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NYT Strands hints, answers for November 8
The NYT Strands hints and answers you need to make the most of your puzzling experience.
If you’re reading this, you’re looking for a little help playing Strands, the New York Times‘ elevated word-search game.
Strands requires the player to perform a twist on the classic word search. Words can be made from linked letters — up, down, left, right, or diagonal, but words can also change direction, resulting in quirky shapes and patterns. Every single letter in the grid will be part of an answer. There’s always a theme linking every solution, along with the “spangram,” a special, word or phrase that sums up that day’s theme, and spans the entire grid horizontally or vertically.
By providing an opaque hint and not providing the word list, Strands creates a brain-teasing game that takes a little longer to play than its other games, like Wordle and Connections.
If you’re feeling stuck or just don’t have 10 or more minutes to figure out today’s puzzle, we’ve got all the NYT Strands hints for today’s puzzle you need to progress at your preferred pace.
NYT Strands hint for today’s theme: 👋👏🤝🤏✌️☝️✊🙏
These words are literal translations.
Today’s NYT Strands theme plainly explained
Words for what these hands are doing.
NYT Strands spangram hint: Is it vertical or horizontal?
Today’s NYT Strands spangram is horizontal.
NYT Strands spangram answer today
Today’s spangram is HandGestures.
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NYT Strands word list for November 8
Pinch
Wave
Fist
Shake
Pray
Peace
Point
Clap
HandGestures
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We need to talk about ‘Disclaimer’s finale twist
Alfonso Cuarón’s ‘Disclaimer’ finale reveals Catherine’s (Cate Blanchett) devastating side of the story. Let’s break it down.
Right from its first episode, Alfonso Cuarón’s Disclaimer warned us to “beware of narrative and form.” After all, the person telling a story and the way in which they choose to tell it can be just as manipulative or misleading as an outright lie. Now, in Disclaimer‘s finale, that driving question of narrative manipulation finally comes to a head.
Throughout Disclaimer‘s first six episodes, we’ve only heard one side of the story of Jonathan Brigstocke’s (Louis Partridge) death, as laid out in a book by his mother Nancy (Lesley Manville). As Nancy writes in The Perfect Stranger, documentarian Catherine Ravenscroft (played in the present by Cate Blanchett, and in the past by Leila George) seduced Jonathan while on vacation in Italy with her young son, Nicholas (Kodi Smit-McPhee). Nancy’s evidence? Photos of Catherine in lingerie, then in the nude, that she found while developing film from Jonathan’s camera.
According to The Perfect Stranger, Catherine convinced Jonathan to stay with her an extra day to extend their beachside affair. However, as the two rushed off to have sex, Nicholas went out into the sea on a small boat, unsupervised. Upon returning to the beach, Jonathan saved him, only to drown as lifeguards focused solely on saving Nicholas.
Nancy believes that Catherine made the monstrous choice not to call attention to Jonathan’s struggles out at sea because he’d wanted to return to London with her, which would complicate matters with her husband, Robert (Sacha Baron Cohen). She channeled that hatred of Catherine into writing The Perfect Stranger. Upon Nancy’s death, her husband, Stephen (Kevin Kline), used that manuscript to steadily tear Catherine’s life apart, all without having ever met her.
The two finally come face to face in Disclaimer‘s finale, and Catherine gets to share her side of the story. While she admits Nancy got some elements of the story right — details of the location, for example, and the fact that Catherine chose to stay silent about Jonathan’s drowning — her telling is far from the lusty sexual escapades detailed in The Perfect Stranger. Instead, it’s a graphic, devastating account of sexual assault, one that throws all of Disclaimer into a harsh new light. Let’s break it down.
What really happened between Catherine and Jonathan in Disclaimer?
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As Catherine tells Stephen in Disclaimer‘s finale, Jonathan broke into her hotel room and forced her at knifepoint to undress. Hoping to protect herself and Nicholas, she complied. He then made her pose for him as he took photos, and raped her throughout the night. Disclaimer shows the traumatic scene in detail, but without any diegetic sound. Instead, all we hear is Catherine’s narration, retelling a story she’s never told anyone else.
Her narration continues into the next day, when, hoping to maintain an air of normalcy for Nicholas, she took him to the beach. Exhausted and in pain from Jonathan’s assault, she falls asleep, at which point Nicholas drifts off to sea. From here, the story plays out similarly to Nancy’s conception of it: Jonathan rushes out to save Nicholas; lifeguards bring the boy safely back to shore; and Catherine says nothing about Jonathan. However, Catherine’s motivation here is more complicated, as the young man who saved her son’s life is her rapist.
With Jonathan dead, and with everyone believing him to be a hero, Catherine chose to get rid of any evidence she’d collected of the assault, including photos she took of her injuries. “I thought, ‘Thank God he’s dead. I don’t have to prove myself innocent to anyone. I don’t have to talk about it if I don’t want to. I don’t have to relive it if I don’t want to,'” she tells Stephen.
Catherine also reveals she learned she was pregnant after the trip and, not knowing whether the father was Robert or Jonathan, terminated the pregnancy. With all physical traces of the assault gone, she hoped to continue her life as if nothing ever happened. But the arrival of The Perfect Stranger re-ignited that trauma, painting her as the villain when she was in fact a victim.
Disclaimer has been building to this reveal for a while.
Credit: AppleTV+
I’m always conflicted when film and TV use sexual assault as a plot device. Too often, it can feel like hollow shock factor, brutalization for brutalization’s sake. That Disclaimer positions Catherine’s rape as a twist, especially after six episodes of what feels more like a pulpy thriller, threatens to push the show into shock-factor territory.
However, Disclaimer has been building to Catherine’s story for its entire run, planting seeds of doubt in the viewers’ minds even as Stephen, Robert, and Nicholas blindly believe the fantasy Nancy has presented. For example, we learn that the suggestive photos Jonathan took of Catherine on the beach were nonconsensual images of her brushing sand from her thighs and chest well before they met. We also learn that the small knife wound Nancy saw on Jonathan’s arm at the morgue was self-inflicted as part of his attempts to scare Catherine. And we get a better understanding of why Jonathan’s girlfriend, Sasha (Liv Hill), left him in Italy in the first place. It wasn’t because her aunt died, as Nancy wrote in The Perfect Stranger. Instead, it’s because of a fight the two had that led to her mother making what Nancy called some “extreme” accusations. While we never learn exactly what those are, there’s a clear undertone of sexual violence to their parting — one that Stephen and especially Nancy conveniently ignore.
Then, of course, there’s the fact that The Perfect Stranger is solely a product of Nancy’s speculation, and we know that she has a very rosy outlook on who Jonathan was. (It’s an outlook that Cuarón renders literal with the warm, summery glow of any scene lifted from The Perfect Stranger.) Her version of Jonathan is such a perfect, innocent angel that it’s impossible to think of him as a real person — he’s literally too good to be true.
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Nancy’s overprotectiveness of Jonathan’s character in death means she offloads flaw after flaw onto her fictionalized version of Catherine, someone she’s only seen in suggestive photos. Because of this, she leans hard into the misogynistic trope of the predatory older woman, painting Catherine as a demonic temptress. (Only one of these women has written Kylie Minogue-centric erotica about her son, though.)
Cuarón combats Nancy’s characterization of Catherine as a temptress through elements beyond the narrative content of Catherine’s encounter with Jonathan. For instance, the paintings on Catherine’s hotel room ceiling shift depending on the account. In Nancy’s imaginings of Catherine and Jonathan’s passionate love affair, the ceiling depicts lovers entwined in a passionate embrace. When Catherine recalls her assault, she remembers the ceiling bearing the image of an ailing woman held up by angels, while the painting above her bed is a woman in a frightened state of undress.
Elsewhere, Catherine wears a red swimsuit the day of Jonathan’s death in The Perfect Stranger — the same color she wore when they met. But in Catherine’s memory, the swimsuit is black, reminiscent of mourning and the pain she suffered the night before. Of course, the small details in Catherine’s telling may not all be objectively “true,” as they are a memory. But they inform the tone of her recollection of a great trauma, and because of that, there’s far more truth to them than Nancy’s fiction — especially since Nancy’s only “proof” was a set of photographs. And as Catherine tells Stephen, “photographs are not reality…They are a fragment of reality.”
In the end, that’s what Disclaimer comes down to: Do you choose to believe shocking fragments of a tale presented out of context? Or do you question them and seek the truth?
Stephen and Robert choose the former, with Stephen using the photos as part of his quest for vengeance, and Robert using them to further fuel his conception of himself as a victim at Catherine’s hands. Neither stop to consider what Catherine might say, leading each to ask themselves the same thing about The Perfect Stranger in the finale: “Why did you not question it?” The simplest answer might just be that they never even considered the alternative, so caught up are they in the beleaguered heroism of their own stories.
And that brings us back to Catherine, whose own perspective throughout Disclaimer has been carefully guarded, characterized only by a scolding narrator (voiced by Indira Varma) who picks at her shame. Based on that narration, it could be easy to assume Catherine is guilty of everything Nancy accuses her of. Yet her abject horror at The Perfect Stranger, as well as the many holes in Nancy’s story, are more than enough reason to start doubting the story we’ve been presented about Jonathan. With Catherine’s revelation in Disclaimer‘s finale, the series confirms all these doubts. All along, we haven’t been watching a woman hide from a heinous past crime. Instead, we’ve been watching Catherine as she’s forced to re-live her trauma, something she never thought she’d have to do. It’s nothing short of gutting, and less of a twist than a vital narrative re-contextualization.
Disclaimer is now streaming on AppleTV+.
If you have experienced sexual abuse, call the free, confidential National Sexual Assault hotline at 1-800-656-HOPE (4673), or access the 24-7 help online by visiting online.rainn.org.
How to watch Ireland vs. New Zealand online for free
Watch Ireland vs. New Zealand in the Autumn Nations Series for free from anywhere in the world.
TL;DR: Live stream Ireland vs. New Zealand in the Autumn Nations Series for free on Virgin Media Player. Access this free streaming platform from anywhere in the world with ExpressVPN.
The Autumn Nations Series brings together the biggest international sides in the world of rugby. Outside of the World Cup, this series of fixtures offers the best chance of seeing the northern and southern hemispheres battle it out.
The biggest game from the second round of Autumn Internationals is surely Ireland vs. New Zealand. These sides last met in the World Cup quarter final, with the All Blacks coming out on top and crushing the dreams of the pre-tournament favorites. Can the Irish come out on top at the Aviva Stadium?
If you want to watch Ireland vs. New Zealand in the Autumn Nations Series from anywhere in the world, we have all the information you need.
When is Ireland vs. New Zealand?
Ireland vs. New Zealand in the Autumn Nations Series kicks off at 8:10 p.m. GMT on Nov. 8. This fixture takes place at the Aviva Stadium.
How to watch Ireland vs. New Zealand for free
Ireland vs. New Zealand is available to live stream for free on Virgin Media Player in Ireland.
If you’re abroad for this fixture, you might need to use a VPN to unblock Virgin Media Player. These tools can hide your real IP address (digital location) and connect you to a secure server in Ireland, meaning you can unblock Virgin Media Player to stream the Autumn Nations Series for free from anywhere in the world.
Live stream Ireland vs. New Zealand for free by following these simple steps:
Subscribe to a streaming-friendly VPN (like ExpressVPN)
Download the app to your device of choice (the best VPNs have apps for Windows, Mac, iOS, Android, Linux, and more)
Open up the app and connect to a server in Ireland
Visit Virgin Media Player
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What is the best VPN for Virgin Media Player?
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Wordle today: Answer, hints for November 8
Here’s the answer for “Wordle” #1238 on November 8, as well as a few hints, tips, and clues to help you solve it yourself.
Oh hey there! If you’re here, it must be time for Wordle. As always, we’re serving up our daily hints and tips to help you figure out today’s answer.
If you just want to be told today’s word, you can jump to the bottom of this article for November 8’s Wordle solution revealed. But if you’d rather solve it yourself, keep reading for some clues, tips, and strategies to assist you.
Where did Wordle come from?
Originally created by engineer Josh Wardle as a gift for his partner, Wordle rapidly spread to become an international phenomenon, with thousands of people around the globe playing every day. Alternate Wordle versions created by fans also sprang up, including battle royale Squabble, music identification game Heardle, and variations like Dordle and Quordle that make you guess multiple words at once.
Wordle eventually became so popular that it was purchased by the New York Times, and TikTok creators even livestream themselves playing.
What’s the best Wordle starting word?
The best Wordle starting word is the one that speaks to you. But if you prefer to be strategic in your approach, we have a few ideas to help you pick a word that might help you find the solution faster. One tip is to select a word that includes at least two different vowels, plus some common consonants like S, T, R, or N.
What happened to the Wordle archive?
The entire archive of past Wordle puzzles was originally available for anyone to enjoy whenever they felt like it, but it was later taken down, with the website’s creator stating it was done at the request of the New York Times. However, the New York Times then rolled out its own Wordle Archive, available only to NYT Games subscribers.
Is Wordle getting harder?
It might feel like Wordle is getting harder, but it actually isn’t any more difficult than when it first began. You can turn on Wordle‘s Hard Mode if you’re after more of a challenge, though.
Here’s a subtle hint for today’s Wordle answer:
Is prepared.
Does today’s Wordle answer have a double letter?
There are no reoccurring letters.
Today’s Wordle is a 5-letter word that starts with…
Today’s Wordle starts with the letter R.
The Wordle answer today is…
Get your last guesses in now, because it’s your final chance to solve today’s Wordle before we reveal the solution.
Drumroll please!
The solution to today’s Wordle is…
READY.
Don’t feel down if you didn’t manage to guess it this time. There will be a new Wordle for you to stretch your brain with tomorrow, and we’ll be back again to guide you with more helpful hints.
Are you also playing NYT Strands? See hints and answers for today’s Strands.
Reporting by Chance Townsend, Caitlin Welsh, Sam Haysom, Amanda Yeo, Shannon Connellan, Cecily Mauran, Mike Pearl, and Adam Rosenberg contributed to this article.
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Not the day you’re after? Here’s the solution to yesterday’s Wordle.
NYT Connections hints today: Clues, answers for November 8
Connections is a New York Times word game that’s all about finding the “common threads between words.” How to solve the puzzle.
Connections is the latest New York Times word game that’s captured the public’s attention. The game is all about finding the “common threads between words.” And just like Wordle, Connections resets after midnight and each new set of words gets trickier and trickier—so we’ve served up some hints and tips to get you over the hurdle.
If you just want to be told today’s puzzle, you can jump to the end of this article for November 8’s Connections solution. But if you’d rather solve it yourself, keep reading for some clues, tips, and strategies to assist you.
What is Connections?
The NYT‘s latest daily word game has become a social media hit. The Times credits associate puzzle editor Wyna Liu with helping to create the new word game and bringing it to the publications’ Games section. Connections can be played on both web browsers and mobile devices and require players to group four words that share something in common.
Each puzzle features 16 words and each grouping of words is split into four categories. These sets could comprise of anything from book titles, software, country names, etc. Even though multiple words will seem like they fit together, there’s only one correct answer.
If a player gets all four words in a set correct, those words are removed from the board. Guess wrong and it counts as a mistake—players get up to four mistakes until the game ends.
Players can also rearrange and shuffle the board to make spotting connections easier. Additionally, each group is color-coded with yellow being the easiest, followed by green, blue, and purple. Like Wordle, you can share the results with your friends on social media.
Here’s a hint for today’s Connections categories
Want a hit about the categories without being told the categories? Then give these a try:
Yellow: Daring adventure
Green: Pickles
Blue: Could be sexually suggestive
Purple: Sayings for getting rid of something
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Here are today’s Connections categories
Need a little extra help? Today’s connections fall into the following categories:
Yellow: Escapade
Green: Kinds of Pickles
Blue: Risqué
Purple: Cut The___
Looking for Wordle today? Here’s the answer to today’s Wordle.
Ready for the answers? This is your last chance to turn back and solve today’s puzzle before we reveal the solutions.
Drumroll, please!
The solution to today’s Connections #515 is…
What is the answer to Connections today
Escapade: ANTIC, CAPER, EXPLOIT, STUNT
Kinds of Pickles: DILL, KOSHER, SOUR, SWEET
Risqué: ADULT, BLUE, SPICY, SUGGESTIVE
Cut The___: CHEESE, CORD, DECK, MUSTARD
Don’t feel down if you didn’t manage to guess it this time. There will be new Connections for you to stretch your brain with tomorrow, and we’ll be back again to guide you with more helpful hints.
Are you also playing NYT Strands? See hints and answers for today’s Strands.
If you’re looking for more puzzles, Mashable’s got games now! Check out our games hub for Mahjong, Sudoku, free crossword, and more.
Not the day you’re after? Here’s the solution to yesterday’s Connections.
Robert Downey Jr’s Broadway debut ‘McNeal’ utilized Artificial Intelligence to create a theatrical immersive experience. Projection designer Jake Barton shows us how.
Robert Downey Jr plays an acclaimed novelist with an unhealthy relationship with Artificial Intelligence in ‘McNeal’. Projectionist and designer, Jake Barton, was tasked in creating the visually immersive element of the play to not only harness the essence of AI, but utilize it within the art itself.
Robert Downey Jr plays an acclaimed novelist with an unhealthy relationship with Artificial Intelligence in ‘McNeal’. Projectionist and designer, Jake Barton, was tasked in creating the visually immersive element of the play to not only harness the essence of AI, but utilize it within the art itself.
Streaming alert: ‘Deadpool & Wolverine’ is coming to Disney+
Wondering how to watch ‘Deadpool & Wolverine’? As of Nov. 12, it’s officially heading to Disney+. Here are the best streaming deals.
Disney+ Premium annual subscription (no ads)
(save 17%)
Disney Bundle Duo Basic (Hulu and Disney+ with ads)
(save 44%)
Disney+ Premium (no ads)
(save up to $159.99)
Disney Bundle: Disney+ Premium (no ads), Hulu, and ESPN (with ads)
(save $11.99 per month)
Disney+ Premium (no ads)
(save $15.99 per month)
Marvel Studios’ Deadpool & Wolverine reunited the star power of Ryan Reynolds and Hugh Jackman this summer, attempting to save us from chronic superhero fatigue. It quickly became the highest-grossing R-rated movie of all time — and now it’s headed to the small screen.
If you missed out on Marvel’s most outrageous superhero’s latest shenanigans in the theater, now’s your chance to catch the movie from the comfort of your couch. Here’s everything you need to know about how to watch Deadpool & Wolverine at home.
What is Deadpool & Wolverine about?
Directed by Shawn Levy, (Free Guy, Night at the Museum), Deadpool & Wolverine uses a bit of reconning to situate its narrative after the events of Deadpool, Deadpool 2, and Logan. It follows Wade Wilson, aka Deadpool (Reynolds), whose existence is threatened when the Time Variance Authority interferes with his life. To save his universe, he hijacks the TVA to call upon a non-dead Wolverine (Jackman) for help. But, as Mashable’s Film Editor Kristy Puchko wrote it in her review, “things go from team-up to trouble when Deadpool and his kidnapped Wolverine are pitched into the TVA’s wasteland.”
Get a sneak peek in the trailer below.
Is Deadpool & Wolverine worth watching?
Second to only Disney-Pixar’s Inside Out 2, Deadpool & Wolverine‘s domestic, international, and worldwide box office numbers make it the biggest theatrical release of the year. But, as you probably know, numbers don’t always tell the whole story. In this case, audiences not only showed up for the film, but came out of the theaters loving it. On Rotten Tomatoes, it’s currently sitting at a 94 percent audience score. Critics, on the other hand, are slightly less enthused. The sequel has just a 78 percent critic rating on Rotten Tomatoes.
Our own reviewer criticized the Disney-fying of Marvel’s most outrageous superhero, writing, “It seems without a big studio franchise to fight against or parody, Deadpool becomes another cog in the Marvel machine.” However, she also adds that “Levy and his team pack so much entertainment into this chaotic movie that it’s easy to overlook its rough bits as you’re watching.”
Is it going to save superhero movies? Probably not. But as Puchko noted, “It’s just really fucking fun.”
Read our full review of Deadpool & Wolverine.
How to watch Deadpool & Wolverine at home
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A little over two months after Deadpool & Wolverine‘s explosive theatrical debut, it became available to watch at home via video-on-demand sites like Prime Video, Apple TV, and Fandango at Home (Vudu). You can purchase the film for your digital library for $19.99. It will also be available to rent at a later date. If you’d rather stream Deadpool & Wolverine, keep scrolling to learn more.
As of Oct. 1, you can purchase the film at the following retailers:
Prime Video — buy for $19.99
Apple TV — buy for $19.99
Fandango at Home (Vudu) — buy for $19.99
YouTube — buy for $19.99
Google Play — buy for $19.99
When is Deadpool & Wolverine streaming?
Deadpool & Wolverine is set to make its streaming debut on Nov. 12 on Disney+. It’s a bit surprising that an R-rated film will join the library on the family-friendly streamer instead of Hulu (where most R and PG-13 films produced by Disney subsidiaries appear), but since Disney+ is the home to all the other films and shows in the MCU, it only makes sense that Deadpool & Wolverine join them.
Not yet a Disney+ subscriber? Subscriptions start at $9.99 after a price hike last month, but we’ve rounded up a few of the best ways you can save some money on the streaming service below.
The best Disney+ streaming deals
Best Disney+ deal for most people
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Disney+ recently hiked its prices up from $7.99 to $9.99 with ads and $13.99 to $15.99 without ads, which is a mega bummer. Fortunately, though, you can still save some money on a subscription by signing up for a year upfront. With an annual plan without ads, you’ll pay $159.99 per year, which breaks down to just $13.33 per month. That’s about 17% in savings each month.
Best Disney+ bundle deal
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If you already subscribe to Hulu and you don’t mind a few ads here and there, you can bundle Hulu with Disney+ for just $10.99 per month. That’s basically like getting Disney+ for just $1 per month, saving you 44% compared to paying for each separately. You can also take things a step further and add Max (with ads) into the mix for a grand total of $16.99 per month. Or, if you’re more into sports, sub Max for ESPN+ for just $14.99 per month for all three. Even though you have to deal with ads, it’s a hard deal to beat. To watch without ads, you’ll have to pay an extra $9 per month for the Disney+ and Hulu bundle and an extra $13 per month for the trio bundle with Max.
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Disney+ Premium (no ads)
Verizon Fios home internet users on the 2 Gig Streaming or 2 Gig Complete package can score a free year of Disney+ Premium (no ads), while those on the 1 Gig Streaming or 1 Gig Complete package can sign up for six free months. Check your plan and read about eligibility terms over on the Verizon website to activate the offer. Either way, your trial should give you plenty of time to stream Deadpool & Wolverine for free.
Best Disney+ deal for Verizon Wireless customers
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Disney Bundle: Disney+ Premium (no ads), Hulu, and ESPN (with ads)
Verizon Wireless customers can get a stellar deal on Disney+ through Verizon myPlan. Just add a Disney Bundle to your account through myPlan, which includes Disney+ Premium (no ads), Hulu (with ads), and ESPN (with ads). All three would usually cost you $37.97 per months separately, but by signing up through this myPlan deal, you’ll only pay $10 per month. With the recent price increase of all three streamers, the Verizon myPlan deal hasn’t changed, making it an even better deal.
Best way to get Disney+ for free
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If you’re a Total Wireless customer on the $60/month prepaid unlimited plan, you get Disney+ Premium (no ads) for free. No terms or trial periods. Just keep your account in good standing and you get Disney+ included with your account. If you cancel or switch your plan, your subscription will end as well. If you’re on the $50/month prepaid unlimited plan, you can also score six free months of Disney+, which is plenty of time to watch Deadpool & Wolverine. Want to extend your trial? Just upgrade to the $60/month plan.
Save over 80% on Audible audiobooks and dive into new stories this winter
Hundreds of Audible audiobooks are on sale at Amazon for over 80% off
SAVE OVER 80%: Hundreds of audiobooks are on sale at Amazon, with some discounted by over 80%.
‘The Charity Shop Detective Agency’ by Peter Boland
(save $27.91)
‘The Good Wife of Bath’ by Karen Brooks
(save $28.10)
‘Burma Sahib’ by Paul Theroux
(save $17.20)
Now that we’re dealing with early sunsets and cooler temps, settling in with a good audiobook for the evening has a special kind of appeal. Or if you’re not one to sit still for long, following along with an audiobook on a walk, during the morning commute, or while doing chores around the house is a great addition. Pop in your earbuds and you’ll be whirled off to a new world, on new adventures, or heading deep into learning mode.
If you’re in the mood to save some money for Black Friday sales but are still on the lookout for new audiobooks, Amazon has some great titles on sale today. Here are a few of our top picks:
Best mystery audiobook deal
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Why we like it
Dogs Need Nice Homes, the local charity shop, has lost a favorite customer. Sarah Brown, an 86-year-old who frequented the shop, was murdered under suspicious circumstances. She held a domino in her hand with a name sketched into it upon her death. Not long after, another death occurred, also with a domino in the hand of the deceased.
The ladies who work at Dogs Need Nice Homes take it upon themselves to solve the mystery of the unidentified serial killer and find unlikely allies with the Cats Alliance across the road.
Help the charity shops solve the case with the audiobook version of The Charity Shop Detective Agency by Peter Boland. The audiobook typically costs $33.90, but thanks to Amazon’s sale price, you can download the audiobook for just $5.99, which means you’ll save a massive 82%.
Best historical fiction audiobook deal
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Why we like it
The Good Wife of Bath by Karen Brooks takes us to the Middle Ages to meet Eleanor. Married off at just 12 years old to an elderly farmer, Eleanor realizes her life isn’t going well. But her knack for business and a thankfully kind husband leads Eleanor to turn the tables on her fate. Follow along as the novel moves through her life’s adventures, marriages, pilgrimages, and more.
With an impressive listening time of almost 20 hours, The Good Wife of Bath is a great pick if you’re ready to spend some quality time with an audiobook over the holidays.
Best travel-inspired audiobook deal
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Why we like it
From acclaimed writer Paul Theroux, Burma Sahib takes a glimpse into the life of Eric Blair, a conscript who’s less than pleased about his assignment as a servant to the British Empire in Burma. Adjusting to a new life mixed with fellow British and the language, culture, and people of Burma prove to be a challenge for Blair. Clashing with superiors means Blair is in for quite the adventure in his new home.
Those who are fans of George Orwell books might be particularly interested in Burma Sahib, since Eric Blair chose then pen name of George Orwell.
An Amazon editor’s pick, the audiobook version of Burma Sahib is on sale for just $7.99, down from the list price of $25.19 which means you’re in for a 68% discount.
More audiobook deals at Amazon:
Inside These Halls by Adrian J. Smith — $5.99 $33.90 (save $27.91)
The Black Swan of Paris by Karen Robards — $5.99 $33.29 (save $27.30)
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Jack Black becomes Satan in mischievous ‘Dear Santa’ trailer
“Dear Santa” premieres Nov. 25 on Paramount+.
“Dear Santa” premieres Nov. 25 on Paramount+.
Hugh Grant will scare your socks off in exclusive ‘Heretic’ clip
Hugh Grant, Sophie Thatcher, and Chloe East star in this A24-produced horror film, out Nov. 8.
Hugh Grant, Sophie Thatcher, and Chloe East star in this A24-produced horror film, out Nov. 8.