This year we wanted to reserve space to recognize new releases in consistently outstanding series. Whether two or 20 titles in, these are the series that just keep delivering on story and performance. Some feature longtime narrators, some mix it up with new voices for each new shift in perspective; some are complete, while some show no signs of slowing down. But each has one thing in common: They keep us coming back for more.
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Sci-fi & Fantasy
Bobiverse, Book 5
The surprise fifth entry in the Bobiverse series, once again passionately performed by Ray Porter, was everything we needed this year. We will take as many stories as there are Bobs, please.
The Bloodsworn Trilogy, Book 3
Now complete, John Gwynne's Bloodsworn Trilogy is epic fantasy at its absolute finest – action-packed battles, wild magic, vengeful gods and dreadful monsters – and Colin Mace, ever the bard, has us hanging on every word.
Cerulean Chronicles, Book 2
The House in the Cerulean Sea was such a rare, precious gem of a novel, we dared not hope for a sequel. But TJ Klune and Daniel Henning manage to re-create the magic.
Impact Winter, Season 3
This story, this setting, this cast: All come together in harmony to make each season of this Original series better than the last.
Romance
The DuBells, Book 3
If you love Bridgerton, you absolutely need to get on board with J.J. McAvoy's Regency romance series, each book focusing on a different DuBell sister. The narrators all shine, but Grace Gray sparkles like a diamond in each and every installment.
Skyland, Book 2
Performed by narrators Ines del Castillo and Jakobi Diem (and Kennedy Ryan herself!), the second installment in the Skyland series delivers all the feels in this sexy and mature love story.
Maple Hills, Book 3
The third installment in the TikTok-sensation Maple Hills series follows Henry Turner, an ice hockey team captain falling for his art history tutor. Each title has featured new narrators, and each has left listeners swooning and pining for more.
Mysteries & Thrillers
The Housemaid, Book 3
The Housemaid stories are so consistently good and twisty that pausing is not an option. Lauryn Allman captures the good and the bad in each character in a most amazing way.
Mistletoe Murders, Book 3
Cobie Smulders and Raymond Ablack sparkle as bright as ever in the third installment of this cozy holiday mystery series, which inspired a TV adaptation that recently premiered on Hallmark+.
Royal Spyness, Book 18
Audible listeners and editors alike have faithfully followed this delightful period mystery series – from the late Katherine Kellgren's iconic performances to Jasmine Blackborow's lovely continuation. It's hard to believe we're already at 18 installments, and we've devoured each like a decadent treat.
Kids
The Mystwick School of Musicraft, Book 3
Time travel, orchestral music and a confident young heroine. A captivating listen for the whole family – or just your inner child.
Diary of a Wimpy Kid, Book 19
Jeff Kinney manages to make each Wimpy Kid story more relatable (and hilarious) than the last, and Ramón de Ocampo's bright and peppy performances always nail the humour and heart.
Finally Seen, Book 2
Kelly Yang has an almost uncanny ability to capture tween listeners, and this series — tackling social media literacy — feels like her most important contribution to middle-grade fiction to date.
