How to Use CapCut's Text to Speech to Make Book Summaries for TikTok
If you love reading and want to share your favorite books on TikTok but don't feel confident speaking on camera, CapCut's Text to Speech (TTS) tool is your new best friend. Whether you're into fantasy, thrillers, romance, or self-help, CapCut makes it super easy to turn written book summaries into captivating videos, without needing to record your voice.
With the rise of BookTok, thousands of creators are attracting massive audiences by sharing bite-sized reviews, summaries, or chapter insights. But if you're shy or want to keep things quick and consistent, CapCut’s free Text to Speech AI feature helps you narrate your summaries with expressive AI voices.
Why Use CapCut to Make Book Summaries for TikTok?
TikTok videos move fast. You need to grab attention in the first three seconds, and CapCut helps you do just that. Here's why creators are turning to CapCut TTS for book-related content:
No Voice, No Problem
Not everyone wants to speak on camera. CapCut TTS gives you multiple voice styles—male, female, formal, playful—to match the tone of the book or your aesthetic.
Clean and Professional
TTS eliminates background noise, stutters, and retakes. Your summaries sound polished every time.
Fast and Efficient
You can create a week’s worth of content in one sitting. Write a script, apply TTS, add visuals, and you’re ready to post.
Customizable with Visuals
Use CapCut AI tools such as AI Voice Generator to add subtitles, cover images, transitions, and effects to turn plain text into an engaging visual story.
How to Use CapCut Text to Speech to Make Book Summaries for TikTok
Here’s your quick and easy workflow to go from book summary to TikTok-ready video using CapCut Desktop Video Editor:
Step 1: Write Your Book Summary Script
Before opening CapCut, write a short and punchy summary of the book. Keep in mind:
- Keep it under 150 words for 60-second TikToks
- Start with a hook: “This book changed how I see the world…”
- Mention the title, author, and main plot points or takeaways.
- End with a call to action: “Would you read this?” Break the summary into shorter sentences for smoother voice generation.
Step 2: Open CapCut PC and Convert Text to Speech
Launch CapCut Desktop Video Editor and open a new project.
Click the "Text" tab on the left panel. Choose "Text to speech" and paste your written script into the text box. Choose a voice from the dropdown. CapCut offers a variety of AI voices—test them until you find one that suits your content. Click “Generate speech” and wait a few seconds. CapCut will convert your script into a voiceover file that appears in your media library. Preview the audio before adding it to the timeline to ensure the pronunciation sounds natural. Try CapCut AI Video Upscaler for the best quality video results.
Step 3: Match Visuals with Voiceover
Now comes the fun part—designing your TikTok video. Drag the voiceover into your timeline. Add book cover images, quotes, or scenes using the Media tab. Use stickers, subtitles, and sound effects to enhance viewer retention. Add "Auto captions" under the "Text" tab so viewers can read along. Choose a vertical (9:16) layout optimized for TikTok. Once you’re happy with how it looks, export the video and upload it directly to TikTok. CapCut also lets you link your TikTok account to post straight from the editor.
Tips to Make Book Summaries That Go Viral
Now that you know the basic process, here are a few bonus tips to help your BookTok content shine:
- Use Trending Sounds (Optional)
You can lower the voiceover volume and add trending music under it. This helps your videos show up on more For You pages.
- Keep the Pacing Snappy
Don’t let the video drag. If your summary is longer, break it into a series—Part 1, Part 2, etc.
- Add Emotion with TTS
CapCut’s voice settings allow slight changes in tone and pace. For emotional books, pick a softer voice; for thrillers, go with a more dramatic one.
- Use B-Roll or Book Reels
Overlay TTS audio with aesthetic book visuals—coffee shots, page flips, candles—to create a cozy BookTok vibe.
- Hashtags Matter
Use niche hashtags like #BookTok, #BookSummary, #BookReview, and the book’s title to reach the right audience.
Ideas: Batch Your Content
Want to post consistently without burnout? Here’s a simple workflow:
- Write 5–10 summaries at once
- Use CapCut to generate all TTS files in one session
- Pair each voiceover with different visuals
- Schedule your posts over the week
Batching like this helps you stay on schedule and frees up time for reading more books.
Conclusion
CapCut’s Text to Speech tool is a game changer for shy creators, busy students, or anyone who wants to simplify content creation. With just a few clicks, you can turn your favorite reads into viral TikTok videos—without showing your face or using your own voice.
BookTok isn’t just about showing your bookshelf—it’s about sharing stories. And now, with CapCut, you can do it faster, easier, and more creatively than ever.