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Through JK Rowling’s series of Harry Potter books and the eight films, we have been introduced to a fantastic and magical world that many of us would like to visit. But what is the story behind what we see and read, and what are some little-known facts about the books, the films, the actors and the characters? This audiobook contains 101 amazing facts which you most likely didn’t know!

101 Amazing Facts

101 Amazing Harry Potter Facts

Following on from Jack Goldstein and Frankie Taylor’s popular '101 Amazing Harry Potter Facts', this wonderful audiobook contains over one hundred amazing facts covering topics such as muggles in the series, the Ministry of Magic, the Weasleys, quidditch, the triwizard tournament and much more! Through JK Rowling’s books and films, we have been introduced to a fantastic and magical world that many of us would like to visit, despite the chance of running into a Death Eater or even Voldemort himself. If you love the world of Harry Potter, you’ll also love listening to this book!

101 More Amazing Harry Potter Facts

Do you know which classical legend was a key inspiration for Suzanne Collins when she wrote The Hunger Games? Or why Katniss is so named? What amusing incidents happened to the cast and crew during filming? And what are the key differences between the books and the films? This fantastic audiobook features over one hundred fascinating facts, split into sections such as costumes, actors, books, films, unbelievable facts and more.

101 Amazing Facts about The Hunger Games

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. Including excerpts from historical Slenderman documents (such as the 15th century poem that ends with the words 'He watches you yet has no sight, He taketh you away at night') this fantastic audiobook is the sure-fire way to learn all about Slenderman. The question - of course - is dare you listen?

101 Amazing Slenderman Facts

Are you a fan of leading British actor Benedict Cumberbatch? Whether he’s playing Sherlock, a Star Trek villain or one of his many other roles, the ever down-to-earth Cumberbatch has endeared himself to fans across the world with his quirky style and amazing acting abilities. This fantastic audiobook contains everything you need to know about Ben, from his upbringing to awards he has won, music that he likes and so much more. Whether you’re a new fan or you’ve been following him since his first forays into the entertainment world, this is the perfect book for you!

101 Amazing Facts about Benedict Cumberbatch

Do you love the Eurovision song contest? Do you hold a Eurovision party every year? Or do you just want to discover more about the world's premier music competition? If so, you'll love this fantastic eBook featuring more than 100 facts. From the countries who have won the competition the most to the famed entries who received ‘nul points’; from information about the rules to amazing things about the competition you never would have guessed, this fun fact-filled folio has everything you need to know!

101 Amazing Facts About The Eurovision Song Contest

Are you the world’s biggest Ed Sheeran fan? Or do you want to know everything there is to know about one of the most talented singer-songwriters of a generation? In this excellent audiobook, Kent Harris tells us everything about Ed, from how he got started in the music industry to his tattoos, collaborations with other artists and much more. Whether you’re a brand new fan or someone who’s been following Ed Sheeran for years, you’re sure to enjoy these 101 amazing facts.

101 Amazing Facts about Ed Sheeran

Bob Marley is the world’s best known reggae artist.  His songs have brought pleasure to millions across the world and his legacy lives on to this very day. In this fascinating audiobook, Kent Harris tells you all about the great man, from his family to his work with the Wailers, his beliefs and much more. So whether you’re a long-term fan or are new to the King of Reggae’s incredible music, this is the perfect book for you.

101 Amazing Facts about Bob Marley

Did you know that you’re almost two thousand times more likely to die from an asteroid hitting the earth than you are from a terrorist attack? Would you be shocked to learn that almost half of pilots surveyed admitted to falling asleep during a flight? Do you think world population growth is increasing or declining? And does a regular social drinker earn more or less than their alcohol-free counterpart? In this fascinating book, John Harnish talks you through over one hundred statistics that will surprise, shock and amaze, covering subjects as diverse as life, death, crime, education, the environment and much more.

101 Amazing Statistics

Did you know that Gorillas can catch human colds? Or that cows from different regions moo in different accents? What’s the fastest animal in the water? And what disgusting thing does the hoopoe bird do to scare away predators? This fantastic audiobook answers all these questions and more, covering everything from cats and dogs to creepy crawlies and gross facts. Narrated by Jason Zenobia it would make an excellent addition to anyone’s collection.

101 Amazing Facts about Animals

Do you know how many cannons a Tudor ship could carry? How many people go missing from cruise ships every year? What is a hawsehole? And why are submarines painted black? In this fantastic audiobook, John Harnish talks us through over one hundred amazing facts about ships and boats, covering categories such as famous ships, seafaring terminology, naval ship classes and much more. So if you want to know which ship is the world’s fastest, or who made the deepest solo dive in a submarine, this is the perfect book for you!

101 Amazing Facts about Ships

Do you know the origin of the word ‘Nazi’? Who were the key figures involved in the Second World War, and what terrible weapons did they unleash? How did the war begin, and when did it actually end? In this fascinating audiobook, narrator Lawrence Keefe talks us through over one hundred amazing facts about the Second World War. With sections including key figures, statistics, weapons and more, this is an excellent addition to anyone’s audiobook collection.

101 Amazing Facts about the Second World War

Do you know Eminem’s real full name? What did he want to do before his career in the music industry took off? What awards has he won? And how does he come up with his rhymes? In this fascinating eBook, narrator Kent Harris talks us through 101 amazing facts about the world’s most famous rapper. Covering subjects such as his background, music, relationships and much more, this is an ideal book for everyone from the casual listener right through to Eminem’s biggest fan!

101 Amazing Facts about Eminem

What exactly is an avalanche? Why do tropical cyclones spin in different directions? What is the deadliest heat wave ever to have been recorded? And what are the three different types of lightning? In this fascinating audiobook, narrator Andrew Baldwin answers all these questions and more as he talks us through over one hundred amazing facts about the world’s most deadly natural disasters.  From floods and cyclones to landslides, avalanches, volcanoes and more, we learn about a wide range of subjects, all of which demonstrate the immense power of nature. An interesting addition to any audiobook collection!

101 Amazing Facts about Natural Disasters

Do you know which species of dinosaur was named after Hogwarts? Which were the largest and the smallest dinosaurs? How can you tell the difference between a brontosaurus and an Apatosaurus? Narrator Jason Zenobia answers all these questions and more as he talks us through over 100 amazing facts about Dinosaurs. All manner of subjects are covered, such as unusual dinosaurs, physiology, behaviours and more. Whether you’re a dinosaur expert or you are new to such a fascinating subject, this is sure to be a great addition to your audiobook collection.

101 Amazing Facts about Dinosaurs

Are you the world’s biggest cat lover? Or are you thinking about getting a pet cat and want to know more about what to expect? In this excellent audiobook, narrator Jason Zenobia talks us through over one hundred facts about our favourite feline friends. Visiting subjects such as their behaviour, biology, why they are so great and much more, this is the perfect addition to anyone’s audiobook collection.

101 Amazing Facts about Cats

Do you know the difference between a meteor and an asteroid? How old do we think the universe is? What are the fastest spinning objects of which we know? In this fascinating audiobook, narrator Charles King answers all these questions and more as he talks us through over one hundred amazing facts about space. Whether you have an interest in astronomy or just simply want to know more about our incredible universe, 101 Amazing Facts about Space is an excellent addition to your audiobook collection.

101 Amazing Facts about Space

Do you know what the ancient Romans used instead of soap? Which emperor made his horse into a senator? Who was the god of music, light and truth? And how would a gladiator request an honourable death in battle? John Harnish answers all these questions and more as he takes us on a fascinating trip through the ancient Roman world. Whether you’re studying this amazing period in history, or are simply interested in how our ancestors lived, this is the perfect audiobook for you.

101 Amazing Facts about Ancient Rome

Did you know that an albatross can fly fifteen million miles in a single lifetime? Or that flamingos can only eat when their heads are upside down? Narrator Jason Zenobia takes us through on a fascinating trip through the life of the bird as we learn fascinating facts about subjects as diverse as mythical birds, parrots, seabirds and much more. So if you want to know the collective noun for thrushes, or how deep a penguin can dive, then this is the perfect audiobook for you.

101 Amazing Facts about Birds

Did you know that in medieval times dogs were known to have accompanied their masters into battle wearing suits of armour? Or that the Rhodesian Ridgeback was first bred to fight lions? In this fascinating audiobook, narrator Lawrence Keefe talks us through over one hundred facts about dogs, covering categories such as evolution, health, behaviour and more. So whether you want to know who the heaviest dog that ever lived was, or why the wagometer was invented, this is the perfect audiobook for you!

101 Amazing Facts about Dogs

Do you know the age of the youngest soldier to receive the Victoria Cross during the First World War? What role did tanks play in the conflict? And how much were Germany ordered to pay in reparations after the war? In this fascinating audiobook, narrator Lawrence Keefe answers all these questions and more, talking us through over one hundred facts about The Great War. In addition to learning about one of history’s worst ever conflicts, listen to Lawrence’s moving narration of two famous poems of the time: In Flanders Fields by Lieutenant Colonel John McCrae and Dulce et Decorum Est by Wilfred Owen.

101 Amazing Facts about the First World War

In this fascinating audiobook, narrator Charles King talks us through more than one hundred amazing facts about the human body, including information about your brain, bones, vision and much more. The narrator’s enthusiastic and energetic style will suit both children and adults, making the book ideal for learning at any age. So whether you’re studying human biology or are just interested to find out what makes us tick, this is the perfect listen for you.

101 Amazing Facts about the Human Body

Are you a fan of the modern generation of royals? How much do you know about the lives of Prince William, his wife Catherine, Duchess of Cambridge and the rest of the Royal Family? In this fascinating audiobook, narrator Jason Zenobia talks us through over one hundred facts about royals both past and present, covering areas such as traditions of the monarchy, kings and queens from history, the royal family today and much more. So no matter how much or how little you currently know, this is the perfect book for you.

101 Amazing Facts about the Royal Family

Do you know the main difference between the diet of a Tudor nobleman and that of a peasant? What was it that changed Henry VIII from an active and pleasant young man into a vastly overweight tyrant? What did a gong farmer do? And what was the purpose of a whipping boy? In this excellent audiobook, narrator Jason Zenobia answers all these questions and more as he talks us through over one hundred amazing facts about the Tudors. If you’re interested in one of the most fascinating periods in English history, this is perfect for you!

101 Amazing Facts about the Tudors

Did you know that Shakespeare introduced thousands of words into the English language? Do you know what unusual item he left to his wife in his will? Have you heard of the conspiracy theory that suggests Shakespeare didn’t write the plays we attribute to him today? In this fascinating audiobook, narrator Kent Harris talks us through all of this and more as we discover over one hundred amazing facts about the Great Bard. Whether you’ve seen all his plays or you’re just learning about England’s greatest playwright, this is the perfect audiobook for you.

101 Amazing Facts about William Shakespeare

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 one hundred 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!

101 Amazing Facts about Castles

Did you know that an old tradition in Scandinavia tells of a Yule Goat who wanders around villages ensuring people have properly prepared for Christmas and demanding presents from everyone? Or that in 1659 it was illegal to celebrate Christmas in Massachusetts? What on earth is a Turducken? And how many Christmas tree farms are there in America? In this fascinating audiobook, narrator Kent Harris answers all of these questions and more as he talks us through over one hundred amazing yuletide facts. This audiobook includes two versions of each chapter: one with background Christmas music to put you in a fantastically festive mood, the other with nothing to distract from the amazing facts. Tracks 3 to 12 are chapters one to ten with music; tracks 13 to 22 are the same but without. All background music is included under license from Kevin MacLeod (incompetech.com). Licensed under Creative Commons: By Attribution 3.0 License http://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/3.0/

101 Amazing Facts about Christmas

How long do you think the courtship dance between two seahorses can take? Which fish is thought to be responsible for the tales of giant sea serpents? How long is a large shark’s gestation period? And when is a beaver a fish? In this fascinating edition of the 101 Amazing Facts series, narrator Jason Zenobia talks us through over one hundred amazing facts about fish… so, if you’re ready to find out which fish the Romans used as a recreational drug, and in which American states it is illegal to get a fish drunk, this is the perfect audiobook for you!

101 Amazing Facts about Fish

Which do you think is greater: the combined weight of all the insects in the world, or all the humans? How many flowers does it take to provide the pollen for a pound of honey? What is the most venomous insect in the world? And how many dust mites are there inside your mattress right now? In this fascinating audiobook, narrator Jason Zenobia answers all of these questions and more as he talks us through over one hundred amazing facts about insects and arthropods, looking in detail into their incredible world.

101 Amazing Facts about Insects

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 Junior’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 regardless. With over 100 amazing facts covering everything Sherlockian - from Sir Arthur Conan Doyle to Gregory House - this is the perfect addition to any fan’s bookshelf.

101 Amazing Facts about Sherlock Holmes

How many works in total do you think Mozart composed? What award was bestowed on him by the Pope? How many languages could he speak? And what rather unsavoury subject was he seemingly obsessed with? In this fascinating audiobook, narrator Charles King answers all these questions and more as he visits the intriguing world of one of the world’s greatest ever composers, Wolfgang Amadeus Mozart. Perfect for everyone from those new to the world of classical music right through to serious long term fans, this is an ideal addition to any bookshelf.

101 Amazing Facts about Mozart

Which book holds the record for being the one most often stolen from shops? Why was President Andrew Jackson’s parrot ejected from his funeral? Why did a Brazilian Emperor not do anything to stop a military coup against his rule? And where are fifty per cent of all the world’s roundabouts found? In this fascinating audiobook, Kent Harris talks us through more than one hundred of his favourite facts, covering everything from animals to war, the corporate world, Hollywood and much more. WARNING: You should only listen to this book if you’re 100% prepared to have your mind BLOWN!

101 Amazing Facts about Everything

Do you know the difference between a spider-web and a cobweb? What are the two sections of a spider’s body called? Which spider holds the record for the largest legspan? And which species wears the drained corpses of its victims on its back? In this fascinating audiobook, narrator Jason Zenobia answers all these questions and more as he talks us through over one hundred facts about our eight-legged friends. So whether you want to know the various uses to which spiders put their silk, or the origin of the tarantella dance, this is the perfect audiobook for you!

101 Amazing Facts about Spiders

What is special about the double bass compared to all other string instruments? What is the difference between a xylophone and a glockenspiel? How long is the tubing that makes up a trumpet? And what is the name of the world’s oldest surviving violin? In this fascinating audiobook, narrator Kent Harris answers all these questions and more as he takes us on an amazing tour of the symphony orchestra. We discover over one hundred amazing facts about strings, brass, woodwind, percussion and keyboard instruments as well as interesting information about the orchestra’s history and structure. This audiobook is perfect for anyone, whatever their musical ability!

101 Amazing Facts about The Orchestra

Do you know how much the most expensive bottle of wine ever auctioned sold for? Or how the production processes of red and white wine differ? What should you be doing when a waiter hands you a cork? And what is the difference between an aroma and a bouquet? Charles King reveals the answer to all these questions and more as he talks us through over one hundred amazing facts about wine. Whether you’re already a wine buff and want some interesting and little-known facts to share with your friends, or you’re completely new to the world of fine wines and are looking for an introduction to the subject then this is the perfect audiobook for you.

101 Amazing Facts about Wine

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 one hundred amazing facts about the trees in our environment. So whether you’re a dedicated arborologist or are just interested in this often overlooked yet wonderful area of nature, then this is the perfect audiobook for you.

101 Amazing Facts about Trees

Did you know that the fastest speed of a horse ever recorded was at more than fifty miles per hour? Or that horses use their tales to tell each other what they’re feeling? In this fascinating audiobook, narrator Jason Zenobia talks us through over one hundred amazing facts about horses. Subjects covered include record breakers, famous horses, breeds and much more, so whether you want to know the difference between a horse and a pony, or who the most successful racehorse of all time was, then this is the perfect book for you!

101 Amazing Facts about Horses

Do you know how many miles beneath the surface of the waves the wreck of the titanic lies? What do scientists and historians now believe led to the iceberg only being seen at the last minute? The flares that were sent up by the crew were supposed to signal ‘distress’ - but what did they actually say? Narrator Kent Harris talks us through over one hundred amazing Titanic facts in this fascinating audiobook about the famous ship and her tragic maiden voyage.

101 Amazing Facts about the Titanic

How often does a snake shed its skin? What is the world’s most venomous species? What incredible ability are rattlesnakes currently evolving? And why are scientists studying the venom of the black mamba? In this fascinating audiobook, narrator Jason Zenobia answers all these questions and more as he talks us through over one hundred amazing facts about snakes. So if you want to know why you should still handle a dead rattlesnake with care, or which place on earth contains the highest number of deadly snakes per square metre, then this is the perfect audiobook for you!

101 Amazing Facts about Snakes

How good is a shark’s sense of hearing? What is the word that means ‘fear of sharks’? How can you tell when a shark is about to attack? And how dangerous are sharks compared to coconuts? In this fascinating audiobook, narrator Jason Zenobia answers all these questions and more as he talks us through over one hundred facts about sharks. Covering subjects such as shark attacks, conservation, myths, record breakers and much more, this is the perfect audiobook for everyone, shark fan or not!

101 Amazing Facts about Sharks

Did you know that the Latin name for the tree from which we get the seed that we turn into chocolate translates as ‘Food of the Gods’? Or that eating chocolate can in fact help prevent tooth decay? In this fascinating audiobook, narrator Lawrence Keefe talks us through over one hundred amazing facts like these as he tackles the rather tasty subject of chocolate. From information about chocolate throughout history and around the world to how the production process developed and much more, this is an audiobook that will interest everyone, chocaholic or not!

101 Amazing Facts about Chocolate

Do you know which way round a country’s flag is placed on an airplane’s tail? What do you think Qantas stands for? What are the twenty most iconic planes of all time? And what happened to the man who successfully glided from a tower in China in the year 559 AD? In this fascinating audiobook, narrator John Harnish talks us through over one hundred amazing facts about planes from all eras. So whether you want to know who owns the most expensive private jet in the world, or what is particularly unusual about the photographs of the Wright brothers’ first flight, then this is the perfect audiobook for you!

101 Amazing Facts about Planes

Which Star Wars actor hated the film so much that he said the dialogue was ‘a load of old rubbish’? How many days did it take for The Hunger Games to become Lionsgate’s biggest ever grossing film? What cost more to make - the 1997 film Titanic or the ship itself? And what colour are Dorothy’s slippers in the book? In this fascinating audiobook, narrator Jason Zenobia talks us through over one hundred amazing facts about the movies, including sections covering filming problems, money issues, cameo appearances, props and more. So if you want to find out all the secrets from behind the scenes of well-known - and some not-so-well-known movies, this is the perfect audiobook for you!

101 Amazing Facts about the Movies - Volume 1

For how many of his James Bond film appearances did Sean Connery wear a wig? What are the Wookie costumes in Star Wars made from? How did Rocky earn enough money to open up a pet shop in the original script for the first film in the series? And how many times are the words ‘Elm Street’ spoken in the first Nightmare on Elm Street film? In this fascinating audiobook, narrator Jason Zenobia talks us through over one hundred amazing facts about the movies, including sections covering original endings, props, costumes, James Bond and much more. So if you want to find out all the secrets from behind the scenes of well-known - and some not-so-well-known movies, this is the perfect audiobook for you!

101 Amazing Facts about the Movies - Volume 2

Which object will you find somewhere in every single scene of Fight club? Which movie was filmed under the alias Blue Harvest: Horror Beyond Imagination? Why did the directors of The Shawshank Redemption have to find a maggot that had died of natural causes? And which main Disney character has the least number of spoken lines in their film? In this fascinating audiobook, narrator Jason Zenobia talks us through over one hundred amazing facts about the movies, including sections covering everything from the academy awards to stunts, Harry Potter and more! So whether you’re a long-time movie buff or simply love a bit of trivia, then this is the audiobook for you!

101 Amazing Facts about the Movies - Volume 3

On the 19th May 2018, Prince Harry and Meghan Markle tied the knot in a beautiful royal wedding ceremony. But just how much do you know about the Prince and his former actress wife? In this fascinating audiobook, narrator Kent Harris talks us through over one hundred amazing facts about the royal couple, covering everything from how the two of them met through to the many ways in which Meghan has broken the mould of a traditional princess. Whether you’re interested in the royal rule book and official protocols, or you simply want to know more about the controversies that have surrounded both of these two prominent figures, this is the perfect audiobook for you!

101 Amazing Facts about Prince Harry and Meghan Markle

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 one hundred 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.

101 Amazing Facts about Lizards

How much of the earth’s surface do you think is volcanic in its origin? Have you any idea of the difference between a shield volcano and a stratovolcano? And do you know which ten eruptions were the largest in human history? Join Charles King as he talks us through all of these things and more and discover 101 amazing facts about Volcanos. Whether you’re studying the subject at school or are simply interested to find out more about one of nature’s most impressive and dangerous sights, then this is the perfect book for you.

101 Amazing Facts about Volcanos

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.

101 Amazing Facts about Cheese

We’ve all read - and loved - the adventures of Harry Potter and his friends in the Wizarding World. But what of the genius behind it all, J.K. Rowling? Was getting the first book published easy for her, or was it a long struggle? How did she come up with so many amazing ideas for the books? How did her own life influence the characters in the series, both good and bad? And what about her life away from magic and mystery? This fascinating audiobook contains more than one hundred amazing facts about the author, separated into sections for easy listening. So whether you simply enjoy a good biography, or you’re the world’s most dedicated Harry Potter fan, this is the perfect audiobook for you.

101 Amazing Facts

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