Just a couple things to note before I begin:

1. I have ADHD and I’m horrible at writing coherent sentences - so I’m sorry if this doesn’t make sense.
2. I’m from the UK.
3. I’m writing on mobile if the formatting/typing is weird.

SO, when I was a child, I used to have a massive collection of audiobooks (CD’s). Now, as an adult, I am now trying to find all of my old favourite audiobooks to listen to on my phone. My favourite audiobook was ‘Princess Mirror-Belle’ by Julia Donaldson. This included a lot of stories - and was the first publication of the series. The version of this that I used to own was read by June Whitfield - you know, the lady from Ab Fab - and I can’t find the original recording of this book ANYWHERE! I wonder if it’s because she passed away in 2018? The only versions I can find online are read by Sophie Thompson - and I own these versions on iBooks. But I’d love to hear the June Whitfield again - even if it’s on a CD. Please can you, lovely detectives of Reddit, help me find this?

Note: I’ve emailed the publishers (MacMillan digital audio) and am waiting for a response.

My partner and I are planning to do a route 66 drive this summer looking for an audiobook series we can listen to pass some of the driving time.

Some authors/series we've listened to and really enjoyed include Stephen King, Matt Dinnimen, Hank Green, LOTR, GoT, hitchhiker's guide to the Galaxy, red rising, Themis files, Brandon Sanderson is a favourite of mine but not so much of my partners... I'm sure there are more but that's what I can think of.

We didn't enjoy the expanse, wheel of time and three body problem.

I'm thinking The Dresden Files but I'd like options incase it flops.

TIA

I see there are a lot of choices out there for the narrator of King Solomon’s Mines. Is there a favorite out there of which one you listened to and enjoyed (or even if you have past experience with one of the below narrators and have enjoyed)? I see Stefan Rudnicki, Bill Homewood, Toby Stephens, Jack Sondericker, Patrick Tull, Simon Prebble, and Toby Scott McLellan.

I started a job a few months ago that involves a lot of waiting for people to need me. I’ve been trying out listening to different kinds of things, & I’m finding that pop nonfiction works pretty well in this context, because I’m les likely to get lost when I pause it & resume it, because I don’t really have to follow plot.

Some examples of books I’ve enjoyed recently: -Cultish by Amanda Montell -Sure I’ll Join Your Cult by Maria Bamford -You Look Like A Thing & I Love You by Janelle Shane -Alphabetical Diaries by Sheila Heti -I’m Afraid Of Men by Vivek Shraya -& i’m currently listening to Braiding Sweetgrass by Robin Wall Kimmerer

I like to learn about all kinds of things, but I don’t want anything too heavy while I’m working. Funny or otherwise punchy & engaging is great. Shorter is better, especially since I get audiobooks mainly through my library for a 2 week lending period & only really go through them at the pace I have lag time at work, & I have hella ADHD so I’ll switch it up with podcasts & music too. 8 hours is kinda the upper limit for me usually. I’m not interested in financial advice & most self-help is a nah for me but memoirs, books of essays, & books about writing are all in my wheelhouse.

Featuring THIS HOUSE WILL DEVOUR YOU & SPIRE, + 7 complete series, 5 finished seasons, and 1 new season restart!

Last Thursday, the 88th issue of The End’s weekly newsletter went to thousands of inboxes around the world, letting subscribers know what audio fiction shows—audiobooks and more—recently reached the conclusion of the series, a season finale, or have a new season starting soon. If your inbox wasn’t one of them, here’s a list of what you missed. More details behind each link:

Featured Recommendations

I've listened to every episode of these shows, and proudly recommend them to you. As with all things in life, YMMV.

This House Will Devour You • 🏰🔍📜 Narrated horror series from Citeog Podcasts. You may be tempted to let your mind wander as you listen to this slow-burn horror series. Yeah, don't do that. You'll miss a lot, and a lot comes at you fast. And it's good stuff! Finale episode of Season 2 posted on 6 Feb 2024. Listen to the 25 current episodes in 11h 48m. Next season: Slated for Oct 2024.

Spire • 🦋♾️🔼 dramatized scifi series from Matt Wilson. If you need your reality questioned, try this! Exceptional atmosphere and sound design, and a story that keeps your attention. It's great! Finale episode of Season 1 posted on 7 Apr 2023. Listen to the 13 current episodes in 9h 16m. Next season: Unknown.

Featured Collections

Check out these collections to find your next finished audio fiction fix!

BIPOC Creators/Talent Showcase Current title count in this collection: 40

A collection of audio fiction shows made by creators who happen to be BIPOC—Black, Indigenous, and people of color—and are representative of the global majority, yet are under-represented in audio fiction. Enjoy these shows that feature BIPOC creatives—showrunners, writers, actors, and more.

Super Meta People Current title count in this collection: 17

Whether bitten by a radioactive spider or being the living embodiment of a Norse god, we've a thing for the Supes. Here's a collection of superhero—or supervillain—themed shows that you should try.

Completed This Week

We’re Alive: Scout’s Honor • 🏕️🧟‍♂️🌵 Dramatic horror adventure series from Kc Wayland, Elisa Eliot, Wayland Productions, and Rusty Quill. Featuring kids, like real child actors, and a lot of them. All 11 episodes of this limited series available as of 7 May 2024 for a listening time of 8h 09m.

Camlann • 🔥⚔️🏳️‍🌈 Dramatized post-apocalyptic urban fantasy series from Ella Watts, Amber Devereux, and Tin Can Audio. Produced by a majority trans and queer team of creators from across Wales, Scotland and England. The series is all about identity, living on the margins, and finding a place for yourself in your culture. All 9 episodes of this limited series are available as of 7 May 2024 for a listening time of 4h 46m.

Goodbye, Nicole • 🕵️‍♂️🌵😕 Narrated upmarket suspense audiobook from Katy Franklin. All episodes available as of 7 May 2024. Listen to all 12 episodes in 8h 36m.

Tales of the Risen Tide • 🏴‍☠️🐉🗡️ Narrated modern fantasy audiobook from David M Reynolds.  All episodes available as of 6 May 2024. Listen to all 33 episodes in 16h 10m.

253 Mathilde • 🪐🚀👾 Dramatized scifi series from QuietPlease.org.  All episodes available as of 3 May 2024. Listen to all 31 episodes in 13h 02m.

Things That Go Bump in the Night • 👻😱🫣 Narrated YA ghost story anthology from JC Bratton, Floor Five Theatre Company, and Blue Milk Publishing.  All episodes available as of 20 Apr 2024. Listen to all 37 episodes in 6h 06m.

This Week's Season Finales

Andersson Dexter Investigations • 🏙️🕵️‍♂️🌐 Narrated cyberpunk crime audiobooks from M. Darusha Wehm & Scribl.  Finale episode of Season 2 posted on 9 May 2024. Listen to the 27 current episodes in 13h 15m. Next season: Series continues on 12 May 2024.

Celeritas • 👩‍🚀🪐👼 Dramatized scifi action thriller series from Alexander Adell, Realm, and Magnesium Film. Winner of the Austin Film Festival, recipient of seven Signal Awards, and a Chartable global top ten sci-fi. Strap into your seats before listening because this man-vs-the-universe story is intense! The production value is cinematic, and the storyline is fantastic. Finale episode of Season 1 posted on 3 May 2024. Listen to the 12 current episodes in 4h 31m. Next season: Slated for Mar 2025.

The Warwick Recordings • 🔍🏠🦉 Narrated horror mystery series from Jason Brannon & The Deadbolt Mystery Society.  Finale episode of Season 1 posted on 2 May 2024. Listen to the 11 current episodes in 2h 59m. Next season: Slated for Dec 2024.

Returning Next Week

Season 2 of Project Audion, a dramatized classic radio anthology from Larry Groebe and Project Audion, starts on 10 May 2024.  Catch up with the current 13 episodes in 8h 26m. 📻🎭🎙

Just Added

Keeping the Bones • 😱😳🤯 Dramatized/narrated weird tales and horror anthology from Jesse Keller & Folk Process.  Finale episode of Season 1 posted on 30 Apr 2024. Listen to the 10 current episodes in 5h 23m. Next season: Slated for Feb 2025.

The Tower • ⛰️👻🌧️ Dramatized fantasy horror series from Amber Devereux & Tin Can Audio. 'A concept album masquerading as an audio drama'. With a full original score, the music is as much as character in the series as its protagonist, Kiri. Finale episode of Season 3 posted on 24 Feb 2023. Listen to the 19 current episodes in 4h 07m. Next season: Slated for Oct 2025.

Gundog • 🌌🤖🔥 Narrated scifi audiobook from Gary Whitta & Realm.  All 9 episodes of this limited series are available as of 20 Nov 2022 for a listening time of 8h 38m.

Check out the 88th issue for links to listen, descriptions, artwork, and more at https://www.theend.fyi/newsletter/simplifying-your-quest-for-finished-audio-fiction

That’s it from The End for this week. See you next Saturday!

Walt Whitman Poetry with Calm Nature Music 🎵 "Song of Myself" FULL AUDIOBOOK for Sleeping, Relaxing - YouTube

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=T3OsFM2Lf4I

I am neither the author nor the narrators of this performance, although this audiobook does feature original music posted to my personal YouTube channel. I produced this version so I could have something to relax/fall asleep to, or to have playing in the background of a long day to myself when I'm alone in the house :). Let me know what you think!

If I switch from monthly to yearly, do I still have access to the free audible books?

So did you listen to anything good this week? Or something so truly terrible you want to warn other listeners?

Please include the following information: Author, Title and Narrator.

Why does identifying the Narrator matter?

Often books will be recorded with different narrators for different regions (ie. Harry Potter was read by both Jim Dale and Stephen Fry) or produced by different publishers (ie... Elizabeth Moon's books were produced by both Graphic Audio and Tantor). It is extremely helpful to other listeners to know what version you are sharing to avoid confusion.

Links to a source are welcomed and encouraged!

Overdrive, Audible, Downpour, Librivox, etc... It doesn't matter the source, as long as the Author, Title and Narrator are easily identified.

You can listen to my crime thriller, The Wolf and the Lion, on YouTube for free. Enjoy!

https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PL2RM95Up3ydWIz0V9ZxrZ4mrXCCjETcJj

ABOUT

When Colorado's thriving legalized marijuana industry faces an unexpected threat, it comes not from politicians or police but from a shadowy Canadian biker gang with a vested interest in seeing the industry fail. Led by the relentless Raison and his unhinged brother, Rage, the Dead Wolves MC launches a meticulously planned heist on the state's premier cannabis security firm, Green Zone Defense (GZD).

But GZD's security, bolstered by the enigmatic Mason, isn't easily overrun. A chess match of tactics, bravery, and betrayal unfolds, revealing a deeper conspiracy to influence national opinion on marijuana legalization. As the GZD guards, each with their unique skill sets and backstories, fight to protect their ground, they come face-to-face with the violent resolve of their adversaries.

From explosive ambushes to heart-wrenching losses, "The Wolf and the Lion" offers an intense dive into the dangerous intersections of ambition, loyalty, and business. As the line between friends and foes blurs, one thing becomes clear: survival is the only victory in this high-stakes game.

I have ADHD so I have a hard time reading books because Ill start reading on autopilot if I get destracted thinking avout something else. Audiobooks have solved that for the most part, but Ive found myself having to rewind if Im not actively doing something while I listen.

That's why I've starting looking for any subscription services or bundle offers that would allow me to get a book in both versions. Does anyone know if this is possible/has anyone seen something like this?

I imagine I'll just have to buy the books separately, but it would be great to find something like this because I used to love reading, but recently I haven't been able to.

Thanks for any suggestions!

(additional info just in case: I do already have an Audible subscription but I just learned about Kubo today so I may switch subscriptions)

Listen to this:

https://youtu.be/y1h2oSOP4L0?si=cdGHB138cADFexDI

It's using the most recent Eleven Labs voices. Not only the voice sounds natural, now it understands the context so it knows which words to stress, when to pause and when to talk faster. People in the comments think the voice is actually coming from a human, it's pretty entartaining to read them!

Any recommendations which are on Spotify? Thank youuup

I have been told this is an excellent listen by my dad. But he listened to it on CD 15 years ago. My library no longer has a physical copy and as far as I can tell there isn't a digital version for sale ( Audible and Audiobooks.com don't have one). Blackstonelibrary.com seems to sell a physical copy to libraries. Does anyone know where I can buy a copy?

Hello everyone,

I just released my debut standalone novel and I would love to get some honest reviews on the story.

Premise: The protagonist is the creator of the robots that turn on humanity, and we see him cope with his failure and need to adapt to the new reality.

What separates this book from others like it, is that the protagonist doesn't come to some realization that he needs to embrace his humanity and not be like cold, calculated, unloving robots. Instead, the robots are programmed with human instincts, and we see that the robots are debatably more human than the humans.

Theme: And with that said, the book takes on the difficult question of 'why bother going on when everything sucks.’ And it gives an answer that is surprisingly sufficient to the question. Not one that you can roll your eyes at, like... 'love is the answer', but one that becomes clear by the end of the book and can give you peace/guidance when things are rough. I hope you read it if you struggle with that kind of question.

https://www.amazon.com/Fall-Man-Novel-Mitchell-White-ebook/dp/B0CHJJ2C5C/

If you are interested in a free audiobook in exchange for an honest review, comment below if you need a US or UK code. I have 25 US and 25 UK codes available.

Thanks!

Edit: The audiobook is a full cast (each character is narrator by a unique voice). I know that rubs some people the wrong way so I wanted to put that out there.

And that their ability to embody at moments is powerful

I know he’s not a full time VA but I would go with Neil Gaiman. He is one of the only writers that can actually narrate his own books. How about you?

I think I would do the most passable job at reading a good non-fiction/commentative book such as A Short History of Nearly Everything (B. Bryson) as this wouldn't involve having to vocally portray a whole cast of characters. I think I could do a reasonable job of communicating the humour in the book, too.

If I were able to do a good job of performing a whole range of characters (which I'm not) I would love to do one of my favourite fantasy novels such as A Promise of Blood (B. McClellan) or A Wizard of Earthsea (U. LeGuin).

Thanks for any responses!

I am currently working for an Australian company and part of it is correcting the subtitles. I am a video editor. I want to elevate my listening skill on this part. Thanks in advance!

I am also an avid listener of audiobooks. Currently relisting to Harry potter and Davinci Code and Project hail mary next.

I am looking for an audiobook player that

1.Is available on android

2.Automatically merges/plays audiobooks in parts without requiring intervention

3.Supports the most common formats lke m4b, mp3 etc

Smart audiobook player does all that unfortunately its very buggy. It doesnt show me the books I have started and I cannot get any favritess. I keep getting messages that my trial period is over or something

Hello everyone!

https://www.audible.com/pd/Heathens-Barrow-My-Evil-Audiobook/B0D1W95B64?qid=1714396850&sr=1-1&ref_pageloadid=not_applicable&ref=a_search_c3_lProduct_1_1&pf_rd_p=83218cca-c308-412f-bfcf-90198b687a2f&pf_rd_r=551YNJVB7ZF581SCD0VN&pageLoadId=vQmih8GaIsGCeeff&creativeId=0d6f6720-f41c-457e-a42b-8c8dceb62f2c

(I have posted this in the sub before, but the rules state that we're allowed one promo post a week. If this isn't welcome, I'll take it down.)

I am the author!

I am attending an event in July in which I'll be giving away US promo codes. So I need a means or giving away my UK codes. :)

Premise of the story: In a foreign land, there is an archipelago. In this archipelago are grotesque creatures who vie for their own little corner of their island...some inhuman, even. When a psychopathic young man kills two teenagers, he's invited to the archipelago to try making a name for himself. How will he fare?

(Your support is much appreciated! Message me if you're interested in a UK promo code ❤️)

What are the names of the books that you've read that were about conspiracies that were or weren't written by Conspiracy Theorists? Were they good reads, did they make you think and ask yourself questions, and were they good books in your honest opinions? An inquiring mind wants to know. Thanks.

I typically read books on a kindle, but I now have a longer commute and would love some good audiobook recommendations.

I typically lean more toward fantasy, but I like a good action or thriller, and am open to anything people love. Some series I've read recently and really like: Cradle by Wight, Cinder Spires and Dresden Files both by Butcher, Licanius Trilogy and Will Of The Many by Islington, anything by Sanderson, Murderbot Diaries by Wells, Mitch Rapp series by Flynn. Those are just an example.

Reading through this sub I already listened to Dungeon Crawler Carl (whole series) and Project Hail Mary and loved both. I've seen other recommendations, but figured I'd post with some I've liked in the past in case that helps tailor any advice.

Thanks so much!

I find it let's me read/get through books more efficiently.

Going on a long cross country road trip with my husband. He is very picky about what he listens to in the car. In the past, I’ve had luck with him enjoying nonfiction books such as Bad Blood and Apollo as well as fantasy such as Harry Potter and Lord of the Rings. Any recommendations for good, interesting read?

Recommendation for audiobooks with Irish narrators?

I just started listening to “Long Island” by Colm Tóibín, and I love Graham Nortons’ books, and I realized that books with Irish narrators really keep me engaged. The books I have read a very good books no matter who narrates them so that is part of it, but I also think it’s just because it’s an accent different than my own. I also just love an Irish accent.

I want to try the Steampunk genre but I don’t know where to start. I typically read sci-fi and fantasy with an emphasis on comedy or world building. Any recommendations would be greatly appreciated!

Any suggestions please?

Simple question - what's a book that everyone loved and praised, but you simply couldn't stand?

I'll go first - I absolutely couldn't stand dungeon crawler Carl! There, I said it!

Hello, I'm a avid reader but recently listened to my first audio series in Dungeon Crawler Carl.

I loved these books and was willing to spend the money to listen to them. However, Ive listened to all 6 books in 2 weeks and not sure its good value for money to continue spending £5-8ish per book when it only lasts a few days.

As i spend a far bit of time driving this is something i want to get into.

Suggestions for cheap audiobooks?

I dont necessarily mean free or anything illegal.

Thank you.

I feel like as soon as there’s somebody else other than the narrator I’m not “reading” anymore and the whole thing feels like watching netflix. I am always conscious of the fact that all reading (narrating) is an interpretation and the narrator adds that personal interpretation of the text that we add ourselves when reading rather than listening. The thing is that when there’s more people mediating between the text and myself I feel like I’m missing something! Thoughts?