Jami Attenberg Shares the Joy of Writing
In her debut memoir, Attenberg shows what it means to dedicate yourself to a creative life.
In "My Next Breath," Jeremy Renner recounts his remarkable recovery from a near-fatal accident
Lessons from a Romance Author: You Don't Have to be Perfect to Find Love
Alexandria House, writer of listener favorites such as "Temper Me" and "Let Me Love You," reminds us through her characters that everyone is imperfect, and everyone is deserving of love. Listen in as she discusses Black love, writing for audio, and her decision to set her Romey University series at an HBCU.
Hanya Yanagihara on Why Our Longing for Paradise Will Forever Disappoint
Spanning three centuries and several genres, “To Paradise” ponders what happens when we flee one broken utopia for another.
Danya Kukafka's serial killer story is not the one you've heard
With the twisty, multi-perspective 'Notes on an Execution,' the novelist subverts the usual crime narrative to devastating effect.
“South to America” journeys to the heart of the nation
Professor, scholar, and author Imani Perry highlights the submerged connections every American has to the largest region of the United States: the South.
"Maejor Frequency" Dissects the Healing Power of Good Vibes
In his Audible Original podcast, music producer Maejor consults with the experts to decode our deep connection to rhythm and the healing benefits of sound.
“Velorio” sounds the collective cry of anger and frustration from the aftermath of Hurricane Maria
Xavier Navarro Aquino was one of many Puerto Ricans impacted by the devastation of Hurricane Maria and subsequent lack of aid from the US government. His debut novel captures the reality of the aftermath, and what it means to be a contemporary subject of colonialism.
Noah Hawley’s Near-Future Thriller Is an Epic Dystopian Fable That Hits Close to Home
Known for his keen sense of dark realism, the Emmy- and Edgar-winning creator blends fairy tale elements and Vonnegut-esque humor in his action-packed “Anthem.”
In “Olga Dies Dreaming,” a Latina wedding planner is pitted against the wishes of her absent mother
With a heroine caught between a freedom-fighting mother and her own entrepreneurial ambitions, Xochitl Gonzalez’s debut novel asks, "Are we defined by the expectations of others?"
Wendy Walker’s ‘American Girl’ Solves a Murder with Neurodivergent Flair
On the cusp of womanhood, Wendy Walker’s neurodivergent protagonist is stopped in her tracks when she is listed as a suspect for a murder in her small town.
Paul Lieberstein Wrote His Space Comedy From a Place of Joy
The renowned writer of 'The Office' took a completely different approach to his creation process with 'Middlespace,' an anti-sci-fi comedy about a burned-out spaceship captain.
Malcolm Gladwell Elicits Anecdotes, Songs, and Creative Wisdom In 'Miracle and Wonder: Conversations with Paul Simon'
In a unique all-star collaboration, legendary songwriter Paul Simon spends quality time with best-selling author Malcolm Gladwell and music journalist Bruce Headlam to explore what the history of Paul’s songs says about the art of songwriting.