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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  • The Song of Achilles cover art

    • The Song of Achilles

    • A Novel
    • Written by: Madeline Miller
    • Narrated by: Frazer Douglas
    • Length: 11 hrs and 15 mins
    • Release date: 2012-03-06
    • Language: English
    • 4.5 out of 5 stars 2,215 ratings
    • The Song of Achilles was arguably one of the first viral books on social media. Written by Madeline Miller, this audiobook has amassed a cult following for its moving story of love and devotion and dazzling immersion into the world of Greek mythology. When the worlds of an exiled young prince and the beautiful son of a goddess collide, the Fates will test their bond beyond imagination and require them to make an earth-shattering sacrifice. This breathtaking look at the relationship between these two figures will leave listeners heartbroken and enthralled in the best ways.
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    • The Atlas Six

    • Written by: Olivie Blake
    • Narrated by: Andy Ingalls, Caitlin Kelly, Damian Lynch, David Monteith, James Patrick Cronin, Munirih Grace, Siho Ellsmore
    • Series: Atlas Series, Book 1
    • Length: 15 hrs and 59 mins
    • Release date: 2022-03-01
    • Language: English
    • 4 out of 5 stars 170 ratings
    • Fans of the dark academia fantasy, The Atlas Six, have flooded the hashtag with millions of videos dedicated to their love for its wildly unique and captivating storyline. This audiobook is the first installment in a three-part series about the Alexandrian Society, the wardens of ancient knowledge and magical academicians. Only the most talented magicians will be initiated into the Atlas Six, and the selection journey is full of magnificent challenges. Writer Olivie Blake takes listeners on a wildly fantastical ride of magic and impossibility that will leave them breathless.
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    • It Happened One Summer

    • A Novel
    • Written by: Tessa Bailey
    • Narrated by: Charlotte North
    • Series: It Happened One Summer, Book 1
    • Length: 10 hrs and 48 mins
    • Release date: 2021-07-13
    • Language: English
    • 4.5 out of 5 stars 320 ratings
    • Writer Tessa Bailey is a staple of BookTok, and with It Happened One Summer, she has once again taken the platform by storm. When a Hollywood socialite gets banished to a small beach town, she is confronted with a surprising and dizzying attraction to a local who could not be more different from her. The result is a refreshingly sweet and passionate story with all the hallmarks of a romantic comedy classic. Listeners looking for a heartwarming and spicy listen that will have them on the edge of their seats, look no further than It Happened One Summer.
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    • The Hating Game

    • A Novel
    • Written by: Sally Thorne
    • Narrated by: Katie Schorr
    • Length: 12 hrs and 18 mins
    • Release date: 2016-08-09
    • Language: English
    • 4.5 out of 5 stars 548 ratings
    • The Hating Game, written by Sally Thorne, has garnered a lot of fans for its steamy and entertaining storyline. When office rivals Lucy Hutton and Joshua Templeman set out to constantly overtake each other and take the lead as the top employee, they could have never imagined it would lead them into a be-all and end-all connection. But can they trust each other? The Hating Game is an audiobook that will have listeners weak in the knees with sultry anticipation at what happens next with Lucy and Joshua.
  • Circe cover art

    • Circe

    • Written by: Madeline Miller
    • Narrated by: Perdita Weeks
    • Length: 12 hrs and 8 mins
    • Release date: 2018-04-10
    • Language: English
    • 4.5 out of 5 stars 2,808 ratings
    • Fans of the achingly moving The Song of Achilles now have another epic tale for which to fall head over heels. Writer Madeline Miller has done it again with Circe, the pause-resistant story about the magical daughter of powerful gods. The stunning imagery and mythology will leave listeners spellbound from the opening scenes and long after the last chapter. In a world ruled by powerful men, Circe is a force of womanhood that surpasses all boundaries and is a magnificent listen that you'll want to devour in one sitting.
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    • Shadow and Bone

    • Written by: Leigh Bardugo
    • Narrated by: Lauren Fortgang
    • Series: Grisha, Book 1
    • Length: 9 hrs and 21 mins
    • Release date: 2012-11-30
    • Language: English
    • 4.5 out of 5 stars 578 ratings
    • The young adult series Grisha is a science fiction lover's dream come true. In the first installment of the series written by Leigh Bardugo, Shadow and Bone, listeners meet Alina Starkov, a refugee of the once powerful nation of Ravka. Now war-torn by dark forces, Ravka's fate lies in the hands of the young Alina and a superpower she never knew she possessed. Full of stunning imagery, Shadow and Bone will immerse listeners in a fantastical world that will capture their imaginations and leave them enthralled from the first installment to the last.
  • Six of Crows cover art

    • Six of Crows

    • Written by: Leigh Bardugo
    • Narrated by: Jay Snyder, Brandon Rubin, Fred Berman, Lauren Fortgang, Roger Clark, Elizabeth Evans, Tristan Morris
    • Series: Six of Crows, Book 1
    • Length: 15 hrs and 4 mins
    • Release date: 2015-09-29
    • Language: English
    • 4.5 out of 5 stars 1,072 ratings
    • Six of Crows is the first installment in a young adult series of the same name written by Leigh Bardugo. This New York Times Best Seller story is full of thrilling suspense, sci-fi, and mystery. Kaz Brekker, a criminal mastermind, stumbles upon an opportunity to make more money than he could ever need, but he will not be able to pull off the heist alone. That leads him to team up with an unlikely group of misfits who attempt to achieve the impossible and possibly save the world. This audiobook will keep listeners on the edge of their seats.
  • The Unhoneymooners cover art

    • The Unhoneymooners

    • Written by: Christina Lauren
    • Narrated by: Cynthia Farrell, Deacon Lee
    • Series: The Unhoneymooners, Book 1
    • Length: 9 hrs and 14 mins
    • Release date: 2019-05-14
    • Language: English
    • 4.5 out of 5 stars 555 ratings
    • The Unhoneymooners is a light-hearted, charmingly entertaining listen that feels like a breath of fresh air. When chronically single and unlucky Olive gets thrust into an all-expenses paid trip to paradise with her nemesis Ethan, her luck seems to be at an all-time low. The result is a trip full of complicated ruses and maybe even some much-welcomed reprieve from a lifetime of bad luck. Writing duo Christina Lauren transports listeners to a world of hilarity and romance, making this audiobook a perfect beach vacation listen.
  • The Spanish Love Deception cover art

    • The Spanish Love Deception

    • A Novel
    • Written by: Elena Armas
    • Narrated by: Scarlette Hayes
    • Length: 14 hrs and 41 mins
    • Release date: 2021-11-23
    • Language: English
    • 4 out of 5 stars 157 ratings
    • This New York Times Best Seller and TikTok sensation has captured the hearts of listeners for its magnificently entertaining love story. The Spanish Love Deception, by writer Elena Armas, is a fake date gone right tale of push and pull that keeps listeners on the edge of their seats with anticipation. When Catalina Martín accepts help from her intolerable co-worker Aaron Blackford to attend her sister's wedding in Spain as her fake boyfriend, she realizes he isn't as awful as she once thought. The Spanish Love Deception is everything listeners could want from a feel-good romance.
  • Red, White & Royal Blue cover art

    • Red, White & Royal Blue

    • A Novel
    • Written by: Casey McQuiston
    • Narrated by: Ramon de Ocampo
    • Length: 12 hrs and 15 mins
    • Release date: 2019-05-14
    • Language: English
    • 4.5 out of 5 stars 699 ratings
    • Red, White & Royal Blue has not only gone viral on BookTok but has been named the best book of the year by numerous prestigious publications. The warm-hearted LGBTQ+ love story, written by Casey McQuiston, is absorbing and hopeful in the best ways. When America's First Son and the Prince of Wales' rivalry turns into an international scandal, their handlers devise a plan to fool the tabloids and douse out any strained relationships between the two countries. The resulting connection between the unlikely pair is the stuff of powerful and effervescent love stories.
  • Beach Read cover art

    • Beach Read

    • Written by: Emily Henry
    • Narrated by: Julia Whelan
    • Length: 10 hrs and 13 mins
    • Release date: 2020-05-19
    • Language: English
    • 4.5 out of 5 stars 685 ratings
    • BookTok users are not immune to the magic that writer Emily Henry weaves into her stories. Beach Read is no exception. An instant bestseller, this story is a dazzling multifaceted love story that takes listeners on a journey of heartbreak and soul-reviving love. January Andrews and Augustus Everett are polar opposite writers wrestling with their demons. But when a writing challenge forces them to see each other in a new light, their lives begin to change, and so does their electrifying connection. Listeners will find that this dazzling audiobook is a perfect Beach Read.
  • They Both Die at the End cover art

    • They Both Die at the End

    • Written by: Adam Silvera
    • Narrated by: Michael Crouch, Robbie Daymond, Bahni Turpin
    • Series: They Both Die at the End, Book 1
    • Length: 8 hrs and 30 mins
    • Release date: 2017-09-05
    • Language: English
    • 4.5 out of 5 stars 440 ratings
    • The heart-wrenching yet uplifting They Both Die at the End, written by Adam Silvera, has captured the hearts of audiobook listeners and critics alike. Mateo Torrez and Rufus Emeterio are looking for a friend to live out their last day on earth in epic fashion. Their last great adventure begins when they meet through an app dedicated to connecting people on their last day of living. This audiobook is a reminder that nothing worth having comes without suffering and is a masterpiece of literature that will leave a permanent mark on all who listen.
  • Verity cover art

    • Verity

    • Written by: Colleen Hoover
    • Narrated by: Vanessa Johansson, Amy Landon
    • Length: 8 hrs and 10 mins
    • Release date: 2019-05-07
    • Language: English
    • 4.5 out of 5 stars 4,266 ratings
    • Verity is another masterpiece written by the immensely talented Colleen Hoover. When a struggling writer accepts the assignment of a lifetime, her life is turned upside down when she uncovers a trove of horrifying and life-altering secrets. Will she share these secrets to gain the loyalty and trust of the one who could be torn apart by them? This sultry and hair-raising tale full of twists and turns is all-consuming and needs to be heard to be believed. Listeners will be left enthralled by this fascinating tale.
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