Current Audiobook Specials

[Catlady]

Originally Posted by Venus

Really how? I have mostly cd's for driving and downloads for my clip zip. Those I get from the library. I'm big on walking miles. But I don't want to be tied to a monthly subscription. I usually just wait for sales and buy. But there a few audiobooks that I am dying to get so I thought I could get one of them and use this coupon to save some money. I am ready for more listening but without the commitments.

You just click on sign in, and then use your Amazon account or create a new account. You don't need to commit to a plan.

[tubemonkey]

Originally Posted by Venus

Really how? I have mostly cd's for driving and downloads for my clip zip. Those I get from the library. I'm big on walking miles. But I don't want to be tied to a monthly subscription. I usually just wait for sales and buy. But there a few audiobooks that I am dying to get so I thought I could get one of them and use this coupon to save some money. I am ready for more listening but without the commitments.

Originally Posted by Catlady

You just click on sign in, and then use your Amazon account or create a new account. You don't need to commit to a plan.

If you're new to Audible, you can click on this link and get two free audiobooks with a free 30-day trial period. After that, you're free to cancel.

[Dr. Drib]

Originally Posted by tubemonkey

If you're new to Audible, you can click on this link and get two free audiobooks with a free 30-day trial period. After that, you're free to cancel.

My understanding is, on this plan, if you don't cancel then you're charged $14.95 each month, which will entitle you to earn one credit.

Apparently, one uses a credit to 'purchase' an audiobook.

In special instances, I am led to believe, audiobooks take more than one credit to 'purchase.'

Is this scenario correct?




Don

[tubemonkey]

Originally Posted by Dr. Drib

My understanding is, on this plan, if you don't cancel then you're charged $14.95 each month, which will entitle you to earn one credit.

That's correct. Here's the fine print:

*Try Audible free, for 30 days. Your free trial includes credits for two free audiobooks. After 30 days your paid membership will begin, at $14.95 per month. With your membership you will receive one credit every month, good for any audiobook on Audible.

Cancel anytime, effective the next billing cycle. Cancel before your trial ends and you will not be charged. Check out the full terms and policies that apply to Audible membership.

Apparently, one uses a credit to 'purchase' an audiobook.

In special instances, I am led to believe, audiobooks take more than one credit to 'purchase.'

Is this scenario correct?

Correct; only a few books charge two credits. The vast majority are one credit.

[Dr. Drib]

Thanks for the information on this, tubemonkey.

---Slightly OT:

Do you recall some negative comments on something to do with Amazon sharing its ebook account information with Audible? (I realize it's the same company, but there were a few disgruntled individuals, but I can't remember any details, except it had something to do with billing. I'll move this to its own thread, if you feel this is not a correct place for any discussion on this.)

Thanks.



Don

[koland]

Originally Posted by Venus

I don't have an existing account nor do I want to create a new one yet. I bought 20 cd's from Tantor on their last 50% sale for my gridlock commute. I have about 5 left. I'll try on my phone again. I was hoping to use the special for an audible book that I want badly. If it requires an account, I am not ready yet. Thank you so much for your help.

Use your amazon login - everyone with an amazon acct has an audible acct already.

Note: this offer is limited to those in the US (according to some of the fine print).

[koland]

Originally Posted by Dr. Drib

Thanks for the information on this, tubemonkey.

---Slightly OT:

Do you recall some negative comments on something to do with Amazon sharing its ebook account information with Audible? (I realize it's the same company, but there were a few disgruntled individuals, but I can't remember any details, except it had something to do with billing. I'll move this to its own thread, if you feel this is not a correct place for any discussion on this.)

Thanks.



Don

Don - I don't know if there are negative comments about it (although I'm sure some people will be upset about anything), but if you have an Audible account tied to your Amazon acct (same login credentials), then you see your audible books on your kindle acct. You can also listen to them from your Kindle, if it is one with speakers or sound output.

If you have a subscription acct, you also get your choice of the NYT or (I think), the Washington Post, daily (free). You can listen from any audible app or a kindle (with speakers, again) on the acct.

They do have periodic sales where if you have two credits, you get three books and every now and then 2-for-1 credit deals.

If you run out of credits, you can usually buy three for about $35 (slight discount).

You can still pay for books, if they work out to less than the $10-$15 you have in a credit.

[tubemonkey]

Originally Posted by Dr. Drib

Thanks for the information on this, tubemonkey.

---Slightly OT:

Do you recall some negative comments on something to do with Amazon sharing its ebook account information with Audible? (I realize it's the same company, but there were a few disgruntled individuals, but I can't remember any details, except it had something to do with billing. I'll move this to its own thread, if you feel this is not a correct place for any discussion on this.)

Thanks.

YW

I don't recall that; maybe someone else does. As far as being off topic, I don't believe in the term ...so feel free to discuss it here; I'm cool with it.

[odiakkoh]

I remember the complaints. I don't really remember the specifics though.

[Loosheesh]

Originally Posted by Rh3a

Get a $5 coupon from Audible: http://www.facebook.com/photo.php?fb...51555382150812

Originally Posted by tubemonkey

What can $5 get you at Audible?

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[LIST][*]$0.99 Classics (108 titles)

I picked up five of the $0.99 classics

Originally Posted by tubemonkey

If you're new to Audible, you can click on this link and get two free audiobooks with a free 30-day trial period. After that, you're free to cancel.

Their previous offer was for only one book, IIRC

[tubemonkey]

Originally Posted by Loosheesh

I picked up five of the $0.99 classics

Cool; that's what I plan on doing too

Their previous offer was for only one book, IIRC

There are several offers out there. Some with one free audiobook and some with two.

[Dr. Drib]

For me, those 99-cent classics are already showing as being free.

??


Don

[tubemonkey]

Originally Posted by Dr. Drib

For me, those 99-cent classics are already showing as being free.

??

The Kindle books are free and the companion Audible books are $0.99. The link takes you to the Kindle page. You must buy or already own the Kindle book first. Once that is done, you're then eligible for the reduced priced Audible book.

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[Marrella]

Originally Posted by Rh3a

Get a $5 coupon from Audible: http://www.facebook.com/photo.php?fb...51555382150812

Thanks. I was able to get it without facebook, too.

[tubemonkey]

Here's the fine print for this Free $5 Audible Coupon:

Note: be advised that you must use this $5 coupon within 90 days of obtaining it -- that means it'll expire anywhere from 17~23 Nov 2013 -- YMMV

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Enjoy this gift of $5 as a token of our appreciation.
Available to the first 100,000 fans that claim this offer. Offer expires on 08/26/13.

Terms and conditions:
The promotion is valid for a limited time only and while promotional items supplies last. The promotion applies only to items sold by audible.com. The same items sold by other sellers (e.g. audible.co.uk, etc.) do not qualify. Claim codes cannot be resold, transferred for value, redeemed for cash or applied to any other Audible account, except where required by law. The coupon is valid for audio content only and will expire if not used within 90 days. The offer is only available to customers in the United States. Audible account required. Other terms and conditions apply, including those available at http://www.audible.com/gift-terms. If you violate any of the terms or conditions, the promotion will be invalid, and the offer will not apply. Audible reserves the right to modify or cancel at any time. Void where prohibited.