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We've been contacted by a company asking about producing audio version of our books. After the initial "Who, us? What? Really?", I realized I don't know much about audiobooks, and what I do know is about ACX.
Confession time: I really don't like being read to. I've tried audiobooks several times, and the format makes my teeth itch. So we hadn't gone ahead with audiobook development because trying to figure out how to develop audiobooks that the public loves without personally liking the format seems as tricky as learning to homebrew great beer... if you hate the taste of hops. This could be an excellent way to get the books produced by someone who loves the format and knows what readers/listeners want, or a great way to get fleeced.
Has anyone here worked with audio companies to produce audiobooks? Other than running the contract past an IP lawyer, what do you recommend I focus on, learn about, and do you have any resources you could point me toward? It'd be most gratefully appreciated!
Confession time: I really don't like being read to. I've tried audiobooks several times, and the format makes my teeth itch. So we hadn't gone ahead with audiobook development because trying to figure out how to develop audiobooks that the public loves without personally liking the format seems as tricky as learning to homebrew great beer... if you hate the taste of hops. This could be an excellent way to get the books produced by someone who loves the format and knows what readers/listeners want, or a great way to get fleeced.
Has anyone here worked with audio companies to produce audiobooks? Other than running the contract past an IP lawyer, what do you recommend I focus on, learn about, and do you have any resources you could point me toward? It'd be most gratefully appreciated!