In this episode Matt & Lauren debate the value and staying power of audiobooks, especially for indie authors. We take a look at market trends for audiobooks worldwide, different ways for authors and creators to produce and distribute their own audiobooks, and the pros and cons of creating audiobook versions of your books.
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Dive Deeper
💡 Data on Audiobooks
- Audio Publishers Association | Research Surveys Press Release
- Statista.com | Statista Market Forecast
- Overdrive | Audiobook Stats That Speak Volumes
💡 Audiobook Distribution Platforms
💡 Audiobook Tools & News
- [Announced After Recording]: Audible Expands Catalog with AI Narration and Translation for Publishers
- Dave Chesson | Audiobook Narrators
- Brandon Sanderson | Regarding Audible
- Eleven Labs | AI Toolkit for Publishers
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- Ep #35 | Designing the Right Go-to-Market Strategy for Your Book
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