The Best Audible Books 2026: Famesick, The Deal and More

Famesick by Lena Dunham

But the “Girls” creator didn’t hold back in her long-awaited second memoir. In “Famesick,” the “Girls” writer recounts her tumultuous relationships with Adam Driver and her former best friend Jenni Konner, her fallout between her and Jack Antonoff and her struggles with addiction following her hysterectomy. Check out the biggest revelations from the book here.

This Is Me: A Reckoning by Hayden Panettiere

In “This Is Me: A Reckoning,” the now 36 year-old actor recounts the traumatizing Hollywood experiences and tabloid scrutiny she experienced through the early-aughts, in addition to candid stories about postpartum depression, addiction and domestic abuse.

The Deal by Elle Kennedy

Elle Kennedy’s “The Deal” is the first book in the Off-Campus series, adapted into Prime Videos’ breakout new show about a hockey college romance.

View from the East Wing: A Memoir

Jill Biden shares her account as First Lady of the United States for the first time in a new memoir — from her journey as a teacher to Air Force One, to a behind-the-scenes look at her husband’s bid for reelection.

Kids Make Me Angry by Kevin Hart

Kevin Hart opens up about his experience as a dad of four in a new memoir.

Transcendent: A Memoir by Laverne Cox

In “Transcendent,” Laverne Cox shares her journey as a transgender woman in Hollywood, delving into an abusive childhood and her breakout role in “Orange Is the New Black.”

The Uncool: A Memoir by Cameron Crowe

Cameron Crowe wrote and directed the film “Almost Famous,” based on his experiences as a 15-year-old music journalist who embedded with rock legends like Led Zeppelin and David Bowie. With “The Memoir,” Crowe strips down the Hollywood version and tells the true stories of his youth that led him to become Rolling Stone’s youngest-ever contributor, a movie director and an Oscar-winning screenwriter. Fans of classic rock will marvel at Crowe’s access and descriptions of a bygone era in music. Check out more celebrity memoirs here.

Cher: The Memoir

Cher’s gargantuan two-part memoir includes dozens of headline-worthy moments, including the time she considered jumping off a balcony while married to Bono. If you don’t have the energy to read through 432 pages (only the first installment), an audiobook is the way to go.

I’m Glad My Mom Died by Jennette McCurdy

In her first book, Jennette McCurdy best known for her starring role in the show “ICarly,” the 30 year-old actor gets candid about the struggles she faced as a child actor on the Nickelodeon show, such as eating disorders, OCD and her infamously strained relationship with her mother Debra McCurdy who died in 2013. Jennifer Aniston is now set to star as McCurdy in a new Apple TV series based on the book.

Peculiar Stars by Rebecca Yarros

Described as a “slow-burn romance novel about love, family, and what it means to become the truest version of yourself,” bestselling author Rebecca Yarros’s newest book follows the main character Callista as she develops a relationship with her fiancé’s cousin in the aftermath of a tragedy.

Remarkably Bright Creatures by Shelby Van Pelt

Now a Netflix film, “Remarkably Bright Creatures” follows grieving widow named Tova who forms an unlikely friendship with a remarkably intelligent giant Pacific octopus named Marcellus. The audio version is narrated by  Marin Ireland with Michael Urie as the voice of Marcellus.

Pride and Prejudice

This full cast version of Pride and Prejudice (Jane Austen’s classic) brings new life to Elizabeth Bennet, Mr. Darcy, and the rest of the Bennet clan in a richly performed audio adaptation, performed by Harris Dickinson and Marisa Abela.

Project Hail Mary

Stranded aboard a spaceship with no memory, Ryland Grace, who Ryan Reynolds will portray in the upcoming adaptation, must piece together who he is, why he’s there, and how to save Earth from an extinction-level threat. Andy Weir’s signature mix of suspense, science, humor, and high stakes shines through in this interstellar odyssey. Narrated by Ray Porter, a standout voice in speculative fiction audiobooks.

Harry Potter and the Sorcerer’s Stone, Book 1

Lorne: The Man Who Invented Saturday Night Live

Susan Morrison’s biography on Lorne Michaels offers a definitive look at the elusive producer who transformed late-night TV, tracing his journey from his Canadian roots to building and sustaining one of the most enduring comedy institutions on television. Featuring insights from cast and collaborators including Tina Fey, Will Ferrell, Chris Rock and John Mulaney, the nearly 23-hour audiobook is narrated by Kristen DiMercurio with contributions from Morrison himself.

Game of Nines

This high-stakes crime thriller drops FBI agent Sarah Cole into a chilling game: somebody has issued her an invitation to the “Game of Nines,” a secret murder puzzle that’s been baffling law enforcement for decades. Given one week to catch the killer — who promises to vanish and strike again in nine years if not caught — Cole must outthink a cat-and-mouse built for the most twisted of minds. Narrated in full audio-drama style by Shailene Woodley, Morena Baccarin, Sasha Roiz, and Ben Shenkman.

Poems & Prayers

In this intimate, lyrical audiobook, Matthew McConaughey trades in his on-screen swagger for a quieter, contemplative voice as he delivers a personal collection of poems and prayers that explore faith, love, loss, and the surprising grace found in everyday moments. At just over two hours, “Poems & Prayers” is narrated by McConaughey himself, giving a raw, confessional energy.

The Unexpected Journey: Finding Strength, Hope, and Yourself on the Caregiving Path

Emma Heming Willis, wife of Bruce Willis, offers a compassionate guide for those caring for loved ones with dementia. Narrated by Willis herself alongside Maria Shriver, the nine-hour audiobook blends personal stories, practical advice and emotional honesty.

The Book of Sheen: A Memoir

In this nearly nine-hour audiobook, actor Charlie Sheen delivers a raw, unvarnished account of his life — from early success in “Two and a Half Men,” “Wall Street,” and “Major League,” through personal turmoil, public controversy, and the highs-and-lows of fame. Narrated by Sheen himself, “The Book of Sheen” offers a firsthand look at both the man behind the headlines and the forces — ambition, addiction, redemption, love — that have shaped his journey.

Dancing with Myself

In “Dancing with Myself,” punk-rock icon Billy Idol delivers an electrifying and painfully honest memoir tracing his journey from the brash energy of the London punk scene to international superstardom. It’s with behind-the-scenes anecdotes of Sex Pistols’ relations, his move to America, brushes with danger, and encounters with fame’s darker edges. Narrated by Idol himself, this Audible edition rings with the same snarling attitude and raw charisma that defined his music

Truly

Narrated by the music legend himself, Lionel Richie’s memoir-in-audio revisits the highs and lows of his career — from humble beginnings to global superstardom — alongside personal stories of heartbreak, triumph, and reinvention.

Semi-Well-Adjusted Despite Literally Everything: A Memoir

In this 11-hour self-narrated memoir, actress, dancer, and YouTube personality Alyson Stoner takes listeners through the twists and turns of growing up in the spotlight — the expectations, the struggles with identity and mental health, the pressure to perform, and the moments of self-discovery.

Robert Redford: The Biography

For those looking to revisit Robert Redford following the iconic filmmaker’s death this week, this biography traces his rise from youthful ambition to iconic Hollywood status while also unfolding his off-screen passions — from preserving the wild to championing new voices in film. Long before Sundance and screen legends, Redford’s story starts in small-town Colorado and arcs through acting breakthroughs, directorial risks and environmental activism.

The Ride of a Lifetime: Lessons Learned from 15 Years as CEO of the Walt Disney Company

Robert Iger reflects on his 15 years at the helm of Disney, steering the company through acquisitions (Pixar, Marvel, Lucasfilm), digital transformation, crises, and ever-shifting entertainment landscapes — all while preserving the magic Disney is known for. Narrated by Iger himself (with Jim Frangione credited), this audiobook offers a rare insider’s look at leadership at scale.

Tonight in Jungleland: The Making of Born to Run

Dive deep into the soul of rock as biographer Peter Ames Carlin pulls back the curtain on Bruce Springsteen’s iconic “Born to Run,” tracing the album from its fraught creation through its thunderous legacy. Released for its 50th anniversary, this audiobook unfolds with vivid inside access to Springsteen, his bandmates, and the recording sessions themselves.

Eternally Electric: The Message in My Music

Narrated by Debbie Gibson herself, this autobiographical audio memoir lays bare the creative journey and personal evolution of the pop icon best known for hits like “Only in My Dreams” and “Electric Youth.”

Heart Life Music

Country star Kenny Chesney opens up in this 8-hour memoir filled with songs, stories, and the soul behind the stage lights. He reflects on his upbringing, the draw of the road, and the moments that shaped both his music and his life.

For Your Eyes Only: Ian Fleming and James Bond

Ben Macintyre dives into the life of Ian Fleming and the origins of the world-famous spy in “For Your Eyes Only,” tracing how Fleming’s experiences, obsessions, and wartime intelligence work shaped the creation of James Bond.

Greenlights

At 50 years old, the Academy Award-winning actor took to the desert to write this memoir based on the lessons, advice and wisdom he’s recounted through years of journaling. The main thesis of the unconventional book (and his general approach to living) is something he calls “catching greenlights”: enjoying life’s successes while having the faith that the yellows and reds will turn green at some point, too. McConaughey narrates the intimate audiobook, leading listeners through his own successes, failures, realizations, lessons and vivid memories from his life.

Daisy Jones & The Six: A Novel

Prime Video’s rollicking, drama-filled show about the epic rise and fall of an iconic 1970s rock band, loosely based on Fleetwood Mac, is based on Taylor Jenkins Reid’s bestselling “Daisy Jones & The Six.”

Heartburn

Meryl Streep narrates the audiobook version of Nora Ephron’s beloved novel “Heartburn,” which tells the story of Rachel Samstat who, seven months into her pregnancy, discovers that her husband Mark is in love with another woman. The “Sleepless in Seattle” and “Harry Met Sally” creator reminds us all why she’s the queen of romance (and anguish) with this sidesplitting novel.

Me: Elton John Official Autobiography

If you find yourself fascinated by Elton John after watching his upcoming documentary, you’ll want to read his debut autobiography in which the music icon himself narrates his remarkable life — from a young shy boy (born Reginald Kenneth Dwight) in a small London suburb, to the legendary artist who ended up changing the music world forever with his songs. Aside from his rise to success and extravagant lifestyle, all things shown in the bio-pic “Rocketman,” John also recounts his experience with the AIDs crisis and writes candidly about getting clean from addiction.

Yearbook

Everyone’s favorite comedian and producer puts together a hilarious collection of personal essays in his first book, in which he writes about his foray into comedy as a teenager, his Jewish upbringing and some wild Hollywood stories through the lens of a far-from-typical A-lister.  You won’t want to miss the audiobook version, which features a star-studded cast with cameos by Rogen’s mom and dad, Nick Kroll, Jay Pharoah, Jason Segel, Dan Aykroyd, Ike Barinholtz, Simon Helberg, Tommy Chong, Billy Idol and many more.

Heads Will Roll

Less of a book and more of an audio comedy, Audible Original’s “Heads Will Roll” is a 10-episode series created by “Saturday Night Live” star Kate McKinnon and co-creator/star (and sister!) Emily Lynne. The story follows Queen Mortuana of the Night Realm (McKinnon) and her ditsy sister JoJo (Lynne) who work together to hilariously put down an impending peasant rebellion that threatens their throne. The star-studded satire features performances by Meryl Streep, Tim Gunn, Peter Dinklage and “Queer Eye”‘s Fab Five.

Catch and Kill: Lies, Spies, and a Conspiracy to Protect Predators

Pulitzer Prize winner Ronan Farrow exposes a Russian doll of explosive stories in this real-life account of how he broke the Harvey Weinstein story for “The New Yorker” in 2017. In this tell-all book, which he narrates himself for the audio version, he recounts the shadowy operatives and war-hardened spies that surveilled him for months as he bravely uncovered the truth about one of Hollywood’s most powerful producers. He also writes about the process of getting Weinstein’s victims to tell their stories, which ended up sparking an explosive reckoning within Hollywood, and an entire movement around the world. If you’re really interested in the subject, you can couple it with Jodi Kantor and Megan Twohey’s audiobook “She Said,” in which they explain how they investigated the same story for “The New York Times.” 

Angels in America: A Gay Fantasia on National Themes

The audio version of the Pulitzer Prize-winning play, which stars the cast of the 2018 Broadway revival, explores the themes of identity, justice, community and redemption as New Yorkers grapple with the devastating AIDS crisis throughout the 1980s. Andrew Garfield and Nathan Lane, in addition to the rest of cast, recreate their acclaimed performances for the immersive theatrical experience.

Is This Anything?

In his first book in 25 years, the legendary comedian tracks his success from his performances as a shy 21 year-old college student to selling out the Madison Square Garden today — all through the best bits he’s saved over his iconic career. Half stand-up comedy, half memoir, “Is This Anything” gives valuable insight into one of the best comedians of our generation, narrated with Seinfeld’s distinct, shrill (and hilarious) intonation. If you’re a comedy lover, you can also check out Tina Fey’s “Bossy Pants” and Amy Poehler’s “Yes Please.”

Me Talk Pretty One Day

Sedaris’s distinct and lovable high-pitched voice carries readers through hilarious and whacky stories from his eccentric upbringing. From course-correcting his lisp through speech therapy lessons in elementary school, to moving to Paris with no grasp on the French language, to a short-lived stint as a writing teacher that he was woefully under qualified for, Sedaris has no shortage of real-life stories that double as comedy bits. In fact, more of his entertaining short essays can be found in his other popular books “Calypso,” “Naked” and “Dress Your Family in Corduroy and Denim.”

The Things They Carried

“The Things They Carried,”  a finalist for both the 1990 Pulitzer Prize and National Book Critics Circle Award, is still a No. 1 bestseller on Amazon 24 years since its original release. The Audible exclusive is narrated by award-winning actor Bryan Cranston, who tells the story of a group of soldiers in the Vietnam War through the weaponry (and other miscellaneous items) they brought with them on their journey. This audiobook also includes an exclusive recording “The Vietnam in Me,” a recount of the author’s trip back to Vietnam in 1994, revisiting his experience there as a soldier 25 years before, read by Tim O’Brien himself.

The Copenhagen Trilogy: Childhood; Youth; Dependency

Danish poet Tove Ditlefsen grew up in the early 1900s in a Copenhagen indistinguishable from the socially progressive, enlightened city of today. Recalling “Angela’s Ashes,” but with a distinctive feminist perspective, her early memories of living in poverty while dreaming of a literary life — and the precarious success she finally achieved — are hypnotically captivating in this newly-released audiobook, unfurling against the backdrop of the Nazi movement and the gradual modernization of 20th century Europe.

Just Kids

Patti Smith’s unmistakable throaty drawl adds dimension to the pioneering punk poet and singer’s exquisitely-observed and heartbreaking story of how she fled New Jersey in her early 20s, lived on almost nothing in New York, and moved in with photographer Robert Mapplethorpe while starting to perform at CBGB and Max’s Kansas City.

Crying in H Mart: A Memoir

The musician Michelle Zauner, known as Japanese Breakfast, proves she’s as adept at writing a sensitive memoir about family ties as she is at creating dreamy electro-pop. Zauner writes of growing up as a Korean American in Eugene, Ore., moving to the East Coast and beginning a band, and returning to Oregon to take care of her mother when she’s diagnosed with cancer. Memories of special meals she shared with her mother and grandmother and her efforts to come to terms with her family are woven throughout the book, which Zauner narrates herself.

The Glass Castle: A Memoir

Probably one of the top five memoirs of all time, Jeanette Walls’ story of her calamitous upbringing across the Southwest and in a West Virginia shack is as riveting as it is horrifying. With headstrong, artistic and unstable parents who were utterly unsuited to raising children, Walls and her brother and sister are forced to grow up way too fast, scrounging food for the family and fighting to get an education under the most extreme conditions. If you’re as captivated by her story as most listeners are, check out “Half Broke Horses,” a prequel that tells the story of her mother’s frontier childhood in the early 20th century Southwest.