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

  1. Can all Kindle devices read books aloud? Not all Kindle devices support reading aloud. Check if your Kindle eReader has the VoiceView feature.
  2. 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.
  3. 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.
  4. 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.