The Audio Publishers Association’s annual sales survey revealed an 11th straight year of double-digit growth in audiobook sales, with 2022 revenue from reporting publishers up 10%, to $1.8 billion. Continue reading >> [ Source: Publishers Weekly | 2023-06-01 04:00:00 UTC ]
'AudioFile' has named the three winners of its annual Golden Voice awards, which honors voice actors who have made significant contributions to audiobook publishing. The recipients are Kevin R. Free, Marin Ireland, and Nicholas Boulton. Continue reading >> [ Source: Publishers Weekly | 2023-05-31 04:00:00 UTC ]
SYNC, an annual summer audiobook program for teens, is back to provide 28 free audiobooks from April to August. Continue reading >> [ Source: Book Riot | 2023-04-24 10:37:00 UTC ]
A Publishing Perspectives exclusive: Beat Technology's newest platform is an audiobook and ebook app for Sweden's Adlibris book retailer. The post Norway’s Beat Technology Partners With Sweden’s Adlibris appeared first on Publishing Perspectives. Continue reading >> [ Source: Publishing Perspectives | 2023-04-13 16:52:02 UTC ]
Anyone who stares at a screen all day probably doesn’t want to do so when they unwind with a book. But the convenience of getting a new read instantaneously and carrying a full bookcase in your pocket is pretty appealing. Ereaders combine the best of paper and computers, and they’re capable of... Continue reading >> [ Source: Engadget | 2023-04-04 13:00:13 UTC ]
Amazon-owned Audible has started putting ads in audiobooks, potentially indicating a sea change within the industry. The company says it is “conducting limited testing” on a select user base with the advertisements and that this step is currently reserved for non-paying members, giving them... Continue reading >> [ Source: Engadget | 2023-03-30 18:54:46 UTC ]
The winners of 2023 Audie Awards were announced this week. The award honors the best audiobook performances in 26 categories. Continue reading >> [ Source: Book Riot | 2023-03-30 17:36:40 UTC ]
The ebook and audiobook distributor Bookwire opens its presence in a seventh country, looking to the United States for new business. The post Germany’s Bookwire Announces Opening a United States Subsidiary appeared first on Publishing Perspectives. Continue reading >> [ Source: Publishing Perspectives | 2023-03-30 16:58:12 UTC ]
At the Audio Publishers Association's first in-person Audie Awards ceremony since 2020, Viola Davis's 'Finding Me' took home the prize for Audiobook of the Year. Continue reading >> [ Source: Publishers Weekly | 2023-03-29 04:00:00 UTC ]
In this in-depth BookBeat review, let’s find out what makes this service better than Scribd for English-language audiobook listeners. Continue reading >> [ Source: Book Riot | 2023-03-24 10:33:00 UTC ]
Blackstone Publishing has built a backlist of about 800 print and 950 e-book titles since it released its first books in those formats in 2016. The goal now, company president Anthony Goff said, is to continue to ramp up production across all formats. Continue reading >> [ Source: Publishers Weekly | 2023-03-24 04:00:00 UTC ]
The recipes in foodie audiobooks add that something extra and deserve to be heard by audiobook listeners. Here's why. Continue reading >> [ Source: Book Riot | 2023-03-22 10:36:00 UTC ]
The Norwegian developer of bespoke audiobook platforms, Beat Technology, is creating a new service, 'Volume,' for Poland's Sonia Draga. The post Poland’s Draga Group Announces an Audiobook Platform appeared first on Publishing Perspectives. Continue reading >> [ Source: Publishing Perspectives | 2023-03-13 18:04:35 UTC ]
The vertical TikTok-style video feed has invaded a lot of the apps we use on a daily basis and now it's officially coming to one more. After announcing a beta test last year, Spotify will begin rolling out a new design for the Home section of its mobile app with a "more visual, dynamic" look.... Continue reading >> [ Source: Engadget | 2023-03-08 18:33:59 UTC ]
The German Audiobook Prize opens the Lit.Cologne festival with new 2023 honors in seven categories including 'Best Radio Play.' The post The German Audiobook Prize Names Its 2023 Winners appeared first on Publishing Perspectives. Continue reading >> [ Source: Publishing Perspectives | 2023-03-01 12:52:23 UTC ]
Celebrate your love of audiobooks with these cute audiobook-themed shirts, sweatshirts, tote bags, mugs, stickers, and more!- Gia R. Continue reading >> [ Source: Book Riot | 2023-02-28 11:33:00 UTC ]
Spotify is waving goodbye to its heart icon. The company is combining the icon, which enables you to quickly save music to your library, with the "add to playlist" prompt under a single plus button.The plus button works a little differently on Spotify than it does on Apple Music, where tapping... Continue reading >> [ Source: Engadget | 2023-02-27 18:15:00 UTC ]
What’s the best audiobook service? In this Scribd vs Audible rundown, let’s break down their features, pricing, pros and cons, and more. Continue reading >> [ Source: Book Riot | 2023-02-23 11:39:00 UTC ]
Audiobook subscription company Storytel cites a 22-percent increase year over year, at 3.2 billion Swedish kronor. The post Storytel Touts Q4 Results in a ‘Truly Remarkable Year’ appeared first on Publishing Perspectives. Continue reading >> [ Source: Publishing Perspectives | 2023-02-17 13:56:54 UTC ]
Looking for a great new audiobook to put in your ears? Check out the new audiobooks Libro.fm users are most excited to listen to. Continue reading >> [ Source: Book Riot | 2023-02-16 11:30:00 UTC ]