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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.
Podium’s Victoria Gerken Promoted to Publisher
Congratulations to Podium's Victoria Gerken for her much-deserved promotion.
Noobtown Levels Up with New Celebrity Narrator
Meet the new celebrity narrator of Ryan Rimmel’s Noobtown Series.
Madrenga Review on AudioFile!
Tim Gerard Reynolds narrates an immersive lighthearted fantasy epic featuring a homeless boy who is on an arduous journey. Madrenga, who brings along his trusty pony and beloved puppy, agrees to take a sensitive missive to a distant land on order of the Queen. Reynolds commits to the narration with an earnest patience that draws the listener in. Characters voices are colorful and varied, including the unsettling cadence of a necromancer and the sweet timbre of Madrenga himself. Reynolds masterfully flows from dramatic to comedic narration with aplomb. His delivery elevates Madrenga's story to the captivating heights of an action-adventure in a wondrous land. This performance is perfect for fantasy fans and listeners eager for a hard-to-put-down story. J.M.M. Winner of AudioFile Earphones Award
Wins & Losses Review on AudioFile!
Narrators Chance Smolders and Wesleigh Siobhan's electric chemistry makes this enticing romance a must-listen audio experience. After the loss of her father, Carmen, a former college basketball star, moves home to care for her teenage brother. Siobhan's soft, easygoing voice has a natural conversational quality. Her performance moves between playful and stern as Carmen adjusts to her new parenting role. Luckily, Nasir, her brother's basketball coach, is also there to help, and there is an instant attraction between him and Carmen. Smolders's smooth, velvety voice was made for audio and is a perfect fit for the charming and protective coach. The narrators ramp up their performances to bring the flirtatious dialogue to life as Carmen and Nasir bond over their love of basketball and family. J.E.C.
Podium Audio Now Available in Costco
Podium Audio titles have landed in Costco with the launch of their new Audiobook store and iOS App. Continue reading for the full list of Podium titles included.
Narrator Spotlight: JD Jackson
Fresh off being selected as one of AudioFile's Golden Voices in 2020, the truly talented JD Jackson continues to wow listeners with his narrating skills. Learn more about the voice acting pro in this month's Narrator Spotlight.
Ruins of the Galaxy Selected as an Audie Award Finalist
The action-packed military sci-fi novel from authors JN Chaney & Christopher Hopper - brought to life by the great R.C. Bray - has been selected as an Audie Award finalist in the Science Fiction category! Find out more including when the winners will be announced!
Narrator Spotlight: Ray Porter
When he's not on the big screen as Darkseid in "Zack Snyder's Justice League" you can find Ray Porter behind a microphone as an audiobook narrator. We asked Ray some playful questions to learn more about what makes him tick - watch the full Q&A here.
“New and Notable Audiobook Releases for the Week of February 13th on Brian’s Book Blog,” Into Darkness
Into Darkness by T.J. Brearton Narrated by Bailey Carr. They have been judged. The verdict – guilty. The sentence – death. Two beautiful young women are found strangled, their bodies meticulously washed and groomed. The only thing they have in common: Both worked as reporters for local TV stations.
“New and Notable Audiobook Releases for the Week of February 13th on Brian’s Book Blog,” Exodus Ark: Volume 1
Exodus Ark: Volume 1 by J.N. Chaney Narrated by Jeffrey Kafer Contains books one and two of Exodus Ark, a thrilling new military sci-fi series from USA Today best-selling author J.N. Chaney.
Interview: Audiobook Narrator Gary Bennett
Breaking into the Audiobook Business and Becoming a Successful Narrator ! “An audiobook narrator does not read their books…. they act them. We are voice actors, and our job is to act the scenes in the book and to become the characters so that the author’s words come alive for the listener.” – Gary Bennett
Ever Winter Review on Audiofile! Earphones Award Winner
Folks picking up this audiobook because it is narrated by Dan Stevens ("Downton Abbey") will not be disappointed. Stevens proves once again that his acting training translates perfectly to audiobook narration. The postapocalyptic ice world of this fantasy features a spoken language that is an amalgamation of English, Spanish, and a bit of futuristic slang that derives from both. Stevens sounds like a native speaker, allowing listeners to feel immersed. When the plot starts to wander, Stevens's magnificent delivery retains one's attention. He shows off his considerable talent when he drops in and out of characters' voices, convincing listeners they are hearing a full cast. A.R.F. Winner of AudioFile Earphones Award.
Podium Audio Moves Popular Titles to Audible’s New Subscription Tier Audible Plus
Unlimited Access to Titles from Popular Podium Authors Craig Alanson, Terry Mancour, Edward W. Robertson and more.
Narrator Spotlight: January LaVoy
With hundreds of audiobook titles to her credit, January LaVoy has received more than thirty Earphones Awards and eighteen Audie Award nominations (including seven wins). Learn all about January in this month's Narrator Spotlight feature.
The Salvage Crew is one of Polygon’s Best Sci-Fi Books in 2020
The Salvage Crew by Yudhanjaya Wijeratne made Polygon's Best Sci-Fi Books of 2020 list. 2020 was quite the year for science fiction, but it wasn’t all about escaping to other worlds. It’s easy to imagine flights of fancy in a spaceship to be a reprieve to reality, but science fiction and fantasy literature is the product of people with real concerns about the real world, and accordingly, they write about the challenges that we see in the world around us.
Before You Say I Do Review on AudioFile!
Romance listeners who relish familiar tropes will be drawn to this audiobook about a bride-to-be who suddenly falls for someone new. The bride is Abby, an overachiever who is engaged to marry kind, conventional Marcus when she unexpectedly develops feelings for her professional bridesmaid, Jordan. Narrating in a warm tone and crisp British accent, Justine Eyre gradually introduces notes of uncertainty as the wedding looms and the women's connection intensifies, leading to breathless moments of irresistible attraction, including a steamy interlude in an airplane bathroom. Eyre also proves her agility with dialogue by shifting through a variety of character accents, ranging from Marcus's posh tones to the strident burr of Abby's proud Scottish mum. The overall effect is entertaining without being showy.
Download the Official Ascend Online Micro RPG Game
We worked with game developers Keith Baker & Jenn Ellis of Twogether Studios to design a micro RPG game for the massive litRPG Ascend Online universe created by author Luke Chmilenko.
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