Top 6 Audiobooks to Listen to in the Bath
Top 6 Audiobooks to Listen to in the Bath
After a long day, there’s nothing quite like enjoying a hot, relaxing bath. If you’re someone who likes to keep themselves entertained during bath time, put down that iPad, remove your preciously placed phone from the water’s edge and ask yourself: have you ever tried listening to an audiobook?
When life gets busy, it’s hard to make time to really become invested in a story. Listening to an audiobook in the bath is the perfect opportunity to kick back and escape into another world. Here are our top 6 audiobooks from across each genre to listen to in the bath. Lay back, relax and get ready to unwind.
- Dune
Author: Frank Herbert
Category: Science Fiction
This award winning novel will forever be considered a triumph of the imagination. Frequently described as the best-selling science fiction novel in history, Dune follows the story of an intergalactic feud between two ruling houses. Set on the desert planet of Arrakis in the year 10191, this is a must-listen for cult sci-fi fanatics.
- Becoming
Author: Michelle Obama
Category: Biographies and Memoirs
Narrated by Michelle herself, Becoming invites listeners into the former first lady’s world. From her childhood in the South Side of Chicago, motherhood, and her time at the world’s most famous address, this deeply personal memoir is a truly inspiring listen.
- Harry Potter and the Philosopher’s Stone
Author: J.K Rowling
Category: Children’s Audiobooks
Even though it’s in the kids category, this magical tale provides comfort and escapism to listeners of all ages. Narrated by Stephen Fry, Harry Potter and the Philosopher’s Stone is the first book in the classic Harry Potter series. Harry, a young wizard living at Privet Drive, is invited to attend Hogwarts School of Witchcraft and Wizardry where his adventure begins.
- The Couple at No. 9
Author: Claire Douglas
Category: Mystery, Thriller & Suspense, Mystery
This heart-pounding novel from Sunday Times best-selling author Claire Douglas is sure to keep you on edge. The Couple at No. 9 follows the story of pregnant Saffron Cutler who discovers two bodies under the patio of her new home renovation. Forensics indicate the bodies have been buried for at least 30 years – but is Saffy still in danger?
- Why Has Nobody Told Me This Before?
Author: Dr Julie Smith
Category: Health & Wellness, Psychology & Mental Health
Dr Julie Smith, clinical psychologist and online sensation, brings expert advice and skills for all of life’s ups and downs. Filled with secrets from a therapist’s toolkit, you can listen to any section of the audiobook you need depending on the challenge you’re facing. Learn powerful coping techniques for finding motivation, dealing with criticism, building self-confidence and more.
- Bridgerton: An Offer from a Gentleman
Author: Julia Quinn
Category: Romance, Historical
Recently recreated as a series for Netflix, this is the third novel in the beloved and globally best-selling Bridgerton family. This novel follows the story of Sophie Beckett who sneaks into Lady Bridgerton’s famed masquerade ball after being relegated to the role of a servant by her stepmother. Sophie never dreamt that she would meet her ‘Prince Charming’ at the ball - debonair Benedict Bridgerton.
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