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On the Night You Were Born

By: Nancy Tillman
Narrated by: Orlagh Cassidy
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This debut picture audiobook by Nancy Tillman has touched the hearts of readers of all ages, from the youngest readers, to new mothers, to grandparents. A New York Times and Publishers Weekly bestselling book, On the Night You Were Born is sure to be a beloved addition to family libraries.

On the night you were born,
the moon smiled with such wonder
that the stars peeked in to see you
and the night wind whispered.
"Life will never be the same."

On the night you were born, the whole world came alive with thanksgiving. The moon stayed up till morning. The geese flew home to celebrate. Polar bears danced.

On the night you were born you brought wonder and magic to the world. Here is a book that celebrates you. It is meant to be carried wherever life takes you, over all the roads, through all the years.

 Bedtime & Dreaming Family Life Growing Up & Facts of Life Literature & Fiction Heartfelt Growing Up Birthdays Fiction Holidays & Celebrations Magic

Critic reviews

“Readers have the option of simply listening to Orlagh Cassidy's warm voice, or to play a read-along version, which may appeal to developing readers. There is also a bonus track of Tillman herself reading the story. This is a lovely choice to share at bedtime and naptime.” —Parents' Choice Awards, Parents' Choice Recommended

“This is one of those rare baby books that make both skeptics and sentimentalists of all ages happy.” —Publishers Weekly

“A beautiful tribute to the uniqueness of every child.” —Kirkus Reviews

“Many parents will welcome this opportunity to tell their children how special and loved they are.” —Booklist

“Rhyming text extols and celebrates the uniqueness of a newborn.” —School Library Journal
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just the thing! got to love this author, I order one of these for every single new parent with their new baby

Love Love Love!!

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A very sweet and important message for all children, no matter their age. God bless.

Very sweet and important message.

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Listen to this every night for my son,
he loves it too! I used to read the book to him as a baby but found it in audio and was super excited!

So sweet

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A sweet story for every child to hear and a beautiful reminder even for adults. Hope everyone reads this book.

Significant

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Would you recommend this audiobook to a friend? If so, why?

Absolutely ! It doesn't matter if you have childern or not, if you want to make any child feel SPECIAL..then give this book to the parents and child. Nancy Tillman writes to celebrate how wonderful each little soul truely is

Who was your favorite character and why?

The child"s name I substituted for the part "the wind whispered your name" Christopher,Christopher (my little grandson)

Have you listened to any of Orlagh Cassidy’s other performances before? How does this one compare?

This particular performance was perfect tone,to the point of melodious, I played it again and again.

Was this a book you wanted to listen to all in one sitting?

Yes, and again and again. Whenever I had a challenging day at work or I wish to just feel happy, I listen to this book and speak along with Oriagh Cassidy's voice. It works every time and I go home feeling happy.

Any additional comments?

you will want to memorize this book, just as I have memorized all the Mother Goose rhymes as a child. This book is that kind.

Every Newborn should be gifted with this book!

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