Problem

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Users are looking for a way to narrate their favorite books and have the ability to listen to their own narrations. However, existing audiobook apps only offer pre-recorded narrations and do not allow users to create their own narrations.

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Solution

The Audiobook Maker & Player - Reader for Talking Books app offers a solution to this problem by allowing users to import their favorite eBooks, or any other text source, record their own narrations, listen to the narrations, edit their recordings, and export their audiobooks.

Who and Why
 

1. Students: Young individuals who are looking for a way to narrate and listen to their textbook materials in a more engaging manner. They can use the app to record their own voice, creating a personalized learning experience.
    

2. Actors: Professionals in the entertainment industry who are seeking a platform to showcase their voiceover abilities. They can use the app to narrate books, short stories, and other literary materials, giving them the opportunity to build their portfolio.
    

3. Book Enthusiasts: People who are passionate about books and reading. They can use the app to narrate their favorite books and listen to their own recordings.
    

4. Language Learners: Individuals who are learning a new language and want to improve their speaking and listening skills. They can use the app to record their voice while reading books in the target language, giving them the opportunity to practice speaking and listening in a more natural context.
    

5. Writers: This segment includes professional and aspiring writers who are looking for a tool to dictate their content. App provides them with a wide range of features that make dictation effortless and efficient. The app's editing and export options also provide them with an opportunity to share their work with a larger audience.

 

Segmentation

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• Book Enthusiasts: This segment includes individuals who are passionate about books and enjoy listening to audiobooks. The app provides them with the ability to narrate their favorite books, giving them a new way to engage with the content.

• Age: Our target market ranges from young adults (18-35) to seniors (55+) who are interested in audiobooks and book narration.

• Occupation: Our target market includes individuals who are employed full-time, part-time, students, or retirees who enjoy reading and listening to audiobooks in their free time.

• Geography: Our target market is global, with a focus on English-speaking countries.

• Interests: Our target market includes individuals who are interested in literature, self-improvement, personal development, and education. They are also interested in technology and innovation, and are open to trying new app-based solutions for reading and listening to audiobooks.

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Target

Reader for Talking Books app is individuals who enjoy reading books and have a desire to narrate their own audiobooks. This could include hobbyist narrators, aspiring actors and voiceover artists, and people who simply enjoy the process of creating and listening to their own audiobooks. The app is designed for people who are looking for a comprehensive and easy-to-use solution to create, edit, and listen to their own audiobooks, without the need for expensive equipment or professional recording studios.

 

Design process:

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1. Research: Before starting the design process, it was crucial to understand the target audience's needs and expectations. This was achieved through market analysis and reading a large number of comments to gain insight into their habits, preferences, and pain points.

2. Ideation: Based on the research findings, we came up with several ideas for the app's design and features. They also considered current market trends and the competitive landscape to ensure that the app would be unique and user-friendly.

3. Information Architecture: The UX team created a comprehensive information architecture that included the app's main features and user flows. This helped ensure that the app was easy to navigate and understand.

4. Prototyping: The team created a low-fidelity prototype to test the few parts of app's functionality and usability. 

5. Design: We considered elements such as color, typography, and iconography to ensure that the app was both aesthetically pleasing and easy to use.

6. Development: Once the design was finalized, the team worked on developing the app, ensuring that it was optimized for performance and user experience. They also incorporated features such as recording and editing tools, the ability to import and export audiobooks, and a player for listening to audiobooks.