What Are MP3 "AudioBooks"?

MP3 is a file format that stores sound files digitally. It keeps great sound quality and has an extremely small file size so it doesn't take up much room on your computer.

MP3s have the "mp3" after the name of the file such as "Dora.mp3". These files are smaller than normal audio files and this makes them much easier to upload and share with friends. Unfortunately, many times this can be illegal. If you purchase an audio book MP3, make sure you read the fine print about sharing so you don't get in trouble. Some people have been sued over file sharing but not to many.

An MP3 file can be listened to in quite a few ways. There are many programs out there just for MP3's and depending on your level of confidence with them the programs can be very simple to use or very sophisticated. It all depends on what you like to do. Most Windows computers come with Windows Media Player which can play MP3's so you might not have to do anything at all. You can go to the store and get personal MP3 players also. These are great for people on the go and are virtually weightless.

If you really like the MP3 format, you might want to try something like WinAmp or a similar program. The different programs work well for audio books because it can give you a lot of information and has many different categories you can choose to put your various books in. They also let you mess with the sound settings themselves so you can make the voice of a reader a little easier to hear. Again, this all depends on personal preference.

You can download MP3 files on many different websites. Many of them will require you to sign up and then they will charge your bank account or credit card every time you download an MP3 audio book. This is very convenient and you have absolutely no wait time whatsoever. You just click the audio book you want to download and probably press an OK button and you are done. It will download to your computer in no time at all.

There are special online clubs that offer you deals on MP3 books if you use their service. They have huge catalogs for you to browse through with a huge variety of audio books to suit your personal tastes. You can find full length novels, self-help books, school textbooks, children's books, and any other book you can think of. Many of these sites appreciate your input and suggestions for books that they might not carry and will acquire them for you very quickly. The prices all tend to vary so it's good to look for special deals such as buy 1 get 1 free, or discounts of some kind.