Showing results by narrator "The Bell" in All Categories

With Dickensian brilliance, Kate Atkinson creates plots peopled with unlikely heroes and villains. It's a day like any other for security chief Tracy Waterhouse, until she makes a purchase she hadn't bargained for. One moment of madness is all it takes for Tracy's humdrum world to be turned...

Sorry, Ottawa. I didn't mean to accidentally start a demonic invasion. Not entirely my fault. I think the bottle of wine deserves some of the blame, and maybe I shouldn't have smoked those joints, but still, who could have predicted Grams' Grimoire of spells would actually work? My drunken butt...

A millionaire and a house cleaner are a match maid in heaven in this sparkling new romantic comedy by Lynn Painter, #1 New York Times bestselling author of Happily Never After. As a professional cleaner, Abi Mariano never thought her apartment would have any sort of infestation, but because of a...

An urgent case that the survival of democracy depends on reinventing the press, with ten pioneering reforms to help journalism better serve the public—from the co-author of the classic The Elements of Journalism. The crisis in journalism reflects a crisis in American democracy. Faith in news...

This program is read by the author. From Rob Bell, the New York Times bestselling author of Love Wins This audiobook is an invitation to see your life in a new way. Because we each have a story we're telling- about who and where we come from, what we've been through, and what it all means-or...

A Comedy of Errors is one of William Shakespeare's early plays, known for its humorous and farcical plot. It revolves around two sets of identical twins, separated at birth, who are unaware of each other's existence. The play takes place in Ephesus, where one pair of twins, Antipholus of Syracuse and his servant Dromio of Syracuse, arrive in search of their long-lost brothers. Unbeknownst to them, their twins, Antipholus of Ephesus and Dromio of Ephesus, already reside in the city.

In Henrik Ibsen's "Hedda Gabler," listeners are introduced to the enigmatic and complex titular character, whose name alone has become synonymous with intrigue and psychological depth. Set against the backdrop of a stifling bourgeois society in 19th-century Norway, the play follows Hedda Gabler, a woman trapped in a loveless marriage and yearning for freedom and fulfillment.

In "The Permanent Husband," Fyodor Dostoevsky crafts a gripping tale of love, betrayal, and redemption that unfolds against the backdrop of 19th-century Russia. The novella follows the story of Velchaninov, a cynical and jaded aristocrat who finds himself entangled in a web of deceit when he becomes embroiled in the marital troubles of his friend Trusotsky.

In "The Grand Inquisitor," Fyodor Dostoevsky presents a profound and provocative exploration of faith, freedom, and human nature. This gripping parable is a standalone chapter from his larger work, "The Brothers Karamazov," yet it possesses a timeless and universal resonance. Set in 16th-century Spain, the story unfolds through a dramatic monologue by the titular Grand Inquisitor, who confronts Jesus Christ after His return to Earth. The Inquisitor, a towering figure of religious authority, condemns Jesus for granting humanity the burdensome gift of free will.

"Silas Marner" is a classic novel that delves into the intricacies of human nature, societal dynamics, and the power of redemption. The story begins with Silas Marner, a skilled weaver living in the fictional village of Raveloe. Silas is unjustly accused of theft by his best friend, and as a result, he is ostracized from the close-knit community he once belonged to. Broken-hearted and embittered, Silas relocates to a remote cottage on the outskirts of the village, where he lives a reclusive and miserly existence, finding solace only in his work and in hoarding gold coins.

In "Henry D. Thoreau Journal, Volume 1: 1837-1844," listeners are granted intimate access to the thoughts, observations, and musings of one of America's most renowned transcendentalist writers. Spanning seven years of Thoreau's life, this volume offers a fascinating glimpse into the mind of the man who famously retreated to the solitude of Walden Pond in pursuit of a simpler existence. Through Thoreau's keen observations of nature, society, and the human spirit, listeners are transported to the vibrant intellectual and cultural landscape of 19th-century America.

"Emma" by Jane Austen is a delightful comedy of manners that offers a nuanced exploration of love, self-discovery, and the complexities of social hierarchy in Regency-era England. The novel follows the titular character, Emma Woodhouse, a well-meaning but meddlesome young woman who fancies herself a matchmaker. As Emma sets out to arrange marriages for those around her, she soon discovers that her well-intentioned interference often leads to unintended consequences, ultimately forcing her to confront her own misconceptions about love and happiness.

When the loss of a spouse changes the rhythm of life, where do you turn for comfort, strength, and hope? In The Heart Beat of a Widow, Pastor Dorothy L. Bell offers compassionate encouragement for widows walking through grief and healing. Through heartfelt reflections, biblical wisdom, and...

Miami's still hot, but the streets have gone cold. With El Blanca's blood still fresh, Dominic Royal and his empire tighten their grip on the city. Every move is watched, and every secret is guarded like their life depends on it, while every loss cuts deeper. Carmen stands beside him, holding...

Bestselling author Lyla Lee delivers a deliciously fun YA K-drama remix of Pride and Prejudice—if Mr. Darcy and Elizabeth Bennett were a college-run reality TV dating show. It is a truth universally acknowledged that when there is a hot person, there is also someone with a crush on them. Mia...

“A guide for those who dare to challenge the status quo and create spaces of equity and opportunity.” —Serena Williams Leadership insights from one of history’s most influential voices. Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. was assassinated more than 55 years ago, yet his words continue to inspire...

From Rob Bell, the author of the phenomenal New York Times bestseller Love Wins and a Christian pastor named by Time Magazine as one of the most influential people in 2011, comes Sex God, an enlightening exploration of sexuality and spirituality. With profound beauty and insight, Bell addresses...

Theo Briggs is a rule follower. He's a decent student in his junior year, an appeasing son, and a lifelong Christian, just trying to make it through high school unscathed. Caleb Raynard is a romantic. One of the few out-and-proud kids at Specter High School, Caleb's dating life has been hellish, to say the least—fraught with misread social cues and embarrassing situations—and Caleb is about ready to call the whole thing off. When Theo and Caleb meet in the basement of an old Catholic church that's rumored to be haunted, an instant and electric connection forms between them.

I can see his scars, but he thinks all I can see are his scars. I see more. The fighter, the sword, the shield, and I'm convinced that the only monstrous thing about him is the way he watches me like I'm something to be devoured. Surviving the brutality of Population wasn't on Diego's f***ing bucket list. But when a merry band of scavengers peels him off of the side of the road, patches him up, and insists he join their mixed human-Other community, he's got no choice.

My assignment is simple: trek to a remote English cottage and convince Nathaniel Foster to let me work with him. Too bad he’s a complete and utter jerk. Who slams the door in a poor stranger’s face, leaving them shivering out in the snow? Nathaniel is God’s gift to readers everywhere. My publisher is desperate for his next book, which in turn makes me desperate to help him complete it. So what if he doesn’t want to play nice? I have no choice but to live and work with him in this snow-covered cottage, suffering under his piercing blue stare until it feels like I might combust.