Mr. Penumbra's 24-Hour Bookstore, written by Robin Sloan, and narrated by Ari Fliakos, is an enjoyable mystery novel set in San Francisco during the late 2000s that brings new and old technology to explore the secrets of a unique bookstore and its patrons.Published by Macmillan Audio. Mr. Penumbra's 24-Hour Bookstore Ajax Penumbra 1969 **Audie Awards Discussion:** 2019 Audie Awards Finalists The Good Neighbor Spinning Silver European Travel for the Monstrous Gentlewoman Head On (Narrated by Wil Wheaton) Head On (Narrated by Amber Benson) Artemis Emma The Man on the Mountaintop

Finish: Give Yourself the Gift of Done, written and narrated by Jon Acuff, provides techniques for overcoming common pitfalls that keep us from achieving our goals. Guest Mark Siegal joins me to discuss the audiobook, its techniques, and how he has begun to apply them.   Finish: Give Yourself the Gift of Done   Start: Punch Fear in the Face, Escape Average, and Do Work That Matters   Do Over: Rescue Monday, Reinvent Your Work, and Never Get Stuck   Narrated Episode 3: The Life-Changing Magic of Tidying Up   Narrated Episode 25: The Life-Changing Magic of Tidying Up [Revisit]   https://www.netflix.com/title/80209379”>Tidying Up (Netflix) http://www.slate.com/articles/podcasts/the_moment/2015/04/jon_acuff_rediscovers_his_creative_voice_in_do_over.html">The Moment (Jon Acuff guest appearance)**Contact the Show: ** @_narrated

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 announced on 4 Feb and awarded on 4 Mar 19. Hugo Award nominations are open for the 2019 Hugo Awards and 1944 Retrospective Hugo Awards until 16 Mar 19. The Calculating Stars [Episode 27] Spinning Silver [Episode 30] * **What are we listening to?** * Punished Howl’s Moving Castle Finish Binti The God Engines The Man on the Mountaintop* (A January 2019 Audible Original) * Rosewater **Contact the Show: ** @_narrated

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: Stardust

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 Episode 15: Audiobooks for Kids Zero G Jingle Bell Pop

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 Symphonies: Flowers & Trees Silly Symphonies: The Three Little Pigs and Big Bad Wolf Multiplane Camera E.P.C.O.T.   **Additional Links:** Connecting with Walt podcast Walt Dinsey (PBS) Mickey’s 90th Spectacular Disney Dish podcast: The Mineral King Project, Part 1 Creativity, Inc.: Overcoming the Unseen Forces That Stand in the Way of True Inspiration The Pixar Touch: The Making of a Company Cuphead

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 Seveneves

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 listening to? Walt Disney: The Triumph of the American Imagination [see Episode 28] Foundation series Hugos There Podcast The Decline and Fall of the Roman Empire The Lord of the Rings Record of a Spaceborn Few [Wayfarers] Contact: @_narrated

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 Master Class on the Art of Organizing and Tidying Up

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 Stephen Leeds

We discuss short audio fiction with Chris Herron, host and narrator for Tall Tale TV. Tall Tale TVSelected Recomendations:Of Monsters and Mushrooms [Series]Of Tyrants and Teakettles [Series]The Baboons Of MarsGarg the GoodA Matter of Scale [2 Parts]Ignited in DarknessUnbound Last Breath DayMama’s BoyCircle The Maddening Science [2 Parts]Chris Herron [Narrator]: On ACXLiquid Gambit (Upcoming Narration)

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 [20:41]Scott: The Found and the Lost [34:03]**Round 3:**Mark: The Lord of the Rings (Omnibus) [54:05]Gilbert: 1Q84 [46:45]Scott: Dark Forest [22:36] **Additional Picks:**Mark: A Discovery of Witches [24:02], Infinite Jest [56:11], Les Misérables: Translated by Julie Rose [60:26]Gilbert: The Century Trilogy [30:38 - 36:51], The Kingsbridge Novels [30:19 - 45:32], The Decline and Fall of the Roman Empire [126:31], Anna Karenina [35:35], David Copperfield [Audible] [35:35], Walt Disney:The Triumph of the American Imagination [33:24], Benjamin Franklin: An American Life [24:45], Moby Dick [21:19]Scott: KingKiller Chronicle [27:54 - 42:55], Oxford Time Travel [20:58 - 26:20], Dune [21:08], Oxford Time Travel [20:58 - 26:20], A Deepness in the Sky [28:25], European Travel for the Monstrous Gentlewoman [24:27]Patrick Rothfuss' "review" of Doors of Stone (KingKiller Chronicle, #3)

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 Award Results The Stone Sky World of the Five Gods World of the Five Gods: Penric & Desdemona The Flowers of Vashnoi (Vorkosigan Saga) 1943 Retro Hugo Awards Foundation (TV Show) The Good Place (TV Show) The Good Place: The Podcast

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.* Thrawn Thrawn: Alliances Star Wars: Rebels (TV Show) Star Wars: Clone Wars (TV Show) Star Wars: Galaxy's Edge (Walt Disney World) First Look: New Images of The Star Wars-Inspired Resort Planned for the Walt Disney World Resort (DisenyParks Blog) AT-AT Walkers Taking Shape at Disney’s Hollywood Studios Star Wars: Resistance (TV Show)

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 Tale of Despereaux The Miraculous Journey of Edward Tulane Matilda Wonder

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 2018 Audie Awards Narrator Hall of Fame 2017 Nebula Awards Escape Pod Start your free trial at Audible

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 game

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) Lock In (narrated by Amber Benson) Head On (narrated by Wil Wheaton) Head On (narrated by Amber Benson) Unlocked: An Oral History of Haden's Syndrome (prequel novella included at the end of Lock In audiobook) How writing an audio-first novella changed John Scalzi's writing process

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 (discussed in episode 7) Artemis Dispatcher The Strange Case of the Alchemist's Daughter Astrophysics for People in a Hurry Born a Crime Norse Mythology

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

Stardust is a fantasy novel written and narrated by Neil Gaiman and published by HarperAudio. Stardust Start your free trial at Audible

Matilda is a classic children's novel written by Roald Dahl, narrated by Kate Winslet, and published by Listening Library and Penguin Audio. This episode features special guest Shachi Bhatt. Matilda Roald Dahl Collection Boxed Set Start your free trial at Audible

The Expanse is a science fiction series written by James S. A. Corey, narrated by Jefferson Mays, and published by Recorded Books and Hachette Audio. So far seven books have been released out of a planned nine-book arc, which starts with Leviathan Wakes. In addition, Mays has narrated two out of four novellas, which are optional but also excellent. This episode features special guest Scott Ullery, and the first half of our discussion is spoiler-free. Leviathan Wakes (Book 1 of The Expanse) Other audiobooks in The Expanse Start your free trial at Audible

A self-development book about decluttering and organizing written by Marie Kondo, narrated by Emily Woo Zeller, and published by Tantor Audio. The Life-Changing Magic of Tidying Up Audible Free Trial

A middle grade children's novel written by R. J. Palacio, narrated by Diana Steele, Kate Rudd, and Nick Podehl, and published by Brilliance Audio. Wonder Audible Free Trial