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Which cheese do you think is the most expensive in the world? How large was the wheel of cheddar given to Queen Victoria as a wedding present? And what cheese did Napoleon enjoy most as his army swept through Europe? Narrator Charles King answers these questions and more as he talks us through 101 Amazing Facts About Cheese. Whether you’re an experienced cheese buff and want to discover some interesting and little-known facts or you’re simply interested to know more about the process of cheese making, this is the perfect book for you.

Do you know what amazing defence mechanism the horned toad lizard has? Can you guess which film was inspired by a trip to the Komodo islands to study lizards? What happens to those who kill a lizard, according to an ancient Aboriginal Australian belief? And which species of lizard is the fastest on the planet? Find out as Charles King talks us through over 100 amazing facts about lizards. With a wide range of subjects covered, from fascinating statistics about record-breaking species to information about keeping lizards as pets, this is a perfect audiobook for listeners of all ages.

Did you know that in medieval times dogs were known to have accompanied their masters into battle wearing suits of armour? Or that cows from different regions moo in different accents? Were you aware that the courtship dance of some seahorses can last eight hours? Or that an albatross flies much further in a lifetime than the Apollo astronauts did on their moon missions? In this collection, narrators Jason Zenobia, Charles King and Lawrence Keefe talk us through over 1,000 facts about birds, cats, dogs, fish, horses, insects, lizards, sharks, snakes and spiders.

How much do you know about Japan? Whether you’re planning a visit or are just fascinated by Japanese culture, you’ll enjoy learning all about the country famous for kitten cafes, Samurai and the Sky Tree. In this fascinating audiobook, narrator Charles King talks us through over 100 amazing facts, from interesting information about the country’s climate and geography to famous figures from history. For anyone wanting to find out more about Japan, a modern country yet one steeped in history and tradition, this is the perfect book.

How much do you know about Russia? Whether you’re a citizen of the world’s largest country or are simply interested in visiting one day, listen to this fascinating audiobook as narrator Charles King talks us through over 100 amazing facts about the spiritual home of vodka, caviar and Tetris. From information about the country’s history, cities and landmarks to some of her most famous citizens, this audiobook is perfect for both real and armchair travellers alike.

How much do you know about Australia? Whether you have lived there all your life or have simply thought about visiting one day, you’ll be fascinated to learn all about the land where Christmas means baking-hot sun and a barbeque on the beach! In this fascinating audiobook, narrator Charles King takes us on a journey ‘Down Under’, revealing over 100 amazing facts about Australia, from interesting information about the country’s history, landmarks and wildlife to its best-known citizens and much more.

How much do you know about the United States of America? Whether you have lived there all your life or have simply thought about visiting one day, listen to Charles King talk you through over 100 facts about the world superpower. From information about the country’s economy, cities and landmarks to things you never knew about presidents and other famous Americans, this is a fantastic audiobook from which you’ll learn plenty of new and interesting information.

How can you use a tree as a compass? What on earth makes maple trees explode? Where is the tallest tree in the world? And how can a tree own itself? Narrator Charles King talks us through the answers to all of these questions and more as we discover over 100 amazing facts about the trees in our environment. So whether you're a dedicated arborist or are just interested in this often overlooked yet wonderful area of nature, then this is the perfect audiobook for you.

Do you know in which castle the world's oldest football was found? What is the correct term for the person in charge of a buttery? How do you tell the difference between a trebuchet and a mangonel? And what on earth is an oubliette? In this fascinating audiobook, narrator Charles King answers all these questions and more as he introduces us to over 100 facts about castles. So if you want to know the history of castles from the early beginnings through to their golden age and final decline, this is the perfect audiobook for you!

In what many refer to as one of the first and greatest science fiction thrillers, a mysterious stranger wanders into an inn, wrapped head-to-toe in bandages. What lies beneath the bandages is something even more mysterious. As Wells tackles issues of identity, deception, and the deterioration of the human mind, listeners will be drawn into the story of the mysterious man, whose own mistakes end up whisking him into a whirlwind of deceit, terror, and even murder. In the end, the question will be asked: when your sense of self and identity vanish, who will you become?

HC3, the Hightower Course Correction Center, “recruits” LGBTQ+ people to participate in a program that will help them get the jobs they need to survive in the dystopic conditions of AMCONS City, center of a post-American territory run by a fascistic military. All they have to do is adopt cisgender, heterosexual identities. Ash, who is black, non-binary, and asexual, meets Aubrey, a white, trans, gay man, at a job fair where they face rejection after rejection… until they get recruited.

This fantastic quiz features four hundred questions split into forty sections covering all areas of geography, history, literature, music, sport, science and general knowledge. Whether you are a trivia master or a beginner on the quest to prove your knowledge, this is a perfect addition to your Audiobook catalogue.

In this, the first title in Jimmy Russell's Games Console History series, we learn 101 amazing facts about Atari's seminal 2600, the first truly popular home family computer games system. The facts cover many areas, including the history, the hardware, game titles both rare and popular and some incredible information you probably never knew!

In this fantastic audiobook, Charles King talks us through more than one hundred facts about Led Zeppelin, one of the most highly respected rock bands in history. With the facts separated into chapters covering the members of the band, its history, the albums and more, you are sure to learn some fascinating new information about the band. So whether you’re a fan from back in the day or are only now beginning to appreciate classic rock music, this is the perfect audiobook for you!

In this amazing audiobook you can find more than one hundred facts about the country of Italy. Separated into sections such as its geography, its landmarks, famous Italian figures from history and many more you will find some fascinating information inside! Whether you are planning on visiting Italy, working on a geography project or just want to know more about this beautiful country, this is an excellent addition to your audio catalogue. Find the information you need, fast!

Do you know which two people have been granted free food for life at Ben's Chili Bowls in Washington? Which country's capital is known as the city of a thousand minarets? Where could you have found Hairy Bottom Road? And why can you never seem to find the fourth floor in your Seoul hotel? All of these questions and more are answered in this fantastic audiobook of facts. This volume contains over one hundred facts about Berlin, Cairo, Canberra, Cape Town, London, Paris, Seoul, Tbilisi, Washington and Wellington, with the facts separated into sections for easy navigation.

In this amazing audiobook you can find more than one hundred facts about the country of France. Separated into sections such as its geography, its people, famous French figures and many more you will find some fascinating information inside! Whether you are planning on visiting France, working on a geography project or just want to know more about this beautiful country, this is an excellent addition to your audiobook library.

In this amazing audiobook you can find more than one hundred facts about the country of Spain. Separated into sections such as its geography, its landmarks, famous Spanish figures from history and many more you will find some fascinating information inside! Whether you are planning on visiting Spain, working on a geography project or just want to know more about this beautiful country, this is an excellent addition to your audiobook catalogue.

In this amazing audiobook, Charles King talks us through more than one hundred facts about the country of India. Separated into sections such as its geography, its landmarks, famous Indian figures from history and many more you will be sure to learn plenty of fascinating information. Whether you are planning on visiting India, working on a geography project or just want to know more about this beautiful country, this is an excellent addition to your audiobook catalogue.