Audible

Audible

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Audible, a publicly owned company founded in 1995 and headquartered in the US, is a wholly-owned subsidiary of Amazon.com. The company has a workforce of 3,190 employees and primarily focuses on developing and providing audiobook and podcast services. Through its platform, users can purchase and stream audiobooks, allowing them to access a wide range of audio content.

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Founded

1995

Headcount

3,189

Headquarters

US

Primary Segment

Software Development

Ownership

Publicly Owned

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Dec

16th

2024

10:40

We're counting down the days to these 2025 releases

A YA juggernaut takes on health care’s inequities Though John Green is best known for his deeply empathetic young adult novels, I’ve always been quite partial to his forays into nonfiction. Green demonstrated his wield of the genre with The Anthropocene Reviewed, a moving podcast-turned-essay-collection centered on all the quirks, perils, and pleasures of being human.

Dec

8th

2024

18:30

Kenya Barris and Malcolm Gladwell to Launch New Audible Interview Series

Audible and Khalabo Ink Society today announced The Unusual Suspects with Kenya Barris and Malcolm Gladwell, an intimate and illuminating Audible Original that will offer listeners unprecedented access to the minds of the world’s most extraordinary individuals and their distinct paths to success.

Dec

4th

2024

10:09

Falling hard for romantasy: 11 romance authors venturing into magical new worlds

Romance is wide-ranging, and many authors have carved out a niche, be it historical romance, romantic comedies, or romantasy. But sometimes, those writers will venture into something new and exciting for themselves and their listeners. These fresh arrivals always bring something new to the genre, whether it’s a shift in perspective or a signature way of telling a story.

Nov

26th

2024

15:25

Dig it—these are the best audiobooks of and about the 1960s

The 1960s were a period of change, living in the popular imagination as a decade of political turmoil, social unrest, and countercultural shifts. From the Vietnam War and the protests it sparked to the Civil Rights Movement and the Stonewall Riots, the 1960s in the United States were in part defined by the movements that rose up in the midst of oppression.

Nov

25th

2024

14:43

No duh! These audiobooks of and about the 1990s are the bomb

We're only now reaching a point far enough past the 1990s to have the context to understand how the era shaped our world. The '90s were a pivotal decade, full of big changes in technology, politics, entertainment, fashion, and literature.

Nov

22nd

2024

14:35

Who is Celebrimbor? Everything you need to know about Tolkien’s great Elven-smith

For those who have listened to The Lord of the Rings , The Silmarillion , or any of J. R. R. Tolkien’s other related works about Middle-earth, the saga’s vast and varied array of characters may not be new to you.

Nov

21st

2024

14:18

How listening to audiobooks can boost kids’ creativity

Audiobooks are a wonderful way to enjoy our favorite stories, explore new topics, and learn skills. But did you know that audiobooks can also help kids learn to read and embrace their creativity? Audible has thousands of audiobooks, podcasts, and Originals appropriate for all ages, and with the family-friendly feature, they’ll only be able to access the stories that you choose to share.

Nov

20th

2024

18:30

Audible Announces “Self-Conscious with Chrissy Teigen”

Audible today announced a new podcast series hosted by multi-hyphenate Chrissy Teigen. Self-Conscious with Chrissy Teigen marks Teigen’s first-ever role as a podcast host, in which the #1 New York Times bestselling author, TV personality, and entrepreneur brings honesty and vulnerability to meaningful conversations with leading health, wellness, and personal development authors, illuminating essential teachings and providing practical, actionable advice for listeners.

Nov

19th

2024

14:21

Who is Tom Bombadil? Everything you need to know about Middle-earth’s most curious figure

The latest season of Prime Video’s The Rings of Power is full of legendary characters from J.R.R. Tolkien’s seminal The Lord of the Rings. Some of the cast was familiar to anyone who has ever watched Peter Jackson’s adaptations, like Elrond, Galadriel, and the dreaded Sauron.

Nov

15th

2024

15:54

Audiobooks for entrepreneurs: Insights from Newark’s tech leaders

Entrepreneurship is not for the faint of heart. It takes grit, creativity, and an unwavering commitment to problem-solving—qualities that the trailblazers of Newark's thriving tech ecosystem know all too well. In Audible's global headquarters city, we’re dedicated to growing Newark's innovation community through a range of initiatives, including our Business Attraction Program that brings promising startups to the area.

Nov

14th

2024

12:03

Listen before you watch: Here are 2025's most anticipated adaptations

The Count of Monte Cristo is expected to premiere in 2025 Though the eight-episode miniseries is being released in late 2024 in France, this new adaptation of Alexandre Dumas's classic novel will reach international audiences in 2025.

Nov

13th

2024

18:30

Partnerships and Alliances

Crayola and Audible to Inspire Children to Listen, Imagine and Create

Renowned children’s creativity brand Crayola and Audible today announced a unique collaboration to foster creativity by using audio storytelling to inspire young minds. This new approach gives educators and parents more tools to nurture and engage children’s imaginations through creative moments.

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