Audible is the most popular distributor of audiobooks in the world right now. It is our favorite platform for audio and we have a great review of the platform if you’d like to learn more.
But have you ever wondered how to buy an Audiobook for someone else? Learning how to give an Audible book as a gift is actually incredibly easy. Which is lucky, because audiobooks make great gifts.
In this article, we’ll quickly go over how to buy an Audible book for a friend or family member. Note, a bunch of this info has been taken from the Audible help centre, and I checked it all personally to see if it is still relevant.
How to buy an Audible book for someone else
Step 1: Go into the Audible store
Okay, this one is obviously easy. However, it is good to know that there isn’t any special storefront for gifts, you can do everything from the main store.
Step 2: Find your chosen book and click the ‘gift’ link
When you find the book you want to gift, you’ll see a link to give the book as a gift.
The link is tucked away under the buttons and hand can be a bit hard to see. To be honest, I only saw it for the first time when I had to write this article.
Below is an expertly circled screenshot from my phone. And don’t worry, I managed to charge my phone in time.
Step 4: Choose how you want to gift the book
You can either email the book, or, you can print a voucher and hand it to someone in person.
I love the print version, it makes gifting a lot more personal.
Step 5: Double-check and confirm
Before confirming your purchase, make sure all your details are correct.
If they are, click confirm and you’ll be sent to the ‘thank you’ page. If you chose the ‘print’ option, you’ll be given further instruction.
FAQs on how to give an Audible book as a gift
Below are a few frequently asked question on gifting an Audible book.
Can I use my Audible credits to pay for a gift?
Yes, when you purchase an Audible book as a gift, you can use any credits you may have on your account.
If you don’t have any credits, you can still use your credit card and save money with Audible’s member rates.
How does the person redeem the gift?
The instructions to redeem the gift will depend on if you’ve ordered an email or print voucher. However, instructions are incredibly straightforward and included in the email/on the coupon.
What happens if I am gifted an Audible book I already own?
Don’t stress, if you’re gifted an Audible book you already own, you’ll be given a credit.
Final Thoughts
An Audible book is a great gift and hopefully, this article will help you learn how to give a book as a gift.
If you want to learn more about Audible, you can check out the website.
