Audiobooks - General Reviews

I love reading, but I also listen to audiobooks on a regular basis. Normally, this is when I have to walk somewhere or do some physical work (such as decorating), and I can double up my efforts and enjoy a book at the same time. However, it can also be the case that elderly people will listen to audiobooks because their eyesight has ...  Read the complete review

I love books and would be happy to sit in my comfy chair all day long and read. But that wouldnt get the kids to school or the housework done. I have now found a fantastic site www.audiable.co.uk which is the UK's largest provider of downloadable audio programmes. There are 11000 titles to chose from so there is definatley ...  Read the complete review

I have to travel over an hour to work each morning and elevate the boredom by listening to audiotapes in my car. There are wide ranges of tapes available to suit all tastes. I particularly enjoy mystery stories such as those written by Agatha Christie. I find audiotapes help me to stay stress free when I’m driving without causing me to lose ...  Read the complete review

The printed word is an art form adored by millions. Books transcend all manner of language, creed, philosophy and ultimately bridges gaps that, at times, little else can. A tangent of the written word is audio. For the first time, I recently tried an audio book and wanted to draw people's attention to an overlooked form of entertainment. ...  Read the complete review

Once upon a time many years ago in a land not to far away I was given my first audio book, it was an abridged version of The Colour of Magic by Terry Pratchett read to me by Tony Robinson and I found it a joy to listen to. I have since bought many audio books and BBC Radio/TV shows on tape. I found they fitted into my busy lifestyle ...  Read the complete review

I travel back and fore from Scotland to Wales which is a long haul but a really good way to pass the time is to listen to a talking book. Even if you are driving, you can still concentrate on the road and get into the story you are hearing. I find that many of the service stations have bargain buckets in their shops. Take a look ...  Read the complete review

I get bored easily, but I get travel sick too. Audio books are ideal for me, either broadcast to all the passengers in the car or for my personal enjoyment only. I have also found that best-sellers often come out on audiobook at the same time as they are published in hardback and the audiobook is often several pounds cheaper. Audiobooks are ...  Read the complete review