How to Listen to Audiobooks on Android

How to Listen to Audiobooks on Android

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How to Listen to Audiobooks on Android

Have books read to you from your Android while you commute or relax

By Marziah Karch Marziah Karch Writer Michigan State University Emporia State University Marziah Karch is a former writer for Lifewire who also excels at Serious Game Design and develops online help systems, manuals, and interactive training modules. lifewire's editorial guidelines Updated on February 13, 2021 Tweet Share Email Tweet Share Email Android Switching from iOS

What to Know

For a large selection of audiobooks, download the Audible app and listen to audiobooks on your device. If you like the option of audiobooks and ebooks, Amazon Whispersync provides access to both.Download the Libby app to borrow audiobooks from your local library and listen to them on your device. This article explains several ways to listen to audiobooks on your Android device.

Audible and Other Audio Book Clubs

Amazon-owned Audible is a popular commercial option that lists an innumerable amount of professionally voiced audiobooks. You can transfer your books from device to device, including non-Android devices. The books are protected by DRM, and you're restricted from using non-Audible apps or downloading the file to too many devices at once. If you're an audiobook buff, the quality is good, and the selection is fantastic. To find out if you like the service, sign up for the 30-day trial (your first book is free) and then pay after that. The pricing is similar for other audiobook clubs, but Audible has the largest selection. Download the Audible app

Amazon Whispersync

If you like to read e-books and listen to audiobooks, check out the Amazon Whispersync program. When you buy the audiobook version of an e-book for a discount, Whispersync syncs your bookmark between the two formats. For example, if you're in chapter 2 of "The Lion, the Witch, and the Wardrobe" e-book, you're in chapter 2 in the audiobook. This is fantastic if you like to listen to books in the car and then read them over lunch. Audiobooks purchased through Whispersync and Audible play in the Audible app.

Buy Individually

Other bookstores, such as Barnes & Noble, offer direct sales of audiobooks. If you want to read popular titles, you're probably better off going with the book club pricing. However, you can shop around and find books cheaper than the monthly fee you'd pay at Audible. Most of these audiobooks are sold as MP3 files. MP3 is a standard audio file format that plays in any MP3-playing app. Other independent book publishers and stores have started selling audiobooks in MP3 format.

Use the Library

Many libraries around the country use a system such as Overdrive or Hoopla to loan books to cardholders (for free!). There's an easy-to-use companion app called Libby that searches for audiobooks (and e-books, too) at your local library. While your local library may not have this service, many do, so it's worth looking at. Limited numbers of audiobooks are available to check out through this fantastic app. Download the Libby app

Get Them for Free

Legitimate and free audiobooks are available for public domain works. These books are old, but it's a great chance to review the classics. There are many legitimate sources for free audiobooks. Volunteers read these books to make the books accessible to everyone, including those with visual impairments. There are many players for audiobooks, and a favorite is the LibriVox Audio Book Player. The ability to browse for and download titles is integrated into the app. You don't have to download MP3 files from another source and then sideload them to your device. Download the LibriVox Audio Books app Was this page helpful? Thanks for letting us know! Get the Latest Tech News Delivered Every Day Subscribe Tell us why! Other Not enough details Hard to understand Submit More from Lifewire 16 Best Free Audio Book Websites (October 2022) How to Get Free eBooks: A Step-by-Step Guide How to Get Free Stuff on Amazon How to Get Credits on Audible 13 Best Ways to Get Free Books Online and Offline What Is Amazon Prime? How to Listen to Audio Books on Kindle Is Buying a Kindle Worth It? 4 Reasons to Buy One What E-Book and Audiobook Formats Does iPad Support? The 7 Best E-Readers for Seniors of 2022 How to Customize CarPlay and Unlock Hidden Secrets The 9 Best E-readers of 2022 How to Use Amazon Kids Unlimited Amazon Kindle Paperwhite (2018) Review: Books Just Got Better 10 Best Sites for Book Lovers 8 Best Places to Get Free Nook Books for Your E-Reader Newsletter Sign Up Newsletter Sign Up Newsletter Sign Up Newsletter Sign Up Newsletter Sign Up By clicking “Accept All Cookies”, you agree to the storing of cookies on your device to enhance site navigation, analyze site usage, and assist in our marketing efforts. Cookies Settings Accept All Cookies
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