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  Ho! Ho! Ho!

  Kim Mitzo Thompson, Karen Mitzo...

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  “Ho! Ho! Ho!” is a delightful story/song combination as they listen to this and follow along word-for-word in this adorably illustrated eBook. Enjoy as a little penguin is swept away in the joys and magic of the holiday season with its family. Fun music will entertain pre-readers as these rhymes reinforce early literacy skills needed for school success. This holiday season, kids and parents alike will enjoy reading and singing along to “Ho! Ho! Ho!”” over and over again!

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  Actor's Guide To Boston-Accented...

  Oscar Stanley

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  Master the iconic Boston accent with this immersive audiobook guide! Dive into the rich linguistic heritage of New England’s most distinctive dialect, from the famous R-dropping ("pahk the cah") to the Broad-A phenomenon ("dahnce," "bahth"). Perfect for actors, voice artists, or language enthusiasts, this resource breaks down the accent’s nuances, including the Irish influence, vowel centralization, and neighborhood variations like the North End’s melodic lilt or Southie’s gritty edge.
   
  
   
  Learn through targeted drills—practice intrusive Rs ("vanilla-r-ice"), consonant cluster reductions ("coass" for coasts), and local slang like "wicked," "bubblah," and "frappe." Study real-world examples from classic films (Good Will Hunting, The Departed) to refine your cadence. Whether you’re prepping for a role, mastering dialects, or just love Boston’s cultural vibe, this guide delivers authentic pronunciation, historical context, and practical exercises to sound like a true local.
   
  
   
  Ideal for actors, linguists, and travelers, it’s your key to unlocking one of America’s most recognizable accents. Listen, repeat, and perfect the rhythm of Boston speech—from Harvard Yard to Dorchester—with expert guidance. Start speaking like a Beantown native today!

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  Drawing Cartoons Step-by-Step -...

  Jerry King

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  If you want to learn cartooning from one of the modern-day masters, Drawing Cartoons Step by Step will help you take your drawing to whole new levels! Featuring 200 tutorials from Jerry King, a Reuben Award-winning cartoonist and illustrator, this beginner-friendly guide takes you from your very first steps into cartooning and holds your hand through the entire process. If you've got lots of illustration ambition in your future, you can even use the tutorials within to tackle an entire graphic novel. Open the pages to discover everything from guides on drawing houses and people to animals and more. Drawing Cartoons Step by Step features fun "drawing prompts" and written instructions that make every new lesson a pleasure. It doesn't matter when you're starting—if you're completely new to cartooning or exploring something more ambitious—because Drawing Cartoons Step by Step will give you everything you need to start cartooning with skills you didn't know you had.
  

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  Stories of the Land - Legends...

  Lillian Brooks

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  This book bundle offers a rich and immersive exploration of the histories, encounters, and enduring legacies that have shaped Australia and New Zealand. This three-part volume captures the essence of these lands through the lens of historical events, cultural clashes, and the resilience of Indigenous peoples.  
  The first section, The Story of Australia, traces the country's journey from its ancient Indigenous roots to the arrival of European settlers, the establishment of colonies, and its eventual rise as a modern nation — all while examining the profound and ongoing impact on Aboriginal communities.  
  The second section, Māori and Pākehā: A History of Encounters, delves into the complex relationship between the Māori, the Indigenous people of New Zealand, and the Pākehā (European settlers), exploring the cultural exchanges, conflicts, and efforts to coexist in a shared land.  
  The third section, The History of New Zealand, provides a broader perspective on the development of the nation, from its Polynesian discovery to British colonization, the signing of the Treaty of Waitangi, and the ongoing struggle for Māori rights and cultural preservation.  
  Together, these three narratives weave a powerful and captivating story of the land, its people, and the historical forces that have shaped Australia, New Zealand, and the Māori. This book is essential for readers seeking a deeper understanding of the complex histories and cultural legacies that continue to define these two nations today.

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  The Mysteries of Max Carrados...

  Mr Punch

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  A collection of three thrilling mysteries, set during the Golden Age of Detective Fiction, where every story promises a 'Thousand Thrills!', with ingenious plots, full of twists and surprises, driven along with exciting action and tongue in cheek humour. 
    
  “Murder mysteries always work well as spoken word and Mr Punch’s Thriller Playhouse is particularly good... Atmospheric and Great Fun ” Daily Express  
    
  “Good News... Simon Callow stars as the blind detective, Max Carrados, Lionel Jeffries as his servant and ‘eyes’, Parkinson.”  Sunday Times – Gillian Reynolds Choice 
    
  Our blind hero, Max Carrados, who can read a newspaper headline with the touch of his fingers and shoot a villain by aiming at the sound of his beating heart is joined by his trusty servant Parkinson (his 'eyes') in 3 episodes from the popular BBC Radio drama series 'Thriller Playhouse'. 
  The Eyes of Max CarradosThe Secret of Headlam Height.The Ingenious Mind of Mr Rigby Lacksome 
   
  Also available as part of the THRILLER PLAYHOUSE BOX SET, eight episodes featuring Max Carrados, Norman Conquest and Ben from the popular BBC Drama series.  
    
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  Simon Callow as Max Carrados 
  Lionel Jeffries as Parkinson 
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  Philip Glenister, Teresa Gallagher, Charles Simpson, Brett Usher, Stephen Tompkinson, Lynsey Baxter, Matthew Marsh, Marianne Morley, Michael Beint, David Bannerman, Steve Hodson, Kathryn Pogson & full supporting cast. 
   
  © & ℗ 2022 Mr Punch Audiobooks Ltd

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  A Rare Recording of Film Icon...

  Veronica Lake

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  Constance Frances Marie Ockelman (November 14, 1922 - July 7, 1973), born in Brooklyn, NY, known professionally as Veronica Lake, was an American film, stage, and television actress. Lake was best known for her femme fatale roles in films noir with Alan Ladd during the 1940s, her peek-a-boo hairstyle, and films such as Sullivan's Travels (1941) and I Married a Witch (1942). The following audio recording is from a 1971 television interview.

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