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Discussion and review of Audiobooks.com, a subscription based audiobook service from RBmedia, the largest producer of audiobooks. Audiobooks.com Related Episodes on Audiobook Services: 8: Intro to Audiobooks (Audible) 21: Free Audiobooks From Your Local Library (Overdrive, Libby, and Hoopla) 31: Scribd ('Unlimited' audiobook borrowing) 41: Kobo & Walmart Audiobooks 47: Boston Public Library (inclu...

An audio review of Erin Morgenstern's latest lyrical fantasy novel The Starless Sea, narrated by Dominic Hoffman. Published by Penguin Random House Audio. The Starless Sea [ Libro.fm ] / [ Overdrive ] / [ Audiobooks.com ] / [ Audible ]   Thank you to the Libro.fm ALC Program and Penguin Random House Audio for providing a review copy of The Starless Sea. Other referenced works: The Night Circus [ E...

Audiobooks make excellent gifts for holidays, birthdays, and other occasions. Digital gift giving can be scheduled in advance or as a last minute option for family and friends. Our guide to gifting Audiobooks provides an overview of some of the most popular ways to give audiobooks as gifts. Full guide available at: Gifting Audiobooks

Our audiobook club listens to and discusses a children's classic: The Phantom Tollbooth, written by Norton Juster, and narrated by Rainn Wilson.  The Phantom Tollbooth [ Audible ] / [ Libro.fm ] / [ Overdrive ] *Alternate Narrations: Norman Dietz  [ Overdrive ] //David Hyde Pierce (CD): [ Amazon ] *

An audio review of Entanglement: Quantum + Otherwise, written by John K Danenbarger, and narrated by David De Vries. Published by StormBlock Publishing. Entanglement: Quantum + Otherwise [ Audiobooks.com ] / [ Audible ] / [ Libro.fm ] *Thank you to MindBuck Media for providing a review copy of Entanglement: Quantum + Otherwise.*

Mur Lafferty joined me to discuss her experiences as an editor, author, and narrator of audiobooks and audio fiction. Our discussions include Podcastle and Escape Artists, her self-narration of Six Wakes, and writing for the Star War Wars Universe. *Mur Lafferty is a co-editor of Escape Pod, a finalist for the 2018 Best Semiprozine Hugo Award. As an author, she is a winner of the Astounding Award...

In celebration of episode 50 of Narrated, Mark Siegal joins me to check in on our audiobook listening habits, catch up on recent audiobook news, provide updates to previous episodes, and to look ahead to a few upcoming audiobook releases that we're excited for.   Audiobook News: Publisher limitations for library audiobooks Audible Captions lawsuit In-App Purchasing (with credits)   Updates: Audiob...

Discussion and review of Libro.fm, an audiobook service that allows you to buy digital audiobooks  your local bookstore. I am joined by Shachi Bhatt. Libro.fm [Refferal Link]   Related Episodes on Audiobook Services: 8: Intro to Audiobooks (Audible) 21: Free Audiobooks From Your Local Library (Overdrive, Libby, and Hoopla) 31: Scribd ('Unlimited' audiobook borrowing) 41: Kobo & Walmart Audiobooks...

In ***How To: Absurd Scientific Advice for Common Real-World Problems***, narrated by Wil Wheaton, xkcd creator Randall Munroe explores increasingly absurd approaches to routine tasks. ***How To*** is an enjoyable and educational listen, though the audiobook edition falls short of the high bar set by predecessor ***What If?: Serious Scientific Answers to Absurd Hypothetical Questions*** How To [Au...

I am joined by Melissa Andrews, the Collection Development Manager at the Boston Public Library (BPL) to discuss the wide range of audiobook services offered by the library. We also explore  the behind the scenes on how libraries provide audiobooks and other digital services to their patrons including impacts from a shifting publishing landscape.   **Boston Public Library Audiobook Resources:** BP...

A review of two very different recent Stars Wars audiobooks. Thrawn: Treason, written by Timothy Zahn and narrated by Marc Thompson, is the third in the new canon series featuring the Chiss Grand Admiral. Star Wars Myths and Fables, written by George Mann and narrated by James Monroe Iglehart, is a short story collection of mostly stand alone stories that works well for younger (though not too you...

Wayfarers, a science fiction series written by Becky Chambers and narrated by Rachel Dulude; explores a diverse multi-species universe where Humanity is a minor player. The series stands out for its world building depth and diversity; while Rachel Delude's nuanced narration expertly brings a multi-species cast of characters to life. Guest: Mark Siegal and the majority of our discussion is spoiler...

Audiobook producer Nick Martorelli   joins me to discuss Star Wars audiobook production including  the recently released full cast Dooku: Jedi Lost , and the narrators and soundscapes that help bring the Star Wars novels to life. We also discuss upcoming Star Wars releases including Thrawn: Treason and Galaxy's Edge novels. *Nick Martorelli spent a decade as a professional actor before switching t...

With summer upon us, we are taking a virtual road trip with another Audiobook draft. Panelists Shachi Bhatt, Gilbert Tang, and Mark Siegal join me to discuss what makes a good road trip audiobook and to share our favorite audiobooks for listening with friends, family, or solo on road trips and long car rides. **Round 1:** Shachi: I Must Say: My Life as a Humble Comedy Legend written and narrated b...

My Life as a Goddess: A Memoir through (Un)Popular Culture, written and narrated by Guy Branum follows the comedian'e early life and career, while also providing listeners with his insightful perspective and insight on history, popular culture, and other topics. Guest: Shachi Bhatt My Life as a Goddess Start your Free Trial with Audible today **Contact the Show: ** Twitter: _narrated // Website: N...

Discussion and review of Rakuten Kobo and its partnership with Walmart Audiobooks with guest: Mark Siegal Kobo Walmart Audiobooks ** Related Narrated Episodes on Audiobook Services: ** 8: Intro to Audiobooks * (Audible) * 21: Free Audiobooks From Your Local Library * (Overdrive, Libby, and Hoopla) * 31: Scribd * ('Unlimited' audiobook borrowing) * * **What are we listening to?** * Tiamat's Wrath (...

This time we discuss the lives and careers of two iconic comedians based on their audiobooks: Robin , the biography of Robin Williams, written by Dave Itzkoff and narrated by Fred Berman; and Born Standing Up , a memoir written and narrated by Steve Martin about his time as a standup comedian. Guest: Gilbert Tang. Robin Born Standing Up The Great American Laugh Off 1977 (Robin Williams) Steve Mart...

Triggers: Creating Behavior That Lasts - Becoming the Person You Want to Be, written and narrated by Marshall Goldsmith explores approaches to the challanges of adult behavioral change. Guest Mark Siegal joins me to discuss the audiobook (and whispersyncd Ebook) and some of its techniques. Triggers: Audiobook // Ebook (with whispersync) Cortex #66 The Life-Changing Magic of Tidying Up [Revisit] [E...

Dooku: Jedi Lost (Star Wars) , written by Cavan Scott, and narrated by a full cast is an audio only Star Wars novel that explores Count Dooku's past from his beginnings as youngling through his departure from the Jedi order. Published by Penguin Random House Audio. Narrated by a full cast: Orlagh Cassidy as Asajj Ventress Euan Morton as Dooku Pete Bradbury as Gretz Droom Jonathan Davis as Qui-Gon...

  The Good Neighbor: The Life and Work of Fred Rogers, written by Maxwell King, is a compelling biography of the beloved host of Mister Rogers' Neighborhood and earlier programs. LeVar Burton's Audie nominated narration provides the perfect pairing for this excellent audiobook. The Good Neighbor: The Life and Work of Fred Rogers Mr. Rogers Neighborhood Reading Rainbow The Children's Corner Fred Ro...

Anneliese Rennie joins me to discuss her experiences as an audiobook narrator and producer including how she got started and how she prepares to narrate a new audiobook. Future's Orphans The Widow's Maestro Analyze People Indie Audiobook (ACX and Others) Narrators and Producers [Facebook Group] Why you don't like the sound of your own voice   [TED] Audiobook Reads [Discord] Radioactive Evolution T...

We are back for another Audiobook draft. This time we are selecting audiobooks that we recommend for new audiobook listeners. Panelists include Linus Edwards, Shachi Bhatt, and Mark Siegal.   **Round 1:** Linus: Born Standing Up Shachi: Matilda // [Episode 5] Mark: The Night Circus // [Episode 1] Scott: The Graveyard Book   **Round 2:** Linus: Although of Course You End Up Becoming Yourself Shachi...

Dan Moren joins me to discuss his latest novel The Bayern Agenda , audiobooks, and to play a quick game of movie mashups. The Bayern Agenda is available in print, ebook, and audiobook formats on March 5th. Audiobook edition narrated by Victor Bevine and published by Audible Studios. The Bayern Agenda The Caledonian Gambit Signing/Reading/Q&A at Porter Square Books on March 5 at 7pm **Dan Moren:**...

Mr. Penumbra's 24-Hour Bookstore, written by Robin Sloan, and narrated by Ari Fliakos, is an enjoyable mystery novel set in San Francisco during the late 2000s that brings new and old technology to explore the secrets of a unique bookstore and its patrons. Published by Macmillan Audio. Mr. Penumbra's 24-Hour Bookstore Ajax Penumbra 1969 **Audie Awards Discussion:** 2019 Audie Awards Finalists The...

Finish: Give Yourself the Gift of Done, written and narrated by Jon Acuff, provides techniques for overcoming common pitfalls that keep us from achieving our goals. Guest Mark Siegal joins me to discuss the audiobook, its techniques, and how he has begun to apply them.   Finish: Give Yourself the Gift of Done   Start: Punch Fear in the Face, Escape Average, and Do Work That Matters   Do Over: Resc...