Alanna McAuliffe
Alanna is a writer and editor whose favorite stories are empathetic, human-focused nonfiction narratives and works of long-form investigative journalism. When she's not writing, reading, or listening, she can be found curating her record collection, baking elaborately decorated pastries, or obsessively poring over Star Wars fan theories.
Happy Cicada Season! Welcome Brood X with These Buzzy Throwback Best Sellers
Every 17 years, the periodical cicadas known as "Brood X" emerge from the ground in regions across the Eastern US. To make them feel at home, we present our favorite listens from past cycles—and some new recommendations to bring them up to date.
Go Behind the Scenes of the Small Screen with These Television Tell-Alls
From retrospective podcasts to deep-dive cultural analyses, these listens will take you onto the set and into the writers' rooms of some of your favorite TV shows.
Frighteningly Easy DIY Halloween Costumes Based on Our Favorite Listens
Whether you're planning months ahead or looking for a last minute Halloween costume, we’ve got you covered with costumes inspired by some of our favorite listens.
Listening Recommendations to Pair with 2020 Prime Film Releases
There's no shortage of exciting films being released by Amazon Studios this year—and we've found just the listens to pair with them while you wait, based on your favorite genres. Whether you're on the lookout for a new listen to add to your library or a new movie to add to your watchlist, we've compiled a handy guide sure to help you find just what you're looking for.
Remembering Carrie Fisher with Our Favorite Quips and Quotes from Her Writings
The late Star Wars star's legacy lives on forever in her candid memoirs and incisive fiction. Read on for 30 of Carrie Fisher's best quotes.
5+ of the Biggest Revelations for Green Day Fans from Billie Joe Armstrong's Memoir
In 'Welcome to My Panic,' Armstrong leads listeners through defining moments from both his personal life and Green Day’s journey with the same soul that makes him a force onstage.
The Lord of the Rings: The Fellowship Members, Explained
The Fellowship of the Ring is undoubtely one of the most iconic groups of heroes in literary history. Here's your essential guide to the nine members of the Fellowship and some recommendations for further listening.
The Definitive Guide to the Canonical Star Wars Timeline
Separated into the six official eras recently defined by Lucasfilm, this unofficial Star Wars canon timeline explainer offers a brief illumination of each period and the stories set within each respective span.
Princess Leia Organa: A Star Wars Character Guide
From a royal childhood to her work with the Resistance, here's our essential guide to everything you need to know about Leia Organa.
'The Shining': Book vs. Movie
A story of the ghosts and ghouls that linger both in the shadows and within ourselves, Stephen King’s *The Shining* is among his best. But how does his classic compare with Stanley Kubrick’s much-lauded 1980 film adaptation?
'Jurassic Park': Book vs. Movie
Michael Crichton's 1990 sci-fi best seller became a cultural phenomenon with Steven Spielberg's 1993 blockbuster film adaptation. But what are the key differences between the novel and the movie?
Our Editors Reveal: The Listens that Got Us Hooked
From time travel to true crime to tech exposés, these are the listens that jump-started our audio journeys.