Dialogue That Breathes: Pacing Techniques for AI Audiobooks
Vois TeamTLDR:Add 500-750ms pauses between speakers using [pause=NNN] nodes. Use punctuation to shape emotional rhythm. Use different voices per character. Let silence build tension.
Frequently Asked Questions
How do I add pauses to AI audiobook dialogue?
Use the /pause slash command to insert a timed silence (300ms to 3 seconds). In text, write [pause=500] for 500 milliseconds. Punctuation also creates natural pauses: periods give a full stop, ellipsis creates a reflective beat, and commas add a brief breath.
How do I differentiate between characters in AI audiobooks?
Assign each character a different voice from the 63 production voices in Vois. Then vary their punctuation rhythm: one character uses short, clipped sentences; another speaks in longer, flowing phrases with ellipsis.
What is the best pause length between audiobook speakers?
Professional audiobook narrators typically use 500 to 750 milliseconds between speakers. In Vois, insert [pause=500] or [pause=750] between character lines to create this natural gap.
Can I add emotions or sighs to AI audiobook narration?
Yes. The expressive engine supports nine paralinguistic tags: [laugh], [sigh], [gasp], [cough], [chuckle], [groan], [shush], [sniff], and [clear throat]. Place them right after the speaker tag, before the dialogue text.
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