# Susan Ericksen

Susan Ericksen is an American actress and audiobook narrator.

## Early life and education

Born in Illinois, Susan Ericksen earned her Bachelor of Arts at Macalester College in St. Paul, Minnesota, where she began her acting career. Ericksen pursued her Master of Fine Arts in acting at Southern Methodist University in Dallas, Texas, where she met her husband, David Colacci.

## Audiobook narration

Ericksen has narrated over 500 audiobook titles, and has said she applies her theatrical experience to her audiobook narration. She has worked with various audiobook producers, including Brilliance Audio, Tantor Media, and BBC Audio. Her notable works include the In Death series by J.D. Robb and the V. I. Warshawski series by Sara Paretsky. In addition, Ericksen is an active member of SAG-AFTRA and contributes to its Audiobook Steering Committee.

### Accolades and recognition

| Year | Title | Award | Result |
| 2022 | Desperation in Death by J.D. Robb | AudioFile Earphones Award | Winner |
| 2022 | Abandoned in Death by J.D. Robb | AudioFile Earphones Award | Winner |
| 2018 | Dark in Death by J.D. Robb | Audie Award for Romance - Best Romance Audiobook | Winner |
| 2015 | The Abundance by Annie Dillard | AudioFile Earphones Award | Winner |
| 2014 | Carthage by Joyce Carol Oates | AudioFile Earphones Award - David Colacci and Susan Ericksen | Winner |
| 2013 | Thankless in Death by J.D. Robb | Audie Award for Romance - Best Romance Audiobook | Winner |
| 2013 | Critical Mass by Sara Paretsky | AudioFile Earphones Award | Winner |
| 2012 | The Nightmare Thief by Meg Gardiner | Audie Award for Thriller or Suspense - Best Thriller/Suspense | Winner |
| 2012 | New York to Dallas by J.D. Robb | Audie Award for Romance - Best Romance Audiobook | Winner |
| 2012 | Celebrity in Death by J.D. Robb | AudioFile Earphones Award | Winner |
| 2012 | New York to Dallas by J.D. Robb | AudioFile Earphones Award | Winner |
| 2011 | Fantasy in Death by J.D. Robb | Audie Award for Romance - Best Romance Audiobook | Finalist |
| 2010 | Body Work by Sara Paretsky | AudioFile Earphones Award | Winner |
| 2010 | Fantasy in Death by J.D. Robb | AudioFile Earphones Award | Winner |
| 2010 | The Liar's Lullaby by Meg Gardiner | AudioFile Earphones Award | Winner |
| 2009 | Almost Astronauts by Tanya Lee Stone | AudioFile Earphones Award | Winner |
| 2009 | Hardball by Sara Paretsky | AudioFile Earphones Award | Winner |
| 2009 | Kindred in Death by J.D. Robb | AudioFile Earphones Award | Winner |
| 2009 | Promises in Death by J.D. Robb | AudioFile Earphones Award | Winner |
| 2008 | Strangers in Death by J.D. Robb | AudioFile Earphones Award | Winner |
| 2008 | L.A. Outlaws by T Jefferson Parker | AudioFile Earphones Award - David Colacci and Susan Ericksen | Winner |
| 2007 | Born in Death by J.D. Robb | Audie Award for Romance - Best Romance Audiobook | Finalist |
| 2007 | Last Known Victim by Erica Spindler | AudioFile Earphones Award | Winner |
| 2006 | Origin in Death by J.D. Robb | AudioFile Audie Award - Best Romance Audiobook | Winner |
| 2006 | Survivor in Death by J.D. Robb | AudioFile Audie Award - Best Romance Audiobook | Finalist |
| 2006 | Survivor in Death by J.D. Robb | AudioFile Earphones Award | Winner |
| 2004 | Naked in Death by J.D. Robb | AudioFile Earphones Award | Winner |
| 2002 | Reunion in Death by J.D. Robb | AudioFile Earphones Award | Winner |
| 2002 | Savannah Blues by Mary Kay Andrews | AudioFile Earphones Award | Winner |

## Stage productions

Ericksen's stage career includes performances in regional theaters across the United States, such as The Cleveland Play House, The Repertory Theatre of St. Louis, Cincinnati Playhouse in the Park, and Baltimore Center Stage.

### Hope Summer Repertory Theater

Ericksen has been involved with the Hope Summer Repertory Theater (HSRT) at Hope College in Holland, Michigan, both as an actor and director. Her performances include roles in productions such as A View from the Bridge, Annie and Hay Fever. She has also directed several plays for HSRT.
Ericksen’s acting and directing contributions for HSRT include:
| Year | Role/Contribution | Production |
| 2017 | Actor: Beatrice Carbone | A View from the Bridge |
| 2017 | Actor: Miss Hannigan | Annie |
| 2015 | Actor: Judith Bliss | Hay Fever |
| 2014 | Actor: Dollie Levi | The Matchmaker |
| 2013 | Actor: Margaret Johnson | The Light in the Piazza |
| 2011 | Actor: Marta 'Mama' Hanson | I Remember Mama |
| 2010 | Actor: Agnes | I Do, I Do |
| 2008 | Actor: Sister Aloysius Beauvier | Doubt: A Parable |
| 2005 | Actor: Hannah Ferguson | The Spitfire Grill |
| 2003 | Director | Once Upon a Mattress |
| 2002 | Actor: Sam | Fully Committed |
| 2001 | Director | The Wizard of Oz |
| 1999 | Director | The Tempest |

## Personal life

Ericksen resides in St. Louis Park, Minnesota, with her husband David Colacci and their two children. The couple operates a professional recording studio from their home, where they do the majority of their audiobook work.