Listens on the identity, history, and future of the American South
Steeped in the region's multilayered cultural history, the storytelling tradition of the American South is as rich and lyrical as it is deeply complex.
Literary Fiction
“Witch King” Is Martha Wells’ Triumphant Return to Fantasy
The award-winning writer of the Murderbot Diaries talks about her new listen, how her childhood inspired her characters, and the importance of injecting humor into the rich, complex worlds she creates.
"The Covenant of Water" is worth the wait and worth your time
Abraham Verghese returns with a multigenerational family saga that’s getting plenty of hype. The praise is much deserved.
Kelly Link's delightfully weird fables are read by a fairy tale cast
With a bananas assemblage of vocal talent, the surreal "Black Cat, White Dog" showcases the author's exhilarating mastery of short fiction.
With Her Stories, Rachel Joyce Finds Hope and Renewal in the Face of Grief
The bestselling author, who closes her Harold Fry trilogy with “Maureen,” discusses personal journeys, sticky closets, and how writers act as therapists for their characters.
Bushra Rehman’s novel is a coming-of-age gem about growing up queer and Muslim in America
Author, poet, and activist Bushra Rehman’s “Roses, In The Mouth of a Lion” is an autofiction exploration of finding your family—and your true self.
Best of the Year: The 15 Best Fiction Listens of 2022
Get lost in the story and discover this year’s best fiction.
"Nightcrawling" gives voice to a real life tragedy—and a debut author’s triumph
Leila Mottley’s captivating first novel, which she started writing at just 17, turns its ripped-from-the-headlines premise into a wholly compelling work of fiction.
Welcome to Oddible
Ready for weird? These listens go there.
Nina LaCour Savors the Rich Pairing of Beauty and Sadness
From the award-winning YA author comes her debut adult novel about two women who find each other after long journeys of tragedy and hardship. Steeped in an appreciation for the tangibly beautiful things in life, Nina LaCour cultivates a world that is at once painful and lovely, sad and joyful.
John Waters Still Believes in the Basic Goodness of People
“I love the worlds that I'm making fun of—so that's the difference,” the Pope of Trash explains upon the release of his debut novel.
Best of Spring 2022
The editors discuss some of their most anticipated listens of the season.