Dan Brown likes the way audiobooks slow him down
Admittedly a fast reader, he prefers listening because bigger ideas can breathe and settle, allowing him to absorb more.
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When listening to a book, Gabrielle Zevin finds it revelatory
She likes hearing authors narrate their own nonfiction work, but she prefers for someone else to do the job for her novels.
Chené Lawson sees audiobooks as a source of inspiration
A phrase, someone’s behavior, or theory: They are all muses to her.
Tanya Talaga appreciates author-read books
She believes when authors narrate, they reveal their own secrets.
Taylor Jenkins Reid doesn't mind getting lost in a story if the narrator knows the way
When she listens to a book, there's nothing like a great narrator to bring it to life.
David Baldacci believes listening to great stories can lead to a greater world
The bestselling author shares five books that made him a better person.
Navessa Allen has no problem hearing voices
For the romance author, listening is like escaping into a magical world where it's all good.
Jonathan Capehart shares five books that moved him
The Pulitzer Prize-winning journalist appreciates beautiful writing and compelling storytelling.
Maulik Pancholy knows just what he wants in audiobooks
Mysteries with humor, a nod to South Asian culture, and LGBTQIA+ characters are a must.
Joe Abercrombie shares 5 audiobooks his characters would love
According to the bestselling author, monsters, thieves, immortal knights, and other otherworldly beings would like these listens. Mere mortals might also.
For Carley Fortune, audiobooks turn everyday life into special moments to savor
Known for her contemporary romance fiction, the award-winning writer explains why listening to great stories makes her day.
Tia Williams loves getting away from it all with an audiobook
The bestselling author tells us about her favorite route for escapism and how these listens take her there.