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AUDIBLE audiobooks changed the way people read by offering the mobility, variety and the possibility of professional reading that was previously unimaginable. At AUDIBLE, customers can access thousands of audiobooks in many genres, ranging from fiction to non-fiction and self-help to biographies and memoirs for those who love reading and those who have little time for it. With AUDIBLE, you can enjoy a great story no matter where you are – on your way to work, during your workout, or just at home.
Reading audiobooks on AUDIBLE let the readers find more depth and emotions since the ideas and the stories are read by professionals. Every and any title is a gateway to fun and learning and can be a thrilling mystery novel or a set of educational tutorials. Also, enthusiasts of audiobooks from across the world visit it for membership options and content that cannot be found anywhere else.
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Journey Beyond Reality: AUDIBLE’S Science Fiction and Fantasy Collection
The Science Fiction and Fantasy library on AUDIBLE takes the listeners into a world of their dreams and fantasies. This category is for the stories that transport the listeners to galaxies, fairylands, and the future worlds, based on books by Isaac Asimov, J.R.R Tolkien, N.K. Jemisin and others. There are great thrilling fantasies of heroism, mystery and discovery that take the listeners in as the talented speakers bring these grand creations to life. Each type of a fan should be able to find something he or she will like in the vast selection of books offered in AUDIBLE.
AUDIBLE is the premier audiobook service that offers the best of the best, including Dune and The Lord of the Rings and the best new voices that are shaping the industry. Whether you’re on your way to work, watching TV at night or simply in the mood for some inspiration these audiobooks will bring you to the world of imagination and creativity.
Harry Potter and the Philosopher’s Stone
All fairy tales begin with ‘once upon a time’ and so does this one, Harry Potter and the Philosopher’s Stone. This magical world was first brought into the reader’s attention in Rowling’s Harry Potter and the Philosopher’s Stone . In the novel they are introduced to an eleven year old boy called Harry Potter, an orphan, who learns that he is a wizard. As for the history of Harry Potter and his friendship with the new friends – Hermione Granger and Ron Weasley – Harry also gets the advice from his teacher, Albus Dumbledore, and begins his magical learning. Each and every one of them is themed with magic, exciting events, and the fight between the forces of goods and eviles and unique fantastic amphibian-like beasts, fascinating Quidditch matches and so on.
Old and new audiences will appreciate Stephen Fry’s (or Jim Dale’s, in some versions) spoken word as he brings the story to life. An ever-green classic, Harry Potter and the Philosopher’s Stone takes listeners and readers on a journey into a world where one’s company decides destiny and the extraordinary is real.
Game of Thrones
This paper examines political hooliganism, family succession, and the unquenchable desire of power as depicted in George R.R Martin Game of Thrones, the first of A Song of Ice and Fire series. On the side of the internal structure it is worth noting that different viewpoints including representatives of the noble families fighting for the control over the Iron Throne and foreign characters who fight for their survival, are shown in the context of the broad and painted in details terrestrial country of Westeros. Just like the loyal but troubled Starks, the cunning Lannisters, the exiled Targaryen with fiery dragon everything in this story switches sides and betrayal is ever lurking around the corner.
Roy Dotrice performs this audiobook with grace and packs a lot of emotion into all of the lead characters that he brings to life across both books. Enter a realm of STARKDirewolves DRAGONS And War. Every action you take will have consequences and nobody is immune. If one is a fan of high risk and drama fantasy and drama, Game of Thrones must be on his/her list of must listen to podcasts.
The Wizard’s First Lesson
The recipient of the positive acclaim is Terry Goodkind’s The Wizard’s First Rule This is a daring, stunning revelation of the two important human virtues: courage and truth where the reader is lead through a wondrous and perilous voyage through a world of the supernatural and of mystery exercises. This film is a story of a simple woodsman Richard Cypher, who can scarcely think of certain a meeting with mysterious woman Kahlan Amnell. Separated, they were helpless, united they set off to stop Darken Rahl from using his unfathomable power to enslave their world. Richard’s main role is guided by the still rather enigmatic but certainly wise Zedd through his path of eventual self-discovery during the task of battling the evil forces of Willy The Witch, body swapping, learning who is worthy of love, the price one should pay for it and quite a frankly realizing the harsh truth of the world: “People are stupid.”
There are no flaws with this audiobook which is very interesting to listen due to Goodkind’s good narrative and characters. As long as the protagonists are committed to a world where every decision matters and every lie is buried, the level of the story gains more drama and a more emotional perspective. An incredible piece of work, The Wizard’s First Rule is an epic piece of high fantasy that enshrines action, romance and philosophy.
Second Foundation
The third novel in the prestigious Foundation series, Second Foundation is one of the most absorbing tales of strategy and subterfuge as well as survival; and Isaac Asimov has labelled it as one of the most compelling mysteries of the galaxy. Continuing the story of Foundation and Empire, the story continues the description of the Second Foundation – the hidden community of extraordinary minds who became the keepers of humanity’s future. More and more First Foundation officials have come to feel the Second Foundation as a hidden threat as the latter expands its authority. Meanwhile, the mutant with galactic reshaping intentions in the name Mule continues searching for this faceless organization.
Through his well articulated story, Asimov explores issues of psychology, leadership, and instability of society. All aspects of this audiobook do a splendid job at translating the heady intrigue of this antique piece, thanks to its highly detailed and faithful reading. A perfect sequel to the original series, Second Foundation does not let the audience get bored up to the last plot twist.
The Messiah of Dune
The second installment in Frank Herbert’s revolutionary Dune trilogy, The Messiah of Dune: From a purely isolated work comes a grand ‘More of a Visionary Saga Continues’ saga Dune Messiah deepens the analysis and matrix of the strategic and volatile world of Arrakis. This novel follows the tale of Dune and is set twelve years later when Paul Atreides is ruling as Emperor and is divine figure regarded as the Holy Don to and suffering with the consequences of his abilities to prophesy. Paul is faced with themes of betrayal, threats to his power, and aftermath of the jihad performed in his name as the political thriller crossover with the ‘spiritual’ drama.
Herbert very successfully uses motifs of fate, religion and weakness in a very colourful and moving plot. The captivating narrator in the audiobook leads the audience through a deep and intellectual as well as a spiritual and psychological journey with Paul. Those revelations and insights that expand the scope of Dune saga at the basic macrocosmic level make Dune Messiah a vital sequel.
Unlock Infinite Adventures with AUDIBLE Sci-Fi and Fantasy Collection
AUDIBLE Science Fiction and Fantasy audiobooks take listeners to the other worlds, to magical kingdoms, and to other galaxies. There is no greater anticipation of an adventure and inspiration than having to look for the new masterpiece or rediscovering the legendary ones. Maybe hire professional voice actors for every second, to give these rich worlds a voice.