• Find a Way

  • By: Diana Nyad
  • Narrated by: Diana Nyad
  • Length: 12 hrs and 15 mins
  • 4.8 out of 5 stars (479 ratings)

Prime logo Prime members: New to Audible?
Get 2 free audiobooks during trial.
Pick 1 audiobook a month from our unmatched collection.
Listen all you want to thousands of included audiobooks, Originals, and podcasts.
Access exclusive sales and deals.
Premium Plus auto-renews for $14.95/mo after 30 days. Cancel anytime.
Find a Way  By  cover art

Find a Way

By: Diana Nyad
Narrated by: Diana Nyad
Try for $0.00

$14.95/month after 30 days. Cancel anytime.

Buy for $20.25

Buy for $20.25

Pay using card ending in
By confirming your purchase, you agree to Audible's Conditions of Use and Amazon's Privacy Notice. Taxes where applicable.

Publisher's summary

On September 2, 2013, at the age of 64, Diana Nyad emerged onto the sands of Key West after swimming 111 miles, nation to nation, Cuba to Florida, in an epic feat of both endurance and human will, in 53 hours. Diana carried three poignant messages on her way across this stretch of shark-infested waters, and she spoke them to the crowd in her moment of final triumph:

  1. Never, ever give up.
  2. You're never too old to chase your dreams.
  3. It looks like a solitary sport, but it's a team.

Millions of people around the world cheered this maverick on, moved by her undeniable tenacity to be the first to make the historic crossing without the aid of a shark cage. At the end of her magnificent journey, after 35 years and four crushing failures, the public found hope in Diana's perseverance. They were inspired by her mantra - find a way - that led her to realize a dream in her 60s that had eluded her as a young champion in peak form.

In Find a Way, Diana engages us with a unique, passionate story of this heroic adventure and the extraordinary life experiences that have served to carve her unwavering spirit.

Diana was a world champion in her 20s, setting the record for swimming around Manhattan Island along with other ocean-swim achievements, all of which rendered her a star at the time. Back then, she made the first attempt at the Mount Everest of swims, the Cuba Swim, but after 42 hours and 79 miles she was blown desperately off course. Her dream unfulfilled, she didn't swim another stroke for three decades.

©2015 Diana Nyad (P)2015 Random House Audio

Critic reviews

"Hearing [Nyad] tell her story in her own words adds another dimension to the endeavor, and the listener feels her single-minded dedication to her goal. Her description of the challenging circumstances she overcame early in her life is jarring, and makes her achievements even more impressive. Nyad also gives the listener glimpses of her mind while swimming by singing the songs that help her to maintain her stroke, counting in various languages, and yelping when stung by jellyfish." (AudioFile)

Featured Article: The Best Sports Audiobooks to Get You in the Game


Whether you’re a die-hard sports fanatic or a casual observer, you’ve likely felt the rush of adrenaline that comes from watching a world-class competitor at peak performance. Another way to capture the high energy of professional athletics? A sports audiobook with the perfect balance of substance and style. From rags-to-riches stories to tales of the biggest comebacks, these audiobooks will bring you closer to the game than ever before.

More from the same

What listeners say about Find a Way

Average customer ratings
Overall
  • 5 out of 5 stars
  • 5 Stars
    396
  • 4 Stars
    58
  • 3 Stars
    19
  • 2 Stars
    3
  • 1 Stars
    3
Performance
  • 5 out of 5 stars
  • 5 Stars
    374
  • 4 Stars
    49
  • 3 Stars
    9
  • 2 Stars
    4
  • 1 Stars
    4
Story
  • 5 out of 5 stars
  • 5 Stars
    363
  • 4 Stars
    54
  • 3 Stars
    13
  • 2 Stars
    7
  • 1 Stars
    2

Reviews - Please select the tabs below to change the source of reviews.

Sort by:
Filter by:
  • Overall
    5 out of 5 stars
  • Performance
    4 out of 5 stars
  • Story
    5 out of 5 stars

The best, most inspirational words you will find

Loved every minute. Changed my life.
I recommend this for everyone- to live on a higher level - to really live.

Something went wrong. Please try again in a few minutes.

You voted on this review!

You reported this review!

7 people found this helpful

  • Overall
    5 out of 5 stars
  • Performance
    5 out of 5 stars
  • Story
    5 out of 5 stars

A crazy, inspirational woman!

I am a Nyad groupie, so this was a must-listen for me. Nyad telling her own story is key to this book, I think. Even though I have followed all of her attempts on-line, and seen the video of her finish several times, hearing her read about this moment still made me teary. Nyad is the most impressive example I know, other than Holocaust survivors of putting mind over matter and staying focused on your goals. Onward!

Something went wrong. Please try again in a few minutes.

You voted on this review!

You reported this review!

6 people found this helpful

  • Overall
    5 out of 5 stars
  • Performance
    5 out of 5 stars
  • Story
    5 out of 5 stars

Awe Inspiring

Thanks to Diana, I'm now more resolved than ever to pursue my dreams. Never ever give up! Onward!

Something went wrong. Please try again in a few minutes.

You voted on this review!

You reported this review!

5 people found this helpful

  • Overall
    5 out of 5 stars
  • Performance
    5 out of 5 stars
  • Story
    5 out of 5 stars

So Very Inspiring!

This is one of the most amazing stories I’ve ever listened to! It inspired me to keep living life to the fullest and to not give into doubt. If you need a good story that will kickstart your inertia this is it! I loved the fact that Diana narrated it herself. It made it an even more personal account.

Something went wrong. Please try again in a few minutes.

You voted on this review!

You reported this review!

4 people found this helpful

  • Overall
    5 out of 5 stars
  • Performance
    5 out of 5 stars
  • Story
    5 out of 5 stars
  • B.
  • 10-20-17

Fabulous

Awe inspiring book. I have followed her endeavors over the years and was ecstatic over her finish. For my 70th year I am planning a 10 mile swim - a mere sprint compared to Diana’s swim but she gives me the courage and the will. Thank you Diana. I am glad you wrote the book. Hints, lessons, and encouragement!

Something went wrong. Please try again in a few minutes.

You voted on this review!

You reported this review!

4 people found this helpful

  • Overall
    5 out of 5 stars
  • Performance
    5 out of 5 stars
  • Story
    5 out of 5 stars

ONWARD

The story, well written and beautifully told by Diana herself will inspire you and move you to tears. Diana has become my hero through her living and telling this story. I hope you love it as much as I did.

Something went wrong. Please try again in a few minutes.

You voted on this review!

You reported this review!

4 people found this helpful

  • Overall
    5 out of 5 stars
  • Performance
    5 out of 5 stars
  • Story
    5 out of 5 stars

Captivating

No one could have performed this book better than Diana!!!! Her struggles, accomplishments and love for life were told so boldly and colorfully.

Something went wrong. Please try again in a few minutes.

You voted on this review!

You reported this review!

3 people found this helpful

  • Overall
    5 out of 5 stars
  • Performance
    5 out of 5 stars
  • Story
    5 out of 5 stars

NYAD swims to perfection

Would you consider the audio edition of Find a Way to be better than the print version?

Yes I would have never had time to read this book or any book...audio in the car is the way to go!

Who was your favorite character and why?

Diana Nyad - her strength and fortitude to stay with the dream

What about Diana Nyad’s performance did you like?

The inflection in her voice, placed you in the story with her.

Was there a moment in the book that particularly moved you?

Had to pull the car over for chapter 35. That got me!!!

Any additional comments?

Wonderful story too listen to and her reading the story invites you in and places you in the water with her.

Something went wrong. Please try again in a few minutes.

You voted on this review!

You reported this review!

3 people found this helpful

  • Overall
    5 out of 5 stars
  • Performance
    5 out of 5 stars
  • Story
    5 out of 5 stars

Inspiring story, great narration by the author

Would you listen to Find a Way again? Why?

Maybe, it's a great book-straightforward and well-edited, though I don't know how much I would gain from a second listen.

What did you like best about this story?

The honesty and authentic nature of the narration by Dyana, her story is compelling, and hearing her tell it, gives further depth to a great bio.

Which scene was your favorite?

Too many to count!

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

Nearly :)

Something went wrong. Please try again in a few minutes.

You voted on this review!

You reported this review!

3 people found this helpful

  • Overall
    5 out of 5 stars
  • Performance
    5 out of 5 stars
  • Story
    5 out of 5 stars

excellent and engaging

What an amazing story with beautiful narration by the author herself! I Really enjoyed this book!

Something went wrong. Please try again in a few minutes.

You voted on this review!

You reported this review!

3 people found this helpful