Can I re-download an audiobook that I purchased from iTunes again?
Google shows various links that say that it is not possible to automatically re-download Audio Books in iTunes.
For example, this recent one - previously purchased audiobooks not showing up - from 3-Nov-2011:
You only get one download of audiobooks and movies. It is your responsibility to backup your purchases.
Similarly:
- Redownload Audio Book PLEASE!!!
- iTunes Audiobook redownload
A few replies, like this one, include extra info:
- How to back up your iTunes purchases (though that Apple page says "This article has been archived and is no longer updated by Apple.")
- How to contact iTunes Support, to request the ability to re-download your purchase
Conclusion
If you have any past back-ups of your desktop machine where you run iTunes and sync(ed) your device, you should be able to restore your purchase.
Otherwise, your best bet is to contact iTunes Store support.
Most of these older answers are incorrect now. In recent versions of iOS you can re-download all your audiobooks purchased through iTunes by starting the iBooks app, and going to the Purchased tab at the bottom right. From there you can choose what to redownload from My Purchases.
