A four-day retreat for audiobook narrators to learn and grow together.
Hosted by award-winning narrator and creative entrepreneurship coach Jennifer Jill Araya, the Thriving Narrators Retreat provides four days packed with opportunities for honing your craft, expanding your business, and building relationships within the audiobook community.Â
Thursday-Sunday, August 27-30, 2026
at the Clifton Cultural Arts Center in Cincinnati, OH
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Teach a Narrator to Fish:
A Virtual Workshop for Mid-Career Audiobook Narrators
April 27-May 18th, 2026
Mondays, Live on Zoom
7-8:30pm ET / 4-5:30pm PT
Are you a mid-career audiobook narrator looking to sharpen your craft and grow your business? Join industry coaches Jennifer Jill Araya, Katherine Littrell, Megan Tusing, and Marni Penning for a four-week virtual workshop designed to give you the tools, strategies, and confidence to take your career to the next level.
Program Schedule:Â
- Week 1 – Apr 27: Katherine Littrell​ – Performance: Laban & Accent Work
- Week 2 – May 4: Marni Penning​ – Performance: Growing the Who and Shrinking the How: More Characters/Less Prep
- Week 3 – May 11: Jennifer Jill Araya – Business: Creative and Financial Sweet Spot
- Week 4 – May 18: Megan Tusing​ – Business: Sustainable Visibility
Why Attend?
We created Teach a Narrator to Fish to help you develop your own system for success. Instead of cookie-cutter advice, you’ll walk away knowing what works best for you, both creatively and professionally.
In this supportive, engaging environment, you’ll gain practical guidance on:
- Laban Movement & Accent Work: Use Laban movement techniques to develop authentic, compelling accented voices that truly engage listeners
- Prep & Character Development: Learn efficient, repeatable methods to prepare for any audiobook project and bring characters to life
- Financial Wellness: Learn how to set up and manage your finances, choose projects strategically, and set rates that support a sustainable artistic lifestyle
- Visibility & Marketing: Build authentic relationships with colleagues and casting professionals while marketing yourself in a way that feels natural and aligned
Who Should Attend:
This workshop is perfect for narrators who have some experience under their belt and are ready to refine their craft, grow their business, and connect with industry leaders.
Can’t Join Live?
No problem—replays of each session will be available within 24–48 hours and will remain accessible and downloadable until June 30th.
If you’re ready to grow your craft and your business, we’d love to have you with us.
REGISTRATION CLOSES FRIDAY, APRIL 24.
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Brenda Scott Wlazlo:
Actor & Audiobook Narrator
"Jennifer's coaching is a game-changer! Like many artists, I have a lot of education and experience in creating my product and very little in doing business to support it. Because of Jennifer's background and expertise, she immediately helped me build a framework for my business approach and helped me identify clear and approachable steps I can take to increase my income and the quality of projects I'm hired for. Her exercises gave me a clear insight into what works for my business and where I should focus my attention to grow. I can't recommend her enough!"
Tina Wolstencroft:
Audiobook Narrator
"It’s been really challenging for me to both figure out what fulfills me creatively and then also build a strategy to fulfill me financially in the constant hustle and bustle of life. After my first session with Jennifer, she has helped me to discover what truly sparks the most joy in my work and which tools can help motivate me to be more thoughtful, find confidence, and feel empowered when making decisions about my business. Her experience, attentiveness, and guidance has been very comforting to me while I tune-in to what I truly enjoy doing, make my vision board a reality, and what I need to better take control of my business by putting on my freaking bossy pants."
