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Voice-Over Reference Books
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Secrets of Voice-Over Success: Top Voice-Over Actors Reveal How They Did ItSecrets of Voice-Over Success: Top Voice-Over Actors Reveal How They Did It by Joan Baker
Buy new: $12.89 / Used from: $10.63
A refreshing look at the industry by 19 stars, each offering a secret to success. The proceeds benefit the Alzheimer's Association, which is more reason to recommend the book.
VO: Tales and Techniques of a Voice-Over ActorVO: Tales and Techniques of a Voice-Over Actor by Harlan Hogan
Buy new: $13.57 / Used from: $10.99
Harlan Hogan's humorous writing will keep you flipping the pages!
The Art of Voice Acting: The Craft and Business of Performing for Voice-Over, Second EditionThe Art of Voice Acting: The Craft and Business of Performing for Voice-Over, Second Edition by James Alburger
Buy used from: $11.00
YOU CAN BANK ON YOUR VOICE: Your Guide to a Successful Career in Voice-OversYOU CAN BANK ON YOUR VOICE: Your Guide to a Successful Career in Voice-Overs by Rodney Saulsberry
Buy new: $12.71 / Used from: $6.99
Rodney Saulsberry has a positive, "can-do" approach that lets you know your dream is attainable.
Making Money in Voice-Overs: Winning Strategies to a Successful Career in Commercials, Cartoons and RadioMaking Money in Voice-Overs: Winning Strategies to a Successful Career in Commercials, Cartoons and Radio by Terri Apple
Buy used from: $0.72
Voice-overs (Stage and Costume)Voice-overs (Stage and Costume) by Bernard Graham Shaw
Buy used from: $65.16
The Voice Actor's Guide to Home RecordingThe Voice Actor's Guide to Home Recording by Harlan Hogan
Buy new: $16.47 / Used from: $17.05
A home studio is now a necessity in the industry. If this book seems too technical, look in my blog archives or otherwise search for the reference to Pat Fraley's Gypsy's Guide.
Take It from the Top! How to Earn Your Living in Radio & T.V. Voice-OversTake It from the Top! How to Earn Your Living in Radio & T.V. Voice-Overs by Alice Whitfield
Buy used from: $1.49
The fiirst book on v-o that I ever bought! It's a little dated now, but it still contains some good advice.
Set Your Voice Free: How To Get The Singing Or Speaking Voice You WantSet Your Voice Free: How To Get The Singing Or Speaking Voice You Want by Roger Love
Buy new: $10.87 / Used from: $4.54
Talking Funny for Money : An Introduction to the Cartoon/Character/Looping Area of Voice-OversTalking Funny for Money : An Introduction to the Cartoon/Character/Looping Area of Voice-Overs
Buy new: $15.61 / Used from: $13.49
Greatest Cartoon Voice Tricks Ever Smuggled Out of Hollywood: Library EditionGreatest Cartoon Voice Tricks Ever Smuggled Out of Hollywood: Library Edition
Listening to Pat Fraley is a joyous delight and a great learning experience! If you get a chance to take classes from him, DO IT!
My Life as a 10-Year-Old BoyMy Life as a 10-Year-Old Boy by Nancy Cartwright
Buy new: $29.95 / Used from: $17.95
Nancy Cartwright has the dream job of voicing Bart Simpson. Success leaves clues, and you can learn a lot from reading her book, her web site, her on-line column at AWN
Scenes for Actors and VoicesScenes for Actors and Voices by Daws Butler
Buy used from: $20.08
Daws Butler was a giant in the industry and Nancy Cartwright's mentor. His original scripts in this book are invaluable practice. Practice makes perfect!
Accents: A Manual for Actors- Revised and Expanded EditionAccents: A Manual for Actors- Revised and Expanded Edition by Robert Blumenfeld
Buy new: $29.95 / Used from: $11.00
Robert Blumenfeld's precise explanations and CD make this book an invaluable resource.
Acting with the Voice: The Art of Recording BooksActing with the Voice: The Art of Recording Books by Robert Blumenfeld
Buy new: $15.56 / Used from: $9.99
Audiobooks are an exploding industry. Blumenfeld takes you through in-depth preparation for each type of genre. A must-have if you want to work in the industry.
Improving voice and articulationImproving voice and articulation by Hilda B Fisher
Buy used from: $3.95
We used this book in Judith Sullivan's speech classes. It has excellent drill exercises for correct placement.
The Well-Tempered Announcer: A Pronunciation Guide to Classical MusicThe Well-Tempered Announcer: A Pronunciation Guide to Classical Music by Robert A. Fradkin
Buy new: $29.69 / Used from: $27.37
You can never have too many specialized dictionaries! This one saved me when I had a project with numerous composers' names.
Stay Home and Star!: A Step-by-Step Guide to Starting Your Regional Acting CareerStay Home and Star!: A Step-by-Step Guide to Starting Your Regional Acting Career by William Paul Steele
Buy new: $14.95 / Used from: $0.01
If you think you have to move to one of the big 3 markets to start your career, think again! While this book is aimed at stage actors, it has useful advice for anyone in the performing arts.
VoiceShaping: A Complete Voice Improvement Program [AUDIOBOOK on CD] (How to Find Your Million Dollar Voice!)VoiceShaping: A Complete Voice Improvement Program [AUDIOBOOK on CD] (How to Find Your Million Dollar Voice!)
Susan is my coach, and she's the voice of major companies like AT&T, Citibank, etc. She has a million-dollar voice, so she's an authority!
Voice Over Success - What You Must Know to Compete in Today's Vo MarketVoice Over Success - What You Must Know to Compete in Today's Vo Market
Voiceovers: Putting Your Mouth Where The Money IsVoiceovers: Putting Your Mouth Where The Money Is by Chris Douthitt
Buy used from: $1.42
The Actor Speaks: Voice and the PerformerThe Actor Speaks: Voice and the Performer by Patsy Rodenburg
Buy new: $11.53 / Used from: $5.98
The Magic Behind the Voices: A Who's Who of Cartoon Voice ActorsThe Magic Behind the Voices: A Who's Who of Cartoon Voice Actors by Tim Lawson
Buy new: $18.48 / Used from: $13.90
A Handbook of Diction for Singers: Italian, German, FrenchA Handbook of Diction for Singers: Italian, German, French by David Adams
Buy new: $25.16 / Used from: $15.99
The Singer's Manual of English DictionThe Singer's Manual of English Diction by Madeleine Marshall
Buy new: $42.26 / Used from: $12.68