One of my favorite things to do when I travel is bookshop hopping—wandering into local indies and seeing what the booksellers recommend.
At Libro, we want to bring that experience directly to you. Because we partner with over 5,000 independent bookshops around the world, think of our website and apps as a virtual tour, where global booksellers handsell their favorite audiobooks.
Whether you’re looking for your next listen or just curious about what’s trending across the globe, these recommendations are a great place to start.
Grab your headphones, and read on to explore what’s on booksellers’ playlists!
Everywhere:
Stitched
“McCann does a great job narrating his story – it’s great to hear a novel read by the author. Stitched captures much of the fun and silliness of a quilt guild, along with all the personal heartache that comes with loving and competing with a craft. The large cast of characters were very sweet and some very tender moments built, especially at the end, to a meaningful resolution!”
— Julia, Book Vault
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Braiding Sweetgrass
“Part memoir, part native and scientific knowledge, Braiding Sweetgrass is a wonderful work of non-fiction. There is so much to be learned about gratitude in this book, and Kimmerer’s poetic-prose will help you find wonder in the world again. Read by the author, it’s one book that can teach a bit of something to everyone.”
— Carina, Bosch&deJong boekverkopers
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How Queer Bookshops Changed the World
“A.J. West provides a necessary and inspiring overview of queer bookshop histories. I cannot overstate how much I loved this book and A.J.’s narration. West captures the tangible impact of queer bookshops on the publishing industry, as well as on the lives of countless individuals. This book does what the best nonfiction should: it pushes readers to dig deeper into the stories of those who fought tirelessly to put queer literature into the public’s hands. A perfect read/listen for anyone interested in queer history, bookstores, and the power of community.”
— Hailey, Three Avenues Bookshop
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Yesteryear: A GMA Book Club Pick
“This book will take you through the making of the new “trad wife” label and turn you all around until you don’t what that means or the truth of anything you see on social media. The ending may be the twistiest I’ve read in a while. Could not stop listening and will go back again.”
— Amy, Park Books
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Katabasis
“This reader will follow R.F. Kuang anywhere, even to Hell and (hopefully) back, hot on the heels of two rival Cambridge students who must bring their advisor back from the dead to graduate. Katabasis is the ultimate dark academia fantasy about the denial of the flesh, hellish demands, and deals with the devil it can take to ascend the ivory tower, to live “the life of the mind”—but above all, a romantic revelation about what really makes life magical.”
— Megan, Underground Books
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I, Medusa
“I love a good myth-centric or fairy tale retelling and I, Medusa does not disappoint. This fresh take dives deep into Medusa’s early mortal years and even knowing where the story was going I found myself still being surprised at the turns the narrative took. Highly recommended if you like a moody, dark YA with a health side of feminine rage.”
— Kitty, Beyond the Covers
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How to Lose a Goblin in Ten Days
“A whimsical romance that’s both cozy and fast-paced! A halfling and a goblin inherit the same house, so they agree that the first to leave gives up their right to the cottage. Cue chaos, a cat, and many misunderstandings! This book was strongest when Pansy and Ren overcame their prejudices and differences to work together (and fall in love!), and it left me with such a warm fuzzy feeling.”
— Nia, Black Bond Books
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One Day, Everyone Will Have Always Been Against This
“This book is a vital contribution to the ongoing conversation on this topic. Omar El Akkad’s ruminations on the West will reflect the inner turmoil many people are feeling now, opening the door our personal reckonings. The author’s narration is stunning, making it hard to put down despite the difficult subject matter.”
— Becca N., Bookmarks
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Moon of the Crusted Snow
“Wonderful to hear the Anishnabe pronunciations in this audio! Great story, a bit slow at first but picks up. A nice short book for book club.”
— Nate, Snowbound Books
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London Falling
“This story about parents’ search for answers after their teenage son Zac mysteriously falls to his death from a luxury London apartment building is gripping. Narrated by the author, Patrick Radden Keefe, London Falling is compelling narrative nonfiction at its finest. Keefe uncovers Zac’s secret life posing as a Russian oligarch’s son and takes us into the world of gangsters, wealthy businessmen, and police who don’t seem willing to find the truth.”
— Lynne, WordsWorth Books
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John of John
“A novel where the weft and the warp of it builds up a vivid picture of interlaced lives, where the pattern is set and there’s no space for mistakes or big adjustments. It totally gripped me and I was struck many times at the deft writing style and stopped to admire the beauty of the landscape of the text.”
— Mog, Warwick Books
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Butter
“This luxurious book explores an infamous case with sharp insight and depth, remaining faithful to the original details while questioning the audience’s fascination with it. A must-read for true crime fans and those seeking a feminist, nuanced, thought-provoking narrative. ”
— Viv, Typewronger Books
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Of Monsters and Mainframes
“What an absolutely phenomenal listen! Taking the perspective of an AI system on a spaceship, you’re taken on a journey through the universe, fighting undetectable vampires, werewolves that register as human, Lovecraftian monsters, and adored horror classics like Dracula and Frankenstein. I truly believe I experienced every emotion under the sun throughout this listen, filled to the brim with witty humour, lovable characters, and nerve-racking action…”
— Cera, Imprints Booksellers
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My Roommate from Hell
“This lighthearted and funny romantic comedy checks all my boxes. It has great lessons for young adults about navigating unfamiliar emotions in a healthy way and communication strategies for conflict resolution between housemates. Plus, there’s a wonderful exploration of deeper themes like prejudice, the weight of others’ expectations, and the price of authenticity. It’s perfect if you’re a fan of fake-dating and queer romances that have nothing to do with coming out, or if you’re just looking for a good laugh or an ear-splitting smile.”
— Gabrielle, Page 1 Books
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Mad Mabel
“Curmudgeonly octogenarian Elsie Mabel Fitzpatrick, accused of heinous crimes in her youth, has quietly resided in Kenny Lane, Melbourne for over 60 years but, in a few short weeks, her past and present collide. A fabulous read and one that will tug at your heart strings.”
— Anne, Devonpont Bookshop
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Greta and Valdin
“A compelling and funny debut from New Zealand about Greta & Valdin and their delightfully chaotic family.”
— Hanne, De Groene Waterman erkende CV
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The Bookseller at the End of the World
“This book came through my own bookshop and at a glance, I most certainly judged it by its cover. I imagined a dystopian or fantasy and a cute story. However what I found was a heartfelt and beautiful, although at times tragic, memoir of a woman of the world finally finding peace in a small town with a growing bookshop. I absolutely adored it.”
— TJ, Anne’s Secondhand Bookshop
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Maori Made Easy Pocket Guide
“An excellent quick guide to learn correct pronunciation for common everyday conversation. Highly recommended.”
— Megan, Books for Kids
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