Support local bookstores.
When you choose Libro.fm, you get to purchase audiobooks directly through your local bookstore of choice.
Shop small and gift big! Every purchase supports local bookstores. Make a difference
Switch and support local bookstores.
When you make the #AudiobookSwitch from Audible to Libro.fm, you support your local bookstore with your audiobook membership, keeping money within your local economy, creating local jobs, and making a difference in your community.
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This is why real people decided to choose Libro.fm.
Compare Libro.fm to Audible
| Libro.fm | Audible | |
| Over 215,000 audiobooks to choose from | • | • |
| Includes one audiobook credit per month | • | • |
| 30% off additional audiobooks and gifted audiobooks | • | • |
| Free iOS and Android apps | • | • |
| Ability to redeem credits in-app on iOS | • | • |
| Every purchase supports independent bookstores | • | |
| Membership credits never expire | • | |
| Real people on support—no bots, ever | • | |
| Keep your credits when you hold or cancel | • | |
| DRM-free downloads (you own your audiobooks!) | • | |
| Recommendations and playlists from expert booksellers | • | |
| Helps create local jobs and keep more money in your community | • | |
| Small business and Social Purpose Corporation | • |
Top 7 reasons to make the #AudiobookSwitch
Plenty of people are making the #AudiobookSwitch—choosing Libro.fm and their local, independent bookstore over Amazon’s Audible. Why? We were hoping you’d ask:
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Enjoy expert bookseller recommendations.
Libro.fm offers real recommendations from real people, rather than algorithms which might be unreliable or harmful.
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Own your audiobooks.
We offer 100% DRM-free downloads. With Libro.fm, you actually own each audiobook purchased and have the freedom to download and listen on any device you like. Read more about our “cage-free” audiobooks.
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We’re a Social Purpose Corporation.
As an SPC, Libro.fm is able to pursue both social and financial goals in the for-profit context, even if those social goals may at times conflict with financial interests. Learn more in our 2020 Annual Report.
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Talk to real people.
Libro.fm is staffed by real people who love local bookstores, audiobooks, and customers. Reach us at hello@libro.fm, and a real, audiobook-loving human will get back to you.
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Help your local economy thrive.
When you support your local bookstore, you’re supporting the individuals who work there, plus approximately 28% of all independent bookstore revenue immediately recirculates in the local economy. A win-win.
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Support local bookstores.
We think this reason deserves two mentions. Find your local bookstore and get started.
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Membership details
- Each month, you receive one audiobook credit in exchange for an automatic monthly charge of $14.99 USD plus tax to your credit card. Your membership provides ongoing support for local bookstores.
- Audiobook credits from your membership can be used on your choice of over 215,000 audiobooks, regardless of list price. (Note: Certain audiobooks cannot be purchased with credits due to publisher restrictions.)
- Audiobook credits never expire and can be used on gifts.
- As a member, you receive 30% off additional à la carte audiobook purchases, including gifts.
- You can place your membership on hold or cancel anytime and keep your audiobooks and unused credits.
- Monthly membership is currently available only in the United States and Canada, but gift memberships are available worldwide.
