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There’s nothing worse than getting on the subway, settling in for a long ride, and realizing that you have nothing to occupy yourself with. Listening to music is great, but there are so many times when I’m in a quiet car and don’t want to annoy my fellow passengers by pumping up the tunes. Reading is my favorite “commuter activity”–but I hate lugging around paperbacks and e-books. (My bag already weighs a ton! The laptop and camera kill my shoulder.)

Enter Audible.com, an audiobook subsidiary of Amazon that is seriously awesome. Members have access to more than 150,000 audiobook titles (including new releases and best sellers), and they get one audiobook per month as well as exclusive discounts on additional purchases. I’ve been using it on the train while traveling downtown for meetings and events, and I’ve been so much happier. A lot less anger and stress; a lot more learning and calmness. ;)
Audible subscriptions make for great gifts, too. Of course, I think they’re perfect presents for the holidays–but they’re truly wonderful for any event, and for any person. Whether for your parents, children, siblings, in-laws, friends or even your boss, they’re sure to please. They’re perfect for those with commutes or travel plans, for those who have expressed the desire to start reading again (#motivation), or for those who are in need of some relaxation time. :) And who isn’t in need of that?!
Have you tried Audible.com yet?!
They actually have a $3 for 3 months promotion going on right now with code 981209379088 for all new subscribers! I just signed up yesterday and already started a book while commuting home. I have an hour and half public transportation commute each day and Audible is going to be my best commuting buddy from now on! I wish they give more credits per month though, like Netflix!
Julia || Closet de Jules
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Julia,
SUCH a great tip! Thank you so much for sharing!
Isn’t Audible the best? It makes the commute so much faster and more enjoyable. I drive home to the East Coast a LOT, and it’s been awesome for that. I feel like I’m being kind of productive with the day, instead of just being lost in my thoughts or rocking out to country music. (Which, don’t get me wrong, is awesome as well, haha.)
Anyway, thank you! You’re the best!
xx