Audible’s Fall Preview Has 8 Must-Listen Audiobooks, Including Sarah J. Maas’ New ‘ACOTAR’ Book
From romances to spooky mysteries, these upcoming listens are perfect for cozy fall days
Key Takeaways
- The audio platform’s fall preview highlights some of the season’s biggest upcoming books.
- Sarah J. Maas’ newest ‘ACOTAR’ installment is among the most anticipated listens.
- Spooky mysteries, swoony romances and thrillers make these perfect seasonal audiobooks.
Fall is officially here, and if you’re looking for a good book to listen to while you carve pumpkins or rake leaves, we’ve got you covered! Audible recently released their fall book preview, and it features some of the biggest books of the season—including Sarah J. Maas’ newest A Court of Thorns and Roses (ACOTAR) book. To learn our top picks from the list, keep reading!
‘A Court of Splintered Harmony’ by Sarah J. Maas
One of the most anticipated books of the year is A Court of Splintered Harmony, the sixth book in the ACOTAR series. The magical land of Prythian is still recovering from the devastating Hybern War, which caused a major rift between the courts. Elsewhere, Koschei the Deathless is stirring and the Night Court prepares for what could be their biggest battle yet. This audiobook will be narrated by Elizabeth Evans—who has narrated all of Maas’ other books—and as of publication, most of the book’s plot has not been shared. (Out October 27, 2026)
What early readers are saying: Most of the time readers get early access to audiobooks, but none have been sent out for this book.
‘Hollow Bones’ by Jodi Picoult
Jodi Picoult’s 30th novel, a Woman’s World book club pick, follows Molly Fitzgerald, who was just 2 months old when her mother died in the 9/11 attacks. Now an adult, Molly runs the Rhode Island Department for Emergency Preparedness and is married to Jesse, a police polygraph expert and a character in Picoult’s 11th novel My Sister’s Keeper. They are happy, until an unexpected event upends their marriage in ways they never thought possible, forcing Molly and Jesse to rethink everything . This novel is narrated by Rebecca Soler, MacLeod Andrews, Julia Whelan and Picoult herself. (Out September 15, 2026)
What early readers are saying: “While I have read and loved many a Jodi Picoult book, and the vast majority have stayed with me long after finishing them, this gut-wrenching tale about the complexities of motherhood, the bonds of family and its ability to make or break those in it, and the fight to make sense of the senseless, still haunts me months later. This book, with its huge twist and important author’s note, is timely and critical, and I hope it falls into the hands of those who may need it the most.”
‘The Witch’ by Freida McFadden
From bestselling author Freida McFadden comes a riveting tale that will send a shiver down listeners’ spines thanks to the brilliant narration by Saskia Maarleveld and Marin Ireland. After losing her job and apartment, Julia Barlow has no choice but to move back into her family’s 17th-century estate in rural Massachusetts. She’s hoping the home will allow her to disappear, but instead it causes her to unravel even more. As she begins to investigate what’s going on in this seemingly haunted house, she learns that a woman was executed for witchcraft in 1692 nearby and might not be done haunting the area. (Out October 6, 2026)
What early readers are saying: “Really surprising and quite different from everything I’ve read from Freida McFadden so far. The story follows a woman who becomes increasingly drawn into the dark history of a mysterious ancestor, as events from the past begin to have an unexpected impact on the present. The two timelines are really interesting, and I loved seeing how the pieces slowly started to connect.”
‘Peculiar Stars’ by Rebecca Yarros
Rebecca Yarros, best known for Fourth Wing, has written a swoonworthy novel narrated by Audrey Obeyn and Teddy Hamilton. The story follows Callista Moran, who is engaged to Darren Knight, then finds herself stranded on a desert island with his cousin Dominic for 18 months. As they begin to bond, sparks fly. After they are rescued, Callista and Dominic are shocked to learn that, as they were growing and bonding on the island, the real world hasn’t changed at all. Can they continue to be the people they became on the island or will the real world get in the way? (Out November 17, 2026)
What early readers are saying: “Rebecca Yarros does it again. I fully devoured this. It’s my favorite book I’ve read in the past two years.”
‘Bad Words’ by Rioghnach Robinson
When Emily Henry calls a book “a once-in-a-lifetime read” you know it’s going to be good. Parker Navarro’s debut novel was supposed to make him a bestseller, but after book critic Selina Chan’s harsh review, it flopped. Four years later, Parker has written a new book, and when Selina writes another scathing review, Parker can’t stay quiet. Soon the two end up in a public feud that catches the attention of book lovers everywhere. A perfect enemies-to-lovers tale that narrated by Katharine Chin and Major Curda. (Out October 6, 2026)
What early readers are saying: “An indescribably perfect novel. There have been so few times in my life that, after finishing a book, I’ve had to sit in silence for a beat, taking it all in. Everything within these pages was deeply real to me. The people, places, scenarios. The whole messy world. Nothing felt rushed and it was all beautifully tangible. I can’t wait to pick this up, over and over and over again.”
‘Murder at the Grand Alpine Hotel’ by Lucy Foley and Agatha Christie
Lucy Foley’s newt book, narrated by Hayley Atwell, Lucy Boynton, Adeel Akhtar and Mara Wilson, features Agatha Christie’s Miss Jane Marple. The only way to get to the Grand Alpine Hotel is by a single, winding railway. But that doesn’t stop some of the most interesting people from visiting. This includes Miss Jane Marple, who just happens to be in the area after a shocking takes place at the hotel. Now, she must crack the case—before it’s too late. (Out September 22, 2026)
What early readers are saying: “I just finished reading Murder at the Grand Alpine Hotel, and I am both surprised and impressed. Agatha Christie fans are in for a treat! If I had any quibble at all, it’s with that twist ending. It works brilliantly, and it’s a solution worthy of Christie herself.”
‘The French Illusion’ by John Grisham
Bestselling author John Grisham delivers yet another thrilling tale–taking readers out of the deep South where most of his stories are set, and bringing them overseas. Following their fairy-tale wedding, newlyweds Paul and Chelsea escape to Paris for their romantic honeymoon. But paradise shatters when they vanish in rural France, victims of a mysterious abduction. Soon, the CIA, FBI, and French authorities recruit an unsuspecting young attorney to help trap the criminals. But can this dangerous gambit succeed? (Out September 29, 2026)
What early readers are saying: “I will listen to any John Grisham book narrated by Michael Beck, with his inimitable southern drawl—who does an impressive French accent as well,” says Patty Bontekoe, Woman’s World Executive Editor. “The action unfolds quickly, and when it’s revealed that Paul and Chelsea weren’t the only couple kidnapped while honeymooning in France, I was hooked!”
‘We Chase Shadows’ by Richard Osman
Action-packed plots, thrilling mysteries, hilarious banter, endearing characters…Richard Osman’s newest novel, narrated by Nicola Walker, delivers everything his fans have come to expect. His latest release, the second installment in his We Solve Murders series, brings back beloved amateur detectives Amy, Rose and Steve. When a corpse appears outside an isolated Italian villa, the trio pledges to track down the killer, before it’s too late. (Out September 15, 2026)
What early readers are saying: “This book had me laughing throughout while constantly trying to work out who had done it. Richard Osman has such a talent for creating fun, clever mysteries with characters you can’t help but enjoy. Another fantastic read!”
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