The Top Audiobooks People Are Obsessed With on BookTok


November 8, 2022
Get ready to discover your new audiobook obsessions! These are the top trending BookTok books in audio form that have people raving on TikTok.

For audiobook lovers, nothing comes close to the feeling of stumbling upon a new favourite adventure, love story, or thriller. Finding that new favourite is now easier than ever! The world of BookTok is overflowing with audiobooks ready to become your new obsession. A young girl cursed to live forever, Greek mythology reimagined, life-saving time-travel, and so much more. We've scoured this corner of social media and compiled a list of what titles are trending and are definitely worth the hype. So sit back, press play, and escape your world for a while with the most popular books on BookTok.

What is BookTok?

There is a corner of TikTok where book lovers passionately express their appreciation for everything literature. The hashtag is bursting with millions of videos on lovingly curated book collections and reviews of must-read works, but most importantly, BookTok has become the place for book recommendations. The genres vary from romance to horror, and even certain authors gain viral popularity for their specific writing style. These reviews and recommendations are often based on visceral emotional reactions that cause these titles to trend across the platform and even land some on prestigious international bestseller lists. These BookTok recommendations have become a reliable guide for book lovers everywhere, and you can enjoy them now in audio form on Audible.
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  • Notes on an Execution cover art

    • Notes on an Execution

    • A Novel
    • Written by: Danya Kukafka
    • Narrated by: Mozhan Marno, Jim Meskimen
    • Length: 9 hrs and 42 mins
    • Release date: 2022-01-25
    • Language: English
    • 4.5 out of 5 stars 69 ratings
    • Notes on an Execution has made waves on BookTok for its highly compelling storyline and unique take on crime fiction. As a convicted serial killer awaits his execution, his life story gets recounted through the eyes of the women who shaped his life and were affected by his heinous crimes. Writer Danya Kukafka keeps listeners captivated from beginning to end with thrilling suspense and, most surprisingly, breathtaking empathy for the violent man. This highly-acclaimed bestseller is one of the most buzzed-about books of 2022 and is a must-listen.
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    • Kindred

    • Written by: Octavia E. Butler
    • Narrated by: Kim Staunton
    • Length: 10 hrs and 55 mins
    • Release date: 2007-09-12
    • Language: English
    • 4.5 out of 5 stars 261 ratings
    • Octavia E. Butler became the first Black woman to publish a science fiction novel with the awe-inspiring Kindred. Now, years after its first publication, it is again captivating audiences with its powerful combination of slave memoir, romance, and a fantastical take on a horrific historical time. When Dana finds herself propelled into pre-Civil War Maryland from her life in 1976 California, she quickly realizes that her existence is in the balance. Thrillingly entertaining and movingly eye-opening, Kindred will leave listeners spellbound from beginning to end.
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    • The Mountain Is You

    • Transforming Self-Sabotage into Self-Mastery
    • Written by: Brianna Wiest
    • Narrated by: Stacey Glemboski
    • Length: 5 hrs and 44 mins
    • Release date: 2022-04-01
    • Language: English
    • 4.5 out of 5 stars 892 ratings
    • The Mountain Is You, written by Brianna Wiest, has made waves across TikTok and other social media platforms for its revolutionary take on personal development and emotional intelligence. This audiobook takes listeners on a journey of self-reflection unlike any other. Limiting beliefs, dysfunctional habits and behaviours all have a root cause that requires internal work to defeat them. The Mountain Is You allows listeners to take stock of the root causes and traumas that hold them back. It provides them with the tools to become their best versions. This audiobook is essential for anyone wanting to reach their highest potential.
  • A Gentle Reminder cover art

    • A Gentle Reminder

    • Written by: Bianca Sparacino
    • Narrated by: Lynn Bradford
    • Length: 2 hrs and 31 mins
    • Release date: 2022-04-22
    • Language: English
    • 4.5 out of 5 stars 36 ratings
    • A Gentle Reminder is like a soothing salve for the heart and has captivated BookTok fans worldwide. Writer Bianca Sparacino captures all of the nuances of life in this beautifully written audiobook that holds the words everyone needs to hear at every stage of life. Whether finding your way back to yourself, nursing a broken heart, or simply reflecting on all your growth, this audiobook should live in everyone’s book lists. Full of peace and empowerment, this will soothe your soul every minute of the way.
  • The Overstory cover art

    • The Overstory

    • Written by: Richard Powers
    • Narrated by: Suzanne Toren
    • Length: 22 hrs and 58 mins
    • Release date: 2018-04-03
    • Language: English
    • 4.5 out of 5 stars 312 ratings
    • The Overstory is an audiobook full of mystery, thrilling suspense and fantastical imagery that will stay with listeners long after its conclusion. Tremendously talented writer Richard Powers interweaves the worlds of science fiction and human connection in this audiobook. It follows a group of unlikely people tasked with saving an invisible but critical part of our world. This is the perfect listen for anyone craving some incredibly written adventure full of stunning imagery and stirring metaphors that will leave a lasting impression.
  • Things We Never Got Over cover art

    • Things We Never Got Over

    • Written by: Lucy Score
    • Narrated by: Lila Winters, Sebastian York
    • Series: Knockemout, Book 1
    • Length: 16 hrs and 1 min
    • Release date: 2022-03-01
    • Language: English
    • 4.5 out of 5 stars 515 ratings
    • Things We Never Got Over has taken BookTok by storm and is an ideal listen for fans of romantic comedies with a twist. Naomi and Knox are an unlikely pairing. Knox is a grumpy bad boy set in his bachelor ways. Naomi is a young woman running from her old life only to find herself in an even bigger bind. They are an unlikely pairing. When Naomi's life crashes and burns epically, their lives are permanently and dangerously intertwined, and the usual romance tropes are thrown out the window in the best way. This audiobook by Lucy Score is a title you'll return to over and over.
  • It Ends with Us cover art

    • It Ends with Us

    • Written by: Colleen Hoover
    • Narrated by: Olivia Song
    • Series: It Ends with Us, Book 1
    • Length: 11 hrs and 11 mins
    • Release date: 2016-08-02
    • Language: English
    • 4.5 out of 5 stars 2,933 ratings
    • New York Times bestselling writer Colleen Hoover has cemented herself as one of the favourite writers on BookTok, with multiple titles going viral. It Ends With Us has garnered a large following for its heartbreaking and daring take on new love and the first loves that never truly leave us. Listeners rave about Colleen Hoover’s ability to make them cry, rage, and hope. Her wonderfully crafted characters and plot twists keep listeners glued to her every word. It Ends With Us is one audiobook listeners will not want to miss. Be sure to also check out its sequel It Starts With Us.
  • Daisy Jones & The Six cover art

    • Daisy Jones & The Six

    • A Novel
    • Written by: Taylor Jenkins Reid
    • Narrated by: Jennifer Beals, Benjamin Bratt, Judy Greer, Pablo Schreiber
    • Length: 9 hrs and 3 mins
    • Release date: 2019-03-05
    • Language: English
    • 4.5 out of 5 stars 2,831 ratings
    • Daisy Jones & The Six, written by Taylor Jenkins Reid, is a dazzling throwback to the world of 1970s rock ‘n’ roll, and BookTok cannot get enough. A rock band on a dizzying ascent to fame, their enigmatic singer, and their mystifying breakup get dissected in this novel that feels more like a documentary than a work of fiction. The exquisite narration brings this gripping story to life with multiple narrators and original music that takes listeners on a wild ride of emotions they won't soon forget.
  • The Love Hypothesis cover art

    • The Love Hypothesis

    • Written by: Ali Hazelwood
    • Narrated by: Callie Dalton, Teddy Hamilton
    • Series: The Love Hypothesis, Book 1
    • Length: 11 hrs and 51 mins
    • Release date: 2021-09-14
    • Language: English
    • 4.5 out of 5 stars 675 ratings
    • BookTok loves a great romance novel, and this delightfully charming audiobook written by Ali Hazelwood is no exception. The Love Hypothesis encompasses all the things that make romance a beloved genre. When Olive sets out to convince her best friend that she is in a happy relationship, she finds herself stuck in an experiment full of unforeseen consequences of the best kind. Filled with academic prowess that sets it apart from audiobooks full of cliched romance tropes, Olive and Adam's journey will have listeners giddy with anticipation until the very end.
  • In Five Years cover art

    • In Five Years

    • A Novel
    • Written by: Rebecca Serle
    • Narrated by: Megan Hilty
    • Length: 6 hrs and 44 mins
    • Release date: 2020-03-10
    • Language: English
    • 4 out of 5 stars 333 ratings
    • What would you do if you could see five years into your future? For the methodical Dannie Kohan, this vision was not in her plan. She had it all beautifully and perfectly figured out. So why is this vision so different than it should be? In Five Years has taken listeners by storm, and writer Rebecca Serle's ability to write a truly unforgettable love story has made this audiobook a New York Times Best Seller. Listeners searching for a story that will leave them full of pleasant surprises, look no further than In Five Years.
  • The Invisible Life of Addie LaRue cover art

    • The Invisible Life of Addie LaRue

    • Written by: V. E. Schwab
    • Narrated by: Julia Whelan
    • Length: 17 hrs and 10 mins
    • Release date: 2020-10-06
    • Language: English
    • 4.5 out of 5 stars 2,608 ratings
    • Perhaps one of the most viral titles on this list, The Invisible Life of Addie LaRue is a hauntingly beautiful story about one young girl's quest to live a meaningful life. Addie LaRue is cursed to live forever, but that doesn't mean she will allow her secret life to go unnoticed. When after 300 years of life, she meets someone who remembers her, nothing will ever be the same. Writer V. E. Schwab leaves listeners captivated with this epic story and characters that will leave them captivated long after its conclusion.
  • A Little Life cover art

    • A Little Life

    • A Novel
    • Written by: Hanya Yanagihara
    • Narrated by: Oliver Wyman
    • Length: 32 hrs and 51 mins
    • Release date: 2022-11-01
    • Language: English
    • 4.5 out of 5 stars 175 ratings
    • A Little Life is a staple among BookTok posts for its ability to move and challenge anyone who comes across it. This coming-of-age audiobook is, at times, a beautiful but unsettling examination of the limits of human endurance and the intricacies of heartbreak and friendship. TikTok users often comment on the transformative nature of this audiobook written by Hanya Yanagihara and are left transfixed by its content long after its conclusion. This is one audiobook best enjoyed after taking heed of trigger warnings.
  • You've Reached Sam cover art

    • You've Reached Sam

    • A Novel
    • Written by: Dustin Thao
    • Narrated by: Soneela Nankani
    • Length: 9 hrs and 57 mins
    • Release date: 2021-11-09
    • Language: English
    • 4 out of 5 stars 26 ratings
    • You've Reached Sam has become a massive hit among young adult audiences on BookTok for its heart-tugging storyline and impeccably written characters. When teenage Julie Clarke suddenly loses her first love, Sam, her life is consumed by trying to forget him. That is until she gets a second chance to connect with Sam, and while it is a second chance at a proper farewell, letting him go becomes impossible. Written by Dustin Thao, this audiobook is filled with captivating teenage angst that will leave listeners unable to press pause.
  • Normal People cover art

    • Normal People

    • A Novel
    • Written by: Sally Rooney
    • Narrated by: Aoife McMahon
    • Length: 7 hrs and 34 mins
    • Release date: 2019-04-16
    • Language: English
    • 4 out of 5 stars 771 ratings
    • Normal People, written by Sally Rooney, has become one of the most critically acclaimed novels of the past decade. Garnering a cult-like following on TikTok, this audiobook is a touching look at friendship and love and how sometimes, both become inescapable forces. When two people from the same small town find themselves inexplicably but magnetically drawn to one another, their lives become dependent on one another, no matter how hard they try to stop it. The result is a captivating listen that demands to be binged in one sitting.
  • Such a Fun Age cover art

    • Such a Fun Age

    • Written by: Kiley Reid
    • Narrated by: Nicole Lewis
    • Length: 9 hrs and 58 mins
    • Release date: 2019-12-31
    • Language: English
    • 4 out of 5 stars 691 ratings
    • This instant New York Times Best Seller has appeared in multiple prestigious best books lists and has left BookTok reeling with its timely and relatable storyline. When Emira and the woman she babysits for, Alix, find their personal lives upended by a chance encounter at a grocery store, both women must grapple with the realities of what they know about themselves and each other. Such a Fun Age, written by Kiley Reid, is an eye-opening look at the intricacies of race, privilege, and the complicated world of transactional relationships.
  • The Seven Husbands of Evelyn Hugo cover art

    • The Seven Husbands of Evelyn Hugo

    • A Novel
    • Written by: Taylor Jenkins Reid
    • Narrated by: Alma Cuervo, Julia Whelan, Robin Miles
    • Length: 12 hrs and 10 mins
    • Release date: 2017-06-13
    • Language: English
    • 4.5 out of 5 stars 4,795 ratings
    • The Seven Husbands of Evelyn Hugo, written by Taylor Jenkins Reid, has secured its place as one of the most buzzed-about novels on BookTok, especially for the LGBTQ+ community. When Evelyn, an Old Hollywood icon who has withdrawn from the public eye, sits down with a young journalist to tell her heartbreaking story, their lives are set on a collision course that will leave them forever linked to one another. This audiobook is best enjoyed with little to no spoiler alerts and will leave listeners breathless with an appreciation for its dazzling characters.
  • The Silent Patient cover art

    • The Silent Patient

    • Written by: Alex Michaelides
    • Narrated by: Jack Hawkins, Louise Brealey
    • Length: 8 hrs and 33 mins
    • Release date: 2019-02-05
    • Language: English
    • 4.5 out of 5 stars 3,816 ratings
    • The Silent Patient is a piece of psychologically suspenseful art that has taken the literary world by storm. When a famous artist that seemingly has it all mysteriously murders her husband, her motives become the subject of much speculation and her silence a piercing enigma. The psychotherapist that has waited a long time to work with her soon finds himself consumed with his quest to uncover the truth. Written by Alex Michaelides, this is one audiobook that will keep listeners riveted with breathless anticipation until the end.
  • A Court of Thorns and Roses cover art

    • A Court of Thorns and Roses

    • Written by: Sarah J. Maas
    • Narrated by: Jennifer Ikeda
    • Series: A Court of Thorns and Roses, Book 1
    • Length: 16 hrs and 7 mins
    • Release date: 2015-05-05
    • Language: English
    • 4.5 out of 5 stars 2,256 ratings
    • Written by Sarah J. Maas, A Court of Thorns and Roses is the first title in a series of the same name. The series has become a viral favourite of those on the literary corner of TikTok for its riveting science fiction, adventure, and romance tropes that have mesmerized listeners. When faeries capture a young huntress for a crime she unwittingly commits, she suddenly finds her world filled with beauty, danger, and wild desire. A Court of Thorns and Roses transports listeners to a dazzling world of adventure where fantasy meets reality.
  • The Midnight Library cover art

    • The Midnight Library

    • A Novel
    • Written by: Matt Haig
    • Narrated by: Carey Mulligan
    • Length: 8 hrs and 49 mins
    • Release date: 2020-09-29
    • Language: English
    • 4.5 out of 5 stars 3,452 ratings
    • The Midnight Library has captivated listeners with its mesmerizing storyline and beautifully introspective message. Nora Seed gets the chance to go back and fix all of the moments in her life she regrets with the help of a library filled with magical books. She soon finds that there is a price to pay for piecing together her perfect life. Full of life lessons and alternate timelines, writer Matt Haig creates a world full of wonder and mystery that will leave listeners forever changed.
  • Every Summer After cover art

    • Every Summer After

    • Written by: Carley Fortune
    • Narrated by: AJ Bridel
    • Length: 9 hrs and 46 mins
    • Release date: 2022-05-10
    • Language: English
    • 4.5 out of 5 stars 306 ratings
    • Every Summer After, written by Carley Fortune, is a deliciously romantic coming-of-age story with listeners falling in love all over BookTok. Percy and Sam were supposed to end up together, but when Percy makes a life-altering decision, the trajectory of their love story gets blown off course. After six years apart, one fateful weekend will remind them that some loves are too strong to run away from forever. Every Summer After will take listeners on a journey of true love and its indelible marks on our lives.
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