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Kermit “Indieviewer” Jones, Jr.
5.0 out of 5 stars Excellent resource for beginners! You will refer back to it several times as you learn the depths of what Hanley teaches.
Reviewed in the United States on June 30, 2016
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I wasn't exactly sure what to expect with this book. I only know I wanted more information a I learned how to narrate audiobooks for ACX. I read it over the course of three days and I found myself continually making notes to myself, bookmarking parts, searching the internet for various tools mentioned within, etc. Hanley writes in a very matter-of-fact manner that I resonated with.

I have already implemented several suggestions and as I was skimming today (which prompted me to leave this review!), I stumbled across a tidbit I had forgotten about.

What this book is NOT: it isn't the end-all, be-all of audio recording
What this book IS: it is definitely a useful tool that will help you get started in narrating audiobooks!
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George Sirois
5.0 out of 5 stars Everything I needed to record, edit, and master my first audiobook
Reviewed in the United States on September 4, 2016
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I honestly don't know what stage my own audiobook would be in if I didn't come across Kirk's guide. By the time I found this, I had already taken on the daunting task of recording the book from start to finish, but I was dreading the next step of actually listening to my own voice. (I've been told it's nice, but I'm still not a fan of listening to it.) Kirk's tips got me over my issues and motivated me to get the editing and mastering taken care of, and now it's out there on Audible. And the quality was strong enough that it's getting me more attention from other authors. Thanks so much, Kirk!
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A Walden
4.0 out of 5 stars Great information.......
Reviewed in the United States on July 11, 2019
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I'm new to this industry with some training and little experience, and while I'm not going to write my book just yet, this book has been a wealth of information. It has simplified the process required to be successful. I'm excited to continue.

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JamesOtis
5.0 out of 5 stars If you're recording your first audiobook you need this!
Reviewed in the United States on March 7, 2018
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This book really delivers. It is concise, highly informative and exactly what every first-time audio book narrator needs. I am so pleased with the explicit instructions for submitting an acceptable audio file to ACX, and the fantastic insights on using Audacity. Kirk Hanley is a great writer and narrator. I have devoured both the book and the audiobook.
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Dale E East
5.0 out of 5 stars I picked up a lot of great ideas and some new tricks I hadn't heard before
Reviewed in the United States on July 9, 2016
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I bought the audiobook first and then picked up the Kindle version. This book was short and concise but gave me some solid information on recording my own audio book. I picked up a lot of great ideas and some new tricks I hadn't heard before. If you are considering doing this on your own, you'll want to have a copy of this book in front of you.
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Rachel Richards
5.0 out of 5 stars Now I feel ready
Reviewed in the United States on April 27, 2017
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I was so overwhelmed with the process of recording my audiobook, I barely knew how to begin. This book spells out everything you need to know (and thankfully leaves out everything you don't) clearly, concisely, and with a good deal of humor that alleviated my stress and got me excited about recording. Thank you, Kirk Hanley!
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Charles D. Dantzler
5.0 out of 5 stars Informative and easy to read and understand
Reviewed in the United States on September 6, 2018
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This book gave me exactly what was needed and more. Even the technical information was simplified and easy to understand, coupled with his personal experience made this a good buy.
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Greg Cook
5.0 out of 5 stars Novice Audiobook Recorders Start Here
Reviewed in the United States on April 22, 2015
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Clear, funny, and with just enough detail for the non-technical. Hanley's book is the perfect introduction to anyone stepping into the unfamiliar waters of audiobook recording.
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Alex
5.0 out of 5 stars If you're a new audiobook reader this is exactly what you need
Reviewed in the United Kingdom on May 17, 2017
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The author gives a perfect, no-fluff guide to how to create audiobooks that are acceptable to ACX and your reader. It walks you through recording, editing & mastering tracks so that you can earn an income from reading books. I'm really grateful that I found this at the time I needed it.
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