Image credit: slate.com Loved the interesting plot of the movie Oppenheimer? We have picked five audiobooks that you must listen to get, if not completely similar, but close vibes of the 2023 classic: #1 American Prometheus Inspiration to the phenomenal movie Oppenheimer itself, American Prometheus, is the biography of the American theoretical physicist J. Robert … [Read more...] about Can’t Get Over Oppenheimer? These Five Audiobooks Are a Must Listen
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Audiobooks Are On The Rise! Does That Mean Traditional Reading Is Fading Away?
Books have been our companions since ancient times. It has consistently encouraged valuable knowledge, vocabulary, and cognitive boost in people while also building empathy and creativity. While traditional reading has been widely adopted by people, it seems like audiobooks are giving nip and tuck competition to the same. In fact, the competition is so tough that there is a … [Read more...] about Audiobooks Are On The Rise! Does That Mean Traditional Reading Is Fading Away?
Audible has a 65% market share for Audiobook Sales in the United States
The Amazon Kindle e-readers are the most popular ones in the world, and in the United States, they represent over 80% of all devices sold. Amazon owns Audible, the most dominant audiobook store. Their audiobook market share in the United States was 63.4% as of 2022. Audiobook sales in the United States were $1.8 billion in 2022. $1.01 billion of this figure was generated by … [Read more...] about Audible has a 65% market share for Audiobook Sales in the United States
Rediscovering a beloved ‘Star Trek’ classic: Andrew Robinson’s Audiobook – A Stitch in Time
The boundless cosmos of the Star Trek franchise has introduced to us a myriad of captivating characters. Among these, one enigmatic figure stands out, capturing the adoration and passion of fans with unparalleled intensity. As The Mary Sue pointed out, Andrew Robinson's portrayal of Elim Garak on Star Trek: Deep Space Nine has etched a lasting place in the hearts of Trekkies, … [Read more...] about Rediscovering a beloved ‘Star Trek’ classic: Andrew Robinson’s Audiobook – A Stitch in Time
Wirtualna Polska Holding Group completes acquisition of audiobook company AudiotekaÂ
In an exciting development for the audiobook industry, Wirtualna Polska Holding Group has recently completed the acquisition of Audioteka for a staggering €17 million, Tech.eu reported. This strategic move solidifies Wirtualna Polska's position in the market and marks a significant milestone in its expansion plans.The acquisition process kicked off in September 2022 when … [Read more...] about Wirtualna Polska Holding Group completes acquisition of audiobook company AudiotekaÂ
Can Audiobooks Replace Physical Books in Future?
Audiobooks have recently gained immense popularity for their interesting stories, professional narrators, and accessible online platforms. It allows you to listen to your favorite books while multi-tasking and expanding your vocabulary. That's why, lately, many readers have preferred audiobooks over physical books.Now with such a trend, you must be wondering whether … [Read more...] about Can Audiobooks Replace Physical Books in Future?
Audible secures debut audiobook by Chelsea FC women manager
Audible has acquired the rights to Kill the Unicorn: Forget Perfection, Embrace Your Flaws, and Be Your Best, the highly anticipated debut audiobook by Emma Hayes, the esteemed manager of FA WSL club Chelsea FC Women, The Bestseller reported. Co-written with author Michael Calvin, the audiobook is set to be released as an Audible Original on August 31st, 2023.Emma Hayes is … [Read more...] about Audible secures debut audiobook by Chelsea FC women manager
These are the terms that publishers sell audiobooks and ebooks to libraries in 2023
Overdrive is the most prominent digital distributor for public libraries, and they power audiobook and ebooks collections of the vast majority of them. If libraries wanted many books by a bestselling author, they had to pay for each title individually. Each publisher has different rates; some books expire after a certain number of loans.The most popular method for libraries … [Read more...] about These are the terms that publishers sell audiobooks and ebooks to libraries in 2023
Audible App in Wear OS? Here’s What We Know
Image credit: Source Good news for fitness freaks who are fond of audiobooks. Wear OS smartwatches are likely to include a standalone Audible app for users. This announcement was made by Samsung in their Unpacked event, where they also discussed their foldable phones, new Galaxy Watch 6 and tablets.With the Audible app in Wear OS smartwatches, users will be able to access … [Read more...] about Audible App in Wear OS? Here’s What We Know
Libro.fm Helps Local Bookshops to Provide Audiobook Access to Readers/Listeners
Image credit: geekwire Audiobooks have been prospering in the book industry for the past many years now. In 2020, audiobooks accounted for about â…™th of the books sold that year. Additionally, its global worth stood at USD 5 billion in 2022. So they are, undoubtedly, one of the fastest-growing domains of the book publishing world. That's why, whether it's online platforms or … [Read more...] about Libro.fm Helps Local Bookshops to Provide Audiobook Access to Readers/Listeners
Spotify Tesla app updated to now include audiobook support
Listening to an audiobook while cruising along on your Tesla is now a reality. Not that you couldn't do the same via other means such as a smartphone and such but it's just that the Spotify app for Tesla has been updated to now include support for audiobooks, DigitalMusicNews reported. This also happens to be the first major update that the Spotify app for Tesla received since … [Read more...] about Spotify Tesla app updated to now include audiobook support
Get your daily dose of audiobooks via Audible Daily Deal
Here is your chance to pick up a new audiobook every day and slip into literary nirvana to your heart’s content. While it seems unlikely that anyone would resort to listening to audiobooks that frequently, there is a way to do so just in case you have the time or are strongly addicted to the medium. The best part is that you can source the audiobooks from a credible platform … [Read more...] about Get your daily dose of audiobooks via Audible Daily Deal
India Sees a 39% Increase in Audible Paid Member Listening Hours
Audible has spread its roots throughout different countries, and it seems like India is no exception as it has witnessed a fast-growing market for Audible in 2022. The country saw a 39% surge in Audible's paid member listening hours over 2021.Speaking about the matter, Shailesh Sawlani (country manager of Audible in India) told in an interview, according to Livemint, how … [Read more...] about India Sees a 39% Increase in Audible Paid Member Listening Hours