AudioFile Magazine

07/10/2025

B. Dylan Hollis narrates his audiobook on American desserts with charm and charisma—making his storytelling almost sweeter than the treats. As Hollis takes listeners on a culinary trip around the country, discussing nostalgic and iconic desserts, listeners will hear the joy in his voice.
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07/10/2025

🎧 New Ep: Siobhan McSweeney captures each nuance of this creepy yet moving mystery set in 1952 in a decaying English seaside town. Join AudioFile’s Kendra Wi******er and host Jo Reed as they meet Nora, who leaves a convent after 30 years to search for a young novice named Freda. McSweeney sounds determined as Nora subtly observes and questions the odd and secretive residents, who have varied accents and post-WWII memories. The atmospheric weather, scenic promenade, and gentle humor, including religious wordplay, keep listeners fully involved. Simon & Schuster Audio www.audiofilemagazine.com

07/09/2025

🎧 New Ep: Join host Jo Reed and AudioFile’s Kendra Wi******er as they dive into narratives of two unique teens—Viv, who is fighting against fracking in her town, and Dex, who struggles with poverty and hopes his mother’s new job with the pipeline will provide security. André Santana’s calm delivery of Dex’s dialogue presents a counterpoint to Viv’s emotionality, narrated by Mia Hutchinson-Shaw. Both narrators build the interior and exterior tensions as the teens grow to care for each other. Hachette Audio www.audiofilemagazine.com

07/09/2025

The term “ballad” brings to mind stories shared in verse. They might be immersive narrative poems or tales set to music; they could involve centuries-old traditional folk poetry or a set of Bob Dylan songs. Amal El-Mohtar’s new audiobook, THE RIVER HAS ROOTS, is a kind of ballad in its own right—one that builds on the form with collaboration, transformation, and love.

The term “ballad” brings to mind stories shared in verse. They might be immersive narrative poems or tales set to music; they could involve centuries-old traditional folk poetry or a set of Bob Dylan songs. Amal El-Mohtar’s new audiobook, THE RIVER HAS ROOTS, is a kind of ballad in...

07/08/2025

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AudioFile Audiobook Review: To push back against the stereotype that all people on the autism spectrum are cisgender white men, editors Clem Bastow and Jo Case have brought toget

07/08/2025

Imogen Church demonstrates her talent for superb characterization and spot-on timing as she delivers this twisty mystery. When reporter Lo Blacklock travels to Switzerland to attend the opening of a luxury hotel, her trip turns out to be the beginning of sinister events that build on mysteries in her past. Simon & Schuster Audio https://bit.ly/44gOFmL

07/08/2025

🎧 New Ep: To push back against the stereotype that all autistic people are cisgender white men, editors Clem Bastow and Jo Case have brought together twenty-five women and gender-diverse autistic writers. AudioFile’s Kendra Wi******er and host Jo Reed discuss these writers and their lived experiences. Together, the ensemble of narrators creates emotional depth and gives each essay an unique feel and voice. Penguin Random House Audio www.audiofilemagazine.com

07/07/2025

Packing for vacation? Roadtripping? Hiking? Biking? Sailing? Gardening? Staycationing? Take AudioFile's podcast with you everywhere this summer. Simply scan our podcast QR code to listen instantly to all new episodes featuring and more. Happy Ears, Happy Trails! 🎧 🎙️

07/07/2025

🎧 New Ep: Host Jo Reed and AudioFile’s Kendra Wi******er dive into dazzling performances by Bahni Turpin and Ashley J. Hobbs in this historical fiction audiobook. When Nikki drives into the mountains of North Carolina to visit her grandmother for the first time, she doesn’t know what to expect. Soon, she’s learning all about her ancestor, Luella, who was queen of a small kingdom in Happy Land. Together, Hobbs and Turpin pair perfectly, bringing vibrant energy to their performances. Penguin Random House Audio www.audiofilemagazine.com

07/06/2025

🇺🇸The title will tell you much of what you need to know about what this thoughtful audiobook has to say. Having served in three presidential administrations, the author, and narrator, Robert Reich has the knowledge and perspective to offer real solutions to why we are so divided as a nation.

AudioFile Audiobook Review: The title will tell you much of what you need to know about what this thoughtful audiobook has to say. Having served in three presidential administrat

07/05/2025

The term “ballad” brings to mind stories shared in verse. They might be immersive narrative poems or tales set to music; they could involve centuries-old traditional folk poetry or a set of Bob Dylan songs. ’s new audiobook, THE RIVER HAS ROOTS, is a kind of ballad in its own right—one that builds on the form with collaboration, transformation, and love.

The term “ballad” brings to mind stories shared in verse. They might be immersive narrative poems or tales set to music; they could involve centuries-old traditional folk poetry or a set of Bob Dylan songs. Amal El-Mohtar’s new audiobook, THE RIVER HAS ROOTS, is a kind of ballad in...

07/04/2025

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During the holiday week of America's Independence Day, along with the barbecue, clambake, and fireworks, add in a few audiobooks. Many of us celebrate with our families—and my first choice will resonate with the younger set, bringing a fun and informative take on Lady Liberty: HER RIGHT FO...