Books That Were Made Into Movies

What do blockbuster films like Divergent, The Hunt for Red October, and The Godfather have in common? Before they were hit movies they were all bestselling novels. Popular works of fiction have long been one of Hollywood's go-to sources for new movie ideas. Additionally many critically acclaimed motion pictures were originally inspired by short stories and novellas. Great examples include The Shawshank Redemption (a wonderful adaptation of Stephen King's novella "Rita Hayworth and Shawshank Redemption"), A Christmas Story (adapted from Jean Shepherd's short story "Red Ryder Nails the Hammond Kid"), and Brokeback Mountain (from the short story of the same name by Annie Proulx). And while many books do indeed translate well to the big screen, most readers readily recognize that the books often allow for a greater level of detail and more nuanced storytelling than movies and television shows can convey. And audiobooks make experiencing these great titles exceedingly easy and convenient - especially for those who are constantly on the go or for those readers who struggle with learning disabilities. An additional strength offered by audiobooks is that a skilled narrator can truly bring a great story to life.

Our immense audiobook collection contains a wide variety of titles across all categories and genres that went on to become popular films and TV movies. Browse the selection on this page to see some great examples and find the perfect audio book to add to your library.

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Behind Her Eyes: A Suspenseful Psychological Thriller Audibook, by Sarah Pinborough

The Tender Bar: A Memoir Audibook, by J. R. Moehringer

Vampire Academy Audibook, by Richelle Mead

Mortal Engines Audibook, by Philip Reeve

The Cabin at the End of the World: A Novel Audibook, by Paul Tremblay

Nomadland: Surviving America in the Twenty-First Century Audibook, by Jessica Bruder

The Importance of Being Earnest Audibook, by Oscar Wilde

Alita: Battle Angel: The Official Movie Novelization Audibook, by Pat Cadigan

Cherry: A novel Audibook, by Nico Walker

A Naked Singularity Audibook, by Sergio De La Pava

Maid: Hard Work, Low Pay, and a Mother's Will to Survive Audibook, by Stephanie Land

Nightflyers Audibook, by George R. R. Martin

The Case of the Missing Marquess Audibook, by Nancy Springer

Don't Worry, He Won't Get Far on Foot Audibook, by John Callahan

The Queen’s Gambit Audibook, by Walter Tevis

Red, White & Royal Blue: A Novel Audibook, by Casey McQuiston

The Chestnut Man: A Novel Audibook, by Søren Sveistrup

Abraham Lincoln: Vampire Hunter: Vampire Hunter Audibook, by Seth Grahame-Smith

Presumed Innocent: Booktrack Edition Audibook, by Scott Turow

Winter's Bone: A Novel Audibook, by Daniel Woodrell

Two Kisses for Maddy: A Memoir of Loss & Love Audibook, by Matthew Logelin

Middle School, The Worst Years of My Life Audibook, by James Patterson

Long Walk to Freedom: The Autobiography of Nelson Mandela Audibook, by Nelson Mandela

Daughter of Smoke & Bone Audibook, by Laini Taylor

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