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Imani Parks

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Dhonielle Clayton

Nicola Yoon

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Ashley Woodfolk

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An all-star cast of narrators and bestselling YA authors come together for the perfect summery treat. Host Jo Reed and AudioFile’s Emily Connelly discuss the fun and joy of these interlocking short stories of Black teens in love, all set during a memorable New York City blackout. Hear a clip with Joniece Abbott-Pratt’s compelling narration of Tiffany D. Jackson’s story “The Long Walk,” with two exes reconnecting on the long walk down Manhattan to a Brooklyn block party. Their story is told in five parts over the course of the night, interwoven between tales of love at first sight, the confusion of love triangles, and heartfelt confessions of long-held crushes. Each story sparkles with the excitement and joy of falling in love. Read the full review of the audiobook on AudioFile’s website. Published by HarperAudio.Find more audiobook recommendations at audiofilemagazine.comToday’s episode is sponsored by Graphic Audio, A Movie in Your Mind featuring dramatized adaptations of Comics like ARCHIE, DARK HORSE, VAULT, DYNAMITE and more. Save 55% Off your first order with coupon 55LISTEN only at GraphicAudio.net Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

An all-star cast of narrators and bestselling YA authors come together for the perfect summery treat. Host Jo Reed and AudioFile’s Emily Connelly discuss the fun and joy of these interlocking short stories of Black teens in love, all set during a memorable New York City blackout. Hear a clip with Joniece Abbott-Pratt’s compelling narration of Tiffany D. Jackson’s story “The Long Walk,” with two exes reconnecting on the long walk down Manhattan to a Brooklyn block party. Their story is told in five parts over the course of the night, interwoven between tales of love at first sight, the confusion of love triangles, and heartfelt confessions of long-held crushes. Each story sparkles with the excitement and joy of falling in love. Read the full review of the audiobook on <a href="https://www.audiofilemagazine.com/reviews/read/198703/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">AudioFile’s website</a>. Published by HarperAudio.Find more audiobook recommendations at <a href="http://audiofilemagazine.com/%20%20%20" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">audiofilemagazine.com</a>Today’s episode is sponsored by Graphic Audio, A Movie in Your Mind featuring dramatized adaptations of Comics like ARCHIE, DARK HORSE, VAULT, DYNAMITE and more. Save 55% Off your first order with coupon 55LISTEN only at <a href="https://www.graphicaudio.net/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">GraphicAudio.net</a> Learn more about your ad choices. Visit <a href="https://megaphone.fm/adchoices" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">megaphone.fm/adchoices</a>

BLACKOUT by Dhonielle Clayton, Tiffany D. Jackson, Nic Stone, Angie Thomas, Ashley Woodfolk, Nicola Yoon, read by Joniece Abbott-Pratt, Dion Graham, Imani Parks, Jordan Cobb, Shayna Small, A.J Beckles, Bahni Turpin

B.B. Alston

Imani Parks brings a vibrancy to her narration of this brilliant new fantasy audiobook. Host Jo Reed and AudioFile’s Emily Connelly discuss B.B. Alston’s incredible debut, featuring a young Black girl launched into a supernatural adventure. Amari is worried -- her older brother Quinton has been missing for months. When she gets a mysterious package delivered, she suddenly learns that her brother was a superstar agent in the Bureau of Supernatural Affairs. She’s determined to learn more and begins a hunt for clues as she competes for a spot as a Junior Agent. Kids looking for a fast-paced adventure full of magic will be thrilled with this listen. Published by Harper Audio.Find more audiobook recommendations at audiofilemagazine.comSupport for AudioFile’s Behind the Mic comes from Page Chaser, www.pagechaser.com, a book loving community that celebrates uplifting books with regular book sweepstakes, book clubs, great book deals, and much more! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Imani Parks brings a vibrancy to her narration of this brilliant new fantasy audiobook. Host Jo Reed and AudioFile’s Emily Connelly discuss B.B. Alston’s incredible debut, featuring a young Black girl launched into a supernatural adventure. Amari is worried -- her older brother Quinton has been missing for months. When she gets a mysterious package delivered, she suddenly learns that her brother was a superstar agent in the Bureau of Supernatural Affairs. She’s determined to learn more and begins a hunt for clues as she competes for a spot as a Junior Agent. Kids looking for a fast-paced adventure full of magic will be thrilled with this listen. Published by Harper Audio. Find more audiobook recommendations at <a href="http://audiofilemagazine.com/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">audiofilemagazine.com</a> Support for AudioFile’s Behind the Mic comes from Page Chaser, <a href="https://www.pagechaser.com/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">www.pagechaser.com</a>, a book loving community that celebrates uplifting books with regular book sweepstakes, book clubs, great book deals, and much more! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit <a href="https://megaphone.fm/adchoices" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">megaphone.fm/adchoices</a>

AMARI AND THE NIGHT BROTHERS By B.B. Alston, read by Imani Parks