Cathi Colas Audiobooks and High Horse Press Presents
Cathi Colas here and I am back with a new addition! High Horse Press. Love classic books, but wish they felt a little more... alive? Then listen to Cathi Colas Audiobooks and High Horse Press Presents on Wednesdays! Our Narrators breathe fresh energy into timeless stories. From haunting mysteries to heartwarming tales, Audiobooks published through High Horse Press: A New Take on Old Classics is your cozy companion for rediscovering the books you’ve heard about but never got around to—or the ones you already adore. Easy listening, great storytelling, and zero reading required. Just press play.
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Welcome to Episode 13 of BLACK BEAUTY by Anna Sewell. Although Jerry has made it a point to not work on Sundays, he is compelled to help a neighbor needing to visit a sick relative. Black Beauty gets some much-needed pasture time. Dolly learns what a true gentleman really is. The drivers get a lesson from one of their own, about the hardships of running a cab.
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Welcome to Episode 12 of BLACK BEAUTY by Anna Sewell. Today we get to hear Captain’s story of the time he spent as a war horse in his youth. We also get to know the kind-hearted Jerry Barker, the lovely man who is now Beauty’s new master. Not only does Jerry treasure and protect his Sundays with his family, he also ensures his horses have a much-needed day of rest.
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Black Beauty’s new owner has fallen prey to yet another dishonest person trying to take advantage of him. Because of this, Beauty winds up at a Horse Fair where he is to be sold yet again. This winds up being a good turn for Beauty, as he finds work as a London Cab Horse.
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One of the grooms at Black Beauty’s new home is a bit of an alcoholic. When he isn’t drunk he’s a wonderful groom, but when he is, big problems abound. The last time he took Black Beauty out turned out to be the last time he did anything.
Black Beauty and Ginger are finally able to spend some time together again, if only for a little while.
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Welcome back. Today we have Episode 8 of BLACK BEAUTY by Anna Sewell.
The horses are all dispersed into their new homes. Black Beauty and Ginger are at a place where fashion trumps all. Ginger decides enough is enough and makes a break for it. Lady Anne, who normally rides Beauty, decides to ride a different, which proves to be a costly mistake.
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Today we have Episode 7 of BLACK BEAUTY by Anna Sewell.
Jon Manley is quite angry with Joe about the care he gave to Black Beauty when he came back from his journey with the doctor. Joe Green takes a man to task after seeing him behave so cruelly to his horse. Birtwick Park is sold and the horses are going to new homes.
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In today’s episode, disaster strikes when a fire breaks out in the stables.
After the fire, John Manley has a quiet but powerful talk with James about what it means to be brave. Then, a late-night emergency sends John and Black Beauty racing through the icy dark to fetch the doctor.
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Today we have Episode 5 of BLACK BEAUTY by Anna Sewell. Black Beauty and John are out on a ride doing some business for the Master. They come upon a very disturbing incident and John takes the matter in hand. James gets offered a great opportunity. And the crew meet an Old Hostler in London that really knows his way around a horse.
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...This is Cathi Colas Audiobooks with High Horse Press, where we bring new life to the old classics.
Today, we continue Black Beauty by Anna Sewell
These chapters remind us how deeply a horse depends on the hands that guide him. In the quiet shade of the orchard, Beauty hears about Sir Oliver’s history. John Manley rebukes a hardened man in the handling of his horse. When tempers flare and storms roll in, both man and h...
Today we meet Ginger. A fiery red mare with a temper to match. Ginger talks to Black Beauty about her history and tells him “If I had had your bringing up I might have had as good a temper as you, but now I don't believe I ever shall.” It’s a very sad story, so grab your tissues...
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In this week’s episode, Black Beauty finds himself in a wonderful new home at Birtwick park, owned by Squire Gordon. He meets a very kind and knowledgeable groom and some new horse buddies as he becomes accustomed to his new digs.
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Today, we begin Season 2 with one of the most beloved stories ever told — Black Beauty by Anna Sewell.
First published in 1877, this tale is told through the eyes of a horse —whose voice speaks to us of both the beauty and cruelty of the world around him.
It’s a story of kindness and courage, of hardship and hope, and of the deep bond between humans and the animals who trust them.
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Today marks the end of THE WIZARD OF OZ by L. Frank Baum. Dorothy and friends finally make it to Glinda’s. Glinda asks for the Gold Cap in exchange for granting their wishes. And everyone winds up getting exactly what they want.
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In the land of China (the dishware, not the country) the friends try hard not to trip. However, they still leave a few broken shards as they continue to make their way closer to Glinda. The Lion lives up to his legacy as the King of Beasts as we move nearer to the end of the journey.
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Welcome back to The Wonderful Wizard of Oz. In today’s episode, we’ll follow Dorothy through as she continues to try to make her way back home. The Wizard prepares his grand departure in a hot air balloon, but Dorothy’s hopes of going home are dashed when the balloon leaves without her. Then she and her friends set out toward the South to seek Glinda’s help. Their journey leads them into a dark forest, where they are...
Cathi Colas Audiobooks and High Horse Press Presents: Episode 8 of THE WIZARD OF OZ by L. Frank Baum
Welcome back to The Wonderful Wizard of Oz. In Episode 8, Dorothy learns the power of the Golden Cap and calls upon the Winged Monkeys to help her and her friends escape. Then, the great and powerful Oz is finally revealed for who he truly is.
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Cathi Colas Audiobooks and High Horse Press Presents: Episode 7 of THE WIZARD OF OZ by L. Frank Baum
Welcome back to Cathi Colas Audiobooks and High Horse Press for our reading of The Wonderful Wizard of Oz by L. Frank Baum.
Dorothy and her friends finally confront their most dangerous challenge yet—the Wicked Witch of the West. She’ll stop at nothing to destroy them, and Dorothy’s courage is put to the ultimate test.
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Cathi Colas Audiobooks and High Horse Press Presents: Episode 6 of THE WIZARD OF OZ by L. Frank Baum
Welcome back to The Wonderful Wizard of Oz. In Episode 6, Dorothy and her friends finally arrive at The Emerald City, marveling at its dazzling green beauty. But when they meet the mighty Wizard, he does not appear the same to each of them. What magic is at work here? Join me as we uncover the secrets of Oz.
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Cathi Colas Audiobooks and High Horse Press Presents: Episode 5 of THE WIZARD OF OZ by L. Frank Baum
The Queen of the Field Mice and The Guardian of the Gate
The Tin Man saves a field mouse and in doing so he gets a great reward. The gang finally makes it to OZ and find that they need to don a fashion accessory in order to enter.
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