Love audiobooks and podcasts? Listen up.
With Prime Big Deal Days — Amazon’s Prime Day-like October sale event — finally here, everything from luxury skincare to some of Oprah’s “Favorite Things” are deeply discounted.
And the mega-retailer’s also slashing prices on its Audible subscription, which unlocks a huge library of listening materials.
Audible Membership
While the service ($14.95/month) typically only offers a 30-day free trial, Prime members can currently get three months for just $0.99/month — equivalent to more than 90% off.
Subscribers earn unlimited listening minutes for a slew of titles in the Audible Plus catalog, as well as one credit a month to “purchase” any premium audiobook.
And given the last couple of years have seen a major boom in celebrity book deals, the pop culture-obsessed have plenty to pick from.
Not sure where to start? The service includes several of the latest superstar-written releases, from Ina Garten’s “Be Ready When the Luck Happens” — read by the cooking pro herself — to Kelly Bishop’s “The Third Gilmore Girl,” currently the No.1 bestselling celebrity biography.
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And if you missed buzzy 2023 releases like Britney Spears’ “The Woman in Me” or Prince Harry’s “Spare,” now’s the prime time to check out the real stories behind the headlines.
Plus, if you’re after something a bit shorter, Audible also offers exclusive podcast content with celebrities like Billie Eilish, Alan Cumming and Kevin Hart.
Whichever page-turners you decide to press play on, don’t forget to finish your Prime Day shopping first; the beauty, fashion and Apple tech deals won’t last long.
October Prime Day FAQs, answered
What is Prime Big Deal Days (aka October Prime Day)?
Prime Big Deal Days is an Amazon sale event exclusive for Prime members that takes place annually in October. Similar to Amazon Prime Day, it lasts two days and discounts a wide range of products.
How long does October Prime Day last?
The sale starts at 12 a.m. PT on Tuesday, October 8, through 11:59 p.m. PT on Wednesday, October 9. Shoppers have just 48 hours to score deals.
When does October Prime Day end?
October Prime Day ends October 9 at 11:59 p.m. Pacific time, so east-coasters have until 2:59 a.m. on October 10 to shop the deals.
When is Amazon’s next Prime Day?
For those already wondering about the next sale, Prime Day takes place in July each year and although Amazon hasn’t confirmed the dates for Prime Day 2025, it’s safe to assume it will take place in mid-July.
Do you have to be a Prime member to shop October Prime Day?
Prime members can take full advantage of Amazon Prime Day deals. Other interested shoppers can get a 30-day free trial to enjoy Prime Day (plus all the benefits of the subscription) as a test run.
What deals should I shop on October Prime Day?
From deal-hunting on Amazon Prime Day for years, we know the sale is the perfect time to save on brand names like Levi’s, restock your favorite beauty items and comb through all of Amazon’s best-sellers for steep discounts.
Why Trust Page Six Style Shopping
This article was written by Hannah Southwick, Commerce Writer/Reporter for Page Six Style. Hannah spies deals on actually affordable celebrity-worn styles, puts Hollywood’s favorite labels to the test and finds the beauty products that keep stars red carpet-ready. She consults stylists and industry pros — including celebs themselves — for firsthand product recommendations, trend predictions and more. In addition to writing for Page Six since 2020, her work has been featured in USA Today and Parade.