I wrote the body of this blog post before I wrote the title and when I came to write the title and realised I was going to be so blunt about things, I had to come back down to the basics of the post itself and do some rewrites as I have said it all in eight little words.
So, yes, yes, yes, yes, yes! You read that correctly. I have a three book deal with Audible.
For anyone who has been wondering where the new Hannah Robbins book is and for anyone who likes listening to their books audibly this is what’s been happening.
I’m really thrilled and excited to be able to say that a short time ago I signed a three book deal with Audible, the largest provider of audio books to the listening market. I was absolutely stunned when they approached me and even more stunned when they offered the three book deal based on reading Shallow Waters. Audible think the books will work well in audio format and I am delighted that Hannah Robbins is going to be made available in a format that will make her within reach to people who may otherwise not have read her. The short of sight, or disabled who find holding books or ereaders difficult. People who find reading difficult. Audio books are a whole new world of books, another format of reading that should be embraced and as you can tell, I am overjoyed to be a part of the Audible family.
Audible are currently in the process of creating Shallow Waters and will release it on completion.
In relation to book 2, we are working towards a simultaneous release, which means the ebook and paperback will be delayed because it takes 3 months for an audio book to be created after a manuscript is finished in its entirety. So, for that, I apologise, but it does mean that you will have the option to get the audio version at the same time if you wanted to and it would sync with the ebook version, or just the audio version if you preferred.
So, I am now officially a hybrid author. A foot in both camps of the self and traditional publishing worlds. It feels good. Things are going smoothly. Book 2 will be with you next year as it’s close to completion but not quite (you’d rather wait for a better book than a rushed book I hope.)
And to celebrate this momentous news, I am putting Shallow Waters on a FREE price promotion so that anyone who hasn’t read it can pick it up and see what they think of Hannah Robbins and her team in Nottingham. It’s FREE in all countries across the Amazon board, so whichever one you shop in, you will be able to pick it up without paying out a single piece of currency for the next three days. Today through to Thursday. Here are the quick links to Amazon UK and Amazon US.
Are you an audio book listener?
cleopatralovesbooks says
Huge congratulations Rebecca although sad that it means a slightly longer wait for the next Hannah Robbins!
Rebecca Bradley says
Thanks Cleo. And yes, me too but I hope it’ll be worth it 🙂
Elle Turner says
Congratulations, Rebecca, that’s fantastic news! 🙂 xx
Rebecca Bradley says
Thanks Elle 🙂
Corina says
Yay! I’m so happy for you sheds for all those who could not access Hannah Robbins without this deal!
I used to use audible a lot. Now not as much but I do love audible books. I love to put one on my iPod and plug it in on long drives. It makes the trip go by so much faster.
Hannah might just get me back to audible books.
Congratulations! So, so happy for you!
Rebecca Bradley says
Thanks Corina. I think audible will be something I listen to more of now. Though I do still like to listen to quite a lot of podcasts. I am thrilled by the Hannah Robbins news however 🙂
MarinaSofia says
That is such brilliant news – am delighted for you, hip hip hurray! And yes, I can wait (she said, drumming her fingers on her desk…). I haven’t been listening to audiobooks much, I have to admit, as my car journeys are usually quite short and I don’t have much opportunity to listen at home (the CD player is wrecked). But when I come back to the UK, I will have more opportunities to listen. Have you heard any snippets of the recordings yet?
Rebecca Bradley says
Thanks Marina. I’ve only just started listening to audiobooks. I have been listening to podcasts but not books. As for the Shallow Waters audio, I’ve not heard anything yet. I think I’ll be torn between nervous and excited when it comes to listening for the first time.
yasminselena says
Oh that is HUGE! Well done to you!! I hope this works out really well for you. I’ve always been keen to record my own book audio. I will spread the word about your book being on promo. Lots of luck x
Rebecca Bradley says
Thank you Yasmin! I really appreciate your support 🙂
rathertoofondofbooks says
Huge congratulations! I’m so happy for you. I read Shallow Waters when you first self-published it and I loved it, I’m so pleased to know that there will be more to come.
Rebecca Bradley says
Thank you! It does seem a while since that initial release now. I really want to get book 2 finished, but I want to get it right. Hopefully not too much longer 🙂
dawnharris5Dawn Harris says
Wonderful news!! Many congratulations!!!!!
Rebecca Bradley says
Thank you Dawn 🙂
Caroline Mitchell says
Brilliant news, chuffed to bits for you. I loved Shallow Waters. A brilliant authentic read. 🙂
Rebecca Bradley says
Thanks Caroline x
CPhilippou123 says
Hurrah! Huge congratulations! I love audiobooks as listen to them on my driving commute so can’t wait. Whoo hoo!
Rebecca Bradley says
Thank you! Audiobooks are great for commutes aren’t they? Now Hannah Robbins will available for that trip 🙂
Sue Coletta says
I’m so happy for your, Rebecca! To have Audible approach you is a huge win. Congrats! Make sure you take the time to bask in the afterglow.
Rebecca Bradley says
Thanks Sue. I am absolutely still glowing 🙂
KK Ghost Writer says
Oh Rebecca! 🙂 🙂 🙂
This is fantastic news!
Congrats. Very well deserved.
You go Girl!
Good luck with the book 2 release.
Hugs, Kim
x
Rebecca Bradley says
Thanks Kim! I’m really looking forward to hearing the books in audio, to releasing book 2 and to starting book 3! 🙂 x
Alex J. Cavanaugh (@AlexJCavanaugh) says
Congratulations! That’s awesome they approached you.
Rebecca Bradley says
Thanks Alex. And isn’t it?! I was just blown away 🙂
Josephine Bayne says
Dear Rebecca, Wonderful news! Your readers will be far less surprised than you. Congratulations and thanks for the UK offer, just sent Shallow Waters to three friends last week, UK and France. Have a wonderful holiday season and congrats again! Jo
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Rebecca Bradley says
Thanks Jo, that’s a really lovely thing to say and wow, such a lovely thing to do! I do hope your friends enjoy Shallow Waters!
Margot Kinberg says
Oh, that’s just wonderful, Rebecca!! Wow! I am absolutely and thoroughly delighted for you!! 🙂 🙂 Well deserved!
Rebecca Bradley says
Thank you Margot! It was surprising and I’m so excited!
emaginette says
Knock ’em dead. 🙂
Anna from Elements of Writing
Rebecca Bradley says
Or at least a few other people dead 😉
writerdsnelson says
Fantastic Rebecca, well done! Really pleased for you. I’ll be looking forward to finding out what Hannah does next 🙂
Rebecca Bradley says
Thank you! I’m really excited by this 🙂
writerdsnelson says
Rightly so, I think I’d still be drinking champagne through a straw 😉
crimeworm says
Fabulous news, just brilliant! I was wondering the other day when the next Hannah was due as I read the last one at my Mum’s last Christmas, so I was hoping it’d be due soon. But I can wait when it means such fab news for you! I like to listen to audio books if I can’t sleep because something’s going round in my head – I’m such a stresser – because your brain has to concentrate on the story rather than whatever’s worrying you. Good on long drives too, I used to find, to keep you concentrating. V happy for you; you really deserve it!
Rebecca Bradley says
Thanks Linda. I’m sorry about the wait. I did want it out sooner I know, but this year has been a bit stressful. Don’t worry though, I’ve found my writing rhythm now and you’ll not have to wait as long for book three 🙂
Jacqui Murray says
Congratulations, Rebecca! I didn’t even know that Audible would be different than a publishing contract. I hope you keep us up to date on your adventure.
I’m looking forward to the next in your series.
Rebecca Bradley says
Thanks Jacqui. 🙂 It’s just that your work can be split into all different sets of rights. You can exploit your one manuscript in multiple ways. English speaking written, audio and then multiple foreign language.
suefortin says
That’s fantastic news! Many congratulations, Rebecca.:-)
Rebecca Bradley says
Thanks Sue 🙂
Annalisa Crawford says
Brilliant news Rebecca. I loved Shallow Waters, so I’m looking forward to the next book,whenever it appears 🙂
Rebecca Bradley says
Thank you Annalisa. So lovely of you to say so x
readingwritingandriesling says
Such excellent news!!! And yes I have recently started listening to some audio books -but haven’ tried listening to this genre – crime fiction .Who is the narrator? So exciting Rebecca!!! Well done.
Rebecca Bradley says
It surprises me you haven’t tried crime Carol. I don’t know anything about the narrator. I shall be surprised when it’s all completed 🙂 Thank you for you support x
readingwritingandriesling says
Just haven’t had the time Rebecca- one day….I wonder if they use different narrators for different sales regions ( accents) ?
Rebecca Bradley says
I know what you mean, we need more hours in a day or we need to be able to exist on less sleep!
Julie Flanders says
How wonderful!!! So happy for you. Congratulations!!!
Rebecca Bradley says
Thank you so much, Julie 🙂
Graeme Cumming says
Great news, Rebecca, and well deserved. It looks like your hard work is paying off.
Rebecca Bradley says
Thank you Graeme!
readingwritingandriesling says
Reblogged this on Reading, Writing and Riesling and commented:
Congratulations! So excited for you Rebecca and what a generous way to celebrate – with a free book.
Janine K says
Hi Rebecca, I haven’t read any of your books before, but if Carol from readingwritingand riesling recommends you, they must be good! I always listen to audio books in the car to and from work, as well as reading a book on an ereader or paperback at the same time, that way I double my reading!! I have to be careful not to read and listen to the same genre though, as once I was listening to and reading 2 crime novels and got very confused!!! I will take advantage of your free book and give your books a try. A gentle hint – be careful with your choice of narrator, as it can be a deal breaker sometimes.
Rebecca Bradley says
Hi Janine, thanks so much for stopping by. I’m really grateful for Carol’s support! I’m listening to my first audio book at the minute and really enjoying the experience so know I’ll be using the Amazon double but option in the future. As for choosing narrator, like all Audible professional books, the authors (non celebrity authors) don’t get to choose their narrators. It’s only the ACX audiobooks that can choose their narrators. Fingers crossed they do a good job though. It’s in their best interest. Especially with a series.
I do hope you like the book.
Linda King says
Rebecca, I am absolutely thrilled for you and have been eagerly waiting for book 2!
Rebecca Bradley says
Thanks Linda. Book 2 is moving along well now so hopefully not too much longer 🙂