Need mp3 file recognized as audiobook in iTunes

I create large mp3 files (3 hours and more) that I want to listen to on my phone BUT every time I exit the file it starts over again at the beginning (like a song does) when I come back to it.  I want these files to behave like an audiobook that holds my place until I return.  Anybody know how/if I can do this?  My audio editing software will save what I create in other formats (like WAVE, AAC and AIFF - whatever those are).  Will any of these work?  Thanks guys.  Linda

I have the same issue.  I tried the suggestion and actually used this method in the past all the time.  Since starting IOS 8, though, the audiobook will show up in the mp3 audiobook section of the iPhone 5 music player, but when you click it the program crashes.  It works fine if you keep it in music, but will not remember it's spot or move on automatically to the next chapter as it used to do un audiobooks.  Other suggestions?  Thx

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