Audiobooks for Your Solo Night In
By Gracie Marcellus
Summer can be heavy on socializing and evenings “on the town,” and as September rolls along, I’m finding myself craving more solo time to recharge and refresh. To that end, here are a few audiobooks that make for excellent pairings for all your solo night activities, whether you’re crafting, fall cleaning, or relaxing on the couch.
My favorite thing to do on the weekends at night is pick up a burger on my block and pair it with a glass of wine. What better way to learn about wine than while sipping it? With the help of Wine. All the Time., a humorous take on how the author’s blog on wine changed her life, you’ll be able to dive confidently into wine culture!
When I’m sick of my television screen on a solo night in, I love binge-able listens that have been adapted for the screen such as Little Fires Everywhere by Celeste Ng. If you’re feeling nostalgic for the 90s and love a not-so-picture-perfect family drama, this one is for you. Pro tip: it‘s fun to picture the Hulu adaptation stars Reese Witherspoon and Kerry Washington in your mind as the leading ladies.
Do you remember where you were that summer ten years ago? Are you nostalgic about trips gone by? Or that toxic friendship you had to let go of? Roll out your yoga mat, it’s time to do Pilates while listening to one of my favorite novels to date: Before We Were Innocent.
Have you ever wanted to become unreachable while on a solo night in? Hide under your covers or pick up your favorite coloring book and discover the consequences of becoming invisible in the wistful coming-of-age story These Bodies Between Us by Sarah Van Name.
When I need to take a break from blasting September by Earth, Wind, and Fire in my kitchen, I listen to Instructions for Dancing by Nicola Yoon. Meal-prepping to a story that makes you want to believe in love again is the vibe we all need.
Scaredy cats beware: this enemies-to-lovers thriller gave me nightmares. Girls Who Burn is my pick for back-to-September cleaning. If you’re craving a pulse-pounding summer of secrets, privilege, and murder, press play while you vacuum
And finally, back to beverages. Sweetbitter was written over a seven-year period and has aged like fine wine. It’s a coming-of-age story with a 22-year-old protagonist and, since I also happen to be 22, I felt this audiobook was the perfect company for my solo night in!
