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Learn how to convert PDF files into MP3 audiobooks using Zamzar's handy online file conversion tool. We also cover the benefits of using audiobooks and advanced options for PDF to MP3 file conversion. https://lnkd.in/evCdEQHu

𝗕𝗿𝗼𝗸𝗲𝗻 𝗗𝗶𝗴𝗶𝘁𝗮𝗹 𝗣𝘂𝗯𝗹𝗶𝗰𝗮𝘁𝗶𝗼𝗻 𝗣𝗿𝗶𝗰𝗶𝗻𝗴 𝗠𝗼𝗱𝗲𝗹? QCA libraries struggle to afford soaring demand for eBooks and audiobooks https://buff.ly/4csSIyo IMO, if eBooks are more expensive than their printed counterparts, then the pricing model is broken. eBooks don't incur the same expenses as printed books and expensive eBooks can hurt the digital industry in the long run. #digitalpublication #ebookpricing #ebookvsprint #digitalindustry #ebookaffordability #publishingmodel #librarybudgets

Throughout my 30+ years in journalism, I trained and honed my skills as a connector. I don't know if I reached the level of "supercommunicator," but I was very successful at getting people to talk and share very personal stories. When I switched careers right at the start of the pandemic, making those connections via video conferencing was incredibly challenging. There were many times when I was not "neurally aligned" with my new colleagues and clients and for the first time in my career I had to work very deliberately to get in synch. In his latest awesome book "Supercommunicators: How to Unlock the Secret Language of Connection," Charles Duhigg really puts this essential skill in context and provides research, great stories, and strategies for connecting with others, regardless of our differences. Turns out that the critical skills needed to be a good reporter -- asking good questions and really listening -- are essential. This is a very useful book for anyone who wants to be a better communicator.

📢 Exciting news from the Audio Publishers Association! 💡 The latest surveys reveal that audiobook listening is booming, with over half of U.S. adults having tried audiobooks and annual revenue hitting $2 billion. 📈 Key findings include a rise in audiobook consumption, strong children's audiobook engagement, and growing subscriptions to audiobook services. Fiction remains the top genre, with History/Biography/Memoirs seeing the fastest growth. 👉 Find more about these trends in the APA survey report: https://lnkd.in/etRfShK9.  

🎧 The audiobook industry is booming! In the latest episode of "Read and Write with Natasha, I talked with Becky Parker Geist, CEO of Pro Audio Voices, to explore the trends shaping this exciting market. We cover the technological advancements that have made audiobooks more accessible, their significant impact on multitaskers, and the journey from tape to digital. We also delve into the hurdles of audiobook production and marketing. You can listen to the full episode here: https://lnkd.in/grheGtdA

Celebrate World Book Day by embracing the digital side of reading! Dive into the vast world of e-books, audiobooks and online publications. Your digital presence extends beyond just websites and social media—it includes the content you consume and share. Let's use this day to expand our digital libraries and share the joy of reading in the digital age! Comment your top 5 favorite books! #WorldBookDay #DigitalPresence #onlinereading

Wow Emmi Nicholl - thanks for this glowing review! We started xigxag as audiobook lovers - completely dissatisfied with the options available to us in the market. 😩 We built a product that we wanted to use - one that helps us finish more books despite our busy lifestyles. And we’re delighted to hear from customers who are also loving what we’ve built. 💜 Our x-book® is the most flexible way to enjoy books - offering the magic of the audiobook without missing out on any of the details of the written book. Listen, read, switch between both or read along. See illustrations and text. Lookup words you don’t understand. Take notes and share quotes and engage with other audiobook lovers around the authors and narrators you love. 🤩 At xigxag, we’re making books more accessible, engaging, easier to enjoy and more sustainable. We’re just about to wrap up an EIS round, so get in touch if you’d like to play a part in our story. And thanks again Emmi! 🫶 #audiobooks #books #accessibility #lifelonglearning #fundraising #EIS #startup

ElevenLabs Calling all Voice Actors! Now you can share your voice in the ElevenLabs Voice Library and earn money when it's used. With as little as 30 minutes of audio, you can create a voice that's ready to be used in projects around the world. Here's how it works: 1. Create a high-quality recording of your voice. 2. Submit your recording to the ElevenLabs Voice Library. 3. When your voice is used in a project, you'll earn a royalty. It's a great way to: -Earn passive income from your voice. -Get your voice heard by a global audience. -Build your portfolio and showcase your talent. #voiceacting #elevenlabs #passiveincome #sidehustle #voicesynthesis #voiceacting #voiceactor #voiceover #voiceovers #audiobooks #elevenlabs #aivoice #texttospeech #voicesynthesis #passiveincome #sidehustle #makemoneyonline #opportunities

Some changes will be made to the way holds are handled for eBooks and audiobooks in the Libby app. Learn more about this change and how to get the most out of your FREE Libby account. https://ow.ly/f6H150SPwNq

Artificial intelligence is here to stay. I like keeping up with emerging technologies, as this helps to improve efficiency and reduce costs. Now, for the first time, I’m using artificial intelligence to convert my books into audiobooks. KDP Amazon selected them for beta testing. My narrator was floored when she listened to it. Listen to a sample of “Havana: A Son’s Journey Home.” If you prefer a business book, sample “How Do You Find the Time?” https://lnkd.in/ek3DFhFK