The best sci-fi horror audiobooks of all time
A little bit spooky, a little bit sci-fi, these listens offer fans of speculative fiction the best of both worlds.
An unabashed nerd, Sam (she/her) can’t get enough of sci-fi, fantasy, and horror—but she likes to dabble in thrillers and memoirs as well. Her favorite listening activities include knitting, video gaming, and taking aimless walks. When not listening, she’s writing, playing D&D, and counting down the days until October. Brooklyn-born, she now lives in St. Louis with her family. In her decade-long career at Audible, she’s worn many hats—but editor has been her absolute favorite. You can subscribe to her Sci-fi & Fantasy newsletter here.
Favorite listens of 2025 (so far)
All-time favorites
These enduring tales of good and evil enchant us all over again in brand new ways, thanks to the minds of some of today’s most imaginative writers.
Here’s what science fiction and fantasy fans should have on their radar this month.
The writer of "The Martian" wows with world-ending stakes and an unexpected bromance in his new interstellar thriller, "Project Hail Mary."
With 'The Armies of Those I Love,' the award-winning sci-fi and fantasy writer illustrates how the stories passed between generations can become our mythology. Plus! Liu discusses his perspective on translation and his epic The Dandelion Dynasty fantasy series.
The Nebula- and Hugo Award-winning writer traces a young heroine’s discovery of her terrifying powers in ‘Remote Control,’ a new sci-fi novella that expands on Okorafor’s signature themes.
With 'The Armies of Those I Love,' the award-winning sci-fi and fantasy writer illustrates how the stories passed between generations can become our mythology.
Editor Sam shares a list of inspirational commencement speeches for those graduates who will be having a less-than-ordinary graduation season this year.
The noted sci-fi author shares why they love talking about the intersection of science, technology, and culture, and how heavily Riot Grrrl music influenced their latest book.
Our own sci-fi editor, Sam Danis, got married last year in the most on-brand of ways: with readings from the works of Douglas Adams and Margaret Atwood, and spaceship-themed wedding tables.
The critically acclaimed author talks with our Sci-fi and Fantasy editor Sam Danis about the first book in his epic new trilogy, and shares how it continues his tradition of nuanced, intricate works that are perfect for audio.
Two years after he published his second novel, the talented author is seeing his complex Nigeria-set work get new life. He shares what it all means with editor Sam Pagan.
