The 20 Best Family Audiobooks of 2025

In today’s world of fast-paced lifestyles and constant digital distractions, it’s more important than ever for families to reconnect, reflect, and grow together. That’s where FamilyAudio.net comes in—a curated platform dedicated to enriching family life through meaningful, insightful, and often transformative audiobooks. From parenting strategies and memoirs to neurodiversity advocacy and emotional healing, FamilyAudio celebrates the diverse voices and powerful stories that resonate across generations. In that spirit, we've gathered 20 of the best family audiobooks for 2025—each one an opportunity to learn, listen, and grow as a family.

1. Notes on Being a Man

• By: Scott Galloway | Narrated by: Scott Galloway
• With candor and grit, Galloway explores masculinity, mentorship, and emotional honesty in a vulnerable yet empowering guide for fathers and sons alike.

2. Matriarch: A Memoir

• By: Tina Knowles | Narrated by: Tina Knowles, Beyoncé, Solange, Kelly Rowland, Angie Beyincé
• Told by five powerhouse women, this deeply personal memoir shares intergenerational wisdom, resilience, and the strength of Black motherhood and sisterhood.

3. Pure Lullaby Music

• By: RJ Ivy | Narrated by: Kat Loveland
• A calming companion for families with infants, this beautifully composed audio offers gentle lullabies perfect for nap time, bedtime, or peaceful family moments.

4. Love Does Not Conquer All

• By: Peter Mutabazi, Mark Tabb | Narrated by: Bill Andrew Quinn
• An emotional memoir from a foster dad to over 40 children, this book reshapes our understanding of love, parenting, and what it truly means to be family.

5. The Anxious Generation

• By: Jonathan Haidt | Narrated by: Sean Pratt, Jonathan Haidt
• A crucial read for modern parents, this audiobook examines the mental health crisis among youth and offers insights into building resilience in the digital age.

6. The ADHD Parenting Guide for Boys

• By: Emily Giles | Narrated by: Michelle Renee Tribble
• Practical and compassionate, this guide empowers parents to understand ADHD better while building confidence and calm in the home.

7. Fun Ideas for Retirement

• By: Rex Stevens | Narrated by: GS Hunt
• A light, joyful listen full of inspiration for grandparents and retired parents, touching on wellness, adventure, and enjoying the golden years with purpose.

8. ADHD Mastery

• By: Gabrielle Townsend | Narrated by: Keira Grace
• This comprehensive 10-step approach is a family-friendly resource that demystifies ADHD and provides actionable tools for parents and kids alike.

9. I'm Glad My Mom Died

• By: Jennette McCurdy | Narrated by: Jennette McCurdy
• Unflinching and heartfelt, McCurdy’s memoir confronts toxic parenting and healing from emotional abuse—important for adult children reflecting on their upbringing.

10. Adult Children of Emotionally Immature Parents

• By: Lindsay C. Gibson PsyD | Narrated by: Marguerite Gavin
• This audiobook offers a compassionate framework for understanding family dysfunction and healing from emotionally unavailable or controlling parents.

11. Unspeakable

• By: Jessica Willis Fisher | Narrated by: Jessica Fisher
• A story of survival, healing, and breaking generational trauma, Fisher’s memoir resonates with families working to rebuild trust and safety.

12. The Many Lives of Mama Love

• By: Lara Love Hardin | Narrated by: Lara Love Hardin
• Hardin’s raw, redemptive memoir about addiction, recovery, and motherhood shows how a second chance can transform lives.

13. What Happened to You?

• By: Oprah Winfrey & Bruce D. Perry | Narrated by: Oprah Winfrey, Bruce D. Perry
• A vital, trauma-informed dialogue that encourages families to replace judgment with curiosity when addressing emotional wounds in children and adults.

14. Angry Child No More

• By: Laurence Pierce | Narrated by: Worldwide Audio
• A gentle yet firm guide that helps parents and kids deal with anger together, reducing stress and building emotional regulation in the household.

15. Angry Parent Angry Child

• By: Carrie Khang | Narrated by: Ivory Tiffin
• Breaking the cycle of reactive parenting, this audiobook provides mindfulness tools to help families create a more peaceful and loving environment.

16. Happy-Go-Lucky

• By: David Sedaris | Narrated by: David Sedaris
• Darkly funny and deeply human, Sedaris explores family dynamics, aging parents, and personal grief with his signature wit—ideal for older listeners.

17. Unmasking Autism

• By: Devon Price PhD | Narrated by: Devon Price
• Essential listening for neurodivergent families, this audiobook sheds light on masking, identity, and how to support autistic loved ones with authenticity.

18. It’s Not You

• By: Ramani Durvasula PhD | Narrated by: Ramani Durvasula, Maria Shriver
• A powerful resource for healing from narcissistic relationships and reestablishing boundaries—ideal for adults breaking intergenerational trauma cycles.

19. Raised by Emotionally Immature Parents

• By: Krista Cantell | Narrated by: Jennys Nunez
• For those trying to rewrite their emotional blueprint, this book offers a clear path to healing, setting boundaries, and becoming a cycle-breaker.

20. ADHD 2.0

• By: Edward M. Hallowell M.D., John J. Ratey M.D. | Narrated by: Fred Sanders
• Neuroscience meets practical advice in this highly regarded guide, helping families turn ADHD into a strength through understanding and empowerment.

Why Audiobooks Matter for the Modern Family

Whether you're a parent, grandparent, teen, or adult child, these family audiobooks serve as powerful tools for education, empathy, and connection. By listening together—or alone—we discover shared struggles, find healing in stories, and deepen understanding across generations. At FamilyAudio.net, we believe that when families grow together, they thrive. Every book on this list embodies that mission—offering knowledge, comfort, and hope for today’s complex family life.

So, grab your headphones or gather around a smart speaker—your next meaningful family moment starts with a story.