Disconnect and reduce screen time with an immersive self-playing Playaway audiobook. Playaways are pre–loaded devices that give library users the portability and freedom to enjoy audiobooks anywhere, anytime – with no Wi-Fi or internet connection required. Each device comes pre-loaded with a captivating audiobook, featuring a removable battery for uninterrupted play and a universal headphone jack for seamless listening. Playaway audiobooks are available for both adult and youth patrons.
Elevate your experience by enjoying Playaways anywhere: use your Playaway on airplanes, while cleaning your home, or embarking on a refreshing walk. The possibilities are endless. Embrace the convenience and simplicity of Playaways for a truly fascinating screen-free audiobook adventure.
Popular Adult Playaways
Spanning the years 1900 to 1977, this work of literary fiction is set in Kerala, on South India’s Malabar Coast, and follows three generations of a family that suffers a peculiar affliction: in every generation, at least one person dies by drowning-and in Kerala, water is everywhere.
Presents a true account of the early 20th-century murders of dozens of wealthy Osage and law-enforcement officials, citing the contributions and missteps of a fledgling FBI that eventually uncovered one of the most chilling conspiracies in American history.
The son of an Appalachian teenager uses his good looks, wit, and instincts to survive foster care, child labor, addiction, disastrous loves, and crushing losses. This work of literary fiction is the winner of the 2023 Pulitzer Prize for fiction.
After building what should be a perfect life with neurosurgeon Ryle Kincaid, Lily finds herself in a troubled relationship with an abusive husband and must make a decision about her future, as she reencounters Atlas Corrigan, a man with links to her past.
Popular Youth Playaways
When five overlooked students are forced to complete their school’s community service hours, they meet someone in need but must decide if they are each willing to expose their own secrets to help… or if remaining invisible is the only way to survive middle school.
As one of the only Asian Americans in her school, Christina confronts both well-meaning ignorance and cruel racism. But in middle school fitting in is important, which is why she and her best friend Megan are both excited and nervous to try out for the popular cheerleading squad.
Tagging along with his brother Rodrick’s band, Löded Diper, Greg gets more than he bargained for when he gets a backstage pass to the rock ‘n’ roll lifestyle and wonders if he can help them become the legends they think they are.
Sixth grade is supposed to be perfect. Shannon’s got a sure spot in the in-crowd called The Group. Her best friend, Jen, is their leader, the most popular girl in school. But the rules are always changing, and Shannon has to scramble to keep up.
This blog post was created by librarians from Park City Library with help of information found in NoveList – a database that is free with your library card. NoveList is a comprehensive reading recommendation resource.