Secrets to Making Audiobook Character Voices Stand Out | with Narrator of the Year

In this video, I’ll show you how to create different audiobook characters that sound distinct, engaging, and believable. Using examples from one of my recent performances, The Horrible Bag Trilogy by Rob Renzetti, we’ll cover techniques for vocal placement, consistency, and performance — so your listeners always know who’s speaking. Whether you’re narrating fantasy, thriller, or romance, these tools will help you bring your story to life.

1:10-2:37 – Do I need to do character voices?
2:37-3:41 – Choices MUST be textually supported.
3:41-5:58 – What to look for in the text.
5:58-7:58 – Playing With or Against Type.
7:58-8:13 – Summary of Pulling from the Text.
8:13-11:27 – Author Questions.
11:27-14:14 – Logistics Phase.
14:14-19:28 – Character Case Studies: The Horrible Bag.
19:58-20:53 – Checking out The Horrible Bag.

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