When I decided to indulge my passions by way of my YouTube channel last year, I never dreamed that I would narrate my own stories. The idea seemed daunting, almost impossible. Yet, here I am, sharing my journey into author-narrated audiobooks in honor of June is Audiobook Appreciation Month.

Narrating my own stories has been a learning curve. The initial challenge was getting comfortable with my voice. Listening to oneself can be a strange experience, and it took time to adjust. I also had to master the technical aspects of recording, from choosing the right microphone to learning editing software. Creating a quiet recording environment was another hurdle. Even the slightest background noise can disrupt the flow of a story.

Despite these challenges, narrating my own work has been incredibly rewarding. There’s a unique connection that forms when an author reads their own words aloud. It allows for a deeper expression of character emotions and story nuances.

There’s a sense of accomplishment in overcoming the initial fears and technical challenges. Bringing my stories to life in a new medium has added a fresh dimension to my creative process. Overall, the feedback from listeners has been overwhelmingly positive.

 

Here are a few encouraging remarks from my listeners:

  • “The narration was thoroughly enjoyable, thanks..”
  • “I have read this story before, and I like your charming narration of it.”
  • “Thank you so much! Your narration is wonderful.”
  • “I like your voice. I’m enjoying your narration.”
  • “Thank you so much, you have an amazing voice…”

 

That is not to say, detractors do not exist. But that’s a story for another time.

I’m thrilled to share my most popular author read audiobook, Wait for Love: The Expanded Edition, is currently approaching 5k views. How incredibly wonderful is that! The support and encouragement from my audience have been invaluable, motivating me to continue exploring this new facet of storytelling.

Check it out below and let’s keep the number of views growing. Happy listening!

 

As we celebrate June is Audiobook Appreciation Month, I invite you to join me on this journey. Discover the stories, hear the characters come alive, and experience the magic of author-narrated audiobooks. Thank you for being part of this adventure.