It’s no surprise that books can mimic what it’s like to listen to a podcast, and that’s the focus of this list of twelve books that are similar to podcasts. These books for podcast listeners each translate podcast styles, formats, and focuses into engrossing stories. Both nonfiction and fiction alike, the books in this list are engaging narratives that read like podcasts. Across six categories, these books represent a variety of podcast formats and styles, from twisty thrillers to oral histories to true crime and everything in between. If you love podcasts, chances are you’ll enjoy these books, too.

If You Like History Podcasts…

If You Like True Crime Podcasts…

If You Like Paranormal and Supernatural Podcasts…

If You Like Psychology and Sociology Podcasts…

If You Like Politics and Current Events Podcasts…

If You Like Arts and Pop Culture Podcasts…

For more podcasts, check out podcast coverage on Book Riot:

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And be sure to listen to Book Riot’s own podcasts.

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