When it comes to listening—to our customers and to Audible books—our Customer Care team is tops. From great stories that hit home to ones that will transport you to somewhere else entirely, here are their go-to recommendations sure to exceed your expectations.
African-American Fiction
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Sugar
- De: Bernice L. McFadden
- Narrado por: Myra Lucretia Taylor
- Duración: 8 h y 44 m
- Versión completa
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General1,635
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Narración:1,449
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Historia1,443
Sugar arrives in the small town of Bigelow, Arkansas, like an ominous storm. She saunters down the street in a blonde wig and spiked heels, cigarette dangling between red-painted lips. Without even speaking to her, the women in town hate her. But when she moves in next door to Pearl, a woman who tragically lost her daughter 15 years earlier, the two women bond over tragic pasts.
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Wow wow wow
- De brenda transon en 27-08-19
Recommended by Quianda D.
This is one of my favorite listens because it draws you in from the beginning—from incredible the narration to the whirlwind of emotions that touches on so many different elements. Love, hate, suspense, drama and tragedy are all beautifully woven together by the author. The characters come to life and seems like you’re right by their side throughout the entire story. This Audible book is definitely a winner!
Contemporary Fiction
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Someday, Someday, Maybe
- A Novel
- De: Lauren Graham
- Narrado por: Lauren Graham
- Duración: 8 h y 27 m
- Versión completa
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General3,409
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Narración:3,130
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Historia3,124
From Lauren Graham, the beloved star of Gilmore Girls and Parenthood, comes a witty, charming, and hilariously relatable debut novel about a struggling young actress trying to get ahead--and keep it together--in New York City. It’s January 1995, and Franny Banks has just six months left of...
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A Fun read
- De Elisa en 05-05-13
Recommended by Patty C.
The character in Someday, Someday Maybe, like myself, is far from home and trying to be successful in a new, big city. It really resonated with me and shows how you can expect your life will be one way, and then with some help from the universe and hard work, things can surprisingly change and still work out in the best way.
Bios & Memoirs
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Dapper Dan: Made in Harlem
- A Memoir
- De: Daniel R. Day
- Narrado por: Omari Hardwick, Daniel R. Day
- Duración: 8 h y 30 m
- Versión completa
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General2,399
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Narración:2,105
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Historia2,099
NEW YORK TIMES BESTSELLER “Dapper Dan is a legend, an icon, a beacon of inspiration to many in the Black community. His story isn’t just about fashion. It’s about tenacity, curiosity, artistry, hustle, love, and a singular determination to live our dreams out loud.”—Ava DuVernay...
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Textbook for the Ages
- De Joël j. Sylvain en 13-07-19
Recommended by Parris B.
This listen is a personal favorite because Dapper Dan’s memoir incorporated so much of his Harlem childhood and captured the essence of perseverance. So much so, that if you closed your eyes, you can picture the scenery and the harsh realities he had to overcome, and that to me, is what makes a good storyteller. Anyone wanting to pursue their dreams and understand the makings of strength will love this book. It also helps that actor Omari Hardwick, of the TV Series “Power,” narrates alongside Dapper Dan!
Bios & Memoirs
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A Piece of Cake
- A Memoir
- De: Cupcake Brown
- Narrado por: Cupcake Brown
- Duración: 5 h y 32 m
- Versión resumida
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General181
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Narración:139
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Historia137
Eleven-year-old Cupcake Brown woke up on the bicentennial and found her mother still in bed. She struggled to wake her up, pushing and pulling until she managed to tug her mother's lifeless corpse onto her own small body, crushing her beneath its dead weight. After squeezing out from under her...
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Great read!
- De Kathy en 01-07-19
Recommended by Omayra M.
I love this listen because it is a story of heartbreak, but highlights the power of change. Reading and listening to the title simultaneously helped me to understand my purpose and know that I should value life more.
Bios & Memoirs
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I Can't Make This Up
- Life Lessons
- De: Neil Strauss - contributor, Kevin Hart
- Narrado por: Kevin Hart
- Duración: 11 h y 15 m
- Versión completa
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General56,455
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Narración:50,844
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Historia50,588
Superstar comedian and Hollywood box-office star Kevin Hart turns his immense talent to the written word by writing some words. Some of those words include: the, a, for, above, and even even. Put them together and you have the funniest, most heartfelt, and most inspirational memoir on survival, success, and the importance of believing in yourself since Old Yeller.
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Best Audiobook I Ever Listened To
- De Sam Clear en 13-07-17
Recommended by Jaquan W.
This audiobook is refreshing and real—it can be sad at one moment and make you laugh the next. I found it relatable in many aspects like when he was talking about how he and his independent mother would take the bus everywhere. It’s a roller coaster ride with Kevin Hart’s voice and my go-to recommendation to our customers... they always enjoy it.
Bios & Memoirs
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We're Going to Need More Wine
- Stories That Are Funny, Complicated, and True
- De: Gabrielle Union
- Narrado por: Gabrielle Union
- Duración: 7 h y 48 m
- Versión completa
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General23,086
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Narración:20,523
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Historia20,469
NEW YORK TIMES BESTSELLER Nominated for the NAACP Image Award for Outstanding Literary Work Named a Best Book of the Year by The Root Chosen by Emma Straub as a Best New Celebrity Memoir “A book of essays as raw and honest as anyone has ever produced.” — Lena Dunham, Lenny Letter In the...
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👏🏾👏🏾 thank you. Thank You. THANK YOU!! #BRAVO
- De Kenneisha T. en 22-11-17
Recommended by Nicole S.
Gabrielle Union’s memoir speaks to the plight of the African American woman—our fears, our triumphs and our reality. I felt as though Gabrielle took a page of my life, and read it back to me. It was a truly captivating listen.
Romance Fantasy
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Outlander
- Outlander, Book 1
- De: Diana Gabaldon
- Narrado por: Davina Porter
- Duración: 32 h y 38 m
- Versión completa
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General80,130
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Narración:68,104
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Historia67,832
Why we think it’s a great listen: An all-time Audible favorite that mixes historic fiction, adventure, and romance with one of the most fascinating literary devices: time travel. Outlander introduces an exhilarating world of heroism and breathtaking thrills as one woman is torn between past and present, passion and love. In 1945, former combat nurse Claire Randall returns from World War II and joins her husband for a second honeymoon. But their blissful reunion is shattered....
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The Time Travel VS Romance Quandary
- De Sara en 10-09-14
Recommended by Muriel G.
My go-to recommendation is the entire Outlander series due to the fact that one of my customers (a husband and wife duo) suggested it to me many years ago. I was pleasantly surprised to hear that the hubby was so into the Scottish clans, historical references, and intrigue while the wife loved how Claire and Jamie, the star-crossed lovers, overcame all their adventures.
Bios & Memoirs
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Let Love Have the Last Word
- De: Common
- Narrado por: Common
- Duración: 5 h
- Versión completa
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General2,802
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Narración:2,456
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Historia2,456
“An insightful memoir that uncovers unique stories about matters of the heart.” —Essence The inspiring New York Times bestseller from Common—the Grammy Award, Academy Award, and Golden Globe–winning musician, actor, and activist—explores how love and mindfulness can build communities...
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Growth. Challenge. Love. Fulfillment.
- De Hanif Abdur-Rahim en 11-05-19
Recommended by Shanita D.
Listening to this memoir was my favorite Audible experience (so far) because it’s a creative and heartfelt journey through the life of Common, a well-known rapper, actor, and activist that I’ve admired for years. I love how he was able to tell his truth, his pain, his failures, his triumphs, his obstacles, and continuous journey to be better. He went through many trials and tribulations, but still had the drive to overcome and work at how to love more, and that to me is inspiring. Plus, hearing his music infused in the story makes the experience so entertaining!
Contemporary Fiction
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Racing in the Rain
- My Life as a Dog
- De: Garth Stein
- Narrado por: Henry Leyva
- Duración: 5 h y 43 m
- Versión completa
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General491
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Narración:420
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Historia424
Now a family friendly major motion picture from Fox 2000 Studios—featuring Milo Ventimiglia, Amanda Seyfried, and Kevin Costner as the voice of Enzo the dog! In this young readers’ edition of the New York Times bestselling adult novel The Art of Racing in the Rain, meet one funny mutt—Enzo...
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Young Adult Adaptation
- De JG|SF en 02-01-15
Recommended by Denise D.
As an animal lover (especially dogs), I absolutely loved this listen. It’s almost as if you can imagine your dog trying to speak with you, or staring at you lovingly while reading your most intricate thoughts. This story takes you on an adventure of the love between a man (Denny) and his dog (Enzo), who believes he is more human than dog, and then, Enzo having to adjust to life with Denny’s new family. If you love animals and can relate to their feelings, it’s a must listen!
Modern Drama
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Evil Eye
- De: Madhuri Shekar
- Narrado por: Nick Choksi, Harsh Nayyar, Annapurna Sriram, y otros
- Duración: 1 h y 38 m
- Grabación Original
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General32,842
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Narración:30,024
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Historia29,892
Pallavi is an aspiring writer living in California. Her mother, Usha, is thousands of miles away in Delhi - and obsessed with finding her daughter a husband. In Madhuri Shekar’s ingenious Evil Eye, hilarious back-and-forth via phone and social media takes a shocking, supernatural twist when Pallavi meets the perfect man - leading to a climactic showdown that will leave listeners on the edges of their seats.
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Holy Crap!
- De Avid Reader en 03-05-19
Recommended by Kat K.
Evil Eye is an audio play articulated through a series of phone calls and voice messages between a mother, who lives in India, and her daughter, who lives in America. This unique format had me hooked right from the beginning and intrigued me with all its twist and turns. This story is relatable to first generation individuals where even until today tradition is still trying to maintain its hold across cultures. Lesson from this listen: Always call your mother!
Bios & Memoirs
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Born to Run
- De: Bruce Springsteen
- Narrado por: Bruce Springsteen
- Duración: 18 h y 12 m
- Versión completa
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General11,023
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Narración:10,104
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Historia10,057
The revealing, wildly entertaining, and bestselling memoir from the legendary Bruce Springsteen, one of the greatest songwriters and performers of any era. Born to Run is the greatest rock ‘n’ roll story ever told. Essential reading for the 50th anniversary of Springsteen’s seminal album...
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Me Springsteen's book moved me beyond words...
- De Ellen O'Brien en 12-12-16
Recommended by Lou R.
Springsteen bares his soul in this memoir. Writing of his struggles and successes on and off stage, his unconventional, semi-dysfunctional upbringing, and his battles with depression and familial relationships. Listening to him narrate adds authenticity like no other. Like an epic Springsteen show, I didn’t want this listen to end. I highly recommend Born to Run to all—not just Springsteen fans.