TomSleekerVoices

Pick up a good book, and read out loud is a good way to practice. You could also look into getting a voice coach, or consider taking a class. Most of the people I know who are in the business either started out in Radio or Television, or have some background in theatre or drama. There are also websites that can help you get started...

Ah, good question. I only have so many "voices" that I can do. So at some point, I have to go back to my speaking voice... usually with characters that only have a couple of lines. It's very important to research and read the book before you commit so that you know what your getting in to. Trying to keep the characterization consistent throughout the book is the challenge. In regards to how many times I have to edit to get it just right... sometimes a lot!!! I'm the worlds worst revisionist!!

Wow... that's a hard question. There are so many great narrators out there! I'm with you on Jim Dale and Kevin Spacey... also (the late)Maya Angelou... Garrison Keillor... Donald Sutherland... Liev Schreiber

Thanks for listening, charlielovesyou!! I work for WUOM when they need me as a fill in host. Love the Public Radio audience and experience. Yes, freelance Narration/voiceover is how I make a living. Clients find me on my website, tomsleeker.com, and I do a lot of auditions for "play to play" web sites and for various producers.

Sorry... don't have experience in that area! But, I agree with you on audiobook narration! I love getting up in the morning and going to work!! And I have the best boss in the business... Me!