Jane Yolen has 16 audiobooks on Listento.it, narrated by 15 narrators, with an average listener rating of 2.3★ across 12 ratings. The most-rated is Merlin and the Dragons.
Merlin and the Dragons
Summary
Young Arthur doesn't understand why pulling a sword from a stone qualifies him for kingship. Old Merlin tells him a story of his childhood, when he first learned to trust in himself: a story about fighting dragons, clashing armies, and a young boy's prophetic dreams. Merlin's story inspires young Arthur with the confidence he will need to become a great king. Masterfully narrated by film star Kevin Kline
©1991 Lightyear Entertainment L.P. (P)1991 Lightyear Entertainment L.P.
How Do Dinosaurs Learn to Read?
Summary
Children sometimes feel the task of learning to read is overwhelming, but the winning combination of rhyme here provide a perfect way to present the subject in a comical, engaging, and nonjudgmental way. Both practical and engaging, this story shows dinosaurs getting into all sorts of reading-related trouble! But of course, in the end, the dinosaurs learn how to carefully handle their books, read out loud, and read a lot!
©2018 Blue Sky Press (P)2019 Weston Woods Studios Inc
Roanoke
Summary
Spurred on by Sir Walter Raleigh, John White leads 120 men, women, and children across the treacherous Atlantic to colonize the wilds of Virginia. Landing at Roanoke Island in July of 1587 - with hostile Indians afoot and little food for winter - the colonists persuade White to return to England for the supplies and help they need. After a terrifying ocean crossing, White finds every available British ship pressed into service against the looming threat of the Spanish Armada. When White finally returns to Virginia after three years, the colonists are nowhere to be found. Their fate still remains one of history’s most puzzling mysteries. An award-winning author of more than 200 books - including Briar Rose and The Devil’s Arithmetic - Jane Yolen teams up with her private detective daughter Heidi Elisabet Yolen Stemple to explore a story that has baffled generations. Jessica Almasy’s pitch-perfect narration makes this a truly memorable listening experience for children and their parents.
©2003 Jane Yolen and Heidi Elisabet Yolen Stemple (P)2008 Recorded Books
The Salem Witch Trials
Summary
During the long, cold winter of 1692, seven young ladies from Salem, Massachusetts, begin to display disturbing symptoms. They’re convulsing, contorting, cowering, and croaking strange sounds. Finding no help from medical books, the village doctor declares them bewitched. Having already triggered more than 60,000 executions in Europe, the fear of witchcraft begins its work - even among sensible, down-to-earth New Englanders. And before it’s all over, 141 people are arrested - 19 women are hanged, one man is crushed to death, and four others die in jail. But long after the damning “testimony” of ghosts - seen and heard only by the “bewitched” - was forever banned from courts, one question remains: What really happened? Jane Yolen - whose hundreds of books have garnered numerous accolades, including Golden Kite and Nebula Awards - teams up with her private detective daughter Heidi Elisabet Yolen Stemple to craft this Oppenheim Toy Portfolio Platinum Award winner. Jessica Almasy’s stellar narration adds luster to a baffling episode in U.S. history.
©2004 Jane Yolen and Heidi Elisabet Yolen Stemple (P)2008 Recorded Books
Best of Science Fiction and Fantasy
Summary
Watch out - the Earth just fell into a dark sun's orbit! Or maybe you'd rather visit a theme park called Hell? These are just two of the strange and unnerving tales you'll find in this collection of great science fiction and fantasy stories. Take your imagination into futuristic and mystical worlds where gravity can kill and humans become walking biochip labs. See the world through the eyes of a four-legged creature in Susan Shwartz's "Critical Cats", and meet an electronic storyteller in Isaac Asimov's "Someday". The other stories include Greg Bear's "Blood Music," Ben Bova's "The Man Who Hated Gravity", Arthur C. Clarke's "Breaking Strain", Fritz Leiber's "A Pail of Air", Kristine Kathryn Rusch's "Sing" and "Story Child", Dan Simmons's "Vanni Fucci Is Alive and Well and Living in Hell", Connie Willis's "Ado", and Jane Yolen's "Green Messiah."
©198 8; 1990 by Kristine Kathryn Rusch; 1956 by Royal Publications; 1991 by Susan Shwartz; 1951 by Galaxy Publishing Corporation, Renewed 1978 by Fritz Leiber; 1949 by Arthur C. Clarke; 1988 by Jane Yolen; 1989 by Davis Publications; 1987 by Kristine Kathryn Rusch; 1983 by Greg Bear (P)1991 Dove Audio
How Do Dinosaurs Say Good Night
Summary
Follow along as eleven different dinosuar children and their prehistoric parents give a big kiss, turn out the light, tuck in their tails, and whisper "good night." Filled with wonderful detail, humor, and priceless expressions. Please note: this audiobook is in French.
©2000 Jane Yolen (P)2011 Scholastic Audio
Beyond the Pale
Summary
Beyond the Pale is an anthology of 12 dark fantasy and paranormal stories that skirt the border between our world and others. Was that my imagination, or did I hear something under my bed? What was that blurred movement in my darkened closet? There is but a thin veil separating the real and the fantastic and therein dwell the inhabitants of these stories. Beyond the Pale's award-winning and The New York Times best-selling authors present: "Hooves and the Hovel of Abdel Jameela" by Saladin Ahmed (author of Throne of the Crescent Moon) "The Children of the Shark God" by Peter S. Beagle (author of The Last Unicorn series) "Misery" and "Shadow Children" by Heather (Zac) Brewer (author of the Vladimir Tod series) "Even Hand" by Jim Butcher (author of the Dresden Files series) "Death Warmed Over" by Rachel Caine (author of the Weather Warden series) "Red Run" by Kami Garcia (coauthor of Beautiful Creatures) "Pale Rider" and "The Adventures of Lightning Merriemouse-Jones" by Nancy Holder (author of Wicked) "Frost Child" and "South" by Gillian Philip (author of the Rebel Angels series) "A Knot of Toads" by Jane Yolen (author of Owl Moon) The noun “pale” refers to a stake (as in, one used for impaling vampires) or pointed piece of wood (as in, a paling fence). “Pale” came to refer to an area enclosed by a paling fence. Later, it acquired the figurative meaning of an enclosed, and therefore, safe domain. Conversely, "beyond the pale" means foreign, strange, or threatening. You are about to go beyond the pale. Cover art by Abigail Larson. Edited by Henry Herz.
©2014 Henry Herz (P)2020 Birch Tree Publishing
How Do Dinosaurs Choose Their Pets?
Summary
Come along on a playful romp as dinosaurs choose outrageous pets, shocking their parents in this fantastically comic new addition to Yolen and Teague's best-selling, award-winning series. "Can I keep it? It's so cute!" Brimming with laugh-aloud humor, enormous dinosaur children surprise their parents by bringing home a wild menagerie of highly unusual pets! What would happen if your child walked in the door with a pet tiger? Or an elephant, boa constrictor, zebra, or kangaroo? Would you smile? Perfect for every child who has ever loved or yearned for a pet, this new uproarious book delights listeners of all ages as they peek into the mischievous world of Jane Yolen and Mark Teague's best-selling dinosaur series. In the end, children and dinosaurs both learn which animals make the most practical pets, and the best places to find them - including shelters and pet stores. Wonderfully silly, here is the perfect book for little dinosaurs who may soon have a furry, feathery, or scaly new friend in the house. If you were as big as the dinosaurs in this book, what pet would be your first choice?
©2017 Jane Yolen (P)2018 Scholastic Inc.
Bruce Coville's Book of Monsters
Summary
There's something behind you.... This anthology of 13 monster tales features writings by Jack Prelutsky, Jane Yolen, Patrick Bone, Joe R. Lansdale, and others. By the author of My Teacher Is an Alien.
©1995 Bruce Coville (P)2010 Random House
How Do Dinosaurs Eat Their Food?
Summary
These mischievous dinosaurs show that burping, spilling, playing with one's food and outright refusing to eat are not the best ways to enjoy a meal. An entertaining guide to table manners and a good reminder that positive and pleasant mealtime behavior gets the best results.
©2005 Blue Sky Press (P)2007 Weston Woods
Sword of the Rightful King
Summary
Even though he has been king of Britain for four years, Arthur's position is far from secure. Rulers of the island's many small fiefdoms are still reluctant to admit his sovereignty. And the sorceress Morgause, believing her own sons have as much blood right to rule as Arthur, plots openly against his life. This clever recrafting of the early Arthurian saga is splendidly rendered by multiple award-winning author Jane Yolen.
©2003 Jane Yolen (P)2003 Recorded Books
How Do Dinosaurs Say Good Night
Summary
Follow along as 11 different dinosuar children and their prehistoric parents give a big kiss, turn out the light, tuck in their tails, and whisper "good night." Filled with wonderful detail, humor, and priceless expressions. Please note: this audiobook is in Portuguese.
©2000 Jane Yolen (P)2011 Scholastic Audio
Miriam at the River
Summary
The biblical story of baby Moses as told by his big sister. Giving her baby brother a kiss, brave little Miriam places Moses' basket into the river. With one quick push, she sends him into the water, hoping her wish will come true and her brother will be saved from Pharaoh's orders. But will Pharaoh's daughter arrive in time to rescue him? Please note: The original source audio for this production includes noise/volume issues. This is the best available audio from the publisher.
©2020 Jane Yolen (P)2020 Lerner Digital ™
Wizard's Hall
Summary
Poor Henry. It's not enough that his mother has sent him away from home to learn magic. It's not enough that everyone at his new school calls him Thornmallow because hes prickly on the outside, squishy within. Its not enough that the only talent he shows at Wizard's Hall is an ability to make messes of even the simplest spells. Now, when Wizard's Hall is threatened by a cruel sorcerers fearsome beast, it is up to Henry - er, Thornmallow - to figure out how to save not only his new friends but also the entire school for wizards.
©1999 Jane Yolen (P)2010 Random House
The Barefoot Book of Ballet Stories
Summary
Watch the curtain rise on these dramatic and beautiful ballets. The stories in this collection feature magic and comedy, drama and adventure, and are accompanied by a brief history of classical ballet, as well as historical details of the composition, choreography and early performances of each ballet.
©2009 Jane Yolen (P)2009 Barefoot Books
The Perfect Wizard
Summary
The author of over 200 books, Caldecott Medal winner Jane Yolen is beloved for her delightful children's stories. This Junior Library Guild Selection chronicles the life of Danish poet Hans Christian Andersen. Growing up poor, Hans struggles to bring his artistic vision to the world. In time he became world-renowned, most especially for the wondrous fairy tales he so vividly imagined.
©2004 Jane Yolen (P)2005 Recorded Books, LLC