I tried a couple of times to find certain audiobooks, but seldomly had luck. There just does not seem to be a place that sells digital versions of audiobooks, similar to how bandcamp sells music.

And even putting on my eye patch and throwing out my fishing net I was not able to find a place to get them.

I do not want to use a subscription service, especially if it’s part of amazon.

Therefore it seems buying a CD and ripping it is the only option left.

  • Moghul@lemmy.world
    51·
    8 months ago

    Libby. I got a library card from like… Kentucky library or something. I don’t live in America. I got a library card for my local library too but it doesn’t have as good of a stock.

      • ValiantDust@feddit.de
        5·
        8 months ago

        I’ve wondered if there is any way to get an US library card as a non-citizen for a while and this thread got me to finally do the research. The Queens Public Library apparently issues cards to non-US-residents for 50$/year. I have yet to look into it more thoroughly and check out the catalogue. But considering the number of Audiobooks I listen to, it seems like a good deal.

      • Moghul@lemmy.world
        01·
        8 months ago

        I can’t remember what county I signed up with but I just provided a real address in the county and a fake name and that was it. It’s free. There’s a thread on the other site for libby libraries you can sign up with for free. Some work, some don’t.

      • Today@lemmy.world
        1·
        8 months ago

        I signed in using my Dallas public library card, but once you’re in i think you can add other libraries for bigger selection.

        Edit to add - Harris County Public Library let’s you sign up online through libby with a phone number. It’s says it’s a temporary card but would at least get your started.