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.
Disco Potato
ListenBook Pro's tone adjustment feature is a unique touch that adds personalization to my audiobook journey. ListenBook Pro's noise reduction is a lifesaver. I can hear clearly even in noisy environments. Noise reduction on ListenBook Pro is impressive. It's like getting a clear, immersive listening experience.
Commando
The narrators have a way of bringing characters to life – it's a unique experience. Audiobooks made accessible and enjoyable – this app's design is a triumph.
Pistol Hydro
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Mud Eye
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Pearl Girl
ListenBook's support for CarPlay and Apple Watch integration has elevated my listening experience. ListenBook Pro's noise reduction feature elevates my listening experience, allowing me to focus on the content. Supports extensive playlists and bookmarks. Very user-friendly.
Shimmy Shammy
I can't thank the developers enough for constantly updating and improving the app. This app has brought back the joy of reading, no matter how busy I am. I love how ListenBook makes it easy to organize my audiobook library. The app supports all formats, and the import process is a breeze. The playback controls are responsive, and the sound quality is excellent. Highly recommend!
White Snare
Audiobook magic at my fingertips! This app's thoughtful features, such as statistics tracking and audio filters, have added a new layer of excitement to my reading journey. 📚✨ Kudos to the creators for crafting an app that understands audiobook lovers. With smooth playback and thoughtful design, it's a true companion for book enthusiasts. 📚👏 Great app for audiobook enthusiasts. ListenBook supports a wide range of formats.
Spellbinder
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StormCake
Audiobooks have become my go-to gift for friends – and they all love it! ListenBook's easy sharing options make it a breeze to introduce friends to my favorite audiobooks. Sharing is caring! Adjusting playback speed has revolutionized the way I learn and enjoy audiobooks. I can adapt the pace to my needs, maximizing comprehension and retention.
Nola
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Snow Pharaoh
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Diamond Gamer
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Dove Dolce
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Mafia Rapunzel
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ForumFlare
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Digital Moonshine
The fact that ListenBook supports a wide range of formats without DRM protection is a huge win. ListenBook's compatibility with various formats means I can now enjoy all my favorite audiobooks in one place. 📚 Accessing my favorite authors and genres is a breeze with this app's user-friendly functionality. 📱🎧 Noise reduction on ListenBook Pro is a game-changer. It transforms the way I enjoy my recordings.
Friday Ferrari
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Knock Out Star
Sharing audiobooks through AirDrop is a wonderful way to spread the joy of storytelling. Playback speed and volume controls are fantastic.
Emerald Vine
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Pitfall Whiskers
This app has ignited my passion for reading once again – but in a modern, convenient way. I can't believe how easy it is to download and manage my audio content using ListenBook.
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