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Publish Your Audiobook
& Professional Audiobook Production.

Produce & publish audiobooks globally without a publisher. The all-in-one platform for indie authors with direct narrator matching (Royalty Share & PFH) and distribution to Audible, Spotify & Apple.

Find the perfect voice.

Our AI-powered search helps you find exactly the narrator who best understands the character of your work.

  • AI-powered narrator search & application process
  • Payment models: Royalty Share (RS) or Per Finished Hour (PFH)
  • Collaborative editor for feedback directly in the audio track
  • Worldwide distribution in over 70 stores (Audible, Spotify, Apple)
70k+
Self-published Titles 2024
22M
DE Listener Potential

"We close the gap between authors and the booming market."

Hearos Studio v5/Kapitel_01_Finale.mp3
Sync Active
ManuscriptParagraph 12

The wind whipped mercilessly against the windows. He knew that he did not have much time left. With trembling hands he reached for the key, but it was gone.

Match Rate: 98.4%1 deviation
Correction Mode
KM
Kai (Author)

Spoken: "letter opener" instead of "key".

01:14.2/12:45.0
1.0xChapter 1

Collaborative Quality Assurance.

Our exclusive audiobook editor compares the manuscript with the recorded audio. This allows you to identify errors, corrections, or emphasis deviations in seconds.

  • Visual feedback on deviations
  • Direct exchange with the narrator inside the tool
  • Targeted search for timestamps in the audio
  • Reduction of correction effort by up to 60%

Fair models for your success.

You decide how you want to produce. We take care of the rest.

Royalty Share

Share the risk and the success with your narrator. No upfront costs for production – instead, we split the income fairly.

Per Finished Hour

Pay a fixed fee per finished audio hour. All revenue from distribution (minus platform fee) is yours.

Full Control

At hearos.io, you retain 100% of your rights at all times. We are your partner, not your publisher.

Worldwide Distribution.

Your audiobook in over 70 stores worldwide. Through our partner Kontor New Media, you reach Audible, Spotify, Apple Books, and many more.

Transparent
Real-time earnings
Automated
Royalty Splits & Payouts

Register as author now.

Create a free account to be among the first to access the marketplace and editor.

Minimum 8 characters.

Publishing Audiobook FAQ

Frequently Asked Questions about Audiobook Production

Everything you need to know about publishing your audiobook as an indie author.

How can I publish an audiobook as an indie author?▼

On hearos.io you can upload your manuscript, select professional audio narrators, and publish your audiobook globally on leading platforms like Audible, Spotify, Apple Books, and Google Play.

How much does audiobook production cost for indie authors?▼

You can choose between Royalty Share (revenue sharing with zero upfront production cost) and Per Finished Hour (PFH - fixed rate per completed audio hour).

How do I find the right narrator for my book?▼

In our marketplace you can browse hundreds of verified narrator profiles and voice samples by genre, voice tone, and budget, or launch a direct casting.

On which platforms will my audiobook be distributed?▼

Your audiobook will be released in over 70 stores globally – including Audible, Spotify, Apple Books, Google Play, Thalia, Hugendubel, BookBeat, and Storytel.

Is hearos.io a true alternative to ACX in Europe?▼

Yes! hearos.io offers indie authors a fair platform with flexible model choices (Royalty Share / PFH), transparent royalties, and dedicated support.

"We empower authors to turn their stories into premium audio experiences."

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