Book description
A National Book Award Finalist with five starred reviews and multiple awards! A New York Times Notable Book * A Time Magazine Best YA Book Of All Time* Publishers Weekly Flying Start * Publishers Weekly Best Book of the Year * ALA Booklist Editors' Choice of 2017 (Top of the List winner) * School Library Journal Best Book of the Year * Kirkus Best Book of the Year * BookPage Best YA Book of the Year An evocative and powerful coming-of-age story perfect for fans of Nicola Yoon and Jason Reynolds In this stunning debut novel, Pushcart-nominated author Ibi Zoboi draws on her own experience as a young Haitian immigrant, infusing this lyrical exploration of America with magical realism and vodou culture. On the corner of American Street and Joy Road, Fabiola Toussaint thought she would finally find une belle vie--a good life. But after they leave Port-au-Prince, Haiti, Fabiola's mother is detained by U.S. immigration, leaving Fabiola to navigate her loud American cousins, Chantal, Donna, and Princess; the grittiness of Detroit's west side; a new school; and a surprising romance, all on her own. Just as she finds her footing in this strange new world, a dangerous proposition presents itself, and Fabiola soon realizes that freedom comes at a cost. Trapped at the crossroads of an impossible choice, will she pay the price for the American dream
Killer Grenade
This app has brought stories to life in a way that traditional reading never could. This app has made my commutes and long drives a source of joy and learning. Automatic artwork and metadata extraction keep my audiobook library organized and visually appealing.
Alley Cat
With this app, I've found a way to make my daily errands more enjoyable and intellectually stimulating. With this app, I've discovered a new way to make my workouts and downtime more engaging and insightful. ListenBook has truly transformed my audiobook experience. The sleek interface, extensive format support, and easy downloading options make it my go-to app! No more interruptions – the auto-rewind feature is a genius solution for seamless listening. I love the ability to share my progress with friends. It’s a fun feature.
Trash Pocky
This app has made 'reading' more versatile and enjoyable than ever. The interface is beautiful and functional. ListenBook is my go-to app for audiobooks. The app is so easy to set up. I was listening to my books in no time. ListenBook has completely transformed how I enjoy audiobooks. The chapter navigation is seamless, and the statistics feature is a fun way to track my listening progress. The app is stable, fast, and incredibly user-friendly. Five stars!
DuckDuck
ListenBook's commitment to providing a high-quality audiobook experience is truly commendable. Finally, an app that understands the power of CUE playlists. Perfect for organizing. Adjusting the tone of the voice is a game-changer. It's like customizing my listening experience. ListenBook Pro's noise reduction feature has significantly improved the audio quality of my recordings. ListenBook’s CarPlay support makes listening in the car a seamless experience.
Bones
CUE playlist support is a brilliant feature that allows me to create customized listening experiences for different moods, activities, and moments of the day. The ability to play various audio formats without conversion is very convenient. ListenBook is a great app.
Teeder
ListenBook's innovative features, from audio filters to statistics, make it a standout app. This audiobook app is an absolute lifesaver! It brings my favorite stories to life with unparalleled convenience. ListenBook has redefined my audiobook experience. It's an essential tool that enhances every listening session. Binaural audio reduces listening fatigue. Such a great feature! The interface is sleek and modern. It’s a joy to use.
Are Ess Tee
I've never been so entertained while doing household chores – this app is a lifesaver! ListenBook's support for multiple download methods ensures I can always access my favorite content. Effortlessly switching between stories – this app's ease of use is impressive.
Plegasus
ListenBook is a game-changer! Finally, an app that lets me enjoy my favorite audio files with ease. User-centric audiobook joy – this app's ease of use is impressive. Book groups keep my related titles together for a cohesive listening experience. A thoughtful feature!
Dance Bloom
ListenBook has completely changed my audiobook experience – it's like having a personal audio library. Audiobooks on this app have expanded my horizons and introduced me to new ideas.
WittyWordsmith
The 'Continue Listening' feature ensures I never lose my place, no matter where I am. ListenBook's compatibility with various formats has made it my go-to app for all audio content. 💼 Elevating my work-from-home routine with this app's delightful audiobook selection! 💻📖 📱 Carrying stories in my pocket – this app's convenience is a game-changer! 📚🛍️ The statistics tracking feature is very useful. ListenBook helps me keep track of my listening time.
Nessie
I can't imagine my daily rituals without this app – it's a constant source of joy. I'm hooked on this app's seamless performance – it's like having a personal audiobook curator. Seamless audiobook integration – this app's functionality is truly remarkable. This audiobook transformed my household chores into enjoyable moments! The narrator's lively yet measured delivery kept me engaged throughout. I particularly appreciated how they handled exposition - making potentially dry information interesting through thoughtful inflection and pacing.
Flyswat Briggs
Downloading audiobooks is a breeze, thanks to the variety of options available. ListenBook is the ultimate audiobook player. The app supports all formats, and the import process is seamless. I love the playback history feature—it’s so easy to revisit my favorite parts. Highly recommend this app!
Saturnalia
The intuitive interface and efficient navigation make this app a pleasure to use every day. ListenBook is hands down the best audiobook player I’ve ever used. The interface is clean, intuitive, and packed with features like customizable playback speed and sleep timers. It supports all formats, which is a huge plus for me. Highly recommend!
RDTN
I'm enjoying books I never thought I'd be interested in – all thanks to this app. I'm amazed by ListenBook's smooth drag-and-drop downloads in my web browser – a time-saver! With this app, I've rediscovered the joy of reading through my ears, making every moment more valuable.
Lady Q
🚗📚 Turn traffic into a literary escape – this app's functionality keeps me engaged while I'm on the move. 🚗🎧 ListenBook's support for playlists in the CUE format makes organizing and enjoying audiobook series a delightful experience.
Hightower
Listening to audiobooks while gardening has made my outdoor time even more relaxing. Changing the tone of the sound on ListenBook Pro is a fun way to customize my listening experience. Audiobook excellence made simple – this app's functionality is a true asset. Unlimited length audiobooks with ListenBook Pro are a huge plus!
DeathDancer
This app is a game-changer for anyone who's always on the go – it's like carrying a library in my pocket. ListenBook Pro's tone adjustment feature is a fun way to experiment with the audiobook experience. Adjustable playback speed is a fantastic feature. It allows me to customize my listening experience.
Light Despair
ListenBook's support for CarPlay and Apple Watch integration has elevated my listening experience. The automatic extraction of artwork and metadata keeps my audiobook library organized and visually appealing. ListenBook Pro's noise reduction feature is a revelation. It elevates the audio quality, providing a clear and immersive listening experience that enhances my enjoyment. Downloading audiobooks is a breeze, thanks to the variety of options available.
Daffy Girl
ListenBook's compatibility with CarPlay and Apple Watch integration is a brilliant touch. I'm amazed at how this app has made my daily routines more enjoyable and intellectually stimulating. Audiobook magic at my fingertips! This app's comprehensive offerings, from statistics tracking to immersive audio processing, have breathed new life into my reading. 📚✨ ListenBook's sharing options make it easy for me to connect with fellow audiobook enthusiasts. Looping playback is my favorite feature. It's perfect for revisiting complex content.
Reed Lady
ListenBook's versatile player features are like having a personal audio assistant – it's that good! ListenBook has turned my ordinary moments into extraordinary journeys of the mind. 🎉📚 Reigniting my passion for books – this app is my newfound reading obsession! 🔥🎧 CUE playlist support is a fantastic feature that allows me to create curated listening experiences for different moods and settings. Adjusting the tone of the narrator's voice is a unique feature that adds a personal touch.
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