# Ambient Books: Video Novels — Book Fandom: Romance, Fantasy > Video-enhanced reading experience for romance and fantasy novels. (iPhone/iPad app by Ambient Books, Inc..) - Source: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/ambient-books-video-novels/id6749832162 (this page in markdown: same URL + `.md`) - Developer: [Ambient Books, Inc.](https://appshunter.io/developer/1832351234) - Category: Books, Magazines & Newspapers - Price: Free with in-app purchases - Rating: 5.00/5 from 22 App Store ratings · 13 written reviews indexed - Age rating: 12+ - Requires: iOS 15.1 · 59 MB - Languages: American English - Released: 2025-08-18 - Data updated: 2026-08-04 - Monetization: subscription - User reviews in markdown: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/ambient-books-video-novels/id6749832162/reviews.md ## What is Ambient Books? Imagine your favorite romance and fantasy books synced to cinematics, ambient videos, and fandom content. Now with Ambient Books, chapter by chapter, you can watch your videos move with the story all WHILE you read. Hundreds of videos synced to your favorite romance, fantasy, and thriller novels – from dark forests to dragons, the scene shifts with every flip of the page. Join the readers who won’t read without it. Why you’re seeing it everywhere • Fandom-ready visuals for trending romantasy & more • Seamless sync: pick your chapter, hit play • Distraction-proof flow: vibes keep you in it • Free 30 days: cancel anytime HOW IT WORKS 1. Pick a supported title—either from our bookstore or your own copy. 2. Tap Begin Video Experience to start. 3. Tailored scenes and sounds unfold in sync with your story. FANDOM-POWERED We collaborate with beloved fandoms and indie authors. Watch for exclusive visuals, limited-edition cutscenes, and early-access drops tied to your favorite series. Want a specific fandom? Request it in-app. PRICING & TRIAL • Free trial: Explore our entire video library at no cost. • Premium: $19.99/mo unlocks unlimited ambient videos plus a monthly book voucher—redeemable online only at AmbientBookstore.com*. No ads. Cancel anytime. SUPPORT & COMMUNITY We’re a small, passionate team on a mission to redefine reading. Reach us at hello@ambientbookstore.com, and follow @Ambient.Books on TikTok for inspiration and product updates. ––– Made with love in 2025. Ambient Books® and the Ambient logo are trademarks of Ambient Books, Inc. *Book vouchers are redeemed on the web at www.ambientbookstore.com; physical fulfillment occurs outside the app. US delivery only. Terms of Use: https://www.apple.com/legal/internet-services/itunes/dev/stdeula/ ## Key features - Synchronized ambient videos - Chapter-by-chapter syncing - Fandom-ready visuals - Exclusive content drops - Distraction-proof reading flow - Bookstore and own copy support ## Pricing and in-app purchases Base price: Free. **Subscriptions** | Subscription | Price | Period | | --- | --- | --- | | Monthly Book Club Subscription | $19.99 | per month | | Full Access Monthly | $19.99 | per month | | Full Access Annual | $99.99 | per year | ## Recent user reviews (10 of 13) All indexed reviews: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/ambient-books-video-novels/id6749832162/reviews.md ### 5/5 — This is your imaginary fireplace for books and reading!! *2026-01-31* AmbientBooks is a smart response to how we actually read today. Instead of fighting shrinking attention spans it works with them. For every chapter in a book the app provides a subtle video and audio backdrop the defense immersion without pulling focus away from the text. At a time when we binge watch an entire Netflix series, but struggle to get through a good book AmbientBooks hits a rare sweet spot. After a while, it feels less like you are reading and more like you are inside a story. It is essentially an imaginary fireplace for books - present calming and atmospheric. I’m genuinely excited for more titles to release. If this is the direction reading apps are going I already know that I will be reading more! ### 5/5 — Such a cool experience *2025-11-20* I’m a big fan of Fourth Wing, so it’s kinda unreal seeing it fully animated. The app brings the entire book to life with video, which is such a unique way to experience a story I already love. Being able to watch the characters and scenes play out visually adds a whole new dimension to the reading experience. It’s like having a movie adaptation made just for book lovers. The video quality is impressive, and it really captures the essence of the story. If you’re into romance and fantasy novels, this app is definitely worth checking out! ### 5/5 — Wonderful app! *2025-11-08* I love reading books and watching these cinematic videos!!!! ### 5/5 — absolutely fantastic! *2025-10-02* This app has quite literally brought me back into the world of reading. 📚 First of all, I now read with genuine excitement, because something from the book might actually come alive around me and that feels like real magic. ✨ I even have a personal story: once, I was completely absorbed in Stephen King’s novel about the assassination of President Kennedy I devoured it while in Italy, and right after finishing it I traveled to Dallas for the very first time. Yet when I arrived, I already felt like I knew every corner of the city. I could picture the buildings, I knew exactly what would be around the bend, and I could trace, almost meter by meter, how the president’s motorcade moved on that fateful day. It gave me this incredible sense of thrilling familiarity, as if I had literally stepped into the book I had just finished. This app gives me that same feeling. It makes me want to pick up one book after another, which has done wonders for me: I spend less time scrolling through useless short videos, I feel better overall, and my literacy improves as we all know, people who read a lot are simply more articulate and knowledgeable. Reading broadens my horizons, and this app has made it effortless and joyful again. In short: it’s absolutely fantastic. I’m happy to give it the highest rating and wholeheartedly recommend it to anyone who loves reading or wants to fall in love with it. 🌟 ### 5/5 — Books & chill *2025-09-29* Awesome! A completely new way to not just read favorite book, but completely unwind after work and forget about any problems. Love the immersive experience, hope these additional videos will become a standard in future! ### 5/5 — Great for Daily Reading *2025-09-23* I’ve started reading more often thanks to this app. The ambient experience keeps me focused and makes stories so much richer. ### 5/5 — A very unique experience! *2025-09-14* This is a very engaging way to read especially fantasy stories. The video and audio brings me closer to the lore. ### 5/5 — For asmr fans *2025-09-14* Awesome app! Helped me to fall asleep. Highly recommended for insomnia 😴 ### 5/5 — Interesting App *2025-09-03* It grabs you from the very first page. Wow… and the musical accompaniment takes the reading experience to a whole new lvl ### 5/5 — Beautiful App! *2025-09-01* This app is so lovely! Can’t wait to try it out!! ## Frequently asked questions about Ambient Books ### What is Ambient Books? Ambient Books is an application that enhances the reading experience of romance and fantasy novels by synchronizing ambient videos and fandom content with the text. It allows users to read their chosen book while also watching tailored scenes and sounds that unfold chapter by chapter. ### How does the video syncing work? Once you select a supported title, you can tap 'Begin Video Experience.' The app then plays tailored scenes and sounds that are synchronized to move along with your reading progress, chapter by chapter, creating an immersive atmosphere. ### What is the pricing for Ambient Books? The app offers a free 30-day trial to explore its video library. After the trial, a Premium subscription costs $19.99 per month, which unlocks unlimited ambient videos and a monthly book voucher redeemable online. ### What kind of books are supported? The app primarily supports romance and fantasy novels, with a focus on trending 'romantasy.' Users can choose titles from the app's bookstore or use their own copies of supported books. ### Can I request specific fandoms or books? Yes, the app collaborates with beloved fandoms and indie authors to provide exclusive visuals. You can request specific fandoms directly within the app, and the team is always looking for community input. ## Version history (last 5 releases) ### 1.0.6 — 2026-04-21 Updated notifications and other improved user features. ### 1.0.5 — 2026-01-29 Ambient Books 1.0.5 is here - and cinematic eBooks are live! • Members can now read classic eReader titles in our interactive, cinematic eReader - for free! • Pride & Prejudice, The Odyssey, Dracula, A Christmas Carol, Frankenstein, and more, coming soon! ### 1.0.4 — 2025-11-17 - A better way to read: Books and video experiences now open in a crisp, chapter-by-chapter view that makes navigating your story effortless. - A more social universe: Creator profile pages are live! Follow the artists you love and share your own cinematic creations. ### 1.0.3 — 2025-10-13 Ambient Books 1.0.3 is here - and fan cinematic reading is live! • Chapter-synced ambient and cinematic videos • Free 30-day trial for new members ### 1.0.2 — 2025-09-17 Ambient Books 1.0.2 is here - and fan cinematic reading is live! • Chapter-synced ambient and cinematic videos • Free 30-day trial for new members • TV/projector casting support • Progress sync • Performance and stability improvements ## Apps similar to Ambient Books | App | Rating | Price | Category | | --- | --- | --- | --- | | [Booktok: Watch Books Explained](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/booktok-watch-books-explained/id6738007147) | 4.6 (33,121) | Free | Books | | [Booktok - Booktok Official App](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/booktok-booktok-official-app/id1638469868) | 2.3 (3) | Free | Books | | [Dooread - Gamified Reading](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/dooread-gamified-reading/id6745439410) | 3.3 (4) | Free | Books | | [BookTok: Romance & Fandom](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/booktok-romance-and-fandom/id6744716705) | 4.9 (44) | Free | Books | | [StoryStack: TBR Book Tracker](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/storystack-tbr-book-tracker/id6745990061) | 4.1 (54) | Free | Books | | [Sagaland - Interactive Fiction](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/sagaland-interactive-fiction/id6748543926) | 4.7 (855) | Free | Books | --- *Data collected daily from the US App Store and indexed by [AppsHunter](https://appshunter.io/). User reviews are verbatim App Store reviews. Ratings, prices and chart positions refresh continuously; this snapshot is from 2026-08-04.*