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What it's like to launch a small business in Edinburgh

Starting a small business can be tough. Hear from Voxblock on how we made the most of local networks and opportunities to launch our screen free audiobook player in Edinburgh.

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Why cover art is important, for both print and audiobooks

Learn more about audiobook artwork, and how the transition to digital platforms has impacted the way that artwork is created.

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How music and sound effects can transform an audiobook

The audiobook industry is increasingly favouring big budget productions that are cinematic in scope, a trend you can read more about here. This means bigger casts and famous narrators, but also inc...

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Abridged vs unabridged audiobooks - what's the difference?

Learn the differences between abridged and unabridged audiobooks, and weigh up the differences of both formats.

Why do bestseller lists differ between print and audio?

Why do bestseller lists differ between print and audio?

What contributes to a bestselling audiobook? And why does the list of audio bestsellers differ from its print counterpart?