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The Many Benefits of Electronic Book Readers and eBooks

admin@audioforbooks.com (Pete Markovic) — Mon, 17 Sep 2012 10:13:34 +0000

Are eBooks replacing printed books? The answer, it seems, is yes. Today, most book lovers prefer books in the electronic format over the printed version.

Spotlight on Audiobook Narrator Victoria Scott

admin@audioforbooks.com (Pete Markovic) — Sun, 23 Sep 2012 07:13:31 +0000

To bring pleasure into as many people’s lives as possible by sharing the magical words of authors by using the gift I’ve been given of this voice.

All You Need to Know about the Kobo Touch eReader

admin@audioforbooks.com (Pete Markovic) — Sat, 29 Sep 2012 22:42:22 +0000

Whether you are a serious book lover or someone who reads to pass time while traveling, Kobo Touch eReader is a useful companion to carry along

Audiobook Narrator Spotlight on Kymberly Dakin

admin@audioforbooks.com (Pete Markovic) — Mon, 08 Oct 2012 05:35:06 +0000

Kymberly Dakin, our spotlight narrator for this week, was initially a stage actress, appearing in both on and off Broadway productions as well as regional productions in New England.

Audiobook Narrator Spotlight on Michael Lane

admin@audioforbooks.com (Pete Markovic) — Sun, 14 Oct 2012 07:08:07 +0000

The first demo I put was from my son's 21st birthday present. I made an audiobook out of “Goodnight, Moon”, as that was a favorite childhood book of his.

Audiobook Narrator Spotlight on Melanie Haynes

admin@audioforbooks.com (Pete Markovic) — Tue, 13 Nov 2012 09:19:33 +0000

I've always been a performer.It started with dancing, music, acting and just evolved into voice over work. The first narration I did was live. My high school drama teacher had me narrate a live program over the mic.

Audiobook Best Sellers | A Cast-Off Coven by Juliet Blackwell, Dead Earth by Mark Justice and More!

admin@audioforbooks.com (Pete Markovic) — Fri, 23 Nov 2012 09:09:21 +0000

Audiobook readers don’t make journeys shorter, but they certainly make them more pleasurable. Flying and commuting to and fro from airports can be interesting if you do it once or twice a year, not when you do it 5 to 7 times every month. If you travel a lot and have somehow remained a stranger [...]

New Audio Book Releases November 2012 Retirement Plan by Martha Miller and More!

admin@audioforbooks.com (Pete Markovic) — Wed, 28 Nov 2012 04:41:25 +0000

Want to buy new audio books, but are not sure which new releases will suit your taste? Here’s a brief review of the top 5 new audio books to help you choose the most appropriate new additions for your collection. 1. Jacked Up: Fast Track Series, Book 6 By: Erin McCarthy Publisher: Tantor Audio Narrated [...]

Audiobook Narrator Spotlight on Ruth Oakes

admin@audioforbooks.com (Pete Markovic) — Tue, 11 Dec 2012 00:54:33 +0000

I was initially inspired by being such a voracious reader from the day I learned how letters become words become stories. The magic of entering another world then became something I was excited to share with my four children and then my grandchildren. So becoming a narrator was a natural evolution.

Audiobook Narrator Spotlight on Christine Padovan

admin@audioforbooks.com (Pete Markovic) — Mon, 04 Feb 2013 10:54:21 +0000

What inspired you get into narration? Well, that's an interesting question. I'd been working as a voice talent since 2007 -doing some regional radio and theatre commercials; internet series announcer and some voice dubbing. I moved to California and was taking a voiceover marketing class with Tori Hartman in Los Angeles.

E-Books and Printed Books Compared

admin@audioforbooks.com (Pete Markovic) — Tue, 05 Feb 2013 08:03:44 +0000

In this digital age, will e-books replace traditional printed books, will the benefits of e-readers such as the Kindle, Kobo and others win over hardcore traditional book fans?

Audiobook Narrator Spotlight on Kevin Readdean

admin@audioforbooks.com (Pete Markovic) — Wed, 03 Apr 2013 00:43:26 +0000

In addition to long-form e-learning projects that were both textbook and classroom based, I have narrated one fiction and two non-fiction audiobook titles. My first was a really entertaining financial book for new college graduates (Financial Mistakes of New College Grads by Joe Templin).

Audiobook Narrator Spotlight on Brian Holsopple

admin@audioforbooks.com (Pete Markovic) — Sun, 05 May 2013 11:30:58 +0000

I love theater and performing. I was in radio for a number of years, so the two gave me a love of telling a story. And always, always, always - the story is the thing!

Audio Best Sellers | The Great Gatsby by F. Scott Fitzgerald and More

admin@audioforbooks.com (Pete Markovic) — Tue, 07 May 2013 09:15:37 +0000

A classic American novel by F. Scott Fitzgerald, this is a new audio addition and has been authorized by the Fitzgerald estate.

Audiobook Narrator Spotlight on Darla Middlebrook

admin@audioforbooks.com (Pete Markovic) — Thu, 16 May 2013 04:16:26 +0000

I listened to audiobooks while doing so. “I could do that” I said to myself. So, when I retired in 2009 (after 30 years as an SLP) I took the plunge (and several classes).