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Discussion of Scribd and its unlimited borrowing model for audiobooks with guest Mark Siegal . We also briefly discuss upcoming audiobook and book award seasons. Scribd ** Related Narrated Episodes on Audiobook Services: ** 8: Intro to Audiobooks * (Audible) * 21: Free Audiobooks From Your Local Library * (Overdrive, Libby, and Hoopla) * ** Awards Discussion: ** Audie Award finalists will be annou...

Spinning Silver, written by Naomi Novik, and narrated by Lisa Flanagan, is a wonderful stand alone fantasy novel that weaves together elements of the Rumpelstiltskin story and Eastern European folk lore into an enjoyable and engaging story. Published by Penguin Random House Audio. Spinning Silver Uprooted The Bear and the Nightingale Narrated Episode 1: The Night Circus Narrated Episode 6: Stardus...

Mark Siegal joins me to discuss recent Audible changes including the Audible Originals program which offers two free audio offerings to members each month. We also discuss some recent audible originals including Laurie Berkner's Song and Story Kitchen, narrated by Laurie Berkner and Josiah Gaffney. Audible Originals Laurie Berkner's Song and Story Kitchen We Are The Dinosaurs [Video] Narrated Epis...

Walt Disney: The Triumph of The American Imagination, written by Neal Gabler, and narrated by Arthur Morey celebrates the remarkable life of Walter Elias Disney. Episode includes discussion with guest Gilbert Tang. Walt Disney: The Triumph of the American Imagination **Selected Video References:** Alice's Wonderland Oswald the Lucky Rabbit - Trolley Troubles Plan Crazy (Mickey Mouse) Silly Symphon...

The Calculating Stars, written and narrated by Mary Robinette Kowal, follows former WASP pilot Elma York throughout an alternate space race spurred on by an apocalyptic meteorite strike off the Eastern United States. Episode includes guest Mark Siegal. Calculating Stars Lady Astronaut series Rip-Off! The Lady Astronaut of Mars [Tor] Hidden Figures (audiobook) Hidden Figures (movie) Mercury 13 Seve...

With an expanding landscape of audiobook listening options, special guest Gilbert Tang shares his experiences with Audible on the Apple Watch (Series 3 & 4) and Sonos smart speakers. Audible on Apple Watch Apple Watch: Series 3 , Series 4 Apply CarPlay Bose QuietComfort 2 headphones Apple Airpods Audible on Sonos Sonos: Beam , One , Play:5 , Connect:Amp Apple HomePod Amazon Echo What are we listen...

A 9-month check-in with Mark Siegal on his journey of decluttering and organizing following the guidelines of The Life-Changing Magic of Tidying Up, written by Marie Kondo, narrated by Emily Woo Zeller, and published by Tantor Audio. Narrated Episode 3: The Life-Changing Magic of Tidying Up The Life-Changing Magic of Tidying Up Marie Kondo: Basic Folding Method (video) Spark Joy: An Illustrated Ma...

Brandon Sanderson's Legion series of novellas introduces us to Stephen Leeds, a genius problem solver who works with his hallucinatory "aspects" to help solve mysteries. The series is compiled in this omnibus edition set in a near future that brings together elements of science fiction, fantasy, and mystery. Narrated by Oliver Wyman and published by Macmillan Audio. Legion: The Many Lives of Steph...

We discuss short audio fiction with Chris Herron, host and narrator for Tall Tale TV. Tall Tale TV Selected Recomendations: Of Monsters and Mushrooms [Series] Of Tyrants and Teakettles [Series] The Baboons Of Mars Garg the Good A Matter of Scale [2 Parts] Ignited in Darkness Unbound Last Breath Day Mama's Boy Circle The Maddening Science [2 Parts] Chris Herron [Narrator]: On ACX Liquid Gambit (Upc...

Inspired by Audible's Mount Everest Badge, we explore longer audiobooks by drafting our favorite audiobooks longer than 20 hours. Guests include Mark Siegal and Gilbert Tang. **Round 1:** Mark: Leviathan Wakes [20:56] Gilbert: Song of Ice and Fire [33:46-48:55] Scott: Stormlight Archive [45:29 - 55:05] **Round 2:** Mark: Harry Potter and the Order of the Phoenix [27:02] Gilbert: Console Wars [20:4...

Libraries are increasingly offering digital lending to patrons using services like Overdrive and Hoopla to allow patrons to borrow audiobooks (plus ebooks and other digital media) for free. Guest Mark Siegal joins me to discuss tips for using these services. We also discuss the recently awarded 2018 Hugo Awards, 1943 Retro Hugo Awards, and recent audiobook news. Overdrive Libby Hoopla 2018 Hugo Aw...

This bonus episode is a follow-on to episode 19 featuring additional discussion, with spoilers and speculation, of the Star Wars: Thrawn series, written by Timothy Zahn and narrated by Marc Thompson. This episode features special guest Jerome Tarter. *[Note: Unfortunately, due to technical difficulties, our audio quality for this episode is less than ideal. Our apologies for the inconvenience.* Th...

The Star Wars: Thrawn series, written by Timothy Zahn and narrated by Marc Thompson, reintroduces a beloved character into the new Star Wars canon. This episode features special guest Jerome Tarter. Thrawn Thrawn: Alliances Thrawn: Alliances Star Wars: Rebels (TV Show) Star Wars: Clone Wars (TV Show) Star Wars: Galaxy's Edge (Walt Disney World)

This bonus episode is a follow-on to episode 17 featuring additional discussion, with spoilers, to our discussion of Aristotle and Dante Discover the Secrets to the Universe written by Benjamin Alire Sáenz and narrated by Lin-Manuel Miranda. This episode features special guest Shachi Bhatt. Aristotle and Dante Discover the Secrets to the Universe

Aristotle and Dante Discover the Secrets to the Universe is a lyrical coming of age story written by Benjamin Alire Sáenz and narrated by Lin-Manuel Miranda. This episode features special guest Shachi Bhatt. Our Discussion is spoiler-free. Aristotle and Dante Discover the Secrets to the Universe

Born a Crime: Stories From a South African Childhood, is a memoir written and narrated by Trevor Noah. This episode features returning guest Gilbert Tang. Born a Crime NY Times Audio Non-Fiction Best Seller List Calypso

A discussion of audiobooks for kids including listening tips and spoiler-free book recommendations. We also discuss podcast updates. Libby - Library ebooks and audiobooks Hoopla - Instant streaming library audiobooks (and more) A to Z Mysteries Clementine series Disney*Pixar Storybook Collection Curious George Rides a Bike Mike Mulligan and His Steam Shovel Wild Robot Judy Moody Harry Potter The T...

The Golem and the Jinni is a literary fantasy novel written by Helene Wecker, narrated by George Guidall, and published by HarperAudio. Our discussion is spoiler-free. The Golem and the Jinni Start your free trial at Audible

The Broken Earth is an award winning fantasy series written by N.K. Jemisin and narrated by Robin Miles. The trilogy begins with the Fifth Season. We also discuss recent awards including the Audie Awards, Audible Narrator Hall of Fame, and the Nebula Award nominees for Best Novel. Our discussions are spoiler-free. The Fifth Season The Broken Earth series Narrated Episode 8: Intro to Audiobooks 201...

Scythe is a science fiction novel written by Neal Shusterman, narrated by Greg Tremblay, and published by Audible Studios. The novel is the first book in the Arc of the Scythe trilogy, along with Thunderhead and the forthcoming The Toll. This episode features special guest Gilbert Tang, and the first half of our discussion is spoiler-free. Start your free trial at Audible Scythe Thunderhead

This episode was recorded a week after we saw the movie adaptation of Ready Player One, originally covered in episode 7. The discussion includes spoilers for the movie and the audiobook. Narrated Episode 7: Ready Player One Start your free trial at Audible Ready Player One audiobook Ready Player One movie pre-order Fanfiction about Sorrento written by Andy Weir

Bored and Brilliant, written and narrated by Manoush Zomorodi, is about experimenting with using gadgets less often to improve your creativity and productivity. This episode features special guest Linus Edwards, host of the podcast Slow. Start your free trial at Audible Bored and Brilliant Slow podcast, hosted by Linus Edwards Original episodes about the challenge on Note to Self podcast Two Dots...

Lock In is a science fiction novel written by John Scalzi, with two different audiobook versions narrated by either Wil Wheaton or Amber Benson. It's published by Audible Studios. Head On, a stand-alone follow-up novel, was released on April 17, 2018, and it also features two audiobook versions with the same choice of narrators. Start your free trial at Audible Lock In (narrated by Wil Wheaton) Lo...

An intro to audiobooks, with tips on how to listen, where else to find recommendations, and a link to download a free audiobook from Audible. Start your free trial at Audible NY Times Audio Fiction Best Seller List NY Times Audio Non-Fiction Best Seller List 2018 Audie Awards Nominations A short history of the audiobook, 20 years after the first portable digital audio device Ready Player One ( dis...

Ready Player One is a science fiction novel written by Ernest Cline and narrated by Wil Wheaton. This episode features regular co-hosts Mark Siegal and Scott Ullery, and our discussion is spoiler-free. Ready Player One Start your free trial at Audible