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Audiobook Café

Accessible Media Inc.
Audiobooks
Audiobook Narration
Will Trent Series
Karin Slaughter
Fanfiction
Prince Edward Island
Carley Fortune
This Summer Will Be Different
Normal People
The Liveship Traders Series
Tom Lake
Ann Patchett
The Worst Of You
Center For Equitable Library Access
Homes: A Refugee Story
Romantic Relationships
Covid-19
Theater
The Audie Awards
Female Friendship

Jacob Shymanski shares the latest audiobook and literary news, and features in-depth conversations with authors, narrators and industry experts.

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Latest Episodes

Host Jacob Shymanski and guest Red Széll from the “My Life in Books” podcast break down the differences between bad and quality non-fiction. They share the dos and don’ts when it comes to non-fiction writing.  

Books mentioned in this episode includ... more

From the author of the smash hit thriller “My Sister, the Serial Killer” comes “Cursed Daughters,” a fictional drama about a young woman trying to shake off a family curse.  

Host Jacob Shymanski catches up with author Oyinkan Braithwaite to learn a... more

Host Jacob Shymanski and guest Red Széll define quality prose in fiction novels. Together, they explore what it feels like to read well-written books.  

This episode was produced by Andrika De Lanerolle.

Audiobook Café is broadcast on AMI-audio in ... more

Sharon Bala’s new novel “Good Guys” challenges ideas of philanthropy and charity by telling the story of a fictional NGO that operates in Central America.  

Host Jacob Shymanski chats with Sharon about the inspiration behind the book and the extensi... more

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Sharon Bala
Author of Good Guys, a novel exploring the nuances of philanthropy
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Episode: Good Guys: In Conversation with Sharon Bala
Uzma Jalaluddin
Canadian author known for her books focused on Southeast Asian and Muslim communities
HarperCollins
Episode: Detective Aunty: In Conversation with Uzma Jalaluddin
Craig Fitzpatrick
Team USA forward in blind hockey and author of "Finding the Puck"
International Blind Ice Hockey Foundation
Episode: Finding the Puck: In Conversation with Craig Fitzpatrick
Julia Whelan
Acclaimed audiobook narrator and founder of Audiobrary
Audiobrary
Episode: Audiobrary & Human Narration: In Conversation with Julia Whelan
David Szalay
Booker Prize-winning author
Episode: Audiobook Café’s Best of 2025
Wabgishig Rice
Author of Moon of the Crusted Snow
Episode: Audiobook Café’s Best of 2025
Robin Sullivan
YouTube personality and commentator on audiobook royalty issues
Episode: Audiobook Café’s Best of 2025
Daniel Green
YouTube personality and commentator on audiobook royalty issues
Episode: Audiobook Café’s Best of 2025
K.M. Fajardo
Debut author of Local Heavens, a sci-fi reimagining of The Great Gatsby.
Episode: Local Heavens: In Conversation with K.M. Fajardo

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Jacob Shymanski
Host, sharing audiobook and literary news, engaging with authors and industry professionals.

Reviews

4.1 out of 5 stars from 9 ratings
  • A must listen for fans of books!

    I love this podcast, and admittedly I’m not too great at following along to audio books I prefer the old fashioned book in hand but this pod helps me with recommendations and inspiration and I’ve been able to lean into audio side of things with their help. Wondeful and unique perspective and series, thank you x

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    cinderelochka
    United Statesa year ago
  • SO excited!

    I’m so excited to find I can get this program in Podcasts! This arena is my whole world of fun! Thank you so much folks. I’m going to be diving into everyone of the no your narrator and highlighting audiobooks episodes here. Exactly the right flavour for me.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Forest Friendly
    Canada3 years ago

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The engaging conversations with authors and literary experts are particularly praised, enhancing the overall enjoyment of the content.
Listeners appreciate the podcast for its unique perspective on audiobooks and literature, finding it to be a valuable resource for recommendations and insights.

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#145
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Apple Podcasts
#244
Canada/Arts
Apple Podcasts
#198
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Apple Podcasts
#216
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Apple Podcasts
#227
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Detective Aunty: In Conversation with Uzma Jalaluddin
Q: What inspired you to write about the communities you depict?
Growing up in Scarborough, I felt our diverse experiences were underrepresented and wanted to share that with readers.
Detective Aunty: In Conversation with Uzma Jalaluddin
Q: Did your publishers recommend you continue writing rom-coms?
It was my agent who advised me to stick to rom-coms for career purposes, which made sense to me at the time.
Detective Aunty: In Conversation with Uzma Jalaluddin
Q: Why did you change from romantic comedies to murder mysteries?
I've always loved mysteries, and though I detoured into rom-coms, I realized I needed to write a mystery inspired by Agatha Christie.
Finding the Puck: In Conversation with Craig Fitzpatrick
Q: What can people expect from your book?
There are three main themes in the book: my journey through hockey, the leadership lessons learned along the way, and a redemption arc focused on the removal of excuses.
Proposed Changes to the 'Literature for the Blind' Program
Q: What can we do about it to influence the legislation?
Users can send individual letters of concern to their MPs and also to the minister responsible for this legislation, with templates available on the websites.

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Frequently Asked Questions About Audiobook Café

What is Audiobook Café about and what kind of topics does it cover?

This podcast presents a diverse array of topics centering around audiobooks and literature, featuring engaging discussions with authors, narrators, and industry specialists. Episodes delve into trends in audiobook production, the challenges faced by independent authors, and the intricate relationship between literature and its adaptations in various media. Notable themes include the impact of AI on narration, literary censorship, unique writing styles, and the evolving representation in genres like hockey romance and Indigenous storytelling. This podcast is distinctive not only for its exploration of storytelling formats but also for its commitment to discussing relevant cultural issues within literature, making it appealing to avid readers... more

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1. Sharon Bala
2. Uzma Jalaluddin
3. Craig Fitzpatrick
4. Julia Whelan
5. David Szalay
6. Wabgishig Rice
7. Robin Sullivan
8. Daniel Green

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