If you’re like me and you’re a reader, you like all kinds of different book formats. With so many film and television adaptations. coming from books, I’ve been reading physical copies, loving my e-reader, and even better, listening to audiobooks. This, of course, has led me to Libby and Audible.
while I’m not an Audible Plus member, There are still plenty of books on that platform, and if you’re racking up credits and wondering what to use them on, I’ve got some great options for you. In fact, all of these audiobooks were narrated by celebrities: some with a full cast, others by a single narrator.
The Dutch House – narrated by Tom Hanks
His voice is like no other.
The first on this list is The dutch house by Ann Patchett. The novel, released in 2019, is about the bond between two siblings, Danny and Maeve, who are exiled from their childhood home by their stepmother and must depend on each other throughout their lives. The story is told from Danny’s perspective, leading to the famous narrator, Tom Hanks.
For me, Tom Hanks has always been that celebrity that…makes me feel calm, for some reason. I think it’s because he’s been in some of my favorite movies of all time or voiced some of my favorite characters (Woody from toy story). He gave a great narrative performance thanks to that experience.
With a firm and calm voice, you can’t help but get carried away by the story because of how well he speaks. His diction is perfect, and by the end you’ll be looking for other books this talented man has written.
I’m Glad My Mom Died – narrated by Jeanette McCurdy
McCurdy shines in this intense, personal memoir
This is one I have to recommend because I heard it myself. I’m glad my mom died is a memoir by Jeannette McCurdy, who also narrated the audiobook. If you haven’t heard of this New York Times bestseller, the memoir covers McCurdy’s life as a child actress, her struggles with fame and body issues, and how she became who she is now, while also detailing the toxic relationship she had with her mother.
There is something so raw about listening to someone read their own memoirs. And for a book like I’m glad my mom diedit’s even more fascinating to hear McCurdy’s voice. It almost feels like you’re listening to a friend tell you her story, choosing to expose all the good and bad parts of her past to share her truth. Its tone is felt throughout the entire experience and, due to its simple narration, you will beat it in no time.
Harry Potter series – full cast
You’re a wizard, Harry.
I don’t really have to go into why you should listen. harry potter by JK Rowling. I mean, it’s Harry Potter. It is a legendary series. As someone who grew up reading all the books and watching all the movies and continue to do so through an HBO Max subscriptionIt is my daily bread.
But the Audible exclusives of the harry potter Audiobooks are honestly great. It has a full cast, meaning each character has a different voice, and there are many big celebrities who are part of it, including Matthew Macfadyen, Hugh Laurie, Riz Ahmed and many more, according to Audible. In fact, there are more than 200 actors. As of this writing, five of the seven have been released.
Taste – narrated by Stanley Tucci
Prepare to be hungry at the end.
Stanley Tucci is another big Hollywood name that everyone knows, and one of his projects that I must include in this list is Tastehis personal memories that he himself narrates.
Taste It’s actually a memoir, but it explores Tucci’s life through the lens of food, his Italian-American upbringing, his entry into the film industry, his personal struggles, and the surrounding aspect: eating good food. For a girl who loves to cook and spends much of her time in the kitchen, this is a great novel to read.
But the truth is that it is even better to listen to it. Tucci’s passion and love for food comes through loud and clear. It will just make you want to watch some of his movies right after.
The Sandman – full cast
What’s better than a classic fantasy?
Another complete audiobook series that I must include in this list is the sandman. Narrated by author Neil Galman, each character is voiced by someone different. The multi-part audio drama is everything you need and more, following the journey of Dream, the personification of dreams.
The series is divided into three acts, each with an incredible cast of actors bringing the characters to life, including James McAvoy as Dream, Kat Dennings as Death, David Tennant as Loki and many more. The list goes on and on.
Heartburn – narrated by Meryl Streep
The definitive narrator
The last audiobook I had to put on this list is Acidity. The book is semi-autobiographical by the writer Nora Ephron. It centers on the story of Rachel, a pregnant cookbook author, who discovers that her husband is having an affair with a global socialite, leading her into a world of pain, heartbreak, and healing.
Meryl Streep narrates the book, and if that sounds like a fantastic idea to you, you’re not wrong. Streep is a great actress on the big and small screen, but her voice is also great for audiobooks. It’s melancholic when it needs to be, sweet at other times, and just the right amount of relaxation to keep you listening for hours. I couldn’t recommend a better book to listen to.
If you had to choose any audiobook to listen to with your credits, these are some of the best out there, especially if you are just getting started with Audible.
