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AudiobooksNow Adds Scholastic Audio Titles to Their Digital Audiobook
Download and Streaming Service
VIENNA, Va., April 2, 2014 /PRNewswire/ -- AudiobooksNow has added
Scholastic Audio titles to its digital audiobook download and
streaming service. Scholastic Audio is the audio book business of
Scholastic, the world's largest publisher and distributor of
children's books in the world and a leader in educational technology
and children's media, and the most recent audiobook publisher to
partner with AudiobooksNow whose selection has grown to more than
30,000 titles.
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"Even I remember Scholastic growing up," said Doug Ross, President and
CEO of AudiobooksNow, referring to his advanced years. "I'm sure we've
all been touched by Scholastic's publications at some point in our
childhood. Audiobooks can enhance children's love of books as much as
reading does." Ross said.
"My kids would listen to the same stories over and over again.
Children's audiobooks are great for trips, bedtime, and on the go.
With the growth of digital devices, it's easier to listen now more
than ever," said Ross.
For more than 90 years, Scholastic has helped inspire a love of
literacy and learning in children through print, audio, ebooks,
television, film and digital applications. They are recognized for
beloved characters and bestselling series, including Clifford the Big
Red Dog@, The Magic School Bus@, Goosebumps@, Harry Potter, and The
Hunger Games.
About AudiobooksNow AudiobooksNow is the premier service for
downloading and streaming audiobooks. Users can download or stream
audiobook purchases from the audiobooksnow.com website, or download
them to free Android, Nook or Apple iOS apps. AudiobooksNow offers a
30-day free trial to its Club Pricing Plan that provides up to 50% off
the retail price. AudiobooksNow is owned by Booksfree.com, the leading
online book and audiobook rental service. Booksfree.com has over 14
years of experience in the book and audiobook industry. For more
information, please visit www.audiobooksnow.com.
About Scholastic Scholastic Corporation is the world's largest
publisher and distributor of children's books and a leader in
educational technology and related services and children's media.
Scholastic creates quality books and ebooks, print and
technology-based learning materials and programs, magazines,
multi-media and other products that help children learn both at school
and at home. The Company distributes its products and services
worldwide through a variety of channels, including school-based book
clubs and book fairs, retail stores, schools, libraries, on-air, and
online at www.scholastic.com.
Media Contacts:
Bryan Stafford AudiobooksNow.com 703-748-2390 Email
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