Read & Listen, formerly Whispersync for Voice is a feature that allows you to seamlessly switch between listening to the audiobook and reading the Kindle eBook, as well as follow along in the eBook while you listen to audiobook with no action required on your part. When you have both the audiobook and Kindle eBook, Read & Listen will automatically sync your last reading or listening position across devices. If that's not happening, check your app player settings to ensure "sync listening position" is turned on.

In this article:

• Which devices are supported?
• How do I get Read & Listen?
• How do I know if a title supports Read & Listen?
• What does the Read & listen label mean?
• How do I switch between reading and listening?
• How do I use Read & Listen in the Audible app?
• Is there a way to manually sync titles?
• What happens to your Audible title when you return its companion Kindle eBook?

Which devices are supported?

The following devices support Audible Immersion Reading:

• Audible Mobile Apps (Android, iOS)
• Audible Apps on iPad and Android Tablets
• Audible App for macOS

Find below the list of devices and OS that support switching between reading and listening:

• Audible Apps (Android, iOS).
• Fire Tablet FOS7 and above.
• Kindle Ereader devices from 2022 and above.
• Kindle Apps (Android, Fire Tablet, PC)

For more information about Kindle devices, please visit Kindle Help Center.

How do I use Read & Listen?

To use Read & Listen, you’ll need to have both the audiobook and Kindle eBook versions of the title in your Audible and Kindle libraries.

You can explore available Read & Listen titles in the Read & Listen catalog. If you are an Amazon Prime member, you can choose from over 800 Read & Listen titles to borrow from your Prime Reading Catalog.

To learn how to get the Audible audiobook, visit Buy an audiobook.

How do I know if a title has Read & Listen?

The product details for a title will say Read & Listen if this feature is available. You can also look for the option to add Audible narration on the Kindle eBook page in Amazon.

If you own an eligible title, you will see a “Read & Listen” badge next to the cover in the Audible app.

You’ll also be able to use the Read & Listen filter in your Audible app’s Library to identify titles you already own or have access to that are Read & Listen ready.

What does the Read & Listen label mean?

When you have both the audiobook and Kindle eBook or use immersion reading to follow along in the eBook while you listen to the audiobook, Read & Listen will automatically sync your last reading or listening position across devices. You can seamlessly switch between listening on Audible and reading on the Kindle app or or use immersion reading to read and listen at the same time in the Audible app. 

How do I switch between reading and listening?

If you already own the Kindle eBook companion for your audiobook, you can seamlessly switch between listening on Audible and reading on Kindle anytime without losing your place.
Notes:

• On the Audible app, you can read while listening to a title or switch to just listening.
• On the Kindle app, you can read and listen, read the eBook or just listen to audiobooks if you own both formats.

Switch to Listen from your Kindle app

1. From your Kindle book, select the 3-dot more menu.
2. Select Listen on Audible.
3. Confirm you’d like to open the Audible app.

Switch to Read & Listen from your Audible app

While playing a title, use the toggle above the cover image to switch between Listen and Read & Listen. For more support with the Kindle app, please visit Kindle Help Center. 

How do I use Read & Listen in the Audible app?

You can follow along with synchronized text highlighting while listening if you have both formats and you can switch between Listen and Read & Listen.

Requirements:

• You must have both the audiobook and Kindle eBook
• An active internet connection is required (eBooks stream in the Audible app)
• Some pages are cached for offline viewing when disconnected

To get started:

1. Open an audiobook with a Read & Listen badge in the Audible app
2. While playing a title, use the toggle above the cover image to switch from Listen to Read & Listen.
3. Follow along with synchronized text highlighting while you listen.

Customize your reading experience:

You can adjust the following:

• Font style
• Text size: Adjust using the slider
• Theme: Switch between light or dark mode
• Playback speed: Change narration speed
• Chapter navigation: Use the menu to jump between chapters

Note: Read & Listen uses professional narration from your audiobook, not text-to-speech.

Is there a way to manually sync titles?

Yes,  you can sync Kindle and Audible. Read & Listen titles will normally sync in your Audible or Kindle app automatically. If it doesn’t, you can manually sync your position as long as your device is connected to a network.

1. Go to your Profile.
2. Select the Settings gear icon.
3. Select Player.
4. Scroll down and then toggle the Sync device position slider off then on again.

What happens to your Audible title when you return its companion Kindle eBook?

When you purchase an Audible title at a discounted price through the “Add Narration’ offer (which offers savings when you purchase an audiobook alongside the matching Kindle eBook), the two titles are linked. If you later make an eligible return of that Kindle eBook, Audible will automatically process a refund for the Audible title and remove it from your Library. This refund will be issued to your original payment method, and you will receive notification when this action occurs.

Learn more about returning a Kindle Book order on the Kindle Help Center.

Note: Since this is a 1-Click purchase on Amazon, you can only purchase the eBook and audiobook together with your credit card.