Eline 🎧📚 Lovely Audiobooks
@lovelyaudiobooks.bsky.social
📚 Audiobook blogger since 2018
💕 "Champion of Audiobooks"
🎧 Listening to 200+ audios/year
✍️ Creator of the Audiobook Marketing Guide
💸 Helping indie authors in this $4B market
https://lovelyaudiobooks.info/audiobook-creation-essentials-for-authors/
💕 "Champion of Audiobooks"
🎧 Listening to 200+ audios/year
✍️ Creator of the Audiobook Marketing Guide
💸 Helping indie authors in this $4B market
https://lovelyaudiobooks.info/audiobook-creation-essentials-for-authors/
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Audiobook Marketing for Self-Published Authors
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Are you a self-published author wanting to conquer the audiobook market? My guide will give you all the knowledge and tools needed to confidently take this step!
lovelyaudiobooks.kit.com/products/aud...
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ACX royalty share pro: An audiobook without any upfront cost for the author!
Con: A 7-year exclusive contract where you split 40% royalties with narrator = you get 20%.
When does this math actually work? --> lovelyaudiobooks.info/acx-royalty-...
#ACXRoyaltyShare #AuthorCommunity #SelfPublishing
Con: A 7-year exclusive contract where you split 40% royalties with narrator = you get 20%.
When does this math actually work? --> lovelyaudiobooks.info/acx-royalty-...
#ACXRoyaltyShare #AuthorCommunity #SelfPublishing
July 2, 2025 at 1:08 PM
ACX royalty share pro: An audiobook without any upfront cost for the author!
Con: A 7-year exclusive contract where you split 40% royalties with narrator = you get 20%.
When does this math actually work? --> lovelyaudiobooks.info/acx-royalty-...
#ACXRoyaltyShare #AuthorCommunity #SelfPublishing
Con: A 7-year exclusive contract where you split 40% royalties with narrator = you get 20%.
When does this math actually work? --> lovelyaudiobooks.info/acx-royalty-...
#ACXRoyaltyShare #AuthorCommunity #SelfPublishing
Your audiobook promo codes are marketing gold!
Don't throw them on a random freebie site. Target established reviewers in your genre instead!
And don't just hoard them either, run giveaways for your fans instead!
lovelyaudiobooks.info/common-audio...
#bookmarketing #indieauthors
Don't throw them on a random freebie site. Target established reviewers in your genre instead!
And don't just hoard them either, run giveaways for your fans instead!
lovelyaudiobooks.info/common-audio...
#bookmarketing #indieauthors
July 1, 2025 at 1:01 PM
Your audiobook promo codes are marketing gold!
Don't throw them on a random freebie site. Target established reviewers in your genre instead!
And don't just hoard them either, run giveaways for your fans instead!
lovelyaudiobooks.info/common-audio...
#bookmarketing #indieauthors
Don't throw them on a random freebie site. Target established reviewers in your genre instead!
And don't just hoard them either, run giveaways for your fans instead!
lovelyaudiobooks.info/common-audio...
#bookmarketing #indieauthors
Are you an author thinking about creating your first audiobook? The narrator choice is (almost) EVERYTHING!
How to hire a narrator listeners will love: lovelyaudiobooks.info/how-to-hire-...
#Selfpublishing #Indieauthors
How to hire a narrator listeners will love: lovelyaudiobooks.info/how-to-hire-...
#Selfpublishing #Indieauthors
June 30, 2025 at 6:42 PM
Are you an author thinking about creating your first audiobook? The narrator choice is (almost) EVERYTHING!
How to hire a narrator listeners will love: lovelyaudiobooks.info/how-to-hire-...
#Selfpublishing #Indieauthors
How to hire a narrator listeners will love: lovelyaudiobooks.info/how-to-hire-...
#Selfpublishing #Indieauthors
Audiobook strategy: Start with your most popular book, NOT your newest! Your fans might have been waiting for the audio version, and listeners who don't know you will like that the story has reviews.
#indieauthors #selfpublishing #bookmarketing
#indieauthors #selfpublishing #bookmarketing
June 27, 2025 at 9:32 AM
Audiobook strategy: Start with your most popular book, NOT your newest! Your fans might have been waiting for the audio version, and listeners who don't know you will like that the story has reviews.
#indieauthors #selfpublishing #bookmarketing
#indieauthors #selfpublishing #bookmarketing
Treat audiobook listeners as a distinct audience. Adjusted marketing can help you reach them! #BookMarketing
How to avoid common audiobook marketing mistakes: lovelyaudiobooks.info/common-audio...
How to avoid common audiobook marketing mistakes: lovelyaudiobooks.info/common-audio...
June 26, 2025 at 2:12 PM
Treat audiobook listeners as a distinct audience. Adjusted marketing can help you reach them! #BookMarketing
How to avoid common audiobook marketing mistakes: lovelyaudiobooks.info/common-audio...
How to avoid common audiobook marketing mistakes: lovelyaudiobooks.info/common-audio...
Self-narration reality: 1 finished hour = 2+ hours recording time for beginners, plus editing, plus proofing. It's not an easy solution to go audio! But it's the best choice for nonfiction authors.
#selfpublishing #authors #indieauthors
#selfpublishing #authors #indieauthors
June 25, 2025 at 12:08 PM
Self-narration reality: 1 finished hour = 2+ hours recording time for beginners, plus editing, plus proofing. It's not an easy solution to go audio! But it's the best choice for nonfiction authors.
#selfpublishing #authors #indieauthors
#selfpublishing #authors #indieauthors
AI narration can tarnish your author brand with audiobook fans. We want that human connection in our ears because listening to an audiobook is intimate and personal!
What 200+ Audiobooks Taught Me About Quality: lovelyaudiobooks.info/ai-audiobook...
#selfpublishing #WritingCommunity #AuthorSky
What 200+ Audiobooks Taught Me About Quality: lovelyaudiobooks.info/ai-audiobook...
#selfpublishing #WritingCommunity #AuthorSky
June 24, 2025 at 1:03 PM
AI narration can tarnish your author brand with audiobook fans. We want that human connection in our ears because listening to an audiobook is intimate and personal!
What 200+ Audiobooks Taught Me About Quality: lovelyaudiobooks.info/ai-audiobook...
#selfpublishing #WritingCommunity #AuthorSky
What 200+ Audiobooks Taught Me About Quality: lovelyaudiobooks.info/ai-audiobook...
#selfpublishing #WritingCommunity #AuthorSky
The narrator makes or breaks your audiobook! Popular narrators bring their own fan base of narrator-motivated buyers. And don't forget to ask your readers for narrator suggestions that fit your characters!
lovelyaudiobooks.info/audiobook-cr...
#selfpublishing #WritingCommunity #AuthorSky
lovelyaudiobooks.info/audiobook-cr...
#selfpublishing #WritingCommunity #AuthorSky
June 23, 2025 at 11:59 AM
The narrator makes or breaks your audiobook! Popular narrators bring their own fan base of narrator-motivated buyers. And don't forget to ask your readers for narrator suggestions that fit your characters!
lovelyaudiobooks.info/audiobook-cr...
#selfpublishing #WritingCommunity #AuthorSky
lovelyaudiobooks.info/audiobook-cr...
#selfpublishing #WritingCommunity #AuthorSky
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And lo, the trailer did drop: www.apple.com/tv-pr/news/2... #murderbot
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April 9, 2025 at 3:09 PM
And lo, the trailer did drop: www.apple.com/tv-pr/news/2... #murderbot
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#Authors #IndieAuthors this 👇 !! (Thank you @lovelyaudiobooks.bsky.social )
Especially the last point - #narrators are not just voice actors; we're your marketing partners 👊
Especially the last point - #narrators are not just voice actors; we're your marketing partners 👊
~ The Hidden Economics of Audiobook Publishing ~
Let's talk money and strategy. Most authors see audiobooks as a side hustle, but smart creators see it as a long-term investment ecosystem.
Let's talk money and strategy. Most authors see audiobooks as a side hustle, but smart creators see it as a long-term investment ecosystem.
February 18, 2025 at 3:31 PM
#Authors #IndieAuthors this 👇 !! (Thank you @lovelyaudiobooks.bsky.social )
Especially the last point - #narrators are not just voice actors; we're your marketing partners 👊
Especially the last point - #narrators are not just voice actors; we're your marketing partners 👊
~ The Hidden Economics of Audiobook Publishing ~
Let's talk money and strategy. Most authors see audiobooks as a side hustle, but smart creators see it as a long-term investment ecosystem.
Let's talk money and strategy. Most authors see audiobooks as a side hustle, but smart creators see it as a long-term investment ecosystem.
February 6, 2025 at 2:03 PM
~ The Hidden Economics of Audiobook Publishing ~
Let's talk money and strategy. Most authors see audiobooks as a side hustle, but smart creators see it as a long-term investment ecosystem.
Let's talk money and strategy. Most authors see audiobooks as a side hustle, but smart creators see it as a long-term investment ecosystem.
🎧 Inside the Mind of Audiobook Listeners: How They Choose Their Next Listen
As an audiobook blogger since 2018, here's what I've learned about what makes listeners hit "buy" or skip:
As an audiobook blogger since 2018, here's what I've learned about what makes listeners hit "buy" or skip:
February 3, 2025 at 4:50 PM
🎧 Inside the Mind of Audiobook Listeners: How They Choose Their Next Listen
As an audiobook blogger since 2018, here's what I've learned about what makes listeners hit "buy" or skip:
As an audiobook blogger since 2018, here's what I've learned about what makes listeners hit "buy" or skip:
Let's talk about AI narration for audiobooks.
Authors often see it as an affordable entry point into the audiobook market, but here's what you need to know:
Authors often see it as an affordable entry point into the audiobook market, but here's what you need to know:
January 29, 2025 at 2:43 PM
Let's talk about AI narration for audiobooks.
Authors often see it as an affordable entry point into the audiobook market, but here's what you need to know:
Authors often see it as an affordable entry point into the audiobook market, but here's what you need to know:
Are you an indie author considering creating your first audiobook? Let's discuss the key decisions to make!
A thread based on my experience as an audiobook blogger since 2018:
A thread based on my experience as an audiobook blogger since 2018:
January 28, 2025 at 3:50 PM
Are you an indie author considering creating your first audiobook? Let's discuss the key decisions to make!
A thread based on my experience as an audiobook blogger since 2018:
A thread based on my experience as an audiobook blogger since 2018:
Let's check out some audiobook market insights!
1/ Market Size & Growth
Global audiobook market: $6B+ (2023)
74,000 new audiobook titles released (2021)
Double-digit revenue growth for 8 consecutive years
1/ Market Size & Growth
Global audiobook market: $6B+ (2023)
74,000 new audiobook titles released (2021)
Double-digit revenue growth for 8 consecutive years
January 24, 2025 at 9:35 PM
Let's check out some audiobook market insights!
1/ Market Size & Growth
Global audiobook market: $6B+ (2023)
74,000 new audiobook titles released (2021)
Double-digit revenue growth for 8 consecutive years
1/ Market Size & Growth
Global audiobook market: $6B+ (2023)
74,000 new audiobook titles released (2021)
Double-digit revenue growth for 8 consecutive years
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You can watch the stream at www.twitch.tv/katrafiy and, as before, the goal for this live reading is to help raise money for my new independent trans and queer audiobook production project, Golden Apple Audio.
January 19, 2025 at 2:05 PM
You can watch the stream at www.twitch.tv/katrafiy and, as before, the goal for this live reading is to help raise money for my new independent trans and queer audiobook production project, Golden Apple Audio.
Reposted by Eline 🎧📚 Lovely Audiobooks
I hope you will join me again this afternoon at 2pm est as we continue reading Beautiful on the Horizon by @mayadeane.bsky.social. When we last left off Joseph had finally reached Egypt where she was sold at auction to the illustrious Haramhab, the beautiful Amania, and the fearsome lord Ptahmisa.
As part of the GAA launch, I will be hosting a fundraising stream this Sunday at 2pm est over on www.twitch.tv/katrafiy, during which I will be performing a livereading of an upcoming, unpublished novel by Maya Deane called Beautiful on the Horizon, a trans retelling of the Joseph in Egypt myth.
Katrafiy - Twitch
Katra, the Femme in Yellow - Voice Actress / Audiobook Narrator / Aspiring Razorgirl - Never be afraid of change!
www.twitch.tv
January 19, 2025 at 2:05 PM
I hope you will join me again this afternoon at 2pm est as we continue reading Beautiful on the Horizon by @mayadeane.bsky.social. When we last left off Joseph had finally reached Egypt where she was sold at auction to the illustrious Haramhab, the beautiful Amania, and the fearsome lord Ptahmisa.
I've gotten valuable insight from
- listening to over 200 audiobooks/year for over 10 y.
- being an audiobook blogger since 2018
- talking to countless of my fellow audio fans.
And if you are a self-published author looking to publish an audiobook, read this: lovelyaudiobooks.info/audiobook-cr...
- listening to over 200 audiobooks/year for over 10 y.
- being an audiobook blogger since 2018
- talking to countless of my fellow audio fans.
And if you are a self-published author looking to publish an audiobook, read this: lovelyaudiobooks.info/audiobook-cr...
10 Essential Tips Every Author Needs to Know Before Creating an Audiobook | Lovely Audiobooks
Audiobooks are a huge market and if you are a growing indie author who wants to expand their reach, it's a market you want to tackle.
lovelyaudiobooks.info
January 8, 2025 at 2:30 PM
I've gotten valuable insight from
- listening to over 200 audiobooks/year for over 10 y.
- being an audiobook blogger since 2018
- talking to countless of my fellow audio fans.
And if you are a self-published author looking to publish an audiobook, read this: lovelyaudiobooks.info/audiobook-cr...
- listening to over 200 audiobooks/year for over 10 y.
- being an audiobook blogger since 2018
- talking to countless of my fellow audio fans.
And if you are a self-published author looking to publish an audiobook, read this: lovelyaudiobooks.info/audiobook-cr...
Here's what you need to know before returning an Audible account (so you don't risk getting your account limited or screw over your fav authors and narrators): lovelyaudiobooks.info/return-a-boo...
What You Need to Know Before Returning an Audible Book in 2025 | Lovely Audiobooks
Returning an Audible book seems like a convenient service, but you need to understand the store's policy so you aren't risking your account!
lovelyaudiobooks.info
January 3, 2025 at 9:27 PM
Here's what you need to know before returning an Audible account (so you don't risk getting your account limited or screw over your fav authors and narrators): lovelyaudiobooks.info/return-a-boo...
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Two of my Christmas romances are available in audio! Get Her Pretend Christmas Date and A Second Chance Road Trip for Christmas at Audible, Kobo, Apple, Libro.fm, hoopla, and others.
December 1, 2024 at 9:18 PM
Two of my Christmas romances are available in audio! Get Her Pretend Christmas Date and A Second Chance Road Trip for Christmas at Audible, Kobo, Apple, Libro.fm, hoopla, and others.
It's no secret that ye olde "audiobooks don't count"-discourse keeps popping up. I usually don't engage cause when I was young we learned not to feed the trolls.
But I do love my research! So, here's all you need to know about why audiobooks are real books: lovelyaudiobooks.info/audiobooks-v...
But I do love my research! So, here's all you need to know about why audiobooks are real books: lovelyaudiobooks.info/audiobooks-v...
Audiobooks vs Reading Print/Ebooks: Which is better for you in 2024? | Lovely Audiobooks
Many smart people have tried to compare audiobooks vs reading print or ebooks. And yet, people still wonder: Are audiobooks as good as reading print or ebooks
lovelyaudiobooks.info
November 27, 2024 at 3:36 PM
It's no secret that ye olde "audiobooks don't count"-discourse keeps popping up. I usually don't engage cause when I was young we learned not to feed the trolls.
But I do love my research! So, here's all you need to know about why audiobooks are real books: lovelyaudiobooks.info/audiobooks-v...
But I do love my research! So, here's all you need to know about why audiobooks are real books: lovelyaudiobooks.info/audiobooks-v...
Hi authors!
Did you know the audiobook market grew in 2023 to an incredible $6.8 BILLION?
Imagine tapping into that and earning new income from a book you’ve already written - while also reaching a whole new group of fans!
But successful audiobook marketing starts before you even hire a narrator!
Did you know the audiobook market grew in 2023 to an incredible $6.8 BILLION?
Imagine tapping into that and earning new income from a book you’ve already written - while also reaching a whole new group of fans!
But successful audiobook marketing starts before you even hire a narrator!
November 24, 2024 at 8:09 PM
Hi authors!
Did you know the audiobook market grew in 2023 to an incredible $6.8 BILLION?
Imagine tapping into that and earning new income from a book you’ve already written - while also reaching a whole new group of fans!
But successful audiobook marketing starts before you even hire a narrator!
Did you know the audiobook market grew in 2023 to an incredible $6.8 BILLION?
Imagine tapping into that and earning new income from a book you’ve already written - while also reaching a whole new group of fans!
But successful audiobook marketing starts before you even hire a narrator!
Reposted by Eline 🎧📚 Lovely Audiobooks
Apropos of nothing, anybody who says that audiobooks aren’t “real” reading or that people who use them aren’t “real” readers can kiss both my ass and my royalty statement.
November 23, 2024 at 7:01 PM
Apropos of nothing, anybody who says that audiobooks aren’t “real” reading or that people who use them aren’t “real” readers can kiss both my ass and my royalty statement.
Okay, self-published authors, hear me out! I know KDP's "generate audiobook" button is super tempting. But please understand, for us audio fans, listening to audiobooks is an intimate and personal experience. It's very, very human. And when it's an AI generated voice, something is just not right.
November 19, 2024 at 9:40 AM
Okay, self-published authors, hear me out! I know KDP's "generate audiobook" button is super tempting. But please understand, for us audio fans, listening to audiobooks is an intimate and personal experience. It's very, very human. And when it's an AI generated voice, something is just not right.
Are you a self-published author wanting to conquer the audiobook market? My guide will give you all the knowledge and tools needed to confidently take this step!
lovelyaudiobooks.kit.com/products/aud...
lovelyaudiobooks.kit.com/products/aud...
Audiobook Marketing for Self-Published Authors
lovelyaudiobooks.kit.com
November 19, 2024 at 9:36 AM
Are you a self-published author wanting to conquer the audiobook market? My guide will give you all the knowledge and tools needed to confidently take this step!
lovelyaudiobooks.kit.com/products/aud...
lovelyaudiobooks.kit.com/products/aud...