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Why Listening to Audiobooks Count as Reading

6/28/2022

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I'm sure you've heard the saying, "Don't judge a book by its cover." That's because sometimes the most beautiful covers hide the ugliest stories and vice versa. But what about audiobooks? Are there some books that are better to listen to than read? And should we make exceptions for these kinds of books when considering if we read or listen? I'll answer all these questions below!

​Listening to a book counts as having read it.

​Listening to audiobooks counts as reading a book. Listening to an audiobook is a great way to get more reading done in less time (if you're used to speed-reading or listening really closely). This is especially true if you have trouble focusing on one task for very long periods of time, or if you tend to lose focus easily while reading.

Listening while driving or working out can be distracting, so it's best if the narrator doesn't talk too much over music. If there's a lot of dialogue between characters, it may be difficult for someone who isn't used to listening closely enough: In this case, try turning off the music and just listening carefully!
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​Listening to a book may help you remember it better.

​It's been shown that people who listen to audiobooks are more likely to remember the information in them than those who read the same books. This is because listening requires more effort from your brain than reading because you have to process both what you see and hear simultaneously. So if you're planning on doing some serious studying, consider giving yourself (and your brain) a break by listening instead of reading.

Here's how this works: Your eyes and ears take up different parts of your brain, so when they work together, they make it easier for your brain to retain new information. Listening helps stimulate more neurons which makes it easier for the synapses in these neurons to fire together as a group (instead of individually). When these synapses fire together repeatedly over time, this strengthens their connections with each other which allows them all to work better together in future tasks requiring memory recall or recognition.

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Reading for Free & Deals | Book Chat

5/12/2021

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In this episode, Tamara and feature cohost Casey share tons of resources on where you can find both free and discounted books, ebooks, and audiobooks! They also share a few tricks to make the most out of your digital library holds and the Scribd app! 
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Gifts for the Nerdy and Crafty Moms | Mother's Day 2021

4/27/2021

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You've got less than two weeks to get your Mother's Day gift sorted out. I'm here to help you out this year.  If your Mom is anything like mines, it gets harder and harder to impress her every year. I've resorted to becoming really creative and looking for gifts that aren't the obvious ones. A gift that shows that I know what she likes, but are also really unique and fun. Gifts I know won't sit on a shelf collecting dust. The gifts ideas I'm sharing this year perfect for the Nerdy or Crafty Mom! She might be a little of both (I know I am), so take full advantage of these ideas and consider a few items for a gift. Best yet, all of these recommendations are available on Amazon, so you can order and have them delivered in plenty of time!

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The Nerdy Mom

If your Mom enjoys reading, games. watching TV, or cool mugs and shirts, your mom is the Nerdy Mom! Check out these ideas for her.
If your mom loves books or audiobooks and enjoys domestic suspense titles, I recommend Pretty Little Wife by Darby Kane! We recently covered it on the podcast, and let me tell you, we LOVED it! It's our first 5/5 rating in 2021. This smart and well put together domestic suspense will surely entertain! She'll enjoy the ride and want to even share this one with her bookish friends!

Surprise her even more by pairing this with a Kindle!

​If she enjoys audio performances, a good choice is a full cast audiobook production. I recommend ​No 1 Ladies’ Detective Agency: BBC Radio Casebook.

Fancy up this gift by pairing it with some wireless headphones for easy listening.
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​If your Mom is into games and has a fun laid back personality, she will love this! My sisters and I played with our Mom, and no lie, she WON!!! She had a blast. Spend a little more time with Mom this Mother's Day. Grab your siblings, aunts, uncles, cousins, or whomever is in your bubble and let the games begin! 

​Make this gift even more fun by also bringing Mom a bottle of her favorite wine and a decanter. 
From bookish t-shirts to mugs with tons of nerd worthy themes, a lot of options are available. I personally enjoy a good snarky t-shirt! My mom gets a kick out of them She never buys one for herself, but she absolutely wear them. ;)

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Sudio Fem Earbuds Review

11/23/2020

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#Audiobook lovers, you'll want to check this out!! ​I hope you enjoy my review of the Sudio Fem Earbuds. This is NOT a sponsored video. I received a pair in exchange for an honest review. Sudio is from Stockholm, Sweden. They make several styles of earbuds, perfect for audiobook and podcast listening. Check them out if you want to try a pair for yourself!

Highlights:
-These earbuds are perfect for audiobook and podcast listening (especially the Shelf Addiction Podcast).  They also work well with the Nintendo Switch Lite (with a Bluetooth adaptor).
-Once you get these paired, they stay in sync! The connection never dropped once. 
-Lots of ear fitment options. Thanks to the smallest set, the buds actually stay in my ear.
-Good battery life. I was able to listen for several hours of audio off and on all day.
-Unfortunately, these aren't the optimal earbuds if you like listening to music with a lot of bass.

Bottom line, I recommend these headphones for daily use. Perfect for those that need a reliable set of headphones without the high price tag.

The SHELFADDICTION code normally gives 15% on all items. 

During Black Friday, they have a special offer for a 25% discount. With my code, you can get an additional 10% discount. Please check the Sudio website for the current offer.


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Bookstock Returns! | #BookstockMI

4/5/2019

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​​DETROIT'S BIGGEST USED BOOK & MEDIA SALE RETURNS

Get excited! It's that time of year again. One of my favorite events in the Detroit area is back! Every year I am honored to share when Bookstock returns. It's a book and audiobook lovers dream! 

If you don't have plans for this Sunday, you do now! Time to load up on hidden gems and support literacy in Metro Detroit!

Sunday, April 7 Through Sunday, April 14 at Laurel Park Place, Livonia
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​Bookstock is back, offering unbelievable deals on used books and media Sunday, April 7 through Sunday, April 14 at Livonia’s Laurel Park Place. Bargains abound at Bookstock, metro Detroit’s biggest and best used book and media sale, where proceeds benefit literacy and education projects throughout the City of Detroit and Oakland, Wayne, Benzie, Washtenaw and Grand Traverse Counties. 

Bookstock is forming a new partnership with JVS Human Services, which serves as the institutional home of Bookstock. Detroit News columnist Neal Rubin is Honorary Chairperson of Bookstock, and Alycia Meriweather, Deputy Superintendent of Detroit Public Schools Community District, is Bookstock's Honorary Chancellor. Bookstock 2019's Presenting Sponsor is the Mike Morse Law Firm. 

Bookstock’s Pre-Sale will kick-off on Sunday, April 7 at 8:15 a.m. There is a $20 admission charge for the Pre-Sale only, which runs through 11 a.m. and offers savvy shoppers and collectors first crack at Bookstock’s treasure trove of deals. Bookstock has 300,000-plus gently used books, DVDs, CDs, books on tape, and vinyl for sale at bargain basement prices. The sale will continue through Sunday, April 14, running Sundays,11 a.m. — 6 p.m. and Monday through Saturday 10 a.m. — 9 p.m. New stock is added to the floor daily.


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June is Audiobook Month! | Tamara's Top 5 Summer Audiobook Recommendations & Giveaway #LOVEAUDIOBOOKS

6/15/2018

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I am a huge advocate for audiobooks. I love them so much! The fact that I consume so many allows me to share my favorites in any season! Today I am sharing my top 5 audiobooks perfect for Summer. Whether you're a seasoned audiobook listener or brand new to the audio world, these will make your summer extra fun!

They are great to keep you entertained on long car trips and lengthy flights. If you're not going on vacation, no worries, these suggestions will have you pulled into the story on your daily commute or while working at your desk. 

Don't forget to enter the giveaway before you go. ​Get excited! One Shelf Addiction reader from the US will win a copy of ALL 8 audiobooks mentioned below courtesy of the APA and the respective publishers.

Tamara's Top 5 Audiobooks for Summer 2018

These recommendations are in no particular order and there's something for a wide variety of fiction readers! Comment and let me know if you have plans to listen to any of these or if you already have.
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By: Rachel Caine
Narrated by: Emily Sutton-Smith
Series: Stillhouse Lake, Book 1
Length: 10 hrs and 4 mins
Unabridged Audiobook
Release date: 07-01-17
Language: English
Publisher: Brilliance Audio
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​By: Tomi Adeyemi
Narrated by: Bahni Turpin
Series: Legacy of Orïsha, Book 1
Length: 18 hrs and 9 mins
Unabridged Audiobook
Release date: 03-06-18
Language: English
Publisher: Macmillan Audio

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Bookstock is Back Again! | #BookstockMI

4/20/2018

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Bookstock is back starting this Sunday, April 22nd! Bookstock: Michigan's Biggest Used Book & Media Sale is one of my favorite events. Year after year, I go to Bookstock and find some awesome hidden gems, including books that are like new! I get to fill in my shelves and buy missing books to complete series collections all while spending a few hours talking books with other book nerds. Plus the money from my purchases go towards supporting literacy programs in the Metro Detroit area. It's win-win.

​I'll be there early on Sunday morning during the pre-sale.  For those of you that plan to attend, I hope to see you there. If you see me (likely in the YA and Fantasy sections), be sure to stop me and say "hi"!

​METRO DETROIT’S BIGGEST AND BEST USED BOOK AND MEDIA SALE RETURNS!
SUNDAY, APRIL 22 THROUGH SUNDAY, APRIL 29 – LAUREL PARK PLACE, LIVONIA

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Bookstock is back, offering unbelievable deals on used books and media Sunday, April 22 through Sunday, April 29 at Livonia’s Laurel Park Place. Bargains abound at Bookstock, metro Detroit’s biggest and best used book and media sale, where proceeds benefit literacy and education projects in metropolitan Detroit. Detroit Free Press columnist Rochelle Riley and Detroit News columnist Neal Rubin are Honorary Co-Chairs of Bookstock and the Mike Morse Law Firm is Bookstock’s 2018 Presenting Sponsor.

Bookstock’s Pre-Sale will kick-off on Sunday, April 22 at 8:15 a.m. There is a $20 admission charge for the Pre-Sale only, which runs through 11 a.m. and offers savvy shoppers and collectors first crack at Bookstock’s treasure trove of bargains. Bookstock has over 300,000 donated used books, DVDs, CDs, books on tape, magazines and vinyl for sale at bargain basement prices. The sale will continue through Sunday, April 29, running Sundays, 11 a.m. – 6 p.m. and Monday through Saturday 10 a.m. – 9 p.m.


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