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Switch and support local bookstores.

When you make the switch from Audible to Libro.fm, you support Western Sky Books—keeping money within your local economy, creating local jobs, and making a difference in your community.

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Why you should switch to Libro.fm

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Support local bookstores

We share profits with independent bookstores, who help build community and create local jobs.

2

Bookseller picks

Real booksellers write our recommendations, not algorithms.

3

You own your audiobooks

We offer 100% DRM-free downloads. This means you actually own each audiobook purchased, and have the freedom to download and listen on any device you like.

4

Real people, always

When you email support at hello@libro.fm, you are always communicating with a real human being. Our team is full of bookworms who love reading as much as you do.

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We are listening

When you give us feedback, we listen. Reader requests drive our tech updates to improve your listening experience.

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We’re a Social Purpose Corporation

As an SPC, we can make business decisions that aren’t solely for financial gain. Read our reports.

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Special offer

Free audiobook with membership

For a limited time, when you sign up for a new monthly membership with code CHOOSEINDIE, we’ll give you a bonus audiobook! That means you’ll have 2 audiobook credits to redeem from the start.

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“Just a reminder that if you’re a fan of audiobooks (I mean come on, they’re great) if you use Libro.fm, your audiobook purchase directly benefits an indie bookstore of your choice. It’s a great alternative to the other options out there. Can’t recommend it enough.”

Clint Smith

“Supporting billionaires is out. Supporting book people is in.”

Jelly Pops Book Club

“Great selection, great prices, great quality, great service, great recommendations (from real booksellers), great interface, and a positive impact on independent booksellers. Zero regrets about making the switch. In fact, it's a feel good experience every time I listen.”

Chris Ryba-Tures

“When you buy audiobooks from @librofm, in addition to giving money to independent bookstores instead of a billionaire tool, you get great customer service.”

Anne Ursu

“Allowed me to fully switch away from that other app without sacrificing anything in terms of quality or availability... It was truly a win-win-win and a no-brainer to make the switch.”

Drew Register

“Another company that underpays the people on which their platform is built has started selling audiobooks, which means it’s time for me to remind you that @librofm exists and a portion of your purchase goes to indie bookstores like us.”

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Compare Libro.fm to Audible

Libro.fm Audible
Over 325,000 audiobooks to choose from • •
Includes one audiobook credit per month • •
30% off additional audiobooks and gifted audiobooks • •
Free iOS (including Apple Watch) and Android apps • •
Ability to redeem credits in-app on iOS and Android • •
Every purchase supports Western Sky Books •
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 •
Employee-owned small business and Social Purpose Corporation •
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Western Sky Books

Western Sky Books is proud to partner with Libro.fm to give you a great audiobook experience.