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Finding an Audio Book Cassette
There are some days it seems that technology is whizzing by at an astounding rate. New ideas are being developed and marketed. There seems to be a constant influx of Third Generation products on the market. Unfortunately for those behind the times or unable to afford the higher dollar equipment, it can mean hunting and scouring for things. For those with only a cassette deck, finding an audio book cassette can be quite a scavenger hunt.
After the record's decline, the audio book cassette became the preferred format for listening to books on tape. Cars, homes and Walkman's became the way to play audio book tapes. Audio books children listened to came in plastic bags complete with the book to follow along with. There was not a fancy, digital stylus to point and click on a word. It was the finger that did the trailing behind as the voice read the story.
With the cessation of audio books being put onto an audio book cassette, the newest form found is that of a digital format. MP3 files are downloaded directly to a player. The appeal is of course being able to carry an entire book in one convenient player. For those buying their books online, the product does not come with a shipping charge and is sent directly to the computer files where it is later downloaded. But this new format comes with a cost to people still wishing to find books on cassette. You can still find the books on tape but it takes a bit of looking.
Ebay has become the global thrift store for finding goods. There is not much that cannot be found within its multiple directories. Audio books can go for as little as pennies plus shipping and handling and come in a wide assortment of titles and genres. There is a catch though. Like any transactions handled online where the actual product is not inspected, a person has to take the word of the seller. The best advice is to read the description carefully and note any words such as "wear and tear". Ebay does have safeguards in place to help protect against damaged goods.
If Ebay is not your preferred method of shopping, you might want to consider visiting some thrift stores or garage sales. The key is to make sure and inspect each tape for any damage. Unlike an MP3 file, you can visually inspect the tape to ensure there are no rips or bent areas that would prohibit you from listening. The upside of garage sales and thrift stores is that you are definitely going to find the audio book cassette much cheaper than purchasing it new. The downside is not always finding a huge selection.