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The Shining

by Stephen King

HorrorThriller

Published 2025

#1 NEW YORK TIMES BESTSELLER • ONE OF TIME'S 100 BEST MYSTERY AND THRILLER BOOKS OF ALL TIME • In this masterpiece of modern American horror that inspired Stanley Kubrick’s classic film, Jack Torrance takes a job as the caretaker of the remote Overlook Hotel. As the brutal winter sets in, the hotel’s dark secrets begin to unravel. “An undisputed master of suspense and terror.” —The Washington Post Jack Torrance’s new job at the Overlook Hotel is the perfect chance for a fresh start. As the off-season caretaker at the atmospheric old hotel, he’ll have plenty of time to spend reconnecting with his family and working on his writing. But as the harsh winter weather sets in, the idyllic location feels ever more remote . . . and more sinister. And the only one to notice the strange and terrible forces gathering around the Overlook is Danny Torrance, a uniquely gifted five-year-old.

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Connery – Intense Suspense Narration

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Connery – Intense Suspense Narration

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American · Middle Aged · Male · Narrative Story · Intense

“This voice is explicitly designed for 'slow-burn suspense and intense storytelling,' perfect for the chilling atmosphere and delivering a creeping sense of dread. Traits: male, middle_aged, american, intense.”

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Ethan - Mystery & Suspense Narrator

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Ethan - Mystery & Suspense Narrator

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American · Middle Aged · Male · Narrative Story · Serious

“As a 'Mystery & Suspense Narrator,' this voice is well-suited for authoritative and suspenseful delivery, matching the dramatic and measured qualities required. Traits: male, middle_aged, american, serious.”

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Dean – Low, Raspy, Dark

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Dean – Low, Raspy, Dark

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American · Middle Aged · Male · Narrative Story · Deep

“A deep, raspy, and dark voice ideal for horror and dramatic storytelling, fitting the authoritative and suspenseful tone of the narrator. Traits: male, middle_aged, american, deep.”

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Jack Torrance

protagonist

A man on the edge, struggling with addiction and his sanity, whose voice should reflect a slow, terrifying descent into madness.

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Dean – Low, Raspy, Dark

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Dean – Low, Raspy, Dark

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ElevenLabsprofessional

American · Middle Aged · Male · Narrative Story · Deep

“The 'Low, Raspy, Dark' description directly matches key character traits, conveying the struggle and terrifying descent into madness. Traits: male, middle_aged, american, deep.”

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Reginald - Intense Villian

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Reginald - Intense Villian

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American · Middle Aged · Male · Narrative Story · Intense

“An 'Intense Villian' voice with a 'dark, malevolent' and 'cold, intelligent menace' perfectly captures Jack's escalating madness and darker nature. Traits: male, middle_aged, american, intense.”

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Connery – Intense Suspense Narration

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Connery – Intense Suspense Narration

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American · Middle Aged · Male · Narrative Story · Intense

“Its 'deep, controlled intensity' and suitability for 'psychological thrillers' would effectively convey Jack's struggle and dramatic descent. Traits: male, middle_aged, american, intense.”

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Danny Torrance

protagonist

A uniquely gifted, sensitive five-year-old whose voice conveys both childlike innocence and the unsettling awareness of supernatural forces.

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Brian - Energetic, Lively, Storytelling

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Brian - Energetic, Lively, Storytelling

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American · Young · Male · Narrative Story · Gentle

“This 'young American man' voice is described as 'gentle' with 'realistic nuances like breaths,' matching Danny's young, breathy, and sensitive nature, while 'real emotion' can convey his fear. Traits: male, young, american, gentle.”

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Wendy Torrance

supporting

Jack's resilient wife and Danny's protective mother, whose voice should convey increasing fear and determination as events unfold.

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Avery Rose-Friendly & Natural | Conversational, Documentary, Commercial & Calm Voice

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Avery Rose-Friendly & Natural | Conversational, Documentary, Commercial & Calm Voice

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American · Middle Aged · Female · Narrative Story · Calm

“A 'calm, confident, and natural tone' provides a resilient base for Wendy, allowing for a compelling portrayal of increasing fear and determination. Traits: female, middle_aged, american, calm.”

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Katherine - Warm & Calm

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Katherine - Warm & Calm

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American · Middle Aged · Female · Narrative Story · Calm

“This 'Warm & Calm' voice with a 'natural conversational delivery' can effectively convey her protective maternal side and the shift from calm to determined under duress. Traits: female, middle_aged, american, calm.”

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Daphne - Sweet, Calm and Friendly

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Daphne - Sweet, Calm and Friendly

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American · Middle Aged · Female · Narrative Story · Calm

“A 'Sweet, Calm and Friendly' voice provides a strong contrast when conveying increasing fear and determination, highlighting her struggle. Traits: female, middle_aged, american, calm.”

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Dick Hallorann

supporting

The Overlook's kind, wise chef who shares Danny's abilities. His voice should be warm and comforting, yet carry an underlying gravity and knowledge.

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Eddard Voss - Deep and Monotone

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Eddard Voss - Deep and Monotone

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ElevenLabsprofessional

American · Old · Male · Narrative Story · Confident

“A 'rich, resonant baritone' with 'warm, honeyed tones' that 'carries the weight of experiences' perfectly encapsulates Hallorann's kind, wise, warm, deep, and serious nature with underlying gravity. Traits: male, old, american, confident.”

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