs under John Wooden, his storied NBA career, and his affinity for music and the Grateful Dead. In February 2007, Bill Walton suffered a catastrophic spinal collapse - the culmination of a lifetime of injuries - that left him unable to move. He spent three years on the floor of his house, eating his meals there and crawling to the bathroom, where he could barely hoist himself up onto the toilet. The excruciating pain and slow recovery tested Walton to the fullest. But with extraordinary patience, fortitude, determination, and sacrifice - and pioneering surgery - he recovered and now shares his life story in this remarkable and unique memoir. Walton grew up in San Diego in the 1950s and 1960s and was deeply influenced by the political and cultural upheavals of that period. Although he strongly identified with the cool people, particularly in music and politics, his greatest role model outside his family was super-straight UCLA basketball coach John Wooden, a thoughtful, rigorous mentor who seemed immune to the turmoil of the times. Although there was always tension and conflict between them, the two men would speak nearly every day for 43 years, until Wooden's death at age 99. Despite a lifelong stuttering affliction, Walton chose a career in broadcasting after his playing days ended. He eventually won an Emmy Award and other accolades for broadcasting and was recognized as a leading media pundit. John Wooden once said that no greatness ever came without sacrifice. Nothing better illustrates this saying than the real story of Walton's life. In his own words, Back from the Dead shares this dramatic story, including his basketball and broadcasting careers, his many setbacks and rebounds, and his ultimate triumph as the toughest of champions. biacuaduc@gmail.com (Bill Walton) Tue, 22 Mar 2016 20:19:00 GMT https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/pd/Bios-Memoirs/Back-from-the-Dead-Audiobook/B019R2JE8K thebookvoice.com 12:16:00 no Listen to full audiobooks for free on thebookvoice.com Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/312/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: Back from the Dead Author: Bill Walton Narrator: Bill Walton Format: Unabridged Length: 12 hrs and 16 mins Language: English Release date: 03-22-16 Publisher: Simon & Schuster Audio Ratings: 4.5 of 5 out of 153 votes Genres: Bios & Memoirs, Celebrities Publisher's Summary: This inspiring memoir from sports and cultural icon Bill Walton recounts his devastating injuries and amazing recoveries, set in the context of his UCLA triumphs under John Wooden, his storied NBA career, and his affinity for music and the Grateful Dead. In February 2007, Bill Walton suffered a catastrophic spinal collapse - the culmination of a lifetime of injuries - that left him unable to move. He spent three years on the floor of his house, eating his meals there and crawling to the bathroom, where he could barely hoist himself up onto the toilet. The excruciating pain and slow recovery tested Walton to the fullest. But with extraordinary patience, fortitude, determination, and sacrifice - and pioneering surgery - he recovered and now shares his life story in this remarkable and unique memoir. Walton grew up in San Diego in the 1950s and 1960s and was deeply influenced by the political and cultural upheavals of that period. Although he strongly identified with the cool people, particularly in music and politics, his greatest role model outside his family was super-straight UCLA basketball coach John Wooden, a thoughtful, rigorous mentor who seemed immune to the turmoil of the times. Although there was always tension and conflict between them, the two men would speak nearly every day for 43 years, until Wooden's death at age 99. Despite a lifelong stuttering affliction, Walton chose a career in broadcasting after his playing days ended. He eventually won an Emmy Award and other accolades for broadcasting and was recognized as a leading media pundit. John Wooden once said that no greatness ever came without sacrifice. Nothing better illustrates this saying than the real story of Walton's life. In his own words, Back from the Dead shares this dramatic story, including his basketball and broadcasting careers, his many setbacks and rebounds, and his ultimate triumph as the toughest of champions. Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/312/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: Back from the Dead Author: Bill Walton Narrator: Bill Walton Format: Unabridged Length: 12 hrs and 16 mins Language: English Release date: 03-22-16 Publisher: Simon & Schuster Audio Ratings: 4.5 of 5 out of 153 votes Genres: Bios & Memoirs, Celebrities Publisher's Summary: This inspiring memoir from sports and cultural icon Bill Walton recounts his devastating injuries and amazing recoveries, set in the context of his UCLA triumphs under John Wooden, his storied NBA career, and his affinity for music and the Grateful Dead. In February 2007, Bill Walton suffered a catastrophic spinal collapse - the culmination of a lifetime of injuries - that left him unable to move. He spent three years on the floor of his house, eating his meals there and crawling to the bathroom, where he could barely hoist himself up onto the toilet. The excruciating pain and slow recovery tested Walton to the fullest. But with extraordinary patience, fortitude, determination, and sacrifice - and pioneering surgery - he recovered and now shares his life story in this remarkable and unique memoir. Walton grew up in San Diego in the 1950s and 1960s and was deeply influenced by the political and cultural upheavals of that period. Although he strongly identified with the cool people, particularly in music and politics, his greatest role model outside his family was super-straight UCLA basketball coach John Wooden, a thoughtful, rigorous mentor who seemed immune to the turmoil of the times. Although there was always tension and conflict between them, the two men would speak nearly every day for 43 years, until Wooden's death at age 99. Despite a lifelong stuttering affliction, Walton chose a career in broadcasting after his playing days ended. He eventually won an Emmy Award and other accolades for broadcasting and was recognized as a leading media pundit. John Wooden once said that no greatness ever came without sacrifice. Nothing better illustrates this saying than the real story of Walton's life. In his own words, Back from the Dead shares this dramatic story, including his basketball and broadcasting careers, his many setbacks and rebounds, and his ultimate triumph as the toughest of champions. Members Reviews: Interesting, but unrevealing Bill does a good job reading and his excitement for life is contagious. While this book did give some insight to his personal struggles and beliefs, I finished still thinking there was a lot of substance missing from the stories told. It allows appeal to a broader audience, but as one who has read numerous books on the lives of athletes, I think he left a lot of the details out as to not offend. However, for Bruins, Blazers, or Celtics, this is a fun ride down memory lane. ...and Bill does make you a better person.... He shares his caring spirit and that compels you to pass it forward. UNBELIEVEABLE A book for anyone who loves basketball and life. Commands multiple listens! THROW IT DOWN Ripple in still water Thanks for sharing your stories in Back from the Dead. You have had an amazing life. Add great narrator to your list of accomplishments. Your friend in the box business. Awesome! If you could sum up Back from the Dead in three words, what would they be? What a life! What was one of the most memorable moments of Back from the Dead? The best part of the story is actually listening to Walton tell it! The recitation of all books I have listened to Would you listen to Back from the Dead again? Why? I'm an UCLA alumni and a Bill Walton fan. His amazing story was first chronicled by The Great David Halberstam in his book Break of the Game. In this book Bill being extremely modest never speaks of his own greatness in the game of basketball. https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/pd/Bios-Memoirs/Hustle-and-Heart-Audiobook/B01N3QV45D Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/312/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: Hustle and Heart Author: Kailyn Lowry Narrator: Renee Chambliss Format: Unabridged Length: 2 hrs and 17 mins Language: English Release date: 11-22-16 Publisher: Dreamscape Media, LLC Ratings: 3.5 of 5 out of 39 votes Genres: Bios & Memoirs, Celebrities Publisher's Summary: As a small-town girl turned teen mom, reality TV star, best-selling author, and social media celebrity, Kailyn Lowry has been through some crazy ups and downs. Now she's sharing the inspiration that got her through it all. Hustle and Heart is packed with inspiring, motivational messages, personal advice, and relatable experiences for those making their way through life's challenging mix of joy and hardship. From bullying, sexual assault, and body image to motherhood, marriage, and career challenges, Kailyn wants you to know that there's nothing you can't survive - with a little bit of hustle and heart. biacuaduc@gmail.com (Kailyn Lowry) Tue, 22 Nov 2016 18:46:36 GMT https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/pd/Bios-Memoirs/Hustle-and-Heart-Audiobook/B01N3QV45D thebookvoice.com 02:17:00 no Listen to full audiobooks for free on thebookvoice.com Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/312/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: Hustle and Heart Author: Kailyn Lowry Narrator: Renee Chambliss Format: Unabridged Length: 2 hrs and 17 mins Language: English Release date: 11-22-16 Publisher: Dreamscape Media, LLC Ratings: 3.5 of 5 out of 39 votes Genres: Bios & Memoirs, Celebrities Publisher's Summary: As a small-town girl turned teen mom, reality TV star, best-selling author, and social media celebrity, Kailyn Lowry has been through some crazy ups and downs. Now she's sharing the inspiration that got her through it all. Hustle and Heart is packed with inspiring, motivational messages, personal advice, and relatable experiences for those making their way through life's challenging mix of joy and hardship. From bullying, sexual assault, and body image to motherhood, marriage, and career challenges, Kailyn wants you to know that there's nothing you can't survive - with a little bit of hustle and heart. Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/312/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: Hustle and Heart Author: Kailyn Lowry Narrator: Renee Chambliss Format: Unabridged Length: 2 hrs and 17 mins Language: English Release date: 11-22-16 Publisher: Dreamscape Media, LLC Ratings: 3.5 of 5 out of 39 votes Genres: Bios & Memoirs, Celebrities Publisher's Summary: As a small-town girl turned teen mom, reality TV star, best-selling author, and social media celebrity, Kailyn Lowry has been through some crazy ups and downs. Now she's sharing the inspiration that got her through it all. Hustle and Heart is packed with inspiring, motivational messages, personal advice, and relatable experiences for those making their way through life's challenging mix of joy and hardship. From bullying, sexual assault, and body image to motherhood, marriage, and career challenges, Kailyn wants you to know that there's nothing you can't survive - with a little bit of hustle and heart. Members Reviews: great story loved it but would have liked it Better if i heard her vioce telling it. Very motivating book. It was actually a really great read, or rather listen. very motivational. The narrator was great. YAWN! Super boring. The most cliche analogies in the history of the world. Her 1st book was good. This one sucked. i cried! i listened in one day ! loved it it was totally worth it must have Ugh frustrating... This book was soooooo boring! Her first book was incredible! This book was her giving lame advice and then she threw in a couple stories she already told in the first book. BAD BAD BAD. Bad structure, bad story... it was just all bad. Heartbroken. Hope her next one is like the first except about her current situation, not the one when she was 16. https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/pd/Bios-Memoirs/The-1997-Masters-Audiobook/B01NAXNQDM Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/312/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: The 1997 Masters Subtitle: My Story Author: Tiger Woods, Lorne Rubenstein Narrator: Tiger Woods - foreword, Scott Van Pelt Format: Unabridged Length: 6 hrs and 5 mins Language: English Release date: 03-21-17 Publisher: Hachette Audio Ratings: 4.5 of 5 out of 157 votes Genres: Bios & Memoirs, Celebrities Publisher's Summary: To mark the 20th anniversary of his historic win at the 1997 Masters, Tiger Woods will for the first time reflect on the record-setting win both on and off the course. In 1997 Tiger Woods was already among the most watched and closely examined athletes in history. But it wasn't until the Masters Tournament that his career would definitively change forever. Woods, then only 21, won the Masters by a historic 12 shots, which remains the widest margin of victory in the tournament's history, making it an iconic moment for him and sports. Now, 20 years later, Woods is ready to explore his history with the game, how it has changed over the years, and what it was like winning such an important event. With never-before-heard stories, this book will provide keen insight from one of the game's all-time greats. PLEASE NOTE: When you purchase this title, the accompanying reference material will be available in your Library section along with the audio. biacuaduc@gmail.com (Tiger Woods) Tue, 21 Mar 2017 12:47:59 GMT https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/pd/Bios-Memoirs/The-1997-Masters-Audiobook/B01NAXNQDM thebookvoice.com 06:05:00 no Listen to full audiobooks for free on thebookvoice.com Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/312/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: The 1997 Masters Subtitle: My Story Author: Tiger Woods, Lorne Rubenstein Narrator: Tiger Woods - foreword, Scott Van Pelt Format: Unabridged Length: 6 hrs and 5 mins Language: English Release date: 03-21-17 Publisher: Hachette Audio Ratings: 4.5 of 5 out of 157 votes Genres: Bios & Memoirs, Celebrities Publisher's Summary: To mark the 20th anniversary of his historic win at the 1997 Masters, Tiger Woods will for the first time reflect on the record-setting win both on and off the course. In 1997 Tiger Woods was already among the most watched and closely examined athletes in history. But it wasn't until the Masters Tournament that his career would definitively change forever. Woods, then only 21, won the Masters by a historic 12 shots, which remains the widest margin of victory in the tournament's history, making it an iconic moment for him and sports. Now, 20 years later, Woods is ready to explore his history with the game, how it has changed over the years, and what it was like winning such an important event. With never-before-heard stories, this book will provide keen insight from one of the game's all-time greats. PLEASE NOTE: When you purchase this title, the accompanying reference material will be available in your Library section along with the audio. Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/312/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: The 1997 Masters Subtitle: My Story Author: Tiger Woods, Lorne Rubenstein Narrator: Tiger Woods - foreword, Scott Van Pelt Format: Unabridged Length: 6 hrs and 5 mins Language: English Release date: 03-21-17 Publisher: Hachette Audio Ratings: 4.5 of 5 out of 157 votes Genres: Bios & Memoirs, Celebrities Publisher's Summary: To mark the 20th anniversary of his historic win at the 1997 Masters, Tiger Woods will for the first time reflect on the record-setting win both on and off the course. In 1997 Tiger Woods was already among the most watched and closely examined athletes in history. But it wasn't until the Masters Tournament that his career would definitively change forever. Woods, then only 21, won the Masters by a historic 12 shots, which remains the widest margin of victory in the tournament's history, making it an iconic moment for him and sports. Now, 20 years later, Woods is ready to explore his history with the game, how it has changed over the years, and what it was like winning such an important event. With never-before-heard stories, this book will provide keen insight from one of the game's all-time greats. PLEASE NOTE: When you purchase this title, the accompanying reference material will be available in your Library section along with the audio. Members Reviews: Play by play but not much more I am a huge Tiger fan and I would say that this is vintage Tiger for better or worse. It's a play by play which is interesting. How he played this shot or that shot. But it lacks a more compelling subtext, which I guess is to be expected from someone so private and introverted. Wow Speechless... This book completely blew away my expectations. I'm an advocate TW fan and to hear him finally open up like this is amazing. SVP did a great job on the audio. Can't wait for more books from TW's career! Would not download No opinion could not get pleasure out of reading. Couldn't delete and download again Good short book Scott Van Pelt did a solid job reading this. Several new details about the 97 Masters and some new information about the mind of Tiger. Insightful! In addition to a great review of the 1997 Masters through Tigers eyes, this book answers a lot of questions about why Tiger is who he is and his drive to win and be the best. A nice peak into his upbringing and how his relationship with his dad and mom shaped his personality. https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/pd/Bios-Memoirs/The-Hiltons-Audiobook/B00IKNITIO Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/312/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: The Hiltons Subtitle: The True Story of an American Dynasty Author: J. Randy Taraborrelli Narrator: Robert Petkoff Format: Unabridged Length: 19 hrs and 16 mins Language: English Release date: 04-01-14 Publisher: Hachette Audio Ratings: 4 of 5 out of 220 votes Genres: Bios & Memoirs, Celebrities Publisher's Summary: The Hiltons is a sweeping saga of the success - and excess - of an iconic American family. Demanding and enigmatic, patriarch Conrad Hilton's visionary ideas and unyielding will established the model for the modern luxury hotel industry. But outside the boardroom, Conrad struggled with emotional detachment, failed marriages, and conflicted Catholicism. Then there were his children: Playboy Nicky Hilton's tragic alcoholism and marriage to Elizabeth Taylor was the stuff of tabloid legend. Barron Hilton, on the other hand, deftly handled his father's legacy, carrying the Hilton brand triumphantly into the new millennium. Eric, raised apart from his older brothers, accepted his supporting role in the Hilton dynasty with calm and quiet - a stark contrast to the boys' much younger half-sister Francesca, whose battle for recognition led her into courtrooms and conflict. The cast of supporting players includes the inimitable Zsa Zsa Gabor, who was married to Conrad briefly and remained a thorn in his side for decades, and a host of other Hollywood and business luminaries with whom the Hiltons crossed paths and swords over the years. biacuaduc@gmail.com (J. Randy Taraborrelli) Tue, 01 Apr 2014 16:36:28 GMT https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/pd/Bios-Memoirs/The-Hiltons-Audiobook/B00IKNITIO thebookvoice.com 19:16:00 no Listen to full audiobooks for free on thebookvoice.com Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/312/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: The Hiltons Subtitle: The True Story of an American Dynasty Author: J. Randy Taraborrelli Narrator: Robert Petkoff Format: Unabridged Length: 19 hrs and 16 mins Language: English Release date: 04-01-14 Publisher: Hachette Audio Ratings: 4 of 5 out of 220 votes Genres: Bios & Memoirs, Celebrities Publisher's Summary: The Hiltons is a sweeping saga of the success - and excess - of an iconic American family. Demanding and enigmatic, patriarch Conrad Hilton's visionary ideas and unyielding will established the model for the modern luxury hotel industry. But outside the boardroom, Conrad struggled with emotional detachment, failed marriages, and conflicted Catholicism. Then there were his children: Playboy Nicky Hilton's tragic alcoholism and marriage to Elizabeth Taylor was the stuff of tabloid legend. Barron Hilton, on the other hand, deftly handled his father's legacy, carrying the Hilton brand triumphantly into the new millennium. Eric, raised apart from his older brothers, accepted his supporting role in the Hilton dynasty with calm and quiet - a stark contrast to the boys' much younger half-sister Francesca, whose battle for recognition led her into courtrooms and conflict. The cast of supporting players includes the inimitable Zsa Zsa Gabor, who was married to Conrad briefly and remained a thorn in his side for decades, and a host of other Hollywood and business luminaries with whom the Hiltons crossed paths and swords over the years. Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/312/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: The Hiltons Subtitle: The True Story of an American Dynasty Author: J. Randy Taraborrelli Narrator: Robert Petkoff Format: Unabridged Length: 19 hrs and 16 mins Language: English Release date: 04-01-14 Publisher: Hachette Audio Ratings: 4 of 5 out of 220 votes Genres: Bios & Memoirs, Celebrities Publisher's Summary: The Hiltons is a sweeping saga of the success - and excess - of an iconic American family. Demanding and enigmatic, patriarch Conrad Hilton's visionary ideas and unyielding will established the model for the modern luxury hotel industry. But outside the boardroom, Conrad struggled with emotional detachment, failed marriages, and conflicted Catholicism. Then there were his children: Playboy Nicky Hilton's tragic alcoholism and marriage to Elizabeth Taylor was the stuff of tabloid legend. Barron Hilton, on the other hand, deftly handled his father's legacy, carrying the Hilton brand triumphantly into the new millennium. Eric, raised apart from his older brothers, accepted his supporting role in the Hilton dynasty with calm and quiet - a stark contrast to the boys' much younger half-sister Francesca, whose battle for recognition led her into courtrooms and conflict. The cast of supporting players includes the inimitable Zsa Zsa Gabor, who was married to Conrad briefly and remained a thorn in his side for decades, and a host of other Hollywood and business luminaries with whom the Hiltons crossed paths and swords over the years. Members Reviews: American Dynasty I didnt know much of what I was getting into before I started reading this book. I often enjoy books centered around powerful families such as the Kennedys, so I thought I would give this one a go. Luckily for me, it was not centered on Paris Hilton, but predominantly the members of her family that have allowed her such a privileged lifestyle. Conrad Hilton, Pariss great grandfather, came from a family ethic where you were expected to work hard to earn your own path through life, without handouts or free rides of any kind. He believed in keeping the family name clean and even though he knew that he wasnt the father of one of his children, he still called her one of his own and gave her his last name. Naturally, I have always assumed that the Hiltons lived off of the wealth of their familys fortune, but was surprised to learn that this was not Conrads vision for his family and had there not been a loop hole in his will (that allowed his son, Barron Hilton, to contest against and win), our ears may have been spared the term thats hot for so many years. It was also quite interesting to learn that Conrad thought that women who spent a majority of their time hung up on doing things to make themselves look beautiful were frivolous and foolish. He couldnt even endure watching a woman apply fingernail polish in his presence. So, of course, he wasnt thinking very clearly when he married Zsa Zsa Gabor in the 40s. As a result, they had two separate bedrooms. I found it interesting how the author compared Zsa Zsa to Paris toward the end of the book, because the entire time that I was reading about Zsa Zsa, I couldnt help but notice their uncanny similarities as well. Although Paris claims that she has worked for everything that she has, one cant help but wonder if she would be so independently wealthy had a sex tape of her and Rick Solomon not surfaced in 2004. https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/pd/Bios-Memoirs/Dearie-Audiobook/B008LYE8EQ Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/312/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: Dearie Subtitle: The Remarkable Life of Julia Child Author: Bob Spitz Narrator: Kimberly Farr Format: Unabridged Length: 25 hrs and 29 mins Language: English Release date: 08-07-12 Publisher: Random House Audio Ratings: 4.5 of 5 out of 342 votes Genres: Bios & Memoirs, Celebrities Publisher's Summary: The definitive biography of Julia Child - with access to Julia's diaries and letters - written by the author of the best-selling and critically acclaimed The Beatles and timed to Julia's 100th birthday. From Pasadena to Cambridge to New York, Washington, D.C., India, Ceylon, Paris, Marseilles, Santa Barbara, and Maine, Bob Spitz re-creates an extraordinary life. He takes us beyond the image of Julia as the tall, eccentric woman with a funny voice who taught America how to cook, to establish her as a genuine rebel and beloved icon, a woman who redefined herself in middle age, helped to change the role of women in America, set the standard for how to create a public personality in the modern media world, and altered the way America eats and thinks of food. There might not be a Food Network or even a PBS if Julia had not blazed the trail. Spitz chronicles Julia's friendships, her struggles, her heartwarming romance with Paul, and of course, the story of the publication of Mastering the Art of French Cooking and her triumphant TV career. A thorough, surprising, affectionate, and extraordinarily entertaining account of a truly remarkable life. biacuaduc@gmail.com (Bob Spitz) Tue, 07 Aug 2012 13:01:45 GMT https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/pd/Bios-Memoirs/Dearie-Audiobook/B008LYE8EQ thebookvoice.com 25:29:00 no Listen to full audiobooks for free on thebookvoice.com Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/312/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: Dearie Subtitle: The Remarkable Life of Julia Child Author: Bob Spitz Narrator: Kimberly Farr Format: Unabridged Length: 25 hrs and 29 mins Language: English Release date: 08-07-12 Publisher: Random House Audio Ratings: 4.5 of 5 out of 342 votes Genres: Bios & Memoirs, Celebrities Publisher's Summary: The definitive biography of Julia Child - with access to Julia's diaries and letters - written by the author of the best-selling and critically acclaimed The Beatles and timed to Julia's 100th birthday. From Pasadena to Cambridge to New York, Washington, D.C., India, Ceylon, Paris, Marseilles, Santa Barbara, and Maine, Bob Spitz re-creates an extraordinary life. He takes us beyond the image of Julia as the tall, eccentric woman with a funny voice who taught America how to cook, to establish her as a genuine rebel and beloved icon, a woman who redefined herself in middle age, helped to change the role of women in America, set the standard for how to create a public personality in the modern media world, and altered the way America eats and thinks of food. There might not be a Food Network or even a PBS if Julia had not blazed the trail. Spitz chronicles Julia's friendships, her struggles, her heartwarming romance with Paul, and of course, the story of the publication of Mastering the Art of French Cooking and her triumphant TV career. A thorough, surprising, affectionate, and extraordinarily entertaining account of a truly remarkable life. Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/312/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: Dearie Subtitle: The Remarkable Life of Julia Child Author: Bob Spitz Narrator: Kimberly Farr Format: Unabridged Length: 25 hrs and 29 mins Language: English Release date: 08-07-12 Publisher: Random House Audio Ratings: 4.5 of 5 out of 342 votes Genres: Bios & Memoirs, Celebrities Publisher's Summary: The definitive biography of Julia Child - with access to Julia's diaries and letters - written by the author of the best-selling and critically acclaimed The Beatles and timed to Julia's 100th birthday. From Pasadena to Cambridge to New York, Washington, D.C., India, Ceylon, Paris, Marseilles, Santa Barbara, and Maine, Bob Spitz re-creates an extraordinary life. He takes us beyond the image of Julia as the tall, eccentric woman with a funny voice who taught America how to cook, to establish her as a genuine rebel and beloved icon, a woman who redefined herself in middle age, helped to change the role of women in America, set the standard for how to create a public personality in the modern media world, and altered the way America eats and thinks of food. There might not be a Food Network or even a PBS if Julia had not blazed the trail. Spitz chronicles Julia's friendships, her struggles, her heartwarming romance with Paul, and of course, the story of the publication of Mastering the Art of French Cooking and her triumphant TV career. A thorough, surprising, affectionate, and extraordinarily entertaining account of a truly remarkable life. Members Reviews: Deeply mixed feelings If you want a glowing biography that shows this icon in an unfailingly positive light, this is NOT the book for you. If you want to know more about Julia AND Paul before The French Chef and after the peak of that series, this is a great book. If you want to know more about the darker side of Julia (and it seems she did have one), this is a great book. It can be easy to get lost in some of the details, and the lists of names can be confusing. I do wish that the narrator had made a firm decision - to warble or not to warble for Juli's voice - and stuck with it throughout the book. I fully intend to read the book soon to clarify some of the things that lost me, but this lets me wait until I can get it from the library. I am torn about this book. Don't get me wrong, I have listened to "My Life in France" and "Julie and Julia" and watched just about every PBS special ever made about Julia Child, so I thought I was familiar with her life. This book showed that those other titles may have been skewed more than I knew. While it makes her less of a shining hero, this book makes her more real. I do intend to listen again. Excellent Book - A Realistic Biography Would you recommend this audiobook to a friend? If so, why? I would highly recommend this book. Both the story and the narrator had my attention from the first paragraph. What did you like best about this story? I love that we get the background for both Julia and Paul. Anything that I have seen previously regarding Paul was not in-depth. I love that both Julia and Paul, who had a true love affair that lasted 40+ years, were presented as the human beings they were with all of their faults and foibles and not some perfect super-human beings. Which character as performed by Kimberly Farr was your favorite? I think Kimberly did a wonderful job by not trying to overdue "the voice" that plagued Julia's maternal family as a result of elongated vocal cords. Did you have an extreme reaction to this book? Did it make you laugh or cry? Both. I laughed, I cried, I laughed again. Any additional comments? I am a review reader, not a review writer as a rule. https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/pd/Bios-Memoirs/Official-Book-Club-Selection-Audiobook/B002V8LE54 Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/312/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: Official Book Club Selection Author: Kathy Griffin Narrator: Kathy Griffin Format: Abridged Length: 6 hrs and 25 mins Language: English Release date: 09-08-09 Publisher: Random House Audio Ratings: 4.5 of 5 out of 1184 votes Genres: Bios & Memoirs, Celebrities Publisher's Summary: Kathy Griffin has won Emmys for her reality show Kathy Griffin: My Life on the D-List, been nominated for a Grammy, worked and walked every red carpet known to man, and rung in the New Year with Anderson Cooper. But the legions of fans who pack Kathy's sold-out comedy shows have heard only part of her remarkable story. Writing with her trademark wit, the feisty comic settles a few old scores, celebrates the friends and mentors who helped her claw her way to the top, and shares insider gossip about celebrity behavior - the good, the bad, and the very ugly. She recounts the crazy ups and downs of her own career and introduces us to some of the supertalented people she encountered before they got famous (or, in some cases, after fame went to their heads). Word to the wise: If you've ever crossed Kathy Griffin at some point in your life, check the index for your name. Along the way, Kathy reveals intimate details about her life before and after she made the big time. She opens up about everything from growing up with a dysfunctional family in suburban Illinois to bombing as a young comedian in L.A., from her well-publicized plastic surgery disasters to her highly publicized divorce, and more. Only in this book will you learn how the dinner table is the best training ground for a career in stand-up, how speaking your mind can bite you on the ass and buy you a house, and which people in Kathy's life have taught her the most valuable lessons - both inside and outside the entertainment industry. Refreshingly candid and full of hilarious "Did she really say that?" moments. biacuaduc@gmail.com (Kathy Griffin) Tue, 08 Sep 2009 18:60:08 GMT https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/pd/Bios-Memoirs/Official-Book-Club-Selection-Audiobook/B002V8LE54 thebookvoice.com 06:25:00 no Listen to full audiobooks for free on thebookvoice.com Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/312/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: Official Book Club Selection Author: Kathy Griffin Narrator: Kathy Griffin Format: Abridged Length: 6 hrs and 25 mins Language: English Release date: 09-08-09 Publisher: Random House Audio Ratings: 4.5 of 5 out of 1184 votes Genres: Bios & Memoirs, Celebrities Publisher's Summary: Kathy Griffin has won Emmys for her reality show Kathy Griffin: My Life on the D-List, been nominated for a Grammy, worked and walked every red carpet known to man, and rung in the New Year with Anderson Cooper. But the legions of fans who pack Kathy's sold-out comedy shows have heard only part of her remarkable story. Writing with her trademark wit, the feisty comic settles a few old scores, celebrates the friends and mentors who helped her claw her way to the top, and shares insider gossip about celebrity behavior - the good, the bad, and the very ugly. She recounts the crazy ups and downs of her own career and introduces us to some of the supertalented people she encountered before they got famous (or, in some cases, after fame went to their heads). Word to the wise: If you've ever crossed Kathy Griffin at some point in your life, check the index for your name. Along the way, Kathy reveals intimate details about her life before and after she made the big time. She opens up about everything from growing up with a dysfunctional family in suburban Illinois to bombing as a young comedian in L.A., from her well-publicized plastic surgery disasters to her highly publicized divorce, and more. Only in this book will you learn how the dinner table is the best training ground for a career in stand-up, how speaking your mind can bite you on the ass and buy you a house, and which people in Kathy's life have taught her the most valuable lessons - both inside and outside the entertainment industry. Refreshingly candid and full of hilarious "Did she really say that?" moments. Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/312/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: Official Book Club Selection Author: Kathy Griffin Narrator: Kathy Griffin Format: Abridged Length: 6 hrs and 25 mins Language: English Release date: 09-08-09 Publisher: Random House Audio Ratings: 4.5 of 5 out of 1184 votes Genres: Bios & Memoirs, Celebrities Publisher's Summary: Kathy Griffin has won Emmys for her reality show Kathy Griffin: My Life on the D-List, been nominated for a Grammy, worked and walked every red carpet known to man, and rung in the New Year with Anderson Cooper. But the legions of fans who pack Kathy's sold-out comedy shows have heard only part of her remarkable story. Writing with her trademark wit, the feisty comic settles a few old scores, celebrates the friends and mentors who helped her claw her way to the top, and shares insider gossip about celebrity behavior - the good, the bad, and the very ugly. She recounts the crazy ups and downs of her own career and introduces us to some of the supertalented people she encountered before they got famous (or, in some cases, after fame went to their heads). Word to the wise: If you've ever crossed Kathy Griffin at some point in your life, check the index for your name. Along the way, Kathy reveals intimate details about her life before and after she made the big time. She opens up about everything from growing up with a dysfunctional family in suburban Illinois to bombing as a young comedian in L.A., from her well-publicized plastic surgery disasters to her highly publicized divorce, and more. Only in this book will you learn how the dinner table is the best training ground for a career in stand-up, how speaking your mind can bite you on the ass and buy you a house, and which people in Kathy's life have taught her the most valuable lessons - both inside and outside the entertainment industry. Refreshingly candid and full of hilarious "Did she really say that?" moments. Members Reviews: Can't Beat a Story Told From the Horse's Mouth What did you love best about Official Book Club Selection? Kathy Griffin has such a fun sense of humor! It felt like she was just talking to a bunch of her friends, rather than listening to a memoir. If youve listened to books by Kathy Griffin before, how does this one compare? This is the first one. Which scene was your favorite? Without giving anything away, she goes to speak at a school, and lots of inappropriateness ensues. Was there a moment in the book that particularly moved you? Again. Without giving anything away, she talks about her first marriage. Any additional comments? Be advised that this is the ABRIDGED version. Feels like Kathy is talking, not reading, to you Would you listen to Official Book Club Selection again? Why? Absolutely. Kathy tells a lot of stories within her story and its impossible to catch all of the details on the first pass. I listened to a few chapters more than once on my first pass through the book, and laughed harder each time. I also teared up, too, but most of Kathy's stories aren't too heavy. What other book might you compare Official Book Club Selection to and why? Happy Accidents: A Memoir (by Jane Lynch) is what I am listening to now and is definitely a book you could compare to "Official Book Club Selection" basically becuase they are both memoir's of comedic women in Hollywood. However, unlike Kathy, Jane is reading her book to you; Kathy is having a conversation with you except she can't you talking back. LOL! Was this a book you wanted to listen to all in one sitting? It was definitely a book I would have listened to all at once if I ever had that kind of time. https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/pd/Bios-Memoirs/In-My-Shoes-Audiobook/B00F3KPRR8 Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/312/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: In My Shoes Subtitle: A Memoir Author: Tamara Mellon, William Patrick Narrator: Polly Lee Format: Unabridged Length: 8 hrs and 31 mins Language: English Release date: 10-01-13 Publisher: Penguin Audio Ratings: 4.5 of 5 out of 149 votes Genres: Bios & Memoirs, Celebrities Publisher's Summary: A candid business narrative and memoir from the founder of Jimmy Choo. Tamara Mellon made a fortune building Jimmy Choo into a billion-dollar fashion brand. She became the prime minister's trade envoy and was honored by the Queen with the Order of the British Empire - yet it's her personal glamour that keeps her an object of global media fascination. Vogue photographed her wedding; Vanity Fair covered her divorce and the criminal trial that followed. Harper's Bazaar toured her London town house and her New York mansion, right down to the closets. And the Wall Street Journal hinted at the real red meat: the three private equity deals, the relentless battle between "the suits" and "the creatives", and Mellon's triumph against a brutally hostile takeover attempt. In this candid memoir she shares the whole larger-than-life story, with genuinely shocking insider detail that has never been presented anywhere. From her troubled childhood to her time as a young editor at Vogue to her partnership with cobbler Jimmy Choo to her very public relationships, Mellon offers a gripping account of the episodes that have made her who she is today. The result is a must listen for entrepreneurs, fashionistas, and anyone who loves a juicy true story about sex, drugs, money, power, high heels, and overcoming adversity. biacuaduc@gmail.com (Tamara Mellon) Tue, 01 Oct 2013 22:07:28 GMT https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/pd/Bios-Memoirs/In-My-Shoes-Audiobook/B00F3KPRR8 thebookvoice.com 08:31:00 no Listen to full audiobooks for free on thebookvoice.com Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/312/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: In My Shoes Subtitle: A Memoir Author: Tamara Mellon, William Patrick Narrator: Polly Lee Format: Unabridged Length: 8 hrs and 31 mins Language: English Release date: 10-01-13 Publisher: Penguin Audio Ratings: 4.5 of 5 out of 149 votes Genres: Bios & Memoirs, Celebrities Publisher's Summary: A candid business narrative and memoir from the founder of Jimmy Choo. Tamara Mellon made a fortune building Jimmy Choo into a billion-dollar fashion brand. She became the prime minister's trade envoy and was honored by the Queen with the Order of the British Empire - yet it's her personal glamour that keeps her an object of global media fascination. Vogue photographed her wedding; Vanity Fair covered her divorce and the criminal trial that followed. Harper's Bazaar toured her London town house and her New York mansion, right down to the closets. And the Wall Street Journal hinted at the real red meat: the three private equity deals, the relentless battle between "the suits" and "the creatives", and Mellon's triumph against a brutally hostile takeover attempt. In this candid memoir she shares the whole larger-than-life story, with genuinely shocking insider detail that has never been presented anywhere. From her troubled childhood to her time as a young editor at Vogue to her partnership with cobbler Jimmy Choo to her very public relationships, Mellon offers a gripping account of the episodes that have made her who she is today. The result is a must listen for entrepreneurs, fashionistas, and anyone who loves a juicy true story about sex, drugs, money, power, high heels, and overcoming adversity. Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/312/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: In My Shoes Subtitle: A Memoir Author: Tamara Mellon, William Patrick Narrator: Polly Lee Format: Unabridged Length: 8 hrs and 31 mins Language: English Release date: 10-01-13 Publisher: Penguin Audio Ratings: 4.5 of 5 out of 149 votes Genres: Bios & Memoirs, Celebrities Publisher's Summary: A candid business narrative and memoir from the founder of Jimmy Choo. Tamara Mellon made a fortune building Jimmy Choo into a billion-dollar fashion brand. She became the prime minister's trade envoy and was honored by the Queen with the Order of the British Empire - yet it's her personal glamour that keeps her an object of global media fascination. Vogue photographed her wedding; Vanity Fair covered her divorce and the criminal trial that followed. Harper's Bazaar toured her London town house and her New York mansion, right down to the closets. And the Wall Street Journal hinted at the real red meat: the three private equity deals, the relentless battle between "the suits" and "the creatives", and Mellon's triumph against a brutally hostile takeover attempt. In this candid memoir she shares the whole larger-than-life story, with genuinely shocking insider detail that has never been presented anywhere. From her troubled childhood to her time as a young editor at Vogue to her partnership with cobbler Jimmy Choo to her very public relationships, Mellon offers a gripping account of the episodes that have made her who she is today. The result is a must listen for entrepreneurs, fashionistas, and anyone who loves a juicy true story about sex, drugs, money, power, high heels, and overcoming adversity. Members Reviews: 4 stars. A Memoir. Fascinating story. I felt good at the end, but I wanted pictures. This is the story of Tamaras rise to fame (in the fashion world) and wealth. In much of the book Im thinking no, dont do that as she makes decisions that cause problems later. But the purpose of the book is to show her decisions, mistakes, consequences, her struggles through them, surviving, and succeeding. At the end of the book she is starting a new business and I am excited for her knowing she will not be making the same mistakes again. I am also excited because she is a creative fashion genius. She knows what is beautiful and what women will love - kind of like Steve Jobs in the tech field. If youre looking for something about celebrities and a fancy lifestyle, you may not want this. This is more appropriate for young entrepreneurs and/or women. My feelings during the book varied. Many times I was suffering and frustrated at what she was going through. Private equity investors controlled 51% of the company and forced decisions against her wishes. She was forced to put up with a CEO who was verbally abusive and made decisions based on ego rather than the good of the company. Tamaras mother was a monster - a narcissist and sociopath. From childhood on Tamara suffered terrible abuse from her mother. At times I felt like I was Tamaras therapist, listening to her troubles and complaints. But shes telling me her story. These are her words, her thoughts, her feelings. And thats ok. This is a memoir, not a biography. A biographer would bring in a more balanced story with others opinions. So some readers might not be in the mood to listen that way, but I was fine with it. Several times Tamara mentioned names of famous people and investment groups that I had never heard of before. It would have been helpful if she clarified parenthetically who she was talking about. But it wasnt a big problem, I skipped through those. Some things I found interesting: In the beginning, Tamara wanted to be involved with quality fashionable shoes. https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/pd/Bios-Memoirs/Forgiveness-Audiobook/B012UY5TL8 Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/312/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: Forgiveness Author: Chiquis Rivera Narrator: Arika Rapson Format: Unabridged Length: 8 hrs and 12 mins Language: English Release date: 08-11-15 Publisher: Tantor Audio Ratings: 4.5 of 5 out of 87 votes Genres: Bios & Memoirs, Celebrities Publisher's Summary: Chiquis Rivera is a singer and the daughter of the late music superstar Jenni Rivera. In Forgiveness, her memoir, Chiquis bravely reveals the abuse she suffered at the hands of her father during her childhood and the difficulties she's faced in her personal life as a result. Despite growing up marked by the wounds of abuse, she eventually conquered her fear of love and intimacy. This book also recounts what caused the distance between her and her mother toward the end of Jenni's life. In Forgiveness, Chiquis brings to light truths that she wishes she had been able to reveal to Jenni. Two years after her mother's death, Chiquis answers the most difficult questions: Was she able to make peace with Jenni? And in this story of triumph and tragedy, who is most in need of forgiveness? biacuaduc@gmail.com (Chiquis Rivera) Tue, 11 Aug 2015 14:59:24 GMT https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/pd/Bios-Memoirs/Forgiveness-Audiobook/B012UY5TL8 thebookvoice.com 08:12:00 no Listen to full audiobooks for free on thebookvoice.com Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/312/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: Forgiveness Author: Chiquis Rivera Narrator: Arika Rapson Format: Unabridged Length: 8 hrs and 12 mins Language: English Release date: 08-11-15 Publisher: Tantor Audio Ratings: 4.5 of 5 out of 87 votes Genres: Bios & Memoirs, Celebrities Publisher's Summary: Chiquis Rivera is a singer and the daughter of the late music superstar Jenni Rivera. In Forgiveness, her memoir, Chiquis bravely reveals the abuse she suffered at the hands of her father during her childhood and the difficulties she's faced in her personal life as a result. Despite growing up marked by the wounds of abuse, she eventually conquered her fear of love and intimacy. This book also recounts what caused the distance between her and her mother toward the end of Jenni's life. In Forgiveness, Chiquis brings to light truths that she wishes she had been able to reveal to Jenni. Two years after her mother's death, Chiquis answers the most difficult questions: Was she able to make peace with Jenni? And in this story of triumph and tragedy, who is most in need of forgiveness? Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/312/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: Forgiveness Author: Chiquis Rivera Narrator: Arika Rapson Format: Unabridged Length: 8 hrs and 12 mins Language: English Release date: 08-11-15 Publisher: Tantor Audio Ratings: 4.5 of 5 out of 87 votes Genres: Bios & Memoirs, Celebrities Publisher's Summary: Chiquis Rivera is a singer and the daughter of the late music superstar Jenni Rivera. In Forgiveness, her memoir, Chiquis bravely reveals the abuse she suffered at the hands of her father during her childhood and the difficulties she's faced in her personal life as a result. Despite growing up marked by the wounds of abuse, she eventually conquered her fear of love and intimacy. This book also recounts what caused the distance between her and her mother toward the end of Jenni's life. In Forgiveness, Chiquis brings to light truths that she wishes she had been able to reveal to Jenni. Two years after her mother's death, Chiquis answers the most difficult questions: Was she able to make peace with Jenni? And in this story of triumph and tragedy, who is most in need of forgiveness? Members Reviews: Audio I loved the book, the bio,the story it was beautiful! However I didn't like the audio, I feel Chiquis should have read it or someone who is Hispanic it would have given it genuine emotion! Great story, terrible narrator Terrible narrator. Would had appreciated a narrator who was bilingual to match the story line of the book. Chiquis is Mexican-American and is fluent in both languages so that's is why I was quite bothered hearing the narrator mispronouncing Spanish. Great book but AWFUL Narrator Chiquis gets very deep and you learn more about her and life with her mother. It's a good book, I definitely recommend it to everyone who is a Jenni Rivera fan or Chiquis fan. Loved It So Much!!! Thank You Chiquis For Sharing Such Personal Moments in your Life! Couldn't Stop Listening. Loved it So Much! The narrator ?? The book was ok! It has potential, but the narrator did not help. She made the author sound like a hipocrite! https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/pd/Bios-Memoirs/Fall-from-Grace-Audiobook/B071ZFRC4Q Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/312/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: Fall from Grace Subtitle: The Truth and Tragedy of "Shoeless Joe" Jackson Author: Tim Hornbaker Narrator: Malcolm Hillgartner Format: Unabridged Length: 10 hrs Language: English Release date: 05-23-17 Publisher: Brilliance Audio Ratings: 4.5 of 5 out of 10 votes Genres: Bios & Memoirs, Celebrities Publisher's Summary: Considered by Ty Cobb as the "finest natural hitter in the history of the game," "Shoeless Joe" Jackson is ranked with the greatest players to ever step onto a baseball diamond. With a career .356 batting average - which is still ranked third all-time - the man from Pickens County, South Carolina, was on his way to becoming one of the greatest players in the sport's history. That is until the "Black Sox" scandal of 1919, which shook baseball to its core. While many have sympathized with Jackson's ban from baseball (even though he hit .375 during the 1919 World Series), not much is truly known about this quiet slugger. Whether he participated in the throwing of the World Series or not, he is still considered one of the game's best, and many have fought for his induction into the National Baseball Hall of Fame. From the author of Turning the Black Sox White (on Charles Comiskey) and War on the Basepaths (on Ty Cobb), Shoeless Joe tells the story of the incredible life of Joseph Jefferson Jackson. From a mill boy to a baseball icon, author Tim Hornbaker breaks down the rise and fall of "Shoeless Joe," giving an inside look during baseball's Deadball Era, including Jackson's personal point of view of the "Black Sox" scandal, which has never been covered before. biacuaduc@gmail.com (Tim Hornbaker) Tue, 23 May 2017 10:22:54 GMT https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/pd/Bios-Memoirs/Fall-from-Grace-Audiobook/B071ZFRC4Q thebookvoice.com 00:10:00 no Listen to full audiobooks for free on thebookvoice.com Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/312/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: Fall from Grace Subtitle: The Truth and Tragedy of "Shoeless Joe" Jackson Author: Tim Hornbaker Narrator: Malcolm Hillgartner Format: Unabridged Length: 10 hrs Language: English Release date: 05-23-17 Publisher: Brilliance Audio Ratings: 4.5 of 5 out of 10 votes Genres: Bios & Memoirs, Celebrities Publisher's Summary: Considered by Ty Cobb as the "finest natural hitter in the history of the game," "Shoeless Joe" Jackson is ranked with the greatest players to ever step onto a baseball diamond. With a career .356 batting average - which is still ranked third all-time - the man from Pickens County, South Carolina, was on his way to becoming one of the greatest players in the sport's history. That is until the "Black Sox" scandal of 1919, which shook baseball to its core. While many have sympathized with Jackson's ban from baseball (even though he hit .375 during the 1919 World Series), not much is truly known about this quiet slugger. Whether he participated in the throwing of the World Series or not, he is still considered one of the game's best, and many have fought for his induction into the National Baseball Hall of Fame. From the author of Turning the Black Sox White (on Charles Comiskey) and War on the Basepaths (on Ty Cobb), Shoeless Joe tells the story of the incredible life of Joseph Jefferson Jackson. From a mill boy to a baseball icon, author Tim Hornbaker breaks down the rise and fall of "Shoeless Joe," giving an inside look during baseball's Deadball Era, including Jackson's personal point of view of the "Black Sox" scandal, which has never been covered before. Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/312/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: Fall from Grace Subtitle: The Truth and Tragedy of "Shoeless Joe" Jackson Author: Tim Hornbaker Narrator: Malcolm Hillgartner Format: Unabridged Length: 10 hrs Language: English Release date: 05-23-17 Publisher: Brilliance Audio Ratings: 4.5 of 5 out of 10 votes Genres: Bios & Memoirs, Celebrities Publisher's Summary: Considered by Ty Cobb as the "finest natural hitter in the history of the game," "Shoeless Joe" Jackson is ranked with the greatest players to ever step onto a baseball diamond. With a career .356 batting average - which is still ranked third all-time - the man from Pickens County, South Carolina, was on his way to becoming one of the greatest players in the sport's history. That is until the "Black Sox" scandal of 1919, which shook baseball to its core. While many have sympathized with Jackson's ban from baseball (even though he hit .375 during the 1919 World Series), not much is truly known about this quiet slugger. Whether he participated in the throwing of the World Series or not, he is still considered one of the game's best, and many have fought for his induction into the National Baseball Hall of Fame. From the author of Turning the Black Sox White (on Charles Comiskey) and War on the Basepaths (on Ty Cobb), Shoeless Joe tells the story of the incredible life of Joseph Jefferson Jackson. From a mill boy to a baseball icon, author Tim Hornbaker breaks down the rise and fall of "Shoeless Joe," giving an inside look during baseball's Deadball Era, including Jackson's personal point of view of the "Black Sox" scandal, which has never been covered before. Members Reviews: Five Stars Love it Another terrific biography from Tim Hornbaker DISCLAIMER: I was provided an advance copy of this book by the author in return for my review "Fall From Grace" is the latest from prolific author Tim Hornbaker. Following on the heels of his previous baseball biographies ("Turning the Black Sox White" and the outstanding Ty Cobb biography "War on the Basepaths"), "Fall From Grace" is Hornbaker's attempt to set the record straight on infamous superstar "Shoeless" Joe Jackson. And, much like the Cobb bio, Hornbaker overwhelmingly succeeds here. As Jackson often did during his career, Hornbaker gets off to a slow start with "Fall From Grace". The opening sentence of the book contains a painful typo, using "twentieth century" in place of "nineteenth century" when discussing the textile industry. Thankfully, that hiccup is a brief one and Hornbaker quickly settles into a thorough, detailed recounting of Jackson's early life and baseball career. The Joe Jackson of Hornbaker's telling is a reasonably intelligent, if illiterate, man with a tendency to be led astray by those around him. Jackson was prone to mental mistakes on the field and to listening to harebrained ideas (like a stage career) off of it. He was a well-liked, positive guy, quick with a smile but reluctant to be photographed. He was also a proud man who tries to hide his limited reading ability and hates the "Shoeless" nickname with a passion. Hornbaker, of course, recounts Jackson's playing days in great depth and with the detail we have come to expect from his books. From the excitement of Jackson's rookie year chasing after Ty Cobb for the batting title (ultimately falling short - .420 vs .408) to the pennant races of 1917 and 1919, it's all here. The pace is lively and one is never bogged down in irrelevant minutiae. https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/pd/Bios-Memoirs/There-Was-a-Little-Girl-Audiobook/B00P1NB3MA Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/312/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: There Was a Little Girl Subtitle: The Real Story of My Mother and Me Author: Brooke Shields Narrator: Brooke Shields Format: Unabridged Length: 12 hrs and 56 mins Language: English Release date: 11-18-14 Publisher: Penguin Audio Ratings: 4 of 5 out of 434 votes Genres: Bios & Memoirs, Celebrities Publisher's Summary: Actress and author of the New York Times best seller Down Came the Rain, Brooke Shields, explores her relationship with her unforgettable mother, Teri, in her new memoir. Brooke Shields never had what anyone would consider an ordinary life. She was raised by her Newark-tough single mom, Teri, a woman who loved the world of show business and was often a media sensation all by herself. Brooke's iconic modeling career began by chance when she was only 11 months old, and Teri's skills as both Brooke's mother and manager were formidable. But in private she was troubled and drinking heavily. As Brooke became an adult the pair made choices and sacrifices that would affect their relationship forever. And when Brooke's own daughters were born she found that her experience as a mother was shaped in every way by the woman who raised her. But despite the many ups and downs, Brooke was by Teri's side when she died in 2012, a loving daughter until the end. Only Brooke knows the truth of the remarkable, difficult, complicated woman who was her mother. And now, in an honest, open memoir about her life growing up, Brooke will reveal stories and feelings that are relatable to anyone who has been a mother or daughter. biacuaduc@gmail.com (Brooke Shields) Tue, 18 Nov 2014 19:02:19 GMT https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/pd/Bios-Memoirs/There-Was-a-Little-Girl-Audiobook/B00P1NB3MA thebookvoice.com 12:56:00 no Listen to full audiobooks for free on thebookvoice.com Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/312/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: There Was a Little Girl Subtitle: The Real Story of My Mother and Me Author: Brooke Shields Narrator: Brooke Shields Format: Unabridged Length: 12 hrs and 56 mins Language: English Release date: 11-18-14 Publisher: Penguin Audio Ratings: 4 of 5 out of 434 votes Genres: Bios & Memoirs, Celebrities Publisher's Summary: Actress and author of the New York Times best seller Down Came the Rain, Brooke Shields, explores her relationship with her unforgettable mother, Teri, in her new memoir. Brooke Shields never had what anyone would consider an ordinary life. She was raised by her Newark-tough single mom, Teri, a woman who loved the world of show business and was often a media sensation all by herself. Brooke's iconic modeling career began by chance when she was only 11 months old, and Teri's skills as both Brooke's mother and manager were formidable. But in private she was troubled and drinking heavily. As Brooke became an adult the pair made choices and sacrifices that would affect their relationship forever. And when Brooke's own daughters were born she found that her experience as a mother was shaped in every way by the woman who raised her. But despite the many ups and downs, Brooke was by Teri's side when she died in 2012, a loving daughter until the end. Only Brooke knows the truth of the remarkable, difficult, complicated woman who was her mother. And now, in an honest, open memoir about her life growing up, Brooke will reveal stories and feelings that are relatable to anyone who has been a mother or daughter. Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/312/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: There Was a Little Girl Subtitle: The Real Story of My Mother and Me Author: Brooke Shields Narrator: Brooke Shields Format: Unabridged Length: 12 hrs and 56 mins Language: English Release date: 11-18-14 Publisher: Penguin Audio Ratings: 4 of 5 out of 434 votes Genres: Bios & Memoirs, Celebrities Publisher's Summary: Actress and author of the New York Times best seller Down Came the Rain, Brooke Shields, explores her relationship with her unforgettable mother, Teri, in her new memoir. Brooke Shields never had what anyone would consider an ordinary life. She was raised by her Newark-tough single mom, Teri, a woman who loved the world of show business and was often a media sensation all by herself. Brooke's iconic modeling career began by chance when she was only 11 months old, and Teri's skills as both Brooke's mother and manager were formidable. But in private she was troubled and drinking heavily. As Brooke became an adult the pair made choices and sacrifices that would affect their relationship forever. And when Brooke's own daughters were born she found that her experience as a mother was shaped in every way by the woman who raised her. But despite the many ups and downs, Brooke was by Teri's side when she died in 2012, a loving daughter until the end. Only Brooke knows the truth of the remarkable, difficult, complicated woman who was her mother. And now, in an honest, open memoir about her life growing up, Brooke will reveal stories and feelings that are relatable to anyone who has been a mother or daughter. Members Reviews: Interesting, but sounds a little entitled at times I had heard years ago that Brooke Sheilds had fired her mother as her manager and that her mom was the typical show biz mother... It was interesting to read Brooke's side of it and how she saw her mother.. They had a loving, yet very difficult relationship, mostly because of her mom's drinking.. I can relate to many of the conflicts she faced, as my mom is also very difficult.. Brooke's mother eventually developed dementia.. I can also relate to that, as both of my parents have different forms of the disease.. My heart broke for her in many parts of the book. It's well written and very well performed.. She sounds like your typical bossy only/oldest child at times, and I'm sure her mom probably very much resented a child telling her what to do.. and there's a little air of entitlement here and there that kind of turned me off... For that I took off one star, but overall, interesting story. Poignant story of a very complex relationship Would you recommend this audiobook to a friend? If so, why? Yes! This relationship was so different than that portrayed by the media. Funny at times, quite sad at others, really worth a read if you are interested in mother-daughter relationships, Brooke Shields, or the impact of alcoholism. What other book might you compare There Was a Little Girl to and why? Glass Castle What about Brooke Shieldss performance did you like? I enjoyed listening to her tell her own story. Wow - a heart touching listen! What does Brooke Shields bring to the story that you wouldnt experience if you just read the book? I definitely appreciate hearing Brooke's voice read this. I know I heard her voice crack with emotion during the intro, at a part where I teared up myself instantly as she shared a raw emotion I could relate to. Was this a book you wanted to listen to all in one sitting? Absolutely! Any additional comments? Regardless of Brooke's celebrity or fame, I felt like a friend was sharing her experience of losing her mom with me, like you would over coffee. https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/pd/Bios-Memoirs/Master-of-Ceremonies-Audiobook/B019PIPBM4 Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/312/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: Master of Ceremonies Subtitle: A Memoir Author: Joel Grey Narrator: Joel Grey Format: Unabridged Length: 9 hrs and 19 mins Language: English Release date: 02-16-16 Publisher: Macmillan Audio Ratings: 4.5 of 5 out of 88 votes Genres: Bios & Memoirs, Celebrities Publisher's Summary: Joel Grey, the Tony and Academy Award-winning Master of Ceremonies in Cabaret, finally tells his remarkable life story. Born Joel David Katz to a wild and wooly Jewish American family in Cleveland, Ohio, in 1932, Joel began his life in the theater at the age of nine, starting in children's theater and then moving to the main stage. He was hooked, and his seven-decades-long career charts the evolution of American entertainment - from Vaudeville performances with his father, Mickey Katz, to the seedy, gangster-filled nightclubs of the '40s, the bright lights of Broadway and dizzying glamour of Hollywood, and juggernaut musicals like Cabaret, Chicago, and Wicked. Master of Ceremonies is a memoir of a life lived in and out of the limelight, but it is also the story of the man behind the stage makeup. Coming of age in a time when being yourself tended to be not only difficult but also dangerous, Joel had to act both on and off the stage. He spent his high school years sleeping with the girls next door while carrying on a scandalous affair with an older man. Romances with to-die-for Vegas showgirls were balanced with late-night liaisons with like-minded guys until finally Joel fell in love and married a talented and beautiful woman, started a family, and had a pretty much picture-perfect life. But 24 years later, when the marriage dissolved, Joel had to once again find his place in a world that had radically changed. Drawing back the curtain on a career filled with showstopping numbers, larger-than-life stars, and even singing in the shower with Bjork, Master of Ceremonies is also a portrait of an artist coming to terms with his evolving identity. When an actor plays a character, he has to find out what makes him who he is - his needs, dreams, and fears. It's a difficult thing to do, but sometimes the hardest role in an actor's life is that of himself. Deftly capturing the joy of performing as well as the pain and secrets of an era we have only just started to leave behind, Joel's story is one of love, loss, hard-won honesty, redemption, and success. Critic Reviews: "This is an insightful, delightful adult listening experience about someone you may think you know. Surprises abound." ( AudioFile) biacuaduc@gmail.com (Joel Grey) Tue, 16 Feb 2016 13:21:21 GMT https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/pd/Bios-Memoirs/Master-of-Ceremonies-Audiobook/B019PIPBM4 thebookvoice.com 09:19:00 no Listen to full audiobooks for free on thebookvoice.com Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/312/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: Master of Ceremonies Subtitle: A Memoir Author: Joel Grey Narrator: Joel Grey Format: Unabridged Length: 9 hrs and 19 mins Language: English Release date: 02-16-16 Publisher: Macmillan Audio Ratings: 4.5 of 5 out of 88 votes Genres: Bios & Memoirs, Celebrities Publisher's Summary: Joel Grey, the Tony and Academy Award-winning Master of Ceremonies in Cabaret, finally tells his remarkable life story. Born Joel David Katz to a wild and wooly Jewish American family in Cleveland, Ohio, in 1932, Joel began his life in the theater at the age of nine, starting in children's theater and then moving to the main stage. He was hooked, and his seven-decades-long career charts the evolution of American entertainment - from Vaudeville performances with his father, Mickey Katz, to the seedy, gangster-filled nightclubs of the '40s, the bright lights of Broadway and dizzying glamour of Hollywood, and juggernaut musicals like Cabaret, Chicago, and Wicked. Master of Ceremonies is a memoir of a life lived in and out of the limelight, but it is also the story of the man behind the stage makeup. Coming of age in a time when being yourself tended to be not only difficult but also dangerous, Joel had to act both on and off the stage. He spent his high school years sleeping with the girls next door while carrying on a scandalous affair with an older man. Romances with to-die-for Vegas showgirls were balanced with late-night liaisons with like-minded guys until finally Joel fell in love and married a talented and beautiful woman, started a family, and had a pretty much picture-perfect life. But 24 years later, when the marriage dissolved, Joel had to once again find his place in a world that had radically changed. Drawing back the curtain on a career filled with showstopping numbers, larger-than-life stars, and even singing in the shower with Bjork, Master of Ceremonies is also a portrait of an artist coming to terms with his evolving identity. When an actor plays a character, he has to find out what makes him who he is - his needs, dreams, and fears. It's a difficult thing to do, but sometimes the hardest role in an actor's life is that of himself. Deftly capturing the joy of performing as well as the pain and secrets of an era we have only just started to leave behind, Joel's story is one of love, loss, hard-won honesty, redemption, and success. Critic Reviews: "This is an insightful, delightful adult listening experience about someone you may think you know. Surprises abound." ( AudioFile) Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/312/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: Master of Ceremonies Subtitle: A Memoir Author: Joel Grey Narrator: Joel Grey Format: Unabridged Length: 9 hrs and 19 mins Language: English Release date: 02-16-16 Publisher: Macmillan Audio Ratings: 4.5 of 5 out of 88 votes Genres: Bios & Memoirs, Celebrities Publisher's Summary: Joel Grey, the Tony and Academy Award-winning Master of Ceremonies in Cabaret, finally tells his remarkable life story. Born Joel David Katz to a wild and wooly Jewish American family in Cleveland, Ohio, in 1932, Joel began his life in the theater at the age of nine, starting in children's theater and then moving to the main stage. He was hooked, and his seven-decades-long career charts the evolution of American entertainment - from Vaudeville performances with his father, Mickey Katz, to the seedy, gangster-filled nightclubs of the '40s, the bright lights of Broadway and dizzying glamour of Hollywood, and juggernaut musicals like Cabaret, Chicago, and Wicked. Master of Ceremonies is a memoir of a life lived in and out of the limelight, but it is also the story of the man behind the stage makeup. Coming of age in a time when being yourself tended to be not only difficult but also dangerous, Joel had to act both on and off the stage. He spent his high school years sleeping with the girls next door while carrying on a scandalous affair with an older man. Romances with to-die-for Vegas showgirls were balanced with late-night liaisons with like-minded guys until finally Joel fell in love and married a talented and beautiful woman, started a family, and had a pretty much picture-perfect life. But 24 years later, when the marriage dissolved, Joel had to once again find his place in a world that had radically changed. Drawing back the curtain on a career filled with showstopping numbers, larger-than-life stars, and even singing in the shower with Bjork, Master of Ceremonies is also a portrait of an artist coming to terms with his evolving identity. When an actor plays a character, he has to find out what makes him who he is - his needs, dreams, and fears. It's a difficult thing to do, but sometimes the hardest role in an actor's life is that of himself. Deftly capturing the joy of performing as well as the pain and secrets of an era we have only just started to leave behind, Joel's story is one of love, loss, hard-won honesty, redemption, and success. Critic Reviews: "This is an insightful, delightful adult listening experience about someone you may think you know. Surprises abound." ( AudioFile) Members Reviews: Quite the Master Outstanding. Bravo Mr. Grey. If I'd had a nickel for every tear I choked back... Love love loved it I could identify with much he wrote about growing up Jewish. Plan to listen again One for his fans only A moving personal memoir. Mr Grey focused my on his struggles with his sexuality than on his show business life. This is of course his prerogative after all it is his story and he must tell his truth. I would like to have learned more about his professional life and less about his personal sexual issues but that's my problem not his. I applaud his candor his courage and his talent. fantastic!!!!!! I've always loved Joel Grey, but his life is really amazing. this book made me laugh, cry and literally gasp out loud a few times. An amazing look at learning to love yourself, know who you are and know your own worth. He is a strong man to share all of this with us. A great read! Mr Grey imparts wisdom from years of introspection Excellent presentation of significant decisions from author's arduous journey to serenity; intending to hasten reader's. https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/pd/Bios-Memoirs/Hedy-Lamarr-Audiobook/B01I1U8O62 Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/312/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: Hedy Lamarr Subtitle: The Most Beautiful Woman in Film Author: Ruth Barton Ph.D. Narrator: Anne Valliere Format: Unabridged Length: 9 hrs and 12 mins Language: English Release date: 07-07-16 Publisher: University Press Audiobooks Ratings: 3 of 5 out of 1 votes Genres: Bios & Memoirs, Celebrities Publisher's Summary: Hedy Lamarr's life was punctuated by salacious rumors and public scandal, but it was her stunning looks and classic Hollywood glamour that continuously captivated audiences. Born Hedwig Kiesler, she escaped an unhappy marriage with arms dealer Fritz Mandl in Austria to try her luck in Hollywood, where her striking appearance made her a screen legend. Her notorious nude role in the erotic Czech film Ecstasy (1933), as well as her work with Cecil B. DeMille (Samson and Delilah, 1949), Walter Wanger (Algiers, 1938), and studio executive Louis B. Mayer catapulted her alluring and provocative reputation as a high-profile sex symbol. Ruth Barton explores the many facets of the screen legend, including her life as an inventor. Working with avant-garde composer and film scorer George Antheil, Lamarr helped to develop and patent spread spectrum technology, which is still used in mobile phone communication. However, despite her screen persona and scientific success, Lamarr's personal life caused quite a scandal. A string of failed marriages, a lawsuit against her publisher regarding her sensational autobiography, and shoplifting charges made her infamous beyond her celebrity. Barton recognizes Lamarr's contributions to both film and technology while revealing the controversial and conflicted woman underneath. The book is published by The University Press of Kentucky. biacuaduc@gmail.com (Ruth Barton Ph.D.) Thu, 07 Jul 2016 14:16:19 GMT https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/pd/Bios-Memoirs/Hedy-Lamarr-Audiobook/B01I1U8O62 thebookvoice.com 09:12:00 no Listen to full audiobooks for free on thebookvoice.com Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/312/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: Hedy Lamarr Subtitle: The Most Beautiful Woman in Film Author: Ruth Barton Ph.D. Narrator: Anne Valliere Format: Unabridged Length: 9 hrs and 12 mins Language: English Release date: 07-07-16 Publisher: University Press Audiobooks Ratings: 3 of 5 out of 1 votes Genres: Bios & Memoirs, Celebrities Publisher's Summary: Hedy Lamarr's life was punctuated by salacious rumors and public scandal, but it was her stunning looks and classic Hollywood glamour that continuously captivated audiences. Born Hedwig Kiesler, she escaped an unhappy marriage with arms dealer Fritz Mandl in Austria to try her luck in Hollywood, where her striking appearance made her a screen legend. Her notorious nude role in the erotic Czech film Ecstasy (1933), as well as her work with Cecil B. DeMille (Samson and Delilah, 1949), Walter Wanger (Algiers, 1938), and studio executive Louis B. Mayer catapulted her alluring and provocative reputation as a high-profile sex symbol. Ruth Barton explores the many facets of the screen legend, including her life as an inventor. Working with avant-garde composer and film scorer George Antheil, Lamarr helped to develop and patent spread spectrum technology, which is still used in mobile phone communication. However, despite her screen persona and scientific success, Lamarr's personal life caused quite a scandal. A string of failed marriages, a lawsuit against her publisher regarding her sensational autobiography, and shoplifting charges made her infamous beyond her celebrity. Barton recognizes Lamarr's contributions to both film and technology while revealing the controversial and conflicted woman underneath. The book is published by The University Press of Kentucky. Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/312/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: Hedy Lamarr Subtitle: The Most Beautiful Woman in Film Author: Ruth Barton Ph.D. Narrator: Anne Valliere Format: Unabridged Length: 9 hrs and 12 mins Language: English Release date: 07-07-16 Publisher: University Press Audiobooks Ratings: 3 of 5 out of 1 votes Genres: Bios & Memoirs, Celebrities Publisher's Summary: Hedy Lamarr's life was punctuated by salacious rumors and public scandal, but it was her stunning looks and classic Hollywood glamour that continuously captivated audiences. Born Hedwig Kiesler, she escaped an unhappy marriage with arms dealer Fritz Mandl in Austria to try her luck in Hollywood, where her striking appearance made her a screen legend. Her notorious nude role in the erotic Czech film Ecstasy (1933), as well as her work with Cecil B. DeMille (Samson and Delilah, 1949), Walter Wanger (Algiers, 1938), and studio executive Louis B. Mayer catapulted her alluring and provocative reputation as a high-profile sex symbol. Ruth Barton explores the many facets of the screen legend, including her life as an inventor. Working with avant-garde composer and film scorer George Antheil, Lamarr helped to develop and patent spread spectrum technology, which is still used in mobile phone communication. However, despite her screen persona and scientific success, Lamarr's personal life caused quite a scandal. A string of failed marriages, a lawsuit against her publisher regarding her sensational autobiography, and shoplifting charges made her infamous beyond her celebrity. Barton recognizes Lamarr's contributions to both film and technology while revealing the controversial and conflicted woman underneath. The book is published by The University Press of Kentucky. Members Reviews: Five Stars Very interesting. Five Stars Incredible book!! Excellent! If you are a Hedy Lamarr fan or are just interested in reading about one of the most unique stars of Hollywood's "Golden Era" you will love this book. Hedy Lamarr was one of those people who saw it all and lived it all. She lived a life unlike 99.99999999% of people. Her story is fascinating and glorious and sad... few could have survived the ups and downs she did and still come out a world treasure as she is. She was absolutely beautiful...the world's most...yet brilliant...ultimately given credit and recognition for a scientific invention that has effected every one of our lives. Read all about it. Four Stars fine Good book badly transferred Ruth Barton's biography of screen legend Hedy Lamarr is quite well-written and insightful. But the Kindle version, at least as it appears on my iPad, is a mess. Nearly every screen has typos that garble the text and make a mishmash of Ms. Barton's prose. Italicization appears utterly random and names are routinely manhandled. This is the first title I've read in Kindle format that makes me wish I'd bought the paper version instead. https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/pd/Bios-Memoirs/Life-Itself-Audiobook/B005JF0HMC Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/312/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: Life Itself Subtitle: A Memoir Author: Roger Ebert Narrator: Edward Herrmann Format: Unabridged Length: 14 hrs and 16 mins Language: English Release date: 09-13-11 Publisher: Hachette Audio Ratings: 4 of 5 out of 474 votes Genres: Bios & Memoirs, Celebrities Publisher's Summary: "I believe that if, at the end, according to our abilities, we have done something to make others a little happier, and something to make ourselves a little happier, that is about the best we can do. To make others less happy is a crime. To make ourselves unhappy is where all crime starts. We must try to contribute joy to the world. That is true no matter what our problems, our health, our circumstances. We must try. I didn't always know this, and am happy I lived long enough to find it out." from Life Itself Roger Ebert is the best-known film critic of our time. He has been reviewing films for the Chicago Sun-Times since 1967, and was the first film critic ever to win a Pulitzer Prize. He has appeared on television for four decades, including 23 years as cohost of Siskel & Ebert at the Movies. In 2006, complications from thyroid cancer treatment resulted in the loss of his ability to eat, drink, or speak. But with the loss of his voice, Ebert has only become a more prolific and influential writer. And now, for the first time, he tells the full, dramatic story of his life and career. Roger Ebert's journalism carried him on a path far from his nearly idyllic childhood in Urbana, Illinois. It is a journey that began as a reporter for his local daily, and took him to Chicago, where he was unexpectedly given the job of film critic for the Sun-Times, launching a lifetime's adventures. In this candid, personal history, Ebert chronicles it all: his loves, losses, and obsessions; his struggle and recovery from alcoholism; his marriage; his politics; and his spiritual beliefs. He writes about his years at the Sun-Times, his colorful newspaper friends, and his life-changing collaboration with Gene Siskel. He remembers his friendships with Studs Terkel, Mike Royko, Oprah Winfrey, and Russ Meyer (for whom he wrote Beyond the Valley of the Dolls and an ill-fated Sex Pistols movie). He shares his insights into movie stars and directors like John Wayne, Werner Herzog, and Martin Scorsese. This is a story that only Roger Ebert could tell. Filled with the same deep insight, dry wit, and sharp observations that his readers have long cherished, this is more than a memoir-it is a singular, warm-hearted, inspiring look at life itself. biacuaduc@gmail.com (Roger Ebert) Tue, 13 Sep 2011 05:60:46 GMT https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/pd/Bios-Memoirs/Life-Itself-Audiobook/B005JF0HMC thebookvoice.com 14:16:00 no Listen to full audiobooks for free on thebookvoice.com Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/312/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: Life Itself Subtitle: A Memoir Author: Roger Ebert Narrator: Edward Herrmann Format: Unabridged Length: 14 hrs and 16 mins Language: English Release date: 09-13-11 Publisher: Hachette Audio Ratings: 4 of 5 out of 474 votes Genres: Bios & Memoirs, Celebrities Publisher's Summary: "I believe that if, at the end, according to our abilities, we have done something to make others a little happier, and something to make ourselves a little happier, that is about the best we can do. To make others less happy is a crime. To make ourselves unhappy is where all crime starts. We must try to contribute joy to the world. That is true no matter what our problems, our health, our circumstances. We must try. I didn't always know this, and am happy I lived long enough to find it out." from Life Itself Roger Ebert is the best-known film critic of our time. He has been reviewing films for the Chicago Sun-Times since 1967, and was the first film critic ever to win a Pulitzer Prize. He has appeared on television for four decades, including 23 years as cohost of Siskel & Ebert at the Movies. In 2006, complications from thyroid cancer treatment resulted in the loss of his ability to eat, drink, or speak. But with the loss of his voice, Ebert has only become a more prolific and influential writer. And now, for the first time, he tells the full, dramatic story of his life and career. Roger Ebert's journalism carried him on a path far from his nearly idyllic childhood in Urbana, Illinois. It is a journey that began as a reporter for his local daily, and took him to Chicago, where he was unexpectedly given the job of film critic for the Sun-Times, launching a lifetime's adventures. In this candid, personal history, Ebert chronicles it all: his loves, losses, and obsessions; his struggle and recovery from alcoholism; his marriage; his politics; and his spiritual beliefs. He writes about his years at the Sun-Times, his colorful newspaper friends, and his life-changing collaboration with Gene Siskel. He remembers his friendships with Studs Terkel, Mike Royko, Oprah Winfrey, and Russ Meyer (for whom he wrote Beyond the Valley of the Dolls and an ill-fated Sex Pistols movie). He shares his insights into movie stars and directors like John Wayne, Werner Herzog, and Martin Scorsese. This is a story that only Roger Ebert could tell. Filled with the same deep insight, dry wit, and sharp observations that his readers have long cherished, this is more than a memoir-it is a singular, warm-hearted, inspiring look at life itself. Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/312/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: Life Itself Subtitle: A Memoir Author: Roger Ebert Narrator: Edward Herrmann Format: Unabridged Length: 14 hrs and 16 mins Language: English Release date: 09-13-11 Publisher: Hachette Audio Ratings: 4 of 5 out of 474 votes Genres: Bios & Memoirs, Celebrities Publisher's Summary: "I believe that if, at the end, according to our abilities, we have done something to make others a little happier, and something to make ourselves a little happier, that is about the best we can do. To make others less happy is a crime. To make ourselves unhappy is where all crime starts. We must try to contribute joy to the world. That is true no matter what our problems, our health, our circumstances. We must try. I didn't always know this, and am happy I lived long enough to find it out." from Life Itself Roger Ebert is the best-known film critic of our time. He has been reviewing films for the Chicago Sun-Times since 1967, and was the first film critic ever to win a Pulitzer Prize. He has appeared on television for four decades, including 23 years as cohost of Siskel & Ebert at the Movies. In 2006, complications from thyroid cancer treatment resulted in the loss of his ability to eat, drink, or speak. But with the loss of his voice, Ebert has only become a more prolific and influential writer. And now, for the first time, he tells the full, dramatic story of his life and career. Roger Ebert's journalism carried him on a path far from his nearly idyllic childhood in Urbana, Illinois. It is a journey that began as a reporter for his local daily, and took him to Chicago, where he was unexpectedly given the job of film critic for the Sun-Times, launching a lifetime's adventures. In this candid, personal history, Ebert chronicles it all: his loves, losses, and obsessions; his struggle and recovery from alcoholism; his marriage; his politics; and his spiritual beliefs. He writes about his years at the Sun-Times, his colorful newspaper friends, and his life-changing collaboration with Gene Siskel. He remembers his friendships with Studs Terkel, Mike Royko, Oprah Winfrey, and Russ Meyer (for whom he wrote Beyond the Valley of the Dolls and an ill-fated Sex Pistols movie). He shares his insights into movie stars and directors like John Wayne, Werner Herzog, and Martin Scorsese. This is a story that only Roger Ebert could tell. Filled with the same deep insight, dry wit, and sharp observations that his readers have long cherished, this is more than a memoir-it is a singular, warm-hearted, inspiring look at life itself. Members Reviews: Roger Ebert Life Itself What did you love best about Life Itself? Roger Ebert is such a well thought out and impassioned writer, and this book allows his writing to come through in a more personal manner. I found his life story to be an unlikely one, and I finished the book feeling like he was an old friend. I am also from Chicago, so it was fascinating for me to hear personal accounts about Chicago favorites like Studs Terkel and neighborhood places back in the day, as I listened to the audio book and ran through the city streets. Some chapters really stick out - like the one dedicated to Gene Siskel and, of course, the one about the love of Ebert's life, his wife Chaz. There were definitely moments that brought me to tears, and others that made me laugh out loud. Also the performance by Edward Herrmann is spot on. Sometimes, lost in the story, I actually forgot it wasn't Ebert narrating. I highly recommend this book! Absorbing memoir, wonderful narration Roger Ebert has astonishing recall, memorably evoking his childhood, his career, the people he has met, his alcoholism, his marriage to the spectacular Chaz, and his current doings. https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/pd/Bios-Memoirs/The-50th-Law-Audiobook/B0036G95I8 Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/312/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: The 50th Law Author: Robert Greene, 50 Cent Narrator: Robert Greene Format: Unabridged Length: 8 hrs and 21 mins Language: English Release date: 10-22-09 Publisher: Audible Studios Ratings: 4.5 of 5 out of 60 votes Genres: Bios & Memoirs, Celebrities Publisher's Summary: Containing intimate stories from 50 Cent's life on the streets and in the boardroom; his rise to worldwide fame and acclaim after the release of his album Get Rich or Die Tryin'; and examples of others who have overcome adversity through understanding and practicing the 50th Law. This deeply inspirational book is perfect for entrepreneurs as well as anyone interested in the extraordinary life of Curtis Jackson. biacuaduc@gmail.com (Robert Greene) Thu, 22 Oct 2009 09:00:53 GMT https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/pd/Bios-Memoirs/The-50th-Law-Audiobook/B0036G95I8 thebookvoice.com 08:21:00 no Listen to full audiobooks for free on thebookvoice.com Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/312/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: The 50th Law Author: Robert Greene, 50 Cent Narrator: Robert Greene Format: Unabridged Length: 8 hrs and 21 mins Language: English Release date: 10-22-09 Publisher: Audible Studios Ratings: 4.5 of 5 out of 60 votes Genres: Bios & Memoirs, Celebrities Publisher's Summary: Containing intimate stories from 50 Cent's life on the streets and in the boardroom; his rise to worldwide fame and acclaim after the release of his album Get Rich or Die Tryin'; and examples of others who have overcome adversity through understanding and practicing the 50th Law. This deeply inspirational book is perfect for entrepreneurs as well as anyone interested in the extraordinary life of Curtis Jackson. Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/312/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: The 50th Law Author: Robert Greene, 50 Cent Narrator: Robert Greene Format: Unabridged Length: 8 hrs and 21 mins Language: English Release date: 10-22-09 Publisher: Audible Studios Ratings: 4.5 of 5 out of 60 votes Genres: Bios & Memoirs, Celebrities Publisher's Summary: Containing intimate stories from 50 Cent's life on the streets and in the boardroom; his rise to worldwide fame and acclaim after the release of his album Get Rich or Die Tryin'; and examples of others who have overcome adversity through understanding and practicing the 50th Law. This deeply inspirational book is perfect for entrepreneurs as well as anyone interested in the extraordinary life of Curtis Jackson. Members Reviews: The Fearlessness Approach Any additional comments? Having been through twice I have found this to be one of my favourites. This book can be picked up at any point and flows from then on. So does not need to be followed intently. Which was nice as I was listening to it while working on something else. The narration is monotonous but works very well for this type of book. The whole concept of fearlessness is not wholly focused on 50 (his whole story is compelling aswell) but looks into many great historical figures and their use of it. From fear of taking what you want, to fearing death, it is all in there. The 50th Law was a hit with me because I could relate to the fearlessness approach. If you do too, then this will help you to push it even further. Also, if you are a fearful type this read may help you to break away that little bit more. Either way, just experiment with it for fun. Excellent book Wow, this was an amazing book! It gave me many insights as to how one can step up to challenges faced in the worst situations and make it a way of life. I definitely need to keep rereading it so that all the points can sink into my brain . Sensational. . Totally not what I expected. An enjoyable, incitefull and interesting read. I would definitely recommend it. Very good Very good audio book. Greene's voice is at first annoying, but you get used to it the anecdotes, story's and philosophical references really inspire. I wish there were more audio books like this Fascinating stuff Okay, I am wondering if maybe I'm being a bit of a sucker here - there are some valid arguments for slating this book - taking itself a bit too seriously, lacking humour, dubious connections to and input from 50 Cent - but nevertheless I found this fascinating. The ideas are so true - people tend to respect those who have no fear and can face people down; it is vital to be able to walk away from any deal you are not happy with; 50 Cent probably really did learn a lot of the "laws of power" on the street, and these are explained well here. The fault is in the slightly jumbled-up-ness of the book - Robert Greene's The 48 Laws of Power is slightly more focused - but given that I have played this through a few times, it rates as one of my favourites. https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/pd/Bios-Memoirs/One-of-a-Kind-Audiobook/B002UZJI24 Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/312/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: One of a Kind Subtitle: The Story of Stuey 'The Kid' Ungar, the World's Greatest Poker Player Author: Nolan Dalla, Peter Alson Narrator: Joe Barrett Format: Unabridged Length: 9 hrs and 57 mins Language: English Release date: 10-23-08 Publisher: Blackstone Audio, Inc. Ratings: 4.5 of 5 out of 225 votes Genres: Bios & Memoirs, Celebrities Publisher's Summary: Nolan Dalla was commissioned by Ungar in 1998 to pen his story, resulting in hundreds of hours of taped interviews and conversations. The result is the startling tale of a man who won at his game and lost control of his life. Notorious for gambling every single dollar in his pocket, Ungar won an estimated $30 million in his lifetime, but when he was found dead in a Las Vegas motel at the age of 45, he had only $800 in cash on his person, with no bank account or home address. Critic Reviews: "[A] heartfelt, respectful and accepting biography." (Publishers Weekly) "A fascinating, cautionary tale." (Chicago Tribune) "A standout among this year's bumper crop of poker books." (New York magazine) biacuaduc@gmail.com (Nolan Dalla) Thu, 23 Oct 2008 22:47:54 GMT https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/pd/Bios-Memoirs/One-of-a-Kind-Audiobook/B002UZJI24 thebookvoice.com 09:57:00 no Listen to full audiobooks for free on thebookvoice.com Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/312/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: One of a Kind Subtitle: The Story of Stuey 'The Kid' Ungar, the World's Greatest Poker Player Author: Nolan Dalla, Peter Alson Narrator: Joe Barrett Format: Unabridged Length: 9 hrs and 57 mins Language: English Release date: 10-23-08 Publisher: Blackstone Audio, Inc. Ratings: 4.5 of 5 out of 225 votes Genres: Bios & Memoirs, Celebrities Publisher's Summary: Nolan Dalla was commissioned by Ungar in 1998 to pen his story, resulting in hundreds of hours of taped interviews and conversations. The result is the startling tale of a man who won at his game and lost control of his life. Notorious for gambling every single dollar in his pocket, Ungar won an estimated $30 million in his lifetime, but when he was found dead in a Las Vegas motel at the age of 45, he had only $800 in cash on his person, with no bank account or home address. Critic Reviews: "[A] heartfelt, respectful and accepting biography." (Publishers Weekly) "A fascinating, cautionary tale." (Chicago Tribune) "A standout among this year's bumper crop of poker books." (New York magazine) Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/312/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: One of a Kind Subtitle: The Story of Stuey 'The Kid' Ungar, the World's Greatest Poker Player Author: Nolan Dalla, Peter Alson Narrator: Joe Barrett Format: Unabridged Length: 9 hrs and 57 mins Language: English Release date: 10-23-08 Publisher: Blackstone Audio, Inc. Ratings: 4.5 of 5 out of 225 votes Genres: Bios & Memoirs, Celebrities Publisher's Summary: Nolan Dalla was commissioned by Ungar in 1998 to pen his story, resulting in hundreds of hours of taped interviews and conversations. The result is the startling tale of a man who won at his game and lost control of his life. Notorious for gambling every single dollar in his pocket, Ungar won an estimated $30 million in his lifetime, but when he was found dead in a Las Vegas motel at the age of 45, he had only $800 in cash on his person, with no bank account or home address. Critic Reviews: "[A] heartfelt, respectful and accepting biography." (Publishers Weekly) "A fascinating, cautionary tale." (Chicago Tribune) "A standout among this year's bumper crop of poker books." (New York magazine) Members Reviews: Truly One Of A Kind... Being interested in poker and its history prompted me to check this out and I was not dissapointed. It's an entertaining if tragic story of a man who for all his natural abilities could not conquer himself. I think the appeal of this book lies in its focusing on a person who came to exist so utterly on his own terms outside the borders of "normal" society that there is an attractive element of escapism to the narrative. Much of the credit for my complete immersion must go to the narrator. His individual voice characterizations, some more dramatized than others, gave the story life and his general tone of voice suited this type of story to a T. Great job. If you have an interest in poker or the gambling world in general, then this book is certainly for you. If you don't, you won't find a more fascinating entry point. Highly recommended. Great story of a legend - Depressing - Facinating Would you consider the audio edition of One of a Kind to be better than the print version? I haven't read the print version so I can not compare the 2. What other book might you compare One of a Kind to and why? I can't think of any right off hand,. Maybe the store of Howard Hughes What aspect of Joe Barretts performance would you have changed? Nothing If you were to make a film of this book, what would the tag line be? The best card player who ever lived and how little we know about who he was. Any additional comments? Would have liked to see some specific details into some big hands played so that they could be dissected and discussed. emotionally devastating and well read The Stu Ungar story is engaging and compelling from the get-go. I will look for other books read by Joe Barrett - he did an amazing job. Surprisingly the callous, cliched-heart of Vegas is shattered when you hear of players and friends who tried to help Stu Ungar. Over and over it's a desperate emotional roller coaster - the life of a gifted man who went through one bad beat after another. In substance and tragedy It's Goodfellas meets Casino, meets Raging Bull. Fascinating look behind the curtain Any additional comments? This was a peek behind the curtain of professional poker. I don't play but I liked watching the TV coverage of the big tournaments, till the punks took over with their posturing and antics. So I knew some of the big names and even had some favorites. I liked learning a little bit about the personalities and characters of some of the players I had followed, particularly Doyle Brunson. https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/pd/Bios-Memoirs/When-Pride-Still-Mattered-Audiobook/B004Z6JKT2 Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/312/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: When Pride Still Mattered Author: David Maraniss Narrator: Richard M. Davidson Format: Unabridged Length: 28 hrs and 11 mins Language: English Release date: 05-04-11 Publisher: Simon & Schuster Audio Ratings: 4.5 of 5 out of 116 votes Genres: Bios & Memoirs, Celebrities Publisher's Summary: More than any other sports figure, Vince Lombardi transformed football into a metaphor for the American experience. The nine seasons during which he led the Green Bay Packers to five world championships is the most storied period in NFL history. Lombardi became a legend, a symbol to many of leadership, discipline, perseverance, and teamwork, and to others of an obsession with winning. Maraniss captures the myth and the man, football, God, and country in a thrilling biography that has become an American classic. This year, on the fortieth anniversary of Vince Lombardis death, the immortal coach strides onto the Broadway stage in a new American play, Lombardi, based on Maranisss critically acclaimed book, written by Academy Award winner Eric Simonson. Critic Reviews: "An astonishingly good book....A triumph, a classic American biography." (Robert W. Creamer The Washington Post Book World) "Forges a near-perfect synthesis of fine writing and fascinating material. May be the best sports biography ever published." (Ron Fimrite, Sports Illustrated) "A superb book, one of the best on football that we have." (Michael Oriard, The Philadelphia Inquirer) biacuaduc@gmail.com (David Maraniss) Wed, 04 May 2011 06:46:18 GMT https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/pd/Bios-Memoirs/When-Pride-Still-Mattered-Audiobook/B004Z6JKT2 thebookvoice.com 28:11:00 no Listen to full audiobooks for free on thebookvoice.com Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/312/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: When Pride Still Mattered Author: David Maraniss Narrator: Richard M. Davidson Format: Unabridged Length: 28 hrs and 11 mins Language: English Release date: 05-04-11 Publisher: Simon & Schuster Audio Ratings: 4.5 of 5 out of 116 votes Genres: Bios & Memoirs, Celebrities Publisher's Summary: More than any other sports figure, Vince Lombardi transformed football into a metaphor for the American experience. The nine seasons during which he led the Green Bay Packers to five world championships is the most storied period in NFL history. Lombardi became a legend, a symbol to many of leadership, discipline, perseverance, and teamwork, and to others of an obsession with winning. Maraniss captures the myth and the man, football, God, and country in a thrilling biography that has become an American classic. This year, on the fortieth anniversary of Vince Lombardis death, the immortal coach strides onto the Broadway stage in a new American play, Lombardi, based on Maranisss critically acclaimed book, written by Academy Award winner Eric Simonson. Critic Reviews: "An astonishingly good book....A triumph, a classic American biography." (Robert W. Creamer The Washington Post Book World) "Forges a near-perfect synthesis of fine writing and fascinating material. May be the best sports biography ever published." (Ron Fimrite, Sports Illustrated) "A superb book, one of the best on football that we have." (Michael Oriard, The Philadelphia Inquirer) Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/312/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: When Pride Still Mattered Author: David Maraniss Narrator: Richard M. Davidson Format: Unabridged Length: 28 hrs and 11 mins Language: English Release date: 05-04-11 Publisher: Simon & Schuster Audio Ratings: 4.5 of 5 out of 116 votes Genres: Bios & Memoirs, Celebrities Publisher's Summary: More than any other sports figure, Vince Lombardi transformed football into a metaphor for the American experience. The nine seasons during which he led the Green Bay Packers to five world championships is the most storied period in NFL history. Lombardi became a legend, a symbol to many of leadership, discipline, perseverance, and teamwork, and to others of an obsession with winning. Maraniss captures the myth and the man, football, God, and country in a thrilling biography that has become an American classic. This year, on the fortieth anniversary of Vince Lombardis death, the immortal coach strides onto the Broadway stage in a new American play, Lombardi, based on Maranisss critically acclaimed book, written by Academy Award winner Eric Simonson. Critic Reviews: "An astonishingly good book....A triumph, a classic American biography." (Robert W. Creamer The Washington Post Book World) "Forges a near-perfect synthesis of fine writing and fascinating material. May be the best sports biography ever published." (Ron Fimrite, Sports Illustrated) "A superb book, one of the best on football that we have." (Michael Oriard, The Philadelphia Inquirer) Members Reviews: when men still mattered vince lombardi was at heart an actor and a playwright the oldest son of southern italian immigrants he longed to be, but never was, a scholarly jesuit priest for a time he was the offensive line coach at army he longed to be a soldier and a leader of men in battle but despite being 28 y.o. in 1941 he never served in the military modern life seemed artificial, complicated and weak to him it was only on a football field that life made sense to him it was there that his virtues, talents and courage mattered some men need to be tested and know where they stand they look for ways to face their fears and overcome pain lombardi understood this better than anyone in his generation he game these men a stage on which to demonstrate their abilities he created a world and a set of rules that fit their needs and talents his demands to "pay the price for victory" resonated deeply with them all of this success came at a terrible price, of course his alcoholic wife remained in his fearful shadow all of her life his son and daughter can honestly say they never knew him life in post WW II america slowly quit rewarding the male virtues being clever, attractive, political and comfortable became significant lombardi would have none of it and wore his old fashioned style with pride this is easily the best sports biography i've ever heard or read the themes and scale of the story come close to an american opera it makes sense that people would want to bring the story to broadway Nostalgia, football and a legend. Where does When Pride Still Mattered rank among all the audiobooks youve listened to so far? It was a very nice companion for my weekly 90 minutes highway drive to the city. I will miss it. What did you like best about this story? It did a great job taking me to "feel" the 30s, 40's and the movement to the 50's and 60's with their idiosyncrasy. As the chapters occur, you can also feel how the sport change, the strategies and the men that play it. I liked the stories about the people that surrounded Lombardi, the relationship with his players, other coaches and owners. https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/pd/Bios-Memoirs/I-Never-Had-It-Made-Audiobook/B002V1JR7I Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/312/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: I Never Had It Made Author: Jackie Robinson Narrator: Ossie Davis Format: Abridged Length: 2 hrs and 59 mins Language: English Release date: 08-06-08 Publisher: Brilliance Audio Ratings: 4.5 of 5 out of 88 votes Genres: Bios & Memoirs, Celebrities Publisher's Summary: From the early influences of family and friends, to his time at UCLA, to the Army, where he challenged racism and Jim Crow laws, Jackie Robinson traces his life to playing in the black leagues, frustrated by the abuses and restrictions of second-class status in professional baseball. As Branch Rickey, president of the Brooklyn Dodgers, began to look around for a player to break the color barrier in 1946, he knew he needed a man of character who could withstand the pressures of his "Noble Experiment". Choosing Robinson gave both of them the chance to prove what they believed in. Struggles that continued in his personal life and in response to the turbulent sixties are interpreted with insight by Robinson and will give listeners an added appreciation for the amazing strength of his character. Critic Reviews: "A disturbing and enlightening self-portrait by one of America's genuine heroes." (Publishers Weekly) biacuaduc@gmail.com (Jackie Robinson) Wed, 06 Aug 2008 04:25:14 GMT https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/pd/Bios-Memoirs/I-Never-Had-It-Made-Audiobook/B002V1JR7I thebookvoice.com 02:59:00 no Listen to full audiobooks for free on thebookvoice.com Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/312/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: I Never Had It Made Author: Jackie Robinson Narrator: Ossie Davis Format: Abridged Length: 2 hrs and 59 mins Language: English Release date: 08-06-08 Publisher: Brilliance Audio Ratings: 4.5 of 5 out of 88 votes Genres: Bios & Memoirs, Celebrities Publisher's Summary: From the early influences of family and friends, to his time at UCLA, to the Army, where he challenged racism and Jim Crow laws, Jackie Robinson traces his life to playing in the black leagues, frustrated by the abuses and restrictions of second-class status in professional baseball. As Branch Rickey, president of the Brooklyn Dodgers, began to look around for a player to break the color barrier in 1946, he knew he needed a man of character who could withstand the pressures of his "Noble Experiment". Choosing Robinson gave both of them the chance to prove what they believed in. Struggles that continued in his personal life and in response to the turbulent sixties are interpreted with insight by Robinson and will give listeners an added appreciation for the amazing strength of his character. Critic Reviews: "A disturbing and enlightening self-portrait by one of America's genuine heroes." (Publishers Weekly) Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/312/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: I Never Had It Made Author: Jackie Robinson Narrator: Ossie Davis Format: Abridged Length: 2 hrs and 59 mins Language: English Release date: 08-06-08 Publisher: Brilliance Audio Ratings: 4.5 of 5 out of 88 votes Genres: Bios & Memoirs, Celebrities Publisher's Summary: From the early influences of family and friends, to his time at UCLA, to the Army, where he challenged racism and Jim Crow laws, Jackie Robinson traces his life to playing in the black leagues, frustrated by the abuses and restrictions of second-class status in professional baseball. As Branch Rickey, president of the Brooklyn Dodgers, began to look around for a player to break the color barrier in 1946, he knew he needed a man of character who could withstand the pressures of his "Noble Experiment". Choosing Robinson gave both of them the chance to prove what they believed in. Struggles that continued in his personal life and in response to the turbulent sixties are interpreted with insight by Robinson and will give listeners an added appreciation for the amazing strength of his character. Critic Reviews: "A disturbing and enlightening self-portrait by one of America's genuine heroes." (Publishers Weekly) Members Reviews: Understanding Jackie Robinson's Best Performance If you could sum up I Never Had It Made in three words, what would they be? Honesty; Strength; Faitful to change!! Who was your favorite character and why? Mr. Rickey is true to his belief in -- "that all men are endowed with certain inalienable rights, and that "among these are life, liberty, and the pursuit of happiness". What does Ossie Davis bring to the story that you wouldnt experience if you just read the book? Ossie David's rich vocal expressions bring the reading to life. loved it Ossie Davis is Ossie Davis so you know the performance was superb and Jackie Robinson Story is 1 for the ages Excellent Wow what a story. Amazing man and ball player. Bless him and his family. Love that Ozzie narrated. Excellent book 5 ***** A must read for those who need to know the story of Jackie Robinson. His victories and losses. His acceptance as the one who had to make it so others born and not born would have a chance. All Americans owe Jackie Robinson a debt that can't be repaid. Great American Tale This book is a great look into what black people deal with even when they are considered to be one of the ones who made it. https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/pd/Bios-Memoirs/I-Beat-the-Odds-Audiobook/B004LOXHEC Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/312/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: I Beat the Odds Subtitle: From Homelessness, to 'The Blind Side', and Beyond Author: Michael Oher Narrator: Michael Boatman Format: Unabridged Length: 6 hrs and 19 mins Language: English Release date: 02-08-11 Publisher: Penguin Audio Ratings: 4.5 of 5 out of 129 votes Genres: Bios & Memoirs, Celebrities Publisher's Summary: The football star made famous in the hit film The Blind Side reflects on how far he has come from the circumstances of his youth. Michael Oher is the young man at the center of the true story depicted in The Blind Side movie (and book) that swept up awards and accolades. Though the odds were heavily stacked against him, Michael had a burning desire deep within his soul to break out of the Memphis inner-city ghetto and into a world of opportunity. While many people are now familiar with Oher's amazing journey, this is the first time he has shared his account of his story in his own words, revealing his thoughts and feelings with details that only he knows, and offering his point of view on how anyone can achieve a better life. Looking back on how he went from being a homeless child in Memphis to playing in the NFL, Michael talks about the goals he had for himself in order to break out of the cycle of poverty, addiction, and hopelessness that trapped his family for so long. He recounts poignant stories of growing up in the projects and running from child services and foster care over and over again in search of some familiarity. Eventually, he grasped onto football as his ticket out of the madness and worked hard to make his dream into a reality. But Oher also knew he would not be successful alone. With his adoptive family, the Touhys, and other influential people in mind, he describes the absolute necessity of seeking out positive role models and good friends who share the same values to achieve one's dreams. Sharing untold stories of heartache, determination, courage, and love, I Beat the Odds is an incredibly rousing tale of one young man's quest to achieve the American dream. biacuaduc@gmail.com (Michael Oher) Tue, 08 Feb 2011 22:00:00 GMT https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/pd/Bios-Memoirs/I-Beat-the-Odds-Audiobook/B004LOXHEC thebookvoice.com 06:19:00 no Listen to full audiobooks for free on thebookvoice.com Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/312/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: I Beat the Odds Subtitle: From Homelessness, to 'The Blind Side', and Beyond Author: Michael Oher Narrator: Michael Boatman Format: Unabridged Length: 6 hrs and 19 mins Language: English Release date: 02-08-11 Publisher: Penguin Audio Ratings: 4.5 of 5 out of 129 votes Genres: Bios & Memoirs, Celebrities Publisher's Summary: The football star made famous in the hit film The Blind Side reflects on how far he has come from the circumstances of his youth. Michael Oher is the young man at the center of the true story depicted in The Blind Side movie (and book) that swept up awards and accolades. Though the odds were heavily stacked against him, Michael had a burning desire deep within his soul to break out of the Memphis inner-city ghetto and into a world of opportunity. While many people are now familiar with Oher's amazing journey, this is the first time he has shared his account of his story in his own words, revealing his thoughts and feelings with details that only he knows, and offering his point of view on how anyone can achieve a better life. Looking back on how he went from being a homeless child in Memphis to playing in the NFL, Michael talks about the goals he had for himself in order to break out of the cycle of poverty, addiction, and hopelessness that trapped his family for so long. He recounts poignant stories of growing up in the projects and running from child services and foster care over and over again in search of some familiarity. Eventually, he grasped onto football as his ticket out of the madness and worked hard to make his dream into a reality. But Oher also knew he would not be successful alone. With his adoptive family, the Touhys, and other influential people in mind, he describes the absolute necessity of seeking out positive role models and good friends who share the same values to achieve one's dreams. Sharing untold stories of heartache, determination, courage, and love, I Beat the Odds is an incredibly rousing tale of one young man's quest to achieve the American dream. Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/312/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: I Beat the Odds Subtitle: From Homelessness, to 'The Blind Side', and Beyond Author: Michael Oher Narrator: Michael Boatman Format: Unabridged Length: 6 hrs and 19 mins Language: English Release date: 02-08-11 Publisher: Penguin Audio Ratings: 4.5 of 5 out of 129 votes Genres: Bios & Memoirs, Celebrities Publisher's Summary: The football star made famous in the hit film The Blind Side reflects on how far he has come from the circumstances of his youth. Michael Oher is the young man at the center of the true story depicted in The Blind Side movie (and book) that swept up awards and accolades. Though the odds were heavily stacked against him, Michael had a burning desire deep within his soul to break out of the Memphis inner-city ghetto and into a world of opportunity. While many people are now familiar with Oher's amazing journey, this is the first time he has shared his account of his story in his own words, revealing his thoughts and feelings with details that only he knows, and offering his point of view on how anyone can achieve a better life. Looking back on how he went from being a homeless child in Memphis to playing in the NFL, Michael talks about the goals he had for himself in order to break out of the cycle of poverty, addiction, and hopelessness that trapped his family for so long. He recounts poignant stories of growing up in the projects and running from child services and foster care over and over again in search of some familiarity. Eventually, he grasped onto football as his ticket out of the madness and worked hard to make his dream into a reality. But Oher also knew he would not be successful alone. With his adoptive family, the Touhys, and other influential people in mind, he describes the absolute necessity of seeking out positive role models and good friends who share the same values to achieve one's dreams. Sharing untold stories of heartache, determination, courage, and love, I Beat the Odds is an incredibly rousing tale of one young man's quest to achieve the American dream. Members Reviews: Must-read for anyone who works with kids Let's start by recognizing that this is not great literature, nor is it a "football book". It IS a personal account of a young man determined to succeed in spite of his circumstances, and how he went about acheiving his goals. Without being in any way exploitative, Michael Oher does not pull punches in describing life with his birth family and in the foster care system. Throughout, he balances the negative experiences with stories of love, family loyalty, and people who went out of their way to help. He shows us that love and caring transcend race and socio-economic status. The assumption is that the reader/listener has seen the movie The Blind Side, and I was glad to have already listened to the Tuohys' book, In a Heartbeat. This book doesn't criticize either, but it corrects some things from the first and fills in some gaps from the second. The focus is on convincing young people that they have options, that they can "make it", and encouraging them to make good choices to take advantage of the opportunities that are out there. The final section, with excerpts from letters to Michael and a list of some resources available to help at-risk kids, is better suited to print than audio; still, it gives the listener a start on ways to get involved in helping other kids beat the odds. Not the Blind Side I loved The Blind Side book, this wasn't it. I was so intrigued by his story, but at times I felt he seemed arrogant and such a sense of entitlement. https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/pd/Bios-Memoirs/The-Secret-Life-of-Houdini-Audiobook/B002V5CLCW Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/312/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: The Secret Life of Houdini Subtitle: The Making of America's First Superhero Author: William Kalush, Larry Sloman Narrator: Adam Grupper Format: Abridged Length: 6 hrs and 13 mins Language: English Release date: 10-19-06 Publisher: Simon & Schuster Audio Ratings: 4 of 5 out of 232 votes Genres: Bios & Memoirs, Celebrities Publisher's Summary: After years of struggling on the dime-museum circuit, Harry Houdini got a break that thrust him into the spotlight, performing for royalty and commanding vast sums. At a time when spy agencies frequently co-opted amateurs, Houdini went to London and developed a relationship with a man who would run MI-5; for the next several years, he traveled to Germany and Russia and routinely reported his findings. After World War I, Houdini set out to infiltrate and expose the seamy world of fake spirit mediums, triggering the wrath of a group of fanatical spiritualists led by Sir Arthur Conan Doyle. Death threats became an everyday occurrence, but the group would pose an even greater danger to Houdini's legacy. As exciting as any good thriller, The Secret Life of Houdini traces the arc of the master magician's life from desperate poverty to worldwide legend and initiates the listener into the arcane world of professional magic. biacuaduc@gmail.com (William Kalush) Thu, 19 Oct 2006 21:18:04 GMT https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/pd/Bios-Memoirs/The-Secret-Life-of-Houdini-Audiobook/B002V5CLCW thebookvoice.com 06:13:00 no Listen to full audiobooks for free on thebookvoice.com Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/312/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: The Secret Life of Houdini Subtitle: The Making of America's First Superhero Author: William Kalush, Larry Sloman Narrator: Adam Grupper Format: Abridged Length: 6 hrs and 13 mins Language: English Release date: 10-19-06 Publisher: Simon & Schuster Audio Ratings: 4 of 5 out of 232 votes Genres: Bios & Memoirs, Celebrities Publisher's Summary: After years of struggling on the dime-museum circuit, Harry Houdini got a break that thrust him into the spotlight, performing for royalty and commanding vast sums. At a time when spy agencies frequently co-opted amateurs, Houdini went to London and developed a relationship with a man who would run MI-5; for the next several years, he traveled to Germany and Russia and routinely reported his findings. After World War I, Houdini set out to infiltrate and expose the seamy world of fake spirit mediums, triggering the wrath of a group of fanatical spiritualists led by Sir Arthur Conan Doyle. Death threats became an everyday occurrence, but the group would pose an even greater danger to Houdini's legacy. As exciting as any good thriller, The Secret Life of Houdini traces the arc of the master magician's life from desperate poverty to worldwide legend and initiates the listener into the arcane world of professional magic. Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/312/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: The Secret Life of Houdini Subtitle: The Making of America's First Superhero Author: William Kalush, Larry Sloman Narrator: Adam Grupper Format: Abridged Length: 6 hrs and 13 mins Language: English Release date: 10-19-06 Publisher: Simon & Schuster Audio Ratings: 4 of 5 out of 232 votes Genres: Bios & Memoirs, Celebrities Publisher's Summary: After years of struggling on the dime-museum circuit, Harry Houdini got a break that thrust him into the spotlight, performing for royalty and commanding vast sums. At a time when spy agencies frequently co-opted amateurs, Houdini went to London and developed a relationship with a man who would run MI-5; for the next several years, he traveled to Germany and Russia and routinely reported his findings. After World War I, Houdini set out to infiltrate and expose the seamy world of fake spirit mediums, triggering the wrath of a group of fanatical spiritualists led by Sir Arthur Conan Doyle. Death threats became an everyday occurrence, but the group would pose an even greater danger to Houdini's legacy. As exciting as any good thriller, The Secret Life of Houdini traces the arc of the master magician's life from desperate poverty to worldwide legend and initiates the listener into the arcane world of professional magic. Members Reviews: Wait for the unabridged version William Kalush and Larry "Ratso" Sloman are two of the best non-fiction writers in the business. The written version of this book is outstanding. Unfortunatley the abridged audio version is not. In the future the publishers would be well served to release the written book and release the audio version when it is fully ready. This appears to be a hurried, not well thought out production. The audio editor left out some of the most compelling interesting parts of Mr. Houdini's life and does nothing more than recount Mr. Houdini's public performances. This makes the audio version seem repetitive and monontous. Too bad, very disappointing. I recommend waiting for the unabridged audio version or to read the written word. Very good, but wanted more. Any additional comments? I really enjoyed this book. I learned a lot about Houdini that I didn't know. But this was an abridged book and I felt there were some things left out or overly summarized. I'll check out the unabridged version from the library. Awesome ! Would you listen to The Secret Life of Houdini again? Why? Really interesting. So much I didn't know about him What was one of the most memorable moments of The Secret Life of Houdini? His battle with Sir Conan Dooyle Was there a moment in the book that particularly moved you? His story about flying a plane in Australia Any additional comments? highly recommend Magical Greatly insightful look into the life of a master magician and psychic revealer. It is clear the authors did their homework right. Finished it in one day Can sincerely recommended this book! A good story with a good reader! As I said in the headline finished in one day, money well spent! https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/pd/Bios-Memoirs/North-of-Normal-Audiobook/B078SVL7PP Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/312/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: North of Normal Subtitle: A Memoir of My Wilderness Childhood, My Unusual Family, and How I Survived Both Author: Cea Sunrise Person Narrator: Cea Sunrise Person Format: Unabridged Length: 9 hrs and 32 mins Language: English Release date: 01-09-18 Publisher: HarperAudio Ratings: 5 of 5 out of 2 votes Genres: Bios & Memoirs, Celebrities Publisher's Summary: Sex, drugs, and...bug stew? In the vein of The Glass Castle and Wild, Cea Sunrise Person's compelling memoir of a childhood spent with her dysfunctional counter-culture family in the Canadian wilderness - a searing story of physical, emotional, and psychological survival. In the late 1960s, riding the crest of the counterculture movement, Cea's family left a comfortable existence in California to live off the land in the Canadian wilderness. But unlike most commune dwellers of the time, the Persons weren't trying to build a new society - they wanted to escape civilization altogether. Led by Cea's grandfather Dick, they lived a pot-smoking, free-loving, clothing-optional life under a canvas tipi without running water, electricity, or heat for the bitter winters. Living out her grandparents' dream with her teenage mother Michelle, young Cea knew little of the world beyond her forest. She spent her summers playing nude in the meadow and her winters snowshoeing behind the grandfather she idolized. Despite fierce storms, food shortages, and the occasional drug-and-sex-infused party for visitors, it seemed to be a mostly happy existence. For Michelle, however, now long separated from Cea's father, there was one crucial element missing: a man. When Cea was five, Michelle took her on the road with a new boyfriend. As the trio set upon a series of ill-fated adventures, Cea began to question both her highly unusual world and the hedonistic woman at the centre of it - questions that eventually evolved into an all-consuming search for a more normal life. Finally, in her early teens, Cea realized she would have to make a choice as drastic as the one her grandparents once had in order to save herself. While a successful international modeling career offered her a way out of the wilderness, Cea discovered that this new world was in its own way daunting and full of challenges. North of Normal is Cea's funny, shocking, heartbreaking, and triumphant tale of self-discovery and acceptance, adversity, and strength that will leave no listener unmoved. biacuaduc@gmail.com (Cea Sunrise Person) Tue, 09 Jan 2018 07:15:20 GMT https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/pd/Bios-Memoirs/North-of-Normal-Audiobook/B078SVL7PP thebookvoice.com 09:32:00 no Listen to full audiobooks for free on thebookvoice.com Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/312/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: North of Normal Subtitle: A Memoir of My Wilderness Childhood, My Unusual Family, and How I Survived Both Author: Cea Sunrise Person Narrator: Cea Sunrise Person Format: Unabridged Length: 9 hrs and 32 mins Language: English Release date: 01-09-18 Publisher: HarperAudio Ratings: 5 of 5 out of 2 votes Genres: Bios & Memoirs, Celebrities Publisher's Summary: Sex, drugs, and...bug stew? In the vein of The Glass Castle and Wild, Cea Sunrise Person's compelling memoir of a childhood spent with her dysfunctional counter-culture family in the Canadian wilderness - a searing story of physical, emotional, and psychological survival. In the late 1960s, riding the crest of the counterculture movement, Cea's family left a comfortable existence in California to live off the land in the Canadian wilderness. But unlike most commune dwellers of the time, the Persons weren't trying to build a new society - they wanted to escape civilization altogether. Led by Cea's grandfather Dick, they lived a pot-smoking, free-loving, clothing-optional life under a canvas tipi without running water, electricity, or heat for the bitter winters. Living out her grandparents' dream with her teenage mother Michelle, young Cea knew little of the world beyond her forest. She spent her summers playing nude in the meadow and her winters snowshoeing behind the grandfather she idolized. Despite fierce storms, food shortages, and the occasional drug-and-sex-infused party for visitors, it seemed to be a mostly happy existence. For Michelle, however, now long separated from Cea's father, there was one crucial element missing: a man. When Cea was five, Michelle took her on the road with a new boyfriend. As the trio set upon a series of ill-fated adventures, Cea began to question both her highly unusual world and the hedonistic woman at the centre of it - questions that eventually evolved into an all-consuming search for a more normal life. Finally, in her early teens, Cea realized she would have to make a choice as drastic as the one her grandparents once had in order to save herself. While a successful international modeling career offered her a way out of the wilderness, Cea discovered that this new world was in its own way daunting and full of challenges. North of Normal is Cea's funny, shocking, heartbreaking, and triumphant tale of self-discovery and acceptance, adversity, and strength that will leave no listener unmoved. Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/312/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: North of Normal Subtitle: A Memoir of My Wilderness Childhood, My Unusual Family, and How I Survived Both Author: Cea Sunrise Person Narrator: Cea Sunrise Person Format: Unabridged Length: 9 hrs and 32 mins Language: English Release date: 01-09-18 Publisher: HarperAudio Ratings: 5 of 5 out of 2 votes Genres: Bios & Memoirs, Celebrities Publisher's Summary: Sex, drugs, and...bug stew? In the vein of The Glass Castle and Wild, Cea Sunrise Person's compelling memoir of a childhood spent with her dysfunctional counter-culture family in the Canadian wilderness - a searing story of physical, emotional, and psychological survival. In the late 1960s, riding the crest of the counterculture movement, Cea's family left a comfortable existence in California to live off the land in the Canadian wilderness. But unlike most commune dwellers of the time, the Persons weren't trying to build a new society - they wanted to escape civilization altogether. Led by Cea's grandfather Dick, they lived a pot-smoking, free-loving, clothing-optional life under a canvas tipi without running water, electricity, or heat for the bitter winters. Living out her grandparents' dream with her teenage mother Michelle, young Cea knew little of the world beyond her forest. She spent her summers playing nude in the meadow and her winters snowshoeing behind the grandfather she idolized. Despite fierce storms, food shortages, and the occasional drug-and-sex-infused party for visitors, it seemed to be a mostly happy existence. For Michelle, however, now long separated from Cea's father, there was one crucial element missing: a man. When Cea was five, Michelle took her on the road with a new boyfriend. As the trio set upon a series of ill-fated adventures, Cea began to question both her highly unusual world and the hedonistic woman at the centre of it - questions that eventually evolved into an all-consuming search for a more normal life. Finally, in her early teens, Cea realized she would have to make a choice as drastic as the one her grandparents once had in order to save herself. While a successful international modeling career offered her a way out of the wilderness, Cea discovered that this new world was in its own way daunting and full of challenges. North of Normal is Cea's funny, shocking, heartbreaking, and triumphant tale of self-discovery and acceptance, adversity, and strength that will leave no listener unmoved. Members Reviews: Surviving an Unconventional Upbringing I think the beauty of Cea Sunrise Person's memoir is how it shows the resilience of children growing up in less than optimal "home" environments. As a teacher I've seen children of parents with drug issues, multiple, changing partners, long absences, et cetera, and have seen some, like Cea, with wisdom beyond their years and the ability to find a way out. Clearly, the author has not escaped unscathed; however, she has had the ability to address issues with counselling and honest discussions with family members. One thing she did have was love in her family and while love is often imperfect, it does go a long way to help healing. This book reminded me a lot of The Glass Castle by Jeannette Walls, which is another tale of unconventional childhood. Social Services support is stretched so thin and often, their involvement is less than effective. It seems like the more drugs are involved in family life, the harder it is to see any real change as parents are more motivated by their next high or love interest than tending to their children's welfare. https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/pd/Bios-Memoirs/This-n-That-Audiobook/B072K71FT8 Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/312/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: This 'n That Author: Bette Davis, Michael Herskowitz Narrator: Suzanne Toren Format: Unabridged Length: 5 hrs and 57 mins Language: English Release date: 08-22-17 Publisher: Hachette Audio Ratings: 5 of 5 out of 24 votes Genres: Bios & Memoirs, Celebrities Publisher's Summary: Originally published in 1987, a collection of anecdotes as well as opinions pro and con on a wide range of subjects by legendary actress Bette Davis! A woman of strong appetites and opinions, Bette Davis minces no words. In frank, no-nonsense terms, she talks about the stroke that nearly killed her and inspires us with the story of her subsequent recovery from cancer - a lively and encouraging account shot through with the star's unique blend of spunk and wit. Davis was famous for being as unsparing of herself as she was of others. Among the "others" of this book are President Ronald Reagan, who was a contract player at Warner Bros. when she was; Joan Crawford, her costar in What Ever Happened to Baby Jane?; Humphrey Bogart; Marilyn Monroe; Elizabeth Taylor; and Helen Hayes, Bette's costar in her first film after her illness, Murder with Mirrors. She also talks about her deep friendship with her longtime assistant, Kathryn Sermak, who nursed Davis back to health after her stroke and ushered her back into acting when Davis' doctors thought all hope was lost. As Davis says, "If everyone likes you, you're doing your job wrong." This is a unique and controversial book by one of the most incandescent and unconventional acting talents of all time, as magnetic and supremely talented as the lady herself. biacuaduc@gmail.com (Bette Davis) Tue, 22 Aug 2017 14:39:50 GMT https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/pd/Bios-Memoirs/This-n-That-Audiobook/B072K71FT8 thebookvoice.com 05:57:00 no Listen to full audiobooks for free on thebookvoice.com Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/312/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: This 'n That Author: Bette Davis, Michael Herskowitz Narrator: Suzanne Toren Format: Unabridged Length: 5 hrs and 57 mins Language: English Release date: 08-22-17 Publisher: Hachette Audio Ratings: 5 of 5 out of 24 votes Genres: Bios & Memoirs, Celebrities Publisher's Summary: Originally published in 1987, a collection of anecdotes as well as opinions pro and con on a wide range of subjects by legendary actress Bette Davis! A woman of strong appetites and opinions, Bette Davis minces no words. In frank, no-nonsense terms, she talks about the stroke that nearly killed her and inspires us with the story of her subsequent recovery from cancer - a lively and encouraging account shot through with the star's unique blend of spunk and wit. Davis was famous for being as unsparing of herself as she was of others. Among the "others" of this book are President Ronald Reagan, who was a contract player at Warner Bros. when she was; Joan Crawford, her costar in What Ever Happened to Baby Jane?; Humphrey Bogart; Marilyn Monroe; Elizabeth Taylor; and Helen Hayes, Bette's costar in her first film after her illness, Murder with Mirrors. She also talks about her deep friendship with her longtime assistant, Kathryn Sermak, who nursed Davis back to health after her stroke and ushered her back into acting when Davis' doctors thought all hope was lost. As Davis says, "If everyone likes you, you're doing your job wrong." This is a unique and controversial book by one of the most incandescent and unconventional acting talents of all time, as magnetic and supremely talented as the lady herself. Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/312/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: This 'n That Author: Bette Davis, Michael Herskowitz Narrator: Suzanne Toren Format: Unabridged Length: 5 hrs and 57 mins Language: English Release date: 08-22-17 Publisher: Hachette Audio Ratings: 5 of 5 out of 24 votes Genres: Bios & Memoirs, Celebrities Publisher's Summary: Originally published in 1987, a collection of anecdotes as well as opinions pro and con on a wide range of subjects by legendary actress Bette Davis! A woman of strong appetites and opinions, Bette Davis minces no words. In frank, no-nonsense terms, she talks about the stroke that nearly killed her and inspires us with the story of her subsequent recovery from cancer - a lively and encouraging account shot through with the star's unique blend of spunk and wit. Davis was famous for being as unsparing of herself as she was of others. Among the "others" of this book are President Ronald Reagan, who was a contract player at Warner Bros. when she was; Joan Crawford, her costar in What Ever Happened to Baby Jane?; Humphrey Bogart; Marilyn Monroe; Elizabeth Taylor; and Helen Hayes, Bette's costar in her first film after her illness, Murder with Mirrors. She also talks about her deep friendship with her longtime assistant, Kathryn Sermak, who nursed Davis back to health after her stroke and ushered her back into acting when Davis' doctors thought all hope was lost. As Davis says, "If everyone likes you, you're doing your job wrong." This is a unique and controversial book by one of the most incandescent and unconventional acting talents of all time, as magnetic and supremely talented as the lady herself. Members Reviews: Love this look into Bette Davis life and feelings I almost didnt get this in audio form because I was afraid it would bug me to hear someone else other than Miss Davis read the book but I ended up thinking Ms. Toren did a really top notch job. Not a charicature but just the right essence of tone and style. Very well done. The story is just what it says, This n That. Some stories of family, some stories of friends (some famous, some not), some stories of behind the scenes on films, some stories of relationships and love and loss. Mostly stories of Ms. Davis feelings connected with each adventure and each person and they are all fascinating. This book was written just after her daughter wrote her scathing memoirs of growing up with Bette as a mother and Bette gets to give her side of the story and that is wonderful to hear, though difficult to hear the broken heart that writes. You often get to hear about Bette Davis from what other people think she was like. Take this chance to hear about her right from her lips. Hear not only about her life but how she feels as each story happens. This is not her entire life, she already did that in her book The lonely Life. Shes very up front that she is not going to cheat us by rehashing old stories. They are all new. She sets the record straight and tells it like it is, or at least as she sees it and she sees life in a fascinating and intense way. You will hear how her stroke and her mastectomy affected her mentally as well as physically. You will hear her fear and her frustration and her strength. Shes quite a person and I loved this glimpse into her life and her mind and her heart. Great Book This book is so well written, it makes you feel like youre along for the ride. Bravo! a true insight to a Hollywood star loved it. this is a real insight to a true Hollywood star. I highly recommend that you listen to Bette"s story https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/pd/Bios-Memoirs/They-Call-Me-Baba-Booey-Audiobook/B0046IT1T8 Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/312/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: They Call Me Baba Booey Author: Gary Dell'Abate, Chad Millman Narrator: Gary Dell'Abate Format: Unabridged Length: 7 hrs and 5 mins Language: English Release date: 11-02-10 Publisher: Random House Audio Ratings: 4.5 of 5 out of 414 votes Genres: Bios & Memoirs, Celebrities Publisher's Summary: He's one of pop cultures great, enduring, unsung heroes: Gary DellAbate, Howard Stern Show producer, miracle worker, professional good sport, and servant to the King of All Media. For the first time, he tells the story of his early years and reveals how his chaotic childhood and early obsessions prepared him for life at the center of the greatest show on earth. Baba Booey! Baba Booey! It was a slip of the tongue - that unfortunately was heard by a few million listeners - but in that split second, a nickname, a persona, a rallying cry, and a phenomenon was born. Some would say it was the moment Gary DellAbate, the long-suffering heroic producer of The Howard Stern Show, for better or worse, finally came into his own. In They Call Me Baba Booey, DellAbate explains how his early life was the perfect training ground for the day-to-day chaos that comes with producing the most popular radio show on earth. Editorial Reviews: Gary DellAbate, the executive producer for The Howard Stern Show affectionately known as Baba Booey, has a lot of good stories to tell. And with more than 20 years of radio experience under his belt, DellAbate is completely comfortable doing his own voice work. Hes also been a longtime supporter of the audiobook medium, to such an extent that he even hosted the 2010 Audie Awards. Listening to him tell his own life story is like meeting a really cool weirdo at your local bar, getting chatty, and then getting sucked in to the point where you are surprised that the lights have come on and its closing time. There are three types of chapters in DellAbates rotation. One set of stories, natch, concerns all the crazy highlights from his time with Howard Stern. Fans will appreciate fresh, deeper analysis of historic moments like DellAbates completely lame first pitch at a Mets game for an autism charity, his never-ending quest to win back ex-girlfriend Nancy that culminated in a very embarrassing video surfacing a full eleven years after the breakup, his car chase with the Ski Bunnys crazy tire iron-wielding ex-boyfriend, and, of course, how he came to be known as Baba Booey. The second thread concerns more personal stories of DellAbates early life, from his mothers terrifying mood swings and his fathers stoicism, to his hippie brothers short-lived Woodstock hitchhiking attempt and his gay brothers death from AIDS-related illness. The last type of chapter is a short series of interludes. Sometimes these take the form of lists of DellAbates favorite things, from best concerts ever to albums needed if trapped on a deserted island, and sometimes he is interviewing the people involved in the narrative of the previous chapter. For people who care about the voice work industry, the cameos are terrific. Theres a brief snippet from narrator Edward Herrmann of the History Channel, as well as the producer at cutting edge radio station WLIR who gave DellAbate his first big break. For those who care about DellAbate himself, the cameos also offer major satisfaction in the form of his older brother and famed ex-girlfriend Nancy. None of the major Howard Stern Show personalities drop in, but thats the way it should be. DellAbate has made a career out of acquiescing to be their whipping boy, and this book is an honest navel-gazing triumph that deserves to be heard without their interruptive jackassery. biacuaduc@gmail.com (Gary Dell'Abate) Tue, 02 Nov 2010 06:43:26 GMT https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/pd/Bios-Memoirs/They-Call-Me-Baba-Booey-Audiobook/B0046IT1T8 thebookvoice.com 07:05:00 no Listen to full audiobooks for free on thebookvoice.com Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/312/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: They Call Me Baba Booey Author: Gary Dell'Abate, Chad Millman Narrator: Gary Dell'Abate Format: Unabridged Length: 7 hrs and 5 mins Language: English Release date: 11-02-10 Publisher: Random House Audio Ratings: 4.5 of 5 out of 414 votes Genres: Bios & Memoirs, Celebrities Publisher's Summary: He's one of pop cultures great, enduring, unsung heroes: Gary DellAbate, Howard Stern Show producer, miracle worker, professional good sport, and servant to the King of All Media. For the first time, he tells the story of his early years and reveals how his chaotic childhood and early obsessions prepared him for life at the center of the greatest show on earth. Baba Booey! Baba Booey! It was a slip of the tongue - that unfortunately was heard by a few million listeners - but in that split second, a nickname, a persona, a rallying cry, and a phenomenon was born. Some would say it was the moment Gary DellAbate, the long-suffering heroic producer of The Howard Stern Show, for better or worse, finally came into his own. In They Call Me Baba Booey, DellAbate explains how his early life was the perfect training ground for the day-to-day chaos that comes with producing the most popular radio show on earth. Editorial Reviews: Gary DellAbate, the executive producer for The Howard Stern Show affectionately known as Baba Booey, has a lot of good stories to tell. And with more than 20 years of radio experience under his belt, DellAbate is completely comfortable doing his own voice work. Hes also been a longtime supporter of the audiobook medium, to such an extent that he even hosted the 2010 Audie Awards. Listening to him tell his own life story is like meeting a really cool weirdo at your local bar, getting chatty, and then getting sucked in to the point where you are surprised that the lights have come on and its closing time. There are three types of chapters in DellAbates rotation. One set of stories, natch, concerns all the crazy highlights from his time with Howard Stern. Fans will appreciate fresh, deeper analysis of historic moments like DellAbates completely lame first pitch at a Mets game for an autism charity, his never-ending quest to win back ex-girlfriend Nancy that culminated in a very embarrassing video surfacing a full eleven years after the breakup, his car chase with the Ski Bunnys crazy tire iron-wielding ex-boyfriend, and, of course, how he came to be known as Baba Booey. The second thread concerns more personal stories of DellAbates early life, from his mothers terrifying mood swings and his fathers stoicism, to his hippie brothers short-lived Woodstock hitchhiking attempt and his gay brothers death from AIDS-related illness. The last type of chapter is a short series of interludes. Sometimes these take the form of lists of DellAbates favorite things, from best concerts ever to albums needed if trapped on a deserted island, and sometimes he is interviewing the people involved in the narrative of the previous chapter. For people who care about the voice work industry, the cameos are terrific. Theres a brief snippet from narrator Edward Herrmann of the History Channel, as well as the producer at cutting edge radio station WLIR who gave DellAbate his first big break. For those who care about DellAbate himself, the cameos also offer major satisfaction in the form of his older brother and famed ex-girlfriend Nancy. None of the major Howard Stern Show personalities drop in, but thats the way it should be. DellAbate has made a career out of acquiescing to be their whipping boy, and this book is an honest navel-gazing triumph that deserves to be heard without their interruptive jackassery. Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/312/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: They Call Me Baba Booey Author: Gary Dell'Abate, Chad Millman Narrator: Gary Dell'Abate Format: Unabridged Length: 7 hrs and 5 mins Language: English Release date: 11-02-10 Publisher: Random House Audio Ratings: 4.5 of 5 out of 414 votes Genres: Bios & Memoirs, Celebrities Publisher's Summary: He's one of pop cultures great, enduring, unsung heroes: Gary DellAbate, Howard Stern Show producer, miracle worker, professional good sport, and servant to the King of All Media. For the first time, he tells the story of his early years and reveals how his chaotic childhood and early obsessions prepared him for life at the center of the greatest show on earth. Baba Booey! Baba Booey! It was a slip of the tongue - that unfortunately was heard by a few million listeners - but in that split second, a nickname, a persona, a rallying cry, and a phenomenon was born. Some would say it was the moment Gary DellAbate, the long-suffering heroic producer of The Howard Stern Show, for better or worse, finally came into his own. In They Call Me Baba Booey, DellAbate explains how his early life was the perfect training ground for the day-to-day chaos that comes with producing the most popular radio show on earth. Editorial Reviews: Gary DellAbate, the executive producer for The Howard Stern Show affectionately known as Baba Booey, has a lot of good stories to tell. And with more than 20 years of radio experience under his belt, DellAbate is completely comfortable doing his own voice work. Hes also been a longtime supporter of the audiobook medium, to such an extent that he even hosted the 2010 Audie Awards. Listening to him tell his own life story is like meeting a really cool weirdo at your local bar, getting chatty, and then getting sucked in to the point where you are surprised that the lights have come on and its closing time. There are three types of chapters in DellAbates rotation. One set of stories, natch, concerns all the crazy highlights from his time with Howard Stern. Fans will appreciate fresh, deeper analysis of historic moments like DellAbates completely lame first pitch at a Mets game for an autism charity, his never-ending quest to win back ex-girlfriend Nancy that culminated in a very embarrassing video surfacing a full eleven years after the breakup, his car chase with the Ski Bunnys crazy tire iron-wielding ex-boyfriend, and, of course, how he came to be known as Baba Booey. The second thread concerns more personal stories of DellAbates early life, from his mothers terrifying mood swings and his fathers stoicism, to his hippie brothers short-lived Woodstock hitchhiking attempt and his gay brothers death from AIDS-related illness. The last type of chapter is a short series of interludes. Sometimes these take the form of lists of DellAbates favorite things, from best concerts ever to albums needed if trapped on a deserted island, and sometimes he is interviewing the people involved in the narrative of the previous chapter. For people who care about the voice work industry, the cameos are terrific. Theres a brief snippet from narrator Edward Herrmann of the History Channel, as well as the producer at cutting edge radio station WLIR who gave DellAbate his first big break. For those who care about DellAbate himself, the cameos also offer major satisfaction in the form of his older brother and famed ex-girlfriend Nancy. None of the major Howard Stern Show personalities drop in, but thats the way it should be. DellAbate has made a career out of acquiescing to be their whipping boy, and this book is an honest navel-gazing triumph that deserves to be heard without their interruptive jackassery. https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/pd/Bios-Memoirs/That-Woman-Audiobook/B00701K1EW Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/312/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: That Woman Subtitle: The Life of Wallis Simpson, Duchess of Windsor Author: Anne Sebba Narrator: Samantha Bond Format: Unabridged Length: 11 hrs and 30 mins Language: English Release date: 02-14-12 Publisher: Macmillan Audio Ratings: 4 of 5 out of 232 votes Genres: Bios & Memoirs, Celebrities Publisher's Summary: Here is the first full-scale biography of Wallis Simpson to be written by a woman, exploring the mind of one of the most glamorous and reviled figures of the 20th century, a character who figured prominently in the blockbuster film The Kings Speech. This is the story of the American divorcée notorious for allegedly seducing a British king off his throne. "That woman", so called by Queen Elizabeth, the Queen Mother, was born Bessie Wallis Warfield in 1896 in Baltimore. Neither beautiful nor brilliant, she endured an impoverished childhood, which fostered in her a burning desire to rise above her circumstances. Acclaimed biographer Anne Sebba offers an eye-opening account of one of the most talked about women of her generation. It explores the obsessive nature of Simpsons relationship with Prince Edward, the suggestion that she may have had a disorder of sexual development, and new evidence showing she may never have wanted to marry Edward at all. Since her death, Simpson has become a symbol of female empowerment as well as a style icon. But her psychology remains an enigma. Drawing from interviews and newly discovered letters, That Woman shines a light on this captivating and complex figure, an object of fascination who has only grown more compelling with the years. biacuaduc@gmail.com (Anne Sebba) Tue, 14 Feb 2012 15:20:06 GMT https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/pd/Bios-Memoirs/That-Woman-Audiobook/B00701K1EW thebookvoice.com 11:30:00 no Listen to full audiobooks for free on thebookvoice.com Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/312/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: That Woman Subtitle: The Life of Wallis Simpson, Duchess of Windsor Author: Anne Sebba Narrator: Samantha Bond Format: Unabridged Length: 11 hrs and 30 mins Language: English Release date: 02-14-12 Publisher: Macmillan Audio Ratings: 4 of 5 out of 232 votes Genres: Bios & Memoirs, Celebrities Publisher's Summary: Here is the first full-scale biography of Wallis Simpson to be written by a woman, exploring the mind of one of the most glamorous and reviled figures of the 20th century, a character who figured prominently in the blockbuster film The Kings Speech. This is the story of the American divorcée notorious for allegedly seducing a British king off his throne. "That woman", so called by Queen Elizabeth, the Queen Mother, was born Bessie Wallis Warfield in 1896 in Baltimore. Neither beautiful nor brilliant, she endured an impoverished childhood, which fostered in her a burning desire to rise above her circumstances. Acclaimed biographer Anne Sebba offers an eye-opening account of one of the most talked about women of her generation. It explores the obsessive nature of Simpsons relationship with Prince Edward, the suggestion that she may have had a disorder of sexual development, and new evidence showing she may never have wanted to marry Edward at all. Since her death, Simpson has become a symbol of female empowerment as well as a style icon. But her psychology remains an enigma. Drawing from interviews and newly discovered letters, That Woman shines a light on this captivating and complex figure, an object of fascination who has only grown more compelling with the years. Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/312/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: That Woman Subtitle: The Life of Wallis Simpson, Duchess of Windsor Author: Anne Sebba Narrator: Samantha Bond Format: Unabridged Length: 11 hrs and 30 mins Language: English Release date: 02-14-12 Publisher: Macmillan Audio Ratings: 4 of 5 out of 232 votes Genres: Bios & Memoirs, Celebrities Publisher's Summary: Here is the first full-scale biography of Wallis Simpson to be written by a woman, exploring the mind of one of the most glamorous and reviled figures of the 20th century, a character who figured prominently in the blockbuster film The Kings Speech. This is the story of the American divorcée notorious for allegedly seducing a British king off his throne. "That woman", so called by Queen Elizabeth, the Queen Mother, was born Bessie Wallis Warfield in 1896 in Baltimore. Neither beautiful nor brilliant, she endured an impoverished childhood, which fostered in her a burning desire to rise above her circumstances. Acclaimed biographer Anne Sebba offers an eye-opening account of one of the most talked about women of her generation. It explores the obsessive nature of Simpsons relationship with Prince Edward, the suggestion that she may have had a disorder of sexual development, and new evidence showing she may never have wanted to marry Edward at all. Since her death, Simpson has become a symbol of female empowerment as well as a style icon. But her psychology remains an enigma. Drawing from interviews and newly discovered letters, That Woman shines a light on this captivating and complex figure, an object of fascination who has only grown more compelling with the years. Members Reviews: A fascinating read... This is a story that I thought I knew... conniving American social-climber fools noble-minded British king into leaving his throne. I'm now not sure that's a fair assessment. Neither King Edward VIII or Wallis Simpson were going to win a "most-likable" contest, but the book makes a reasonable case that Wallis actually got in over her head, not expecting the king would go so far to keep her. Wallis appears to have been an intelligent and interesting woman, troubled by her own insecurities, who found herself the focus of an obsessive love. The period detail is wonderful and the insights into the various personalities involved in this "greatest love story of the 20th Century" are enlightening. This, plus an excellent job of narration by Samatha Bond makes for a book well worth any listener's time. Be Careful What You Wish For This book is a cautionary tale if there ever was one. Be Careful What you Wish For is the message that comes through loud and clear. Because I have never been particularly interested in gossipy enquirer type articles I had never looked very closely at either the Duke or the Dutchess of Windsor. But lately I have been doing quite a bit of reading lately about WW2 and several of the books I have read have mentioned that they were both suspected of having pro Nazi sympathies I decided to search out a biography of the Duke. I didn't find one on audible.com but did find this book. My goodness, what a to-do! The conclusion that I came up with is that neither the Duke or the Dutchess had pro Nazi sympathies. In fact I got the impression that both of them were so self absorbed that it was impossible for them to connect with or even understand any concept beyond their own personal desires at any given moment. https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/pd/Bios-Memoirs/The-Art-of-Cycling-Audiobook/B01NCZFBX7 Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/312/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: The Art of Cycling Author: Cadel Evans Narrator: Alan King Format: Unabridged Length: 15 hrs and 6 mins Language: English Release date: 01-25-17 Publisher: Bolinda Publishing Pty Ltd Ratings: 4.5 of 5 out of 36 votes Genres: Bios & Memoirs, Celebrities Publisher's Summary: The autobiography of a cycling legend that will become a much-loved classic. The much-anticipated autobiography of the greatest Australian cyclist of all time. Famous in the sport for his meticulous preparation and an athlete who prided himself on his ability to leave it all on the road, Evans writes about the triumphs, the frustrations, the training, the preparation, the psychology of the sport, his contemporaries, the legends and his enduring love of cycling. A riveting and forensic account of his life on the bike - from his beginnings as the youngest winner of a World Cup in mountain biking to the oldest post-War winner of the Tour de France. One of only four cyclists in the world to have finished on the podium of all three Grand Tours (the Tour de France, Giro d'Italia and Vuelta a Espana) as well as winning the UCI Road World Championship, Cadel's autobiography is a tribute to a once-in-a-lifetime sporting talent. This book will put you on the bike alongside Cadel as he recounts the races and the moments that mattered - as he places in the top 10 in six Tours de France and becomes Australia's first, and only, Tour de France champion and first, and only, Road World Champion. Be there on the road as he claims the points jersey at the Giro d'Italia and as he wins some of the world's greatest races - the Tour of Austria (twice), the Tour de Romandie (twice), the Settimana Coppi e Bartali, Tirreno-Adriatico, Flèche Wallone, the Criterium International and the Giro del Trentino. biacuaduc@gmail.com (Cadel Evans) Wed, 25 Jan 2017 19:01:50 GMT https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/pd/Bios-Memoirs/The-Art-of-Cycling-Audiobook/B01NCZFBX7 thebookvoice.com 15:06:00 no Listen to full audiobooks for free on thebookvoice.com Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/312/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: The Art of Cycling Author: Cadel Evans Narrator: Alan King Format: Unabridged Length: 15 hrs and 6 mins Language: English Release date: 01-25-17 Publisher: Bolinda Publishing Pty Ltd Ratings: 4.5 of 5 out of 36 votes Genres: Bios & Memoirs, Celebrities Publisher's Summary: The autobiography of a cycling legend that will become a much-loved classic. The much-anticipated autobiography of the greatest Australian cyclist of all time. Famous in the sport for his meticulous preparation and an athlete who prided himself on his ability to leave it all on the road, Evans writes about the triumphs, the frustrations, the training, the preparation, the psychology of the sport, his contemporaries, the legends and his enduring love of cycling. A riveting and forensic account of his life on the bike - from his beginnings as the youngest winner of a World Cup in mountain biking to the oldest post-War winner of the Tour de France. One of only four cyclists in the world to have finished on the podium of all three Grand Tours (the Tour de France, Giro d'Italia and Vuelta a Espana) as well as winning the UCI Road World Championship, Cadel's autobiography is a tribute to a once-in-a-lifetime sporting talent. This book will put you on the bike alongside Cadel as he recounts the races and the moments that mattered - as he places in the top 10 in six Tours de France and becomes Australia's first, and only, Tour de France champion and first, and only, Road World Champion. Be there on the road as he claims the points jersey at the Giro d'Italia and as he wins some of the world's greatest races - the Tour of Austria (twice), the Tour de Romandie (twice), the Settimana Coppi e Bartali, Tirreno-Adriatico, Flèche Wallone, the Criterium International and the Giro del Trentino. Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/312/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: The Art of Cycling Author: Cadel Evans Narrator: Alan King Format: Unabridged Length: 15 hrs and 6 mins Language: English Release date: 01-25-17 Publisher: Bolinda Publishing Pty Ltd Ratings: 4.5 of 5 out of 36 votes Genres: Bios & Memoirs, Celebrities Publisher's Summary: The autobiography of a cycling legend that will become a much-loved classic. The much-anticipated autobiography of the greatest Australian cyclist of all time. Famous in the sport for his meticulous preparation and an athlete who prided himself on his ability to leave it all on the road, Evans writes about the triumphs, the frustrations, the training, the preparation, the psychology of the sport, his contemporaries, the legends and his enduring love of cycling. A riveting and forensic account of his life on the bike - from his beginnings as the youngest winner of a World Cup in mountain biking to the oldest post-War winner of the Tour de France. One of only four cyclists in the world to have finished on the podium of all three Grand Tours (the Tour de France, Giro d'Italia and Vuelta a Espana) as well as winning the UCI Road World Championship, Cadel's autobiography is a tribute to a once-in-a-lifetime sporting talent. This book will put you on the bike alongside Cadel as he recounts the races and the moments that mattered - as he places in the top 10 in six Tours de France and becomes Australia's first, and only, Tour de France champion and first, and only, Road World Champion. Be there on the road as he claims the points jersey at the Giro d'Italia and as he wins some of the world's greatest races - the Tour of Austria (twice), the Tour de Romandie (twice), the Settimana Coppi e Bartali, Tirreno-Adriatico, Flèche Wallone, the Criterium International and the Giro del Trentino. Members Reviews: for cycling fans, a great listen Would you consider the audio edition of The Art of Cycling to be better than the print version? Sure, it's long, but I didn't find it tediously long at all. The length gives Evans the opportunity to tell the story of his professional riding career in detail. Without that detail, I do not think the book would be nearly as good. Do you have to be a cyclist or cycling fan to enjoy this book? Probably. It IS, after all, a book about cycling (and a very detailed one at that!). But the book itself is pretty great. It's not a work of timeless literature. There are times when the writing is a bit cliche.But it is certainly well written, and Evans comes across as a thoughtful, sincere person with a true passion for his profession. He is also very fair to the many other cyclists (and non-cyclists) that we writes about in the book. There are no grudges, there is no defamation, yet he is candid and honest about his feelings toward and about others. I really learned a lot about professional cycling, also, which was a nice bonus. And, of course, the sections about the races themselves are fabulous.Highly recommended for cycling fans! Thanks, Cadel! What about Alan Kings performance did you like? Great! great read it is a real life type story. great cyclist. a comeback story. great read. you should really love cyclin I like this guy and I love cycling otherwise I dont think I was goin to be able to finish this book. It really doesnt offer nothin, Like a long ride you never think is going to end A good book but Evans kind of went on a bit. It seemed like it was never going to end. However I would still recommend reading or listening to this book. Reasonable factual account of Evans career I enjoy cycling books and listening to this book from Cadel Evans is essential for anyone wanting the full picture of the sport over the early 2000s. https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/pd/Bios-Memoirs/Guy-Martin-My-Autobiography-Audiobook/B00WVMGIV0 Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/312/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: Guy Martin: My Autobiography Author: Guy Martin Narrator: Dean Williamson Format: Unabridged Length: 9 hrs and 34 mins Language: English Release date: 05-21-15 Publisher: Random House Audiobooks Ratings: 4.5 of 5 out of 67 votes Genres: Bios & Memoirs, Celebrities Publisher's Summary: The Phenomenal Sunday Times Number-One Best Seller. "It was the start of the third lap of the 2010 Senior TT, the last race of the fortnight. The last chance to get a TT win for another year, and I was pushing hard. Ballagarey. The kind of corner that makes me continue road racing. A proper mans corner. You go through the right-hander at something like 170 miles per hour, leant right over, eyes fixed as far down the road as I can see. But this time something happened. This time the front end tucked...." Guy Martin, international road-racing legend, maverick star of the Isle of Man TT, truck mechanic, and TV presenter lives on the edge, addicted to speed, thoroughly exhilarated by danger. In this book well get inside his head as he stares death in the face and risks his life in search of the next high. Well discover what it feels like to survive a 170 mile per hour fireball at the TT in 2010 and come back to do it all again. Hell sweep us up in a gritty sort of glory as he slogs it out for a place on the podium, but well also see him struggle with the flipside of fame. Well meet his friends and foes, his family, his teammates and bosses, and well discover what motivates him and where his strengths and weaknesses lie. For the first time, here is the full story in Guys own words, from the boy who learned to prep bikes with his dad to the spirited team mechanic paying his way by collecting beer glasses in pubs to the young racer at the start of his first race and the buzz hes been chasing ever since. This thrilling autobiography is an intense and dramatic ride. biacuaduc@gmail.com (Guy Martin) Thu, 21 May 2015 18:26:26 GMT https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/pd/Bios-Memoirs/Guy-Martin-My-Autobiography-Audiobook/B00WVMGIV0 thebookvoice.com 09:34:00 no Listen to full audiobooks for free on thebookvoice.com Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/312/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: Guy Martin: My Autobiography Author: Guy Martin Narrator: Dean Williamson Format: Unabridged Length: 9 hrs and 34 mins Language: English Release date: 05-21-15 Publisher: Random House Audiobooks Ratings: 4.5 of 5 out of 67 votes Genres: Bios & Memoirs, Celebrities Publisher's Summary: The Phenomenal Sunday Times Number-One Best Seller. "It was the start of the third lap of the 2010 Senior TT, the last race of the fortnight. The last chance to get a TT win for another year, and I was pushing hard. Ballagarey. The kind of corner that makes me continue road racing. A proper mans corner. You go through the right-hander at something like 170 miles per hour, leant right over, eyes fixed as far down the road as I can see. But this time something happened. This time the front end tucked...." Guy Martin, international road-racing legend, maverick star of the Isle of Man TT, truck mechanic, and TV presenter lives on the edge, addicted to speed, thoroughly exhilarated by danger. In this book well get inside his head as he stares death in the face and risks his life in search of the next high. Well discover what it feels like to survive a 170 mile per hour fireball at the TT in 2010 and come back to do it all again. Hell sweep us up in a gritty sort of glory as he slogs it out for a place on the podium, but well also see him struggle with the flipside of fame. Well meet his friends and foes, his family, his teammates and bosses, and well discover what motivates him and where his strengths and weaknesses lie. For the first time, here is the full story in Guys own words, from the boy who learned to prep bikes with his dad to the spirited team mechanic paying his way by collecting beer glasses in pubs to the young racer at the start of his first race and the buzz hes been chasing ever since. This thrilling autobiography is an intense and dramatic ride. Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/312/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: Guy Martin: My Autobiography Author: Guy Martin Narrator: Dean Williamson Format: Unabridged Length: 9 hrs and 34 mins Language: English Release date: 05-21-15 Publisher: Random House Audiobooks Ratings: 4.5 of 5 out of 67 votes Genres: Bios & Memoirs, Celebrities Publisher's Summary: The Phenomenal Sunday Times Number-One Best Seller. "It was the start of the third lap of the 2010 Senior TT, the last race of the fortnight. The last chance to get a TT win for another year, and I was pushing hard. Ballagarey. The kind of corner that makes me continue road racing. A proper mans corner. You go through the right-hander at something like 170 miles per hour, leant right over, eyes fixed as far down the road as I can see. But this time something happened. This time the front end tucked...." Guy Martin, international road-racing legend, maverick star of the Isle of Man TT, truck mechanic, and TV presenter lives on the edge, addicted to speed, thoroughly exhilarated by danger. In this book well get inside his head as he stares death in the face and risks his life in search of the next high. Well discover what it feels like to survive a 170 mile per hour fireball at the TT in 2010 and come back to do it all again. Hell sweep us up in a gritty sort of glory as he slogs it out for a place on the podium, but well also see him struggle with the flipside of fame. Well meet his friends and foes, his family, his teammates and bosses, and well discover what motivates him and where his strengths and weaknesses lie. For the first time, here is the full story in Guys own words, from the boy who learned to prep bikes with his dad to the spirited team mechanic paying his way by collecting beer glasses in pubs to the young racer at the start of his first race and the buzz hes been chasing ever since. This thrilling autobiography is an intense and dramatic ride. Members Reviews: Motorcycle racing and alot more I just enjoyed this book because Guy Martin is an above average rider that didnt get all caught up in the rockstar attitude and sponsership driven interviews that we always see. He says it like it is, doesnt want fame and is a delight to listen to. By speaking like an average joe, the fans love watching him do anything. He has gotten famous because he doesnt crave it. Sort of ironic. Peek into Guy Martin Peek into Guy Martin's life on his passion for anything on wheels, especially trucks and Isle of Man TT If you like Guy you will like this book. A must read for any fan of Guy Martin or real road racing. The narrators voice was spot on. Freaking amazing! side burns ftw. Some people just have the cool factor built in. Guy is cool and this book is put together really well! bravo. Very Honest and hard-working Dude! This guy is the Rocky Balboa of motorcycle racing! He just doesn't quit! This book is an absolute must read and he will blow your nuts off! Or if your girl Well I don't know you figure it out... Read it anyway. https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/pd/Bios-Memoirs/Everybodys-Got-Something-Audiobook/B00J473LJ2 Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/312/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: Everybody's Got Something Author: Robin Roberts, Veronica Chambers Narrator: Robin Roberts Format: Unabridged Length: 7 hrs and 18 mins Language: English Release date: 04-22-14 Publisher: Hachette Audio Ratings: 4.5 of 5 out of 213 votes Genres: Bios & Memoirs, Celebrities Publisher's Summary: "Regardless of how much money you have, your race, where you live, what religion you follow, you are going through something. Or you already have or you will. As momma always said, 'Everybody's got something.'" So begins beloved Good Morning America anchor Robin Roberts' new memoir in which she recounts the incredible journey that's been her life so far, and the lessons she's learned along the way. With grace, heart, and humor, she writes about overcoming breast cancer only to learn five years later that she will need a bone marrow transplant to combat a rare blood disorder, the grief and heartbreak she suffered when her mother passed away, her triumphant return to GMA after her medical leave, and the tremendous support and love of her family and friends that saw her through her difficult times. Following her mother's advice to "make your mess your message", Robin taught a nation of viewers that while it is true that we've all got something - a medical crisis to face, aging parents to care for, heartbreak in all its many forms - we've also all got something to give: Hope, encouragement, a life-saving transplant or a spirit-saving embrace. As Robin has learned, and what listeners of her remarkable story will come to believe as well, it's all about faith, family and friends. And finding out that you are stronger, much stronger, than you think. PLEASE NOTE: When you purchase this title, the accompanying reference material will be available in your My Library section along with the audio. PLEASE NOTE: When you purchase this title, the accompanying reference material will be available in your My Library section along with the audio. biacuaduc@gmail.com (Robin Roberts) Tue, 22 Apr 2014 20:16:07 GMT https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/pd/Bios-Memoirs/Everybodys-Got-Something-Audiobook/B00J473LJ2 thebookvoice.com 07:18:00 no Listen to full audiobooks for free on thebookvoice.com Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/312/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: Everybody's Got Something Author: Robin Roberts, Veronica Chambers Narrator: Robin Roberts Format: Unabridged Length: 7 hrs and 18 mins Language: English Release date: 04-22-14 Publisher: Hachette Audio Ratings: 4.5 of 5 out of 213 votes Genres: Bios & Memoirs, Celebrities Publisher's Summary: "Regardless of how much money you have, your race, where you live, what religion you follow, you are going through something. Or you already have or you will. As momma always said, 'Everybody's got something.'" So begins beloved Good Morning America anchor Robin Roberts' new memoir in which she recounts the incredible journey that's been her life so far, and the lessons she's learned along the way. With grace, heart, and humor, she writes about overcoming breast cancer only to learn five years later that she will need a bone marrow transplant to combat a rare blood disorder, the grief and heartbreak she suffered when her mother passed away, her triumphant return to GMA after her medical leave, and the tremendous support and love of her family and friends that saw her through her difficult times. Following her mother's advice to "make your mess your message", Robin taught a nation of viewers that while it is true that we've all got something - a medical crisis to face, aging parents to care for, heartbreak in all its many forms - we've also all got something to give: Hope, encouragement, a life-saving transplant or a spirit-saving embrace. As Robin has learned, and what listeners of her remarkable story will come to believe as well, it's all about faith, family and friends. And finding out that you are stronger, much stronger, than you think. PLEASE NOTE: When you purchase this title, the accompanying reference material will be available in your My Library section along with the audio. PLEASE NOTE: When you purchase this title, the accompanying reference material will be available in your My Library section along with the audio. Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/312/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: Everybody's Got Something Author: Robin Roberts, Veronica Chambers Narrator: Robin Roberts Format: Unabridged Length: 7 hrs and 18 mins Language: English Release date: 04-22-14 Publisher: Hachette Audio Ratings: 4.5 of 5 out of 213 votes Genres: Bios & Memoirs, Celebrities Publisher's Summary: "Regardless of how much money you have, your race, where you live, what religion you follow, you are going through something. Or you already have or you will. As momma always said, 'Everybody's got something.'" So begins beloved Good Morning America anchor Robin Roberts' new memoir in which she recounts the incredible journey that's been her life so far, and the lessons she's learned along the way. With grace, heart, and humor, she writes about overcoming breast cancer only to learn five years later that she will need a bone marrow transplant to combat a rare blood disorder, the grief and heartbreak she suffered when her mother passed away, her triumphant return to GMA after her medical leave, and the tremendous support and love of her family and friends that saw her through her difficult times. Following her mother's advice to "make your mess your message", Robin taught a nation of viewers that while it is true that we've all got something - a medical crisis to face, aging parents to care for, heartbreak in all its many forms - we've also all got something to give: Hope, encouragement, a life-saving transplant or a spirit-saving embrace. As Robin has learned, and what listeners of her remarkable story will come to believe as well, it's all about faith, family and friends. And finding out that you are stronger, much stronger, than you think. PLEASE NOTE: When you purchase this title, the accompanying reference material will be available in your My Library section along with the audio. PLEASE NOTE: When you purchase this title, the accompanying reference material will be available in your My Library section along with the audio. Members Reviews: Thank God for Robin Roberts Having just come out of a season of loss, this book was a real life saver. Thank you Robin for writing it, and for sharing some of your (and family) philosophies. Its so true -- everyone's got something, so dust it off and keep after it. Pray, love and be true. That is all that matters. An upbeat story Along with many people in the country I became aware of Robin Roberts diagnosis of MDS and pending bone marrow transplant while watching Diane Sawyer on ABC Nightly News. This book is astonishingly honest and refreshingly upbeat as Roberts tells the shock of discovering once again she had to fight for her life. Roberts, a hall of fame college basketball player and host on ABCs Good Morning America T.V. show tells the story of her recent bone marrow transplant. This new diagnosis was apparently an unusual complication of her prior chemotherapy for breast cancer. All her family was tested for a match and her sister Sally Ann was a match and was willing to donate her bone marrow stem cells to Robin. Just prior to beginning the critical phase of the procedure her Mother died. She tells how she manages to deal with the grief and the transplant together. The books co-author is Veronica Chambers. Roberts tells about all the people from close friends, family, colleagues from ABC and ESPN as well as viewer of GMA supported her in her recovery. She tells how fortunate she has been in having a great supportive family. Following her mothers advice to make her mess her mission, Roberts is pushing for publicity for transplant donors. https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/pd/Bios-Memoirs/Mr-Hockey-Audiobook/B00O9GMNMO Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/312/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: Mr. Hockey Subtitle: My Story Author: Gordie Howe Narrator: Don Hagen Format: Unabridged Length: 6 hrs and 59 mins Language: English Release date: 10-14-14 Publisher: Penguin Audio Ratings: 4.5 of 5 out of 85 votes Genres: Bios & Memoirs, Celebrities Publisher's Summary: The definitive autobiography from hockey's greatest living legend - "Mr. Hockey" himself, Gordie Howe. Big, skilled, tough on the ice, and nearly indestructible, Howe dominated both the sport and the record books like no one has before or since. Over an incredible six decades, the Hall of Famer had so many accomplishments that he set the record for the most records by any athlete ever in any sport. He also achieved the remarkable feat of playing for six years with his own two sons, Mark and Marty. But Howe did not inspire generations of hockey players simply by rewriting the record books. When people talk about him, it's the man they revere even more than the player. Despite his ferocity on the ice, Howe's name has long been a byword for decency and generosity. A family man, a man of his word, a lifelong ambassador for the game, he is a true icon, and now he takes us through it all, from his Depression-era childhood and early obstacles through the ups and downs of his spectacular career, to his enduring marriage and close relationship with his children, to his thoughts on the game of hockey today. There has never been a comprehensive account of Howe's life from the man himself. Now is the time. biacuaduc@gmail.com (Gordie Howe) Tue, 14 Oct 2014 05:50:56 GMT https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/pd/Bios-Memoirs/Mr-Hockey-Audiobook/B00O9GMNMO thebookvoice.com 06:59:00 no Listen to full audiobooks for free on thebookvoice.com Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/312/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: Mr. Hockey Subtitle: My Story Author: Gordie Howe Narrator: Don Hagen Format: Unabridged Length: 6 hrs and 59 mins Language: English Release date: 10-14-14 Publisher: Penguin Audio Ratings: 4.5 of 5 out of 85 votes Genres: Bios & Memoirs, Celebrities Publisher's Summary: The definitive autobiography from hockey's greatest living legend - "Mr. Hockey" himself, Gordie Howe. Big, skilled, tough on the ice, and nearly indestructible, Howe dominated both the sport and the record books like no one has before or since. Over an incredible six decades, the Hall of Famer had so many accomplishments that he set the record for the most records by any athlete ever in any sport. He also achieved the remarkable feat of playing for six years with his own two sons, Mark and Marty. But Howe did not inspire generations of hockey players simply by rewriting the record books. When people talk about him, it's the man they revere even more than the player. Despite his ferocity on the ice, Howe's name has long been a byword for decency and generosity. A family man, a man of his word, a lifelong ambassador for the game, he is a true icon, and now he takes us through it all, from his Depression-era childhood and early obstacles through the ups and downs of his spectacular career, to his enduring marriage and close relationship with his children, to his thoughts on the game of hockey today. There has never been a comprehensive account of Howe's life from the man himself. Now is the time. Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/312/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: Mr. Hockey Subtitle: My Story Author: Gordie Howe Narrator: Don Hagen Format: Unabridged Length: 6 hrs and 59 mins Language: English Release date: 10-14-14 Publisher: Penguin Audio Ratings: 4.5 of 5 out of 85 votes Genres: Bios & Memoirs, Celebrities Publisher's Summary: The definitive autobiography from hockey's greatest living legend - "Mr. Hockey" himself, Gordie Howe. Big, skilled, tough on the ice, and nearly indestructible, Howe dominated both the sport and the record books like no one has before or since. Over an incredible six decades, the Hall of Famer had so many accomplishments that he set the record for the most records by any athlete ever in any sport. He also achieved the remarkable feat of playing for six years with his own two sons, Mark and Marty. But Howe did not inspire generations of hockey players simply by rewriting the record books. When people talk about him, it's the man they revere even more than the player. Despite his ferocity on the ice, Howe's name has long been a byword for decency and generosity. A family man, a man of his word, a lifelong ambassador for the game, he is a true icon, and now he takes us through it all, from his Depression-era childhood and early obstacles through the ups and downs of his spectacular career, to his enduring marriage and close relationship with his children, to his thoughts on the game of hockey today. There has never been a comprehensive account of Howe's life from the man himself. Now is the time. Members Reviews: S trouble If Audible wants to pay me half market value, I'll record this without whistling all the S's. An Amazing Man! What did you love best about Mr. Hockey? Gordie Howe!! What did you like best about this story? Getting to know Mr.Howe and his true story What about Don Hagens performance did you like? Good voice Did you have an extreme reaction to this book? Did it make you laugh or cry? Just a great story with a wonderful history of hockey and one of the greatest man that ever played the sport. Any additional comments? Dont have to be a hockey fan to appreciate his story Great Story, Great Man, Great Life, Great Family this was my most anticipated audible book yet. Gordie Howe was not a childhood hero of mine; I was a little too young to appreciate his significance. he has been for quite some time one of my adulthood Heroes. now that same description fits entire family. if you enjoy hockey... this story is for you. fills mind with visions of ice and history truly educational as well