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    Fran, by Amy L. Bernstein | Audiobook Spotlight

    Bianca SchulzeBy Bianca Schulze3 Mins Read General
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    When 14-year-old Fran Singer’s life is marred by tragedy, she digs deep to discover a new beginning, with help from a special friend.

    Middle-grade fiction by Amy L. Bernstein. Narrated by Stephanie Richardson. Available now on Audible, iTunes, and Amazon. Also available in paperback and e-book.

    This story is not just another teen angst but a story of redemption, forgiveness and self-actualization. It’s mouth-dropping plot element are sure to keep the reader wondering the next move.

    Daneace Jeffery, Author/High School Educator
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    Fran, the Second Time Around

    Story by Amy L. Bernstein

    Read by Stephanie Richardson

    Ages 12+ | Amy L Bernstein | 5 hrs 57 mins.

    Publisher’s Synopsis: Fran Singer is a regular 8th grader relishing her role in the school play, enjoying hanging out with her best friend and thinking of ways to steer clear of her annoying little brother. . . when suddenly, in a matter of seconds, everything changes. A tragic accident with major consequences shoots her out of her ordinary world into one racked with guilt, shame, and complete alienation. Starting over after all that isn’t easy. . . but is it possible? Will her life be better, the second time around?

    A suspenseful story full of teen obstacles that provide humor, compassion, and despair. This page turning story is relevant and paints a clear picture of how unexpected events can lead to an appreciation for friends and family.

    Stacey Nunn, Library Media Specialist

    I highly recommend this book to anyone, young adult or older, who has dealt with heartache, devastating loss, guilt, or grief.

    Bonnie Reads and Writes blog
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    About the Author

    Amy L. Bernstein writes for the page, the stage, and forms in between. Her literary preoccupations include rooting for the underdog and putting ordinary people in difficult situations to see how they wriggle out. Her novels include The Potrero Complex (Regal House Publishing, Aug. 2022), The Nighthawkers (The Wild Rose Press, forthcoming), and Fran, The Second Time Around (Amazon, Audible, iTunes). Amy is an award-winning journalist and speechwriter as well as a playwright.

    For more information, visit her website: amywrites.live.

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    About the Narrator

    Narrator Stephanie Richardson won first place at a storytelling festival as an 11-year-old and knew she was destined for a life behind a microphone. Nearly 20 years later, with a background in theatre, professional vocal training, teaching music to children, and spending every minute in the car with an audiobook plugged in, she finally started her dream career as an audiobook narrator and voice-over artist. While not enjoying a book, she can be found playing zoo-keeper to 4 rambunctious children, playing nerdy board games, or talking to her plants.

    For more information, visit her website: stephanienarrates.com.

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    *Disclosure: Please note that this post may contain affiliate links that share some commission. Rest assured that these will not affect the cost of any products and services promoted here. Our team always provides their authentic opinion in all content published on this site.

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    Bianca Schulze is the founder of The Children’s Book Review. She is a reader, reviewer, mother and children’s book lover. She also has a decade’s worth of experience working with children in the great outdoors. Combined with her love of books and experience as a children’s specialist bookseller, the goal is to share her passion for children’s literature to grow readers. Born and raised in Sydney, Australia, she now lives with her husband and three children near Boulder, Colorado.

    6 Comments

    1. Barbara on February 17, 2022 5:54 pm

      I would like to win this for my niece. It’s a book I think she would enjoy.

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    2. Linda Anne Gawthrop on February 19, 2022 5:51 am

      Contains many life lessons so important for this age group.

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    3. Jamie Martin on February 21, 2022 8:00 pm

      Felt like this book is written about me!

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    4. Donna Holder on March 3, 2022 6:14 pm

      I love all of these

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    5. Lily Kwan on March 4, 2022 1:35 am

      I would love to win this giveaway because this book looks very interesting!

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    6. Darla Kidder on March 4, 2022 5:41 pm

      I want to win because I don’t have any audiobooks just Kindle books .

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