-- The expansion of Harvey Publishing into audio responds to the growing UK demand for wellbeing content that can be accessed on the go, transforming ordinary routines into opportunities for calm, clarity, and learning.
This development aligns with a significant shift in how UK adults consume content. According to a 2021 survey by the National Literacy Trust, 44.3 per cent of adults now listen to audiobooks in their spare time. Between 2023 and 2024, UK audiobook revenue surged by 31 per cent to reach £268 million — strong evidence that audio has moved from niche to mainstream. Professionals and parents, in particular, are turning to audiobooks as they seek formats that accommodate demanding schedules without requiring extra hours in the day.
Beyond convenience, audiobooks deliver measurable wellbeing benefits that resonate deeply with Harvey Publishing’s readers. Research shows that listening can trigger the body’s relaxation response, lowering heart rate, blood pressure, and cortisol levels - key physiological indicators of reduced stress. A UK survey found that 70 per cent of audiobook listeners reported lower anxiety, while 72 per cent said listening kept their brains stimulated. For time-poor individuals, audiobooks function not merely as entertainment but as accessible mental-health support that fits naturally into real life.
The format thrives because it fills moments otherwise lost to routine tasks. Commuting, exercising, household chores, dog walking, or even loading the dishwasher become opportunities to absorb insights on parenting, mindset, or wellbeing. Some listeners even pair audiobooks with a robot vacuum, allowing them to unwind and listen while the device does the cleaning. Rather than demanding extra time, audiobooks transform “background moments” into meaningful personal development.
Harvey Publishing’s audio catalogue includes titles such as The Little Book of Ikigai Parenting by Holly Walker, Rethinking Overthinking by Simon Harris, The Happy Little Stoic by Sophie Miller, and The Power of Persuasive Kindness by James Turner. Each book offers practical, actionable guidance designed for real-life application - from wellbeing and daily habits to parenting philosophy and emotional resilience. Now available in audio, these insights become even more accessible for readers who prefer to learn by listening.
Expert narration further enhances the experience. Skilled voice artists add warmth, emphasise key ideas, adjust pacing for clarity, and bring complex psychological or philosophical concepts to life - qualities especially valuable for tired, stressed, or distracted listeners. For many, nonfiction becomes more digestible and more deeply understood when delivered through an engaging voice, particularly during moments of fatigue or overwhelm.
Audiobooks also support sustainable habit formation. Whether listening for ten minutes each morning, during a commute, or before bed, short daily rituals help embed concepts over time. Many nonfiction listeners choose to re-listen, reinforcing key lessons and turning occasional insights into lasting changes.
Accessibility is another major advantage. Audiobooks support neurodivergent readers and individuals with learning differences by offering an auditory pathway to comprehension and focus. For people with dyslexia, hearing rhythm and pronunciation improves fluency, while those with attention difficulties benefit from the steady, soothing nature of narrated content. By offering every title in audio, Harvey Publishing ensures that personal-growth resources are available to a wider, more inclusive audience.
Harvey Publishing’s mission has always been to make personal development genuinely accessible — not overwhelming or time-consuming. By offering its full catalogue in audiobook format, the company meets a clear market need while supporting listeners in their long-term wellbeing, growth, and resilience.
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