10 Audiobooks to Listen to While You Walk Your Dog

July 20, 2016

3 minute read

The sun is shining and Fido has been itching for more time outside. It may not seem like a recipe for reading bliss, but a good audiobook will give you the perfect reason to take him for that extra lap around the block. Here are ten audiobooks to listen to while you walk your dog. Click on the titles to hear excerpts from Macmillan Audio.

Outfoxed by David Rosenfelt: Rosenfelt’s latest once again features defense lawyer Andy Carpenter who is now facing danger thanks to a new dog getting tangled up with a new client. This one will make you appreciate the simple life of your pup. You can purchase the book on Amazon, Barnes & Noble, Indiebound, Audible, and iTunes.
First Strike by Ben Coes: Elite operative Dewey Andreas is up against ISIS in this fast-paced thriller that will have you questioning whether your heart is racing from Fluffy’s run or from the suspense. You can purchase the book on Amazon, Barnes & Noble, Indiebound, Audible, and iTunes.
James Herriot’s Favorite Dog Stories: Good for anyone in the family, this special collection about dogs great and small will bring you to laughter and tears no matter how short your walk. You can purchase the book on Amazon, Barnes & Noble, Indiebound, Audible, and iTunes.
The Weekenders by Mary Kay Andrews: You may be walking your normal route, but this summer listen will transport you to idyllic Belle Isle, North Carolina where Riley Griggs is facing a less than idyllic situation. You can purchase the book on Amazon, Barnes & Noble, Indiebound, Audible, and iTunes.
Midnight Plan of the Repo Man by W. Bruce Cameron: Ruddy McCann is hearing the voice of a dead man urging him to find his murderer in this novel, but at least he has his best friend, Bassett hound Jake by his side. Listen to his struggles with your own best four-legged friend. You can purchase the book on Amazon, Barnes & Noble, Indiebound, Audible, and iTunes.
Redemption Road by John Hart: Leave your typical street and find yourself on Redemption Road. Narrator Scott Shepherd will hold you captivated in this literary thriller brimming with tension, secrets, and betrayal. You can purchase the book on Amazon, Barnes & Noble, Indiebound, Audible, and iTunes.
I’ve Got Sand In All The Wrong Places by Lisa Scottoline and Francesca Serritella: Mother-daughter duo (and dog lover extraordinaires!) Scottoline and Francesca narrate these warm and witty essays making it feel like you’ve got old friends along for the walk. You can purchase the book on Amazon, Barnes & Noble, Indiebound, Audible, and iTunes.
The Dog Who Saved Me by Susan Wilson: This heartwarming novel, narrated by Rick Adamson, Fred Berman, and Jeff Gurner, celebrates what you already know – a good dog is the best medicine. You can purchase the book on Amazon, Barnes & Noble, Indiebound, Audible, and iTunes.
Quench Your Own Thirst by Jim Koch: Take Jim Koch, founder of The Boston Beer Company, on the walk with you and your dog and make the journey an educational one as Koch shares his life story and business advice. You can purchase the book on Amazon, Barnes & Noble, Indiebound, Audible, and iTunes.
The Star-Touched Queen by Roshani Chokshi: Tired of looking at the same mailboxes day in and day out? Replace your neighborhood with visions of a fantasy land steeped in Indian folklore and mythology that you won’t soon forget. You can purchase the book on AmazonAudible, Amazon, Barnes & Noble, Indiebound, Audible, and iTunes.