Dana Black has narrated 3 audiobooks on Listento.it by 10 authors. The most-rated is The Animal Legacies.
Perfectly Abnormal
Summary
Living with a chronic illness is tough enough on its own, but it can become an overwhelming burden when we believe widespread myths about chronic illness. Without a strategy to overcome these lies, we can descend into a listless existence, even as people of faith. In Perfectly Abnormal, Chris Morris tears down the erroneous and misinformed beliefs surrounding chronic illness. From the unique standpoint of being both a parent of a special needs daughter and having a seizure disorder himself, Chris guides listeners through difficult terrain as he shreds the eight most common myths the chronic illness community faces. Then he begins the conversation of developing a better theology of illness, with the intent of bringing his listeners to a place of intentional excellence in spite of their conditions.
©2017 Chris Morris (P)2017 Chris Morris
Whispers in the Pews
Summary
Mental Illness is real. Will the Church get real? This book is a collection of essays from various authors: men and women, pastors and congregants, counselors and nurses, parents and children. All have a unique view of how mental health conditions affect people, and how the church has responded to these circumstances. Whispers in the Pews tackles how the mentally ill have been, and still are, treated in the church at large by sharing stories. This is not fundamentally a teaching book, but a book of moments and lives, knitted together by the common theme of mental health. No sermons will be included, though lessons learned from difficulties and their foundations in Scripture are encouraged. This collection will expand your vision, and your heart, about what the church does well for the mentally ill, and where we can improve. Advance Praise for Whispers in the Pews: "I am ridiculously excited for the stories in this book to be shared. There is an incredible need to discuss the reality of mental illness and how the church can improve how it addresses this." (Colleen English, founder of Rettland Foundation) “I cannot imagine Jesus scolding someone with a mental illness, telling them to just get over it, try harder, memorize more verses. No, he would listen. He would love. He would be filled with compassion. And even he was deemed mentally ill in his time, his miracles attributed to demonic activity. In short, Jesus empathizes with people who don’t fit a culture’s mold. But the church? We can either cause more suffering or create pathways of hope. Sadly, through ignorance and Christian platitudes we’ve done more of the former than the latter. This book offers incredibly precious insight to help the church become like Jesus for those who suffer. Listen to this book. Give it to your pastors and leaders. Revolutionary seems too small a word.” (Mary DeMuth, author of The Seven Deadly Friendships) "Chris Morris has compiled honest and raw stories that give sight into the heart of many Christians who have battled, or are battling, mental illness. Whispers in the Pews brings to light that mental health matters and how it hasn't always mattered in the Christian community, and it needs to. Our churches need to be a place where all are welcome, no matter one's story. Chris has written a thought-provoking book that will stir up your heart to be a part of the change we need to see." (Shawn Elizabeth George)
©2018 Llama Publishing LLC (P)2019 Llama Publishing LLC
The Animal Legacies
Summary
Best-selling author and publisher Rebecca Hall Gruyter once again gathers an incredible community of creative, open-hearted authors to awaken, inspire, and empower listeners. If your life has ever been touched by the love and companionship of an animal, then you will want this book by your side to hear and refer to often! In this anthology, each author shares their personal story of animals who have left a special, indelible imprint on their lives. You’ll be entertained, enchanted, and inspired by these warm, engaging celebrations of animals who have brought such joy and laughter, comfort, and protection during difficult times, and profound life lessons to which we can all relate. Within this book, you’ll find stories of imaginary animal friends who kept a child company during lonely times, confessions of a self-proclaimed Cat Lady, the interesting lives of crows and the antics of squirrels, how we can tune into our pets to receive the messages they have for us, an adoption experience from a dog’s point of view, and much more. The magic of this book is the reminder that the connection between humans and animals runs very deep. As one writer put it, animals help “pull us more deeply into the spirit of the natural world.” These beautifully crafted experiences will bring you right into that special world...of animal legacies. Full list of narrators: Judy Blue, Meg Thalken, Allyson Voller, Alka Nayyar, Michelle Shupe, Sophie Grimm, Barbara Zahora, Kristie Berger, Adithi Chandrashekar, Dana Black, Annabel Armour, Christine Bunuaan, and Angela Morris.
©2019 Rebecca Hall Gruyter (P)2019 Rebecca Hall Gruyter