Audiobook narration by Samuel Picou
Give your booka voice youraudience will remember.
Narration and full production for authors and publishers — warm, clear, and direction-ready, with broadcast-quality audio mastered to ACX and retailer specs.
Listening room
Narration samples
Headphones recommended. Every sample is performed, edited, and mastered in Samuel’s studio.
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Inspirational Non-Fiction
Warm · steady · conversational
Studio — Samuel at the mic
Booth, pop filter, headphones on, warm practical light.
The narrator
A communicatorbehind the microphone.
Samuel brings the instincts of a singer and a speaker to every page — pacing that breathes, tone that fits the message, and a voice listeners trust for hours.
A vocalist since before he sang on NBC’s The Voice, and a communicator on stages for years, he narrates and produces audiobooks with the same care he brings to a live room.
Specialties
- Inspirational & Christian non-fiction
- Leadership & business
- Personal development
- Devotionals
- Memoir & testimony
- Youth & young adult
Services
Narration only — or the whole production.
Narration
Professional, direction-ready narration with consistent tone, clean pronunciation, and a delivery shaped to your message and reader.
Production
Editing, proofing against the manuscript, pickups, and pacing — so the finished book sounds like one continuous, intentional performance.
Mixing & Mastering
Broadcast-quality audio mastered to ACX and major retailer specifications, ready for Audible, Spotify, and beyond.
Completed titles
On the shelf
- Guaranteed GrowthMarco Garcia
Guaranteed Growth — cover
Guaranteed Growth
Marco Garcia · Leadership · 3 hrs 58 min
Narration
- The Joy of PrayerMark Morozov
The Joy of Prayer — cover
The Joy of Prayer
Mark Morozov · Christian Living · 2 hrs 41 min
Narration
- The Joy of SufferingMark Morozov
The Joy of Suffering — cover
The Joy of Suffering
Mark Morozov · Christian Living · 2 hrs 5 min
Narration
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Narration + Production
Process & turnaround
From manuscriptto finished hours.
- 01
Inquiry
Share your book, timeline, and goals. You'll hear back within two business days.
- 02
Audition & quote
A short custom audition from your manuscript, plus a clear quote and schedule.
- 03
Prep
Pronunciation guide, character and tone notes, and a first-15-minutes check-in.
- 04
Record & produce
Recording, editing, proofing, and pickups — with progress updates along the way.
- 05
Master & deliver
Mastered files delivered to spec and uploaded or handed off to your distributor.
Typical turnaround: 3–6 weeks, depending on length and scope.
FAQ
Questions from authors
How is audiobook narration priced?
Narration is typically priced per finished hour (PFH) — roughly 9,300 words equals one finished hour. Full production (editing, proofing, mixing, and mastering) is quoted as a package. You'll receive a clear, written quote before anything begins.
How long does an audiobook take?
Most projects are completed in 3–6 weeks depending on length and production scope. If you have a launch date, include it in your inquiry and we'll plan backward from it.
Do you work with independent authors?
Yes. Samuel works with independent authors and publishers — and can guide first-time authors through distribution options like ACX and Findaway Voices.
Will my audiobook meet Audible/ACX requirements?
Yes. Final files are mastered to ACX technical requirements and the specifications of major retailers.
Can I hear my book before committing?
Yes — a short custom audition from your manuscript is part of the quoting process, so you can hear the voice of your book before you decide.
Project inquiry