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Emma Munbodh

All of the Amazon freebies available during the coronavirus pandemic

Amazon is offering thousands of households free entertainment to help them get through isolation during the coronavirus pandemic.

The online retail giant said families can access complimentary audio books as well as free movies and kids' TV shows, such as Peppa Pig, without the need for a Prime Account over the next month.

It comes as ministers warn the lockdown period could be extended well into May, as coronavirus numbers continue to rise in the UK.

A number of brands and retailers have gone the extra mile over the past fortnight, offering priority access and emergency refunds to those at risk, vulnerable or working on the front line.

Virgin TV is offering free entertainment while supermarkets have extended their opening times to help keep people's homes stocked as nine million people join the Government's furlough scheme.

So what can you access for free? We take a look.

Kindle books

Amazon has extended its Kindle unlimited trial to two months, giving people an extra 60 days to experience the service while stuck at home.

It's also added several hundred e-books to its free database - meaning  you can access them anytime without paying a penny.

Freebies include several classic titles including David Copperfield, A Tale of Two Cities, Wuthering Heights and The Strange Case of Dr Jekyll and Mr Hyde.

If you're looking to spend your isolation period constructively, you'll also find revision texts and professional development books to help get started.

Audible

With options for all age ranges, you can now stream several audiobooks from JK Rowling to CS Lewis via Amazon's audible service for free via its free trial.

Audible subscriptions are separate to Amazon Prime subscriptions. Beyond your trial, which can be cancelled any time, you will be charged £7.99 per month.

Family TV shows

You now don't need to be an Amazon Prime subscriber to be able to watch shows like Peppa Pig and Fireman Sam.

All you do need is a regular Amazon account and the content can be streamed through your Smart TV or compatible tablet or streaming device.

Educational and fitness apps

If you've taken up home workouts in isolation, you can now access fitness apps SimplyYoga and DailyUpFitness free via Amazon.

Free apps also include educational content including TED talks and Learn Spanish For Beginners.

Music playlists and stations

Amazon now lets you stream music without a subscription - meaning you don't have to sign up for a set period of time.

These freebies give users a flavour of what's available through Amazon's 'Music Unlimited' - and you can trial it for up to 90 days.

Amazon's music can also be streamed through their various Echo devices or through a mobile app available on both iOS and Android.

Do you already have Amazon Prime? Find out how you can share your Prime benefits with family and friends in our guide.

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