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Narrated By – The Veterans Club Audiobook Narration Program

Written by:  Ed Bejarana | Published on: November 6, 2024

Serving Through Storytelling

At The Veterans Club, we believe service doesn’t end when the uniform comes off. Veterans, first responders, and community members possess an enduring spirit of service, and we’re tapping into that by launching the Audiobook Narration Program for the Blind. This unique initiative invites veterans, retired first responders, seniors, and individuals with developmental disabilities to use their voices to bring stories to life for the visually impaired.

Our program isn’t just about producing audiobooks—it’s about fostering community, creating purpose, and continuing the mission of service. Through this effort, we’re giving visually impaired individuals access to more books while offering veterans and others a meaningful way to contribute. This is a chance to connect, share stories, and make a lasting impact.

A New Way to Serve

As a veteran or first responder, you’ve already shown your dedication to serving a greater cause. Now, you can use that same commitment to make a difference in the lives of those who depend on audiobooks for their connection to the world of literature. Through this program, you’ll help visually impaired individuals experience the joy of books—whether they’re learning something new, escaping into fiction, or deepening their understanding of history.

Imagine being the voice that transports someone into a new world, giving them access to stories they otherwise might not experience. Your participation as a narrator allows you to continue serving your community in a new and rewarding way, while growing your own skills in the process.

How the Program Works

The Veterans Club Audiobook Narration Program welcomes veterans, first responders, seniors, and individuals with developmental disabilities to participate as narrators. No prior experience is necessary! We provide comprehensive training and mentorship from professional narrators, helping you develop the skills needed to produce high-quality audiobooks.

Working together, we create audiobooks that are distributed free of charge to visually impaired listeners, leveraging podcast technology to reach a wide audience. By partnering with authors and businesses, we’re building a sustainable model that benefits everyone involved while creating opportunities for personal growth and community engagement.

Calling Veterans and First Responders: Lend Your Voice

If you’re a veteran, first responder, or senior, this is your chance to continue making a difference. Audiobook narration is a deeply fulfilling way to give back to your community, combining discipline, dedication, and creativity. With our support and training, you’ll learn to bring stories to life, helping visually impaired listeners access books in a meaningful way.

Plus, narrators can receive compensation based on the number of audiobook downloads, making this not only a service project but also an opportunity to earn income while doing something impactful.

Authors: Partner with a Purpose

If you’re an author, The Veterans Club offers a unique opportunity to have your book narrated by veterans or other community members. By partnering with us, your work will reach new audiences while contributing to a meaningful cause. Together, we can bring your stories to life in a way that connects veterans, first responders, and the visually impaired through the power of storytelling.

Businesses: Support a Life-Changing Program

For businesses, supporting the Veterans Club Audiobook Narration Program is a chance to make a real difference in the community. Your sponsorship will help fund narrator training, audiobook production, and the free distribution of these audiobooks to those who need them. In return, your business will gain valuable exposure and demonstrate its commitment to serving veterans, first responders, and the visually impaired.

Each time an audiobook is downloaded, your brand will be associated with a program that changes lives, creating stronger communities through the power of service and storytelling.

Our Vision: Free Audiobooks for All

At The Veterans Club, we believe everyone should have access to books, regardless of disability. That’s why we distribute our audiobooks for free using podcast technology, ensuring that visually impaired individuals can enjoy literature without barriers.

By bringing veterans, first responders, seniors, and individuals with developmental disabilities together as narrators, we’re building a program that promotes personal growth, community connection, and service. Our partnerships with authors and businesses ensure the program continues to thrive and expand, making a lasting impact.

Join Us in Making a Difference

The Veterans Club Audiobook Narration Program is more than a project—it’s a mission to serve, connect, and empower. Whether you’re a veteran, author, business leader, or someone looking for a way to give back, we invite you to join us.

  • Veterans and First Responders: Use your voice to bring stories to life and make a difference for visually impaired listeners. No experience is required—just a desire to serve once again.
  • Authors: Share your stories with a new audience and contribute to a meaningful cause by partnering with us.
  • Businesses: Support a program that strengthens the community and makes a tangible difference in people’s lives.

Together, we can make a lasting impact—one story at a time. Contact us today to learn how you can be part of this mission of service through storytelling.

Join the mission. Change lives. Visit theveteransclub.org/Narrated-By to get started.

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Ed Bejarana is the founder of The Veterans Club and a proud U.S. Army veteran. He served in the 3rd Armored Division Band in Frankfurt, Germany, from 1987 to 1989. Now residing in Coeur d'Alene, Idaho, with his wife of over 33 years, Ed runs a small digital marketing and website development business and is also an accomplished audiobook narrator. He is dedicated to supporting veterans and fostering community connections through his work and passion projects.

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