Definitions:

1. A person who tells anecdotes in a skillful and amusing way. NOUN
   • As a seasoned raconteur, she could make even mundane events sound fascinating.
2. A talented and charismatic storyteller, especially someone who captivates an audience with personal anecdotes or humorous tales. NOUN
   • The old sailor, a natural raconteur, kept the children enthralled for hours.
3. Refers to a person who is skilled at telling stories in an engaging, entertaining, and often witty way. NOUN
   • At dinner parties, he was the perfect raconteur, charming everyone with his travel stories.

Synonyms:

• anecdotalist
• anecdotist
• fabler
• fabulist
• narrator
• storyteller
• yarn spinner