Christmas in My Soul by Joe Wheeler (DBX0759, also available in braille and BRF): Presents seven holiday stories that describe the legend of Saint Nicholas and how he became a symbol of generosity and giving, the magic of Christmas past, holiday traditions, and gifts of love and comfort.
Recent audio additions
Here is a listing of some of the newest releases on talking book available from our audio library. These books will play on the machines provided by the National Library Service for the Blind and Print Disabled (NLS). For more information on our audio services please click here. If you'd like a complete listing of our Talking Book audio library, please check out our catalog by clicking here.
Advent With the Saints: Daily Reflections by Greg Friedman, OFM (DBX0921, also available in braille and BRF): Christians know that St. John the Baptist prepares the way of the Lord. Which other saints can accompany us during the four weeks of waiting for the birth of Jesus? Through insightful reflections, Franciscan Father Greg Friedman, a pastor and radio personality, connects us to the lives of saints and holy ones suggested by the Scriptural readings of Advent. Father Greg draws on his love for the saints to offer us daily inspiration during this season of preparation. For each day of Advent until Christmas Day, we find a brief reflection on an Advent lectionary reading, with a saintly connection, a suggested action for the day, and a prayer to help us slow down and savor this season of waiting and hope. This perennial Advent resource will become part of your preparation for Christmas year after year.
Advent is for Children: Stories, Activities, Prayers by Julie Keleman (DBX0887): The journey of Advent is an important part of the Christmas season. This booklet offers explanations of symbols and ceremonies of the season in simple terms, activities the whole family can do, and prayers that invite families to make the Advent season something children will enjoy, appreciate, and really learn from each year.
The Story of the Other Wise Man by Henry Van Dyke (DBX0966, also available in braille and BRF): During the time of the birth of Jesus, a fourth Wise Man, Artaban, sells all his possessions to buy three precious jewels which he hopes to present to the newborn Christ Child. Although he planned to journey with the other three Magi to Bethlehem, he is delayed and fails to rendezvous with them. Artaban spends his whole life searching for the Christ, and in his search he gives away one, then two, and finally all three of his jewels to help others, but in the end his quest is fulfilled in unexpected ways. Although written more than a century ago, this is still a topical Christmas story for young and old that captures the true spirit of Christmas.
A Catholic Christmas by Kathleen Carroll (DBX0922): What's so Catholic about Christmas? The Church's celebration of Christmas isn't just for a day (or even twelve) but starts with the joyful waiting of Advent and lasts until the feast of the Baptism of the Lord. Fascinating stories of some favorite saints—such as Nicholas, Lucy, and Stephen—make their legends come alive, while the history and lore surrounding some of our most popular feasts—such as the Epiphany and the Immaculate Conception—will help you understand the importance of keeping the Mass in Christmas.
Catholic Customs and Traditions: A Popular Guide by Greg Dues (DBX7302): This title answers the questions most commonly asked by both Catholics and non-Catholics. Dues outlines traditional Catholic religious history, gives an engaging overview of the rich variety of customs associated with Advent, Christmas, Holy Week, and Lent, and provides a thorough understanding of why Catholics practice their faith the way they do.
