Book description
NEW YORK TIMES BOOK REVIEW EDITORS' CHOICE - Three generations of Taiwanese American women are haunted by the myths of their homeland in this spellbinding, visceral debut about one family's queer desires, violent impulses, and buried secrets. "Gorgeous and gorgeously grotesque . . . Every line of this sensuous, magical-realist marvel is utterly alive."--O: The Oprah Magazine FINALIST FOR THE LAMBDA LITERARY AWARD - LONGLISTED FOR THE VCU CABELL FIRST NOVELIST AWARD - LONGLISTED FOR THE CENTER FOR FICTION FIRST NOVEL PRIZE - NAMED ONE OF THE BEST BOOKS OF THE YEAR BY O: The Oprah Magazine - NPR - The New York Public Library - Kirkus Reviews One evening, Mother tells Daughter a story about a tiger spirit who lived in a woman's body. She was called Hu Gu Po, and she hungered to eat children, especially their toes. Soon afterward, Daughter awakes with a tiger tail. And more mysterious events follow: Holes in the backyard spit up letters penned by her grandmother; a visiting aunt arrives with snakes in her belly; a brother tests the possibility of flight. All the while, Daughter is falling for Ben, a neighborhood girl with strange powers of her own. As the two young lovers translate the grandmother's letters, Daughter begins to understand that each woman in her family embodies a myth--and that she will have to bring her family's secrets to light in order to change their destiny. With a poetic voice of crackling electricity, K-Ming Chang is an explosive young writer who combines the wit and fabulism of Helen Oyeyemi with the subversive storytelling of Maxine Hong Kingston. Tracing one family's history from Taiwan to America, from Arkansas to California, Bestiary is a novel of migration, queer lineages, and girlhood. Praise for Bestiary "[A] vivid, fabulist debut . . . the prose is full of imagery. Chang's wild story of a family's tenuous grasp on belonging in the U.S. stands out with a deep commitment to exploring discomfort with the body and its transformations."--Publishers Weekly
Jetta Talent
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Bom Crossed
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Trip
This app has completely transformed my commute โ I look forward to it now! From novels to speeches, this app's versatility in playing various audio formats has turned my daily activities into enriching listening sessions. What a game-changer! ๐๐
Miss Rum Punch
Absolutely in love with this audiobook app! The seamless functionality and easy navigation make my reading time pure bliss. ๐๐ง Adjusting the narrator's voice tone is a creative feature that adds a personal touch to the experience. The app is perfect for people who love to listen to books while commuting.
Freaky Ratbuster
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DreamWeaver
ListenBook's absence of synchronization requirements adds to its convenience and flexibility. The attention to detail is commendable. Artwork and metadata are sorted automatically.
Father Abbot
I'm rediscovering my favorite classics in a whole new way โ through audiobooks! This app has transformed my daily walks into exciting literary adventures. With this app, I've discovered a new way to make my downtime more enriching and meaningful. ListenBookโs playback is smooth and reliable. I never have issues with audio quality.
Ember Master
ListenBook's features are a dream come true for anyone who loves to learn on the go. With this app, I've turned my everyday moments into meaningful opportunities for growth and learning. ๐ง An audiobook treasure trove in the palm of my hand โ this app is pure convenience! ๐๐ Middle-of-the-road experience. The audiobook was fineโgood narration, decent storyโbut it didnโt leave a lasting impression. If youโre looking for something low-commitment, this works.
CirrusFlash
The app's recommendations are surprisingly accurate โ it's like they know my taste perfectly! This app has introduced me to genres I never thought I'd enjoy โ it's eye-opening. Seamless audiobook integration โ this app's design is a true delight. Sharing audiobooks with friends through AirDrop is a fun way to spread the joy. The appโs design is sleek and modern. ListenBook is my favorite audiobook player.
Domino
I've discovered authors I'd never heard of before, and now they're among my favorites. I'm impressed by ListenBook's dedication to providing a comfortable listening experience. AirDrop and sharing make it easy to spread the audiobook love with friends.
Feral Mayhem
ListenBook has revolutionized my audiobook experience. Now I can enjoy my favorite lectures and speeches with ease! With this app, my audiobook library is organized and accessible, making my reading journey effortless. Effortless and enriching โ that's how I'd describe my experience with this app. Its smooth interface and thoughtful features have set the bar high for audiobook enjoyment. ๐ฑ๐ Looping playback has made memorization so much easier. I'm acing my exams! 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!
WonderWords
The ability to highlight passages and take notes while listening is a fantastic feature. I can't believe I waited this long to discover the joy of audiobooks through this app. The statistics tracking feature is eye-opening. I never realized how much time I spend on audiobooks until now! The app's versatility in downloading audio is impressive. It streamlines the process and saves time. An average audiobook experience. Nothing was wrong with itโthe narration was fine, and the story was okayโbut nothing particularly stood out. It served its purpose as entertainment during my commute.
RiddleRanger
I love how ListenBook caters to various formats, making it versatile and accommodating for all my audiobooks. The app is so easy to set up. I was listening to my books in no time.
PixelPioneer
I've become a more empathetic listener and reader, thanks to the power of audiobooks. I'm hooked on this app's seamless performance โ it's like having a personal audiobook curator. Effortless audiobook exploration โ this app's functionality is a true delight. ListenBook is my constant companion during workouts. The controls are so easy to use. Quick access to chapters and controls makes ListenBook a breeze to use. It's an intuitive experience.
Manimal
ListenBook's commitment to providing a smooth and enjoyable listening experience is evident in every detail. Audiobooks have become a source of inspiration and motivation, thanks to this app. ๐ Adding excitement to everyday tasks โ this app is my partner in productivity! ๐๐
Viceswerve
I'm hooked on this app's intuitive features โ from chapters to playback controls. I love how this app allows me to enjoy books even when I'm on the move. ๐๐ This app has rekindled my love for books โ I can't stop listening! ๐๐ง What a fantastic listening experience! The narrator brought the characters to life with distinct voices and emotional depth. The pacing was perfect - not too fast to lose details, not too slow to become boring. I particularly appreciated how well the narrator conveyed the atmosphere of key scenes.
Lucifurious
I'm hooked on this app's sleek design and seamless performance โ it's a must-have for any reader. This app's intuitive features and easy navigation make it the perfect companion for any audiobook lover. CUE playlist support is a fantastic addition. It helps me organize my audiobooks effortlessly.
QuestQuill
Thanks for making my daily commute to work enjoyable and engaging! This app's sleek design and effortless controls have made audiobook listening an immersive experience. Good but not great. The narration was competent but lacked the extra spark that makes some audiobooks truly special. Still worth a listen though.
Starshine
Being able to download audiobooks for offline listening is a game-changer. This app has brought back the joy of reading, no matter how busy I am.
Gro
๐ฑ Audiobooks at my fingertips โ this app's ease of use is a booklover's dream come true! ๐๐ฅ Looping playback helps me retain knowledge from audiobooks effectively. It's an invaluable tool. ListenBook Pro's unlimited audiobook length is a game-changer. Iโve been using ListenBook for months, and itโs been a fantastic experience. The app is lightweight, doesnโt drain my battery, and works perfectly in the background. The equalizer and voice boost features are amazing. Highly recommend! A reasonable choice for casual listening. The audiobook was well-produced, but the pacing felt uneven in places. I didnโt dislike it, but I also didnโt feel strongly about it one way or another.
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