Seth Hartman
Seth listens in order to find immersive, emotionally resonant storytelling that steeps him in other points of view. Anything is fair game so long as it sparks the imagination, be it dark fantasy, memoir, historical fiction, or popular psychology. When he is not filling his head with audio, Seth can be found avoiding potholes while biking the streets of Brooklyn, marauding farmers markets, and obsessively watching horror movie trailers.
Most anticipated listens of 2024
Articles & Interviews
Finding home in heroics and half-bloods
Almost 20 years after Percy Jackson's debut, editor Seth Hartman reflects on his connection to the epic urban fantasy series.
Sherlock Holmes is the world's greatest detective, and with good reason
More than 120 years since his character was introduced, Sir Arthur Conan Doyle's pipe-smoking investigator remains the most iconic sleuth of all time.
Everything you need to know about Percy Jackson and the Olympians
Before you tune in to the new Disney+ show, brush up on the world of Rick Riordan’s beloved series.
Discover the timeless Greek myths that inspired the world of Percy Jackson
From Heracles to Homer, here are just a few of the ancient tales that inspired events of the hit series.
"A Game of Thrones" is a masterful start to an epic dark fantasy
George R.R. Martin kicked off a fantasy sensation with this story of betrayals, power vacuums, and the lengths we're willing to go for our families.
Jeff Kinney on inspiring kids to be wimpy for over 15 years
The author of the Diary of a Wimpy Kid series talks about how he generates new ideas–and what he hopes kids take away from his wry hero, Greg Heffley.
"The Disaster Artist" is the ultimate ode to failure
Author and actor Greg Sestero recounts his—shall we say—unique experience working on The Room, a film considered one of the worst of all time.
"The Confidence Gap" helps you grow at your own pace
Dr. Russ Harris brings his expertise in Acceptance and Commitment Therapy to light in this realistic guide to self-development.
"A Wrinkle in Time" is a bona fide speculative fiction classic
More than 60 years after its debut, Madeleine L'Engle's space-faring tale continues to delight and challenge young readers and grown-ups alike.
The best audiobooks about aliens for curious humans
Exploring topics from astrophysics to Martian invasion, these listens—from speculative fiction to scientific explorations and the occult—will have you looking to the stars.
"The Chronicles of Narnia" is a cultural touchstone for the ages
More than 70 years after its initial release, C.S. Lewis's high fantasy epic remains as resonant as ever.
"One Flew Over the Cuckoo's Nest" continues to challenge the status quo
Ken Kesey's legendary novel challenges readers with its biting critique of mental health services and American culture at large.
