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Discover the joy of audiobooks this Audiobook Appreciation Month with top tips, expert recommendations, and great first listens to get you started.
June 22, 2026
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The Women’s Prize 2026 winners have been announced, with debut authors Virginia Evans and Lyse Doucet taking home the Fiction and Non-Fiction awards.
June 12, 2026
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If you’re wondering where to begin this Pride Month, look no further. We’ve put together a list of ten excellent titles spanning a range of genres - from fantasy and sci-fi to literary fiction, young adult and even sports romance.
June 10, 2026
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Join us on Monday 1st June at 4pm for our next author Q&A with Bea Fitzgerald, author of the much‑loved YA Greek mythology re-imagining Girl, Goddess, Queen.
May 13, 2026
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The winners of this year’s British Book Awards - aka the Nibbies - were revealed at a ceremony held on Monday 11 May at Grosvenor House in London.
May 12, 2026
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World Autism Acceptance Month, celebrated throughout April, was launched to help raise awareness, acceptance and inclusion of autism and autistic individuals, while challenging preconceived attitudes and stereotypes.
April 8, 2026
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At a time when reading and connection are more important than ever, Listening Books and the Royal Voluntary Service’s Virtual Village Hall joined forces to bring literature to life through the Ask the Author series.
March 24, 2026
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Created by the Society for Storytelling, National Storytelling Week celebrates the ancient art of oral storytelling and the power of stories. And what better way to mark the occasion than by spotlighting the very people who bring so many tales to life – audiobook narrators.
February 4, 2026
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Volunteering with Listening Books has been an incredibly rewarding experience for Victoria, one of our dedicated volunteers. In this blog, she shares how simple actions - like posting a leaflet or sharing a link - can make a big difference in helping people with illnesses or disabilities access the joy of audiobooks. Discover why she chose to volunteer and how you can join her in breaking down barriers to reading.
December 7, 2025
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With twinkling lights and cosy nights, it’s the perfect time to curl up with a great audiobook. Whether you love a heart-warming romance, a gripping mystery, or a classic Christmas tale, we’ve got plenty of seasonal listens to choose from.
December 3, 2025
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