Audiobook Break with AudioFile Magazine
Robin Whitten
Listen to an audiobook chapter by chapter. In collaboration with audio publishers and professional narrators, AudioFile serializes extraordinary audiobooks. Twice a week, we bring you a new chapter; listen throughout the week or binge them on the weekend. Hear great books brought to life with brilliant performances and produced with the highest audio standards. It's a wonderful way to take a break—an audiobook break.
Audiobook Break Announcement
Thank you for listening to AudioFile’s Audiobook Break. We hope you’ve enjoyed getting to listen to wonderful audiobooks performed by talented narrators, and thank you to the audiobook publishers who shared their audiobooks with our listeners. Audiobook Break is going on hiatus, but we’re still putting out new podcast episodes every weekday! Listen to Behind the Mic with AudioFile Magazine for short episodes featuring our recommendations for excellent new audiobooks to enjoy. That’s also where y
ARSÈNE LUPIN, GENTLEMAN-BURGLAR Chapter 9
Today is the final story of Arsène Lupin, Gentleman-Burglar, “Sherlock Holmes Arrives Too Late.” It is the ninth story in THE EXTRAORDINARY ADVENTURES OF ARSÈNE LUPIN, GENTLEMAN-BURGLAR, written by Maurice Leblanc, narrated by Mark Meadows, and published by Dreamscape. Listeners who have enjoyed the many adventures of Lupin should look to Dreamscape Media for more excellent tales of the gentleman burglar.
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ARSÈNE LUPIN, GENTLEMAN-BURGLAR Chapter 8
Join Audiobook Break for thrilling tales of Arsène Lupin, Gentleman-Burglar. Today’s mysterious tale is “The Black Pearl,” the eighth story in THE EXTRAORDINARY ADVENTURES OF ARSÈNE LUPIN, GENTLEMAN-BURGLAR, written by Maurice Leblanc, narrated by Mark Meadows, and published by Dreamscape. Join us every Tuesday and Thursday for more tales of the gentleman burglar.
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ARSÈNE LUPIN, GENTLEMAN-BURGLAR Chapter 7
Audiobook Break is excited to share thrilling mysteries with listeners. Today listeners can hear “Madam Imbert’s Safe,” the seventh story in THE EXTRAORDINARY ADVENTURES OF ARSÈNE LUPIN, GENTLEMAN-BURGLAR, written by Maurice Leblanc, narrated by Mark Meadows, and published by Dreamscape. Join us every Tuesday and Thursday for more tales of the gentleman burglar.
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ARSÈNE LUPIN, GENTLEMAN-BURGLAR Chapter 6, Part 2
Join Audiobook Break for thrilling tales of Arsène Lupin, Gentleman-Burglar. Today listeners can hear part two of “The Seven of Hearts,” the sixth story in THE EXTRAORDINARY ADVENTURES OF ARSÈNE LUPIN, GENTLEMAN-BURGLAR, written by Maurice Leblanc, narrated by Mark Meadows, and published by Dreamscape. Be sure to listen to the first part of “The Seven of Hearts” in Episode 7. Join us every Tuesday and Thursday for more tales of the gentleman burglar.
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ARSÈNE LUPIN, GENTLEMAN-BURGLAR Chapter 6, Part 1
Audiobook Break is excited to share thrilling mysteries with listeners. Today’s adventure is part one of “The Seven of Hearts,” the sixth story in THE EXTRAORDINARY ADVENTURES OF ARSÈNE LUPIN, GENTLEMAN-BURGLAR, written by Maurice Leblanc, narrated by Mark Meadows, and published by Dreamscape. This is only the first part of “The Seven of Hearts”—listeners will need to tune in on May 30th for the conclusion of this tale. Join us every Tuesday and Thursday for more tales of the gentleman burglar.
ARSÈNE LUPIN, GENTLEMAN-BURGLAR Chapter 5
Join Audiobook Break for thrilling tales of Arsène Lupin, Gentleman-Burglar. Today we’re sharing “The Queen’s Necklace” the fifth story in THE EXTRAORDINARY ADVENTURES OF ARSÈNE LUPIN, GENTLEMAN-BURGLAR, written by Maurice Leblanc, narrated by Mark Meadows, and published by Dreamscape. Join us every Tuesday and Thursday for more tales of the gentleman burglar.
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ARSÈNE LUPIN, GENTLEMAN-BURGLAR Chapter 4
Audiobook Break is excited to share thrilling mysteries with listeners. Today’s adventure is “The Mysterious Traveller,” the fourth story in THE EXTRAORDINARY ADVENTURES OF ARSÈNE LUPIN, GENTLEMAN-BURGLAR, written by Maurice Leblanc, narrated by Mark Meadows, and published by Dreamscape. Join us every Tuesday and Thursday for more tales of the gentleman burglar.
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ARSÈNE LUPIN, GENTLEMAN-BURGLAR Chapter 3
Join Audiobook Break for thrilling tales of Arsène Lupin, Gentleman-Burglar. Today we’re sharing “The Escape of Arsène Lupin,” the third story in THE EXTRAORDINARY ADVENTURES OF ARSÈNE LUPIN, GENTLEMAN-BURGLAR, written by Maurice Leblanc, narrated by Mark Meadows, and published by Dreamscape. Join us every Tuesday and Thursday for more tales of the gentleman burglar.
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ARSÈNE LUPIN, GENTLEMAN-BURGLAR Chapter 2
Audiobook Break is excited to share thrilling mysterious tales with listeners. Today you can hear “Arsène Lupin in Prison,” the second story in THE EXTRAORDINARY ADVENTURES OF ARSÈNE LUPIN, GENTLEMAN-BURGLAR, written by Maurice Leblanc, narrated by Mark Meadows, and published by Dreamscape. Join us every Tuesday and Thursday for more tales of the gentleman burglar.
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ARSÈNE LUPIN, GENTLEMAN-BURGLAR Chapter 1
Welcome back to Audiobook Break. This season, we’re delighted to share THE EXTRAORDINARY ADVENTURES OF ARSÈNE LUPIN, GENTLEMAN-BURGLAR, written by Maurice Leblanc, narrated by Mark Meadows, and published by Dreamscape. Our story begins with the thrilling tale of “The Arrest of Arsène Lupin.” Join us every Tuesday and Thursday for more tales of the gentleman burglar.
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Introducing LUPIN - Season 7 of Audiobook Break
Welcome back for another season of Audiobook Break. This season, Audiobook Break takes us to France for mysterious listening with Arsène Lupin. Narrator Mark Meadows brings just the right mix of charm, wit, and debonair flair to THE EXTRAORDINARY ADVENTURES OF ARSÈNE LUPIN, GENTLEMAN-BURGLAR, nine engrossing short stories written by Maurice Leblanc, published by Dreamscape. If you’re a fan of the Netflix series, you’ll love getting to know the origins of the clever thief. Join us for new chapter
DRACULA Chapter 27
Today we conclude our season with Chapter 27 of Bram Stoker’s DRACULA, read by narrator Gildart Jackson. Listen to discover what is found in Dracula’s castle, if the friends shall prevail over the Count, and if all is saved—or all is for naught.Learn more about Audiobook Break at AudioFile Magazine’s website.Watch a panel discussion about all things DRACULA with narrator Gildart Jackson and Dracula Daily creator Matt Kirkland.Thank you to Dreamscape for sharing this classic audiobook with our li
DRACULA Chapters 25 and 26
Today we continue with DRACULA, Bram Stoker’s classic tale of horror and vampires, read by narrator Gildart Jackson. Listen to Chapters 25 and 26 as Mina shares hard truths, the friends travel abroad in search of the Count, Mina pieces the puzzle together, and the men follow the rivers. Check for new chapters of DRACULA three days a week, on Monday, Wednesday, and Friday.Learn more about Audiobook Break at AudioFile Magazine’s website.Watch a panel discussion about all things DRACULA with narrat
DRACULA Chapters 23 and 24
Today we continue with DRACULA, Bram Stoker’s classic tale of horror and vampires, read by narrator Gildart Jackson. Listen to Chapters 23 and 24 as Mina is hypnotized, and they seek out the fleeing Dracula. Check for new chapters of DRACULA three days a week, on Monday, Wednesday, and Friday.Learn more about Audiobook Break at AudioFile Magazine’s website.Watch a panel discussion about all things DRACULA with narrator Gildart Jackson and Dracula Daily creator Matt Kirkland.Thank you to Dreamsca
DRACULA Chapters 21 and 22
Today we continue with DRACULA, Bram Stoker’s classic tale of horror and vampires, read by narrator Gildart Jackson. In Chapters 21 and 22, Dr. Seward recounts terrifying sights late in the night, they face down Count Dracula, and Dracula wreaks havoc. Check for new chapters of DRACULA three days a week, on Monday, Wednesday, and Friday.Learn more about Audiobook Break at AudioFile Magazine’s website.Watch a panel discussion about all things DRACULA with narrator Gildart Jackson and Dracula Dail
DRACULA Chapters 19 and 20
Today we continue with DRACULA, Bram Stoker’s classic tale of horror and vampires, read by narrator Gildart Jackson. Listen to Chapters 19 and 20 as the men venture into Dracula’s home, and Mina is left behind. Check for new chapters of DRACULA three days a week, on Monday, Wednesday, and Friday.Learn more about Audiobook Break at AudioFile Magazine’s website.Watch a panel discussion about all things DRACULA with narrator Gildart Jackson and Dracula Daily creator Matt Kirkland.Thank you to Dream
DRACULA Chapters 17 and 18
Today we continue with DRACULA, Bram Stoker’s classic tale of horror and vampires, read by narrator Gildart Jackson. Listen to Chapters 17 and 18 as the Harkers and Dr. Seward, along with Professor Van Helsing, piece together the deadly puzzle of Dracula. Check for new chapters of DRACULA three days a week, on Monday, Wednesday, and Friday.Learn more about Audiobook Break at AudioFile Magazine’s website.Watch a panel discussion about all things DRACULA with narrator Gildart Jackson and Dracula D
DRACULA Chapters 15 and 16
Today we continue with DRACULA, Bram Stoker’s classic tale of horror and vampires, read by narrator Gildart Jackson. Listen to Chapters 15 and 16 to discover terrible truths revealed and hear all that transpires in the graveyard. Check for new chapters of DRACULA three days a week, on Monday, Wednesday, and Friday.Learn more about Audiobook Break at AudioFile Magazine’s website.Watch a panel discussion about all things DRACULA with narrator Gildart Jackson and Dracula Daily creator Matt Kirkland
DRACULA Chapters 13 and 14
Today we continue with DRACULA, Bram Stoker’s classic tale of horror and vampires, read by narrator Gildart Jackson. Listen to Chapters 13 and 14 as Dr. Seward recounts shocking revelations, Mina despairs over a great loss, and she and Dr. Van Helsing begin to work together. Check for new chapters of DRACULA three days a week, on Monday, Wednesday, and Friday.Learn more about Audiobook Break at AudioFile Magazine’s website.Watch a panel discussion about all things DRACULA with narrator Gildart J
DRACULA Chapters 11 and 12
Today we continue with DRACULA, Bram Stoker’s classic tale of horror and vampires, read by narrator Gildart Jackson. We’re listening to Chapters 11 and 12 and hearing of Lucy’s failing health, her mother’s mysterious death, and valiant attempts to save the day. Check for new chapters of DRACULA three days a week, on Monday, Wednesday, and Friday. Learn more about Audiobook Break at AudioFile Magazine’s website.Watch a panel discussion about all things DRACULA with narrator Gildart Jackson and Dr
DRACULA Chapters 9 and 10
Today we continue with DRACULA, Bram Stoker’s classic tale of horror and vampires, read by narrator Gildart Jackson. Listen to Chapters 9 and 10 and hear of Mina’s time reuniting with Jonathan Harker and how her friend Lucy Westernra is faring, and meet Dr. Van Helsing. Check for new chapters of DRACULA three days a week, on Monday, Wednesday, and Friday.Learn more about Audiobook Break at AudioFile Magazine’s website.Watch a panel discussion about all things DRACULA with narrator Gildart Jackso
DRACULA Chapters 7 and 8
Today we continue with DRACULA, Bram Stoker’s classic tale of horror and vampires, read by narrator Gildart Jackson. Listen to Chapters 7 and 8 and hear a cutting from “The Dailygraph” telling of a mysterious storm, and more of Mina Murray’s fearful journal entries. Check for new chapters of DRACULA three days a week, on Monday, Wednesday, and Friday.Learn more about Audiobook Break at AudioFile Magazine’s website.Watch a panel discussion about all things DRACULA with narrator Gildart Jackson an
DRACULA Chapters 5 and 6
Today we continue with DRACULA, Bram Stoker’s classic tale of horror and vampires, read by narrator Gildart Jackson. Listen to Chapters 5 and 6 and meet Miss Mina Murray, Jonathan Harker’s betrothed, through her letters to Miss Lucy Westerna and her diary entries. Check for new chapters of DRACULA three days a week, on Monday, Wednesday, and Friday.Learn more about Audiobook Break at AudioFile Magazine’s website.Watch a panel discussion about all things DRACULA with narrator Gildart Jackson and
DRACULA Chapters 3 and 4
Today we continue with DRACULA, Bram Stoker’s classic tale of horror and vampires, read by narrator Gildart Jackson. Listen to Chapters 3 and 4 and hear how Jonathan Harker realizes he’s now trapped in Count Dracula’s castle and witnesses terrifying sights. Check for new chapters of DRACULA three days a week, on Monday, Wednesday, and Friday.Learn more about Audiobook Break at AudioFile Magazine’s website.Watch a panel discussion about all things DRACULA with narrator Gildart Jackson and Dracula
DRACULA Chapters 1 and 2
Today we begin DRACULA, Bram Stoker’s classic tale of horror and vampires, read by narrator Gildart Jackson. Listen to Chapters 1 and 2 and meet Jonathan Harker, who writes in his diary of his travels by train to visit the castle of Count Dracula, a forbidding host. Check for new chapters of DRACULA three days a week, on Monday, Wednesday, and Friday.Learn more about Audiobook Break at AudioFile Magazine’s website.Watch a panel discussion about all things DRACULA with narrator Gildart Jackson an
Introducing DRACULA - Season 5 of Audiobook Break
We’re excited to welcome you back for another season of Audiobook Break, this time featuring Bram Stoker’s classic tale of horror, DRACULA. Today’s introduction features a conversation with narrator Gildart Jackson, who brings the story to life for listeners this month, starting on October 17th. Listen in to hear more about why Gildart Jackson loves giving voice to classics like DRACULA.Learn more about Audiobook Break at AudioFile Magazine’s website.Watch a panel discussion about all things DRA
For Us All - Discussion
Audiobook Break is proud to present the Japanese American Civil Liberties Collection from L.A. Theatre Works. In our season’s final episode, we are featuring a discussion with playwright Jeanne Sakata and four of the attorneys from the Korematsu v. United States case portrayed in FOR US ALL: Lori Bannai, Peter Irons, Dale Minami, and Don Tamaki.Read the full AudioFile review of FOR US ALL at our website.Learn more about our Audiobook Break podcast, and discover daily audiobook recommendations on
For Us All - Act II
Audiobook Break is proud to present the Japanese American Civil Liberties Collection from L.A. Theatre Works. Today we continue with Act II of FOR US ALL by Jeanne Sakata, directed by Anna Lyse Erikson. The play stars Josh Stamberg and Joy Osmanski and features Edward Asner and a full cast. FOR US ALL tells the story of a court battle fought to overturn the conviction of Fred Korematsu, who resisted incarceration in the Japanese internment camps during WWII. Stay tuned for a post-play discussion
For Us All - Act I
Audiobook Break is proud to present the Japanese American Civil Liberties Collection from L.A. Theatre Works. Today we begin with Act I of FOR US ALL by Jeanne Sakata, directed by Anna Lyse Erikson. The play stars Josh Stamberg and Joy Osmanski and features Edward Asner and a full cast. FOR US ALL tells the story of a court battle fought to overturn the conviction of Fred Korematsu, who resisted incarceration in the Japanese internment camps during WWII. Stay tuned for Act II on October 6th, and
Sisters Matsumoto - Discussion
Audiobook Break is proud to present the Japanese American Civil Liberties Collection from L.A. Theatre Works. Today we conclude SISTERS MATSUMOTO with a post-play panel discussion including actor George Takei, who was interned at age 5, in discussion with playwright Philip Kan Gotanda, director Tim Dang, and LATW’s Producing Director Susan Lowenberg. The discussion focuses on the forced internment of Japanese Americans during the war, its lasting impacts, and parallels to current events.Read the
Sisters Matsumoto - Act II
Audiobook Break is proud to present the Japanese American Civil Liberties Collection from L.A. Theatre Works. Today we continue with Act II of SISTERS MATSUMOTO by Philip Kan Gotanda, directed by Tim Dang, and performed by June Angela, Suzy Nakamura, Keiko Agena, and a full cast. The play tells the story of three sisters who find hope, heartache, and hard-won humor when they return to their family farm in California after four long years in a Japanese internment camp during WWII. Stay tuned for
Sisters Matsumoto - Act I
Audiobook Break is proud to present the Japanese American Civil Liberties Collection from L.A. Theatre Works. Today we begin with Act I of SISTERS MATSUMOTO by Philip Kan Gotanda, directed by Tim Dang, and performed by June Angela, Suzy Nakamura, Keiko Agena, and a full cast. The play tells the story of three sisters who find hope, heartache, and hard-won humor when they return to their family farm in California after four long years in a Japanese internment camp during WWII. Stay tuned for Act
No-No Boy - Act II
Audiobook Break is proud to present the Japanese American Civil Liberties Collection from L.A. Theatre Works. Today we continue with Act II of NO-NO BOY by Ken Narasaki, directed by Anna Lyse Erikson, based on the novel by John Okada. The production stars Greg Watanabe, Emily Kuroda, and a full cast. After spending years in internment camps and prison, a Japanese American man who had said no to both a loyalty oath and serving in the U.S. military finally returns home to Seattle to find old frien
No-No Boy - Act I
Audiobook Break is proud to present the Japanese American Civil Liberties Collection from L.A. Theatre Works. Today we begin with Act I of NO-NO BOY by Ken Narasaki, directed by Anna Lyse Erikson, based on the novel by John Okada. The production stars Greg Watanabe, Emily Kuroda, and a full cast. After spending years in internment camps and prison, a Japanese American man who had said no to both a loyalty oath and serving in the U.S. military finally returns home to Seattle to find old friendshi
Hold These Truths - Discussion
Audiobook Break is proud to present the Japanese American Civil Liberties Collection from L.A. Theatre Works. Listen to a discussion with playwright Jeanne Sakata on HOLD THESE TRUTHS, her play about Gordon Hirabayashi’s courageous stand against the U.S. Government during WWII. After he was arrested, he took his case to the Supreme Court, where his case was upheld. It took 40 years before his conviction was overturned.Read the full AudioFile review of HOLD THESE TRUTHS at our website.Learn more
Hold These Truths - Act II
Audiobook Break is proud to present the Japanese American Civil Liberties Collection from L.A. Theatre Works. Continue with Act II of HOLD THESE TRUTHS by Jeanne Sakata, directed by Jessica Kubzansky, and starring Ryun Yu as Gordon Hirabayashi, with an ensemble cast. The talented cast, led by Yu, presents Sakata’s powerful play about Hirabayashi’s courageous stand against the U.S. Government during WWII. After he was arrested, he took his case to the Supreme Court, where his case was upheld. It
Hold These Truths - Act I
Audiobook Break is proud to present the Japanese American Civil Liberties Collection from L.A. Theatre Works. Today we begin with Act I of HOLD THESE TRUTHS by Jeanne Sakata, directed by Jessica Kubzansky, and starring Ryun Yu as Gordon Hirabayashi, with an ensemble cast. The talented cast, led by Yu, presents Sakata’s powerful play about Hirabayashi’s courageous stand against the U.S. Government during WWII. After he was arrested, he took his case to the Supreme Court, where his case was upheld
Announcing Season 4 - Japanese American Civil Liberties Collection
Audiobook Break with AudioFile Magazine is back for a fourth season, featuring the Japanese American Civil Liberties Collection from L.A. Theatre Works. These four plays explore the Japanese American experience during and after World War II, and the full-cast performances make these striking and powerful audio dramas. We’re including L.A. Theatre Works’ post-show interviews and discussions as well as an added bonus. Coming soon, on September 13th. Learn more about Audiobook Break at AudioFile Ma