Announcing Our Partnership Extension with Odilo: Unlock New Opportunities for Audiobook Distribution

We are thrilled to announce our new exciting partnership with Odilo, the groundbreaking digital library platform that is transforming the way we access and enjoy audiobooks. This collaboration brings a wealth of opportunities for our valued customers, enabling you to distribute your audiobooks on Odilo’s extensive and dynamic platform.

A New Era for Audiobook Distribution

Through our partnership with Odilo, you can now reach a broader audience and tap into new markets. Odilo’s platform is renowned for its user-friendly interface, vast collection of audiobooks, and commitment to providing quality educational and recreational content. By distributing your audiobooks on Odilo with us, you gain access to a global network of educational institutions, public libraries, and organizations that rely on Odilo for their digital content needs.

 

Why Choose Odilo for Audiobook Distribution?

1. Extensive Reach and Diverse Audience

Odilo’s platform serves millions of readers throughout Spain, Portugal, Mexico, United States, Australia, Latin America and Middle East, spanning across schools, libraries, universities, and corporate environments, therefore, you can reach a diverse and engaged audience, expanding your visibility and impact.

 

2. Robust Content Management

Odilo’s state-of-the-art content management system ensures that your audiobooks are presented professionally and efficiently. The platform supports high-quality audio files and provides detailed metadata management, making it easy for readers to discover and enjoy your content.

 

3. Multi-Device Accessibility

Odilo’s multi-device compatibility allows readers to access audiobooks from smartphones, tablets, desktops, and other devices. This ensures that your audiobooks are available to listeners wherever they are, enhancing accessibility and convenience.

 

Benefits for You

Enhanced Visibility and Reach

Partnering with Odilo provides your audiobooks with a platform that has a global footprint. Educational institutions and libraries across multiple countries use Odilo, giving your content unprecedented reach and visibility.

 

Support for Multiple Languages and Regions

Odilo supports audiobooks in various languages, including English, French, German, Hindi, Portuguese, and Spanish. Additionally, the platform is accessible in numerous regions, including North America, Europe, South America, and Asia, ensuring that your audiobooks can reach listeners around the world.

 

Operating Terms:  

  • Publishing time: up to 5 business days
  • Unpublishing time: 1-3 business days
  • Royalty rates: between 40% - 45%
  • Books are accepted without ISBN.
  • AI Narrated books are accepted, as long as it is mentioned in the metadata. 
  • No erotic and/or sexual content is allowed.
  • Royalty reporting happens monthly
  • Royalty payouts happen in a two-month cycle

 

Royalty calculation methods:

  • One user one copy perpetual license: DLP*2.5
  • Metered 26 licenses: DLP price
  • PPA: pricing is set by publisher, usually 10% of DLP

 

How to enable Odilo Audio on PublishDrive

When publishing a new book

You can find the option to enable Odilo Audio distribution at the last step of the book upload process. 

After submitting and getting approved, we send out your book(s) immediately.

When enabling Wehear for an existing book

If you’re already distributing to other stores with PublishDrive, you need not take any action. We will automatically send your book(s) to Odilo Audio.

If you do not wish to distribute to Wehear, you can switch off the channel under ‘Books’ from your PublishDrive account or Imprint settings.

 

Let us know if you have any questions. Happy publishing!