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ebook2audiobookXTTS - An open-source AI tool for converting ebooks to audiobooks, supporting 16 languages.

ebook2audiobookXTTS is an open-source AI tool that converts ebooks into audiobooks. It supports various ebook formats, such as epub, pdf, and mobi, and uses Coqui XTTS technology to achieve high-quality audio...

What is ebook2audiobookXTTS?

ebook2audiobookXTTS is an open-source AI tool that converts ebooks into audiobooks. It supports various ebook formats such as epub, pdf, and mobi, using Coqui XTTS technology for high-quality text-to-speech conversion. The tool supports 16 languages, is easy to use, and offers multiple usage methods including command line, web interface, and Docker container. The converted audiobooks are in .m4b format, including chapters and metadata, making them easy to listen to on various devices and suitable for all types of users to improve reading efficiency or enjoy the pleasure of listening to books.

Main functions of ebook2audiobookXTTS

  • Format conversionConvert various ebook formats (such as EPUB, PDF, MOBI, etc.) into audiobook format (.m4b).
  • High-quality TTSUsing Coqui XTTS technology, we achieve high-quality text-to-speech conversion that closely resembles human speech.
  • Multilingual supportIt supports multiple languages, including English and Chinese, to meet the needs of different users.
  • Chapter recognitionAutomatically identifies chapters in ebooks and creates corresponding chapter tags in audiobooks.
  • Metadata retentionIt preserves the metadata of ebooks, such as title, author, and cover, for easy management and identification.
  • Ease of useIt offers multiple usage methods, including command-line interface, web interface, and Docker container, to facilitate user operation.

The technical principles of ebook2audiobookXTTS

  • CalibreCalibre is a powerful ebook management and conversion tool that can handle various ebook formats, including EPUB, MOBI, and PDF. In ebook2audiobookXTTS, Calibre converts ebooks into text format, which is a prerequisite for subsequent text-to-speech (TTS) conversion.
  • Coqui XTTSCoqui XTTS is a text-to-speech (TTS) system developed by Mozilla's Coqui team. It uses deep learning technology to generate naturally sounding speech. Coqui XTTS is characterized by its ability to create synthesized speech with specific vocal features, and it excels in voice cloning and multilingual support.

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Application scenarios of ebook2audiobookXTTS

  • Personal learning and reading: To help visually impaired people access book content through hearing.
  • Education and TrainingLanguage learners improve their listening comprehension by listening to audiobooks in different languages.
  • Content creation and distributionAuthors convert their works into audiobooks to broaden distribution channels.
  • Enterprises and professional fieldsCompanies are converting training manuals into audiobooks to make it easier for employees to learn.
  • Libraries and Public ResourcesThe library provides audiobook services to promote knowledge dissemination.