Poetry audiobooks

Vigil Strange I Kept on the Field One Night (Unabridged)

By: Walt Whitman

Narrated by: Sylvia Fox, Evelyn Cantu & Josephine Dougherty

Length: 42 minutes

Abridged: No

In the ethereal stillness of a moonlit night, a solitary figure embarks on a profound journey of self-discovery. Walt Whitman's "Vigil Strange I Kept on the Field One Night" is a haunting and enigmatic masterpiece that explores the depths of human consciousness and the mysteries of the universe. Through vivid imagery and introspective prose,... Read more

A Great Gay Book

By: Ryan Fitzgibbon

Narrated by: Lee Osorio

Length: 12 hours 13 minutes

Abridged: No

A Great Gay Book: Stories of Growth, Belonging and Other Queer Possibilities is a gorgeously designed collection of essays, short fiction, poetry, interviews, profiles, as well as new material from many of today's biggest LGBTQ+ creatives.



Hello Mr. was founded by Ryan Fitzgibbon in 2012. Over its ten-issue lifespan, the groundbreaking indie... Read more

Self-Portrait

By: Jack Kerouac

Narrated by: T. Ryder Smith

Length: 15 hours 7 minutes

Abridged: No

A collection of previously unpublished writing culled from the Kerouac archiveJack Kerouac’s archive is vast. Throughout his life he was constantly writing, and he meticulously saved and catalogued his material. The result is that beyond the work published in his lifetime there has been a rich stream of posthumous writing that is far from... Read more

We Alive, Beloved

By: Frederick Joseph

Narrated by: Frederick Joseph

Length: 1 hour 37 minutes

Abridged: No

NYT Bestselling Author, Frederick Joseph, explores a new genre in this captivating poetry collection that seeks to find joy in moments of difficulty whether through illuminating the beauty of being Black, highlighting the hope that can be found in childhood, or by sharing intimate truths revealed on a mental health journey. This book will appeal... Read more

Hope, Beauty and Friendship

By: John Angus Walker-Smith

Narrated by: John Angus Walker-Smith

Length: 1 hour 2 minutes

Abridged: No

This selection of poems by a new author was triggered by the tragic death of his 28-year-old daughter. So the collection begins with loss and the aftermath of loss: the hope of the author that his daughter and he may be reunited in the life to come. This hope underlies many of the poems. This is clearly articulated in ‘Osler and Son’, where a... Read more

The Lifting Of The Mist (Unabridged)

By: E. Pauline Johnson

Narrated by: Samuel Ledford, Peter Sanford & Paul Ezell

Length: TBA

Abridged: No

In the heart of the Canadian wilderness, where towering trees cast long shadows and the mist hangs heavy, a tale of love, loss, and the enduring spirit of a young woman unfolds. "The Lifting of the Mist" by E. Pauline Johnson paints a vivid portrait of a world both beautiful and unforgiving, where the boundaries between reality and the... Read more

Binsey Poplars (Unabridged)

By: Gerard Manley Hopkins

Narrated by: Douglas Newcomb, Terrence Rabelo & Brian Kinder

Length: TBA

Abridged: No

In the tranquil countryside of Binsey, where the River Thames meanders through lush meadows, a collection of towering poplars stands as a testament to the beauty and transience of nature. Gerard Manley Hopkins, a renowned Victorian poet, captures the essence of these majestic trees in his evocative poem, "Binsey Poplars." Through vivid imagery... Read more

Short Poetry Collection 194 (Unabridged)

By: et al. Robert Louis Stevenson

Narrated by: Walter Frawley, Jane Jones & Floyd Day

Length: 1 hour 33 minutes

Abridged: No

Immerse yourself in a captivating anthology of 194 timeless poems, meticulously curated from the literary treasures of Robert Louis Stevenson and other renowned poets. This unabridged collection transports you to a realm of imagination, emotion, and profound insights. From the haunting melodies of "Requiem" to the whimsical adventures of "The... Read more

Lost And Found

By: AA Monet

Narrated by: AA Monet

Length: 1 hour 10 minutes

Abridged: No

Enter into a world of magic and emotion beyond the pages through AA Monet’s captivating narration of her poetry book, Lost And Found. Read more

The Stuttering Magician

By: Jay MacNamee

Narrated by: Jay MacNamee

Length: 13 minutes

Abridged: No

Tired of life in a noisy city, a group of magicians gathers together and POOF! -- they create their very own town. Being rather self-centered, they elect themselves to various positions in the town. When the voting is over, every magician has been elected to office; everyone, that is, except young Abracadabra Bartholomew Brown. Why not... Read more

Uninvited Guests

By: Donald Glazer

Narrated by: Donald Glazer

Length: TBA

Abridged: No

This debut collection of poems, composed with no thought to commercial publication and discovered by Green Writers Press by happenstance, addresses events in the poet' s life that every reader can relate to — friendships, the beginning, middle, and end of romantic relationships, and the death of a loved one. And they do... Read more

Gli inni sacri

By: Alessandro Manzoni

Narrated by: Fabiola Bianchi

Length: 27 minutes

Abridged: No

Tale il marmo inoperoso, Che premea l’arca scavata Gittò via quel Vigoroso, Quando l’anima tornata Dalla squallida vallea, Al Divino che tacea; Sorgi, disse, io son con Te.
Che parola si diffuse Tra i sopiti d’Israele! Il Signor le porte ha schiuse! Il Signor, l’Emmanuele! O sopiti in aspettando, È finito il vostro bando: Egli è desso, il... Read more

Dark Beds

By: Diana Whitney

Narrated by: Diana Whitney

Length: 1 hour 18 minutes

Abridged: No

Diana Whitney’s seductive second collection juxtaposes the conflicted emotions of motherhood and domesticity with the intoxicating promises of transgression. Fantasies fulfilled or imagined play out against the haunted backdrop of Vermont’s woods and fields, a landscape both harsh and magical, conjuring longing and grief, dissolution and repair.... Read more

The Legend of Stone Mountain

By: Joshua David Ling & Alexander Robertson

Narrated by: Joshua David Ling

Length: 4 hours 51 minutes

Abridged: No

Hidden beneath Stone Mountain's imposing facade lies a dark and intriguing secret. Drawn together by an irresistible force, a disparate group of individuals with unique powers, embark on a quest to uncover its legend. Unbeknownst to them, they are thrust into an ancient battle between good and evil. Amidst the peculiar happenings surrounding... Read more

When Love Grows Hot

By: Yahchanan

Narrated by: Yahchanan

Length: 13 minutes

Abridged: No

A chapbook of experimental Christian poems that push the boundaries of typical patterns and topics. For those who have a basic understanding of scriptures already and wish to think in ways we habitually choose not to think about. Enjoy. Read more

Reflections

By: Mallory Rowse

Narrated by: Cherry McIntosh

Length: TBA

Abridged: No

Lift yourself into a new realm of lateral make-believe world.Indulge in artistic poetry that will lift you.Become disassociated from the matter of fact daily life that confronts us all today.Creativity is the mark of poetry as it sings our senses in appreciation and realises another perspective to what surrounds us. Another poem, another realm... Read more

Зів'яле листя

By: Іван Франко

Narrated by: Артем Окороков

Length: 37 minutes

Abridged: No

Іван Франко, один із найвизначніших українських письменників, залишив незабутній слід в історії української літератури. Його збірка "Зів'яле листя", видана в 1896 році, є одним із найвідоміших творів, що відображає тонкі душевні переживання та філософські роздуми автора."Зів'яле листя" - це збірка ліричних поезій, поділена на три частини, кожна... Read more

Them!

By: Harry Josephine Giles

Narrated by: Harry Josephine Giles

Length: 2 hours 11 minutes

Abridged: No

Read by the author, Harry Josephine Giles.

Them! by Harry Josephine Giles is a challenging and subversive collection of poems about trans life as it is lived today, through the lenses of work, technology and ecology.

Witty, candid, furious, and always compelling, Them! negotiates the fraught and fruitful space between the worlds of ‘online’ and... Read more

The Poems Of Sappho

By: Sappho

Narrated by: Geoffrey Giuliano & The Bell

Length: 1 hour 52 minutes

Abridged: No

In the ancient world of Greece, amidst the lyrical splendor of poetry, one name shines with a brilliance that transcends time: Sappho. Revered as one of the greatest poets of antiquity, Sappho's work speaks to the depths of human emotion with a clarity and intensity that remains unparalleled. Through her verses, she immortalizes the joys and... Read more

The Jungle Flower (Unabridged)

By: Laurence Hope

Narrated by: Janet Phelps, Joseph Cox & Mathew Soule

Length: TBA

Abridged: No

In the heart of India's vibrant landscape, where lush jungles whisper secrets and ancient traditions intertwine, a forbidden love blossoms. The Jungle Flower, a captivating tale by Laurence Hope, unveils the poignant story of Maira, a beautiful Indian princess, and Trevelyan, a British officer. Their forbidden romance defies societal norms and... Read more

A Thanksgiving Dream (Unabridged)

By: Joseph Crosby Lincoln

Narrated by: Dianne Thurston, Stella Soto & Damien Clayton

Length: TBA

Abridged: No

In the quaint coastal town of Cape Cod, a heartwarming tale unfolds on the cusp of Thanksgiving. As the aroma of roasted turkey fills the air, a young boy named Billy dreams of a magical encounter that will forever change his life. When Billy awakens, he finds himself transported to a realm where talking animals, mischievous fairies, and a wise... Read more

Short Poetry Collection 198 (Unabridged)

By: et al. Lucy Terry

Narrated by: Tommie Men, Jennifer Barker & Kenneth Hollenbeck

Length: TBA

Abridged: No

Immerse yourself in the lyrical tapestry of "Short Poetry Collection 198 (Unabridged)," a timeless anthology that showcases the diverse voices of poets from across centuries. From the poignant verses of Lucy Terry to the evocative imagery of contemporary masters, this collection offers a profound exploration of human emotions, experiences, and... Read more

Trifles (Unabridged)

By: John Charles McNeill

Narrated by: Michael Greene, Chester Blanton & Maria Malady

Length: 15 minutes

Abridged: No

In the aftermath of a gruesome murder, a group of women gather to clean the crime scene. As they meticulously examine the seemingly insignificant details left behind, they uncover a hidden world of secrets and unspoken truths. Led by the astute Mrs. Hale, these women piece together a narrative that challenges the official account of events.... Read more

Pleasure Principle

By: Madeleine Cravens

Narrated by: Madeleine Cravens

Length: 40 minutes

Abridged: No

An astonishing debut collection of poems about desire and the chaos of youth.

In her stunning debut collection, Madeleine Cravens explores desire in all its transgressive power and wildness. Pleasure and pain are inextricable in these carefully observed poems, capturing a young woman on the threshold of adulthood as she seeks to understand... Read more