Shortlisted for the 2023 Hugo Award for Best Novel Jurassic Park meets Parks & Recreation in The Kaiju Preservation Society by John Scalzi – a thrilling, fast-paced adventure set on an alternate Earth. ‘John Scalzi is the most entertaining, accessible writer working in SF today’ – Joe Hill, author of The Fireman They're big, they're bad and they're about to become extinct . . . Jamie’s dream was to hit the big time at a New York tech start-up. Jamie’s reality was a humiliating lay-off, then a low-wage job as a takeaway delivery driver. During a pandemic too. Things look beyond grim, until a chance delivery to an old acquaintance. Tom has an urgent vacancy on his team: the pay is great and Jamie has debts – it’s a no-brainer choice. Yet, once again, reality fails to match expectations. Only this time it could be fatal. It seems Tom’s ‘animal rights organization’ is way more than it appears. The animals aren’t even on Earth – or not our Earth, anyway. In an alternate dimension, massive dinosaur-like creatures roam a tropical, human-free world. And although Kaiju are their universe’s largest and most dangerous animal, they need support to survive. Tom’s ‘Kaiju Preservation Society’ wants to help. However, others want to profit. Unless they’re stopped, the walls between our worlds could fall – and the consequences would be devastating. Perfect for fans of Adrian Tchaikovsky and Michael Crichton. A Financial Times Book of the Year 'Hugely enjoyable' – The Guardian 'An escapist delight' – The Times
Tony - Professional Conversational Narrator - Clear, Approachable
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Tony - Professional Conversational Narrator - Clear, Approachable
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ElevenLabshigh_quality
American · Young · Male · Narrative Story · Serious
“This voice offers a clear, approachable, and conversational tone, perfectly capturing Jamie's initial relatability and adaptability as a first-person narrator.”
American · Young · Male · Narrative Story · Confident
“Nate the Great brings a smooth, energetic, and all-American quality that aligns well with Jamie's energetic trait and growing wonder throughout the story.”
“The raspy, gritty edge of this voice could effectively convey Jamie's initial cynicism and the more serious, dangerous aspects of his new world, while still maintaining a youthful presence.”
American · Young · Male · Narrative Story · Gentle
“Brian's very realistic and welcoming voice, with its ability to convey emotion, would suit Jamie's journey from cynicism to wonder, offering a gentle yet engaging narrative style.”
“Jay's crisp, friendly, and relatable tone, avoiding a heavy bass, provides a natural, peer-like quality that would make Jamie's narration feel authentic and engaging for the listener.”
For listeners: use the Best Narrator voice above in ElevenReader or Fish Audio. Character casting is for authors producing audiobooks with studio tools.
Tom
supporting
Jamie's old acquaintance and a key figure in the Kaiju Preservation Society. He is knowledgeable and direct, leading Jamie into this new, dangerous world.
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Onyx – Calm & Friendly Podcast Narrator
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Onyx – Calm & Friendly Podcast Narrator
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ElevenLabsprofessional
American · Middle Aged · Male · Narrative Story · Calm
“Onyx's deep, friendly, and natural delivery, combined with a steady, easy-to-follow tone, makes him an excellent fit for Tom's knowledgeable and calm demeanor as he guides Jamie.”
Male · Middle-Aged · Narration · Educational · Authoritative · Confident · +3 more
“This voice, with its authoritative and inspirational tone, delivers a clear, professional, and measured pace, aligning perfectly with Tom's role as a key, direct figure in the Kaiju Preservation Society.”
American · Middle Aged · Male · Narrative Story · Calm
“Will's calm, confident narration and steady, reassuring delivery provide the ideal tone for Tom's authoritative yet composed leadership, without being overly dramatic.”
American · Middle Aged · Male · Narrative Story · Deep
“Atlas's deep, rich, and gravelly resonance commands attention with an authoritative yet trustworthy presence, fitting Tom's direct and knowledgeable character in a sci-fi setting.”
American · Middle Aged · Male · Narrative Story · Deep
“Leoni Rutherford's deep, warm, and controlled tone, with cinematic depth and a calm, authoritative presence, would portray Tom as a grounded and reliable guide in a dangerous world.”