How to Listen to Kindle Books: VoiceView & Alexa Explained
Discover how to have your Kindle books read aloud using VoiceView and Alexa for a convenient listening experience.
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Yes, you can have a Kindle book read to you. Use the Kindle app with the VoiceView feature on compatible Kindle eReaders or the Text-to-Speech feature on the Kindle app for smartphones and tablets. Alternatively, enable Amazon's Alexa to read your Kindle books aloud on Echo devices. To do this, simply say, “Alexa, read [book title] from Kindle.” This makes listening to books convenient and accessible.
FAQs & Answers
- Can all Kindle devices read books aloud? Not all Kindle devices support reading aloud. Check if your Kindle eReader has the VoiceView feature.
- How do I enable text-to-speech on the Kindle app? Open the Kindle app, choose a book, and look for the text-to-speech option in the accessibility settings.
- What types of devices can use Alexa to read Kindle books? Alexa can read Kindle books on Echo devices and other compatible smart speakers that support the feature.
- Is there a subscription fee to listen to Kindle books using Alexa? There is no additional fee for using Alexa to read your purchased Kindle books aloud.