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We still officially have summer for a few weeks longer, but to me, Labour Day weekend marks the unofficial end of the season.  But that doesn’t mean you can’t still turn up the heat!  Listen to a heart pumping thriller, like David Baldacci’s, The Collectors.  A follow up to his previous novel, The Camel Club, the New York Times #1 bestselling author once again will keep you on the edge of your seat until the story ends.

The assassination of the U.S. Speaker of the House has shaken the nation. And the Camel Club has found a chilling connection with another death: the body of the director of the Library of Congress’s rare books room has been found in a locked vault.

The Camel Club’s unofficial leader, a man who calls himself Oliver Stone, discovers that someone is selling America to its enemies one classified secret at a time. Then Annabelle Conroy, the greatest con artist of her generation, struts her way into the club and gives it a sexy new edge-one it needs. Because the two murders are hurtling the Camel Club into a world of espionage that can bring America to its knees.

Many would say the sport of boxing is coming to an end, especially with the rise of the increasingly popular sport, Mixed Martial Arts.  Mixed Martial Arts is exactly what it sounds like, a blending of various martial arts forms.  In order to succeed in the sport, one has to be well rounded in all aspects of martial arts, from standup boxing to ground fighting Jiu Jitsu, Greco Roman wrestling and everything in between.

Even as combat sport becomes more multifaceted, the human drama remains.  In reality, the human aspect of the sport is what most of us are captivated with: the journey of how a fighter becomes a champion, their struggles, sacrifices, and eventual rise to stardom.  As these younger fighters enter the sport it’s hard not to look back at some of the greats for a little bit of inspiration.  Check out audiobooks by Muhammad Ali, Sugar Ray Robinson, Rocky Marciano, and Joe Louis, and let their personal stories inspire you.

Simply Audiobooks would like to thank everyone who participated in our Hachette Audio Summer Giveaway.

We are thrilled to congratulate our three contest winners: Cynthia, Melvyn and Heather! They will each receive an audio book pack, including 6 of Hachette’s top audiobooks of the summer. Congratulations!

You can read their crazy commute stories here. You will need to scroll down a bit to get to the comments section, but believe me, their anecdotes are worth the extra exertion!

If you didn’t win, fear not; we’ll be posting a new back to school contest in the coming weeks… stay tuned!

Happy Reading,

Simply Audiobooks

The Olympics are coming to a close this weekend, but we have certainly not seen the last of record setting U.S. super swimmer, Michael Phelps. In addition to the Frosted Flake cereal boxes and other endorsement deals sparked by his amazing success, he plans to write a book about his Olympic experience.

While you’re waiting to hear Phelps recount his glory, check out some hot titles by other famous athletes.

We know there are mixed feelings about this time of year. Parents are excited to have their kids back at school, and kids well… the end of summer is a major bummer. But, heading back to school is inevitable, and Simply Audiobooks has something sure to make both kids, and parents happy.

Parents: We’re offering FREE SHIPPING on all audiobook purchases from August 18, 2008 – September 30, 2008. Thats right, on ALL purchases. Enter the promo code BACKTOSCHOOL during checkout and receive free standard shipping on your order. Get books for the kids from their school reading lists, and why not throw in some for yourself too? After all, you’ve earned it.

Kids: OMG soon u hve 2 go B2S. OTOH, u dn’t hve 2 SOBT. Listen 2 audiobooks, & make ur life E123. MSG ur peeps, hang wit ur QT, all while doing ur hmwk! ha! 2G2BT? Audiobooks will b ur NBFF. Buy 2day & get FREE SHIPPING! W00T! 4 da 411 click here. B4N, <3 SAB

7:00 AM: Time to get up! I know, its too early, but Steve Chandler has 100 Ways To Motivate Yourself.

8:30 AM: Traffic sucks, but we can make it worth your while. Prepare for your day with How To Win Friends and Influence People by Dale Carnegie.

10:00 AM: Boss doesn’t notice your ear buds. Yay! Gangster by Lorenzo Carcaterra will add some excitement to your morning meetings.

12:00 PM: Lunch time! Take a break with something you’re sure to enjoy: Harry Potter And The Deathly Hallows by J.K. Rowling.

2:00 PM: Quiet afternoon at your desk? Stay ahead of the competition with these Winning Strategies.

5:30 PM: Home time! W00t!

5:35 PM: Ugh. Traffic still sucks, but you don’t have to think about it. Instead, prepare for your dream vacation with Pimsleur’s Language audiobooks.

6:30 PM: Turn up volume on the volume on Eoin Colfer’s Artemis Fowl to stop the kids from bickering on their way to baseball practice.

9:00 PM: Wondering if you have the energy do it all again tomorrow? Blink by Malcolm Gladwell will get you thinking about thinking.

… be an athletic supporter!

With the opening ceremonies of the Olympics beginning this morning, I am looking forward to the start of the Olympic games. As the returning couch surfing champion, I’ll be putting my skills to good use and cheering on the athletes from the comfort of my home. For those of you lucky enough to go to the games, enjoy! There will surely be amazing moments in sport that will not soon be forgotten.

In honour of all of our athlete’s check out, The Games Do Count, and, Its How You Play The Game by Brian Kilmeade. This audiobook set is a collection of the most powerful moments in sports and surely will get you in the Olympic spirit.

Science fiction fans, take note: The Sentient Advantage is a must read, and August’s Free Download of the Month! Th story is pure engaging, entertaining and stimulating science fiction. In the tradition of Douglas Adams’ Hitchhiker’s Guide To The Galaxy trilogy, Pugmire injects an intelligent comedic element into a futuristic science fiction theme that will appeal to both sci-fi enthusiasts and satire lovers alike.

Summary:
When Jaros wakes up and finds himself falling from space, he is alarmed to realize that he has no memory. Nothing. Yet it seems like he was expected. He takes up residence in Kayla’s haunted house that is run by a house comp that won’t take orders. Together they must figure out what’s really going on, save the galaxy, and avoid being killed by large ugly aliens. Every step of their adventure is hilarious but still manages to be exciting drama.