Behind the Mic with AudioFile Magazine
Find your next great audiobook on our podcast, Behind the Mic with AudioFile Magazine. Every Monday through Friday, AudioFile Editors recommend the best in audiobook listening. All in 6 minutes or less. It’s short, sweet, and just what your ears need. Want more? Listen to our bonus episodes featuring conversations with the best voices in the audiobook industry.
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SUCH A FUN AGE by Kiley Reid, read by Nicole Lewis
A gripping debut about race, privilege, and money.
5 min
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THE BEAUTIFUL ONES by Prince, read by Esperanza...
A performance of Prince’s memoir as creative and rich as the legend himself.
4 min
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BLOOMLAND by John Englehardt, read by Charlie T...
The destructive impact of gun violence comes to life in a stirring audiobook.
4 min
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HEY, KIDDO by Jarrett J. Krosoczka, read by Jar...
A powerful graphic memoir voiced by more than 40 performers.
5 min
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YOUR HOUSE WILL PAY by Steph Cha, read by Greta...
Captivating performances and a gripping mystery with a pair of talented narrators.
4 min
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BIG LIES IN A SMALL TOWN by Diane Chamberlain, ...
Narrator Susan Bennett adds an exciting dimension to a gripping story of racism, madness, murder, and romance in North Carolina. Dual stories in this novel center around women with connections to a WPA mural, and the many secrets hidden by a small town.
5 min
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MICHELANGELO, GOD'S ARCHITECT by William E. Wal...
British actor Simon Callow’s magnificent basso profundo voice recounts the many projects Michelangelo, the prolific sculptor, artist, and architect, designed and executed. Art historian Wallace centers his work on Michelangelo’s last 20 years in Rome.
5 min
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CALL DOWN THE HAWK by Maggie Stiefvater, read b...
This audiobook checks all the boxes for a magnetic new series. The Dreamer Trilogy is a spin-off of Stiefvater’s Raven Cycle. The Lynch brothers discover that their real and magical worlds have gotten more complex. Patton returns with his eerie narration.
5 min
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ALAN CUMMING: LEGAL IMMIGRANT by Alan Cumming, ...
Take a front-row seat for a live—and lively—performance by the incomparable Alan Cumming. In his latest cabaret show, he alternates between heartfelt monologues in his delightful Scottish brogue and Broadway-style singing accompanied by a quartet. Bravo!
4 min
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ON THE PLAIN OF SNAKES by Paul Theroux, read by...
A remarkable account of 76-year-old master travel writer Theroux’s journey through Mexico. Narrator Joseph Balderrama’s fluency in Spanish, along with his pacing, tone, and clear voice, give an authenticity to this immersive audiobook.
4 min
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MOBITUARIES by Mo Rocca, read by Mo Rocca
Mo Rocca’s enthusiastic performance enhances the drama and entertainment value in an audiobook that showcases his obsession with shining a spotlight on underappreciated dead people — and dragons. Colorful and full of ironic humor.
5 min
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OSLO by J.T. Rogers, read by a Full Cast
Step into the theatre with the L.A. Theatre Works production of OSLO, the 2017 Tony Award-winning play. It’s 1993, and the peace process between Israel and the Palestinian Libration Organization is stymied. Performed by an outstanding cast of actors.
4 min
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SONTAG by Benjamin Moser, read by Tavia Gilbert
Discover a well researched and intimate biography of Susan Sontag, one of the most interesting thinkers of her time. Tavia Gilbert’s narration is empathetic and allows listeners to gain a deeper understanding of both her thoughts and life.
4 min
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A MINUTE TO MIDNIGHT by David Baldacci, read b...
Countdown to midnight with David Baldacci’s latest thriller. Jo Reed and Jonathan Smith discuss this audiobook’s unusual narration which adds to the tension and edginess. Brittany Pressley and Kyf Brewer blend their styles seamlessly.
5 min
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THE BEST AMERICAN SHORT STORIES 2019 by Anthony...
This year’s collection of the Best American Short Stories are narrated by an ensemble of narrators, each perfectly matched to a story from some of the biggest names in fiction. These stories, told across genres and styles, come alive on audio.
5 min
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MY FAKE RAKE by Eva Leigh, read by Zara Hampton...
Lady Grace must find a husband. The problem? The man she admires thinks of her as a colleague, not marriage material. The solution? A rake. Zara Hampton-Brown leans into the fun and excitable nerdiness of the characters in this historical romance.
5 min
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FREEDOM SOUP by Tami Charles, read by Bahni Turpin
Ring in the new year with FREEDOM SOUP, a lively audiobook that introduces listeners to a tradition rooted in the Haitian Revolution. Ti Gran has invited Belle into the kitchen, and they chop and dance and cook up a feast while sharing family history.
4 min
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RESISTANCE REBORN by Rebecca Roanhorse, read by...
Journey to “a galaxy far, far away” with the latest epic Star Wars audiobook. Marc Thompson is exceptional as he portrays the many characters in the universe, and sound effects create an immersive listening experience. A perfect listen for Star Wars fans.
4 min
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NO ONE IS TOO SMALL TO MAKE A DIFFERENCE by Gre...
“The future of all the coming generations rests on your shoulders.” Greta Thunberg’s passion and urgency come through clearly in this audiobook collection of her speeches on the global crisis of climate change. A bold and bracing call to action.
5 min
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THE STARLESS SEA by Erin Morgenstern, read by D...
Discover near-forgotten realms in the new audiobook by the author of THE NIGHT CIRCUS. Zachary Ezra Rawlins finds a book that launches him on a captivating journey. Multiple narrators bring interwoven tales to life, making for an audiobook not to miss.
5 min
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THE BROMANCE BOOK CLUB by Lyssa Kay Adams, read...
Two narrators add depth and resonance to a surprising romance. Gavin joins a secret book club with men who read romances to save their relationships. Eiden gives Gavin a big heart, and the Regency romance he reads is brought to life by Caulfield.
5 min
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INSIDE OUT by Demi Moore, read by Demi Moore
Demi Moore is known as a rebel and an iconoclast, and both identities come through clearly in this memoir narrated by the author. Moore shares stories from her difficult childhood, juicy details from her Hollywood marriages, and the pressures of fame.
5 min
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MEDALLION STATUS by John Hodgman, read by John ...
Hearing the actor and comedian chase airline status like any other traveller would is a delight in this collection of humorous essays. Author Hodgman narrates smoothly with the perfect comedic timing and sarcasm. Frequent flyers will relate.
4 min
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DEAR GIRLS by Ali Wong, read by Ali Wong, Justi...
Filled with laughs, this honest celebrity biography read by the author and her husband is an absolutely fun listen with plenty of real stuff to say. Wong is crass, unvarnished, funny—and entirely relatable. Ideal for fans of her viral comedy specials.
5 min
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TOIL & TROUBLE by Augusten Burroughs, read by A...
Augusten Burroughs coming out as a witch is the focus of this unusual memoir. Delve into his unusual childhood and discover how witchcraft has impacted his life and the lives of his family members. Narrated by the author and an ensemble cast.
4 min