Book description
Discover a future where connection brews in a bowl. Annalee Newitz's Automatic Noodle isn't just a sci-fi novella-it's a warm, vital listen that transforms the humble act of making ramen into a profound statement on belonging. As an audiobook, it's pure, immersive storytelling: the crackle of a ghost kitchen, the rhythmic pull of dough, and the quiet hum of robots rediscovering purpose. You hear the team's camaraderie in their voices, their hesitation as they navigate a city still healing from war, and the genuine joy in serving hand-pulled noodles that taste like home.
Newitz masterfully avoids dystopian gloom. Instead, she crafts a near-future where community isn't just built-it's served. When a wave of malicious one-star reviews threatens their fledgling shop, the stakes feel immediate, deeply human. You don't need to be a robot to feel that sting of online hostility, or the relief of finding allies in unexpected places-neighbors, customers, even the city itself. The audiobook's pacing is perfect: quick enough to keep you hooked during your commute, rich enough to linger long after the final note.
What elevates this beyond typical genre fare is its quiet optimism. These robots aren't just surviving; they're thriving by leaning into what they know best-cooking with care. The Macmillan Audio production amplifies this beautifully. The narrator's delivery makes the robots' quirks endearing (that slight pause before a robot says "I am programmed to serve" feels like a wink), while the ambient sounds-steam, chopping, distant city buzz-pull you right into the kitchen. It's a masterclass in how audiobooks can deepen narrative texture without overwhelming it.
In a world obsessed with grand battles, Automatic Noodle finds power in the small, radical act of opening your doors. It's the perfect antidote to cynicism: a story where food, community, and a little robot resilience solve the real crises. You'll finish this audiobook not just entertained, but quietly hopeful-ready to seek out your own neighborhood kitchen, or maybe just make a bowl of noodles yourself. This isn't just a great listen; it's a reminder of how much we share, even when the world feels divided. Don't just hear it-let it nourish you.
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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