Book description
A Zibby's Most Anticipated Book of 2023A "Next Big Idea Club" Must-Read Book for JanuaryAn Essence "Books by Black Authors to Read This Winter" PickβAn Ebony Entertainment "Required Reading" Book for JanuaryA Lambda Literary "Most Anticipated LGBTQIA+ Literature" for JanuaryA Southern Review of Books Best Book of JanuaryA piercing collection of essays on racial tension in America and the ongoing fight for visibility, change, and lasting hope"There are stories that must be told."Acclaimed novelist and scholar Daniel Black has spent a career writing into the unspoken, fleshing out, through storytelling, pain that can't be described.Now, in his debut essay collection, Black gives voice to the experiences of those who often find themselves on the margins. Tackling topics ranging from police brutality to the AIDS crisis to the role of HBCUs to queer representation in the black church, Black on Black celebrates the resilience, fortitude, and survival of black people in a land where their body is always on display.As Daniel Black reminds us, while hope may be slow in coming, it always arrives, and when it does, it delivers beyond the imagination. Propulsive, intimate, and achingly relevant, Black on Black is cultural criticism at its openhearted best.
QuestQuill
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Omega Sub
The app's features, like the sleep timer, make it clear that it's designed with readers in mind. ListenBook's configurable auto-rewind after interruptions is a smart addition that keeps me on track. ListenBook's compatibility with various formats ensures I never miss out on any audio gem. Downloading books directly in the app is so easy. Highly recommend! 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.
FLAK Angel
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Insane SweepKick
ListenBook's player features, including chapters and bookmarks, are invaluable for a seamless experience. Perfect for my daily walks. The story was engaging enough to keep me motivated to exercise but not so complex that I got lost in thought. Great production quality too.
Charms
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Zorkle Sporkle
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Forger
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Titanium Ladybug
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Classy Dancer
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Sir Shark
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HOV
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Freaky Ratbuster
ListenBook's controls for looping and shuffling playback have made studying and revisiting content a breeze. The app's versatility in downloading audio is impressive. It streamlines the process and saves time. Adjusting the tone of the voice is an innovative feature that allows for a personalized listening experience.
Cool Iris
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Mother Night
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CuriousCrafter
The family subscription option is a money-saver β everyone gets to enjoy their favorite books. This app has reignited my love for literature and made it a part of my everyday life. ListenBook's compatibility with CarPlay and Apple Watch integration is a brilliant touch. With ListenBook Pro, I'm no longer limited by audiobook length. It's a liberating experience!
Risen
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TrinitySoul
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Sandbox
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Lord Theus
The app's recommendations are surprisingly accurate β it's like they know my taste perfectly! This app's customizable features, like playback speed and bookmarks, have transformed my experience. ListenBook is the ultimate audiobook player. The app supports all formats, and the import process is seamless. I love the playback history featureβitβs so easy to revisit my favorite parts. Highly recommend this app! 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.
QuestQuill
Savoring audiobooks without complications β this app's design is commendable. The auto-rewind feature is a small detail that makes a big difference. It enhances my listening experience. ListenBook has become my trusted companion for literary adventures. The app's features are exceptional.
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