Expand Your Reach, Amplify Your Story!

Turn your book into a high-quality audiobook and reach millions of new listeners globally. PortableVoices studios, our production division, we specialize in transforming books into engaging, professionally narrated audiobooks that are distributed across multiple platforms, including our own PortableVoices store, Audible, Apple Books, Spotify, and more! 

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Why Convert Your Book into an Audiobook?

The demand for audiobooks is booming worldwide, with millions of listeners switching from traditional reading to audio formats.

Audiobook sales increase earnings by opening new sales channels beyond print and eBooks.

Listeners worldwide can access your audiobook on top platforms like Audible, Spotify, and Apple Books. 

We provide expert voice talent, sound engineering, and production quality that matches global publishing standards. 

Our team handles everything, from narration to mastering, so you can focus on writing your next book. 

How It Works

Step-by-Step Audiobook Conversion Process

Converting your book into an audiobook with PortableVoices is a seamless, guided process. We handle everything from narration and recording to distribution and marketing, ensuring your audiobook reaches the widest possible audience.

Upload your manuscript in PDF, Word, or ePub format. Our team will review the book’s word count, complexity, and style to determine the estimated audiobook length and pricing.

  • Minimum book length: 3,000 words (Approx. 15 mins)
  • Average audiobook length: 4-10 hours (Based on word count)
  • File types accepted: .doc, .docx, .pdf, .epub, .txt

📌 Pricing Insight:

  • Short books (15 mins – 1 hour): Starting at KES 15,000
  • Standard books (1 – 4 hours): Starting at KES 40,000 – 80,000
  • Long books (4 – 10+ hours): Starting at KES 100,000+ 

Your book’s success depends on how it’s narrated. Choose from the following options:

1. Self-Narration (You Record It)

  • If you prefer to narrate your own book, we provide professional recording guidelines, coaching, and editing services.
  • You’ll need a quiet space and a good microphone, or you can book our studio for professional-quality recording.

Cost: KES 15,000 – 25,000 for editing, mastering & formatting.

2. Professional Voice Narration

  • Select from our pool of professional voice actors (male & female voices available).
  • We’ll match the right voice to your book’s tone, whether it’s fiction, business, or self-help.
  • You’ll get a demo recording for approval before full production begins.

Cost: KES 4,500 per finished hour (includes narration, editing & mastering).

3. Multi-Voice Production & Dramatic Storytelling 

  • Ideal for fiction, plays, or immersive storytelling.
  • Includes multiple voice actors, background music, and sound effects for a rich listening experience.

Cost: KES 7,000 – 10,000 per finished hour

Once narration begins, our production team ensures high-quality audio that meets global standards.

✅ Professional recording & audio mastering
✅ Noise reduction & volume balancing
✅ Multiple quality checks before final approval

Production Timeline:

  • Short audiobooks (15 mins – 1 hour) → 3 – 5 days
  • Standard audiobooks (1 – 4 hours) → 1 – 2 weeks
  • Long audiobooks (4 – 10+ hours) → 2 – 4 weeks 

Before release, you’ll review the final audiobook. You can:

  • Request minor changes or corrections
  • Approve the final version for distribution

🔄 One free revision is included before final delivery. Additional changes cost KES 2,500 per hour of recording. 

Once approved, your audiobook is distributed to leading platforms, ensuring maximum reach and revenue.

✅ PortableVoices Store (Direct sales & streaming)
✅ Audible & Amazon
✅ Apple Books & iTunes
✅ Google Play Books
✅ Spotify, Deezer & Music Streaming Platforms
✅ OverDrive & Public Library Networks

📌 Earnings Model:

  • You receive 80% of net sales revenue
  • PortableVoices retains 20% for distribution & marketing

💰 Potential Earnings Example:

  • Audiobook price: KES 1,500 per copy
  • 100 copies sold = KES 120,000 to you!
  • Subscription royalties paid per stream (KES 50 – 300 per listen)

Pricing & Packages

Self-Narration Package
  • Record your own book (Guidance + Editing & Mastering)
  • Studio access available (Extra cost)
  • Best for authors comfortable narrating their work
Standard Audiobook Package
  • Professional narration (Single voice actor)
  • Studio-quality editing & mastering
  • Full distribution to global platforms 
Premium Multi-Voice Production
  • Multiple voice actors & sound effects
  • Immersive storytelling experience
  • Best for fiction, drama & high-quality productions

WANT TO PRODUCE AN AUDIOBOOK?

Contact us today to discuss how we can help.

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Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)

The production time depends on the length of your book and the type of narration you choose. Here’s an estimate:

  • Short books (15 mins – 1 hour): 3 – 5 days
  • Standard books (1 – 4 hours): 1 – 2 weeks
  • Long books (4 – 10+ hours): 2 – 4 weeks
  • Dramatized audiobooks (multiple voices & sound effects): 3 – 6 weeks

We prioritize quality and ensure thorough editing, mastering, and quality checks before delivering the final product. 

We accept the following formats:

  • PDF (.pdf)
  • Word Documents (.doc, .docx)
  • EPUB (.epub)
  • Text Files (.txt)

If your book is in a different format, let us know, and we will guide you on how to convert it. 

 

Yes! If you prefer to narrate your own book, we offer:

  • Studio access for high-quality recording
  • Coaching & guidance to enhance narration skills
  • Professional editing & mastering to meet global standards

💰 Self-Narration Package: KES 15,000 – 25,000 (Editing & mastering included).

If you need studio access, additional fees may apply. 

We have a pool of professional voice actors available in different tones, accents, and styles. You can:

  • Choose from sample voice clips
  • Request a custom demo reading
  • Specify gender, accent, and tone preferences

If you’re unsure, our team will match your book with the best-suited narrator for an engaging listening experience. 

Our pricing covers a complete, end-to-end production process, including:

✅ Professional narration (Self-narrated or voice actor)
✅ Audio recording & mastering (High-quality sound)
✅ Noise reduction & volume balancing
✅ Editing for clarity & smoothness
✅ Quality assurance & final approval process
✅ Distribution to top audiobook platforms

There are no hidden fees—everything is transparent! 

Pricing depends on the book’s length and production style:

  • Short books (15 min – 1 hr): KES 15,000 – 40,000
  • Standard books (1 – 4 hrs): KES 40,000 – 80,000
  • Long books (4 – 10+ hrs): KES 100,000+
  • Multi-voice & dramatized audiobooks: KES 7,000 – 10,000 per finished hour

We provide a custom quote based on your book’s word count and complexity. 

Your audiobook will be available on:

✅ PortableVoices Store (Direct sales & streaming)
✅ Audible & Amazon
✅ Apple Books & iTunes
✅ Google Play Books
✅ Spotify, Deezer & Music Streaming Platforms
✅ OverDrive & Public Library Networks

This ensures maximum exposure and sales potential across global platforms. 

You earn through:

💰 Direct Sales Revenue: You keep 80% of audiobook sales
🎧 Streaming Royalties: Earn per play on subscription platforms
📚 Library Licensing: Earn when libraries buy access to your audiobook

💡 Example: If your audiobook sells for KES 1,500 per copy and you sell 100 copies, you make KES 120,000! 

You retain full ownership of your content. PortableVoices only holds distribution rights and earns a 20% royalty share on sales made through our platform.

You can:
✔ Set your audiobook price
✔ Retain all copyrights
✔ Remove your audiobook anytime

Your audiobook remains 100% yours—we help you monetize and distribute it effectively. 

Getting started is simple!

📩 Step 1: Upload your book (Submit your manuscript)
🎙 Step 2: Choose a narrator (Self-narration or professional voice actor)
🔊 Step 3: Recording & production (Editing & mastering included)
🚀 Step 4: Approval & distribution (Sell globally!) 

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