Professional audiobook voiceover services

Transform your manuscript into an immersive listening experience and connect with a global audience of audiobook fans.

We provide professional voiceover and end-to-end production services for self-publishing authors who are ready to expand their reach. Whether you’re launching your first ebook or have a back catalogue of paperbacks, we help you transform your written words into a polished, compelling, and market-ready audiobook. Our expertise lies in managing the entire creative and technical process, allowing you to connect with listeners on a deeper level and build your author brand.

What is audiobook voiceover?

Audiobook voiceover is the art of turning a written manuscript into a high-quality, spoken-word recording. It’s more than just reading aloud; it’s a performance. A professional narrator breathes life into your story, developing distinct character voices, mastering the narrative pace, and conveying the precise emotion you intended for your reader, now your listener.

The process involves a skilled voice artist recording your script in a broadcast-quality studio. This is followed by a meticulous post-production phase where the audio is edited, mixed, and mastered. The final sound is optimised to meet the strict technical standards of digital distribution platforms like Audible, Apple Books, and Google Play, ensuring a seamless and engaging experience for your audience.

Types of audiobook voiceover projects

Fiction narration

We bring your characters and worlds to life with immersive narration. Whether it’s a fast-paced thriller, an epic fantasy, or a heartfelt romance, our voice talent captures the tone and emotion of your story, keeping listeners captivated from the first chapter to the last.

Non-fiction and self-help narration

For non-fiction, clarity and authority are key. We provide narrators with a trustworthy and engaging voice style, perfect for delivering business insights, educational content, or motivational guidance. The outcome is a professional audiobook that informs your audience and establishes your expertise.

Children’s books narration

Our voice artists create a fun, warm, and energetic listening experience for younger audiences. Using playful tones and distinct character voices, we produce audiobooks that spark a child’s imagination and make storytime a magical event for the whole family.

Memoirs and biographies

A life story requires a narrator who can connect with the material on a personal and authentic level. We select voices that honour the subject’s journey with sensitivity and respect, creating a compelling and emotionally resonant audio experience for the listener.

Multilingual audiobook production

Reach a global market by localising your book into multiple languages. Our international voiceover agency works exclusively with native-speaking narrators who not only translate your words but also adapt your story’s cultural nuances, ensuring it connects authentically with new audiences worldwide.

Why professional voiceovers matter

Expanding your audience and reach

The audiobook market is one of the fastest-growing segments in publishing. By not offering an audio version of your book, you are missing out on a huge audience of listeners who consume content while commuting, exercising, or relaxing. A professional audiobook production makes your work accessible to this market, creating a new revenue stream and significantly increasing your book’s visibility.

Building credibility and your author brand

For a self-publishing author, your brand is everything. A poorly recorded audiobook with background noise, inconsistent volume, or a monotone narrator can damage your reputation and lead to negative reviews. Investing in a professional voiceover company ensures your audiobook has a polished, high-quality sound that reflects the quality of your writing, reinforcing your credibility and building trust with your audience.

Creating an immersive listener experience

A skilled narrator does more than just read; they perform. They understand pacing, emotional inflection, and character development, transforming your manuscript into an engaging and immersive experience. This level of quality captivates listeners, encourages them to finish the book, and makes them more likely to leave positive reviews and seek out your other work.

Maximising your return on investment

While DIY production might seem cheaper initially, a professional audiobook is a long-term asset that generates passive income for years. High-quality productions sell better, attract more listeners, and are more likely to be featured on distribution platforms. Our seamless process saves you the time and stress of managing the recording and technical editing, allowing you to focus on writing your next book.

Our audiobook voiceover process

1. Brief submission – You share your final manuscript along with any character notes, pronunciation guides, and your vision for the narration.
2. Voice talent selection – We provide a curated selection of professional narrator demos that match your book’s genre and tone for you to review and approve.
3. Script review & direction – We collaborate with you and the chosen voice artist to confirm creative direction and ensure the accurate pronunciation of any unique names or terms.
4. Recording & production – Your narrator records the full script in a professional studio. Our sound editors then meticulously edit, mix, and master the audio to meet all platform specifications.
5. Revisions & delivery – We deliver the completed audiobook for your final approval. After any necessary revisions are made, we provide you with the platform-ready files, prepared for upload.

Voice talent expertise

Our narrators are more than just voices; they are experienced storytellers. They bring a unique combination of skills to every project:

• Genre-Specific Expertise: Possessing the skill needed to deliver an authentic performance, whether narrating a complex science-fiction novel or a clear, authoritative business guide.
• Meticulous Research: Conducting detailed research to ensure accurate pronunciation of technical terms, fictional names, or regional dialects.
• Vocal & Emotional Intelligence: Connecting with your script to deliver a performance that truly resonates with your listeners.

Voice styles, languages & accents

Whether your story needs a warm, trustworthy narrator or a full cast of characters, we find the perfect voice to bring your book to life. Our global network allows us to provide authentic narration for any project.

• Voice styles – Engaging, authoritative, warm, conversational, dramatic, and character-driven narration to perfectly match your book’s tone.
• Languages – We offer multilingual audiobook production in over 100 languages, using only native-speaking voice talent to ensure cultural and linguistic accuracy.
• Accents & dialects – We can cast narrators with specific regional or national accents to bring an unparalleled layer of authenticity to your characters and setting.

Genres and author types we serve

We partner with self-publishing authors across a diverse range of genres and specialities to create exceptional audiobooks.

• Fiction authors – Creating immersive narrative experiences for novels, novellas, and short story collections in every genre.
• Non-fiction & business authors – Delivering clear, authoritative narration for guides, thought leadership, and educational content.
• Memoirists and biographers – Providing an authentic and sensitive voice to capture the essence of a life story.
• Children’s book authors – Producing fun, engaging, and characterful audio that sparks the imagination of young listeners.
• Academic and specialised authors – Handling complex terminology with precision for scholarly and technical publications.

Get started

Ready to transform your manuscript into a captivating audiobook? Contact our team today to discuss your project and get a tailored quote.

Frequently asked questions

How much does it cost to produce an audiobook?

The cost of an audiobook is typically calculated on a ‘per finished hour’ (PFH) basis. This rate varies depending on the length of your book, the experience of the narrator, and the complexity of the project. We provide a transparent, custom quote for every project with no hidden fees.

How long does the audiobook production process take?

The timeline depends on the length of your book. As a general guide, a standard-length novel of around 80,000 words (which equates to about 8-9 finished hours of audio) typically takes 4-6 weeks from narrator selection to final delivery.

Can I choose my own narrator?

Absolutely. We believe the author’s input is crucial. Our process involves sending you a curated shortlist of professional voice talent whose style and experience match your genre. You can listen to their demos and select the voice you feel best represents your story.

What do you need from me to get started?

To begin, we need your final, fully edited manuscript (preferably in .doc or .pdf format). It’s also helpful to provide a pronunciation guide for any unique names, places, or technical terms, as well as any notes you have on character voices or the overall tone.

Will my audiobook meet the technical requirements for platforms like ACX and Audible?

Yes. Our post-production team are experts in the specific technical requirements for all major audiobook distributors. Every file we deliver has been professionally edited, mixed, and mastered to meet these standards, ensuring a smooth upload process for you.

Do you offer multilingual audiobook production?

Yes, we are an international voiceover agency specialising in localisation. If you want to reach a global audience, we can manage the entire process of translating your script and producing your audiobook with a professional, native-speaking narrator in over 100 languages.