The arts are undeniably sidelined in a cost of living crisis. While books and publishing are in the middle of a retail renaissance thanks to the rise of BookTok, book buyers have more incentive than ever to buy books cheaply. Online giants such as Amazon benefit the most.
Most libraries also have an audiobook library option as well. Your librarian will know how to ensure you have access to everything you are entitled to with your local library membership. A 10-minute chat with such librarians will net you many benefits.