Would you rather listen to Matthew McConaughey or a robot? Seems like an easy answer. But is the discussion about artificial intelligence in publishing that clear-cut? Or do authors, publishers, audio engineers, and listeners need to consider a few things first? There...
How much do you know about your ear? Your ear hears a wide range of sounds, from the softest whisper to the loudest explosions. And with the brain, the ear determines the direction of a sound, the size of a room, the proximity of a sound, and even to some degree, the...
Authors aren’t like the rest of us. They are willing to drop the mask we hide behind to be transparent and vulnerable. An author tackles a blank page, working through any roadblocks in their way. They have a passion for their material and are willing to do what it...
Some publishers discourage authors from narrating their own books. They say they want a polished performance, so it sells. Newsflash: so does the author! Publishers cite horror stories of the time it will take to read the manuscript while the engineer or producer...
Welcome back! This is Part 2 of a two-part series. If you missed Part 1, check it out here to learn about: audiobook recording, audiobook studio locations, recording devices, recording formats, microphone selection and positioning, readying your script, and selecting...
Avoid these mistakes when you record your audiobook.
Authors are bold. They put their thoughts out there for the world to enjoy. I think authors are very brave! But for many authors the thought of recording their audiobook is terrifying. To step out of their comfort zone, yet again, and learn a new skill stops many...
Do you remember when your book was just an idea? What if you’d have stopped and never written it? The world would be without your book, and your book’s impact. I’m married to an award-winning author, so I know the heart and soul required to write and print. Now to...
When traveling to a foreign country, it is essential to know the local language. If you don't, travel becomes overwhelming, inefficient, and frustrating. The same can be said for the audiobook industry. How do you record your audiobook and get from word one to done...
Is there a difference between recording a podcast and an audiobook? You might think, “A recording is a recording, right?" Yes, you record audio for both, but there is a difference in the listener's expectations. The audio quality difference between an audiobook and a...