The RYA is making it easier than ever for training centres, instructors and marine retailers to provide students with high-quality learning resources through its growing audiobook collection.  

With a new audiobook purchasing and assignment feature available via the RYA online trade shop, trade customers can now buy audiobooks at a discounted rate and assign them directly to students or instructors at the point of purchase. 

How it works 

Ordering audiobooks through the RYA trade shop is a straightforward process. Simply add the desired audiobook product to your basket and then during checkout, you can assign each audiobook by entering the recipient’s name and email address.  

Once the purchase is complete, each recipient receives an email containing their login details along with clear instructions on how to access their audiobook using the RYA Books app. This quick and efficient delivery ensures learners can get started without delay. 

Your order acknowledgement email will include a record of all assigned names and email addresses. It’s important to note that each audiobook licence is limited to one user per product, so the same email address should not be used for multiple copies of the same title. 

Key benefits 

For training centres, the new trade shop functionality offers several practical advantages. Audiobooks are available to purchase with RYA trade discount and purchases are made on a simple one-off basis, with no subscription commitments. 

Learners also benefit from a flexible and accessible format that fits around busy lifestyles. Audiobooks can be streamed or downloaded for offline listening, with unlimited listening time allowing students to revisit key topics as often as needed. The format is particularly valuable for those studying while travelling, exercising or carrying out everyday tasks, making it easier to learn on the go. 

Accessibility is another important benefit. The RYA Books app is compatible with screen readers and other assistive technologies, helping to create a more inclusive learning experience for people with visual impairments, dyslexia and other barriers to traditional reading. The app also provides a central hub where users can keep all their RYA eBooks and audiobooks together for easy access and organisation. 

About RYA Audiobooks 

First launched in 2020, the RYA Audiobooks collection now includes 22 titles available through the RYA Books app, as well as platforms such as Apple Books, Google Play, Spotify, Audible and many more. 

Commenting on the continued development of the audiobook range, RYA Head of Publications Steen Ingerslev said: “Our audiobooks provide a useful and practical way for readers to enjoy and learn from some of our key publications and we’re delighted this valuable collection is now even easier to access.” 

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With a growing catalogue, dedicated technical support and a seamless way for trade customers to distribute content directly to learners, the RYA online trade shop is offering a smarter, more flexible approach to delivering training resources.  

For centres looking to enhance their course materials and support a wider range of learning preferences, RYA  Audiobooks provide a practical solution that combines convenience, accessibility and value.