The Harmful Impact of Audible Exclusive Audiobooks
Amazon’s creeping monopoly on the audiobook industry through Audible pushes independent bookstores and libraries out of audiobook distribution.
Category: Resources
Authors: Are You Linking to Libro.fm?
As an author, you’ve likely received advice on how to promote your book, including the importance of sharing purchase links on your marketing channels. What you might not know is that some bookselling avenues are more beneficial than others.
Five Ways to Read More in 2023
Want to add more reading to your life? Here are five ways to read more in 2023 according to booksellers, the Libro.fm team, and other power readers.
Libro.fm’s 2023 Audiobook Listening Challenge
Take our listening challenge to read more and diversify your audiobook-listening in 2023—all while supporting your local, independent bookstore with Libro.fm!
Android App: Meet the developers!
The Libro.fm app for Android has gone through some major changes this year. Most recently, we’ve added the ability to gift audiobooks using credits in the app.
How to schedule a credit bundle gift delivery
Want to send a special someone a Libro.fm gift membership? Find out how to schedule yours so they get it in time for the holidays!
Your Audiobook Guide to Book Awards
It’s easy to feel intimidated by book awards—numerous shortlists, longlists, and winners are announced all year round, universally prestigious in their own right—so we collected some of the biggest ones to watch here so you can stay on top of it all.
Introducing Libro.fm for Apple Watch: Version 6.0
Learn more about Libro.fm’s iOS Apple Watch app and hear from the developers who made it possible.
10 Dos and Don’ts: A Bookstore Supporter’s Guide to Virtual Events
Ever wondered about best etiquette for a book event, online or in-person? Read this guide!
Why Isn’t an Audiobook Available on Libro.fm, and What Can I Do About It?
Having trouble finding an audiobook in our catalog? Learn why some audiobooks aren’t available for purchase through your local bookstore, and what you can do about it as a reader or author.
Your Guide to Independent Alternatives for Books, Audiobooks, eBooks, and Beyond
Explore independent alternatives for all aspects of your reading life, from print books, audiobooks, eBooks, publishing, and beyond.
Roxane Gay’s Favorite Indie Bookstores Across the USA
Indies First spokesperson and author Roxane Gay shares her favorite bookstores across the USA.