Audiobook Narration
“I haven’t read a book properly until I’ve had it read to me.”
— Mark Haddon, author of The Curious Incident of the Dog in the Night Time
What sets me apart.
My academic background and cultural immersion have given me a keen understanding of French and Spanish literature, language and pronunciation. While not a native speaker, I am fluent in both languages and can confidently handle narration and character voices if required. This skill adds an extra layer of authenticity to projects that call for it, whether it’s a classic novel, a children’s story or a travel guide that requires correct pronunciation of place names and historical figures.
Narration you can rely on.
Fiction or non-fiction, long form or short, for adults or kids—my deep, articulate British RP voice is perfectly suited to audiobook narration. With an MA in Medieval and Modern Languages and Literature (French and Spanish) from Oxford University and over ten years’ experience as a professional actor, you can be sure of a dynamic and engaging narration that gets to the heart of the text without ever overshadowing it.
Demos
Listen to my audiobook and audio drama samples here. Includes adult fiction, children’s fiction, poetry and non-fiction travel writing.
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Audiobook Work.
My audiobook portfolio includes adaptations of timeless classics like The Little Prince, contemporary travel guides for Kevin Costner’s Autio travel companion app, and narration with multiple character voices for the award-winning children’s interactive storybook Weirdwood Manor Volume 2: Rise of the Therimancer. Each project showcases my ability to balance storytelling with performance, highlighting my skills as a professional narrator.
Audio Drama.
My audio drama work includes Turning Point: This Is For Everyone for BBC Radio 4; an upcoming series for the Toniebox children’s story device; and the multi-part serial The Debt for Harlequin/Audio Up Inc. Whatever the genre or format, from intimate character-driven pieces to expansive, multi-voice productions, I can tailor my service to suit your requirements. In 2023, I was honoured to be a finalist for the BBC Norman Beaton Fellowship, their flagship award recognizing excellence in voice acting.
The technical stuff
Can work in London or remotely.
Live sessions available.
Rates start at £250 PFH for fully mastered, finished audio or £0.10 per word for raw, unedited audio.
Avid Certified User for Pro Tools
Engineer vetted, Source Connect Certified home studio for guaranteed broadcast quality audio.
Whether it’s the nuanced narration of a literary masterpiece, the playful energy of a children’s story, or the dramatic tension of an audio drama, I am here to deliver exceptional results.
Here’s what my clients have to say…
“Maxim was excellent!! He was friendly, easy to work with, responded fast, was easy to communicate with, and has a great voice. Would definitely recommend him and hope to work with him again in the future!”
— Will von B.., Urbs Travel Guides
