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Find your next great audiobook on Behind the Mic with Kirkus Reviews. Every Thursday, host Jo Reed and her guests discuss what they’ve been listening to and recommend the very best audiobooks. It’s the perfect way to keep up with new releases and hear about the ones you may have missed. Launched by AudioFile magazine in 2018, Behind the Mic now has its home at Kirkus Reviews, the most trusted voice in book discovery for more than 90 years. Visit us at kirkusreviews.com.
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SOMETHING THAT MAY SHOCK AND DISCREDIT YOU by D...
Fans of Ortberg will welcome his signature wit in this impossible-to-classify audiobook.
4 min
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THE NIGHT WATCHMAN by Louise Erdrich, read by L...
The National Book Award-winning author narrates this rewarding historical listen herself.
4 min
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HOW TO EAT by Mark Bittman, David L. Katz, read...
A no-nonsense performance of a timely and eye-opening guide to eating.
5 min
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WRITERS & LOVERS by Lily King, read by Stacey G...
An evocative journey as a witty and vulnerable waitress completes her first novel.
4 min
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THE BOY FROM THE WOODS by Harlan Coben, read by...
A super suspenseful new listen about a missing person, and social media.
6 min
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SECONDHAND by Adam Minter, read by Daniel Henning
What happens to our junk after we donate it?
5 min
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WHEN MY TIME COMES by Diane Rehm, read by Diane...
Diane Rehm is a trustworthy guide in this audiobook about medical aid in dying.
5 min
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AUTHOR IN CHIEF by Craig Fehrman, read by Fred ...
The inside story of presidential memoirs, from Thomas Jefferson to Barack Obama.
4 min
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THE SPLENDID AND THE VILE by Erik Larson, read ...
A captivating account of Winston Churchill's first year as prime minister.
5 min
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HEADLINERS by Lucy Parker, read by Billie Fulfo...
Escape into this deeply satisfying contemporary romance audiobook.
6 min
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HERE FOR IT by R. Eric Thomas, read by R. Eric ...
We’re here for these hilarious and moving essays, narrated with irresistible warmth.
6 min
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KING AND THE DRAGONFLIES by Kacen Callender, re...
A spectacular performance of a heartbreaking—and hopeful—children’s audiobook.
4 min
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ME AND WHITE SUPREMACY by Layla F. Saad, read b...
Get ready for active listening and deep introspection.
5 min
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UNTAMED by Glennon Doyle, read by Glennon Doyle
A liberating, powerful, and heartfelt memoir about self love.
5 min
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MY NAME IS LUCY BARTON by Elizabeth Strout, Ron...
A dramatic production from Broadway to audiobook that will remain with listeners long after the final words fade.
5 min
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EIGHT PERFECT MURDERS by Peter Swanson, read by...
Jo Reed and Robin Whitten discuss a twisty mystery perfect for classic mystery buffs.
6 min
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THE SECRET GUESTS by Benjamin Black, read by Ba...
Discover an audiobook for lovers of “The Crown” and WWII alternative history with Jo Reed and Robin Whitten.
5 min
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In Conversation with Jason Reynolds, National A...
Author Jason Reynolds on why STAMPED is NOT a history book.
35 min
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ELDERHOOD by Louise Aronson, read by Eliza Foss
Jo Reed and Robin Whitten discuss a listen that arms you for the land of wrinkles and self-advocacy.
4 min
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200 WOMEN by Geoff Blackwell, Ruth Hobday, Shar...
Inspiring and world-changing women get the spotlight in this audiobook.
5 min
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Narration by the Author: 2020 Audie Awards
Which author won the prize for the best narration of their audiobook?
5 min
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Autobiography/Memoir: 2020 Audie Awards
Hear which audiobook took home the Audie Award for Autobiography/Memoir.
5 min
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Best Male Narrator: 2020 Audie Awards
Who won Best Male Narrator at this year’s Audie Awards?
6 min
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Best Female Narrator: 2020 Audie Awards
Discover who took home the Best Female Narrator award with Michele Cobb and Jo Reed.
6 min
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Audiobook of the Year: 2020 Audie Awards
Explore this year’s nominees for the coveted audiobook industry award with Michele Cobb and Jo Reed.
14 min