Audiobooks narrated by Maya Saroya

Hafsah Faizal (Author), Maya Saroya, TBD (Narrator)

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A Tempest of Tea: The must-read YA fantasy of 2024, from the author of TikTok sensation We Hunt the

From Hafsah Faizal, New York Times-bestselling author of We Hunt the Flame, comes A Tempest of Tea - an intoxicating brew of vampires, secrets and romance, perfect for fans of Leigh Bardugo's Six of Crows. On the streets of White Roaring, Arthie Casimir is a criminal mastermind and collector of secrets. Her prestigious tearoom transforms into an illegal bloodhouse by dark, catering to the vampires feared by society. But when her establishment is threatened, Arthie is forced to strike an unlikely deal with an alluring adversary to save it-and she can't do the job alone. Calling on some of the city's most skilled outcasts, Arthie hatches a plan to infiltrate the dark and glittering vampire society known as the Athereum. But not everyone in her ragtag crew is on her side, and as the truth behind the heist unfolds, Arthie finds herself in the midst of a conspiracy that will threaten the world as she knows it. Dark, action-packed, and swoonworthy, this is Hafsah Faizal better than ever.

Hafsah Faizal (Author), Maya Saroya, TBD (Narrator)

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Mrs Sidhu’s ‘Dead and Scone’

The debut cosy culinary crime thriller from Suk Pannu, creator of BBC Radio 4’s Mrs Sidhu Investigates and writer for Goodness, Gracious, Me and The Kumars at No. 42. Shortlisted for the 2024 McDermid Award ‘Stuffed with warmth and wicked, cross-cultural observations, Dead and Scone is a dollop of cosy crime goodness’ Vaseem Khan, author of The Malabar House series ‘Mrs Sidhu – Slough's answer to Miss Marple – is a wonderful creation’ S.J. Bennett, author of The Windsor Knot ‘A tale of dark shenanigans in a quintessential English village’ J.M. Hall, author of A Spoonful of Murder ‘Bake Off meets Face/Off. Devilish fun’ Eoin Colfer, author of the Artemis Fowl series The perfect village. Mrs Sidhu, caterer and amateur sleuth, is delighted when she is offered a position as chef in a quiet corner of Berkshire. It’s a far cry from her cramped kitchen, where she was used to making an endless parade of aubergine bhajis! The perfect fete. In no time, Mrs Sidhu starts throwing herself into local events like the summer fete. But amongst the bunting, cakes and funfair games, a killer is lurking. The perfect crime. Mrs Sidhu soon discovers the unthinkable. A murderer is picking victims through the fairground raffle. Who is next on their list? And can Mrs Sidhu stop them in time? What readers are saying about Dead and Scone ‘A thrilling and very amusing story’⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ ‘A little bit quirky, with great characters, a very clever plot, and a very likeable Mrs Sidhu’⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ ‘The funny and tragic twists and turns kept me hooked’ ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ ‘A great, well-written whodunnit with entertaining characters and lovely humour’ ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ ‘My first encounter with Mrs Sidhu has been fun, thanks to her witty musings and laugh-out-loud one-liners’ ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ ‘Tense and twisty, Dead and Scone is intriguing and funny, a compulsive read’ ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ ‘Mrs Sidhu is Miss Marple remade for modern times’ ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ ‘I absolutely loved it and it’s one of my favourite reads this year!’ ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ ‘The story really kept me on my toes and had so many twists and turns that I could have never have guessed the ending’ ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ ‘If you like cosy with a dash of noir you're in for a treat!’ ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐

Suk Pannu (Author), Maya Saroya (Narrator)

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Everything the Light Touches

‘A novel like none other’ AMITAV GHOSH ‘A masterpiece’ AVNI DOSHI ‘Wise, funny, touching’ ROBERT MACFARLANE Winner, Sushila Devi 2023 Winner, Atta Galatta 2023 for Best Fiction Winner, AutHer Award 2023 for Fiction Finalist, Tata Live Award for Fiction 2023 Longlisted, 2023 JCB Prize for Literature Shortlisted, Valley of Words Awards 2023 for English Fiction A Best Book of 2022 in The New Yorker Four lives, uniquely linked, in a story that journeys across continents and centuries… For Shai, lost and drifting, a visit to her hometown in India’s Northeast offers the possibility of new ways of living. For Evelyn, a Cambridge student, scientific inspiration guides her to the forests of the lower Himalayas and a world she has only read about. For Johann, a German writer, travelling through Italy inspires him to develop ground-breaking ideas that will cement his place in history. And for a young Swede, an unwavering curiosity for Earth’s natural wonders takes him on an expedition that will forever alter the way we understand the world around us. A multi-layered literary saga bringing together people and places that seem, at first, far removed, Everything the Light Touches is a marvellous exploration of our ways of seeing, told through the eyes of four unexpectedly intertwined people.

Chris Nayak, Janice Pariat (Author), Camilla Rockley, Matt Addis, Maya Saroya (Narrator)

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A Night at the Frost Fair

Capture the magic of winters past with this stunning gift for all the family by bestselling author Emma Carroll. 'A magical adventure to melt the frostiest of hearts' Ben Miller. It's Christmastime, and searching for magic, Maya finds herself transported back two hundred years to the banks of the frozen river Thames. A boy called Eddie shows Maya the bustle of the glittering frost fair, filled with music, sweet stalls and thrilling rides. Is this all a dream, or can Maya bring a piece of the beautiful frost fair home with her after all . . . ? A winter story of freedom and family, from the award-winning Emma Carroll, A Night at the Frost Fair is a classic to treasure on the family bookshelf this Christmas and for years to come.

Emma Carroll (Author), Maya Saroya (Narrator)

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The Ship of Shadows: Secrets of the Stars

Brought to you by Puffin. PREPARE FOR PUZZLES, PERIL, AND PLENTY OF CAKE IN THE SECOND THRILLING ADVENTURE FOR ALEJA AND THE CREW OF THE LEGENDARY SHIP OF SHADOWS Aleja and her fellow pirates are eager to embark on a new adventure to find the second piece of the missing magical map. But they soon find themselves panicking, bewildered by a series of confusing clues. And time is running out - fast. When she starts experiencing strange visions, Aleja realizes that someone is trying to tell her something. But can this new knowledge be trusted? And what will it cost her to find out? With the crew's loyalties tested and more secrets to unlock than ever, Aleja must find a way to beat the clock and prove herself truly worthy of her place on the ship's crew . . . Praise for The Ship of Shadows: 'A sumptuous delight of a book' - Sophie Kirtley, author of The Wild Way Home 'A feast for the imagination . . . an enthralling adventure.' - Abi Elphinstone, author of Sky Song 'This swashbuckling tale has it all . . . I loved it.' - Alex Bell, author of The Polar Bear Explorers' Club READERS CAN'T WAIT FOR SECRETS OF THE STARS: 'With a strong protagonist and a likeable crew of characters, I couldn't stay away from the story for long, and now I CRAVE a follow-up.' Gavin Hetherington, waterstones.com 'Thrilling, exciting and intriguing and I can't wait for the next instalment!' Rhiannon, waterstones.com 'What a fantastic spellbinding book . . . A truly fascinating tale and we cannot wait for the second book to be released!' Eva Sneep, amazon.co.uk 'Ship of Shadows was a fantastic book . . . I just loved everything that happened and it ended in such a way where you need the sequel asap.' Emma Thompson, waterstones.com 'The real treasure in this gem of a book lies in the crew . . . I can't wait to join the crew again for the next instalment of this thrilling tale.' Stephanie, amazon.co.uk 'I highly recommend diving into this novel. It's highly likely that you won't be able to wait for the next instalment.' Tracy Curran, waterstones.com © Maria Kuzniar 2021 (P) Penguin Audio 2021

Maria Kuzniar (Author), Maya Saroya (Narrator)

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Joker Moon

The return of the famous shared-world superhero books created and edited by fantasy titan George R.R. Martin. In the aftermath of World War II, the Earth’s population was devastated by a terrifying alien virus. Those who survived were changed for ever. This is the story of that world. Theodorus was a dreamer. As a child, he dreamed of aeroplanes, rockets and outer space. When the wild card virus touched him and transformed him into a monstrous snail centaur weighing several tons, his boyhood dreams seemed out of reach, but a Witherspoon is not so easily defeated. Years and decades passed, and Theodorus grew to maturity and came into his fortune . . . but still his dream endured. But now when he looked upward into the night sky, he saw more than just the Moon . . . he saw a joker homeland, a refuge where the outcast children of the wild card could make a place of their own, safe from hate and harm. An impossible dream, some said. Others, alarmed by the prospect, brought all their power to bear to oppose him. Theodorus persisted . . . . . . never dreaming that the Moon was already inhabited. And the Moon Maid did not want company. For decades, George R.R. Martin – bestselling author of A Song of Ice and Fire – has collaborated with an ever-shifting ensemble of science fiction and fantasy icons to create the amazing Wild Cards universe.

Tba (Author), Maya Saroya (Narrator)

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Last Night

Two best friends. One missed chance. And a night that changes everything. Eve, Justin, Susie and Ed have been friends since they were eighteen. Now in their 30s, the four are still as close as ever, Thursday pub quiz night is still sacred, and Eve is still secretly in love with Ed. Maybe Eve should have moved on by now, but she can’t stop thinking about what could have been. And she knows Ed sometimes thinks about it too. Then one night, in an instant, all their lives change forever. And, as Eve learns she didn’t know her friends as well as she thought, she also discovers she isn’t the only person keeping secrets… 'Brilliant on relationships, friendships and emotions… I loved, loved, loved this book’ Marian Keyes, #1 bestselling author of Grown-Ups ‘Gorgeously romantic, as well as a story about friendship and grief and loss; I never wanted it to end’ Beth O’Leary, #1 bestselling author of The Flatshare ‘A luminous, heart-achingly beautiful love letter to friendship’ Josie Silver, #1 bestselling author of One Day in December Don’t miss the brand-new book from the internationally bestselling author, a heartbreaking story of love, friendship and secrets.

Mhairi Mcfarlane (Author), Maya Saroya (Narrator)

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I’m Ready for Big School

Brought to you by Ladybird. Ladybird presents a collection of fun original audio stories written to inspire young children who are just starting Big School! The stories in this collection include My Teacher is an Alien, World Book Day, the Secret Door, Oh No, The Escapades of the Escaping Hamster and Sick Bay. This edition is filled with creative and engaging sound effects and is the perfect travel companion for little listeners everywhere. Aimed at children aged 4+, this is perfect for for family listening and learning and development for young minds. Other audiobooks in the Ladybird Audio Original series include Ladybird Stories for Rainy Days, Ladybird Stories for Car Journeys and the Ladybird Audio Adventures (P) Penguin Audio 2020

Ladybird (Author), Anna Acton, Maya Saroya (Narrator)

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Amazing Muslims Who Changed the World

Brought to you by Puffin. Think you know who first thought of the theory of evolution? Ever wondered who created the oldest university in the world? And have you heard the incredible tale of the masked knight - a rebel girl who became a military commander? Meet just some of the amazing Muslim men and women who have changed our world - from pirate queens, nurses, warriors, scientists, actors, and mathematicians, to courageous ordinary men and women doing extraordinary things. You'll find people you might know, like Malala Yousafzai, Mo Farah and Muhammad Ali, as well as some you might not, such as: Hasan Ibn Al-Haytham: the first scientist to prove theories about how light travels, hundreds of years before Isaac Newton Sultan Razia: a fearsome female ruler G. Willow Wilson: the comic book artist who created the first ever Muslim Marvel character Ibtihaj Muhammad: the Olympic and World Champion fencer and the first American to compete in the games wearing hijab. Noor Inayat Khan: the Indian Princess who became a British spy during WWII © Burhana Islam 2020 (P) Penguin Audio 2020

Burhana Islam (Author), Maya Saroya (Narrator)

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The Ship of Shadows

Brought to you by Penguin. 'A feast for the imagination . . . an enthralling adventure.' - Abi Elphinstone, author of Sky Song 'This swashbuckling tale has it all - storms in jars, magic kraken bells, lost cities and a truly unique pirate ship. I loved it.' - Alex Bell, author of The Polar Bear Explorers' Club Aleja is a dreamer who longs for a life of magic and adventure. So when a mysterious ship arrives in her Spanish harbour city, crewed by a band of ruthless women, Aleja knows it's sailed right out of a legend. And it wants her. But life aboard the Ship of Shadows is more than even she bargained for. It will take all of Aleja's strength and skill to gain the trust of her fellow pirates - and discover what they are risking everything to find . . . A sweeping, sparkling debut that will delight fans of The Polar Bear Explorer's Club and The Girl of Ink and Stars. © Maria Kuzniar 2020 (P) Penguin Audio 2020

Maria Kuzniar (Author), Maya Saroya (Narrator)

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Climate Rebels

Brought to you by Puffin. On the outskirts of the Milky Way, floating slowly through space, there hangs a planet unlike any other. It has oceans, deserts, jungles and mountains. It has life that swims, life that soars and life that swings through the trees. It is a place of dazzling variety and infinite wonder - and it's the only world we've got. Climate change is happening, now. But it's not too late to change the story. Meet the humans, from around the world, who are fighting to save our planet. This is your call to arms. Featuring 25 hopeful stories including Greta Thunberg, David Attenborough, Jane Goodall, Wangari Maathai - as well as lesser-known heroes, such as turtle-protector Len Peters, the guardians of the Amazon rainforest, and the poacher patrollers The Black Mambas. This book will transport you from the poles, to the oceans, to the rainforests, with iconic illustration. These are true stories to make you think, make you cry, make you hope - and these are stories to make us all stand together and protect our home. These stories are the proof that one person's small changes can grow into something big, and powerful, and world-changing. So read on to be inspired, as we take our future in our own hands, and together save Planet Earth - for all the living things that call it their home. © Ben Lerwill 2020 (P) Penguin Audio 2020

Ben Lerwill (Author), Maya Saroya, Prasanna Puwanarajah (Narrator)

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Audiobooks Narrated by Maya Saroya