It’s finally here, my favorite part of Audio Book Month! Jen at Devourer of Books does a great job hosting this event each year. I can’t believe that this is my third year participating. If you are interested in some great audio book discussions this week make sure you head over there and look for the linky with all of the participating blogs.
I am a huge fan of listening to lighter books. Over the last year I’ve found myself gravitating to books that are considered chick lit for this reason. Some of them are good simply because you don’t miss important aspects of the story if you aren’t fully concentrating on the plot. Great examples of this kind of book are the two novels by Sophie Kinsella that I’ve listened to. Twenties Girl and I’ve Got Your Number were very entertaining to say the least..
I’ve just finished The Sugar Queen by Sarah Addison Allen which was narrated by Karen White (review coming soon), but it was a perfect example of why I love audio books so much. My attention is often split while listening to audio books. While I had The Sugar Queen playing it was so easy to see the story playing out. It was like listening to an old-time radio program. I had a similar experience while listening to Sarah Blake’s The Postmistress last year.
If you are visiting Teresa’s Reading Corner from the Audio Book Week headquarters, WELCOME! I’m so glad that you made it by. I hope you find it to be an excellent resource for all things audio book related. As the host of the Audio Book Challenge you will find a ton of links to other blogs that love audio books as well. Each month participants link up their reviews so that others may easily find them. You will always find the most recent linky in my sidebar under the Audio Book Challenge button. Here is the linky for June, definitely worth checking out.
If you aren’t already a participant in the Audio Book Challenge, you can still join. It’s never too late and we’d love to have you!
Do you find yourself gravitating to a particular genre while listening to audio books? Is it the same or different to what you read in print? What has been one of your favorites from the past year? I’d love to hear!
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I can’t believe it is my 3rd year hosting Audiobook Week! Thanks for being a participant from the beginning.
I tend to choose audiobooks that are available at the library immediately – so I look through and pick something that might not be on my “must read” list, but I’ve heard of it and think I might like it.
I have no favorite genres — I listen to everything!
I should be more like this
I’ve just gotten really into audiobooks this year — they’re wonderful AND they help me get things done around the house! I like that you listen to more of the lighter novels. I’m listening to Abraham Lincoln: Vampire Hunter right now and it’s really good, but I plan to put on something completely different after … maybe a YA book or something.
That’s amazing that you’ve been participating for 3 years! This is my first and I’m super excited to be a part of it.
Thanks so much for stopping by. I haven’t mastered listening to audio books while doing things around the house. I know a lot of people do it.
There are exceptions to every rule, but my favorite audios are memoirs read by their authors (need not be famous) or Young Adult. I have read the print of The Sugar Queen, the book that made me fall in love with Sarah Addison Allen. I have listened to the audio of Garden Spells, though, which I loved as well. Highly recommend it!
I’ll have to check out Garden Spells. Thanks for stopping by.
I am much more flexible with my audiobook selection than with what I actually sit down and “read”. I can’t wait for your review of a Grown Up Kind of Pretty…I just love Jackson!
OMG I must try Sarah Addison Allen on audio. SO glad to hear you liked Sugar Queen. I loved the book. Perhaps I will give The PeachKeeper a go on audio.
I’m joining your challenge! I can’t believe that I didn’t in the first place. What is the number difference between Audiobook Slut and Audiobook Harlot? I’m going for Harlot. LOL!
I love how you called Jen’s blog Audiobook Week Headquarters!
I’ve been meaning to add a create your own level after our conversation on twitter!
I am all over the place with my audiobooks but I do find I like YA better in audiobook format.
My audiobook listening to completely different from my hardbook reading. I find myself listening to a lot more non-fiction titles, YA titles, and things that I normally wouldn’t pick up in print. Not really sure why this is but I think it’s because I don’t have anything to lose in terms of time because I’d be driving anyway.
Haven’t heard of Sugar Queen!
I’ve listened to everything from women’s fiction to thrillers to chick lit to even historical fiction on audios. As long as the story can hold my attention, I am good with it. I recently started reading the Stephanie Plum series by Janet Evanovich and listened to books 2 and 3 – and now I am going to try to listen to the whole series. CJ Critt is a great narrator and has the best NJ accent going!
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So far, I love just about all genres on AudioBook! I absolutely love how the news about audiobooks is spreading. Maybe it is just me, but I see a lot more folks checking them out!
Happy AudioBook Week!
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I listen to just about everything – from literary fiction and mysteries to nonfiction and classics. Will take a look at your challenge…
I liked The Postmistress on audio also. I think it might be a better medium for it, instead of just reading it, given the importance of the radio broadcasts in the novel.
Like Tanya (above) I tend to pick audiobooks based on what is available at the library right then. I do find that I enjoy it more if it is a YA fantasy, or adult paranormal romance. Either way, action is great.
I recently listened to Storm Front (Dresden Files #1) on audiobook, and am hooked. I want to listen to the whole series now.
Teresa I have to say a BIG thank you to you!! First I love the audiobook challenge. It’s nice to have another challenge but one that is based on my new hobby. Audiobooks! Then thank you again for introducing me to the Audiobook week! I saw the balloon button on your site and then click and joined. I love it! Thanks!!!
I am new to audiobooks but I tend to gravitate to the mystery/thriller genre. I guess it holds my attention better!
I am in on your challenge and I think sadly behind on updating….
Thanks for your post Teresa, and for all YOU do for the audiobook lovers out there. as you know, I enjoy your hosting of the audiobook challenge. here is my post for this day. I loved so much The Postmistress a few years back, Orlagh is absolutely my most favorite female narrator.
so here is my post: http://wordsandpeace.com/2012/06/25/2011-2012-my-audiobook-year/
I listen to most anything, but I love southern fiction in audio. My first time by your blog– thanks for the warm welcome.
So glad you enjoyed The Sugar Queen – Sarah Addison Allen is such a special writer.