Charlie Cradle's Wonderful Existence (Audiobook/Audiodrama)

Charlie Cradle's Wonderful Existence (Audiobook/Audiodrama)

Project Overview

Blurb: Charlie Cradle's life was going nowhere. Being shy, and socially awkward, she believed virtual sunshine was enough for her. But one day all of that changed when she was challenged to live a more fulfilling life by someone at her mundane telemarketing job. However, what she wouldn't have guessed before embarking on her quest was that she would meet an unlikely love interest, who just so happened to be a wizard.

Summary: It's a story about self-discovery, personal growth, and how love is never as easy as we wish it could be. Set in the fictional Canadian city of Riverton, New Brunswick. Call it an urban fantasy love story or paranormal romance with a healthy dose of humour. In a nutshell, it's girl meets boy who turns out to be more than what he appears. The experience opens her up to a world she never knew existed.

Background: I wrote a book several years ago called Charlie Cradle's Wonderful Existence as a gift for my wife. I wanted to write a book she would want to read. Now I'm bringing it to audio and would love to have it fully cast! I will be uploading this to my podcast called Mr. Jimmo's Radio Theatre. Feel free to audition for as many roles as you like. I'll be reading as the narrator.

Project Length: Approx. 2 hours when completed.

Disclosure: I am sadly unable to fund every role for this venture. I am offering $25 for Lead roles, but all other roles are unpaid. Please only audition if you are okay with that. I wish I could afford to give more, but I'm just a guy pursuing a passion project. My wife will cut my throat if I break the bank lol. However, I am starting a Kickstarter campaign to hopefully raise more funds in order to pay everyone. It's a long shot, but who knows?

Lines are subject to change during editing process. By the time casting is complete lines will be ready to be delivered to voice actors for recording. Roles marked as "Extra" have approx. 5 lines or less.

Requirements:

- You must be 18+ years to audition.
- A decent microphone is important.
- Ability to send MP3 files via email or Discord. Whichever is easier for you.

Besides Casting Call Club you can reach me by:
Discord - Mr. Jimmo#6414
Twitter - @MisterJimmo

Thanks for your interest and good luck auditioning!

~ Mr. Jimmo

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  • Charlie Cradle has been cast!

    Charlie Cradle has been cast! While I planned to wait a while longer before casting anyone, not to mention the amount of talent to choose from, it was kstegercello's version of Charlie that won both my wife and I over. We couldn't help ourselves and had to cast her! It pains me to have to reject anyone for a role as I can't stand to see anyone be excluded from something. So here's a blanket statement to all those who do not end up getting cast for this project: My apologies that you didn't get the role. However, I'm grateful for your interest and audition! The amount of talent to choose from did not make casting easy. I hope to hear from you again on future projects I have in the works. Thank you so much and best of luck going forward. With that being said, I'm simply giddy with excitement at the thought of how good this is going to turn out! You are all the bees knees! All the best, ~ Mr. Jimmo

  • Looking good!

    Hello all! I'm blown away by the response so far. There are already so many great auditions to choose from! You're really making it tough on me to choose just one person for each role. That being said, I'm moving along my final edits a lot quicker than I anticipated. Casting will likely start happening halfway through the month until all roles are filled. By the end of next week you should know if you're cast or not. Thank you all so much for your interest! I look forward to working with you. :] ~ Mr Jimmo
Project Roles: Charlie Cradle Rowan Tom Roxy Lisette Charlie's Mother Mr. Director Mr. Morris Red Blue (Demon) Purple (Demon) Black (Demon) Mr. MacDonald Man on Phone
Voice Actor
Voice Actor
Charlie Cradle
open
Unpaid

Charlie is the main character of the story. She would classify herself as a geek. Twenty one, socially awkward, and likes to spend her time online gaming, reading comic books and fantasy novels. She has little to no dating experience. She's on a quest for self-discovery and a more exciting lifestyle.

  • Of course! I’ve been thinking about the Bow of Lesser Destruction all night. Can you imagine the kind of damage I'll be doing after an upgrade like that?!

  • It’s kind of creepy. It’s like she has no concept of anything other than pure joy. But she’s really sweet, so I like her. Not to mention she makes really good coffee. *Sips Coffee* Um, except for this one.

  • It’s a gift. Or it could be obsessive compulsive disorder. I’ve never figured out which one.

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Voice Actor
Voice Actor
Rowan
closed
Unpaid
Role assigned to: EurasianRob

Rowan is the man who changes Charlie's life. He's handsome, charming, friendly, and just about always smiling. He's the kind of guy everybody loves to be around. He also calls himself a wizard. But there is more to him than meets the eye!

  • Come on. That wasn't so bad. Look, I've already learned two important things about you. Your name and your hatred for pickles. I'd say we're off to a good start.

  • Sunflower seeds. Would you like some? They aren’t roasted like the ones you buy from the store. It’s the way I like them. The birds too.

  • I’m sorry! I couldn’t think of a better way. It’s actually pretty frustrating. It's like leaving behind a magical fingerprint no matter what I do.

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Voice Actor
Tom
closed
Unpaid
Role assigned to: holographicVA

Tom is Charlie's in-game friend of 2 years. They have never met but they are close. When Tom learns about Rowan, his true feelings for Charlie begin to surface over the course of the story.

  • What’s up? You still coming to the dungeon run tonight?

  • Herding monsters, poking them with sharp and pointy things, letting them beat the crap out of me… It’s what I do.

  • You actually went outside? Infamous hermit, Charlie Cradle, has actually seen what street lamps look like past sundown?

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Voice Actor
Voice Actor
Roxy
closed
Unpaid
Role assigned to: leebeewilly

Roxy is a motorcycle riding immortal bounty hunter on the hunt for Rowan. The story's antagonist. Every time Charlie runs into her it's never a good time. She's tough as nails, sassy, and hot and she knows it.

  • The name’s Roxy. I’m a bounty hunter. I’m looking for a certain someone I believe you have connections to. So how about we make this easy and you just tell me where he is?

  • Ugh, mortals! You people seem to have such a hard time grasping details. Not to mention your sense of taste. Just look at this place! Total nerd central! Why he's got any interest in you is beyond me.

  • Don’t tell me you’re still leading that nerd around on a leash? Come on, Rowan! How your standards have changed.

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Voice Actor
Voice Actor
Lisette
closed
Unpaid
Role assigned to: Stephanie_L

Lisette works at a coffee shop and sees Charlie regularly. She's a beautiful, glass-half full kind of gal. Perky, optimistic, friendly, and always in a good mood.

  • It’s another beautiful morning! What will you have today? Oh, I know! Why don’t you try our new spiced pumpkin cafe mocha? It's a nice way to warm you up on these cool autumn days, don’t you think?

  • Oh. Don’t you get tired of always getting the same thing? Why not try something different for a change? Spice your life up just a little?

  • Oh. My. God! That is the sweetest thing I’ve ever heard!

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Voice Actor
Charlie's Mother
closed
Unpaid
Role assigned to: Sharon Grünwald

Charlie's mother would love nothing more than for Charlie to be a fashionable, giddy, girl-girly type person. She has always wanted a little girl to dress up and make look pretty. So it disappoints her that Charlie resists. But there is no denying she loves her unconditionally.

  • Charlene! Are you okay? You had me worried sick! What’s the matter with you not calling your mother for three days?

  • Is it so wrong to want a little conversation with my baby girl every once in a while?

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Voice Actor
Voice Actor
Mr. Director
closed
Unpaid
Role assigned to: Walker Starr

Mr. Director is Charlie's boss. Mr. Director isn't even his official title, it's just what he likes to call himself. He's THAT kind of person. Self-important and a closet alcoholic.

  • Charlie! It’s good to see you back at work. But before you get started, there’s someone I want you to meet. She’ll be your new supervisor on this unit.

  • Fantastic! Now I’ll just leave the two of you to get to know each other a little better while I go and pour myself another drink… of coffee! I mean coffee. Yes – right!

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Voice Actor
Voice Actor
Mr. Morris
closed
Unpaid
Role assigned to: Alanon

Mr. Morris is one of the people Charlie calls from her telemarketing job. However, he's the caller who sets her life on a course she'd never return from. His words motivate her to challenge herself.

  • Before I agree to answer your questionnaire, I would like to ask you your opinion about something first. After that, I’ll decide whether or not I want to be part of your research.

  • I mean the nerve of the guy! Am I right? So I yelled at him and said ‘YOU NEVER EVEN ASKED WHAT KIND OF MUSTARD I WAS USING!’ I was so angry, I logged out of the game and ate my sandwich by myself.

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Voice Actor
Red
closed
Unpaid
Role assigned to: mj_freed

Red is a demon owner of a popular nightclub. He's the kind of creep I wouldn't leave my drink alone with.

  • What’s wrong, honey? Haven’t you ever met a demon before?

  • Straight from the land of fire and brimstone, baby! But between you and me, this place gets way hotter.

  • Suit yourself. But there ain't no other bed like the one you share with Red.

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Voice Actor
Blue (Demon)
closed
Unpaid
Role assigned to: MichiMich

A demon with blue lipstick. One of Red's girls. 

*This character has very few lines*

  • Ah, ah, ah... Where do you think you’re going?

  • I like where you’re going with this. Let's teach this little one a lesson, shall we? Red can join in when he’s ready.

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Voice Actor
Purple (Demon)
closed
Unpaid
cast offsite

A demon with purple lipstick. One of Red's girls.

*This character has very few lines.*

  • Red’s not going to like you bailing on him like that. I suggest you have a seat and wait there like a proper little virgin if you know what's good for you.

  • [Angry] Once I’m finished feasting on your bones, I’ll be sure to take real good care of your little pet virgin.

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Voice Actor
Black (Demon)
closed
Unpaid
Role assigned to: Sharon Grünwald

A demon with black lipstick. One of Red's girls.

*This character has very few lines.*

  • You know, sisters... Red could be a while dealing with that pretty boy downstairs. Why don’t we warm up this little flower for him in the meantime, hmm?

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Voice Actor
Mr. MacDonald
closed
Unpaid
Role assigned to: DonovanKingVA

One of the people Charlie calls from her job as a telemarketer. He's old and hard of hearing.

*This character has very few lines.*

  • No, there’s no Charlie here. You must have the wrong number.

  • Yes and I’ve been trying to tell you that Charlie MacDonald died ten years ago. Got real sick, he did. I say it was his wife. Her soup tasted so awful I just know she was sneaking toilet cleaner in it.

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Voice Actor
Man on Phone
closed
Unpaid
Role assigned to: kbcrazy

One of the people Charlie calls from her job as a telemarketer. He's pissed because telemarketers always call at supper time.

*These are this characters only lines in the story.*

  • I’m sick and tired of you calling my house!

  • You want my opinion? I don’t give a damn about your pickles! I just want to be able to enjoy supper without being asked to answer ridiculous questions for a change!

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