Journey there and back again with "The Hobbit"
J.R.R. Tolkien's classic fantasy tale of adventure is a feast for the imagination, uniquely capable of enthralling listeners young and old.
Reviews
"Project Hail Mary" is the intergalactic bromance we didn't know we needed
Andy Weir's third novel matches wits with his breakout success, The Martian—and adds a whole lot of heart.
"The Fault in Our Stars" brilliantly explores the art form of being alive
Banned from middle schools across the country due to its themes of death, illness, and physical romance, this powerful young adult novel demands to be listened to.
"One Flew Over the Cuckoo's Nest" continues to challenge the status quo
Ken Kesey's legendary novel challenges readers with its biting critique of mental health services and American culture at large.
Mary Shelley's "Frankenstein" is an essential guide to grieving the dead creatively
Despite its influence on horror tales and films, the Gothic novel that gave birth to the science fiction genre tells a deeply human story.
"The Color Purple" is a wrenching yet spirit-affirming novel about resilience, redemption, and love
Breaking the silence surrounding domestic and sexual abuse, Alice Walker's Pulitzer Prize-winning novel continues to inspire for its portrayals of strong Black women, including its young heroine, Celie.
"Becoming" will be one for the history books
Michelle Obama, America’s first Black First Lady, will continue to inspire many generations to come as an example of a purposeful, extraordinary life.
"To All the Boys I've Loved Before" is about more than young love
Jenny Han's YA romance exploring themes of family, sisterhood, integrity, and, yes, first love, is a sweet, uplifting listen for all ages.
"When Dimple Met Rishi" offers a fresh, romantic take on traditional matchmaking
Sandhya Menon's YA rom-com deftly tackles the challenges of navigating cultural differences through the blossoming love story between two Indian American teens.
Neurodiversity meets passion in "The Kiss Quotient"
Helen Hoang's acclaimed debut novel is a relatable, love-affirming listen centered on a smart, driven autistic woman.
"In Cold Blood" is still the gold standard in true crime
Read to chilling perfection by acclaimed narrator Scott Brick, Truman Capote's 1966 masterpiece remains the nonfiction crime narrative to beat.
The atomic rise of "Atomic Habits"
James Clear's title is one of the most popular self-development audiobooks in the world, with leaders like Brené Brown, Ariana Huffington, and Gayle King among its biggest fans.