Audible Picks September 10, 2025

Audible Picks September 10, 2025

Audible Picks September 10, 2025

Don't miss out on this week's incredible audiobook selections!

Till Those Cows Come Home (Farmerville Book 1) book cover
Genre: Mystery

Till Those Cows Come Home (Farmerville Book 1)

By Marty Martin, narrated by Paul J McSorley
Tags: Mystery

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“Not Even Doctor Phil Can Fix This.” The Psychological Mystery series starts with a traffic stop and escalates into a web of twisted secrets and deadly consequences."Unpredictably Chaotic! The Farmerville first chapter is a doozy! Not for the faint of heart, be prepared for some dark and twisted turns... a fright fest page turner!"

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Genre: Mystery

Lacey Jones

By Marty Martin, narrated by Paul J. McSorley
Tags: Mystery

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A woman with a gun to her head finds herself naked on the side of an isolated road. How did she get there and why?

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Genre: Thriller & Suspense

The Secrets She Keeps

By Michael Robotham, narrated by Lucy Price-Lewis
Tags: Thriller & Suspense

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In the best-selling tradition of The Girl on the Train and In a Dark, Dark Wood, from the internationally best-selling author whom Stephen King called "an absolute master" of the psychological thriller, comes a riveting suspense novel about the unlikely friendship between two pregnant women that asks: How far would you go to create the perfect family?

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Genre: Thriller & Suspense

The Verdict

By Nick Stone, narrated by David Thorpe
Tags: Thriller & Suspense

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When Terry Flynt gets the chance to defend a millionaire accused of murder, he knows the case could make his career - but the accused man is Flynt's greatest enemy. Can he defend a man who ruined his life?

Tears of the Silenced: An Amish True Crime Memoir of Childhood Sexual Abuse, Brutal Betrayal, and Ultimate Survival book cover
Genre: True Crime
Tags: True Crime

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When Misty was six years old, her family started to live and dress like the Amish. Misty and her sister were kept as slaves on a mountain ranch where they were subjected to almost complete isolation, sexual abuse, and extreme physical violence. They also knew that no rescue would ever come because only a couple of people even knew they existed and did not know them well enough to care.

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Genre: Steamy Romance

Love, Lies, and Celtic Knots (Pelican Point Book 1)

By C.A. Miconi, Delta James, Irene Lawless and, Annie Carlisle, narrated by JT Farrell
Tags: Steamy Romance

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Welcome to Celtic Knot Winery, where four steamy, emotional romances unfold amidst secrets, scandal, and second chances. In Love, Lies, and Celtic Knots, passion runs deep and redemption is always on the menu. Pour a glass—these vineyard love stories are aged to perfection.

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Genre: Steamy Romance

Rival Secrets (Love over Murder Book 1)

By J.D. Carothers, narrated by Shane East and Samantha Brentmoor
Tags: Steamy Romance

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Sizzling romance, secrets, and a sabotaged cooking competition. It’s Vegas. Anything can happen. Cassandra: A once-in-a-lifetime opportunity includes a sexy billionaire with a swoony British accent and sizzling kisses. Evan: A petite beauty distracts me from my problems. She’s mesmerizing. But lurking dangers and my secret could ruin everything.

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Genre: Steamy Romance

Tanner (The Billionaires of Whispers Book 1)

By Samantha Skye, narrated by Sean Masters and Victoria Connolly
Tags: Steamy Romance

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My grumpy new neighbor is a billionaire with golden eyes, a gravelly voice, and a plan to take my land. I came to Whispers to rebuild, not to spar with a whiskey tycoon. But tension turns to temptation, and just as things ignite, a vicious twist threatens to burn it all down.

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Genre: Romantic Suspense

Love Me to Death (The Dillon Sisters Book 1)

By Brynne Asher, narrated by Desireé Ketchum and Joe Arden
Tags: Romantic Suspense

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I'm driven by an obsession for a man who's turning out to be dark, dangerous, and downright depraved.

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Genre: Romantic Suspense

Hot Blooded (Rick Bentz/Reuben Montoya Book 1)

By Lisa Jackson, narrated by Alyssa Bresnahan
Tags: Romantic Suspense

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Lisa Jackson is a New York Times best-selling author of suspenseful, erotic thrillers. In Hot Blooded, she transports listeners into the heart of New Orleans, where a deluded murderer is on a holy quest of vengeance. Dr. Samantha Leeds hosts her own late-night radio talk-show on WSLJ. One day she receives a menacing phone call at her home, while miles away, a prostitute is strangled to death.

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Genre: Paranormal Romance

Demure (Modern Legends of Sidhe Book 1)

By Hope E. Davis, narrated by Molly Briar and Caesar Esturco
Tags: Paranormal Romance

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Sierra Lopez went on one date with Aodhan De Thuaidh, which was enough to know they were not, under any circumstances, compatible. But Aodhan keeps showing up--around town and at her job. But something about this mysterious man just isn't adding up, and Sierra is starting to think that maybe he is not quite human...

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Genre: Clean Romance

Falling for a Real Cowboy (Vargas Ranch Book 1)

By Karen Baney, narrated by Virtual Voice
Tags: Clean Romance

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She's chasing redemption. He's running from love. Ranch heir Dalton has sworn off women to focus on the family business. But when a big-city romance author arrives to research cowboy life, his carefully structured world turns to chaos. Can faith bridge the divide between a no-nonsense cowboy and a city-slicker author?

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Genre: Historical Romance

Pictures of You ('90s Coming of Age Book 1)

By Leta Blake, narrated by Michael Ferraiuolo
Tags: Historical Romance

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Peter Mandel hides his desires behind a camera lens—until Adam Algedi shatters his careful secrets. Their first love is electric, intoxicating, and tangled in lies. But when Peter’s heart strays toward Daniel, he must decide who he is and what he truly wants. Pictures of You launches the acclaimed ’90s Coming of Age trilogy of love, risk, and self-discovery.

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Genre: Literary Fiction

The Revenge of the Stoned Rats

By Eddie Smyth, narrated by Virtual Voice
Tags: Literary Fiction

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Step into the streets of 1970s Dublin where the Catholic Church reigns, whilst the 'Troubles' in Northern Ireland rage, and meet young Billy Sikes; abandoned by his mother and tormented by his sociopathic cousin Agnes, but when his legendary half-brother Herbert arrives and Agnes mysteriously disappears, Billy's life will never be the same again.

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Genre: Literary Fiction

Last Verse of the Sword: The True Story of Japan's Last Woman Warrior

By Livia Huntingdon-Jones, narrated by Virtual Voice
Tags: Literary Fiction

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The Last Verse of the Sword is an epic and intimate account of the real-life Battle of Aizu, a story of honour, sacrifice, and a woman's fight to define her own legacy at the end of an era. When history has already decided your fate, how do you choose to die?

Artania: The Pharaohs' Cry (The Artania Chronicles Book 1) book cover
Genre: Fantasy

Artania: The Pharaohs' Cry (The Artania Chronicles Book 1)

By Laurie Woodward, narrated by K. C. Wayman
Tags: Fantasy

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“Fantastically original.” “Whimsical and uplifting.” — Amazon reviews. In a world where paintings breathe and sculptures walk, two boys must use their artistic gifts to battle nightmare creatures and free captured pharaohs before an entire realm of living art is destroyed.

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Genre: Fantasy
Tags: Fantasy

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In a world where the threads of reality fray and unravel like a well-worn tapestry, my life is abruptly woven into a tangled mess. The cost of my transformation is greater than I could have imagined. A cataclysmic upheaval shakes the foundation of my entire family, threatening to tear us apart. The toll nearly claims my beloved husband's life.

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Genre: Fantasy

Astray (The Adventures of a Xeno-Archaeologist Book 1)

By Jenny Schwartz, narrated by Emily Woo Zeller
Tags: Fantasy

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Nora Devi is a xeno-archaeologist with a complicated past.

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Genre: Science Fiction

I, Robot Alien (The Robot Series Book 3)

By Joel R. Dennstedt, narrated by Nick Flesher
Tags: Science Fiction

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A robot alien and his robotic bird - out to save humanity from themselves.

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Genre: Science Fiction

The Freedom Fleet (Freedom Fleet Book 1)

By Daniel Arenson, narrated by Bobby Garrison
Tags: Science Fiction

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What if WW2 were fought in space? In 1944, a secret Nazi experiment split the universe in two. In our universe, we won. Hitler died. But in a parallel universe, the Nazis discovered the atom bomb first... and conquered the world. Now it's 2207, and the two universes collide. It's WW2 again. This time in space. From a USA Today bestselling author.

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Genre: Self Help & How-To

The Courage to Be Disliked (Courage To Book 1)

By Ichiro Kishimi and Fumitake Koga, narrated by Noah Galvin, Graeme Malcolm and, January LaVoy
Tags: Self Help & How-To

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The Courage to Be Disliked, already an enormous best seller in Asia with more than 3.5 million copies sold, demonstrates how to unlock the power within yourself to be the person you truly want to be.

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Genre: Business

New Sales. Simplified.

By Mike Weinberg, narrated by Mike Weinberg
Tags: Business

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No matter how much repeat business you get from loyal customers, the lifeblood of your business is a constant flow of new accounts. Packed with tested strategies and anecdotes, New Sales. Simplified. offers a proven formula for prospecting, developing, and closing deals.

Feel-Good Finance: Untangle Your Relationship with Money for Better Mental, Emotional, and Financial Well-Being book cover
Genre: Finance
Tags: Finance

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Picture this: You're at a group dinner, scanning the pricey menu in dread, knowing you have food at home. When it comes time to pay, your friend proclaims, "We should split the check!" So you hand over your card, praying it's not declined, while internally screaming, But I only got water!

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Genre: Biography & Memoir

Love in the Time of Covid: A Memoir in 50 Essays

By Ian Patrick, narrated by Michael Richard
Tags: Biography & Memoir

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Fifty short essays reflecting the author's reactions to the poisoning of social discourse during the Covid era from 2020 to 2024, when there was 'no love lost' between adversarial parties as they framed their competing narratives around the major issues of the period.

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Genre: Biography & Memoir

Sonny Boy

By Al Pacino, narrated by Al Pacino
Tags: Biography & Memoir

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From one of the most iconic actors in the history of film, an astonishingly revelatory account of a creative life in full.

Haunting Joy (Phantom Hearts Book 2)

Haunting Joy (Phantom Hearts Book 2) book cover
Genre: Paranormal Romance

Haunting Joy (Phantom Hearts Book 2)

by A. L. Hawke, narrated by Alexa Elmy

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Alec thought he had found peace in a secluded haunted manor. Instead, he discovered Joy, a woman tied to a tragic past. As they uncover dark secrets, the couple faces choices that could save or destroy their future together.

Audible Picks September 3, 2025

Audible Picks September 3, 2025

Audible Picks September 3, 2025

Dive into this week's thrilling audiobook picks you won't want to miss!

Southern Sass and Killer Cravings (Marygene Brown Mysteries Book 1) book cover
Genre: Mystery
Tags: Mystery

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Life has always been sweet on Georgia's Peach Cove Island, but a case of murder has Marygene Brown down in the pits....

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Genre: Mystery

Nightshade (Catalina Book 1)

By Michael Connelly, narrated by Will Damron
Tags: Mystery

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Introducing Detective Stilwell: a cop relentlessly following his mission in the seemingly idyllic setting of Catalina Island.

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Genre: Thriller & Suspense

Whatever It Takes (The Kit Hanover Series Book 2)

By Alan Brenham, narrated by Glenn Alan
Tags: Thriller & Suspense

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Detective Kit Hanover is forced to shed her old identity and infiltrate Las Vegas’s criminal underbelly as an exotic dancer to expose a sprawling money laundering empire. But as she becomes a pawn in a volatile turf war, the question isn’t just whether she can crack the case, but whether she can survive the fallout.

Spiral book cover
Genre: Thriller & Suspense

Spiral

By Randy Dean Noble, narrated by Edgar A. Hernandez
Tags: Thriller & Suspense

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Embark on a heart-pounding journey of unimaginable horror. Green awakens on the side of a dark highway, sitting in an old muscle car. And he’s not the only one. In a race for survival where being last means certain death, can they unravel the mystery before they spiral out of control? Prepare for a gripping and wild ride.

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Genre: True Crime

The Black Suit

By Andrew V. Kudin, narrated by Bobby McAfee
Tags: True Crime

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Haunting. Gripping. Unforgettable. The gritty crime drama, 'The Black Suit' audiobook is now available on Audible, iTunes, and Amazon — press play and step into the shadows.

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Genre: Steamy Romance

Texas Sunset (Love Under the Western Sky Book 2)

By Irene Lawless, narrated by JT Farrell
Tags: Steamy Romance

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Rachel heads to Texas for a fresh start and clashes with Mason, a rancher fighting to save his land. Sparks fly as they butt heads, but when her past resurfaces, Mason must risk everything—or lose the woman he’s falling for.

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Genre: Steamy Romance

Forbidden Love and Lattes (Sweetheart Scones & Stories Book 3)

By C.K. Darling, narrated by Andi Eloise and Ryan Lee Dunlap
Tags: Steamy Romance

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One house. One rule. One forbidden kiss. Former NFL star Asher wants a fresh start, but living with Izzie—his best friend’s sister—sets off sparks he can’t ignore. In Peachwood Grove, passion brews, secrets spill, and love collides with loyalty in this steamy small-town romance.

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Genre: Steamy Romance

A Deal with the Devil (The Grumpy Devils Book 1)

By Elizabeth O'Roark, narrated by Rose Dioro
Tags: Steamy Romance

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He might not be the devil, but working under him for six weeks is my idea of hell.

Nero (Alliance Book 1) book cover
Genre: Romantic Suspense

Nero (Alliance Book 1)

By S.J. Tilly, narrated by Jack Calihan and Chloe Ryan
Tags: Romantic Suspense

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Running away from home at 17 wasn't easy. Let's face it, though, nothing before or in the ten years since has ever been easy for me. And I'm doing okay—sorta. I just need to keep scraping by, living under the radar. Staying out of people's way, off people's minds.

Forbidden (Luna & Sol Omegaverse Book 1) book cover
Genre: Romantic Suspense

Forbidden (Luna & Sol Omegaverse Book 1)

By Emilia Emerson, narrated by Jameson Adams and Amber Lee Connors
Tags: Romantic Suspense

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What if everything forbidden to me—freedom, love, pleasure—could be mine? Would I be brave enough to take it?

Haunting Joy (Phantom Hearts Book 2) book cover
Genre: Paranormal Romance

Haunting Joy (Phantom Hearts Book 2)

By A. L. Hawke, narrated by Alexa Elmy
Tags: Paranormal Romance

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Alec thought he had found peace in a secluded haunted manor. Instead, he discovered Joy, a woman tied to a tragic past. As they uncover dark secrets, the couple faces choices that could save or destroy their future together.

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Genre: Clean Romance

Sweet Love (The Sweet Series Book 1)

By K.C. Lynn, narrated by Callie Dalton and Teddy Hamilton
Tags: Clean Romance

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Two cups of a protective, dirty-talkin' alpha who loves his Cupcake.

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Genre: Historical Romance

A Lasting Impression (Belmont Mansion Book 1)

By Tamera Alexander, narrated by Linda Stephens
Tags: Historical Romance

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Best-selling author Tamera Alexander has won numerous awards, including the Christy Award and RITA Award for Best Inspirational Romance.

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Genre: Literary Fiction

Water Memory (The Dog Logic Triptych Book 2)

By Tom Strelich, narrated by Tom Strelich
Tags: Literary Fiction

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1st Place - Audiobook - Pencraft Book Awards--The magnetic poles reversed, civilization has its clock reset to the cosmic flashing 12:00 am from a million years ago, and everybody is forgetting everything learned since. Everybody except Hertell Daggett, decides to start civilization all over. What could possibly go wrong?

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Genre: Literary Fiction

Bacon Grief

By Joel Shoemaker, narrated by Maxwell Glick
Tags: Literary Fiction

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“Readers will root for Charlie and Tim to find their way through the thicket of anxieties and droll snark to happiness.” — Kirkus Reviews

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Genre: Fantasy

Journey to Jumbalot

By Ryan Wakefield, narrated by Bill Lord
Tags: Fantasy

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A glowing doorway. A lost friend. Will one loyal pet turn out to be the hero of the hour? Alby the house cat has no desire for adventure. Rescued by the kindly Professor Wizoom, he’s grateful to be safe and lazy. But when his master vanishes through a magical door, the scaredy-cat summons what little courage he has and races in after him. Listen to the award-winning Journey to Jumbalot today!

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Genre: Fantasy

From Blood and Ash (Blood and Ash Book 1)

By Jennifer L. Armentrout, narrated by Stina Nielsen
Tags: Fantasy

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Forsaken by the gods and feared by mortals, a fallen kingdom is rising once more, determined to take back what they believe is theirs through violence and vengeance. And as the shadow of those cursed draws closer, the line between what is forbidden and what is right becomes blurred.

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Genre: Fantasy

The Fellowship of the Ring (Lord of the Rings Book 1)

By J. R. R. Tolkien, narrated by Andy Serkis
Tags: Fantasy

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This brand-new unabridged audiobook of The Fellowship of the Ring, the first part of J. R. R. Tolkien’s epic adventure The Lord of the Rings, is read by the BAFTA Award-winning actor, director, and author Andy Serkis.

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Genre: Science Fiction

Psyker (The Psyker Saga Book 1)

By Rory Surtain, narrated by Rory Surtain
Tags: Science Fiction

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In a dark science-fantasy epic, noble Paric Kilhaven’s life unravels when a psyker’s soul awakens within him. Branded an outlaw by the Imperium, he navigates his city's depths, dodging rival gangs and wielding dark energy. A clueless pawn or clever survivor? Paric battles for his planet’s fate in this immersive mystery thriller.

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Genre: Science Fiction

Cleave the Sparrow

By Jonathan Katz, narrated by Brad Grochowski
Tags: Science Fiction

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"Some books tell a story," writes Literary Titan. "Others drag you into a chaotic, unrelenting experience that scrambles your brain and leaves you questioning everything. Cleave the Sparrow is for people who enjoy satire so sharp it draws blood, philosophy so deep it makes your head hurt, and humor so dark you feel guilty laughing.”

How to Stop Worrying and Start Living: Time-Tested Methods for Conquering Worry book cover
Genre: Self Help & How-To
Tags: Self Help & How-To

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With Dale Carnegie’s expert advice, you’ll learn the proven, time-tested principles to breaking free of worry and anxiety so that you can start living your best life today.

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Genre: Business

The Doctor's Future

By Dr. Pietro Emanuele Garbelli, narrated by Nathan Chatelier
Tags: Business

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Uncertain about AI and robotics in medicine? The Doctor’s Future is the essential guide for doctors and healthcare leaders at this turning point. With bold insights and practical strategies, it shows how to adapt, thrive, and lead with confidence—delivering trustworthy care in a world being transformed. Narrated to engage and inspire action.

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Genre: Finance

$100M Money Models

By Alex Hormozi, narrated by Alex Hormozi
Tags: Finance

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If you have a business, this book will help you make more from it. If you don’t have a business, this will help you start one. If you have parents, this book will help you retire them. If you have rivals, this book will help you beat them. If you have monetary goals, this book will help you achieve them.

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Genre: Biography & Memoir

Other People

By Michael S. Piraino, narrated by Randy McCarten
Tags: Biography & Memoir

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In his heartfelt memoir, Michael shares how his early life shifted from light to darkness — and how he rebuilt it through love, science, and compassion. His story is filled with moving moments, real-life lessons, and inspiration.

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Genre: Biography & Memoir

The Glass Castle

By Jeannette Walls, narrated by Jeannette Walls
Tags: Biography & Memoir

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Jeannette Walls grew up with parents whose ideals and stubborn nonconformity were both their curse and their salvation. Rex and Rose Mary Walls had four children. In the beginning, they lived like nomads, moving among Southwest desert towns, camping in the mountains.

Matebranded (Rune Wolf Book 1)

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Genre: Paranormal Romance

Matebranded (Rune Wolf Book 1)

by Aimee Easterling, narrated by Heather Daniel

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I'm Elspeth, the petite werewolf enforcer no one sees coming. My mission: shut down a dangerous pack steeped in dark blood magic, a pack that just happens to be led by the alpha who surprised me yesterday with an out-of-the-blue offer to mate.

A Kiss of Salt & Sea (Darkstone Academy Book 1)

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Genre: Paranormal Romance

A Kiss of Salt & Sea (Darkstone Academy Book 1)

by Bliss Devlin, narrated by Beth Roeg and Hugo Locke

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When my evil stepfather sells me into slavery, they send me to work in the kitchens at a deadly magical academy. Now I'm bound to four irresistible supernatural protectors as someone begins murdering students. Can I survive Darkstone Academy?

Winter Princess (Daughter of Winter Book 1)

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Genre: Paranormal Romance

Winter Princess: Paranormal Reverse Harem (Daughter of Winter, Book 1)

by Skye MacKinnon, narrated by Laurel Schroeder

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Wyn has always stood out among humans as a demi-goddess. And today, on her 22nd birthday, her magic comes out in a big way. There was a tremendous bang. The Winter Queen, Wyn's mother, waits for her in the Realms of Gods, but there are some who will go to any length to prevent her from ever reaching the Realms, even if it means going to war. Will Wyn be able to survive the journey?

Forged in Blood (Broken Bloodlines Book 1)

Forged in Blood (Broken Bloodlines Book 1) book cover
Genre: Paranormal Romance

Forged in Blood (Broken Bloodlines Book 1)

by Sadie Kincaid, narrated by June DeBorahae, Maxine Mitchell, Sean Masters, Joe Arden, J. F. Harding and, Oscar Reyes

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Meet Ophelia Hart. Lover of classic literature and unicorns. An orphan with nobody in her corner—no family, no friends. But it’s her loneliness that fuels her life’s ambition to become a social worker and help the forgotten children just like her. For a foster kid with only slightly above-average grades, it feels like a pipe dream.

Audible Picks August 27, 2025

Audible Picks August 27, 2025

Audible Picks August 27, 2025

Explore the latest and greatest audiobook picks of the week!

Paws in the Action (Pet Psychic Cozy Mysteries Book 1) book cover
Genre: Mystery

Paws in the Action (Pet Psychic Cozy Mysteries Book 1)

By Max Parrott, narrated by Ann Richardson
Tags: Mystery

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"The story has a Nancy Drew style to it… fun and upbeat with a mystery that's intriguing, engaging, and is perfectly fitted to the witty duo of Luffy and Jasmine… funny, charming, lighthearted"- 5 Stars, Readers Favorite - A quaint town full of secrets. A string of bizarre occurrences. An unconvincing suicide...

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Genre: Mystery

Stone Cross (Arliss Cutter Book 2)

By Marc Cameron, narrated by David Chandler
Tags: Mystery

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In a remote Alaskan village, Deputy US Marshal Arliss Cutter searches for a stone-cold killer. A federal judge is receiving death threats and refuses protection. Cutter and his deputy Lola Teariki have been assigned to shadow him on his trip to make sure that he's safe. But they quickly discover that no one is ever really safe in a place like this.

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Genre: Thriller & Suspense

Danger Lies Within (The Ranfurly Mysteries Book 1)

By K.M. Krenik, narrated by Tim Campbell and K.M. Krenik
Tags: Thriller & Suspense

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Intrigue, suspense, and romance await readers in book one of The Ranfurly Mysteries. A fast moving page turner, with many twists, set in a dystopian world where dragons exist. A dashing chauffeur. A sensuous viscount. A manor with many secrets. "The best of everything a reader could want!" -Reedsy Review

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Genre: Thriller & Suspense

Admit Nothing (A Grant Hunter Thriller Book 1)

By Scott Urbach, narrated by Michael McEntee
Tags: Thriller & Suspense

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After a terrorist attack costs him his family and his career, CIA officer Grant Hunter investigates the death of the CIA station chief in Bangkok, only to uncover evidence of a KGB mole in the highest levels of the U.S. government. As bodies fall, he races to expose the traitor in a deadly world where no one can be trusted.

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Genre: True Crime

A Killing in Amish Country: Sex, Betrayal, and a Cold-blooded Murder

By Gregg Olsen, Rebecca Morris and, Linda Castillo, narrated by Coleen Marlo
Tags: True Crime

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Thirty-year-old Barbara Weaver was content to live as the Amish have for centuries - without modern convenience - but her husband, Eli, wanted a life beyond horses and buggies. Soon he gave in to the temptation of technology and found ways to go online and meet women. When Barbara was found dead, shot in the chest at close range, all eyes were on Eli...

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Genre: Steamy Romance

Shifters of the Three Rivers (Shifters of the Three Rivers Book 8)

By Kira Nightingale, narrated by Walker Williams and Laurie West
Tags: Steamy Romance

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I never wanted to see Ryan again. When he rejected me, I went on the run. Only now, I'm in trouble and hiding out in the one place I know I'll be safe until I heal and can leave again. But Ryan knows I’m here now, and he has very different ideas. The complete Mai and Ryan story, with spicy action-packed plots, hot shifters, and small-town vibes!

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Genre: Steamy Romance

Fierce Hearts, Fearless Love in Hibiscus Harbor

By Annie Carlisle, narrated by JT Farrell
Tags: Steamy Romance

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Five full-length small-town romances packed with danger, desire, and swoon-worthy heroes. From a Navy SEAL protector to a billionaire in a fake engagement, each couple faces the past, fights for love, and finds a second chance worth holding onto. Welcome to Hibiscus Harbor.

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Genre: Steamy Romance

The Realist

By Abbie Zanders, narrated by Zach Hebert
Tags: Steamy Romance

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Clarissa Sullivan and Travis Maxwell have something in common - they both just want to be left alone. As the only two residents in the remote mountain area, what begins as a reluctant alliance has the potential to become so much more. But in the wild, unforgiving wilderness, it just makes sense to have each other’s back, right?

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Genre: Romantic Suspense

Where Shadows Meet

By Colleen Coble, narrated by Devon O'Day
Tags: Romantic Suspense

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Hannah is distraught when her parents are murdered - but what makes it worse is that she should have been at home with them...not meeting her forbidden love, Reece. Unable to face the community and her guilt, she runs away and marries him.

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Genre: Romantic Suspense

Tough Justice (K-9 Special Ops Book 1)

By Tee O'Fallon, narrated by Vanessa Daniels
Tags: Romantic Suspense

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It should have been a routine investigation. Instead, DEA K-9 agent Adam "Deck" Decker watches in horror as one Denver hospital seems to be ground zero for overdoses of a new drug. Now Deck can only hope a certain icy, green-eyed ER doctor will help him and his canine partner track down the deadly source.

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Genre: Paranormal Romance

Forged in Blood (Broken Bloodlines Book 1)

By Sadie Kincaid, narrated by June DeBorahae, Maxine Mitchell, Sean Masters, Joe Arden, J. F. Harding and, Oscar Reyes
Tags: Paranormal Romance

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Meet Ophelia Hart. Lover of classic literature and unicorns. An orphan with nobody in her corner—no family, no friends. But it’s her loneliness that fuels her life’s ambition to become a social worker and help the forgotten children just like her. For a foster kid with only slightly above-average grades, it feels like a pipe dream.

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Genre: Clean Romance
Tags: Clean Romance

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Molly Bishop loves living in Manhattan and managing a boutique luxury hotel. She's about to be promoted to her dream job of General Manager, the role she's been striving for her entire career. There's only one thing standing in her way....

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Genre: Historical Romance

The Other Princess

By Denny S. Bryce, narrated by Nneka Okoye
Tags: Historical Romance

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A stunning portrait of an African princess raised in Queen Victoria’s court and adapting to life in Victorian England—based on the real-life story of a recently rediscovered historical figure, Sarah Forbes Bonetta.

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Genre: Literary Fiction

Pawn to King’s End (Secrets of the Republic Book 1)

By Douglas A. Gosselin, narrated by Soleman
Tags: Literary Fiction

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Pawn to King’s End unfolds in the shadows of the French and Indian War and the Revolution, following an Acadian family through exile, betrayal, and quiet acts of defiance. Rooted in documented history, this immersive audiobook captures the tension, sacrifice, and resilience that shaped a nation from the edges of the record.

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Genre: Literary Fiction

Dog Logic (The Dog Logic Triptych Book 1)

By Tom Strelich, narrated by Tom Strelich
Tags: Literary Fiction

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Hertell Daggett discovers a lost civilization, and they've been living beneath his pet cemetery due to some bad information they got back in 1963 about the end of the world. He leads the duck-and-cover civilization into the glorious, mystifying, and often dismaying modern world. What could possibly go wrong?

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Genre: Fantasy

Golden Eyed Legend (Legendary Stars Saga Book 1)

By Dai'Ja S. Rose, narrated by Josiah Times
Tags: Fantasy

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Jai, an amnesiac, is ready to accept his fate as no more than a mere blacksmith. He spent his life hiding his useless powers, until a twist in fate and he saves a member of a dragon-shifting nation. Jai now has a target on his back, his powers re-growing full and now there's a bounty on his head. He is wanted dead or alive. The hunt begins now.

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Genre: Fantasy

Sentinals Awaken (Sentinals Series Book 1)

By Helen Garraway, narrated by Matt Coles
Tags: Fantasy

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Start a new epic adventure set in a world of ancient myth and legend. Join Jerrol as he awakens the Lady's Sentinals, her personal guard, as they join forces to defend her world against an insidious evil. Sentinals Awaken is the first book in the saga of Remargaren, a vibrant, ancient world of high fantasy suffused with magic and adventure.

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Genre: Fantasy

The Name of the Wind (The Kingkiller Chronicle Book 1)

By Patrick Rothfuss, narrated by Nick Podehl
Tags: Fantasy

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My name is Kvothe. I've stolen princesses from slumbering barrow kings. Trebon was set on fire by me. I spent the night with Felurian and came out with my sanity and my life intact. By moonlight, I walk paths that people are afraid to mention during the day. I've had conversations with Gods, adored ladies, and written melodies that made minstrels weep. You may have heard of me.

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Genre: Science Fiction

Garbageman (Garbageman Book 1)

By Erik Dean, narrated by Peter Weathers
Tags: Science Fiction

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David and his new fiancée Julie find themselves in the wrong place at the wrong time – deepest, darkest gang territory. David's girlfriend gets kidnapped, and he is left for dead. His brain is severely damaged, until he is administered a new drug called Neurogen, David has a fantastic recovery, and the gang wants him dead. A strange creature comes to his aid, helps him fight, and rescues Julie.

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Genre: Science Fiction

War and Money

By Sofia Diana Gabel, narrated by Mira Williams
Tags: Science Fiction

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Dax, 15, conscripted to fight aliens, is skeptical of the motive behind the ongoing wars. With her fellow misfit soldiers, she sets out on an all-or-nothing fight for survival as she looks for evidence to finally end the greed and corruption at the heart of the wars, by befriending the very aliens Earth is battling. Her odds are not good.

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Genre: Self Help & How-To

Self-Motivation Mindset

By Laurie James, narrated by Rachael Doolen
Tags: Self Help & How-To

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Constantly overwhelmed by workplace stress and tight deadlines? Struggling to balance your professional ambitions and personal life? Ready to ignite your drive and unleash your full potential? Self-Motivation Mindset is your ultimate guide to mastering self-discipline, time management, and personal growth. Discover strategies that successful professionals use to thrive amid adversity.

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Genre: Business
Tags: Business

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Who is the most powerful woman in the room? She’s the one who can raise a million dollars in a minute. She’s the one who can command the attention of a crowd of any size from one person to a crowd of 5,000. She’s the one who can sell anything to anyone, just by asking. She can be you.

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Genre: Finance

Lords of Finance: The Bankers Who Broke the World

By Liaquat Ahamed, narrated by Stephen Hoye
Tags: Finance

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In 'Lords of Finance,' Liaquat Ahamed masterfully explores how decisions made by central bankers during the Great Depression set the stage for global economic turmoil and ultimately influenced the course of World War II. A compelling narrative on the pivotal role of monetary policy in shaping history.

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Genre: Biography & Memoir

Disrupter

By Cornelia E Davis, narrated by Grace Angela Henry
Tags: Biography & Memoir

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She rode camels, fought sexism, and faced danger to help wipe out smallpox in India. Dr. Connie Davis didn’t just make history—she shattered barriers. Disrupter is the true story of one woman’s fearless impact in global health. No permission. No blueprint. Just grit, vision, and unstoppable purpose.

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Genre: Biography & Memoir

Grace Interlaced

By Virginia Heslinga, narrated by Virginia Heslinga
Tags: Biography & Memoir

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I was a 12-year-old babysitter for my two brothers, plus the pastor's two-year-old son. My parents were out at a Red Cross meeting. A nighttime fire that destroyed my house, my family relationships, and took the life of my youngest brother. This memoir tells the traumatic story and the search for peace and healing in relationships, and for me.

Crescent Kingdom (The Wolves of Crescent Creek Book 1)

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Genre: Paranormal Romance

Crescent Kingdom (The Wolves of Crescent Creek Book 1)

by Tessa Hale, narrated by Vanessa Moyen, Connor Crais, Jason Clarke, JF Harding, Shane East and, Teddy Hamilton

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Audible Picks August 20, 2025

Audible Picks August 20, 2025

Audible Picks August 20, 2025

Explore the latest and greatest audiobook picks of the week!

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Genre: Mystery

Porkington Hamm and the Killer Tomatoes (Porkington's World Book 6)

By Margaret Rodeheaver, narrated by Virtual Voice
Tags: Mystery

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A chef, a rival café, and a dead body. Porkington’s invitation to cook for the wealthy Mr. Brockley and “The Guild” might be the lucky break that keeps Mugsy’s Café afloat. But when Brockley is found dead before the dinner takes place, Porkington sifts through suspects to solve the crime. He’s a better cook than detective, but Mugsy's is at stake!

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Genre: Mystery

Black Girl Gone

By N'Dia Rae and CN Mabry, narrated by Erin Ruth Walker
Tags: Mystery

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A gripping psychological thriller about a long-missing woman who returns home after two decades—only to uncover chilling family secrets and realize she may never have been wanted back, perfect for fans of Freida McFadden and Noelle Ihli.

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Genre: Thriller & Suspense

The Shutdown List

By Sharon Dukett, narrated by Linda Jones
Tags: Thriller & Suspense

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Anita fights to stay alive when she embarks on a perilous search for her missing husband, unaware he has kept a crucial secret from her. "This gripping environmental thriller...deftly intertwines personal tragedy with the high-stakes world of contemporary climate activism, the stakes both intimate and global.” Booklife Review, Editor’s Pick.

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Genre: Thriller & Suspense

The Kremlin Conspiracy (Marcus Ryker Book 1)

By Joel C. Rosenberg, narrated by Adam Grupper
Tags: Thriller & Suspense

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With an American president distracted by growing tensions in North Korea and Iran, an ominous new threat is emerging in Moscow. A czar is rising in the Kremlin, a Russian president feverishly consolidating power, silencing his opposition, and plotting a brazen and lightning-fast military strike that could rupture the NATO alliance and bring Washington and Moscow to the brink of nuclear war.

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Genre: True Crime

The Serial Killer Travel Guide Across America: Your Coast-to-Coast Tour of Terror

By Johnny Trevisani and Brian Whitney, narrated by Casey Montgomery
Tags: True Crime

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Take a darkly funny road trip to real-life murder sites across America. This twisted true crime travel guide blends history, psychology, and gallows humor for TRUE CRIME fans of traveling and the macabre.

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Genre: Steamy Romance

Single-Minded (Single Dads of Dragonfly Lake Book 4)

By Amy Knupp, narrated by Connor Crais and Stella Hunter
Tags: Steamy Romance

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The hot single dad is supposed to renovate her house, not become the love of her life. But Presley’s always been super efficient, so who knows?

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Genre: Steamy Romance

Heads on Fire (Heads on Fire Book 1)

By Elora Ramirez, narrated by Amelia Mendez
Tags: Steamy Romance

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Nova Scofield isn’t looking for anything serious. But then Jax Stratford walks into the shop and Nova suddenly remembers what it’s like to feel the gravitational pull of chemistry. For one night, she lets her desire lead her. The problem: Jax isn't just a one-night stand. He's a potential business partner. And with her ex turning obsessive, the heat reaches a fever pitch.

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Genre: Steamy Romance

The Nanny Is Off Limits

By Q.B. Tyler, narrated by Stephen Dexter and Audrey Obeyn
Tags: Steamy Romance

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A spicy and forbidden age gap romance about an overworked father of three who falls for the nanny that enters his life and changes everything.

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Genre: Romantic Suspense

Vows of a Mobster

By Eva Winners, narrated by Troy Duran and Kingsley Rose
Tags: Romantic Suspense

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The truth is never what it seems. Neither are the people, regardless of who they are.

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Genre: Romantic Suspense

Hands Off (Bennett Security Book 1)

By Hannah Shield, narrated by Aubrey Vincent and Connor Brown
Tags: Romantic Suspense

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Devon can’t tell his neighbor Aurora the truth—that he’s really a bodyguard hired by her brother, the owner of Bennett Security, to protect her. Rule number one: don’t touch. Devon won’t let her out of his sight. But he’s not supposed to like what he sees... Steamy and action-packed, with dual narrators!

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Genre: Paranormal Romance

Crescent Kingdom (The Wolves of Crescent Creek Book 1)

By Tessa Hale, narrated by Vanessa Moyen, Connor Crais, Jason Clarke, JF Harding, Shane East and, Teddy Hamilton
Tags: Paranormal Romance

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Never stop running. And no matter what, never let the world know who you really are.

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Genre: Clean Romance

From the Start (Walker Family Book 1)

By Melissa Tagg, narrated by Courtney Patterson
Tags: Clean Romance

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Kate Walker used to believe in true love and happily ever after. While her own love life may have left her brokenhearted, it hasn't kept her from churning out made-for-TV romance movie screenplays...until a major career slump and a longing to do something meaningful send her running back to her hometown of Maple Valley.

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Genre: Historical Romance

The Rose Code

By Kate Quinn, narrated by Saskia Maarleveld
Tags: Historical Romance

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The year 1947. As the royal wedding of Princess Elizabeth and Prince Philip whips post-war Britain into a fever, three friends-turned-enemies are reunited by a mysterious encrypted letter - the key to which lies buried in the long-ago betrayal that destroyed their friendship and left one of them confined to an asylum.

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Genre: Literary Fiction

The Silver Squad: Rebels with Wrinkles

By Marty Essen, narrated by Maria McCann
Tags: Literary Fiction

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Retirement Just Got Rowdy! Proving you’re never too old to make a difference, 70-year-old vigilantes, Barry & Beth, embark on an epic cross-country road trip, pick up a woman on the run from her abusive husband, and become accidental celebrities along the way. Indies Today Award Winner: Best Humor Book. Performed by Hollywood actress Maria McCann!

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Genre: Literary Fiction

Among the Spires of East Fleet (The Almaris Chronicles Book 1)

By Auston Jenkins, narrated by Robin Griffith
Tags: Literary Fiction

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Guile Serdio isn't looking for glory... He's running from it. Among the Spires of East Fleet is a dark fantasy adventure that explores the harsh realities of love, loss, and the endless pursuit of peace. If you’re looking for a story that doesn’t flinch - where pain has purpose and redemption doesn’t come clean - this is the book for you!

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Genre: Fantasy

A Flash of Fire (The Phoenix Rising Trilogy Book 1)

By A.L. Wyss, narrated by Erin Chmela
Tags: Fantasy

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Winner of the 2019 Gertrude Warner Award! An accidental fire uncovers a legacy of lies and magic. When Vivian's parents go missing, RISE—a secret school for magical creatures—is the only place with answers. Now, Vivian must master her spy skills and fire powers to stop a war. Perfect for 11–15yo. Narrated by Erin Chmela, voice artist and puppeteer.

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Genre: Fantasy

Wild Era (Wild Era Book 1)

By David North, narrated by Neil Hellegers
Tags: Fantasy

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For 5,000 years, the Wild Era of humanity has reigned supreme, where strength and magic are the source of everything. Kelin Wildfire, once called the Lord of Wildfire and the Archmage of Souls, was mysteriously killed on a battlefield of the Chaos War.

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Genre: Fantasy

Apocalypse Rebirth (Apocalypse Rebirth Book 1)

By Yorth, narrated by Tee Quillin
Tags: Fantasy

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Thorian Steelblade stood on the edge of victory, ready to carve his family's name into history. But treachery struck from within, and in his final act of defiance, he unleashed a devastating self-destruction spell. Yet death did not claim him.

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Genre: Science Fiction

The Trials of Baromir (Tales of Baromir Book 1)

By Eric Johnson, narrated by Virtual Voice
Tags: Science Fiction

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Baromir decides he wants adventure, so he joins up with some adventurers and goes on various adventures with his friends. His family knows he's ready, and let's him go. He fights enemies left and right, and gains knowledge on how to fight.

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Genre: Science Fiction

Starman's Saga (Leif the Lucky Book 1)

By Colin Alexander, narrated by Alex Freeman
Tags: Science Fiction

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Leif just won the lottery. The prize: a berth on humanity’s first starflight. Would you take this trip? Little is known about the world that is the target for a voyage of fourteen years, Earth-time, each way. When you believe you have thought of everything, the universe shows you have not. What happens when it goes wrong, and there is no help?

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Genre: Self Help & How-To

100 Days of Self-Love

By Mary Jelkovsky, narrated by Mary Jelkovsky
Tags: Self Help & How-To

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If someone asked you, "Who do you love?" would you ever think to reply, "Myself"? For too many of us, the answer would be no. That's why Mary Jelkovsky, author of the bestselling book The Gift of Self-Love, created this guided journal to help you give yourself grace even on the hardest days.

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Genre: Business

Vibe Check: How Your Thoughts Create Your Reality

By Charles Santana and Charles Santana Jr, narrated by Sonny Swinhart
Tags: Business

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Unlock the power of your thoughts! Vibe Check shows you how to break free from limiting beliefs, reprogram your mind, and create the life you deserve. Perfect for listeners seeking motivation, clarity, and lasting transformation.

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Genre: Finance
Tags: Finance

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Household debt is at an all-time high, and every day people—just like you—are feeling more cynical and hopeless about their financial futures. It’s time to stop believing countless lies from a system designed to take your money—lies like student loans are the golden ticket to a good-paying job, car payments are just part of life, and that you need to have a credit card.

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Genre: Biography & Memoir

Becoming Fearless: Finding Courage in the African Wilderness

By Brenda E Smith, narrated by Brenda E Smith
Tags: Biography & Memoir

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The author’s spellbinding details of breathtaking adventures deep in Tanzania’s remote wilderness will transport you on a once-in-a-lifetime exploration of a vast uncharted, tropical paradise. With her, you’ll raft on hippo and crocodile-infested waters, experience close calls with lions, elephants, and cape buffalo as she triumphs over her fears.

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Genre: Biography & Memoir

Matriarch

By Tina Knowles, narrated by Tina Knowles, Beyoncé, Solange, Kelly Rowland and, Angie Beyincé
Tags: Biography & Memoir

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Tina Knowles, the mother of iconic singer-songwriters Beyoncé Knowles-Carter, Solange Knowles, and bonus daughter Kelly Rowland, is known the world over as a Matriarch with a capital M: a determined, self-possessed, self-aware, and wise woman who raised and inspired some of the great artists of our time. But this story is about so much more than that.