GGP Staff Picks

Mrs. Quinn's Rise to Fame

A Novel

By: Olivia Ford
Narrated by: Melanie Crawley
Length: 11 hours 11 minutes

A huge-hearted, redemptive coming-of-old-age tale, a love story, and an ode to good food

Nothing could be more out of character, but after fifty-nine years of marriage, as her husband Bernard’s health declines, and her friends' lives become focused on their grandchildren—which Jenny never had—Jenny decides she wants a little something for... Read more

In the Lives of Puppets

By: TJ Klune
Narrated by: Daniel Henning
Length: 15 hours 22 minutes

“In this robotic twist on the classic Pinocchio, a band of lovable robots and one human explore life, love, and loss, and figure out how to accept what they can't change and change what they will not accept. Read more

Solito

A Memoir

By: Javier Zamora
Narrated by: Javier Zamora
Length: 17 hours 8 minutes

“Solito follows the journey of nine-year-old Javier Zamora, a boy from El Salvador, as he attempts to cross into the United States on his own. Though Zamora is supported and loved by his family in El Salvador, they are unable to make the voyage with him, meaning that he must face the challenges and unfamiliar terrain with a group of strangers... Read more

Cleat Cute

A Novel

By: Meryl Wilsner
Narrated by: Dana Varden & Zim Avaltrades
Length: 10 hours 53 minutes

“Everything you could want in a sapphic soccer romance. Friendly competition between two neurodivergent queers turns super STEAMY in the locker room only to cool down into a thoughtful friendship with the potential for so much more. Including all the great character development you'd get from a Ted Lasso-esque show! Great Chemistry! Read more

Eastbound

By: Maylis De Kerangal
Narrated by: Jennifer Pickens
Length: 2 hours 23 minutes

In this gripping tale, a Russian conscript and a French woman cross paths on the Trans-Siberian railroad, each fleeing to the east for their own reasons

Eastbound is both an adventure story and a duet of two vibrant inner worlds.

In mysterious, winding sentences gorgeously translated by Jessica Moore, De Kerangal gives us the story of two... Read more

Palo Alto

A History of California, Capitalism, and the World

By: Malcolm Harris
Narrated by: Patrick Harrison
Length: 28 hours 19 minutes

“From The Gold Rush to Google, Harris spins a tale of greed, racism, union-busting and violence that built California and Silicon Valley. The book offers an alternate view of California and world history that many of us missed in school. Read more

The Boys in the Boat

Nine Americans and Their Epic Quest for Gold at the 1936 Berlin Olympics

By: Daniel James Brown
Narrated by: Edward Herrmann
Length: 14 hours 24 minutes

“Determined to beat the odds, nine working-class boys from the University of Washington's rowing team overcome a depressive beginning to defeat the world at Hitler's 1936 Olympic Games in Berlin. Underdogs from day one, fighting poverty and privilege along the way, this crew shocks all with their unbelievable come-from-behind effort to become... Read more

Red, White & Royal Blue

A Novel

By: Casey McQuiston
Narrated by: Ramon de Ocampo
Length: 12 hours 15 minutes

“I read this book years ago when it first came out (back in 2019) and more than a couple of time since because it's an excellent comfort read. It's romantic and so so funny. I love their banter and sexy yet incredibly tender love notes (the Prince writes some phenomenally romantic things). The supporting cast of characters is also great.... Read more

The House in the Cerulean Sea

Cerulean Chronicles: Book #1

By: TJ Klune
Narrated by: Daniel Henning
Length: 12 hours 12 minutes

“This story has me by the heart. At turns hilarious and heart-wrenching, Henning's reading does a wonderful job giving extra flavor to a text that really needs none. I could not recommend more. Read more

Listen for the Lie

A Novel

By: Amy Tintera
Narrated by: January LaVoy & Will Damron
Length: 9 hours 17 minutes

“I absolutely loved it! A gripping psychological thriller, where you're not sure until the end of who to believe or not. The protagonist is so funny in a very sarcastic way, and the plot is very well structured. I loved how the narration goes from the POV of the protagonist and the POV of the podcaster, and the sounds effect in the audio book add... Read more

The Song of Achilles

A Novel

By: Madeline Miller
Narrated by: Frazer Douglas
Length: 11 hours 14 minutes

“This is one of the best books I've ever read. Do your heart a favor and read this beautiful, tender, heartbreaking book. Read more

Sandwich

A Novel

By: Catherine Newman
Narrated by: Nan McNamara
Length: 5 hours 43 minutes

INSTANT NEW YORK TIMES BESTSELLER“Sandwich is joy in book form. I laughed continuously, except for the parts that made me cry. Catherine Newman does a miraculous job reminding us of all the wonder there is to be found in life.""—Ann Patchett, New York Times bestselling author of Tom Lake“If you like my novels, you will love love love this . . .... Read more

The Black Queen

By: Jumata Emill
Narrated by: Angel Pean & Erin Spencer
Length: 10 hours 53 minutes

“This was such a fun and twisty YA mystery. Told from two different POVs, Duchess (a Black student) and Tinsley (a white student), ultimately join forces to see if they can solve who killed Nova, the first Black homecoming queen and Duchess' best friend. This will satisfy all mystery readers and also tackles issues of structural racism, police... Read more

So Let Them Burn

The Divine Traitors: Book #1

By: Kamilah Cole
Narrated by: Keylor Leigh & Kamali Minter
Length: 11 hours 24 minutes

“THIS BOOK HAS EVERYTHING YOU WANT IN A FANTASY! Dragons - magic - awesome sisters - epic battles! Five years after Faron used divine magic to help liberate her island, she is forced to attend an international peace summit. Things go awry when her sister, Elara, bonds to a dragon from the very empire they fought for freedom less than decade ago.... Read more

A Love Song for Ricki Wilde

By: Tia Williams
Narrated by: Mela Lee & Preston Butler
Length: 11 hours 42 minutes

In this sexy modern-day fairytale from the New York Times bestselling author of Seven Days in June, a free-spirited florist and an enigmatic musician share a soul mate connection told through the history, art, and the magic of Harlem.

The daughter of a powerful Atlanta dynasty, Ricki Wilde is the opposite of her famous socialite sisters. In her... Read more

The Women

A Novel

By: Kristin Hannah
Narrated by: Julia Whelan & Kristin Hannah
Length: 14 hours 56 minutes

“Kristin Hannah’s latest book, The Women, will garner her a whole legion of new readers. This historical fiction set during the Vietnam War is based on the story of a young nurse stationed at the front lines. Raw, powerful, and compelling. Read more

Summer Romance

By: Annabel Monaghan
Narrated by: Kristen DiMercurio
Length: 8 hours 27 minutes

“Summer Romance by Annabel Monaghan was a fun summer read. About a recently separated mother of three, struggling with the loss of her mother, who decides to put on pants after years of wearing sweatpants, and meets a guy at the dog park. Read more

The Guncle Abroad

THE GUNCLE: Book #2

By: Steven Rowley
Narrated by: Steven Rowley
Length: 9 hours 48 minutes

“Guncle fans rejoice: this sequel brings back all the wry humor, miscommunication, grief, and joy of connection. Patrick’s brother’s impending marriage reunites the family, even as threatens to split them apart. A reader's delight. Read more

The Heiress

A Novel

By: Rachel Hawkins
Narrated by: Dan Bittner, Eliza Foss, John Pirhalla & Patti Murin
Length: 8 hours 20 minutes

“The story of Ruby McTavish Callahan Woodward Miller Kenmore (yes, she has had 5 last names!) and her family is irresistible. Set in the fall of 2023, ten years after her death, we learn about Ruby being kidnapped, married (and widowed) four times, and the adoption of her son, Camden. This story, narrated by Dan Bittner, Eliza Foss, John Pirhalla... Read more

Happiness Falls (Good Morning America Book Club)

A Novel

By: Angie Kim
Narrated by: Shannon Tyo, Sean Patrick Hopkins, Thomas Pruyn & Angie Kim
Length: 13 hours 3 minutes

“This is a very satisfying read for anyone who likes mysteries and family dynamics. A father has gone missing and the only witness to his disappearance is his non-verbal autistic son. In trying to find their father the family is forced to consider their own biases and assumptions about their autistic brother/son. Happiness Falls is as much about... Read more