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Audiobook Connection - Behind the Scenes with the Creative Teams

Becky Parker Geist

Engaging conversations with Authors, Narrators, Post-production audio engineers, Marketing teams as well as audio book listeners and fans. Go behind the scenes with audiobook creators as host Becky Parker Geist guides the conversation to discover the surprises, victories and challenges in publishing and producing audiobooks. Ideal for indie authors, small publishers, audiobook fans, and anyone interested in a behind-the-scenes peek into the audiobook world - as well as authors and publishers looking

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21:04

AC-T-60 How (Audiobook) Producers Estimate Pricing

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2021/04/22

Having all the information you need to make an informed decision about your audiobook makes it so much easier to be certain that you, as the author of a book, are making the correct decision in selecting an audiobook producer for your project. Host BPG takes the mystery out of audiobook production pricing by sharing specific criteria that are taken into account in considering the cost of producing an audiobook, sharing the formulae producers use to figure out / estimate how to best cover their

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30:38

AC-I-59 Your Audiobook in Libraries - Interview with...

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2021/04/15

Are you interested in having your audiobook in libraries? Listen as Michele Cobb, Publisher of AudioFile Magazine and Audio and Digital Publishing Consultant answers authors’ questions about marketing their audiobooks to the library system. Tips on topics such as increasing your visibility, reviews, contacts with influential associations and vendors, networking and the surprising benefits of the digital world we are now in. Learn how to keep afloat in our changing world. Learn more about your ad

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21:01

AC-T-58 Casting – What to Listen for in Auditions

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2021/04/08

Finding the right voice is critical to bringing your story to life – it can transport your audiobook listeners to new worlds. Host BPG provides guidance to assist you in selecting the correct narrator for your audiobook as she gives tips and shines a light on the nuances of the audiobook recording process that may be unfamiliar to an author to help head off or deal with issues that do come up and to avoid the pitfalls in producing your audiobook. BPG illustrates the time-saving and other benefits

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AC-I-57 Interview with Johnny Robinson, Audio Club host

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2021/04/01

Join host Becky Parker Geist and get to know our Audiobook Marketing Program Concierge, Johnny Robinson. Hear about the ways authors and the marketing team come together to learn and move past challenges as well as sharing victories in marketing. Learn more about the community aspect of marketing and audiobooks. Johnny also hosts the The Audio Book Club—an online, interactive club for audiobook enthusiasts—that was launched in January 2021. Discover what's available for you whether as an audiobook

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23:29

AC-T-56 Marketing Series #5 Building your Marketing...

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2021/03/25

In this fifth episode in this series on the Audiobook Marketing Program (AMP), host Becky Parker Geist helps you think through the gathering of your marketing team. If you’ve created your Marketing Blueprint as we discussed in the first in this series (Episode AC-T-52), you know what tasks need to be done. Figuring out which you should take on yourself and which you should delegate out stumps many an author, and the insights in this episode will help you gain clarity. Every successful author has a

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AC-I-55 Marketing Series #4 YouTube guest Ryan Perry,...

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2021/03/18

In this fourth episode in a series on the Audiobook Marketing Program (AMP) created by Pro Audio Voices, host Becky Parker Geist interviews Ryan Perry, business consultant and CEO of Simple Biz Support and a 20-year veteran of helping companies grow sustainably. From his vast experience with YouTube he shared powerful and practical tips on how to use YouTube to market your audiobooks and yourselves as authors. With these suggestions and recommendations for tools and resources, you can dynamically

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16:03

AC-T-54 Marketing Series #3 Manageable Weekly Tasks

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2021/03/11

Today’s episode is the third of a series on the Audiobook Marketing Program (AMP) created by Pro Audio Voices. Host Becky Parker Geist will introduce you to what she and her team use to stay organized and to keep forward momentum: maintaining a short and manageable list of the Weekly Tasks to be accomplished. With these tips and suggestions as a jumping off point, you can tailor your Weekly Task List to fit your needs and keep you and your marketing plan moving forward. Keeping a Weekly Task List

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26:38

AC-T-53 Audiobook Marketing Program - Part 2: Media...

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2021/03/04

Managing your marketing assets can help you gain an advantage for a successful marketing campaign and help you reach your wider audience and even expand your fan base. Today’s episode is the second of a series on the Audiobook Marketing Program (AMP) created by Pro Audio Voices. Host Becky Parker Geist will walk you through what she and her team call your Marketing Assets Library and help you identify the resources available to you and where to focus your efforts for maximum benefit. With this

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19:58

AC-T-52 Audiobook Marketing Program - Part 1:...

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2021/02/25

Effective Marketing can make the difference in sales success for your audiobook and help you reach your wider audience. Authors often feel challenged dealing with marketing, figuring out where to begin and where to focus. Today’s episode is the first of a series on the Audiobook Marketing Program (AMP) created by Pro Audio Voices. Host Becky Parker Geist will walk you through what she and her team have developed and why. You can use this as a model to create your own DIY program or just glean tips

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23:56

AC-T-51 Script Notes

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2021/02/18

If you’ve decided to be the voice for your own book, this episode will help you with some options and recommendations. Whether you choose to record in a pro studio, a semi-pro studio, or set yourself up with a home recording set up, there are questions to ask and decisions to make that will make the experience smoother and more manageable. Also be sure to check out Episode #34: “Should You Record Your Own Audiobook?” in this podcast series, which provides some useful information to help you make

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AC-T-50 Unpublished Children’s Books - Joy

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2021/02/11

A child’s curiosity knows no bounds. Even those who seem bored and distracted have the energy within them to participate in the world if only we arouse their interest. Today we look at the opportunities presented by Unpublished Children’s Books - children’s stories not yet published in an eBook or a print format, and ways to enrich the stories with a soundscape. We explore the benefits of producing your children’s stories in audio format vs. print format, the perks of getting published or

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13:39

AC-T-49 Short Story Collections

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2021/02/04

Discover the variety of useful ways your short stories (singly and as collections) can benefit children, parents who wish to encourage their young to appreciate the fascinating world of literature through audiobooks, the literary-hungry public, educators, and you! Becky Parker Geist has some innovative suggestions for enhancing your short stories to maximize their visual and auditory appeal, to illustrate the storyline and action in your short story (without the expense of illustrations

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AC-T-48 Children’s Audiobooks for the Visually Impaired

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2021/01/28

Children are thirsty for adventure, knowledge, entertainment; constantly looking for great stories to drink in and enhance their life experience. An often-neglected segment of that population – visually impaired and blind children – are just as much so - craving the same stimuli. This creates a wide-open market for the author’s creative use of the elements of storytelling and learning possibilities, particularly in the audiobook format. Challenge your own creativity by listening to BPG’s Tips for

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AC-T-47 15+ KEY Questions To Ask Your Potential...

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2021/01/21

Finding the right audiobook producer can feel like a daunting task! And if you’re new to the format, you may not even know what questions to ask in your selection process. So in today’s episode, I’m giving you a comprehensive list of questions to ask potential producers so you can find the perfect match for your unique needs. I’ll give you questions that address casting, manuscript preparation, modifications to text and tone, the audio file review process, metadata, the submission + distribution

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AC-I-46 Insider Insights From The COO of Author’s...

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2021/01/14

At Pro Audio Voices, our preferred digital distributor for audiobooks is Authors’s Republic...and for good reason! Distributing content to over 50 different channels across the world like audiobooks.com and spotify, the platform opens the door to high visibility for authors. So in this week’s episode I invited Darren Spears, COO at Author's Republic, to talk about their process for getting YOUR content out into the world. Tune in for his insights on the top reasons audiobooks get rejected by

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AC-T-45 Top Audiobook Goals + How They Shape The...

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2021/01/07

Forget half-baked resolutions — let’s define rock solid goals for your audiobook in 2021! In today’s episode, we’ll dive into the VERY first step in approaching the audiobook process. The clearer you are about your goals around your audiobook, the more easily you can make decisions that will bring those goals to life. I’ll lay out the most common goals and how each one affects the audiobook production process. Whether your goal is to reach a greater audience, earn more royalties, become a full-time

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AC-T-44 Timing Is EVERYTHING: New Year Marketing Tips...

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2021/01/01

Self-help and personal development authors rejoice! It’s that time of the year where readers and listeners everywhere are making resolutions, setting goals, and planning big changes in their lives — which means they need you the most right now! So how can you most effectively leverage this time to reach a bigger audience and boost your audiobook sales? In this episode, I’ll be sharing pre-launch tips to build momentum, how to select the juiciest clips for your promotion efforts, and choosing the

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AC-T-43 The First Step To Sharing Your Gifts As An...

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2021/01/01

The holiday season has gifts on everyone’s mind...but have you considered the unique gifts you have to offer as an author? In this episode, I’m going to help you shift from thoughts like “how do I sell my books?” to considering instead, “how can I best share my gifts with the world?” The first step to this meaningful shift is clarifying your target market so you can connect with those who will love your work with greater ease. Remembering who you’re writing for will rekindle your passion, and I’ll

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AC-I-42 Publishing Health Titles In Pandemic Times...

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2020/12/17

Wellness, self-care, and health have become hot topics in 2020 amidst a global pandemic, social distancing, and skyrocketing stress levels. Despite the difficulties, these events have given writers like Brianna Fitzgerald, author of ‘The Road To Healing’, a chance to shine. In today’s episode, she’ll share her thoughts on how the pandemic has shaped our mental, emotional, and physical health. Tune in for her tips on creating a ‘circle of security’ during socially distanced times and how to become

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AC-T-41 Producing Your First Audiobook: The 10,000...

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2020/12/11

The audiobook production and launch processes can be incredibly layered and complex. So where do you even start? In today’s episode, I’ll give you the most important, broad-perspective considerations you need to get the process rolling. Learn how to start with one overarching goal and using it to inform the entire process, as well as deciding whether hiring a professional or DIY is best for you. You’ll also get my best tips on vetting the right producer, weighing budget considerations, and keeping

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