A week-long festival of storytelling, voice talent, and behind-the-scenes magic – June 16–19, 2025
This Audiobook Month, EveryLibrary invites readers, listeners, and library lovers everywhere to experience the power of storytelling in a new way with the Audiobook Week Festival, streaming live from June 16–19, 2025. Hosted on Facebook Live and YouTube Live, this celebratory series of events will spotlight award-winning authors, dynamic narrators, and the creative teams behind your favorite audiobooks.
From thrilling crime novels and immersive historical fiction to true crime and cutting-edge audio productions, this year’s EveryLibrary Live! festival gives audiences front-row access to the artistry and emotion that fuel the booming world of audiobooks.
“We created this festival to help shift the conversation from censorship to celebration,” said John Chrastka, Executive Director of EveryLibrary. “Audiobooks are more than just a format; they’re a powerful way for people to connect with stories and each other. We’re proud to bring together publishers, producers, authors, and narrators who are expanding the culture of reading through sound.”
Festival Highlights Include:
- Monday, June 16 @ 8pm EDT Lisa Gardner and narrator Hillary Huber discuss “Still See You Everywhere,” sponsored by Hachette.
- Watch on Facebook Live | Watch on YouTube Live
- Tuesday, June 17 @ 7pm EDT: Amy Shojai discusses her audiobook thriller “Play or Pay,” sponsored by ALLi.
- Facebook | YouTube
- 9pm EDT: Janet Skeslien Charles shares her cinematic audio-first sequel “The Parisian Chapter,” sponsored by Simon & Schuster.
- Facebook Live | YouTube Live
- Wednesday, June 18 @7pm EDT: Mary Jumbelic, M.D. and producer Mary Catherine Jones talk about “Final Words,” sponsored by The Audiobook Experience.
- Facebook | YouTube
- 9pm EDT: Andrew Eakett & Alex Comb and producers Iris McElroy & Juan Garcia Ticoulat share the making of “Trans History,” sponsored by Penguin Random House.
- Facebook Live | YouTube Live
- Thursday, June 19 @ 8pm EDT – Jason Reynolds headlines the closing night with the premiere of his new full-cast audiobook Soundtrack, from Penguin Random House.
- Facebook Live | YouTube Live
More than Just Panels
The festival offers an insider look at audiobook production, from casting and sound design to author-narrator collaboration, courtesy of featured sponsors including Penguin Random House, Hachette Book Group, Simon & Schuster, Author’s Republic, and the Alliance of Independent Authors (ALLi).
All sessions are free to attend and available to stream live or on-demand. Discover the voices behind the stories and celebrate the format that brings books to life for millions.
Join the Celebration
Watch live or catch up later:
EveryLibrary’s Facebook Live
EveryLibrary’s YouTube Live
For the full schedule and more details, visit:
https://www.everylibrary.org/celebrate_audiobook_week_2025_everylibrary_live
About EveryLibrary:
EveryLibrary is the only national political action committee for libraries, dedicated to building voter support and public awareness for library funding and access. Through initiatives like EveryLibrary Live!, we advocate for a culture of reading, access, and equity in every community.
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