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🎧 The audiobook company that shares profits with independent bookshops πŸ’— Certified B Corp πŸ”— Shop, sign up, find bookshops, & more: www.libro.fm

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Hi, we are an alternative to Amazon-owned Audible πŸ‘‹πŸ» With us, you select the independent bookshop you want to support (we have 3,000+ partners across the globe), and we share profits from your purchase with them. We're also employee-owned and a registered Social Purpose Corporation.

What would you say if I told you there was a way to buy audiobooks through your indie bookshop? πŸ‘€

This weekend at my indie bookstore, they were collecting blankets for the unhoused community and donations for a local prison literature project. At checkout, when chatting with the bookseller about their event lineup, they told me I could get $5 off at the local brewery with my receipt.

All of this sounds too good to be true, but this is just every day business for indies πŸ’“ They care in a way mega-retailers will never.

Just me, sitting at my desk, staring off into space as I try to come up with a catchy little statement that will help people realize there’s an alternative to Audible that shares profits with indie bookstores πŸ™ƒ

If you're looking to divest from Amazon, audiobooks are a great place to start. We're an alternative that supports the indie bookshop of your choice with every purchase. Not only does that mean you're supporting your indie, but your wider community. Change echoes! πŸ’“β 

B to the O to the G to the O, BOGO sale time! Starting today through October 29, Libro members can get two audiobooks with just one credit from a featured selection. As always, your purchases support your independent bookshop πŸ’“β  Not a member? Start a membership to shop the sale! ⏬

Why yes, we ARE an audiobook (and soon to be ebook) company that shares profits from your purchases with your indie bookstore of choice πŸ’…

Last weekend, I saw people reading in the park, in line at the bakery, in a coffee shop, outside the library, and on their front stoop. The indie I visited at 7 pm on Friday was packed. People are most definitely reading πŸ’“

It probably comes as no surprise, but we at Libro believe that voting is powerful πŸ“£ Because just like when you choose to support your indie bookshop over Amazon, your vote goes straight back into your community! We have resources to help ⏬

Soon with Libro, when you own both the audiobook and ebook, not only will you be able to pick up where you left off between versions, but also follow along in the ebook while listening to the audiobook. Best part? As always, your purchases support your indie bookshop πŸ’“

A certain mega retailer's big sale ended yesterday? Great news. You can shop great deals and support your indie bookshop EVERY day with Libro audiobooks.

Instead of shopping from a mega corporation, support indie bookstores today, tomorrow, and the next day.

It's a PRIME DAY to shop our Indie Bookshop Appreciation Sale, where every audiobook you purchase directly benefits your independent bookshop (versus a mega corporation). You don't have to be a member to shop, but members do take an additional 30% off. ⬇️ ⬇️ ⬇️

This Banned Books Week and beyond, we at Libro are committed to fighting for the freedom to read. We work closely with organizers, fight legal challenges, raise awareness, and activate our community. How can you join us? ⬇️

Talking to a bookseller about books > talking to an AI generated book character about books

Today is a great day to support your indie bookshop with an audiobook purchase πŸ™ƒ

Not all heroes wear capes. Some of us carry tote bags full of books from our independent bookstore or public library. The weight threatens to crush us, but we persevere.

Say you read one book a month. If you buy the book at your indie, it might cost a few more dollars than from a megaretailer. Now imagine if 9 more people in your community made that switch. What may feel like a small thing is often actually big, especially when we work together πŸ’“

Did you know that average net profits for independent bookshops in the US were just 1.3% in 2025? Every dollar we spend at our indie makes a difference.

It's the first day of fall, which means you will find me under a blanket, on my couch, book and a mug of tea in hand 🍁

Indie bookshops across the globe might not all sell books in the same language, or have the same recommendations, or host the same events. But their message is consistent: Read books, and shop small πŸ’“

I can't help myself when I see book merch! I own six bookish hats and I'm not even a hat person! I have an overflowing sticker box! And don't even get me started on my tote bags!

ICYMI, we're an audiobook (& soon to be ebook) company that shares profits with 5k indie bookshops across the globe. We have 750k audiobooks in our catalog, offer different membership plans, our audiobooks are DRM-free, & your credits never expire. Oh, and we're employee owned & a Certified B Corp 🫢🏻

β€œI'm just a person who loves to read. I can't make a difference.” That’s not true! Reading is a superpower 🌟

Shout out to all the booksellers and librarians who helped me fall in love with reading as a kid πŸ’“

In need of weekend plans? Why not visit your indie bookstore? Books. Vibes. Community. Maybe even a cat or dog.

We're proud to be an employee-owned company πŸ™ƒ No big tech or shady investors here! And that means we can stay true to our mission of supporting indie bookshops with your audiobook (and soon, ebook) purchases πŸ’“

It's Library Card Sign Up Month 😍 Libraries do so much for our communities, and a library card opens up worlds of possibilities. And when we get a library card, we help ensure they can keep providing all their wonderful resources. So go get a library card, and help others sign up!

With Libro, you don't lose what you buy. Your audiobooks are yours to keep, your credits never expire, you can pause or cancel your membership easily and at any time. We are here to support indie bookshops, and not rip off or scam the people that want to support them.

Tomorrow is Black Bookstore Day πŸ’• The day recognizes the history, cultural significance, and continued impact of Black-owned bookstores. We're incredibly grateful for the 300+ Black-owned bookshops we partner with across the globe, all of which play a vital role in their local communities.

You don't need big tech to get your audiobooks! You can get them through your indie bookstore via us at Libro 😘

I have the Friday "blahs" and what's getting me through the day is the promise of finishing my book tonight and eating a cookie.

We should all read more. And shop at indie bookstores more. And support public libraries more. And discuss books together more.

We all need some joy these days πŸ«‚ So how about a giveaway for a free audiobook credit from the audiobook listening company that supports indie bookshops? All you have to do is let us know in the comments your favorite indie bookstore(s). Go! ⏬

Details: One entry per person. This giveaway is open internationally, 18+ and closes 8/20/26 at 8:00 AM PT. The giveaway is not affiliated with Bluesky. The winner will be contacted over DM directly.

No matter our individual budget or accessibility needs, there are more ways than ever to divest from Amazon! And we are proud to be one of them ☺️