Audiobooks narrated by Tara Sands

In the frigid heart of a post-apocalyptic winter, can a retired ex-cop with OCD find the strength to protect his children and guide an escaped psychiatric patient to safety in a world where the lights have gone out? Patrick Dunn, a fifty-something ex-cop, thought he had left his days of action behind when a gunshot wound forced him into early retirement. But when an EMP strikes the country, plunging it into darkness, Pat's world turns upside down. His central desire is simple yet profound: he must get to his children in Salem and ensure their safety. Yet, as the relentless winter and the EMP's devastating effects make every step a challenge, he finds an unexpected ally in Holly, an escaped psychiatric patient with a mysterious past. Together, they navigate the treacherous post-apocalyptic landscape with Holly's irascible canine companion, Butler, by their side. Grip of Fury is a story of unwavering determination and resilience in the face of insurmountable odds. Patrick, haunted by his own demons, must overcome his struggles to protect his family. Meanwhile, Holly, once vulnerable and institutionalized, finds her inner strength and evolves in surprising ways amidst the chaos. Readers of EMP post-apocalyptic fiction will be drawn to this thrilling tale of survival, where the human spirit shines brightest in the darkest of times. Join Patrick, Holly, and Butler as they face the cold, the unknown, and the unrelenting grip of fury in a world forever changed. Grip of Fury is the riveting third book in After the End, a post-apocalyptic EMP survival series. If you like characters that jump off the page, spellbinding action, and edge-of-your-seat drama, then you'll love bestselling author Sam J Fires's nail-biting thriller. Perfect for fans of Ryan Schow, Grace Hamilton, Kyla Stone, and Jack Hunt. Dive into the gripping tale of Grip of Fury now!

Sam J. Fires (Author), Andrea Emmes, GM Hakim, Tara Sands (Narrator)

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Grip of Mercy

From Amazon #1 Best-Selling Author… The power’s out. And there's only one chance to escape. Grip of Mercy is the riveting fifth book in the After The End post-apocalyptic EMP survival series. If you like characters that jump off the page, spellbinding action, and edge-of-your-seat drama, then you’ll love bestselling author Sam J Fires’s nail-biting thriller. Grab your copy now!

Sam J. Fires (Author), David Bendena, GM Hakim, Jorjeana Marie, Maria McCann, Seth Podowitz, Stacy Gonzalez, Tara Sands (Narrator)

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Grip of Deceit

From Amazon #1 Best-Selling Author… A gunshot cost him his job, his leg, and his self-worth. Can this retired ex-cop reclaim his inner strength as the world plunges into darkness? Oregon, USA. Patrick Edward Dunn has nothing left. Heading home in snowy weather after dropping off his kids, the fifty-something, three-time-divorcé is shocked when cars on the highway lose control and start crashing. And stopping to help a woman trapped in her vehicle, he only has seconds to save her as a logging truck hurtles right at them… Holly Rebecca Winters doesn't know what's going on. Waking up with surprising bandages on her head and no memory of the last twenty-four hours, the psych hospital patient overhears staff worried about a suspicious power outage. So with her keepers distracted, the forty-three-year-old detainee grabs the chance for a desperate escape. As Patrick's ancient EMP-immune Chevy inches its way through the mayhem and brutal elements, he tries to help the injured. While Holly runs into rising danger, increasingly at risk of not making it off the frigid streets alive. Can these two survivors find safety, or is everyone doomed? Grip of Deceit is the riveting first book in After the End, a post-apocalyptic EMP survival series. If you like characters that jump off the page, spellbinding action, and edge-of-your-seat drama, then you'll love bestselling author Sam J Fires's nail-biting thriller. Perfect for fans of Ryan Schow, Grace Hamilton, Kyla Stone, and Jack Hunt. Buy Grip of Deceit to discover the hero within today!

Sam J. Fires (Author), GM Hakim, Tara Sands (Narrator)

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Grip of Despair

In the icy grip of a post-apocalyptic winter, can a retired ex-cop overcome his demons to protect an escaped psychiatric patient from a relentless pursuer? Enter the chilling world of Grip of Despair, book 2 of the After the End series. Meet Patrick Dunn, a fifty-something ex-cop, scarred by both physical and emotional wounds, who had just begun his journey to finalizing his third divorce when disaster struck. As an EMP plunges the country into darkness and winter's icy embrace tightens its hold, Pat's plans are shattered. His central desire is clear-protect Holly, a vulnerable woman he encounters on the desolate road. Holly, a victim of wrongful institutionalization since the age of 14, seizes her chance for freedom during the EMP chaos with her steadfast canine companion, Butler, by her side. However, danger lurks as Nurse Julian, intent on getting Holly back to the hospital, relentlessly pursues her, turning their treacherous journey into a high-stakes pursuit. As the elements conspire against them, Pat and Holly must summon unimaginable strength to survive. In a winter-stricken Oregon, the battle between good and evil rages on. Pat, haunted by his past and burdened by OCD, must confront his inner demons to protect those he cares about. Holly, once frail and vulnerable, finds newfound resilience in the face of adversity. Readers of post-apocalyptic fiction will be drawn to this gripping tale of human tenacity, where courage shines even in the darkest hour. Join Patrick, Holly, and Butler as they navigate a snow-covered landscape fraught with danger and discover the unyielding Grip of Despair. Grip of Despair is the riveting second book in After the End, a post-apocalyptic EMP survival series. If you like characters that jump off the page, spellbinding action, and edge-of-your-seat drama, then you'll love bestselling author Sam J Fires's nail-biting thriller. Perfect for fans of Ryan Schow, Grace Hamilton, Kyla Stone, and Jack Hunt.

Sam J. Fires (Author), GM Hakim, Rob Vlock, Tara Sands (Narrator)

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Eight Dates and Nights

Two teens with two very different ideas of how to spend Hanukkah learn to work together to save the last Jewish remnant in small town Texas in this cozy holiday romance! New Yorker Hannah Levin is allergic to exactly two things, horses and tinsel. Unfortunately, she's surrounded by both when she's snowed in at her grandmother's home in a small Texas town. Super lonely, missing latkes and reliable Wi-Fi, Hannah wanders into an old deli where she meets the only other Jewish teen around, Noah, who happens to be equal parts adorable and full of annoying, over the top festival of lights spirit that he's determined to share with Hannah one itchy Hanukkah sweater at a time. As the days pass-and a spectacularly memorable kiss following Noah's made up game of truth or dare dreidel takes place-Hannah begins to wonder if maybe there's more to Hanukkah than she thought. . .

Betsy Aldredge (Author), Tara Sands (Narrator)

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DARKROOM - ADL

K. R. Alexander (Author), Tara Sands (Narrator)

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Mindfulness Therapies for Anxiety

Having anxiety is not a curse… it’s just your body telling you that something’s wrong and it needs to be fixed – and here’s how: Rising responsibilities, midlife complications, and the increasing disconnect with loved ones are some of the culprits that trigger anxiety. And these reasons can easily take a toll on your mental health and drain your spirit. But you don’t have to give in to these concerns and settle for less… there is hope for you to live a better life – the life that you have always imagined for yourself! This guidebook contains the wisdom you need to overcome anxiety and revive your confidence and enthusiasm to be the best version of yourself. Inside, you’ll discover: ? The science behind anxiety – what actually happens in your brain when you’re anxious ? Compelling facts about anxiety – discover how men and women deal with anxiety differently ? Insight into the negative mind – and why negativity may not be too bad after all ? A heap of strategies to help deal with anxiety and restore mental peace ? A comprehensive walkthrough on meditation for anxiety – plus some tips on how to get the best results ? A list of easy-to-do meditation for beginners that you can get started with right away ? 7+ nutritious foods and power supplements that can help you reduce anxiety and feel more at ease And so much more! Anxiety traps you in a cycle of rumination, inaction, and self-doubt. But the good news is that you don’t have to remain stuck any longer – you can finally live life freely and feel that inner peace you’ve always longed for. Discover how to live a life filled with contentment, inner balance, and emotional strength.

Matthew Wilson (Author), Tara Sands (Narrator)

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Girls Without Tears

When six-year-old Skye disappears from Everglades City, Noa is hesitant to return to her hometown to help with the search effort. Skye is the daughter of Noa’s ex, Zack, and Taylor, the girl he dumped her for. Going home also means facing the townspeople who have always misunderstood Noa’s medical condition, Congenital Insensitivity to Pain, and dealing with more of their ignorant comments. But returning home is just the beginning of Noa's painful journey. When her childhood friend, Jamie, is assaulted by a vagrant, Noa intervenes in a violent counterattack—and the man’s fingerprints are found near Skye’s DNA. As Noa gets closer to the truth of who kidnapped Skye, she starts to uncover secrets about her hometown that she didn’t expect. Nothing and no one is what they seem in this small Florida backwater—and any good friend can quickly become a deadly enemy.

T. L. Finlay (Author), Tara Sands (Narrator)

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Minecraft: Zombies!

Meet the next big thing in the world of official Minecraft novels: zombies! Looking after a little sibling can be a real headache . . . especially when they're a zombie trying to eat your brains! Life is good for Bobbie in the sleepy village of Plaintown. Sure, her villager parents only ever say "Hrm," but you pick up the local language quickly. And maybe her little brother, Johnny, is always getting into trouble, but the village's iron golem is there to look out for him. And, yeah, things are too busy for exploring when you're the only one in town who ever takes their hands out of their sleeves. But maybe that's for the best. After all, there are things out there beyond the torchlight that are better handled by adventurers. But one night, a stranger comes to Plaintown-and he's followed by a horde of ravenous zombies! Bobbie's village is overrun, and her world is turned upside down as her friends, family, and neighbors fall victim to the zombies' endless appetite. Life is not so good for Ben, an adventurer with nothing left to his name but the armor on his back. When dawn's light shows him an abandoned village, he sees it as a chance to pick through the wreckage and get himself back on track. What he wasn't expecting to run into was a desperate girl with a baby zombie villager on a leash. Bobbie and Johnny are the only ones left . . . and her brother's a lot greener and a lot bitier than he was last night. There's still some of Johnny rattling around the little zombie monster's mind; Bobbie just knows it. And Ben might know a way to bring him back. As the two journey across the Overworld, dragging Johnny along (literally), they brave dangerous depths, terrifying mobs, and an expanding mystery. Was the zombie attack on Bobbie's village really just bad luck? Where did the rest of the zombies go? And how exactly do you take care of a little brother who can't stop trying to eat you? Hold onto your brains-and your bows-and get ready to enter Minecraft: Zombies!

Nick Eliopulos (Author), Tara Sands (Narrator)

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First Phone: A Child's Guide to Digital Responsibility, Safety, and Etiquette

A fun and informative illustrated kids' guide, adapted for audio, to safely and productively navigating the digital landscape. Cellphones have become a fact of life, with children as young as eight (yes, eight!) getting their very own "devices." Such boundless access means our kids are in nearly constant contact with technology that was designed specifically for adults. And they're doing so without any type of road map. Enter First Phone: the essential audiobook that apprehensive parents can confidently hand to their kids to listen to as they begin their journey into the digital world. In First Phone, Catherine Pearlman-licensed clinical social worker and parenting expert-speaks directly to eight- to twelve-year-old children about digital safety in a manner that is playful, engaging, and age-appropriate. With insights and strategies supported by the latest research, First Phone offers: • guidance on privacy, boundaries, social media, and even sexting (yes, young children need to learn about sexting before it happens!) • best digital hygiene and self-care practices, including when to put the darn phone down, when to turn off notifications, and where to charge • how to be a kind and compassionate upstander in a digital world An essential companion when your child receives their first phone, this audiobook provides kids the tools and information they need while giving their parents peace of mind.

Catherine Pearlman (Author), Catherine Pearlman, Dominique Franceschi, Elena Rey, Keylor Leigh, Michael Crouch, Tara Sands (Narrator)

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Apple Crush

After finally adjusting to life on a family farm with two brand new step-sisters, a young girl faces an even bigger challenge - figuring out where she fits in at her first year in middle school. This middle grade graphic novel explores family, friendship, and change! Jen is just getting used to her life on Peapod Farm with her new stepsisters, Andy and Reese. But when the school year starts, there are even more changes in store for her. Jen has to navigate new friends and new challenges--but at least she'll have Andy with her, right? As she starts the sixth grade, she finds that her stepsister seems way more interested in crushes and boys than hanging out with her, while Jen wants to know when the world decided boys and girls couldn't be 'just friends' anymore. Jen's story continues in the standout sequel to Stepping Stones that captures everything awesome (and scary) about growing up.

Lucy Knisley (Author), Em Grosland, Eric Jason Martin, George Newbern, James Fouhey, Joshua Kane, Keylor Leigh, Lauren Fortgang, Minka Wiltz, Patricia Santomasso, Sarah Mollo-Christensen, Sean Patrick Hopkins, Tara Sands, Valerie Rose Lohman (Narrator)

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Hilo Book 7: Gina---The Girl Who Broke the World

'An action-packed page turner with heart!'--Dav Pilkey, author of DOGMAN Hilo's back! Introducing an exciting, BRAND NEW epic story arc starring GINA in the New York Times BESTSELLING GRAPHIC NOVEL SERIES that kids and critics love! Hundreds of years ago, MAGIC disappeared from Earth. At least...UNTIL NOW. Because suddenly, giant magical beings are appearing and only GINA can see them. Not to mention, Gina can somehow do magic herself. Magic is powerful. But it can also be DANGEROUS. With DJ and HILO's help, can Gina figure out how to protect the magical beings from the creatures who are after them? AND how to use her magic to become who she was always meant to be? And can she do it WITHOUT putting the entire PLANET in JEOPARDY?! Find out in Hilo 7--a laugh-out-loud, action packed adventure filled with epic battles! friendship! annoying older brothers! annoying older sisters! good guys! bad guys! inappropriate jokes! mangoes! magic! and much, much more! Here's what people (and robots!) are saying about Hilo! 'Every kid would love a pal like Hilo, and every kid will LOVE this book!' --Lincoln Peirce, author of Big Nate series 'A story that can be enjoyed by the entire family.' --New York Times

Judd Winick (Author), Adenrele Ojo, Bahni Turpin, Feodor Chin, Ivan Mok, Kathleen Mcinerney, Keylor Leigh, Minka Wiltz, Phil Lamarr, Quincy Surasmith, Sean Kenin Elias-Reyes, Sean Patrick Hopkins, Tara Sands, Yuuki Luna (Narrator)

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Audiobooks Narrated by Tara Sands