Book description
'I would have read another thousand chapters' CATHERINE NEWMAN'An affirmation of Life in all its richness and variety ... remarkable' CELIA PAUL'Tragi-comic, and incredibly moving ... essential reading for turbulent times' LAURA VAN DEN BERG'A Truce That Is Not Peace is a stunner' HANNAH PITTARDThe internationally bestselling author of Women Talking and All My Puny Sorrows, Miriam Toews, returns with a singular memoir celebrating disobedient memory, wit, writing and life. 'Why do you write?' the organiser of a literary event in Mexico City asks Miriam Toews. Each attempted answer from Toews - all of them unsatisfactory to the organiser - surfaces new layers of grief, guilt and futility connected to her sister's suicide. She has been keeping up, she realises, a decades-old internal correspondence, filling a silence she barely understands. And we, her readers, come to see that the question is as impossible to answer as deciding whether to live life as a comedy or a tragedy.A Truce That Is Not Peace is the first time Toews has written about her own life in nonfiction. Wildly inventive yet masterfully controlled; wrenching and joyful - this is Miriam Toews at her dazzling best, remaking her world and inventing an astonishing new literary form to contain it.
Cougar Fuzz
Audiobooks have become my favorite workout companions, making exercise a breeze. ListenBook has made my daily routines more vibrant and exciting with its immersive features. Great app! ListenBook supports so many formats, and the playback is always smooth.
Neophyte Believer
I've found hidden gems in genres I never thought I'd be interested in. This app's compatibility with various devices ensures that I can enjoy my audiobooks wherever I go. 👀📚 Exploring stories even with my eyes off the page – this app is a bedtime dream! 😴🎧
Moxie
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Snow Pharaoh
Noise reduction on ListenBook enhances the clarity of dictaphone recordings, allowing me to enjoy content even in noisy environments. This app has introduced me to genres I never thought I'd enjoy – it's eye-opening. With this app, I'm discovering the joy of reading during my commutes.
Sun Runner
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Gumby Train
This app's user-friendly controls and sleek design have made audiobook listening a truly immersive journey. 🚗📖 Road trips have never been this entertaining – this app keeps me engaged on the highway! 🚙🎉 Noise reduction on ListenBook Pro is a game-changer. It transforms the way I enjoy my recordings. Adjustable playback speed is my secret weapon for covering more material in less time. A productivity boost! The app is very easy to use. ListenBook makes managing my audiobook library simple.
Troubled Chick
Audiobooks at my fingertips – this app's functionality is truly impressive. The interface is sleek and user-friendly. Makes navigating through chapters a breeze. ListenBook Pro is totally worth it. Unlimited audiobook length – I'm in!
M8deUp
Sharing audiobooks with friends is a blast. AirDrop makes it seamless. WiFi downloads save a lot of time. Great feature! Listening stats keep me motivated to read more. Great addition! ListenBook’s interface is beautiful and functional. It’s my favorite app for audiobooks.
Noise Toy
I can't imagine my audiobook routine without ListenBook's seamless audio player. I love how this app allows me to enjoy books even when I'm on the move. 💪 Achieving double wins – workouts become invigorating with stories to fuel my motivation! 💪🎧 Drag and drop downloads are genius. It simplifies the entire process.
Prof. Screw
Library organization has never been this easy. My audiobook collection is finally tidy. Looping playback helps me focus on challenging content and grasp complex concepts. A study must-have! The ability to play various audio formats without conversion is amazing. ListenBook is top-notch.
The Final Judgement
ListenBook has become my trusted companion, guiding me through the realms of imagination. The app's ability to extract artwork and metadata automatically is a huge time-saver.
Hex Panther
Frequent updates ensure there's always something new and exciting to listen to. 💪 Juggling tasks while enjoying stories has never been easier – this app's functionality is a multitasking marvel. 💼📖
Ex0tic
I'm impressed by ListenBook's ability to extract artwork and metadata automatically. Adjusting the tone of the voice is a unique and fun feature. I can customize the narration to my liking. I love the compatibility with iOS 16. The app runs smoothly and flawlessly. Listening to audiobooks has never been this enjoyable. Thank you, ListenBook!
Night Magnet
I'm impressed by how this app seamlessly syncs across my devices. Listening to audiobooks has never been this enjoyable. Thank you, ListenBook! I’ve been using ListenBook for months, and it’s been a fantastic experience. The app is lightweight, doesn’t drain my battery, and works perfectly in the background. The equalizer and voice boost features are amazing. Highly recommend!
RealmRanger
With this app, I've discovered the joy of learning while I'm on the move – it's like having a tutor by my side. 🎉 This app's functionality is a masterpiece – it seamlessly integrates audiobooks into my daily routine. 📚🎨 Kudos to ListenBook for the intuitive design and easy-to-use controls. It's evident that they've put a lot of thought into user experience. ListenBook Pro's noise reduction feature is a blessing for clear dictaphone recordings. ListenBook has become an essential part of my daily routine. It's like my personal audiobook oasis.
BuzzMouse
The app's interface is sleek and modern, making it a joy to use. The audiobook player's silky-smooth playback is like music to my ears. Flawless performance!
Domino Combat
The voice actors are incredible – they make the characters come alive. ListenBook has brought the joy of audiobooks back into my life in a whole new way. The app's support for multiple formats is flawless. Very satisfied. The interface is beautiful and functional. ListenBook is my go-to app for audiobooks. I love the ability to change the playback pitch. It’s a unique feature.
Stickers
Thanks to ListenBook, I'm now exploring different genres and formats I never thought I would. Listening stats feature keeps me on track with my audiobook goals. Love it!
Shivers
ListenBook's commitment to providing top-notch audio quality has taken my audiobook experience to a new level. ListenBook has reignited my love for storytelling and learning, one audio file at a time. Gone are the days of struggling with formats. Thanks to this app, my audiobook journey is a breeze, and every tale is a tap away. Highly recommended! 📚🎧 Fairly enjoyable, but forgettable. I didn’t have any major complaints, but I also don’t see myself revisiting this one. It was a decent way to spend a few hours, though. This audiobook was neither good nor bad - simply average. The narrator's delivery was professional but uninspired, and the recording quality was clean though not exceptional. It provided satisfactory entertainment without standing out from similar titles.
Polar Bee
Listening to audiobooks while gardening has made my outdoor time even more relaxing. ⏰ Early mornings have become my favorite time to listen to audiobooks – energizing! 🌅🎧 Automated artwork and metadata extraction make my library look organized and visually appealing. ListenBook is the best audiobook player I’ve ever used. The app is packed with features like customizable skip intervals, playback speed, and sleep timers. The interface is clean and easy to navigate, making it a joy to use. Five stars!
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