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As a southern girl living up North, I constantly miss the little things about home. The cicadas, the humidity (yes even that), the kind strangers who’ll open doors for me plus the seven other people behind me. Stories set in the South can feel a lot like home to me. It’s a varied region, encapsulating small towns, big cities, bayous, and beaches, but even still, you can find that famous southern hospitality on every doorstep. What a place to fall in love, isn’t it? – Melissa, Audible Editor

Always Be My Banshee

By: Molly Harper

Narrated by: Amanda Ronconi, Jonathan Davis

Series: Mystic Bayou, Book 4

Length: 7 hrs and 11 mins

Release date: 04-07-20

Language: English

4.5 out of 5 stars 9,433 ratings

"Harper continues to wow"

"Molly Harper does it again. I don’t know how, but she has me laughing out loud while walking the dog with every single books she writes. Humor in books is hard! Harper does it with natural ease and perfect timing. The worlds she builds are filled with so much more than romantic love promised by the romance premise. She builds communities full of characters that you want to invite over for a barbecue and hope will lick your forehead so you can be adopted too. I wish I could hang out in mystic bayou with the team. Also, Amanda Ronconi and Jonathan Davis knock it out of the park with their performances." – Nikki D., Audible Listener
The Wish Collector

By: Mia Sheridan

Narrated by: Zachary Webber, Virginia Rose

Length: 11 hrs and 20 mins

Release date: 03-12-19

Language: English

4.5 out of 5 stars 3,432 ratings

"Amazing doesn’t even cut it"

"This was one of the best books I’ve ever read. It is truly a Beauty and the Beast, but not in the main sense. Jonah is a man so full of self-loathing and doubt, but he is such a wonderful character that no matter how many times he says "I can't" or "no" he finds a way to push himself, all because of Clara. There’s plenty of tears, but also perseverance and hope. You will love every moment of this book and be sad when it’s over. Zachary and Virginia did an amazing job narrating this book. I want to read it again." – Chatsworth B., Audible Listener
No Ifs, and, or Bears About It

Grayslake: More Than Mated Series

By: Celia Kyle

Narrated by: Kendall Taylor

Series: Grayslake: More Than Mated, Book 1

Length: 7 hrs and 36 mins

Release date: 03-07-17

Language: English

4.5 out of 5 stars 857 ratings

"Will Mia accept Ty’s claim and can Ty keep his world safe?"

"…This book is the perfect blend between fun and mythical, sweet and steamy, with bursts of drama and danger thrown into the mix! I loved it when I read the book a while ago, and it was amazing to revisit the book through a listening experience. Mia is determined, sweet, protective, and I love that she’s experienced both the good and bad of shifters… Ty is just as protective and strong willed, but he also has the whole clan to worry about, too. I love his bear, and I love that he’s willing to do just about anything for Mia, and I loved that he was never afraid to fight for what’s his… Ms. Taylor did a great job bringing the characters to life and she put a lot of emotion into the characters, but sometimes her voices sounded too similar to each other. But this was a fantastic listen, I love this book and romance, and can’t wait to listen to more from this series!" – Jessica N., Audible Listener
Influential Magic

Crescent City Fae, Book 1

By: Deanna Chase

Narrated by: Gabra Zackman

Series: Crescent City Fae, Book 1

Length: 10 hrs and 26 mins

Release date: 07-15-13

Language: English

4 out of 5 stars 447 ratings

"A potential new favorite on my UF shelf"

"This new series stars Willow Rhoswen, owner of The Fated Cupcake and part-time vampire hunter for the Void. Oh, and she is also a faery—complete with wings and flight capabilities. Well, when she isn’t around vampires, whose walking death drains her earth magic, and thus her life force… The fantasy storyline is creative, well written, and believable as an alternative reality of a world which evolved under magical conditions, while still aligning closely with our own… And having listened to the Audible Edition, narrated by Gabra Zackman, one of my favorite narrators of all time, there was a whole other level of enjoyment that I was able to gain from the book… What's not to like?" – Leiah, Audible Listener

"I was nine when I saw my first ghost."

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"'...but I was working tonight, and flip-flops weren't really conducive to getting the job done, or hiding the things necessary to get said job done.'"

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The Restorer
"I was nine when I saw my first ghost."

Wicked
"'...but I was working tonight, and flip-flops weren't really conducive to getting the job done, or hiding the things necessary to get said job done.'"

Ain't He Precious?

By: Sawyer Bennett

Narrated by: Samantha Summers, Alexander Cendese, Lance Greenfield

Series: Sex and Sweet Tea, Book 1

Length: 4 hrs and 32 mins

Release date: 03-12-19

Language: English

4.5 out of 5 stars 390 ratings

"Fun series start"

"Ain’t He Precious is a sweet second chance romance with heat, emotion and a definite "swoon factor"! "I laugh. The people in this town are nuttier than squirrel sh*!." One of the things I love a small town romance for is the quirky characters that inhabit these towns. This author populates Whynot, North Carolina with some people who I know I’m going to want to read more about! I loved this story and can’t wait to read more of this series!" – Diane S., Audible Listener
Summer's Child

By: Diane Chamberlain

Narrated by: Carla Mercer-Meyer

Length: 12 hrs and 57 mins

Release date: 12-22-15

Language: English

4.5 out of 5 stars 2,180 ratings

"Intriguing Story of Baby Found on Beach"

"I loved this audio book by Diane Chamberlain. A newborn baby is found on the beach and the search for the mother begins. There are many female characters in this book and each one has a story which leads you to believe she is the mother of Shelly. A great beach read, especially if you live in the outer banks and barrier islands of North Carolina which is the location of the story. There are many twists and turns that are familiar to most of Ms. Chamberlain's books. I had a hard time pulling the earplugs from my ears as I just wanted to continue to the end of this book. Very entertaining, emotional, and heartwarming." – Christine, Audible Listener
Sweet Southern Nights

By: Rochelle Alers

Narrated by: Corey Allen

Series: The Eatons, Book 7

Length: 8 hrs and 53 mins

Release date: 06-22-12

Language: English

4.5 out of 5 stars 198 ratings

"True Love Story"

"Sweet Southern Nights was the ultimate love story. Two people not looking for love find each other and make wonderful music together." – Amazon Customer, Audible Listener
Isle of Palms

A Lowcountry Tale, Book 3

By: Dorothea Benton Frank

Narrated by: Robin Miles

Series: A Plantation Sequel, Book 3

Length: 18 hrs and 4 mins

Release date: 04-24-12

Language: English

4.5 out of 5 stars 963 ratings

"A GREAT LISTEN"

"I really, really enjoyed this book. Seamlessly written and the narration was a real pleasure to listen to. The book is long (but not at all boring) and gives the listener a chance to really get to know all the players. Well paced with complex, well developed characters, and at times funny, very funny (at one point I was laughing so hard I almost choked on my dinner!) But somewhat serious too, with a main protagonist that I could really relate to and commiserate with, as well as a number of messages of acceptance and redemption (non preachy). I found myself on the verge of tears towards the end as one particularly villainous character.....well, listen to the book. Definitely worth the time!" – escoocoo, Audible Listener
Carnal Innocence

By: Nora Roberts

Narrated by: Tom Stechschulte

Length: 17 hrs and 56 mins

Release date: 04-06-12

Language: English

4.5 out of 5 stars 5,497 ratings

"One of Her Best - Narration - SUPERB!!!"

"In Carnal Innocence author Nora Roberts has created a mesmerizing tale of madness, murder, and love in a small southern town of the bayou. Put into play is Caroline Waverly, a beautiful world renowned concert violinist who… has left the concert circuit, escaping to her late grandmother’s home in Innocence, Mississippi. Enter Caroline’s devastatingly handsome bad-boy neighbor - Tucker Longstreet. Big, beautiful with a devilish grin and the sexiest southern drawl ever. *** Lordy, lordy, but I have listened to Tom Stechschulte before and I have to say that NO ONE does sexy Southern drawls like Mr. Stechschulte! He is a master of making a written hero pop to life as one very SEXY heart throb - just by hearing that rich southern interpretation. Wow!... Loved every minute of this audiobook, the outstanding performance of Mr. Stechschulte and the entire cast of characters who made this ‘very hard to put down’ and immensely satisfying book!" – Marilyn R., Audible Listener

Magnolia Nights
By:Ashley Farley
Narrated by:Steven Menasche, Rachel Jacobs, Rebecca Gibel

"Ellie approached the Antebellum mansion with caution."

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"...and left her to suffer the consequences alone. 'Looks like rain,' he said..."

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"'I mean this with utter sincerity. I couldn't live with myself if anything ever happened to you, Abbey.'"

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"She could only hope it wasn't true. Bringing Johnson to justice had become more than a job..."

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Magnolia Nights
"Ellie approached the Antebellum mansion with caution."

I'll Stand by You
"...and left her to suffer the consequences alone. 'Looks like rain,' he said..."

SEAL You in My Dreams
"'I mean this with utter sincerity. I couldn't live with myself if anything ever happened to you, Abbey.'"

Fatal Frost
"She could only hope it wasn't true. Bringing Johnson to justice had become more than a job..."

New Orleans Rush

By: Kelly Siskind

Narrated by: Holly Fielding

Series: Showmen, Book 1

Length: 10 hrs and 21 mins

Release date: 06-04-19

Language: English

4.5 out of 5 stars 321 ratings

"Quick, effervescent read"

"This book has all the effervescence of a chick-flick and the quick page-turning of a jam-packed read you don’t want to put down. From lemon drops to half naked men, from magic to art, from thugs to falling in love—it’s all there. I listened to the audiobook version and was immediately captivated by how easy it was to get into. I’m NOT a fan of romances (this was a book club pick), so I was hesitant to give it a go. But it was fun, flirty, and an easy summer read that I simply couldn’t put down (also it didn’t have TOO much romance like some books in that genre). It’s good to have those kind of mindless, cutesy books every now and then!" – Amazon Customer, Audible Listener
Hey, Whiskey

By: Kaylee Ryan

Narrated by: Teddy Hamilton, Maxine Mitchell

Length: 9 hrs and 26 mins

Release date: 08-28-18

Language: English

4.5 out of 5 stars 582 ratings

"Perpetual state of swoon"

"This book was truly just everything to fill my heart. I loved the characters and the banter, laughter, and feels. I am not even sure where I can begin with this one other than my heart is so full after having listened to this story. The story line was well thought out and perfection. The narrators were sheer perfection in how they brought these characters to life in a way that I was living the story right there with the characters." – Jenny B., Audible Listener
Boys South of the Mason Dixon

By: Abbi Glines

Narrated by: Chelsea Hatfield, Shannon Gunn, Jean-Paul Mordrake, Liza Payne, Tyler Ryan, Matthew Holland

Series: South of the Mason Dixon, Book 1

Length: 7 hrs and 15 mins

Release date: 03-20-18

Language: English

4.5 out of 5 stars 259 ratings

"4 Mason Dixon Stars"

"…I am not one for he said she said, or the games people play, or all the immature stuff but I totally take it from this author every time and I enjoy the heck out of it. Who knows why I just love the characters and the brothers all now have a place in my heart. I want everyone to get an HEA. I am invested now. I am a sucker for a single momma raising boys, she was probably my favorite character in this book because she was totally like a southern momma is in my head. Dixie and Asher were made for each other and it just took them longer to see it and that is ok because I think they both needed to do a little growing up to truly appreciate each other. I quite liked the narration and how each brother had their own voice. I can’t wait for more books in this series to come out." – Pam, Audible Listener
Truth or Beard

Winston Brothers, Book 1

By: Penny Reid

Narrated by: Joy Nash, Chris Brinkley

Series: Winston Brothers, Book 1

Length: 13 hrs and 44 mins

Release date: 11-12-15

Language: English

4.5 out of 5 stars 4,423 ratings

"Nothin' Better Than the Beard"

"I don't know why I waited so long to start my epic Winston Bros. love fest. After all, I knew when I met them in their debut roles in the Knitting series that they were yummy, delectable, and totally worth taking home for keeps...every single rednecked one of 'em. Now that I've broken the seal with Duane and Jess' story, I know I won't stop until I've run through the whole clan. They're just too stinkin' much fun. I love these hillbilly bearded wonders. No one lives life the way they do: with the same full out crazy, whole heart loving, Mama-respecting, own moral code following lifestyle." – Kentucky Bohemian, Audible Listener
Sugar & Gold

By: Emma Scott

Narrated by: Joe Arden, Caitlin Kelly

Length: 12 hrs and 48 mins

Release date: 10-17-17

Language: English

4.5 out of 5 stars 170 ratings

"An exquisite journey!"

"This is a powerful narrative about two people who, despite being broken and unsure of themselves, find each other create something beautiful between them. The writing is highly evocative—you feel everything they do. If you are wrestling with similar demons, you just might find some closure, or perhaps move closer to peace. Emma Scott, thank you for writing this. You are phenomenal!" – Jessie, Audible Listener