Interview with Nikki Zakocs - Narrator

Oct 22nd Interview with Nikki Zakocs – Narrator

I want to introduce you to a gem of a narrator. Give a Spooktacular welcome to Nikki Zakocs, audiobook narrator. She has narrated two of my books (so far), CHARM ME AGAIN (available now) and HIDDEN GYPSY MAGIC (available by year end). Pssst… she’ll be working on Chocolate Raspberry Magic (due out April 2021) 4th book in A Witch’s Journey plus it’s one of the One Scoop or Two series from The Wild Rose Press. Working with Nikki to bring my books and characters alive was an absolute blast. She is professional, courteous, and a talented narrator. Scroll down to the bottom for an audio sample of Charm Me Again. Now lets see what makes Nikki tick.

Tell us about yourself.

I was a teacher by profession, but have always loved the Arts. Theatre, film, music. I stayed at home with my kids when they were young and came upon audiobook narrating through a casting call for my son. He was a child actor. When I realized it was something I could do on my own schedule and it involved reading and acting, it was a no brainer.
I am a full time narrator.
I did theatre as a child and teenager. I do not think it is essential. But a love of story telling and performing is what is important, in my opinion.
Yes, I am an audiobook listener. I have been listening to books on audio for years, way back when they were books on tape. I love hearing a story. Especially on long car rides or walks. I love that you can do something else while being transported to another place and time.
I don’t think I am suited for books with a lot of violence in them. I have turned down a couple of books because after I read the entire book, it just wasn’t a good fit for me.
I love to work closely with authors. I feel it it’s a team effort and the closer we work together the better the finished product will be.
I have not yet been recognized for my voice, but I hope to be some day!
I always connect with at least one character in a book. I find something I have in common and I become that character. This is how I really get into the book and it makes it easy to tell the story.
Yes, I read reviews. I love the good ones, and the not so good ones are taken with a grain of salt. I know not to take it personally. I can’t be everyone’s cup of tea. The comments I find most constructive are the ones that give details of why they like/dislike my narration.
My dream author would be Phillipa Gregory. But I will have to work on my British accent a lot. That is why it is a dream.

SPEED ROUND for a little added fun: Take it away Nikki-

Favorite movie: Breakfast at Tiffany’s

Favorite book: Kane and Abel

Last Book Read: The Great Alone by Kristin Hannah

Favorite Color: Midnight Blue

Stilettos, Tennies or Flipflops: Flip Flops

Coffee or Tea: Coffee

Ebook or audio book or paper back: Love all 3

Pencil or pen: Pen

Favorite Song : Stevie Nicks, Landslide

Streak or not: Streak – after a couple glasses of wine

Favorite Dessert: Tiramisu

Favorite Junk Food: Cheese Popcorn

Favorite thing to do to relax: Lay in the sun with a drink and a good book

Champagne or gin: Champagne

Paranormal or Historical; Tie between paranormal and historical

WonderWoman, Superman, Aquaman, Batman, Top Model: Wonder Woman

Favorite TV Show: Big Bang Theory

Hot or cold: Hot

POV: 1^st Person

I’d die if I don’t have my pets

Review or not: Always Review

Nikki Zakocs Biography

Nikki lives in sunny Arizona where she records in her professional home studio. A love of learning, reading and the arts has created her passion for narrating books. With a Master’s degree in Education and Literacy, she spent many years reading to her students, many who were English language learners. Nikki is passionate about education, child advocacy and a true animal lover with a home full of pets. When she is not a party of one in a small padded room, she enjoys travel, photography and a good cup of coffee with a piece of cake.

Social Media Links

Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/NikkiZakocs

Twitter: https://twitter.com/NZakocs

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/nikkizakocs/

Linked In: https://www.linkedin.com/in/nikki-zakocs/

Thank you so much Nikki for stopping by to chat with us. I look forward to working with you again very soon.

Charm Me Again: – Breaking the curse is only the first step to forever.

Daylan, a warlock, is being haunted, but what the ghost wants is a mystery. His magical powers bring him no closer to an answer—until he encounters Josie, a Yoga instructor.

But when she is kidnapped by an ancient Fae Warrior set on revenge Daylan must rescue her before the rogue claims her as his own. During his quest, his world spirals out of control, and a devastating curse comes to light. Could the ghost hold the answers he needs?

Can he break the age-old curse to save Josie and their future, or will Daylan lose her forever?

Hidden Gypsy Magic – (Due out by 12-31-20) – Discover the consequences of awakening hidden Gypsy magic!

The Salem Wildlife Sanctuary is Gwen Taylor’s life work. Her Irish Gypsy heritage provides a hidden talent she uses to help the creatures under her care. But even her magical skills can’t help new rescues in dire need of veterinary care.

The opportunity of signing on as the vet for Gwen’s sanctuary dropped into Brock Scutter’s lap after he expanded his practice to include wildlife. The personal attraction he and Gwen experience is undeniable the more their professional and personal lives collide.

Touring the only “non-haunted” house in Salem they both feel a spark of magic. A trip to his family’s cabin uncovers a heritage he didn’t know existed. If they want a future together, it means facing the consequences of awakening hidden Gypsy magic and a race against the clock to correct past wrongs.