The Audiobook Opportunity for Authors
Authors and readers love audiobooks. Many authors are considering publishing audio editions of their book to add to their backlist.
Creating an audiobook has many benefits for independent authors.
With all the great reasons to create an audiobook, you’ll want to know how to work with your narrator. Interview with Audiobook Narrator Jonathan Waters
Performance artist Jonathan Waters shares tips for authors about keeping your narrator happy. Plus you have an inside pick at a narrator’s recording studio and how he works to produce a finished hour.
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0:54 What a narrator looks for in an author 2:06 Good communication 5:17 Character comes alive in narration 6:17 Provide a “casting call” 9:20 The Author in the director’s seat 9:45 How to give notes back to the narrator 14:39 The narration recording studio 19:47 What is a finished hour of production? 23:36 Editing author suggestions 24:35 The editing process 28:33 Narrator tip for authors If you think Jon is right for your book contact him on Facebook at Jonathan.waters.524. Two Places to Find and Audition Narrators
For years, ACX has been the go-to place to find narrators for your book. With thousands of voices to choose from, you can refine your search with many options for the voice and tone you want for your book. You can pay for the production or find a narrator who agrees to split the royalties. You book will be distributed through Amazon, Audible, iTunes with choices on distribution and royalty rates.
A new option for audiobook creation is Findaway Voices. The process is different. You tell Findaway Voices what you are looking for and they send you selections. You can always ask for more recommendations. Once you choose your narrator, you pay upfront. Your audiobook will be distributed to many outlets giving your book a much broader reach than ACX. And your royalty is higher. Practice Professionalism
Once you have selected the right narrator for your book or series, act as a professional in your interactions. You want to let your personality shine through, but treat your narrator with respect. He or she is a professional artist with other clients. Make it easy for your narrator to work with you.
Steps you can take.
You and the narrator are partners in the audiobook creation. You selected this performance artist as the right person to tell your story. Think of them as a member of your team. Give them encouragement and praise the work when deserved. With the right attitude, you and your narrator will be on your way to creating a finished audiobook listeners will love. Zara Altair
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