My Current Audible Lineup: Learning, Reflection, and a Little Soul

This morning, I was listening to "Slow Hands"—a song that feels both sultry and fun—and thinking about all the good listening I have lined up. Audible has become one of my favorite companions. Whether I’m walking, working out, driving, or just relaxing at home, I love having a book in my ears.

At night, or when I am out dining solo, I lean toward fiction on my Kindle, or I might listen to a podcast on Spotify. But Audible? That’s where I dive into learning, growth, and reflection. Here’s my current list—it will definitely take me some time to get through, but I’m excited about each one.

Wrapping Up

• The Anxious Generation by Jonathan Haidt

  
  

  A thoughtful look at how smartphones and social media are shaping children and young adults, and what we can do to reclaim healthier development.

Up Next

• Poems & Prayers by Matthew McConaughey

  
  

  I think Matthew McConaughey is beyond cool, and I loved Greenlights, so I am looking forward to getting started on this one! A soulful and creative collection of prayers, poems, and reflections from one of Hollywood’s most unique storytellers.

• Man’s Search for Meaning by Viktor Frankl

  
  

  A powerful memoir from a Holocaust survivor and psychiatrist, reflecting on finding purpose even in the darkest of times.

• Mere Christianity by C.S. Lewis

  
  

  A classic work exploring the foundations of Christian belief in a way that is simple, logical, and profoundly moving.

• Doctrine: What Christians Should Believe by Mark Driscoll

  
  

  A guide through core Christian teachings, written to help believers understand and live their faith with confidence.

• 1984 by George Orwell

  
  

  A dystopian novel about government surveillance, truth, and freedom—still as haunting and relevant today as when it was written.

• Brave New World by Aldous Huxley

  
  

  Another classic dystopia, envisioning a future shaped by pleasure, technology, and control at the cost of individuality.

• I Don’t Have Enough Faith to Be an Atheist by Norman L. Geisler & Frank Turek

  
  

  A work of Christian apologetics that argues belief in God is not only reasonable but the most rational explanation of the world.

• The Federalist Papers by Alexander Hamilton, James Madison, and John Jay

  
  

  Essays defending the U.S. Constitution, full of insight into liberty, government, and human nature.

• Good to Great by Jim Collins

  
  

  A business and leadership classic about what makes companies—and leaders—move beyond average to truly great.

• The Conservative Mind by Russell Kirk

  
  

  A foundational text tracing the development of conservative thought, philosophy, and tradition in the modern world.

• The Road to Serfdom by Friedrich Hayek

  
  

  A powerful argument against totalitarianism and central planning, and for the preservation of freedom.

• The Book That Made Your World by Vishal Mangalwadi

  
  

  An examination of how the Bible has shaped Western civilization’s values, freedoms, and institutions.

• Dopamine Nation by Anna Lembke

  
  

  A modern exploration of addiction, pleasure, and how to find balance in a world of constant stimulation.

• Stop in the Name of God by Charlie Kirk (preordered, releases December 9, 2025)

  
  

  An upcoming book that promises to address faith, culture, and conviction in today’s world. Once this book is released, it will move to the top of my list to begin listening straight away!

Ongoing Companions

Alongside this lineup, I keep two enduring works on slow rotation:

• The Bible (Various Authors)

  
  

  Arguably, humanity's most important book, and one I have begun returning to again and again.

  
  

• Meditations by Marcus Aurelius

  
  

  The Roman emperor’s timeless reflections on self-discipline, humility, and living a meaningful life.

And then there are my beloved coffee table books—on Italy, Paris, art, vocabulary, and astronomy. They’re not just books; they’re little journeys I take whenever I need inspiration. I love picking one up after a lovely meal on my patio, with morning coffee, or while watching the sunset paint the sky. Those quiet moments, turning glossy pages filled with beauty, are as soul-nourishing as any audiobook.

Honey Note:

Music has always spoken to me—not just the melody, but the words. I lean in close to the lyrics because meaning matters. Maybe that’s why I surround myself with books, too. They aren’t only stories or voices in my ear; they are companions for the road, teachers when I need wisdom, and mirrors that gently show me who I’m becoming. I like to keep it varied—some serious, some playful, some spiritual, and some simply for beauty. Each one buzzes through my mind like a honeybee, leaving behind a trace of sweetness—a little golden fingerprint on my heart.

💛🐝With love, curiosity, and always a good book in hand,

Honey

PS: I think books and songs weave together beautifully—both carry us into new worlds, remind us of who we are, and challenge us to grow. That’s why I love building playlists and book lists side by side. One sets the mood, the other feeds the mind.