Audiobook Narration

Samples

Literary mystery; 3rd POV; f/m
LGBTQIA+ sociology Nonfiction ; 1st POV; f
Queer Rom-Com; 1st POV; f/f
Cozy mystery; 3rd POV; f/m

close up portrait of Mary, a white woman with dark glasses, long blondish hair, and the background is blurred green foliage

About me

I’m Mary Crauderueff, a queer audiobook narrator, digital organizer, and archivist based in Philadelphia, PA.

In my professional home studio, I love narrating nonfiction narratives that explore religion & spirituality, social justice, and personal growth; as well as creative nonfiction like memoirs and poetry.

I also love narrating romance (particularly with queer or sapphic characters) and literary fiction.

Contact

hello@marycrauderueff.com

Images of my life

A dark photo, with a stack of books, chair, and microphone.
A peek into my home studio!
Image of a computer open to Audacity, a microphone blocking part of the view.
POV: you are me, getting ready to record
I love hanging out with my friends’ pups! This is Smoothie
At my 9-5, in our archives reading room
Did I mention I love dogs? Here’s Minnie!
Another artistic outlet: doing my nails
I love catching the light just right!
More, different light, Ash Wednesday
Couldn’t pass by this rose….
Hi! It’s me!
Minnie again, being serious
One of my favorite genres – books on writing

More about me

I have a BA in theatre arts. In addition to being a narrator, I’ve worked in academic archives and libraries for 20 years. Narration extends my passions as a librarian of fostering community, creating access to resources, and empowering others with valuable skills. A special set of skills I bring to narration is the organizational, project management, and mentorship skills I’ve honed as an archivist.

I have a passion for discovering new stories and have a deep curiosity about the world. I’ve been inspired by trips to places like Ireland, Kenya, the West Bank, and Bangladesh. Whether it’s going on hikes with friends, exploring different countries across the continents, or finding ways to combat white supremacy, transphobia, and the patriarchy, I’m always eager to broaden my horizons and make a positive impact.

Being an auntie to my amazing niblings is one of the greatest joys in my life. They love gathering around me, eagerly stacking up books for me to read to them, giving me the opportunity to share my love of reading – and also to experiment with new character voices!

To nourish myself, I love hanging out with my friends, relaxing on the beach, brewing a delicious cup of espresso, singing my heart out, and immersing myself in a book (or two… or three, plus an audiobook in the car!). I’m a bit of a church nerd and regularly attend multiple churches that connect me to leftist and queer communities, as well as the Divine, in unique and meaningful ways.