Have you already read any of your most anticipated Have you already read any of your most anticipated books this year? 😍

I felt like I was counting down the days to Oathbound and Sunrise on the Reaping—and both of them definitely lived up to my expectations (best feeling ever)! 🙌🏼

Now to fully immerse myself in some of my fantasy ARCs and continue listening to EmHen’s latest! 🤎

Were any of these on your 2025 TBR? 📚

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Who are some of your favorite book siblings? 📖 Who are some of your favorite book siblings? 📖

I really love getting the chance to see a great sibling dynamic in a book—especially in fantasy, and *especially especially* if they work together! 🤝🏼

Unseelie had the most interesting twins in it and I loved seeing their similarities, their differences, and how they used both throughout the story! 🤎

Have you read this one yet? ✨

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I tend not to stray very far from my comfort zone of fantasy and fluffy romance, but I recently read WE’LL PRESCRIBE YOU A CAT, a translated novel about a magical mental health clinic that loans out cats to their patients. 🐈 It was absolutely fantastic in every way and became my first 5-star read of the year (outside of my rereads). 🙌🏼 
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Magical realism has always been a favorite genre of mine, but I usually struggle a lot with translated books. 😅 It was such a treat to immerse myself in this story and I can’t wait to read the sequel soon! 📖
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I know they say “don’t judge a book by its cover,” but let’s be real… we all do it! 😂 When I saw the cover for The Lovers, I was instantly obsessed—and then I read the synopsis! I knew I needed it in my life right away, and I wasn’t disappointed. 🤎
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Rebekah’s storytelling was fantastic and I can’t wait to read her upcoming book, The Sun and the Moon, when it comes out in August! 📖
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Is this a title you’ve picked up or added to your TBR? 📚
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Are there any series you’re hoping to finish thi Are there any series you’re hoping to finish this year? 📚
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Typically, I’m someone who flies through series and prioritizes finishing them as soon as I possibly can. However, over the last few years, I’ve done a poor job completing all of the series I start, so I’m trying to make it a goal to finish them up! 👏🏼
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Some series that I’ve got on my list to finish:
📖 Girls of Paper and Fire
📖 Legacy of Orïsha (especially with the adaptation news!)
📖 Beasts of Prey
📖 The Inheritance Cycle
📖 The Atlas
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I read The Charm Offensive a few years ago and instantly fell in love with Alison’s writing and the way the book made me feel so seen. 🥰 
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@alisoncochrun is forever and ever going to be an auto-buy author for me. 🤎
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What are five books or five series you find yourse What are five books or five series you find yourself constantly recommending? 🖐🏼
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TODAY IS MY 5TH BOOKSTAVERSARY! ☕️
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FIVE STANDALONE BOOKS:
📖 The Nature of Witches
📖 The Invisible Life of Addie LaRue
📖 The Midnight Library
📖 The Seven Husbands of Evelyn Hugo
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📚 The Prison Healer
📚 The All Souls Trilogy
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One of my favorite series to reread is SHADES OF MAGIC. Nothing gets me quite as excited and emotional as those opening words: “Kell wore a very peculiar coat…” 🙌🏼 AH! Just writing that makes me anxious to pick up this comfort series again this year. 🙈
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Books · August 10, 2020

15 Audiobooks to Listen to Right This Second

This article was originally published in 2020. It has been updated with the 15 audiobooks I recommend the very most.

I used to avoid listening to audiobooks. Now, I listen to several every month!

Up until 2019, if someone suggested an alternative to reading a paper copy of a book, I laughed in their face. Miss out on that book scent, the feeling of thumbing through the pages, and the relaxing feeling of curling up with a good story? No thanks. But, then I discovered how helpful audiobooks could be. I signed up for a trial of Audible, and thought, “eh, I’ll listen to a book or two and never think about this again.” It’s been several years now, and I’m so glad I invested in an annual subscription!

Whenever I’m asked about how I finish so many books each month, my answer begins with how I utilize audiobooks. I listen while I’m driving, showering and getting ready in the mornings, cleaning the house, and doing mindless tasks. There have been times when I’ve listened to an entire book in one day. They keep me company!

Since I’ve listened to so many of them, I have a pretty good idea of the ones that stand out above the rest. Trust me, I have listened to some terrible audiobooks (including the one pictured above – oops). There’s nothing like being disappointed by a bad narrator, so I’ve learned my lesson, and I always listen to a sample of the book before downloading it. However, there are also some books that are just better when they’re in audiobook form. Those are the ones I want to share with you!


15 Audiobooks to Download Right Away

The collage below is shoppable. Click on any book to be led directly to the retailer’s page. Happy reading!

Out of the fifteen audiobooks I listed here, I can say, without a shadow of a doubt, that my favorites are Daisy Jones & The Six, The Starless Sea, Lovely War, and Talking As Fast As I Can. All of these books are worth reading, but I highly suggest giving the audiobooks a try! It’s a great way to read when you don’t feel like you ever have time to dedicate to sitting down with a paper copy.

Also, if you’re not ready to invest in Audible, there are plenty of other audiobook resources. Check your local library for their audiobook apps, and look into Libro.fm and Scribd!

For more book suggestions, follow me on The StoryGraph and bookstagram!

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Ashly Edmiston
4 years ago

I have the lauren graham one on my library wish list already. I will check out the rest. Thank you!

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Stephanie Whitman
4 years ago
Reply to  Ashly Edmiston

She’s probably my favorite human ever, so reading her book was so much fun! I think it’s extra special because she does the narration, so it feels like you’re just sitting and having a chat with her about her life – but in extreme detail. I loved every second of it!

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Lacey
4 years ago

Great recommendations! I just joined Audible and I can totally relate to a bad narrator ruining the entire experience! That happened to me on the second book that I listened to and I nearly stopped listening to audiobooks after that. Talking as fast as I can has been on my list for a while, I think I’ll listen to that next!

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Stephanie Whitman
4 years ago
Reply to  Lacey

Oh goodness, a bad narrator can ruin an entire book! I’ve had SO many go poorly because of that. Now I swear by the sample before I make the decision to download. If I don’t enjoy the narrator (or narrators), I tend to choose another format for the book. But I tell you what, when you get a GOOD narrator it can be the BEST thing to ever happen to the book!

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Kelly Bolen
4 years ago

HAHAHA! I never listen to audio books. But maybe I need to swing that way and actually try a couple! Thanks for the reviews!!!

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Stephanie Whitman
4 years ago
Reply to  Kelly Bolen

I never had before last year. I’m a hardcore physical book babe, but I have found so many ways to enjoy audiobooks now. I highly recommend them – especially since you do a lot of DIYs and they’re great for keeping you company while you work 😉

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Anna English
4 years ago

I have a 24 hour drive from MD to TX, so I’ll be checking a few of these out!

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Stephanie Whitman
4 years ago
Reply to  Anna English

Oh that’s quite the journey! You definitely should. I think you’d probably enjoy a lot of these!

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Laura Allen
4 years ago

I actually have never listened to any type of audio book before, but I’m huge on Podcasts! I absolutely LOVE Lauren Graham, hello Gilmore Girls! So I bet I would love love love her book! I’m going to try an audio book out soon!

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Stephanie Whitman
4 years ago
Reply to  Laura Allen

Well, if you enjoy podcasts, you’d love Talking as Fast as I Can, since it’s like she’s just chatting with friends about her life 🙂 I typically like audiobooks for their wild storytelling, but that’s a good alternative if you’re not one for fantasy/romcom fiction.

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Tanvi Rastogi
4 years ago

I am with you on audiobooks. I love them for non-fiction and memoirs. Also great to have as company while walks and drives and doing chores.

❥ tanvii.com

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Stephanie Whitman
4 years ago
Reply to  Tanvi Rastogi

Haha! I mean, I only included one non-fiction, but I can understand why a lot of people prefer them for that. They make that style of book a little more interesting, for sure.

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Lizzie
4 years ago

Okay this is more up my alley! I love reading physical books but I find that I don’t have as much time as I used to. I do, however, listen to podcasts and music while I work. This would be great, especially when I’m editing photos!

Lizzie
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Stephanie Whitman
4 years ago
Reply to  Lizzie

This is an excellent alternative to podcasts or music, if you want to indulge in a good story 🙂 And it’s PERFECT during photo-editing (I listen to them a lot while I do that)!

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Hillary Conheady
4 years ago

I’m not a huge reader but audio books are RIGHT up my alley! Definitely need to listen to To All The Boys I’ve Loved Before!

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Stephanie Whitman
4 years ago
Reply to  Hillary Conheady

I couldn’t believe I didn’t know those were books before the first movie came out. I watched the movie, loved it, and then was like – these are books?! And devoured the entire trilogy (in audiobook form) in about a week haha!

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Rach
4 years ago

I haven’t tried audiobooks yet but I’m considering it! I figured it would be a great way to ‘read’ two books at once since I have so many books on my TBR list!

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Stephanie Whitman
4 years ago
Reply to  Rach

YES! That’s what I do! I always have one audiobook and one physical book at the same time. Now I’m doing two of each (which maybe is a little much? Oops haha) but it’s fun to have all the stories at my fingertips!

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Amanda
4 years ago

I have yet to listen to an audio book but I love podcasts so I feel like I need to! Thank you for sharing!

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Stephanie Whitman
4 years ago
Reply to  Amanda

They’re great if you like podcasts. That was what made the transition a little bit easier for me. A good story, but one that I can listen to! They’re excellent when you’re running short on time to just sit down and indulge in a book.

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Em
4 years ago

so many good audiobook options! I have read a few of these but I have a few others downloaded to listen to!

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Stephanie Whitman
4 years ago
Reply to  Em

Let me know if there are any that you really love after listening to them! I’m such a huge fan of audiobooks now, and any that stand out are musts for my TBR 🙂

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Tiffany S
4 years ago

I agree. I love the smell and feel of reading a bound book but, audiobooks are a great way to be able to enjoy more! I also love to read a book before I watch the movie/series. Thanks for sharing!

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Stephanie Whitman
4 years ago
Reply to  Tiffany S

Oh my gosh ME TOO. I got a new book the other day and the first thing I did was sniff it. My husband looked at me like I was nuts haha! But yes, audiobooks are an awesome alternative for lots of great reasons 🙂

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Crystal // Dreams, etc.
4 years ago

I haven’t listened to The Poet X yet–I read it physically–but I really want to because Elizabeth Acevedo narrates it. She’s an amazing spoken word poet, so I can imagine listening to her read her words is a great way to experience the book!

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Stephanie Whitman
4 years ago
Reply to  Crystal // Dreams, etc.

She did a phenomenal job. That’s why I loved it so much. There was such power in the way she shared the story through poetry and emotion. I cried multiple times!

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Josie | The Cheetah Buzz
4 years ago

I still have to watch Big Little Lies! I had no idea there was a book for it too! I will definitely have to check that out. Thanks for sharing xxx

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Stephanie Whitman
4 years ago
Reply to  Josie | The Cheetah Buzz

I would never ever watch the show (due to triggering topics), but I thoroughly enjoyed the book! The narrator was excellent and I got totally sucked into the story because of it. I think it would’ve been a little slow in physical format.

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Caylee Connelly
4 years ago

Okay, I am totally going to have to give these a listen! I love Audible, but haven’t really listened to books since my baby girl was born. I’m hoping to change that because I miss books, reading and listening to them! I’m adding these to my wish list now!! Thanks for the recommendations 🙂

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Stephanie Whitman
4 years ago
Reply to  Caylee Connelly

I definitely recommend listening whenever you can. I mean – earbuds while you’re nursing, set your phone by the kitchen sink while doing dishes, enjoy time indulging in a great story when you’re driving somewhere. Audiobooks are the best for the busy 😉

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Lisa
4 years ago

So many great recommendations! I really want to read Big Little Lies before I watch the show. I have heard great things about it.

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Stephanie Whitman
4 years ago
Reply to  Lisa

I absolutely adored the book. I know I wouldn’t be able to watch the show because of some seriously triggering topics that are heavy throughout the plot, but I was able to dive into the written word and enjoy it thoroughly while skimming over the things that made me uncomfortable.

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Kat&Phil
4 years ago

We spend ALOT of time on the road and audiobooks are PERFECT! These recommendations are just what we need. Thanks!

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Stephanie Whitman
4 years ago
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YES! That’s what my husband and I did when we listened to Ready Player One. We listened to almost the entire book because we played it while driving all the way to our destination and all the way back. It made the trip feel so much quicker, and gave us something to really enjoy together and talk about later on!

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Kileen
4 years ago

I love listening to audio books because you can do it anywhere and it makes mundane things seem easier! I love listening to audio books while I’m doing the dishes or on road trips especially!

Kileen
cute & little

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Stephanie Whitman
4 years ago
Reply to  Kileen

Exactly!! I was just doing dishes and listening to my current audiobook. It’s the best way to make those tasks more enjoyable! 🙂

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Jenny in Neverland
4 years ago

I’ve never actually listened to an audiobook as I love physically reading a book so much but I would like to try one as it’d definitely help me get through more books! There’s a few on this list I really want to read as well. Thank you for sharing!

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Stephanie Whitman
4 years ago
Reply to  Jenny in Neverland

Oh my gosh ME TOO. A physical book is where.it’s.at. like… 99.9% of the time 😉 Now I’ve found that I really enjoy audiobooks because they serve a purpose. Not only can I double the amount I read in a month since I listen to one and read one physical at the same time, but they also make all the daily tasks I need to do WAY more pleasant! Plus – they make some books far more interesting!

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Sarah Lindner
4 years ago

Admittedly I don’t read nearly as much as I should. I haven’t given audio books a try but since I ALWAYS have music playing this might be the way to go to get some “reads” in! xoxo, Sarah

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Stephanie Whitman
4 years ago
Reply to  Sarah Lindner

That’s how I always was. Music 24/7. But now, unless I have on a light instrumental track, I’m usually listening to an audiobook. I prefer being able to escape into a story!

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Ana
4 years ago

What a fantastic idea, I have to admit I tend to read physical books but audio books would be so handy for when I am on the go so that I have more space in my bag for other things. It would certainly make train journeys a lot more interesting too.

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Stephanie Whitman
4 years ago
Reply to  Ana

Nothing wrong with that! I was 100% against audiobooks for ages because I felt like nothing could be better than a physical book. But now I really love how audiobooks make me feel less lonely while I’m working, and they make my daily chores and road trips way more enjoyable!

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rebecca
4 years ago

yessss i just invested in Audible and have been wanting to add some books to my queue! thanks for sharing these steph!

xx rebecca // thecrystalpress.com/blog

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Stephanie Whitman
4 years ago
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That’s fantastic! I hope you’re able to find some fantastic reads that way. I highly recommend all of these if you’re looking for a great story to get into 🙂

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Anika
4 years ago

The Poet X would be such an incredible book to listen to, I loved reading it. And The Starless Sea would be amazing to fall asleep to!

Anika | chaptersofmay.com

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Stephanie Whitman
4 years ago
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YES! It was phenomenal. Elizabeth Acevedo narrated it brilliantly and with so much emotion. It made me cry so many times, I’ll admit. And also YES to The Starless Sea. To this day, that and Talking as Fast as I Can are my favorite audiobooks. The Starless Sea had a full cast and it was so excellent!

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Becky
4 years ago

I’ve been on a huge audiobook kick lately! Out of these I listened to The Poet X and Ready Player One (both were great but I love Wil Wheaton!). I’ve also read Scythe which I really enjoyed. Libro.fm is my jam right now because they have a super program for librarians where each month there are a few titles we can have for free. So I’ve been listening to lots that way!

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Stephanie Whitman
4 years ago
Reply to  Becky

Ready Player One was done so well! Wil Wheaton did a great job narrating it, and I really hope he voices Ready Player Two when it comes out this fall! I read Scythe in paper format, and I’m listening to the sequel, Thunderhead, in audiobook form. I love it so much I’m going to download The Toll as well! It’s a great performance!

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Lily
4 years ago

I’ve been wanting to join Audible, or something with audiobooks, I feel like I’d “read” more books that way. Since I can listen to them while cleaning, etc. I’ll have to look into it.

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Stephanie Whitman
4 years ago
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Exactly. You can listen while you do just about anything. It has almost entirely replaced music for me, but I don’t mind because it helps me relax so much more. Audible is a great option because it has the largest selection, but the other ones I mentioned are awesome as well because they support libraries! 🙂

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Emily
4 years ago

Great recommendations! Many of these seem to be popular as they have been adapted to movies. I love “To All the Boys I Loved Before!”

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Stephanie Whitman
4 years ago
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I’ll admit, the only one that I listened to after watching the movie was To All The Boys… I didn’t realize it was a book, or I definitely would have read it first haha. But most of the others I either haven’t even seen the movie/show version or just didn’t even prefer it over the book 🙂

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Amanda
4 years ago

This post came at the perfect time! I’ve been wanting to try out audiobooks and will definitely be checking out your suggestions. The Lauren Graham book has been on my list so that might be the perfect one to start with.

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Stephanie Whitman
4 years ago
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Talking as Fast as I Can was absolutely phenomenal! You will LOVE it. Lauren is such fun to listen to. She also narrates her fiction novel Someday, Someday, Maybe – which I listened to immediately following her autobiography because I can never get enough of her haha!

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Lauryn Hock
4 years ago

I need to get better about listening to audio books while working and cleaning rather than just music. Thanks for the recommendations!

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Stephanie Whitman
4 years ago
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I’ve always been a music over anything else kinda gal. Even when podcasts started getting more popular, I couldn’t get into them as much. BUT audiobooks have my heart now. Unless I’m listening to light jazz or lofi or something instrumental while I’m hardcore focused on work, you’ll find me listening to an audiobook. They keep me company 😉

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Kelsey Albert
4 years ago

You have some great Young Adult books featured here…you just can’t go wrong with them!

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Stephanie Whitman
4 years ago
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I primarily read young adult fantasy and adult contemporary romance. I like lighthearted fiction 🙂

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Serena
4 years ago

I never listen to audiobooks but it’s something I want to get into, and I’ve read the paperback versions of a few of the books you’ve mentioned – To All the Boys I’ve Loved Before, Five Feet Apart and The Night Circus!

Serena / http://www.ramblingsofanotherunigraduate.com

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Stephanie Whitman
4 years ago
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I’m sure those are all great as physical copies! I had a hard time enjoying Morgenstern’s writing in paper form, but I loved the audiobooks. Sometimes a change of pace can be really refreshing 🙂

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Kate
4 years ago

I have to believe that Lauren Graham’s book is AWESOME as an audiobook because then it probably feels like you’re having a catch-up session with a Gilmore Girl!

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Stephanie Whitman
4 years ago
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Haha, that’s a good way to look at it! Since it’s her autobiography, it felt like she was just sitting and chatting with me about her life. It made me respect her and love her even more – which I didn’t think would be possible!

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Tonyalee
4 years ago

Yes I love audiobooks! I probably listen to them more than reading physical book nowadays. Thanks for recs! I own a few of these out will check out the audio

Tonyalee @ https://www.vivaciousbibliophile.com

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Vanessa
4 years ago

I used to listen to audiobooks a lot more when my kids were babies but now I listen to a lot of podcasts! I definitely agree that there are some terrible narrators out there, they can make or break a story! One day I do plan on getting back on the audiobook train 😀

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Shirsha
4 years ago

I tried getting into audiobooks this year, but sadly, I’ve realised that they are not for me. I process the written word better than spoken words, so somehow it’s harder for me to stay hooked to the story when I am just listening to it! 🙂

I am also a horrible multi-tasker. I know people are able to listen to audiobooks while doing other things, but it just does not work for me. I am totally weird like that! 😛

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Lecy | A Simpler Grace
4 years ago

So many great audiobooks! I really enjoyed Five Feet Apart. Talk about a tearjerker!

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Indya | The Small Adventurer
4 years ago

I had no idea that Talking As Fast As I Can was narrated by Lauren herself! I would love to hear that; I adored her as Lorelai Gilmore so much. I’ve re-watched that show SO many times. I’ve been wanting to read The Night Circus for a while too, so knowing that it’s even better as an audiobook is a good thing to keep in mind!

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Laura Leigh
4 years ago

Oh my gosh I LOVED Five Feet Apart! Such a good one! Definitely need to listen to more books – I never think to do that. Thank you for the reminder to do so!

xo Laura Leigh
https://louellareese.com/

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Gina Abernathy
4 years ago

I have often thought about audiobooks. I work in the garden, from my desk, on a tractor, around the house and listening to an audio book would be awesome! I will have to check this out soon.

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Deborah
4 years ago

Audiobooks are my jam! I listen to them all the time when I’m working and it always feels like I’m killing two birds with one stone! These are all great recommendations! My favorite audiobook was Daisy Jones and the Six – they had a full cast of different narrators for each part and they were some big names in Hollywood (Like Pablo Schrieber and Judy Greer!)

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Adaleta Avdic
4 years ago

I just found out that my fiancé has subscribed us to Audiobooks, so I think I’ll go through this list and try to find a book I want to listen to. Do you find it’s hard to focus on other things when listening? I feel like the way books are written is different from a conversational podcast so sometimes I have trouble multi-tasking!

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Lexis
4 years ago

I loved reading Lauren Graham’s book! I’ll have to check out the rest of your suggestions!

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Priyanka
4 years ago

great recommendation! It’s really difficult to find time for reading now a days so I am getting into audio books. would love check these out.

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Delia Atenea
4 years ago

Do you know that I’ve never listened to an audio book? I think I need to start with some of these!

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Deborah
5 months ago

All the Colours of the Dark absolutely has to be on that list! Made the book even better than it already is which is extraordinary!

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Have you already read any of your most anticipated Have you already read any of your most anticipated books this year? 😍

I felt like I was counting down the days to Oathbound and Sunrise on the Reaping—and both of them definitely lived up to my expectations (best feeling ever)! 🙌🏼

Now to fully immerse myself in some of my fantasy ARCs and continue listening to EmHen’s latest! 🤎

Were any of these on your 2025 TBR? 📚

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Who are some of your favorite book siblings? 📖 Who are some of your favorite book siblings? 📖

I really love getting the chance to see a great sibling dynamic in a book—especially in fantasy, and *especially especially* if they work together! 🤝🏼

Unseelie had the most interesting twins in it and I loved seeing their similarities, their differences, and how they used both throughout the story! 🤎

Have you read this one yet? ✨

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Have any books taken you by surprise lately, and i Have any books taken you by surprise lately, and if so, which ones? 😳
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I tend not to stray very far from my comfort zone of fantasy and fluffy romance, but I recently read WE’LL PRESCRIBE YOU A CAT, a translated novel about a magical mental health clinic that loans out cats to their patients. 🐈 It was absolutely fantastic in every way and became my first 5-star read of the year (outside of my rereads). 🙌🏼 
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Magical realism has always been a favorite genre of mine, but I usually struggle a lot with translated books. 😅 It was such a treat to immerse myself in this story and I can’t wait to read the sequel soon! 📖
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What was your last 5-star read? ⭐️ 
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Did you discover any new (or new-to-you) authors i Did you discover any new (or new-to-you) authors in the past year? ☕️
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I know they say “don’t judge a book by its cover,” but let’s be real… we all do it! 😂 When I saw the cover for The Lovers, I was instantly obsessed—and then I read the synopsis! I knew I needed it in my life right away, and I wasn’t disappointed. 🤎
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This book is full of self-discovery, sapphic sweetness, and some truly hilarious moments that had me laughing til my stomach hurt. 🙌🏼 I loved every minute of it and about burst into tears when @berkleypub sent me a copy! 🥹
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Rebekah’s storytelling was fantastic and I can’t wait to read her upcoming book, The Sun and the Moon, when it comes out in August! 📖
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Is this a title you’ve picked up or added to your TBR? 📚
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Are there any series you’re hoping to finish thi Are there any series you’re hoping to finish this year? 📚
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Typically, I’m someone who flies through series and prioritizes finishing them as soon as I possibly can. However, over the last few years, I’ve done a poor job completing all of the series I start, so I’m trying to make it a goal to finish them up! 👏🏼
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Some series that I’ve got on my list to finish:
📖 Girls of Paper and Fire
📖 Legacy of Orïsha (especially with the adaptation news!)
📖 Beasts of Prey
📖 The Inheritance Cycle
📖 The Atlas
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I’ve also got several that I’d like to start… but that’s another story entirely. 🙈
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Have you read any of these? 🤎
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Tell me just ONE of your auto-buy authors! 🫡
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I read The Charm Offensive a few years ago and instantly fell in love with Alison’s writing and the way the book made me feel so seen. 🥰 
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When I got an ARC of Kiss Her Once for Me, I was thrilled and once again inhaled the book. Yet again, it was a story that made me feel understood. 🥹
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I pretty much sobbed my way through Here We Go Again on audio and immediately purchased a physical copy so I could put myself through both the heartache and deep belly laughing again and again. 😅
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@alisoncochrun is forever and ever going to be an auto-buy author for me. 🤎
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Have you read any of these books? 📚
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What are five books or five series you find yourse What are five books or five series you find yourself constantly recommending? 🖐🏼
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TODAY IS MY 5TH BOOKSTAVERSARY! ☕️
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In honor of five years in this community, I wanted to share five books and five series I’m always recommending. These are stories that mean so much to me that I just wish everyone I encounter would read and love them too! 🥰
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FIVE STANDALONE BOOKS:
📖 The Nature of Witches
📖 The Invisible Life of Addie LaRue
📖 The Midnight Library
📖 The Seven Husbands of Evelyn Hugo
📖 Echo North
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FIVE SERIES:
📚 Shadow and Bone
📚 Shades of Magic
📚 The Prison Healer
📚 The All Souls Trilogy
📚 Bright Falls
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I have so many more that I could share, but these are just a few that have made my life a little brighter 🤎
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When is your bookstaversary? 🤔
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Are you planning any rereads this year? 🔁
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Rereading is something that I absolutely love to do. While there are countless new releases to get excited about, there’s something incredibly comforting about revisiting my favorite books. 🥹
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One of my favorite series to reread is SHADES OF MAGIC. Nothing gets me quite as excited and emotional as those opening words: “Kell wore a very peculiar coat…” 🙌🏼 AH! Just writing that makes me anxious to pick up this comfort series again this year. 🙈
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Have you read this phenomenal series? 📚
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What was your last book of 2024 and what’s your What was your last book of 2024 and what’s your first for 2025 (or are they the same book)? 📖
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I ended the year with Set the Record Straight on audio (SO CUTE) and I’m ringing in the new year with The Wild Huntress as a buddy-read and listening to The Love of My Afterlife. 🙌🏼
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I’ve got some fun reading goals for myself this year (like lots of rereads and buddy-reads) and I’m hoping to fully dive back into creating content and being active on here again. 🥹 I miss y’all!
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What are your 2025 reading goals (if you have any)? 🤎
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Now that Thanksgiving is over and it’s “social Now that Thanksgiving is over and it’s “socially acceptable” (🙄) to get festive, tell me which books are on your holiday season TBR! 🎅🏼
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I always find myself reaching for a couple of annual rereads, including THE AFTERLIFE OF HOLLY CHASE (which I listen to every December), THE LION, THE WITCH AND THE WARDROBE, and LOVELIGHT FARMS as well 🎄
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There will also be some first-time reads on my list that I’m looking forward to picking up soon 🤎
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Do you have any festive reads that you recommend? 🫶🏼 
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