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  Lizzie Demands a Seat! -...

  Beth Anderson

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  In 1854, Elizabeth "Lizzie" Jennings, an African American schoolteacher, fought back when she was unjustly denied entry to a New York City streetcar, sparking the beginnings of the long struggle to gain equal rights on public transportation. 
   
  One hundred years before Rosa Parks took her stand, Elizabeth "Lizzie" Jennings tried to board a streetcar in New York City on her way to church. Though there were plenty of empty seats, she was denied entry, assaulted, and threatened all because of her race--even though New York was a free state at that time. Lizzie decided to fight back. She told her story, took her  
  case to court--where future president Chester Arthur represented her--and won! Her victory was the first recorded in the fight for equal rights on public transportation, and Lizzie's case set a precedent. Author Beth Anderson and acclaimed illustrator E. B. Lewis bring this inspiring, little-known story to life in this captivating book.

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  The Great Fire - A Tale of Trust...

  David Jurasek, Maria Solakofski,...

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  Step into an immersive "Movie for the Ears" audio story from Majik Kids—a special feature-length adventure that will ignite your imagination. When the Great Fire rages through the North Forest, predators and prey forge an unprecedented alliance to escape the flames and find a new sanctuary. 
  At the heart of this daring journey is Snowy, the half blind, wise elder owl burdened by self-doubt. When a prophetic dream of the Great Fire awakens her inner strength, Snowy learns to trust her instincts and unites an unlikely fellowship of animal friends and foe. 
  Enhanced by 26 captivating voice actors, an original score, and immersive sound effects, this epic audio tale interweaves humor with heart, celebrating the power of unity when facing overwhelming odds. Get ready to be swept away by a story that not only thrills but also inspires us all to rise above the flames. In a world where wildfires are all too real, this all-ages tale resonates deeply with our times. Listen today at Majik Kids!

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  Trainee For Mars - Not Everyone...

  Harry Harrison

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  Trainee For Mars by Harry Harrison - The important thing was that they survive. Men were needed who’d be able to explore the surface once the ship landed. 
  Harry Harrison (1925–2012) was an American science fiction writer best known for The Stainless Steel Rat series, Make Room! Make Room! (1966), and the Bill, the Galactic Hero books. Born Henry Maxwell Dempsey in Stamford, Connecticut, he later took his stepfather’s surname. After serving in the U.S. Army Air Forces during World War II, he became an illustrator and editor before launching his writing career. 
  Harrison’s fiction was marked by satire, humor, and social commentary. The Stainless Steel Rat (1961) introduced Slippery Jim diGriz, a charming con man in a future where crime is nearly extinct. The series blended adventure, wit, and anti-authoritarian themes, making it a fan favorite. In contrast, Make Room! Make Room! painted a bleak vision of overpopulation and resource depletion, later inspiring the film Soylent Green (1973). 
  He was deeply interested in linguistics, pacifism, and environmentalism, often weaving these themes into his work. Bill, the Galactic Hero (1965) was a scathing satire of military life, countering the glorified war narratives common in the genre. Harrison also co-created the Deathworld series, featuring a hostile planet that reflects mankind’s own violent nature. 
  A globetrotter, Harrison lived in Mexico, England, Ireland, and Denmark, embracing a cosmopolitan lifestyle. He was a Grand Master of Science Fiction and an advocate for the genre’s literary merit. 

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  Sweet Dreams - Enchanting story...

  Jim Weiss

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  Drift to sleep with remarkably restful visualizations that carry young listeners through peaceful scenes.  Listeners of all ages can drift into Sweet Dreams with these remarkably restful visualizations written and narrated by master storyteller Jim Weiss. Experience a toy shop after hours, a colorful cavern behind a waterfall, and four other settings of safety and wonder. Gentle music follows each scene.

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  3-2-1-go! Together We Can! (Pixi...

  Corinna Fuchs, Pixi Gute Nacht...

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  Max, Zeke, Nala, Samira and Benjamin are to fly to several planets in a rocket and solve an important task. Will they manage to overcome all difficulties together?
  Pixi bedtime stories for children: listen and fall asleep.
  This is an auto-narrated audiobook.

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  The Palm-Leaf Fan

  Cheng’en Wu

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  The pilgrims were advised by the locals near the Flaming Mountain to borrow Princess Iron Fan's magical fan to put out the fire and pass. The princess had married Bull Demon King and given birth to Red Boy. When the monkey asked to borrow her fan, she turned him down and blew him over fifty thousand miles away with it. The monkey played a trick to get into her stomachand forced her to give up the palm-leaf fan. However, she gave him a fake one that only fueled the flames. The monkey then transformed into Bull Demon King to get the real fan. Upon hearing the news, Bull Demon King disguised himself as Pigsy to take back the fan, leading to a fight with the monkey. With the help of deities, the monkey finally defeated Bull Demon King, got the fan from Princess Iron Fan and put out the flames.

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