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Big Magic: Audiobook

The Big Magic audiobook runs an estimated 9.2 hours (about 6.1 hours at 1.5× playback speed).

9.2est. listening hrs
4.0★27 ratings
Self-Helpgenre
Free for new listeners

The instrumentWhen will you finish it?

Based on 9.2 hours of listening (estimated).

Days to finish Big Magic at common listening paces
Your paceYou'll finish in
30 min / day19 days
1 hour / day10 days
2 hours / day5 days
1 hour / day at 1.5×7 days

What our data says

  • At 9.2 hours (estimated), it runs longer than 71% of the self-help audiobooks we measured.
  • That's 14% longer than the average self-help audiobook (8.1 hrs across 132 titles in our dataset).

Computed from self-help audiobooks in The Books Insider dataset (build ); listening time estimated from page count. Methodology.

Who is this for?

Best for self-help listeners who want magic systems: a solid week of commutes at 9.2 hours (estimated).

About the book

The instant #1 NEW YORK TIMES Bestseller "A must read for anyone hoping to live a creative life... I dare you not to be inspired to be brave, to be free, and to be curious.” —PopSugar From the worldwide bestselling author of Eat Pray Love and City of Girls : the path to the vibrant, fulfilling life you’ve dreamed of . Readers of all ages and walks of life have drawn inspiration and empowerment from Elizabeth Gilbert’s books for years. Now this beloved author digs deep into her own generative process to share her wisdom and unique perspective about creativity. With profound empathy and radiant generosity, she offers potent insights into the mysterious nature of inspiration. She asks us to embrace our curiosity and let go of needless suffering. She shows us how to tackle what we most love, and how to face down what we most fear.

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Questions listeners ask

How long is the Big Magic audiobook?

Big Magic runs about 9.2 hours, our estimate from its 312 pages at a typical narration pace. At 1.5× speed that drops to roughly 6.1 hours.

Is the Big Magic audiobook free?

Yes, for new listeners: the trial starts you with three free audiobooks.

When was Big Magic first published?

Big Magic by Elizabeth Gilbert was first published in 2014.