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PANApplause / Recognitions Programs

PANApplause / Recognitions Programs

The PANA Awards Programs aka “PANApplause” are peer-oriented celebrations of work in the field of audiobook narration. Created by and for professional narrators, these honors inclusively recognize the talent and contributions within our industry.

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Our PANApplause Programs

Narrator Spotlight

Narrator features that celebrate members of the PANA community monthly and offer producer visibility.

Check out Our Narrator SpotlighT Gallery

Narrator of Distinction

PANA’s signature annual awards program with industry judges celebrating exceptional audiobook narrators.

Stay Tuned for our Narrator of Distinction Gallery!

How can I be considered for these programs?

PANApplause awards are a an exclusive perk of PANA membership. If you are not a member yet, we’d love to have you on board: Join today!

PANA members should make sure they’re logged in to view the submission instructions.

What is the Recognitions Team?

The PANA Recognitions Team creates programs that elevate audiobook narrators and the audiobook creation process. The programs created by this team vary in format from awards to spotlights and strive to inclusively elevate the work of narrators. Our emphasis is on creating peer-led processes that result in diverse pools of celebrated community members. Interested in celebrating your peers and joining the Recognitions Team? Please email volunteer@pronarrators.org.

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