‘Literature Out Loud’ will bring together professionals and academics working in the audiobook space, including publishers, authors, narrators, and academic researchers to explore the contemporary audiobook from multiple perspectives. We are particularly interested in creating a space for dialogue across disciplines on the future of the audiobook industry.

The event will be organised into themed sessions, with roundtables and panels addressing the following topics:

• Creative Practices: Writing and Performing Audiobooks

• Retail and Research: Audiobook Sales, and Academic Interests

• Audiobooks and Accessibility: Current Uses and Future Technologies

Online attendance is open to any and all with an interest in audiobooks, and our diverse program is sure to have something for everyone. In-person attendance is limited. Some travel bursaries are available for students from UK higher education institutions who wish to attend in-person.