Producing an Audiobook
What happened to Giveaway Codes?
Our giveaway codes have recently been updated to work on Spotify, and are now known as "Redemption Codes". These updated codes work the same as the previous giveaway codes on Spotify. You can find more information regarding this at our blog post ...
Can I submit an audiobook even if I don't have an ebook version?
Yes! You are able to submit an audiobook, even if you don't have a print/ebook edition yet. The only exception to this is Audible, as they require an ebook/print copy listed on Amazon in order to distribute on Amazon/Audible. If you do not have the ...
Can I submit a public domain title?
Public domain titles are permissible for distribution on Findaway Voices, but existing public domain performances may not be submitted by anyone but the original performer. In short, this means that you cannot submit someone else's public domain ...
Narrator: Important Tips to Remember!
We want to make sure that all of our narrators have a great experience narrating with Findaway Voices! To ensure that experience, please remember these tips: Please, do not start recording the production until ALL PARTIES have signed and ...
Constant Bit Rate (CBR) vs Variable Bit Rate (VBR) Error
Findaway Voices requires all audio files be encoded as Constant Bit Rate and not as Variable Bit Rate. This issue can be resolved by opening the audio files in your digital audio workstation and re-exporting them as CBR file types instead of VBR file ...
Findaway Voices Technical Requirements (Art and Audio Requirements)
Please click here to view the Findaway Voices Technical Requirements, also known as Art and Audio Requirements.
How long does casting take?
Generally speaking, we'll return your custom, hand-picked casting list in about 7 days. This can fluctuate depending on the current volume of submissions, but should not take longer than 2 weeks. You'll be notified via email when it is ready for your ...
What does Per Finished Hour (PFH) mean?
Per Finished Hour (PFH) is the standard way payment is calculated in the audiobook industry. Narrators are compensated for each hour of finished recording, rather than by studio hour since studio time can vary. A good estimate is that 9,000 words ...
How much does it cost to create an audiobook?
The length of your work and the narrator selected determines the cost for your audiobook. Narrator rates are shared on a Per Finished Hour (PFH) basis. The general estimate is every 9,000 words of text equals one finished hour of audio. So if your ...