Lilly Drake
A VOICE THAT RESONATES, CAPTIVATES, AND ENDURES.
Austenne Grey
Accent Catalogue
Southern - Tennessee, Coastal North Carolina, Central Texas, West Virginia
British - RP (Historical), Estuary, London
Boston, Russian, Eastern European, French, Italian
Hey Lovelies!
I believe stories deserve to be told with heart by people who love telling them...
I have a little confession: I thought everyone spent their childhood deeply immersed in the arts. Ballet, opera, musical theater—I assumed this was just what people did. It wasn't until I discovered narration that I realized how unique my background actually was, and how my own story perfectly connects to what I do every day.
I've been a storyteller since before I knew what that meant, and every piece of my training has shaped that truth. Movement, voice, character work, even philosophy—it all weaves together into something beautiful when I'm in the booth bringing fictional characters and worlds to life.
Audiobook narration became the perfect outlet where every skill I'd spent years developing could finally shine together. I feel all the feels deeply, and there's something magical about channeling that emotional depth into stories—especially when they're a little spicy too.
Despite loving the stage and performance, I am an introvert. I can be found curled up on the couch watching a great movie enjoying a box of my favorite gluten-free cookies. But I'm here because I’m passionate and I have so much I want to share about this craft. I believe stories deserve to be told with heart by people who love delivering them, and I hope you like what you hear.
-Austenne a.k.a. Lilly (when the text is spicy)
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Coaching
The Authentic Narrator:
This isn't just coaching—it's career transformation with professional guidance. You'll leave with clarity on your unique style, a complete business foundation, and a personalized action plan to make your audiobook narration dreams and goals reality.
Let's change your narrative together!
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Session 1:
Business Foundation
with Austenne Grey
(90 minutes)
Transform your passion into a profitable business with comprehensive training on:
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Financial Strategy - Pricing, contracts, and sustainable income planning
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Professional Setup - Booth configuration and essential equipment
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Technical Mastery - Software requirements and workflow optimization
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Voice Care - Vocal health and therapy techniques for longevity and sustainability
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Style Development - Identifying and refining your unique narration voice
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Brand Building - Personal brand identification and market positioning
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Session 2:
Vocal Discovery
with Scott Trost
(60 minutes)
Work one-on-one with a world-class acting coach who has helped actors in 25 countries win lead roles in film and TV. Scott will help you discover your unique vocal signature and authentic performance style.
PLUS Your personalized Authentic Narrator Action Plan: A custom realistic roadmap designed specifically for your goals and timeline. Your next steps will be clearly outlined and ready for you to take action.
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Session 3:
Last-call Strategy & Refinement
(30 minutes)
Your focused follow-up call with Austenne to review your progress, refine your strategy, and ensure you're confident and ready to launch or scale your narration career.
What you get
Hey Authors,
Ready to Create Something Extraordinary Together?
Before We Connect:
3 Things You Should Know
Investment.
Quality audiobook production requires both financial commitment and patience. From pre-production planning through final delivery, we're collaborating to create something that will represent your work for years to come.
Partnership.
You've crafted a masterpiece and I’m honored to help you share it. I bring over three decades of formal training and 150+ completed audiobooks to our collaboration. Successful audiobook partnerships include mutual respect and trust in my expertise while remaining actively engaged in the creative process.
Exceptional narration can't be rushed. Each project is treated uniquely, with its own timeline that I'm transparent about. Every project follows a careful process of character development, pacing decisions, and multiple review phases to ensure the final product exceeds your expectations.
Time.
Creating an audiobook isn't just having someone read and record your manuscript—it's crafting an entirely different work of art that brings your story, characters, and world to life through voice, pacing, and emotional nuance. I understand the unique demands each project requires and have the specific skills needed to honor your vision.
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