Audiobook Connection - Behind the Scenes with the Creative Teams

AC-T-157 Lots of Dialogue - More than One Narrator?

If your manuscript has a lot of dialogue, you may be wondering if that means it needs two or more narrators. Join Becky for a short episode addressing this frequently asked question. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

AC-I-156 Pozotron - Interview with CEO Adam Fritz

Artificial Intelligence (AI) can also be a tremendous support in the audiobook world. Pozotron is an AI-based support tool for narrators that saves time, thus helping streamline the audiobook industry. Learn more about how CEO Adam Fritz and his team see AI as a resource and how it is impacting the world of audiobooks.For more info: https://proaudiovoices.com/audiobookproduction/ Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

AC-T-155 We ARE Story - AI vs Narrators

We experience our lives as narrative. We are creators. What happens when we turn over our creativity to AI? If democratizing affordability is the problem, is AI narrating audiobooks really the best solution? Is is a way to create better audiobooks? Is the value proposition valid, or just a slippery way for tech giants to grow their own bottom lines? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

AC-T-154 Studios vs Audiobook Producers - Differences and Red Flags

Thinking about working with a studio to produce your audiobook? Here are some really important keys you’ll want to be aware of in the process. What may surprise you is how much the business model for studios plays into what your costs will be to work with them. From recording to post-production, the differences are striking. This episode will help you decide what’s best for you and your audiobook needs.For more info: https://proaudiovoices.com/audiobookproduction/ Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

AC-I-153 AI and More: A Conversation with Joshua Townshend

What does the arrival of AI (Artificial Intelligence) as audiobook narrators mean for the audiobook industry and for listeners? Will the art and soul of audiobooks be lost in the pursuit of profit? In the balance of Quantity vs Quality, what does AI mean? Join storytelling specialist Joshua Townshend and host Becky Parker Geist for a fascinating conversation down the AI rabbit hole—and beyond. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

AC-T-152 Should You as Author Narrate Your Own Audiobook?

Are you the best voice for your audiobook? Maybe. Learn about the key parts of the process and critical factors in your decision-making process. Where will you record and what will each option entail? What are the technical things you’ll need to be aware of? How will you know if you’re the best storyteller for your story—and why you might not be. What could be the biggest challenge that you’re not even aware of? If you are considering being your own narrator, this is a must-listen episode for you! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

AC-T-151 More Reasons Why Audiobooks for Kids Make Sense

Whether you’re a children’s author or an adult with kids in your life, this episode will expand your horizons in how you think about audiobooks. There are many benefits and values for kids. Whether your children’s story is published or even illustrated need not be a factor in whether you take advantage of the audiobook opportunities. This episode may also help you as you consider audiobook production choices. Interested in being part of a children’s audiobook collection? Schedule a call at ProAudioVoices.com and mention the Audiobook Connection podcast. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

AC-T-150 Children’s Book Collections - Win with Collaboration

Children’s books are on the rise in the audiobook world and in this episode Becky provides some ways to take advantage of what might otherwise be considered challenges. When published independently, kids books typically involve a significant budget for illustrations. The fact that the text is short translates to a shorter finished length in audio, which can be seen as both an advantage and challenge: advantage in terms of cost of production, and challenge in terms of selling such a short single audiobook. Becky shares ways to leverage these to your advantage! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

AC-T-149 Major News for Audiobooks in 2023

Great news for everyone selling in the audiobook market (and those planning to)! Sustained growth in audiobook sales, along with the upcoming AMPlify launch, will provide a powerful tool for all authors looking to earn a return on their audiobook investment! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

AC-T-148 Wrapping up 2022 and Looking Ahead

As we wrap up 2022, Becky encourages us to ask ourselves, “What would you like?” and the follow up question, “What will having that do for you?” These powerful questions are a gateway to manifesting what we intend and desire in our lives. What do you intend to bring to life in 2023? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices