Record your Audiobook in a Professional Studio Designed for Authors & Narrators
Work with an experienced engineer to produce, record, and launch your audiobook, all in the heart of West Palm Beach, Florida
Our Services
From casting your audiobook to uploading to your chosen platform, Whole Story Studio can support you from start to finish with your project. Check out the services below to learn more about working with us.
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Narrators
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Authors
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Studio Sessions
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Podcasting
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General Studio Booking
WHY US
Audiobooks Are Our Specialty
Our engineers are well-trained and have years of experience in audiobook engineering. We manage the technical details of recording and creating retail-ready audio, leaving you free to immerse yourself in the art of storytelling.
A Heightened Recording Studio Experience
This is a studio for stories. We have built a space to provide voice actors, authors, and podcasters with an exceptional narrative-focused experience for long-form recording.
A Comprehensive, Done-For-You Experience
Coordinating and recording at WSS will be a streamlined, done-for-you experience. We provide everything you need to cast, record, edit, master, and QC your audiobook. Coming in from out of town? We’ll make sure you know where to stay and what to do when you’re not recording in our studio.
A Room With A View*
Whole Story Studio is located in the historic Comeau Building in the heart of downtown West Palm Beach, Florida. You’ll be surrounded by incredible restaurants, hotels, and shopping, and just a 5-minute stroll to the water. (*Your recording booth does not have a view, as that would be bad for acoustics.)
Curious? Take a quick photo tour of the studio!
TRUSTED BY RENOWNED COMMUNITIES & COMPANIES
The Studio
Our audiobook and podcasting recording studio is located in the heart of downtown West Palm Beach in the historic Comeau Building.
Kind Words for
Whole Story Studio
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HANNIBAL HILLS
“As an audiobook narrator, I've struggled for several years to find an editor and proofer who can meet the quality and efficiency I needed. Julie Walthers has been the answer to my search in every way. Her attention to detail is absolutely marvelous, and matched only by her terrific professionalism and friendly manner…”
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BAILEY CARR
“You rock Julie! I so appreciate your asking for my preferences, speedy communication, and flexibility.”
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KIM NEWLOVE
“Julie, I feel like I hit the jackpot when I met you! I am so glad you're my editor/proofer/masterer. I'm having a great experience.”
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TIA RIDER
“I will pay you more money, and you will like it.”
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GABRA ZACKMAN
“I look forward to working with you for the rest of our lives!”
New to audiobook production? Start here!
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Everyone’s favorite question. The cost to produce is directly tied to your word count (NOT the number of pages). Here are some numbers for you, which assume that you are both the author and narrator and that you’ll need production (studio time) and post-production (editing and mastering):
A 100,000-word book will have a total run time (TRT) of about 11.15 hrs (average reading rate is about 9k words/hr)Production/Recording time: 34 hours to record (an average of a 3:1 ratio of recording time to finished hours) at a studio rate of $120/hr = $4080
Post-Production: 11.15×115/pfh = $1282.25
Total for an author-narrator to record in-studio with post-production = $5362.25
If you decide to work with a professional narrator or don’t need time in the studio, these numbers will change.
As always, reach out via our Contact page to get a more accurate estimate.
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The short answer: Of course you can record on your own, but there’s a bit of a technical learning curve.
You don’t necessarily have to use a studio—but it does make a significant difference. While home setups can work, recording in a professional audiobook studio ensures consistent sound quality, fewer technical issues, and a smoother overall process. With engineer-supported sessions, you can focus on your performance while we handle the technical side. Your final audio will have to meet certain specs when uploaded to platforms, so if you’re recording at home, you’ll need to confirm that your final audio quality will meet those thresholds.
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This depends on the length of the book and the recording style. On average, recording in a punch-and-roll workflow takes about 3 hours of studio time per finished hour of audio. i.e., a 3:1 ratio.
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I’m a pleasure to work with. :)
In all seriousness, my goal is to make every client feel supported, comfortable, and confident throughout the entire process. Recording an audiobook can feel intimidating, so before you even step foot into my booth, I focus on creating an environment where you can settle in, find your rhythm, and stay connected to your voice. Simple things like having your favorite drinks or snacks in the studio really go a long way.
I don’t get caught up in overwhelming you with technical details or gear talk. What matters most is helping you deliver a strong, authentic performance while knowing the recording is being captured professionally.
In my studio, I work primarily with author-narrators, many of whom aren’t professional voice actors, so I offer guidance along the way—whether that’s pacing, clarity, or simply helping you feel more at ease behind the mic. So, bring your questions, your drink preferences, and your most comfortable recording socks.
It’s Me Julie
Hi there! Thanks so much for considering me for your next audiobook project. I adore working with everyone from newbie narrators doing their first book, to indie narrators working with small independent presses, to DIY authors giving voice to their words. Long story short (see what I did there?), my job is to make you sound good and to provide you with a no-stress, done-for-you, personalized, crafted audiobook editing experience. No cookie-cutter mastering chains here. Think we might be a good fit? Check out the About page to learn more about me, or if you’re ready to get started, click on Work With Me to schedule your project.
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