Una vez más Pat Mora, autora de libros bilingües, ha producido una experiencia grata al oído para sus lectores más jóvenes. En este nuevo audio cuento/poema, un muchacho comparte los detalles de su vida que a él le aportan un sentido de pura alegría desde el momento que se despierta con el sol hasta la noche cuando se pone su pijama viejo y suave. Juntos, los artistas polifacéticos, Rosi y Brian Amador, llevan su propia magia al ambiente tierno de esta obra. Rosi Amador lee la historia en español e inglés con una sencillez dulce y una articulación nitidísima, mientras su marido Brian toca la guitarra en el fondo con su propio acompañamiento musical. También Pat Mora, acompañada por esta música encantadora, lee una nota al querido lector en ambos idiomas. Dando el toque final a la experiencia bilingüe de este audiolibrito, existen cuatro opciones distintas para escucharlo. J.A.G., trans. L.R.P.
[ENGLISH TRANSLATION] Renowned author Pat Mora has once again produced an enjoyable bilingual experience for her younger readers. In this audio production of the poem "Gracias," a little boy shares some of the moments in his daily life that bring him the most happiness. From waking with the sun to putting on his soft, old pajamas at bedtime, this little boy describes the things for which he is most grateful. Rosi and Brian Amador unite their vocal and musical talents in the creation of an overall audio experience that successfully conveys the tenderness of this boy's feelings: Rosi Amador's narration in both Spanish and English is sweetly simple and well enunciated, and her husband, Brian, provides accompaniment on the guitar with original music. Pat Mora also makes an audio appearance at the end of the production with an author's note in both languages. Rounding out this bilingual experience are four distinct listening options. J.A.G., trans.
Pub Date: Jan. 22, 2012
Duration: 23 mins
Publisher: Lorito Books
Review Posted Online: Jan. 22, 2026
Catch up with the Miller family through the voice of the youngest child.
Keylor Leigh narrates this fifth and final novel in the Miller Family series, this time focusing on the youngest family member, 10-year-old Poppy. Still grieving the death of her father, Poppy is facing a Thanksgiving with lots of changes in the people around her—her brother, Billy, is returning from college; her lovelorn sister, Sal, is rebelling; and her mother has a new male friend. Luckily, Poppy has her art to help her cope. Leigh takes Poppy through these challenges with a youthful voice filled with exasperation, desperation, anticipation, and, always, love. Leigh ably conveys Sal's sarcasm and portrays Billy’s coming-of-age.
Catch up with the Miller family through the voice of the youngest child. (Fiction. 6-10)Pub Date: Oct. 6, 2026
Duration: 2 hrs, 4 mins
DD ISBN: 9780063517196
Publisher: Harper Audio
Review Posted Online: Sept. 15, 2026
Kirkus Reviews Issue: Nov. 1, 2026
Arsenault’s passionate performance brings this alternative world to life.
Fourteen-year-old Tessa lives in a dystopian world with a leader who has banned books and taken away the personal liberties of its citizens. Elise Arsenault establishes a steady pace with her narration. When an older neighbor is taken to elder care, Tessa finds a box of forbidden books in her house that changes everything. Arsenault captures Tessa’s tumultuous emotions as she learns about the past and discovers that her long-lost twin brother, Theo, who disappeared years ago, may still be alive. Fans of Lowry’s The Giver will be intrigued by this world, one that feels frighteningly plausible.
Arsenault’s passionate performance brings this alternative world to life. (Dystopian. 9-12)Pub Date: Sept. 29, 2026
Duration: 5 hrs, 49 mins
DD ISBN: 9780063515130
Publisher: Harper Audio
Review Posted Online: Aug. 9, 2026
Kirkus Reviews Issue: Oct. 1, 2026
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