Stand Beautiful: A Story of Brokenness, Beauty and Embracing It All — Chloe Howard Audiobook
Story Brokenness Beauty Embracing: Stand Beautiful by Chloe Howard is an unabridged audiobook about bullying, self-doubt, and learning to embrace personal differences. Howard narrates her account of being bullied over a birth defect and speaking out to encourage others. The listing describes it for readers ages 12 and up and includes lessons learned and an author interview.
At a glance
- The author recounts being bullied about a birth defect and describes how the experience led her to address self-doubt and speak up for others.
- The listing says the book is intended to inspire young people ages 12 and up to challenge bullying, rethink beauty, and build self-empowerment.
- Includes a “Lessons Learned” section and an interview with Chloe, according to the listing.
Pros and cons
Pros
- Chloe Howard narrates her own unabridged story, keeping the personal account in the author’s voice.
- At 4 hours and 35 minutes, the listed listening time gives buyers a clear expectation for a focused audiobook.
Technical specifications
8 specifications| Format | Audiobook |
|---|---|
| Version | Unabridged |
| Listening length | 4 hours and 35 minutes |
| Narrator | Chloe Howard |
| Language | English |
| Author | Chloe Howard, see all |
|---|---|
| Publisher | Zonderkidz |
| Publication date | June 12, 2018 |
What to know before buying
- The listing frames the book around faith, including the message that readers are daughters of God, alongside themes of bullying and self-acceptance. Consider whether that perspective suits the listener.
Who is it for?
A good fit for
- Teens ages 12 and up seeking a personal story about bullying, self-acceptance, and perseverance.
- Listeners interested in a faith-oriented account narrated by its author.
Less suited to
- Listeners seeking a neutral or nonreligious treatment of self-esteem and bullying, as the listing includes an explicit Christian message.
Customer reviews on Amazon
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Customer feedback describes the book as inspiring, with comments highlighting its perspective-changing effect and a story of perseverance. That reaction may appeal to teen listeners looking for an encouraging personal account, though the feedback provided does not establish how every listener responds. The aggregate ratings are strongly positive overall, with a smaller share of lower ratings, but they do not explain the reasons behind those ratings.
Positive themes
- Customer feedback describes the book as inspiring and its story as one of perseverance.
Frequently asked questions
Who narrates Stand Beautiful?
The listing names Chloe Howard as both author and narrator.
How long is the audiobook?
The listed listening length is 4 hours and 35 minutes.
What themes does the book cover?
The listing describes a personal story of bullying and self-doubt, with messages about accepting differences, speaking up, and redefining beauty.
Is this audiobook aimed at teens?
The listing says it is intended to inspire young people ages 12 and up.
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