Scribd is a subscription-based digital library offering ebooks, audiobooks, magazines, sheet music and documents. For a single monthly fee you get curated selections, personalized recommendations and offline access across devices—designed for avid readers and lifelong learners.
Why Scribd
Unlimited reading, listening, and discovery.
Ebooks & Audiobooks
Scribd’s core strength is its reading and listening catalog: contemporary bestsellers, classics and indie finds. The apps provide adjustable playback, bookmarks, and offline downloads so your library is available whether you’re commuting, traveling, or winding down at home. Personalized recommendations and curated lists help you surface new favorites without hunting through storefronts.
Magazines, Documents & Sheet Music
Beyond books, Scribd hosts magazine issues, professional guides, user-uploaded documents and sheet music—useful for research, professional reading or hobbyists. Powerful search and organized collections make it easy to find niche industry reports, how‑to manuals or music arrangements alongside mainstream periodicals.
What You'll Find
The Verdict
What we like
- Large, diverse and curated catalogue
- Simple flat-rate subscription with offline downloads
- Well-designed apps with cross-device syncing
- Good discovery through editor picks and recommendations
Worth knowing
- Not every publisher or bestseller is available
- No permanent ownership—access ends if subscription cancels
- Simultaneous streaming and family sharing options are limited