spring/summer 2011 recent releases — young & middle grade

Series Collections
90
KENNETH C. DAVIS’
DON’T KNOW
MUCH ABOUT ®
read by Oliver Wyman
DON’T KNOW MUCH ABOUT ®
AMERICAN HISTORY
Incorporates recent research and discoveries
about such timely topics as the end of the
Cold War, former President Bill Clinton’s
impeachment, the bizarre election of 2000
and the events of September 11, 2001.
“Oliver Wyman read[s] answers that are filled
with dates, times, places, and lists. Wyman
reads expressively and enthusiastically.”
—AudioFile
6 CDs • 978-0-7393-6133-7 • $50.00
Grade: RL: 6.5 • IL: 3-7 • LL: 1270 • 7 hrs. 16 mins.
DON’T KNOW MUCH ABOUT ®
PLANET EARTH
Take an entertaining trek around the globe
and learn about the longest river, coldest
desert, tallest waterfall, and much more with
fascinating facts about the world’s most
unusual places.
“The format allows listeners to hear the
correct pronunciation of place names, which is
a plus. This makes for fascinating listening
that will interest both children and adults.”
—School Library Journal
3 CDs • 978-0-7393-6456-7 • $30.00
Grade: RL: 6.5 • IL: 3-7 • LL: 1040 • 3 hrs. 34 mins.
DON’T KNOW MUCH ABOUT ®
WORLD MYTHS
read by Jason Harris with
John Bedford Lloyd
An educational & entertaining survey of the
great myths & legends of world civilizations.
Introduces important world myths, examines
their impact on history, and discusses their
role in our modern lives.
“Valuable as a quick reference to the highlights
of world mythology.”—AudioFile
4 CDs • 978-0-307-28382-5 • $38.00
Grade: RL: 6.5 • IL: 3-7 • LL: NA • 4 hrs. 9 mins.
FRANKLIN W. DIXON’S
THE HARDY BOYS
read by Bill Irwin
“Irwin is likely to convert a new
generation to the Hardy Boys.”
—AudioFile
THE TOWER TREASURE
After a dying criminal confesses that his loot
has been stashed “in the tower,” the Hardy
Boys make an astonishing discovery.
“Terrific performance...Irwin engages listeners
as the suspense unfolds.”—AudioFile
AudioFile Earphones Award
3 CDs • 978-0-7393-5129-1 • $30.00
Grade: RL: 4.5 • IL: 4-8 • LL: 740 • 3 hrs. 33 mins.
THE HOUSE ON THE CLIFF
When Mr. Hardy disappears investigating a
mystery surrounding a haunted house, the
Hardy Boys search for the truth.
“Irwin reads...with clarity and familiarity.”
—Booklist
3 CDs • 978-0-7393-6175-7 • $30.00
Grade: RL: 4.5 • IL: 4-8 • LL: 740 • 3 hrs. 29 mins.
THE SECRET OF THE OLD MILL
In the old mill, Frank and Joe unravel two
mysteries—one involving a counterfeiting case
and the other, a national security case.
3 CDs • 978-0-7393-6453-6 • $30.00
Grade: RL: 4.5 • IL: 4-8 • LL: 740 • 3 hrs. 25 mins.
THE MISSING CHUMS
When the Hardy Boys set out to solve the
mystery of their missing chums, they discover
a gang hideout on an island along the way.
“A full repertoire of music and sound effects
are used throughout the story to help push the
action and set the atmosphere.”—AudioFile
3 CDs • 978-0-7393-6696-7 • $30.00
Grade: RL: 4.5 • IL: 4-8 • LL: 670 • 3 hrs. 25 mins.
HUNTING FOR HIDDEN GOLD
The Hardy Boys’s search for stolen gold
leads them to an abandoned mine where in the
depths of earth, they are attacked by outlaws.
3 CDs • 978-0-7393-6715-5 • $30.00
Grade: RL: 4.5 • IL: 4-8 • LL: 750 • 3 hrs. 32 mins.
THE SHORE ROAD MYSTERY
The Hardy brothers try to find out who is
behind a rash of automobile thefts.
“Filled with action and plot twists, the mystery
is ably read by Bill Irwin.”—AudioFile
3 CDs • 978-0-3075-8221-8 • $30.00
Grade: RL: 4.5 • IL: 4-8 • LL: 770 • 3 hrs. 32 mins.
THE SECRET OF THE CAVES
Frank and Joe discover a secret near a
government radar installation.
3 CDs • 978-0-307-58223-2 • $30.00
Grade: RL: 4.5 • IL: 4-8 • LL: 700 • 3 hrs. 13 mins.
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JEANNE DUPRAU’S
THE BOOKS OF EMBER
“These engaging novels by Jeanne
DuPrau make exceptional audiobooks.”
—School Library Journal
THE CITY OF EMBER
read by Wend Dillon
The City of Ember was built underground
as a last refuge for humans.Two hundred years
later, the lamps that light the city are flickering.
When Lina finds an ancient message, she’s
sure it holds a secret to save the city.
“Wendy Dillon’s rich, throaty tones describing
Ember’s domescape are gloomily impeccable.”
—AudioFile
KLIATT Editors’ Choice—Audiobooks
6 CDs • 978-1-4000-8983-3 • $50.00
Grade: RL: 5.0 • IL: 5-8 • LL: 680 • 7 hrs. 12 mins.
THE PEOPLE OF SPARKS
read by Wendy Dillon
Lina and Doon have emerged to the new
world above, and soon after they are
followed by the other inhabitants of Ember.
But the town’s resources are limited and it isn’t
long before resentment begins to grow
between the two groups.
“Dillon is an assured narrator presenting
vibrant, believable characters…[T]his audiobook
is well suited to upper elementary and
middle school libraries that support social
studies curriculum.”—School Library Journal
7 CDs • 978-1-4000-8990-1 • $55.00
Grade: RL: 5.0 • IL: 5-8 • LL: 760 • 8 hrs. 24 mins.
THE PROPHET OF YONWOOD
read by Becky Ann Baker
It’s 50 years before the settlement of the city
of Ember, and the world is in crisis. 11-yearold
Nickie and her aunt travel to the small
town of Yonwood, where one of the town’s
respected citizens has had a vision of fire and
destruction.
“Becky Ann Baker’s storytelling skills are
showcased in her spirited narration.”
—AudioFile
5 CDs • 978-0-7393-3585-7 • $45.00
Grade: RL: 5.0 • IL: 5-8 • LL: 760 • 6 hrs. 19 mins. S
THE DIAMOND OF DARKHOLD
read by Katherine Kellgren
It’s been several months since Lina and
Doon escaped the dying city of Ember and
joined the town of Sparks. Now above ground,
they find a book that alludes to a device from
before the Disaster. Together, they must return
to retrieve what was lost and bring light to a
dark world.
“Katherine Kellgren skillfully narrates this satisfying
tale, giving distinctive voices to all the
colorful characters.”—School Library Journal
“Katherine Kellgren’s performance makes this
production sparkle…DuPrau’s teens continue
to be admirable, clever, and resourceful, and
Kellgren’s lively reading makes us know and
like them.”—AudioFile
AudioFile Earphones Award
6 CDs • 978-0-7393-6812-1 • $50.00
Grade: RL: 5.2 • IL: 5-8 • LL: 790 • 6 hrs. 30 mins.