Listening Books

07/06/2026

Louise recommends Fourth Wing, written by Rebecca Yarros and narrated by Rebecca Soler and Teddy Hamilton✨

💬 I wanted to read this book due to all the hype around the series of what will be 5 books (3 are currently available), and it hasn't disappointed from what I expected. It is such an easy read. Your typical fantasy book, with all the tropes that make you want to go back for more. There is deception, death, lust, and dragons, all set in the training college for new recruits (dragon riders). However, I feel it is also building towards a story of plotting and political intrigue, and I'm looking forward to seeing where Yarros takes the story.

Listen to Fourth Wing - written by Rebecca Yarros and narrated by the author and Teddy Hamilton - via the link in the comments below 👇

05/06/2026

Did you know that Listening Books members can access audio newspapers and magazines via PressReader, at no extra cost? 📰✅

There are new editions of The Week Junior, Radio Times, National Geographic Traveller, Good Housekeeping and many more available! ✨

There are thousands of publications for you to choose from. If you'd like to sign up to Listening Books to access PressReader, as well as our huge collection of audiobooks, click the link in the comments below to find out more! 🎧

04/06/2026

To celebrate Volunteers’ Week and the National Year of Reading, we hosted a virtual Big Lunch bringing together our wonderful volunteers from across the UK 📚

Led by Claire Bell, the event was a chance to chat, share stories, and swap book recommendations in a relaxed and friendly space. From classic favourites to current titles, there was plenty of inspiration for everyone’s TBR list!

A huge thank you to all our incredible volunteers for the time and passion you give to Listening Books - your support helps us bring audiobooks to those who need them most 💜

Find out more about the event in our latest blog 👇

Listening Books brought together staff and volunteers from across the UK for a virtual Big Lunch, celebrating Volunteers’ Week and the National Year of Reading. Hosted by Claire Bell, the event featured relaxed conversation, book recommendations, and a themed activity, highlighting the power of st...

03/06/2026

Happy Volunteers' Week! ✨

We'd like to say a huge thank you to all our brilliant volunteers - past and present - who carry out such vital activities to help raise awareness of our charity and the work we do to help ensure everyone can enjoy the experience of books, regardless of their print disability.

Find out more about what volunteering for the charity means for Victoria in the blog below 👇

Discover how volunteering with Listening Books helps break down barriers to reading. Victoria shares her experience supporting access to audiobooks for people with disabilities and health conditions - and why you should join too.

02/06/2026

Here are the top 10 downloaded audiobooks of May 2026 ✨

From twist-filled thrillers and cosy crime, to Victorian murder mysteries and timeless fantasy classics, this list showcases what's been trending over the past month.

Here are your most listened-to audiobooks in April:
1️⃣ The Fish and Chip Shop Detectives by Jenny Kane
2️⃣ The Killing Time: Ali Dawson book 2 by Elly Griffiths
3️⃣ The Lord of the Rings: The Fellowship of the Rings by JRR Tolkien
4️⃣ A Degree of Murder by Maz Evans
5️⃣ Butter by Asako Yuzuki
6️⃣ Witch Trial by Harriet Tyce
7️⃣ That’s Not My Name by Megan Lally
8️⃣ Damaged by Cathy Glass
9️⃣ Snobbery with Violence by M. C. Beaton
🔟 The Miner’s Lass by Glenda Young

Stream or download these titles from our website or the Libby app with your Listening Books membership!

Find all the titles in one place by clicking the link in the comments below 👇



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01/06/2026

31/05/2026

Louise recommends There Are Rivers in the Sky, written by Elif Shafak and narrated by Olivia Vinall✨

💬 The prose in this book is beautiful, and although I didn't find it a page turner, due to three interconnected storylines. I did find it a relaxing and an enjoyable listen, that is very well written. The stories are woven together, through the theme of water, building towards a deeply moving ending.

Listen to There Are Rivers in the Sky - written by Elif Shafak and narrated by Olivia Vinall - via the link in the comments below 👇

30/05/2026

✨ Become a Listening Books Community Champion! ✨

Are you passionate about audiobooks? Looking to support a small charity by volunteering your time? 📚

We’re on the lookout for Community Volunteers to help spread the word about our audiobook service across the UK! 🎧

Whether you enjoy:
📱 sharing posts on social media
🗣️ chatting to local groups
⛪ popping a few leaflets & posters around your local area

If you’d love to champion accessible reading in your community, we’d be delighted to hear from you 💬

Find out more about the role and how to apply via the link in the comments below 👇