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Audiobook Café

Accessible Media Inc.
Audiobooks
Audiobook Narration
Karin Slaughter
Will Trent Series
Fanfiction
Carley Fortune
Prince Edward Island
This Summer Will Be Different
Normal People
The Liveship Traders Series
Tom Lake
Ann Patchett
Police Procedure
Thriller
Suspense
The Worst Of You
Center For Equitable Library Access
Homes: A Refugee Story
Romantic Relationships
Theater

Jacob Shymanski shares in-depth conversations with authors, narrators and industry experts! Tune in for the latest audiobook releases, curated recommendations and literary news.

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Latest Episodes

A recent article in the New York Times shares the story of Coral Hart, a romance writer who has been using AI to mass produce over 200 books under 21 different pen names. How do you feel about the use of AI in books?

Host Jacob Shymanski and guest R... more

Patricia Finn’s debut novel “The Golden Boy” shares a story about family life, love, betrayal, mercy, and second chances.

Host Jacob Shymanski catches up with Finn to discuss the development of her books’ characters and to explore why she decided to... more

Malcolm Kempt’s debut mystery novel follows a disgraced police investigator in the heart of the Arctic Circle, whose path to redemption is paved with blood and ice.

Host Jacob Shymanski chats with Kempt about the inspiration behind the book and refl... more

Recording artist and musician Lachi dropped a new book earlier this year entitled “I Identify as Blind: A Brazen Celebration of Disability Culture, Identity, and Power.”

Host Jacob Shymanksi catches up with Lachi to chat about her journey with disab... more

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Malcolm Kempt
Author of A Gift Before Dying
Author, A Gift Before Dying
Episode: A Gift Before Dying: In Conversation with Malcolm Kempt
Lynn Jensen
Author of Best Kept Secrets for Travelers with Sight Loss
blindtraveltips.com
Episode: Must-reads for Travel & Adventure
Kathleen Jones
Audiobook producer at Penguin Random House Canada
Penguin Random House Canada
Episode: Inside Audiobook Production with Producer Kathleen Jones
Mark Pearson
Co-founder of Libro FM
Libro FM
Episode: Libro.fm: Supporting Indie Bookstores One Audiobook at a Time
Caia Hagel
Digital anthropologist, cultural forecaster, and author
Author of Anon
Episode: AI Companionship: In Conversation with Author Caia Hagel
Matthew R. Morris
Author, educator, public speaker, and anti-racism activist
Episode: Black Boys Like Me: In Conversation with by Matthew R. Morris
Sharon Bala
Author of Good Guys, a novel exploring the nuances of philanthropy
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Episode: Good Guys: In Conversation with Sharon Bala
Uzma Jalaluddin
Canadian author known for her books focused on Southeast Asian and Muslim communities
HarperCollins
Episode: Detective Aunty: In Conversation with Uzma Jalaluddin
Craig Fitzpatrick
Team USA forward in blind hockey and author of "Finding the Puck"
International Blind Ice Hockey Foundation
Episode: Finding the Puck: In Conversation with Craig Fitzpatrick

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Jacob Shymanski
Host of in-depth conversations centered around literature, authors, narrators, and industry insights, focusing on the audiobook sector.

Reviews

4.1 out of 5 stars from 9 ratings
  • A must listen for fans of books!

    I love this podcast, and admittedly I’m not too great at following along to audio books I prefer the old fashioned book in hand but this pod helps me with recommendations and inspiration and I’ve been able to lean into audio side of things with their help. Wondeful and unique perspective and series, thank you x

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    cinderelochka
    United Statesa year ago
  • SO excited!

    I’m so excited to find I can get this program in Podcasts! This arena is my whole world of fun! Thank you so much folks. I’m going to be diving into everyone of the no your narrator and highlighting audiobooks episodes here. Exactly the right flavour for me.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Forest Friendly
    Canada3 years ago

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Many appreciate the curated recommendations and insights into the audiobook industry, enhancing their overall listening experience.
Listeners enjoy the thoughtful discussions and find them insightful regarding current trends in literature and audiobooks.
The personal stories shared by guests resonate with the audience, making it feel more connected to the discussions.

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#165
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A Gift Before Dying: In Conversation with Malcolm Kempt
Q: Can you tell us about the book and what readers can expect?
Malcolm describes it as a gritty, grim Arctic crime thriller with a police procedural backbone, layered with supernatural undertones and a strong sense of place that acts almost as a character.
Inside Audiobook Production with Producer Kathleen Jones
Q: How does casting work?
Kathleen describes that it typically starts with a conversation with the author about their hopes for the audiobook sound, and auditions are compiled to match the author's vision.
Inside Audiobook Production with Producer Kathleen Jones
Q: What's the job of an audiobook producer?
Kathleen explains she is essentially managing the whole process of taking a print book through all the steps of getting it to an audio format.
Libro.fm: Supporting Indie Bookstores One Audiobook at a Time
Q: How is Libro FM handling the influx of AI narration?
Libro FM requires publishers to disclose AI narration, and they make sure customers are informed about which narrations are human or AI.
Libro.fm: Supporting Indie Bookstores One Audiobook at a Time
Q: How does your catalog compare to Audible's?
Libro FM has over 600,000 audiobooks available, though some titles are exclusively available on Audible, limiting access.

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Frequently Asked Questions About Audiobook Café

What is Audiobook Café about and what kind of topics does it cover?

Focusing on the vibrant world of literature and audiobooks, engaging conversations unfold between the host and a diverse range of guests, including authors, narrators, and industry professionals. The episodes highlight not only the latest audiobook trends but also offer curated recommendations, discuss cultural representations in literature, and address industry challenges such as audiobook royalty structures and the implications of technology on narration. This distinctive blend of literary insights, expert discussions, and personal stories appeals to those passionate about books, storytelling, and the audiobook format itself.

Listeners can expect to find a mix of thought-provoking discussions on the nuances of storytelling, the evolution... more

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Recent guests on Audiobook Café include:

1. Malcolm Kempt
2. Lynn Jensen
3. Kathleen Jones
4. Mark Pearson
5. Caia Hagel
6. Matthew R. Morris
7. Sharon Bala
8. Uzma Jalaluddin

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