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The Independent UK
The Independent UK
Entertainment
Daisy Lester

I’m an audiobook obsessive, and these are my must-listen Audible releases for April and May

From Douglas Stuart’s ‘John of John’ to Caro Claire Burke’s ‘Yesteryear’, don’t miss these releases - (The Independent)

Looking for audiobook recommendations this spring? From true crime and sci-fi fiction to twisty, time-travelling stories and family dramas, the new Audible releases for April and May 2026 will be music to your ears.

Audiobooks have never been so popular, with audio revenue surging for UK publishers since 2023. They’ve even become a gateway to literature for many. A recent study by the National Literacy Trust found that 44.5 per cent of young people have found a love of books through the audio form.

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