Digital Kentucky Books 2011

A Catalog of Digital Talking Books Produced

By the Kentucky Talking Book Library

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NON-FICTION

DKY 01854

THE BLUEGRASS CONSPIRACY: AN INSIDE STORY OF POWER, GREED, DRUGS AND MURDER

By Sally Denton; narrated by Richard Crane

In 1985 Kentucky Blueblood and former Lexington Police Officer Drew Thornton parachuted to his death carrying thousands of dollars in cash and 80 pounds of cocaine. His death unleashed an investigation that would eventually reach the highest political and social circles of Kentucky. Policeman Ralph Ross would fight against an international web of corruption to disband the criminal organization known as "The Company." Includes an afterword with updates on key individuals. Some strong language. 2001.

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DKY 02203

KENTUCKY BLUEGRASS COUNTRY: FOLKLIFE IN THE SOUTH SERIES

By R. Gerald Alvey; narrated by John Schaaf

Discusses all the ingredients of folklife in Central Kentucky: horse breeding, tobacco and bourbon, gambling and dueling, the code of the hunt, architecture, and food and celebrations.1992.

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DKY 02796

THE LAST COACH: A LIFE OF PAUL “BEAR” BRYANT

By Allen Barra; narrated by Dennis Krol

Biography of football coach Paul "Bear" Bryant (1913-83). Charismatic, demanding, and ruthlessly competitive, Bryant personified gridiron determination. In 38 years of coaching, including a brief period at the University of Kentucky, and his many years with Alabama's Crimson Tide, he had only one losing season. 2005.

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DKY 02837

MY CENTURY IN HISTORY: MEMOIRS

By Thomas D. Clark; narrated by Michael Head

Beloved Kentucky historian Thomas D. Clark offers vivid memories of his journey, both personal and academic. Born in1903 on a cotton farm in Louisville, Mississippi, he would follow a long and winding path to find his life's passion in the study of history. In addition to his wide scholarly contributions, Clark devoted his life to the preservation of Kentucky's historical records. His efforts resulted in the creation of the University of Kentucky Special Collections and Archives, the Kentucky Oral History Commission, the Kentucky History Center (named for him), and the University Press of Kentucky. 2006.

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DKY 02886

MISSING MOUNTAINS: WE WENT TO THE MOUNTAINTOP BUT IT WASN'T THERE

By Kristin Johannsen; narrated by Suzanne Thompson

In 2005 a group of authors gathered near Hindman, Kentucky, to witness and learn about mountaintop removal mining. These 35 authors, all from Kentucky and concerned with the devastating impact of mining on mountain communities, pen short fiction and non-fiction pieces decrying the practice of mountaintop removal. Forward by Silas House and afterword by Wendell Berry. 2005.

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DKY 02905

NEW GROWTH: RECENT KENTUCKY WRITINGS

Edited by Charlie Sweet and Hal Blythe

Collected short writings of fiction, poetry and creative non-fiction by the next generation of Kentucky's literary authors. Each short work explores what is most valuable in our Kentucky heritage - the places and characters that make it so memorable. With this collection the Commonwealth demonstrates it has become an epicenter of literary output. 2007.

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DKY 02910

JOHN BELSKI'S BACKYARD WEATHER FOLKLORE: OVER 1300 WEATHER SAYINGS FOR PREDICTING THE WEATHER

By John Belski; narrated by Roger Stapleton

Television weatherman John Belski collects over 1300 sayings for predicting the weather, including 160 different ways to predict the severity of an upcoming winter. Many of the sayings come from the eighteenth and nineteenth centuries when weather signs were closely watched by Native Americans, pioneers and farmers. 2006.

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DKY 02915

HOUSE OF ABRAHAM: LINCOLN AND THE TODDS, A FAMILY DIVIDED BY WAR

By Stephen Berry; narrated by Russ Hatter

Mary Todd Lincoln was one of fourteen siblings in a family split between the Confederacy and Union. Historian Stephen Berry traces how the Civil War changed the Todd family and how their close relationship with Lincoln changed the course of the war. As they debated the issues of the day and comforted each other in the wake of shared tragedy, the Todds moved Lincoln to avoid tactics and rhetoric that would scapegoat the Confederates. 2007.

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DKY 02921

LINCOLN BICENTENNIAL MAGAZINE

By Back Home in Kentucky; narrated by Dennis Krol

Contains the commemorative Kentucky edition of the February 2008 - 2010 Lincoln Bicentennial Magazine, a special issue of Back Home in Kentucky. Also contains a second themed special issue, Kentucky's Civil War 1861 - 1865. Each special issue has articles of interest about President Lincoln and aspects of the Civil War unique to Kentucky. 2008.

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DKY 02933

MY APPALACHIA: A MEMOIR

By Sidney Saylor Farr; narrated by Tamara Semones

Although Sidney Saylor Farr is renowned in the field of Appalachian Studies, her own fascinating personal history has been little known. Given the responsibilities of adulthood early in life, Farr pushed herself through countless challenges, including poverty, discrimination, and personal loss, to become a well-known regional author and academic. 2007.

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DKY 02939

I AM POTENTIAL: EIGHT LESSONS ON LIVING, LOVING, AND REACHING YOUR DREAMS

By Patrick Henry Hughes, Patrick John Hughes, & Bryant Stamford; narrated by Marvin Weinberger

Born with multiple physical birth defects and blind due to Anophthalmia, Patrick Henry Hughes exemplifies the triumph of human potential. At the age of nine months Patrick's family discovered he possessed an astounding musical talent - a talent that would eventually lead Patrick to perform at the Grand Ole Opry, march in the University of Louisville marching band with the help of his father, and appear on the TV show Extreme Home Makeover. 2008.

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DKY 02947

A CONCISE HISTORY OF KENTUCKY

By James C. Klotter & Freda C. Klotter; narrated by Russell Wright

Wide ranging but concise history of Kentucky from the state historian. Highlights featuring the lives of individual Kentuckians, from Native Americans to Daniel Boone and more recent notables such as Muhammad Ali, give voice to the state's history. Notable topics include deadly frontier wars, the Civil War, the government of Kentucky, and the rich tapestry of art and music in the Bluegrass and Appalachia. 2008.

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DKY 02948

A BEAUTIFUL JOURNEY

By Lucille Carloftis; narrated by Jean Anne Webb

Memoir of Lucille Bowling, who at nineteen married Carlo Carloftis and was soon caught up in his plans to recreate an authentic 1700s Indian village on the banks of Kentucky's Rockcastle River. From the 1950's through the 1970's Lucille and Carlo raised their family on the banks of the river, traveled, built a successful tourist business and forged close friendships with many Native Americans. Includes a forward by Lucille and Carlo's son, Jon, praising his unique childhood. 2007.

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DKY 02961

JUSTICE DELAYED, JUSTICE DENIED

By Betty Boles Ellison; narrated by Barbara Smith

The author uses information from case files in the Lexington Division of Police and Fayette County Coroner's Office to investigate seven unsolved murders. The shocking Bluegrass murders include the case of Betty Gail Brown, strangled to death on the Transylvania campus, as well as that of horseman Jean Michael Gambet, found shot in his burning vehicle. Some descriptions of violence. 2008.

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DKY 02968

COAL-CAMP CHRONICLES

By Clyde Roy Pack; narrated by Don J. Dampier

A former teacher uses his memories of growing up around the Muddy Branch coal-camp, as well as more than 50 newspaper clippings from the Paintsville Herald, to tell the story of his Eastern Kentucky community in the 1940's and 1950's. Sequel to Muddy Branch: Memories of an Eastern Kentucky Coal Camp (DKY 02700). 2005.

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DKY 02972

WEIRD KENTUCKY: YOUR TRAVEL GUIDE TO KENTUCKY'S LOCAL LEGENDS AND BEST KEPT SECRETS

By Jeffrey Scott Holland; narrated by Tamara Semones

A humorous tour of Kentucky's weird and wonderful locations, legends and residents. Includes entries on Jefferson County's haunted Waverly Hills Sanatorium, the blue people of Troublesome Creek, local legends of bizarre beasts roaming the mountains, and Nathan Stubblefield - who may be the real inventor of the radio. Part of the best-selling Weird U.S. series. 2008.

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DKY 03002

HAUNTS OF OLD LOUISVILLE

By David Domine; narrated by John Schaaf

Spine-tingling stories of hauntings and strange happenings in the Victorian-era neighborhood of Old Louisville. First-hand accounts of the paranormal as well as spooky local legends are detailed and given historical context. Includes the tale of unexplained events at the Ferguson Mansion. Sequel to Ghosts of Old Louisville (DKY 02754). 2009.

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DKY 03011

TRESPASSERS WILL BE BAPTIZED

By Elizabeth Emerson Hancock; narrated by Joyce Honaker

Author’s humorous memoir details her life growing up as the daughter of a small-town Southern Baptist preacher in Central Kentucky. Hancock relates childhood misadventures such as hawking backyard swimming pool baptisms during the neighborhood yard sale and attending GA mother-daughter overnight camp. 2008.

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DKY 03017

GREATEST KENTUCKY DERBY UPSETS

By Blood-Horse Publications; narrated by Lynda Sherrard

Twelve stories of the Kentucky Derby's most unlikely winners. From Giacomo's unexpected win at 50-1 odds to the 1904 win of Elwood, the first starter owned by a woman, each horse is lauded as a true Kentucky Derby champion. Includes the history of each horse and race as well as a description of the key individuals involved in each event. 2007.

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DKY 03020

OPENING DOORS TO OPPORTUNITY

By Iowa LBPH; narrated by Lynda Sherrard

A brief brochure of tips and tricks to help people with visual disabilities perform common tasks independently. Includes tips for cooking, using the telephone and labeling strategies. 2010.

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DKY 03025

OR WAS THAT EGGS?

By Pat Perkins Brumback Twedt; narrated by Joyce Honaker

Pat Twedt, the youngest of 8 children, was born to a well-to-do Kentucky Family in 1925. By the beginning of the Great Depression her family was fractured and she was an orphan. Moving north to find work in a war plant, Pat also modeled for the Kaiser-Frazer automobile company. Pat soon finds herself back in Kentucky, raising her own family with humor and spirit. 2008.

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DKY 03030

EQUINE ER: STORIES FROM A YEAR IN THE LIFE OF AN EQUINE VETERINARY HOSPITAL

By Leslie Guttman; narrated by Joyce Honaker

Dramatic, sometimes heartbreaking, but always inspiring stories from the year Leslie Guttman spent observing veterinarians at the world-renowned Lexington equine hospital, Rood & Riddle. From new foals to seasoned champions, each case is a unique challenge and testament to the human-equine bond. 2009.

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DKY 03042

FROM HILLTOP TO MOUNTAINTOP: THE LIFE AND LEGACY OF ONE IWO JIMA FLAG RAISER

By Ron Elliott; narrated by Ron Elliott

The image of the U.S. Marines raising the Stars and Stripes on Iwo Jima is an iconic photograph in American culture. Ron Elliot details the life and legacy of one of these Marines, Kentuckian Franklin Runyon Sousley. In his short life Franklin Sousley made a lasting impact on America - an impact that goes far beyond his brave service in World War II. Includes a forward by Heather French Henry, Miss America 2000. Narrated by the author, Ron Elliot. 2010.

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FICTION

DKY 02879

A TIME FOR YOU: A RED HAT NOVEL

By Jack R. Pyle; narrated by Janet Kinstle

The death of her husband brings drastic changes to Estelle Star Pilkington's life. With the help of three friends and The Red Hat Society, Star finds her true self and a new place in the community. Some strong language. 2007.

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DKY 02892

STUCK IN THE MIDDLE: SISTER-TO-SISTER, BOOK 1

By Virginia Smith; narrated by Wanda Rodgers

Joan Sanderson's life is stuck. Her older sister, Allie, is starting a family, and her younger sister, Tori, has a budding career. Meanwhile, Joan is stuck at home with her Mom and grandmother. When a hunky young doctor moves in next door, Joan sets out to catch his eye. With a little help from God, Allie, and an enormous mutt, Joan finds her way out of this rut and in to love. 2008.

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DKY 02904

THE ADVENTURES OF MOLLY WHUPPIE AND OTHER APPALACHIAN FOLKTALES

By Anne Shelby; narrated by Anne Shelby

Combining traditional Appalachian folktale plots with humor, Kentucky writer and storyteller Anne Shelby creates fourteen lively, humorous and magical short stories. Clever Molly Whuppie meets odd characters and fairytale creatures while adventuring in the Appalachian Mountains. Author Anne Shelby narrates. For grades 4-7 and older readers. 2007.

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DKY 02909

HOW TO MURDER A MILLIONAIRE: A BLACKBIRD SISTERS MYSTERY, BOOK 1

By Nancy Martin; narrated by Priscilla Barnes

Nora Blackbird, disgraced Philadelphia socialite, has a new job as a society page columnist. On her first party review assignment she stumbles upon the murdered body of the host - a millionaire art collector. Nora investigates with help from her wacky sisters and new love interest, the son of a local crime boss. Some strong language and some descriptions of sex. 2002.

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DKY 02916

AROUND THE RIVERS BEND: SPIRIT OF APPALACHIA, BOOK 5

By Gilbert Morris Aaron McCarver; narrated by Jean Anne Webb

Sabrina Fairfax was raised in a wealthy London household but is impoverished and alone after her father's death. Sabrina discovers the deed to a piece of land in the Appalachian Mountains and decides to travel to America. Sion Kenyon is a wrongfully imprisoned miner rescued by Sabrina on the condition he accompany her to America as her indentured servant. The two look to God to help them create a new life as pioneers in a rugged frontier. 2002.

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DKY 02920

HOME CALL: A NOVEL OF KENTUCKY

By Bob Sloan; narrated by Don J. Dampier

Drug dealers, with the help of the local sheriff, are growing marijuana on the mountain behind Jesse Surratt's Appalachian farm. After Jesse interferes with their operation to prevent the murder of a young woman, he finds himself in a struggle for his life. Some strong language and some explicit descriptions of sex. 2004.

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DKY 02922

POLITICS CAN BE MURDER

By Lynda Atkins; narrated by Barbara Smith

When a beautiful law clerk for the Kentucky Supreme Court dies in a hit-and-run accident, suspicion falls on Chief Justice Trevor Langford. Before Louisville District Attorney Hilary Adams can investigate, Judge Langford also falls victim to murder. Faced with mounting public pressure to find the killer, Hilary and her team expose a diabolical scheme to advance a radical political agenda. Some strong language. 2008.

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DKY 02923

THE OUTSIDER: SHAKER HILL, BOOK 1

By Ann H. Gabhart; narrated by Sally Smothermon

Kentucky, 1812. Gabrielle Hope finds joy in teaching in the close-knit Shaker village of Harmony Hill, the celibate, spiritual community where she and her mother sought refuge following a family tragedy. But Gabrielle questions her chaste way of life when she falls in love with Dr. Brice Scott--an outsider. 2008.

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DKY 02924

THE CAVE, THE CABIN, AND THE TATTOO MAN: KENTUCKY SUMMERS, BOOK 1

By Tim Callahan; narrated by Marvin Weinberger

It is the summer of 1959 and ten-year-old Timmy is excited to once again visit his grandparents in the hills of Morgan County, Kentucky. Timmy intends to spend the summer fishing, exploring the countryside, and helping at his papaw's general store. When the idyllic summer is interrupted by a murder, Timmy and the surrounding community are put to the test. Timmy risks losing the trust of his family as he struggles to protect them and put his faith in God. 2007.

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DKY 02925

SAVANNA

By Janice Holt Giles; by Joyce Honaker

Willful Savanna, widowed at nineteen, has the spirit to conquer the frontier alone. In Fort Gibson, Arkansas Territory, Savanna runs her trading post - fighting both her competition and the sinister actions of Sam Huston to thrive in the new frontier territory. Some strong language. 1961.

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DKY 02926

THE LAW OF BETRAYAL

By Tess Collins; narrated by Janet Kinstle

Attorney Alma Bashears from The Law of Revenge (KY 02901) and The Law of the Dead (KY 02918) now lives and practices law in Contrary, Kentucky. When Alma was ten her father mysteriously disappeared, leaving his shattered family behind. Now, years later, the only man who knows the true story of that disappearance is brutally murdered. To defend herself against accusations of murder, Alma investigates her own past. Some strong language and some violence. 2003.

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DKY 02927

CRIMSON MOUNTAIN

By Grace Livingston Hill; by Louise Miller

Laurel Sheridan, once wealthy and sheltered, is orphaned and teaching school state-side during World War II. When Laurel overhears a plot to blow up a local munitions plant she must contact Phil, the soldier she fell in love with before he was called away to fight in the war. Originally published in 1942.

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DKY 02929

BRIGHT WINGS TO FLY: AN APPALACHIAN FAMILY IN THE CIVIL WAR

By Bruce Hopkins; by Priscilla Barnes

Fascinated by the family stories told to him by his grandmother, Bruce Hopkins researches his family history and uses it as the basis for this fictionalized account of the Civil War in Pike County, Kentucky. Mountain families, broken and in poverty, fight on both sides of the conflict and cope with unimaginable losses - but somehow continue to thrive. Some strong language. 2006.

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DKY 02930

THE STARCHED APRON

By Doris Musick; narrated by Wanda Rodgers

1792. After killing David Musick, Shawnee Indian raiders capture his wife, Annie, and their five children. Surviving capture, Annie and the children are rescued and rebuild their homestead in the frontier wilderness of Virginia. Years later Annie marries Ephriam Hatfield, patriarch of the infamous Hatfield clan, and relocates to Pike County, Kentucky. Based on true events and written by a descendent of the Musick family. 2005.

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DKY 02931

THEHILLTOP MURDER MYSTERY: A LT. DEKKER - SGT. MURDOCK MURDER MYSTERY, BOOK 1

By Steve Demaree; narrated by Richard Crane

Two overweight detectives must climb 52 steps to reach the home of a murder victim. Once inside, they must climb more steps to reach the bedroom where Mrs. Ethel Nelson lies in her bed, poisoned. Between trips to the Blue Moon Diner and avoiding the neighborhood poodle Twinkle Toes, the detectives uncover clues to solve the crime. 2006.