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Are you a fan of Sherlock Holmes? Do you want to know some incredible trivia about the world's greatest detective? Whether you prefer Benedict Cumberbatch in the BBC's Sherlock, Robert Downey Jr's portrayal in the film series, or even Basil Rathbone's performances almost 80 years ago, this fascinating audiobook narrated expertly by Lawrence Keefe is sure to interest you.

In this volume of Jimmy Russell's Games Console History series, narrator J.D. Kelly talks us through over 100 facts about Sega's Mega Drive - or the Genesis if you're from American shores. Covering areas such as the history, hardware, games both rare and popular and some fascinating information you probably never knew, this is the ideal audiobook for retro fans and newcomers alike!

This side-splitting collection of 101 of the funniest knock-knock jokes you have ever heard is dangerously funny! All of the jokes have been organised into categories so that budding comedians can make their friends laugh at any occasion. Knock Knock. Who's there? Kent Harris. Kent Harris who? No, that's actually the narrator's name! Never mind, on with the jokes....

In this audiobook, part of Jimmy Russell's Games Console History series, narrator JD Kelly talks us through over 100 amazing facts about Nintendo's seminal NES, the most significant console the company has ever made. Covering many areas such as the hardware, rare games, the legacy of the console today and much more, this is perfect for anyone interested in classic gaming. Whether you were there at the time or you're a n00b who thinks a Playstation is old school, you're sure to enjoy this fascinating trip through gaming history.

Jack Goldstein, Jimmy Russell and Kent Harris blast you with their humour cannon with 101 amazing jokes about animals. With subjects such as cats and dogs, horses, farm animals and even dinosaurs, once you've heard all of these you'll have a joke for every occasion. Just make sure you hold onto your head - you don't want to laugh so hard that it falls off!

Every one of us has - at one time or another - wondered about what it means to be human. Do we have a soul? What is the mind's eye? Where do dreams come from; where do they go? The greatest thinkers of our time have considered these questions and more; after much time mulling things over they have summed up the human condition in short - but incredibly deep - quotations.

Slenderman has been seen around the world for over 2,000 years. This audiobook - dedicated to the authors, who tragically and violently lost their lives shortly after writing it - aims to tell you everything you want to know about Slenderman. What does he look like? What are his powers? What is his purpose? All this and more is answered by Jack Goldstein and Jimmy Russell.

The parping pantpiper is on the rampage in Pete's classroom. This stinky little ickimal must be stopped and fast! Binko the alien and Pete are back in their second adventure, and this time it's a tale of killer wedgies, mouse sausages, and pants aplenty. The second in this super-fun series, at the heart of which is the friendship between a human boy and an alien child who share a passion for mischief and a talent for causing havoc.

Pete Perkins is a normal little boy who loves nothing more than making mischief and pulling practical jokes. But when he wakes up one night to find a tiny green alien called Binko crawling out of his belly button, Pete finds himself caught up in a prank that’s gone all wrong - with cosmic consequences! Binko lives on the planet Pok, where his parents are Head Keepers at the Galactic Zoo. Unfortunately, while trying to play a trick on them, Binko manages to let loose a whole enclosure of Ickimals. These yucky creatures cause mess and mayhem wherever they go, and Binko has tracked them to Earth!

Cowboys Over Iraq tells the amazing story of leadership, innovation, initiative, and a brotherhood that was forged in the crucible of combat during the invasion of Iraq.

Words No Bars Can Hold provides a rare glimpse into literacy learning under the most dehumanizing conditions. Deborah Appleman chronicles her work teaching college-level classes at a high-security prison for men, most of whom are serving life sentences. Through narrative, poetry, memoir, and fiction, the students in Appleman's classes attempt to write themselves back into a society that has erased their lived histories.

Comedian and author Jimmy Dore has been sentenced to live. His outrageous political humor promises to make you think while you laugh. From the president, to the media, to his dog - he covers it all.

Who knows how to make you laugh? The Nose Knows! Here's the one, the only...Jimmy Durante! And he brings you his distinctive blend of raucous slapstick and aggressive wordplay, overlaid with just a touch of lovable sentimentality. Here are 16 half-hour broadcasts of boisterous fun, featuring Arthur Treacher, Victor Moore, Candy Candido, and Peggy Lee. And you'll hear a whole barrel of famous guest stars, including Lucille Ball, President Harry Truman, Dorothy Lamour, Van Johnson, and more!

When his mom decided it was time for them to leave for good, Thomas knew they better get far away or he'd come and find them. It was Christmas Day, with Mom sweating in a tiny room over a tiny stove, and Dad watching college basketball and drinking with a vengeance. "Thomas, I want you to get your sister and go out to the car, okay?" Mom had promised them that they would be getting a special Christmas present today. Just the two kids. They couldn’t mention it to Dad. This is her present, Thomas thought....

When Southern belle Ellie McBride moves her twins from Vertigo, Tennessee to New York City, they wouldn't dream of leaving behind the family pig, Rumpy. But the posh hotel where Ellie has found work (and living space) has "No Pets" writ large on its portal.

Cristiano and Leo is the fascinating account of the lives and rivalry between two of the best footballers to ever play the game, Ronaldo and Messi. The rivalry between Ronaldo and Messi has defined football to a generation of fans - everyone has an opinion on who is the greatest. Do you prefer Ronaldo, whose work ethic and physique have been honed for one purpose - scoring goals? Or Messi, whose superhuman natural talent means he can do the seemingly impossible with a football?

For almost three decades, President Carter has taught the adult Bible study at his church in Plains, Georgia where several hundred visitors join him each Sunday to understand the wisdom of the Bible and apply it to their lives. The Sunday Mornings in Plains Collection presents recordings from these classes.

It’s a life too big and a story too extraordinary for just one book. Jimmy Barnes has lived many lives - from Glaswegian migrant kid to iconic front man, from solo superstar to proud father of his own musical clan. In this hugely anticipated sequel to his critically acclaimed best seller, Working Class Boy, Jimmy picks up the story of his life as he leaves Adelaide in the back of an old truck with a then unknown band called Cold Chisel. A spellbinding and searingly honest reflection on success, fame and addiction, this self-penned memoir reveals how Jimmy Barnes used the fuel of childhood trauma to ignite and propel Australia’s greatest rock ’n’ roll story.

Fifty years ago, a little boy was cast in a movie with some of Hollywood's brightest stars. The movie: It's a Wonderful Life; the boy: Jimmy Hawkins; today, he tells his story. Through personal recollection, careful research, and interviews with cast and crew, actor Jimmy Hawkins, who played four-year-old Tommy Bailey, takes you behind the scenes for a first-hand look at the American movie classic It's a Wonderful Life.

From the rock legend turned master storyteller, this collection of nonfiction short stories is vintage Jimmy. Stories of adventure, misadventure, love and loss from the #1 bestselling author of the critically acclaimed memoirs Working Class Boy and Working Class Man. Outrageous, witty, warm and wise, Killing Time shares more than 40 yarns from an epic life—a dazzling collection of tall tales, out-takes and B-sides from one of Australia's finest storytellers.