Pros and Cons of BBC audio books

The BBC is one of the most reputable creators of audio books, which are becoming more and more popular due to their accessible nature. There are also many other audio book suppliers out there, so how do you know which to choose? This piece will explore the pros and cons of BBC audio books, and whether they are worth investing in.

Advantages of BBC Audio Books

The Company
The BBC is an extremely reliable company, being the preferred quality provider of education and entertainment via radio and television in the UK. Recently, "BBC Audiobooks" was bought by "AudioGo", a separate publishing organisation, though the material is still made by the BBC. However, this is not necessarily a bad thing. AudioGo Website
Though the BBC has its own shop at Bbcshop.com, the AudioGo website (Audiogo.co.uk) is much easier to navigate. Users can select bestselling audio books, special offers, collections, and have access to numerous categories and genres. Format
Audio book formats are also very accessible. As well as the more traditional CD, most audio books are also available via BBC download, which is great news for people with MP3 players or who wish to access books online. Variety available
The best thing about BBC audio books is the variety on offer. As well as traditional readings of classic literature, there are also recordings of BBC audio comedy, radio dramatisations, documentaries, TV adaptations, and children's literature. Education
As one of the BBC's main preoccupations, it is no surprise that most BBC audio books are extremely educational. The catalog of radio drama is probably the best part of the BBC audio books range. If you ever miss any of the BBC radio plays, you can buy most of them via AudioGo, including productions from as far back as the 1970s. This is great for teachers and students alike. Many of the recorded radio documentaries are equally informative, providing a valuable learning tool. For example, the BBC Radio 4 documentary on the King James Bible has contributions from many educated figures, such as the Archbishop of Canterbury.

Disadvantages of BBC Audio Books

To be truthful, there are not many disadvantages to the BBC audio books service. Websites other than AudioGo
BBC audio books are also sold through other online retailers such as Amazon, but on these websites the publications are not categorised as clearly as on the AudioGo website. The BBC Shop website is also quite difficult to navigate around, as the site also deals with other publications. However, if you stick to AudioGo, you will be able to clearly see what the BBC offer.
Final word
Otherwise, BBC Audiobooks through AudioGo is a fantastic and financially viable service, offering something for everyone.