Cynthia Erivo has changed audio storytelling—for good
The multihyphenate phenom, acclaimed for her work on stage and screen, has also gifted listeners with her talents in audio. Here are a few of our favorites.
Alanna McAuliffe
Memoir and fandom editor Alanna is a proponent of empathetic, sensitive storytelling of all kinds. She has a soft spot for investigative journalism podcasts, author-narrated memoir, character-driven fiction, and poetry that lays bare the human spirit. When she’s not reading, writing, or listening, she can be found curating her record collection, poring over Star Wars fan theories, or befriending stray cats across New York City.
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13 spooky listens for scaredy-cats and sensitive souls
These atmospheric listens set the vibe for Halloween night, without the nightmares.
Can women have it all? Maybe not, but they can join a cannibalistic sorority
Olivie Blake’s “Girl Dinner” is a satirical take on feminism’s perennial quandaries.
From page to scream—tune in to these terrifying listens that inspired horror movies
Looking for the perfect listen to queue up for Halloween night? These terrifying tales—all of which were adapted for the big screen—offer plenty of frights.
20 years after his debut, John Green's call to empathy still resonates
This essential listening guide houses all of John Green’s published works in audio, from his acclaimed young adult novels to his fan-favorite podcasts.
Poignant and postapocalyptic listens for fans of "The Last of Us"
Whether you're a longtime fan of the video game or a newcomer drawn in by the HBO adaptation, these podcasts and books like "The Last of Us" offer similar themes, settings, and emotional payoffs.
On repeat: 42 of our favorite music memoirs
Turn up the volume and press play on this selection of pitch-perfect memoirs from music legends in a variety of genres and styles.
Go behind the scenes of the small screen with these television tell-alls
From retrospective podcasts to deep-dive cultural analyses, these listens will take you onto the set and into the writers' rooms of some of your favorite TV shows.