Best Fantasy Audiobooks of 2022

As one of the most enduring genres of literature, people have been using fantasy books to escape the droll of everyday life for centuries. There is nothing quite like losing yourself in new magical worlds for the first or tenth time. Whether it is a classic such as Harry Potter and The Lord of the Rings, or a volume of Game of Thrones, the genre is packed full with the types of books that define generations. We've hand-picked some of the best fantasy books of 2022 for their mesmerising execution of the iconic genre, brilliant audio production and narration. Prepare to sail through your wildest imagination and transform even the most mundane day to one filled with adventure with these 23 best fantasy audiobooks released in 2022 as selected by the Editors.
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  • The Sandman: Act III cover art

    • The Sandman: Act III

    • By: Neil Gaiman, Dirk Maggs
    • Narrated by: Neil Gaiman, James McAvoy, K.J. Apa, Kat Dennings, Shruti Haasan, David Harewood, Regé-Jean Page, Kristen Schaal, Wil Wheaton
    • Series: The Sandman, Book 3
    • Length: 11 hrs and 31 mins
    • Release date: 28-09-22
    • Language: English
    • 5 out of 5 stars 2,704 ratings
    • The Sandman: Act III
    • The extraordinary Audible Original production of The Sandman comic book series from writer Neil Gaiman is back with its third instalment, The Sandman: Act III. Again, at the helm of a jaw-dropping cast of narrators is James McAvoy voicing Morpheus, the Lord of Dreams, as he navigates through a stunning journey of taking care of family business that sometimes proves to be profoundly consequential. The spectacular 3D audio production returns with the original cast of great narrators, including Kat Dennings, Aidan Turner, and Neil Gaiman himself. With new voices added to the epic lineup, like Wil Wheaton, KJ Apa, and Shruti Haasan, this incredibly produced audiobook is a captivating and fully immersive experience of the legendary DC graphic novel that is not to be missed.

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    • Fairy Tale

    • By: Stephen King
    • Narrated by: Seth Numrich, Stephen King
    • Length: 24 hrs and 6 mins
    • Release date: 06-09-22
    • Language: English
    • 4.5 out of 5 stars 5,802 ratings
    • Fairy Tale by Stephen King
    • No one does dark fantasy books like masterful storyteller Stephen King, and Fairy Tale is a prime example of his genius. Charlie Reade is a regular seventeen-year-old boy navigating high school as an exemplary student and athlete. But underneath it all he carries the heavy load of grief caused by the tragic death of his mother when he was ten and the burden of caring for his father, who never fully recovered from the loss. But when he meets Howard Bowditch, an old hermit living at the top of a hill, and his dog Radar, his life will never be the same. Howard Bowditch has a big secret, and now, so does Charlie. Holding the keys to a portal leading to another terrifying world where good and evil are in a bitter war, Charlie and his dog will lead the battle to save that world and theirs. This stunningly written and narrated audiobook is nothing short of genius and will simultaneously keep you enthralled and terrified as you listen along.

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    • House of Sky and Breath

    • By: Sarah J. Maas
    • Narrated by: Elizabeth Evans
    • Series: Crescent City, Book 2
    • Length: 27 hrs and 42 mins
    • Release date: 15-02-22
    • Language: English
    • 5 out of 5 stars 1,813 ratings
    • House of Sky and Breath by Sarah J. Maas
    • House of Sky and Breath is the highly anticipated sequel to the number one New York Times best seller House of Earth and Blood by Sarah J. Maas. The dizzyingly sexy Crescent City series is a captivating contemporary fantasy that has captured the imaginations of millions of people, with its blend of unforgettable characters, thrilling suspense and searing romance. House of Sky and Breath takes listeners back to a city recovering from serious upheaval and their saviours, Bryce Quinlan and Hunt Athalar struggling to figure out what comes next. House of Sky and Breath is a captivating story that is further brought to life with the dazzling narration by Elizabeth Evans.

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    • He Who Fights with Monsters 5

    • A LitRPG Adventure (He Who Fights with Monsters, Book 5)
    • By: Shirtaloon, Travis Deverell
    • Narrated by: Heath Miller
    • Series: He Who Fights with Monsters, Book 5
    • Length: 20 hrs and 5 mins
    • Release date: 05-04-22
    • Language: English
    • 5 out of 5 stars 2,020 ratings
    • He Who Fights with Monsters 5
    • Jason is well into his new life as an apex hunter, but the twists and turns are still coming at him quickly. In y He Who Fights with Monsters 5, Jason discovers that his homeworld holds many more secrets and mysteries than he could have ever imagined. As his powers grow to dizzying heights, he faces challenges that are greater than ever before. The He Who Fights with Monsters 5 is the fifth instalment in this action-packed, award-winning LitRPG science fiction adventure series from Travis Deverell, also known as Shirtaloon. Prepare to become obsessed with this series and the magical world of gods and monsters.

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    • The Lost Metal

    • A Mistborn Novel
    • By: Brandon Sanderson
    • Narrated by: Michael Kramer
    • Series: The Mistborn Saga, Book 7, The Cosmere, Book 7
    • Length: 18 hrs and 46 mins
    • Release date: 15-11-22
    • Language: English
    • 5 out of 5 stars 1,442 ratings
    • The Lost Metal by Brandon Sanderson
    • The Mistborn Saga from writer Brandon Sanderson comes to a riveting conclusion with the seventh and final instalment, The Lost Metal. After years of hunting down the elusive organisation, the Set, Waxillium Ladrian is set down a new path of revenge when a stockpile of weapons bound for the Outer City of Bilming is uncovered by Detective Marasi Colms and her partner Wayne. This revelation leads to a discovery of epic proportions that threatens to plunge the planet and everyone on it into total ruin. Waxillium Ladrian must decide whether to step up and be the Sword that Harmony has trained him to be or stand by and watch as the world burns. Fans of The Mistborn Saga will listen with bated breath as the stunning conclusion of this series plays out epically.

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    • The Emperor's Finest

    • Ciaphas Cain: Warhammer 40,000, Book 7
    • By: Sandy Mitchell
    • Narrated by: Stephen Perring, Penelope Rawlins, Andrew James Spooner, Helen McAlpine
    • Series: Ciaphas Cain: Warhammer 40,000, Book 7
    • Length: 10 hrs and 14 mins
    • Release date: 15-01-22
    • Language: English
    • 5 out of 5 stars 975 ratings
    • The Emperor's Finest by Sandy Mitchell
    • Warhammer 40,000 is a famous tabletop game beloved by millions. These unabridged audiobooks are an ideal way for fans of the game to further explore the fascinating world of beasts and dark, futuristic warfare. The Emperor’s Finest is the seventh book in the Ciaphas Cain series that explores the life of Legendary Commissar Cain. Called to duty, he must save a governor’s daughter from a planet under siege, but the mission is far more than he bargained for. Genestealer hybrids, a space hulk, the Great Devourer, and stow away orks—the list seems endless. Prepare to become obsessed with the exciting world and unforgettable players of the Warhammer 40,000 series.

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    • Convergence

    • Convergence, Book 1
    • By: Craig Alanson
    • Narrated by: R.C. Bray
    • Series: Convergence, Book 1
    • Length: 16 hrs and 56 mins
    • Release date: 02-08-22
    • Language: English
    • 4.5 out of 5 stars 1,244 ratings
    • Convergence by Craig Alanson
    • Packed with his signature humour, Craig Alanson’s Convergance features mesmerising narration from award-winning audiobook narrator R. C. Bray. In the first book of this epic example of the fantasy genre, listeners are introduced to Kazimir Wolfe, 'Kaz', a man on the run for a crime he didn’t commit. Kaz is a wizard. He may be the only wizard except for the one trapped in his talking dog, Duke’s, body. As the magic world begins to emerge again, Kaz must try to stop it and stay alive. Brilliantly unique, listeners will quickly find themselves hooked on this new world of epically entertaining adventures, magic, and a mysterious talking dog.

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    • The Hunger of the Gods

    • Book Two of the Bloodsworn Saga
    • By: John Gwynne
    • Narrated by: Colin Mace
    • Series: The Bloodsworn Saga, Book 2
    • Length: 22 hrs and 57 mins
    • Release date: 14-04-22
    • Language: English
    • 5 out of 5 stars 898 ratings
    • The Hunger of the Gods by John Gwynne
    • In its second instalment, The Bloodsworn Saga by John Gwynne remains a ruthless and ferocious series chock-full of graphic action, genius world-building, and a constantly expanding cast of characters who ride the fine line of morality. This time, it goes beyond mortals struggling to cement their power, vengeance, or family. When Gods return to Vigrið, their delicate societal balance is thrown into turmoil, and its citizens clamber to find their way as their world order shifts. Orka, Elvar, and Varg are still on their missions to avenge the loss of their loved ones, even if that means fighting against a mighty God. This epic fantasy series remains a fast-paced, action-packed listen with The Hunger of the Gods is sure to keep new and old fans breathless with anticipation at what happens next.

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  • World of Warcraft: Sylvanas cover art

    • World of Warcraft: Sylvanas

    • World of Warcraft, Book 25
    • By: Christie Golden
    • Narrated by: Patty Mattson
    • Series: World of Warcraft
    • Length: 15 hrs and 38 mins
    • Release date: 29-03-22
    • Language: English
    • 4.5 out of 5 stars 323 ratings
    • World of Warcraft: Sylvanas
    • Sylvanas Windrunner may hold many titles—Ranger-General, Banshee Queen, Warchief—but most importantly, she is determined to control her destiny. However, whether she is a hero or villain is up for debate. Closer than ever to her ultimate goals, Sylvanas must work alongside the Jailer to free all Azeroth from their dark fate and, in doing so, reveal her most genuine self to her greatest adversary. World of Warcraft is one of the most popular video game franchises, and Sylvanas Windrunner is one of the most iconic and beloved characters. Writer Christie Golden mesmerisingly brings Sylvanas’s journey to life in this epic series time and time again, and World of Warcraft: Sylvanas, the 25th audiobook in the series, is no exception.

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    • Babel

    • Or the Necessity of Violence: An Arcane History of the Oxford Translators’ Revolution
    • By: R. F. Kuang
    • Narrated by: Chris Lew Kum Hoi, Billie Fulford-Brown
    • Length: 21 hrs and 45 mins
    • Release date: 01-09-22
    • Language: English
    • 4.5 out of 5 stars 1,279 ratings
    • Babel by R.F. Kuang
    • Babel is a feat of dark fantasy by R. F. Kuang, author of the award-winning The Poppy War series. It is 1836 and the Royal Institute of Translation, also known as Babel, is the prestigious centre for translation, magic, and manifestation, making the British Empire an unparalleled world superpower. It is also the driving force behind the Empire’s goal of total colonisation. Robin Swift has been groomed to one day attend the institute since he was a child, but he soon realises that as a Chinese boy raised in Britain becoming part of this movement means he will have to betray his heritage and motherland. After discovering an underground movement dedicated to thwarting these advances, Robin faces deciding which side he will stand on. Babel is a gripping look at the act of revolution and will keep listeners on the edge of their seats until the thrilling end.

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    • This Charming Man

    • Stranger Times, Book 2
    • By: C. K. McDonnell
    • Narrated by: Brendan McDonald
    • Series: The Stranger Times, Book 2
    • Length: 13 hrs and 3 mins
    • Release date: 17-02-22
    • Language: English
    • 5 out of 5 stars 1,147 ratings
    • This Charming Man by C. K. McDonnell
    • Everyone knows vampires don’t exist. So why do they keep popping up all over Manchester? Their not-so-discreet visits are particularly annoying for a few groups of people; the Founders, nor the Folk, the magical people hidden in plain sight, and the residents of Manchester who are getting murdered by an out-of-control group of creatures they always believed to be an allegory. Someone needs to get this situation under control and fast… This Charming Man is the second instalment of the hilarious and critically acclaimed The Stranger Times series from writer C. K. McDonnell. Blending mystery and urban fantasy, This Charming Man is filled with compelling characters, laugh-out-loud moments, and a fast-paced plot that It will suck listeners in from the opening lines.

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    • Gallant

    • By: V. E. Schwab
    • Narrated by: Julian Rhind-Tutt
    • Length: 7 hrs and 41 mins
    • Release date: 08-03-22
    • Language: English
    • 4 out of 5 stars 495 ratings
    • Gallant by V. E. Schwab
    • Olivia Prior is a sixteen-year-old girl who grew up in the Merilance School for Girls. With no mother, an all-but-absent father and a voice that has always eluded her, Olivia is no stranger to loss and pain. When she receives a letter from a relative she has never met summoning her to Gallant, a sprawling estate, she once again finds herself terrifyingly alone. Or is she? Beyond the estate's walls lies another ancient, magical world calling Olivia in ways she won't be able to resist—through her blood. *Gallant, the standalone novel from the award-winning writer of The Invisible Life of Addie LaRue V. E. Schwab, is a hauntingly beautiful listen listeners won't soon forget.

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    • The Atlas Six

    • Atlas, Book 1
    • By: Olivie Blake
    • Narrated by: Steve West, Siho Ellsmore, Munirih Grace, James Patrick Cronin, David Monteith, Damian Lynch, Caitlin Kelly, Andy Ingalls
    • Series: Atlas, Book 1
    • Length: 16 hrs and 51 mins
    • Release date: 03-03-22
    • Language: English
    • 3.5 out of 5 stars 401 ratings
    • The Atlas Six by Olivie Blake
    • The Atlas Six has taken social media and literary lovers by storm. Written by New York Times bestselling fantasy author Olivie Blake, it is the first instalment in what is sure to be a thrilling trilogy. The Atlas Six takes listeners deep into the extraordinary world of the Alexandrian Society. Six characters get invited to compete for a permanent spot in the secret society, an honour that promises a lifetime of unimaginable power and wealth. But only five will make it through initiation. This unique fantasy audiobook is a gripping listen that will prove impossible to pause. Listeners go deep into the world of each candidate, their extraordinary magical powers, and their complicated relationships with one another. It’s a not-to-be-missed listen full of authentic characters, powerful magic, and scenes of heart-pounding romance.

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    • Stone Blind

    • Medusa's Story
    • By: Natalie Haynes
    • Narrated by: Natalie Haynes
    • Length: 8 hrs and 41 mins
    • Release date: 15-09-22
    • Language: English
    • 4.5 out of 5 stars 567 ratings
    • Stone Blind by Natalie Haynes
    • From the critically acclaimed author of A Thousand Ships, comes a powerful retelling of the infamous Medusa, as you have never seen her before. In a family full of gods, Medusa is the only mortal and lives her life with an urgency they cannot understand. Her mortal life is changed forever when Athene directs her revenge on Medusa, for an unforgivable act committed by Poseidon. Condemned to a life of shadows and darkness, she is unable to look upon any creature without it turning to stone. Until Perseus embarks upon a fateful quest. Natalie Haynes weaves a compelling tale of what it really takes to create a monster in Stone Blind.

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    • Daughter of the Moon Goddess

    • Celestial Kingdom, Book 1
    • By: Sue Lynn Tan
    • Narrated by: Natalie Naudus
    • Series: Celestial Kingdom, Book 1
    • Length: 15 hrs and 1 min
    • Release date: 20-01-22
    • Language: English
    • 4.5 out of 5 stars 358 ratings
    • Daughter of the Moon Goddess by Sue Lynn Tan
    • Daughter of the Moon Goddess is the debut fantasy novel from Sue Lynn Tan, inspired by the magical legend of the Chinese moon goddess Chang’e. A young woman who grows up on the moon embarks on a quest to free her mother from a powerful Celestial Emperor and finds herself embroiled in a world of danger, legendary creatures and ruthless enemies. This epic fairytale is beautifully intertwined with the enchanting world of Chinese mythology to create a sweeping adventure of magic, love, loss, sacrifice, and the unmoving power of hope. Daughter of the Moon Goddess is the first title of the Celestial Kingdom series and will leave you waiting breathlessly for future instalments.

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    • Master of Furies

    • The Firemane Saga, Book 3
    • By: Raymond E. Feist
    • Narrated by: David Thorpe
    • Series: The Firemane Saga, Book 3
    • Length: 17 hrs and 25 mins
    • Release date: 09-06-22
    • Language: English
    • 4.5 out of 5 stars 246 ratings
    • Master of Furies by Raymond E. Feist
    • Raymond E. Feist's epic fantasy series The Firemane comes to a thrilling conclusion with its final instalment, Master of Furies. Marquensas has been engulfed in war, and savage raiders have slaughtered the citizens of Beran's Hill, including Declan Smith’s beloved wife, Gwen. Full of grief and devoid of hope, Declan is obsessed with the idea of tracking down and destroying the raiders. Hava has acquired a treasure ship elsewhere and won the Sea Demon’s name. These masterfully crafted storylines and more make Master of Furies an action-packed historical adventure that is more than worthy of closing out a series that will live on in listeners' minds for years to come.

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    • Book of Night

    • By: Holly Black
    • Narrated by: Sara Amini
    • Length: 12 hrs and 33 mins
    • Release date: 03-05-22
    • Language: English
    • 4 out of 5 stars 187 ratings
    • Book of Night by Holly Black
    • Best known for her stunning works of young adult fiction, writer Holly Black has made a dazzling debut in adult fantasy fiction with her magnificent novel, Book of Night. Charlie Hall is a con artist working as a bartender determined to stay far away from the underground world of shadow trading. In her world, people’s feelings and memories can be altered for everything from vanity to power grabs. But altering shadows is a dangerous game full of hidden, devastating costs. When a terrible dark figure from Charlie’s past reappears, she is determined to survive by any means possible, even if it means throwing herself into a world of murder, shadow thieves and secrets. With shadowy thieves and secret societies this audiobook is a masterful example of world-building and dark fantasy that will hook listeners.

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    • Amongst Our Weapons

    • By: Ben Aaronovitch
    • Narrated by: Kobna Holdbrook-Smith
    • Series: Rivers of London Series, Book 9
    • Length: 10 hrs and 39 mins
    • Release date: 07-04-22
    • Language: English
    • 5 out of 5 stars 3,631 ratings
    • Amongst Our Weapons by Ben Aaronovitch
    • Blending, magic, mystery and thriller, the Rivers of London series from author Ben Aaronovitch is back with its ninth riveting instalment, Amongst Our Weapons. There has been a murder inside the London Silver Vaults. With more locks than the Bank of England and an impeccable amount of surveillance cameras, the murderer has still managed to flee the scene undetected, but how? This is one case for Detective Constable Peter Grant and the Special Assessment Unit. What ensues is a tale full of mystery, London’s complex history, faraway lands and most unsettling of them all, the North. Refreshingly original and dazzlingly imaginative, this audiobook is a beautiful example of why the Rivers of London series remains so beloved worldwide.

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    • Hedgewitch

    • Spellmonger, Book 14
    • By: Terry Mancour
    • Narrated by: John Lee
    • Series: Spellmonger, Book 14
    • Length: 20 hrs and 48 mins
    • Release date: 01-02-22
    • Language: English
    • 5 out of 5 stars 594 ratings
    • Hedgewitch by Terry Mancour
    • Author Terry Mancour’s Spellmonger series has cemented itself as one of the most beloved historical fantasy series of recent times. The fourteenth audiobook in the series, Hedgewitch, catches up with Alshari Court Wizard Pentandra after she survives the third attempt on her life. After she and Kitty rescue an old woman they discover to be the lost hedgewitch who gave Pentandra a book of prophecies, she becomes their only hope for survival after the Kingdom is plunged into a violent civil war. The action-charged adventures of Pentandra only grow more exhilarating with every new audiobook, and listeners will find themselves breathless with anticipation at what awaits the world of Alshari next.

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    • The Great Hunt

    • Book Two of 'The Wheel of Time'
    • By: Robert Jordan
    • Narrated by: Rosamund Pike
    • Series: The Wheel of Time, Book 2
    • Length: 28 hrs and 23 mins
    • Release date: 02-08-22
    • Language: English
    • 5 out of 5 stars 981 ratings
    • The Great Hunt by Robert Jordan
    • Since its debut in 1990, The Wheel of Time has enthralled audiences worldwide. New recordings of the first two books in the series feature outstanding narration by the talented Rosamund Pike, who also stars in the Amazon Prime Original series as Moiraine, a powerful Aes Sedai. The Great Hunt follows Rand al’Thor and his companions as they journey to retrieve a powerful magical artefact from The Dark One’s Shadowspawn. The second title in this epic fantasy series by beloved author Robert Jordan, The Great Hunt, is a dazzlingly beautiful world reminiscent of the one initially created by Tolkien. The great storylines combined with exquisite narration elevates this spectacular story to new heights.

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