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Audiobook Café

Accessible Media Inc.
Audiobooks
Audiobook Narration
Will Trent Series
Karin Slaughter
Fanfiction
This Summer Will Be Different
Carley Fortune
Prince Edward Island
The Liveship Traders Series
Normal People
Ann Patchett
Tom Lake
Police Procedure
Georgia
The Worst Of You
Center For Equitable Library Access
Homes: A Refugee Story
Romantic Relationships
Theater
Covid-19

Jacob Shymnaski shares the latest audiobook and literary news, and features in-depth conversations with authors, narrators and industry experts.

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Latest Episodes

The USA Today bestseller “Bury Your Gays” by Chuck Tingle explores what it takes to succeed in a world that wants you dead. Jacob Shymanski and Aamer Khan review the book and explore its themes, its variety of writing styles and its potential to beco... more

What makes a book a classic? Does a bestselling book mean that it will stand the test of time? Are bestselling books as good as we remember them to be? Jacob Shymanski and Red Széll explore these questions and discuss the phenomenon of rosy retrospec... more

How does the setting of a book add to your perception of the story? Jacob Shymanski and Red Széll chat about the importance of story settings in horror books. They also discuss the philosophy of horror and explore why readers are so enthralled with t... more

Can you tell the difference between real voices and AI narration? What differentiates a bad narrator from a good one? Jacob Shymanski explores these questions with Simon Mattacks, a British voice artist best known for his extensive work as an audiobo... more

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Recent Guests

Valerie D. Maidment
Author of 'From Daylight to Dark', advocating for accessibility for the visually impaired.
Episode: Review of “Bury Your Gays” & Valerie D. Maidment’s Memoir
Jessica Slice
Author, speaker, and advocate for disabled parenting
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Episode: Rejecting Perfectionism in Parenting: In Conversation with Jessica Slice
Daniel Greene
Popular booktuber covering fantasy and sci-fi
Episode: Fair Pay, Fair Play: Royalty Issues at Audible
Robin Sullivan
Agent, editor, author, advocate, and voice for authors in publishing
Episode: Fair Pay, Fair Play: Royalty Issues at Audible
Ramya Amuthan
Guest discussing AI narration implications
Episode: Best of AMI Audiobook Review
Karen McGee
Colleague and avid consumer of audiobooks
Episode: The Audiobook Debate: Is Listening the Same as Reading?
Kelly McDonald
Listener who shared experiences with audiobooks
Episode: The Audiobook Debate: Is Listening the Same as Reading?
Victoria Nolan
Co-author of Refocus and Paralympic athlete
Episode: The 7 A’s of Vision Loss: Victoria Nolan Discusses Her New Book “Refocus”
Sean Maloney
Co-author of Refocus and PhD in genetic eye disease research
Episode: The 7 A’s of Vision Loss: Victoria Nolan Discusses Her New Book “Refocus”

Hosts

Jacob Shymanski
Host known for sharing insights on audiobooks and literary discussions, with a knack for engaging conversations and thorough analysis of literary themes and trends.
Ramya Amuthan
Co-host who collaborates on discussing audiobook trends and literature, bringing diverse perspectives to the conversations.

Reviews

4.4 out of 5 stars from 7 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 States7 months 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 find the conversations engaging and beneficial, especially with insights from industry experts and authors.
Listeners appreciate the unique perspectives and recommendations provided in discussions about audiobooks and authors.

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#110
Ukraine/Arts/Books
Apple Podcasts
#208
Finland/Arts/Books
Apple Podcasts
#224
Ukraine/Arts

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Review of “Bury Your Gays” & Valerie D. Maidment’s Memoir
Q: What was it about employment that made it important for you to discuss?
Valerie explains how her experiences during job interviews and employment influenced her decision to highlight accessibility issues.
Review of “Bury Your Gays” & Valerie D. Maidment’s Memoir
Q: What prompted you? Why did you write this book?
Valerie Maidment discusses her sudden vision loss and the barriers faced by visually impaired individuals.
The Art of Narration: In Conversation with Simon Mattacks
Q: What are some of the biggest challenges that your students typically face when they're getting started?
Many students struggle with reading aloud as they do not read for pleasure, leading to difficulties in narrating properly.
The Art of Narration: In Conversation with Simon Mattacks
Q: How nervous are audiobook narrators right now with AI looming over us?
Audiobook narrators are very nervous due to the rise of AI, which is perceived as a threat to their jobs, especially with AI being cheaper and more consistent.
Rejecting Perfectionism in Parenting: In Conversation with Jessica Slice
Q: What advice do you have for disabled people who want kids but are concerned with the logistics?
The biggest resource is other disabled parents. Find a community that shares your access needs or disability to provide support and information; your skills in problem-solving as a disabled person are invaluable in parenting.

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Focusing on the latest trends in audiobooks and literature, the content features engaging dialogues with authors, narrators, and industry professionals. It provides listeners with insights into literary news while exploring diverse narrative styles and innovative storytelling techniques. Unique segments, such as rapid-fire reviews, highlight not only popular audiobooks but also thematic discussions regarding literary culture, accessibility, and the evolution of narration practices. The overall approach is likely to appeal to both audiobook enthusiasts and new listeners interested in literary discussions.

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Recent guests on Audiobook Café include:

1. Valerie D. Maidment
2. Jessica Slice
3. Daniel Greene
4. Robin Sullivan
5. Ramya Amuthan
6. Karen McGee
7. Kelly McDonald
8. Victoria Nolan

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