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(Summary by Charlotte Duckett) Cast Narrator/Mrs. Wiley Elizabeth Klett Stephen Waterman/Ike Billings Charlotte Duckett Rose Wiley Libby Gohn Mr. Wiley MaryAnn Under-Boss/Jed Towle/Long Abe/Bystanders/River Driver John Trevithick Ivory Dunn Beth Thomas Alcestis Crambry David Lawrence Mrs. Crambry/Mrs. Brooks/Teacher Caprisha Page Claude Merrill/Lije Dennett Amanda Friday Miss Dix Kathryn Tipton Mite Shapley Grace Garrett Rufus rookieblue Audio edited by Charlotte Duckett, Elizabeth Klett, Piotr Nater, Eden Rea-Hedrick, and Beth Thomas]]></description><guid isPermaLink="false">https://api.spreaker.com/episode/73812390</guid><pubDate>Tue, 11 Aug 2026 09:49:07 +0000</pubDate><enclosure url="https://dts.podtrac.com/redirect.mp3/api.spreaker.com/download/episode/73812390/watsons_dramatic_reading_jane_austen_l_oulton.mp3" length="112077080" type="audio/mpeg"/><itunes:author>Kate Douglas Wiggin</itunes:author><itunes:subtitle>Meet Rose Wiley, a charming country girl happily engaged to Stephen Waterman, a down-to-earth country boy. 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Life seems perfect until the arrival of Claude Merril from Boston, who claims Roses love is holding Stephen back. This delightful coming-of-age tale explores love, ambition, and the challenges of growing up. (Summary by Charlotte Duckett) Cast Narrator/Mrs. Wiley Elizabeth Klett Stephen Waterman/Ike Billings Charlotte Duckett Rose Wiley Libby Gohn Mr. Wiley MaryAnn Under-Boss/Jed Towle/Long Abe/Bystanders/River Driver John Trevithick Ivory Dunn Beth Thomas Alcestis Crambry David Lawrence Mrs. Crambry/Mrs. Brooks/Teacher Caprisha Page Claude Merrill/Lije Dennett Amanda Friday Miss Dix Kathryn Tipton Mite Shapley Grace Garrett Rufus rookieblue Audio edited by Charlotte Duckett, Elizabeth Klett, Piotr Nater, Eden Rea-Hedrick, and Beth Thomas]]></description><guid isPermaLink="false">https://api.spreaker.com/episode/73775050</guid><pubDate>Mon, 10 Aug 2026 19:44:10 +0000</pubDate><enclosure url="https://dts.podtrac.com/redirect.mp3/api.spreaker.com/download/episode/73775050/agnes_grey_dramatic_reading_anne_bronte.mp3" length="179434782" type="audio/mpeg"/><itunes:author>Kate Douglas Wiggin</itunes:author><itunes:subtitle>Meet Rose Wiley, a charming country girl happily engaged to Stephen Waterman, a down-to-earth country boy. 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(Summary by Charlotte Duckett) Cast Narrator/Mrs. Wiley Elizabeth Klett Stephen Waterman/Ike Billings Charlotte Duckett Rose Wiley Libby Gohn Mr. Wiley MaryAnn Under-Boss/Jed Towle/Long Abe/Bystanders/River Driver John Trevithick Ivory Dunn Beth Thomas Alcestis Crambry David Lawrence Mrs. Crambry/Mrs. Brooks/Teacher Caprisha Page Claude Merrill/Lije Dennett Amanda Friday Miss Dix Kathryn Tipton Mite Shapley Grace Garrett Rufus rookieblue Audio edited by Charlotte Duckett, Elizabeth Klett, Piotr Nater, Eden Rea-Hedrick, and Beth Thomas]]></itunes:summary><itunes:duration>16998</itunes:duration><itunes:explicit>false</itunes:explicit><itunes:image href="https://d3wo5wojvuv7l.cloudfront.net/t_rss_itunes_square_1400/images.spreaker.com/original/77fa44d9e63751131ad2a263e1d6d6ee.jpg"/><itunes:episodeType>full</itunes:episodeType></item><item><title>Alice's Adventures in Wonderland (Dramatic Reading)-Lewis Carroll</title><link>https://www.spreaker.com/episode/alice-s-adventures-in-wonderland-dramatic-reading-lewis-carroll--73679372</link><description><![CDATA[Alice's Adventures in Wonderland, a timeless tale by Lewis Carroll, invites listeners into a fantastical world where logic is turned on its head and the absurd becomes the norm. 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Carroll's masterful wordplay and vivid imagery continue to captivate audiences, ensuring that this classic remains a cherished exploration of the imagination.]]></description><guid isPermaLink="false">https://api.spreaker.com/episode/73679372</guid><pubDate>Sat, 08 Aug 2026 19:59:52 +0000</pubDate><enclosure url="https://dts.podtrac.com/redirect.mp3/api.spreaker.com/download/episode/73679372/alice_s_adventures_in_wonderland_dramatic_reading_lewis_carroll.mp3" length="76558735" type="audio/mpeg"/><itunes:author>Kate Douglas Wiggin</itunes:author><itunes:subtitle>Alice's Adventures in Wonderland, a timeless tale by Lewis Carroll, invites listeners into a fantastical world where logic is turned on its head and the absurd becomes the norm. 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Carroll's masterful wordplay and vivid imagery continue to captivate audiences, ensuring that this classic remains a cherished exploration of the imagination.]]></itunes:summary><itunes:duration>9560</itunes:duration><itunes:explicit>false</itunes:explicit><itunes:image href="https://d3wo5wojvuv7l.cloudfront.net/t_rss_itunes_square_1400/images.spreaker.com/original/77fa44d9e63751131ad2a263e1d6d6ee.jpg"/><itunes:episodeType>full</itunes:episodeType></item><item><title>Chronicles of Avonlea (version 2 Dramatic Reading)-Lucy Maud Montgomery</title><link>https://www.spreaker.com/episode/chronicles-of-avonlea-version-2-dramatic-reading-lucy-maud-montgomery--73643420</link><description><![CDATA["Chronicles of Avonlea" presents a collection of stories by Lucy Maud Montgomery that captures the essence of life in the quaint village of Avonlea. 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Experience the magic of Montgomery's prose and the rich tapestry of emotions that continue to resonate today.]]></description><guid isPermaLink="false">https://api.spreaker.com/episode/73643420</guid><pubDate>Sat, 08 Aug 2026 00:17:05 +0000</pubDate><enclosure url="https://dts.podtrac.com/redirect.mp3/api.spreaker.com/download/episode/73643420/chronicles_of_avonlea_version_2_dramatic_reading_lucy_maud_montgomery.mp3" length="194407894" type="audio/mpeg"/><itunes:author>Kate Douglas Wiggin</itunes:author><itunes:subtitle>"Chronicles of Avonlea" presents a collection of stories by Lucy Maud Montgomery that captures the essence of life in the quaint village of Avonlea. Through vivid storytelling, Montgomery explores themes of community, love, and the complexities of...</itunes:subtitle><itunes:summary><![CDATA["Chronicles of Avonlea" presents a collection of stories by Lucy Maud Montgomery that captures the essence of life in the quaint village of Avonlea. Through vivid storytelling, Montgomery explores themes of community, love, and the complexities of human relationships, making her work timeless and relatable. The characters navigate their joys and sorrows, reflecting the universal experiences of growth and connection. This dramatic reading invites listeners to immerse themselves in the charm and warmth of Avonlea, reminding us of the enduring power of storytelling to evoke nostalgia and inspire reflection on our own lives. Experience the magic of Montgomery's prose and the rich tapestry of emotions that continue to resonate today.]]></itunes:summary><itunes:duration>24276</itunes:duration><itunes:explicit>false</itunes:explicit><itunes:image href="https://d3wo5wojvuv7l.cloudfront.net/t_rss_itunes_square_1400/images.spreaker.com/original/77fa44d9e63751131ad2a263e1d6d6ee.jpg"/><itunes:episodeType>full</itunes:episodeType></item><item><title>Dave Brings Home A Wife (dramatic reading)-Steele Rudd</title><link>https://www.spreaker.com/episode/dave-brings-home-a-wife-dramatic-reading-steele-rudd--73600532</link><description><![CDATA["Dave Brings Home A Wife" by Steele Rudd offers a captivating dramatic reading that transports listeners into the heart of rural life and the humorous complexities of relationships. This engaging tale explores the trials and tribulations of bringing a new partner into a close-knit community, showcasing the timeless themes of love, acceptance, and the humorous misunderstandings that can arise in the pursuit of happiness. The story resonates with universal truths about human connection and the challenges of navigating personal relationships, making it a delightful listen for anyone who appreciates wit and warmth in storytelling.]]></description><guid isPermaLink="false">https://api.spreaker.com/episode/73600532</guid><pubDate>Fri, 07 Aug 2026 06:45:25 +0000</pubDate><enclosure url="https://dts.podtrac.com/redirect.mp3/api.spreaker.com/download/episode/73600532/dave_brings_home_a_wife_dramatic_reading_steele_rudd.mp3" length="47793891" type="audio/mpeg"/><itunes:author>Kate Douglas Wiggin</itunes:author><itunes:subtitle>"Dave Brings Home A Wife" by Steele Rudd offers a captivating dramatic reading that transports listeners into the heart of rural life and the humorous complexities of relationships. 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The story resonates with universal truths about human connection and the challenges of navigating personal relationships, making it a delightful listen for anyone who appreciates wit and warmth in storytelling.]]></itunes:summary><itunes:duration>5968</itunes:duration><itunes:explicit>false</itunes:explicit><itunes:image href="https://d3wo5wojvuv7l.cloudfront.net/t_rss_itunes_square_1400/images.spreaker.com/original/77fa44d9e63751131ad2a263e1d6d6ee.jpg"/><itunes:episodeType>full</itunes:episodeType></item><item><title>Dramatic Selections from Henry Lawson's Short Stories-Henry Lawson</title><link>https://www.spreaker.com/episode/dramatic-selections-from-henry-lawson-s-short-stories-henry-lawson--73554570</link><description><![CDATA["Dramatic Selections from Henry Lawson's Short Stories" offers a compelling glimpse into the rich tapestry of Australian life through the lens of one of its most celebrated authors. 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Engaging with Lawson's work today allows us to appreciate the enduring nature of his insights and the powerful storytelling that continues to inspire and evoke empathy across generations.]]></description><guid isPermaLink="false">https://api.spreaker.com/episode/73554570</guid><pubDate>Thu, 06 Aug 2026 11:49:49 +0000</pubDate><enclosure url="https://dts.podtrac.com/redirect.mp3/api.spreaker.com/download/episode/73554570/dramatic_selections_from_henry_lawson_s_short_stories_henry_lawson.mp3" length="44498441" type="audio/mpeg"/><itunes:author>Kate Douglas Wiggin</itunes:author><itunes:subtitle>"Dramatic Selections from Henry Lawson's Short Stories" offers a compelling glimpse into the rich tapestry of Australian life through the lens of one of its most celebrated authors. 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Hume's masterful storytelling and atmospheric detail make this audiobook a compelling listen for fans of classic literature and mystery alike.]]></description><guid isPermaLink="false">https://api.spreaker.com/episode/73501547</guid><pubDate>Wed, 05 Aug 2026 15:29:56 +0000</pubDate><enclosure url="https://dts.podtrac.com/redirect.mp3/api.spreaker.com/download/episode/73501547/mystery_of_a_hansom_cab_version_2_dramatic_reading_fergus_hume.mp3" length="282651464" type="audio/mpeg"/><itunes:author>Kate Douglas Wiggin</itunes:author><itunes:subtitle>Mystery of a Hansom Cab, a dramatic reading by Fergus Hume, invites listeners into a gripping tale of intrigue and suspense set against the backdrop of Victorian Melbourne. This classic mystery revolves around a mysterious murder that unfolds within...</itunes:subtitle><itunes:summary><![CDATA[Mystery of a Hansom Cab, a dramatic reading by Fergus Hume, invites listeners into a gripping tale of intrigue and suspense set against the backdrop of Victorian Melbourne. This classic mystery revolves around a mysterious murder that unfolds within the confines of a hansom cab, captivating audiences with its complex characters and unexpected twists. The story's exploration of human nature, morality, and the quest for justice remains timeless, resonating with contemporary themes of societal expectations and the consequences of one's choices. Hume's masterful storytelling and atmospheric detail make this audiobook a compelling listen for fans of classic literature and mystery alike.]]></itunes:summary><itunes:duration>35296</itunes:duration><itunes:explicit>false</itunes:explicit><itunes:image href="https://d3wo5wojvuv7l.cloudfront.net/t_rss_itunes_square_1400/images.spreaker.com/original/77fa44d9e63751131ad2a263e1d6d6ee.jpg"/><itunes:episodeType>full</itunes:episodeType></item><item><title>015 - The Dream Room</title><link>https://www.spreaker.com/episode/015-the-dream-room--69315476</link><description><![CDATA[Meet Rose Wiley, a charming country girl happily engaged to Stephen Waterman, a down-to-earth country boy. Life seems perfect until the arrival of Claude Merril from Boston, who claims Roses love is holding Stephen back. This delightful coming-of-age tale explores love, ambition, and the challenges of growing up. (Summary by Charlotte Duckett) Cast Narrator/Mrs. Wiley Elizabeth Klett Stephen Waterman/Ike Billings Charlotte Duckett Rose Wiley Libby Gohn Mr. Wiley MaryAnn Under-Boss/Jed Towle/Long Abe/Bystanders/River Driver John Trevithick Ivory Dunn Beth Thomas Alcestis Crambry David Lawrence Mrs. Crambry/Mrs. Brooks/Teacher Caprisha Page Claude Merrill/Lije Dennett Amanda Friday Miss Dix Kathryn Tipton Mite Shapley Grace Garrett Rufus rookieblue Audio edited by Charlotte Duckett, Elizabeth Klett, Piotr Nater, Eden Rea-Hedrick, and Beth Thomas]]></description><guid isPermaLink="false">https://api.spreaker.com/episode/69315476</guid><pubDate>Tue, 06 Jan 2026 03:30:16 +0000</pubDate><enclosure url="https://dts.podtrac.com/redirect.mp3/api.spreaker.com/download/episode/69315476/015_the_dream_room.mp3" length="4802560" type="audio/mpeg"/><podcast:transcript url="https://transcription.spreaker.com/starship/f9669a0a-25fa-4c55-a03c-8d6b2a56c65c/f9669a0a-25fa-4c55-a03c-8d6b2a56c65c.srt" type="application/x-subrip" language="en"/><podcast:transcript url="https://transcription.spreaker.com/starship/f9669a0a-25fa-4c55-a03c-8d6b2a56c65c/f9669a0a-25fa-4c55-a03c-8d6b2a56c65c.txt" type="text/plain" language="en"/><podcast:transcript url="https://transcription.spreaker.com/starship/f9669a0a-25fa-4c55-a03c-8d6b2a56c65c/f9669a0a-25fa-4c55-a03c-8d6b2a56c65c.vtt" type="text/vtt" language="en"/><itunes:author>Kate Douglas Wiggin</itunes:author><itunes:subtitle>Meet Rose Wiley, a charming country girl happily engaged to Stephen Waterman, a down-to-earth country boy. Life seems perfect until the arrival of Claude Merril from Boston, who claims Roses love is holding Stephen back. This delightful coming-of-age...</itunes:subtitle><itunes:summary><![CDATA[Meet Rose Wiley, a charming country girl happily engaged to Stephen Waterman, a down-to-earth country boy. Life seems perfect until the arrival of Claude Merril from Boston, who claims Roses love is holding Stephen back. This delightful coming-of-age tale explores love, ambition, and the challenges of growing up. (Summary by Charlotte Duckett) Cast Narrator/Mrs. Wiley Elizabeth Klett Stephen Waterman/Ike Billings Charlotte Duckett Rose Wiley Libby Gohn Mr. Wiley MaryAnn Under-Boss/Jed Towle/Long Abe/Bystanders/River Driver John Trevithick Ivory Dunn Beth Thomas Alcestis Crambry David Lawrence Mrs. Crambry/Mrs. Brooks/Teacher Caprisha Page Claude Merrill/Lije Dennett Amanda Friday Miss Dix Kathryn Tipton Mite Shapley Grace Garrett Rufus rookieblue Audio edited by Charlotte Duckett, Elizabeth Klett, Piotr Nater, Eden Rea-Hedrick, and Beth Thomas]]></itunes:summary><itunes:duration>601</itunes:duration><itunes:keywords>ambition,choice,coming-of-age,conflict,country,dreams,growth,love,relationships,youth</itunes:keywords><itunes:explicit>false</itunes:explicit><itunes:image href="https://d3wo5wojvuv7l.cloudfront.net/t_rss_itunes_square_1400/images.spreaker.com/original/77fa44d9e63751131ad2a263e1d6d6ee.jpg"/><itunes:episodeType>full</itunes:episodeType></item><item><title>014 - Housebreaking</title><link>https://www.spreaker.com/episode/014-housebreaking--69315475</link><description><![CDATA[Meet Rose Wiley, a charming country girl happily engaged to Stephen Waterman, a down-to-earth country boy. Life seems perfect until the arrival of Claude Merril from Boston, who claims Roses love is holding Stephen back. This delightful coming-of-age tale explores love, ambition, and the challenges of growing up. (Summary by Charlotte Duckett) Cast Narrator/Mrs. Wiley Elizabeth Klett Stephen Waterman/Ike Billings Charlotte Duckett Rose Wiley Libby Gohn Mr. Wiley MaryAnn Under-Boss/Jed Towle/Long Abe/Bystanders/River Driver John Trevithick Ivory Dunn Beth Thomas Alcestis Crambry David Lawrence Mrs. Crambry/Mrs. Brooks/Teacher Caprisha Page Claude Merrill/Lije Dennett Amanda Friday Miss Dix Kathryn Tipton Mite Shapley Grace Garrett Rufus rookieblue Audio edited by Charlotte Duckett, Elizabeth Klett, Piotr Nater, Eden Rea-Hedrick, and Beth Thomas]]></description><guid isPermaLink="false">https://api.spreaker.com/episode/69315475</guid><pubDate>Tue, 06 Jan 2026 03:30:12 +0000</pubDate><enclosure url="https://dts.podtrac.com/redirect.mp3/api.spreaker.com/download/episode/69315475/014_housebreaking.mp3" length="3433984" type="audio/mpeg"/><podcast:transcript url="https://transcription.spreaker.com/starship/012bf668-6b26-4839-b54b-1989bfc536ab/012bf668-6b26-4839-b54b-1989bfc536ab.srt" type="application/x-subrip" language="en"/><podcast:transcript url="https://transcription.spreaker.com/starship/012bf668-6b26-4839-b54b-1989bfc536ab/012bf668-6b26-4839-b54b-1989bfc536ab.txt" type="text/plain" language="en"/><podcast:transcript url="https://transcription.spreaker.com/starship/012bf668-6b26-4839-b54b-1989bfc536ab/012bf668-6b26-4839-b54b-1989bfc536ab.vtt" type="text/vtt" language="en"/><itunes:author>Kate Douglas Wiggin</itunes:author><itunes:subtitle>Meet Rose Wiley, a charming country girl happily engaged to Stephen Waterman, a down-to-earth country boy. Life seems perfect until the arrival of Claude Merril from Boston, who claims Roses love is holding Stephen back. This delightful coming-of-age...</itunes:subtitle><itunes:summary><![CDATA[Meet Rose Wiley, a charming country girl happily engaged to Stephen Waterman, a down-to-earth country boy. Life seems perfect until the arrival of Claude Merril from Boston, who claims Roses love is holding Stephen back. This delightful coming-of-age tale explores love, ambition, and the challenges of growing up. (Summary by Charlotte Duckett) Cast Narrator/Mrs. Wiley Elizabeth Klett Stephen Waterman/Ike Billings Charlotte Duckett Rose Wiley Libby Gohn Mr. Wiley MaryAnn Under-Boss/Jed Towle/Long Abe/Bystanders/River Driver John Trevithick Ivory Dunn Beth Thomas Alcestis Crambry David Lawrence Mrs. Crambry/Mrs. Brooks/Teacher Caprisha Page Claude Merrill/Lije Dennett Amanda Friday Miss Dix Kathryn Tipton Mite Shapley Grace Garrett Rufus rookieblue Audio edited by Charlotte Duckett, Elizabeth Klett, Piotr Nater, Eden Rea-Hedrick, and Beth Thomas]]></itunes:summary><itunes:duration>430</itunes:duration><itunes:keywords>ambition,choice,coming-of-age,conflict,country,dreams,growth,love,relationships,youth</itunes:keywords><itunes:explicit>false</itunes:explicit><itunes:image href="https://d3wo5wojvuv7l.cloudfront.net/t_rss_itunes_square_1400/images.spreaker.com/original/77fa44d9e63751131ad2a263e1d6d6ee.jpg"/><itunes:episodeType>full</itunes:episodeType></item><item><title>013 - A Country Chevalier</title><link>https://www.spreaker.com/episode/013-a-country-chevalier--69315473</link><description><![CDATA[Meet Rose Wiley, a charming country girl happily engaged to Stephen Waterman, a down-to-earth country boy. Life seems perfect until the arrival of Claude Merril from Boston, who claims Roses love is holding Stephen back. This delightful coming-of-age tale explores love, ambition, and the challenges of growing up. (Summary by Charlotte Duckett) Cast Narrator/Mrs. Wiley Elizabeth Klett Stephen Waterman/Ike Billings Charlotte Duckett Rose Wiley Libby Gohn Mr. Wiley MaryAnn Under-Boss/Jed Towle/Long Abe/Bystanders/River Driver John Trevithick Ivory Dunn Beth Thomas Alcestis Crambry David Lawrence Mrs. Crambry/Mrs. Brooks/Teacher Caprisha Page Claude Merrill/Lije Dennett Amanda Friday Miss Dix Kathryn Tipton Mite Shapley Grace Garrett Rufus rookieblue Audio edited by Charlotte Duckett, Elizabeth Klett, Piotr Nater, Eden Rea-Hedrick, and Beth Thomas]]></description><guid isPermaLink="false">https://api.spreaker.com/episode/69315473</guid><pubDate>Tue, 06 Jan 2026 03:30:07 +0000</pubDate><enclosure url="https://dts.podtrac.com/redirect.mp3/api.spreaker.com/download/episode/69315473/013_a_country_chevalier.mp3" length="6849024" type="audio/mpeg"/><podcast:transcript url="https://transcription.spreaker.com/starship/2a9fd6f6-cf5a-4c5d-971b-89faafccdd98/2a9fd6f6-cf5a-4c5d-971b-89faafccdd98.srt" type="application/x-subrip" language="en"/><podcast:transcript url="https://transcription.spreaker.com/starship/2a9fd6f6-cf5a-4c5d-971b-89faafccdd98/2a9fd6f6-cf5a-4c5d-971b-89faafccdd98.txt" type="text/plain" language="en"/><podcast:transcript url="https://transcription.spreaker.com/starship/2a9fd6f6-cf5a-4c5d-971b-89faafccdd98/2a9fd6f6-cf5a-4c5d-971b-89faafccdd98.vtt" type="text/vtt" language="en"/><itunes:author>Kate Douglas Wiggin</itunes:author><itunes:subtitle>Meet Rose Wiley, a charming country girl happily engaged to Stephen Waterman, a down-to-earth country boy. Life seems perfect until the arrival of Claude Merril from Boston, who claims Roses love is holding Stephen back. This delightful coming-of-age...</itunes:subtitle><itunes:summary><![CDATA[Meet Rose Wiley, a charming country girl happily engaged to Stephen Waterman, a down-to-earth country boy. Life seems perfect until the arrival of Claude Merril from Boston, who claims Roses love is holding Stephen back. This delightful coming-of-age tale explores love, ambition, and the challenges of growing up. (Summary by Charlotte Duckett) Cast Narrator/Mrs. Wiley Elizabeth Klett Stephen Waterman/Ike Billings Charlotte Duckett Rose Wiley Libby Gohn Mr. Wiley MaryAnn Under-Boss/Jed Towle/Long Abe/Bystanders/River Driver John Trevithick Ivory Dunn Beth Thomas Alcestis Crambry David Lawrence Mrs. Crambry/Mrs. Brooks/Teacher Caprisha Page Claude Merrill/Lije Dennett Amanda Friday Miss Dix Kathryn Tipton Mite Shapley Grace Garrett Rufus rookieblue Audio edited by Charlotte Duckett, Elizabeth Klett, Piotr Nater, Eden Rea-Hedrick, and Beth Thomas]]></itunes:summary><itunes:duration>856</itunes:duration><itunes:keywords>ambition,choice,coming-of-age,conflict,country,dreams,growth,love,relationships,youth</itunes:keywords><itunes:explicit>false</itunes:explicit><itunes:image href="https://d3wo5wojvuv7l.cloudfront.net/t_rss_itunes_square_1400/images.spreaker.com/original/77fa44d9e63751131ad2a263e1d6d6ee.jpg"/><itunes:episodeType>full</itunes:episodeType></item><item><title>012 - Gold and Pinchbeck</title><link>https://www.spreaker.com/episode/012-gold-and-pinchbeck--69315472</link><description><![CDATA[Meet Rose Wiley, a charming country girl happily engaged to Stephen Waterman, a down-to-earth country boy. Life seems perfect until the arrival of Claude Merril from Boston, who claims Roses love is holding Stephen back. This delightful coming-of-age tale explores love, ambition, and the challenges of growing up. (Summary by Charlotte Duckett) Cast Narrator/Mrs. Wiley Elizabeth Klett Stephen Waterman/Ike Billings Charlotte Duckett Rose Wiley Libby Gohn Mr. Wiley MaryAnn Under-Boss/Jed Towle/Long Abe/Bystanders/River Driver John Trevithick Ivory Dunn Beth Thomas Alcestis Crambry David Lawrence Mrs. Crambry/Mrs. Brooks/Teacher Caprisha Page Claude Merrill/Lije Dennett Amanda Friday Miss Dix Kathryn Tipton Mite Shapley Grace Garrett Rufus rookieblue Audio edited by Charlotte Duckett, Elizabeth Klett, Piotr Nater, Eden Rea-Hedrick, and Beth Thomas]]></description><guid isPermaLink="false">https://api.spreaker.com/episode/69315472</guid><pubDate>Tue, 06 Jan 2026 03:30:02 +0000</pubDate><enclosure url="https://dts.podtrac.com/redirect.mp3/api.spreaker.com/download/episode/69315472/012_gold_and_pinchbeck.mp3" length="4316160" type="audio/mpeg"/><podcast:transcript url="https://transcription.spreaker.com/starship/7cfabedc-5b28-4379-85eb-7d00aff4677a/7cfabedc-5b28-4379-85eb-7d00aff4677a.srt" type="application/x-subrip" language="en"/><podcast:transcript url="https://transcription.spreaker.com/starship/7cfabedc-5b28-4379-85eb-7d00aff4677a/7cfabedc-5b28-4379-85eb-7d00aff4677a.txt" type="text/plain" language="en"/><podcast:transcript url="https://transcription.spreaker.com/starship/7cfabedc-5b28-4379-85eb-7d00aff4677a/7cfabedc-5b28-4379-85eb-7d00aff4677a.vtt" type="text/vtt" language="en"/><itunes:author>Kate Douglas Wiggin</itunes:author><itunes:subtitle>Meet Rose Wiley, a charming country girl happily engaged to Stephen Waterman, a down-to-earth country boy. Life seems perfect until the arrival of Claude Merril from Boston, who claims Roses love is holding Stephen back. This delightful coming-of-age...</itunes:subtitle><itunes:summary><![CDATA[Meet Rose Wiley, a charming country girl happily engaged to Stephen Waterman, a down-to-earth country boy. Life seems perfect until the arrival of Claude Merril from Boston, who claims Roses love is holding Stephen back. This delightful coming-of-age tale explores love, ambition, and the challenges of growing up. (Summary by Charlotte Duckett) Cast Narrator/Mrs. Wiley Elizabeth Klett Stephen Waterman/Ike Billings Charlotte Duckett Rose Wiley Libby Gohn Mr. Wiley MaryAnn Under-Boss/Jed Towle/Long Abe/Bystanders/River Driver John Trevithick Ivory Dunn Beth Thomas Alcestis Crambry David Lawrence Mrs. Crambry/Mrs. Brooks/Teacher Caprisha Page Claude Merrill/Lije Dennett Amanda Friday Miss Dix Kathryn Tipton Mite Shapley Grace Garrett Rufus rookieblue Audio edited by Charlotte Duckett, Elizabeth Klett, Piotr Nater, Eden Rea-Hedrick, and Beth Thomas]]></itunes:summary><itunes:duration>540</itunes:duration><itunes:keywords>ambition,choice,coming-of-age,conflict,country,dreams,growth,love,relationships,youth</itunes:keywords><itunes:explicit>false</itunes:explicit><itunes:image href="https://d3wo5wojvuv7l.cloudfront.net/t_rss_itunes_square_1400/images.spreaker.com/original/77fa44d9e63751131ad2a263e1d6d6ee.jpg"/><itunes:episodeType>full</itunes:episodeType></item><item><title>011 - Rose Sees the World</title><link>https://www.spreaker.com/episode/011-rose-sees-the-world--69315471</link><description><![CDATA[Meet Rose Wiley, a charming country girl happily engaged to Stephen Waterman, a down-to-earth country boy. Life seems perfect until the arrival of Claude Merril from Boston, who claims Roses love is holding Stephen back. This delightful coming-of-age tale explores love, ambition, and the challenges of growing up. (Summary by Charlotte Duckett) Cast Narrator/Mrs. Wiley Elizabeth Klett Stephen Waterman/Ike Billings Charlotte Duckett Rose Wiley Libby Gohn Mr. Wiley MaryAnn Under-Boss/Jed Towle/Long Abe/Bystanders/River Driver John Trevithick Ivory Dunn Beth Thomas Alcestis Crambry David Lawrence Mrs. Crambry/Mrs. Brooks/Teacher Caprisha Page Claude Merrill/Lije Dennett Amanda Friday Miss Dix Kathryn Tipton Mite Shapley Grace Garrett Rufus rookieblue Audio edited by Charlotte Duckett, Elizabeth Klett, Piotr Nater, Eden Rea-Hedrick, and Beth Thomas]]></description><guid isPermaLink="false">https://api.spreaker.com/episode/69315471</guid><pubDate>Tue, 06 Jan 2026 03:29:58 +0000</pubDate><enclosure url="https://dts.podtrac.com/redirect.mp3/api.spreaker.com/download/episode/69315471/011_rose_sees_the_world.mp3" length="4098048" type="audio/mpeg"/><podcast:transcript url="https://transcription.spreaker.com/starship/c88c9b79-f0d2-45c0-af91-0ced920d621e/c88c9b79-f0d2-45c0-af91-0ced920d621e.srt" type="application/x-subrip" language="en"/><podcast:transcript url="https://transcription.spreaker.com/starship/c88c9b79-f0d2-45c0-af91-0ced920d621e/c88c9b79-f0d2-45c0-af91-0ced920d621e.txt" type="text/plain" language="en"/><podcast:transcript url="https://transcription.spreaker.com/starship/c88c9b79-f0d2-45c0-af91-0ced920d621e/c88c9b79-f0d2-45c0-af91-0ced920d621e.vtt" type="text/vtt" language="en"/><itunes:author>Kate Douglas Wiggin</itunes:author><itunes:subtitle>Meet Rose Wiley, a charming country girl happily engaged to Stephen Waterman, a down-to-earth country boy. Life seems perfect until the arrival of Claude Merril from Boston, who claims Roses love is holding Stephen back. This delightful coming-of-age...</itunes:subtitle><itunes:summary><![CDATA[Meet Rose Wiley, a charming country girl happily engaged to Stephen Waterman, a down-to-earth country boy. Life seems perfect until the arrival of Claude Merril from Boston, who claims Roses love is holding Stephen back. This delightful coming-of-age tale explores love, ambition, and the challenges of growing up. (Summary by Charlotte Duckett) Cast Narrator/Mrs. Wiley Elizabeth Klett Stephen Waterman/Ike Billings Charlotte Duckett Rose Wiley Libby Gohn Mr. Wiley MaryAnn Under-Boss/Jed Towle/Long Abe/Bystanders/River Driver John Trevithick Ivory Dunn Beth Thomas Alcestis Crambry David Lawrence Mrs. Crambry/Mrs. Brooks/Teacher Caprisha Page Claude Merrill/Lije Dennett Amanda Friday Miss Dix Kathryn Tipton Mite Shapley Grace Garrett Rufus rookieblue Audio edited by Charlotte Duckett, Elizabeth Klett, Piotr Nater, Eden Rea-Hedrick, and Beth Thomas]]></itunes:summary><itunes:duration>513</itunes:duration><itunes:keywords>ambition,choice,coming-of-age,conflict,country,dreams,growth,love,relationships,youth</itunes:keywords><itunes:explicit>false</itunes:explicit><itunes:image href="https://d3wo5wojvuv7l.cloudfront.net/t_rss_itunes_square_1400/images.spreaker.com/original/77fa44d9e63751131ad2a263e1d6d6ee.jpg"/><itunes:episodeType>full</itunes:episodeType></item><item><title>010 - The Turquoise Ring</title><link>https://www.spreaker.com/episode/010-the-turquoise-ring--69315470</link><description><![CDATA[Meet Rose Wiley, a charming country girl happily engaged to Stephen Waterman, a down-to-earth country boy. Life seems perfect until the arrival of Claude Merril from Boston, who claims Roses love is holding Stephen back. This delightful coming-of-age tale explores love, ambition, and the challenges of growing up. (Summary by Charlotte Duckett) Cast Narrator/Mrs. Wiley Elizabeth Klett Stephen Waterman/Ike Billings Charlotte Duckett Rose Wiley Libby Gohn Mr. Wiley MaryAnn Under-Boss/Jed Towle/Long Abe/Bystanders/River Driver John Trevithick Ivory Dunn Beth Thomas Alcestis Crambry David Lawrence Mrs. Crambry/Mrs. Brooks/Teacher Caprisha Page Claude Merrill/Lije Dennett Amanda Friday Miss Dix Kathryn Tipton Mite Shapley Grace Garrett Rufus rookieblue Audio edited by Charlotte Duckett, Elizabeth Klett, Piotr Nater, Eden Rea-Hedrick, and Beth Thomas]]></description><guid isPermaLink="false">https://api.spreaker.com/episode/69315470</guid><pubDate>Tue, 06 Jan 2026 03:29:54 +0000</pubDate><enclosure url="https://dts.podtrac.com/redirect.mp3/api.spreaker.com/download/episode/69315470/010_the_turquoise_ring.mp3" length="4544000" type="audio/mpeg"/><podcast:transcript url="https://transcription.spreaker.com/starship/bb8ebd51-11c3-4bd8-b7cc-1974f6996e08/bb8ebd51-11c3-4bd8-b7cc-1974f6996e08.srt" type="application/x-subrip" language="en"/><podcast:transcript url="https://transcription.spreaker.com/starship/bb8ebd51-11c3-4bd8-b7cc-1974f6996e08/bb8ebd51-11c3-4bd8-b7cc-1974f6996e08.txt" type="text/plain" language="en"/><podcast:transcript url="https://transcription.spreaker.com/starship/bb8ebd51-11c3-4bd8-b7cc-1974f6996e08/bb8ebd51-11c3-4bd8-b7cc-1974f6996e08.vtt" type="text/vtt" language="en"/><itunes:author>Kate Douglas Wiggin</itunes:author><itunes:subtitle>Meet Rose Wiley, a charming country girl happily engaged to Stephen Waterman, a down-to-earth country boy. Life seems perfect until the arrival of Claude Merril from Boston, who claims Roses love is holding Stephen back. This delightful coming-of-age...</itunes:subtitle><itunes:summary><![CDATA[Meet Rose Wiley, a charming country girl happily engaged to Stephen Waterman, a down-to-earth country boy. Life seems perfect until the arrival of Claude Merril from Boston, who claims Roses love is holding Stephen back. This delightful coming-of-age tale explores love, ambition, and the challenges of growing up. (Summary by Charlotte Duckett) Cast Narrator/Mrs. Wiley Elizabeth Klett Stephen Waterman/Ike Billings Charlotte Duckett Rose Wiley Libby Gohn Mr. Wiley MaryAnn Under-Boss/Jed Towle/Long Abe/Bystanders/River Driver John Trevithick Ivory Dunn Beth Thomas Alcestis Crambry David Lawrence Mrs. Crambry/Mrs. Brooks/Teacher Caprisha Page Claude Merrill/Lije Dennett Amanda Friday Miss Dix Kathryn Tipton Mite Shapley Grace Garrett Rufus rookieblue Audio edited by Charlotte Duckett, Elizabeth Klett, Piotr Nater, Eden Rea-Hedrick, and Beth Thomas]]></itunes:summary><itunes:duration>568</itunes:duration><itunes:keywords>ambition,choice,coming-of-age,conflict,country,dreams,growth,love,relationships,youth</itunes:keywords><itunes:explicit>false</itunes:explicit><itunes:image href="https://d3wo5wojvuv7l.cloudfront.net/t_rss_itunes_square_1400/images.spreaker.com/original/77fa44d9e63751131ad2a263e1d6d6ee.jpg"/><itunes:episodeType>full</itunes:episodeType></item><item><title>009 - The Serpent</title><link>https://www.spreaker.com/episode/009-the-serpent--69315469</link><description><![CDATA[Meet Rose Wiley, a charming country girl happily engaged to Stephen Waterman, a down-to-earth country boy. Life seems perfect until the arrival of Claude Merril from Boston, who claims Roses love is holding Stephen back. This delightful coming-of-age tale explores love, ambition, and the challenges of growing up. (Summary by Charlotte Duckett) Cast Narrator/Mrs. Wiley Elizabeth Klett Stephen Waterman/Ike Billings Charlotte Duckett Rose Wiley Libby Gohn Mr. Wiley MaryAnn Under-Boss/Jed Towle/Long Abe/Bystanders/River Driver John Trevithick Ivory Dunn Beth Thomas Alcestis Crambry David Lawrence Mrs. Crambry/Mrs. Brooks/Teacher Caprisha Page Claude Merrill/Lije Dennett Amanda Friday Miss Dix Kathryn Tipton Mite Shapley Grace Garrett Rufus rookieblue Audio edited by Charlotte Duckett, Elizabeth Klett, Piotr Nater, Eden Rea-Hedrick, and Beth Thomas]]></description><guid isPermaLink="false">https://api.spreaker.com/episode/69315469</guid><pubDate>Tue, 06 Jan 2026 03:29:49 +0000</pubDate><enclosure url="https://dts.podtrac.com/redirect.mp3/api.spreaker.com/download/episode/69315469/009_the_serpent.mp3" length="5298176" type="audio/mpeg"/><podcast:transcript url="https://transcription.spreaker.com/starship/4a3b8035-222f-4aa6-af02-9815c0210781/4a3b8035-222f-4aa6-af02-9815c0210781.srt" type="application/x-subrip" language="en"/><podcast:transcript url="https://transcription.spreaker.com/starship/4a3b8035-222f-4aa6-af02-9815c0210781/4a3b8035-222f-4aa6-af02-9815c0210781.txt" type="text/plain" language="en"/><podcast:transcript url="https://transcription.spreaker.com/starship/4a3b8035-222f-4aa6-af02-9815c0210781/4a3b8035-222f-4aa6-af02-9815c0210781.vtt" type="text/vtt" language="en"/><itunes:author>Kate Douglas Wiggin</itunes:author><itunes:subtitle>Meet Rose Wiley, a charming country girl happily engaged to Stephen Waterman, a down-to-earth country boy. Life seems perfect until the arrival of Claude Merril from Boston, who claims Roses love is holding Stephen back. This delightful coming-of-age...</itunes:subtitle><itunes:summary><![CDATA[Meet Rose Wiley, a charming country girl happily engaged to Stephen Waterman, a down-to-earth country boy. Life seems perfect until the arrival of Claude Merril from Boston, who claims Roses love is holding Stephen back. This delightful coming-of-age tale explores love, ambition, and the challenges of growing up. 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Life seems perfect until the arrival of Claude Merril from Boston, who claims Roses love is holding Stephen back. This delightful coming-of-age tale explores love, ambition, and the challenges of growing up. (Summary by Charlotte Duckett) Cast Narrator/Mrs. Wiley Elizabeth Klett Stephen Waterman/Ike Billings Charlotte Duckett Rose Wiley Libby Gohn Mr. Wiley MaryAnn Under-Boss/Jed Towle/Long Abe/Bystanders/River Driver John Trevithick Ivory Dunn Beth Thomas Alcestis Crambry David Lawrence Mrs. Crambry/Mrs. Brooks/Teacher Caprisha Page Claude Merrill/Lije Dennett Amanda Friday Miss Dix Kathryn Tipton Mite Shapley Grace Garrett Rufus rookieblue Audio edited by Charlotte Duckett, Elizabeth Klett, Piotr Nater, Eden Rea-Hedrick, and Beth Thomas]]></description><guid isPermaLink="false">https://api.spreaker.com/episode/69315468</guid><pubDate>Tue, 06 Jan 2026 03:29:43 +0000</pubDate><enclosure url="https://dts.podtrac.com/redirect.mp3/api.spreaker.com/download/episode/69315468/008_the_garden_of_eden.mp3" length="4034048" type="audio/mpeg"/><podcast:transcript url="https://transcription.spreaker.com/starship/7d76d573-97a2-48af-818c-26a55ab7de31/7d76d573-97a2-48af-818c-26a55ab7de31.srt" type="application/x-subrip" language="en"/><podcast:transcript url="https://transcription.spreaker.com/starship/7d76d573-97a2-48af-818c-26a55ab7de31/7d76d573-97a2-48af-818c-26a55ab7de31.txt" type="text/plain" language="en"/><podcast:transcript url="https://transcription.spreaker.com/starship/7d76d573-97a2-48af-818c-26a55ab7de31/7d76d573-97a2-48af-818c-26a55ab7de31.vtt" type="text/vtt" language="en"/><itunes:author>Kate Douglas Wiggin</itunes:author><itunes:subtitle>Meet Rose Wiley, a charming country girl happily engaged to Stephen Waterman, a down-to-earth country boy. Life seems perfect until the arrival of Claude Merril from Boston, who claims Roses love is holding Stephen back. This delightful coming-of-age...</itunes:subtitle><itunes:summary><![CDATA[Meet Rose Wiley, a charming country girl happily engaged to Stephen Waterman, a down-to-earth country boy. Life seems perfect until the arrival of Claude Merril from Boston, who claims Roses love is holding Stephen back. This delightful coming-of-age tale explores love, ambition, and the challenges of growing up. (Summary by Charlotte Duckett) Cast Narrator/Mrs. Wiley Elizabeth Klett Stephen Waterman/Ike Billings Charlotte Duckett Rose Wiley Libby Gohn Mr. Wiley MaryAnn Under-Boss/Jed Towle/Long Abe/Bystanders/River Driver John Trevithick Ivory Dunn Beth Thomas Alcestis Crambry David Lawrence Mrs. Crambry/Mrs. Brooks/Teacher Caprisha Page Claude Merrill/Lije Dennett Amanda Friday Miss Dix Kathryn Tipton Mite Shapley Grace Garrett Rufus rookieblue Audio edited by Charlotte Duckett, Elizabeth Klett, Piotr Nater, Eden Rea-Hedrick, and Beth Thomas]]></itunes:summary><itunes:duration>505</itunes:duration><itunes:keywords>ambition,choice,coming-of-age,conflict,country,dreams,growth,love,relationships,youth</itunes:keywords><itunes:explicit>false</itunes:explicit><itunes:image href="https://d3wo5wojvuv7l.cloudfront.net/t_rss_itunes_square_1400/images.spreaker.com/original/77fa44d9e63751131ad2a263e1d6d6ee.jpg"/><itunes:episodeType>full</itunes:episodeType></item><item><title>007 - The Little House</title><link>https://www.spreaker.com/episode/007-the-little-house--69315467</link><description><![CDATA[Meet Rose Wiley, a charming country girl happily engaged to Stephen Waterman, a down-to-earth country boy. Life seems perfect until the arrival of Claude Merril from Boston, who claims Roses love is holding Stephen back. This delightful coming-of-age tale explores love, ambition, and the challenges of growing up. (Summary by Charlotte Duckett) Cast Narrator/Mrs. Wiley Elizabeth Klett Stephen Waterman/Ike Billings Charlotte Duckett Rose Wiley Libby Gohn Mr. Wiley MaryAnn Under-Boss/Jed Towle/Long Abe/Bystanders/River Driver John Trevithick Ivory Dunn Beth Thomas Alcestis Crambry David Lawrence Mrs. Crambry/Mrs. Brooks/Teacher Caprisha Page Claude Merrill/Lije Dennett Amanda Friday Miss Dix Kathryn Tipton Mite Shapley Grace Garrett Rufus rookieblue Audio edited by Charlotte Duckett, Elizabeth Klett, Piotr Nater, Eden Rea-Hedrick, and Beth Thomas]]></description><guid isPermaLink="false">https://api.spreaker.com/episode/69315467</guid><pubDate>Tue, 06 Jan 2026 03:29:40 +0000</pubDate><enclosure url="https://dts.podtrac.com/redirect.mp3/api.spreaker.com/download/episode/69315467/007_the_little_house.mp3" length="5033984" type="audio/mpeg"/><podcast:transcript url="https://transcription.spreaker.com/starship/83cf89a5-1a95-4c5b-9abd-8fb4e745216f/83cf89a5-1a95-4c5b-9abd-8fb4e745216f.srt" type="application/x-subrip" language="en"/><podcast:transcript url="https://transcription.spreaker.com/starship/83cf89a5-1a95-4c5b-9abd-8fb4e745216f/83cf89a5-1a95-4c5b-9abd-8fb4e745216f.txt" type="text/plain" language="en"/><podcast:transcript url="https://transcription.spreaker.com/starship/83cf89a5-1a95-4c5b-9abd-8fb4e745216f/83cf89a5-1a95-4c5b-9abd-8fb4e745216f.vtt" type="text/vtt" language="en"/><itunes:author>Kate Douglas Wiggin</itunes:author><itunes:subtitle>Meet Rose Wiley, a charming country girl happily engaged to Stephen Waterman, a down-to-earth country boy. Life seems perfect until the arrival of Claude Merril from Boston, who claims Roses love is holding Stephen back. This delightful coming-of-age...</itunes:subtitle><itunes:summary><![CDATA[Meet Rose Wiley, a charming country girl happily engaged to Stephen Waterman, a down-to-earth country boy. Life seems perfect until the arrival of Claude Merril from Boston, who claims Roses love is holding Stephen back. This delightful coming-of-age tale explores love, ambition, and the challenges of growing up. (Summary by Charlotte Duckett) Cast Narrator/Mrs. Wiley Elizabeth Klett Stephen Waterman/Ike Billings Charlotte Duckett Rose Wiley Libby Gohn Mr. Wiley MaryAnn Under-Boss/Jed Towle/Long Abe/Bystanders/River Driver John Trevithick Ivory Dunn Beth Thomas Alcestis Crambry David Lawrence Mrs. Crambry/Mrs. Brooks/Teacher Caprisha Page Claude Merrill/Lije Dennett Amanda Friday Miss Dix Kathryn Tipton Mite Shapley Grace Garrett Rufus rookieblue Audio edited by Charlotte Duckett, Elizabeth Klett, Piotr Nater, Eden Rea-Hedrick, and Beth Thomas]]></itunes:summary><itunes:duration>630</itunes:duration><itunes:keywords>ambition,choice,coming-of-age,conflict,country,dreams,growth,love,relationships,youth</itunes:keywords><itunes:explicit>false</itunes:explicit><itunes:image href="https://d3wo5wojvuv7l.cloudfront.net/t_rss_itunes_square_1400/images.spreaker.com/original/77fa44d9e63751131ad2a263e1d6d6ee.jpg"/><itunes:episodeType>full</itunes:episodeType></item><item><title>006 - Hearts and Other Hearts</title><link>https://www.spreaker.com/episode/006-hearts-and-other-hearts--69315466</link><description><![CDATA[Meet Rose Wiley, a charming country girl happily engaged to Stephen Waterman, a down-to-earth country boy. Life seems perfect until the arrival of Claude Merril from Boston, who claims Roses love is holding Stephen back. This delightful coming-of-age tale explores love, ambition, and the challenges of growing up. 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Life seems perfect until the arrival of Claude Merril from Boston, who claims Roses love is holding Stephen back. This delightful coming-of-age tale explores love, ambition, and the challenges of growing up. 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Life seems perfect until the arrival of Claude Merril from Boston, who claims Roses love is holding Stephen back. This delightful coming-of-age tale explores love, ambition, and the challenges of growing up. 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Life seems perfect until the arrival of Claude Merril from Boston, who claims Roses love is holding Stephen back. This delightful coming-of-age tale explores love, ambition, and the challenges of growing up. 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Life seems perfect until the arrival of Claude Merril from Boston, who claims Roses love is holding Stephen back. This delightful coming-of-age tale explores love, ambition, and the challenges of growing up. 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(Summary by Charlotte Duckett) Cast Narrator/Mrs. Wiley Elizabeth Klett Stephen Waterman/Ike Billings Charlotte Duckett Rose Wiley Libby Gohn Mr. Wiley MaryAnn Under-Boss/Jed Towle/Long Abe/Bystanders/River Driver John Trevithick Ivory Dunn Beth Thomas Alcestis Crambry David Lawrence Mrs. Crambry/Mrs. Brooks/Teacher Caprisha Page Claude Merrill/Lije Dennett Amanda Friday Miss Dix Kathryn Tipton Mite Shapley Grace Garrett Rufus rookieblue Audio edited by Charlotte Duckett, Elizabeth Klett, Piotr Nater, Eden Rea-Hedrick, and Beth Thomas]]></itunes:summary><itunes:duration>850</itunes:duration><itunes:keywords>ambition,choice,coming-of-age,conflict,country,dreams,growth,love,relationships,youth</itunes:keywords><itunes:explicit>false</itunes:explicit><itunes:image href="https://d3wo5wojvuv7l.cloudfront.net/t_rss_itunes_square_1400/images.spreaker.com/original/77fa44d9e63751131ad2a263e1d6d6ee.jpg"/><itunes:episodeType>full</itunes:episodeType></item><item><title>001 - The Pine and the Rose</title><link>https://www.spreaker.com/episode/001-the-pine-and-the-rose--69315458</link><description><![CDATA[Meet Rose Wiley, a charming country girl happily engaged to Stephen Waterman, a down-to-earth country boy. Life seems perfect until the arrival of Claude Merril from Boston, who claims Roses love is holding Stephen back. This delightful coming-of-age tale explores love, ambition, and the challenges of growing up. (Summary by Charlotte Duckett) Cast Narrator/Mrs. Wiley Elizabeth Klett Stephen Waterman/Ike Billings Charlotte Duckett Rose Wiley Libby Gohn Mr. Wiley MaryAnn Under-Boss/Jed Towle/Long Abe/Bystanders/River Driver John Trevithick Ivory Dunn Beth Thomas Alcestis Crambry David Lawrence Mrs. Crambry/Mrs. Brooks/Teacher Caprisha Page Claude Merrill/Lije Dennett Amanda Friday Miss Dix Kathryn Tipton Mite Shapley Grace Garrett Rufus rookieblue Audio edited by Charlotte Duckett, Elizabeth Klett, Piotr Nater, Eden Rea-Hedrick, and Beth Thomas]]></description><guid isPermaLink="false">https://api.spreaker.com/episode/69315458</guid><pubDate>Tue, 06 Jan 2026 03:29:07 +0000</pubDate><enclosure url="https://dts.podtrac.com/redirect.mp3/api.spreaker.com/download/episode/69315458/001_the_pine_and_the_rose.mp3" length="6445568" type="audio/mpeg"/><itunes:author>Kate Douglas Wiggin</itunes:author><itunes:subtitle>Meet Rose Wiley, a charming country girl happily engaged to Stephen Waterman, a down-to-earth country boy. 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