Audiobook (noun)

A recording of a book being read aloud, typically on CD, cassette, or as a digital file.

Origin:

The word "audiobook" is a portmanteau of the words "audio" and "book", which were combined in the mid 20th century to refer to recordings of books being read aloud.

Examples:

1. I prefer listening to audiobooks while I drive.
2. The library has a wide selection of audiobooks available for checkout.
3. The narrator of this audiobook has a soothing voice.
4. I"m currently listening to an audiobook version of "War and Peace".
5. I find audiobooks to be a great way to enjoy books while multitasking.