There's a fantastic selection of new audiobooks out this month, with big name narrators to match. Whether you are in the mood to escape real life or learn more, here are our picks of the best listens this September...
Swan Song: Diana, My Sister by Charles Spencer
Charles Spencer himself narrates this moving, intimate portrait of his sister which recalls their close relationship from childhood, through her marriage and her tragic death.
Our Noble Selves by Kate Atkinson
Rupert Perry-Jones, from Silk and Spooks, reads this witty new historical novel about the Festival of Britain by the bestselling author of Life After Life. 9 hours and 57 minutes
Cold Sunset by William Boyd
The latest spy novel from the author of Any Human Heart is a thrilling story set in 1960s Moscow, which mixes action with human emotion. The narrator is George Blagden, an actor best-known for his role in Louis XIV in TV series Versailles. 8 hours 42 minutes
We Chase Shadows by Richard Osman
Osman's retirns with more capers with the crime-fighting trio he inyrouduced readers to in We Solve Murders. The always-excellent Nicola Walker - of The Split and Spooks - narrates. 11 hours
The Housekeeper by Rose Tremain
This new novel from the author of Absolutely & Forever is based on Daphne Du Maurier's classic, Rebecca, and fictionalises the time Du Maurier spent at a grand mansion in Cornwall researching the book. It's narrated by Catriona Balfe who stars in the upcoming film adaptation.
The Golden Hours by Louisa Young
This sequel to The Cazalet Chronicles by Elizabeth Jane Howard is written by Howard’s niece, author Louisa Young and is a complete joy. Actress Indra Varma brings warmth and emotion to the audiobook. 13 hours and 25 minutes
Make Me Well by Xand Van Tulleken
In this fascinating non-fiction book, doctor and broadcaster Xand Van Tulleken exposes the truths about some of the wellness industries most popular trends, including what and doesn't when it comes to supplements and vitamins, whether at-home blood testing and personalised health plans are worth the cost and how wearable technology (fitness trackers, sleep trackers, smartwatches) shapes our behaviour. Narrated by Xand and his twin brother Chris. 13 hours and 17 minutes
Kings And Queens by Lucy Worsley
The queen of royal history reads this quirly and engrossing guide to the rulers who have shaped Britain over the last thousand years with her usual signature enthusiasm and warmth. 13 hours and 40 minutes
See Xand Van Tulleken at this year's Good Housekeeping Live x Country Living Market on 14 November. As well as the chance to get a head start on your present buying at the artisan Christmas market, the show is packed with celebrity talks, food demonstrations, craft workshops and more... Tickets are selling out fast so buy yours now!
