Audio For Authors

Audio For Authors

Author: Joanna Penn

Publisher: The Creative Penn

Published: 2020-03-06

Total Pages: 208

ISBN-13: 1913321207

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Do you want to create, publish and market your audiobooks? Are you ready to use podcasting to grow your author brand and reach more readers with your books? Audiobooks are the fastest-growing segment in publishing with double-digit growth in markets across the world. Podcasting has gone mainstream with listeners consuming audio on mobile phones and in-car devices, as well as through smart speakers. Advancements in voice technology continue to expand possibilities for audio creation and marketing. With such rapid growth in opportunity, how can you position your books in an increasingly voice-first world? I've been podcasting for over a decade as well as narrating and producing my own audiobooks since 2014. I'm an avid consumer of audio content and I'm also experimenting with AI voice technologies. In this book, I'll share everything I know so you can position your books and your author brand for the next shift in reader behavior. You will discover: - Introduction - Why audio and why now? - The audio first ecosystem - The audio mindset PART 1: Audiobooks - Types of audiobooks - Writing, adapting and editing your work for audio - Intellectual property considerations for audiobooks - Your options for audiobook publishing and licensing - How to find and work with a professional narrator - Reasons to narrate your own audiobook - Audiobook narration tips - Recording studio options - Audiobook recording, editing, and production - How to self-publish an audiobook - How long does an audiobook take to produce? - How do audiobook readers discover audiobooks? - How to market audiobooks - The money side of audiobooks PART 2: Podcasting - Why podcasting is important for authors - The difference between audiobooks and podcasting - Types of podcasts - How to research and pitch podcasters - How to be a great podcast guest - Should you start your own podcast? - Podcast prerequisites - Intellectual property considerations for podcasting - Podcasting equipment and software - Podcast structure - How to be a great podcast host - Podcast distribution - Show notes and transcripts - Collaboration and freelancers - Podcast workflow and tools - How to launch a podcast - How to market a podcast - Repurpose your content - The money side of podcasting PART 3: Voice Technologies - Overview of voice technologies - Speech to text: dictation - Text to speech - Voice assistants, smart speakers and devices - Artificial Intelligence (AI) and the future of voice


Entrepreneur to Author

Entrepreneur to Author

Author: Scott A. MacMillan

Publisher: Grammar Factory Publishing

Published: 2020-10-06

Total Pages: 384

ISBN-13: 1989737013

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Small business owners are struggling to stand out in authority-driven fields. They’re losing deals to the competition, getting ignored by the media, and missing out on partnerships that could change the trajectory of their business. Increasingly, entrepreneurs realize that authorship can help by building authority, generating quality leads, and providing IP that lets them efficiently scale their business. But most aren’t confident in their ability to become an author…until now. In Entrepreneur to Author, you’ll learn: The secret to a book strategy that’s in lock-step with your business strategy How to efficiently plan, write, test, and refine a high-quality manuscript so you can tend to your business, family, and personal priorities The ins and outs of getting your book published, including publishing models, costs, book formats, and distribution channels The foundational strategy for building authority and the three monetization strategies you can use to grow your business with your book Using analytical, business-minded concepts, you’ll gain confidence in your ability to become an outstanding first-time author, and in your book’s ability to build your authority and grow your business in a way that scales up without burning you out. If you're an ambitious entrepreneur, business leader, or subject-matter expert whose business success depends on your personal authority and professional credibility, then Entrepreneur to Author is your strategy guide to building authority and growing your business through writing and publishing.


Mastering Audiobook Creation: A Comprehensive Guide to Production, Narration, and Publishing

Mastering Audiobook Creation: A Comprehensive Guide to Production, Narration, and Publishing

Author: Saurav Dash

Publisher: Blaze Goldburst

Published:

Total Pages: 41

ISBN-13:

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Step into the world of audiobooks with “Mastering Audiobook Creation: A Comprehensive Guide to Production, Narration, and Publishing - Unlock the Potential of Your Story with Professional Audiobook Production Techniques, Effective Narration Strategies, and Successful Publishing Methods.” This all-encompassing guide, brought to you by Blaze Goldburst, is your key to unlocking the potential of your story through the power of audio. Dive deep into the process of creating an audiobook from start to finish. Learn how to choose the right book for adaptation, understand your target audience, and prepare your script for narration. Discover the art of audiobook production, from setting up your home studio to mastering the latest audio editing techniques. Explore the nuances of audiobook narration, including voice acting techniques, character differentiation, and the delicate balance between narration and dialogue. Navigate the process of finding the right narrator for your story, and understand the importance of their role in bringing your book to life. Uncover the secrets of successful audiobook publishing, with a detailed overview of major audiobook platforms and step-by-step guides on how to publish your audiobook. Learn how to market your audiobook effectively, leveraging social media and collaborating with your narrator for maximum impact. With additional chapters on monetizing your audiobook, case studies of successful audiobook producers, and an exclusive look at Blaze Goldburst’s own audiobook production services, this guide is a must-have for any author or producer looking to make their mark in the audiobook industry. Whether you’re a seasoned author, looking to expand your reach, a budding narrator wanting to hone your skills, or a producer aiming to stay ahead of the curve, “Mastering Audiobook Creation” is your comprehensive guide to succeeding in the exciting world of audiobooks. Start your journey with Blaze Goldburst today!


Friction Is Fiction: the Future of Content, Media and Business (Black and White Edition)

Friction Is Fiction: the Future of Content, Media and Business (Black and White Edition)

Author: Gerd Leonhard

Publisher: Lulu.com

Published: 2010-05-06

Total Pages: 174

ISBN-13: 0557224543

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Futurist and Thought-Leader Gerd Leonhard (www.mediafuturist.com) shares his thoughts on the Future of Content, Media and Business. 'Friction is Fiction' presents a constantly updated compilation of Gerd's best essays, writings and most popular blog posts. The central meme is that the Internet has completely disrupted the traditional notion of generating higher income by simply taking advantage of possible friction points and hurdles within transactions or business processes, i.e. by controlling the 'people formerly known as consumers'. The Future is all about winning the trust, and turning attention into revenues.This is the low-cost, black & white version of the book - if you want the full-color version please go to http://gerd.fm/cmrfB1


J.K. Rowling: A Bibliography 1997-2013

J.K. Rowling: A Bibliography 1997-2013

Author: Philip W. Errington

Publisher: Bloomsbury Publishing

Published: 2015-02-26

Total Pages: 753

ISBN-13: 1849669775

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'As someone who respects comprehensive research, I am in awe of the level of detail and amount of time Philip Errington has dedicated to this slavishly thorough and somewhat mind-boggling bibliography.' J. K. Rowling This is the definitive bibliography of the writings of J. K. Rowling. In addition to complete bibliographic details of each edition of all her books, pamphlets and original contributions to published works, there is detailed information on the publishing history of her work, including fascinating extracts from correspondence, and information on Rowling at auction. This will be the first source on Rowling consulted by textual scholars, book dealers and collectors, auction houses, critics and researchers. The aim of the book is to record fact and dispel rumour on the fascinating publishing history of the Harry Potter series.


A Textbook of Cultural Economics

A Textbook of Cultural Economics

Author: Ruth Towse

Publisher: Cambridge University Press

Published: 2010-01-07

Total Pages: 627

ISBN-13: 1139485563

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What determines the price of a pop concert or an opera? Why does Hollywood dominate the film industry? Does illegal downloading damage the record industry? Does free entry to museums bring in more visitors? In A Textbook of Cultural Economics, one of the world's leading cultural economists shows how we can use the theories and methods of economics to answer these and a host of other questions concerning the arts (performing arts, visual arts and literature), heritage (museums and built heritage) and creative industries (the music, publishing and film industries, broadcasting). Using international examples and covering the most up-to-date research, the book does not assume a prior knowledge of economics. It is ideally suited for students taking a course on the economics of the arts as part of an arts administration, business, management, or economics degree.