The Boy from Glenhaven
27 episodes
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Creator: Drew Zahn
Solo Adventure Serial Audio Book
Synopsis:
For decades, families and children have enjoyed listening to the story of The Boy from Glenhaven, the tale of a child orphaned by war and thrust alone into a frightening world of fantastic creatures and civilizations, only to discover he has a role to play, a purpose and a chapter to write in a grand narrative of resisting the evil that once destroyed his home. Now for the first time, the author of The Boy from Glenhaven, Drew Zahn, reads the story aloud in this podcast and invites his listeners to join The Boy from Glenhaven community (https://theboyfromglenhaven.com/), where families are discovering together that life itself is a grand adventure!
Format: Audio Book
Continuity: Serial
Writing: Scripted
Voices: Solo
Narrator: Third Person
Genres: Adventure
Soundscape: Voices only
Maturity: All audience
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Episodes:
Episode 0: An interview with the author
Tue, 20 Aug 2024 07:00:00 -0500
Discover what The Boy from Glenhaven is, what content families can expect to find (and not find) in the story, and how this adventure tale is helping families like yours turn everyday life into a wondrous adventure in this preview, interview episode with The Boy from Glenhaven author Drew Zahn.
For discerning parents, THIS is the episode you'll want to listen to first.
And for fans looking for an exclusive, behind-the-scenes look at how this story came to be, start here.
Finally, discover how you can take the adventure even deeper with Renn's Adventure Journal, a monthly newsletter devoted to making real life a fantastic adventure, detailed in this special, interview episode.
Ep 1: A birthday party and a mysterious narrator
Thu, 10 Oct 2024 00:00:00 -0500
The adventure begins with a mysterious, unnamed narrator returning to Glenhaven, the village of his birth.
But all is not well in the sleepy hamlet, even as young villager Rennolf Tuckley celebrates his 9th birthday.
Strange eyes are watching Glenhaven, and not just the narrator's.
Ep. 2: The old bookseller ... and tragedy strikes
Thu, 17 Oct 2024 18:00:00 -0500
Renn's birthday began like many days before, with a visit to the ancient Mr. Wyllis, a bookseller older than any man he has ever known.
But by day's end, fire and sorrow rain down on Glenhaven, and Renn's life will never be the same.
Ep. 3 - Brother Bookkeeper's secrets
Thu, 24 Oct 2024 20:00:00 -0500
It turns out there's more to Mr. Wyllis than meets the eye.
And to a grieving little boy in desperate need of a friend, the old man has one last secret that may just save his life.
Thu, 31 Oct 2024 21:00:00 -0500
Renn's adventure is nothing like the stories he's read in his books, and fear, he learns, is no small gnat to be batted aside.
But even while the little boy wrestles with grief and terror, a little bird begins to point the way.
Thu, 07 Nov 2024 20:00:00 -0500
Deep in the forest of Claymere, an ancient evil holds a secret meeting.
And deep underground, Renn meets a shocking new companion.
Ep. 6: An ancient tale and an ancient evil
Thu, 14 Nov 2024 20:00:00 -0500
Deeper and deeper into the mountain, Renn travels with Ewan on an underground river.
And deeper and deeper into story he goes. The beginning of time, a war in the heavens, and a frightening new adventure for the orphaned boy from Glenhaven.
Fri, 22 Nov 2024 08:00:00 -0500
After leaving Renn at Little Bird's cave, Ewan of the White returns to Ayrenhall.
But something is amiss. And Ewan's very life hangs in the balance, as he faces serious accusations before the Magistrate.
Ep. 8 - Alone is a terrifying place to be
Fri, 29 Nov 2024 06:00:00 -0500
Ewan of the White sits alone, condemned, facing every Velyk's worst nightmare.
And back at Little Bird's cave, Renn is stunned Ewan left him alone. Or did he?
Ep. 9 - Renn explores Little Bird's cave
Fri, 06 Dec 2024 08:00:00 -0500
Left alone in the cave prepared for Little Bird, Renn determines to dry his tears and start his adventure ... even if it begins alone.
But the wonders Renn discovers in the cave reveal that someone has been preparing for his arrival for a very, very long time.
Ep. 10 - What happened to the Whites
Fri, 13 Dec 2024 08:00:00 -0500
While Renn is on the run from the valley of Glenhaven, the story turns a page to introduce new characters who will impact his adventure in yet unknown ways.
For Ewan was not the last of the Velyks of the White.
And we now meet Raelynna and Annenlee, whose adventures are just beginning.
Ep. 11 - The birds take to flight
Fri, 20 Dec 2024 08:00:00 -0500
Raelynna and Annenlee's strange visitor comes with devastating news.
But before they can fully feel the weight of it, an imminent danger forces them to flee. And just how they flee will be an adventure neither Raelynna nor Annenlee EVER forgets.
Fri, 27 Dec 2024 08:00:00 -0500
Once again, Annenlee can't seem to fall asleep.
But when she sneaks out of bed in search of Yul's hidden chamber, the secrets she unlocks, and the painful truth she learns, will change her world ... forever.
Fri, 03 Jan 2025 08:00:00 -0500
Two lost children, each grieving in their own ways.
But for each of them, the story they are living is so much bigger than their grief. Annenlee and Renn both discover they're not as alone as they feel.
Ep. 14 - In the name of Fletley
Fri, 10 Jan 2025 08:00:00 -0500
Is he a legend of old? A fairy tale? ... Or is he alive?
When Yul explains he hears the voice of Fletley, Raelynna is stunned. Is the giant Velyk really hearing dead people speak? The mystery only grows when Yul returns from Ayrenhall with startling news.
Fri, 17 Jan 2025 08:00:00 -0500
Drew has a big favor to ask ... AND a spoiler-free, sneak preview of exciting things to come in The Boy from Glenhaven story!
Ep. 16 - A light in the forest
Fri, 24 Jan 2025 08:00:00 -0500
Renn's wanderings in Dinsmore Wood draw him deeper and deeper into the book known as The Leaves.
His journey also brings him into contact with a strange and curious little people - the "firefly men" known as the Linderlein.
Fri, 31 Jan 2025 08:00:00 -0500
The Linderlein receive Renn with glee, and the forest comes alive with a party fit for a king.
But when the subject of Fletley arises, the Linderlein are deeply disturbed. For there is something important that Renn does not yet know.
Ep. 18 - More troubling than dreams
Fri, 07 Feb 2025 08:00:00 -0500
In Yul's cave, Annenlee is troubled with recurring nightmares. But Raelynna remembers all too well how her little girl's dreams have a way of coming true.
Meanwhile, the guardian, Yul, is feeling called to trouble brewing elsewhere.
Ep. 19 - A blaze in Dinsmore Wood
Sat, 15 Feb 2025 08:00:00 -0500
A bone-chilling howl. A blaze of light. And Renn discovers Dinsmore Wood is no place for a child.
In one of the most thrilling chapters of The Boy from Glenhaven, Renn's time with the Linderlein grows short.
Fri, 21 Feb 2025 08:00:00 -0500
Mighty Killborn doesn't like being led like a dog, not when he can smell the dark council from a long way off.
But just as Killborn's patience reaches its limit, a powerful hand holds him down. Ghutak has come. He's gathered his minions. And his plans are about to be set in motion ...
Fri, 28 Feb 2025 08:00:00 -0500
Two guards patrolling the ramparts of Fort Tucker look down to see ... a child? Wandering through Dinsmore Wood and riding upon a donkey?
Renn doesn't realize yet, but he is setting into motion a chain of events that could prompt armies to go to war.
Ep. 22 - A champion comes to Fort Tucker
Fri, 07 Mar 2025 08:00:00 -0500
While Renn is caught up in the sights and smells of Fort Tucker's marketplace at lunch time, a grand plan is unfolding all around him. A golden hero has come to claim a title - "champion" - that may not be his to claim.
Ep. 23 - Renn confronts Ghutak
Fri, 14 Mar 2025 08:00:00 -0500
There will be no turning back now. As Ghutak charms the masses with boast and empty promise, a small boy from Glenhaven stands alone and opposes Ghutak to his face. It's a day that neither Renn - nor Ghutak - will ever forget.
PLUS: The mysterious narrator from the book's prologue returns.
Ep. 24 - The forces of darkness regroup
Fri, 21 Mar 2025 08:00:00 -0500
Ghutak is livid. His followers tremble. Killborn suspects a secret plot.
But even while the dark master's minions point fingers of blame at one another, Ghutak selects three hooded figures in dark robes for a special assignment.
Fri, 28 Mar 2025 08:00:00 -0500
As "The Boy from Glenhaven" races toward its thrilling conclusion, Renn finds friends in Gargoyle Crag.
Unfortunately for Renn, Ghutak has found them, too ...
Sat, 05 Apr 2025 21:00:00 -0500
Book One in "The Boy from Glenhaven" series comes to its exciting finish, as Renn and Annenlee huddle together around the ancient book, The Leaves.
Someone is calling them. Someone is coming for them. And Renn faces a decision that will change not only his life, but history itself.