Book description
A 2023 NAACP Image Award Nominee!A NPR Best of the Year pick!A Book Riot Best SFF of the Year pick! "[A] magnificent and wide-ranging anthology . . . A must-read for all genre fans."--Publishers Weekly, starred reviewFrom award-winning editorial team Sheree Renée Thomas, Oghenechovwe Donald Ekpeki, and Zelda Knight comes an anthology of thirty-two original stories showcasing the breadth of fantasy and science fiction from Africa and the African Diaspora. A group of cabinet ministers query a supercomputer containing the minds of the country's ancestors. A child robot on a dying planet uncovers signs of fragile new life. A descendent of a rain goddess inherits her grandmother's ability to change her appearance--and perhaps the world. Created in the legacy of the seminal, award-winning anthology series Dark Matter, Africa Risen celebrates the vibrancy, diversity, and reach of African and Afro-Diasporic SFF and reaffirms that Africa is not rising--it's already here.
Dr. Jam Man
With ListenBook, I've rediscovered my love for audiobooks. The binaural audio processing is a game-changer for comfortable, fatigue-free listening. This app is a game-changer for audiobook enthusiasts. The interface is intuitive, and the playback is seamless!
Wiccan Thunder
Effortless audiobook exploration – this app's functionality is a true delight. The app is perfect for people who love to listen to books while exercising.
Delicious Cupid
I'm impressed by how much more I'm learning through audiobooks compared to traditional reading. Effortless audiobook management – this app's usability is a winner. ListenBook’s support for CarPlay is great. I can listen to audiobooks in my car easily. The app is perfect for people who love to multitask. I can listen while cooking.
Dahlia
The ability to adjust the playback speed has made my commute even more efficient. I've never been this excited about my daily commute – thank you, audiobooks!
Upper D3ckR
ListenBook has turned my ordinary moments into extraordinary journeys of the mind. 🎧 An audiobook treasure trove in the palm of my hand – this app is pure convenience! 📚🌟 Adjusting the tone of the voice is a creative feature. It allows for a unique and personalized experience.
Gunhawk
With a vast genre selection, I've broadened my horizons and explored new topics. Navigating chapters and genres is a breeze with this app's functionality.
Tse Tse Guy
The app's interface is sleek and modern, making it a joy to use. I love that ListenBook Pro allows me to customize the tone of the sound – it adds a personal touch. Gone are the days of straining my eyes to read – this app lets me 'read' with my ears, anywhere, anytime. Packed with useful features. My favorite audiobook app! The app is so versatile. It works with all my devices.
Delicious Wing
This app is a must-have for any book lover on the go – it's my daily companion. With this app, my daily commute has transformed into an engaging journey through captivating stories. I'm blown away by the powerful audio downloading options. So versatile! The app is perfect for people who love to listen to books while commuting.
NexusNomad
This app's intuitive controls and user-friendly layout have made audiobook listening a true pleasure. ListenBook Pro is worth every penny. Unlimited audiobook length? Count me in!
Osprey
ListenBook's support for CarPlay and Apple Watch integration has made my daily activities more seamless and convenient. 📱 Audiobooks at my fingertips – this app's ease of use is a booklover's dream come true! 📚🔥 Bookmarks are a fantastic tool for keeping track of important moments. They're a game-changer.
Helmet Destroyer
ListenBook has taken my listening pleasure to new heights – it's a true audio marvel. Organization made easy! This app's efficient management of my audiobook collection ensures I'm always engrossed in a captivating tale. 📖📱 ListenBook Pro's tone adjustment feature is a unique touch that adds personalization to my audiobook journey. ListenBook is more than just an app – it's a doorway to a world of knowledge and imagination. The audio filters make a noticeable difference. ListenBook provides an excellent listening experience.
Mantis Queen
I've discovered authors I'd never heard of before, and now they're among my favorites. The diverse selection of audiobooks has made me fall in love with storytelling all over again. Automatic extraction of artwork and metadata adds a touch of elegance to my audiobook collection. The app is perfect for people who love to listen to books while exercising.
Turnip King
Sharing audiobooks with friends is a fantastic way to introduce them to new stories. The app is so easy to set up. I was listening to my books in no time.
180
Finally, a way to enjoy literature on the go without straining my eyes. Who needs traditional books when you have this app? It's a game-changer. The user-friendly interface and smooth navigation make this app a pleasure to use daily. Perfect for listening to lectures and speeches. Highly useful app.
ReiGnZ
ListenBook has become an essential part of my daily routine. It's like having a library on my phone! Listening statistics are a great motivator. Love this feature! The chapter navigation is a lifesaver. It makes finding my place so easy.
Crash Override
Audiobooks have become my bedtime companions, soothing me into a peaceful sleep. Drag and drop downloads are genius. It simplifies the entire process. The app is very easy to use. ListenBook makes managing my audiobook library simple.
Chapstick
Audiobook pleasure simplified – this app's design is a true winner. Audiobook multitasking simplified – this app's functionality is a triumph. Sharing audiobooks through AirDrop is a delightful way to share the joy of storytelling with friends and family. It fosters connections and conversations. Binaural audio processing really helps reduce listening fatigue. Great feature! ListenBook’s playback speed control is very useful. I can listen at my own pace.
Freeway
🏃♂️📚 Running through chapters, literally! This app keeps me motivated on the track. 🏃♂️📖 🧘♂️ Finding serenity through the soothing tones of audiobooks – mindfulness and stories in perfect harmony. 🧘♂️🎧 CUE playlist support is a fantastic organizational feature. It keeps my audiobooks neatly arranged. The app is perfect for people who love to multitask. I can listen while cooking.
Spellbinder
Library organization has never been this easy. My audiobook collection is finally tidy. An absolutely stellar production from start to finish! The narrator's command of pacing and tone was masterful, knowing exactly when to speed up for excitement or slow down for dramatic effect. The audio quality was pristine with no distracting mouth sounds or uneven volume.
Voodoo Cyclone
Sharing audiobooks with friends through AirDrop and Sharing on ListenBook Pro is a social audiophile's dream. ⭐️ Who knew cleaning could be this exciting? This app turns chores into adventures! 🧹🏰 ListenBook’s interface is beautiful and functional. It’s my favorite app for audiobooks. The app is so easy to use. I was up and running in minutes.
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