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Katy Carr is always dreaming of the time when something will happen to make her famous. But when it does, it's not at all what she wants.

Join Katy Carr as she embarks on a delightful journey through her time at boarding school alongside her sister Clover. Experience the ups and downs, friendships, and adventures that define their youthful days in this charming continuation of Katy’s story. (Summary by Karen Savage)

Twelve-year-old Katy Carr is a walking whirlwind. High-spirited, untidy, and fiercely independent, she is the eldest of six siblings living in the quiet town of Burnet. Katy has grand plans for her future - she intends to be beautiful, universally beloved, and to do something remarkably heroic...

Explore the vibrant tapestry of youth and the myriad experiences that shape the journey of growing up in "Just Sixteen." This podcast celebrates the essence of adolescence through a rotating collection of short stories that capture the joys, challenges, and adventures of being a young person. With themes ranging from whimsical fairy tales and lighthearted humor to poignant reflections on everyday life, each episode invites listeners to rediscover the magic of youth and the lessons it imparts. This is not a single story but a series of unique explorations that resonate with both young listeners...

The Children's Book Of Christmas Stories is a wonderful assortment of 35 Christmas-themed tales that have been chosen by editor Asa Dickinson. Authors include Charles Dickens, Hans Christian Andersen, Susan Coolidge, and Elizabeth Harrison. Whether it is for children, or for family gatherings, everyone is sure to be captivated and enthralled!

In this sequel to What Katy Did, Katy Carr has recovered from her long period of paralysis, and is sent, along with her sister Clover, to Hillsover boarding school. The girls fall into friendship with the mischievous Rose Red, and the three of them start a secret club and get into trouble with their teachers. During her time at Hillsover, Katy has a positive influence on the younger girls at the school, while they help her to regain some of her youthfulness, lost as a result of her illness.

Meet Katy Carr. She's Impulsive, gangly, adventurous, awkward, and brave; she loves clambering over fences, sitting on roofs, making up games, or going for picnics with her five brothers and sisters (much to the horror of her Aunt Izzie). But when she falls from a swing, she suddenly has to cope with being stuck indoors - maybe forever.

Katy was the sort of girl who might do anything next, so long as it was something exciting! At 21, she was as eager for adventure as ever, and what greater adventure could there be for an American girl than a trip to Europe?

Lorelei King reads Susan Coolidge's classic tale about feisty Katy and her adventures. Twelve-year-old Katy lives with her father, Aunt Izzy, and five younger brothers and sisters in the little town of Burnet. Tall, tomboyish and with a head full of plans and dreams, she just can't help getting into scrapes - she loses her homework, is late for school and gets her siblings in trouble when she persuades them to stay up past bedtime playing noisy games.

Immerse yourself in the lyrical beauty and emotional depth of poetry with "Few More Verses," a podcast dedicated to exploring the rich tapestry of verse across time and cultures. Each episode features a new complete audiobook, inviting listeners to engage with the power of language and the myriad ways it can capture the human experience. This rotating collection highlights the diverse voices and styles that have shaped poetry, from timeless classics to contemporary gems, offering unique explorations of themes such as love, nature, loss, and resilience. As you journey through these verses, you...

Explore the poignant reflections and final thoughts of various authors as we delve into the theme of endings and last verses, inspired by the title "Last Verses." This podcast invites listeners to engage with a rotating collection of complete audiobooks that capture the essence of closure, farewell, and the beauty found in concluding moments. With each episode, you will encounter a diverse array of poetic expressions and narratives that illuminate the complexities of life, love, and loss, offering unique explorations of the human experience. These works resonate with universal themes of ...

Immerse yourself in the lyrical richness of "Verses," a podcast that celebrates the art of poetry through a rotating collection of audiobooks. Each episode invites listeners to explore the beauty of language, the depth of emotion, and the power of expression found in verse. From classic works that have shaped literary history to contemporary pieces that resonate with modern experiences, this series offers a diverse array of poetic voices and styles. As you journey through each unique exploration, you’ll encounter themes of love, nature, identity, and the human experience, all woven together ...

Eight heartwarming stories. Most of the stories are about girls, and their adventures. Susan Coolidge is also author of "What Katy Did." The Barberry Bush is about a girl named "Barbara Allen called Barberry for short, and Berry, for shorter." Barberry is busily studying in school when she hears that her grandpa is very ill and has to return home. When she returns home, her grandpa dies and then grandma becomes sick with grief. Barbara is left with the old run down Bed and Breakfast that the family owned. It's up to her to decide what to do with it. After a few days of assessing the property ...

Following Katy's recovery in What Katy Did, Katy and Clover go to Hillsover, a boarding school. Together with their new friend Rosamond Redding, or "Rose Red", they form a Society for the Suppression of Unladylike Conduct--but then they are accused of sending notes to a boy outside the school. Katy and Clover know they have nothing to do with it, but can they prove their innocence to the teachers and principal before they are expelled? (Summary by Esther ben Simonides) Narrator: Michele Eaton Katy: Adele de Pignerolles Clover: Esther ben Simonides Elsie, Mary Silver: Rachel Dorry: Eddy Sherman...

Katy Carr always gets in trouble for everything. When her mother died, she told Katy to be a mother to the little ones. But it seems like Katy can't do anything right. Her Aunt Izzie always scolds her, so one day Katy decides to ignore her aunt's command and ride the swing in the barn. Suddenly, something cracks, Katy feels like she's falling, and everything goes dark. (Summary by Esther ben Simonides) Narrator: Michele EatonAunt Izzy/Miss Carr: Beth ThomasKaty Carr: Adele de PignerollesClover Carr, Miss Knight: Esther ben SimonidesElsie Carr, Millerite, The German Girl: RachelDr. Carr: ...

Follow the adventures of Katy Carr and her family, through good times and bad. (Summary by Karen Savage)

In the High Valley is the final installment of Susan Coolidges beloved What Katy Did series. The tale unfolds with Lionel Young and his sister Imogen embarking on an adventure to the enchanting yet remote High Valley in America, leaving behind their familiar hometown of Devonshire, England. Lionel is eager to invest in Geoffrey Templestowes cattle business, while Imogen grapples with her biases against American life, struggling to adapt to her new surroundings. Meanwhile, Clover Templestowe, now joyfully married in the High Valley, finds it challenging to connect with Imogen at first. As the ...

In the fourth installment of the beloved What Katy Did series, we delve into the life of Clover, Katys devoted sister. Journey with her to the stunning mountains of Colorado, where she takes on the heartfelt task of nursing their younger brother back to health. Along the way, Clover forms new friendships and rekindles her bond with her city-cousin turned rancher, Clarence Page, as well as his charming English friend, Geoff Templestowe. But as she navigates these new connections, will anything ever compare to the enduring love of her family? (HannahMary)

Clover is the enchanting fourth installment in the beloved What Katy Did series, shifting the spotlight to Katys spirited little sister. After Katys wedding, the family faces a challenging winter when their brother Phil falls seriously ill. Dr. Carr recommends a restorative trip to the picturesque mountains of Colorado, where Clovers adventures truly begin. There, she reunites with their mischievous cousin Clarence Page, who has grown into a rancher with a charming English partner, Geoff Templestowe. As Clover navigates love and family dynamics, her journey unfolds in unexpected and delightful...

Dive into Not Quite Eighteen, a charming collection of childrens stories that blend moral lessons with whimsical adventures. From unfinished fairy tales to delightful daydreams about a pony running a shop, each tale promises to entertain as it sparks imagination and nurtures young minds. (Summary by Bridget Gaige)This show includes AI-generated content.