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Season 5, Episode 570: Audiobook Narrating with Andria Mae Ali Dane from Closed Door to Dark & Spicy

Guest Bio: Andria Mae (also Ali Dane) is a narrator who snuck into the audiobook party in 2021 and never looked back. With a passion for the art of novel to audio adaptations, she embraces everything from sweet and fluffy romances to dark, spicy, and even nerdy adventures. When she's not in the recording booth, she's tending to the tiniest of hobby farms, full of quirky animals that bring her immeasurable joy. Andria is devoted to transforming written words into immersive audio experiences, capturing every emotion and nuance along the way.

Website: www.alidane.com Linktree: https://wlo/link/@RWTLO

Instagram: @andria.mae.audiobooks and @ali.dane.audiobooks

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Episode Summary:

With a background in vocal performance and a passion for storytelling, Andria shares her journey from podcasting to audiobook narration, revealing how she discovered her love for this unique art form. In this episode, Ruan and Andria dive into the nuances of narrating different genres, from closed-door YA to spicy romance. They discuss the challenges of voice acting, including how to portray male characters and the intricacies of duet narration. Andria opens up about her creative process, the importance of preparation, and how she navigates the evolving landscape of audiobook production.

As they explore the world of romance and the significance of representation in storytelling, you'll hear about Andria's favorite projects, including her recent work in the omegaverse and her collaborations with indie authors.

1. Introduction to Andria May and her journey into audiobook narration

2. The evolution of Andria's voice acting and narrating styles

3. Challenges and techniques for portraying male characters

4. Synchronous vs. asynchronous duet narration

5. Insights into the creative process and preparation for narration

6. Discussion on the representation of diverse voices in romance

7. Andria's favorite projects and upcoming releases

8. The impact of societal changes on book covers and marketing

Some of Andria Mae's Audiobooks (affiliate links, commissions may be made on purchases that support the podcast, thank you!)

The Summer Playbook https://amzn.to/41dbGp0

A Dose of Pretty Poison https://amzn.to/3EOt2j3

My Hot Best Friend is an Irish Vampire https://amzn.to/42UFBU8

Podcast Host Ruan's recent Audiobooks:

Never Say, Never Swing https://books.ruanwillowauthor.com/neversayneverswingaudiobook

Protectors: A Warrior's Requiem, Chronicles of Protectors https://books.ruanwillowauthor.com/protectorsaudiobook

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