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Sure to become a fishing classic, this delightful book might inspire listeners to head out on their own fishing adventures. Share with those who enjoyed Dylan Tomine’s Headwaters or Malachy Tallack’s Illuminated by Water.
Alyan’s audiobook is a solid companion to the print book, but the beauty and impact of her poetry are diminished in the presentation. Better as a listen-along than as a stand-alone.
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The Hidden Life of Cecily Larson
Tumultuous, beautifully described historical fiction for fans of Sara Gruen’s Water for Elephants, Christina Baker Kline’s Orphan Train, and Gary Jennings’s “Spangle” series.
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Thunder Song: Essays
A captivating collection of essays highlighting LaPointe’s unique experiences and inheritances as a modern Coast Salish woman. Strongly recommended for fans of Red Paint and similar memoirs; essential for Pacific Northwest library collections.
Brilliantly narrated by Hardingham and Haynes, this lush historical novel smoothly incorporates complicated topics into a quiet, hopeful tale.
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Finding Sophie
An electrifying triumph and a must-listen for Mahmood’s fans and for those encountering his work for the first time. Readers of twisty thrillers in the vein of Gillian Flynn and Tana French will be riveted.
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The Blueprint
An unputdownable listen for fans of speculative fiction or of Octavia E. Butler, Ursula K. Le Guin, and Kazuo Ishiguro.
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This Spells Love
Fans of Tessa Bailey’s Hook, Line, and Sinker or Emily Henry’s People We Meet on Vacation will devour Robb’s debut.
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Last Seen in Havana
Relationship fiction wrapped in a gentle mystery. This atmospheric series entry is recommended for fans of Leah Franqui’s After the Hurricane.
An excellent production, combining surrealism and fantasy with the relatable hardships of life. Humorous, heartbreaking, and determinedly honest, this unique memoir offers an unforgettable listening experience.
A devastating account of forced assimilation, the search for cultural identity, and the ravages of addiction, told through the shifting perspectives of Orange’s layered, wounded characters. An essential purchase.
Safina’s lyrical latest is a serene, educational listen that uses simple language to discuss complex topics. Recommended for anyone charmed by the unfolding of life and interested in the effect personal ideologies have had on humankind’s interactions with nature.
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Daughter of Ashes
This well-paced mystery, underlaid with an implacable sense of urgency, will hold listeners’ attention throughout. Recommended for fans of Laurie Stevens, Samantha Holland, and Joanna Schaffhausen.
Firkins’s (Marlowe Banks, Redesigned) latest is a solid purchase for libraries looking for funny and heart-warming romance with a bit of a twist.
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Right on Cue
Ballard’s (Just My Type) latest is a sweet and steamy contemporary romance that should please fans of the genre.
Brentan’s inviting narration enhances this fascinating book, offering a unique glimpse into the rise of fashion magazines. Share with listeners seeking to learn more about the challenges women artists faced as they fought against conventional expectations in pursuit of their dreams.
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The Other Valley
Beautifully imagined speculative fiction. This stirring portrait of one woman’s determination to survive and right the wrongs of the past will resonate with fans of Caroline Hardaker’s Mothtown.
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California Bear
An unstoppable listen, highly recommended for those craving a thrilling break from reality.
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Whiskey Tender: A Memoir
A must-listen for those seeking a nuanced discussion of the difficulty of balancing the complexities of assimilation with a desire to remain connected to one’s culture and history. Audiences who enjoyed Tommy Orange’s There There or Terese Marie Mailhot’s Heart Berries should take note.
A riveting story, laying bare the brutality of nature and the perseverance and passion of a gifted athlete.
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A Year of Last Things: Poems
A mesmerizing audio, enhanced by the author’s heartfelt narration. Recommended for listeners hoping to immerse themselves in a poetic escape that is beautifully written and raw.
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Greta & Valdin
Readers of Sally Rooney looking for a queer, self-redeeming, and family-focused narrative are sure to enjoy Reilly’s striking debut.
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The Sisters of Belfast
Perfect for listeners seeking historical fiction delving into faith and the importance of familial bonds. Share with those who enjoy the works of Kate Quinn and Louise Fein.
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Radiant Heat
Collins’s claustrophobic debut is recommended for those seeking a layered psychological mystery that touches on topics such as sexual abuse, stalking, and the power of nature’s fury.
Bosker’s foray into contemporary art will have listeners visiting local art museums or even pondering their own art purchases.
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Treacle Walker
Garner’s latest evokes Pullman’s “His Dark Materials” trilogy with the joining of philosophy and childhood perspectives.
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This Wretched Valley
A fast-paced, dread-filled survival tale, perfect for fans of Scott Smith’s The Ruins.
Martin’s memoir about living through and emerging from devastation, together with her reflections on history and climate change make for a rich and timely listen.
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The Glutton
Blakemore’s highly recommended sophomore novel, illuminating the complexities behind an infamous historical figure, is devastating and compassionate in equal turns.
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The Busy Body
This audio will appeal to listeners seeking an amusing contemporary murder mystery that channels classic detective-sidekick stories. Recommended for fans of Betty Hechtman, Richard Osman, and Nita Prose.
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Salt & Broom
Fans of magical retellings will delight in Jane’s newfound powers in this blend of witchy gothic romance and supernatural cozy mystery. Share with listeners who enjoyed the similar setting and mystery in B.R. Myers’s A Dreadful Splendor.
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The Molossus of Old Man Moyer
A perfect ghost story for fans of The Amityville Horror or listeners who prefer not-so-subtle scares. The short runtime makes this a quick supernatural thriller that ends with a decidedly loud bang.
A gracefully told portrait of resilience, enhanced with recipes that are both mouthwatering and evocative.
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Root Fractures: Poems
At turns heartbreaking and breathtaking, this collection of poems and images stuns. Listeners will be eager for more from this talented poet.
A chorus of voices brings to life the writings, reflections, and history of a groundbreaking magazine. Pair with Stuff Mom Never Told You by Anney Reese and Samantha McVey.
An alluring exploration of relationships through a fantastical lens that may appeal to those who enjoyed Cassandra Khaw’s The Salt Grows Heavy or Kelly Barnhill’s The Crane Husband.
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Last Acts
This audio will appeal to listeners seeking compelling contemporary fiction about family businesses and father/son relationships. Recommended for fans of classic satire authors like Joseph Heller and contemporaries like Frank Bill.
Compelling storytelling, animated narration, and well-researched information combine to create a superb listening experience for anyone interested in early American history.
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Sanctuary
Fans of Isabel Cañas’s The Hacienda and Shirley Jackson’s The Haunting of Hill House will savor this solidly scary yarn.
This spring, audiobooks delight those who read with their ears through works that enchant, disrupt, and inspire. Let skilled voice artists pull you into worlds that span history and continents, with spotlights in this edition on Indigenous writers and poetry.
The March 2024 Audio in Depth issue features several standout listens, from fiction titles across genres to multiple memoirs, poetry, and more.
Memoirist and poet Michelle Porter offers a groundbreaking debut novel that's an unforgettable, enchanting listen, while an anthology of Indigenous horror stories offers something for every listener, from quietly unsettling tales to gruesome body horror.
A brief, quietly gorgeous audiobook of Yalie Saweda Kamara's poetry reveals new meaning with every listen, and a groundbreaking and deeply passionate poetry collection from Mikeas Sánchez celebrates language and feminine power.
In the excellent follow-up to Emily Wilde’s Encyclopaedia of Faeries, Emily’s new research project/adventure is more dangerous and action-packed than her last.
An incredibly written and performed historical horror novel and a spellbinding debut that follows the crew of a paranormal investigations TV show are must-listens.
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The Good Part
Will appeal to listeners seeking a witty, whimsical time-slip tale that’s a heartwarming blend of relationship fiction and romantic comedy. Recommended for fans of Holly James, Amy Lea, and Josie Silver.
This emotional deep dive into the Klan’s roots and how Grant tried to suppress their impact reinforces the notion that while the Civil War may have legally ended enslavement, Reconstruction did nothing to eliminate prejudice and discrimination.
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The Christmas Café
This audio will appeal to listeners seeking an upbeat friends-to-lovers rom-com full of jubilant holiday joy. Recommended for fans of Sarah Adams, Kerry Winfrey, and Katie Bachand.
Adventure, magic, and history come together in a thrilling novel that’s perfect for fantasy and steampunk fans.
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Iron Flame
This audio will appeal to listeners seeking an intense, exhilarating epic fantasy. Not suitable as a stand-alone; the series is slated to be a quintet, so resolution will be deferred. Recommended for fans of Sarah J. Maas and Terry Brooks.
A stimulating, deeply researched history that is simultaneously entertaining and heartbreaking. Harriot’s self-narrated work is an essential purchase for all audio history collections.
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Search History
Will appeal to listeners seeking contemporary literary fiction about the dark, destructive side of social media and the secrets under its surface. Recommended for fans of Zoe Whittall, Nicola Moriarty, and Lisa Unger.
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Guy’s Girl
An honest and engaging story about romantic love, self-love, and coming into one’s own.
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Edge of the Grave
A chilling, blood-soaked gangster noir, set on the historic streets of Glasgow. Fans of the Netflix series Peaky Blinders will want to take note.
Recommended for all thriller audio collections. Listeners who enjoy whodunits and closed-circle mysteries will want to pick this one up.
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The Breakup Tour
Despite Riley’s penchant for writing songs about heartbreak, listeners will be hoping that this time she and Max will finally get their fairy-tale happy ending. A second-chance romance for fans of Taylor Swift or of authors Rachel Lynn Solomon and Emma Lord.
Taking a cue from classic horror stories such as Poe’s works and Shirley Jackson’s The Haunting of Hill House, Winterson has crafted an unsettling and thoughtful collection sure to appeal to those seeking an atmospheric, chilling listen.
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Silence in Her Eyes
Will appeal to listeners seeking a fast-paced, frightening psychological novel, full of tension and twists. Recommended for fans of Rachel Hawkins, Ruth Ware, and Alice Feeney.
Clarren lays bare the many wrongs inflicted on Indigenous peoples and suggests possible means of making reparations. An eye-opening book exploring the author’s family history against a troubling historical backdrop.
This deeply touching memoir sheds light on the seemingly insurmountable challenges encountered by impoverished people seeking better lives for themselves and their families. Fans of Maid and the Netflix series inspired by the book will want to listen to this.
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Karma: My Autobiography
The lackluster narration and sparse insights make this audio a necessary purchase only for dedicated fans.
A fantastical novel blurring the boundary between the real and the imagined. Listeners will be swept up into the world of Victorian Norwich as Edith breaks free from her bindings and comes into her own.
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Reasonable Adults
This fun, fast-paced audio will appeal to those seeking a relationship-fiction-meets-workplace-romance about fresh starts and self-discovery. Recommended for fans of Sophie Kinsella, Kate Spencer, and Anastasia Ryan.
This audio will appeal to listeners seeking a candid autobiographical analysis of the ease with which one becomes addicted to both substances and behaviors. Recommended for fans of Sarah Levy and Holly Whitaker.
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Resurrection Walk
Haller and Bosch fans will not be able to stop listening to this expertly narrated, suspenseful courtroom drama.
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The Future
Alderman’s The Power, which was recently made into a popular television series, continues to attract attention; libraries should expect high demand for this twisty and emotionally resonant vision of the future.
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Thornhedge
With a running time of fewer than four hours, this is perfect for short road trips. Recommend to faerie and folk tale fans who enjoyed Seanan McGuire’s “Wayward Children” series or Kell Woods’s After the Forest.
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The Christmas Swap
A lively lesbian rom-com that navigates tough issues while still delivering an uplifting ending.
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The Queen of the Valley
While Hughes occasionally references Puri’s past experiences, from her 2021 novel The Spanish Daughter, this loose sequel can easily be listened to as a stand-alone. Multicast narration lends emotional dimension and a strong sense of place.
This brief, quietly gorgeous audiobook reveals new meaning with every listen. A radiant addition to any poetry collection.
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Day
Cunningham’s skilled storytelling, complemented by Moore’s exceptional narration, transforms this work into a deeply emotional exploration of the complexities within family dynamics. A must-listen that will resonate with audiences who have their own memories of the pandemic era.
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Ilium
Carpenter (Eleven Days) offers a literary thriller that is poignant, delicately dramatic, and lyrical. Share with listeners seeking a nuanced espionage story like Rebecca Starford’s An Unlikely Spy.
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Saevus Corax Deals with the Dead
A must for fans of the lighter side of grimdark and morally gray characters like Shannack from Christopher Buehlman’s The Blacktongue Thief.
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Yours for the Taking
While some listeners might wish for more robust characterizations, this speculative look at the cost of capitalist feminism intrigues. For fans of Brey Willows’s Chosen.
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Fall
Recommend Clark’s series to fans of police detective procedurals and domestic suspense.
Although the production is long, the hours fly by. Fans of Diana Gabaldon’s “Outlander” series will find much to love.
This debut novel takes on existential uncertainty with wit and compassion. The pitch-perfect narration makes it highly recommended in audio.
An imaginative audiobook for fans of Kim Fu’s Lesser Known Monsters of the 21st Century or anyone seeking a deep descent into folkloric surrealism.
A richly rendered audiobook offering insight into the experiences of the women who shake (and are shaken by) the power of the Crown. Recommended for followers of British royalty and those seeking feminist cultural studies works.
A portrait of an artist’s evolution that should resonate with hip-hop lovers and Roots fans alike. It’s short and will leave listeners wanting more.
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The Other Half
A good fit for listeners seeking a mash-up of mystery and suspenseful satire about entitled, irreverent English aristocrats. Recommended for fans of Gillian McAllister, Cate Ray, and Jillian Medoff.
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Lilith
A perfect listen for fans of Madeline Miller, Natalie Haynes, and others who have retold ancient myths from alternative perspectives.
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Baking Spirits Bright
Bursting with picture-perfect holiday charm, plenty of red herrings, and even a little romance, Fox’s latest cozy mystery is great fun.
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Happily Ever Alaska
Will appeal to listeners seeking a tender, small-town, second-chance romance with a gently inspirational bent. It’s a cozy listen for series fans but equally good as a stand-alone.
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The Shadow Speaker
Lyrical, emotive narration enhances a compelling coming-of-age novel, the first in a duology perfect for any audio fantasy collection.
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