Audiobooks
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Your Voice. Your Message. Professionally Produced.
At Dean Publishing, we help authors turn their books into professionally produced audiobooks that connect, inspire, and sell.
Whether you’re a coach, speaker, entrepreneur, or expert, your voice is a powerful extension of your brand. Audiobooks are one of the fastest-growing formats in publishing, and now’s the time to get your message into the ears of your audience.
Why Audiobooks?
Listening to a story activates the same areas of the brain as reading, but it also unlocks deeper emotional connection through tone, inflection, and pace. Audio gives your message intimacy and immediacy that readers feel. Your audiobook isn’t just another format, it’s a whole new product, audience, and opportunity.
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1 in 10 books sold is an audiobook
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Over 60% of audiobook listening happens on smartphones
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Audio triggers deeper emotional impact than print alone
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People listen while commuting, walking, cleaning, or falling asleep
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Busy people finish more books via audio than print or eBooks
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Many listeners go on to buy the print or eBook version too
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Audiobooks are sold in over 50 countries—expanding your reach
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Authors who narrate their own books build stronger brand loyalty
What We Offer
- ✅ Studio recording at Dean Manor or remote setup guidance from your own home or office
- ✅ Local studio booking support if you prefer to record off-site
- ✅ Professional audio engineer to coach you during every session
- ✅ Script adaptation to make your manuscript audio-friendly
- ✅ Professional voice actor if you don't want to record yourself
- ✅ Full editing, mastering, and quality control
- ✅ Distribution to Audible, Spotify, Apple Books & 35+ platforms
- ✅ Marketing Launch Pack
- ✅ Remote recording setup and guidance from your own home or office
including:
- Canva templates
- Social media captions
- Email launch templates
- Marketing ideas
Why Dean Publishing?
We don’t just press record we manage the entire audiobook process for you.
From preparing your manuscript for narration to coaching you through the recording and catching errors in real-time, our team ensures your audiobook is polished, powerful, and professionally produced.
We get you well prepared before you even walk into the room, so you can record with clarity and confidence. You focus on delivering your message we’ll handle the rest.
Audiobooks sell. Let’s make sure yours works hard for your brand.
And if you’re a Dean Publishing author, we already know your book inside and out, making the process seamless and stress-free from start to finish.
NADINE MULLER
Author of A Reason to Rise
Recording my audiobook with Dean Publishing was truly a transformative experience. As a busy CEO, I needed focused time and coming to Dean Manor gave me just that. Everything was taken care of from the studio setup to the warm electric blankets so I could pour my full energy into the recording.
The team was 110% present, guiding me through every step with care and professionalism. They knew exactly when to pause, when to push, and how to support me in delivering my message with clarity and passion. Reading my words aloud was emotional and cathartic there were tears, laughter, and moments of deep reflection. I now understand the power of hearing an author’s voice. It’s not just a book, it’s a legacy.
This process has left me feeling proud, accomplished, and deeply grateful. I’m not just celebrating the finished audiobook I’m celebrating who I became through this journey. Thank you to the entire Dean Publishing team. I am forever grateful.
MARCUS PEARCE
Author of Your Exceptional Life
I’ve just finished recording the audiobook version of my 85,000–90,000-word book over the past two days — and it’s been an incredible experience. My audio engineer joined me remotely and was with me every step of the way.
His presence made a huge difference — not just technically, but emotionally too. He picked up on small details I would’ve missed on my own, like spelling errors and areas in the manuscript that needed refining. I was even able to make real-time edits as we recorded.
While I have a home setup and feel confident with technology, having his expert guidance meant I could fully focus without distractions — including my four kids! He helped me catch things I wouldn’t have noticed, like mic distance and positioning, which can make or break the listener’s experience.
Anyone who’s recorded before knows how easy it is to make those subtle mistakes. Having a professional with me the whole way through was absolutely invaluable.
A huge thank you to the team at Dean Publishing for making this process so seamless. I can’t wait for you to hear the finished audiobook!
Kelly Donougher
Author of No Fence, No Limits
Recording my audiobook at Dean Manor was such a positive and memorable experience from start to finish. The process felt seamless and supportive—I was guided every step of the way, which made what could have been an overwhelming task feel incredibly achievable and even enjoyable.
Completing the audiobook was an emotional moment for me; hearing my own story read out loud in my own voice gave the book a whole new depth. It was both surreal.
For any author feeling nervous about recording their own audiobook, I would say: trust the process and go for it. It’s such a powerful way to connect with your audience on a deeper level, and the team at Dean Publishing make the journey smooth and encouraging. I’m so grateful for the experience and would highly recommend it to others.
Ready to Get Started?
Let’s bring your words to life — with your voice, your story, and our expert support.
to explore your audiobook options today.
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Frequently Asked Questions
We recommend setting aside around three days. Timing depends on your book’s length and how fluent or confident you are with speaking. We always prioritise quality over speed.
We strongly recommend it. It’s your story and your voice brings authenticity and emotion that connects deeply with your audience. But if needed, we offer a selection of professional narrators to choose from.
Absolutely. In fact, it’s often easier. We already have your final word count, manuscript, and formatting, which speeds up the setup process.
You’ll receive a complete marketing toolkit to help you launch like a pro:
- Canva templates
- Social media captions
- Email launch templates
- Marketing ideas
- All designed to help you launch with confidence
You’ll earn 25% to 40% royalties depending on the platform. Payments are made quarterly, and we handle distribution and reporting across all channels.
