Becky Parker

About Becky Parker Geist

Pro Audio Voices Inc is an employee-owned company based in the Portland, Oregon, area. Founded in 2013 by Becky Parker Geist, the company serves an international clientele with a wonderful, talented international team. Pro Audio Voices has particular expertise with complex projects such as full-cast, immersive audiobooks, though we do a full range from children's books to single narrator projects. We also have particular expertise in pre-production and provide a range of solutions for indie authors and publishers who are seeking the concierge experience, or a streamlined budget approach, or author-narration support, or unusual projects that may not fit in any box.The core values that infuse our work and all we do include: CommunityImpactTeamEfficiency

Ep 210: Spotify and Audiobook Rights Concerns

Since the acquisition of Findaway Voices by Spotify, some significant changes have taken place—changes you as an author of an audiobook should be aware of. Learn more about the red flags that are going up, the concerns about authors’ intellectual property rights, and more. What’s happening with royalties now that Spotify is offering subscribers 15 free hours of audiobook listening each month? Can that [...]

By |2024-03-08T10:56:21-08:00March 8th, 2024|Behind The Scenes Podcast|0 Comments

Ep 209: Interview with Lindsey Salatka, Author, Editor, Book Coach

Need an eclectic set of languages and accents for your audiobook? Lindsey did for her novel Fish Heads and Duck Skin. Hear about the surprises of casting a challenging audiobook project. Living and working in Shanghai, Lindsey shares the story of how she came up with her book title, and how her experience of “new eyes” played a part in the book’s inception. More [...]

By |2024-03-08T10:53:36-08:00March 1st, 2024|Behind The Scenes Podcast|0 Comments

Ep 208: Audio-Describing – An Interview with Karin Fisher-Golton

Join us for a delightful discussion about children’s book editing and audio description of children’s book illustrations with Karin Fisher-Golton. Learn about some of the things that are particular to children’s books in print and in audio, and some of the opportunities to expand the messages and values of children’s books to young audiences. If you write children’s books, this is for YOU! More [...]

By |2024-02-26T16:52:17-08:00February 26th, 2024|Behind The Scenes Podcast|0 Comments

Ep 207: Queer Representation in Kid Lit – An Interview with Lee Wind

From book to how to leverage a podcast to get your content to your audience, this engaging discussion with author Lee Wind delivers insights that inspire. Lee is the author of 5 books so far, both fiction and nonfiction, as well as Chief Content Officer at IBPA. His own young life and how his life might have been changed had he had the books [...]

By |2024-02-16T11:55:00-08:00February 16th, 2024|Behind The Scenes Podcast|0 Comments

Ep 206: Interview with Audiobook Reviewer Amy Shannon

Wondering how you can get your audiobook reviewed? Meet Amy Shannon, book and audiobook reviewer, as well as author of over 100 titles and literary consultant. Amy shares her passion for helping authors succeed and her journey. A part of Amy’s story involves a violent domestic assault, and this episode will alert listeners prior to that section. More Episodes on Megaphone [...]

By |2024-02-09T11:39:41-08:00February 9th, 2024|Behind The Scenes Podcast|0 Comments

Ep 205: Pre-Production – How & Why to Prep Your Manuscript for Audiobook Production

What are the elements to consider in audiobook pre-production? You might be surprised! Host Becky takes us into a deep dive on how to prepare your book manuscript for production. From figuring out the appropriate voice/s to images, front matter to back matter, as well as bonus material, you’ll learn what to attend to and how to maximize your leverage of your audiobook. More [...]

By |2024-02-02T10:38:30-08:00February 2nd, 2024|Behind The Scenes Podcast|0 Comments

Ep 204: Interview with Memoir Author Nancy J. Martin

Nancy Martin, author of From the Summer of Love to the Valley of the Moon: A Memoir, had her book launch shut down when the pandemic hit. It landed right at the planned start of her book launch tour. Learn how that impacted her launch and how she is leveraging her audiobook release to reach new audiences. More Episodes on Megaphone [...]

By |2024-01-26T09:43:15-08:00January 26th, 2024|Behind The Scenes Podcast|0 Comments

Ep 203: Sound Effects & Music in NonFiction Audiobooks

What are the main considerations when planning music and/or sound effects in a nonfiction audiobook? Why and how would you use music in nonfiction? How can you create a more transformative experience for your followers with an audiobook than you can with a text format book like print or ebook? Get answers in this episode as well as in-depth details on post-production and how [...]

By |2024-01-26T09:39:23-08:00January 19th, 2024|Behind The Scenes Podcast|0 Comments

Ep 202: Sound Effects & Music in Children’s Audiobooks

What are the prime considerations when planning music and/or sound effects in a children’s audiobook? How can authors write with the audiobook edition in mind? Get answers in this episode as well as in-depth details on post-production incorporating music and sound effects, such as placement and fades. Filled with tips on how to achieve the best mix and optimal listening experience. More Episodes on [...]

By |2024-01-12T13:45:20-08:00January 12th, 2024|Behind The Scenes Podcast|0 Comments

Ep 201: What are Your Audiobook Goals?

Figuring out your North Star can fuel your marketing and remind you of your why. There are two adjunct questions that can help you identify your biggest goal, your North Star. Host Becky Parker Geist guides you through the process of identifying your primary goal and how marketing can serve as the engine that gets you closer to reaching it. More Episodes on Megaphone [...]

By |2024-01-05T10:11:08-08:00January 5th, 2024|Behind The Scenes Podcast|0 Comments

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