Audioshelf

Series or Standalone? That is the question. In this episode, Britney and Brad discuss what series are good and what series should have been a standalone. Both Hollywood and publishers are seeing dollar signs when it comes to books that can be turned into long, drawn out sagas, but is that the right way to go? What does the reader think? If we missed any series OR standalone classics, make sure to let us know! Read More: https://audioshelf.me/episodes/book-series-standalones-podcast * Get Our Audiobook!: https://www.audible.com/pd/B07GRJ45R1/?source_code=AUDFPWS0223189MWU-BK-ACX0-125889&ref=acx_bty_BK_ACX0_125889_pd_us

Today's episode is ALL about famous peoples' autobiographies. Join Britney and Brad as they chat about which celebrity autobiography is worth the read and which celebrity autobiography is a waste of time. This is a literary hot button issue that you may or may not agree with, but we promise you we'll make you think more about the question you never knew you had: Is this celebrity's life worth hearing about? Read More: https://audioshelf.me/episodes/audioshelf-talks-biographies-book-world-audio * Get it on Audible: https://amzn.to/2MTks6T

What happens when two podcast hosts audition for a dual narrated audiobook? THEY GET IT!! Join Britney and Brad as they discuss their first ever dual narration journey. Together, these two besties get the once in a lifetime chance to narrate Left Hanging by Cindy Dorminy—a romance between two people who can’t seem to get together because of a little thing called fate. This is the second audiobook that Team AudioShelf has narrated and Britney and Brad don’t miss a beat when providing honest review—even for themselves! Pick up a copy: https://adbl.co/2PxDX22 Read More: https://audioshelf.me/episodes/Left-Hanging-Cindy-Dorminy-Britney-Clause-Bradley-Spoon * Get it on Audible: https://adbl.co/2PxDX22

We go hard on Jane Lynch and an unsuspecting Anna Kendrick. Once upon a time, there was a magical land where everyone was able to buy anything you could imagine and have it delivered to your house in 5-7 business days, as well as leave personal (sometimes hilarious) opinions about that purchase to help guide others to have the ultimate buying experience. That magical land is called...Amazon. Join Britney and Brad as they discuss the audiobook, Funny Amazon Reviews, by Jane Lynch. This book is pretty much Jane Lynch being Sue from Glee being Jane Lynch. Thank you to Paul from Audiobookreviewer.com for being a producer on this episode! Read More: https://audioshelf.me/episodes/funny-amazon-reviews-jane-lynch-audiobook * Get it on Audible: https://amzn.to/2MZZgLL * Visit Website: https://audiobookreviewer.com/

Who ordered some poached eggs? We did! Join Britney and Brad as they talk about the short story, The Last Elephant in New York City written by Elizabeth Kelly and narrated by Richard Rieman. This audiobook tells a story of a wildlife ranger, a researcher, and an elephant that brings them together. Based on a true story, The Last Elephant in NYC does it’s best to shine a light on the negative real life poaching epidemic and the treatment of beloved animals within the zoo environment. Will AudioShelf “trumpet” the words Shelf It? Or will they shove this short story off a Ghanaian cliff? This episode of the AudioShelf Podcast is sponsored by The Audio Flow by Jocqueline M. Protho, The Audio Flow, LLC Read More: https://audioshelf.me/episodes/the-last-elephant-in-new-york-city-elizabeth-kelly * Get it on Audible: https://amzn.to/2oehds8 * Visit Website: http://www.theaudioflow.com/

Sup·port: Webster defines this as "to give assistance to; enable to function or act; a thing that bears the weight of something or keeps it upright." In this episode, Britney and Brad discuss a topic that has been brewing for quite some time. Join them as they look at who has been supportive of their AudioShelf journey and who, honestly, has not. Without naming names, Britney and Brad make a list of who has been there to see them take AudioShelf from a hobby podcast to something that has significant meaning in the literary community. Did you make the list? Find out and see on this special episode of AudioShelf Read More: https://audioshelf.me/episodes/audioshelf-rants-podcaster-support

What do you get when you put together conspiracy theories, artificial intelligence, and failed theatre dreams? You get C.A. Gray’s Uncanny Valley. In this episode, AudioShelf changes it’s format once again to heighten the experience of an audiobook-listener. Britney asks Brad questions about Uncanny Valley. In turn, Brad tries to “sell” Britney on the audiobook. Does Brad do a good job at promoting Uncanny Valley? Find out on today’s episode! Read More: https://audioshelf.me/episodes/uncanny-valley-ca-gray * Get it on Audible: https://amzn.to/2L61STu * Visit Website: http://www.authorcagray.com/

Choose Your Own Adventure: Part 2. Join Britney and Brad as they go on another random read-aloud story journey. This time, the duo end up reading a story that challenges their ethics and morality—sounds like fun? Join in and follow along this episode of AudioShelf! Also, a discussion about Amanda Bynes happens! Read More: https://audioshelf.me/episodes/choose-adventure-part-2-audioshelf-reads * Visit Website: http://textadventures.co.uk/games/view/xfoza30kw0klfcpokxzw9w/existential-choose-your-own-adventure

HUGE NEWS! A couple months ago, Britney narrated her FIRST audiobook, Bryxx, by Tarisa Marie. In this episode, Britney talks about her first experience narrating—challenges, successes, and the overall likes and dislikes when it comes to reading aloud someone else’s words. Also, Brad reviews Britney’s narration and doesn’t hold back! AudioShelf reviews it’s own host? What’s not to love! Let’s hope Britney and Brad are still best friends after this one... Read More: https://audioshelf.me/episodes/narrating-audiobook-audioshelf-talks * Get it on Audible: https://amzn.to/2MmMwyo

Being original is hard. Adapting a novel into a Movie or TV Show is easy...for Hollywood at least. Join Britney and Brad as they discuss the Book-To-Screen successes, failures, and underrated adaptions. Does your favorite make the list? Find out on today’s episode of AudioShelf. Read More: https://audioshelf.me/episodes/tv-show-movie-book-adaptations * Get it on Audible: https://amzn.to/2Mx4JXb * Watch Online: https://amzn.to/2KFe7WM

Audiobooks Rule! Join Britney and Brad as they provide you with several reasons why audiobooks are the coolest invention since sliced bread. Reading paperback and hardbacks are fun an all, but AudioShelf wants to set the record straight that Audiobooks are all the rage right now. From artistic storytelling to accessibility, Audiobooks are the way to go! Give em a try—you can thank us later! Read More: https://audioshelf.me/episodes/audiobooks-listening-reading

Blessed be the fruit, everyone...we’re back with another episode this week. Earlier in the week, we talked about the book, NOW we talk about the TV show. Hulu’s The Handmaid’s Tale has won several awards, received both positive critic and raving fan reviews, and has scared the living crap out of the liberals of America. That’s right...The Handmaid’s Tale has set the world on fire and AudioShelf is about to put it out with this hilarious, smart, and poignant episode—if we do say so ourselves. Enjoy! Read More: https://audioshelf.me/episodes/handmaids-tale-tv-show * Watch It!: https://amzn.to/2n62aQN

A classic novel. A smash hit TV Show. And now an AudioShelf episode. The Handmaid’s Tale is a riveting story of how society’s women have their independence, dignity, and humanity stripped down by an evil patriarchy that believe women should not be in charge of their own bodies, lives, and decisions. Sound familiar, 2018? Join Britney and Brad as they delve into Margaret Atwood’s dystopian novel that had EVERYONE talking during this current political atmosphere. Read More: https://audioshelf.me/episodes/the-handmaids-tale-margaret-atwood * Get it on Audible: https://amzn.to/2M3cILl

Today we are chatting with THE Kimberly Belle, or as we like to call her: The Queen of Thriller Mysteries. If you don't know Kimberly, where the heck have you been hiding? She is the internationally bestselling author of The Marriage Lie, The Last Breath, The Ones We Trust, and, her most recent release, Three Days Missing. She has a knack for crazy endings, topical issues, and giving a strong voice to her female leads. Kimberly is a force to reckoned with, and we are so glad that we got the chance to chat with her! We always like to make our interviews fun, and we definitely had fun talking to Kimberly Belle! If you haven't yet, be sure to listen to our previous episode reviewing Three Days Missing, and then go out and scoop up your own copy!! We give it 4 very enthusiastic thumbs up! Read More: https://audioshelf.me/episodes/Kimberly-Belle-author-interview * Get it on Audible: https://amzn.to/2NLEjkA * Visit Website: http://kimberlybellebooks.com/

Imagine your son being kidnapped because he was mistaken for another child. How would you react? Who would you blame? And what would you do in order to get your son back? Kimberly Belle gives us suburban suspense realness in Three Days Missing by making us all ask the big question: What happens on the fourth day? Read More: https://audioshelf.me/episodes/three-days-missing-kimberly-belle * Get it on Audible: https://amzn.to/2uJUBmT

SOMETHING HAS CHANGED WITHIN US. SOMETHING IS NOT THE SAME. Follow Britney and Brad down The Wicked Deep journey as they talk about the phenomenal novel written by Shea Ernshaw. During this weekly audiobook discussion, Britney and Brad also come to terms with what changes they want to make to the AudioShelf brand—one thing they decided to change: HELLLOOOO SPOILERS!! Let us know what you think about their AudioShelf transition chat and see if you agree! Read More: https://audioshelf.me/episodes/the-wicked-deep-shea-ernshaw * Get it on Audible: https://amzn.to/2uDbnmJ

CELEBRATE, GOOD TIMES, COM’ON!! We are celebrating the release of our 100th episode!!! AudioShelf did something different to commemorate this epic milestone. Since the beginning of AudioShelf, we’ve gone on so many book journeys and adventures that we decided it was time to kick it into high gear and CREATE OUR OWN BOOK ADVENTURE!! That’s right! We found a website where you can follow along with a story and CHOOSE how the story unravels. How cool is that? Follow Britney and Brad as they choose what happens in stories involving a character named Spoonboy and a very descriptive werewolf shaving... Sit back, relax, and enjoy AudioShelf’s 100th Episode!!! #YayUs! Read More: https://audioshelf.me/episodes/100-episode-choose-your-own-adventure * Visit Website: http://chooseyourstory.com/

Your baby gets kidnapped after you decide to go out drinking with a group of friends, what do you do? The Perfect Mother by Aimee Molloy gets deep by addressed society’s view on motherhood—from being a single mother to experiencing postpartum depression. Will AudioShelf abduct this audiobook and keep it on their shelves forever? Or will they shove it? Turn the volume up, sit back, and listen to find out! Read More: https://audioshelf.me/episodes/the-perfect-mother-aimee-molloy * Get it on Audible: https://amzn.to/2MHatNA

Sounding like a creepy old witch, California male surfer, and drunken college girl on the drop of a dime is an easy task for prolific audiobook narrator, Khristine Hvam. Today’s episode will give you an inside look into Khristine’s career as a voice over artist/narrator. She will wow you with her stories, her talent, and quick and precise character voices. Khristine Hvam has won six AudioFile Earphones Awards, placed three times as a finalist for the prestigious Audie Award, and won the Audie for best narration in 2012 and 2013. Join us as we delve into the world of Khristine— a world where we don’t want to leave! Read More: https://audioshelf.me/episodes/khristine-hvam-interview * Visit Website: http://hvamaudio.com/khristinehvam/

An author, a book blogger, and some podcasters walk into a bar...and an epic book chat discussion happens! Join Britney and Brad as they welcome book blogger, Nancy, and Author, Brigid Kemmerer to the show to discuss Brigid’s dark, contemporary, YA novel, Letters to the Lost. With a novel that covers a variety of themes from art, grief, fostering/adoption, substance use, societal and technological evolution there is LOTS to chat about—will we Shelf it or will we Shove the book while talking to it’s author? Find out on today’s episode of AudioShelf Read More: https://audioshelf.me/episodes/Letters-to-the-Lost-Brigid-Kemmerer * Get it on Audible: https://amzn.to/2ti6Yoy