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Cold Fix, The

Drawing strength from cold-water swimming and immersion

by Sara Barnes ...

Narrated by Claire Dean ...

Unabridged

6 hours 53 min

‘The cold water has given me the key to unlock myself within a place I didn’t know existed: the community of cold-water swimmers right around the world. What binds us all together is the cold and how it makes us feel: brave enough to tackle even the toughest of life’s issues.’Having been a keen runner and cyclist all her life, in 2017 Sara Barnes was diagnosed with severe osteoarthritis and found ... Read more

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‘The cold water has given me the key to unlock myself within a place I didn’t know existed: the community of cold-water swimmers right around the world. What binds us all together is the cold and how it makes us feel: brave enough to tackle even the toughest of life’s issues.’Having been a keen runner and cyclist all her life, in 2017 Sara Barnes was diagnosed with severe osteoarthritis and found
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The Art of Resilience

Strategies for an Unbreakable Mind and Body

by Ross Edgley ...

Narrated by Ross Edgley ...

Unabridged

10 hours 9 min

‘Incredible individual, incredible book, incredible story.’ CHRIS HEMSWORTH‘A hero who is as humble as he is resilient… testament to a “never give up” spirit!’ BEAR GRYLLS‘From reading this book, the message that comes shining through is this: you can achieve anything.’ ANT MIDDLETON'Inspiring, especially if you're suffering with adversity, injury or setbacks.' CHRIS WILLIAMSONBestselling au... ... Read more

$34.99 CAD

‘Incredible individual, incredible book, incredible story.’ CHRIS HEMSWORTH‘A hero who is as humble as he is resilient… testament to a “never give up” spirit!’ BEAR GRYLLS‘From reading this book, the message that comes shining through is this: you can achieve anything.’ ANT MIDDLETON'Inspiring, especially if you're suffering with adversity, injury or setbacks.' CHRIS WILLIAMSONBestselling au...
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Waterlog

The book that inspired the wild swimming movement

by Roger Deakin ...

Narrated by Roy McMillan ...

Unabridged

11 hours 41 min

Brought to you by Penguin.Roger Deakin set out in 1996 to swim through the British Isles. The result a uniquely personal view of an island race and a people with a deep affinity for water. From the sea, from rock pools, from rivers and streams, tarns, lakes, lochs, ponds, lidos, swimming pools and spas, from fens, dykes, moats, aqueducts, waterfalls, flooded quarries, even canals, Deakin gains a ... Read more

$23.99 CAD

Brought to you by Penguin.Roger Deakin set out in 1996 to swim through the British Isles. The result a uniquely personal view of an island race and a people with a deep affinity for water. From the sea, from rock pools, from rivers and streams, tarns, lakes, lochs, ponds, lidos, swimming pools and spas, from fens, dykes, moats, aqueducts, waterfalls, flooded quarries, even canals, Deakin gains a
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The Island Swimmer

The uplifting and completely heartwarming debut novel from beloved author and TV presenter Lorraine Kelly

by Lorraine Kelly ...

Narrated by Lorraine Kelly ...

Unabridged

9 hours 17 min

Escape with this feel-good and big-hearted debut novel from broadcaster Lorraine Kelly. If you love Maeve Binchy, you'll love The Island Swimmer.Once the tide turns, you can't hold it back...When Evie's father falls desperately ill, she finally returns to the family home on Orkney and the wild landscape she left as a teenager, swearing never to return. Not everyone is happy at her arrival, ... Read more

$52.99 CAD

Escape with this feel-good and big-hearted debut novel from broadcaster Lorraine Kelly. If you love Maeve Binchy, you'll love The Island Swimmer.Once the tide turns, you can't hold it back...When Evie's father falls desperately ill, she finally returns to the family home on Orkney and the wild landscape she left as a teenager, swearing never to return. Not everyone is happy at her arrival,
... Read more
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Hagakure. El camino del samurái

by Yamamoto Tsunetomo ...

Narrated by José Ángel Fuentes ...

Unabridged

4 hours 52 min

Un clásico de la cultura japonesa que ayuda a la introspección y la concentración en nuestro mundo cada vez más frenético.Considerado como una de las fuentes de inspiración de Fernando Alonso, el piloto lo cita frecuentemente en sus intervenciones públicas y redes sociales.Hagakure significa "a la sombra de las hojas" y es una obra literaria japonesa escrita por Yamamoto Tsunetomo en el siglo ... Read more

$22.99 CAD

Un clásico de la cultura japonesa que ayuda a la introspección y la concentración en nuestro mundo cada vez más frenético.Considerado como una de las fuentes de inspiración de Fernando Alonso, el piloto lo cita frecuentemente en sus intervenciones públicas y redes sociales.Hagakure significa "a la sombra de las hojas" y es una obra literaria japonesa escrita por Yamamoto Tsunetomo en el siglo
... Read more
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Devorgilla Days

finding hope and healing in Scotland's book town

by Kathleen Hart ...

Narrated by Lucy Paterson ...

Unabridged

8 hours 25 min

'We all need a Devorgilla Cottage somewhere in our hearts' - Kirsty Wark'Beautifully written' - Alexander ArmstrongA memoir of recovery, resilience and starting over in Wigtown, book capital of Scotland.This is a story about uncovering the things that really matter, and discovering what makes us feel alive. It is a story about finding that inner strength and resilience, and never giving up hope.<. ... Read more

$34.99 CAD

'We all need a Devorgilla Cottage somewhere in our hearts' - Kirsty Wark'Beautifully written' - Alexander ArmstrongA memoir of recovery, resilience and starting over in Wigtown, book capital of Scotland.This is a story about uncovering the things that really matter, and discovering what makes us feel alive. It is a story about finding that inner strength and resilience, and never giving up hope.<.
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Roger Deakin: A BBC Nature Collection

The legendary naturalist on wild swimming and nature, plus a reading of Wildwood

by Roger Deakin ...

Narrated by Roger Deakin, Clare Balding, Robert Macfarlane, Dr Alice Roberts, Richard Mabey ...

Unabridged

4 hours

An anthology of programmes hosted by and about Roger Deakin, the legendary naturalist, introduced byhis friend Robert Macfarlane.Author, filmmaker and conservationist Roger Deakin first came to fame with his bestselling book Waterlog, which brought wild swimming into the mainstream and pioneered the 'new nature writing' genre. Published posthumously, his second travelogue, Wildwood, and collected ... Read more

$16.99 CAD

An anthology of programmes hosted by and about Roger Deakin, the legendary naturalist, introduced byhis friend Robert Macfarlane.Author, filmmaker and conservationist Roger Deakin first came to fame with his bestselling book Waterlog, which brought wild swimming into the mainstream and pioneered the 'new nature writing' genre. Published posthumously, his second travelogue, Wildwood, and collected
... Read more
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Erfolgreich als Tauchlehrer

by Frank Hilsamer ...

Narrated by Frank Hilsamer, Frank Hilsamer ...

Unabridged

45 min

Das Hörbuch "Erfolgreich als Tauchlehrer" hilft Dir Tauchjobs zu finden und als Tauchlehrer Geld zu verdienen. 75% der Tauchlehrer die sich um einen Job bewerben, bekommen nicht einmal eine Antwort-E-Mail von den Tauchbasen, obwohl die Tauchindustrie täglich nach immer mehr professionellen Tauchlehrern sucht, die gerne in fantastischen Destinationen arbeiten möchten. In Destinationen wie z.B.: in ... Read more

$4.99 CAD or Free with Kobo Plus

Das Hörbuch "Erfolgreich als Tauchlehrer" hilft Dir Tauchjobs zu finden und als Tauchlehrer Geld zu verdienen. 75% der Tauchlehrer die sich um einen Job bewerben, bekommen nicht einmal eine Antwort-E-Mail von den Tauchbasen, obwohl die Tauchindustrie täglich nach immer mehr professionellen Tauchlehrern sucht, die gerne in fantastischen Destinationen arbeiten möchten. In Destinationen wie z.B.: in
... Read more
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Outside the Lanes

A Pro Swimmer's Story of Resilience, Reinvention, and Redefining Success

by Becca Mann ...

Narrated by Chelsea Kwoka ...

Unabridged

9 hours 1 min

I wasn't afraid of the ocean. I wasn't afraid of the unseen depths beneath the water, or what lurked below.I was afraid of being trapped in my own mind.Record-breaking swimmer Becca Mann was a young swimming prodigy. A two-time USA National champion, she was the youngest person ever to place in the Top 10 in four events at a single Olympic Trials and represented Team USA at four World ... Read more

$28.84 CAD or Free with Kobo Plus

I wasn't afraid of the ocean. I wasn't afraid of the unseen depths beneath the water, or what lurked below.I was afraid of being trapped in my own mind.Record-breaking swimmer Becca Mann was a young swimming prodigy. A two-time USA National champion, she was the youngest person ever to place in the Top 10 in four events at a single Olympic Trials and represented Team USA at four World
... Read more
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Swimming: From a Vital Survival Skill to Olympic Glory

by Steven Caldwell ...

Narrated by Steven Caldwell ...

Unabridged

1 hour 48 min

Trace the inspiring sports history of human survival, where a desperate aquatic struggle became elite Olympic triumph. Whether you are powering through a daily commute or seeking workout motivation, this energetic narrative plunges you into our profound relationship with water. From escaping ancient predators to mastering the ocean's currents, the evolution of aquatic movement highlights humanity ... Read more

$13.99 CAD or Free with Kobo Plus

Trace the inspiring sports history of human survival, where a desperate aquatic struggle became elite Olympic triumph. Whether you are powering through a daily commute or seeking workout motivation, this energetic narrative plunges you into our profound relationship with water. From escaping ancient predators to mastering the ocean's currents, the evolution of aquatic movement highlights humanity
... Read more
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Freediving 101

How to Freedive and Explore the Underwater World on One Breath

by HowExpert, Julie Shoults ...

Narrated by Dan Viens ...

Unabridged

2 hours 12 min

Have you ever wanted to connect with the ocean? Are you curious about holding your breath? Are you seeking a way to calm your mind? Freediving may be for you! This is when people explore the underwater world while holding their breath. Imagine you’re swimming over a colorful coral reef, with no SCUBA gear, just complete freedom. The fish are calm, the water is clear, and your lungs are full. ... Read more

$27.99 CAD or Free with Kobo Plus

Have you ever wanted to connect with the ocean? Are you curious about holding your breath? Are you seeking a way to calm your mind? Freediving may be for you! This is when people explore the underwater world while holding their breath. Imagine you’re swimming over a colorful coral reef, with no SCUBA gear, just complete freedom. The fish are calm, the water is clear, and your lungs are full.
... Read more
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These Heavy Black Bones

by Rebecca Ajulu-Bushell Achieng ...

Narrated by Rebecca Ajulu-Bushell Achieng ...

Unabridged

7 hours 12 min

WINNER OF THE CHARLES TYRWHITT SPORTS BOOK AWARDSSHORTLISTED FOR THE WILLIAM HILL SPORTS BOOK OF THE YEARSHORTLISTED FOR THE HATCHARDS AND BIOGRAPHERS' CLUB FIRST BIOGRAPHY PRIZE'Poetic, candid and utterly compelling' - FREYA BROMLEY'Absolutely remarkable' - LYNN BARBER'Reads with the tension of a thriller, illuminating the world of elite sport' - CATHY RENTZENBRINK'An embodied water odyssey'- LID ... Read more

$43.99 CAD

WINNER OF THE CHARLES TYRWHITT SPORTS BOOK AWARDSSHORTLISTED FOR THE WILLIAM HILL SPORTS BOOK OF THE YEARSHORTLISTED FOR THE HATCHARDS AND BIOGRAPHERS' CLUB FIRST BIOGRAPHY PRIZE'Poetic, candid and utterly compelling' - FREYA BROMLEY'Absolutely remarkable' - LYNN BARBER'Reads with the tension of a thriller, illuminating the world of elite sport' - CATHY RENTZENBRINK'An embodied water odyssey'- LID
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The Wildwater Women

by Ellie Wood ...

Narrated by Sarah Durham ...

Unabridged

9 hours 19 min

Sometimes the best things in life happen when you dare to get out of your depth.Abby lives and works in the heart of the Lake District. She splits her time between bringing up her daughter, working in the Plum Pie Bakery – and dreaming of the time before her husband, Ben, left.Lori is on holiday from the States, hoping to find her way to the lake that she’s looked at for years in a picture on her ... Read more

$34.99 CAD

Sometimes the best things in life happen when you dare to get out of your depth.Abby lives and works in the heart of the Lake District. She splits her time between bringing up her daughter, working in the Plum Pie Bakery – and dreaming of the time before her husband, Ben, left.Lori is on holiday from the States, hoping to find her way to the lake that she’s looked at for years in a picture on her
... Read more
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Brief History of Swimming, A: Humanity's Relationship With the Water

by Jonathan Mercer ...

Narrated by Jonathan Mercer ...

Unabridged

1 hour 51 min

Trace the sweeping historical evolution of human survival into a global competitive sport through our bond with water. Perfect for an energizing walk or a morning commute, this immersive narrative reveals how navigating the depths became a profound reflection of human freedom, fear, and cultural progress.Moving from prehistoric riverbanks to the high-stakes arenas of modern athletic competition, ... Read more

$13.99 CAD or Free with Kobo Plus

Trace the sweeping historical evolution of human survival into a global competitive sport through our bond with water. Perfect for an energizing walk or a morning commute, this immersive narrative reveals how navigating the depths became a profound reflection of human freedom, fear, and cultural progress.Moving from prehistoric riverbanks to the high-stakes arenas of modern athletic competition,
... Read more
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Lifeguard

A Love Story

by Janet Fash, Clio Chang ...

Narrated by Janet Fash ...

Unabridged

5 hours 31 min

An unforgettable memoir from New York City’s first female lifeguard chief, this coming-of-age story plunges into the rough-and-tumble, sun-soaked world of Rockaway Beach in the 1970s and 1980s.The first time I ever saw a lifeguard get horned was in the summer of 1974.So begins the singular story of Janet Fash, the first female lifeguard chief at Rockaway Beach. Janet never expected to be a ... Read more

$26.99 CAD

An unforgettable memoir from New York City’s first female lifeguard chief, this coming-of-age story plunges into the rough-and-tumble, sun-soaked world of Rockaway Beach in the 1970s and 1980s.The first time I ever saw a lifeguard get horned was in the summer of 1974.So begins the singular story of Janet Fash, the first female lifeguard chief at Rockaway Beach. Janet never expected to be a
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Winter Swimming

The Nordic Way Towards a Healthier and Happier Life

by Susanna Søberg ...

Narrated by Lucy Paterson ...

Unabridged

5 hours 26 min

"It's all the encouragement you need to dip a toe in icy waters" Woman & HomeA beautifully illustrated exploration of cold-water traditions in Scandinavia and around the world, and a factual, scientific account of why winter swimming gives such a boost to body and soulA beautiful exploration of cold-water traditions in Scandinavia and around the world, and a thorough account of why it provides ... Read more

$38.99 CAD

"It's all the encouragement you need to dip a toe in icy waters" Woman & HomeA beautifully illustrated exploration of cold-water traditions in Scandinavia and around the world, and a factual, scientific account of why winter swimming gives such a boost to body and soulA beautiful exploration of cold-water traditions in Scandinavia and around the world, and a thorough account of why it provides
... Read more
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Relentless Spirit

The Unconventional Raising of a Champion

by Missy Franklin, D.A. Franklin, Dick Franklin, Daniel Paisner ...

Narrated by Emily Rankin ...

Unabridged

9 hours 3 min

What does it take to become a champion? Gold medalist Missy Franklin, along with her parents, D.A. and Dick, tell the inspirational and heartwarming story of how Missy became both a legendary athlete and a happy and confident woman, something they accomplished by doing things their own way and making the right choices for their family.The word relentless has many meanings for swimmer Missy ... Read more

$27.99 CAD

What does it take to become a champion? Gold medalist Missy Franklin, along with her parents, D.A. and Dick, tell the inspirational and heartwarming story of how Missy became both a legendary athlete and a happy and confident woman, something they accomplished by doing things their own way and making the right choices for their family.The word relentless has many meanings for swimmer Missy
... Read more
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Just Add Water

My Swimming Life

by Katie Ledecky ...

Narrated by Katie Ledecky ...

Unabridged

7 hours 57 min

A New York Times bestselling memoir from Olympic gold medalist, world champion, and the most decorated US female Olympian in history: Katie Ledecky.Katie Ledecky has won more individual Olympic races than any female swimmer in history. She is a four-time Olympian, a nine-time gold medalist, a twenty-one-time world champion, eight-time NCAA Champion, and a world record-holder in individual swimming ... Read more

$26.99 CAD

A New York Times bestselling memoir from Olympic gold medalist, world champion, and the most decorated US female Olympian in history: Katie Ledecky.Katie Ledecky has won more individual Olympic races than any female swimmer in history. She is a four-time Olympian, a nine-time gold medalist, a twenty-one-time world champion, eight-time NCAA Champion, and a world record-holder in individual swimming
... Read more
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O Meu Treinador

by Joana Bértholo ...

Narrated by Isabel Bernardo ...

Unabridged

2 hours 35 min

Madrugar, treinar, suportar as dores musculares, testar e superar limites, treinar mais e mais, para, talvez um dia, subir ao pódio. Quando os melhores desportistas portugueses competem a nível internacional, carregam nos ombros as expectativas de todos e, no entanto, poucos conhecem as exigências do seu quotidiano e o avesso das suas glórias. A partir das memórias de uma ex-atleta de natação e ... Read more

$3.99 CAD or Free with Kobo Plus

Madrugar, treinar, suportar as dores musculares, testar e superar limites, treinar mais e mais, para, talvez um dia, subir ao pódio. Quando os melhores desportistas portugueses competem a nível internacional, carregam nos ombros as expectativas de todos e, no entanto, poucos conhecem as exigências do seu quotidiano e o avesso das suas glórias. A partir das memórias de uma ex-atleta de natação e
... Read more
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Brief History of Diving, A

by KJ Smith ...

Narrated by Digital Voice Madison G ...

Unabridged

1 hour 26 min

This audiobook is narrated by a digital voice.From graceful leaps to heart-stopping spins, diving has captivated audiences for over a century as one of the most thrilling Olympic sports. The Story of Diving takes readers on an exhilarating journey through the history, artistry, and evolution of this remarkable discipline.Uncover the origins of diving as a recreational pastime, its transformation ... Read more

$10.98 CAD or Free with Kobo Plus

This audiobook is narrated by a digital voice.From graceful leaps to heart-stopping spins, diving has captivated audiences for over a century as one of the most thrilling Olympic sports. The Story of Diving takes readers on an exhilarating journey through the history, artistry, and evolution of this remarkable discipline.Uncover the origins of diving as a recreational pastime, its transformation
... Read more
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Aquanaut

A Life Beneath The Surface – The Inside Story of the Thai Cave Rescue

by Rick Stanton ...

Narrated by Rick Stanton, Don Gilet ...

Unabridged

12 hours 21 min

Brought to you by Penguin.THE ENTHRALLING INSIDE STORY OF THE THAI CAVE RESCUE'They were utterly alone inside the mountain, isolated from the rest of the world. They might as well have been on another planet . . .'In July 2018, twelve boys and their football coach disappeared into Tham Luang Cave in Thailand.Trapped miles beneath the surface, not even the Thai Navy SEALs had the skills to bring ... Read more

$23.99 CAD

Brought to you by Penguin.THE ENTHRALLING INSIDE STORY OF THE THAI CAVE RESCUE'They were utterly alone inside the mountain, isolated from the rest of the world. They might as well have been on another planet . . .'In July 2018, twelve boys and their football coach disappeared into Tham Luang Cave in Thailand.Trapped miles beneath the surface, not even the Thai Navy SEALs had the skills to bring
... Read more
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Leap In

A Woman, Some Waves, and the Will to Swim

by Alexandra Heminsley ...

Narrated by Alexandra Heminsley ...

Unabridged

6 hours 33 min

"It's a meditative act," they said. But it was far from meditative for Alexandra Heminsley when yet another wave slammed into her face. It was survival.When she laced up her shoes in Running Like a Girl, all she had to do to become a runner was to get out there and run. But swimming was something else entirely. The water was all-consuming, confusing her every move, sabotaging every breath. ... Read more

$42.99 CAD

"It's a meditative act," they said. But it was far from meditative for Alexandra Heminsley when yet another wave slammed into her face. It was survival.When she laced up her shoes in Running Like a Girl, all she had to do to become a runner was to get out there and run. But swimming was something else entirely. The water was all-consuming, confusing her every move, sabotaging every breath.
... Read more
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Butterfly

From Refugee to Olympian - My Story of Rescue, Hope, and Triumph

by Yusra Mardini ...

Narrated by Lameece Issaq ...

Unabridged

10 hours 1 min

Butterfly is an inspiring audiobook about how one woman saved fellow refugees from drowning—and how she went on to become an Olympic swimmer.When young Syrian refugee Yusra Mardini realized her boat's engine shut down as she was traveling from Syria to Greece with other refugees, there was no hesitation: she dove into the water. Surfacing, she heard desperate prayers and sobbing from the ... Read more

$35.99 CAD

Butterfly is an inspiring audiobook about how one woman saved fellow refugees from drowning—and how she went on to become an Olympic swimmer.When young Syrian refugee Yusra Mardini realized her boat's engine shut down as she was traveling from Syria to Greece with other refugees, there was no hesitation: she dove into the water. Surfacing, she heard desperate prayers and sobbing from the
... Read more
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Swimming Against the Current

Fighting for Common Sense in a World That's Lost its Mind

by Riley Gaines ...

Narrated by Riley Gaines ...

Unabridged

6 hours 56 min

America’s most sought-after voice in the fight to save female sports shares her unbelievable story and inspires readers to embrace common sense and truth in discussions about women's rights.Riley Gaines has been called many things: Collegiate athlete. All-American. Champion. But in 2022, everything changed. The narrative shifted. Now, critics smeared her as: Transphobic. Narrow-minded. Evil.What ... Read more

$32.99 CAD

America’s most sought-after voice in the fight to save female sports shares her unbelievable story and inspires readers to embrace common sense and truth in discussions about women's rights.Riley Gaines has been called many things: Collegiate athlete. All-American. Champion. But in 2022, everything changed. The narrative shifted. Now, critics smeared her as: Transphobic. Narrow-minded. Evil.What
... Read more

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