Narrator Spotlight: Scott Brick

Scott Brick graces Podium's September Narrator Spotlight with tales of his travels across the world and his love for his life as a professional narrator. In the world of audiobooks, Brick has narrated some of the best in fiction, such as the Dune Saga to Isaac Asimov titles to Blade Runner.

Ghost review on AudioFile!

Narrator Melissa Moran effectively draws listeners into this audiobook, which combines the paranormal, a police procedural, a mystery, and a romance into one engaging package. Archivist Andrea Kelly finds an unexpected roommate in the house she recently moved into, the ghost of 6-year-old murder victim Billie Mae. Andrea and her best friend, Detective William Taka, look into the case and those of other murdered children in the neighborhood. Moran provides a convincing childlike voice for Billie Mae and believably performs the male characters, whether they're alive, dead, good, or very bad. Listeners will be challenged to be open to paranormal possibilities and to consider the nature of love. While there are aspects of the story that stretch credibility, listeners will be drawn in by the complex characters and sustained action.

Podium heads to Dragon Con

Are you headed to Dragon Con? Be sure to stop by the Podium booth for a chance to win some amazing prizes or meet some of your favorite authors! Keep reading for more details.

Narrator Spotlight: Heath Miller

Heath Miller is absolutely prolific. As an Audiofile Earphones Award-Winner, he's shown his stuff as an excellent voice artist. But he’s also the perfect performer in all respects, from the screen to stage to the booth. The man can juggle chainsaws, perform cabaret, and tweet like his life depends on it. What can’t he do?

Last Stop From Innocence Wins an Earphones Award!

Audible All-Star Sale 🌟

3 of our titles are featured on Audible's latest "All-Star" sale 😱

The Torch that Ignites the Stars Review on AudioFile!

Narrator Spotlight: Mark Boyett

Joining us for July’s Narrator Spotlight is Mark Boyett, a fantastic and absolutely prolific narrator, narrating over 250 titles in every genre you can think of. Get to know Mark in this audio Q&A from our Narrator Spotlight series.

“A Blood of Kings” on Mary Robinette Kowal’s Blog

Bryce O'Connor joins Alyshondra Meacham to talk about A Blood of Kings, the second novel in the Shattered Reigns series written with Luke Chmilenko. The audiobook released Tuesday, 7/14, and is performed by voice artist Nick Podehl.

Ad Astra! Podium Audio and Saga Egmont Ink Deal on New Sci-Fi Catalog in Five Languages

Two of the world’s leading audio publishers have entered into a multi-language, long- term agreement to bring Podium’s bestselling sci-fi and fantasy titles available to readers and listeners in major international markets in Europe and The Americas. Find out more about this exciting new development from Podium Audio.

Vicarious Review on AudioFile!

The future in this audiobook is a world gone mad in which people live vicariously, watching the actions of others. Reality can be manipulated, and fantasy rules. Narrator Wil Wheaton knows all about science fiction from his years as Wesley Crusher on "Star Trek: The Next Generation." Boyish sounding at 48, Wheaton brings a youthful point of view to this story about a reality show called "Ignis," which spies on the inhabitants of a satellite who believe they are the last survivors of Earth. Katherine McNamara performs opposite Wheaton as a headstrong girl who forces Wheaton to see the immorality of his world. M.S.

Narrator Spotlight: Travis Baldree

Travis Baldree is a double threat. You already know the IAA and Audiofile Earphones Award-Winning performer clearly knows his stuff: He has a professional home studio where he produces and performs and has narrated countless bestselling audiobooks. What you might not have… He’s also founded two game studios and developed titles like Fate, Torchlight, and Rebel Galaxy. So who in the world is this renaissance man?

Craig Alanson Spotlight in Publishers Weekly!

After his #1 success with Breakaway (and following all the success of ExForce), Craig Alanson talks what he thinks would happen to humanity in the event of an alien invasion, why he went the indie publishing route, and what he loves about audiobooks and R.C. Bray.

Rule of Cool Review on AudioFile!

Day narrates Rule of Cool, a sidesplitting literary RPG told from the perspective of the story's monsters. As Raze, a gearblin — a mix of goblin and gremlin — uses a special code to cast aside her chains and gathers other monsters to take down the game's heroes. In this J.M.M. AudioFile Earphones Award winner, Day's performance boosts an already hilarious journey to the level of a must-listen for LitRPG fans.

“The Torch that Ignites the Stars” on Mary Robinette Kowal’s blog

After concluding their first year at Lorian Heights, Corin and his friends catch a train from their native Valia to the distant country of Caelford. For most, this would be a simple vacation. Corin has other plans. -Meet Anabelle Farren, the eccentric owner of Farren Labs, and learn about artificial attunements. -Seek out Warren Constantine, a previous Arbiter, for training and a potential alliance. -Find the visage Ferras herself to seek a cure for Sera’s condition. Of course, Corin is Corin, and there’s absolutely no chance he’s going to be able to stick to a list. …And even if Corin miraculously developed a sense of focus, he isn’t the only one with plans. The Blackstone Bandit. Everyone’s favorite mysterious book entity. The aforementioned Farren. A vacationing professor. The mirror of a figure from Keras’ past. When their plots intersect, Corin and his friends are, predictably, stuck at the center. It’s going to be a long vacation.

Narrator Spotlight: Thérèse Plummer

It's time to meet Thérèse Plummer. She is a seasoned professional behind the microphone narrating over 450 audiobooks and has amassed numerous awards for her work including the coveted Audie Award in 2020. Get to know Thérèse on a deeper level in her fascinating audio Q&A as we shine a light on her in this month's Narrator Spotlight Series.

Adjoa Andoh Performs Andre Norton’s Witch World Series

While she may be the star of Netflix's Bridgerton series, Adjoa Andoh is a force behind the microphone in her performance of legendary sci-fi author Andre Norton's Witch World series.

BookSparks Summer Reading Challenge is here!

Summer is just around the corner and what's better than a good book while sipping your favorite drink by the pool? Listening to an audiobook, that's what. Check out the Podium titles in BookSparks Summer Reading Challenge!

Richard Jackson Saga, Volume II Review on AudioFile!

This second installment in the Richard Jackson saga continues the series' focus on 1950s Americana and Ricky's streak of phenomenal successes. Listeners will enjoy Ricky's time in Hollywood as he improves his acting. Berman's rendition of actor John Wayne is faultless. In other tongue-in-cheek action, Ricky invents the curling wand, masters boxing and sword fighting, and saves young Billy Gates from drowning. Berman enhances the well-developed characters, particularly kind Ricky, as well as mouthwatering descriptions of meals and behind-the-scenes glimpses of movie making. Affectionate moments of family life, especially those that include Ricky's mum, an English WWII heroine, also contribute to this enjoyable listen. S.G.B.

Narrator Spotlight: Simon Vance

With more Audie nominations for single-voiced titles than any other male narrator and a member of the Audible Hall of Fame, Simon Vance is a force to be reckoned with. He happens to be quite a lovely person, too. Listen to his full Q&A and see what we mean.