If you want to download audiobooks from Audible, Kobo, or Libro,fm, you are often stuck with their proprietary web players or apps. What if you have your audiobook collection and want a great way to organize or host them for offline or online listening, like what Plex is for movies and television shows? Luckily, there are many popular software that people employ who are in the … [Read more...] about The Best Audiobook Players for PC and MAC
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Here’s How to Return Your Audible Audiobook and Get Your Credit Back
Here is something that might not be known to many. Audible has a feature that allows you to return your audiobooks and get your credit back. You can then re-use that credit against another audiobook of your choice. As Kris Henges of How-To-Geek mentioned, the feature is available on the ‘Purchase History’ page. There, when you click on any title you have purchased, you will see … [Read more...] about Here’s How to Return Your Audible Audiobook and Get Your Credit Back
The Great Audible BOGO Sale, Buy 2 Audiobooks For One Credit
Audible is currently hosting a buy-one-get-one sale for its Premium Plus subscribers in the US and Canada. Audible is calling it the 2-for-1 Unpauseable Sale wherein members are eligible to get two audiobooks against one credit. The offer is open till January 28, 2:59 a.m. ET. An Audible Premium Plus membership will cost you $14.95 per month and give you unlimited access to … [Read more...] about The Great Audible BOGO Sale, Buy 2 Audiobooks For One Credit
Storytel Publishes First Audiobook Written by AI
Maybe this was something that was waiting to happen. With the rapid influx of AI technologies and competitors such as Audible embracing AI in publishing audiobooks, Storytel has also jumped onto the bandwagon. The company announced it has published its first audiobook using AI. The process, though, was far from being as easy as perhaps the team behind the project might have … [Read more...] about Storytel Publishes First Audiobook Written by AI
E-book revenue increased by 2.7% in November 2024
Digital book sales in the United States saw a 2.7% gain during November 2024, generating $83.3 million dollars. Year-to-date, e-book revenues were up 2.9% compared to the first eleven months of 2024, which was $945.1 million. Digital audiobook sales were up 16.1% for November, reaching $94.3 million in revenue. Physical Audio was down 29.1%, coming in at $800 thousand. … [Read more...] about E-book revenue increased by 2.7% in November 2024
RBmedia to Publish New Audiobook Version of Bestselling Outlander Series Soon
RBmedia announced via a press release the launch of a new audiobook series Outlander written by acclaimed author Diana Gabaldon. The new audiobooks have been narrated by none other than Kristin Atherton, the renowned actor known for his powerful performance both on stage and on screen. Kristin Atherton will be lending his voice to the lead character in the story, Jenny Murray, … [Read more...] about RBmedia to Publish New Audiobook Version of Bestselling Outlander Series Soon
Audiobook Sales are Soaring in 2024 – Audiobook Statistics
Audiobook sales have been the fastest-growing segment in digital publishing for the past five years. In 2023, audiobook sales were up 14.9%, reaching $864.0 million in revenue. However, 2024 is set to be a banner year, as the first ten months of 2024 generated $883.4 million in revenue. The global audiobook market is set to grow to $35.05 billion by 2030. Audiobooks are … [Read more...] about Audiobook Sales are Soaring in 2024 – Audiobook Statistics
Digital Audiobooks Sales Increased by 18.7% in October 2024
US digital audiobooks continued to grow all year. In October 2024, the format increased by 18.7%, bringing in $86.5 million in revenue. Physical Audio was down 54.2%, bringing in $800 thousand. Digital audiobook sales were up 26.1% yearly, reaching $883.4 million in revenue. Physical Audio was down 36.2%, generating $7.4 million. E-book sales in the United States had a rare … [Read more...] about Digital Audiobooks Sales Increased by 18.7% in October 2024
Kobo Books to Host Audiobooks From PodToo
PodToo, one of the leading platforms for hosting and distributing audio content, announced it has entered into a partnership with Kobo Books. As part of the deal, audiobook publishers associated with PodToo will henceforth be able to offer their audiobooks on Kobo Books. This will benefit both, as audiobook publishers with PodToo will have access to a whole new market segment … [Read more...] about Kobo Books to Host Audiobooks From PodToo
Did you know that Audible Subscription Credits Expire?
When you pay monthly for an Audible subscription, you get one credit that can be redeemed on their website or app for any audiobook you want. This includes the latest bestsellers from major publishers and older or lesser-known titles. Sometimes, people continue to subscribe and rarely use their credits. Did you know that if you don't use your credit within one year of receiving … [Read more...] about Did you know that Audible Subscription Credits Expire?