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AI use is everywhere. But what does that mean exactly? Did someone use a tool to correct grammar? Did they have it look for redundancy in their writing or did they use it to create a cover, write AND narrate their book? 

In this episode, I break down the current AI categories to know in publishing and outline ways that narrators can not just protect their performances, but their moral code, too. 

Sources and show notes

1. The Atlantic, “Is This What Comes After AI Slop?” — reporting on the disputed Daggermouth allegations, the unpublished study, Wolfe’s denial, and Simon & Schuster’s response.
2. Pozotron, “Audiobook Proofing Service” and “Script Preparation” — the company’s descriptions of its AI-assisted proofing, preparation, and pickup tools.
3. Amazon Kindle Direct Publishing, “Content Guidelines: Artificial Intelligence Content” — definitions and disclosure requirements for AI-generated versus AI-assisted material.
4. U.S. Copyright Office, “Copyright and Artificial Intelligence” and “Registration Guidance for Works Containing AI-Generated Material” — human-authorship and disclosure guidance.
5. ACX, “Voice Replica Beta Help for Producers” — ACX’s description of voice replicas, narrator control, compensation, and product labeling.
6. SAG-AFTRA, “No Contract, No Work Order for Audiobooks” — union restrictions concerning audiobook digital replicas and AI training.
7. National Association of Voice Actors, “Synthetic Voice/AI Rider” — contractual resource for voice actors.
8. Authors Guild, “AI-Related Model Publishing Contract Clauses” — model provisions covering AI narration, artwork, translation, and other publishing uses.

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This week, I’m talking about the production problem behind duet narration, what audiobooks could learn from audio drama, and the small changes that could make these performances feel FAR more connected. I’m also asking what happens when the cheapest answer to the growing demand for multiple voices becomes AI.

Duet narration does not just need two voices. It needs two people who sound like they are actually having the same conversation.

Show Note Sources: 

• “He Said, She Said: Why Creators and Fans Love Dual and Duet Narration” — Audible
• Interview with romance author and audio producer Lauren Blakely — AudioFile Magazine
• Soundbooth Theater FAQ
• History of GraphicAudio
• “U.S. Audiobook Sales Grew 9% in 2025, to $2.43 Billion” — Publishers Weekly
• NAVA fAIr Voices resources
• SAG-AFTRA audiobook digital-replica guidance
• Julia Whelan on audiobook economics and Audiobrary — Associated Press

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If you're in this industry long enough, you'll get THAT book. That one that challenges your tongue and breath control, the one that didn't get the full editor pass, or the one where the characters and you just don't seem to click. 

And I get it. It's hard to get passed. So in this episode we chat about ways to dig in deeper, shift your mindset and do the dang thing. 

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Audiobooks are more popular than ever and that means that companies are going to compete to keep the consumer attention on THEIR platform. What does that have to do with us? A lot. 

In this episode we deep dive into my predictions about the future of audiobook consumerism, the reasoning behind the current shift into streaming, and what we can do to make sure our names are at the top of future go to lists. 

This one is my mark in the sand. Do you think I'm right?

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In today's internet landscape, just "Ignoring bad reviews" isn't a viable solution to engaging and building your community and brand online. So, what do we do? How do we wade through the trolls and criticism to create our online presence and be seen as the competent and compassionate audiobook professionals we are? 

In this episode, I break down some steps we can take to protect our peace while noting that this is an ongoing conversation that needs more than just my voice talking about it. 

So what do you think? How would you help navigate the judgemental voices while building your career? 

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My social media feed has been filled with narrators showing off their deepest, growliest, most rumbling male voices. Some of them sound incredible.

Buuuuuuut there’s a difference between a voice that sounds impressive for 30 seconds and a voice you can sustain through a ten-book series.

In this episode, we’re talking about the anatomy behind your voice, the warning signs of vocal strain, and give you some game changing tools that will forever be featured in your MMCs. 

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Feeling like everyone all of a suddenly took a masterclass in Canva while you slept? 

Same.

This week, I’m talking about the comparison trap, creative block, scarcity mindset, and what happens when watching everyone else succeed starts robbing you of your own momentum. From turning envy into useful information to creating a “proof file” for the days your brain conveniently forgets every accomplishment you’ve ever had, this is a conversation for anyone who’s feeling stuck, behind, or intimidated by everyone else’s polished chapter.

Let’s stop scrolling and go make something.

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his week, I’m talking about queer romance in all it's history, subtext-y, glory. We cover the stories that had to be coded for generations, and the ways those roots still show up in the books we’re narrating today.

From sapphic romance and power dynamics to acceptance, vulnerability, and the desire to be truly seen, we’re diving into some of the emotional undercurrents that can make queer stories feel different both on the page and behind the mic.

And as always, we’ll bring it back to the craft because apparently I am physically incapable of not talking about audiobook narration. :)

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Ladies… have you ever noticed your voice feels a little strained, tired, swollen, emotionally overworked, carrying things it technically shouldn’t have to carry? Weird how that happens. 🙂

But truly. This episode is definitely about estrogen.

And definitely not about the exhausting reality so many women in romance audio have been privately navigating for years.

So grab a heating pad, a cup of coffee, and maybe a paper trail. We’re talking about what happens when collaboration stops feeling collaborative… and why more of us are finally saying the quiet parts out loud.

To the women in this industry: I see you. 

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This week, I’m talking about the emotional side of creative work that I think a lot of artists quietly carry around but rarely say out loud.

The weird shame spiral that happens after a bad review, an awkward coaching session, a communication mistake, or a project that just didn’t go the way you hoped. The way those moments attach themselves to the work afterward until suddenly opening the planner, the inbox, or the session file feels emotionally loaded.

As audiobook narrators, our work is deeply personal. Our voices, instincts, and emotional interpretation are part of the product. And when something goes wrong, it’s very easy to start treating those moments as proof that we are failing instead of seeing them as information we can grow from.

This episode is about creative shame, avoidance, burnout, criticism, and learning how to return to the work without turning every hard moment into an identity crisis.

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