Audiobooks narrated by Aysha Kala

Anna Deerin moves to a remote Cotswold cottage to become a gardener, trying to strip away everything she’s spent all her life as a woman striving for, craving the anonymity and privacy her new off-grid life provides. But when she clears the last vegetable bed and digs up not twigs but bones, the outside world is readmitted. With it comes Detective Inspector Hitesh Mistry, who has his own reasons for a new start in the village of Upper Magna. Drawn in spite of herself to this unknown woman from another time, Anna is determined to uncover her identity and gain recognition for her, if not justice. As threats to Anna and her new life grow closer, she and DI MIstry will find that this murder is inextricably bound up with issues of gender, family, community, race and British identity itself – all as relevant in decades past as they are to Anna today.

Bonnie Burke-Patel (Author), Aysha Kala (Narrator)

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Weyward

UNLEASH 2023’S BIGGEST DEBUT *A BBC 2 BETWEEN THE COVERS BOOK CLUB PICK *Cosmopolitan's Best Books for 2023 *‘A generational tale of female resilience’ GUARDIAN *‘A much-heralded epic’ OBSERVER ‘Alive, vivid and gripping’ ABIGAIL DEAN ‘Humming with a sly, exhilarating magic’ BRIDGET COLLINS ‘Totally unique’ GILLIAN MCALLISTER ‘Empowering’ GLAMOUR ‘A bold witchy debut’ RED KATE, 2019 Kate flees London – abandoning everything – for Cumbria and Weyward Cottage, inherited from her great-aunt. There, a secret lurks in the bones of the house, hidden ever since the witch-hunts of the 17th century. VIOLET, 1942 Violet is more interested in collecting insects and climbing trees than in becoming a proper young lady. Until a chain of shocking events changes her life forever. ALTHA, 1619 Altha is on trial for witchcraft, accused of killing a local man. Known for her uncanny connection with nature and animals, she is a threat that must be eliminated. But Weyward women belong to the wild. And they cannot be tamed… Weaving together the stories of three women across five centuries, Weyward is an enthralling novel of female resilience and the transformative power of the natural world. WEYWARD is bewitching early readers: ‘A story that absolutely lives up to its promise' ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ 'I didn't want to put it down. I loved every character' ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ ‘Phenomenal… I devoured this book’ ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ ‘Haunting, compelling, just sensational. Definitely one of the books of 2023’ ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ ‘The Weyward women have captured my heart’⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐

Emilia Hart, Nell Barlow (Author), Aysha Kala, Helen Keeley, Nell Barlow (Narrator)

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A Restless Truth

Knives Out meets The Binding in this historical romp full of magic, romance and adventure. Maud Blyth has always longed for adventure. She’d hoped for plenty of it when she agreed to help her beloved older brother unravel a magical conspiracy. She even volunteered to serve as an old lady's companion on an ocean liner. But Maud didn't expect the old lady to turn up dead on the very first day of the voyage. Now she has to deal with a dead body, a disrespectful parrot, and the lovely, dangerously outrageous Violet Debenham. Violet is everything Maud has been trained to distrust, yet can’t help but desire: a magician, an actress and a magnet for scandal. Surrounded by open sea and a ship full of suspects, Maud and Violet must learn to drop the masks they’ve learned to wear. Only then might they work together to locate a magical object worth killing for – and unmask a murderer. All without becoming dead in the water themselves. ‘Mystery! Magic! Murder! . . . This book is a confection, both marvellous and light’ – Alix E. Harrow, author of The Ten Thousand Doors of January on A Marvellous Light A Restless Truth by Freya Marske is the thrilling follow-up to A Marvellous Light.

Freya Marske (Author), Aysha Kala (Narrator)

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Mistletoe and Mulled Wine at the Christmas Campervan

The Christmas Cocktail Campervan – bringing love, laughter and friendship from coast to coast . . . The gorgeously romantic new novel in the ‘Cosy Campervan series’ – next stop: Christmas markets, mince pies and kisses under the mistletoe! Christmas feels like a real gift for Lucy this year. Her cosy coastal cottage is starting to feel like home, her new pizza business is getting the locals ‘All Fired Up’, and she can’t wait to spend it with her new flame Jack, the charismatic owner of the Cocktail Campervan. Winding along the snow-dusted Northumberland coast for a whirlwind of Christmas markets and celebrations, Lucy and Jack can’t resist stealing a few kisses under the mistletoe. But there’s a twist in their romantic tale when Lucy’s ex turns up in the village. As her past closes in, Jack becomes increasingly distant. And Lucy worries he’s holding back a few secrets of his own . . . Will Christmas bring a cold spell for Lucy and Jack? Or could it really be the most wonderful time of the year? Readers LOVE curling up with this festive romance! ‘The community sucked me straight in and the cosy festive vibes were excellent for getting me in the mood for the season! I love books by Caroline Roberts, you're always in for such a treat!’ ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ ‘This book is the perfect gift for anyone that likes to read Christmas stories and get swept away. So grab yourself a hot chocolate or mulled wine, curl up on the sofa and dive in, trust me, you won’t be disappointed’ ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ ‘I thoroughly enjoyed every minute of it and really wished I had a cheeky cocktail to enjoy!’ ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ ‘I would not hesitate to recommend this book; it can’t fail to fill the reader with Christmas cheer’ ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ ‘A lovely romantic Christmas read that will make you want to stop and finish it in one sitting’ ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ ‘I fell in love with Mistletoe and Mulled Wine at the Christmas Campervan… Full of festive magic once again, Caroline has written a Christmas gem’ ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐

Caroline Roberts (Author), Aysha Kala (Narrator)

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Into Goblyn Wood

Fairies are real, but their power is waning . . . Embark on the adventure of a lifetime and discover the magic of Goblyn Wood, with the first book in a major new fantasy series for fans of Nevermoor and Podkin One-Ear! Are you ready to enter Goblyn Wood . . . ? Hazel has always known she was different, but she doesn't know where she came from. When her best friend Pete is kidnapped by strange creatures, she must gather her courage and enter Goblyn Wood, a forest inhabited by fairies. But their magic is being drained away, and Hazel soon realises that her own power is the key to saving both Pete and her new friends. Embarking on an epic journey of discovery, can Hazel restore the balance of the fairy realm? The debut fiction novel from Waterstones prize-shortlisted Anna Kemp - enter this rich and immersive new fantasy world and meet a powerful new hero.

Anna Kemp (Author), Aysha Kala (Narrator)

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Love & Other Dramas: A warm and witty debut about family, love and second chances

THREE WOMEN. TWO CULTURES. ONE SECOND CHANCE. West London. Tania Samarasena (recently divorced), her mother Helen (recently widowed), and her best friend Priya (recently nearly sacked following The Outburst) are three women at a crossroads in their lives. As they make plans to reinvent themselves, a series of shocks, old secrets and surprises plays havoc with their relationships, as well as their futures. A warm, witty and wonderful debut about second chances, Love & Other Dramas tells the story of three women dealing with the drama of life, love, family, friendship and keeping people out of your business in a culture where Aunty knows best. Perfect for fans of Marian Keyes and Kevin Kwan. Praise for Love & Other Dramas: 'It was a joy to read this story of three British Asian women who must navigate difficult relationships, cultural friction, and happy discoveries that will change their lives forever' - CHARMAINE WILKERSON 'I really felt like I knew the three women by the end... A brilliant debut!' - MEERA SHAH 'A superb, gripping story of family and friendship... I couldn't put it down.' - TRACY REES 'A testament to the power of community and love.... I laughed and cried at this delight of a book' - PYAE MOE THET WAR 'A funny and relatable story of three women trying to discover who they really are in a world that would prefer them to fit in with expectations' - CAROLINE BISHOP 'A beautifully written, warm and insightful novel... fresh, frank and funny' - FREYA SAMPSON

Ronali Collings (Author), Aysha Kala (Narrator)

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The Secret Explorers and the Haunted Castle

Learn all about medieval knights and castles in this history themed instalment of DK Books' new educational fiction series for children. Meet the Secret Explorers - a band of brainiac kids from all around the world. Everyone in this diverse group of young experts has a speciality, from outer space to dinosaurs, and each story follows a character who gets chosen for a ''secret exploration''. In this fun, fact-filled children's audiobook, Kiki the engineering explorer and Gustavo the history expert get caught up in a spooky adventure when a ghostly figure shows up at a castle before a big tournament. Let's explore! With a gripping narrative that keeps kids engaged, The Secret Explorers and the Haunted Castle audiobook by SJ King is the perfect gift for children who are into all things nature. It's written for children aged 7-9 years, with lots of information about medieval knights, castles, and the ghosts! At the end of this fictional audiobook, you'll find ''Kiki's Mission Notes'' which is a summary of all the scientific facts and discoveries made throughout the story. With fun quizzes, and a vocabulary list, the educational value of this audiobook is outstanding. © 2022 SJ King © 2022 DK Audio

Sj King (Author), Aysha Kala (Narrator)

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The Secret Explorers and the Ice Age Adventure: The Secret Explorers #10

Learn all about the ice age and wooly mammoths in this prehistoric themed instalment of DKs' new educational fiction series for children. Meet the Secret Explorers - a band of brainiac kids from all around the world. Everyone in this diverse group of young experts has a speciality, from outer space to dinosaurs, and each story follows a character who gets chosen for a 'secret exploration'. In this fun, fact-filled children's audiobook, Tamiko the dinosaur expert and Ollie the rainforest nut travel back in time to the ice age to help reunite a baby mammoth with the rest of its herd. With a gripping narrative that keeps kids engaged, The Secret Explorers and the Ice Age Adventure book by SJ King is perfect for children who are into all things nature. It's written for children aged 7-9 years, with lots of information about extinct animals and the Earth's climate, to give them an exciting introduction to the prehistoric world. At the end of this fictional audiobook, you'll find 'Tamiko's Mission Notes' which is a summary of all the scientific facts and discoveries made throughout the story. With fun quizzes, and a vocabulary list, the educational value of this audiobook is outstanding.

Sj King (Author), Aysha Kala (Narrator)

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Planet Joy

For readers aged 9+ comes the third book in a sparkling series about family, friends and finding the joy in life! From Guardian award-winning author Jenny Valentine, this is the perfect series for fans of Jacqueline Wilson, Cath Howe and Lara Williamson! Meet ten-year-old Joy Applebloom, a girl with a knack for finding the silver lining in even the darkest of rainclouds. After years of travelling the world with her family, Joy feels like she's finally found a place she can call home. She's settled in at school, has a new best friend called Benny and she's finally making a difference in the world. But when a new girl, Phoebe Dark, joins class 6C, Joy discovers there's a whole world out there that she hasn't explored yet . . . Could Plane Tree Gardens be just the beginning? A heart-warming and joyful series about family, friends and never being too small to make a difference, with gorgeous illustrations from Claire Lefevre. 'A delight for its warmth and humour, but principally because the writing is alive and stunning' The Sunday Times on A Girl Called Joy

Jenny Valentine (Author), Aysha Kala (Narrator)

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The Secret Explorers and the Moon Mission: The Secret Explorers #9

Blast off into space with this lunar themed instalment of DK Books' new educational fiction series for children. Meet the Secret Explorers - a band of brainiac kids from all around the world. Everyone in this diverse group of young experts has a speciality, from outer space to dinosaurs, and each story follows a character who gets chosen for a 'secret exploration'. In this fun, fact-filled children's audiobook, space expert Roshni and geology expert Cheng blast off into outer space on a mission to the Moon. There, they must navigate the dangerous terrain to clear up space debris before it can interfere with a lunar mission! Along the way the Secret Explorers pilot a space buggy and collect important rock samples. With a gripping narrative that keeps kids engaged, The Secret Explorers and the Moon Mission book by SJ King is perfect for children who are into all things space. It's written for children aged 7-9 years, with lots of information about astronomy and space, to give them an exciting introduction to lunar exploration. At the end of this fictional audiobook, you'll find 'Roshni' Mission Notes' which is a summary of all the scientific facts and discoveries made throughout the story. With fun quizzes, and a vocabulary list, the educational value of this audiobook is outstanding.

Sj King (Author), Aysha Kala (Narrator)

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The Perfect Crime

Around the world in 22 murders… MURDER BLACKMAIL REVENGE From Lagos to Mexico City, Australia to the Caribbean, Toronto to Los Angeles, Darjeeling to rural New Zealand, London to New York – twenty-two bestselling crime writers from diverse cultures come together from across the world in a razor sharp and deliciously sinister collection of crime stories. Featuring Oyinkan Braithwaite, Abir Mukherjee, S.A. Cosby, Silvia Moreno-Garcia, J.P. Pomare, Sheena Kamal, Vaseem Khan, Sulari Gentill, Nelson George, Rachel Howzell Hall, John Vercher, Sanjida Kay, Amer Anwar, Henry Chang, Nadine Matheson, Mike Phillips, Ausma Zehanat Khan, Felicia Yap, Thomas King, Imran Mahmood, David Heska Wanbli Weiden and Walter Mosley. ‘An absolute delight! The Perfect Crime is the most original, and captivating, short fiction anthology to come along in ages… this book is a one-sitting read.’ JEFFERY DEAVER, author of The Bone Collector and The Midnight Lock ‘A collection of crime writers from diverse cultural backgrounds, united by the quality of their compelling stories. A hugely welcome and long-overdue anthology’ MARK BILLINGHAM, no. 1 Sunday Times Bestseller

Maxim Jakubowski, Vaseem Khan (Author), Adam Muxlow, Alejandra Chavarria, Aysha Kala, Barbara Patrick, Faith Alabi, Isaac Te Reina, James Goode, Rebecca Yeo, Sid Sagar (Narrator)

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The Thousand Eyes

Brilliant, bold and thrilling, The Thousand Eyes by A. K. Larkwood is the epic fantasy sequel to The Unspoken Name. Could you sacrifice your dreams to escape a nightmare? Csorwe, Shuthmili and Tal survey abandoned Echentyr worlds to make a living. The empire’s ruins seem harmless but fascinating. Yet disaster strikes when they stumble upon ancient magic during a routine expedition. This revives a warrior who’d slept for an age, reigniting a conflict thousands of years old. And the soldier binds Csorwe to her cause. Shuthmili is desperate to protect the woman she loves. However, as events escalate, she’s torn. Can she help Csorwe by clinging to her own humanity or by embracing her eldritch powers? Tal heads home, but his peace is shattered when a magical catastrophe hits his city. The wizard Sethennai is missing and Tal can’t face seeking his former lover to ask for help. So, he flees – but there’s no escaping the future. For throughout the Echo Maze’s linked worlds, fragments of an undead goddess are waking. Soon all must choose a side. Praise for The Unspoken Name: ‘An outstanding debut . . . unlike anything I’ve read before’ – Nicholas Eames ‘Richly detailed, enthralling and extraordinary’ – Jenn Lyons ‘Stylish, classy and timeless . . . I cannot recommend it enough’ – Tamsyn Muir ‘An adventure I couldn’t put down’ – S. A. Chakraborty

A. K. Larkwood (Author), Aysha Kala (Narrator)

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Audiobooks Narrated by Aysha Kala