Horror to the People!

Since the beginning of time, Black people have made amazing strides in history. From societal milestones to cultural advancements, strides have been consistently made by African and Black Americans to date. For Black History Month, I wanted to highlight some powerful Black voices making their mysterious mark on my favorite genre. Discover these hidden gems from these unique voices! —Nicole, Audible Editor

Lakewood by Megan Giddings

A terrifying debut that will convert your medical fears into reality.

Pleasantville by Attica Locke

Attica Locke delivers the follow-up to her debut suspense thriller Black Water Rising.

Land of Shadows by Rachel Howzell Hall

Detective Lou must crack the case before she becomes the next victim.

The Good House by Tananarive Due

Angela is tasked with battling the ancient demonic power that plagues her late grandmother's home.

Deadly Reigns I by Teri Woods

The Reigns brothers aren't too eager to give up the reins on their billion-dollar crime business.

Skin Folk by Nalo Hopkinson

A Caribbean folklore anthology ranging from sci-fi to horror brought to listeners by Nalo Hopkinson.

We Cast a Shadow by Maurice Carlos Ruffin

A frightening and satirical novel about the length one will go to achieve societal perfection.

Brown Girl in the Ring by Nalo Hopkinson

Nalo Hopkinson debuts an Afro-Caribbean dystopian tale of privilege and organ harvesting.

The Crazy Kill by Chester Himes

Notable thriller author Chester Himes brings to listeners the Grave Digger and Coffin Ed series.

Nana by Brandon Massey

Like a dream, Monica finally got the chance to meet her birth mother Nana. Like a nightmare, Nana stayed.

The Ballad of Black Tom by Victor LaValle

Magic. Sorceresses. Invisible guitar case, oh my! Tom isn't in Kansas, he's in New York.

American Spy by Lauren Wilkinson

An NAACP Image Award-nominated espionage thriller inspired by the life of Thomas Sankara a.k.a. Africa's Che Guevera.