Hey everyone! I’m currently in the process of turning my ebook into an audiobook, and I’m realizing that choosing the right narrator is way more important than I initially thought. A great voice can really elevate the entire listening experience, while a poor one can completely ruin it—even if the content is solid. That’s why I want to make sure I find the best audiobook narrators to bring my story to life the right way.
I’ve been browsing a few platforms like ACX, Voices.com, and Amazon Kindle Network, which I recently discovered offers audiobook services as well. Has anyone here worked with narrators through Amazon Kindle Network specifically? I’m curious about the process, how much creative input you get, and what the final product sounded like. I’d love to hear if the narrators were truly professional and how flexible they were with style, tone, and pacing.
Also, how did you go about selecting the right voice for your project? Did you go for a voice that matched your characters, or did you focus more on tone and clarity for general storytelling? I’m feeling a bit overwhelmed by all the voice samples and don’t want to rush this decision.
As for pricing—what’s reasonable for a professionally narrated audiobook? Some rates seem all over the place. I want to make sure I’m investing smartly without compromising on quality.
If anyone has tips, suggestions, or even links to narrators you’ve worked with and loved, please share! I’m open to any advice on making this transition from ebook to audiobook as smooth and successful as possible.
I’ve been browsing a few platforms like ACX, Voices.com, and Amazon Kindle Network, which I recently discovered offers audiobook services as well. Has anyone here worked with narrators through Amazon Kindle Network specifically? I’m curious about the process, how much creative input you get, and what the final product sounded like. I’d love to hear if the narrators were truly professional and how flexible they were with style, tone, and pacing.
Also, how did you go about selecting the right voice for your project? Did you go for a voice that matched your characters, or did you focus more on tone and clarity for general storytelling? I’m feeling a bit overwhelmed by all the voice samples and don’t want to rush this decision.
As for pricing—what’s reasonable for a professionally narrated audiobook? Some rates seem all over the place. I want to make sure I’m investing smartly without compromising on quality.
If anyone has tips, suggestions, or even links to narrators you’ve worked with and loved, please share! I’m open to any advice on making this transition from ebook to audiobook as smooth and successful as possible.