An audio book is a recording of the contents of a book read aloud. It is usually distributed on CDs, cassette tapes, or digital formats (e.g., MP3 and Windows Media Audio). The term "audio book" has been synonymous with "books on tape" for roughly twenty years. Cassette-tape sales still comprise roughly 40% of the audio book market, with CDs the other dominant format type. As of early 2006, downloadable audiobooks account for approximately 6% of the market. In the United States, the most recent sales survey (performed by the Audio Publishers' Association in 2004) estimated the industry to be worth 800 million US dollars. Current industry estimates hover at around two billion US dollars per year.
Unabridged audio books are word for word readings of a book, while abridged audio books have text edited out by the abridger. Audio books also come as fully dramatised versions of the printed book, sometimes calling upon a complete cast, music, and sound effects. Each year it the end of May or beginning of June, Audie awards are given to the top nominees for performance and production in several genre categories.
There are quite a few radio programmes serialising books, sometimes read by the author or sometimes by an actor, most of them on the BBC.
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Pilates Method :: Fitness Equipment
Pilates Method :: Fitness
Pilates Method :: Equipment

Classical Pilates Inc. - Offering video workout, instruction, training technique, body conditioning, health, and fitness.
Meta Description: [ Classical Pilates DVDs and workshops by Pilates Fitness Consultant Peter Fiasca. ]
Guthy-Renker Corporation - The official Winsor Pilates site offers exercise videos by Mari Winsor. Includes success stories and program information.
Meta Description: [ Sculpt Your Body Slim with Winsor Pilates a highly successful workout program developed for a-list Hollywood stars by Mari Winsor; now available to you ]
In ABSentia Productions, LLC - Offering an audio CD which contains three mat workouts: basic, intermediate and advanced. Includes information about Pilates, and an order form.
Meta Description: [ Our website is focused on selling products for Pilates. Currently we offer a Pilates Mat Work out audio CD. We offer training in Authentic Pilates. ]
Learning Pilates - Offering kits, equipment, videos, and clothing. Includes photos of exercise and information on styles.
Meta Description: [ Resource for those who want to learn about pilates. Pictures of pilates exercises and DVD's. Pilates outfits and equipment for sale. ]
Mary Bowen - Offering a video based on footage of Joe and Clara Pilates, providing an overview of this method. Includes film clips, video samples, and background information.
Meta Description: [ Joseph Pilates demostrates and teaches his method of Pilates with Clara, students, and friends. Also Joe in feats of strength with Ted Shawn. 70mins in length. ]
Pilates Bodyworks International - Offers a variety of books and video dedicated to this method. Includes links and resource information. Also offers clothing.
Pilates for Life Ltd. - Offering audio CDs with a variety of personal programs. Includes sample clips, and exercise information. UK site offers international delivery.
Meta Description: [ Pilates for Life produce specific courses for individual conditions ]
Savvier, LP - Offers a Pilates video and mat kit, as well as a video for sculpting abs and buns.
Meta Description: [ Zone Pilates home exercise workout system including videos (DVDs), Pilates floor mat and exercise equipment. ]
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Stott Pilates Videos - Large collection of videos for all populations and fitness levels.
Meta Description: [ STOTT PILATES video, Essential Matwork, based on the original works of Joseph H. Pilates ]
Zenirgy - Pilates workouts with the Triadball featuring Pilates Master Teachers Michael Fritzke and Ton Voogt.
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