What program should I use to record an audiobook?

Audiobook recording software For PC, the most popular free audio editing software by far is Audacity. On a Mac, consider either Audacity for Mac or Garage Band, which ships free with Mac computers.

Can I make my own audiobook?

Audiobooks can be created in two ways. You can record your own audiobook or you can pay a professional to do. ACX has different ways to pay a professional such as a royalty share or a one-time fee.

How do I record and edit an audiobook?

19 Audiobook Editing Tips

1. #1 Use the recommended tools.
2. #2 Choose a good microphone.
3. #3 Always use headphones.
4. #4 Choose a good digital audio workstation (DAW)
5. #5 Use room tone to get rid of gaps created by editing.
6. #6 Add a few seconds of room tone at the beginning and end of each chapter.
7. #7 Mark your audio files.

How do I start recording audio books?

How can you get started?

1. Gather equipment (see below)
2. Create a free narrator profile on ACX.
3. Set up a quiet space in your home to record (closets work great)
4. Create 1 to 3 audio samples to upload to your ACX profile.
5. Start auditioning for available books on ACX and continue doing so until you land your first offer.

What app can i use to record myself reading a book?

It’s called Record Box. You can use the app to create an audio book for struggling readers. It’s super easy. It allows you to record yourself (or a student) reading aloud a book (or chapters of a book).

What app can i use to record myself reading?

A sweet and fun rhyming story for young children. You can record your voice within the app, reading the entire story or just selected pages. Your child can then play the story and hear your voice – perfect for a busy parents or grandparents who sometimes miss bedtime story time.

How much do audiobook narrators get paid?

Veteran or experienced narrators can expect to earn $168.25 per hour or $1,346 for a finished audio book of eight hours. Conversely, non-union narrators with experience may earn between $90 and $250 per finished hour. However, it is more typical for the ceiling to be $150 per hour for a non-union narrator.

Can you make money recording audiobooks?

SUMMARY: Most freelance audiobook work is paid in royalties. If you record an audiobook with ACX, you’ll often either set a flat rate or split royalties with the rights holder. There are pluses and minuses to royalty deals; figure out what will work for you.