My father was a veteran; he served in the army in Vietnam, assigned to Military Assistance Command "MACV" and based in Duc Pho from 1970 to ’71. While he was in the service for only a few years and deployed for only one tour, the experience irrevocably shaped his life, both in many positive and negative ways. It’s because of my dad that I have always been drawn to seek out veterans’ voices. Whether it’s literary fiction and memoirs rich with grace and vulnerability, military thrillers built upon the real-life experience of their writers, or self-development titles that help the listener glean wisdom from those who serve, they’re all stories that everyone can benefit from hearing. I’ve tried to highlight a selection of the best, balanced with newer releases that also shed light on the complicated modern world we live in and what a return to civilian life can look like today. —Emily Cox, Audible Editor
Fiction
Emotionally rich and revealing stories, inspired by experiences of military service.
Memoirs
Moving personal stories from veterans and their loved ones.
Well-being
From tactical advice to philosophical support, these listens exude the wisdom of experience.
Better Understanding Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder
These listens explore the challenges that many service members face, and the courage and vulnerability it takes to recover.
On Recent Military History and Modern Conflicts
Reflecting both deeply researched stories and first hand perspectives, these titles unpack the issues shaping our world today.
Military Thrillers
These edge-of-your-seat listens were inspired by real-life encounters.
Romance
These veterans and spouses know the military trope better than anyone.
Listens for Teens and Families
These picks for young listeners do the heavy lifting on tough topics.
Classics
These classic works of fiction, memoir, and biography have shaped many collective notions of what it means to go to war.
Podcasts
Quick, episodic listens on topics of interest for veterans—and all of us.
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