I have listened to hundreds of audiobooks. These are the ones I always recommend sorted by genre.
Sections
4
Fiction
Nonfiction
Fantasy
Young Adult
Fiction
A humorous and tragic novel. Make sure to get the version narrated by Lin Manuel Miranda!
The Brief Wondrous Life of Oscar Wao Audiobook
One of my favorite books made even better with audio narration. A post-apocalyptic story centered on a group of theater performers.
Station Eleven
A retelling of the story of the goddess Circe from her own perspective. This one is fantastic as an audiobook.
Circe Audiobook by Madeline Miller
Another stunning book by Maggie O’Farrell. This one is about a young girl navigating Italian politics and intrigue in the 1500s.
The Marriage Portrait Audiobook
A celebrity cast reads Saunders’ stunning novel about the death of Abraham Lincoln’s young son during the Civil War. Truly one of the most unique, remarkable reading experiences of my life.
Lincoln in the Bardo Audiobook by George Saunders
Tom Hanks narrates this moving novel by Ann Patchett about two siblings and their childhood home. Great story and perfect narration.
The Dutch House Audiobook by Ann Patchett - A Novel
A gripping novel about a young girl alone in the woods of North America after escaping a colonial settlement.
The Vaster Wilds Audiobook by Lauren Groff - A Novel
This is the first of Strout’s Lucy Barton series. In this story, Lucy is an adult in the hospital reflecting on her childhood and early adult life. It’s so wonderful to get lost in this world.
My Name Is Lucy Barton Audiobook by Elizabeth Strout
My all-time favorite book and audiobook. I re-listen to it every year. A young woman gets swept up in the life of an older man. Can’t say more without spoiling the plot. A must-read!
Rebecca by Daphne du Maurier
Nonfiction
Erik Larson’s nonfiction reads like an engaging novel. This story is about the Chicago World Fair and a serial killer that lurked in its shadows.
The Devil in the White City: Murder & Madness
Any of Sedaris’s books are a treat, but this one is especially good. He reads all of the best stories he has published so far. Literally laugh out loud funny.
The Best of Me (Audible Audio Edition)
The charming Trevor Noah narrates his memoir. Funny and heartfelt.
Born a Crime Audiobook by Trevor Noah
Fantasy
A fantastical journey through the depths of London. One of my all-time favorites from the master of weird, Neil Gaiman.
Neverwhere Audiobook
Young Adult
Rachel McAdams narrates this classic story. A fun one to listen to with kids!
