Best LitRPG & Progression Fantasy Audiobooks

The best LitRPG and progression fantasy — stat sheets, leveling systems, and power-ups ranked by reader and listener ratings.

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LitRPG and progression fantasy audiobooks are built for the format. Narrators who can deliver stat readouts, skill descriptions, and level-up moments with the right mix of excitement and clarity turn good stories into addictive listens. These are the books where characters grind, level, and grow — and listeners come back for every new release.

This list ranks the best LitRPG and progression fantasy audiobooks by blending reader scores from Goodreads with listener ratings from Audible.

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    The Butcher's Masquerade

    Dungeon Crawler Carl • Book 5

    by Matt Dinniman

    Narrated by Jeff Hays

    4.89 ABR Score (135.3K ratings)
    ★ 4.69 Goodreads (108.1K) ★ 4.94 Audible (27.2K)
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    Carl and Princess Donut navigate a dinosaur-infested jungle floor while alien viewers vote on their survival. Hays captures the series' perfect blend of video game logic and genuine emotional stakes.

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    The Land: Raiders: A LitRPG Saga

    Chaos Seeds • Book 6

    by Aleron Kong

    Narrated by Nick Podehl

    4.87 ABR Score (22.1K ratings)
    ★ 4.85 Audible (22.1K)
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    The Land: Predators: A LitRPG Saga

    Chaos Seeds • Book 7

    by Aleron Kong

    Narrated by Nick Podehl

    4.86 ABR Score (23.9K ratings)
    ★ 4.83 Audible (23.9K)
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    The Eye of the Bedlam Bride

    Dungeon Crawler Carl • Book 6

    by Matt Dinniman

    Narrated by Jeff Hays, Patrick Warburton, Travis Baldree, Annie Ellicott

    4.85 ABR Score (110.3K ratings)
    ★ 4.66 Goodreads (91.7K) ★ 4.92 Audible (18.5K)
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    Chaos reigns on floor eight as Carl and friends face scattered challenges, forgotten gods, and an AI system falling apart. This ensemble cast including Patrick Warburton creates pure audio mayhem.

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    The Gate of the Feral Gods

    Dungeon Crawler Carl • Book 4

    by Matt Dinniman

    Narrated by Jeff Hays

    4.82 ABR Score (150.1K ratings)
    ★ 4.55 Goodreads (125.6K) ★ 4.91 Audible (24.5K)
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    Carl and Princess Donut face floating gnome fortresses and haunted crypts in their deadliest floor yet. Jeff Hays continues his exceptional character work, especially with Princess Donut's regal cat attitude amid apocalyptic absurdity.

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    Carl's Doomsday Scenario

    Dungeon Crawler Carl • Book 2

    by Matt Dinniman

    Narrated by Jeff Hays

    4.82 ABR Score (217.5K ratings)
    ★ 4.51 Goodreads (187.5K) ★ 4.89 Audible (30.0K)
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    Carl and his magic cat Princess Donut navigate the second level of an alien game show designed to kill humans for entertainment. Jeff Hays perfectly captures the absurd humor of this death-trap RPG scenario.

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    Wintersteel

    Cradle • Book 8

    by Will Wight

    Narrated by Travis Baldree

    4.79 ABR Score (44.3K ratings)
    ★ 4.68 Goodreads (33.0K) ★ 4.9 Audible (11.3K)
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    The Uncrowned King tournament reaches its climax while a Dreadgod stirs in the distance, and Travis Baldree's performance captures every moment of high-stakes magical combat and political maneuvering.

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    The Dungeon Anarchist's Cookbook

    Dungeon Crawler Carl • Book 3

    by Matt Dinniman

    Narrated by Jeff Hays, The Critical Drinker

    4.79 ABR Score (182.0K ratings)
    ★ 4.43 Goodreads (152.4K) ★ 4.9 Audible (29.6K)
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    Carl and Princess Donut face the impossibly twisted Iron Tangle subway system where up is down and logic doesn't apply. Jeff Hays and The Critical Drinker's dynamic narration perfectly captures this series' blend of absurd humor and genuine stakes.

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    Reaper

    Cradle • Book 10

    by Will Wight

    Narrated by Travis Baldree

    4.79 ABR Score (40.8K ratings)
    ★ 4.66 Goodreads (30.0K) ★ 4.91 Audible (10.8K)
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    Lindon finally returns to Sacred Valley as a powerhouse, but his real challenges lie in ancient labyrinths and cosmic wars beyond mortal comprehension. Travis Baldree captures both the triumph and the mounting dread perfectly.

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    Dreadgod

    Cradle • Book 11

    by Will Wight

    Narrated by Travis Baldree

    4.77 ABR Score (37.5K ratings)
    ★ 4.62 Goodreads (27.0K) ★ 4.91 Audible (10.5K)
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    With enemies circling and ancient monsters rampaging, Lindon must survive political schemes while four Dreadgods terrorize the world. Baldree captures every epic confrontation with perfect energy.

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    He Who Fights With Monsters 7

    He Who Fights with Monsters • Book 7

    by Shirtaloon, Travis Deverell

    Narrated by Heath Miller

    4.76 ABR Score (42.9K ratings)
    ★ 4.54 Goodreads (19.5K) ★ 4.9 Audible (23.4K)
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    Jason arrives at a kingdom under siege but discovers he's not the chosen savior—Heath Miller captures his bemused relief at finally getting a break from world-saving duty.

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    Waybound

    Cradle • Book 12

    by Will Wight

    Narrated by Travis Baldree

    4.74 ABR Score (29.7K ratings)
    ★ 4.62 Goodreads (23.6K) ★ 4.91 Audible (6.1K)
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    Travis Baldree concludes the beloved Cradle series as Lindon, once powerless, now faces Monarchs and Dreadgods in a battle for Cradle's very survival.

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    Underlord

    Cradle • Book 6

    by Will Wight

    Narrated by Travis Baldree

    4.73 ABR Score (42.6K ratings)
    ★ 4.61 Goodreads (34.9K) ★ 4.85 Audible (7.6K)
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    Lindon races to reach Underlord rank before a tournament that could destroy the Blackflame Empire's chances at survival. Travis Baldree's energetic performance perfectly matches the series' breakneck progression fantasy pace.

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    He Who Fights with Monsters 6

    He Who Fights with Monsters • Book 6

    by Shirtaloon, Travis Deverell

    Narrated by Heath Miller

    4.73 ABR Score (43.2K ratings)
    ★ 4.46 Goodreads (19.9K) ★ 4.88 Audible (23.4K)
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    Jason Asano faces an impossible choice — seize a power that could destroy him or watch the world burn as those in charge prioritize profit over survival.

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    He Who Fights with Monsters 4

    He Who Fights with Monsters • Book 4

    by Shirtaloon

    Narrated by Heath Miller

    4.72 ABR Score (51.1K ratings)
    ★ 4.49 Goodreads (23.2K) ★ 4.83 Audible (27.9K)
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    Jason's reverse-portal journey exploring family secrets and hidden supernatural truths gets Heath Miller's subtle vocal work throughout. Miller handles the protagonist's growing alienation with just the right touch of vulnerability.

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    Uncrowned

    Cradle • Book 7

    by Will Wight

    Narrated by Travis Baldree

    4.72 ABR Score (44.2K ratings)
    ★ 4.56 Goodreads (33.7K) ★ 4.84 Audible (10.5K)
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    Lindon enters the Uncrowned King tournament where sacred artists battle for the right to advance beyond Underlord. Travis Baldree's performance captures the tournament's intensity and Cradle's intricate magic system perfectly.

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    The Primal Hunter 9: A LitRPG Adventure

    The Primal Hunter • Book 9

    by Zogarth

    Narrated by Travis Baldree

    4.71 ABR Score (15.9K ratings)
    ★ 4.61 Goodreads (9.0K) ★ 4.91 Audible (6.9K)
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    Jake continues exploring the multiverse's challenges and opportunities, growing ever more powerful in this ninth installment. Baldree remains the gold standard for LitRPG narration.

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    The Primal Hunter 8

    The Primal Hunter • Book 8

    by Zogarth

    Narrated by Travis Baldree

    4.70 ABR Score (16.4K ratings)
    ★ 4.57 Goodreads (9.4K) ★ 4.91 Audible (7.0K)
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    Jake's emergency return to Earth after his alchemy training interruption creates chaos when another Chosen invades with unfair tactics. Travis Baldree captures Jake's frustration perfectly as political balance crumbles around him.

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    He Who Fights with Monsters 5

    He Who Fights with Monsters • Book 5

    by Shirtaloon, Travis Deverell

    Narrated by Heath Miller

    4.70 ABR Score (45.4K ratings)
    ★ 4.45 Goodreads (21.7K) ★ 4.83 Audible (23.7K)
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    Jason discovers his homeworld harbors secrets while magic spreads globally, creating unprecedented challenges despite his growing power. Heath Miller's enthusiastic performance matches the escalating scope of this LitRPG adventure.

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    He Who Fights With Monsters 8

    He Who Fights with Monsters • Book 8

    by Shirtaloon, Travis Deverell

    Narrated by Heath Miller

    4.70 ABR Score (36.2K ratings)
    ★ 4.48 Goodreads (17.7K) ★ 4.84 Audible (18.5K)
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    Jason's reunion with friends and return to adventuring gets complicated when lurking enemies finally step into the light, with Heath Miller handling the expanding cast and escalating stakes.

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    Ghostwater

    Cradle • Book 5

    by Will Wight

    Narrated by Travis Baldree

    4.70 ABR Score (43.4K ratings)
    ★ 4.55 Goodreads (35.7K) ★ 4.83 Audible (7.7K)
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    Lindon gets trapped in a dying pocket dimension filled with a Monarch's deadliest experiments, racing against time to scavenge power while avoiding creatures that could annihilate him. Baldree's performance keeps the tension crackling.

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    Bloodline

    Cradle • Book 9

    by Will Wight

    Narrated by Travis Baldree

    4.70 ABR Score (41.3K ratings)
    ★ 4.5 Goodreads (30.6K) ★ 4.84 Audible (10.7K)
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    Lindon returns to Sacred Valley with godlike powers, but an ancient curse weakens him just as the Wandering Titan approaches. Travis Baldree's energetic narration captures both epic battles and intimate character moments perfectly.

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    He Who Fights with Monsters 5: A LitRPG Adventure

    He Who Fights with Monsters • Book 5

    by Shirtaloon, Travis Deverell

    Narrated by Heath Miller

    4.69 ABR Score (68.4K ratings)
    ★ 4.45 Goodreads (22.0K) ★ 4.76 Audible (46.4K)
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    Jason returns to find his homeworld isn't what he remembered, with magic emerging globally and new challenges testing his incredible powers. Heath Miller's energetic narration handles both the epic scope and intimate character moments.

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    The Primal Hunter 12

    The Primal Hunter • Book 12

    by Zogarth

    Narrated by Travis Baldree

    4.69 ABR Score (12.7K ratings)
    ★ 4.6 Goodreads (6.9K) ★ 4.91 Audible (5.7K)
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    Jake enters his final Challenge Dungeon as Nevermore approaches its climactic end, with gods themselves watching the outcome. Travis Baldree continues to excel with this series' complex system mechanics and character relationships.

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    Beware of Chicken 3: A Xianxia Cultivation Novel

    Beware of Chicken • Book 3

    by CasualFarmer

    Narrated by Travis Baldree

    4.69 ABR Score (10.5K ratings)
    ★ 4.65 Goodreads (6.5K) ★ 4.91 Audible (4.1K)
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    Jin Rou wanted to be a powerful cultivator, but death landed his soul in a farmer's body who prefers rice paddies to martial arts glory. Travis Baldree's performance perfectly captures this cultivation comedy's blend of humor and heart.

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    The Primal Hunter 7: A LitRPG Adventure

    The Primal Hunter • Book 7

    by Zogarth

    Narrated by Travis Baldree

    4.69 ABR Score (16.2K ratings)
    ★ 4.57 Goodreads (10.2K) ★ 4.89 Audible (6.0K)
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    Jake navigates the political minefield of the Order of the Malefic Viper while hiding his identity as the Chosen and trying to master alchemy. Travis Baldree continues his excellent work with this beloved series.

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    The Primal Hunter 3

    The Primal Hunter • Book 3

    by Zogarth

    Narrated by Travis Baldree

    4.69 ABR Score (22.4K ratings)
    ★ 4.51 Goodreads (13.2K) ★ 4.87 Audible (9.2K)
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    Jake's evolution into a winged apex predator gets the full Travis Baldree treatment, turning monster hunts into pure listening pleasure with perfect comedic timing.

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    The Primal Hunter 4

    The Primal Hunter • Book 4

    by Zogarth

    Narrated by Travis Baldree

    4.69 ABR Score (21.3K ratings)
    ★ 4.52 Goodreads (12.5K) ★ 4.87 Audible (8.8K)
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    Jake reaches D-grade power level and faces his greatest challenge yet: Earth's first World Congress and its political machinations. Travis Baldree captures Jake's reluctant participation in diplomacy while he'd rather be hunting bigger monsters.

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    He Who Fights with Monsters 9

    He Who Fights with Monsters • Book 9

    by Shirtaloon, Travis Deverell

    Narrated by Heath Miller

    4.68 ABR Score (27.5K ratings)
    ★ 4.51 Goodreads (16.3K) ★ 4.83 Audible (11.2K)
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    Jason finally escapes world-changing politics to return to adventuring, but not before leaving Rimaros with a memorable political statement. Heath Miller continues to nail Jason's irreverent voice through 28 hours of entertainment.

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    Blackflame

    Cradle • Book 3

    by Will Wight

    Narrated by Travis Baldree

    4.68 ABR Score (47.5K ratings)
    ★ 4.5 Goodreads (39.0K) ★ 4.81 Audible (8.6K)
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    Lindon has one year to master an ancient destructive power before facing an opponent everyone believes will kill him. Travis Baldree's performance captures both the magic system's complexity and emotional stakes.

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    Blood of Liscor

    The Wandering Inn • Book 8

    by Pirateaba

    Narrated by Andrea Parsneau

    4.67 ABR Score (7.8K ratings)
    ★ 4.67 Goodreads (3.4K) ★ 4.92 Audible (4.4K)
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    Something hungry lurks beneath Liscor while Goblins roam and the dungeon threatens above. Andrea Parsneau handles this massive installment's multiple plotlines with characteristic skill.

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    The Primal Hunter 6

    The Primal Hunter • Book 6

    by Zogarth

    Narrated by Travis Baldree

    4.67 ABR Score (16.3K ratings)
    ★ 4.54 Goodreads (10.8K) ★ 4.88 Audible (5.5K)
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    Jake explores post-apocalyptic Earth, raiding termite hives and attending auctions between family visits. Travis Baldree continues his pitch-perfect performance, making even exposition feel conversational and engaging.

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    The Primal Hunter 5

    The Primal Hunter • Book 5

    by Zogarth

    Narrated by Travis Baldree

    4.67 ABR Score (17.5K ratings)
    ★ 4.54 Goodreads (11.8K) ★ 4.86 Audible (5.8K)
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    Earth's factions converge on the vampire-cursed land of Yalsten for a system-wide treasure hunt competition. Travis Baldree's performance keeps the LitRPG mechanics engaging across 17+ hours.

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    Reckoning

    The Beginning after the End • Book 9

    by TurtleMe

    Narrated by Travis Baldree

    4.67 ABR Score (7.2K ratings)
    ★ 4.68 Goodreads (3.8K) ★ 4.92 Audible (3.4K)
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    Arthur survives the Relictombs only to face something deadlier—Alacryan politics and false accusations. Book nine of this progression fantasy series, with Travis Baldree's signature excellent narration.

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    The Primal Hunter 2

    The Primal Hunter • Book 2

    by Zogarth

    Narrated by Travis Baldree

    4.66 ABR Score (24.4K ratings)
    ★ 4.47 Goodreads (14.4K) ★ 4.84 Audible (10.0K)
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    Jake continues his Tutorial quest to defeat Beast Lords before facing the King of the Forest, diving deeper into dungeons and power progression. Baldree's energetic narration perfectly matches the book's gaming enthusiasm and rapid-fire action sequences.

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    Defiance of the Fall 3

    Defiance of the Fall • Book 3

    by TheFirstDefier, J.F. Brink

    Narrated by Pavi Proczko

    4.66 ABR Score (20.0K ratings)
    ★ 4.49 Goodreads (11.2K) ★ 4.85 Audible (8.8K)
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    After rescuing his sister from the Dead Zone, Zac joins the Limited Hunt to gain strength for protecting Earth from ancient foes and foreign factions.

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    The Land: Founding: A LitRPG Saga

    Chaos Seeds • Book 1

    by Aleron Kong

    Narrated by Nick Podehl

    4.66 ABR Score (34.0K ratings)
    ★ 4.57 Audible (34.0K)
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    He Who Fights with Monsters 10

    He Who Fights with Monsters • Book 10

    by Shirtaloon

    Narrated by Heath Miller

    4.66 ABR Score (29.1K ratings)
    ★ 4.49 Goodreads (14.8K) ★ 4.78 Audible (14.3K)
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    After devastating Yaresh in battle, Jason deals with unwelcome attention from allies and enemies while exploring dangerous underground powers with unexpected consequences.

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    The Primal Hunter 10

    The Primal Hunter • Book 10

    by Zogarth

    Narrated by Travis Baldree

    4.66 ABR Score (14.1K ratings)
    ★ 4.54 Goodreads (8.2K) ★ 4.86 Audible (5.8K)
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    Jake enters Nevermore, the multiverse's ultimate mega-dungeon, where newly evolved C-grades compete in the most prestigious and dangerous tournament imaginable. Twenty hours of Travis Baldree's expert narration makes this epic dungeon crawl absolutely addictive.

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    Rains of Liscor

    The Wandering Inn • Book 7

    by Pirateaba

    Narrated by Andrea Parsneau

    4.65 ABR Score (8.0K ratings)
    ★ 4.62 Goodreads (3.6K) ★ 4.9 Audible (4.4K)
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    Spring floods transform Liscor's geography while bringing new monsters and dungeon dangers in this massive LitRPG installment. Parsneau's epic 34-hour performance maintains energy across the sprawling fantasy landscape.

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    The Primal Hunter 11

    The Primal Hunter • Book 11

    by Zogarth

    Narrated by Travis Baldree

    4.65 ABR Score (13.2K ratings)
    ★ 4.54 Goodreads (7.4K) ★ 4.85 Audible (5.8K)
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    Jake faces Challenge Dungeons in Nevermore's competition, and Baldree's performance keeps this massive epic moving through complex magical systems and fights.

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    Beware of Chicken: A Xianxia Cultivation Novel

    Beware of Chicken • Book 1

    by CasualFarmer

    Narrated by Travis Baldree

    4.65 ABR Score (22.5K ratings)
    ★ 4.47 Goodreads (13.9K) ★ 4.82 Audible (8.6K)
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    A reincarnated cultivator ditches the typical path of violence and power-seeking to become a peaceful farmer instead—hilarious chaos ensues. Travis Baldree's warm, comedic timing perfectly captures the slice-of-life humor and unexpected wisdom.

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    Mark of the Fool 5

    Mark of the Fool • Book 5

    by J.M. Clarke

    Narrated by Travis Baldree

    4.64 ABR Score (9.6K ratings)
    ★ 4.55 Goodreads (5.6K) ★ 4.89 Audible (4.0K)
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    Alex ventures into the ancient Crymlyn swamp seeking answers about his Ravener pursuers, accompanied by wizards and the Heroes in this progression fantasy. Baldree continues to excel with Alex's character development, especially during high-stakes magical encounters.

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    Defiance of the Fall 4: A LitRPG Adventure

    Defiance of the Fall • Book 4

    by TheFirstDefier, Pavi Proczko, J.F. Brink

    Narrated by Pavi Proczko

    4.64 ABR Score (18.9K ratings)
    ★ 4.47 Goodreads (10.5K) ★ 4.83 Audible (8.4K)
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    Zac's forces finally locate the treasure-laden Underworld while undead armies close in from all sides. Pavi Proczko handles the expanding cast and escalating stakes with practiced ease.

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    Mark of the Fool 6

    Mark of the Fool • Book 6

    by J.M. Clarke

    Narrated by Travis Baldree

    4.64 ABR Score (8.9K ratings)
    ★ 4.55 Goodreads (4.9K) ★ 4.9 Audible (4.0K)
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    Alex must venture into Hell itself to uncover secrets about Thameland's deadly Cycle. Travis Baldree's performance has become synonymous with this beloved progression fantasy series.

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    Regicide

    The Completionist Chronicles • Book 2

    by Dakota Krout

    Narrated by Vikas Adam

    4.64 ABR Score (23.4K ratings)
    ★ 4.44 Goodreads (11.7K) ★ 4.81 Audible (11.7K)
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    Joe's reputation as an unhinged player who sacrifices allies creates guild drama beyond typical LitRPG mechanics. Vikas Adam captures both the gaming excitement and interpersonal tensions.

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    Black Sand Baron

    The Ripple System • Book 2

    by Kyle Kirrin

    Narrated by Travis Baldree

    4.64 ABR Score (10.2K ratings)
    ★ 4.52 Goodreads (3.4K) ★ 4.88 Audible (6.8K)
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    Ned's game-wide manhunt reaches fever pitch as he faces tens of thousands of religious zealots with only a squirrel-exploding bard for backup. Travis Baldree's performance captures both the absurdist humor and real stakes perfectly.

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    The Last Light

    The Wandering Inn • Book 5

    by Pirateaba

    Narrated by Andrea Parsneau

    4.64 ABR Score (9.6K ratings)
    ★ 4.58 Goodreads (4.4K) ★ 4.85 Audible (5.2K)
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    Princess Lyonette has been solving problems at the Wandering Inn, but what happens when the actual innkeeper returns from her adventures? Parsneau handles the massive cast and political complexity across this epic-length volume.

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    The Land: Forging

    Chaos Seeds • Book 2

    by Aleron Kong

    Narrated by Nick Podehl

    4.64 ABR Score (44.2K ratings)
    ★ 4.32 Goodreads (16.0K) ★ 4.79 Audible (28.2K)
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    Richter and Sion continue building their settlement while facing new threats and opportunities in the game world. Podehl's enthusiasm matches Kong's irreverent tone as the leveling system gets more complex and the stakes higher.

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    Mark of the Fool 7

    Mark of the Fool • Book 7

    by J.M. Clarke

    Narrated by Travis Baldree

    4.63 ABR Score (8.0K ratings)
    ★ 4.59 Goodreads (4.5K) ★ 4.89 Audible (3.5K)
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    Alex discovers ancient conspiracies about Thameland's cycle while planning to make himself too valuable for hidden priests to touch. Baldree's narration keeps the complex magical politics engaging across this epic-length installment.

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