214: Unveiling the Art of Audiobook Narration with Liza Jacob [NANOWRIMO Day 11]

<p><strong>Guest:</strong> Liza Jacob</p> <p><strong>Episode Name:</strong> Unveiling  the Art of Audiobook Narration  with Liza Jacob [NANOWRIMO Day 11]</p> <p><strong>Episode Number:</strong> 214</p> <p> _____________________________________________________________________________________________________________</p> <p><strong>About the guest</strong></p> <p>Liza, an APA member, is a seasoned audiobook narrator with a professional home studio featuring top-notch equipment, including an AT2020 microphone, Focusrite Scarlett Solo Audio Interface, and a Rolls MP13 Pre-amp. Having recorded numerous audiobooks under her name and the pseudonym Clara Abbott, Liza has honed her skills through training with Elise Arsenault, completing the Great Audiobook Adventure course, and participating in the Deyan Audio Masterclass with P.J. Ochlan. With a diverse range of accents, including American Southern, New York/New Jersey, Baltimore, Estuary, Irish, Russian, Scottish, and French, she adds a captivating touch to her narrations. Originally from Maryland and now residing in New Jersey, Liza, a wife and mom, brings a wealth of life experiences, including a background in dance, studio art, art history, small boat sailing regattas, billiards, baking, and mushroom foraging. With a BFA in Illustration and an Associate Degree in Graphic Design, she seamlessly blends her passion for dynamic characters with her love of audiobooks, creating engaging and immersive experiences for listeners.</p> <p> __________________________________________________________________________________________________________</p> <p>In episode, audiobook narrator Liz Jacob shares invaluable insights into the world of audiobook creation. Covering topics from pay structures in narration to the art of mastering various accents, Liz delves into the intricate process of bringing written words to life through voice. She highlights the importance of open communication between authors and narrators, emphasizing the collaborative nature of audiobook production. The di