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WAYWARD SON by Rainbow Rowell, read by Euan Morton Oct 04, 2019

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What happens to the "chosen one" after the big bad guy's gone? Join host Jo Reed and AudioFile's Emily Connelly as they talk about this highly anticipated sequel to Rainbow Rowell's CARRY ON, and the exceptional skills of narrator Euan Morton. Simon Snow defeated the Insidious Humdrum, and now he's flunking out of university, has lost his magic, and feels very glum. His best friend Penelope hatches a plan for a good old-fashioned road trip in America, so Simon, his vampire boyfriend Baz, and energetic Penelope head off. Morton smoothly shifts between distinct voices and emotions for every character they encounter on the road. Published by Macmillan Audio.

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Join New York Times bestselling author Patti Callahan for a seven-part original podcast – Behind the Scenes of Becoming Mrs. Lewis – and explore in depth the improbable and beautiful love story between C.S. Lewis and Joy Davidman.Learn more at www.becomingmrslewispodcast.com.

THE LONG CALL by Ann Cleeves, read by Ben Aldridge Oct 03, 2019

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A smashing start to a new mystery series from Ann Cleeves. Host Jo Reed and AudioFile's Emily Connelly take listeners to charming North Devon, England, where DI Matthew Venn's team has just found the body of a dead man on the beach. Ben Aldridge narrates with a cool and easy pace, mirroring Matthew's calm demeanor as he leads his team on the investigation. The clues all point toward Matthew's own past with his estranged religious community, and his sweet husband. Aldridge's smoothly shifting accents introduce listeners to a new team of investigators in a community that has many secrets to uncover. The perfect next listen for fans of Cleeves's Vera Stanhope and Shetland series. Published by Macmillan Audio.

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THE TEN THOUSAND DOORS OF JANUARY by Alix E. Harrow, read by January LaVoy Oct 02, 2019

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January LaVoy's breathtaking narration shines in this historical fantasy. Host Jo Reed and AudioFile's Emily Connelly marvel at LaVoy's ability to bring dynamic and diverse characters to life. January Scaller is a daring young girl who feels trapped in the country home of her guardian, Mr. Locke, while her dad is off on adventures. When she finds a Door that leads to another world, and a book that points to the existence of thousands of doors, everything changes. Published by Hachette Audio.

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FRANKLY IN LOVE by David Yoon, read by Raymond J. Lee Oct 01, 2019

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Emotionally and culturally authentic teen listening. AudioFile's Emily Connelly tells host Jo Reed all the many reasons she loved listening to David Yoon's new YA bestseller. Franki Li is a sweet, nerdy high school junior falling in love with his classmate. Only trouble is, she's white, and his Korean parents only want him dating Korean girls. Narrator Raymond J. Lee's empathetic performance captures everything in Frank's life from the disconnect between first- and second-generation immigrants and the hilarious and heartfelt conversations between Frank and his friends. Published by Listening Library.

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THE TESTAMENTS by Margaret Atwood, read by Ann Dowd, Bryce Dallas Howard, Mae Whitman, Derek Jacobi, Tantoo Cardinal, Margaret Atwood Sep 30, 2019

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This impressive sequel is even more dramatic on audio. Host Jo Reed and AudioFile's Emily Connelly recommend Margaret Atwood's sequel to her dystopian classic, THE HANDMAID'S TALE. Set fifteen years after Offred fled Gilead, the story focuses on the lives of Aunts, Wives, and children in that society. The imposing Aunt Lydia is a central player in Gilead, and her secretive diary entries are narrated by Ann Dowd, known for her role as Aunt Lydia on the television adaptation. Witness testimonies are narrated by Bryce Dallas Howard and Mae Whitman, whose voices reflect the divergent lives they live as children in Gilead and Canada. Published by Random House Audio.

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Support for Behind the Mic with AudioFile Magazine comes from Paperback Classics, a new imprint from Oasis Family Media, bringing the best vintage pulp paperbacks to audio, including the 1960s cult-classic series Dark Shadows.

ENDLESS NOVELTIES OF EXTRAORDINARY INTEREST by Doug Macdougall, read by Sean Runnette Sep 27, 2019

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A compelling tale of scientific discoveries at sea. AudioFile's Jonathan Smith and host Jo Reed learn about H.M.S. Challenger, which made the first scientific explorations of the sea in the 1870s. Sean Runnette's steady voice suits the spirit of the narrative written by an esteemed oceanographer. Hear of the biological riches dredged up from the ocean floor and the legacy the voyage left for our ongoing study of the ocean. Published by Tantor Media.

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THE MOSQUITO by Timothy C. Winegard, read by Mark Deakins Sep 26, 2019

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Get up close and personal with one of humankind's fiercest enemies. Join host Jo Reed and AudioFile's Jonathan Smith to hear how mosquitoes have changed the course of human history and still impact us today. Mark Deakins's skillfull narration holds listeners' attention as we learn how mosquitoes could have been the downfall of King Tut and the reason the Magna Carta was signed. Published by Penguin Audio.

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THE MAN IN THE WHITE LINEN SUIT by David Handler, read by Peter Berkrot Sep 25, 2019

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Listen as Peter Berkrot captures all of ghostwriter Stewart Hoag's wit, wisecracks, and warmth. Host Jo Reed and AudioFile's Jonathan Smith discuss this latest mystery from David Handler. The down-on-his-luck Hoag is penning celebrity memoirs, but he might finally have a handle on his own second novel. Literary mischief and mayhem ensue when he's called upon to investigate a missing manuscript, and Berkrot has a lot of fun bringing the story to life. Published by Harper Audio.

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THE GRAMMARIANS by Cathleen Schine, read by Hillary Huber Sep 24, 2019

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"Her words are candy on my tongue," says narrator Hillary Huber of author Cathleen Schine. AudioFile's Jonathan Smith tells host Jo Reed about this fiction audiobook perfect for lovers of words — and great narration. Twin girls are born with a love of language, honed with their parents' encouragement and centered around the family's dictionary. Their shared love for the English language draws them ever closer together until a fierce rivalry tears them apart. This is a fun, captivating audiobook, and Huber is the perfect voice for it. Published by Macmillan Audio.

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STEALING THE SHOW by John Barelli, Zachary Schisgal, read by Mack Sanderson Sep 23, 2019

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Dive into the world of art theft with the Met's former Chief Security Officer. Host Jo Reed and AudioFile's Jonathan Smith discover the history of famous art heists and discuss how narrator Mark Sanderson's deep voice lends an authoritative tone to John Barelli's memoir. Being responsible for the Metropolitan Museum of Art's vast collection meant not only guarding against thieves but also working to secure the large institution against acts of terrorism. If watching THE GOLDFINCH makes you wonder who would steal priceless works of art — have we got a listen for you! Published by Blackstone Audio.

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