I love listening to your narration of ANY story. Ridiculous that someone would suggest you hire a female narrator! Some people spend way too much time looking for opportunities to be offended. And your American accent is pretty good; seems a lot of actors immediately fall into an exaggerated Texas accent when trying to sound American. Keep up the great work.
From one Lisa to another, I couldn't agree more. I love this man's voice! He could read ingredients lists or instructions for how to change tires, and I'd be here for it. I enjoy his post-story chat, sharing information about about the author he read or the inspirations & bits of real life that pop up in his own stories, in which we get to learn more about him. I love the starry wallpaper behind him when he films himself reading.
Tony, it's such a shame that people can't just listen to the stories and enjoy them for themselves. Personally, I have listened to a number of your stories and never felt anything but enjoyment. Take no notice of the negative comments!
There was so much emotion & nuance in your reading of "The Woman at the Door." I forgot you were reading - it seemed you were just talking to me. There are treasures in this world & this channel is one of 'em.
Don't pay attention to ignorant people..you are such an amazing narrator you make me enjoy any story and accent you do ..you do it in a great way...I have an European accent living in America and to the I New that have problem with my accent I tell them...(I have an accent when speaking but I don't think with one in certain cases people do have...lol..just keeping doing it for the people who l9ve it..ignore the rest..thank you for making my day with you voice stories and accents..I love tons 💖💖🙏🙏🙏❤❤❤
I don't think it matters whether you're a man reading a story about a female or vise versa.. It's a fictional tale and provided it's done well it doesn't matter to me. Why limit yourself? By the way, I enjoyed the story, with a bit of extra detail it would make a good short horror film. Cheers 👍
Tony, I find your channel is a stress reliever. I an a Georgie, living in America and your reading skills are very soothing to me. Keep doing what you are doing, detractors will never be happy
@@ClassicGhost @20:45 - You should ban people right away for this kind of behavior. It is a bullying tactic that is only imposed on men. I am subbed to a female narrator (Morgan Scorpion) and no one demands she bring in male narrators.
I’m an American and fell in love with a Geordie a few years ago. Was able to spend a lot of time in Northeast England, specificallyTyne and Wear. I listen to you and I’m transported to the happiest time in my life. Thank you Tony!
@@citycrusher9308 I love Julia aka Morgan Scorpion ❤ That's one channel that deserves wayyy more subscribers imo. I've listened to her for years...never miss a new upload 👍
The reason I click on any story you narrate is because your command of your voice and total absorption into each character makes any story come alive to me. The main reason I see a story you've written and immediately click on it is that I know I will get a delicious shiver down my back. Carry on, my friend. Ignore the riff raff and carry on.
You're correct. The man with the best voice on you tube is trying to explain rocket science to a bunch of rocks. I love this man and the people who post these comments and statements are never going to get it.
Tony, you have every right to read ANY STORY you want. The intersectional kommissars can go to hell. They want to put everyone (but themselves) in tiny constricted little boxes that they can control and manipulate through fears. You go Tony. Keep doing what you do. Those who want to change you or your channel can go elsewhere.
I like the way you said that. As we say in the south (US) they can go piss up a rope. Most are just plain eat up with jealousy because they're not so talented.
I choose the stories on TH-cam, BBC sounds, archive, etc by the voice of the narrator. I enjoy your voice very much. No need for a female narrator. In fact when it’s a story that in the person of a female, I rather like the momentary mind adjustment to get used to a male voice. For what it’s worth that’s my two cents!
Wonderful story, Tony! ...and on the issue of cultural or gender appropriation...some people have nothing better to do or think of than to complain. You are a storyteller and very much appreciated! Keep your wonderful stories coming...and your rambling. I actually enjoy them🤣 It's like catching up with someone.
Chill out people. I'm sure Tony is man enough to read an opinion without falling to pieces. That said, i do hope all of you who enjoy his work so much are chipping in.
A great story with a nasty twist - loved it! As for all the criticism, some people just can't be satisfied. Please don't beat yourself up over it or allow others to beat you up. You summed it all up in one word: absurd. P.S.: I sent you an email earlier this week. Hope you received it!
I love Your voice and story telling ! Well done as an American it was very good. You never disappoint and as someone who reads at least 3 books weekly and listens to numerous audiobooks also, You've become a favorite! Thank You 🤗💜
Oh you are delightful! Please ignore the haters, they're gonna hate no matter what. It's all they have, apparently. You keep being your wonderful, talented self!! Blessings from Virginia, USA!
I was enjoying the story so much that I didn't realize it was you switching to the female voice. I can only afford to subscribe and I appreciate all of the work Tony goes to for our benefit....🤬keeping it respectful as always.
I dont want anyone else doing your damn program. If some woman wants to read a story she can get her own damn program. Tony, you do you! You know what's really scary, it's this generation of young people that's what really scary. Effing PC nightmare.
Please- ignore the idiots criticising you for not getting a female narrator, or for reading 'female' stuff. They are probably listening to your excellent content for free. There are readers on some sites on you tube that set my teeth on edge and spoil my enjoyment of the stories because I can't concentrate on what they're reading, just how. Guess what- I just don't listen to those. I accept that many people are happy, and that the readers are doing their best, it's just not for me- I don't feel the need to leave them unkind comments.
The general rule is if you're narrating stories, your read all the characters. If i's a radio play, then actors read the lines. And none of those are etched in stone. You're doing a superb job. Some people are adding uncreative boundaries where there are none. You're no taking away anybody's job or rights. Carry on. We love them.
I started listening to audiobooks back in the late 70s or early 80s, and on cassette, when I started working on a lot of needlepoint, and I never cared whether the book was written by male or female, or whether the main character was male or female. All I cared about was whether the narrator was clear and easy to listen to. I think your narration style is very good and one I could listen to for hours, and have done while listening to your audiobooks. I wouldn’t pay too much attention to the comments like what you were mentioning as I imagine most of your followers feel as I do. It took me a bit before I realized there was something “fishy in Denmark,” as they say, with the death of his family. Well done!
I enjoyed this story---I would love to escape to Scotland for some of its history and land atmosphere...the creepiest part of the reveal was the nature of situation that's hidden until the end. Don't want to spell it out and spoil it for new comers---but, it was unexpected and disturbing to be dropped into my imagination! I liked the bit regarding the painting too, I'm a Spirit Artist myself---and drawings and painting can be a portal for sure. Once again, I support you reading and narrating all kinds of stories, man or woman...phooey on these virtue signaling political correctness idiots. Good to address it, otherwise just ignore them.
Another great chilling horror story, thank you. I think your American accent is fine, equally it hadn't crossed my mind to think you shouldn't read a story where the main character is female. I just enjoy your work, and I enjoy listening to you read other people's tales, regardless of their (or your) gender. Maybe I'm just too simple a soul, I enjoy works of literature without trying to complicate things. I suppose if people find anything not to their liking they could just go and read a book themselves where they can use imaginary voices of both accent and gender to their heart's content.
Tony, I love your narrative style, and I don’t think it matters what part you read. Rather than “ stealing “ from other cultures, I like to think we’re learning from them, broadening our horizons. I also think it educates us to hear from different cultures. So go to it, I think your wonderful
We love your narration, Tony. Don't let anyone bring you down..In today's era of globalisation, we are world citizens and enjoy and share everything - the good, the bad, and the ugly!
PLEASE ignore the naysayers and such. I love hearing you reading your stories and those that you have chosen. I know by reading comments that I am not alone in this. KEEP up the great work and being the treat that you are!
Loved it! It doesn’t matter if it’s a story about a man read by a woman, or about women read by a man. We are blessed with an imagination you listen to the words. I cannot understand why you received such awful comments. I am no judge of American accents, but it sounded right to me. Please keep them coming, already looking forward to the next one..
Haha! You got twittered on TH-cam. Tony, your voice got you the LlKES. Just keep on keeping on. I like your Story, how you described his loneliness, that one can't run from themselves.
This is your creation and your vision; people who enjoy what you share will keep coming back and those who think they need to tell you how to tell your story, should just move along elsewhere (they likely criticize other creators, too, because they are so dissatisfied with their own lives). I find your voice very soothing and smooth, and really enjoy your story-telling ways :-) Let the complainers be ignored, and hopefully they will just go away..... I wouldn't even give them any airtime, in terms of acknowledging their pointless whining- as a regular listener of yours, I would much rather you spend that extra time reading a 2nd short story :-D Cheers Tony, and thanks for the stories!!
Yeah, stuff 'em. A lot of traditional songs about women are sung by men and vice versa. Reading aloud is an art and, like any other art form, I don't like it when it's done poorly. A good audio narrator should have good diction, inflection, and pronunciation; good pacing, a voice that is easy to listen to, and can convey the subtleties the author intended. If a person has these, and you definitely do, you can read anything, regardless of gender, ethnicity, or nationality. As a woman who writes from a male point of view, I certainly don't want people to say I can't. Don't like my work? Go find someone you do like.
Loved the story! Title is good, too. Great job narrating. Looking forward to hearing more weird stuff that comes out of that brilliantly quirky brain of yours! (Why all the apologies? Sound was fine; what seagulls? You worry too much.... you’re an artist, do your thing.) 🥰
People are full of criticism, but they haven't done it themselves, most likely. I wouldn't even bother giving them the time of day. I enjoyed the story. The American accent is quite good, opinion coming from a French Canadian girl - married to an American. 😊
I loved your reading of your story, you made it really appropriately creepy! As for your American accent, I actually thought you were American until you pronounced the word "been" with a long e, then I thought you were Canadian (I used to live there.) Don't listen to negative people, this is the first time I've heard you read and I'm going to listen to more.
Great narrators can read any story. You are a great narrator. I can't thank you enough. There are Audible Books which would be much improved by your voice. Thank you from your newest subscriber.
As a woman I say it's nonsense that you shouldn't narrate a story with a female protagonist. That's like saying writers can only write stories about characters who share their gender. I would ignore those people, they're just searching for something to be mad about and are definitely not worth your time and worries.
Ive told you this countless times, I prefer stories written by Tony Walker. Each and every one of them. Perfection. My opinion. Just brilliant creepy creative and well, well done, sir! So well I heard you say you invite suggestions. I recently came across such a bad ass story oh my god. Clark Ashton Smith: The return of the sorcerer. Same author: the enchantress of sylaire. just sayin. I love you Tony. Take care, Amara.🤍
I've narrated for Pseudopod several times and was required to do both male and female voices. I would definitely offer my voice pro bono if I can ever get my studio set up again. It's a massive endeavor but I'll let you know... What a FREAKING GREAT story Tony. I did NOT see that ending coming. It was like an electric bus or subway car that silently came around a blind corner, knocking me off my feet. I think I literally scared my dogs with my sudden gasp. Brilliant. Bravo 👏❤
@@ClassicGhost lol...I'm trying. I've had to turn down some great gigs. But it's a matter of finding space and replacing my laptop. This thing of which we aren't allowed to speak of on TH-cam ('rona) has hit so many of us in ways I never imagined. I promise you will be the 1st to know when I'm up and running again. I really miss doing it and I'd be over the moon if I had a chance to work with you.
I enjoyed listening to you read this story Tony, complete with your character voices . The point of audio is just that, so no need for visual, or actors. I look forward to hearing your next story, best wishes, Jo from TODMORDEN :)
Fantastic story. It doesn’t matter to me if you’re reading or writing from a female perspective. I don’t believe cultural appropriation exists. Keep up the great work!
Mr Walker this was very well done. The quality of this video is far superior to those a few months back. The imagery lent a great deal to the story . It seems to me that your efforts are succsseding brilliantly. I wouldn't take seriously the concerns you expressed after the story. Follow your Instincts . Been an American all my life. You sounded American enough to me. Noticed no flaws. But I think it would have come off quite as well without adding an accent. I wonder if your conciousnes of adding an accent might inhibit your emotional accentuations. Your narrations are on par with those on Audible. I have been quite ill the last few months so I have been listening to long works on Audible. The four great Dostoyevsky novels. Contrary to critical opinion, I think THE IDIOT is his finest work. But isn't it silly to waste time making these judgments? A work of art is what it is. Now I am better than half way through WAR & PEACE. I am so pleased to find your efforts are coming to fruition. And thank you.
Thank you for your kind sentiments. I'm very pleased you enjoy what I'm doing. I wish you a speedy recovery and hope I can help your convalescence in some small way
Stop listening to the "social justice police". Your stories are fantastic and well read. Especially your own stories. They are the best of all. We are listening and we LOVE you! ❤👍👻
Please don't get a female voice! It's awful when audio books do that. I have quite a few novels out in audio now and my male narrator does all the voices brilliantly. It's very jarring when you jump narration. It's not a play, after all. In a radio play they have another track of noise (street, birds, etc) that continues beneath the voice change which makes it seamless. When you try to do that voice change without it really jars the listener out of the story. Gosh, did these critics never have stories read to them as children? You take me back to that time of feeling safe and tucked up in bed and mum or dad sitting there reading to me. Fortunately, not one like this! Very creepy, very enjoyable. Thank you so much.
This channel has been alive for about three months now and it is the first time, I've had serious feedback about things, which is lovely. Mainly. After three months I have identified three recurring themes. Talking or not at the end. Mostly people are for it, some hate it. Accents and voices. Again opinion is mixed. Trigger warnings for touchy subjects. The problem here is some subjects are touchy to nearly everybody. I digress. I'd love to do a proper play, but you are correct. These stories are not plays and traditionally one person reads a story.
People who think in terms of "cultural appropriation" simply don't know anything about cultural history and the cultural cross-fertilization that has created features of màny different cultures. "Stay in your lane" types are simply more interested in politics and power than art. Really, feel free to dismiss them without a second thought. Love what your work.
You're telling a story. Adding another voice would make it a play, which is a different format. Storytelling is its own art form, and I enjoyed listening. Thanks!
Please don't ever get a female narrator!!! Everything you are doing is far to perfect to tamper with and compromise ♡ Please good sir your channel is flawless Thank you for everything you do and critics can get stuffed
omg! people need to get over themselves. You're voice is very appealing, hypnotic, thought provoking and sexy! You can read anything. We all "put on voices" when we read books based on our interpretation of the characters.
I find your narration to be very relaxing. Please ignore the self-appointed cultural appropriation police. For whatever my opinion is worth, you are doing a good job and providing many people hours of good entertainment.
A bit late to the discussion... Personally, I think it's best to ignore the 'gatekeepers' (aka trolls) who try to control who can do what. As an older woman, I do understand the antagonistic perspective (been there, done that), but at this point it just seems needlessly divisive. Enough said; I'll spare ya my rant. Glad to see your face! PS: When I was a kid, growing up in a very haunted house, the silverware in the drying basket next to the sink would periodically throw itself into the sink. CRASH, tinkle tinkle. More often than not it would be followed by the kitchen chairs scooting themselves out from the table, and other terrifying stuff like that. The silverware clattering in the drawer in your story gave me extra special shudders. Nice.
Very very good!! Well, I am Donna "Woobie" from Massachusetts!! I listened to "My Niece Alison" first. That was Wicked, good!! (I explained 'wicked' in my comment for My Niece Alison).The accent for 'Woman at the Door' was great, truly. At first I actually thought that you had an American read this, but thought it odd that the title didn't say: Read by... I am a Very Happy girl today!! You have no idea how much I needed this!!!! I tend to ramble so I'll be off to listen to more. I know I'll be commenting on them all. This is Great!! Thank you
Tony, I only listen to your stories, I have tried others with females narrating I personal don’t care for them. Don’t listen to people just be you. Love your voice😊
I agree, a good reader (which you clearly are) can read anything. I listened to you reading The Catacombs, when it became apparant that the narrator was a woman I thought 'wait, what?...and then a second or so later it stopped being in any way an issue, if indeed it ever had been.
you DO NOT have to explain yourself, especially about cultural appropriation, because that is complete sh ite. Good story, woman's voice, man's voice. I didn't see any problem at with it. You read very well as far as dramatic build, and inflections and so forth. Nice job. I look forward to listening to more of your stories.
You have to audition as an actor you are fabulous! Love It and the story! My screen on the iPhone is cracked so it will only let me leave a comment occasionally now. I’ve been surviving on your story is going through a bad patch in my life. Thank you.
Deliciously dark Tony, I loved it! Please don’t stop your ”rambles”, they’re so enjoyable. Don’t concern yourself with those that complain about them, as you say they can always hit stop and quit moaning! And you’ve got a right to read what you bloody want! You do this for free for us and people should be more appreciative of your time and efforts. Cool to see you, and nice visuals 👌🏻❤️
Male or female character, of course you should read it. What part of "narrator" do these people not understand? Just nonsense. I hear males reading stories from females and vice versa. If someone can't get past it, they should keep scrolling and good luck in life, because they are going to need it.
Excellent story Tony. The sweet taste of revenge. Your American accent is pretty good. Mind you I'm of British persuasion. And you dont need a female reader. Remember, this is all about story telling and imagination.
You keep reading, Tony! Forget the naysayers and carry on with the excellent work you are doing. The woke crowd and all their talk of cultural appropriation is nonsense. Utter nonsense. Keep on keeping on! 💪🏼 Accent was very good, BTW. A little Bostonian with drawer, but otherwise not bad at all. (We pronounce it more like "drohr" in the mid-Atlantic region.
Bloody ridiculous. If I read Great Expectations, am I at fault because the voice in my head isn’t actually frickin’ Pip’s? You can’t please everyone. If people cannot follow a story unless all spoken parts are correctly gendered, they clearly lack imagination, and may need you to act out portions of the stories, perhaps using sock puppets? Great reading. Love the channel.
Great story and well read. Your American accent sounds better than mine! Not sure where people are coming from with comments such as you have related, but please don't let those influence your creativity. Carry on and read or write any story that takes your fancy! As always I enjoyed the story, the reading and the chat!
Poo on anyone who gets on your case about reading all character parts yourself. Good grief! I love your reading. Anyone who says otherwise simply lacks even a reasonable level of imagination. Keep writing and reading! 💖🤩
Wonderful atmospheric story & as always beautifully narrated. Don't be bothered by complaints you're not hiring women for the female voices. Story telling is perhaps the most ancient art form, and almost every time, only one voice narrates the tale. It's NOT a play. I live in Poland and foreign films are voiced over by one voice (always a man, sadly), men, women, children, speak in only one voice. This is the way it was always done. At first it seemed strange, but you do get used to it.
Love the story, & the addition of the camera. (very handsome 😉) You are giving the nay sayers far too much credit & attention. I think they don't understand what we are about here, & other similar chs. If they prefer that kind of production there is plenty out there. Haters gonna hate LOL. Ty as always for sharing your gift & talents w/us! 💝 fr Nashville
Never mind the naysayers, Tony. Keep up the great work. Anyone with a fully-functioning brain knows that "cultural appropriation" is a load of rubbish.
Great story and narration! Good job! I do not live far from the area in the beginning of the story and work in DC. Keep up the great work! Thanks for bringing this to us!
Your channel is my favourite TH-cam channel. I enjoy your narration, the tone of your voice is relaxing and I prefer a single narrator. Please continue to read any story you think we will enjoy, much appreciated 🙂
Some people are never satisfied. Detractors are usually incompetent and always on the lookout for a place to gripe. In fact, my husband just commented that we live in a culture that loves to criticize and hate. Tony, you have a huge following of people who love your work. Those who don't don' enjoy it have the option to listen somewhere else. Ignore 'em and forge ahead!
If you liked this story then you will probably like The Catacombs th-cam.com/video/J-pJturuUks/w-d-xo.html
I love listening to your narration of ANY story. Ridiculous that someone would suggest you hire a female narrator! Some people spend way too much time looking for opportunities to be offended. And your American accent is pretty good; seems a lot of actors immediately fall into an exaggerated Texas accent when trying to sound American. Keep up the great work.
From one Lisa to another, I couldn't agree more. I love this man's voice! He could read ingredients lists or instructions for how to change tires, and I'd be here for it.
I enjoy his post-story chat, sharing information about about the author he read or the inspirations & bits of real life that pop up in his own stories, in which we get to learn more about him. I love the starry wallpaper behind him when he films himself reading.
The Bewcastle Fairies!
Aaahhh♥️♥️♥️
Totally agree! Reading Perfect!!😊
Exactly 💯
Tony, it's such a shame that people can't just listen to the stories and enjoy them for themselves. Personally, I have listened to a number of your stories and never felt anything but enjoyment. Take no notice of the negative comments!
Yes, I love to hear your voice telling the stories !!!!!!!!!!!!
Amen 💯🥰
There was so much emotion & nuance in your reading of "The Woman at the Door." I forgot you were reading - it seemed you were just talking to me. There are treasures in this world & this channel is one of 'em.
You are so kind. I just woke up and your comment had made my day already
Don't pay attention to ignorant people..you are such an amazing narrator you make me enjoy any story and accent you do ..you do it in a great way...I have an European accent living in America and to the I New that have problem with my accent I tell them...(I have an accent when speaking but I don't think with one in certain cases people do have...lol..just keeping doing it for the people who l9ve it..ignore the rest..thank you for making my day with you voice stories and accents..I love tons 💖💖🙏🙏🙏❤❤❤
Ah, balderdash, you can do anything you want to do when you are enjoying what you do and are so good at it..
No need for a female narrator, it's a story, I had no problem with it! Your accents are spot on. Enjoyed that, thank you.
I don't think it matters whether you're a man reading a story about a female or vise versa.. It's a fictional tale and provided it's done well it doesn't matter to me. Why limit yourself? By the way, I enjoyed the story, with a bit of extra detail it would make a good short horror film. Cheers 👍
Tony, I find your channel is a stress reliever. I an a Georgie, living in America and your reading skills are very soothing to me. Keep doing what you are doing, detractors will never be happy
Wait til I a geordie story. There was one with a north east character but I can’t remember which it was now
@@ClassicGhost @20:45 - You should ban people right away for this kind of behavior. It is a bullying tactic that is only imposed on men.
I am subbed to a female narrator (Morgan Scorpion) and no one demands she bring in male narrators.
@@ClassicGhost 😌
I’m an American and fell in love with a Geordie a few years ago. Was able to spend a lot of time in Northeast England, specificallyTyne and Wear. I listen to you and I’m transported to the happiest time in my life. Thank you Tony!
@@citycrusher9308 I love Julia aka Morgan Scorpion ❤ That's one channel that deserves wayyy more subscribers imo. I've listened to her for years...never miss a new upload 👍
Forget the Woke BS! You do a fantastic job in all manners. Keep up the good work and thank you!
F that mean? You hate educated people 😂
A glass of 🥃 , a Tony Walker story and candle light. Friday nights don’t get any better. Nice shout out to Bethesda…used to live near there.
The reason I click on any story you narrate is because your command of your voice and total absorption into each character makes any story come alive to me. The main reason I see a story you've written and immediately click on it is that I know I will get a delicious shiver down my back. Carry on, my friend. Ignore the riff raff and carry on.
You are very kind and I do appreciate your lovely words
Why do you worry about such things? Make your videos, enough people will like them well enough to carry on. You're good, don't apologize to anyone.
Well, he wasn't actually apologizing, so 😁😉🙃
You're correct. The man with the best voice on you tube is trying to explain rocket science to a bunch of rocks. I love this man and the people who post these comments and statements are never going to get it.
@@rheinhartsilvento2576Even the fact he feels the need to address the issue is bad enough.
@@earlschandelmeier751-I agree wholeheartedly with you!
Tony, you have every right to read ANY STORY you want. The intersectional kommissars can go to hell. They want to put everyone (but themselves) in tiny constricted little boxes that they can control and manipulate through fears. You go Tony. Keep doing what you do. Those who want to change you or your channel can go elsewhere.
I like the way you said that. As we say in the south (US) they can go piss up a rope. Most are just plain eat up with jealousy because they're not so talented.
@@jbos5107 Spot on!
Dart Mart, Well said!
I think you did the American accent just fine…love your voice…
arf afr!
I think you have a really lovely - if spooky - voice. Ignore stupid people and their mad ideas ! Carry on as you are - BTW, I’m a woman
I choose the stories on TH-cam, BBC sounds, archive, etc by the voice of the narrator. I enjoy your voice very much. No need for a female narrator. In fact when it’s a story that in the person of a female, I rather like the momentary mind adjustment to get used to a male voice.
For what it’s worth that’s my two cents!
A story is a story. If it's a good story, well told who cares? The rest is nonsense. Keep doing what you do.👍
Wonderful story, Tony! ...and on the issue of cultural or gender appropriation...some people have nothing better to do or think of than to complain. You are a storyteller and very much appreciated! Keep your wonderful stories coming...and your rambling. I actually enjoy them🤣 It's like catching up with someone.
Don't apologize for the seagulls. I like them. Nice atmospheric story.
Chill out people.
I'm sure Tony is man enough to read an opinion without falling to pieces.
That said, i do hope all of you who enjoy his work so much are chipping in.
I do, on Patreon.
A great story with a nasty twist - loved it!
As for all the criticism, some people just can't be satisfied. Please don't beat yourself up over it or allow others to beat you up. You summed it all up in one word: absurd.
P.S.: I sent you an email earlier this week. Hope you received it!
I love Your voice and story telling ! Well done as an American it was very good. You never disappoint and as someone who reads at least 3 books weekly and listens to numerous audiobooks also, You've become a favorite! Thank You 🤗💜
Thank you so much :)))
Keep reading! A good story well read is a universally good thing.
Oh you are delightful! Please ignore the haters, they're gonna hate no matter what. It's all they have, apparently. You keep being your wonderful, talented self!! Blessings from Virginia, USA!
Agreed, from Texas, USA.
You're an excellent narrator.
Too many accents ruin it.
Would love to walk the moors upon the heath
I was enjoying the story so much that I didn't realize it was you switching to the female voice. I can only afford to subscribe and I appreciate all of the work Tony goes to for our benefit....🤬keeping it respectful as always.
It’s great bro have you here
I dont want anyone else doing your damn program. If some woman wants to read a story she can get her own damn program. Tony, you do you! You know what's really scary, it's this generation of young people that's what really scary. Effing PC nightmare.
Exactly. Jesus!
I agree! This is your program. Anyone that doesn’t like it can get their own!
I totally agree. If they don't like what Tony does they can go somewhere else. The 💩💨 will always find something to complain about.
You’re talented enough to read for any character. I am super excited to have found your channel :)
Please- ignore the idiots criticising you for not getting a female narrator, or for reading 'female' stuff. They are probably listening to your excellent content for free. There are readers on some sites on you tube that set my teeth on edge and spoil my enjoyment of the stories because I can't concentrate on what they're reading, just how. Guess what- I just don't listen to those. I accept that many people are happy, and that the readers are doing their best, it's just not for me- I don't feel the need to leave them unkind comments.
The general rule is if you're narrating stories, your read all the characters. If i's a radio play, then actors read the lines. And none of those are etched in stone. You're doing a superb job. Some people are adding uncreative boundaries where there are none. You're no taking away anybody's job or rights. Carry on. We love them.
I love your voice, it's soothing and terrifying just at the appropriate moments.
I started listening to audiobooks back in the late 70s or early 80s, and on cassette, when I started working on a lot of needlepoint, and I never cared whether the book was written by male or female, or whether the main character was male or female. All I cared about was whether the narrator was clear and easy to listen to. I think your narration style is very good and one I could listen to for hours, and have done while listening to your audiobooks. I wouldn’t pay too much attention to the comments like what you were mentioning as I imagine most of your followers feel as I do. It took me a bit before I realized there was something “fishy in Denmark,” as they say, with the death of his family. Well done!
Yes I promise I will be going quiet about this issue soon
I enjoyed this story---I would love to escape to Scotland for some of its history and land atmosphere...the creepiest part of the reveal was the nature of situation that's hidden until the end. Don't want to spell it out and spoil it for new comers---but, it was unexpected and disturbing to be dropped into my imagination! I liked the bit regarding the painting too, I'm a Spirit Artist myself---and drawings and painting can be a portal for sure. Once again, I support you reading and narrating all kinds of stories, man or woman...phooey on these virtue signaling political correctness idiots. Good to address it, otherwise just ignore them.
It was a wonderful tale and i 💜your narration and it's nice to see u face to face👋
Another great chilling horror story, thank you. I think your American accent is fine, equally it hadn't crossed my mind to think you shouldn't read a story where the main character is female. I just enjoy your work, and I enjoy listening to you read other people's tales, regardless of their (or your) gender. Maybe I'm just too simple a soul, I enjoy works of literature without trying to complicate things. I suppose if people find anything not to their liking they could just go and read a book themselves where they can use imaginary voices of both accent and gender to their heart's content.
Maybe you are too simple if you can't appreciate different opinions.
Tony, I love your narrative style, and I don’t think it matters what part you read. Rather than “ stealing “ from other cultures, I like to think we’re learning from them, broadening our horizons. I also think it educates us to hear from different cultures. So go to it, I think your wonderful
Thank you. Not so sure about being wonderful, but kind of you to say it ;)
We love your narration, Tony. Don't let anyone bring you down..In today's era of globalisation, we are world citizens and enjoy and share everything - the good, the bad, and the ugly!
In worry too much
Stories are meant to be read and shared by all. That's why they exist. I also think you did well with the American accent.
Thank you this was great!
PLEASE ignore the naysayers and such. I love hearing you reading your stories and those that you have chosen. I know by reading comments that I am not alone in this. KEEP up the great work and being the treat that you are!
Loved it! It doesn’t matter if it’s a story about a man read by a woman, or about women read by a man. We are blessed with an imagination you listen to the words. I cannot understand why you received such awful comments. I am no judge of American accents, but it sounded right to me. Please keep them coming, already looking forward to the next one..
People like to complain. That’s why I do it anyway
Haha! You got twittered on TH-cam. Tony, your voice got you the LlKES. Just keep on keeping on. I like your Story, how you described his loneliness, that one can't run from themselves.
This is your creation and your vision; people who enjoy what you share will keep coming back and those who think they need to tell you how to tell your story, should just move along elsewhere (they likely criticize other creators, too, because they are so dissatisfied with their own lives).
I find your voice very soothing and smooth, and really enjoy your story-telling ways :-)
Let the complainers be ignored, and hopefully they will just go away.....
I wouldn't even give them any airtime, in terms of acknowledging their pointless whining- as a regular listener of yours, I would much rather you spend that extra time reading a 2nd short story :-D Cheers Tony, and thanks for the stories!!
I love the Menhirs in this video, very nice to get lost in, I love my Scottish heritage, I want to go there so bad
Well when Covid is over you must visit
Very good story. Very atmospheric and frightening. Just found your channel and subscribed. Take care.
Thank you
Yeah, stuff 'em. A lot of traditional songs about women are sung by men and vice versa. Reading aloud is an art and, like any other art form, I don't like it when it's done poorly. A good audio narrator should have good diction, inflection, and pronunciation; good pacing, a voice that is easy to listen to, and can convey the subtleties the author intended. If a person has these, and you definitely do, you can read anything, regardless of gender, ethnicity, or nationality.
As a woman who writes from a male point of view, I certainly don't want people to say I can't. Don't like my work? Go find someone you do like.
I wouldn't worry - you have a great reading voice - full stop.
Small minds would politicise the act of breathing if they felt like being offended ;)
Clever, that. #icantbreathe
Loved the story! Title is good, too. Great job narrating. Looking forward to hearing more weird stuff that comes out of that brilliantly quirky brain of yours! (Why all the apologies? Sound was fine; what seagulls? You worry too much.... you’re an artist, do your thing.) 🥰
Perfect as expected 👏😊
Another great story and no other narrator needed! The stories and your voice are a perfect combination so please don't change it
People are full of criticism, but they haven't done it themselves, most likely. I wouldn't even bother giving them the time of day.
I enjoyed the story. The American accent is quite good, opinion coming from a French Canadian girl - married to an American. 😊
I loved your reading of your story, you made it really appropriately creepy! As for your American accent, I actually thought you were American until you pronounced the word "been" with a long e, then I thought you were Canadian (I used to live there.) Don't listen to negative people, this is the first time I've heard you read and I'm going to listen to more.
Tony you special stile I f Narration is the reason that I am here..love everything that you read..you make it special..thank you for for it
Please don’t wear blinkers and limit any realm which perks your interest as I certainly don’t want to feel blinkered following you. It’s all fab x
Great narrators can read any story.
You are a great narrator.
I can't thank you enough.
There are Audible Books which would be much improved by your voice.
Thank you from your newest subscriber.
It’s very lovely of you to say that
As a woman I say it's nonsense that you shouldn't narrate a story with a female protagonist. That's like saying writers can only write stories about characters who share their gender. I would ignore those people, they're just searching for something to be mad about and are definitely not worth your time and worries.
Ive told you this countless times, I prefer stories written by Tony Walker. Each and every one of them. Perfection. My opinion. Just brilliant creepy creative and well, well done, sir!
So well I heard you say you invite suggestions. I recently came across such a bad ass story oh my god.
Clark Ashton Smith: The return of the sorcerer. Same author:
the enchantress of sylaire.
just sayin.
I love you Tony. Take care,
Amara.🤍
Female narrator?? NO! Ridiculous!
I'm new here and I think you're stories are brilliant 🙂
Thank you:)
Nice Yankee accent. And great narration, as usual. 👍
Great story!!
Love your stories tony and how you speak them.
Love your gentle voice.
Love your sweet accents.
Will listen to what ever you read.
I've narrated for Pseudopod several times and was required to do both male and female voices. I would definitely offer my voice pro bono if I can ever get my studio set up again. It's a massive endeavor but I'll let you know...
What a FREAKING GREAT story Tony. I did NOT see that ending coming. It was like an electric bus or subway car that silently came around a blind corner, knocking me off my feet. I think I literally scared my dogs with my sudden gasp. Brilliant. Bravo 👏❤
Get your studio up and running !!
@@ClassicGhost lol...I'm trying. I've had to turn down some great gigs. But it's a matter of finding space and replacing my laptop. This thing of which we aren't allowed to speak of on TH-cam ('rona) has hit so many of us in ways I never imagined. I promise you will be the 1st to know when I'm up and running again. I really miss doing it and I'd be over the moon if I had a chance to work with you.
Wonderful stories. Wonderful voice. Thank you !
I enjoyed listening to you read this story Tony, complete with your character voices . The point of audio is just that, so no need for visual, or actors. I look forward to hearing your next story, best wishes, Jo from TODMORDEN :)
Fantastic story. It doesn’t matter to me if you’re reading or writing from a female perspective. I don’t believe cultural appropriation exists.
Keep up the great work!
Mr Walker this was very well done. The quality of this video is far superior
to those a few months back. The imagery lent
a great deal to the story .
It seems to me that your
efforts are succsseding brilliantly.
I wouldn't take seriously
the concerns you expressed
after the story. Follow your
Instincts .
Been an American all my
life. You sounded American
enough to me. Noticed no flaws. But I think it would
have come off quite as well
without adding an accent.
I wonder if your conciousnes of adding
an accent might inhibit
your emotional accentuations. Your
narrations are on par with
those on Audible.
I have been quite ill the
last few months so I have
been listening to long works
on Audible. The four great
Dostoyevsky novels. Contrary to critical opinion,
I think THE IDIOT is his finest work. But isn't it silly
to waste time making these
judgments? A work of art
is what it is. Now I am better than half way through WAR & PEACE.
I am so pleased to find
your efforts are coming
to fruition.
And thank you.
Thank you for your kind sentiments. I'm very pleased you enjoy what I'm doing. I wish you a speedy recovery and hope I can help your convalescence in some small way
Stop listening to the "social justice police". Your stories are fantastic and well read. Especially your own stories. They are the best of all. We are listening and we LOVE you! ❤👍👻
Good to hear this again and to see your face!!! Big help for me right now. Much appreciated! Please consider using your camera again!
Thank you for making these videos, I really enjoy them. I very much enjoy your narration. Keep doing you. New subscriber.
Great. Glad to have you here!
Please don't get a female voice! It's awful when audio books do that. I have quite a few novels out in audio now and my male narrator does all the voices brilliantly. It's very jarring when you jump narration. It's not a play, after all. In a radio play they have another track of noise (street, birds, etc) that continues beneath the voice change which makes it seamless. When you try to do that voice change without it really jars the listener out of the story. Gosh, did these critics never have stories read to them as children? You take me back to that time of feeling safe and tucked up in bed and mum or dad sitting there reading to me. Fortunately, not one like this! Very creepy, very enjoyable. Thank you so much.
This channel has been alive for about three months now and it is the first time, I've had serious feedback about things, which is lovely. Mainly. After three months I have identified three recurring themes. Talking or not at the end. Mostly people are for it, some hate it. Accents and voices. Again opinion is mixed. Trigger warnings for touchy subjects. The problem here is some subjects are touchy to nearly everybody. I digress.
I'd love to do a proper play, but you are correct. These stories are not plays and traditionally one person reads a story.
People who think in terms of "cultural appropriation" simply don't know anything about cultural history and the cultural cross-fertilization that has created features of màny different cultures. "Stay in your lane" types are simply more interested in politics and power than art. Really, feel free to dismiss them without a second thought. Love what your work.
Thank you for your support
You're telling a story. Adding another voice would make it a play, which is a different format. Storytelling is its own art form, and I enjoyed listening. Thanks!
:))
Please don't ever get a female narrator!!!
Everything you are doing is far to perfect to tamper with and compromise ♡
Please good sir your channel is flawless
Thank you for everything you do and critics can get stuffed
ty ty ty!
omg! people need to get over themselves. You're voice is very appealing, hypnotic, thought provoking and sexy! You can read anything. We all "put on voices" when we read books based on our interpretation of the characters.
I think you worry too much about the loud minority of complainers. I don’t want another narrator and I really enjoy your accents. Keep doing you😊
I find your narration to be very relaxing.
Please ignore the self-appointed cultural appropriation police. For whatever my opinion is worth, you are doing a good job and providing many people hours of good entertainment.
A bit late to the discussion... Personally, I think it's best to ignore the 'gatekeepers' (aka trolls) who try to control who can do what. As an older woman, I do understand the antagonistic perspective (been there, done that), but at this point it just seems needlessly divisive. Enough said; I'll spare ya my rant.
Glad to see your face!
PS: When I was a kid, growing up in a very haunted house, the silverware in the drying basket next to the sink would periodically throw itself into the sink. CRASH, tinkle tinkle. More often than not it would be followed by the kitchen chairs scooting themselves out from the table, and other terrifying stuff like that. The silverware clattering in the drawer in your story gave me extra special shudders. Nice.
Very very good!! Well, I am Donna "Woobie" from Massachusetts!! I listened to "My Niece Alison" first. That was Wicked, good!! (I explained 'wicked' in my comment for My Niece Alison).The accent for 'Woman at the Door' was great, truly. At first I actually thought that you had an American read this, but thought it odd that the title didn't say: Read by... I am a Very Happy girl today!! You have no idea how much I needed this!!!! I tend to ramble so I'll be off to listen to more. I know I'll be commenting on them all. This is Great!! Thank you
Ditto, ditto, ditto, Tony. Love this, your accent, your ramblings and the great visuals--and you on screen. Thank you!
Tony, I only listen to your stories, I have tried others with females narrating I personal don’t care for them. Don’t listen to people just be you. Love your voice😊
I agree, a good reader (which you clearly are) can read anything. I listened to you reading The Catacombs, when it became apparant that the narrator was a woman I thought 'wait, what?...and then a second or so later it stopped being in any way an issue, if indeed it ever had been.
you DO NOT have to explain yourself, especially about cultural appropriation, because that is complete sh ite. Good story, woman's voice, man's voice. I didn't see any problem at with it. You read very well as far as dramatic build, and inflections and so forth. Nice job. I look forward to listening to more of your stories.
You need no other narrators, unless you choose. People who may have or do complain are suffering from inadequate imagination. Poor them. 😊
You have to audition as an actor you are fabulous! Love It and the story! My screen on the iPhone is cracked so it will only let me leave a comment occasionally now. I’ve been surviving on your story is going through a bad patch in my life. Thank you.
I'm a bit too old now Maria. You are welcome to all the stories I can tell. Which is a lot.
Deliciously dark Tony, I loved it! Please don’t stop your ”rambles”, they’re so enjoyable. Don’t concern yourself with those that complain about them, as you say they can always hit stop and quit moaning! And you’ve got a right to read what you bloody want! You do this for free for us and people should be more appreciative of your time and efforts. Cool to see you, and nice visuals 👌🏻❤️
Male or female character, of course you should read it. What part of "narrator" do these people not understand? Just nonsense. I hear males reading stories from females and vice versa. If someone can't get past it, they should keep scrolling and good luck in life, because they are going to need it.
Excellent story Tony. The sweet taste of revenge. Your American accent is pretty good. Mind you I'm of British persuasion. And you dont need a female reader. Remember, this is all about story telling and imagination.
Your voice is amazing and the stories wonderful. Do not change a thing!!!! Keep writing and recording!!!!! Bev
You keep reading, Tony! Forget the naysayers and carry on with the excellent work you are doing.
The woke crowd and all their talk of cultural appropriation is nonsense. Utter nonsense.
Keep on keeping on! 💪🏼
Accent was very good, BTW. A little Bostonian with drawer, but otherwise not bad at all. (We pronounce it more like "drohr" in the mid-Atlantic region.
Bloody ridiculous.
If I read Great Expectations, am I at fault because the voice in my head isn’t actually frickin’ Pip’s?
You can’t please everyone. If people cannot follow a story unless all spoken parts are correctly gendered, they clearly lack imagination, and may need you to act out portions of the stories, perhaps using sock puppets?
Great reading. Love the channel.
Great story and well read. Your American accent sounds better than mine! Not sure where people are coming from with comments such as you have related, but please don't let those influence your creativity. Carry on and read or write any story that takes your fancy! As always I enjoyed the story, the reading and the chat!
Poo on anyone who gets on your case about reading all character parts yourself. Good grief! I love your reading. Anyone who says otherwise simply lacks even a reasonable level of imagination. Keep writing and reading! 💖🤩
Wonderful atmospheric story & as always beautifully narrated. Don't be bothered by complaints you're not hiring women for the female voices. Story telling is perhaps the most ancient art form, and almost every time, only one voice narrates the tale. It's NOT a play. I live in Poland and foreign films are voiced over by one voice (always a man, sadly), men, women, children, speak in only one voice. This is the way it was always done. At first it seemed strange, but you do get used to it.
Love the story, & the addition of the camera. (very handsome 😉) You are giving the nay sayers far too much credit & attention. I think they don't understand what we are about here, & other similar chs. If they prefer that kind of production there is plenty out there. Haters gonna hate LOL. Ty as always for sharing your gift & talents w/us! 💝 fr Nashville
Never mind the naysayers, Tony. Keep up the great work. Anyone with a fully-functioning brain knows that "cultural appropriation" is a load of rubbish.
Great story and narration! Good job!
I do not live far from the area in the beginning of the story and work in DC.
Keep up the great work! Thanks for bringing this to us!
Your channel is my favourite TH-cam channel. I enjoy your narration, the tone of your voice is relaxing and I prefer a single narrator. Please continue to read any story you think we will enjoy, much appreciated 🙂
Some people are never satisfied. Detractors are usually incompetent and always on the lookout for a place to gripe. In fact, my husband just commented that we live in a culture that loves to criticize and hate. Tony, you have a huge following of people who love your work. Those who don't don' enjoy it have the option to listen somewhere else. Ignore 'em and forge ahead!