10 audio books ideas

Wednesday, February 01 2023

10 audio book ideas

Riding public transit gives you some time to yourself. So why not take advantage to devour a good book or essay you’ve been wanting to read for ages? If you’ve never experienced an audio book, exo has some great suggestions for every taste!

Une femme extraordinaire by Catherine Ethier

Enjoy this excellent tragi-comedy read by its author in French.

Salem's Lot by Stephen King

Published in 1975, the undisputed master of horror and suspense wrote his second book just after the enormously successful Carrie.

Haute démolition by Jean-Philippe Baril-Guérard

Check out this enhanced audio adaptation of a literary work by one of Québec’s most prolific young authors, featuring the voices of multiple actors and personalities, including Patrice Godin and Jean-Philippe Wauthier. Read by Kim Despatis and Eric Bernier.

Mon année martienne by Farah Alibay

Explore space travel with the woman who made Mars her field of expertise.

Frankenstein by Mary Shelley

Everyone wants to read the classics, but nobody has the time. The good news is that Audible has recorded several, including Frankenstein by Mary Shelley, The Adventures of Tom Sawyer by Mark Twain and The Trial by Franz Kafka.

The Subtle Art of Not Giving a F*ck by Mark Manson

If you’ve always wanted to read this bestselling phenomenon, here’s your chance!

Ce que je n’ai jamais raconté by Isabelle Richer

Enter the world of the Montréal Courthouse and discover the stories behind some of Québec’s most striking trials with legal affairs reporter Isabelle Richer.

Stresse pas minou, a collective led by Joanie Pietracupa

As the year is well underway, take advantage to reassess your stress level alongside Stéphanie Boulay, Gabrielle Lisa Collard and several others.

Le poids de la neige by Christian-Guay Poliquin

This dark and mesmerizing novel has received numerous accolades, including the prestigious Governor General’s Award. It’s a must!

Spare by Prince Harry, Duke of Sussex

Discover the memoir that all the news outlets are talking about, read by the Prince himself.

Like to discover new places?

While listening to an audio book is an excellent way to spend your journey on public transit, some other activities aren’t as welcome. Learn more in this short, humorous text (in French)..