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EPISODE · Feb 2, 2026 · 41 MIN

How to Turn Your Book Into an Audiobook — with Narrator Amy Soaks

from The Write Podcast with Sarah Williams · host Sarah Williams

Thinking about creating an audiobook but not sure where to start? In this episode of The Write Podcast, host Sarah Williams chats with professional narrator Amy Soaks, who has voiced over 100 audiobooks across multiple accents and genres. Whether you’re curious about the process or ready to dive in, this episode will walk you through everything you need to know.You’ll learn:🔹 How to find and hire the right narrator for your book🔹 What to expect in terms of cost, timeline, and production🔹 The pros and cons of royalty share vs. paying per finished hour🔹 What narrators look for in an author project🔹 How to know if audiobooks are financially viable for your genre🔹 The business and marketing side of audiobooks for indie authorsPlus, Sarah shares her own experience auditioning narrators and offers a peek into her upcoming audiobook projects.🎁 Resources mentioned:👉 narratorlist.com – Find professional audiobook narrators👉 Free Brainstorming Funsheet – Available at serenadepublishing.com👉 Fiction Writing Academy – Learn to write page-turning fiction at serenadepublishing.com/academy

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