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National Year of Reading ambassador Matt Lucas is set to narrate the winning review in Listening Books’ summer competition for members aged 16 and under, celebrating young audiobook listeners and the joy of reading.
August 10, 2026
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Discover how audiobooks can help children take part in the Summer Reading Challenge 2026. Explore top recommendations from Listening Books and enjoy a summer full of stories.
August 3, 2026
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Award-winning children and young adult author Patrice Lawrence has been named as the latest Waterstone Children's Laureate.
July 8, 2026
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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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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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Stress Awareness Month is a time to reflect on how stress affects our mental and physical wellbeing - and to explore gentle, practical ways to manage it. This blog looks at what stress is, how it impacts our ability to read and concentrate, and how audiobooks can offer comfort, escapism and calm. Featuring practical wellbeing tips and a curated selection of supportive audiobooks - from mindfulness and meditation to compassionate self‑help - this guide highlights mindful listening as an accessible tool for relaxation and recovery.
April 20, 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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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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