Michael Crouch
“Crouch balances preparation with studio spontaneity.”
Accolades
Buckeye AudioFile Best of 2025 Fiction
The Real Education of TJ Crowley Audie Award 2025 Young Adult
The Warm Hands of Ghosts AudioFile Best of 2024 Science Fiction & Fantasy
When the World Tips Over AudioFile Best of 2024 Young Adult
Chain-Gang All-Stars AudioFile Best of 2023 Fiction
Oliver Loving AudioFile Best of 2018 Fiction
Hope Nation AudioFile Best of 2018 Young Adult
I Have Lost My Way AudioFile Best of 2018 Young Adult
The Ship of the Dead AudioFile Best of 2017 Children & Family Listening
Goodbye Days AudioFile Best of 2017 Young Adult
See You in the Cosmos AudioFile Best of 2017 Children & Family Listening
Salt to the Sea Audies Award 2017, AudioFile Best of 2016 Young Adult
The Serpent King AudioFile Best of 2016 Young Adult
The Big Dark AudioFile Best of 2016 Children & Family Listening
Recent Audiobooks
Want to see more?
Casting Professionals can apply for a free account to view contact information, skills & experience, listen to voice samples, and more.
Podcasts
Videos
About Michael
Talking with Michael Crouch
In June 2021, Michael Crouch was inducted as a Golden Voice, AudioFile’s lifetime achievement honor for audiobook narrators.
What helps you achieve an emotional connection to a book and the characters?
When I finish reading the book, I grab my notepad and write a brief Gut Response–any thoughts, feelings, or personal connections that jump to mind. It’s helpful to refer back to these notes after doing more tedious work like researching pronunciations, accents, etc. It’s a way to get out of my head and into my body. When recording, I nudge the analytical part of my mind aside and tap into the active or emotional energy flowing through the words. The emotional connection comes from there.
You narrate a lot of audiobooks for children and young adults–what do you enjoy about the genres?
They help me reconnect with the kid in me. Things like dressing up in costumes and making home movies with my cousins. Driving while blasting music for the first time. First love, first heartbreak. I like recalling how it felt when these experiences were brand new.
Tell us about a time you’ve gotten feedback from a fan.
A man who lived through the very worst of the AIDS epidemic sent me a message after listening to THE GREAT BELIEVERS. He thanked me for helping him remember his partner and the many friends he’d lost. He took time to list each of their names. It was incredibly humbling.
What has surprised you the most about your work in audiobooks?
There’s room to break every rule you learn. Each book is different. I used to tell myself things like, “I should read every book at a relatively slow pace” or “I should fill every middle-grade audio with big, animated characterizations.” But then I would inevitably come across a book that just begged to be read at a faster pace or a middle-grade audio that needed really subtle characterizations. I have to stay sensitive to what each book is asking for. It’s an art, not a science.
June/July 2021
___
See also: 5 Questions with Narrator Michael Crouch (Interview with Candace Levy | June 16, 2021
Photo by Christine Cain-Weidner
© AudioFile 2021, Portland, Maine
Last Updated: December 17, 2025
“Voices To Know has opened doors I didn’t even know existed. I’ve connected with casting directors who truly value the craft of narration—and found projects that perfectly fit my voice.”
For Narrators
Voices To Know members receive:
- A Professional Profile: Visibility to casting directors seeking diverse, high-quality talent.
- The Voices to Know newsletter: Opportunity to be featured to vetted casting professionals.
- Industry Access and Community: Inclusion in events, networking & professional development
For Casting Professionals
Voices To Know members have FREE access to:
- Voices to Know casting directory of vetted professional voice talent
- Direct access to direct contact information and agents
- Sounds samples, extensive skills and experience lists
- Industry Access and Community through events & networking
“Finding the right narrator used to take weeks. With Voices To Know, it’s effortless. The platform makes it easy to discover talented professionals and connect with them directly.”
“Voices To Know has opened up a world of incredible narrators for me. I’ve found my favorite voices that bring stories to life in ways I never thought possible.”
For Fans
For fans of audiobook narrators, Voices To Know is your go-to platform. It’s not just a directory; it’s a vibrant showcase of talent. You can easily search and browse through detailed profiles and listen to audio samples. Whether you’re looking for your next great listen or want to discover new voices, Voices To Know connects you with the narrators you love.