Audiobooks narrated by Donna Allen

50 Years of Ms.: The Best of the Pathfinding Magazine That Ignited a Revolution

A celebration of Ms.-the most startling, most audacious, most norm-breaking of the magazine's groundbreaking pieces on women, men, politics (sexual and otherwise), marriage, family, education, work, motherhood, and reproductive rights, as well as the best of the magazine's fiction, poetry, and letters. • Featuring Billie Jean King, Alison Bechdel, and Audre Lorde, among many others. "I've been a Ms. reader since its earliest days. The magazine's bold, boundary-breaking reporting has motivated me, infuriated me, and inspired me. And now this one extraordinary book-50 Years of Ms.-captures it all." -Jane Fonda, actor and activist "Ms.-in 1972-normalized being a woman, abortion and all. And here we are, 50 years later, needing that now more than ever." -Sarah Silverman, comedian, actor, and writer For the past five decades Ms. has been the nation's most influential source of feminist ideas, and it remains at the forefront of feminism today, affecting thought and culture with a younger-than-ever readership (ages 16-20!). Ms. was the first U.S. magazine to: - feature prominent American women demanding the repeal of laws that criminalized abortion - explain and advocate for the Equal Rights Amendment - rate presidential candidates on women's issues - feature domestic violence and sexual harassment on its cover, long before either was widely understood or acknowledged - commission and publish a national study on date rape Here is the best reporting, fiction, and advertising, decade by decade, as well as the best photographs and features that reveal and reflect the changes set in motion by Ms., along with the iconic covers that galvanized readers. Here are essays, profiles, conversations with and features by: Alice Walker, Cynthia Enloe, Pauli Murray, Nancy Pelosi, bell hooks, Eleanor Holmes Norton, Brittney Cooper, and Joy Harjo, as well as fiction and poetry by Toni Morrison, Joyce Carol Oates, Adrienne Rich, Rita Dove, and Sharon Olds, and many others. * This audiobook edition includes a downloadable PDF of visuals from the book.

Katherine Spillar (Author), Annie Q, Carolina Hoyos, Donna Allen, Emily Lawrence, Hayden Bishop, Henriette Zoutomou, Hillary Huber, Imani Jade Powers, Jonathan Todd Ross, Nancy Bober, Nikki Massoud (Narrator)

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The Monster in the Mirror

If the face in the mirror is a monster, do you kill it? Jack’s life of quiet kindness is interrupted by vivid nightmares of a secret world of magic and monsters. When a woman from the other life shows up, he wonders if he’s going mad, or if reality is only a thin veneer over mayhem and death. A battle looms, between who he is and what he could be. Can Jack escape the secret conspiracy? Or is he the source? If you like dark Urban Fantasy and struggles for good in a morally ambiguous world, you’ll love the Monster in the Mirror.

Jonathan Small (Author), Donna Allen (Narrator)

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History Smashers: The American Revolution

Myths! Lies! Secrets! Uncover the hidden truth behind the Revolutionary War with beloved educator/author Kate Messner. Perfect for fans of I Survived! and Nathan Hale's Hazardous Tales. On April 18, 1775, Paul Revere rode through Lexington and Concord, Massachusetts, shouting, 'The British are coming!' to start the American Revolution.RIGHT? WRONG! Paul Revere made it to Lexington, but before he could complete his mission, he was captured! The truth is, dozens of Patriots rode around warning people about the Redcoats' plans that night. It was actually a man named Samuel Prescott who succeeded, alerting townspeople in Lexington and then moving on to Concord. But the Revolutionary War didn't officially start for more than a year after Prescott's ride. No joke. Discover the nonfiction series that smashes everything you thought you knew about history. Don't miss History Smashers: The Mayflower, Women's Right to Vote, Pearl Harbor, and Titanic.

Kate Messner (Author), Donna Allen (Narrator)

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The Black Agenda: Bold Solutions for a Broken System

The first book of its kind, a collection bringing together leading Black scholars and experts for a policy-oriented approach to the fight for racial justice in America. From ongoing reports of police brutality to the disproportionate impact COVID-19 has had on Black Americans, the year 2020 brought a renewed awareness to the deep-rootedness of racism and white supremacy in every facet of American life. As people have looked both inward and to their communities to understand the impact of systemic oppression, they have turned in droves to books for guidance in working toward a more just and equitable world. Until now, however, there has yet to be a book published for a general audience from the perspective of Black scholars and experts proposing ideas from a policy-oriented standpoint. The Black Agenda: Bold Solutions for a Broken System features Black voices across economics, education, health, climate, and technology, speaking to the question 'What's next?' as it pertains to centering Black people in policy matters in our country. Essayists including Dr. Sandy Darity, Dr. Hedwig Lee, Mary Heglar, and Janelle Jones present groundbreaking ideas ranging from Black maternal and infant health to reparations to AI bias to inclusive economic policy, with the potential to uplift and heal not only Black America, but the entire country. A Macmillan Audio production from St. Martin's Press

Anna Gifty Opoku-Agyeman (Author), Anna Gifty Opoku-Agyeman, Chanté Mccormick, Donna Allen, Keylor Leigh, Michael Ward, Robin Eller, Terrence Kidd (Narrator)

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Open Your Own Doors: One Woman’s Story of Success in a Male-Dominated Industry

How women can speak up and stand out in a business world built for men. A Top Ten performer at a previous financial advisory services firm, Nora Castro was invited to meet with the senior executive team at her new company. In a boardroom where Castro was the only female in attendance, the president asked for big ideas to save the firm from their shrinking footprint in the industry. Castro’s hand shot up. “I have the answer!” When she was ignored, she responded in a loud voice, “What percentage of executives in our firm are women?” Without acknowledging her, the president called an end to the meeting and the men walked out, leaving Castro sitting alone. This is the story of how one woman fought her way to the top in a cutthroat industry built and run by men. Through vivid career anecdotes and a little tough love, Castro shows women everywhere—regardless of industry—how to follow her up the ladder and open the door to their own success. Open Your Own Doors is chock-full of actionable steps for strategically building your career by leveraging a feminine superpower: nurturing relationships. A motivating narrative from a formidable woman, this guide is essential for learning how to speak up and stand out.

Nora Castro (Author), Donna Allen (Narrator)

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'Til I Want No More

When the man she loved years ago returns to town, one young woman's complicated past rises again, threatening to expose her well-kept secrets. If Maxine could put her finger on the moment when her life went into a tailspin, she would point back twenty years to the day her daddy died. She tells herself he's the only person who ever really knew and loved her, and if he hadn't left her behind, her future would've taken a different path. No absentee mother, no stepfather, no rebellious ripping and running during her teenage years. And no JD, who gave her wandering young heart a home, at least for a time. But that's over and done with. All grown-up now, Maxine has pledged her heart and ring finger to Theodore Charles, the man she'll promise to love, honor, and obey in front of God and everybody. At least that's what she's telling anybody who will listen. The only folks buying it are the dog and the readers of her column, however. Her best friend and family aren't having it―not even Celeste, the double bass-playing thirteen-year-old the community of Mount Laurel, North Carolina, believes is Maxine's adopted sister. And apparently, neither is the newly returned JD, who seems intent on toppling Maxine's reconstructed life. As her wedding day marches ever closer, Maxine confronts what it means to be really known and loved by examining what's buried in her own heart and exposing truth that has never seen the light of day. A Christian fiction novel with a poignant story of romance, a search for truth, and a journey to redemption. For fans of Chris Fabry, Lauren Denton, and Charles Martin.

Robin W. Pearson (Author), Donna Allen (Narrator)

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Fag Hags, Divas and Moms: The Legacy of Straight Women in the AIDS Community

The history of the AIDS epidemic has largely been told from the perspective of gay men: their losses, struggles, and contributions. But what about the women - in particular, straight women? Not just Elizabeth Taylor and Princess Diana, but thousands whose accomplishments have never been recognized? Drawing on personal interviews and archival research, Fag Hags, Divas and Moms: The Legacy of Straight Women in the AIDS Community is the first book to share the stories of women around the world, throughout the epidemic. Victoria Noe assures their place in women's history, for their determination to educate and advocate, to end the epidemic once and for all.

Victoria Noe (Author), Donna Allen (Narrator)

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30 Days to Financial Excellence: Learn to Master Your Money Like a Personal Finance Pro

Do you want to live a more abundant life, free from money worries? Do you believe that money and happiness can go hand in hand? Do you want to finally get in control and make the most of your earnings? In 30 Days to Financial Excellence, author and personal finance coach Inge Natalie Hol shows you how you can create a lifelong, smooth-running money management system in just one month. By following her easy-to-apply daily strategies and action plans, this practical blueprint will generate immediate results for your financial life and your happiness. In this refreshingly easy-to-follow course, you’ll learn how to: - Streamline your expenses, cut out the unnecessary, and put more money toward your financial goals - Pay off your debts with an automated strategy and put an end to the stress - Start saving seriously so you can begin living out your dreams - Add an income stream and live a more abundant life - Set up your retirement accounts to build a secure future - Implement good money habits that are easy to maintain - Make a long-term financial plan, set goals, and track your progress - And much, much more! If you want to finally achieve financial success, then you don’t want to miss this essential guide. 30 Days to Financial Excellence is packed with practical, easy-to-implement motivational advice that gets you to instantly create a happier life with more money, less stress, and a carefree financial future. Get your copy of 30 Days to Financial Excellence and set off on the path to success today!

Inge Natalie Hol (Author), Donna Allen (Narrator)

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She Votes: How U.S. Women Won Suffrage, and What Happened Next

She Votes is an intersectional story of the women who won suffrage, and those who have continued to raise their voices for equality ever since. From the first female Principal Chief of the Cherokee Nation to the first woman to wear pants on the Senate floor, author Bridget Quinn shines a spotlight on the women who broke down barriers. This deluxe book also honors the 100th anniversary of the Nineteenth Amendment with illustrations by 100 women artists. • A colorful, intersectional account of the struggle for women's rights in the United States • Features heart-pounding scenes and keenly observed portraits • Includes dynamic women from Elizabeth Cady Stanton to Audre Lorde She Votes is a refreshing and illuminating book for feminists of all kinds. Each artist brings a unique perspective; together, they embody the multiplicity of women in the United States. • From the pen of rockstar author and historian Bridget Quinn, this book tells the story of women's suffrage. • Perfect gift for feminists of all ages and genders who want to learn more about the 19th amendment and the journey to equal representation • A visually gorgeous book that will be at home on the shelf or on the coffee table • Add it to the shelf with books like Notorious RBG: The Life and Times of Ruth Bader Ginsburg by Irin Carmon and Shana Knizhnik; Rad American Women A-Z: Rebels, Trailblazers, and Visionaries who Shaped Our History . . . and Our Future! by Kate Schatz and Miriam Klein Stahl; and Why I March: Images from The Women's March Around the World by Abrams Books.

Bridget Quinn (Author), Bridget Quinn, Donna Allen (Narrator)

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Your Pain Is Not A Waste: Finding Answers, Hope, and the Meaning of Life in the Midst of Pain

D.N. Grace tells her story as a cancer survivor. Still in her twenties, Grace sees her life goals unfolding just as she planned. With a passion to serve God, her dream school within reach, and the love of her life at her side, she suddenly finds her life out of control and turned upside down taking a very different path. In Your Pain Is Not A Waste, Grace tells her story of being diagnosed with stage 3 soft tissue sarcoma and given two years to live, only if the chemotherapy drugs work. Cancer survivors will learn about: - early symptoms of cancer that can easily be missed and ignored - a new perspective of pain and how to value and embrace each moment - faith, peace, encouragement, and a renewed desire to fight Caregivers will learn: - How to be consistent in their love through the ugliness of the disease - Statements/words detrimental for a cancer patient to hear - How to be a strong encourager for their loved one Your Pain Is Not A Waste reveals: - the long-term side effects of chemotherapy treatment, the questions, the conflicts, the sacrifices - the tough choices cancer patients and their caregivers make every day and the pain they have to endure in their battle to beat cancer - the truth about cancer, and how sarcoma can leave the cancer survivors and their caregivers weary Through her journey and after facing cancer, Grace learns how God creates beauty out of ashes, and how He shapes a person as He works through pain. She learns that her pain is not a waste of time and sends a final message that in the midst of sufferings and with God’s strength, you can still fight and win the battle over pain.

D. N. Grace (Author), Donna Allen (Narrator)

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Boy Mom: What Your Son Needs Most from You

This guidebook, packed with wisdom, practical advice, resources, and encouragement, explores how moms can equip their sons with what they most need to succeed in life. Monica Swanson knew she'd tapped a heartfelt concern when nearly two million readers shared her blog post 'What a Teenage Boy Needs Most from His Mom.' In this helpful book, she takes mothers deeper into the insights they need for the boy-raising journey, covering topics from dealing with the daily influences of friends and technology to helping a boy grow to be physically, spiritually, and emotionally healthy. She also addresses learning and finding passions, perspectives on relationships and dating, and work ethics and money management. Each chapter features relatable stories, handy checklists, and practical advice based on a combination of research, experience, and biblical truth to guide and equip a mom in helping her son achieve his God-given potential. Praise for Boy Mom "In Boy Mom Monica Swanson offers readers practical advice and resounding hope that parenting our sons well through all seasons is not only possible but also enjoyable. This book is like an essential trail guide that I'll refer to again and again in the beautiful and challenging adventure of motherhood."-Becky Keife, author of No Better Mom for the Job and mom of three spirited boys "Monica Swanson is the friend we all need in our lives: humble, straightforward, warm, full of wisdom, and short on nonsense-and she knows her stuff like no one else. In Boy Mom she holds the bar high yet is forthcoming about her own struggles and imperfections. Inside these pages you'll find deeply rooted biblical and practical advice along with calls to action when you don't know where to start. The Boy Mom Manifesto at the end will not only inspire you but also make your heart swell."-Kate Merrick, author of Here, Now: Unearthing Peace and Presence in an Overconnected World "Monica Swanson is the ultimate Boy Mom mentor. While her perspective on parenting is grounded in biblical wisdom, each chapter holds excellent practical tools for how to work out that wisdom on a daily basis in our homes. Of course, we know there aren't formulas that will ensure we get it all right, but we also know that gleaning wisdom from women who have gone before us (and are still in the trenches with us) is invaluable in the wonderful adventure of helping boys become all God created them to be."-Jeannie Cunnion, author of Mom Set Free

Monica Swanson (Author), Donna Allen, Monica Swanson (Narrator)

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Working Whole: How To Unite Your Spiritual Beliefs And Your Work To Live Fulfilled

"Our work should be a manifestation of who we are and what we believe."Do you want more from work than just a paycheck or a title? Are you ready to manifest a work life rooted in joy, purpose and contentment? Career expert Kourtney Whitehead will guide you towards a deeper level of satisfaction by connecting your spiritual beliefs with your work. In Working Whole, she shares eight principles that will free you to be inspired and joyful in your life and work callings. She advises that when we commit to living our beliefs in these eight core areas (humility, surrender, discipline, gratitude, connection, love, power and patience), we can work authentically and live fulfilled. Drawn from her long career as a recruiter, counselor and coach and her work with everyone from new hires to seasoned executives in transition to high-achievers determining what retirement can mean for them, Kourtney shares tips and tools for handling the expectations, choices, conflicts, challenges and opportunities we face in our work life. She leads you through a transformative experience to become more creative, energized, observant, accepting of change and open-hearted. With a warm tone and featuring informative content, exploratory exercises and actionable suggestions throughout, Working Whole provides a clear framework for making life and career decisions, both big and small, allowing you to reach your highest potential and live your most fulfilled life.

Kourtney Whitehead (Author), Donna Allen (Narrator)

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Audiobooks Narrated by Donna Allen