All True stories: general Titles

Audiobooks about true stories or non-fiction audiobooks are a popular genre in the publishing world. They are written based on real-life events, facts, and personal experiences. The genre includes a broad range of sub-genres such as memoirs, biograph Audiobooks about true stories or non-fiction audiobooks are a popular genre in the publishing world. They are written based on real-life events, facts, and personal experiences. The genre includes a broad range of sub-genres such as memoirs, biographies, history, investigative journalism, self-help, and more. This genre of audiobooks is appealing to readers who are fascinated by real-life stories and want to learn or gain knowledge about a particular subject matter, person or event. Memoirs are written by people, usually public figures or celebrities, who share their life stories with readers. It is a first-person narrative that uses the author's personal experiences, emotions, and reflections. Memoirs allow readers to gain insights, learn lessons, and form an emotional connection with the author. One example is "Becoming" by Michelle Obama, which recounts the former First Lady's life from her childhood to becoming the first black First Lady of the United States. Biographies, on the other hand, are written about people, usually public figures who have achieved a significant impact in their field or society. Biographies can span from one’s birth to death. They are based on extensive research, interviews or close association with the subject. Biographies such as "Steve Jobs" by Walter Isaacson or "Unbroken" by Laura Hillenbrand, tell the life stories of two extraordinary individuals who made significant contributions to the world. History audiobooks focus on historic events, usually on war, politics, religion, and cultural events. They are informative and useful in gaining a comprehensive understanding of events that shaped our world. They are based on factual information and usually provide a balanced perspective of historical ideas and figures. One example is the audiobook "The Boys in the Boat" by Daniel James Brown, which tells the story of the 1936 Olympics and the triumph of the University of Washington's rowing team. Investigative journalism is a sub-genre that focuses on uncovering hidden truths, usually scandals or corruption in business, politics, or society. Investigative journalists use their skill to delve deep into investigations and research to expose malfeasance. The audiobooks provide a detailed account and expose vital and often shocking events. An example is “Bad Blood: Secrets and Lies in a Silicon Valley Startup” by John Carreyrou, which traces the downfall of an innovative healthcare company due to fraud and lying. Finally, self-help audiobooks are written primarily to meet the psychological or personal needs of readers. They provide guidance, support, and advice on a particular subject, such as overcoming depression, cultivating good habits or improving relationships. Examples of this sub-genre include "The 7 Habits of Highly Effective People" by Stephen Covey or "You Are a Badass" by Jen Sincero. All the sub-genres have an appeal in that they are based on real-life events or people which creates a personal connection to the reader. In addition, the audiobooks seek to inform, motive, entertain or inspire the reader thereby contributing to their personal growth, knowledge and understanding of the world.