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Talking Book World

Talking books

TALKING BOOK WORLD is the world's largest retail chain of audiobook stores, with the widest selection of audiobooks to rent or buy anywhere. Pioneers of the concept of renting audiobooks, TBW makes audiobooks accessible and affordable - with innovative programs that give unlimited use of our library and with no due dates.

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Start-up Costs & Franchises Fees

How much does it cost to open a Talking Book World Franchises?

Total Investment: $150,000-$225,000
Initial Franchise Fee: $25,000
Royalty Fee: 5%
Advertising Fee: 2%
Term of Agreement: 15 years +5

How to contact Talking Book World

Franchise History

When did the first Talking Book World open? 1993
When did Talking Book World start Franchising? 1995

Year	U.S.A.	Canada	International	Corporate
2008	6	4	0	9

Expansion Plans

United States: Nationwide

Canada: Nationwide, Alberta, British Columbia, Manitoba, New Brunswick, Newfoundland, Northwest Territories, Nova Scotia, Nunavut, Ontario, Prince Edward Island, Quebec, Saskatchewan, Yukon Territory

Training & Support

Training
Franchisee's Store 2 Weeks

Support
Field Operation Evaluation

Field Training

Initial Store Opening

Inventory Control

Franchisee Newsletter

Regional or National Meetings

800 Telephone Hotline

Business Operations

Average Number of Employees: 1 Full-time, 2 Part-time

Passive Ownership: Allowed, But Discouraged

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