LitRPG · Comedy
Threadbare
Tim Gerard ReynoldsAndrew Seiple
A teddy bear gains levels. Things get out of hand.
Narrator
Tim Gerard Reynolds
Emotional storytelling across small heroes and epics.
Profile checked November 2026. Style notes draw on the linked reviews and sources; they are not a claim that we have heard every recording.
Tim Gerard Reynolds is a trained actor and audiobook narrator known here for Threadbare and the Riyria books. His other audio work includes Faithful Place (2010) and Red Rising (2014). These show his work across crime stories, fantasy and science fiction, with very different kinds of heroes.
Reviews highlight strong feeling and a wide range of characters. In Red Rising, his voice for Darrow changes as the character grows and learns to face the ruling class. The review describes a rough, angry starting point and a performance that develops with the hero.
He may suit listeners who want emotional weight and characters who change over a long story. If you prefer a cool, distant reading, his dramatic approach may feel strong. His Threadbare recording was nominated for the 2019 Audie Award for Best Male Narrator.
emotional storytellingdistinct charactersdramatic deliverychanging character voices
Where to try this voice
Start with the first Threadbare book. Listen for how well you connect with an unusual, non-human hero. Do not choose it for children on the cover alone: the publisher warns of violence and strong language. If it suits you, follow all six books for the complete run.
Narrated by Tim Gerard Reynolds
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