Book description
Winner of the 2022 Lambda Literary Award in Gay Fiction. A New York Times Book Review Editors' Choice. Longlisted for the 2022 Mark Twain American Voice in Literature Award and the 2021 Brooklyn Public Library Literary Prize. One of Buzzfeed's Best LGBTQ+ Books of 2021, NBC's 10 Most Notable LGBTQ Books of 2021, and Pink News' Best LGBTQ Books of 2021. "This hurricane of delirious, lonely, lewd tales is a taxonomy and grand unified theory of the boyfriend, in every tense." --Parul Sehgal, The New York Times"I loved this book--raunchy, irreverent, deliberate, sexy, angry, and tender, in its own way." --Roxane GayAn irrerverent, sensitive, and inimitable look at gay dysfunction through the eyes of a cult hero Transgressive, foulmouthed, and brutally funny, Brontez Purnell's 100 Boyfriends is a revelatory spiral into the imperfect lives of queer men desperately fighting the urge to self-sabotage. As they tiptoe through minefields of romantic, substance-fueled misadventure--from dirty warehouses and gentrified bars in Oakland to desolate farm towns in Alabama--Purnell's characters strive for belonging in a world that dismisses them for being Black, broke, and queer. In spite of it--or perhaps because of it--they shine. Armed with a deadpan wit, Purnell finds humor in even the darkest of nadirs with the peerless zeal, insight, and horniness of a gay punk messiah. Together, the slice-of-life tales that writhe within 100 Boyfriends are an inimitable tour of an unexposed queer underbelly. Holding them together is the vision of an iconoclastic storyteller, as fearless as he is human.
PixelPioneer
ListenBook's dedication to excellence shines through in its performance and features. With this app, I've turned mundane chores into exciting opportunities for intellectual growth. This app is like a personal audiobook concierge! The ability to download and organize audio files effortlessly is a game-changer for my reading routine. ๐ฑ๐ ListenBook has rekindled my love for audiobooks. The app's interface is beautiful and user-friendly.
Muzish
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The Shield Toronto
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Criss Cross
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StarZen
The app's customization options allow me to tailor the listening experience to my liking. ListenBook's seamless integration with CarPlay makes my daily commute a delightful opportunity to indulge in audiobooks. I'm blown away by the attention to detail in every aspect of this app. Noise reduction on ListenBook Pro is impressive. It's like getting a clear, immersive listening experience. ListenBook is a must-have for audiobook enthusiasts. It's reliable, versatile, and a pleasure to use.
Shady Prairie
ListenBook's user-friendly audio filters and controls have made my audiobook sessions more interactive and engaging. With this app, I'm discovering the joy of reading during my commutes. Audiobooks on the go โ this app's design prioritizes convenience. Downloading over WiFi saves so much time. Very efficient.
NeoGermal
ListenBook's sleek design and intuitive controls make it my go-to app for audiobooks. ๐ก The future of audiobook listening is here โ this app's sleek functionality redefines how we enjoy our favorite stories. ๐ง๐ฎ Book groups are a thoughtful addition. They help me keep related titles together for a seamless experience. Tone adjustment is an innovative touch that adds a personal connection to the audiobook narration. It's like having a custom reading experience.
Necessary Momentum
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Drift
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Bad Bunny
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LuminaLore
ListenBook's sharing options make it easy for me to connect with fellow audiobook enthusiasts. ListenBook has revolutionized my audiobook enjoyment. It's an essential part of my daily routine. The app is very easy to use. ListenBook makes managing my audiobook library simple.
Austin Shamrock
ListenBook has redefined my audiobook journey, making it more enjoyable and convenient than ever before. This app has turned my cooking sessions into culinary adventures with a side of stories. ListenBook Pro takes my experience to the next level. Unlimited audiobook length, noise reduction, and voice tone adjustment? Count me in! This served its purpose as background listening while I worked. I probably missed some details but the narrator's voice was pleasant enough.
Shady Prairie
The app's stability is impressive โ it runs smoothly without any glitches. I'm amazed at how this app has made reading such a natural part of my day.
Frosty
This app has brought back the joy of reading, even when I'm on the move. I'm in awe of how this app has made reading seamlessly fit into my lifestyle. Downloading audiobooks over WiFi is super easy. Saves time.
Flotsams54
ListenBook's support for a variety of audio formats ensures that I can access my content without any limitations. ๐ก Seamlessly weaving audiobooks into my daily routine โ this app's functionality has redefined how I enjoy books. ๐ฑ๐ Audiobooks made accessible โ this app's ease of use is a true blessing.
Opulent Gamer
Adjustable playback speed is a fantastic feature. It allows me to customize my listening experience. The subtle background music at key moments enhanced the experience without being distracting. More audiobooks should use this technique when appropriate!
Twisty Dew
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Dancing Madman
Great for listening to a variety of content. Highly recommend! ListenBookโs design is sleek and modern. The app is a pleasure to use. The app is perfect for people who love to read but donโt have the time.
BlackExcalibur
Thanks to ListenBook, I'm now exploring different genres and formats I never thought I would. Audiobooks on this app have made me look forward to my long commutes. Easy chapter access and smooth playback. Love this app!
Lil Rebel Ma
This app has turned audiobook listening into a daily ritual for me. User-centric audiobook joy โ this app's ease of use is a true marvel. The app's ability to extract artwork and metadata automatically is a huge time-saver. The app's versatility in audio downloading is impressive. It's a one-stop solution for all my content. I love the ability to import books from my computer. Itโs so easy.
Playing a wide variety of audio formats
Works on all devices with iOS 13 and newer
Huge amount of features for a small price
Frequent updates to add new features and improve existing ones
Advanced playback controls
Live sound processing
Changing the timbre of the reader's voice and noise reduction
Translated into more than 20 languages
If you love listening to fiction audiobooks, ListenBook has features to make the process easier.
Edit book data: title, author, cover
Use equalizer to make the sound comfortable for you
Adjust the playback speed
Enjoy dark and light app themes
Supported formats: MP3, M4B, AWB, FLAC, OGG audio files and many more (must be DRM free)
Auto-Bookmarks make it easy to find your place
AirPlay support allows redirection of audio output.
VoiceOver support
Dark mode for night owls
Convenient bookmarking system helps you mark the most important places.
Unlimited bookmarks for each audiobook
Put your own cover on the wager
Share your audiobook with friends
Lock-screen control
Customise app with extensive options
Sleep timer with shake to reset, set custom notification sounds, and a few unique options
Auto rewind depending on paused time, customize rewind times to your liking
Removing background noise from recordings made in classrooms and meetings
Changing the timbre of the reader's voice for a better listening experience