Audible Picks September 30, 2026

Audible Picks September 30, 2026

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Murder and Marinara (The Italian Kitchen Mysteries Book 1) book cover
Genre: Mystery
Tags: Mystery

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A Jersey shore reality show goes off script when the producer is found dead outside the Casa Lido restaurant. Can whodunnit writer Victoria Rienzi solve a real murder to save her family’s livelihood—and keep her hunky ex out of jail? A Suspense Magazine BEST COZY and Daphne Award finalist.

Poison Pen (Claudia Rose Forensic Handwriting Mysteries Book 1) book cover
Genre: Mystery
Tags: Mystery

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Suicide or murder? When ruthless talent agent Lindsey Alexander is found dead, forensic handwriting expert Claudia Rose sees troubling signs in the note found with her body. As she digs into Lindsey’s files, Claudia uncovers a secret side business, multiple motives for murder—and a dangerous truth someone will kill to keep hidden.

The Cornish Halloween Murder (Nosey Parker Cozy Mysteries Book 11) book cover
Genre: Mystery
Tags: Mystery

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Halloween in Penstowan turns deadly when eerie dolls are discovered inside an abandoned convent slated for redevelopment. Ex-cop Jodie Parker investigates whispers of witches, ghostly cries, and a campaign to stop the project. But when a builder is found dead, Jodie and DCI Nathan Withers must uncover whether the culprit is supernatural—or flesh and blood.

The Gotland Deception (A World on Fire Book 1) book cover
Genre: Thriller & Suspense

The Gotland Deception (A World on Fire Book 1)

By James Rosone, narrated by Jeffrey Kafer
Tags: Thriller & Suspense

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The world was on fire. It didn’t matter who started it—only who ended it. As Russia and China forge a powerful new alliance, the race for rare earth minerals ignites proxy wars from Angola to Taiwan. Assassination, sabotage, and a sunken warship force NATO to respond. World War III has already begun in The Gotland Deception.

Forget or Forgive? Never!: Suspense, Dark Secrets, and Revenge with a Twist book cover
Genre: Thriller & Suspense
Tags: Thriller & Suspense

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After a lifetime of bullying and humiliation because of her appearance, one final unjust act is the catalyst for starting on a calculated system of payback. Will revenge bring her peace or become an obsession? An unlikely friendship and an opportunity to help other victims of abuse offers a chance at redemption. But has she already gone too far?

The Good Club: Five Men. One World. Total Control. book cover
Genre: Thriller & Suspense

The Good Club: Five Men. One World. Total Control.

By J.T. Kuendig, narrated by Patrick Christopher
Tags: Thriller & Suspense

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What if the world’s greatest crises weren't accidents, but carefully engineered events designed to give five men complete control through total secrecy? They control the money. They control global health. They control information. And with all that, they control you.

Yakuza: A 400-Year History of the Japanese Underworld book cover
Genre: True Crime

Yakuza: A 400-Year History of the Japanese Underworld

By Andrew Rankin, narrated by Paul Dateh
Tags: True Crime

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Explore the definitive history of Japan’s yakuza, from seventeenth-century samurai gang culture and black markets to modern criminal syndicates. Andrew Rankin traces their influence across gambling, security, construction, entertainment, and more, revealing how these notorious organizations became deeply intertwined with Japanese society and culture.

Forged in the Fire (Crimson Crows Book 1) book cover
Genre: Steamy Romance

Forged in the Fire (Crimson Crows Book 1)

By A.L. Jackson, narrated by Connor Crais, Desiree Ketchum
Tags: Steamy Romance

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Protecting my enemy’s sister was a terrible idea. She’s fiery, furious, and has no idea why she’s really here—or what danger is closing in. The more I try to keep her safe and at a distance, the harder she is to resist. But when outside threats strike, I’ll do anything to protect her, even if it means revealing the monster behind my secrets.

Fake It 'Til Fall (Faking the Holidays Book 2) book cover
Genre: Steamy Romance

Fake It 'Til Fall (Faking the Holidays Book 2)

By Claudia Burgoa, narrated by Stephanie Németh-Parker, Ryan Lee Dunlap
Tags: Steamy Romance

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Starting over in Boston was supposed to prove I’m fine. Then Forrest Wolfcraft walked into my café. Our families are sworn enemies, he’s a grumpy retired hockey player, and he’s definitely not supposed to be boyfriend material. But when I need a date for a family wedding, Forrest agrees to fake it—and starts acting far too much like the real thing.

A Very Good Bad Idea book cover
Genre: Steamy Romance

A Very Good Bad Idea

By Emma Chase, narrated by Sean Masters, Brooke Bloomingdale
Tags: Steamy Romance

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Rival real estate developers Damon and Jade both think they’ve inherited Shore Haven’s most coveted oceanfront property. There’s just one catch: to claim it, they must live together in its crumbling mansion for four months. As tempers flare and walls fall, their fierce rivalry turns into an attraction neither expected—and love becomes one very good bad idea.

The Moments We Chose Love (Swift Rivers Series Book 3) book cover
Genre: Romantic Suspense

The Moments We Chose Love (Swift Rivers Series Book 3)

By LJ Evans, narrated by Emery Erickson and Alex Goodman
Tags: Romantic Suspense

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Duet narration. A small-town, single-dad sheriff falls for his neighbor—a woman on the run. He’s spent a lifetime keeping the peace, but she’s the one outlaw he can’t walk away from. Welcome to Swift Rivers, where heroes fall hard, cowgirls fight back, and love is the bravest rescue of all.

Don't Say Mafia (The Wrong Made Men Book 1) book cover
Genre: Romantic Suspense

Don't Say Mafia (The Wrong Made Men Book 1)

By C.R. Jane, narrated by Sean Masters, Alexis Paige
Tags: Romantic Suspense

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Las Vegas mobster Jagger Thatcher always gets what he wants—and he wants Eden Thorne. Trapped in a toxic marriage and struggling to get by, Eden resists the dangerously powerful man despite their undeniable attraction. But when her familiar world collapses, Jagger offers protection, passion, and a new life—if Eden is willing to embrace the darkness that comes with him.

Blackmailing Belle (The Lost Girls Book 4) book cover
Genre: Paranormal Romance

Blackmailing Belle (The Lost Girls Book 4)

By Holly Roberds, narrated by Vivienne Ferrari, Gabriel De Leon
Tags: Paranormal Romance

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The Beast of Boston doesn’t ask for beauty—he demands obedience. When bookstore owner Belle is forced to marry ruthless Werebeast mafia boss Dominic Blackwell to settle her father’s debt, she’s plunged into a world of danger and curses. But forced proximity awakens a primal attraction, and falling for the Beast may cost Belle everything.

Autumn at the Cat Cafe book cover
Genre: Clean Romance

Autumn at the Cat Cafe

By Kathleen Fuller, narrated by Melissa Moran
Tags: Clean Romance

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Via Dalton has sworn off men, but when handsome LA heir Leo Brewster inherits the beloved bookstore next to her cat café, she’s determined to stop him from selling it. Her solution? An autumn bucket list filled with corn mazes, pumpkin patches, and small-town charm. Soon, grumpy Leo is falling for Pecan Corner—and Via may be falling for him.

The Bear and the Lamb (Fated Outlaws: A Dark Western Romance Series) book cover
Genre: Historical Romance

The Bear and the Lamb (Fated Outlaws: A Dark Western Romance Series)

By Halle Oak, narrated by Aria Montgomery, Jacob Morgan
Tags: Historical Romance

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Alice prayed for a protector. Instead, she got an outlaw. When her abusive husband brings wounded fugitive Kodiak into her care, Alice sees a chance to escape. He’s dangerous, hunted, and everything she should fear—but he makes her believe in fate. Together, they’ll break vows, outrun the law, and risk everything for a softer life.

The Ticket (Love Again Series Book 1) book cover
Genre: Literary Fiction

The Ticket (Love Again Series Book 1)

By Heather Grace Stewart, narrated by CJ Bloom and Gary Furlong
Tags: Literary Fiction

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When Pete’s breakup leaves him with two plane tickets he can’t get refunded, he invites strangers who share his ex’s name to join him. Allie James, newly divorced and fearless, takes the leap. Their around‑the‑world journey blends humor, heart, and slow‑burn chemistry for fans of Helen Fielding, Nora Ephron and Emily Henry.

The Maltese Version book cover
Genre: Literary Fiction

The Maltese Version

By Katy Simpson Smith, narrated by Christa Lewis
Tags: Literary Fiction

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On an island of limestone and blinding sea-light, where heat shimmers poetic visions along the horizon, certainty begins to waver. When translator Max disappears in Malta, the search for him unravels into a sly, sensual meditation on language, love, memory, and the stories we tell to make sense of one another.

Return to Merth (Tales of Merth Trilogy Book 3) book cover
Genre: Fantasy

Return to Merth (Tales of Merth Trilogy Book 3)

By Ruth C Mitchell, narrated by Kat Doll
Tags: Fantasy

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With themes of self-discovery and purpose, this rare, escapist adventure with high stakes, action-packed chapters is a seamless blend of rapid-fire action and meticulous world-building creating an adventure that is universally thrilling, capturing the imagination of casual weekend readers and the most cloistered fantasy book goblins alike.

The Tower of the Tyrant book cover
Genre: Fantasy

The Tower of the Tyrant

By J.T. Greathouse, narrated by Laura Kirman
Tags: Fantasy

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Fola is a sorceress, dedicated to exploring the barriers between life, death, and undeath. In a kingdom terrorized by ghosts, Fola can help. But hostile nobles, political machinations, and the threat of invasion have shaken the stability of the court. Her quest to rid the vulnerable kingdom of a sinister scourge has just begun.

The Emperor's Enemy (Unsurvivable Love Book 1) book cover
Genre: Fantasy

The Emperor's Enemy (Unsurvivable Love Book 1)

By Jasmine Mas, narrated by Emma Wilder, Teddy Hamilton
Tags: Fantasy

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Zora Ravenal joined the Crimson Army to destroy an empire, not become its hero. Now the deadly Knight Mage is trapped in a war and forced to partner with a dangerous Royal Mage who seems obsessed with her. As they train, fight, and trust each other with their lives, hatred twists into something far more dangerous. When hunter meets hunter, who becomes the prey?

Sword of the Fallen (Hearts of Dragons Book 1) book cover
Genre: Fantasy

Sword of the Fallen (Hearts of Dragons Book 1)

By G.J. Ogden, narrated by J.S. Arquin
Tags: Fantasy

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A dragon’s heart can forge kingdoms—or shatter them. When the magical sword protecting Dun Morlaig is stolen, Knight-Captain Torin Cadwell defies his tyrant father and joins ranger Ruxandra Elyr to recover it. With monsters besieging the city and the vengeful dragon Kyhrax preparing to strike, Torin must stop a war that could consume all seven realms.

The Slacker's Guide to Galactic Bureaucracy book cover
Genre: Science Fiction

The Slacker's Guide to Galactic Bureaucracy

By Julian Venn, narrated by Nicholas Gagne
Tags: Science Fiction

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A smart-home bug summons the Phlibb, a relentlessly helpful alien civilization convinced burnt-out coder Fitz Chen is Earth’s First Contact Liaison. Now Fitz must stop humanity from being optimized into oblivion—without missing his nap.

Settle Down book cover
Genre: Science Fiction

Settle Down

By Jeremy Robinson, narrated by R.C. Bray
Tags: Science Fiction

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After surviving a plane crash, Prof. Clayton Reed is stranded on an island with dwindling supplies and fractured survivors. Then strange lights fill the sky. Rescued by a drifting yacht, they discover an even greater threat: Earth is under attack. As they sail toward a home that may no longer exist, Clayton realizes whoever invaded has noticed them.

Born to Disrupt: Healing for the Family Outsider book cover
Genre: Self Help & How-To

Born to Disrupt: Healing for the Family Outsider

By Nick Werber, narrated by Nick Werber
Tags: Self Help & How-To

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If you grew up as the family outsider, *Born to Disrupt* offers a new way to understand your story. Coach Nick Werber explores how sensitivity, truth-telling, and questioning family patterns can become sources of resilience and purpose. With research, stories, and practical exercises, discover tools for navigating shame, boundaries, generational pain, and healing.

Wealthy and Well-Known: Build Your Personal Brand and Turn Your Reputation into Revenue book cover
Genre: Business
Tags: Business

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Turn your reputation into revenue with a proven approach to personal branding. Rory and AJ Vaden reveal how experts, entrepreneurs, and professionals can clarify their positioning, create compelling thought leadership, grow their influence, and build a profitable business around their expertise—without chasing viral fame or millions of followers.

The Nearest Hand: Silver, Stimulus, Silicon, and the Five-Century Story of Who Gets Paid First book cover
Genre: Finance
Tags: Finance

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From the silver mines of Potosí to quantitative easing and the AI boom, *The Nearest Hand* traces a recurring economic question across five centuries: when new money enters an economy, who receives it first—and who pays the price later? Exploring Richard Cantillon’s influential theory through history, the book examines how the flow of new purchasing power can shape wealth, prices, and inequality.

Swan Song: Diana, My Sister book cover
Genre: Biography & Memoir

Swan Song: Diana, My Sister

By Charles Spencer, narrated by Charles Spencer
Tags: Biography & Memoir

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Nearly thirty years after Princess Diana’s death, her brother Charles Spencer shares an intimate portrait of the sister he knew and loved. From their inseparable childhood through Diana’s transformation into a global icon and the tragic events of 1997, *Swan Song* recounts their bond, her struggles in the public eye, and the extraordinary life behind the legend.

Never Say Die: A Memoir book cover
Genre: Biography & Memoir

Never Say Die: A Memoir

By Ke Huy Quan, narrated by Ke Huy Quan
Tags: Biography & Memoir

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In this stunning memoir, the Oscar-winning Ke Huy Quan of Indiana Jones and the Temple of Doom, The Goonies, and Everything Everywhere All at Once tells the story of his journey from Vietnamese refugee to 80s child star to the most inspiring comeback in Hollywood history. A love letter to the movies that shaped him, and a powerful testament to never give up on your dreams.