Podcast

Discover the highlights of the 2026 Portland Book Festival and learn why attending literary events enriches authors, narrators, publishers, and audiobook fans alike.

Explore Bill Yarborough’s novel, Memories of MKUltra, inspired by his childhood experiences with the CIA’s mind control program. Discover trauma, resilience, and history.

Discover the immersive world of Saintsville, a supernatural urban fantasy audiobook featuring complex characters, authentic human performances, and a full cast that brings witches, vampires, and lycans to life.

Author Kestral Gaian shares their journey from poetry and writing to narrating their debut audiobook, The Boy from Elsewhere, and insights on self-narration.

Discover how Christine “Kippy” Hoene, author of The Whistler’s Daughter, defies medical predictions by embracing new sports and life’s adventures with courage and joy.

Discover why human narration remains essential in audiobooks, the risks of AI voices, and how authors can protect their brand and boost royalties with AMPlify Audiobooks.

Discover how business acumen bridges the gap between functional expertise and impactful leadership. Kevin Cope explores the essential skills leaders need to see the big picture and drive meaningful results.

Discover the truth behind Spotify’s free AI audiobook narration tool, its licensing implications, listener trends, and better alternatives for authors.

Discover pharmacist David Lee’s innovative approach to safer medication use for seniors and the profound benefits of pet companionship in caregiving and wellbeing.

Explore the science behind how audiobooks impact brain activity, the role of skilled narration, and strategies authors can use to improve listener retention and engagement.