Amazon unveils Kindle+ subscription, a rebrand with more audiobooks

Amazon has rebranded its existing Kindle Unlimited subscription as 'Kindle+' and expanded its offerings to include more audiobooks. The new service costs $11.99 per month and grants subscribers access to a vast library of eBooks, audiobooks, comics, manga, and magazines. Up to 20 digital books, audiobooks, or comics can be borrowed simultaneously and enjoyed within the Kindle app on various devices, including iPhones, iPads, and Kindle devices.

While the introduction of Kindle+ is primarily a rebranding effort, the upgrade also introduces an expanded selection of audiobooks for subscribers. This enhancement includes the option for authors to add more eligible audiobooks, including AI-narrated titles, to the Kindle+ library. Amazon aims to improve the reading experience by enabling users to seamlessly transition between eBooks and virtual narration during their daily activities.

Additionally, users will have the option to choose from a broader range of available audiobooks, featuring both traditional narrators and those created using Amazon's Virtual Voice tool, which allows authors to offer AI-narrated versions of their books. The service also retains human-narrated audiobooks. Subscribers can sign up for Kindle+ with a 30-day free trial.