Today's Book Blogger Hop topic is: do you listen to audiobooks with earbuds or headphones?
Short Answer: No. And yes!
Long Answer: I spend most of my days at home alone, and I listen to one or two audiobooks a week as a result. I just plug my iPod or phone into a portable speaker for use when doing housework and for when I shower, with no need for earbuds then. In the evenings, I listen to audiobooks in the living room while I cross stitch. If my husband is reading or watching something, then I use my earbuds; otherwise, it doesn't bother him, and he even listens some, as well. In the car, no earbuds, of course, as that is super dangerous, but I never go into a store alone without them in and an audiobook playing. At bedtime, I generally listen to the Psalms as I go to sleep, and I use earbuds then, too. I listen to audiobooks more without than with, but definitely need a working set at all times.
What about you? Do you listen to audiobooks? If so, what is your typical way?
The Book Blogger Hop is a weekly feature hosted by Ramblings of a Coffee Addicted Writer. A bookish prompt is given, for the dual purpose of giving the blogger a topic to discuss, and a way to find other book blogs to read and follow.
I started to listen to audiobooks 2 months ago, and now it's become quite a routine. I only do it at night before bed, for 30-45 minutes at least, with headphones. I found it more comfortable for my ears, compared to earbuds.
ReplyDeleteI'm odd in that at night in bed, I feel like I have to keep one ear open, to listen for any noises (LOL), so I only use one earbud in bed. I've never tried actual headphones, but I bet the sound would be great. (Thanks for the visit!)
DeleteI have never been able to make earbuds stay in my ears. I think I need to take a class on that! :-)
ReplyDeleteI struggle with that too - currently use a pair leftover from my hubby when he upgraded his and I'm forever pushing them back in my ear.
DeleteI agree, it can be a problem with certain kinds of earbuds! I can only do the small ones that have the foam on the outside. The kind that came with my iPod, for example, are impossible!
DeleteI use earbuds (that don't fit particularly well) because I've never been able to find a comfortable pair of headphones.....they push on my ears too much. Sigh. Mostly I listen in the car, so nothing is required. :)
ReplyDeleteTerrie @ Bookshelf Journeys
https://www.bookshelfjourneys.com/post/friday-memes-14
I agree with you and Meezan -- it can be hard to find a good pair! I usually do better with the cheap ones that just have the foam around the ear piece. Like you, I find headphones push my ears too much, too!
DeleteI hardly ever listen to audiobooks. I think if I did I still wouldn't use earbuds!
ReplyDeleteI started about ten years ago, and they are a major part of my life now! (Thanks for the visit!)
DeleteI don't wear earbuds or headphones while listening to audio books. If I really has to it would be earbobs because that the only thing have.
ReplyDeleteMy post:
https://snapdragonalcoveblog.wordpress.com/2023/03/10/earbuds-on-or-off/
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DeleteWhile I listen to audiobooks in fewer locations than you, my reason for use is very similar to yours. When in public, yes. When at home, not so much. Have a great weekend. - Katie
ReplyDeleteMy BBH if you care to visit - https://justanothergirlandherbooks.blogspot.com/2023/03/book-blogger-hop-headphones-for.html
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DeleteI am not yet that much into listening to audiobooks though I've had a pleasant experience with ones I have. So far its just been at home so haven't used earbuds.
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