{"podcast":{"title":"Book Chat W/Author Vivian E. Moore","slug":"book-chat-w-author-vivian-e-moore-437920","podcast_index_feed_id":437920,"rss_url":"http://www.spreaker.com/user/9154993/episodes/feed","website_url":"https://bgtfn7n7gcm.podbean.com","image_url":"https://pbcdn1.podbean.com/imglogo/image-logo/15892259/e8c023c481d071de8827991bed3af7e8.jpg","author":"Author Vivian E. Moore","episode_count":100,"summary":"Pacing Your Creative Race","last_synced_at":"2026-07-26T14:17:26.256558+00:00","page_url":"https://stenobird.com/podcast/book-chat-w-author-vivian-e-moore-437920"},"episode":{"title":"\" I LIKE THE WAY YOU TALK\" Audiobook Narration","slug":"i-like-the-way-you-talk-audiobook-narration","published_at":"2026-01-31T18:20:00+00:00","page_url":"https://stenobird.com/podcast/book-chat-w-author-vivian-e-moore-437920/i-like-the-way-you-talk-audiobook-narration","show_page_url":"https://stenobird.com/podcast/book-chat-w-author-vivian-e-moore-437920","url":"https://bgtfn7n7gcm.podbean.com/e/i-like-the-way-you-talk-audiobook-narration/","audio_url":"https://mcdn.podbean.com/mf/web/4b8k4qfmm9myfnat/i_like_the_way_you_talk.mp3","summary":"Choosing the right narrator is a critical decision that can define the success of an audiobook. This episode explores how to evaluate auditions, manage production costs, and identify vocal talent that brings characters to life.","meta_description":"Learn how to select the perfect audiobook narrator by focusing on vocal inflection, character acting, and technical audio quality.","key_points":["Main idea: Audio narration is a form of acting that requires a narrator to inhabit multiple character personas","Practical takeaway: Use audio auditions to evaluate a narrator's ability to use inflection rather than just judging their initial tone","Failure mode: Avoid narrators with high background noise or technical interference, such as audible computer fans","Main idea: Authors can mitigate high production costs by using ACX or DIY home studio setups","Practical takeaway: Prioritize narrators who can transition smoothly between different character voices to maintain immersion"],"chapters":[{"start_ms":60000,"title":"The Importance of Choice","summary":"An introduction to why audiobooks are a growing market and the necessity of offering multiple formats to readers."},{"start_ms":120000,"title":"Evaluating Production Costs","summary":"A look at the financial considerations of audio production and how to manage expenses through shared resources."},{"start_ms":300000,"title":"The Audition Process","summary":"How to use auditions to find the right fit and why the initial tone of a narrator matters."},{"start_ms":360000,"title":"Vocal Inflection and Characterization","summary":"Why narration is acting and the importance of a narrator's ability to differentiate characters through voice."},{"start_ms":540000,"title":"Technical Audio Quality","summary":"Identifying technical pitfalls like background noise and hardware interference in recordings."},{"start_ms":600000,"title":"Finalizing the Decision","summary":"The importance of thorough research before hiring, as the narrator choice is often permanent."}],"topics":["Audiobook Narration","Self-Publishing","Voice Acting","Audio Production","ACX","Author Tips","Audio Quality","Character Development"],"duration_seconds":897,"processing_state":"processed","actions":[{"name":"request_transcript","method":"POST","url":"https://stenobird.com/v1/public/podcasts/book-chat-w-author-vivian-e-moore-437920/episodes/i-like-the-way-you-talk-audiobook-narration/transcription-requests","description":"Idempotently request low-priority transcript generation for this episode."},{"name":"read_markdown","method":"GET","url":"https://stenobird.com/podcast/book-chat-w-author-vivian-e-moore-437920/i-like-the-way-you-talk-audiobook-narration.md","description":"Read the agent-friendly Markdown representation of this episode resource."}]}}