I had my father make up (very good) stories on-the-fly many times he shared and acted out with various voices for me.
I had out-loud reading done for me as a child, and later as an adult by family and friends.
I read to my children entire books a chapter at a time, and have read short books to grandchildren.
I have read to myself out loud many times just because it helped me understand the story better to HEAR it outside my head. Reading itself, speaking the words, is just FUN, too!
I have read to other adults, in both reading theatre and to partners, entire books - it can be a very fun, social, and intimate activity!