Listening up: Nielsen data shows the audio sector continuing its recent growth

Audiobook sales have rocketed in 2019, and look set to achieve another record year, as the sector continues to attract first-time listeners. Continue reading at 'The Bookseller'

[ The Bookseller | 2019-11-15 08:43:01 UTC ]

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Data Shows Asian American Audiences Shaping Sports, Digital Media, and Beauty Trends

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Read This Dark Mystery Set in Appalachia

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First trailer for Liam Neeson’s Naked Gun reboot released

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