Outlander series, book 1 outlander by diana gabaldon author davina porter narrator. Are you thinking about getting into voiceover work. 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. Davina porter, the reader for all eight outlander books so far, is beyond amazing. 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. I got started through freelancing and bidding on work, keppeler said. I bid on a short audiobook and got that, and it went well. I wasnt disappointed my only bug bear is that the narrator, davina, at times, sounded a little to listen with.
She was married, a world war ii army nurse, and at that, they were supposed to be on their second honeymoon. 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. To get started as an audiobook narrator, heres what you need. I had the privilege of interviewing audiewinning narrator noah michael levine. Through his eyes, you can get a glimpse into that secret life.
Actor kris keppeler has been doing voiceover work for over a decade. Specifically, i am talking about the first four in the series. Audiofiles exclusive interview with narrator davina porter. Outlander is a series of historical romance science fiction novels by american author diana gabaldon. 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. In 1945, claire randall, a former combat nurse, is back from the war and reunited with.
Indeed ranks job ads based on a combination of employer bids and relevance, such as your search terms and other activity on indeed. Full text of van goors englishdutch and dutchenglish. 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. I tried three times to read outlander, the first book in the outlander series. Her versatile narration shifts easily between time periods and characters, capturing the feel of each scene in her voice. 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. Jun 10, 2017 and so, i took the leap to my first audiobook. Search the worlds information, including webpages, images, videos and more.
Previously, claire and jamie worked to help their daughter. In 1945, claire randall, a former combat nurse, is back from the war and reunited with her husband on a second honeymoon. She serves as coproducer and advisor for the starz network outlander series based on her novels. It took three outlander books on the new york times bestselling list to move them to general fiction. Davina porter is known for the sheer beauty of her voice and her alwaysintelligent renditions of both classic and popular literature. Told in first person, the warmth or occasional smile in porters voice further.
Stream and download audiobooks to your computer, tablet or mobile phone. Google has many special features to help you find exactly what youre looking for. No spoilers who would you pick to narrate the outlander. Learn how to become an audiobook narrator with these. Alan cumming has dazzled audiences for years, and with his boundless energy and lilting brogue, he was a natural fit as an audiobook narrator. 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. To decide whether i really wanted to do that for real. She was the winner of audio publishers associations audie award in 2006 for best female narrator with a breath of. May 15, 2019 davina porter, audiobook narrator, was a happy accident and will read dianas books up until she davina turns 75. 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.
Voyager is the third book in diana gabaldons outlander series of eight soon to be nine. Youll want to read this article that is devoted to that topic. While i use audible, i have a friend who is not tech savvy, but shes a audiobook fanatic. We spoke with audie awardwinning narrator, tavia gilbert, to gather tips on how she launched a career as an audiobook narrator. Well, all right, to be honest, im just addicted to the series, period. Published september, 2017 by leisa good this post may contain affiliate links.
Davina started narrating for recorded books in 1985, when she narrated john prebbles culloden. Rarely have i been entertained to this degree for such a sustained period of time and thats quite a. I didnt see the outlander series before i read this book, and im glad that i didnt. I cant say enough about gabaldon or about davina porter. The audiobook standard of excellence in my opinion is undoubtedly the unabridged version of diana gabaldons outlander series as told by narrator davina porter. Im reading through the books for the first time, both listening to the audiobooks andor picking up where i left on on my ebook. Even if you have read outlander, i recommend listening to the audiobook. Audiofile magazine spoke with davina porter, narrator of the outlander series by diana gabaldon, published by recorded books photo by jo anna perrin. Many of the narrators i know either are not members of sagaftra now. Noahs advice will help you learn how to become an audiobook narrator. Just wanted to say a very heartfelt thank you to everyone who has taken the. 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. Have you listened to the audio books read by davina porter. 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.
You need to hear the closest possible representation of what your voice sounds like. 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. This was a great find in dianas research for her character development. How to get started narrating audiobooks steve marvel. This grandeur is one of the aspects that make outlander shine. 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. If you have a long commute or just devour audiobooks, i would definitely get it. Indeed may be compensated by these employers, helping keep indeed free for jobseekers. Listen to outlander by diana gabaldon available from rakuten kobo. Start a free 30day trial today and get your first audiobook free. She now makes her fulltime living from voiceovers, acting and writing.
Outlander audiobook by diana gabaldon rakuten kobo. 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. In 1945, former combat nurse claire randall has returned from the war and been reunited with her husband on a second honeymoon. I always wonder who would be a great narrator for the book im reading. Davinas celebrated readings of gabaldons outlander series have many fans. Consequently, many voiceover talent, screen and stage actors, and people in other fields are eager to become narrators. 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. Voiceover offers the writer an opportunity to introduce alternate. For the best experience please update your browser. Listen to and download drums of autumn full audiobook outlander book 4 by diana gabaldon annoying advertising.
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. What skills do you need to apply for audiobook narrator jobs. Simon the fox fraser had lots of illegitimate children. Regardless, i only recommend sites ive researched andor used and trust. A founding narrator with recorded books, davina has an impressive list of classics in. Outlander by diana gabaldon overdrive rakuten overdrive. Starz network has bought the rights to the outlander series and is on board for at least a 16 episode run. If you want to become an audiobook narrator, youre in good company. The outlander series has been released in unabridged audiobooks.
Im a huge fan of audio books in general, and these are the best. This creates a unique listening experience that combines fantasy, historical fiction, romance, adventure, and science fiction. Jan 03, 2016 one of the key ingredients in an entertaining book, however, is having the best audiobook narrators. 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. Its a long haul 32 hours but davina porter is a fantastic narrator. Seldom did i need a he said or a she said once a character was introduced. Watch out long time outlander audiobook narrator davina porter, sam heughan might be after her job. The series is simply the best read ive ever come across. If youre specifically interested in becoming an audiobook narrator, read on. She has published eight out of a planned ten volumes. 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.
It was announced via social media he would be lending his beautiful scottish voice to the audiobook for tales from the shadowhunter academy. Gabaldon began the first volume of the series, outlander, in the late 1980s, and it was published in 1991. 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. 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. Plus, youll get an additional audiobook per month after trial.
While he has a background in classical theater and film, he is well suited to audiobook narration thanks to. Outlander audiobooks listen to the full series audible. 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. Aug 09, 2018 well stop supporting this browser soon. And, like claires leap through the stones, my life has never been the same. The incomparable davina porter has brought the beloved outlander series to life. 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 is because davina porter is the narrator of the unabridged audio versions of the outlander.
Sure, her husband franks history wasnt something that. This is because davina porter is the narrator of the unabridged audio versions of the outlander book series. Audiofile magazine spotlight on author diana gabaldon. I loved her scottish brogue, and she is quite convincing in her portrayal of jamie and the other scots. Audi, the oscar of the audiobook industry, for best female narrator of the year. 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. Connect with friends, family and other people you know. 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. Share photos and videos, send messages and get updates.
Males versus female narrators fortunately i encounter few audiobooks that i out and out dislike. The outlander series started by accident in the late 1980s when i decided to write a novel for practice. How to become an audiobook narrator and work at home. Outlanders sam heughan can add audiobook narrator to his expanding resume. 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. Borrow ebooks, audiobooks, and videos from thousands of public libraries worldwide. Starzs outlander needs to kill the voiceover before the.
Most audiobook narrators go out and get their own work, mainly by reaching out to publishers individually. Rarely have i been entertained to this degree for such a sustained period of time and thats. Im on a mission to convert everyone into outlander fans and this is part of my plot. Diana gabaldon author, davina porter narrator, recorded books publisher get audible free. As someone who listens to audiobooks, i actually enjoy the parts. I highly recommend the audiobook version of outlander. 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. How to work from home parttime as an audiobook narrator. 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. Davina porter is the narrator of the unabridged audio recordings of the outlander series biography. On the other hand, there have been times that a talented reader has raised the quality of a mediocre book. A founding narrator with recorded books, davina has an impressive list of classics in her audiography, including anna karenina and madame bovary. I just chose the narrator for the audiobook version of my book chief marketing officers at work the audiobook will be published through.
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. Ive marveled at the unbelievable talent some people have for manipulating their own voices. 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. Get 50% off this audiobook at the audiobooksnow online audio book store and download or stream it right to your computer, smartphone or tablet. Narrator davina porter is practically synonymous with outlander. Outlander, diana gabaldons landmark novel of scottish lore has captured the hearts of millions of readers around the world and catapulte. Jul 06, 2012 listen to dragonfly in amber audiobook by diana gabaldon.
As you probably know, audiobooks have become mainstream entertainment. 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. Diana gabaldon author, davina porter narrator, recorded books publisher 4. Intrigue, danger and desire merge in this lush novel of loyalty and time travel. 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. Davina porter outlander narrator speaks to fans outlander tv news. I have never been this way, obsessed about any series as i am outlander. Davina porter audio narrator of outlander series speaks to. Davina porter made a comment in the group audiobooks guest narrator. How to get started as an audible narrator through acx. If the narrator s is boring or annoying to listen to, it can ruin an otherwise perfectly good book. Aug 17, 2011 my background with the outlander series. Drums of autumn full audiobook outlander book 4 by diana. It helps to have several books under ones belt before he does so.
They were odd circumstances, the ones that brought claire beauchamp and james alexander malcolm mackenzie fraser together. Voice actors of all experience levels have found this line of work to be incredibly rewarding. 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. With an overdrive account, you can save your favorite libraries for ataglance information about availability. Davinas audiobook work includes titles ranging from classics to mystery to philosophy, with an enduring thread of splendid fantasy audiobooks. Jim dale is beloved by millions of listeners for bringing the harry potter audiobooks to life. Starzs outlander needs to kill the voiceover before the voiceover kills it.
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