Highly Engaging Audiobooks Sure To Hook Reluctant Readers
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Penguin Random House Audio
Sometimes it takes the right book to make a lifelong reader — and sometimes, the right performance! One of the greatest benefits of audiobooks is that they can motivate struggling readers, as good stories have the power to captivate the most restless of kids. If you have a reluctant reader on your hands, hook them on stories with these fun and exciting audiobooks, brought to young listeners by some of our favorite and most popular narrators.
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The Unicorn Rescue Society: The Chupacabras of the Rio Grande
The latest Unicorn Rescue Society adventure brings heroes Elliot and Uchenna to the U.S.-Mexican border to help chupacabras with the help of two new friends. Created by award-winning author Adam Gidwitz, this kid-friendly series and its cool cryptids pack a mythological punch.
(Ages 7–10; available in digital download)Listen to a clip: SoundCloud
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Klawde: Evil Alien Warlord Cat
With a hilariously biting voice, this is the story of an unlikely friendship between the disgraced feline High Commander of the planet Lyttyrboks and new-kid-in-town Raj, purrfect for fans of Dav Pilkey (Dog Man, Captain Underpants) or Max Brallier’s The Last Kids on Earth.
(Ages 8–10; available in digital download)Listen to a clip: SoundCloud
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Max and the Midknights
This laugh-filled adventure from the New York Times-bestselling author of the Big Nate series transforms the highly visual story into a truly original audio performance read by a full cast of a dozen narrators. Our producer worked closely with the author to adapt a script into fully dialogued scenes, narrated interludes, and a sound-effects focused approach that follows wannabe knight Max’s journey to save his uncle from the cruel King Gastley.
(Ages 8–12; available in digital download)Listen to a clip: SoundCloud
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Welcome to Wonderland #4: Beach Battle Blowout
Welcome to the Wonderland Motel — the most fun place on earth! In this Wonderland adventure, P. T. and Gloria are aiming to be the best on the beach, but the competition is stiff. From the New York Times-bestselling author of the beloved and zany Mr. Lemoncello’s Library series, Welcome to Wonderland is full of hijinks and includes extras like P. T. and Gloria’s fact-or-fiction quiz and (Not Exactly) Patented Storytelling Tips.
(Ages 8–12; available in digital download)Listen to a clip: SoundCloud
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Jake the Fake Goes for Laughs
Jake is a class clown faking his way to comedy stardom, but his ego after bringing down the house at his school talent show is no laughing matter. Co-written by Craig Robinson (known for his roles as Darryl on "The Office" and Doug Judy on "Brooklyn Nine-Nine"), this side-splitting series appeals to fans of Big Nate and Diary of a Wimpy Kid.
(Ages 8–12; available in digital download)Listen to a clip: SoundCloud
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Operation Frog Effect
Told in eight perspectives, Operation Frog Effect follows a group of kids who join together to make a difference. Our audiobook edition features a full cast and original text from the novel adapted for audio, as well as an exclusive closing commentary from the author.
(Ages 8–12; available in digital download)Listen to a clip: SoundCloud
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Doctor Who: The Secret in Vault 13
This standalone original adventure features the show’s vibrant new heroine, written by David Solomons and with an audiobook read by Sophie Aldred, who played Ace, a companion of the Seventh Doctor in the original run of the television series. It’s a great listen for adult fans of the show, as well as for younger listeners — or for a family to enjoy together!
(Ages 8–12; available in digital download)Listen to a clip: SoundCloud
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Mr. Lemoncello’s All-Star Breakout Game
The fourth puzzle-packed Mr. Lemoncello’s Library adventure has boys, girls, and gamers of all ages playing Mr. Lemoncello’s most dazzling game yet: a brand-new, completely immersive live-action breakout game on Kidzapalooza Television Network, with real kids as the playing pieces! Kyle is determined to be one of them — but this game might just have him stumped.
(Ages 8–12; available in digital download)Listen to a clip: SoundCloud
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Roller Girl
Roller Girl follows fresh middle-schooler Astrid through her journey to being part of a roller derby team, through all the bumps and bruises both of the game and of growing up. Adapted from the Newbery Honor-winning, New York Times-bestselling graphic novel, it features a full cast of more than 25 narrators as well as a full suite of sound effects recorded at a real roller derby bout, making for an immersive and cinematic listening experience.
(Ages 9–12; available in digital download and retail CD)Listen to a clip: SoundCloud
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Avengers: Infinity War Destiny Arrives
For fans of the Marvel Cinematic Universe, Avengers: Infinity War Destiny Arrives provides a thrilling retelling of the "Infinity War" film, just in time for "Avengers: Endgame". This volume is read by Marc Thompson, who also narrates the Star Wars series of novelizations, bringing his stellar narration to a new fandom.
(Ages 12 & up; available in digital download)Listen to a clip: SoundCloud
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Superman: Dawnbreaker
The blockbuster DC Icons series continues with the story of the world’s first superhero when he was just Clark Kent, trying to hide his abilities and keep his heroics in the shadows. Powerful cinematic writing from Ball Don’t Lie, Mexican WhiteBoy, and We Were Here author Matt de la Peña drives this origin story for teen readers.
(Ages 12 & up; available in digital download)Listen to a clip: SoundCloud
