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Author: Stephen Hawking
Format: Online
Author Stephen Hawking
Narrator Erik Davies
Duration 4h 30m
In this audiobook Hawking attempts to make the ideas and concepts of his bestseller 'A Brief History of Time' even more accessible. It is up-to-date with the latest scientific observations and findings, and is a guide to non-scientists everywhere in the search for the secrets of time and space.
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The Boy In the Striped Pyjamas
Author: John Boyne
Format: Online
Author John Boyne
Narrator Michael Maloney
Duration 5h
Nine year old Bruno knows nothing of the Final Solution or the Holocaust. When he moves house he meets Shumel, a boy who lives a strange parallel existence on the other side of the adjoining wire fence and who, like the other people there, wears a uniform of striped pyjamas. Features an exclusive interview with the author.
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Author: Markus Zusak
Format: Online
Author Markus Zusak
Narrator Allan Corduner
Duration 14h
This audiobook is narrated in the all-knowing matter-of-fact voice of Death, witnessing the story of the citizens of Molching and especially two children's struggle to steal from the Nazi book burning piles. While it is a tale of the cruel twists of fate and the coincidences on which all our lives hinge, this is also a joyous look at how books can...
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Author: Christopher Paolini
Format: Online
Author Christopher Paolini
Narrator Kerry Shale
SeriesInheritance Cycle, Book 2
Duration 9h
Eragon and his dragon, Saphira, have just saved the rebel state from destruction by the forces of King Galbatorix, the cruel ruler of the Empire. Now Eragon must journey to Ellesmera, land of the elves, for further training in magic and swordsmanship, the vital skills of the Dragon Rider. It is the journey of a lifetime but, faced with chaos and be...
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Author: Richmal Crompton
Format: Online
Author Richmal Crompton
Narrator Martin Jarvis
SeriesJust William, Book 12
Duration 6h
William is back in a succession of stories 'dressed as a Red Indian, cooking an experimental mixture of treacle and lemonade in an old sardine tin', escaping from a wrathful shopkeeper by pretending to be a window dummy and turning the tables on his deadly rivals - the Hubert Lane Gang. William's long-suffering parents might not agree, but there is...
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Author: Prof. Greg Wilkinson
Format: Online
Author Prof. Greg Wilkinson
Narrator Ruth Sillers
Duration 2h 22m
Part of the Family Doctor series. This audiobook will help listeners to understand stress and gives tips and advice on how to cope with it.
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Othello - Smartpass Study Guide
Author: William Shakespeare
Format: Online
Author William Shakespeare
Narrator Various
Duration 4h
Explore 'Othello' at your own pace. This audiobook contains comprehensive analysis, commentary, historical and social background, study and exam strategies.
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Key Stage Three Shakespeare: Much Ado About Nothing
Author: CGP Publications
Format: Online
Author CGP Publications
Narrator Stephanie Beattie
Duration 2h 30m
This revision guide walks you through the plot of William Shakespeare's play 'Much Ado About Nothing', describes the characters and delves deeper into the key scenes. It is designed to help students with their SATs.
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Understanding Parkinson's Disease
Author: Prof. Tony Schapira
Format: Online
Author Prof. Tony Schapira
Narrator Hannah Mercer
Duration 2h 41m
Part of the Family Doctor series. This audiobook aims to give an understanding of Parkinson's disease, presented in a clear and accessible way. It is suitable for study and helpful to those who know anyone with Parkinson's disease or has it themselves.
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Understanding Adhd, Autism, Dyslexia and Dyspraxia
Author: Professor Colin Terrell, Dr Terri Passenger
Format: Online
Author Professor Colin Terrell, Dr Terri Passenger
Narrator David Craik
Duration 2h 39m
Part of the Family Doctor series. This audiobook describes the four most common developmental disorders of childhood. The basic features of each disorder - diagnosis, incidence and treatment strategies - are covered separately.
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Key Stage Three Shakespeare: Richard III
Author: CGP Publications
Format: Online
Author CGP Publications
Narrator Paul Vates, Henry Douthwaite
Duration 2h 30m
This revision guide explains the plot and characters of Willliam Shakespeare's 'Richard III'. It will also show you how to write about the key scenes. It is useful to those revising for the SATS.
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Key Stage Three Shakespeare: The Tempest
Author: CGP Publications
Format: Online
Author CGP Publications
Narrator Paul Vates, Henry Douthwaite
Duration 2h 30m
Packed with easy-to-revise notes on what happens in 'The Tempest' by William Shakespeare, this audiobook also describes the key themes, characters and language. It will help you with your SATS questions.
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Author: Richard Hammond
Format: Online
Author Richard Hammond
Narrator Paul Vates
Duration 2h 59m
Listen to this audiobook and journey through time, space and beyond, discovering what makes life, the Universe and everything the way that they are. Find out if matter really does matter and how physics encompasses everything. Winner of the Royal Society Junior Prize for Science Books 2007.
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Author: Thomas Hardy
Format: Online
Author Thomas Hardy
Narrator Anthony Richardson
Duration 1h 40m
A collection of Thomas Hardy's poems, including 'The Man He Killed', 'The Darkling Thrush' and 'The Subalterns'.
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Understanding Your Eyes: Cataracts, Glaucoma & Macular Degeneration
Author: Robert Walters
Format: Online
Author Robert Walters
Narrator David Craik
Duration 2h 17m
Part of the Family Doctor series. This audiobook will help you to understand the causes, symptoms and treatments of these common eye conditions.
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The Power of Five Book 2: Evil Star
Author: Anthony Horowitz
Format: Online
Author Anthony Horowitz
Narrator Paul Panting
SeriesThe Power of Five, Book 2
Duration 9h 16m
After his experiences at Raven's Gate, fourteen-year-old Matt Freeman thinks his days of battling evil are over. But soon he is pulled into another horrifying adventure when he discovers a second gate exists. Matt and his friend Richard travel to Peru and, assisted by a secret organization known as the Nexus, follow a series of clues to the gate's...
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Author: Alan Garner
Format: Online
Author Alan Garner
Narrator Philip Madoc
SeriesAlderley, Book 2
Duration 4h 31m
Alan Garner's exciting and atmospheric tale of magic and evil which began with 'The Weirdstone of Brisingamen' (book number 9955 & 9955CD) continues. Colin and Susan are not safe from the evil Morrigan and once more find themselves back in Fundindelve with the wizard Cadellin.
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Author: Richmal Crompton
Format: Online
Author Richmal Crompton
Narrator Martin Jarvis
Duration 2h 30m
Six 'Just William' stories for Christmas: 1. 'William and the Carol Singers', 2. 'A Busy Day', 3. 'William All The Time', 4. 'William's Christmas Eve', 5. 'The Outlaws Fetch The Holly', and 6. 'A Present from William'.
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Author: Mary Elizabeth Braddon
Format: Online
Author Mary Elizabeth Braddon
Narrator Juliet Stevenson
Duration 5h
When young Lucy Graham marries Sir Michael Audley, all seems well and good. Sir Michael is thoroughly devoted to his new bride and Lady Audley takes great pride in her privileged position at Audley Court. But Sir Michael's daughter, Alicia, is frustrated and uncomfortable with her new stepmother's girlish ways. Shortly afterwards, Sir Michael's nep...
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Bug Brother and Pirate Brother
Author: Pete Johnson
Format: Online
Author Pete Johnson
Narrator Evelyn Mclean
Duration 2h 24m
BUG BROTHER: Jamie is smaller than his younger brother Harry and he's fed up with everyone thinking he's the youngest. Then Jamie finds a magic cloak and accidentally turns Harry into a bluebottle. In the mad panic of trying to rescue him, Jamie discovers that being a big brother has nothing to do with size. PIRATE BROTHER: Jamie is worried about b...
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Magic Kitten: Classroom Chaos and Summer Spell
Author: Sue Bentley
Format: Online
Author Sue Bentley
Narrator Louise Samuels
Duration 3h 15m
Flame is prince and heir to the Lion throne, but he is not yet strong enough to stand up to the evil uncle who is trying to claim Flame's throne for his own. Flame must hide in the human world as a kitten and travels from family to family in various kitten guises using his magic spells to help those who need it along the way. CLASSROOM CHAOS: Abi h...
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