Prose, the audiobook reader that turns down the screen lights

A small almond-green object on a bedside table, the warm light of a lamp, a velvet armchair… With Prose, the audio book invites itself into the home like a gentle ritual.

It’s easy to imagine Prose in a Parisian apartment: on top of the pile of novels next to the bed, tucked away on a shelf between two beautifully bound volumes, or sitting next to a club armchair for those late winter days. This audiobook player, with no visible screen or cables, is more reminiscent of a small designer speaker than a high-tech object. And that’s precisely the idea: to rediscover the pleasure oflistening without having a phone in your hand.

A simple object, designed for everyday use

Soft green, gentle lines, a textile surface that blends in with the décor: in the photos in the press kit, Prose is as at home in the living room as it is in the bedroom. One press of a button, and the voice starts up. Noapplication, no lengthy settings, no Bluetooth to connect.

The player is prepared in advance, via the online store, on computer, tablet or phone: you choose your audio books, link them to your account, then transfer them to the device via Wi-Fi. Once the selection has been installed, Prose works completely autonomously, without a connection. In the evening, just switch off the network and let your voice fill the room.

Rediscover the pleasure of listening

Prose provides access to a rich catalog of over 20,000 audiobooks, from the best new releases in bookshops to the thrillers we devour, from inspiring essays to the sagas we love to follow chapter after chapter. The reader memorizes the reading position for each title: you go from a novel to a self-help book, then to a historical account, without ever losing the thread.

The texts are read by the authors themselves or by experienced actors, which profoundly changes the experience: precise intonations, silences, breathing… We rediscover the almost childlike pleasure of being told a story. In the living room, on the counter while cooking, or on a coffee table in the middle of an aperitif with friends, Prose creates that little sound bubble that soothes the rhythm of the city.

A companion for all ages

Designed to be ultra-intuitive, Prose is aimed at both avid readers and those who have lost the habit of opening a book. It’s a discreet ally for senior citizens, people prone to eyestrain or simply those seeking to reduce screen time. It can be operated remotely, thanks to an easy-to-read remote control with large buttons for volume, pause and chapter advance.

We can imagine it as a gift for parents who read less than they’d like, for a teenager who’d rather fall asleep to the sound of a story than a series, or for a Parisian friend who comes home late and likes to fall asleep listening to a few pages. The slogan, “Escape begins when the screen goes dark”, sums up this desire to tell stories away from the blue light.

Prices and gift ideas

The Prose player is priced at €99.90 with a choice of 1 audiobook, or €149.90 with a choice of 6 audiobooks. To extend the experience, a €9.99/month subscription entitles you to receive one new book per month, with the option of purchasing additional books.

We immediately think of a nice Christmas or Mother’s Day gift, to slip under the tree with a selection of novels set in Paris, to extend the stroll into your ear. And to complete the experience, you can choose your next favorites in a bookshop, inspired by our selection of Parisian addresses on Paris Select Book.

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📍 Practical info
Product: Prose audiobook player, without screen or app
Where to find it: Prose online store
Price: €99.90 with 1 audiobook / €149.90 with 6 audiobooks
Subscription: €9.99/month with 1 new book per month
Audience: adults and seniors, reading enthusiasts, people wanting to reduce their screen time