There’s never a shortage of fantastic books, films, and television shows to check out. Why not have the best of both worlds? Plug into one of these audiobooks and then watch its screen adaptation (or vice versa!). From animated children’s shows to classic British dramas, there’s something for everyone to enjoy.
Out now:
Featuring Jennifer Garner as the voice of Mama Llama, this beloved picture book series comes to life in a delightful animated series on Netflix.Llama Llama Red Pajama
Listen to the true story of the manhunt that inspired The Assassination of Gianni Versace: American Crime Story, the latest chapter in the acclaimed FX series. Vulgar Favors
Intended for mature audiences, this is the final installment in the E L James series that swept the country by storm.Fifty Shades Freed
This classic children’s book is modernized and brought to life in a new family-friendly film. Experience the original tale (and its companion stories) with the audiobook.The Tale of Peter Rabbit
This sweeping narrative history of the events leading to 9/11 gives audiences a groundbreaking look at the people and ideas, the terrorist plans, and the Western intelligence failures that culminated in the assault on America.The Looming Tower
Based on the true story of an extraordinary high school drama teacher who changed the lives of thousands of students and inspired a town. It is on NBC as a new TV show called Rise. Drama High
Coming later this spring:
Madeleine L’Engle’s ground-breaking science fiction and fantasy classic. This movie tie-in audiobook includes an introduction read by director Ava DuVernay, a foreword read by the author, and an afterword read by L’Engle’s granddaughter Charlotte Jones Voiklis. A Wrinkle in Time
This cult classic (voiced perfectly by Wil Wheaton) about a dystopian future where people live for a virtual reality game called OASIS is now a highly anticipated film directed by Steven Spielberg.Ready Player One
In this story, Post-World War II writer Juliet Ashton finds her next book subject through correspondents with a man she’s never met, after discovering his letter on the small island of Guernsey. This new film adaptation opens in the U.K. in April….and will hopefully make its way stateside shortly thereafter.The Guernsey Literary and Potato Peel Pie Society
This classic about uniting people from different classes in turn-of-the-century England makes its way once more to the screen in this new STARZ TV series.Howards End
A young couple dates and weds quickly only to discover some potentially insurmountable problems on their wedding night.On Chesil Beach
To see more suggested listens, take a look at our Movie & TV Adaptations collection.