Book description
From a wry, insightful, and very funny new voice, here is one woman's peripatetic search for home, from Kashmir to England to Saudi Arabia to Michigan to Rome and, finally, to Los Angeles. Priyanka Mattoo was born in the Himalayas, in a house with a clay-floored kitchen and no heat, as were most of her ancestors. In 1989, however, mounting violence in the region forced Mattoo's community to flee. The home into which her family poured their dreams was reduced to a pile of rubble. Mattoo never moved back to her beloved Kashmir--because it no longer existed. She and her family just kept packing and unpacking and moving on. In forty years, Mattoo accumulated thirty-two different addresses, and she chronicles her nomadic existence with wit, wisdom, and an inimitable eye for light within the darkest moments. She takes us from her grandparents' sprawling home in Srinagar, where her boisterous aunties raced through the halls; to Saudi Arabia, where friendships were gained and lost behind the sandstone walls of a foreigners' compound. We witness her courtship with a nice Jewish boy, now her husband, and her efforts to replicate her mother's Rogan Josh recipe via Zoom. And we are with her as she settles into her unlikely new homeland, Los Angeles, where she sets off on what is perhaps her most meaningful journey, that of becoming a writer. Through these astonishingly poignant and often laugh-out-loud stories, Mattoo has given us an open-hearted, frank, revealing glimpse into a journey of almost constant motion, as well as a journey of self-discovery.
CoB@lt
The interface is sleek and user-friendly. Makes navigating through chapters a breeze. Automatic metadata retrieval is a neat touch. My library is well-organized. Sharing audiobooks through AirDrop is a delightful way to spread the joy of storytelling. A fun feature! I love the ability to change the playback pitch. It’s a unique feature.
Red Pepper
The convenience of having an entire library at my fingertips is a dream come true. Listening to audiobooks while cooking has made meal prep much more enjoyable. Automated metadata extraction is a time-saver. My library is so organized now. I can't get enough of the binaural audio processing. It's like a breath of fresh air for my ears. Looping playback is a study tool that I can't live without. It helps me master challenging content.
NemesisX
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Steel
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Shadow Gal
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Plenty Orange
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Parallax Sugar
Listening to audiobooks on this app has become my favorite way to relax. ListenBook’s playback is silky-smooth. The app never glitches. The chapter navigation is a lifesaver. It makes finding my place so easy.
NexusNavigator
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Mustard Centaur
ListenBook's compatibility with various formats ensures I never miss out on any audio gem. Enhancing my daily routines – this app's design makes listening a joy. ListenBook Pro's noise reduction feature has significantly improved the audio quality of my recordings. Downloading over WiFi saves so much time. Very efficient.
RawSkills
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PP Dubs
CUE playlist support is a fantastic feature that allows me to create curated listening experiences for different moods and settings. My daily workouts are more enjoyable now, thanks to seamless integration with Apple Watch.
Pop Bee
ListenBook's dedication to providing a top-quality audio player is evident in every aspect of the app. 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! This audiobook spoiled me for others! The narrator's professional delivery set a high bar - perfect diction, ideal pacing, and emotional authenticity. The recording quality was equally impressive with no distracting artifacts. I finished it far too quickly because I couldn't stop listening.
Clang Glyph
I love that I can enjoy audiobooks while cooking elaborate meals in the kitchen. ListenBook's support for CarPlay and Apple Watch integration has made my daily activities more seamless and convenient. The app is so easy to set up. I was listening to my books in no time.
Super Flick
ListenBook’s interface is clean and intuitive. It’s a joy to use. Good but not great. The narration was competent but lacked the extra spark that makes some audiobooks truly special. Still worth a listen though.
New Cycle
Sharing audiobooks with friends through AirDrop and Sharing on ListenBook Pro is a brilliant way to connect. Finally, an app that respects my busy lifestyle. Whether I'm commuting or exercising, this app's smooth playback and smart controls keep me engaged. 🏃♀️🎧 ListenBook’s interface is clean and intuitive. It’s a joy to use.
Vermilion
Language courses on audiobooks helped me pick up a new language effortlessly. Listening to audiobooks on this app has become my favorite way to relax. Adjusting the tone of the voice is genius. It's like having a customizable audiobook narrator. Perfect for listening to educational content. Highly recommend! The app is perfect for people who love to multitask. I can listen while cooking.
Fast FLAK
The diverse selection of audiobooks has made me fall in love with storytelling all over again. ListenBook Pro's sharing features allow me to spread the joy of audiobooks with my friends and family. ListenBook Pro's noise reduction feature enhances my audiobook experience, ensuring I catch every detail. Adjustable playback speed and volume control make for a customized experience.
MindfulMingle
I love that I can switch between fiction and non-fiction effortlessly. ListenBook's looping playback, shuffle feature, and configurable controls make learning a breeze. I'm impressed by how this app seamlessly syncs across my devices. With this app, I've rediscovered the joy of reading through my ears, making every moment more valuable.
Fist Wizard
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EchoEmissary
I've become the go-to storyteller at bedtime with the help of this magical app. is a breeze. It's incredibly convenient for building my collection. I love the ability to import books from my computer. It’s so easy.
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