Unless you’ve been living under a rock, you’ve probably heard of Audible; Amazon’s one-stop-shop for audiobooks. But now, the world’s biggest digital audiobook provider has a brand new subscription plan called Audible Plus.
In this article, I’ll explain what Audible Plus is all about. I’ll also show you how to access the new Audible Plus catalog for free so that you can decide if a subscription is right for you. Plus, I’ll share my top 7 audiobook picks available in the Audible Plus catalog right now.
At a Glance: Our Top Pick up for the 7 Audiobooks from the 2024 Audible Plus Catalog
- 1984 by George Orwell, narrated by Simon Prebble
- Caffeine: How Caffeine Created the Modern World, written and narrated by Michael Pollan
- Agent 355 by Marie Benedict, narrated by Emily Rankin
- The Sisters by Dervla McTiernan, narrated by Aoife McMahon
- The Book Woman of Troublesome Creek by Kim Michele Richardson, narrated by Katie Schorr
- The Man Who Knew the Way to the Moon by Todd Zwillich, narrated by Todd Zwillich and Angelo Di Loreto
- Tinaca Jones by Matt Boren, narrated by Matt Boren, Retta, and Stephanie Lemelin
What is Audible Plus?
Audible Plus is a bit like Kindle Unlimited, except instead of e-books, it’s all about audiobooks.
Amazon first announced the plan’s arrival in August 2020, and since then, it’s become one of the most popular ways listeners access audiobooks through Audible.
There are two subscription tiers available; Audible Plus and Audible Premium Plus.
An Audible Plus plan gives you unlimited access to over 68,000 hours of content, including best-selling audiobook titles, Audible Originals, podcasts, meditation courses, and sleep tracks.
With an Audible Premium Plus plan, you get all of the above, along with one extra bestselling, new release title every month, which is yours to download and keep forever.
Whichever plan you choose, all Audible Plus members have full, unlimited access to the Audible Plus catalog, where you can listen to as many audiobooks as you like.
What is The Audible Plus Catalog?
The Audible Plus catalog contains over 11,000 audiobooks spanning pretty much every genre imaginable, from mysteries and thrillers to romance, comedy, and fantasy. There’s also a great range of kid’s books to explore too.
It’s updated each week, with new titles being added all the time. But these regular updates mean there’s no guarantee that an audiobook will stay in the Audible Plus catalog for long, so if you see something you like, it’s best to start listening straight away, so you don’t miss your chance to access it for free.
Is Audible Plus Worth the Money?
That all depends on your preferences. The best way to decide if it’s worth the subscription fee is to head on over to the Audible Plus catalog using the instructions above and have a browse of the audiobooks on offer for yourself.
That being said, if you’re looking for some listening inspiration, I’ve got you covered. Here’s a list of my top 7 audiobook picks available in the Audible Plus catalog right now.
| IMAGE | PRODUCT | FEATURES | Price |
|---|---|---|---|
 | 1984 by George Orwell | •Audible release date: May 31, 2021 •Listening Length: 10 hours and 30 minutes •George Orwell (Author) | Visit The Store |
 | Caffeine: How Caffeine Created the Modern World | •Audible release date: January 30, 2020 •Listening Length: 2 hours and 2 minutes •Michael Pollan (Author) | Visit The Store |
 | Agent 355 by Marie Benedict | •Publication date: July 2, 2020 •Listening Length: 2 hours and 7 minutes: •Marie Benedict (Author) | Visit The Store |
 | The Sisters by Dervla McTiernan | •Audible release date: September 5, 2019 •Listening Length: 3 hours and 8 minutes •Dervla McTiernan (Author) | Visit The Store |
 | The Book Woman of Troublesome Creek by Kim Michele Richardson | •Audible release date: May 7, 2019 •Listening Length: 9 hours and 26 minutes •Kim Michele Richardson (Author) | Visit The Store |
 | The Man Who Knew the Way to the Moon by Todd Zwillich | •Audible release date: July 4, 2019 •Listening Length: 3 hours and 32 minutes •Todd Zwillich (Author) | Visit The Store |
 | Tinaca Jones by Matt Boren | •Audible release date: January 2, 2020 •Listening Length: 2 hours and 2 minutes •Matt Boren (Author) | Visit The Store |
1. 1984 by George Orwell, Narrated by Simon Prebble
This is a brand new, unabridged recording of George Orwell’s classic dystopian novel, 1984.
Voice actor Simon Pebble takes us on a journey into a totalitarian future, where the all-seeing Big Brother dominates civilization. Privacy and autonomy are a thing of the past, and instead, citizens are constantly monitored by the government’s vast network of sinister agencies.
Protagonist Winston Smith can’t remember a time before this nightmare new world, but inside, he still longs for truth and freedom. Yet in a world where Big Brother is always watching, and even a flicker of dissent across his face could get him killed, he’ll have to tread very carefully indeed.
2. Caffeine: How Caffeine Created the Modern World, written and narrated by Michael Pollan
This bestselling Audible Original from author and journalist Michael Pollan takes a deep dive into the fascinating and little-known history of caffeine.
From its initial discovery in a forgotten corner of East Africa, it took less than a century for caffeine to become the most widely used drug in the world. It changed the course of human history, creating and ending wars, dominating politics, and transforming economies in every continent.
This is a book that will forever change the way you think about your morning cup of coffee.
3. Agent 355 by Marie Benedict, narrated by Emily Rankin
The bestselling author of Lady Clementine and The Only Woman in the Room brings us a fascinating historical fiction story set during the Revolutionary War.
It follows the incredible story of Elizabeth Morris, a young, up-and-coming female spy. At only 18 years old, Elizabeth begins using her anonymity to gather top secret information from British enemy ranks. Soon, she finds herself working for General George Washington in the top-secret Culper Ring, playing a role that will forever change the course of American history.
4. The Sisters by Dervla McTiernan, Narrated by Aoife McMahon
This gripping Audible Original thriller is the prequel to McTiernan’s bestselling novel, The Ruin.
Set ten years before the events in that book, a young and ambitious Carrie Ryan is only just beginning her career as a Dublin police detective. As a woman, she struggles to prove herself in the ‘boys club’ of the police force, so when she stumbles across crucial evidence in an ongoing murder case, she sees it as a golden opportunity to finally rise through the ranks.
But when all signs point to a guilty verdict, can Carrie prove the suspect is innocent? Or has she crossed a line she can never uncross?
5. The Book Woman of Troublesome Creek by Kim Michele Richardson, narrated by Katie Schorr
Kim Michele Richardson’s fascinating, unabridged novel takes us on a journey to an impoverished corner of Kentucky known as Troublesome Creek. Though the townsfolk lack the basic tools of survival, thanks to the town’s traveling librarian, Cussy Mary, one thing they do have an abundance of is books.
But Cussy is the last remaining member of the blue-skinned tribe, and the locals still hold a deep-seated prejudice against her and her people. If she’s to succeed in bringing the joy of reading to these forgotten hills, she’ll have to get past their misplaced hatred first.
6. The Man Who Knew the Way to the Moon by Todd Zwillich, narrated by Todd Zwillich and Angelo Di Loreto
This is the true story of John C. Houbolt, the forgotten hero of the Apollo 11 mission that first put a man on the moon.
While the heads of NASA were stuck on the idea of a single massive lunar bound spacecraft, Houbolt had a different and ultimately better idea; the Lunar Orbit Rendezvous. His plan would see not one, but two spacecraft make the long journey to the moon, linking in orbit at speeds of over 3,600 miles per hour.
For a long time, his extravagant plan was shot down and ridiculed by both NASA and the public, but Houbolt was never one to give up without a fight. Instead, he lobbied tirelessly for his idea to become a reality, and eventually, he went on to make history.
7. Tinaca Jones by Matt Boren, narrated by Matt Boren, Retta, and Stephanie Lemelin
This hilarious, drama-filled audiobook stars Parks and Recreation actress Retta as the protagonist, Tinaca Jones.
Tinaca’s unique name has been passed down through generations of strong women, but this Tinaca intends to shine bright, all on her own.
She works day after day as a grocery cashier, but by night, she’s slowly transforming herself into a household name. She works tirelessly to launch her lifestyle brand and encourage other women to follow her lead in living an intentional and fabulous life.
But not everyone is supportive of Tinaca’s tenacity, including blonde bimbo Kelly Smith, who steals Tinaca’s name to propel her own shallow success.
But Tinaca is built of stronger stuff, and she won’t let anyone shatter her dreams or rob her of her own, hard-earned identity. Kelly has messed with the wrong woman, and karma is about to bite her in the ass.
What’s the Catch?
Audible Plus is a great way to access audiobooks for less, but there are a few caveats you need to know about.
While there are no caps on the number of books you can enjoy from the Audible Plus catalog, they aren’t yours to keep forever. Instead, the catalog acts as a kind of library, where you borrow rather than buy. So if you cancel your subscription, you’ll also be canceling your access to those audiobooks.
It’s also worth mentioning that while the Audible Plus catalog has plenty of top titles to choose from, they’re generally not current bestsellers. To access those, you’ll still need to use your Audible credits or buy them outright.
What Audiobooks are Available in the Audible Plus Catalogue?
While I’d love to give you a full list of everything available in the Audible Plus catalog, there’s not enough room to list all 11,000+ titles here. And since they change all the time, the only real way to find out what’s on offer is to browse the catalog yourself.
But don’t worry; you don’t need to be an Audible Plus member to access the entire catalog. In fact, you don’t even need an Amazon account. Simply head on over to the official website using this link and select the ‘Plus Catalogue’ checkbox from the menu on the left-hand side.
Now, you’ll be able to browse every book in the Audible Plus catalog, so you can see if it’s worth signing up for a subscription.
You can also see a complete list of newly added audiobooks by clicking on this link.
If you’re already an Audible Plus member, there’s an even easier way to see which titles are part of the Audible Plus catalog, and therefore, completely free to listen to. Just lookout for the orange “included” tag on the cover image of each book.
You can also use the Audible app to search the Audible Plus catalog by selecting the ‘included in your membership’ tab in the search options.
Conclusion
Audible Plus is a great way to access more incredible audiobook titles for less. But before you sign up, be sure to check out the full Audible Plus catalog to find out if it’s worth the subscription fee. You can browse the entire catalog for free without even logging into your Amazon account using the instructions above.
And don’t forget, you can also try out Audible Plus for a full 30 days, free of charge, before you commit.
Have you found any amazing titles in the Audible Plus catalog recently? I’d love to hear your recommendations, so drop me a comment in the box below!