Discover how to create professional-quality audiobooks as a self-published author
https://danielhallwebinars.com/audiobooks 🎧 – Ready to create your audiobook? Check out Derek’s “Audiobooks Made Easy” program
This podcast features a discussion between Daniel Hall and Derek Doepker about creating audiobooks for self-published and indie authors. Here are the key points:
- Audiobooks provide an additional revenue stream and reach readers who prefer audio content.
- Most books can be converted to audiobooks, except for heavily visual works like cookbooks or picture books.
- Self-narrating audiobooks can help authors create a stronger bond with readers.
- Basic equipment needed includes a dynamic microphone (like Audio Technica ATR2100x or Samson Q2U), microphone stand, pop filter, and headphones.
- Free software like Audacity can be used for recording and editing.
- A small room or DIY recording booth (using a patio umbrella and blanket) can provide good acoustics.
- The process involves recording, editing out mistakes, mastering the audio, and uploading to distributors like ACX, Authors Republic, or Findaway Voices.
- Derek offers a program called “Audiobooks Made Easy” that guides authors through the process and provides personal feedback.
- The learning curve for creating audiobooks varies, but most authors can pick up the basics within a few hours to a few days.
- Creating audiobooks can help authors stand out in the market, as currently less than 10% of indie books have audio versions.
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