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An audio book is a book which one can listen to instead of reading. It is a recording of words spoken by a person instead music or songs sung by someone. It may be a recorded version of a book or a recorded spoken program.

Earlier, we could find recorded spoken materials like nursery rhymes, etc mainly in libraries or schools but not audio books. During the 1980s, book publishers started showing interest in spoken word publishing. Audio books became a common term from that time onwards and now audio books are available widely in book stores along with printed ones.

One will get an audio book in the form of a CD, cassette tape or downloadable digital formats like MP3, Windows Media Audio, etc. Presently, some preloaded digital formats are also available.

The main purpose behind creating audio books was to help the visually impaired. These were published in formats typical for them Read the rest of this entry »

The popularity of audio books has exploded recently but they’ve been around for a lot longer than you might think. Read and learn when and who started them and find out why they took so long to really take of – and why they have now.

What you’ll read:

* When do you think audiobooks started? * Why are audiobooks so popular now? * So when were audiobooks “invented” * Who were the first audio book publishers? * The 3 reasons why audiobooks have exploded. * Where to find “original” audiobooks

* When do you think audiobooks started?: Do audiobooks seem pretty recent to you? I can just about remember “the first” audiobooks on cassette being around in the mid 80s. Then again I’m really old so maybe your first memory is more recent!

I recall some really huge box sets for things like lord of the Rings (sold on ebay…wish I hadn’t!) and they were abridged (abridged means Read the rest of this entry »

Have you ever felt like the distance between your home and office has increased overnight? The traffic, the crowds and the same boring roads every day, make this commute a true challenge for our wits. No matter what kind of transport you are using, it is not easy to sit through this journey.

Some people like to read books on their way to and from the office. This is actually a pretty good idea as reading makes the time fly by faster. But this option is only for the people who dont drive a car and rather use public transport. Then also, reading is only possible if you get a seat in the bus or train and there is enough light. These both are very rare incidents in most public transports.

Then, why not switch to audio books? Audio books are the perfect solution to all of these problems. It doesnt matter what kinds of books you prefer, you can download them from the internet at reasonable prices. Read the rest of this entry »

You may have noticed the rise in popularity of audiobooks of late. Like writtenprinted books, audiobooks are made in every genre from self help, sci-fi, biographies, religious, thrillers and more. One of the fastest growing genres of audiobooks has been self help and self improvement audiobooks.

Self help audiobooks come in several categories including creativity, health and fitness, interpersonal skills, motivation, personal growth, sex and relationships, stress management, success, time management, and religious titles. There really is a theme of self help audiobooks for everyone’s needs.

There are many great creativity titles available. These can include such greats as the John C Maxwell book Thinking for a Change which teaches 11 ways that successful people approach life and work. Another great audio book is titled How to Think Like Einstein by Scott Thorpe which teaches techniques Read the rest of this entry »

Do your kids spend their entire day watching TV? Are you worried about the kind of music they hear? Wont it be wonderful if kids could just sit quietly with a book and experience a story which are both age appropriate and informative? We know you would and also know that it is the hardest thing to do.

Todays children think that gadgets are their life and books are just for school. But theres a way out of this problem. Get some audio books for your children. This new format of literature is getting extremely popular because today, even children dont have the time or patience to read a normal book. Audio books are especially popular among preteens and teenagers as they love the combination of technology with literature.

It is also extremely convenient for them because now, they dont have to carry around the heavy books with them. They can download and carry all their favorite books in their IPods Read the rest of this entry »

With everything in life, it is important for us to continue growing and learning. The problem however is that individuals often come up with all sorts of excuses and find themselves in a rut. Being unable to grow further and improve, individuals become unhappy and sadly grow comfortable in unhappiness, making it the norm rather than the exemption.

This need not be the case however because constant learning and personal improvement is available to those who want it. While there are many avenues that can be taken to achieve the path to personal progress, further and continuing education can help one personally as well as professionally. Learn more and progress in your career and reap the benefits of change and improvement.

For individuals who may not have the time or the budget to enroll in a school to continue traditional learning, audiobooks may be the answer.

Audiobooks are not Read the rest of this entry »

Motherhood is the most wonderful thing that God can bestow on us. That tiny little thing that comes in our life changes everything. All the priorities in life change and everything that used to appear to be super important to us earlier, takes a back seat in front of that tiny bundle of joy. If you are a new mom or are going to be one soon, then you will understand what I mean.

But besides being the joy of our lives, a baby is a huge responsibility. Taking care of another life thats also so vulnerable and delicate can be a little scary for mothers. You have to take care of the baby day in and day out which also puts a lot of pressure on ones psychology. If you are also having trouble in adjusting to your new role then we have something that might be useful for you.

Audio books are proving to be great self help tools for people struggling with some aspect of their life. As a new mom, you will Read the rest of this entry »

Audiobooks are the audio version of popular literature. Books continue to be a great source of knowledge and entertainment for millions of readers the world over. The continuing strength of bookstores bear witness to continued popularity of books. However, not everyone may have the time to spare to sit down and concentrate on a paperback. It is difficult to read while you drive! To be able to cater to customers who still want to experience literature but can’t seem to find the time, audiobooks is the answer.

Almost any best selling paperback or hardback book is released simultaneously with an audio version. This allows individuals to listen to a book instead of investing time and effort into reading one. Because the eyes are freed from having to read, one can enjoy audiobooks while engaging in other activities. For instance, while on the treadmill or driving a car, you can enjoy the benefits of listening to an audio Read the rest of this entry »

Audio books are one of the best learning tools available in the market today. For many years, audio books have been the main instrument to learn a foreign language efficiently and quickly. A job opening in Paris ensures that one reaches for an audio book that will teach spoken French till you realize that the job is not in Paris, but in Texas! You now search for an audio book that will teach you to drawl. It is distinctly possible that the audio book may turn out to be a western novel or a mystery set in Dallas. However, the beauty of an audio book is that you will be transported to that world when you listen to every word, no matter what.

Audio books have reached new heights in quality, being offered in abridged or unabridged versions, on compact disc or MP3 format. They can be rented, purchased, downloaded and mailed. It can offer such a realistic experience; that you will not want to switch it off. A truck driver Read the rest of this entry »

Life has become more technological in order to make simple tasks easier. Audiobooks for instance have evolved considerably over the last 20 years bring with it new possibilities for portable entertainment.

An audiobook by old standards was a recording on a cassette tape of a particular book. Not these days. Now you can listen to a professional narrator spin a tale of adventure or teach you a language in several different portable formats. My favorite, the instant download to my MP3 Player. You can download to iPods or burn to CD’s thousands of different titles in every gender.

I downloaded the South Beach diet narrated by Dr Agaston himself. So now I can listen while at the gym and when I walk, even when I am doing household chores. It really helps me stay focused on my weight loss goals and the time passes quickly.

But health and motivation are only some of the audiobook categories Read the rest of this entry »