Harriet Seed has narrated 9 audiobooks on Listento.it by 8 authors. The most-rated is The Pharaoh's Destiny.
Future Eves
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How did visionary women see the future? Written between 1931 and 1979, these 13 stories show how different women have, in different eras, envisioned the future of their sex. Selecting its contents from lesser known writers, Future Eves presents Leslie F. Stone's novelette "The Conquest of Gola" (1931), an encounter with Earth males told from the point-of-view of an alien matriarch. So far ahead of its time, nothing like it would be attempted again in science-fiction until the work of Alice Sheldon (aka, James Tiptree, Jr.) in the 1970s. Hazel Heald's novelette "The Man of Stone," is searingly feminist, all the more so since her heroine, like so many women of the time, takes her brutalized situation so much for granted. In "Miss Millie's Rose" (1959), Joy Leache manages what so few male science-fiction writers of the era seemed able to do: portray a character whose psychology arises out of her future world and not our own. Betsy Curtis' "The Goddess of Planet Delight" is a short novel in the classic mode that mixes a sociological puzzle with pointed satire, high-adventure, and romance. Brace yourself for Djinn Faine's "Daughter of Eve", a story you will never forget, no matter how hard you try. Plus stories by Florence Engel Randall, Evelyn Goldstein, Beth Elliot, Evelyn E. Smith, Marcia Kaimien, and others. Future Eves is fascinating to listen to, both as science-fiction and as an eye-opening view into futures past.
©2010 Page Turner (P)2018 Page Turner
Vex Me No More
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This is a very short collection of witch stories. Witches are often painted in a dichotomy as either old and “ugly” or young and beautiful, depending on what is popular in the moment. With centuries of history, this absolutely does the archetype a disservice. Witches can be any race, gender, or ethnicity imaginable. They can be cruel, violent, or be justified in the unique means by which they operate. Further, the witch narrative goes beyond the witches, to include several different elements - from commentary on humankind’s destruction of the environment to the age-old tale of revenge. This collection features five tales from the following authors: Christina Escamilla Janet Garber Angela Jackson-Rey Danielle Mullen Sarah Gribble The witches in these stories are anything but one-dimensional and are a great reflection of what witches are truly capable of.
©2015 Christina Escamilla (P)2020 Christina Escamilla
The Turn of the Screw
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Experience a frightening cornerstone of Gothic fiction in this InAudio presentation of The Turn of the Screw by Henry James. On a quiet Christmas Eve, a governess’ manuscript detailing her encounters with the supernatural is read. She tells the story of moving into an estate to take care of two children and becoming slowly aware that the area is overrun with ghosts of the previous inhabitants - and that the children are aware that these ghosts exist. The Turn of the Screw tells the story of the governess’ descent into fear as she believes she observes more of the supernatural, but it also poses an interesting dilemma of interpretation to the listener - are there really ghosts, or are they figments of the governess’ imagination? In a master work of suspense, Henry James tells a tale that will leave listeners on the edge of their seats, pondering the true interpretation of the governess’ manuscript.
Public Domain (P)2020 InAudio
Yoga Sutras of Patanjali
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Yoga focuses on meditation, pose, breath, and overall control over the mind and body. In this practice comes the road to enlightenment, the understanding of karma and reincarnation, and the explanation of the external mind-images in comparison to the true self and eternal wisdom that connects everything. It is through continued practice and dedication in meditation and the other methods of seeing beyond the external that the sacred text expands spiritual knowledge. The Yoga Sutras of Patanjali is one of the main sources of inspiration for these practices. This is a new translation and verse-by-verse commentary on the Yoga Sutras of Patanjali, and it aims to simplify the language and make it accessible for audiences both new and old to the subject. The Yoga Sutras of Patanjali are broken up into four books: Book I: On the Contemplation of the Spirit Book II: On the Discipline of the Spirit Book III: On the Divine Power of the Spirit Book IV: On the Freedom of the Spirit Other than verse-by-verse commentary, this translation also provides commentary on a general overview of each of the four books in the Sutras. Piecing together each section, the road to enlightenment and the eternal wisdom of Yoga is explored with focus on the distinction between the external man and the spiritual man. The guidance of practices and dedication is retained without the confusion of Sanskrit and dated translations that rely heavily on the poetics of the verses. Both the literal and the figurative meanings of more complicated verse are expounded upon, and commentary avoids indulgence on the overly-intellectual with preference towards clear and actionable instruction and knowledge.
©2018 Cassidy Wilson (P)2018 Cassidy Wilson
The Sad Sack Handbook
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The Sad Sack Handbook: Dealing with Depression and Anxiety is meant for people who are looking to understand and cope with anxiety and depression. Find detailed explanations of why we get anxious and depressed, along with anecdotes and practical techniques for dealing with all that comes with feeling sad or stressed.
©2021 McKenzie Publishing (P)2021 McKenzie Publishing
North and South
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Margaret Hale, a 19-year-old girl, is returning to her family’s village after living with her aunt for nearly a decade. Her life is quickly thrown into upheaval upon her return, as her father leaves his vocation as a pastor in the Church of England, and their family is scorned for dissenting. To escape the reputation, the Hales move to Milton, a city experiencing the dramatic changes of the Industrial Revolution, and suffering from the poverty and coarse nature of a manufacturing town. Margaret begins to fall in love with the city and its hardworking inhabitants. She gets to know her new neighbors well, including the strict and stern John Thornton, master of the factory. When tragedy strikes the factory, Margaret is stuck between the workers and the managers and places herself in the line of fire for both groups in an effort to get them to reach a peaceful agreement. North and South has remained as an example of how the early days of the Industrial Revolution felt to those who lived through them and was written from Elizabeth Gaskell’s personal experience. It explores the tensions of a city becoming run by a system that values profits over people. North and South has inspired and informed other works from the time period, such as those by Charles Dickens, the editor of the original serialized version of the story.
Public Domain (P)2020 InAudio
From the Ground Up
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Digital fundraising does not have to be a mystery. While technology and trends move quickly, there are fundamentals that rarely change that you need to know. From the Ground Up: Digital Fundraising for Nonprofits is a practical primer on the ways of understanding, building, designing and innovating an effective digital fundraising program. With a strong foundation, there’s no limit to what you will be able to build. With this book, you’ll have a firm grasp on the inner workings of: -Digital tools, platforms, offers and integrations Websites that convert visitors into donors Email marketing and best practices for increasing email revenue Digital advertising strategies Analytics and conversion tracking for measuring ROI Design thinking for more donor-centric fundraising Social media for impact and meaningful engagement Introduction to donor journey mapping Systems thinking as a means to future-proofing your charity This book is designed to be a handy, easy-to-use handbook that you'll want to have within reach. Ideal for someone starting out their career in fundraising, or someone that wants to bring their charity's digital program up to speed. About the author: Brock Warner, CFRE has a wealth of experience that spans across every major nonprofit sector in Canada. He is a professor in digital fundraising at Humber College in Toronto, and a sought-after presenter at fundraising conferences throughout North America. As a direct marketer, he managed digital and print campaigns in healthcare, education, amateur athletics, humanitarian and domestic aid, and the environment. As a senior leader on the frontlines, Brock's efforts have largely been in international development and mental health. He is a Certified Fund Raising Executive (CFRE), as well as a longstanding member of the Association of Fundraising Professionals (AFP) Greater Toronto Chapter.
©2020, 2021 Brock Warner (P)2021 Brock Warner
Aerial Yoga
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Aerial yoga is a new form of exercise that’s changed the way people work out. If you’re someone who's hated working out in the past, especially with traditional forms such as running and other cardio, this is definitely something to consider. But aerial yoga is something deeper than that. In fact, it’s almost like an art. Aerial yoga helps two parts of you in particular: The body The mind ...in order to help you achieve a level of awareness that you haven’t before. If you’ve ever wondered how to get into aerial yoga, well now you can find out about it. This book will give you everything that you need to know to begin with aerial yoga. You might wonder how safe it is, or even if you need to be in top shape in order to do it. Well fortunately for you, you don’t have to worry about that. It’s a perfectly safe form of working out, and it’s also a great way to build strength as well. So how do you begin with this? Well, this audiobook is a comprehensive guide in order to help you perform aerial yoga in the best way that you can. With this book, you’ll learn everything that you need to know about aerial yoga, including: What is aerial yoga: what exactly is this popular exercise and why does it matter? How you can benefit from it: what are the benefits of aerial yoga both on the body, and on the mind? Tips to begin with aerial yoga: the best tips and tricks in order to help with your aerial yoga experience, and to make it better than ever Cautions to take before you begin with aerial yoga: the things you need to know about aerial yoga before you begin Poses to try with aerial yoga: the best poses that you can begin with, including how to do them exactly FAQs about aerial yoga: everything that you need to know in a question and answer format about aerial yoga, and how you too can begin with it What you need to get started: the equipment that you need in order to begin with aerial yoga, and how you can get started at home Aerial yoga is more than jut pretty movements, it’s a great physical activity that allows you to tap into the mental features of yoga, with the physical features of aerial acrobatics. You can learn a lot, and you will be surprised at what you can do with this. By the end of this audiobook, you’ll not only be inspired to do aerial yoga, but you’ll be able to know how to get started with this fun and great fitness activity.
©2018 Platinum Press (P)2018 Platinum Press
The Pharaoh's Destiny
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The year is 1477 BCE, and history is about to change.... Hatshepsut, the great king’s wife, is thrust into a world of intrigue and politics when her husband, Pharaoh Thutmose, dies suddenly, leaving Egypt with an heir who is barely two years old. The Queen must step into the role of leader, and there are few whom she can trust. When Hatshepsut is crowned as Pharaoh, she grooms her daughter, Neferure, to take the place of heir, rather than Thutmose’s infant son from another woman. Neferure, though young, is still older than the boy who should by all rights be king. The future of Egypt rests in the hands of a single woman, the most powerful woman in the ancient world. Can Pharaoh Hatshepsut’s people accept her unorthodox reign and her plans to usurp the men’s place as rulers of a Kingdom, decreeing that only women are suitable leaders?
©2017 Metamorph Publishing and Markie Madden (P)2017 Metamorph Publishing and Markie Madden