Book description
'A hymn to friendship . . . Will leave you moved, hopeful and inspired in equal measure.' DAISY HAY'I absolutely loved this book.' KATHERINE ANGEL'I urge you to read it.' SUZANNAH LIPSCOMB 'I'm grateful for Bad Friend.' AMY KEYA rebellious new history of female friendship and timely reclamation of the 'bad friend'.Move over idealised BFFs, glossy gal pals and indestructible work wives. Meet the bad friends. The dangerously romantic school girls of the 1900s. The office gossips of the 1930s. The mum cliques of the 1950s. The angry activists of the 1970s. The coven - women who choose to live together in old age - of the present day. These 'bad' friends broke the rules about femininity they didn't write. Their relationships were controlled, patrolled and judged too intimate, too consuming and in some cases, too powerful.In this history of women's friendship, celebrated cultural historian Tiffany Watt Smith reckons with the ways we understand this complex and vital connection. She takes us from Japan to the Ivory Coast, The Mindy Project to Zadie Smith's Swing Time, from prisons to film sets to hospital wards and elder communities, untangling the assumptions about good and bad friends we live by. Weaving together history, interviews and memoir, Bad Friend offers what's long overdue: a more expansive, more rebellious vision of friendship fit for twenty-first-century life.
Shivers
I love that ListenBook Pro allows me to customize the tone of the sound – it adds a personal touch. Tone adjustment adds a unique touch to my listening experience. I'm hooked! Solid performance, but not outstanding. The narrator did a fine job, though their tone was a bit monotonous at times. The story itself was engaging enough, but I wouldn’t call it unforgettable.
High-Fructose
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Kingfisher
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Despair
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Firedog
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Doz Killer
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RiddleRanger
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WonderWords
The ease of downloading content via WiFi, WebDAV, and more has made ListenBook my audiobook hub. Changing the tone of the sound on ListenBook Pro is a fun way to customize my listening experience.
Crash Test
This app's support for various formats has made my audiobook collection even more diverse and exciting. Bookmarks are a lifesaver for audiobook lovers. They help me keep track of important moments.
Succubus In Training
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CyberScribe
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Bad Beh8vior
The ability to download audio from network devices directly within ListenBook is incredibly convenient. I love the compatibility with iOS 16. The app runs smoothly and flawlessly. The statistics tracking feature is very useful. ListenBook helps me keep track of my listening time. 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!
NexusNomad
The narrators' voices on this app are so soothing – it's my relaxation therapy. This app has brought the magic of books back into my life. ListenBook has transformed how I enjoy audiobooks. The app is a game-changer!
Bambi Wings
This app's convenience has turned my daily chores into moments of intellectual discovery – a win-win! Flawless support for various audio formats. Very happy with it. 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!
Curio
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Murmur
Listening to books in their original language has improved my foreign language skills. I'm amazed at how this app has expanded my reading horizons. ListenBook has become my constant companion, filling my days with captivating narratives. ListenBook is the ultimate audiobook player. The app is packed with features like customizable skip intervals, playback speed, and sleep timers. The interface is clean and easy to navigate, making it a joy to use. Five stars!
Frenzy
Navigating chapters is a breeze with ListenBook. It's a user-friendly and seamless experience. ListenBook has seamlessly integrated into my daily routine, becoming an indispensable companion for various activities. Its user-friendly interface, features, and performance make it a must-have for audiobook enthusiasts.
McDreamy
🎉 Unveiling the joy of reading once again – this app is my gateway to literary wonders! 📚🔓 🚶♂️🌟 Embracing audiobooks as my companions during leisurely walks – nature and narratives, a perfect match! 🚶♂️🎧 Savoring captivating stories has become a breeze with this app's sleek design and convenient features. It's like having a personal reading assistant! 📱📖 The app is worth every penny. It’s packed with features and works flawlessly.
Joker's Grin
The drag-and-drop download feature on ListenBook is incredibly convenient – no more complicated processes. Changing the tone of the sound on ListenBook Pro is a fun and unique feature I can't get enough of. 📱 Accessing my favorite stories has never been this straightforward – this app's functionality is a bookworm's dream come true. 📚💫
CuriousCoder
ListenBook's commitment to enhancing the audiobook experience is evident in its thoughtful features and design. 🎧 Making housework more enjoyable – audiobooks turn mundane chores into moments of discovery. 🧹📚
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