William Shakespeare was born in April of 1564 (on an undetermined day), and to celebrate his big 456th we put together a list of some of his finest works reimagined. From movies to sonnets to full retellings, the Bard’s influence is undeniable, and we have them all here on audio. READ MORE
by Emily Parliman, Editor
Whether your teen is attending classes online or taking a break from classes altogether, it’s smart to enrich any downtime with supplementary content. We’ve assembled a list of audiobook recommendations to help bridge the weeks between classes. On our list you’ll find engaging nonfiction that has tie-ins to common school syllabi, can’t-go-wrong classics, frequently “required reading,” and fast-paced historical fiction. READ MORE
Debut author Phil Stamper’s The Gravity of Us has been dubbed “a sweet fish-out-of-water tale that also shrewdly explores the intersection between social class and modern media culture…”(Kirkus), among many other fabulous things. We caught up with Phil to chat about the experience of hearing his characters brought to life by audiobook narrators, and of course, what he can’t stop listening to. READ MORE
We’re only a month and change into 2020, but it feels like we’ve been anticipating these titles for ages. From love stories to self-love stories, February has the audiobooks you’ve been pining for. READ MORE
Hopefully by this point in the summer, with all of those steamy days practically made for parking yourself by the ocean (or at least an atmospheric air conditioner), you’ve been able to make a solid dent in your TBR pile. Might we suggest tacking on a few more listens? Kick your feet up and soak in these last weeks of the season through your earbuds. READ MORE
Whether you can’t get enough of mysteries or are head-over-heels for romance, there’s a Pride audiobook for you. READ MORE
Happy Pride Month! Representation in stories for all ages can help spread compassion, teach understanding, and promote diversity. READ MORE
A thrilling mystery. A heartfelt coming-of-age. A swoon-worthy romance. Really good stories are ageless—especially when it comes to YA (audio)books. READ MORE
“April showers bring May flowers” is a saying that really is based on truth (we keep an umbrella at home, at the office, and in our bags). Instead of bemoaning the rain keeping us indoors for a little while longer, we’re rejoicing that we have an excuse to stay in and listen to an audiobook. READ MORE
At its core, Sarah Scheerger’s Operation Frog Effect celebrates standing up and standing together, and tells the unforgettable story of how a class of unlikely friends take responsibility for their actions and unite for a cause they all believe in. Because the audiobook features the perspectives of eight very different kids, the Penguin Random House Audio production team cast nine talented narrators to bring them each to life. READ MORE