Though Black History Month happens every October, Black history happens every day. The first Black History Month in the UK was organised by a Ghanaian refugee in 1987, for the 150th anniversary of the abolition of slavery in the Caribbean. And as celebrations continue to grow, the focus has expanded to spotlight the contributions that people from African and Caribbean backgrounds have made to British culture and history. Black culture is not a monolith, so we hope you’ll join us in celebrating the writers, poets and historians featured in the collection – all of whom have helped to redefine our understanding of Black British experiences and history. —The Audible Editors
Bios and Memoirs
There’s so much to learn from these life stories.
Fiction
Get lost in great stories and stay a while.
Well-Being
Immerse your mind, body and soul into the good life.
Romance
Fall head over heels for a heartfelt love story.
Mysteries and Thrillers
Hold on tight, because these writers will take you on some wild twists and turns.
Science Fiction and Fantasy
Blast off to new worlds via the imaginations of these incredible storytellers.
Poetry
Fully immerse yourself in the power of great poetry.
Non-fiction and History
A must-have collection of truth from the past to right now.
For Kids and Teens
Set the imaginations of your young ones free with great fiction and non-fiction.
Rounding Out the Story
Explore other relevant work from non-Black creators and allies.
Featured Content
Rachel Eliza Griffiths greatly admires her fellow writers and the stories they tell
She shares some of her favourite books and why they matter.
After two unimaginable tragedies, Rachel Eliza Griffiths found healing in "The Flower Bearers"
The multi-media artist uses her poetic sensibility to craft piercingly beautiful prose about grief and resilience in the wake of a friend’s death and a violent attack on her husband.
Sadeqa Johnson’s “Keeper of Lost Children” is historical fiction at its best
The bestselling author of the “The House of Eve” is back with a powerful novel about an overlooked chapter in Black history, told through three unforgettable protagonists.
Cynthia Erivo says you’re not too much. You’re “Simply More.”
The “Wicked” actor caps a megawatt year with a self-narrated book full of wisdom on how to become your truest self.
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.
Five books that taught her invaluable lessons
January LaVoy considers narrating an honor no matter how challenging the process or topic is.
Celebrate Black History Month with these listens by Black British authors
Honour Black culture, identity, and heritage with these audiobooks by 15 exemplary writers.
“From Scratch” author Tembi Locke gives us an emotional new chapter in “Someday, Now”
The actor and producer takes us back to Sicily in this immersive audio memoir, capturing one final summer adventure before her daughter leaves for college.
"Can’t Get Enough" is a deeply satisfying conclusion to Kennedy Ryan’s Skyland series
In a romantic trilogy woven with the highly relatable challenges of three friends, fan-favorite character Hendrix finally gets her own spicy and heartfelt send-off.
Charmaine Wilkerson delivers another stunning family saga in “Good Dirt”
The bestselling author of “Black Cake” explores what we inherit from our ancestors and how the stories we tell ourselves shape who we are.
Adele Roberts gives her "Personal Best"
The award-winning DJ and broadcaster tells the story of her public battle with bowel cancer, the power of positivity and why she wants to help others reach their best potential.
George the Poet’s “Track Record” was a long time in the making
Combining elements of memoir with examinations of community, capitalism and racism, this groundbreaking memoir offers a fresh perspective on the world around us and how the legacy of colonialism still persists.