The incomparable Maria Johnson is the narrator of The Altarpiece and City of Ladies, Books One and Two of The Cross and the Crown, a series of novels set in Tudor England (and beyond!). Read on to find out more about Maria and her fabulous work as a narrator!

Authentic, Warm, Compelling British Storyteller Maria is a British narrator, actor, improv performer and jazz singer from a small seaside town in Northern England, who feels at home in the foothills of the Sangre de Cristos, New Mexico. She brings a rich tapestry of experiences, adventures and training to her passion for audiobook narration. She has also narrated for PBS in Documentary, and in voice-over for Radio and TV commercials, and as a L’Oreal spokesperson. Maria first arrived in NYC at the age of 18, and had a successful modeling career working with top designers and photographers, in print, runway and TV. She has traveled extensively, and lived in Italy, Germany & France. She loves producing audiobooks from her professional home studio – portraying distinct characters and authenticity in a variety of accents. She has a BA in Liberal Arts with emphasis in literature, psychology, and art. Her studies continue in acting for theater, voice acting, and improv.