Book description
Richard Horatio Edgar Wallace was born on the 1st April 1875 in Greenwich, London. Leaving school at 12 because of truancy, by the age of fifteen he had experience; selling newspapers, as a worker in a rubber factory, as a shoe shop assistant, as a milk delivery boy and as a ship’s cook. By 1894 he was engaged but broke it off to join the Infantry being posted to South Africa. He also changed his name to Edgar Wallace which he took from Lew Wallace, the author of Ben-Hur. In Cape Town in 1898 he met Rudyard Kipling and was inspired to begin writing. His first collection of ballads, The Mission that Failed! was enough of a success that in 1899 he paid his way out of the armed forces in order to turn to writing full time. By 1904 he had completed his first thriller, The Four Just Men. Since nobody would publish it he resorted to setting up his own publishing company which he called Tallis Press. In 1911 his Congolese stories were published in a collection called Sanders of the River, which became a bestseller. He also started his own racing papers, Bibury’s and R. E. Walton’s Weekly, eventually buying his own racehorses and losing thousands gambling. A life of exceptionally high income was also mirrored with exceptionally large spending and debts. Wallace now began to take his career as a fiction writer more seriously, signing with Hodder and Stoughton in 1921. He was marketed as the ‘King of Thrillers’ and they gave him the trademark image of a trilby, a cigarette holder and a yellow Rolls Royce. He was truly prolific, capable not only of producing a 70,000 word novel in three days but of doing three novels in a row in such a manner. It was in, estimating that by 1928 one in four books being read was written by Wallace, for alongside his famous thrillers he wrote variously in other genres, including science fiction, non-fiction accounts of WWI which amounted to ten volumes and screen plays. Eventually he would reach the remarkable total of 170 novels, 18 stage plays and 957 short stories. Wallace became chairman of the Press Club which to this day holds an annual Edgar Wallace Award, rewarding ‘excellence in writing’. Diagnosed with diabetes his health deteriorated and he soon entered a coma and died of his condition and double pneumonia on the 7th of February 1932 in North Maple Drive, Beverly Hills. He was buried near his home in England at Chalklands, Bourne End, in Buckinghamshire.
Mallow Man
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Trash
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Blink
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Aqua Diva
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Crazy Eights
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Pockets
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Titanium Ladybug
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Bambi Wings
ListenBook has transformed my daily activities into opportunities for learning and enjoyment. The app is so reliable. I’ve never had any issues with it.
ManManMan
This app has added a touch of magic to my mundane moments – I'm forever grateful. Sharing audiobooks through AirDrop is a delightful way to share the joy of storytelling with friends and family. It fosters connections and conversations. ListenBook Pro's unlimited audiobook length feature is fantastic.
Berlin Kamikaze
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NightDream
The layout of ListenBook is so beautiful and user-friendly, making it a pleasure to use. 🎧 Carrying a world of literature in my headphones – this app's convenience is truly remarkable. 📚💫 ListenBook's interface is not just aesthetically pleasing; it's also highly functional. Navigating through chapters and controls is a breeze. ListenBook has become my workout buddy. It keeps me entertained and motivated during exercise. Has every feature I need. My top choice for audiobooks!
ForumFusion
ListenBook's extensive statistics feature adds a new level of insight to my audiobook habits. 💼 Making work hours fly by with captivating stories – a true work-life balance! 💻📖 ListenBook's attention to detail is commendable. Every aspect of the app is well-crafted. This app is perfect for anyone who loves audiobooks. The interface is sleek and modern, and the playback controls are super responsive. I also appreciate the cloud integration, which lets me access my books from anywhere. Great work!
Delirium
The ability to switch between devices seamlessly is a game-changer for busy readers. Adjusting the narrator's voice tone is a fantastic feature. It adds a personal touch.
Count Eagle
I've never been so excited about my daily commute – thanks to this app. Gone are the days of straining my eyes to read – this app lets me 'read' with my ears, anywhere, anytime. ListenBook has transformed how I enjoy audiobooks. The app is a game-changer!
ThoughtTracer
Changing the tone of the sound on ListenBook Pro adds a personal touch to my experience. Looping playback is a brilliant study tool. Thanks to ListenBook, my learning has improved! The intuitive interface and efficient navigation make this app a pleasure to use every day.
9Lives
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Mafia Princess
Integration with Apple CarPlay has made long road trips so much more enjoyable. Book groups are a thoughtful addition. I can group related titles for easy access. Easy sharing with friends via AirDrop. Very convenient. The interface is beautiful and functional. ListenBook is my go-to app for audiobooks.
Wonder Lady
The 'Explore' feature has introduced me to authors I might never have discovered otherwise. ListenBook has reignited my love for storytelling and learning, one audio file at a time. The subtle background music at key moments enhanced the experience without being distracting. More audiobooks should use this technique when appropriate!
The Final Judgement
ListenBook Pro's sharing features allow me to spread the joy of audiobooks with my friends and family. ListenBook has made managing and enjoying audiobooks, lectures, and speeches effortless and enjoyable. ListenBook's support for playlists in the CUE format makes organizing and enjoying audiobook series a delightful experience. It was fine. The narrator did an adequate job but nothing about the performance particularly stood out to me. Got me through my commute though.
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