# YouTube Adds Audiobooks to Premium

> YouTube may add audiobooks to its Premium subscription without extra cost in 2027.
- Title: YouTube Adds Audiobooks to Premium · Dexerto | Shortify
- Summary: YouTube may add audiobooks to its Premium subscription without extra cost in 2027. YouTube reportedly plans to include audiobooks in its Premium service at…
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- Source: Dexerto — https://dexerto.com/youtube/youtube-reportedly-looking-to-add-audiobooks-to-premium-at-no-extra-cost-3419236
- Author: Michael Gwilliam
- Published: 2026-10-15T17:36:01+00:00
- Read time: 1 min
- Topics: youtube, premium, audiobooks, subscription, 2027, play books, gaming, sports
## YouTube exploring audiobook feature
YouTube reportedly discussing audiobook feature with publishers for inclusion in Premium at no extra cost.

> According to Android Authority, citing The Wall Street Journal, Google has been holding discussions with publishers about bringing an official audiobook offering to YouTube
## Audiobook feature expected in 2027
The feature could arrive in 2027 with details unsettled on whether some titles require separate purchases.

> The feature could arrive in 2027, with the company considering including access in YouTube Premium at no extra cost
## Premium prices rose in August
YouTube Premium prices increased across parts of Europe and Asia in August following US increases.

> The discussions also come after Premium prices rose across parts of Europe and Asia in August, following the earlier US increases
## Key takeaway

YouTube reportedly plans to include audiobooks in its Premium service at no additional charge starting in 2027.