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It's time to change your - Audiobook app! (lemmy.world)
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[-] [email protected] 3 points 1 month ago

I found this one the most insightful guide to date! I always thought that Audible had no better alternatives. I couldn't have been more wrong!

It might mean using one/two different apps, but plenty of better options are available. And you can support your local library or bookstore.

P.S. I am aware that I am a week behind schedule... my job sadly has gotten in the way of things last week.

[-] [email protected] 1 points 1 month ago

Thank you for sharing!

[-] [email protected] 2 points 1 month ago

This literally says nothing useful about any of these alternative apps or why they're better to use than the tech options

[-] [email protected] 2 points 1 month ago

Do you really need a detailed explanation why Audible (Amazon) and Google Books are bad?

[-] [email protected] 1 points 1 month ago

No, but any reason to use these apps over the corporate ones for those who don't care (most people) would be nice

[-] [email protected] 1 points 1 month ago

It does mention supporting your local bookstore and libraries. You can also get Audiobooks for free (minus a library card), so there is a financial benefit.

[-] [email protected] 1 points 1 month ago

Might be asking a bit much for a basic infographic. Why you should leave big business is often a much more involved explanation than can be said in a couple sentences (at least in a way that doesn't sound platitudinous).

[-] [email protected] 2 points 1 month ago

If you are capable of any selfhosting I use audiobookshelf and definitely would recommend

[-] [email protected] 2 points 1 month ago

Libby is great! Also, I've loved Librevox, too.

[-] [email protected] 1 points 1 month ago

Please do not switch to Audiolib. It is owned by French fascist Vincent Bolloré who is actively manipulating the media and financing far-right candidates in France that consider Donald Trump’s politics a great example to follow.

(I like Storytel!)

this post was submitted on 13 Apr 2025
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