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Trust picks
Trust picks
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Fantastically Great Women Who Changed the World
- By: Kate Pankhurst
- Narrated by: Kate Pankhurst, Adjoa Andoh, Harriet Carmichael, and others
- Length: 36 mins
- Unabridged
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Discover fascinating facts about some of the most amazing women who changed the world we live in....
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Such a disappointment
- By Victoria on 21-08-21
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Fantastically Great Women Who Changed the World
- Narrated by: Kate Pankhurst, Adjoa Andoh, Harriet Carmichael, Paul Panting
- Length: 36 mins
- Release date: 06-02-20
- Language: English
- Fantastically Great Women Who Changed the World by Kate Pankhurst
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‘Kate Pankhurst, descendent of Emmeline Pankhurst, gives an inspirational introduction to some of history's greatest women. This beautifully narrated book brings to life the achievements of extraordinary women such as Coco Chanel, Jane Austin and Mary Seacole.’
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Leonora Bolt: Secret Inventor
- By: Lucy Brandt
- Narrated by: Nicole Davis
- Length: 2 hrs and 55 mins
- Unabridged
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Orphaned Leonora lives on a remote island, spending her days making crazy cool inventions. When a boy called Jack washes up on an inflatable lobster and reveals that evil Uncle Luther has been stealing her inventions and selling them on the mainland, it begins a laugh-out-loud adventure....
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Excellent strory
- By elizabeth leaberry on 26-03-22
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Leonora Bolt: Secret Inventor
- Narrated by: Nicole Davis
- Length: 2 hrs and 55 mins
- Release date: 20-01-22
- Language: English
- Leonora Bolt: Secret Inventor by Lucy Brandt
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‘Leonora is a brilliant but sheltered young inventor who learns that her uncle has been passing her inventions off as his own. A fun story with a great message about the importance of women getting credit for their ideas.’
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One Plastic Bag
- Isatou Ceesay and the Recycling Women of the Gambia
- By: Miranda Paul
- Narrated by: Book Buddy Digital Media
- Length: 14 mins
- Unabridged
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Plastic bags are cheap and easy to use. But what happens when a bag breaks or is no longer needed? In Njau, Gambia, people simply dropped the bags and went on their way. One plastic bag became two. Then 10. Then a hundred....
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One Plastic Bag
- Isatou Ceesay and the Recycling Women of the Gambia
- Narrated by: Book Buddy Digital Media
- Series: Millbrook Picture Books
- Length: 14 mins
- Release date: 07-02-20
- Language: English
- One Plastic Bag by Miranda Paul
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‘Isatou noticed that the beauty of her village had been ruined by plastic bags. This story shows how the actions of one woman can transform a community and start a wave of change. Guaranteed to inspire!’
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One Girl
- By: Andrea Beaty
- Narrated by: Victoria Rodriguez
- Length: 7 mins
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Inspired by the global movement to empower girls through education, this lyrical story tells of one small girl who reads a book that lights a spark. She shares what she learns with her class, and the spark grows....
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One Girl
- Narrated by: Victoria Rodriguez
- Length: 7 mins
- Release date: 06-10-20
- Language: English
- One Girl by Andrea Beaty
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‘A compelling narration of the power of education. When one girl picks up a book, she ignites a spark which moves her to write her own story and light up the whole world. We love how Andrea Beatty poetically describes the importance of reading.’
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The Story of Tracy Beaker
- By: Jacqueline Wilson
- Narrated by: Sandi Toksvig
- Length: 2 hrs and 40 mins
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Ten-year-old Tracy lives in a Children's Home but wants a real family. She allows us to share her hopes for the future in this touching and often very funny tale....
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I am the World’s No. 1 Tracy Beaker Fan
- By Anonymous User on 01-05-24
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The Story of Tracy Beaker
- Narrated by: Sandi Toksvig
- Series: Tracy Beaker, Book 1
- Length: 2 hrs and 40 mins
- Release date: 12-02-08
- Language: English
- The Story of Tracy Beaker by Jacqueline Wilson
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‘Tracy Beaker lives in a children's home, waiting for her 'glamorous' mother to arrive and whisk her away. Narrated by the wonderful Sandi Toksvig, we love how endearing, impulsive and funny Tracy is. A modern classic for children.’
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Little Leaders: Visionary Women Around the World
- By: Vashti Harrison
- Narrated by: Weruche Opia
- Length: 1 hr and 41 mins
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Meet the little leaders. They're brave. They're bold. They changed the world. Featuring the true stories of 40 inspirational women creators - from writers to inventors, artists to scientists - this book is as inspirational as it is educational....
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More in English
- By Sarah porter on 13-06-23
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Little Leaders: Visionary Women Around the World
- Narrated by: Weruche Opia
- Length: 1 hr and 41 mins
- Release date: 22-10-20
- Language: English
- Little Leaders: Visionary Women Around the World by Vashti Harrison
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‘More than a thousand years' worth of inspirational women! Another lovely collection from the 'Little People, Big Dreams' series, this book is all about incredible women and is perfect for listeners to dip in and out of.’
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The Restless Girls
- By: Jessie Burton
- Narrated by: Thandiwe Newton
- Length: 2 hrs and 33 mins
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A dazzling feminist reinterpretation of a classic fairy tale, from the best-selling author of The Miniaturist and The Muse....
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Pure excellence!
- By T A Beever on 03-03-19
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The Restless Girls
- Narrated by: Thandiwe Newton
- Length: 2 hrs and 33 mins
- Release date: 27-09-18
- Language: English
- The Restless Girls by Jessie Burton
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‘Following the tragic death of their adventurous mother, Frida and her eleven younger sisters discover all kinds of excitement in seeking out freedom and using their imaginations. This magical story is perfect for young feminists everywhere.’
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Pippi Longstocking
- By: Astrid Lindgren
- Narrated by: Sandi Toksvig
- Length: 2 hrs and 48 mins
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Pippi Longstocking lives in a house with a horse, a monkey, a suitcase full of gold, and no grown-ups to tell her what to do. She's wild and funny and full of crazy ideas....
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Sandi Toksvig is perfect 👍
- By orla on 15-04-23
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Pippi Longstocking
- Narrated by: Sandi Toksvig
- Series: Pippi Longstocking, Book 1
- Length: 2 hrs and 48 mins
- Release date: 01-09-22
- Language: English
- Pippi Longstocking by Astrid Lindgren
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‘The first book of the classic series that has inspired generations of young girls to be brave, strong and rebellious. Here we meet Pippi, living with her monkey, her horse and no rules whatsoever.’
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Zog
- By: Julia Donaldson
- Narrated by: Imelda Staunton
- Length: 28 mins
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Zog is the keenest dragon in school. He's also the most accident-prone, flying into trees and even setting his own wing on fire....
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Evelyn's Review
- By Steven H. on 21-10-18
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Zog
- Narrated by: Imelda Staunton
- Length: 28 mins
- Release date: 01-05-14
- Language: English
- Zog by Julia Donaldson
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‘Dragon-in-training Zog is eager to learn, but has some bumps along the way. Luckily, he meets Princess Pearl who has one ambition - to become a doctor! A gloriously told story with sing-along opportunities for young listeners.'
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Weirdo
- By: Zadie Smith, Nick Laird
- Narrated by: Zadie Smith, Nick Laird
- Length: 8 mins
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Meet Maud: a guinea pig who inexplicably wears a judo suit - and not everyone understands or approves. When Maud is thrown into a new and confusing situation, it takes brave decisions and serendipitous encounters for her to find her place and embrace her individuality....
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Weirdo
- Narrated by: Zadie Smith, Nick Laird
- Length: 8 mins
- Release date: 15-04-21
- Language: English
- Weirdo by Zadie Smith and Nick Laird
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‘Meet Maud, a guinea pig called a 'weirdo' by her fellow pets and who often feels misunderstood. After finding herself on an accidental adventure, Maud realises it's OK to be different - a positive message for all young girls.’
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