* Reader: This is the most general term and can refer to anyone who reads a story, whether aloud or silently.
* Narrator: This term specifically refers to the person who tells the story, usually in a spoken or written form. They can be a character within the story or an outside observer.
* Storyteller: This term often refers to someone who tells stories in a captivating and engaging way, often using verbal and nonverbal techniques to bring the story to life.
* Voiceover artist: This term is used for someone who reads a story aloud for a film, TV show, or other media, usually without being seen.
* Audiobook narrator: This term specifically refers to someone who reads a book aloud for an audiobook.
The most appropriate term depends on the specific situation.