Most Recommended Audiobooks + Audible Trial

With kids going back to school, I have been loving listening to more audiobooks. I often get asked what my most recommended audiobooks are. This got me thinking a lot about my favorite audiobooks that I have listened to over the years. These are the books that I repeatedly encourage people to listen to and that I think about often – even years later.

Right now you can get one month free to Audible, so it’s a great time to try it out.

I’ve linked some of my favorite most recommended audiobooks below. If you don’t know what to listen to, these are some great suggestions. Get your one month Audible trial today. All links are paid affiliate links.

Most Recommended Audiobooks

The Dutch House – Tom Hanks reads this bestselling book by Ann Patchett and I promise, you won’t want it to end. It’s beautiful and memorable.

I Guess I Haven’t Learned That Yet: This was one of my favorite reads of 2022 and the author Shauna is wonderful to listen to.

What Happened To You by Oprah Winfrey and Bruce D. Perry – I think this should be required reading for anyone who is a person. Seriously, what a powerful listen about the impact our stories have on our lives. Oprah and Bruce are a delight to listen to.

Project Hail Mary: An astonishing science fiction book for anyone — even if you never listen to science fiction. I was hooked in the first minute. Seriously, PHENOMENAL and a must-listen (vs. reading the paperback)

The Meaning of Mariah Carey – If you love(d) Mariah Carey’s music in the 90s, this tell all memoir, read by Mariah is a must-listen. She sings as well and the audiobook is a pleasure to listen to.

Audiobook recommendations

Lilac Girls – If you love WWII fiction, this is read by three talented voiceover actresses and is a memorable read. I still remember crying in the grocery store as I listened while I shopped.

Outlander – Time travel, historical fiction and Scottish accents — yes please. This is a monster audiobook (over 25 hours), but worth it

Becoming by Michelle Obama – If you have never read the former first lady’s memoir, the audio version is a treat to listen to. I loved it so much that I bought the hardback to keep on my bookshelf.

One Two Three by Laurie Frankel – A story of three triplet sisters in a small town who face a lot of struggles. You’ll fall in love with these girls, their tenacity and their hope.

Trevor Noah’s Born a Crime – this is not a new memoir, but it might be one of my favorite listens ever! His hard work and humor combined with that lovely South African accent make this book a must on audiobook.