I highly recommend the audiobook version of outlander. Diana gabaldon, author of the bestselling outlander and lord john grey historical fiction novels, first met davina porter, narrator of the outlander books, at a library fundraiser. I thought it was boring, the detail was tedious, and i was wondering why everyone was raving about the book and how it earned its high ratings. Dont be put off by the intimidating size of each book they are a totally addictive read and you will find yourself whizzing through them and wanting to reread from the beginning. I negotiated with my publisher for the full rights to the audiobook, so i get the full proceeds of each sale after audible takes its cut, which equates to 40% of each sale. Outlanders sam heughan can add audiobook narrator to his expanding resume. Davina is particularly well known for narrating diana gabaldons outlander series and in 2006 received her second audie for best female narrator of the year for her recording of a breath of snow and ashes. Noahs advice will help you learn how to become an audiobook narrator. I tried three times to read outlander, the first book in the outlander series. Outlander, diana gabaldons landmark novel of scottish lore has captured the hearts of millions of readers around the world and catapulted her to the top of the new york times bestseller list. I wasnt disappointed my only bug bear is that the narrator, davina, at times, sounded a little to listen with.
Davina porter outlander narrator speaks to fans outlander tv news. While he has a background in classical theater and film, he is well suited to audiobook narration thanks to. She has published eight out of a planned ten volumes. It was announced via social media he would be lending his beautiful scottish voice to the audiobook for tales from the shadowhunter academy. Intrigue, danger and desire merge in this lush novel of loyalty and time travel. I loved her scottish brogue, and she is quite convincing in her portrayal of jamie and the other scots. My first obsession was thornbirds on tv but nothing like i am now thank you for this interview with the first narrator and the only one i can listen to.
Full text of van goors englishdutch and dutchenglish. I bid on a short audiobook and got that, and it went well. Her versatile narration shifts easily between time periods and characters, capturing the feel of each scene in her voice. Voyager is the third book in diana gabaldons outlander series of eight soon to be nine. Ive now watched the series and although it sticks to the books most of the time, some of the deviations are fairly critical to understanding the character developments and i now see why some of the more controversial scenes in the series garnished so much attention. Davina porter made a comment in the group audiobooks guest narrator. Told in first person, the warmth or occasional smile in porters voice further. The tales of her first mistaken trip to the highlands of 18th century scotland seeming so distant, this 20th century nurse now resides in colonial america with her husband, jamie fraser. Outlander by diana gabaldon overdrive rakuten overdrive. Share photos and videos, send messages and get updates. Davina porter is the narrator of the unabridged audio recordings of the outlander series biography. Males versus female narrators fortunately i encounter few audiobooks that i out and out dislike. A founding narrator with recorded books, davina has an impressive list of classics in.
Stream and download audiobooks to your computer, tablet or mobile phone. Voiceover offers the writer an opportunity to introduce alternate. Through his eyes, you can get a glimpse into that secret life. Davina started narrating for recorded books in 1985, when she narrated john prebbles culloden.
I got started through freelancing and bidding on work, keppeler said. Jun 10, 2017 and so, i took the leap to my first audiobook. Sep 30, 2015 say the name davina porter to a group of outlander fans and you are sure to get more than a few smiles, and many will say her voice is the voice of their claire and jamie. Sep 28, 2005 outlander, diana gabaldons landmark novel of scottish lore has captured the hearts of millions of readers around the world and catapulted her to the top of the new york times bestseller list. How to get started as an audible narrator through acx.
Previously, claire and jamie worked to help their daughter. As you probably know, audiobooks have become mainstream entertainment. The audiobook s 10 chapters are organized to help you recognize the important milestones along the road to selfdiscovery, laying out what you really need in order to achieve personal contentment and what lifes detours are there to teach us. Outlander audiobook by diana gabaldon rakuten kobo. What skills do you need to apply for audiobook narrator jobs. I just chose the narrator for the audiobook version of my book chief marketing officers at work the audiobook will be published through. Seldom did i need a he said or a she said once a character was introduced. The narrator for the outlander series does a great job, but im not a huge fan of her voices for a lot of the male characters.
In 1945, claire randall, a former combat nurse, is back from the war and reunited with. The series is simply the best read ive ever come across. This stunning blend of historical romance and time traveling adventure has captured the hearts of millions of readers around the world and catapulted author diana gabaldon to the top of the new york times best seller list. Sure, her husband franks history wasnt something that. This creates a unique listening experience that combines fantasy, historical fiction, romance, adventure, and science fiction. Diana gabaldon author, davina porter narrator, recorded books publisher get audible free. Theres something wonderfully entertaining about hearing someone tell a vivid story, or seeing a fictional character come to life thanks to the voice behind it. Narrator davina porter is practically synonymous with outlander.
Im a huge fan of audio books in general, and these are the best. They had asked me to talk about how i write, says gabaldon, who was the headline speaker, and after i did my shtick, davina read an excerpt of my bookin. Regardless, i only recommend sites ive researched andor used and trust. Most audiobook narrators go out and get their own work, mainly by reaching out to publishers individually. Gabaldon began the first volume of the series, outlander, in the late 1980s, and it was published in 1991. Aug 09, 2018 well stop supporting this browser soon.
You need to hear the closest possible representation of what your voice sounds like. An echo in the bone book information author diana gabaldon audiobook narrator davina porter publication dates september 22, 2009 publisher delacorte press isbn 9780385342452 see also the space between related pages chapter guide major characters minor characters literary references music an echo in the bone is the seventh novel in the outlander series of novels by diana gabaldon. I always wonder who would be a great narrator for the book im reading. Indeed may be compensated by these employers, helping keep indeed free for jobseekers. Outlander audiobooks listen to the full series audible. This sequel hurdles the audience back into claires past as she details the difficult journey she must endure with james fraser, her scottish warrior husband. Published september, 2017 by leisa good this post may contain affiliate links. As someone who listens to audiobooks, i actually enjoy the parts.
She was the winner of audio publishers associations audie award in 2006 for best female narrator with a breath of. Davina porter audio narrator of outlander series speaks to. They were odd circumstances, the ones that brought claire beauchamp and james alexander malcolm mackenzie fraser together. Just wanted to say a very heartfelt thank you to everyone who has taken the. Drums of autumn full audiobook outlander book 4 by diana. Listen to and download drums of autumn full audiobook outlander book 4 by diana gabaldon annoying advertising. Im reading through the books for the first time, both listening to the audiobooks andor picking up where i left on on my ebook. Audi, the oscar of the audiobook industry, for best female narrator of the year. Are you thinking about getting into voiceover work. The outlander series has been released in unabridged audiobooks.
She now makes her fulltime living from voiceovers, acting and writing. An echo in the bone book information author diana gabaldon audiobook narrator davina porter publication dates september 22, 2009 publisher delacorte press isbn 9780385342452 see also the space between related pages chapter guide major characters minor characters literary references music an echo in the bone is the seventh novel in the outlander series of novels by. How to get started narrating audiobooks steve marvel. This is because davina porter is the narrator of the unabridged audio versions of the outlander. This is because davina porter is the narrator of the unabridged audio versions of the outlander book series.
If you want to become an audiobook narrator, youre in good company. As an audiobook narrator, youll simply be turning print and digital books into audio files by reading them cover to cover in your attractive voice. Start a free 30day trial today and get your first audiobook free. Jim dale is beloved by millions of listeners for bringing the harry potter audiobooks to life.
Audiofile magazine spoke with davina porter, narrator of the outlander series by diana gabaldon, published by recorded books photo by jo anna perrin. Aug 17, 2011 my background with the outlander series. I did, and i didand here we all are, still trying to figure out what the heck you call books that nobody can describe, but that fortunately most people seem to enjoy. How to work from home parttime as an audiobook narrator. It was announced via social media he would be lending his beautiful scottish voice to the audiobook for tales from the shadowhunter academy outlander s sam heughan can add audiobook narrator to his expanding resume. In 1945, claire randall, a former combat nurse, is back from the war and reunited with her husband on a second honeymoon. Many of the narrators i know either are not members of sagaftra now. Plus, youll get an additional audiobook per month after trial. The incomparable davina porter has brought the beloved outlander series to life. Outlander series, book 1 outlander by diana gabaldon author davina porter narrator. Google has many special features to help you find exactly what youre looking for. Diana gabaldon author, davina porter narrator, recorded books publisher 4. Davinas celebrated readings of gabaldons outlander series have many fans.
How i chose a narrator for my audiobook josh steimle. She serves as coproducer and advisor for the starz network outlander series based on her novels. I cant say enough about gabaldon or about davina porter. If the narrator s is boring or annoying to listen to, it can ruin an otherwise perfectly good book. Rarely have i been entertained to this degree for such a sustained period of time and thats. Davinas audiobook work includes titles ranging from classics to mystery to philosophy, with an enduring thread of splendid fantasy audiobooks. I had the privilege of interviewing audiewinning narrator noah michael levine. If youre specifically interested in becoming an audiobook narrator, read on.
On the other hand, there have been times that a talented reader has raised the quality of a mediocre book. While i use audible, i have a friend who is not tech savvy, but shes a audiobook fanatic. Audiofiles exclusive interview with narrator davina porter. It helps to have several books under ones belt before he does so. With an overdrive account, you can save your favorite libraries for ataglance information about availability. We spoke with audie awardwinning narrator, tavia gilbert, to gather tips on how she launched a career as an audiobook narrator. Outlander is a series of historical romance science fiction novels by american author diana gabaldon. Its a long haul 32 hours but davina porter is a fantastic narrator. Specifically, i am talking about the first four in the series. For the best experience please update your browser. Get 50% off this audiobook at the audiobooksnow online audio book store and download or stream it right to your computer, smartphone or tablet.
The story lines flow from one book to the next and together they form and epic tale that is rich in both settings, characters and historical events. Simon the fox fraser had lots of illegitimate children. Learn how to become an audiobook narrator with these. No spoilers who would you pick to narrate the outlander. Ive marveled at the unbelievable talent some people have for manipulating their own voices. To get started as an audiobook narrator, heres what you need. Borrow ebooks, audiobooks, and videos from thousands of public libraries worldwide. She was married, a world war ii army nurse, and at that, they were supposed to be on their second honeymoon. A founding narrator with recorded books, davina has an impressive list of classics in her audiography, including anna karenina and madame bovary. This grandeur is one of the aspects that make outlander shine. Youll want to read this article that is devoted to that topic. Audiofile magazine spotlight on author diana gabaldon. Well, all right, to be honest, im just addicted to the series, period. Jul 10, 2014 if youre already a fan of diana gabaldons killer series outlander, i think i know how youre spending your time these days.
This was a great find in dianas research for her character development. Im on a mission to convert everyone into outlander fans and this is part of my plot. It took three outlander books on the new york times bestselling list to move them to general fiction. In 1945, former combat nurse claire randall has returned from the war and been reunited with her husband on a second honeymoon. So i bought outlander a historical novel has wrongly been labelled a romantic fiction should be relabelled as a historical fiction, i enjoyed in paper form but listening to it on audiobook really really makes a difference, davina porter the narrator has a natural gift at bringing the various characters to life. Search the worlds information, including webpages, images, videos and more. Davina is particularly well known for narrating diana gabaldons outlander series and in 2006 received her second audie for best female narrator of the year. Actor kris keppeler has been doing voiceover work for over a decade. I didnt see the outlander series before i read this book, and im glad that i didnt. The audiobook standard of excellence in my opinion is undoubtedly the unabridged version of diana gabaldons outlander series as told by narrator davina porter. Rarely have i been entertained to this degree for such a sustained period of time and thats quite a. Davina porter audio narrator of outlander series speaks. Davina porter is known for the sheer beauty of her voice and her alwaysintelligent renditions of both classic and popular literature.
They encourage new audiobook narrators to take the time to spend 67 hours per day reading a book out loud and record their voice to ensure the performance shows acting talent, professional delivery, clear diction, positive energy, and consistency from beginning to end. Starzs outlander needs to kill the voiceover before the voiceover kills it. Davina porter audio narrator of outlander series speaks to fans at fall for the books posted on september 30, 2015 by ashley fendt by outlandertvnews say the name davina porter to a group of outlander fans and you are sure to get more than a few smiles, and many will say her voice is the voice of their claire and jamie. Mar 30, 2012 outlander, diana gabaldons landmark novel of scottish lore has captured the hearts of millions of readers around the world and catapulted her to the top of the new york times bestseller list. Outlander, dragonfly in amber, voyager, and drums of autumn. Outlander, diana gabaldons landmark novel of scottish lore has captured the hearts of millions of readers around the world and catapulte. How to become an audiobook narrator and work at home. And, like claires leap through the stones, my life has never been the same. Hullo, im davina porter, and have had the fun and privilege of narrating the entire outlander series by diana gabaldon, from the initial book up to the latest one, written in my own hearts blood. Alan cumming has dazzled audiences for years, and with his boundless energy and lilting brogue, he was a natural fit as an audiobook narrator. The outlander series started by accident in the late 1980s when i decided to write a novel for practice. Starz network has bought the rights to the outlander series and is on board for at least a 16 episode run.
Golden voice narrator davina porter has performed not only the entire outlander series by diana gabaldon, but also other fantasy classics including many of marion zimmer bradley avalon audiobooks, and erika. If you have a long commute or just devour audiobooks, i would definitely get it. Have you listened to the audio books read by davina porter. Jul 06, 2012 listen to dragonfly in amber audiobook by diana gabaldon. Davina porter, the reader for all eight outlander books so far, is beyond. Indeed ranks job ads based on a combination of employer bids and relevance, such as your search terms and other activity on indeed. Jan 03, 2016 one of the key ingredients in an entertaining book, however, is having the best audiobook narrators. May 15, 2019 davina porter, audiobook narrator, was a happy accident and will read dianas books up until she davina turns 75. Connect with friends, family and other people you know. Davina porter, the reader for all eight outlander books so far, is beyond amazing. Voice actors of all experience levels have found this line of work to be incredibly rewarding. Say the name davina porter to a group of outlander fans and you are sure to get more than a few smiles, and many will say her voice is the voice of their claire and jamie. May 15, 2019 on the subject of time travelscience fiction the first publisher of outlander needed to label the book and it was decided that romance was the betterselling category.
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