Audible Picks December 31, 2025

Audible Picks December 31, 2025

End the year right and check out this week’s collection! 🍾🎧

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Genre: Mystery

The Mysterious Affair at Styles

By Agatha Christie, narrated by Peter Dinklage, Himesh Patel and More
Tags: Mystery

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Experience Agatha Christie’s debut mystery in a vivid Audible Original. Peter Dinklage stars as Hercule Poirot, investigating the brutal murder of a wealthy matriarch at a grand English estate. With a star-studded cast and immersive Dolby Atmos sound, this 1914 period thriller pits a brilliant detective against a house full of hidden motives.

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Genre: Mystery

Lose Your Breath

By D.K. Hood, narrated by Patricia Rodriguez
Tags: Mystery

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When Annie Parkes is snatched from the street, elite operative David Kane is the only one who can save her. But rescuing her is just the start. As they go on the run from a vengeful enemy, Kane must battle his own past to keep her alive. This pulse-pounding thriller reveals the secret origins of a loner driven by duty and a hidden heart.

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Genre: Thriller & Suspense

An American Tragedy (Peter O'Keefe: Crime Series Book 4)

By Dan Flanigan, narrated by A.W. Miller Jennifer McCool and More
Tags: Thriller & Suspense

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Winner 2025 Killer Nashville Silver Falchion Award. The summer of 1988 burns with hysteria as the Satanic Panic grips the nation. When his daughter's beloved teacher is accused of horrific crimes, detective Peter O'Keefe can't walk away. What begins as a legal firestorm soon reveals a deeper rot-shadowy figures driven by prejudice and ambition.

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Genre: Thriller & Suspense

Saints and Sinners (Under City Lights Book 1)

By Piper Leigh Ion, narrated by Brittany Goodwin
Tags: Thriller & Suspense

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Haunted by her brother's murder, an assistant coroner hunts killers but finds her secret life threatened by a new romance and a copycat targeting everything she cares about, even her own life.

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Genre: Thriller & Suspense

The Clearing

By Simon Toyne, narrated by Shazia Nicholls and Hugh Ross
Tags: Thriller & Suspense

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Criminologist Laughton Rees investigates a girl’s disappearance in the Forest of Dean, where locals blame the mythical "Cinderman." Rejecting folklore for facts, Laughton uncovers a decades-old plot tied to a crumbling abbey and a forest commune. In this chilling thriller, the truth behind the legend is far more dangerous than any monster.

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Genre: True Crime

Bitter Harvest

By Ann Rule, narrated by Cassandra Campbell
Tags: True Crime

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In this harrowing New York Times bestseller, Ann Rule is at her masterful best as she winnows horrific truths from the ashes of what seemed like paradise in Prairie Village, Kansas. Rule probes the case of Debora Green, a doctor and a loving mother who seemed to epitomize the dreams of the American heartland.

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Genre: Steamy Romance

Pen Pal

By J.T. Geissinger, narrated by Tara Langella and Troy Duran
Tags: Steamy Romance

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On the day of her husband’s funeral, a widow receives a chilling letter from a prisoner named Dante. What begins as curiosity turns into a series of increasingly intimate letters, sparking a dangerous obsession. When Dante appears at her door, a steamy and dark romance unfolds, leading to a twist that will leave you absolutely breathless.

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Genre: Steamy Romance

Lights Out (Into Darkness Book 1)

By Navessa Allen, narrated by Elena Wolfe and Jacob Morgan
Tags: Steamy Romance

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Aly’s obsession with masked "thirst traps" turns explosive when Josh Hammond answers her darkest fantasies. Their high-heat connection blurs the line between hunter and lover, but when a real threat emerges, Josh must prove how far he’ll go to claim her. This viral dark romance is packed with spicy tension, banter, and a protector’s obsession.

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Genre: Steamy Romance

X's and O's (Saint View Murder Squad Book 1)

By Elle Thorpe, narrated by Kelsey Navarro Foster, Sean Crisden and More
Tags: Steamy Romance

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Kidnapped and rescued by the "Murder Squad," Violet is claimed by three lethal men. From a masked psychopath to a grumpy professional and her prison pen pal, she doesn’t have to choose. This steamy "why choose" dark rom-com features a plus-size heroine, a twisted murder mystery, and enough heat to burn Saint View down.

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Genre: Romantic Suspense

Code of Silence (The Dark Kingdom Book 1)

By Shantel Tessier, narrated by Gideon Frost
Tags: Romantic Suspense

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Forced into a heartless deal, a young woman must marry her dangerous ex, Luca Bianchi, to settle a debt. As she navigates becoming a mafia wife to the man who broke her heart, a hidden enemy targets her for death. This high-stakes romantic suspense blends the "arranged marriage" trope with a gritty underworld battle for survival and love.

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Genre: Romantic Suspense

Bad Bishop (Society of Villains Book 1)

By L. J. Shen, narrated by Lucy Rivers and Corvin King
Tags: Romantic Suspense

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Handed to a psychopathic Irish prince to bury a dark secret, Lila becomes a pawn in a deadly mafia war. Tiernan Callaghan wants her for power, but he underestimates the girl with nothing left to lose. This gritty, age-gap romantic suspense follows a "bad bishop" protecting his pawn in a twisted game where the underdog plays for keeps.

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Genre: Paranormal Romance

The Darkness of Day

By S.V. Brosius, narrated by Ash Russ
Tags: Paranormal Romance

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It's 1995. An insecure young college student is about to be thrust into the surreal knowledge of the supernatural when a vampire comes to her rescue. He will show her the way towards embracing adulthood and her spiritual faith while trying to protect her from the rising dangers that threaten the world. Contains themes of Christianity.

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Genre: Clean Romance
Tags: Clean Romance

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Years after one innocent kiss, fate reunites Holly and Mitch when a fire turns her world upside down. Back in Somerset, friendship rekindles, attraction grows, and hope returns. But can they overcome the past and give love a chance?

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Genre: Historical Romance

The Reluctant Duchess (Ladies of the Manor Book 2)

By Roseanna M. White, narrated by Liz Pearce
Tags: Historical Romance

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Desperate to escape her past, Lady Rowena Kinnaird finds herself in a marriage of convenience with the notorious Duke of Nottingham. As they navigate high society’s traps, the Duke’s possession of the rare Fire Eyes jewels puts Rowena in a killer's crosshairs. This Edwardian historical romance is a riveting blend of danger, trust, and desire.

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Genre: Literary Fiction

Holly and the Magic Bunny

By Kateryna Dronova, narrated by Valerie Hamon
Tags: Literary Fiction

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When Holly is whisked away to a magical winter forest by a talking bunny, she must learn kindness, courage, and hard work to find her way home. Along the way, laughter and friendships teach her that helping others reveals her true strength. A heartwarming tale of adventure, magic, and the warmth hidden in winter’s chill.

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Genre: Literary Fiction

Birds of a Different Feather

By J. Schlenker, narrated by Sarah Seltz
Tags: Literary Fiction

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A tightly woven contemporary novel of friendship, secrets, and second chances—set in Seattle’s bookish corners and the sacred silence of ancient Egypt. If you love women’s fiction, literary mystery, and emotional journeys, grab Birds of a Different Feather and discover why friends sometimes become the family you never expected.

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Genre: Fantasy

The Northern Witch Series

By K.S. Marsden, narrated by Lil J. Bush
Tags: Fantasy

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The Quirky, Best-Selling YA Urban Fantasy Series - now available on Audiobook!

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Genre: Fantasy

Forbidden Forest (The Legends of Regia Book 1)

By Tenaya Jayne, narrated by Khristine Hvam
Tags: Fantasy

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Shape Shifter/Elf hybrid, Forest lives by the sword in a world that hates her for being a Halfling. Assigned a black ops mission in a time of war, Forest must protect her enemy, the vampire prince, Syrus. Through the danger, Forest and Syrus learn how thin the line is between love and hate. But it doesn't matter what they feel. Forest is forbidden.

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Genre: Fantasy

The Gate of the Feral Gods (Dungeon Crawler Carl Book 4)

By Matt Dinniman, narrated by Jeff Hays
Tags: Fantasy

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Welcome to the dungeon’s fifth floor, where failure is the only guarantee. Carl and his team must capture four bizarre fortresses in just fifteen days to survive. Forced to rely on a band of low-level "idiot" crawlers, the stakes have never been higher. This hilarious, high-octane LitRPG adventure is a race against time, traps, and gnomes.

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Genre: Fantasy

A Game of Thrones (A Song of Ice and Fire Book 1)

By George R. R. Martin, narrated by Roy Dotrice
Tags: Fantasy

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In a land where seasons last decades, a deadly struggle for the Iron Throne begins. As the noble Starks navigate a web of betrayal, ancient supernatural forces gather beyond the Wall. This epic masterpiece of political intrigue and gritty fantasy follows lords, assassins, and bastards as they play a game where you either win or you die.

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Genre: Science Fiction

Diffusion (Book 1)

By Stan C. Smith, narrated by Michael James Bell
Tags: Science Fiction

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On a field trip to remote Papua, Quentin and his students stumble upon an object that could change the world. But things begin to unravel, and Quentin realizes his own injured son is the only barrier to their escape. What would you sacrifice to bring to light the greatest discovery in human history?

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Genre: Science Fiction

Shadows of the Past (The Great War of the Worlds Book 1)

By Eric Goebelbecker, narrated by Stuart Gauffi
Tags: Science Fiction

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The Martians have returned. It's 1915, and the Great War has been interrupted by aliens wielding deadly new weapons. German soldier Emil must lead a mutiny against a rogue general and turn the aliens' own heat rays against them, while a US engineer uncovers an invasion in New York. A military sci-fi sequel to War of the Worlds.

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Genre: Self Help & How-To

Stop Letting Everything Affect You

By Daniel Chidiac, narrated by Daniel Chidiac
Tags: Self Help & How-To

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Break free from emotional chaos with Daniel Chidiac’s guide to reclaiming your peace. Learn to stop overthinking, set guilt-free boundaries, and end the cycle of self-sabotage. This transformative book offers practical tools to shift from victimhood to empowerment, teaching you how to stay unbothered and in control in an overwhelming world.

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Genre: Business

The Diary of a CEO

By Steven Bartlett, narrated by Steven Bartlett
Tags: Business

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Steven Bartlett, host of The Diary of a CEO, delivers a powerful playbook for excellence. Rooted in psychology and interviews with the world's top achievers, these fundamental laws offer a secret sauce for success. Whether you're building a business or mastering your life, this guide provides the essential principles to unleash your potential.

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Genre: Finance

Get Good with Money

By Tiffany the Budgetnista Aliche, narrated by Tiffany the Budgetnista Aliche
Tags: Finance

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Tiffany Aliche was a successful pre-school teacher with a healthy nest egg when a recession and advice from a shady advisor put her out of a job and into a huge financial hole. As she began to chart the path to her own financial rescue, the outline of her 10-step formula for attaining both financial security and peace of mind began to take shape.

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Genre: Biography & Memoir

The Elephant Whisperer (Book 1)

By Lawrence Anthony, Thea Feldman and More, narrated by Simon Vance
Tags: Biography & Memoir

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Conservationist Lawrence Anthony faces a life-changing challenge when he rescues a herd of "rogue" elephants. Set on a South African game reserve, this moving biography explores his journey to bond with the animals and the profound lessons they taught him. A heartwarming, adventurous tale for animal lovers about life, loyalty, and survival.

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Genre: Biography & Memoir

Assata

By Assata Shakur, narrated by Sirena Riley
Tags: Biography & Memoir

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The powerful autobiography of Assata Shakur, the first woman on the FBI’s Most Wanted list, offers a raw look at Black liberation and systemic racism. From her activism in the Black Panthers to her controversial conviction and escape, Shakur’s story is a definitive piece of history—a candid, witty, and pained account of a life defined by resistance.