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20 Far-Out Science Fiction & Fantasy Audiobooks

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    PLATFORM DECAY

    MAY 5, 2026

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    THE RED WINTER

    FEB. 24, 2026

THE RED WINTER

by Cameron Sullivan ; read by Imogen Church & Rory Barnett

A dark, witty listen blending horror and history into a vivid, gripping, and resonant experience. Full review >

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    THE RAVEN AND THE REINDEER

    MARCH 3, 2026

THE RAVEN AND THE REINDEER

by T. Kingfisher ; read by Nina Yndis

The Nordic cadence of Yndis’ narration enhances the charm of this fairytale. Full review >

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    WE BURNED SO BRIGHT

    APRIL 28, 2026

WE BURNED SO BRIGHT

by TJ Klune ; read by Kirt Graves

This highly emotional audiobook won’t leave listeners dry eyed. Full review >

FULL REVIEW >

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