February 2021 News Roundup

JOHN LEGUIZAMO TO HOST THE 26TH ANNUAL AUDIE AWARDS

"...I can't wait to honor this evolving art form. In a year that's been so turbulent, it feels good to pay tribute to the artists who helped us still feel human in an era of social-distancing and self-isolation." [Source: itnewsonline]

WELCOME TO THE YEAR OF THE AUDIOBOOK

Turning on an audiobook while your little rummages through bins of LEGO opens up entirely new worlds for them. [Source: EastOregonian]

AS AUDIOBOOKS BOOM, PUBLISHERS GET INVENTIVE WITH SOUND-ONLY RECIPES, PUZZLES, HOW-TOS

Audiobooks’ rise in popularity is giving publishers confidence to move beyond lean-back listening. [Source: WSJ]

MIDIA RESEARCH REPORTS STRONG GROWTH FOR AUDIO

Though 2020 was a case of a high tide rises all boats, audiobooks were a big winner. [Source: MIDiA]

HOW TO USE AUDIOBOOKS TO ENGAGE WITH YOUR CHILD

Enjoying an audiobook with your family is a great way to spend time together. [Source: abc10]

CHANGING TRENDS IN THE PUBLISHING INDUSTRY

Watch as the publishing industry evolves into the future. [Source: Forbes]