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I’ve been a full-time audiobook narrator for the past year, and between my pseudonym and legal
I’ve come across hundreds of auditions and learned so much during the process
So dear writer, if you are planning to create the coveted audiobook please take note of the
Too often, I’ve opened the audition script posted by the author to find blaring typos and
But if I, a mere reader, can spot these mistakes (and multiple at that!) then there is
While I know editors are expensive, at the very least, authors should run their story through programs
You’ll be amazed at how much you catch by taking the extra time
Royalty Share: The narrator will receive no money upfront and only see a paycheck if/when the
Keep in mind this hourly rate only includes how long the book is
So let’s talk about how narrators prep a book because a lot goes on behind the
Believe it or not, I don’t just sit in bed in my pajamas with my iPhone
Most mid-tier narrators have invested in soundproofing their space, professional equipment, audio software, and potentially a professional
Next, before I sit down to record, I must first read the book to familiarize myself with
So, I keep a file where I jot notes beforehand, including pronunciation questions, and voices
Additionally, I work with an editor and proofer to ensure that I meet a professional quality and
That means if the book was 3 hours and I was paid $100/PFH, I made $300 for that book
This is an easy fix but can be detrimental if you’ve put yourself in the wrong
Not only am I an audiobook narrator, but I am an audiobook LOVER
I listen to them on nearly all my drives, while doing household chores, and when I need
However I’ve heard from listeners with tourettes and other disablities who don’t have the option