Digital audiobooks are the fastest-growing segment, and in 2023, US revenue rose 9% 2023 and generated 2 billion dollars. Individual audiobooks are expensive; the average title is around $59.99, although most people borrow them from the library or subscribe to a separate streaming service such as Audible, Kobo, or Spotify. Since audiobook sales are expensive, it is driving … [Read more...] about Audiobook Piracy becoming a major problem
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Audiobooks That Can Stand Toe-to-Toe With Original Paperbacks
Technology has taken us so far that it sometimes feels like we're already living in a dystopian future, the Sci-Fi books once predicted. Yet, society still preserves it, which is more advanced than ever. With so many novelties, it is hard to let go of some relics of old. While many believe no new technology will ever replace the paper copies of books and the feel of paper in … [Read more...] about Audiobooks That Can Stand Toe-to-Toe With Original Paperbacks
Kobo Plus Subscription Service Launched in Spain
Rakuten Kobo has announced the launch of the Kobo Plus e-book and audiobook subscription service in Spain. With this, avid readers in Spain will have access to more than 1.5 million e-books and over 200,000 audiobooks for a fixed monthly fee. Currently, Kobo is offering three plans to choose from to suit diverse reading requirements. There is the Kobo Plus Read which will … [Read more...] about Kobo Plus Subscription Service Launched in Spain
US Audiobook Sales surpassed $2 billion in 2023
Audiobooks are quickly becoming more mainstream, and more than half of the population in the United States have listened to at least one. Audiobook revenue grew 9% in 2023 to $2 billion, continuing the year-on-year growth trend according to the Audio Publishers Association’s Sales Survey conducted by Toluna Harris Interactive. However, piracy is becoming a real problem for the … [Read more...] about US Audiobook Sales surpassed $2 billion in 2023
Beelinguapp: Audiobooks to Learn New Languages
One of the best ways to learn a language is by listening to it. That's where Beelinguapp stands out. Beelinguapp uses audiobooks to help you understand both the written and spoken word. It provides you with audio in foreign languages as well as their text so you can read along, karaoke style. It also has a side-by-side translation of the foreign text in English, so you can … [Read more...] about Beelinguapp: Audiobooks to Learn New Languages
Google Play Books to offer audiobook previews on YouTube
Google Play Books has been provided an update that introduces several new features to the app, the company revealed via a blog post. That includes integration with YouTube where users will be able to listen to audiobook previews for free. This would be in addition to the audiobook previews that are already available via the Play Books app for Android, iOS, and the web. As it … [Read more...] about Google Play Books to offer audiobook previews on YouTube
Amazon Spring Sale offer: Three months of Audible subscription for just 99p
Amazon has announced its first-ever Spring Sale, and it's bringing some exciting deals for book lovers. As part of the sale, Amazon is offering a fantastic Audible deal that's too good to miss. For a limited time, new subscribers can enjoy three months of audiobooks for just 99p, express.co.uk reported. Typically, an Audible subscription would cost £7.99 per month, giving you … [Read more...] about Amazon Spring Sale offer: Three months of Audible subscription for just 99p
Spotify to Launch ‘Countdown Pages’ for Audiobooks
Image credit: Spotify Recently, Spotify has announced the launch of a new feature called ‘Countdown Pages’ to be launched next month. It will allows Spotify users to pre-save audiobooks before their release date, while publishers and authors can promote their work before the launch. These YouTube-like Countdown Pages were launched alongside other new additions for Spotify’s … [Read more...] about Spotify to Launch ‘Countdown Pages’ for Audiobooks
Audiotrain webinars to explore AI’s impact on podcasting, audiobooks, and radio
AudioUK's Audiotrain is set to host a series of enlightening webinars investigating the intersection of AI and audio. Spanning the upcoming months, the AI and Audio season will comprise three webinars, each offering insights into various aspects of AI's influence on the audio domain. Kicking off the series is Adam Fritz, CEO of Pozotron and a recent sponsor of Audiotrain. In … [Read more...] about Audiotrain webinars to explore AI’s impact on podcasting, audiobooks, and radio
Best places to get audiobooks for free
Audiobooks offer a versatile and immersive alternative to traditional reading, allowing listeners to enjoy literature on the go. One of the best things about audiobooks is that the format is well-suited for those who might have always wanted to read books but simply don't have the time to indulge in them. In fact, you can listen to audiobooks even while engaged in daily … [Read more...] about Best places to get audiobooks for free
Enjoy your Next Road Trip with These 7 Awesome Audiobooks
Isn't it a wonderful experience to go on a long road trip? With beautiful scenery and open roads, it sure takes all your stress away. But it can get a little boring. We have curated a list of some popular audiobooks. Now you can Enjoy your Next Road Trip with These 7 Awesome Audiobooks. So, are you ready to embark on an unforgettable storytelling adventure? The Road Trip by … [Read more...] about Enjoy your Next Road Trip with These 7 Awesome Audiobooks
The Most Popular Audiobooks of 2023, According to Libro.fm
If you are someone who likes audiobooks, you are in luck. Libro.fm recently listed the most popular audiobooks in 2023. This list contains 10 audiobooks that are selected based on the highest sales. The Woman in Me by Britney Spears, narrated by Michelle Williams "The Woman in Me" is about becoming free and becoming a woman at the same time. Womanhood is defined by … [Read more...] about The Most Popular Audiobooks of 2023, According to Libro.fm
New Amazon Your Books feature is a comprehensive hub for your literary world
Amazon has launched a new innovative feature — Your Books which acts to serve as a one-stop solution for efficient management of all the books you have ever bought via Amazon. In other words, it consolidates all your purchased books, spanning digital, physical, and audiobook formats, into a single, easily searchable hub. Interestingly, the section also includes those books that … [Read more...] about New Amazon Your Books feature is a comprehensive hub for your literary world
Best Long Audiobooks if You Are a Good Listener
Maybe you are going on a long drive or have lots of listening time and you want to spend it on some good books. No matter what the reason, there are some awesome and intriguing long audiobooks spanning 20+ hours. So, if you’re looking for some good long audiobooks, we have some perfect recommendations for you. You’re surely going to love them. (And, if I miss something, I … [Read more...] about Best Long Audiobooks if You Are a Good Listener