Audiobooks are great for listening to your favorite titles while doing chores or taking a walk. From conveniently immersing yourself in captivating fictional worlds to learning from inspirational pieces, you only need your mobile device and a pair ofgood true wireless earbudsto become engrossed in the experience.
If you are an avid listener, the cost of audiobooks can quickly rack up, unlike podcasts, for example, which you can listen to for free or at the expense of some ads. There are ways to ignite your passion for literature without igniting your wallet. This article explores how to find free audiobooks on in theGoogle Play Store appso that you can listen to sizzling literature at no cost.
Exploring Google Play for free audiobook downloads
Free Google Play audiobooks are usually auto-generated narrations. Such audiobooks include fiction like fairy tales and bestsellers likeThe War of the Worlds,Frankenstein,and other classics that are no longer copyrighted.
Android phones come with the Google Play Store built-in, so you can launch the app and get audiobooks using these steps:
Screenshots were taken on Android, but the steps are similar on the iPhone.
If you use a mobile or metered network, you might see a pop-up notifying you that you may be charged for data usage. Continue by tappingDownload now.
Find free audiobooks on your Windows or Mac computer
If you prefer to listen on your PC, follow these steps instead:
you’re able to listen to downloaded audiobooks on your Google Home smart speaker or on the go via Android Auto.
Alternatives to Google Play for free audiobooks
Besides Google Play Books, there are other audiobook apps you can check out for free materials. Here are some of them.
Librivox hosts free public-domain audiobooks read by volunteers from around the world. These public domain audiobooks include poems, short stories, and plays available for download on PC or from the mobile app. You can access Librivox’s library on Google Home and filter their catalog by author, title, genre, or subject. You can also volunteer to read audiobooks on their website.
OverDrive allows you to access free audiobooks through your local library or school. You can borrow audiobooks directly onto your phone using the Libby iOS or Android app or visiting OverDrive’s website on your PC. You need a library card to access OverDrive or the Libby app, which will request your library card number. Once you’ve found a title of interest, you can view additional information and borrow it or request a digital version from your library’s website. OverDrive conveniently loans books for 21 days and automatically returns them to avoid late fees without you setting foot in the library.
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Finding free audiobooks on the Google Play Store
Searching for free audiobooks in Google Play via the search bar is one of the best ways to find them. You can also filter results according to your options. Trying out other alternatives can help you access more titles for free. If you’re not a fan of audiobooks,check out our guide to getting free ebooks.
