Putting on my earphones and turning up the volume on glorious narration is one of my favourite means of escape. I love getting lost in fictional stories that excite me with their premise and move me with their emotion. I also love listening to marginalized voices, to step out of my skin and see things from underrepresented perspectives. I want to share my experiences of escape with you through this list of audiobooks. This list contains engaging audiobooks belonging to various genres. Whether you’re in the mood for a short story collection, stimulating fiction, or thought-provoking nonfiction, you’ll find a refreshing rec for everything! Scroll on to find something that fits your current listening needs – all under 7 hours. Also check out What Was The First Audiobook? and 6 Under 6: Short Audiobooks That Enhance The Reading Experience.