Apps to Listen to Audio Books

 

APPS to listen to Audiobooks

Some library have a large range of Movies and Music

You will need to check with your library to see which ones they use

I personally use 4 of these APPS at this time

Libby

Hoopla Digital

Everand

Everand has 3 different subscription levels with unlimited access to many magazines,

Podcast and Sheeet Music.

Audible at Amazon

Has different levels: Unlimited listening access to many books included in the membership

Please use the above link for Amazon so I can receive a renumeration.

Many libraries support apps that allow users to borrow and listen to audiobooks for free with a library card. Below are the most commonly used apps and links to download them:

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1. Libby by OverDrive

Libby is one of the most popular library-supported apps for borrowing audiobooks and eBooks.

• Features:

  • Stream or download audiobooks for offline listening.
  • Easy-to-use interface with bookmarking and playback speed controls.
  • Syncs across devices.

• Download Links:

  • Libby for iOS (App Store)
  • Libby for Android (Google Play)

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2. Hoopla Digital

Hoopla offers a wide range of audiobooks, movies, TV shows, music, and eBooks, with no waiting lists.

• Features:

  • Instantly borrow and stream audiobooks.
  • Offline listening with downloads.
  • Includes other media content like movies and music.

• Download Links:

  • Hoopla for iOS (App Store)
  • Hoopla for Android (Google Play)

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3. BorrowBox

BorrowBox is available through many libraries and specializes in audiobooks and eBooks.

• Features:

  • Offers a curated selection of audiobooks.
  • Easy borrowing and returning system.
  • Offline listening.

• Download Links:

  • BorrowBox for iOS (App Store)
  • BorrowBox for Android (Google Play)

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4. CloudLibrary

CloudLibrary is another popular option used by some libraries for audiobooks and eBooks.

• Features:

  • Borrow and stream audiobooks.
  • User-friendly interface with syncing across devices.

• Download Links:

  • CloudLibrary for iOS (App Store)
  • CloudLibrary for Android (Google Play)

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5. Axis 360

Axis 360 provides access to audiobooks and eBooks from your library's collection.

• Features:

  • Stream or download audiobooks.
  • Integrated bookshelf for tracking borrowed items.

• Download Links:

  • Axis 360 for iOS (App Store)
  • Axis 360 for Android (Google Play)

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6. SimplyE

Created by the New York Public Library, SimplyE aggregates content from various platforms into one app.

• Features:

  • Combines audiobooks and eBooks from different sources.
  • Seamless integration with library systems.

• Download Links:

  • SimplyE for iOS (App Store)
  • SimplyE for Android (Google Play)

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7. RBdigital (Now Merged with Libby)

Many libraries have migrated their RBdigital collections to Libby. If your library still uses RBdigital, you can find the app here:

• Download Links:
  • RBdigital for iOS (App Store)
  • RBdigital for Android (Google Play)

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Check with your local library to determine which app they support and how to connect your library card.