Metadata: a set of data that describes and gives information about other data. It helps our partner platforms categorize your audiobook so that potential listeners can find it!
Here at Author’s Republic, we’re constantly expanding our network of partnerships to ensure that your audiobooks reach the widest audience possible. We’re thrilled to announce that we’ve partnered with six new sales channels! Check them out...
Most of us have a bit of a love/hate relationship with social media. It can reel you in, leaving you feeling unproductive, but in the 21st century, it is pretty much a requirement for any brand. And as an author, you are indeed a brand.
As an author, having a website is a must. When readers are looking into your books, you want them to find a polished, up-to-date website that features your books, where to buy them, and of course, you!
Yet another perk of distributing your audiobook with Author’s Republic: instead of using a blanket pricing system you get to set your own MSRP (manufacturer’s suggested retail price). We’re here to support authors. So in nearly every case the price t...
Questions about tax forms? You're not alone!
Which tax form will I be receiving? When? How? We've got you covered.
If you’ve earned at least $10 in royalties in the prior tax year, when tax season rolls around you can expect to receive a tax for...
Before we’re able to start selling your audiobook and getting you your hard earned royalties, we’ll need you to fill out and upload a tax form. Which one should you submit?
Your audiobook must meet specific audio requirements to be submitted to each of our partner platforms. Each platform has a different set of requirements. The specifications below are in place so you can get your audiobook onto as many platforms as po...
So, what goes into each finished hour of your audiobook production? Everything it takes to create professional retail-ready audio files! Each finished hour of audio typically takes around 3+ hours of work. A 10-hour audiobook may take 30+ hours of ac...
You’ve worked hard to get your project from concept to final manuscript, to an audiobook. Now it’s time to get your project on as many platforms as possible, to as many listeners as possible.
What is the cost to produce an audiobook? Well, it depends! The cost of creating your audiobook with a professional audiobook narrator through The Author’s Republic Studio will depend on the length of your audiobook and the per finished hour (PFH) ra...