Scribdâs Australian entry a new growth chapter US ebooks and audiobook subscriptions service business Scribd says local authors and content are at the heart of its entry into the Australian market. Technology by Valerina Changarathil Premium Content Subscriber only US digital content subscriptions service business Scribd has launched its Australian offering with a focus on localised content and at a price point that directly competes with Amazon-owned rival Audible. Scribd has lined up a $13.99/month offer, along with a 30-day free trial for new users, competing directly with Audible Australia's $16.45/month offering. The host of more millions of ebooks, audiobooks, podcasts and sheet music content said the move to extend its seven-year-old global subscription platform into overseas markets is part of broader plans to capitalise on the popularity of mobile digital content.