Audio Books
Why do we have two options? Both these options offer something different to each other and are a better way to support UK independent booksellers.
We believe that our customers should have a choice, so we have signed up to what we think are the best right now.
Why xigxag?
Based in Cornwall
Thousands of top titles
The authors and narrators you love, from leading publishers: bestsellers, classics and new releases, with more titles being added every week
Cool new features
The best social and sharing features of any audiobook app: share quotes and book recommendations or send gifts directly from the app.
Great prices
The more you listen, the less you pay on full price titles with a selection of titles always available at £3.99
No commitments
Enjoy listening without the pressure of a monthly subscription – only pay when you’re ready to listen
Why Libro.fm?
Libro.fm is an employee-owned Social Purpose Corporation that shares profits from your audiobook purchases with your chosen bookshop, giving you the power to keep money within your local economy.
Listen on your terms
We believe you should listen to audiobooks in a way that works for you. That’s why they offer monthly memberships, à la carte listening, and audiobook gifting.
They share profits from audiobook purchases with independent bookshops, giving listeners the power to keep money within the local economy.
Every purchase supports independent bookstores
Membership credits never expire
Real people on support—no bots, ever
DRM-free downloads (you own your audiobooks!)
Recommendations and playlists from expert booksellers