We’ve pulled together Libro.fm’s top 10 bestselling audiobooks of all time, based on sales through our 4,000+ independent bookshop partners.
This list features nonfiction and fiction, fantasy and memoir, and everything in between! And it also shows that sometimes the best read isn’t what you might find on The New York Times bestseller list. Whether you’re a longtime audiobook fan or new to the format, read on for bookseller reviews of the 10 audiobooks that have earned a place in the hearts of Libro.fm readers worldwide to find your next great listen—all while supporting your indie bookshop of choice.
Fourth Wing
“Fourth Wing was one of those special books that I wish I could read again for the first time. It fully transported me to a different place. Yarros did an amazing job with the world-building. Her prose kept me in the moment like I was there and the action scenes were especially captivating. Also have to applaud the narrator Rebecca Soler for another stellar performance. If you haven’t read Fourth Wing yet, come out from under your rock and start on it today!”
— Rachel, Bookwyrm Bookshop
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Tom Lake
“This story takes place in Michigan, which is always a bonus for me as a reader. The setting is during the pandemic but revolves around Lara’s early life as an actress and her relationship with a man who later becomes a famous actor. Lara is retelling that experience in small doses to her three daughters. It is a story about relationships, disappointments, and the blessings of a good marriage. I listened to this story as an audiobook and what could be better than a story by Ann Patchett read by Meryl Streep?”
— Paula, Schuler Books
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Atmosphere
“Atmosphere will absolutely break your heart. However, it does so because the characters are so real. The story starts with a literal bang and then sucks you in with incredible character development. I couldn’t stop reading as I got to the end of the book despite the tears streaming down my face and I have a feeling you won’t be able to, either.”
— Aly L., Beach Books
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The God of the Woods
“This slow burn family suspense was a worthwhile listen. It will draw you into the disappearance of not one but two children from the same family, a wealthy one in the Adirondacks, who also house a summer camp on their property. It will take you back to another time, the 1960s and 70s, and the feel of an old school family dynasty that will go to any length to protect its reputation. This book will surprise you at who is allied and what is really going on. I recommend this on audio!”
— Lisa, The Bookshelf on Church
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James
“This brilliant retelling of Huckleberry Finn from Jim’s point of view comes to life with narrator Dominic Hoffman. Relive Huck’s mischievous adventures through the eyes of Jim as both characters come to some profound realizations about humanity, slavery, and racism.”
— Sharon, Book Bound Books
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Everything Is Tuberculosis
“An excellent journey through the history of TB, interwoven with the story of a young man, Henry, whose lived experience adds so much to the overall content of the book. John Green as narrator does an excellent job, and the writing style of the book is easy to follow and well paced. I think this book is easily accessible to all people, whether they are historians or not, and may spark a feeling to take action and dig deeper into the subject once they are finished.”
— Laura VZ, Fable Book Parlour
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Remarkably Bright Creatures
“I did not want this book to end! It’s the latest book I’ve fallen ‘deep’ for—and moved right into my instant recommendation booklist. A very particular septuagenarian keeps busy at her aquarium job, tidying up while keeping to herself—like her equally senior and solitary octopod acquaintance (who provides us with his own narration). I just loved this story that’s full of heart, multiple even. Narrator Marin Ireland, who is always masterful in her vocal performance, is matched by Michael Urie who voices the octopus with perfect aplomb and a touch of cephalopodic sass. A delight to the ears.”
— Ernio, River Bend Bookshop
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The Correspondent
“This was such a beautiful book in so many ways! I loved that the narrative was told through letters, and we got to know each character through their correspondence. It was a simple yet impactful story that uniquely conveys the joys and sorrows of life and growing older. The audiobook’s full cast was just the cherry on top!”
— Lauren, Wildflower & Ink Booksellers
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Yesteryear
“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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Braiding Sweetgrass
“Part memoir, part native and scientific knowledge, Braiding Sweetgrass is a wonderful work of nonfiction. 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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