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100 Quotes by Jane Austen, Hörbuch, Digital, 23min
Jane Austen is one of the most widely read British authors. Her realism and biting irony make for a very lively read, and the quality of her plots have earned her a high-ranking place into the hearts of scholars. Her greatest stories sparkled a wave of adaptations in the last decades, because of their touching modernity and the realism of their reflections on the attitude of women about marriage and social standing. Pride and Prejudice has been called the second most beloved book of all British production; Sense and Sensibility, Mansfield Park, and Emma are also seminal works which have inspired countless readers. We have selected for you 100 inspirational quotes by Jane Austen, to provide you with the most intense of her reflections, thoughts and analysis about women and feminism, love, romance, and social institutions. Enjoy the style of this most beloved author and take pleasure in her lively, humorous words. Language: English. Narrator: Katie Haigh. Audio sample: https://samples.audible.de/bk/cids/000556/bk_cids_000556_sample.mp3. Digital audiobook in aax.- Shop: Audible
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The Castle Corona , Hörbuch, Digital, ungekürzt, 283min
Long ago and far away... There was a castle. But not just any castle. This was a castle that glittered and sparkled and rose majestically above the banks of the winding Winono River: the Castle Corona. And in this castle lived a family. But not just any family. This was the family of King Guido - rich and royal and...spoiled. And King Guido was so spoiled that neither jewels nor gold nor splendid finery could please him, for what he longed for most was...a nap and a gown that didn't itch. Far below this grand, glittering castle lived two peasants. But not just any peasants. These peasants, though poor and pitiful, were plucky and proud, and in possession of a stolen pouch. But not just any pouch. A pouch whose very contents had the power to unlock secrets and transform lives. And oh, there is an author. But not just any author. Sharon Creech is a Newbery Medal-winning author whose tantalizing tale will not only dazzle and delight but also entertain and excite. ungekürzt. Language: English. Narrator: Jennifer Wiltsie. Audio sample: https://samples.audible.de/bk/harp/001526/bk_harp_001526_sample.mp3. Digital audiobook in aax.- Shop: Audible
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Knight Blazer: Sword of Esoncia, Book 1 , Hörbuch, Digital, ungekürzt, 97min
In a world where evil is getting stronger and darkness is rising, new hope is needed. Raiden, who wants to prove himself as a warrior, finds a path opens up for him through the Portal of Ravacore, to a new world filled with evil Rakshasas! Who is the dragon girl, Arisha, whom he encounters and why is she fiercely passionate in the defense of the realm? Does Raiden have enough faith to survive in this magical world and also handle Arisha's hostility? Find out in this thrilling adventure, as whoever succeeds in taking up the Sword of Esoncia must rise victorious as the champion of the light... Introducing Grafor - Extract From Chapter 2 - Dragon Girl Sunlight sparkled on his red scales, scattering red and gold light around the clearing. Against the natural greens and browns, Grafor's ruby coloring made him look like a wound in the land. Such a dark thought made Arisha uneasy. She shook her head to clear it - there was too much darkness creeping into her world and she must not contribute to it by adding her own. ungekürzt. Language: English. Narrator: Alexander Masters. Audio sample: https://samples.audible.de/bk/acx0/031013/bk_acx0_031013_sample.mp3. Digital audiobook in aax.- Shop: Audible
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Wild Justice , Hörbuch, Digital, ungekürzt, 959min
Wild Justice is an adrenaline-filled thriller with an extraordinary hero at its heart, from best-selling author Wilbur Smith. 'As he ducked he heard the familiar sound, like a giant ripping heavyweight canvas, an automatic weapon throwing bullets at a cyclic rate of almost two thousand rounds a minute, and the bullets tore into the side of the Maserati, beating in the metal with an ear-numbing clangour, while glass exploded in upon Peter like the glittering spray as a storm-driven waves strikes a rock. Glass chips pelted across his back and stung his cheek and the back of his neck. They sparkled like a diamond tiara in his hair.' The hijacking of a jumbo jet off the Seychelles galvanises antiterrorist chief Peter Stride into the action for which he has spent a lifetime training. But even in the hail of bullets which follows, he knows that this is only the beginning of a nightmare. Stride is the one man who might find the twisted genius who holds the world hostage - if only his every move were not anticipated by the enemy.... ungekürzt. Language: English. Narrator: Joe Jameson. Audio sample: https://samples.audible.de/bk/adbl/034289/bk_adbl_034289_sample.mp3. Digital audiobook in aax.- Shop: Audible
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Humble Heron and Friends: Short Stories, Fuzzy Animals, and Life Lessons: Karma for Kids Books , Hörbuch, Digital, ungekürzt, 58min
Humble Heron flapped his big, blue wings as fast as he could. He knew he shouldn't have flown so far away from Fala Forest on Gathering Day. Especially not the day before the festival. But he really, really wanted to see the sparkly white beach his good friend, Jolly Blue Jay, told him about. The sand sparkled like diamonds and the waves crashed to the shore with loads of bubbly bubbles. But now he needed to hurry home. He didn't want his family to worry. His wings began to tire out. But he didn't want to be late. So he beat them faster, again, and again, and again. Chapters include fun and interesting stories with lessons on: Respect Diversity Patience Kindness Honesty Forgiveness Teamwork Karma for Kids Books We once knew a beautiful Labrador Retriever named Karma. Yes, Karma is a retriever. Whatever we threw out, Karma was happy to bring it back to us. It didn't matter what it was, she always brought it back. It's the same in life. Whatever you send out, is what you will get back. Our Karma for Kids Books hopes to instill this simple Law of the Universe into the lives of young children everywhere. Life can be amazing! ungekürzt. Language: English. Narrator: Gene Blake. Audio sample: https://samples.audible.de/bk/acx0/103601/bk_acx0_103601_sample.mp3. Digital audiobook in aax.- Shop: Audible
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The Enchanted Coin , Hörbuch, Digital, ungekürzt, 175min
Retired Air Force Colonel and Senior Federal Agent Launches New Action Adventure Fiction We have all heard of tales of UFOs, ghosts, people who say they can talk to the spirits, ancient curses, and magical talismans. Most of us automatically dismiss them as false, figments of people's imagination, and understandably so. However, might not just a few of them be true? I don't know, but I heard this story from a young man the other day who swore the fascinating tale I have set forth in this book really did really occur, because it happened to him. You be the judge. Fourteen-year-old Greg Worling's life changed the day he found an eight-sided coin along the edge of a pond on his parent's farm. The coin sparkled as though it reflected the sun's light, even in the shade. Drawn to it, Greg discovers an inscription on the coin that reads, "Greg, drop this coin into the fountain in front of the tree of life". Weeks later, his little sister by his side, Greg tosses the coin into the small fountain and is instantaneously transported to a strange land. The Enchanted Coin is a Mouse Gate Fiction Action Adventure and captivates the attention of children and adults alike. The Enchanted Coin is a 2013 grand prize winner of the "Books Without Publishers" writing contest. ungekürzt. Language: English. Narrator: Sule Greg Wilson. Audio sample: https://samples.audible.de/bk/acx0/054026/bk_acx0_054026_sample.mp3. Digital audiobook in aax.- Shop: Audible
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Boystown Season Eight , Hörbuch, Digital, ungekürzt, 594min
“Bright sunshine sparkled on the fresh layer of snow that coated the ground of the cemetery. Dressed in black overcoats, friends and family members of the deceased, many of whom had attended the burial of another loved one just days earlier, stood in rows like soldiers as they watched the flower-covered casket slowly being lowered into the ground. Those closest to the grave gently tossed additional roses onto the casket as it made its descent. A priest, dressed in white, stood solemnly at the head of the grave offering a final blessing for the Mancini brother being laid to rest. Saying good-bye can be one of the most difficult events in a person’s life.” (Boystown, season seven)The shocking deaths of two beloved Boystown residents bring heartache and uncertainty to the lives of all who knew them. As family and friends grieve, the search begins for Joyelle Mancini and her daughter, who find themselves in the captivity of a madman. In the meantime, Aiden Carmichael continues his plan to destroy the Ciancio and Mancini families.During the height of the holiday season, two strangers descend upon Boystown. The dashing Victor DelVecchio and the sexy Brad Ward arrive in Chicago just as several couples come to crossroads in their relationships. While some vow to move forward together and others choose to move in different directions individually, Victor and Brad have plans of their own that will permanently impact the Boystown landscape.As Christmas approaches, a startling murder leaves a killer on the loose. With the arrival of the worst blizzard in Chicago history, someone struggles to keep his true identity from his friends, an evil plan tears apart one of Boystown’s most prominent couples, and several unforeseen events result in life-threatening situations for members of the Ciancio and Mancini families. There’s no place like Boystown! ungekürzt. Language: English. Narrator: Pavi Proczko. Audio sample: https://samples.audible.de/bk/acx0/152208/bk_acx0_152208_sample.mp3. Digital audiobook in aax.- Shop: Audible
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The Himalayan Connection: UFO's and the Chandian Effect , Hörbuch, Digital, ungekürzt, 37min
In July of 1978 I was doing genealogical research at Sawan Ashram in Old Delhi, India. Although I was aptly forewarned that the heat in the summer was excruciating, the 90 percent humidity and 100 degree plus temperatures overwhelmed me. My only relief from the weather came in the evenings. But even then it was slight. On the second to last day of my stay, Jean Lyotard, a noted architect from Northern California, and I decided to spend some time on the roof of the monastery. He was leaving in a few days to go back to America. I was to go northward for further research on the Radhasoami tradition. The Indic sky sparkled with stars that night and our conversation eventually turned to astronomy - the natural extension of which led to the subject of exobiology and UFOs. Jean commented, "I believe UFO's exist and that we have been visited by higher intelligences from other galaxies". Knowing first hand of Jean's intelligence and perceptive observations, I probed further, "Why do you say that?" - "Because I have seen them myself many times"! His answer was nonchalant. "What were they? Strange lights in the sky, like a luminous ball or a shooting star"? - "Yes, but more than that...I have been contacted by extraterrestrials personally". I gulped, realizing that my dinner of dal and chappatis had not yet been fully digested. "What! Come with that again"."It was in Southern France 10 years ago. I was in the countryside when I beheld them. The most beautiful being I have ever seen radiated before me and pointed to the sky. He told me to concentrate on the brilliance above. As I became attentive I was pulled up toward the light. However, the experience was so intense I hesitated and turned away. I have seen them on many occasions. The being was the most exquisite creature. His face, his eyes were...well...beyond description".I could not help thinking of several fanciful stories I had read before. Jean's account sounded too much like a headline i ungekürzt. Language: English. Narrator: Tracy Collier. Audio sample: https://samples.audible.de/bk/acx0/212061/bk_acx0_212061_sample.mp3. Digital audiobook in aax.- Shop: Audible
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House of Romance, Book 5 , Hörbuch, Digital, ungekürzt, 99min, (USK 18)
Lilly had requested a bottle of expensive champagne, which was waiting for them along with glasses on the roof. Lilly popped the bottle open and poured each of the girls a glass. The Scandinavian girl was dressed in a skimpy pink one piece and glittery high-heeled stripper shoes that made her altogether far too tall. She had sparkling, dangling earrings that complimented her long blonde hair. She told Lilly that her name was Ivanna, and she had been working at the hotel almost since its beginning. "She must be the Amazon special," Lilly thought and had a quiet laugh to herself. The Mexican girl was Selena. She was dressed in a beautiful jewel-studded bra top and a short, tight black skirt with black heels. Her beautiful white teeth sparkled in the moonlight, and she shook Lilly's hand and told her that she had been working at the Hotel of Nymphos for quite some time now and she loved it. Lilly complemented her on her strong tongue and gave her a quick greeting hug. Finally, the Kenyan girl. Her skin was so dark she would have blended into the darkness if it wasn't for her strappy, neon green dress and heels, which glowed in the night light. She had a matching, cloth green headband on her bald head. The girl was so thin, Lilly wondered how she had even found a dress in her size outside of a kid's clothing store. With some serious envy, Lilly was wondering if the girl weighed less than her and starting to regret that she had decided to indulge in some champagne. She made sure to pour the Kenyan girl a portion size that was at least twice as big as hers, and felt less worried about the calories since she would be consuming less. The girl from Kenya told Lilly that her name was Kioni. She was a new recruit to the Hotel of Nymphos, but she was getting along just fine. "That's good to hear," Lilly told her, extending her arm. "It's a pleasure to meet you, Kioni." Kioni took Lilly's hand and shook it rather firmly. The gi ungekürzt. Language: English. Narrator: Catherine Carter. Audio sample: https://samples.audible.de/bk/acx0/059026/bk_acx0_059026_sample.mp3. Digital audiobook in aax.- Shop: Audible
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Katie Mouse and the Perfect Wedding: A Flower Girl Story (eBook, ePUB)
Katie Mouse's Cousin Matilda is getting married! A big wedding has been planned in Mouse Town's public park, and everyone in town is invited. Best of all, Katie will be Matilda's flower mouse, and her little brother Dylan will be the ring bearer. There's just one problem: The Games Day at Katie's school has been changed to the same day as the wedding! And Katie's the captain of her class's relay race team! Will she really have to miss it? As Katie struggles with her feelings, a mix-up with the wedding rings threatens to ruin the entire wedding. It's then that Katie discovers that only she knows how to save the day and make the wedding perfect after all. For ages 4 to 9. ///////////////////////////////////////////////// ABOUT ANNE AND MOUSE TOWN In 2016, Anne L. Watson fell in love with felted mice by Bulgarian artist Diyana Stankova. Anne happened to be working on a housekeeping almanac, so she started photographing the mice, posing them in scenes with miniatures in dollhouses, to illustrate the book. Soon she was writing little stories about the mouse family, while learning to use Photoshop to manipulate their poses and composite their props and settings in a creative blend of toys, other photos, and purchased and free art. As Anne added more mice and other felted animals from Diyana and other artists, Mouse Town began to take shape. As might be expected, these adorable but pushy critters eventually demanded their own books, and Anne obliged with the Katie Mouse series. Besides her children's books, Anne writes literary novels and how-to books for grown-ups, on such subjects as housekeeping, soapmaking, and baking with cookie molds. She lives in Bellingham, Washington, with her husband and fellow author, Aaron Shepard, and a growing family of critters. ///////////////////////////////////////////////// "A young mouse's disappointment turns into triumph in this quaint story featuring a cast of miniature felt animals posed in photo-collage scenes . . . Watson keeps the story moving briskly, demonstrating how compromise isn't just necessary at times but can be empowering as well." -- Publishers Weekly, Nov. 27, 2017 ///////////////////////////////////////////////// SAMPLE Mama Mouse was so excited, she nearly dropped her phone. "It's Cousin Matilda. She's going to marry Alexander!" "It's about time," said Papa Mouse, looking up from his breakfast. "Of course you can stay here!" Mama was saying into the phone. "A June wedding in the park! That's perfect!" When Mama hung up, Katie asked, "Will Dylan and I get to go?" "Of course," Mama said. "In fact, Matilda would like you to be her flower mouse. Would you like that?" "Oh, yes!" Katie's eyes sparkled with excitement. "When is it?" "The day before your school Games Day. And Dylan will be the ring bearer!" "I no bear!" said Dylan.- Shop: buecher
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