RBmedia Verlag is a leading publisher of German-language audiobooks
German-Language Audiobooks
RBmedia Verlag is part of RBmedia, the largest audiobook publisher in the world, and publishes German-language audiobooks in the areas of fiction and nonfiction.
Publishing Imprints
RBmedia Verlag publishes German-language audiobooks under its nonfiction imprint ABOD and fiction imprint Hörbüch München.
ABOD, founded in 2012, produces top nonfiction titles from major German publishing houses. Key content areas include global bestsellers in the business, politics, and self-help genres. Leading authors include Sahra Wagenknecht, Jack Nasher, Wolfgang Kubicki, Gerd Kommer, and Arnold Schwarzeneggar.
Hörbuch München publishes German-language fiction titles, including global bestsellers in the mystery and thrillers, science fiction, and romance genres. Notable authors include Samantha Downing, Vince Flynn, Brad Thor, Catriona Ward, and Kaspar Panizza.
John Verlag, founded in 2006, publishes predominantly nonfiction audiobooks in the politics, investigative journalism, business, biographies, and advice genres. Its catalog of well-known authors includes Robert Marc Lehmann, Martin Sonneborn, Robin Alexander, and world star Elton John.
How We Distribute
RBmedia has the broadest distribution network in the business. Our key partnerships with all major digital distribution outlets mean our premier audiobooks reach
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Top International Audiobook News
Nos livres audio sélectionnés pour le Prix Ginkgo 2025
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Hobbit actor Richard Armitage to voice next two books in LJ Ross’ Alexander Gregory thriller series
Hobbit actor Richard Armitage is set to voice upcoming titles in the bestselling thriller series, Alexander Gregory. The news comes as physical sales of LJ Ross’ books have surpassed one million, according to TCM figures from Nielsen BookScan. WF Howes (RBmedia’s UK publishing brand) has acquired the world audiobook rights for the next two titles…
Les Éditions Thélème acquièrent les droits audio du livre Invincible d’Olivier Goy et Anne Fulda
Le livre audio est lu par l’acteur emblématique Guillaume de Tonquédec et contient de la musique jouée par la pianiste Min-Jung Kym Les Éditions Thélème, la marque audio francophone de RBmedia, ont obtenu les droits audio du livre Invincible d’Olivier Goy et Anne Fulda, un récit émouvant racontant la lutte inlassable d’Olivier Goy contre…
Other RBmedia News
RBmedia Publishes Audio for Bestselling Author Devney Perry’s New Romantasy Series
RBmedia, the largest audiobook publisher in the world, today announced the release of “Shield of Sparrows,” the first book in a new romantic fantasy series by bestselling author Devney Perry.
RBmedia to Publish 10th Anniversary Recordings of the Global Bestseller A Court of Thorns and Roses
RBmedia, the largest audiobook publisher in the world, today announced its 10th anniversary recordings of Sarah J. Maas’ smash hit series A Court of Thorns and Roses.
International Bestselling Author Freida McFadden’s New Thriller to Be Published in Audio by RBmedia
RBmedia, the largest audiobook publisher in the world, today announced the upcoming release of its audiobook recording of “The Tenant,” the latest psychological thriller by #1 “New York Times” and international bestselling author Freida McFadden.
Digital Retailers
As an RBmedia audio brand, the RBmedia Verlag distribution network includes every leading digital retailer in the business and reaches millions of listeners around the globe.
Library & School Platforms
Our key partnerships with all of the leading library platforms make it easier than ever for libraries to build, manage, and share a collection of popular digital content with their patrons.
Authors & Agents
We know what it takes to make a great audiobook recording. And you’ll be in great company with thousands of bestselling authors who have chosen RBmedia as their audiobook partner.
- Sahra Wagenknecht
- Jack Nasher
- Wolfgang Kubicki
- Gerd Kommer
- Arnold Schwarzeneggar
- Samantha Downing
- Vince Flynn
- Brad Thor
- Catriona Ward
- Kaspar Panizza
- Robert Marc Lehmann
- Martin Sonneborn
- Robin Alexander
- Elton John
- Danielle Steel
- Pierce Brown
- C. J. Box
- William Kent Krueger
- J.R.R. Tolkien
- Brandon Sanderson
- Diana Gabaldon
- Christine Feehan
- Joanne Fluke
- Donna Leon
- Jeff Kinney
- Dannika Dark
- Jude Deveraux
- Jayne Ann Krentz (Amanda Quick)
- Kristan Higgins
- Alison Weir
- Anne Perry
- James S. A. Corey
- Alexander McCall Smith
- Robyn Carr
- Charlaine Harris
- Linda Lael Miller
- Sherrilyn Kenyon
- Sabrina Jeffries
- Fern Michaels
- Laurie R. King
- Francine Rivers
- David Ignatius
- Carl Weber
- Benedict Jacka
- And many more
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RBmedia Verlag at a Glance
RBmedia Verlag is a leading publisher of German-language audiobooks and part of RBmedia, the largest audiobook producer in the world. RBmedia Verlag publishes German-language audiobooks under its nonfiction imprint ABOD and fiction imprint Hörbüch München.
- ABOD, founded in 2012, produces top nonfiction titles from major German publishing houses. Key content areas include global bestsellers in the business, politics, and self-help genres.
- Hörbüch München publishes German-language fiction titles, including global bestsellers in the mystery and thrillers, science fiction, and romance genres.
- John Verlag, founded in 2006, publishes predominantly nonfiction audiobooks in the politics, investigative journalism, business, biographies, and advice genres.
- Notable authors include Sahra Wagenknecht, Jack Nasher, Wolfgang Kubicki, Gerd Kommer, Arnold Schwarzeneggar, Samantha Downing, Vince Flynn, Brad Thor, Catriona Ward, Kaspar Panizza, Robert Marc Lehmann, Martin Sonneborn, Robin Alexander, and Elton John.