An audio book is a voice recording of written material. I suppose to put in its most simplest terms an audio book is simply a book which people listen to on tape. Many retailers did not see the need for these audio books, but the books gained popularity quickly. Now there are many websites dedicated to providing free audio book downloads to everyone. There is really no limit to the genres available to you through free audio books downloads.

Fiction, nonfiction, research, even books about selling such things as composite doors, Psychic readings and link building services are now available. There are many different download formats available as well. You are now able to choose to download a free audio book in MP3 or iPod formats, enabling you to listen while walking, running, or other forms of exercise. These free audio books are also available in a WMA or Windows Media Audio format. This particular format does not work with an Apple iPod. WMP software is often available for gratis on the majority of these websites.

Many home and automobile stereo systems are now compatible with an MP3 or iPod. This is a great way for your family to reap the rewards of hearing different literary works. A wide range of children’s novels/books as well as the main literature book of all time, the Bible are others that can now be downloaded as an audio book free from charge. These books are also a terrific way to help your commute time seem shorter on the way to work.

With the availability of free audio books, it has opened up the world of literature to the illiterate. Many who cannot read the written word are finding great joy in listening to the classics or learning new skills to help with their day to day lives and also for entertainment.