ElevenLabs has introduced ElevenReader Publishing, a free AI-powered tool that allows authors to effortlessly convert their books into audiobooks. Designed to simplify the audiobook production process, this platform supports multiple file formats, including ePub, DOCX, and PDF. With advanced AI-generated speech, authors can create professional-quality audiobooks within minutes. Currently supporting English, ElevenLabs plans to expand to 31 more languages, revolutionizing audiobook accessibility for independent authors worldwide.
The tool uses AI to generate realistic speech. Authors can import books in ePub, DOCX, or PDF formats. The AI converts text into professional-quality narration within minutes. Currently the tool supports English books, with plans to add 31 more languages soon.
ElevenReader Publishing integrates with the ElevenReader app. Listeners can choose from thousands of AI voices to personalize their experience. Authors receive audience insights including analytics on listener engagement.
The platform also includes a beta program. Authors can earn $1.10 per listener who engages for more than 11 minutes. This feature is currently available only to US-based authors due to tax regulations.
ElevenLabs ensures that authors keep full rights to their work. There are no exclusivity requirements. Authors can distribute their audiobooks freely outside the platform.
For more advanced features, authors can use Studio, ElevenLabs’ premium suite. Studio allows fine-tuned voice customization, pacing control, and multi-speaker selection. ElevenLabs partnered with Findaway Voices by Spotify Just recently . Authors can now export audiobooks directly to Spotify.
Several best-selling authors have praised the platform. Leeanna Morgan, a USA Today best-selling author, highlighted the customization options available to listeners. Joseph Nassise, a New York Times best-selling author, noted the tool’s ability to transform written works into high-quality audio. Science fiction author E.S. Martell shared that he was initially skeptical of AI audio books but was impressed by ElevenLabs’ results.
The launch of ElevenReader Publishing marks a shift in audiobook accessibility. Independent authors can now produce and distribute high-quality audiobooks without cost. ElevenLabs aims to give every story a voice. By this they are making audiobooks more widely available.