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Sanya Simmons narrates the sixth installment in this eighteen-book series, each written by a different award-winning author. Ayana Ndoum is a shy, quiet student who usually does not stand out among her wacky third-grade classmates. While Simmons individualizes students and adults so that listeners can clearly grasp personalities and relationships, her primary focus is on Ayana’s internal battles. All Ayana’s fears come to the fore when she’s the last one to decide on her act for the class talent show. Much of the plot focuses on Ayana’s doubts and insecurities, but Simmons also delivers her spectacular breakthrough onstage.

Narrator Sanya Simmons gives listeners a straightforward performance of former Secret Service Agent Cheryl Tyler’s memoir. The first Black woman to serve on a Presidential Protection Detail (PPD) in the 1990s, Simmons shares the determination, integrity, and passion that propelled her throughout her challenging career. She describes her early life–the indelible impact of “The Untouchables” television series and its influence on her career path, her years at Spelman College, and her investigations of tax fraud for the IRS. Simmons also captures the indignities Tyler faced and her ultimate triumph. Overlooked for countless promotions despite her experience, qualifications, and commendations, Tyler and a group of fellow Secret Service agents embarked on a nearly twenty-year discrimination suit that culminated in a long-awaited validating verdict.

Hi Sanya, I only got to hear the audio book today. What a great job you did–thank you for bringing Alex to life! You really nailed it, and I think the combination of Nathaniel and you together works brilliantly–there’s a contrast in your voices, obviously, but both are sympathetic to the story. How exciting!

It was the most “Beautiful Reading” I’ve ever heard! I’m oh so grateful to you for making my story Sing! I loved Listening oh so much better than when writing or even as I read through it! The character dialect and interacting dialogue was all on point as it flowed effortlessly with all of your “Dignified” Scenic and Historical background Narration. I was overwhelmed by how well you read the entire book. Had me laughing, crying and bursting with pride at all the right times.

Excellent job Sanya!! You sounded great and flowed beautifully  and it was a pleasure to work with you again 🙂