Cynthia Erivo (left) and Barbra Streisand.Photo:Jamie McCarthy/Getty; Jason Merritt/Getty
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Amy Sedaris.Jamie McCarthy/WireImage
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“As we celebrate the 30th anniversary of the Audie Awards, we’re reflecting on three decades of honoring the incredible talent and innovation within the audiobook industry,” said Audio Publishers Association President Sean McManus.
“This year’s finalists represent the very best in storytelling, and we couldn’t be more excited to celebrate their achievements. We’re also thrilled to have Amy Sedaris as our host — her wit, charm and unmistakable sense of humor will bring a unique spark to the evening. It’s a perfect match for an event that celebrates the art of voice and performance, and we can’t wait for everyone to join us in this special celebration!”
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See below for the full list of Audie Award finalists.
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Penguin
Andrew Garfield and Cynthia Erivo.Frazer Harrison/Getty; Matt Winkelmeyer/Getty
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Frazer Harrison/Getty; Matt Winkelmeyer/Getty
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Gallery Books
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Malcolm Gladwell.Jesse Grant/Getty
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Thomas Nelson
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‘Challenger: A True Story of Heroism and Disaster on the Edge of Space’.Avid Reader Press / Simon & Schuster
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Avid Reader Press / Simon & Schuster
John Mulaney.Bruce Glikas/WireImage
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National Book Awards
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Riley Keough.Amy Sussman/Getty
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Spotify Audiobooks
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Ruth Wilson.Slaven Vlasic/Getty
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