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JENNY NIMMO’S THE CHILDREN OF THE RED KING read by Simon Russell Beale MIDNIGHT FOR CHARLIE BONE Things seem a bit different at Bloor’s Academy this semester. Charlie and Emma discover an invisible boy in the attic and fight the evil powers that placed him there. “Fans of the Jim Dale versions of Harry Potter will feel right at home listening to Beale’s rich Shakespearean voice…”—The Horn Book ALSC Notable Children’s Recording Capitol Choices: Audio Books Too Good to Miss 6 CDs • 978-1-4000-8614-6 • $50.00 Grade: RL: 4.9 • IL: 3-7 • LL: 630 • 7 hrs. 15 mins. CHARLIE BONE AND THE TIME TWISTER It is 1916 and Henry is at Bloor’s Academy playing marbles on a cold winter day. When he plays with a marblelike ball it transports Henry to the present day Bloor’s Academy. “Beale adds wonder to this book with his rich baritone reading.”—AudioFile ALSC Notable Children’s Recording 6 CDs • 978-0-3072-4566-3 • $50.00 Grade: RL: 4.9 • IL: 3-7 • LL: 590 • 6 hrs. 42 mins. CHARLIE BONE AND THE INVISIBLE BOY Charlie and Emma discover an invisible boy named Ollie Sparks living in the attic of Bloor’s Academy. “Simon Russell Beale keeps this good-hearted fantasy going with a smooth delivery, subtle vocalizations, and high energy.”—AudioFile 6 CDs • 978-0-3072-4567-0 • $50.00 Grade: RL: 4.9 • IL: 3-7 • LL: 720 • 7 hrs. 20 mins. CHARLIE BONE AND THE CASTLE OF MIRRORS Charlie Bone’s power takes on a new dimension at Bloor’s Academy. There is a new cast of characters including Joshua Tilpin, who appears to be magnetic. “Beale’s pacing keeps the listener on edge.” —AudioFile 6 CDs • 978-0-3072-8460-0 • $50.00 Grade: RL: 4.9 • IL: 3-7 • LL: 770 • 7 hrs. 11 mins. CHARLIE BONE AND THE HIDDEN KING When Charlie turns 12 on New Year’s Eve, the Flame Cats give him a grave warning. The shadow from the Red King will do anything to keep Charlie from finding his father. “Narrator Simon Russell Beale gives each character a distinct and recognizable voice.” —School Library Journal 7 CDs • 978-0-7393-3606-9 • $55.00 Grade: RL: 4.9 • IL: 3-7 • LL: 720 • 7 hrs. 58 mins. CHRISTOPHER PAOLINI’S THE INHERITANCE CYCLE read by Gerard Doyle “Narrator Gerard Doyle magnificently delivers the rich characters, especially the humble but gifted young Eragon.” —AudioFile ERAGON Fifteen-year-old Eragon believes that he is merely an orphan taken in by relatives. Soon he discovers that nothing is further from the truth. When his destiny as Dragon Rider is revealed, Eragon is swept into a dangerous tapestry of magic, glory, and power. “Thanks to Doyle’s superlative British-accented narration, this sweeping epic soars...Listeners are left cheering for more.”—Booklist AudioFile Best in Kids’ Audio AudioFile Earphones Award YALSA Amazing Audiobooks for Young Adults 14 CDs • 978-1-4000-8624-5 • $85.00 Grade: RL: 5.6 • IL: 7-12 • LL: 710 • 16 hrs. 23 mins. ELDEST Eragon and his dragon, Saphira, have just saved the rebel state from destruction. Now Eragon must travel to Ellesmera, land of the elves, for further training in the skills of magic and swordmanship. Soon he is on the journey of a lifetime. “Narrator Gerard Doyle masterfully sustains the intense personalities of the two questing men and the gravelly-voiced dragon.” —School Library Journal “Masterful storyteller Doyle reads clearly and deliberately in a British accent…His quickened tempo and clipped tones underscore the poignancy of the battle scenes.”—Booklist AudioFile Earphones Award 20 CDs • 978-0-3072-8288-0 • $85.00 Grade: RL: 5.6 • IL: 7-12 • LL: 970 • 23 hrs. 30 mins. BRISINGR After narrowly escaping the battle on the Burning Plains, Eragon finds himself bound by promises he may not be able to keep. When danger strikes from every corner, Eragon must make choices—choices that take him across the Empire and beyond. Eragon is the greatest hope to rid the land of tyranny. “Gerard Doyle’s performance takes the excitement and high fantasy of the story to dragon-soaring heights…Doyle handles Paolini’s fantasy language with ease and style, reminding the listener that some books improve when matched with a sympathetic, talented narrator.”—AudioFile 23 CDs • 978-0-7393-6809-1 • $90.00 Grade: RL: 7.8 • IL: 7-12 • LL: 1050 • 29 hrs. 35 mins. See page 5 for INHERITANCE “Look out, Jim Dale! Gerard Doyle’s narration of Eragon gives the Harry Potter series a strong rival.”—AudioFile Visit our website: www.booksontape.com ELLEN POTTER’S OLIVIA KIDNEY read by Tara Sands “This inventive, unusual, and poignant audiobook [series] will spark lots of interesting discussions.” —School Library Journal OLIVIA KIDNEY Olivia Kidney’s new apartment building is crazy. Olivia hopes that her father will get fired as the building super so they can leave. But Olivia is also tired of moving. All Olivia really wants is a slice of sanity...and maybe a friend to share it with. “[Sands’s] narration adds appeal to this quirky novel.”—Booklist “Sands narrates Olivia as the young lady she is—with all the squeals, awe, and disbelief of a young person.”—AudioFile 3 CDs • 978-0-8072-1771-9 • $30.00 Grade: RL: 4.9 • IL: 3-7 • LL: 720 • 3 hrs. 8 mins. OLIVIA KIDNEY AND THE EXIT ACADEMY Olivia Kidney lives in a very unusual apartment building. It becomes even stranger when the ghosts appear. Why do they follow Olivia around? Everything falls into place when Olivia realizes she can speak to the dead. “Tara Sands is a youthful and heartfelt Olivia…she does it all!”—AudioFile “Narrator Tara Sands winningly voices Olivia’s sassy 12-year-old demeanor.” —School Library Journal 4 CDs • 978-0-7393-6692-9 • $38.00 Grade: RL: 4.9 • IL: 3-7 • LL: 720 • 5 hrs. 12 mins. Illustration © Peter H. Reynolds Series Collections 99
Series Collections 100 A TO Z MYSTERIES Books A-C Join Dink, Josh, and Ruth Rose as they solve the mysteries of the neighborhood. Follow the clues as they try to find a kidnapped mystery writer, an important witness to a crime, and a local pet-napper. Includes: The Case of the Absent Author, The Case of the Bald Bandit, and The Canary Caper. 2 CDs • 978-0-8072-1774-0 • $24.00 Grade: RL: 3.0 • IL: 2-3 • LL: 500 • 2 hrs. 29 mins. A TO Z MYSTERIES Books D-G Dink, Josh, and Ruth Rose return to solve the mysteries involving a deadly dungeon, misaddressed envelopes, stolen falcon feathers, and a sunken treasure. Includes: The Deadly Dungeon, The Empty Envelope, The Falcon’s Feathers, and The Goose’s Gold. “The stories are clearly read by actor David Pittu…Young readers will enjoy this popular series with believable characters who have incredible opportunities to solve mysteries on their own.”—School Library Journal 3 CDs • 978-0-3072-0735-7 • $30.00 Grade: RL: 3.0 • IL: 2-3 • LL: 500 • 3 hrs. 15 mins. A TO Z MYSTERIES Books H-J Dink, Josh, and Ruth Rose encounter their next alphabetical mysteries. It’s almost Halloween and reports of strange happenings are coming from the town’s only hotel. While picnicking on Squaw Island, the three friends find a hundred dollar bill and an entire cave full of money. Then they head to New York City to help a museum recover a missing jewel. Includes: The Haunted Hotel, The Invisible Island, and The Jaguar’s Jewel. 3 CDs • 978-0-7393-5140-6 • $24.00 Grade: RL: 3.0 • IL: 2-3 • LL: NA • 2 hrs. 45 mins. RON ROY’S A TO Z MYSTERIES read by David Pittu “This is a delightful way to introduce young readers to a popular series, and would also make a good listening center in primary grade classrooms.” —School Library Journal A TO Z MYSTERIES: Books K-N by Ron Roy; read by David Pittu Collection includes: THE KIDNAPPED KING, THE LUCKY LOTTERY, THE MISSING MUMMY, and THE NINTH NUGGET. Join Dink, Josh, and Ruth Rose as they figure out who kidnapped the king, help Lucky O’Leary look for his lottery ticket, and unravel other mysteries. 4 CDs • 978-0-3077-3817-2 • $27.00 Grade: RL: 3.0 • IL: Pre-K–2 • 3 hrs. 59 mins. A TO Z MYSTERIES: Books O-R by Ron Roy; read David Pittu Includes: The Orange Outlaw, The Panda Puzzle, The Quicksand Question, and The Runaway Racehorse. 3 CDs • 978-0-3077-4633-7 • $28.00 Grade: RL: 3.0 • IL: Pre-K-2 • 3 hrs. 56 mins. A TO Z MYSTERIES: Books S-V by Ron Roy; read by David Pittu Includes: The School Skeleton, The Talking T. Rex, The Unwilling Umpire, and The Vampire's Vacation. 3 CDs • 978-0-3077-4639-9 • $30.00 Grade: RL: 3.0 • IL: Pre-K-2 • 4 hrs. 15 mins. See page 8 for A TO Z MYSTERIES BOOKS W-Z and CALENDAR MYSTERIES BOOKS 1-6 Phone Toll Free 800.733.3000 FAX Toll Free 800.940.7046 MARCUS SEDGWICK’S THE BOOK OF DEAD DAYS THE BOOK OF DEAD DAYS read by Roger Rees Within the few days between Christmas and New Year’s Eve, a magician called Valerian must save his own life or pay the price for the pact he made with evil many years ago. “Mystery and intrigue are at every turn in this engaging story, made even more enjoyable through the chilling and powerful voices created by Roger Rees.” —School Library Journal Edgar ® Award Finalist—Best Juvenile Mystery 5 CDs • 978-0-3077-0570-9 • $45.00 Grade: RL: 4.7 • IL: 5-12 • LL: 730 • 5 hrs. 48 mins. THE DARK FLIGHT DOWN read by Graeme Malcolm On an errand for Kepler, his new master, Boy is captured and imprisoned in the palace. “Plenty of blood and creepiness will draw in reluctant readers/listeners, as will narrator Graeme Malcolm’s versatility and dramatic flair.”—School Library Journal 4 CDs • 978-0-3077-0572-3 • $38.00 Grade: RL: 4.9 • IL: 5-12 • LL: 730 • 4 hrs. 49 mins. See page 50 for FLOODLAND LEMONY SNICKET’S A SERIES OF UNFORTUNATE EVENTS read by Tim Curry BOOK THE FIRST, THE BAD BEGINNING After the sudden death of their parents, the three Baudelaire children must depend on each other and their wits when it turns out that the distant relative who is appointed their guardian is determined to get their fortune. ALSC Notable Children’s Recording AudioFile Earphones Award Capitol Choices: Audio Books Too Good to Miss YALSA Amazing Audiobooks for Young Adults BONUS FEATURE—Interview with the Author and Children’s Book Critic and Author Leonard S. Marcus 3 CDs • 978-0-8072-1158-8 • $30.00 Grade: RL: 6.0 • IL: 3-8 • LL: 1010 • 3 hrs. 17 mins. BOOK THE SECOND, THE REPTILE ROOM After narrowly escaping the clutches of the dastardly Count Olaf, the three Baudelaire orphans are taken in by a kindly herpetologist with whom they live happily for a brief time. ★“Curry plays Olaf with an appropriately spooky whispering hiss and deserves extra kudos for his convincing portrayal of Poe’s wracking, sometimes phlegmy cough.” —Publishers Weekly, starred review ALSC Notable Children’s Recording AudioFile Earphones Award Capitol Choices: Audio Books Too Good to Miss YALSA Amazing Audiobooks for Young Adults 3 CDs • 978-0-8072-1711-5 • $30.00 Grade: RL: 6.0 • IL: 3-8 • LL: 1040 • 3 hrs. 11 mins.
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