Bring Your Story to Life Through Sound

At Chicago Crossroads Publishing, we offer seamless Print-on-Demand (POD) solutions designed to give authors the freedom to publish without the stress of large inventory or upfront printing costs. 

Overview

From Manuscript to Market-Ready Audiobook

Whether your book is fiction, non-fiction, memoir, or business, our expert narrators, audio engineers, and producers work closely with you to create an audiobook that captures your story’s tone, mood, and message. We handle every detail—from voice casting to mastering—ensuring your audiobook meets global publishing standards.

Engage Listeners Instantly


Professionally narrated audiobooks that captivate audiences and fit seamlessly into busy lifestyles.

High-Quality Audio Production


Expert recording, editing, and mastering ensure crisp, clear sound for an enjoyable listening experience.

Voice Talent That Matches Your Story

Access to a wide range of professional narrators to perfectly suit your book’s style and genre.

Expand Your Reach

Reach new audiences through top platforms like Audible, iTunes, and Google Play.

Turn Your Book into an Immersive Audiobook Experience

High-Quality Printing, Zero Inventory Hassles

At Chicago Crossroads Publishing, we know great narration makes all the difference. Our skilled narrators bring your story to life—whether it’s a suspenseful thriller or heartfelt romance—with the right tone, energy, and emotion.

What’s Included

Pricing: Beta Reading starting from $350 per manuscript

Narrator Casting & Selection

Choose from a diverse pool of professional voice artists suited to your book’s genre and audience.

Script Preparation

Your manuscript is reviewed and prepped for narration, with notes on pronunciation, tone, and pacing.

Final Review & Delivery

Receive a fully polished, ready-to-publish audiobook in industry-standard formats along with distribution guidance.

Editing, Mastering & Post-Production

All audio is edited, mastered, and formatted according to ACX (Audible), iTunes, and Google Play requirements.

High-Quality Recording

Recording sessions are conducted in professional studios to ensure clear, crisp sound with no background noise or distortion.

Genres We Serve

Business

Non-Fiction

How to

Self Help

Spiritual & Religion

Inspirational

Fiction

Cookbooks

Cieldren’s Books

Biographies

Autobiographies & Memoirs

Art & Photography

How it Works

From Concept to Completion

Consultation & Briefing

Discuss your book, target audience, preferred narration style, and any specific instructions.

Voice Talent Selection

We share sample voice options fitting your genre, tone, and audience preferences.

Script Preparation & Approval

The manuscript is prepared for narration, and final adjustments are made with your approval.

Recording & Production

Professional narrators record the book in a high-quality studio environment.

Post-Production & Final Delivery

Audio is edited, mastered, and packaged into final deliverables, ready for distribution to major audiobook platforms.

Audiobooks We've Brought to Life

Explore the books, brands, and campaigns we’ve brought to life — each tailored to the unique voice and vision of our authors.

What Our Customer Says About Us

Elizabeth Montary

"Every book you pick up has its own lesson or lessons, and quite often the bad books have more to teach."

Elizabeth Montary

"Every book you pick up has its own lesson or lessons, and quite often the bad books have more to teach."

Frequently Asked Questions

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Our audiobook production services cover everything from narrator casting to recording, editing, mastering, and platform delivery.

We handle script prep, professional studio recording, audio editing, and ACX-compliant mastering. You’ll receive a polished, ready-to-publish audiobook suitable for Audible, iTunes, Google Play, and more.

We provide audiobook narrators for hire who match your genre, tone, and target audience.

During consultation, you’ll review sample voices from our pool of professional narrators. Whether you’re producing fiction, memoir, or business titles, we ensure your narrator captures the right energy, style, and emotion.

Costs vary depending on word count, narrator choice, and production complexity.

Shorter projects may be more affordable, while full-length manuscripts require greater recording and editing time. Unlike some cheap audiobook production houses, we focus on professional quality that meets marketplace standards — giving you the best return on investment.

Yes — you keep 100% of rights and royalties.

Unlike certain audiobook publishers that may retain a share, we ensure all royalties from Audible, iTunes, or other platforms go directly to you. The final audio files are your property to repurpose or re-market as you see fit.

Yes, you have full control. We provide samples from professional narrators for you to choose from. You can also narrate it yourself, and we can provide guidance and professional post-production to ensure it sounds great.

A typical audiobook takes 6-8 weeks from start to finish. This allows time for narration, author review, editing, and quality control. Each finished hour of audio requires about 6-8 hours of production work.