LUNCH TICKET
Interviewed by Shannon Rogers
Audiobooks were originally introduced into my reading practice out of necessity. These are books that I could read while folding laundry, washing dishes, and commuting to my job. I was surprised at how immersive this experience could be. Is it just because I love a good story, or is there something to the construction of an audiobook that’s specifically designed to pierce through the noise of my buzzing brain?
To find out, I sat down with Elishia Merricks, audiobook producer, writer, and podcaster. We dished all about audiobooks: how they fit into the publishing industry, what it takes to make a great audiobook, and …
SH*T SHE READ
Last summer, Elishia Merricks reached out to me via Instagram and generously offered to take some photos for me to use on SSR’s website and social media. I was a little nervous, to be honest, and we had to rain check literally nine times, but when we finally linked up for our photo shoot last October, it was such a dream! We had so much fun wandering around one of my favorite Brooklyn neighborhoods and snapping pics. She made me feel so comfortable and I was thrilled with the images she got. You’ve probably seen them around!
Over the course of that afternoon, Elishia and I also realized how much we had in common. We had the best time just chatting and getting to know each other, and I…
THE AUDIOBOOK SPEAKEASY
My guest tonight is independent audiobook producer and director Elishia Merricks!
Elishia describes how her focus changed from acting to directing during her time at Royal Holloway (the university, not the prison). Elishia then describes how she found her way into the world of audiobooks after a move across the pond. All this and more over an English Garden riff and a French Laundry!
You can find Elishia at http://www.englishgirlinnewyork.org, on Twitter at @elishia_e, and on Instagram at @elishiasbooks.n.bobs and @elishia.in.newyork.
