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10/12/2024

presents a powerful debunking of First Amendment orthodoxy that critiques “reckless speech,” which endangers vulnerable groups, and elevates “fearless speech,” which seeks to advance equality and democracy. Make sure to listen to Fearless Speech read by when it comes out this Tuesday!

“In this bold and bracing account, Mary Anne Franks urges Americans to distinguish the legal question of protected speech from what speech society should promote. Combining concrete policy reforms with inspiring stories of individuals who speak against abuses of power, Fearless Speech exhibits the courage and concern for the public good that it advocates.”—Martha Minow, author of Saving the News

10/09/2024

In the midst of her groundbreaking twenty-year career in the U.S. House of Representatives, Congresswoman Shirley Chisholm once declared, “Everyone—with the exception of the black woman herself—has been interpreting the black woman.” Edited and introduced by .d , Shirley Chisholm in Her Own Words, read by gives listeners a rare opportunity to engage with the congresswoman’s powerful ideas in her own voice.

10/07/2024

Exciting things are on the rise here at Voiceworks. Stay to tuned to find out about a new expansion. ⭐️

10/01/2024

A Paris gallery owner finds herself in danger when a mysterious man begins leaving her messages, in #1 New York Times bestselling author ’s thrilling new novel. Triangle, narrated by just published today, go listen!

09/23/2024

09/17/2024

The Story of Gumluck and the Dragon’s eggs by Adam Rex just published! This book is full of yawns. And not just your average yawns, either—there are seafaring yawns, giant yawns, miniature yawns, royal yawns, and even yawns with fire coming out of them. This book also contains three precious eggs, one confused dragon, a very silly wizard, and the tiny ghost who haunts his hair. The ghost’s name is Butterscotch. The wizard’s name is Gumluck, and he is a bumbling noodlehead. Narrated by Christina Moore.

09/14/2024

In this “monumental and impressive” biography, Max Boot, the distinguished political columnist, illuminates the untold story of Ronald Reagan, revealing the man behind the mythology. Drawing on interviews with over one hundred of the fortieth president’s aides, friends, and family members, as well as thousands of newly available documents, Boot provides “the best biography of Ronald Reagan to date” (Robert Mann) Boot shows how Reagan was armored in obliviousness. He traces Reagan’s opposition to civil rights over forty years, reveals how he neglected the exploding AIDS epidemic, and details how America experienced a level of income inequality not seen since the Gilded Age.
Narrated by .winton

09/12/2024

It was wonderful to connect with friends at the APA mixer Monday night. The audiobooks community continues to be fabulous and thriving!

09/06/2024

It was a pleasure to do post production on ‘s Garbage Island, read by the incredible .

Description: Archibald Shrew and Garbage Island’s mouse mayor, Mr. Popli, constantly argue over Archibald’s inventions, leading to their island falling apart. They become caught in a current and face dangers such as a storm, predators, and an enemy army, requiring bravery, creativity, and cooperation.

09/05/2024

‘s wonderful new children’s novel, The Pumpkin Princess and the Forever Night just published this week, just in time for the fall season! A spooky yet heartwarming adventure about one girl’s journey into the land of the undead, and the unexpected family she finds along the way. Perfect for fans of Nevermoor and the hit series Wednesday. Read by Alyssa Bresnahan. Go check it out!

09/01/2024

Dragons and their Wrath by published last week, and we could not be more thrilled! Go listen to three brilliant narrators ( ) read this magical book!

Description: The Celes Basin, built after conquest, faces threats from enemies and the Lord Reacher’s rule. Tesha, a glassblower’s apprentice, becomes a false tribute bride to sabotage Reacher, but her heart has other plans. Naili, an eccentric alchemist, has strange abilities that attract underground rulers. With time running out, she must gain power to survive and change the world. Ashadi, a dragon rider, protects the basin from The Sands, but is hunted after a shot pierces his dragon’s scales. As chaos spreads, Tesha, Naili, and Ashadi must fight to survive political enemies, long-buried secrets, and monsters.

08/30/2024

Big congratulations to and Ian Frazier for the Earphone Award going to Paradise Bronx! It was such a joy having Robert in the studio to read this wonderful and moving novel, this award is incredibly deserved. Well done!

08/22/2024

From Aurealis Award-nominated author comes a new sweeping epic fantasy full of dragons, alchemical magic, and forbidden romance that unfolds as three people in a shattered empire become entangled in a looming revolution. Voiceworks is thrilled to have welcomed these three incredible narrators and to record this magical novel. Stay tuned for when it comes out next week!

08/20/2024

Our recording of the latest book in Leslie Gould’s Amish Memory series, By Evenings Light released today! Narrated by Christina Moore and Stephanie Cozart, By Evening’s Light follows protagonist Treva Zimmerman, who returns to Lancaster County after a failed relationship and plans to leave her Plain heritage behind for Alaska. However, her aunt’s heart attack leads her to investigate Rosene’s past. Their former farmhand, Gabe Johnson, returns, complicating Treva’s plans. She must decide whether to embrace her family’s legacy or break free from past pressures to forge a new life.

08/17/2024

Voiceworks is proud to have recently welcomed to our studios to record Ian Frazier’s new novel which comes out next week! Paradise Bronx is a 15-year exploration of the Bronx, revealing its rich history, including its origins as the Neutral Ground during the Revolution and its role as a founding father. Frazier explores the settlers’ immigration waves, including Irish, Italian, Jewish, African American, Caribbean, and Puerto Rican. The book also explores the romance of the Yankees, the Cross Bronx Expressway disaster, and the resurgence of community through mutual aid.

08/15/2024

The Cheesmaker’s Daughter by published today! Go listen to our recording read by of this beautiful novel where Marina Maržic returns to her Croatian island to help her father save his failing cheese factory, Sirana. Forced to confront her divided Croatian-American identity and her past as a refugee from former Yugoslavia, Marina moves in with her parents and starts a new life working at Sirana. As her past with a rival cheesemaker’s son stokes unrest, Marina must find a way to save Sirana and learn to belong on her own terms. The Cheesemaker’s Daughter explores cultural and ethnic tensions in a complex region before Croatia joins the European Union.

“The Cheesemaker’s Daughter takes us to Pag, an island where sheep’s milk becomes curds, partners become rivals, exes become new possibilities, and one woman finally becomes who she was meant to be. Deeply researched and fully inhabited, this novel is a thrilling, transformative read.”—Julia Phillips, bestselling author of Disappearing Earth, finalist for the National Book Award

08/13/2024

Go listen to our recording of Janet Dailey’s newest western romance, Calder County, read by .winton ! Set In the 1920s, Blue Moon, Montana, is a small cattle town amidst the excitement of new inventions and roles for women. Mason Dollarhide, a convicted smuggling gangster, is captured by federal agents after a crash. Ruby Weaver, a young woman, takes over his route to help break up a bootlegging ring. Mason is drawn to Ruby due to her bravery and beauty, but she also has a secret that could jeopardize their future together. Meanwhile, other romances in Blue Moon continue, and old family rivalries continue.

The epic tale of the settling of the American West comes to vivid life in this inspiring saga of love, hope, and endurance.

07/26/2024

The recording of Roz Noonan’s newest novel, Puzzle Me Murder, narrated by Christina Moore, published this week. The thrilling story follows Librarian Alice Pepper, a gifted detective in West Hazel, Oregon, who faces a murder mystery that threatens her life. With the help of her friends, she defends her confidant Ruby Milliner, who was accused of murdering her cheating husband, George. Alice’s secret search aims to exonerate Ruby and restore peace in the community. However, her efforts risk meeting a vengeful killer, as she struggles to navigate the complexities of her new role.

Go check it out to find out what happens!

07/19/2024

Go listen to Allen C. Guelzo’s Voices From Gettysburg, read by our wonderful narrator !Powerful, haunting, and unforgettable, this remarkable gathering of original documents, including never-before-published letters and papers, creates a day-by-day eyewitness account of the monumental collision at Gettysburg, in the words of the commanders, soldiers, politicians, and civilians from both the North and the South who experienced firsthand the changing course of the Civil War.

07/09/2024

Check out our recording of ‘s newest YA romance novel; The Summer Love strategy!

Hayley always develops crushes but none of them ever like her back. After her latest unrequited crush on a girl from her basketball team, she decides to stop falling for unavailable people. Her best friend, Talia, rarely gets crushes and is tired of seeing Hayley heartbroken. They make a pact to help each other find summer love by putting themselves in romantic movie-like scenarios. They come up with a list of places like the beach, Pride parade, pool, MUNA concert, and parties to find their real-life rom-com. Despite some mishaps, they eventually score dates and wonder if they can overcome their obstacles to find the romance they deserve.

06/20/2024

Our recording of Anna Noyes’ latest novel, The Blue Maiden is out now! Set in 1825 on Berggrund Island, Pastor Silas takes over as the priest, succeeding the last one who accused women of witchcraft. Silas has two daughters, Beata and Ulrika, who are considered outcasts. As the girls grow older, they become more rebellious and obsessed with the island’s dark past and their absent mother. Ulrika shoulders the responsibility of keeping the house while Bea longs for companionship. When an outsider arrives, their family bond is threatened, and a hidden history begins to unravel. The neighboring island, the Blue Maiden, holds secrets the sisters have been searching for. This Nordic Gothic story, set in a patriarchal society, explores lost lineage and resilience. Go listen to this incredibly moving story, read by

06/18/2024

From the author of Pack Up the Moon (.higgins ), we are pleased to announce our recording of a funny, romantic, and deeply moving novel about the unexpected rewards that come from life’s detours. Lark Smith had a well-laid plan for her life, but things are not going as expected. She couldn’t find a good partner, got transferred out of Oncology, and her parents separated. In a twist of fate, she agrees to be the date of renowned surgeon Lorenzo Santini for his sister’s wedding in exchange for help with her career. However, Lark unexpectedly falls for Lorenzo’s estranged brother. Meanwhile, her mom forms a close bond with their landlady, Joy. Together, the three women navigate the uncertainties of life and discover that sometimes the best things are unplanned.

06/16/2024

The audiobook of First Frost by has now been released! Walt Longmire returns in this twentieth installment of the award-winning and bestselling series that has been a hit on both the page and the screen. Set in the unsoiled countryside of Wyoming, Sheriff Walt Longmire has to navigate his own increasingly complicated personal life with the ever-changing and often violent underworld that encroaches on what was once referred to as the Old West. This time, he is up against a sinister plot that could hurt the people closest to him and forever change the way he sees his beloved Wyoming. Go listen to this riveting story, read by .

06/14/2024

According to recent studies, barely a third of American workers feel “engaged” at work, and for many people around the world, happiness is lowest when earning power is highest. In Is Your Work Worth It?, two professors–a philosopher and organizational psychologist–investigate the purpose of work and its value in our lives. This essential book combines inspiring stories of real people with recent scholarship, ancient wisdom, arts, and literature to help us clarify what worthy work looks like, what tradeoffs are acceptable to pursue it, and what our work can contribute to society. Go listen to our recording, Narrated by: , Jennifer Tosti-Kharas, Christopher Wong Michaelson

05/22/2024

No matter what form data takes, and what purpose we think it’s being used for, data will always have a secret life. Go listen to our newly released recording of The Secret life of Data, and learn from and how data surveillance, digital forensics, and generative AI pose new long-term threats and opportunities—and how we can use them to make better decisions in the face of technological uncertainty. Narrated by . Enjoy!