The most famous Scottish voices on Audible – from Irvine Welsh to McAvoy and Tennant
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Audible is packed with top-quality listens – and some of the best are read in unmistakable Scottish voices. From gritty novels to big-name memoirs and full-blown audio dramas, these are the Scottish-narrated audiobooks worth plugging into this summer.
And thanks to Audible’s Prime Day deal, Prime members can currently get three months of Audible completely free – with one audiobook credit a month to keep, and unlimited streaming of Audible Originals.
Whether it’s the comfort of a familiar accent, the weight of a serious story told with Scottish steel, or just hearing a well-known voice lend warmth and wit to a great book – these titles are all the better for their brilliant narrators.
Trainspotting – read by Tam Dean Burn
Irvine Welsh’s cult Edinburgh novel is wild, raw and unforgettable – and Tam Dean Burn delivers every line with proper edge.
The Sandman – James McAvoy leads an all-star cast
Lanarkshire-born McAvoy heads up this incredible Audible Original, bringing Neil Gaiman’s dreamscape to life with eerie calm and real presence.
Doctor Who: The Mind of the Hodiac – written by and starring Russell T Davies & David Tennant
Tennant returns as the Doctor in this standalone sci-fi tale – sharp, nostalgic, and a brilliant pick for fans of the show or Scottish sci-fi royalty.
Bletherings – read by Alan Cumming
The Aberfeldy-born star has one of the most distinctive voices in showbiz – and this collection of musings and memoir is a charming listen.
Shuggie Bain – read by Angus King
Winner of the Booker Prize, this devastating story of growing up in 1980s Glasgow hits even harder when told in a Scottish voice. King’s narration is raw, grounded and powerful.
From absorbing memoirs to sweeping fantasy, these iconic voices bring something extra to every story. With three free credits plus full access to Originals, it’s the perfect time to plug in.
The three-month Audible free trial is only available to Prime members until 31 July, so don’t wait too long to pick your first listen.