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The Grammy Awards (originally called the Gramophone Awards)—or Grammys—are presented annually by the National Academy of Recording Arts and Sciences of the United States for outstanding achievements in the recording industry.

This years nominees include Michael J. Fox, Jonathan Winters and Carrie Fisher.

Recent audiobook releases received by SF Site include works by Mike Carey, R.A. Salvatore, Mercedes Lackey, Edgar Allan Poe, Robert Jordan and Brandon Sanderson.

SHELTON, CT--(AudioBookCase.com. – November 19, 2009) – AudioBookCase Audiobook Publishers is pleased to announce the launch of the publisher's official Facebook Fan Page.

Provided as an additional resource where the company can keep in touch with its customers and partners, the facebook page will act as a platform to communicate with fans and function as a focal point for classic literature in audio format.

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On April 1 2009 the Swedish law on the EU Intellectual Property Rights Enforcement Directive (IPRED) entered into force. On the same day, five publishers applied to the Solna District Court to receive information from ePhone – an internet service provider – regarding the identity of an individual behind a certain internet protocol (IP) address. According to the publishers, the IP address has been used for the illegal distribution of 27 audiobooks over the Internet.

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New Review of a Wayne June audiobook produced and narrated for AudioRealms just published at Science Fiction and Fantasy Audio:

SHARDS by Bruce Baugh

"What stands out in this production is the narration. Wayne June was just perfect for the story. I have a short list of narrators I just love to listen to, and none exceed Mr. June’s talent. His range of credible voices is astonishing. ...Every time a new character was introduced and June would use a new voice I would think, “My goodness, how many unique voices can this guy do?!” They were all uniquely distinct..." ...more

Read the entire review here: http://www.sffaudio.com/?p=11469

Multimedia Review: News -- School Library Journal, 9/1/2009 Mark your calendars for the upcoming webcast, "From the Page to Your Ears: The Making and Dissemination of an Audiobook," sponsored by BBC Audiobooks America and Library Journal, on September 15th at 2 pm ET. What challenges do audiobook narrators, directors, and publishers face in bringing audiobooks to fruition? What role do libraries play in determining which titles are made into audiobooks? more...

Love reading, but hate the strain on your eyes? Then check out the world of audio books. Not only can you enjoy them without a pair of glasses, but you can listen to them while driving, in the shower, and many other places a traditional book won’t go. If you want to learn more, or simply need to grow your collection, check out these top 50 audio book sites, with everything from the best stores to free books. ...More

SOURCE: AudioBookCase Audiobook Publishers July 29, 2009 12:00 ET

AudioBookCase Audiobook Publishers Announces New ReleaseThe Strange Case of Dr. Jekyll and Mr. Hyde by Robert Louis Stevenson Narrator: Wayne June

SHELTON, CT--(AudioBookCase.com. – July 29, 2009) – AudioBookCase Audiobook Publishers is pleased to announce the release of the Robert Louis Stevenson Classic, "The Strange Case of Dr. Jekyll and Mr. Hyde". A 3-CD set totaling 2 hours and 50 minutes, the production follows the AudioBookCase established practice of presenting unabridged recordings of the classics of literature, and once again calls upon the skills of acclaimed narrator Wayne June ("The Voice of Lovecraft").

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New York, NY – May 29, 2009 – The Audio Publishers Association (APA) announced the winners of the 2009 Audies® at a formal Gala at the New-York Historical Society on May 29th in New York City.

The Audies are the only awards program in the United States honoring spoken word entertainment. Recognizing audio’s most engaging and innovative audiobooks of the 2008 publishing year, APA kicked off the celebration with Broadway and television star Tony Roberts, who played host to this year’s Audies gala. APA recognized the year’s best titles across a variety of genres. ...more