Very nice! The content is great, and your reading voice is great. Can I ask a little about your process? I would like to create an audio version of my book. What recording equipment are you using? Are you doing it at home by yourself, or is someone helping you? Do you edit out mistakes or re-record any sections that you made mistakes during? What software do you use to join all the sections together? Did you start working with Audible through Kindle Direct Publishing, or some other way? I realize you're busy, so I will understand if you can't answer all these questions.
I went through a lot of trial and error, but ended up with a process I love, except that--for me anyway--it's a very time-consuming. It may not be as time-consuming for others. My speech has often been marked by many long pauses--even when I'm reading my own words. So someone whose speech flows more smoothly will need to spend less time editing.
But editing is the big time commitment for everyone. It's necessary. You will make mistakes and need to edit. Audible and other distributors insist on a quality product.
This (first) time, I'm sticking with the Audible process. It turns out to be pretty much the standard anyway for a quality audiobook. I'd suggest you read through the considerable documentation on acx.com. But don't try to understand all the technical specs. Check out the video library, too, but don't be quick to hire a coach or buy anything.
I record and edit in sections and upload one chapter at a time to acx. It tells me right away if have met the technical specs, and the process I now use works. I bought high-end noise-suppressing curtains for the window and door of my small office, and along with other processes, they seem to be enough.
Explaining the processes I am using will take a little time and might necessitate an hour or so on Zoom. Send me an email if you'd like to get into the nitty-gritty.
Very nice! The content is great, and your reading voice is great. Can I ask a little about your process? I would like to create an audio version of my book. What recording equipment are you using? Are you doing it at home by yourself, or is someone helping you? Do you edit out mistakes or re-record any sections that you made mistakes during? What software do you use to join all the sections together? Did you start working with Audible through Kindle Direct Publishing, or some other way? I realize you're busy, so I will understand if you can't answer all these questions.
I went through a lot of trial and error, but ended up with a process I love, except that--for me anyway--it's a very time-consuming. It may not be as time-consuming for others. My speech has often been marked by many long pauses--even when I'm reading my own words. So someone whose speech flows more smoothly will need to spend less time editing.
But editing is the big time commitment for everyone. It's necessary. You will make mistakes and need to edit. Audible and other distributors insist on a quality product.
This (first) time, I'm sticking with the Audible process. It turns out to be pretty much the standard anyway for a quality audiobook. I'd suggest you read through the considerable documentation on acx.com. But don't try to understand all the technical specs. Check out the video library, too, but don't be quick to hire a coach or buy anything.
I record and edit in sections and upload one chapter at a time to acx. It tells me right away if have met the technical specs, and the process I now use works. I bought high-end noise-suppressing curtains for the window and door of my small office, and along with other processes, they seem to be enough.
Explaining the processes I am using will take a little time and might necessitate an hour or so on Zoom. Send me an email if you'd like to get into the nitty-gritty.
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