In May 2026, digital audiobook revenues in the US rose by 13% to $100.7 million, surpassing e-book revenue which declined by nearly 1% to $84.2 million. This data highlights a continued shift in consumer preference toward audio formats over traditional e-books.
Background
The publishing industry has seen a steady rise in audiobook consumption over recent years, driven by advancements in text-to-speech technology and changing consumer habits regarding media consumption.
- Source
- Good e-Reader
- Published
- Jul 21, 2026 at 11:00 PM
- Score
- 5.0 / 10