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Rakuten Kobo Introduces Unlimited Reading Subscription in Singapore
Rakuten Kobo has launched Kobo Plus in Singapore, giving book lovers unlimited access to over 2 million eBooks and 300,000 audiobooks for an affordable monthly fee.
Starting at just SGD 9.99, the subscription offers a world of stories at readers’ fingertips through the Kobo Books App and Kobo eReaders.
This exciting new service aligns with Singapore’s growing demand for digital reading, as Rakuten Kobo taps into opportunities across Asia—positioning itself at the forefront of affordability and accessibility in the booming eBook market, which is projected to grow from USD 18.02 billion today to USD 22.76 billion by 2030.
Explore the Universe of Kobo Plus
Kobo Plus caters to every taste, offering bestsellers, timeless classics, nail-biting thrillers, passionate romances, and more. For avid readers or casual book dabblers, the subscription eliminates limits, allowing people to indulge in their favourite genres, sample new authors, or simply explore at their leisure.
Available plans include:
- Kobo Plus Read: Unlimited eBooks for SGD 9.99 per month.
- Kobo Plus Listen: Unlimited audiobooks for SGD 9.99 per month.
- Kobo Plus Read and Listen: Unlimited eBooks and audiobooks for SGD 12.99 per month.
Whether it’s binge-reading entire series or dipping into a few chapters before committing, Kobo Plus accommodates all reading styles.
Designed to Match Singapore’s Changing Reading Habits
eBooks have never been more popular in Singapore. The rising use of smartphones, combined with the shift towards digital content, is transforming how people discover and enjoy stories. Kobo Plus empowers readers with seamless, flexible access to diverse genres across devices. It’s the future of reading tailored to Singapore.
Michael Tamblyn, President & CEO of Rakuten Kobo
Enhance Your Experience with Kobo eReaders
For those seeking the perfect companion to their subscription, Kobo’s eReader range elevates the experience with modern features like:
- Waterproofing
- ComfortLight PRO for blue-light reduction
- Page-turn buttons
- Stylus compatibility for note-taking
Models such as the Kobo Sage or Kobo Elipsa 2E cater to dynamic, on-the-go bookworms, ensuring every moment with Kobo Plus is one to savour.
With its ever-growing catalogue, Kobo Plus is ideal for those who devour multiple books a month or readers wanting to experiment. Accessible, affordable, and ready to inspire—Kobo Plus is making stories more reachable than ever.
Pictures courtesy of Rakuten Kobo.
Cover picture caption – From left to right: Serene Chong, Project Manager of Travellution Media, Ken Tan, Publisher of Mentor Publishing, Julian Chou, General Manager of Rakuten Kobo Asia, Denon Lim, President and Chief Editor of Lingzi Media, Michael Tamblyn, CEO of Rakuten Kobo, Hironori Shimada, Director of Rakuten Asia, Maureen Ho, Chief Editor of Focus Publishing, and Min Wei Lee, Division Manager of Ingram Micro
