Our Narrators

Brad Grochowski

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With a rich background in narrating and producing children’s audiobooks, Brad’s voice has become a familiar presence in hundreds of children’s stories on Audible, Youtube channels, and on popular websites and apps dedicated to audio stories for kids.

Brad’s narration style offers a unique blend of charm and relatability, infused with a vibrant personality and sincerity. His voice carries an undeniable gravitas and depth, capturing the heart of every story and connecting deeply with young listeners.

Brad’s journey began as a classically trained actor, complemented by years as a vaudeville-style stage performer. His experience extends beyond the stage, as he has also taught children in diverse subjects—ranging from acting to gardening, natural sciences, and STEM—across summer camps, after-school programs, theatres, and professional training centers nationwide. This multifaceted expertise makes Brad an exceptional choice for bringing even the most imaginative and challenging children’s stories to life.

Louise Porter

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With over three decades of live theatre experience and five years as a full-time professional voice actor, Louise brings unparalleled vocal versatility and dramatic skill to children’s book narration. Her extensive stage background has honed her ability to breathe life into characters, creating distinct voices and emotions that captivate young listeners and immerse them in the story.

Being bidialectal in American and British English, as well as being proficient in many other national and regional accents, Louise is able to adapt to diverse characters and settings, offering a richer, more authentic experience for listeners across different English-speaking cultures.  

Louise is a master at delivering dynamic, engaging performances that make each tale resonate with vibrancy. Her rigorous training and education in both theatre and voice acting ensure a strong, clear delivery, coupled with an innate understanding of pacing and expression. Her deep passion for storytelling, combined with her professional expertise, transforms every narration into an unforgettable experience, fostering a lifelong love for books and imagination in children.

Louise brings stories to life with a voice that sparks imagination and creates lasting memories.

Phil Schoen

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Storytelling runs in Phil’s blood. Growing up in a family of actors, he learned early about the magic that happens when words come alive, and his voice brings stories to life with warmth and wonder.

After three decades in broadcasting, Phil fell in love with voice acting and has found himself especially drawn to children’s audiobooks. With nearly 100 audiobooks under his belt, many crafted for children, he’s a seasoned narrator who can make words sparkle for young ears. He’s particularly drawn to children’s stories for their wonderful fantastical elements and how the best ones share important lessons about life.

Phil has lots of experience telling stories to children—from his audiobook productions to the bedtime tales he’s shared with his own four kids over the years. This personal touch comes through in his warm, engaging style.

His voice has a smooth, friendly quality that kids love. Phil really enjoys creating different character voices that make stories pop, and he can slip into various accents—whether it’s a Southern drawl or a Scottish brogue—to bring characters to life.

Whether he’s narrating thrilling adventures or cozy bedtime stories, Phil knows that great children’s audiobooks do more than just tell stories—they create those special moments that get kids excited about books and let their imaginations soar.

Robyn Needham

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Robyn is a passionate children’s storyteller and former elementary theatre teacher. Her career has taken her to stages across the country, and even abroad in South Korea where she enchanted young minds performing with an ESL (English as a Second Language) children’s theatre company.

As a children’s book narrator, Robyn has voiced a diverse range of genres and characters, showcasing her versatility and warm storytelling style.

In 2023, she received recognition as a finalist in The Wishing Shelf Book Awards for her narration of “African Animal Alphabet Safari” by Sipiwe Sikwila.

With a background in singing and acting, Robyn loves creating different characters and personalities to bring each story to life.

Sixta Morel

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Award winning narrator Sixta Morel is a bilingual voice actress (English/Spanish). With a warm, expressive style, she brings characters to life and creates magical, engaging experiences for young listeners.

Born in the Dominican Republic, and established in the USA, her natural ability to connect with diverse audiences is rooted in her rich cultural heritage and her authentic delivery. As both a mom and a professional narrator, she intuitively understands how to spark curiosity and comfort through voice alone. Sixta’s voice makes stories feel real, magical, and memorable. 

Available to narrate full stories in Spanish, and short stories children books in English, with a slight accent.