{"version":1,"type":"rich","provider_name":"Libsyn","provider_url":"https:\/\/www.libsyn.com","height":90,"width":600,"title":"155 - Emma Faye: Building a Full-Time Audiobook Career as the Clean Reads Queen","description":"In this episode of The Mike Lenz VO Podcast, I\u2019m joined by audiobook narrator Emma Faye\u2014a 2026 Audie finalist, 2024 SOVAS nominee, and the narrator many in the industry know as the Clean Reads Queen. Emma has built a thriving audiobook career by staying true to her values and creating a highly intentional brand around clean, wholesome storytelling. She has narrated more than 170 clean-read titles across genres including closed-door romance, YA fantasy, middle grade, nonfiction, and Christian books. She\u2019s also the founder of Cats Meow Productions, a boutique audiobook production company focused on bringing more clean-read audiobooks into the world. In this conversation, we talk about Emma\u2019s journey from acting and film school to full-time audiobook narration, the challenges of building a niche career in a competitive industry, and the power of saying no to the wrong projects so you can make room for the right ones. We also discuss: What \u201cclean reads\u201d really means in audiobook narration Building a brand around your values The realities of marketing and outreach as a narrator Coaching, social media, and creating systems that work Why there is real power in protecting your boundaries If you\u2019re an aspiring narrator, or any creative professional trying to build a career that aligns with who you are, this episode is filled with practical insight and encouragement. To check out ohter episodes head over to mikelenzvopodcast.com!  ","author_name":"Mike Lenz Voice - A Journey Into Voice Acting","author_url":"http:\/\/mikelenzvoice.com","html":"