9 Amazing Audiobook Picks from an Industry Insider

What a story. What an adventure. What an inspiration. Hearing this book in Elizabeth Gilbert’s own voice was such an intimate way to experience her personal journey.

Narrated by Elizabeth Gilbert

Every now and then an author and narrator combination comes along that is just a perfect fit. That couldn’t be more true than with Stephen King and Will Patton (unless it’s James Lee Burke and Will Patton, but more on that another day). From the first moments of this recording you’ll have chills, and you’ll keep them. I promise.

Narrated by Will Patton

Historical fiction. Check. Fantastic narrator. Check. Engaging series. Check. Take your pick, you really can’t go wrong with Philippa Gregory’s Cousins’ War audiobook series.

Narrated by Bianca Amato

Listening to Nate and his dreams of being a Broadway star opened up a new shared passion with my children. My advice? Turn off the TV. Shut down the video games and listen to this story with your kids. You’ll all love it!

Narrated by Tim Federle

Listeners may recognize Jennifer Ehle as Elizabeth Bennet from the BBC’s "Pride and Prejudice" (you know—the one with Colin Firth). As for me, after hearing her narrate the first in Cassandra Clare’s Infernal Devices series, she will always remind me of heroine Tessa Gray and the thrilling world of Shadowhunters, and that’s a very good thing!

Narrated by Jennifer Ehle

I grew up in NYC loving rock ’n’ roll. Listening to Patti read her memoir is about as good as it gets.

Narrated by Patti Smith

Patrick Swayze was my first crush. I will still watch "Dirty Dancing" every single time it’s on TV. This recording of his memoir is Swayze’s very final performance, and it’s as moving and beautiful as you might hope.

Narrated by Patrick Swayze

If you’re a parent, you might know Santino Fontana as the voice of that devil Hans in the film Frozen. Now, meet him as Joe, bookseller/stalker/very bad boy. Ask anyone who has heard it. This audiobook is seriously compelling listening.

Narrated by Santino Fontana

By now you’ve realized that I love series. Great YA gets me every time, and this terrific story has it all! A rash of teen suicides leads the government to establish a treatment called The Program, but those who go in don’t come out the same, they lose a part of their identity. And the love triangle in this story is one of the best. THE PROGRAM is truly one of my favorite recordings.

Narrated by Joy Osmanski

6 Amazing Audibooks to Listen to This Month was originally published on POPSUGAR.