Audiobook

I’m a huge fan of audiobooks, and finding a rhythm for listening with my ears has brought great enjoyment to my reading life these past few years. (Thanks to the ... Read more

June 1, 2022May 31, 2022

Standout new audiobooks for summer listening

Audiobook, Book Lists, Books & Reading

I listen to audiobooks year-round but I have to admit there’s something special about listening to a great read in the summer. Perhaps that’s because it seems like listening opportunities ... Read more

March 30, 2022April 1, 2022

6 audiobooks I’ve thoroughly enjoyed lately

Audiobook, Book Lists, Books & Reading

Because so many readers are always on the hunt for not just good reads but good listens, I thought it would be fun to share an assortment of what I’ve ... Read more

March 2, 2022March 4, 2022

12 evocative nonfiction and fiction books by poets

Audiobook, Book Lists, Books & Reading

I often hear from readers who aren’t sure poetry is for them. They find it intimidating, perhaps, or obscure or nonsensical or any number of things. As with all categories ... Read more

February 9, 2022March 17, 2022

10 literary fiction audiobooks narrated by their authors

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Think about who narrates your favorite fiction audiobooks. How often is it the author? I’m willing to bet the answer is: not very. Because writing books and performing books aloud ... Read more

December 22, 2021December 22, 2021

My favorite audiobooks and listening experiences of 2021

Audiobook, Book Lists, Books & Reading

Earlier this week I shared my favorite books of 2021. Today, I’m sharing my favorite audiobooks and podcasts. In previous years, I didn’t duplicate titles on these two lists, but ... Read more

October 21, 2021October 22, 2021

16 memorable memoirs told in essays, stories, and snapshots

Audiobook, Book Lists, Books & Reading

When I’m not sure what to read next, I often turn to memoir. My own reading habits skew towards fiction, and a good memoir allows me to read nonfiction that ... Read more

September 22, 2021September 24, 2021

8 books our team couldn’t wait to read next

Audiobook, Book Lists, Books & Reading

Readers, it’s a BIG week over here with a book launch AND the 300th episode of What Should I Read Next. Our fabulous team of readers is celebrating in our ... Read more

September 8, 2021March 21, 2022

15 super short audiobooks you can finish in four hours or less

Audiobook, Book Lists, Books & Reading

Readers, “reading with your ears” is a great way to tackle the huge tomes on your TBR and get the most out of your audiobook credits. (Thanks to John Lee’s ... Read more

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Audiobook

15 MORE celebrity memoirs read by their authors

Standout new audiobooks for summer listening

6 audiobooks I’ve thoroughly enjoyed lately

12 evocative nonfiction and fiction books by poets

10 literary fiction audiobooks narrated by their authors

My favorite audiobooks and listening experiences of 2021

16 memorable memoirs told in essays, stories, and snapshots

8 books our team couldn’t wait to read next

15 super short audiobooks you can finish in four hours or less