Audiobook service, Spotify Audiobooks+, makes its debut in the United States.
In a significant move, Spotify has expanded its Audiobooks+ service to the United States, providing users with a vast library of audiobooks to explore. The service, which has already been successful in Canada, Ireland, the UK, Australia, and various European markets, now offers access to around 375,000 titles [1][3].
For Spotify Premium subscribers, the Audiobooks+ add-on costs an additional $11.99 per month and comes with 15 additional hours of audiobook listening each month [1]. This doubles the typical 15 hours of audiobook listening included with standard Premium plans, offering a total of 30 hours per month for subscribers who opt for Audiobooks+ [3].
Family and Duo plan members can also share this additional audiobook listening time, making it an attractive option for those who enjoy listening to audiobooks together [1][3].
Unlike other platforms, Spotify's Audiobooks+ model emphasizes purchasing listening time (hours) rather than individual titles [3]. This approach allows users flexible, risk-free exploration of the catalog, enabling them to discover new authors and genres without the commitment of purchasing each book outright.
While Spotify does not publicly list specific audiobook titles or detailed genre classifications for its offerings, the service generally covers a broad range typical for large audiobook platforms, including fiction, non-fiction, mystery, thriller, self-help, biography, and more [3].
The average audiobook length on Spotify Audiobooks is around 10-12 hours, although some audiobooks can be significantly longer, especially for longer novels or those with more complex content [2].
Michael Kozlowski, a well-known figure in the audiobook, e-book, and e-reader industry, resides in Vancouver, British Columbia, Canada. He has been writing about these topics for the past eighteen years [5]. However, he is not mentioned as a representative of Spotify in this article.
In conclusion, Spotify Audiobooks+ in the U.S. offers a flexible, affordable way for users to access a vast library of audiobooks. While specific title and genre details are not publicly disclosed, the service's emphasis on purchasing listening time provides a unique and attractive option for audiobook enthusiasts.
Embracing technology, the e-reader community is intrigued by Spotify's entrance into the audiobook market with Audiobooks+, as it brings a new lifestyle twist to audiobook consumption, challenging the traditional purchasing model by offering flexible listening time instead of individual titles.
Michael Kozlowski, an influential figure in the e-book and e-reader industry, expresses his interest in following Spotify's approach as the company redefines the boundaries of audiobook consumption on a global scale.
