Record your own audiobook at Monkeynut

You might be thinking: ‘I want to record my audiobook… but I don’t know where to start!’ Well, we’ve got you covered! We are proud to be the number 1 choice for author’s recording their own audiobooks in the UK.


Not only do London-based authors travel the short distance to use our friendly services, we’ve even had authors come down all the way from Scotland because they love what we have to offer! That’s because we go above and beyond to ensure not only a fantastic finished result, but an incredible experience. When it comes to making your own audiobook - we guarantee an amazing sound and an amazing day. 


Record my audiobook - what sets Monkeynut apart from the rest?

When it comes to recording your own audiobook, we know that the stakes are high. Your book is your baby and you want to make sure that the finished product is as good as it can be! We understand, and do everything possible to ensure that your audiobook recording goes as smoothly as can be.


At Monkeynut Audiobooks - we are with you every step of the way. 

First things first, if you are recording in your own voice, but don’t have a lot or any experience in front of the microphone, you may be a little nervous. So before we even start, we send out some easy to follow resources that will help to train you in how to narrate and perform perfectly for the mic.


On the day, you’ll travel to an oasis of calm in leafy Hampshire. A short journey from London, this experience is a far cry from the watch-checking time pressure that you might find in inner city studio recording sessions. When you record an audiobook at our audiobook studio, it’s a different day altogether. You’ll drive through the green, windy lanes of gorgeous rural Hampshire (or we can pick you up from a station) to a scenic grade II listed retired farm. Here, we have our state of the art studio!


We’ll make you a cup of tea or coffee and discuss your book in detail - How you want the tone and vibe to be and how we can ensure your comfort. As you record, we’ll check in every step of the way to ensure a fantastic sound. We always work 1 to 1, so you can rest assured that a dedicated producer will be at hand for any questions or concerns. 

So what do you get on a ‘make your own audiobook’ day?

At Monkeynut, we take our time to ensure you have the full opportunity to perform, ask questions and get the best out of your experience. We offer:

  • Comprehensive training beforehand about how to best perform in the studio

  • An optional proofreading service from our in-house proofreader (to ensure your text is accurate - this is especially useful for those self-publishing).

  • Pick ups / drop offs from the station / hotel (should you wish)

  • A comfortable, bespoke, pleasant and state of the art studio session with an industry expert producer

  • 1 to 1 production

  • Tea, coffee, soft drink, biscuits

  • Optional: Lunch provided 

We can even add bespoke music to your audiobook and help you with marketing advice!

Record in your own voice

You may decide to make your own audiobook in your voice instead of using a professional narrator. If you’re unsure as to the benefits, we’ve chosen a few of our author’s top pros:

  • Legitimacy

Recording in your own voice legitimizes the content and adds weight to your audiobook

  • Tone

Tone can be matched perfectly with your intention. Even the best narrator in the world may not quite vocalize the tone as you’ve written it. With recording in your own voice, we eliminate this potential. 

  • Characterisation

Character’s voices can be true to life. Whether you’ve based your characters on real people or not, we’ll bet you have an idea of their voice and vocal mannerisms. By opting to record in your own voice, you’ll be able to secure their portrayal accurately.

  • Legacy

 Recording an audiobook in your own voice is a wonderful legacy to leave. Your audiobook will outlive you, and it's a fantastic way of your voice living on and telling your story for future generations to hear. 

DIY audiobook recording

If you want to self narrate audiobooks, you might be tempted to try to DIY record at home. We’d advise against DIY audiobook recording, as you won’t get the same quality of sound as you would at a studio.

However, if you’re set on recording your audiobook at home, we do also offer professional mastering, editing, quality control, continuity services and optional music creation  - so you can record at home, but still have a professional edit.


Got any questions about self narrated audiobooks? Don’t hesitate to get in touch with our friendly team today!