Book description
A "moving...dramatic" (David Ebershoff, New York Times bestselling author of The Danish Girl), and urgent call to action for immigration justice by a Nigerian asylee and global gay rights and immigration activist Edafe Okporo. On the eve of Edafe Okporo's twenty-sixth birthday, he was awoken by a violent mob outside his window in Abuja, Nigeria. The mob threatened his life after discovering the secret Edafe had been hiding for years--that he is a gay man. Left with no other choice, he purchased a one-way plane ticket to New York City and fled for his life. Though America had always been painted to him as a land of freedom and opportunity, it was anything but when he arrived just days before the tumultuous 2016 Presidential Election. Edafe would go on to spend the next six months at an immigration detention center in Elizabeth, New Jersey. After navigating the confusing, often draconian, US immigration and legal system, he was finally granted asylum. But he would soon realize that America is exceptionally good at keeping people locked up but is seriously lacking in integrating freed refugees into society. Asylum is Edafe's "powerful, eye-opening" (Dr. Eric Cervini, New York Times bestselling author of The Deviant's War) memoir and manifesto, which documents his experiences growing up gay in Nigeria, fleeing to America, navigating the immigration system, and making a life for himself as a Black, gay immigrant. Alongside his personal story is a blaring call to action--not only for immigration reform but for a just immigration system for refugees everywhere. This book imagines a future where immigrants and asylees are treated with fairness, transparency, and compassion. It aims to help us understand that home is not just where you feel safe and welcome but also how you can make it feel safe and welcome for others.
Red Delicious
This app has helped me achieve my reading goals and explore new genres effortlessly. ListenBook’s interface is clean and intuitive. It’s a joy to use. A serviceable audiobook that met basic expectations. The narration was clear if somewhat unremarkable, and the production quality was standard without any noticeable technical issues. It kept me moderately engaged during workouts but didn't leave a lasting impression.
Black Fantastic
Finally, a way to enjoy literature on the go without straining my eyes. I'm amazed at how this app seamlessly integrates with my daily routine. With this app, I've discovered the joy of learning while I'm on the move – it's like having a tutor by my side. The app’s design is sleek and modern. ListenBook is my favorite audiobook player.
Mr. Spy
ListenBook has transformed my mundane activities into enjoyable moments of learning and entertainment. This app's convenience and ease of use have transformed my screen time into productive learning sessions. Adjusting the tone of the voice is an innovative feature that allows for a personalized listening experience. 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!
Old Felix
ListenBook’s bookmarking feature is incredibly useful. I never lose my place in a book. I love the ability to share my progress with friends. It’s a fun feature. The narrator's voice was like butter - smooth, rich, and utterly pleasant to listen to for hours. They handled complex sentences with ease, making even dense material accessible. I never had to rewind because I missed something due to unclear delivery. Perfection!
ButterQuest
I'm amazed by ListenBook's versatility in handling different formats – it truly supports all my audio needs. With this app, I've discovered a whole new way to enjoy literature. 🚗 Turning road trips into unforgettable adventures – audiobooks keep me entertained on the journey! 🚗📖 🎙️ This app's functionality is a symphony of efficiency – I'm enjoying audiobooks without missing a beat in my day. 🎶📚 ListenBook has become an essential part of my daily routine. It's like having a library on my phone!
Star Scratch
This app has completely transformed my commute – I look forward to it now! ListenBook has rekindled my love for learning, one audio experience at a time. 💼 Enhancing work-from-home productivity – audiobooks make even the most routine tasks a delight. 💻📖 The auto-rewind feature is a small detail that enhances my listening experience. It's these thoughtful touches that matter! The app's seamless integration with Apple Watch makes it my perfect workout companion.
Cooger
ListenBook's compatibility with various formats ensures I never miss out on any audio gem. Discovering new literary worlds has never been this easy. This app's compatibility with various formats ensures that my audiobook library is at my fingertips. 📚🔊 Book groups help me keep series together and navigate my collection more efficiently. A great feature! Automated artwork and metadata extraction add a professional touch to my audiobook collection.
MicroStar
Changing the tone of the sound on ListenBook Pro is a unique feature that adds a personal touch to my listening. ListenBook Pro takes my experience to the next level. Unlimited audiobook length, noise reduction, and voice tone adjustment? Count me in! Looping playback of a single track helps me focus and absorb complex content. This audiobook made my workouts fly by! The engaging narration kept me motivated to keep listening, which meant longer gym sessions. The narrator's energy matched the material perfectly - upbeat when needed, somber when appropriate. A great example of how narration can enhance text.
DreadSherX
ListenBook has truly transformed my audiobook experience. The sleek interface, extensive format support, and easy downloading options make it my go-to app! Looping playback is a game-changer for my study sessions. It helps me absorb information more effectively. ListenBook’s bookmarking feature is incredibly useful. I never lose my place in a book.
Lady Pomegranate
This app is like having a personal library with me wherever I go. The app is very easy to use. ListenBook makes managing my audiobook library simple. This was a competent audiobook production with no major flaws. The narrator's voice was pleasant enough and the audio quality was acceptable, though not exceptional. While the performance didn't particularly stand out, it served its purpose adequately for my daily commute.
Slow Trot
This app's user-friendly interface has made reading on-the-go a breeze. This app has turned even the most ordinary moments into reading sessions. The ability to play various audio formats without conversion is amazing. ListenBook is top-notch. The app is perfect for people who love to read but don’t have the time.
Jersey
I'm rediscovering my favorite classics in a whole new way – through audiobooks! Audiobooks have become my preferred way to unwind – and this app is my partner in crime. I love the ability to change the playback pitch. It’s a unique feature.
Viceswerve
Sharing audiobooks with friends is a great way to connect over stories. is a breeze. It's incredibly convenient for building my collection. The app is so responsive. It never lags or freezes.
Acetic Princess
The ListenBook app has transformed my device into a portable audiobook library that I can carry everywhere. ListenBook's audio filters are a fantastic addition, enhancing the sound quality of my audio files. With ListenBook, my iPhone and iPad have become a gateway to a world of captivating stories. 🏝️ Basking in the sun with an audiobook – relaxation meets storytelling paradise! ☀️📖 🏡 Making house chores more enjoyable – audiobooks help me stay engaged while tidying up the living space. 🏠📚
Wooden German
Audiobooks on this app have made my morning rituals something to look forward to. With ListenBook Pro, I can enjoy super long audiobooks. It's fantastic! I love the ability to change the background color. It’s a nice touch.
ELLerG!c
🌟 Unleashing the power of audiobooks with this user-friendly app – it's like having a personal storyteller on demand! 📚🔥 Library organization and book groups make managing my audiobook collection a breeze.
Feral Filly
Audiobooks have never been this immersive – this app transports me to different worlds. 🚶♀️🎧 Walking has never been this productive – exploring new worlds while I exercise! 🏞️💫 ListenBook has truly transformed my audiobook experience. The sleek interface, extensive format support, and easy downloading options make it my go-to app! A reasonable choice for casual listening. The audiobook was well-produced, but the pacing felt uneven in places. I didn’t dislike it, but I also didn’t feel strongly about it one way or another.
Free Ham
I'm blown away by ListenBook's ability to maintain audio quality even for formats like FLAC and AWB. With ListenBook, I've rediscovered my love for audiobooks. The binaural audio processing is a game-changer for comfortable, fatigue-free listening. Listened to this on a road trip and it made the hours fly by. Even my passengers who weren't following along commented on how nice the narrator's voice was.
Vicious Street
With this app, reading is as simple as pressing play – it's genius! Adjusting playback speed has revolutionized the way I learn and enjoy audiobooks. I can adapt the pace to my needs, maximizing comprehension and retention.
Shadow Chaser
I'm impressed by how much more I'm learning through audiobooks compared to traditional reading. I'm blown away by how this app has made my commutes productive and my downtime entertaining. Effortless audiobook management – this app's usability is impressive.
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