Audiobook Picks: What Will You Listen to This February 2026?

Read by Angel Pean and Ashley J. Hobbs

A LibraryReads Pick!

“Jones, whose previous novel, An American Marriage, was an Oprah’s Book Club pick, is back with a tender love song to southern Black families, communities, and female friendships. . . Jones deftly conveys the nuances of Southern Black culture in this novel full of depth, pain, and beauty.”—Booklist, starred review

Read by Travis Baldree and Jeff Hays

#1 LibraryReads Pick!

“Dinniman skillfully cloaks several current-day issues, such as swatting, genocide, othering, and concerns about AI, in this captivating futuristic read.”—Booklist, starred review

Read by Kristen Sieh

A LibraryReads Hall of Fame Pick!

“In this story about relationships, familial and chosen, warm and difficult, the characters are rendered tenderly but realistically. Quindlen’s writing makes the plot flow smoothly. VERDICT Highly recommended for all public library collections. Quindlen’s slice-of-life tale will appeal to general fiction readers and especially to book club members.”—Library Journal, starred review

Read by Max Meyers and Brittany Pressley

A LibraryReads Hall of Fame Pick!

“Fans of Borison’s previous outings will be excited to delve into this warm winter-hug of a novel.”—Booklist

Read by Genevieve Cocke

A LibraryReads Hall of Fame Pick!

“Fawcett’s follow-up to the Emily Wilde novels is completely different in tone but just as charming, featuring a competent heroine, a powerful but slightly clueless hero, richly drawn side characters (both human and feline), and a 1920s Montreal setting that feels timeless. Readers who liked the sweet, cat-based The Full Moon Coffee Shop by Mai Mochizuki will be enchanted.”—Booklist, starred review

Read by Eric Mok and Alexandra Boulton

“Its blend of romance, magic, and secrets will likely captivate those who enjoy character-driven YA fantasy with an element of forbidden love.”—School Library Journal

Read by January LaVoy

“On its surface, this Toy Story–esque tale is a gentle fantasy-adventure with a dash of mystery, but Applegate adds layers that give the story meaningful depth. The history of teddy bears is deftly stitched into the narrative, and the echoes of war quietly reverberate through the tale in unexpected ways.”—Booklist, starred review

Read by the Author

“Undoubtedly, this will be a hit for storytimes in libraries hoping to advertise what they bring to the table in the twenty-first century, while instilling all the joy.”—Booklist