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LibriVox provides free audiobooks from the public domain. There are several options for listening. The first step is to get the mp3 or ogg files into your own computer

"Audacity is a free, easy-to-use and multilingual audio editor and recorder for Windows, Mac OS X, GNU/Linux and other operating systems. You can use Audacity to: Record live audio; Convert tapes and records into digital recordings or CDs; Edit Ogg Vorbis, MP3, WAV or AIFF sound files; Cut, copy, splice or mix sounds together; Change the speed or pitch of a recording. And more!

"Overview: You can check out and download the following types of digital materials at this website… OverDrive WMA Audiobooks OverDrive MP3 Audiobooks To access these digital materials you need… A valid library card Internet access A computer or device that meets the system requirements for the type(s) of digital materials you wish to check out Free software for the computer or device on which you wish to use the materials available at this site"

"Financial Education: FDIC's Money Smart financial education program. The Money Smart program can help you take charge of your finances and create a better financial future. Available on-line or by mail free of charge; it may also be taught in a classroom setting or downloaded into a portable audio (MP3) format. For additional information call toll-free 1-877-ASK-FDIC (1-877-275-3342); hearing impaired 1-800-925-4618. Link: http://www.fdic.gov/consumers/consumer/moneysmart/index.html Audience: Consumers, Adults, Young Adults, Educators, Low and Moderate Income Individuals Learn More Agency: Federal Deposit Insurance Corporation Agency:"