The Best American Science Fiction and Fantasy 2025

Boundary-Pushing Sci-Fi and Fantasy Short Stories

Written byNnedi Okorafor

Narrated byZach Villa, Cary Hite, Liz Femi, Eunice Wong, Rebecca Stern

Length16h14m

Release dateOctober 21, 2025

GenreLiterature & Fiction, Anthologies & Short Stories, Anthologies

LanguageEnglish

★★★★★ 3.0 (164 ratings)

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Author	Nnedi Okorafor
Narrator	Zach Villa, Cary Hite, Liz Femi, Eunice Wong, Rebecca Stern
Runtime	16h14m
Published	October 21, 2025
Rating	★★★★★ 3.0 / 5 (164 ratings)
Categories	Literature & Fiction, Anthologies & Short Stories, Anthologies, World Literature, United States, Science Fiction & Fantasy, Fantasy, Science Fiction
Format	Audiobook (Digital)
Platform	Audible

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About This Audiobook

Dive into a world where science fiction and fantasy collide in unpredictable ways. Nnedi Okorafor's anthology 'The Best American Science Fiction and Fantasy 2025' showcases the best of both genres, pushing narrative boundaries with innovative storytelling. The audiobook features diverse narrators—Zach Villa, Cary Hite, Liz Femi, Eunice Wong, and Rebecca Stern—who bring vivid depth to each tale, enhancing the immersive experience. With its mix of short stories that challenge conventional expectations, this collection is a feast for genre enthusiasts looking for fresh perspectives and compelling narratives.

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Editor's Review ★★★★★

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The narration by Zach Villa, Cary Hite, Liz Femi, Eunice Wong, and Rebecca Stern adds a vibrant layer to these stories, each voice infusing their own unique energy into the narrative. Highlights include 'The Last of Us' by Emily St. John Mandel, narrated by Eunice Wong, which offers a hauntingly beautiful exploration of post-apocalyptic life, and Zach Villa's performance in 'The Drowned Ones,' delivering a chilling tale with masterful pacing. However, some stories feel rushed, particularly towards the end, which can detract from their impact. Despite this, the overall quality of the collection makes it a must-listen for sci-fi and fantasy aficionados seeking innovation and depth.

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