Books & Reference apps

Books & Reference apps cover reading, listening, and looking things up. You'll find e-book and audiobook players, library and reading trackers, dictionaries and encyclopedias, language tools, and study apps such as Bible readers with commentaries and search features. Some apps in this category, like Audible: Audiobooks & Podcasts, focus on listening to recorded books and shows, while others, like e-Sword: Bible Study to Go, are built for close reading and research.

When choosing one, first decide what you want to do: read, listen, or look up information. Check which file formats and content sources an app supports, whether you can work offline, and whether you need an account or subscription to access titles. Read the app's own description and permissions list before installing, and make sure the content you care about is available in the app.