Peter J. Matthews

Audiobook Narrator

I'm Peter, a classically trained British actor, now a full-time Audiobook Narrator and Voice Actor, working from my cosy home studio in rural Bedfordshire. My soft, warm and surprisingly youthful voice, combined with my playful, creative nature makes me a great fit for Children's and YA Fiction. However, I enjoy narrating a variety of genres - from Fantasy and Sci-Fi, to Murder Mystery and Romance. And I love anything that requires some wry British humour!

As well as audiobooks, I've worked on many other voiceover projects, including being the voice of 100's of characters, stories and animations for one of Poland's largest ESL providers - Funtown!

So if you have a story to tell, I'd love to help you tell it!

Drop me an email @ peterjmatthewsvo@icloud.com or fill out the contact form below

Audiobook demos

"Peter did such a grand job of the first book, that I've invited him back for the second, and he'd done another excellent job. From playground bullies to fussy aunts and sadistic teachers, he's got all the characterisations spot on!"

Jason Ayres - Best selling author of the '1980s, A Year in the Life series'

Voiceover Demos

"Peter was a perfect narrator for my children's audiobook. His fun narration was exactly what I was
hoping for! He was pleasant, professional, quick to respond, and on time with production. I couldn't
have asked for anything more".

Carolyn Drew - Author

Let's talk audiobooks, voiceover and storytelling!

If you're an author, unsure how to go about creating an audiobook, I can take you through the whole process. Not only bringing your story and characters to life with my narration, but also editing and producing to industry standard specs. Get in touch and arrange a free consultation.

I can deliver clean, raw audio or fully mastered files from my studio in Bedfordshire, UK. But I'm only 1hr from London, 90mins from Birmingham and always happy to travel (it gets me out of the voice booth!)

Email me direct at the address below or fill out the form and I'll get back to you ASAP

Contact Me

email - peterjmatthewsvo@icloud.com

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Home Studio

I have a small, but very cosy home studio. Fully equipped for high quality professional recording. There's a raw studio sample in my demos (with no EQ or noise reduction) so you can hear the quality of my space and equipment.

Talking tech - I use a Rode NT1 mic, an Audient ID4 interface, Sennheiser studio headphones, Mac hardware, Twisted Wave DAW and iZotope RX Standard.

I'm always happy to provide a short free sample of your book or script, so you can be sure my voice and setup are the right fit for your needs.

I'm a graduate of the Webber Douglas Academy of Dramatic Art in London (3yr diploma). Webber Douglas was one of London's leading drama schools until its merger with the Central School of Speech and Drama in 2006.

As an audiobook narrator I've been coached by award winning narrator Ana Clements,

graduating from her 'Audiobook Industry Program' in early 2024.

I've also trained with the following people and organisations:

Rachel Naylor - VoiceOver network

David Thorpe - City Lit

Ahab casting - Penguin Random House

Gordon Griffin - ID Audio

Dian Perry

Abbie Andrews

Brad Shaw - WonderlandVO

I have appeared in numerous stage plays, with leading roles in productions of Jez Butterworth's Mojo (see photo), Flare Path, Copenhagen, Of Mice and Men and Frankenstein - to name just a few.

I have also worked in TV, radio and short films.

Outside the studio, I'm a dedicated follower (and occasional player) of the strange and wonderful sport that is Cricket! I love long walks up big hills, then ending up in the corner of a pub talking movies, music and books - life, the universe and everything!