Best Ryan H. Reid Audiobooks

The best audiobooks narrated by Ryan H. Reid — 8 titles spanning Fantasy, Historical Fiction, averaging 3.92 ABR stars.

Ryan H. Reid has carved out a niche in the corners of genre fiction where things get weird in the best way — cozy fantasy, Wild West cultivation, LitRPG — and he handles the tonal whiplash better than most. His work on the Natural Magic series by Ciara Blume showcases a warmth and light touch that suits the cozy-with-romance subgenre perfectly, while the Elemental Gunslinger books demand something grittier, and he delivers. There's a relaxed confidence to his delivery — never overplaying the comedy, never forcing the drama — that makes him easy to spend hours with. He's a strong fit for listeners who gravitate toward indie fantasy with unconventional premises, the kind of books that need a narrator who can play it straight without being stiff. His range across Natural Magic and Will Tanner alone shows he's comfortable on both sides of the spectrum.

Where to Start with Ryan H. Reid

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    Sweep with Me

    Innkeeper Chronicles [Dramatized Adaptation] #4.5 • Book 5

    by Ilona Andrews, Nora Achrati, Ryan H. Reid, Samantha Cooper, Scott McCormick, Karen Novack, Rob McFadyen, Terence Aselford

    Narrated by James Konicek, Jeff Allin, Karen Novack, Nora Achrati, Scott McCormick, Terence Aselford, Rob McFadyen, Robb Moreira, Ryan H. Reid, Samantha Cooper, Troy Allan

    ★ 4.14 ABR Score (787 ratings)
    ★ 4.36 Goodreads (455) ★ 4.81 Audible (332)
    3h 9m listening time • Released 2022
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    The Mudpuddle Manual of Natural Magic: A Delightful Cozy Fantasy Story with Hints of Romance (Natural Magic Book 1) cover

    The Mudpuddle Manual of Natural Magic: A Delightful Cozy Fantasy Story with Hints of Romance (Natural Magic Book 1)

    Natural Magic • Book 1

    by Ciara Blume

    Narrated by Ryan H. Reid, Jessica Threet, Andrea Parsneau, Travis Baldree

    ★ 4.06 ABR Score (1.9K ratings)
    ★ 4.33 Goodreads (1.8K) ★ 4.76 Audible (67)
    12h 46m listening time • Released 2025

    Four narrators bring genuine chemistry to this cozy mystery, making the banter between characters feel lived-in and the slow-burn romance actually land. Perfect if you want genre comfort food that doesn't skimp on the audio performance.

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    Bunny Girl Evolution 1: A Monster Evolution LitRPG

    Bunny Girl Evolution • Book 1

    by Sir Bedivere The Mad

    Narrated by Dorrie Sacks, Justin Thomas James, Ryan H. Reid, Jeff Hays, Andrea Parsneau, Tess Irondale

    ★ 4.03 ABR Score (939 ratings)
    ★ 4.22 Goodreads (521) ★ 4.62 Audible (418)
    18h 32m listening time • Released 2025
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    Wriggly Little Hands

    by Alex Knight

    Narrated by Dorrie Sacks, Justin Thomas James, Gary Furlong, Ryan H. Reid, Christopher Ragland, Tiana Camacho, Andrea Parsneau, Jeff Hays

    ★ 3.89 ABR Score (212 ratings)
    ★ 4.27 Goodreads (132) ★ 4.6 Audible (80)
    10h 28m listening time • Released 2025
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    Flamespitter (Elemental Gunslinger, Book 1) - A Wild West Cultivation Story cover

    Flamespitter (Elemental Gunslinger, Book 1) - A Wild West Cultivation Story

    Elemental Gunslinger • Book 1

    by Jonathan Smidt

    Narrated by Ryan H. Reid, Andrea Parsneau, Jeff Hays

    ★ 3.88 ABR Score (371 ratings)
    ★ 4.19 Goodreads (186) ★ 4.45 Audible (185)
    12h 13m listening time • Released 2024
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    The Witches Catalogue of Wanderlust Essentials : A Cozy Fantasy Adventure with Hints of Romance (Natural Magic Book 2) cover

    The Witches Catalogue of Wanderlust Essentials : A Cozy Fantasy Adventure with Hints of Romance (Natural Magic Book 2)

    Natural Magic • Book 2

    by Ciara Blume

    Narrated by Ryan H. Reid, Jessica Threet, Andrea Parsneau, Travis Baldree, Dorrie Sacks

    ★ 3.83 ABR Score (432 ratings)
    ★ 4.52 Goodreads (431) ★ 5 Audible (1)
    11h 37m listening time • Released 2026

    The five-narrator ensemble cast transforms this cozy fantasy into something genuinely immersive—each character gets a distinct voice that makes the banter and romance feel effortlessly alive.

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    The Violent Storm : Will Tanner 7 (Will Tanner, U.S. Deputy Marshall)

    Will Tanner • Book 7

    by J.A. Johnstone, William W. Johnstone

    Narrated by Chris Stinson, Christopher Graybill, Holly Adams, Matthew Bassett, Michael John Casey, Nazia Chaudhry, Nora Achrati, Terence Aselford, Zeke Alton, Ryan H. Reid, Mike Ciporkin

    ★ 3.77 ABR Score (16 ratings)
    ★ 4.88 Audible (16)
    5h 26m listening time • Released 2022
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    The Beast of the Black Hills (Elemental Gunslinger, Book 2) - A Wild West Cultivation Story cover

    The Beast of the Black Hills (Elemental Gunslinger, Book 2) - A Wild West Cultivation Story

    Elemental Gunslinger • Book 2

    by Jonathan Smidt, Portal Books

    Narrated by Ryan H. Reid, Jeff Hays, Andrea Parsneau

    ★ 3.74 ABR Score (32 ratings)
    ★ 4.33 Goodreads (18) ★ 4.79 Audible (14)
    10h 47m listening time • Released 2026
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