The Children’s Author Show
Designed for aspiring and developing children’s authors wanting to expand their author brand, this podcast has self-publishing training, interviews with authors and industry experts, and round table discussions on fun and interesting topics.
The Children’s Author Show
Expanding Your Children's Author Brand with Audiobooks - featuring The Audiobook Wizard
Summary
In this conversation, Richard Rieman, an expert in children's audiobooks known as The Audiobook Wizard, discusses the importance of making literature accessible to all children, including those with visual impairments. He shares his journey from being a radio news reporter to becoming a wizard in audiobook production, emphasizing the need for audio descriptions in illustrated books. Richard highlights the impact of his nonprofit, Imagination Storybooks, which aims to provide accessible audiobooks and videos for blind and deaf children. The discussion also covers the challenges and successes in the audiobook industry, including collaborations with various authors and organizations to create inclusive content.
Takeaways
Braille is a dying art due to a lack of teachers.
Audiobooks provide a richer experience for children.
All children, regardless of ability, can enjoy audiobooks.
Richard transitioned from radio to audiobooks in his 50s.
Audiobooks can help sell physical copies of books.
Audio description enhances the storytelling experience.
The nonprofit Imagination Storybooks focuses on accessibility.
Recognition from peers validates the importance of the work.
Innovative projects are essential for reaching diverse audiences.
The future of audiobooks lies in inclusivity and accessibility
All of Richard’s contact information:
richard@theaudiobookwizard.com
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