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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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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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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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With twinkling lights, cosy nights, and school holidays just around the corner, it’s the perfect time to curl up with a magical audiobook. Whether your little ones love revisiting a classic Christmas tale or discovering something new, we’ve got plenty of festive listens to choose from - ideal for family time or reading challenges.
December 3, 2025
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Discover the Booker Prize 2025 winner, David Szalay, honoured for his dark novel Flesh. Explore the full shortlist and longlist, learn about the judging panel, and find which titles are available as audiobooks via Listening Books.
November 10, 2025
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Struggling to focus on a page? You’re not alone. Millions of people with ADHD face challenges that make traditional reading exhausting.
October 20, 2025
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