Book description
When bioethicist and professor Ashley Shew became a self-described "hard-of-hearing chemobrained amputee with Crohn's disease and tinnitus," there was no returning to "normal." Suddenly well-meaning people called her an "inspiration" while grocery shopping, or viewed her as a needy recipient of technological wizardry. Most disabled people don't want what the abled assume they want--nor are they generally asked. Why do abled people frame disability as an individual problem that calls for technological solutions, rather than a social one?In a warm, feisty, opinionated voice and vibrant prose, Shew shows how we can create better narratives and more accessible futures by drawing from the insights of the cross-disability community. For the future is surely disabled--whether through changing climate, new diseases, or even through space travel. It's time we looked closely at how we all think about disability technologies and learn to envision disabilities not as liabilities, but as skill sets enabling all of us to navigate a challenging world.
VisionVortex
ListenBook's compatibility with various formats has made it my go-to app for all audio content. The noise reduction feature is a game-changer for clearer dictaphone recordings.
Widow Curio
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Cool Law Topping
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Swing Setter
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Palomino
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Fl00d
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Reed Lady
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Homerun Diva
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Wild Hair
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Firecracker
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RealmRanger
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Hairpin
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Spunky Chick
The 'Continue Listening' feature ensures I never lose my place, no matter where I am. Audiobooks have made my commutes so much more enjoyable, and I'm always excited to listen. Adjustable playback speed and volume control make for a customized experience.
RiddleRanger
Changing the tone of the sound on ListenBook Pro is a fun way to customize my listening experience. I can't believe how much more I'm 'reading' now, all thanks to this app. π§ββοΈβ Sipping tea and getting lost in stories β the ultimate way to unwind! π΅π ListenBook Pro's noise reduction feature is a game-changer. It enhances the clarity of recordings and makes my listening sessions more enjoyable.
ForumFlare
I'm grateful for ListenBook's support for a wide range of formats, making it a one-stop solution for audio content. ListenBook has completely changed how I enjoy audiobooks. The app is packed with features like customizable skip intervals, playback speed, and sleep timers. The interface is clean and easy to navigate. Five stars!
Star Jammer
ListenBook's chapters, controls, and filters have transformed my listening sessions into immersive journeys. This app has brought back the joy of reading, even when I'm on the move. The app's compatibility with CarPlay and Apple Watch is a huge plus. CUE playlist support is a fantastic feature for those who enjoy organized and structured listening.
Scare Stone
Adjusting the tone of the voice is a game-changer. It's like customizing my listening experience. ListenBook has transformed the way I engage with literature. It's like having a virtual bookshelf in my pocket.
Reno Monarch
The app's stability and reliability make it my go-to choice for audiobooks. ListenBook has made my daily commutes so much more enjoyable. I look forward to listening every day!
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