Reviews/ Testimonials
Book Title / Project Name
The Secret On The Second Shelf
Testimonial
Working with David Sweeney Bear on The Secret On The Second Shelf was an excellent experience from start to finish. An initial discussion with David really helped shape the characters and bring clarity to the personalities, tone, and direction of the audiobook before production even began. Throughout the project there was genuine collaboration, with David consistently offering helpful advice, creative suggestions, and practical tips, including guidance around the opening and closing credits, all with a clear passion for getting the characters and atmosphere exactly right.
David showed a real commitment to nailing each character performance and ensuring the final production captured the spirit of the story. Communication was excellent throughout, turnaround times were very fast, and the overall production process was handled professionally and efficiently from beginning to end.
I really wanted to capture a creepy undertone to The Secret On The Second Shelf, to bring the scare-factor, and I think David's portrayal of Daniel, the main villain, really worked well to achieve that goal.
I would highly recommend David to anyone looking for a talented narrator and producer who is collaborative, creative, reliable, and truly professional. First class work!
What were you looking for in a narrator before we began?
I was looking for a true collaborative spirit, and I found that in David.
What stood out about working together?
Great communication, excellent understanding, and a real professionalism around the craft. I truly hope we have the opportunity to collaborate again in the future.
How did the final audiobook meet or exceed your expectations?
It exceeded expectations. David really nailed the characters, and gave a first class performance.
Would you recommend my narration services to other authors or publishers? Why?
I would have no hesitation recommending David's narration services to others. He is not only reliable, but clearly the best of the best in this profession. His work really stands out!
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http://thesecretonthesecondshelf.com/
Book Title / Project Name
The Still Point: lessons in awareness from a world on edge
Testimonial
In a crowded space, finding the right voice can feel strangely overwhelming. You’ll hear plenty of “good,” but you’re looking for right, right for you. For my audiobook, The Still Point, David Sweeney-Bear was exactly that. On the process side, David was exceptionally responsive, almost always same-day, and relentlessly detail-oriented. He’s patient, extremely easy to work with, and consistently available, which matters more than people admit once you’re deep into revisions and trying to keep momentum. On performance, he brought real depth and range to the narration. Crucially for a travelogue, he handled accents and regional idiosyncrasies with ease, never turning them into caricature, and always keeping the storytelling clean and believable. I’d recommend David without hesitation, whatever your need or end goal. If you choose him, you won’t be disappointed.
How did the final audiobook meet or exceed your expectations?
David exceeded all expectations…His tone and pacing were spot-on, with a level of polish and confidence that made the whole piece feel very natural. Accents and regional quirks came through naturally and credibly, which is critical for a travelogue. Just as importantly, his process was smooth: fast turnaround, patient revisions, and real attention to detail.
Would you recommend my narration services to other authors or publishers? Why?
I strongly recommend David without reservation, regardless of your goals or genre. He was exceptional.