A leading Australian audiobook publisher
Australia’s Premier Audiobook Publisher
Wavesound Pty is one of Australia’s leading audiobook publishers and an international audio brand of RBmedia, the largest audiobook publisher in the world. Established in 2009, Wavesound publishes some of Australia’s biggest audiobooks and works closely with leading authors to consistently deliver exciting titles in a broad range of genres. The brand distributes its catalogue of more than a thousand titles—including bestsellers and award-winners—through all leading consumer and library vendors.
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
everyone... everywhere.
Top International Audiobook News
W. F. Howes to publish Practical Magic audiobooks ahead of blockbuster film sequel
New audio editions of Alice Hoffman’s bestselling books to be voiced by award-winning narrator Saskia Maarleveld W. F. Howes, RBmedia’s U.K. publishing brand, has acquired the audio rights to two Alice Hoffman titles: the beloved classic novel Practical Magic, which will be re-recorded as a special 25th anniversary edition, and its acclaimed prequel The…
W. F. Howes to publish Virginia Woolf’s Night and Day audiobook to coincide with the film release
Sally Phillips, who stars in the forthcoming film, to narrate new audio edition W. F. Howes, RBmedia’s U.K. publishing brand, will publish a new audio edition of Virginia Woolf’s novel Night and Day to coincide with the release of the novel’s cinematic adaptation this June. British actor and comedian Sally Phillips (Smack the Pony, Bridget…
W. F. Howes toasts Jojo Moyes success with new audio editions of 13 classics
Fresh recordings, powerful narrator line-ups and stunning visual identity to help bring treasured author’s novels to new audiences W. F. Howes, RBmedia’s U.K. publishing brand, has signed a renewal agreement with bestselling novelist Jojo Moyes and will release new versions of some of her most iconic titles in audio, including Me Before You, The…
Other RBmedia News
RBmedia Titles Earn Top Honors Across Bestseller Lists and Top Industry Awards
RBmedia, the largest audiobook publisher in the world, today announced that it is the audiobook home for a host of titles recognized on bestseller lists and with major industry awards so far this year.
Four RBmedia Titles Earn 2026 Pulitzer Honors
RBmedia, the largest audiobook publisher in the world, today announced that it’s the audiobook home for four of this year’s Pulitzer Prize winners and finalists.
18 RBmedia Titles Named Audible’s Biggest Audiobooks of Spring 2026
RBmedia, the largest audiobook publisher in the world, today announced that 18 of its titles have been named among Audible’s most anticipated listens of the season. Audible’s Spring Preview highlights the most exciting new releases from emerging writers to established authors and voices across all genres.
Digital Retailers
As an RBmedia audio brand, the Wavesound 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.
For libraries looking for audiobooks on CD
Ulverscroft Australia manufacture, sell, and distribute audiobook CDs published by Wavesound and W. F. Howes. Libraries can order CDs and replacements here.
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.
- Jane Harper
- Tim Winton
- Chris Hammer
- Christian White
- Diana Reid
- Shankari Chadran
- Fleur McDonald
- Karly Lane
- Jaclyn Moriarty
- Sarah Bailey
- Anna Downes
- Garry Disher
- Sam Neill
- Tony Lodge
- 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
Looking to publish an audiobook in Australia?
Wavesound at a Glance
Wavesound is one of Australia’s leading audiobook publishers and an international audio brand of RBmedia, the largest audiobook publisher in the world.
- Established in 2009, Wavesound publishes some of the biggest audiobooks in Australia and New Zealand
- Wavesound’s catalogue of more than a thousand titles is distributed through all leading consumer and library vendors
- Wavesound publishes award winners and bestsellers, including Australian Book Industry Awards (ABIA) 2023 Audiobook of the Year winner The Whitewash by Siang Lu
- Wavesound works closely with leading authors, including Garry Disher, Chris Hammer, and Fleur McDonald to consistently deliver exciting titles in a broad range of genres