Audiobook Narrator — All Characters (Male & Female)

Seeking one voice actor to narrate all characters in North Bound, an adult urban fantasy novel by Matt Scalise.

The narrator must be comfortable performing both male and female characters, including dialogue, emotional scenes, suspense, and action sequences.

Distinct character voices are encouraged, but exaggerated accents or cartoonish performances are not necessary. Natural, believable storytelling is the priority.

New and aspiring voice actors are strongly encouraged to audition. Previous audiobook experience is not required.

Initial auditions are unpaid and will consist of a short manuscript excerpt. One or more selected narrator will be offered a $20 paid trial to record a complete chapter.

This is a trial opportunity only, with the potential for a separately negotiated contract to narrate the full audiobook.

Evelyn “Eve” Callahan

Gender: Female
Age: Mid-30s
Role: Lead protagonist / Philadelphia Detective

Eve is a determined, intelligent, and hardworking detective assigned to Philadelphia’s Missing and Exploited Children Unit. She’s practical, skeptical, and relies on evidence and logic rather than superstition.

Exhausted by the emotional toll of investigating missing children, Eve is nevertheless relentless in her pursuit of answers. She’s strong-willed, occasionally sarcastic, and unwilling to back down when challenged.

Voice and Performance:

• Natural American accent; subtle Philadelphia influences are welcome but not required.

• Confident, authoritative, and grounded.

• Able to convey frustration, sarcasm, compassion, vulnerability, and fear.

• Should sound like an experienced detective rather than an overly dramatic action hero.

• Emotional range is important as Eve’s investigation forces her to confront things she never believed possible.

Christopher “Chris” North

Gender: Male
Apparent Age: Mature adult late 30s in appearance
Role: Lead protagonist / Immortal Guardian

Christopher North is a mysterious, centuries-old warrior whose existence inspired the legend of Santa Claus. Originally a Viking, Chris has spent centuries protecting children and confronting supernatural threats.

Tall, broad-shouldered, and possessing piercing pale-blue eyes, Chris carries himself with unusual confidence and composure. He is compassionate but emotionally guarded, burdened by centuries of loss and responsibility.

He rarely loses his composure, but beneath his calm exterior is someone capable of tremendous anger, sorrow, and determination.

Voice and Performance:

• Mature, masculine voice with a calm, measured delivery.

• A naturally deeper tone is preferred, but not required.

• His speech should convey wisdom, experience, and quiet authority.

• Able to transition between gentle compassion, dry humor, restrained frustration, and intimidating seriousness.

• A Scandinavian accent is not required. Natural and believable delivery is more important than a forced accent.

• Chris should never sound like a stereotypical, cheerful Santa Claus. He is a warrior and protector first.

Krampus — Character Description

Gender: Male
Role: Main Antagonist / Ancient Demonic Entity

Krampus is a powerful, centuries-old now demonic creature and Christopher North’s greatest enemy. Cruel, sadistic, intelligent, and calculating, he takes pleasure in tormenting his enemies. He’s a fallen northern guardian that resents chris.

Voice: Deep, gravelly, and intimidating, with an ancient, commanding presence. His voice should feel monstrous without becoming cartoonish. He can shift from quiet, sinister mockery to explosive, thunderous rage. A naturally deep voice is preferred, but emotional delivery is more important.

Narration Requirements

This is a single-narrator audiobook project. The selected performer(s) will be responsible for portraying both protagonists and all supporting characters, regardless of gender.

All genders are welcome to audition. Applicants do not need to perfectly imitate opposite-gender voices. The priority is creating believable, distinguishable characters through tone, pacing, personality, and emotional delivery.

New and aspiring voice actors are encouraged to apply. Previous audiobook experience is not required.