I threw away Audible's app, and now I self-host my audiobooks
Briefly

The article discusses the author's transition from using the Audible app to Audiobookshelf for listening to audiobooks. After experiencing persistent technical issues with the Audible app, which included lengthy loading times and failure to access the library, the author sought an alternative solution. Audiobookshelf emerged as an efficient self-hosted option that allows users to stream DRM-free audiobooks without dependency on cloud services. The setup process is straightforward, making it an appealing choice for those frustrated with their current audiobook platforms.
Audiobookshelf is a self-hosted audiobook and podcast server that provides a reliable alternative to the faulty Audible app, ensuring continuous access to audiobooks.
After struggling with Audible's app, which frequently failed to load, I found success with Audiobookshelf—a solution that restored my wife's audiobook experience.
Setting up Audiobookshelf requires little technical knowledge, and its capability to manage 300+ audiobooks makes it an accessible option for audiobook enthusiasts.
With Audiobookshelf, my wife can focus on enjoying her audiobooks again, a much-needed relief after the frustrating experience with the unreliable Audible application.
Read at Ars Technica
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