Listeners will experience laughter, hope, and worry alongside Emma as she forges her path.
While attending a Tanabata festival with her stern but loving grandfather, Seattle teen Emma, a gifted violinist, wishes for proof that long-lasting love is real. Soon, Emma starts receiving notes claiming to be from her future true love, voiced by Gary Tiedeman. Could the messages be from boy-next-door Theo, musician Ezra, or wealthy Colin? Sarah Skaer’s voice for Emma is high-pitched and rushed when Emma is feeling nervous or excited and soft in romantic moments. Although she’s passionate about music, Emma’s reluctance to apply to music school due to financial constraints puts her at odds with her mother.
Listeners will experience laughter, hope, and worry alongside Emma as she forges her path. (Romance. 12-18)Pub Date: Feb. 3, 2026
Duration: 10 hrs, 30 mins
DD ISBN: 9781668156599
Publisher: Simon & Schuster Audio
Review Posted Online: Feb. 17, 2026
Both narrators lean into the opposites-attract chemistry.
Stephanie Rose and Alex Knox perform this cute, cozy teen romance in dual narration. Rory’s passion in life is cheerleading, and her goal is to win the big competition, but her plans hit a roadblock when a member of her squad is injured. Jacob is a soccer star turned cheerleader, and he’s willing to join the squad and save the day. Too bad he’s the most annoying person Rory has ever met. Rose’s expressive, lively voice portrays Rory’s reluctance and drive as she strives to do what's best for the cheer squad, while Knox’s warm, inviting timbre conveys Jacob’s charm and confidence.
Both narrators lean into the opposites-attract chemistry. (Romance. 13-17)Pub Date: Aug. 4, 2026
Duration: 6 hrs, 10 mins
DD ISBN: 9780063513457
Publisher: Harper Audio
Review Posted Online: Aug. 4, 2026
Small’s performance will keep listeners invested.
Narrator Izzy Meikle Small infuses this teen tennis romance with tension and heart. Billie has the potential to win junior doubles at Wimbledon, but she needs a new partner. Her last hope is her coach’s nephew, Harley, whom she has always despised. But as Harley and Billie spend more time together, they soon become more than teammates. Small’s bright, expressive, British-accented voice emphasizes Billie’s vulnerabilities, determination, and desires as she pursues her goals and gives in to her feelings for Harley. However, her tone lacks the same variation when delivering Harley’s dialogue.
Small’s performance will keep listeners invested. (Romance. 14-18)Pub Date: June 2, 2026
Duration: 6 hrs, 17 mins
DD ISBN: 9780063516861
Publisher: Harper Audio
Review Posted Online: June 16, 2026
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