Audiobooks are a great way to read books – yes, listening to an audiobook is reading! Not only can you multitask but you will experience the story in an immersive manner.
Most popular books have audiobook editions, with award-winning narrators like Davinia Porter, Julia Whelan, and Barbara Rosenblat elevating the experience. They bring life to the characters that we all love so much and allow the reader to truly dive into their world through the eyes (or voices) of those intimately familiar with it.
In the past, audiobooks were only available via CDs or cassettes and were very expensive. Not only has the price come down, but the audio experience is now immediate thanks to apps like Audible, Apple, Google Books, and Libby. Streaming platforms like Spotify also now include 15 hours of audiobook listening per month with premium subscriptions (starting at $11.99 USD). Because audiobooks are less expensive and more accessible, global audiobook sales continue to grow, expected to reach $8.67 billion in 2024. In short, audiobooks are IN!
Here are five romance-heavy audiobooks to work into your TBR list.
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Terms and Conditions – Lauren Asher, narrated by Jason Clarke and Morae Brehon
Fake relationships are fun to read about and even more fun to listen to. Many may consider Declan and Iris’s relationship untraditional, but when it comes to matters of the heart, it is safe to say that the path that leads to connection is the most correct one.
Love seems like the last thing on anyone’s mind between inheritances, contracts, terms, and conditions. But listening to this audiobook reminds us that anything is possible. Jason Clarke sells the broody billionaire with a secret heart of gold, and Morae Brehon is the complete embodiment of the sassy assistant who won’t take anything from anyone. These two come together and create magic.
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A Caribbean Heiress in Paris – Adriana Herrera, narrated by Nneka Okoye
An ambitious rum heiress and a dashing Scotsman meet in the City of Light against the backdrop of the 1889 Paris Exposition. The sparks have no option but to fly!
A Caribbean Heiress in Paris is a diverse historical romance with the perfect combination of love, adventure, and steam. Luz Alana and Evan are the ideal couple to take on the challenging and, at times, ruthless world of 19th-century merchantry, and steal hearts while doing it. Nneka Okoye manages to capture the delicate balance of finding love as a Woman of Color at the turn of the century with the demands of being a businesswoman. Her narration conjures a feeling of adventure and familiarity, making it seem like the reader is right there, witnessing every moment.
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Twisted Games – Ana Huang, narrated by Aiden Snow and Cindy Kay
The only thing that any princess really needs is a hot bodyguard to spice up the humdrum of royal life, even if it is one of the monarchy’s biggest royal secrets with the power to change the fabric of a kingdom completely.
Twisted Games is an audio experience that draws you in at every turn. There is nothing like the lure of a feisty princess and a brooding bodyguard to encapsulate the feeling of having a movie play in your mind. Aiden and Cindy go together like ocean currents, pushing and pulling and lulling the reader further into their imagination. Each word is a scene that leaves you wanting more.
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Sinner – Sierra Simone, narrated by Jacob Morgan and Morae Brehon
If you were months away from becoming a nun without ever experiencing even a kiss, would you want to before giving your life to God?
That’s the question that Zenny Iverson must answer before taking her vows. And who better to help her on that journey than her older brother’s best friend? Who is more experienced in matters of lust but has just as much to learn in matters of love? Jacob Morgan brilliantly captures Sean Bell as sinfully sexy, while Morae Brehon imbues Zenny as the determined and curious young woman she is. Listening to this book is like eating a popsicle on a hot day— delicious in a way that leaves your mouth watering but sated beyond belief.
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Vicious Bonds – Shanora Williams, narrated by Shane East and Aure Nash
What would you do if your soulmate wasn’t from your world?
That’s the question asked in this dark fantasy romance. Willow and Caz may be from two different universes but are bound across all time and place. Narrators Shane East ( 2021 Voice Award Winner) and Aure Nash come together to build a bridge into their world and invite the reader to cross with them. Listening to this book means being transfixed by the risk, chaos, and power that draws you in from the moment you press play. This book makes it clear that love knows no bounds, and neither does danger.
Stories are a central component of human evolution. It’s how we have learned to make sense of our environments and pass knowledge down through the generations. From oral storytelling around a fire to the introduction of the written word to the audiobooks of today, there is no shortage of ways to keep the human tradition of storytelling alive. Whether you’re looking for something new or just revisiting an old favorite, let today be the day you try audiobooks.
This article originally appeared on Checkoutluv.com and was syndicated by MediaFeed.org
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