Essays audiobooks

Prejudices, First Series (Unabridged)

By: H. L. Mencken

Narrated by: Kelly Carrington, Holly Lamon & George Cropsey

Length: TBA

Abridged: No

In "Prejudices, First Series," H. L. Mencken unleashes a torrent of wit and invective against the follies and hypocrisies of American society. With his trademark acerbic style, Mencken skewers everything from Prohibition to the Ku Klux Klan, from the "booboisie" to the "Bible Belt." A master of satire and invective, Mencken's essays are a... Read more

Short Nonfiction Collection, Vol. 054 (Unabridged)

By: et al. Charles Ernest Fay

Narrated by: Kelly Bell, Anthony Collazo & Jeffrey Mccraken

Length: TBA

Abridged: No

Prepare to embark on an extraordinary literary journey with "Short Nonfiction Collection, Vol. 054." This captivating anthology, meticulously curated by Charles Ernest Fay and a team of literary luminaries, presents a diverse array of nonfiction masterpieces. From historical accounts to scientific discoveries, philosophical musings to personal... Read more

How to Lose Friends and Influence No One

By: Mary Giuliani

Length: 3 hours 26 minutes

Abridged: No

What happens with a celebrated "caterer to the stars" (and incessant people pleaser) begins to really ponder what's it all about?Mary Giuliani deconstructs her ever-evolving existential internal conversation in this new collection of essays, beginning when all the world (and all the stars) are ordered to stay home. Armed with an arsenal of pigs... Read more

Certain Personal Matters (Unabridged)

By: H. G. Wells

Narrated by: John Huver, Arlene Collins & Jeanne Mcgranor

Length: 6 hours 11 minutes

Abridged: No

In the quaint town of Bladesover, a web of secrets and forbidden desires entangles the lives of its inhabitants. Certain Personal Matters unveils the hidden truths that lurk beneath the surface of a seemingly idyllic community. As the lives of Lady Harman, her daughter Sylvia, and the enigmatic Mr. Lewis intertwine, a forbidden love affair... Read more

The Note-Books of Samuel Butler (Unabridged)

By: Henry Festing Jones

Narrated by: Victor Lyle, Mable Fielden & Samuel Patterson

Length: 15 hours 48 minutes

Abridged: No

In the intimate pages of Samuel Butler's notebooks, we find a brilliant and eccentric mind laid bare. From his witty observations on human nature to his profound insights into art, religion, and science, Butler's writings offer a fascinating glimpse into the mind of a literary giant. Through his candid reflections, we witness Butler's struggles... Read more

Short Nonfiction Collection, Vol. 058 (Unabridged)

By: et al. Anna Brassey

Narrated by: Elaine Williams, Patricia Jarrell & Werner Crawley

Length: TBA

Abridged: No

Prepare to be captivated by a literary tapestry woven with the threads of diverse voices and perspectives. "Short Nonfiction Collection, Vol. 058" presents an anthology of thought-provoking essays, memoirs, and narratives that explore the complexities of human experience. From poignant reflections on personal journeys to incisive social... Read more

Short Story Collection Vol. 075 (Unabridged)

By: et al. Egerton Castle

Narrated by: Jorge Wood, Carol Bouie & Elaina Vaught

Length: 7 hours 38 minutes

Abridged: No

Prepare to be captivated by a literary tapestry woven with the finest threads of imagination and prose. Short Story Collection Vol. 075 (Unabridged) is a treasure trove of captivating tales that will transport you to realms of wonder, intrigue, and timeless truths. From the whimsical to the profound, each story is a masterpiece crafted by... Read more

Self-Reliance

By: Ralph Waldo Emerson

Narrated by: Filibooks Narration (Daniel)

Length: 1 hour 8 minutes

Abridged: No

Ralph Waldo Emerson's "Self-Reliance" is a seminal essay that explores the importance of individualism and personal integrity. Emerson challenges readers to avoid conformity and follow their own instincts and ideas. This work has inspired countless readers to trust in their inner voice and embrace a life of self-determination. Essential for... Read more

Short Nonfiction Collection, Vol. 066 (Unabridged)

By: et al. George Herbert Palmer

Narrated by: Rebecca West, Elizabeth Buzzard & Christopher G...

Length: 5 hours 14 minutes

Abridged: No

Prepare to embark on an intellectual odyssey with "Short Nonfiction Collection, Vol. 066." This captivating anthology gathers a diverse array of essays, speeches, and articles from renowned thinkers, including George Herbert Palmer, William James, and John Stuart Mill. Delve into timeless insights on philosophy, psychology, education, and the... Read more

Break, Blow, Burn, and Make

By: E. Lily Yu

Narrated by: Nancy Peterson

Length: 5 hours 21 minutes

Abridged: No

From the award-winning author of On Fragile Waves comes an inspirational, surprising guide to creation and creativity, and how both bring us closer to God.
 
Centuries ago, sound theology and good fiction were friends and not strangers. Decades ago, authors strove not for self-expression and self-disclosure but for a mastery of craft and... Read more

Así veo las cosas

By: Jorge Ramos

Narrated by: Jorge Ramos, Joel Luna & Annie González

Length: 10 hours 47 minutes

Abridged: No

El libro más personal, íntimo y revelador de Jorge Ramos en casi cien columnas y tres puentes.   "Jorge Ramos […] es una persona íntegra y de esas hay muy pocas en este mundo. A leer estas páginas de su memoria me entero de algunos secretos, me entretengo, me conmuevo y me reencuentro con el amigo de siempre, con el periodista que me pone al día... Read more

Zero at the Bone

By: Christian Wiman

Narrated by: George Newbern

Length: 7 hours 23 minutes

Abridged: No

Few contemporary writers ask the questions about faith, morality, and God that Christian Wiman does, and even fewer—perhaps none—do so with his urgency and eloquence. Wiman, an award-winning poet and the author of My Bright Abyss, lays the motion of his mind on the page in this genre-defying work, an indivisible blend of poetry, criticism,... Read more

Daybreak at Chavez Ravine

By: Erik Sherman

Narrated by: Asa Siegel

Length: 10 hours 12 minutes

Abridged: No

Fernando Valenzuela was only twenty years old when Tom Lasorda chose him as the Dodgers' opening-day starting pitcher in 1981. Born in a remote Mexican town, the left-hander had moved to the US less than two years before. He became an instant icon and there hasn't been a player since who created as many Dodgers fans.



After the Dodgers' move to... Read more

Short Nonfiction Collection, Vol. 067 (Unabridged)

By: et al. George Washington

Narrated by: Mary Libby, Richard Jemmott & Scott Anderson

Length: 4 hours 54 minutes

Abridged: No

In this captivating collection of short nonfiction works, renowned figures such as George Washington, Mark Twain, and Virginia Woolf explore profound themes and share their unique perspectives. From Washington's stirring speeches to Twain's witty observations and Woolf's introspective essays, this volume offers a glimpse into the minds of some... Read more

Temporary Freedom

By: Noor Fahmy

Narrated by: Pandarosh

Length: 6 minutes

Abridged: No

Is it possible for a person to gain his freedom one day, or is his life a set of restrictions and he does not know? Read more

On the Shadow Tracks

By: Clare Hammond

Narrated by: Clare Hammond

Length: 9 hours 8 minutes

Abridged: No

Brought to you by Penguin.

In 2016, while working as a journalist in Yangon, Clare Hammond discovered an obscure map that showed a web of new railways spanning the length and breadth of the country - railways not shown on any other publicly available maps. She was determined to uncover the railways' origins, purpose, and most of all, the silence... Read more

A Woman's Place is in the Kitchen

By: Sally Abé

Narrated by: Sally Abé

Length: 8 hours 14 minutes

Abridged: No

'Sally really tells it how it is . . . This book will be a go to for those needing that bit of bravery and resilience in a world that needs more people like her' CANDICE BROWN

'Wow. Sally's book is an insightful, honest account of a young cook's journey to an inspirational chef' ANGELA HARTNETT

'She doesn't so much pull back the curtains as yank... Read more

12 Trips in 12 Months

By: Jen Ruiz

Narrated by: Jen Ruiz

Length: 6 hours 7 minutes

Abridged: No

A LibraryReads pick for Notable NonfictionOne of Book Riot’s 10 Best New Nonfiction Books for AdultsBestselling author Jen Ruiz takes readers on a trip around the globe in 12 Trips in 12 Months, defying societal expectations of what a woman is supposed to be—and empowering others to do the same.The year before her thirtieth birthday, Jen Ruiz... Read more

A Dog Named Mattis

By: Mark Tappan

Narrated by: Mark Tappan

Length: 4 hours 31 minutes

Abridged: No

Read by the author.Take a ride-along with Sergeant Mark Tappan and his amazing K9 partner Mattis, whose heroic actions will inspire you to live courageously, serve selflessly, and love passionately because every human (and dog) has a purpose.Sergeant Mark Tappan shares a unique bond with his K9 partner Mattis, one of the most decorated police... Read more

Impossible City

By: Simon Kuper

Narrated by: Tim Frances

Length: 6 hours 37 minutes

Abridged: No

An entertaining and openhearted tale of a naïf eventually getting to understand a complex, glittering, beautiful and often cruel society - at least a little.

When Simon Kuper left London for Paris in his early thirties, he wasn't planning to make a permanent move. Paris, however, had other
plans. Kuper has grown middle-aged there, eaten the... Read more

World Class

By: Grant Wahl

Narrated by: Dr. Céline Gounder, Mark Mravic, Eric Wahl & Al...

Length: 12 hours 30 minutes

Abridged: No

“This collection of Grant’s work is a great testament to not only what he did when he was here, but what he’s still doing to impact others.”—LeBron James

The definitive collection of beloved late journalist Grant Wahl’s work—a masterclass in the art of sportswriting

After Grant Wahl died of an aortic aneurysm at the 2022 FIFA World Cup in Qatar,... Read more

Traveling Without Moving

By: Taiyon J. Coleman

Narrated by: Keyonni James

Length: 5 hours 12 minutes

Abridged: No

Amid the White smiles of Minnesota Nice and the Minnesota Paradox—the insidious racism of an ostensibly inclusive place to live—what do you do? If you're Taiyon J. Coleman, you write.



In Traveling without Moving, Coleman shares intimate essays from her life: her childhood in Chicago—growing up in poverty with four siblings and a single mother—and... Read more

The White Album

By: Joan Didion

Narrated by: Susan Varon

Length: 7 hours 21 minutes

Abridged: No

"First appearing in print in 1979, this remarkable and intimate audiobook chronicles the implosion of the 1960s and reports on the people, mores, and trends that defined that turbulent time."—AudioFile

First published in 1979, Joan Didion's The White Album records indelibly the upheavals and aftermaths of the 1960s.

Examining key events, figures,... Read more

Inteligencia Artificial. La tecnología que cambiará el mundo - Abridged

By: Roberto Velasco

Narrated by: Sergio Huescar (voz digital)

Length: 12 hours 3 minutes

Abridged: Yes

Los avances tecnológicos invaden velozmente nuestras vidas y desbordan las capacidades normativas de las Administraciones públicas, todo bajo el control remoto de unos gigantes empresariales que pretenden rediseñar los hábitos sociales en función de sus intereses económicos. En este mundo de escasas reglas, se presenta la Inteligencia... Read more