The xigxag Blog

2 Oct 2026 · xigxag

Listen For Less: October Audiobook Selection

October's Listen for Less selection features audiobooks from £3.99, including Karla's Choice, Bat Eater and The Seven Sisters.

1 Oct 2026 · xigxag

Just In: New Audiobooks on xigxag

This week's new audiobooks on xigxag: The Naughty List Agreement, A Serving of Hope and Bob the Robin & Friends and more. No subscription required.

1 Oct 2026 · Kelli

Why Do xigxag Prices Reset Every Year?

xigxag resets volume discounts annually to keep audiobook pricing fair for authors, narrators and listeners. Here's why and how it works.

24 Sep 2026 · xigxag

Just In: New Audiobooks on xigxag

This week's new audiobooks on xigxag: Joe Marler vs The World, Winterveil by Ava Reid, Plunder by Max Hastings and more. No subscription required.

24 Sep 2026 · xigxag

Listen For Less: August Audiobook Selection

September's Listen for Less selection features audiobooks from £3.99, including Say Nothing, Astrophysics for Young People in a Hurry and The Bat.

11 Sep 2026 · Kelli

Audiobooks vs Ebooks: Do You Have to Choose?

Audiobooks or ebooks? Here is how they compare on comprehension, convenience and cost, and why you might not have to choose at all.

10 Sep 2026 · xigxag

Just In: New Audiobooks on xigxag

New audiobooks on xigxag this week, from Linwood Barclay's latest thriller to Lionel Shriver's modern classic.

3 Sep 2026 · xigxag

Just In: New Audiobooks on xigxag

Kicking off September with new audiobooks, including Agatha Christie, Lionel Shriver and Miriam Margolyes.

2 Sep 2026 · xigxag

Listen For Less: September Audiobook Selection

September's Listen for Less selection features audiobooks from £3.99, including The Book Thief, Rebecca and One Day.

29 Aug 2026 · Kelli

Audiobooks and Dyslexia

How audiobooks, and listening and reading together, can transform the reading experience for people with dyslexia and other access needs.

21 Nov 2025 · KP

The Perfect Present: Printed Audiobook Gift Cards

Our unique printed audiobook gift cards are the ultimate way to share the joy of reading and listening with friends and family in the UK.

11 Oct 2025 · Kelli

xigxag Recognised as a Top Ethical Bookshop

Ethical Consumer Magazine ranks xigxag the top Ethical Audiobook platform and Top 3 Ethical Bookshop in its latest shopping guide.

7 Apr 2025 · KP

10 Books Like The White Lotus

Discover 10 gripping books like The White Lotus, filled with dark secrets, rich drama, and luxury gone wrong.

29 Jan 2025 · KP

Kelli Fairbrother to judge The British Book Awards 2025

xigxag CEO Kelli Fairbrother joins the judging panel for the British Book Awards 2025. Learn more about the Nibbies.

13 Nov 2024 · KP

The Booker Prize Winner 2024: Orbital by Samantha Harvey

6 Sep 2024 · Kelli

Available for Pre-Order: Richard Osman's Latest

Richard Osman's thrilling new book, "We Solve Murders," is now available for pre-order and available in the xigxag app on 12 September 2024.

4 Sep 2024 · KP

Turn Your National Book Tokens into Audiobooks with xigxag!

xigxag is now the first digital audiobook platform in the UK to accept National Book Tokens. Here's how to get started.

4 Jun 2024 · KP

The Best Audible Alternative in the UK

Looking for an Audible alternative? Try xigxag! Enjoy audiobooks without a subscription, with great prices and an extensive catalogue.

3 Jun 2024 · Kelli

Audiobook Gift Cards for Retailers

Discover how we make it easy for indie bookshops and retailers to sell digital audiobooks in store with our digital audiobook gift cards.

29 May 2024 · KP

Discover Audiobooks Without a Subscription on xigxag

Enjoy flexible and affordable audiobooks without a subscription. Pay only for what you love with xigxag. Download the app today!

7 May 2024 · Kelli

B Corp Certification Notice

Certified B Corp is a trademark licensed to companies like ours that meet requirements for social & environmental performance, accountability, and transparency.

16 Feb 2024 · KP

What is Romantasy?

What is Romantasy? Discover all you need to know about one of the hottest genres, and our Top 5 audiobooks to start your Romantasy journey.

7 Jan 2024 · Kelli

Our 2023 Impact Report

We are excited to share our 2023 Impact Report, a comprehensive overview of our commitment to people, planet, and profit.

3 Jan 2024 · KP

8 Audiobooks to Listen To After Watching 'Saltburn

Just finished Saltburn? Here are 8 Audiobooks to listen to after Emerald Fennell's hit movie featuring mystery, betrayal and murder.

2 Jan 2024 · Kelli

Ready to try audiobooks yet?

Step into the vibrant world of audiobooks, and let xigxag, the UK's leading audiobook platform, be your local bookshop.

31 Dec 2023 · Kelli

The Audiobook Behind the Netflix Sensation "Leave the World Behind

Enjoy the full story behind the Netflix thriller "Leave the World Behind". Enjoy the chilling audiobook by Rumaan Alam.

25 Dec 2023 · Kelli

Kickstart Your New Year's Resolutions

At xigxag, we offer an amazing selection of diet and wellness books to help you reach your health goals in 2024.

12 Dec 2023 · KP

The Narrative Author Q&A: Christopher Lloyd

We discover Absolutely Everything! with our latest edition of our Author Q&A The Narrative, with bestselling author Christopher Lloyd.

16 Aug 2023 · KP

The Narrative Author Q&A: Emma Cowell

We're thrilled to interview Emma Cowell for The Narrative Author Q&A and find out where she finds inspiration for her bestselling titles.

10 Aug 2023 · KP

The Narrative Author Q&A: Kate Gray

Kate Gray was inspired to write thriller The Honeymoon after a brutal nightmare. Read about her story in our Author Q&A The Narrative.

19 Jul 2023 · KP

The Narrative Author Q&A: Liz Fenwick

We're delighted to welcome author Liz Fenwick to The Narrative, our Q&A with the authors and narrators of the audiobooks we love on xigxag.

30 Jun 2023 · KP

xigxag vs Audible: Cancel your subscription.

This is so good compared to Audible with the benefit of it being better priced, more features and a more ethically conscious company.

1 Jun 2023 · KP

Audiobook Appreciation Month

It's Audiobook Appreciation Month! Thinking of trying audiobooks? Here are some reasons why we love audiobooks here at xigxag.

10 May 2023 · KP

The Narrative Q&A: Tanith Carey, author of Feeling 'Blah'?

Read the xigxag Q&A with Tanith Carey, author of Feeling 'Blah'? and learn about Anhedonia and how to beat it.

24 Mar 2023 · KP

B Corp Month: Together We Can Go Further

In celebration of B Corp Month, we're highlighting some of our fellow B Corp brands that are making a positive impact on the world.

27 Feb 2023 · KP

Audiobooks For World Book Day

Looking for audiobooks for World Book Day? Check out our list of the audiobook recommendations that will inspire your child's costume!

13 Feb 2023 · KP

6 Of The Best Romance Audiobooks In 2023

If you're looking for a great romantic listen, look no further. We've rounded up 6 of the best romance audiobooks available now on xigxag.

6 Feb 2023 · KP

Finished Spare? Here's what to listen to next...

If you finished listening to Spare by Prince Harry, here's what to listen to next. Check out these six incredible memoirs read by the author.

13 Dec 2022 · Kelli

The Perfect Last Minute Christmas Gift – xigxag Audiobook Vouchers

We are excited to announce the launch of our xigxag audiobook gift vouchers this week – just in time for Christmas!

8 Dec 2022 · Kelli

Embracing Digital Books for a Sustainable Future

How xigxag's x-book concept makes books more accessible, more engaging, easier to enjoy, and more sustainable.

15 Nov 2022 · KP

The Narrative with Alex Temblador

Read our author interview with Alex Temblador for The Narrative, our Q&A with the authors and narrators of the audiobooks we love on xigxag.

20 Oct 2022 · KP

The Narrative with Ajay Chowdhury

We're delighted to interview Ajay Chowdhury for The Narrative, our Q&A with the authors and narrators of the audiobooks we love on xigxag.

1 Sep 2022 · Kelli

September Self Care

A selection of life learning, self care and empowerment titles to help you make the most of your precious time. You're worth every minute!

22 Jul 2022 · Kelli

xigxag 2.0!

Introducing xigxag 2.0 - our new user experience. We hope it will make it easier than ever for you to enjoy xigxag. Here are some highlights!

15 Jul 2022 · Kelli

The Narrative with Jina Bacarr

We're delighted to welcome author Jina Bacarr to The Narrative, our Q&A with the authors and narrators of the audiobooks we love on xigxag.

14 Jul 2022 · Kelli

The Narrative with Ross Greenwood

We're delighted to welcome author Ross Greenwood to The Narrative, our Q&A with the authors and narrators of the audiobooks we love on xigxag.

13 Jul 2022 · Kelli

The Narrative with Gillian Godden

We're delighted to welcome author Gillian Godden to The Narrative, our Q&A with the authors and narrators of the audiobooks we love on xigxag.

12 Jul 2022 · Kelli

The Narrative with Helen Rolfe

We're delighted to welcome author Helen Rolfe to The Narrative, our Q&A with the authors and narrators of the audiobooks we love on xigxag.

11 Jul 2022 · Kelli

The Narrative with Claire Calman

We're delighted to welcome author Claire Calman to The Narrative, our Q&A with the authors and narrators of the audiobooks we love on xigxag.

1 Jul 2022 · Kelli

xigxag wins Best New Business at Cornwall Business Awards!

xigxag named Best New Business at the Cornwall Business Awards, recognising the growth and success of their innovative UK audiobook platform

30 Jun 2022 · Kelli

The Narrative with author Robert Gold

Welcome to The Narrative, our Q&A with authors and narrators of audiobooks we love on xigxag. Up next Robert Gold, author of TWELVE SECRETS!

6 Jun 2022 · Kelli

The Narrative with Imogen Church

At xigxag, we're in awe of amazing audiobook narrators and we're thrilled to have Imogen Church join us for The Narrative blog.

1 Jun 2022 · Kelli

Celebrate PRIDE 2022

Explore xigxag’s top 20 audiobook and x-book® titles to promote and celebrate the amazing authors representing LGBTQIA+ communities

29 May 2022 · Kelli

Are we there yet?

Traveling with kids this summer? Audiobooks can make the journey as enjoyable as the destination. And there's no better solution than xigxag.

4 May 2022 · Kelli

NEW: The Narrative with Simon Ong

Welcome to The Narrative, our blog Q&A with authors and narrators of the audiobooks we love on xigxag. Learn more about Energize by Simon Ong!

13 Apr 2022 · Kelli

Flexible Pricing, No Commitments

At xigxag, we offer the benefits of a subscription, without the subscription fee or commitment and thousands of brilliant titles available.

4 Apr 2022 · Kelli

Breaking news for London Book Fair

xigxag announced as winners of Tech Nation’s 2022 Rising Stars, and signs new distribution agreements with Pan Macmillan and Bonnier Books UK

30 Mar 2022 · Kelli

Tech Nation Rising Stars Winner

xigxag is as a Tech Nation 4.0 Rising Stars winner! The award ‘recognises the brightest and best early stage tech scale-ups’ in the UK.

3 Mar 2022 · Kelli

Every day is World Book Day at xigxag!

To us, every day is a ‘Book Day.’ Our innovative audiobook concept aims to make reading easier, more accessible and more engaging for all.

2 Mar 2022 · Kelli

Rising Stars Finalist!

xigxag is recognised by Tech Nation as one of the hottest tech start-ups in the UK - a Finalist in Rising Stars 4.0!

21 Feb 2022 · Kelli

TechRound's Startups To Watch 2022

We're delighted to be included alongside some sensational UK startups in Techround’s Startups to Watch in 2022.

2 Feb 2022 · Kelli

Hiyield’s ‘Top 5 tech startups to watch’

xigxag has been selected by digital product studio Hiyield as one of their 'Top5 startups to watch in 2022.

31 Jan 2022 · Kelli

Valentine's Day: Leave It?

Not in the mood for romance? Find our alternative audiobook picks for those looking to escape - rather than embrace - Valentine's Day.

31 Jan 2022 · Kelli

Valentine's Day: Love It?

If you can't get enough of the heart-warming escapism that romance books offer, find our top romance picks for this Valentine's Day.

12 Jan 2022 · Kelli

New Year, New Books!

We’ve got plenty of brilliant audiobooks available to help you make it through the month, whatever your approach to January may be.

29 Dec 2021 · Kelli

Forever

Wow, what an amazing year 2021 has been for the world of audiobooks! The xigxag team share their reflections on the past year.

22 Dec 2021 · Kelli

Featured in TechRound ?

At xigxag, we're challenging the dominance of big tech in audiobooks to make reading more accessible, engaging, easier, and more sustainable.

22 Dec 2021 · Kelli

Top Gifts For A Healthy 2022 ✨

Last-minute Christmas gift ideas with brilliant, inspirational books to kickstart anyone's New Year’s resolutions.

15 Dec 2021 · Kelli

Who's a Rising Star? ? We are!

Innovative audiobook app xigxag has been selected by Tech Nation as a Rising Stars 4.0 regional winner for the Southwest!

25 Nov 2021 · Kelli

Crowdfunding ? Overfunding ?

In the very first week of crowdfunding, xigxag raises more than £300,000 - over 125% of the goal. Only a few days remaining!

25 Nov 2021 · Kelli

xigxag Vodafone partnership!

Award winning UK audiobook app, xigxag have been selected as an “Independent Pick” partner on Vodafone’s VeryMe app!

17 Nov 2021 · Kelli

xigxag shortlisted at FutureBook

xigxag is a finalist for FutureBook's Startup of the Year, celebrating young firms' success in publishing, applications and bookstores.

16 Nov 2021 · Kelli

Be Part of the Story

Exciting news... Our first-ever crowdfunding campaign is now live on Seedrs! Now all our fans can be part of the story.

1 Oct 2021 · Kelli

And now - WF Howes!

WF Howes titles are now on xigxag, the award-winning UK audiobook app, with bestselling authors Marian Keyes, Bernard Cornwell and many more.

9 Jul 2021 · Kelli

Boldwood Books. Boom! ?

9 Mar 2021 · Kelli

Fabulous Faber & Faber! ⚡️

Faber titles are now on xigxag, the award-winning UK audiobook app, with bestselling authors like Sally Rooney, Kazuo Ishiguro, and many more.

9 Mar 2021 · Kelli

HarperCollins is Here ?

HarperCollins are now on xigxag, the award-winning UK audiobook app, and all as x-books®, with authors Karin Slaughter Adam Buxton and more.

5 Jan 2021 · Kelli

? Chelsea Green Publishing ?

Chelsea Green are on xigxag, the award-winning UK audiobook app, with bestselling authors on sustainable living, like Derek Gow and many more.

1 Dec 2020 · Kelli

SAGA Egmont

Saga Egmont are on xigxag, the award-winning UK audiobook app, with bestselling authors Barbara Cartland, Jeffrey Archer and many more.

30 Nov 2020 · Kelli

Next Up, Canelo! ?

Canelo are on xigxag, the award-winning UK audiobook app, with bestselling authors Lisa Hartley, Rob Sinclair, Rachel Lynch, M J Lee and more.

29 Jul 2020 · Kelli

? Blackstone Audio ?

Blackstone Audiobooks are on xigxag, the award-winning UK audiobook app, with bestselling titles from Orson Scott Card and many more.

28 Jun 2020 · Kelli

Penguin Random House is in the house! ?

Penguin Random House is on xigxag, the award-winning UK audiobook app, with bestselling titles from Richard Osman, Ruth Ware and many more.

27 Feb 2020 · Kelli

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