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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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10:58

AC-T-40 Nonfiction In The New Year: How To Tap A...

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2020/12/03

The New Year is a time when people start thinking about making new changes, setting goals, and bettering themselves — making it the PERFECT time to launch nonfiction content! Whether you already have a nonfiction audiobook or authored a book that hasn’t made it to the audio format yet, I’m going to give you my tips for making best use of this opportunity. I’ll show you how to develop and launch value added content for existing audiobooks for the purpose of getting audiences fully engaged. No

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12:57

AC-T-39 Gratitude + An Open Invitation From Pro Audio...

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2020/11/26

In the spirit of Thanksgiving, I’m dedicating this short episode to this amazing audio community and the gratitude I have for it. The team at Pro Audio Voices REALLY care about bringing great stories to life. When authors collaborate with us to bring those stories to life, doors open in the heart, the mind, and the spirit. We’ll talk about the amazing change that is made possible when authors bring their valuable content to the world — from messages of healing and inspiration, to imaginative stories

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15:59

AC-T-38 Can I just record an audiobook on my phone?

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2020/11/19

One of the most common questions I get from ambitious and frugal authors is, “can I just record an audiobook with my phone’s built-in mic and an app?” So in today’s episode, we’ll explore how it’s possible...but by no means simple. I’ll cover the three main hurdles in phone recording; the sound quality, file type, and technical specs of your recording space. Hear side-by-side samples of recordings from phone mics, USB mics, and professional recording equipment to discern the quality difference

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18:58

AC-T-37 Pro Tips: Conveying Charts and Tables In...

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2020/11/12

Charts and tables are an essential tool for nonfiction authors to share information on the page...but what happens to those visuals in the audio format? The default choice of many audiobook narrators and producers is to omit them, but today I’ll share that it isn’t always the right decision. Tune in and learn how to translate charts into engaging narratives that enhance the listener experience. I’ll also read examples from Rene Zamora’s book, Part Time Sales Management, to illustrate the different

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21:17

AC-T-36 Handling Footnotes + Endnotes In Nonfiction...

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2020/11/05

Footnotes and endnotes have a clear place in written nonfiction - but how do they fit into the audio format? In today’s episode, we’ll dive into the options...and you’ll be surprised that “omit them” isn’t the only one! We’ll talk about the types of audiences that appreciate footnote inclusion and how to seamlessly integrate this information without detracting from narrative flow and listener experience. Learn how to turn footnote information into value added content or a ‘free gift’ that invites

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13:54

AC-T-35 Market Your Audiobook With Soundcloud: Step...

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2020/10/29

The first thing that comes to mind when people hear ‘Soundcloud’ is music...but did you know it can be an amazing platform for audiobook marketing? In today’s episode, I’ll show you how to leverage the platform to access a wider audience and create great opportunities to invite them to your website. You’ll learn practical tips for setting up your account, creating effective + keyword rich descriptions, and choosing the clips and content you want to share. I’ll also teach you how to use the embedded

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20:29

AC-T-34 Should You Record Your Own Audiobook? How To...

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2020/10/22

The skill sets involved in narration are VERY different from those of writing text...but does being a story’s author make you the best person for the narration job? There is a possibility you may not be the person to bring your audiobook to life in sound, but on the other hand you may be the PERFECT person. So how do you know? In this episode, I’ll guide you through the decision making process, starting with your goal for your audiobook. We’ll cover whether recording yourself REALLY saves money and

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16:52

AC-T-33 How To Leverage Your Audiobook In The...

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2020/10/15

Audiobook audiences and podcast listeners have one great thing in common -- they LOVE consuming audio content! The podcast format is an incredible way to expand your audience and drive sales with a wealth of content you already have. In today’s episode, learn the many ways you can structure an audiobook-based podcast, how to edit in complimentary content with listener experience in mind, and how to choose segments that generate excitement and interest. I’ll also give you tips on leveraging breaks

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22:46

AC-T-32 How To Use Youtube As An Audiobook Promotion...

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2020/10/08

Youtube is one of the internet’s most popular search engines and there are ample marketing benefits to getting your audiobook in on the mix. But how do you translate your audiobook into video? In today’s episode, I’ll share how to create potent marketing material with audiobook segments and some video editing magic. I’ll cover how to select segments appealing to your audience, ideas for visual components to accompany your story, and video editing softwares. I’ll also teach you how to leverage your

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23:02

AC-I-31 Compelling Memoirs From Print To Audio With...

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2020/10/01

What makes for a timely and compelling memoir? And how do you vividly convey that journey in audio? To answer these questions and more, we’re joined by Tania Romanov, author of Mother Tongue: The Saga Of 3 Generations of Balkan Women. Her book chronicles the strong women in her family and their struggles with immigration and exile, and effectively pulls readers into their lives without boring the reader with history. Tune in for her nuggets of wisdom surrounding the audiobook production process,

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20:58

AC-T-30 10+ GREAT Reasons To Audio Format Your Book...

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2020/09/24

On the fence about whether or not you should turn your book or screenplay into an audiobook? Unsure if it’ll *really* be worth it? Let’s look at the benefits! Audio format is the fastest growing segment of the publishing industry, and it’s an amazing way to ignite your reach. Today we’ll dive into the both the big reasons and the smaller (yet VALUABLE) ones you might not have considered. From increasing your earning potential to creating a wealth of content to leverage on social, you’re sure to find

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56:04

AC-I-29 Wisdom From An Indie Publishing Adventure...

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2020/09/17

Writing, publishing, audiobook production...it’s all a journey of discovery when it’s your first time! The best tips and tricks come from those fresh off the adventure, which is why we’ve invited Gordon Chambers, author of Searching For Monkumar. He’ll share the wild path of bad publishing company experiences, the process of finding out if his draft was shelf worthy, and enlisting his son Jarryd (also joining us) to indie publish. You’ll also get a creative peek into how composer Wallace Harvey

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9:24

AC-T-28 Get Your Title On Audible FASTER: Wait WEEKS,...

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2020/09/10

If you’ve ever weathered the process of getting your title on Audible, you already know that it takes a small eternity. If you haven’t, you’ve come to the right place! Today I’ll be giving out insider tips on how to shorten those painful wait times that have become the norm. Learn how audiobook quality affects your experience, and which royalty frequency to accept to speed up the process. Plus, find out what we use to shortcut our Audible publication time from 2-4 months to 2-3 WEEKS! Learn more

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AC-T-27 Maximize Your Audiobook Profits With A...

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2020/09/03

What author wouldn’t love more sales over the lifetime of their book release? That’s exactly what a solid audiobook presale strategy has the power to generate for you! In today’s episode, I’ll share the pros, cons, and considerations of selling your audiobook before its official release date. Learn how to choose the best author platforms for presale, strategies for incentivizing early purchases, and create a marketing timeline for your preorder launch. You’ll also discover the biggest presale

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17:03

AC-T-26 Choose Your Audiobook Launch Strategy

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2020/08/27

So you’ve finished your book, and now the most exciting (and nerve wracking) part of the journey begins...the launch! With an endless sea of marketing options at your fingertips, how are you supposed to start narrowing it down? In today’s episode, I’ll cover 2 overarching strategies to help you kickstart the decision making process -- the staggered launch and the ‘all formats’ launch. Learn the pros and cons of both approaches, how to maximize your royalties with the right retail platforms, and

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36:00

AC-I-25: Give Your Writing Career Wings! with Glenis...

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2020/08/20

What adventures do you hope your writing career will whisk you away on? Open up to the possibilities with today’s inspiring guest Glenis Redmond; poet, teaching artist, and author of What My Hands Say. She’ll share how she went from a professional counselor struggling with fibromyalgia...to a single mom clocking 40k miles on her vehicle every year, spreading the power of poetry. We’ll also talk about how audio production and performance can elevate poetry into a more communicative art form, as well

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18:32

AC-T-24 Poetry In Audio: Creative Production...

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2020/08/13

Is an audiobook edition an appropriate or worthwhile venture as a writer of poetry? At first glance it might seem like the translation from page to spoken word is a difficult one, but today I’ll share practical tips for bringing your poetry to life in this sharable medium. We’ll dive into considerations like finding the right narrator, deciding how read lines should be metered (or not!), and enhancing the experience with musical tracks. I’ll also tackle tougher issues like conveying images included

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14:24

AC-T-23 Target Audience Matters In Production Choices!

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2020/08/06

Do you have a crystal clear picture of who your target audience is? If not, today you’re in luck! Understanding your audiobook’s prime listeners affects so much more than marketing...it shapes all aspects of your production, too! Today I’ll be tips on bringing your target into laser-focus so that you can reach them with ease. I’ll also describe each facet of production that your target audience shapes, from narrator choice to tone (and beyond). Don’t miss my specific, side-by-side narration examples

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AC-I-22 Producing Historical Fiction with Jim Wetton...

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2020/07/30

Where does history end and an exciting new story begin? Today we’ll take a multifaceted look into writing and producing historical fiction with author Jim Wetton and the narrator of his audiobook, Samantha Cooper. In this 3-way interview, we chat about his experience bringing new life to historical figures and writing female characters from a male perspective. Samantha shares the unique challenges (and fun!) of learning dialects of yore and juggling them between characters. Whether you’re a history

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17:11

AC-T-21 Who Should Narrate Your Memoir?

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2020/07/23

So...you’ve written a memoir and you’re ready to bring it to life in audio. Now you face that big burning question, “who should narrate it?” You might think the easy answer is YOU, but this is just one valid approach of many! Today I’ll share my best tips for deciding if self-narration is right for you. I’ll give you my best questions for digging up a decision, important production considerations, and a great ‘test the waters’ exercise for comparing your narration samples to established pros. Let’s

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