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Arr matey! Do you want to know all about the 10 most fantastic, fearsome, and famous pirates of all time? Dare you hear of how Francois L'Olonnais ripped out a man's heart with his bare hands then gnawed at it like a ravenous wolf? And what of Sir Henry Morgan - callous pirate or loyal privateer? How did Cheung Po Tsai build up a fleet of 600 ships, and what happened to Anne Bonny after she was caught?

Did you know that the dog who played Toto in The Wizard of Oz earned more money for the film than any of the munchkins did? Or that three quarters of the women James Bond has slept with have tried to kill him? Would you be surprised to find out that censors in New Zealand cut The Muppet Movie because (according to them) it featured scenes of gratuitous violence?

Are you a fan of leading British actor Benedict Cumberbatch? Whether he's playing Sherlock, a Star Trek villain or one of his many other roles, the ever down-to-earth Cumberbatch has endeared himself to fans across the world with his quirky style and amazing acting abilities. This fantastic audiobook contains everything you need to know about Ben, from his upbringing to awards he has won, music that he likes and so much more.

Knock, knock. Who's there? The Amazing Book of Knock Knock Jokes. The Amazing Book of Knock Knock Jokes who? The Amazing ummm...let's start again. This audiobook, The Amazing Book of Knock Knock Jokes, contains 150 hilarious jokes for kids of all ages, as well as a short section on the history of the joke style that will probably interest your parents (but it's OK, you can skip over that bit).

There are days when we all need a little pick-me-up. This fantastic audiobook contains 101 fantastic motivational and inspirational quotes from the past 2000 years of human culture. With sources including prominent historical thinkers, lines from movies and TV shows, and some of the greatest inspirational lyrics of all time, these individual pieces of advice will help you get through the day and achieve your goals with a smile on your face.

Are you the world's biggest Ariana Grande fan? Or do you want to find out everything there is to know about the actress, singer, and songwriter? If so, then this is the book for you! Contained within are over 100 facts about Ariana, from her childhood and first acting roles through to her emergence as a world-renowned singer with a vocal range to rival Mariah Carey. Narrated by Kent Harris, this is the perfect audiobook for everyone from new fans all the way through to die-hard Arianators!

Did you know that Shakespeare wrote the world's first ever knock knock joke? How much of a ribbon worm's own body do you think it can eat and still survive if it gets a little hungry? Do you know what the most unusual lost property items that have been handed in on the London Underground are? And what surprising kind of song is the American national anthem based on? This absolutely fascinating audiobook contains over 100 facts covering various categories such as war, music, TV and film, ancient civilizations, royalty, and more.

During our lives, many of us, at some point, realize we are not as happy as we could be. The hectic pace of the world today can leave us unfulfilled and listless. But help is at hand! This easy-to-follow audiobook talks you through 10 simple steps to increase your feeling of happiness and contentment, and is suitable for both men and women, young and old, from all walks of life. Each step contains an explanation as to why it will have a positive effect on you, and concludes with a simple exercise to try.

Arrr matey! Are you loaded to the gunwalls? Do you know what Blackbeard's ship was called? Which pirate ate a man's heart? Who makes the list of the top 10 pirates of all time? All these facts and more can be found in this excellent quick-listen guide to pirates. Whether you're Henry Morgan himself or just some unlucky Jonah, this book containing over 100 facts is sure to float your boat. Land ahoy!

Do you want to know all of the important facts about Barack Obama? Among many other things, the 44th US president battled a global economic crisis, pulled troops out of war-torn Iraq, and introduced a universal health-care system. This fantastic audiobook gives you the information you need to know about President Obama in handily organized sections.

Did you know that a hippogriff is supposedly the offspring of a horse and a griffin? Or that a Greek sphinx generally has a male face, whereas an Egyptian one has a female visage? Where does the skunk ape roam, and how can you spot a kitsune in human form? Is Slenderman the most frightening mythical creature, or is that honor bestowed on the fearsome gashadokuro? This fantastic book introduces the listener to more than 100 mythical beasts and legendary creatures.

Do you know which classical legend was a key inspiration for Suzanne Collins when she wrote The Hunger Games? Or why Katniss is so named? What amusing incidents happened to the cast and crew during filming? And what are the key differences between the books and the films? This fantastic audiobook features over one hundred fascinating facts, split into sections such as costumes, actors, books, films, unbelievable facts, and more.

Slenderman has been seen around the world for over 2,000 years. This audiobook - dedicated to the authors, who tragically and violently lost their lives shortly after writing it - aims to tell you everything you want to know about Slenderman. What does he look like? What are his powers? What is his purpose? All this and more is answered by Jack Goldstein and Jimmy Russell.

Did you know that when some of Jane Austen’s lesser-known work was sent to publishers in 2007 under a pseudonym it was rejected? Do you know in which radio sitcom she was once portrayed as a foul-mouthed and violent inhabitant of hell who even the devil was scared of? And exactly what have zombies got to do with Pride and Prejudice? This fascinating audiobook contains more than 100 facts about Jane Austen, with each chapter exploring a different part of her life and work.

Did you know that Enid Blyton very nearly became a professional musician rather than an author? Or that it was the secret passageway and haunted room in a house in which she stayed that inspired her to write so many wonderful stories? But why did she hate her mother so much? And what was she like at school? This fascinating audiobook contains more than 100 facts about the well-loved children’s author, with each chapter focusing on a different element of her life and work.

This fascinating audiobook contains more than 100 facts about Conan Doyle, with each chapter focusing on a different part of the author’s life and work. So whether you are the world’s biggest Sherlock Holmes fan or you simply want to know more about a truly fascinating character, this is the perfect audiobook for you.

What is it that makes New York so unique? Which 10 landmarks should be on every tourist’s list of sights to see? What is the history of the city’s subway and of the Statue of Liberty, which has greeted generations of people seeking a new life? Narrator Charles King answers all of this and more as he talks us through 101 Amazing Facts About New York. So whether you’re thinking of visiting the Big Apple or you’re more of an armchair tourist, this is the perfect audiobook for you!

Nathan is a cracker. A cracker is like a hacker but tends to be doing slightly more illegal things. If we’re talking ‘black hat’ and ‘white hat’, Nathan’s would be darker than the winter night sky. One day, poking around on the internet where he shouldn’t, Nathan finds a rather interesting program. But what is its purpose? And what encrypted information does it contain that is ‘classified’?

Join quizmaster J. D. Kelly and find out who can rightfully wear the crown as the king or queen of video game trivia. Sure, maybe you’re unbeatable at FIFA or you’ve mastered super cancel on Pro Evo. Perhaps you’ve clocked up more headshots in Call of Duty or Battlefield than most people have had hot dinners, or you hold the world record speed run for a level in Rayman Legends...but just how well do you know the games that you’re playing? And what of the history - what of the lineage of those games?

In this audiobook, narrator Kent Harris talks us through over 100 amazing facts covering subjects such as Austen’s life, her works, notable adaptations and much more. Whether you’re studying Jane Austen for a project or are simply interested in finding out more about the ever-popular creator of the romantic novel, this is the perfect audiobook for you.