Best of the Year

These breakout debuts are proof that the future of storytelling is remarkably bright!

From ruminations on addiction and recovery to genre-bending blends of biography and cultural criticism, these are 2022's best memoirs.

2022's top fantasies transported us to other worlds and realms through the power of voice.

This year's comedy got down to the core of what it means to be human.

These YA listens enamored us editors (from Gen Z to Gen X!) with their heart and dynamic storytelling.

From insights on the healing power of sound to tips for raising the next generation, these are 2022's best audiobooks and podcasts on the vital topic of well-being.

Twists, turns, and the darker side of storytelling.

Get lost in the story and discover this year’s best fiction.

More than shocking and chilling, our picks for the best true crime listens of 2022 will keep you riveted and leave you thinking.

The listens we fell in love with this year.

From one-man (and -woman!) shows, to multi-cast genre-benders, these were the most amazing performances from Audible Theater in 2022.