EPISODE · Apr 30, 2020 · 48 MIN
Recording an Audiobook
from The Career Author Podcast · host J. Thorn
Recording an AudiobookAudio is hot. We hear this everywhere and all the time. But what does it take to sit down and record an audiobook? Authors can struggle with writing and publishing a book so the thought of now narrating and producing an audiobook for it can seem daunting.J. took on the responsibility of narrating, editing, and mastering Three Story Method and now he’s going to share the details of what’s involved in a DIY audiobook narration project. Both Zach and J. have had many years of experience in bands which includes time spent in rehearsal spaces and recording studios. Listen in as they discuss the logistics and mindset required to record your own audiobook.The Career Author Podcast is a podcast where co-authors J. Thorn and Zach Bohannon share their struggles and successes as full-time authors, advice for improving your writing craft, and honest discussions of what it takes to build a successful career as an author.In this episode, you’ll discover:When it makes sense to consider recording your own audiobookThe pros and cons of the DIY approachWhat gear you’ll needWhere in your home it makes sense to record and rooms to avoidWays to record, edit, and master your audio filesDecisions to ponder when it comes time to distribute your audiobookAlso in this episode, get all the details on audio for authors with Joanna Penn.Send us your ways and hacks - https://thecareerauthor.com/waysandhacks/ Leave us a comment: Are you planning on recording an audiobook?Thanks to our Patrons.Podcast sponsored by Kobo Writing Life - https://writinglife.kobobooks.com Get exclusive bonus content by supporting The Career Author Podcast on Patreon at www.patreon.com/thecareerauthorWant to work with us? Get the details at https://thecareerauthor.com/services/Links:Secret Powers of the Author Mastermind: How to Transform from Struggling Writer to Career Author by J. Thorn - https://books2read.com/authormastermind Next Level Authors Podcast with Dan Willcocks and Sacha Black - https://pod.link/1508555372Audio for Authors by Joanna Penn - https://books2read.com/audioauthorspenn VOHeroes - https://voheroes.com/Reaper - http://reaper.fm/Audacity - https://www.audacityteam.org/ACX specifications - https://www.acx.com/help/acx-audio-submission-requirements/201456300Findaway Voices - https://findawayvoices.com/The Career Author YouTube Channel - https://www.youtube.com/thecareerauthorThree Story Method - <a href="https://books
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Recording an AudiobookAudio is hot. We hear this everywhere and all the time. But what does it take to sit down and record an audiobook? Authors can struggle with writing and publishing a book so the thought of now narrating and producing an audiobook for it can seem daunting.J. took on the responsibility of narrating, editing, and mastering Three Story Method and now he’s going to share the details of what’s involved in a DIY audiobook narration project. Both Zach and J. have had many years of experience in bands which includes time spent in rehearsal spaces and recording studios. Listen in as they discuss the logistics and mindset required to record your own audiobook.The Career Author Podcast is a podcast where co-authors J. Thorn and Zach Bohannon share their struggles and successes as full-time authors, advice for improving your writing craft, and honest discussions of what it takes to build a successful career as an author.In this episode, you’ll discover:When it makes sense to consider recording your own audiobookThe pros and cons of the DIY approachWhat gear you’ll needWhere in your home it makes sense to record and rooms to avoidWays to record, edit, and master your audio filesDecisions to ponder when it comes time to distribute your audiobookAlso in this episode, get all the details on audio for authors with Joanna Penn.Send us your ways and hacks - https://thecareerauthor.com/waysandhacks/ Leave us a comment: Are you planning on recording an audiobook?Thanks to our Patrons.Podcast sponsored by Kobo Writing Life - https://writinglife.kobobooks.com Get exclusive bonus content by supporting The Career Author Podcast on Patreon at www.patreon.com/thecareerauthorWant to work with us? Get the details at https://thecareerauthor.com/services/Links:Secret Powers of the Author Mastermind: How to Transform from Struggling Writer to Career Author by J. Thorn - https://books2read.com/authormastermind Next Level Authors Podcast with Dan Willcocks and Sacha Black - https://pod.link/1508555372Audio for Authors by Joanna Penn - https://books2read.com/audioauthorspenn VOHeroes - https://voheroes.com/Reaper - http://reaper.fm/Audacity - https://www.audacityteam.org/ACX specifications - https://www.acx.com/help/acx-audio-submission-requirements/201456300Findaway Voices - https://findawayvoices.com/The Career Author YouTube Channel - https://www.youtube.com/thecareerauthorThree Story Method - <a href="https://books
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