Book description
A 'BOOKS OF 2021' PICK IN THE GUARDIAN, DAILY MAIL, DAILY TELEGRAPH, IRISH TIMES CULTURE AND NEW STATESMAN'We read in order to come to life.'With fierce imagination, a woman revisits the moments that shape her life; from crushes on teachers to navigating relationships in a fast-paced world; from overhearing her grandmothers' peculiar stories to nurturing her own personal freedom and a boundless love of literature.Fusing fantasy with lived experience, Checkout 19 is a vivid and mesmerising journey through the small traumas and triumphs that define us - as readers, as writers, as human beings.Checkout 19 beautifully explores the makings of a young woman writer. Stephanie Cross, Daily Mail, Books to Look Out For 2021Mesmerising, whip-smart, full of genius and utterly singular, Checkout 19 is one of the most beautiful and political books I've read. Put simply, it's all about books. Bennett is a master at sweeping the caverns of life's minutiae with her uncanny observations and stunning prose, arriving at the most pressing things that haunt the human condition. It is also very funny (and very sad) and very very relatable. Just exquisite. Elaine FeeneyCheckout 19 is a beautiful, hurt, unsettled, funny, and moving book about meaning and reading and recalling, but most of all about coming to life. David HaydenReading Checkout 19 is not unlike coming back to life after a long and brutal winter. Highly original and deeply felt. I'm so glad Claire-Louise Bennett exists. A writer to fall in love with. Nicole FlatteryA deeply personal, completely singular book that somehow also spoke directly to my own private impressions and experiences. Extremely funny, extremely sharp, devastating, invigorating. Lisa OwensBrilliant, singular, feminist, ambitious - Claire-Louise Bennett is an extraordinary writer. Sinéad GleesonI fell into Checkout 19 and didn't want to climb back out. It is wonderful - I'm not sure why, and that makes it all the more wonderful. Roddy DoyleBennett is a leading exponent of a new modernism, but her voice is all her own. Her prose is profoundly surprising; she gets to places you didn't know were there. Anne EnrightReading Checkout 19 filled me with joy, it is so good! The writing is exceptional; rich, playful and at the same time full of presence and urgency. It is a book about literature, how reading both expands our world and takes us away from it, and it is also a book about life {when it is] at its most vulnerable, and these two merge into the question: how can we take back our own story? What is our own story? Bennett writes like no one else, she is in complete control of the language, skilfull and innovative in an almost joycean way. She is a rare talent, and Checkout 19 is a masterful novel. Karl Ove KnausgaardI'll remember this book for its disarmingly figurative language and its subtle observational humour...Bennett...traces one person's idiosyncratic, recursive artistic becoming - not just the reading, writing, and cigarette smoking but the relationships and experiences that unlock new ways of seeing. Vulture, Books We Can't Wait to Read in 2022
Prof. Screw
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MeeP
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Firefly Caramel
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Sexy
This app has introduced me to authors I'd never heard of – now they're my favorites! With ListenBook, I can now listen to my favorite audiobooks and speeches with the utmost comfort and convenience. I love that ListenBook Pro allows me to customize the tone of the sound – it adds a personal touch. Audiobooks made easy – this app's functionality is truly a gift. ListenBook is the ultimate audiobook player. The app supports all formats, and the import process is seamless. I love the playback history feature—it’s so easy to revisit my favorite parts. Highly recommend this app!
Princess Dove
Seamless integration of audiobooks – this app's ease of use is impressive. Navigating through chapters is a breeze. It's like having a personal reading guide.
Orange Teflon
ListenBook is my go-to app for audiobooks. It's like having a personal assistant for my literary adventures. Love how I can adjust playback speed and audio volume. ListenBook caters to all my needs.
Dove Dolce
I appreciate the option to listen to samples before committing to a book. This app has made my daily routines more meaningful and enjoyable. CUE playlist support is a thoughtful feature that keeps my audiobook listening organized and enjoyable. Adjusting the tone of the narrator's voice is a unique feature that adds a personal touch.
Sneaky Lady
ListenBook's extensive library and user-friendly interface have made it my go-to app. 💡 This app's convenience is a blessing – I can squeeze in reading time between managing household tasks! 📱👩🍳 Audiobooks anytime, anywhere – this app's functionality is a reader's delight. Looping playback has revolutionized my language learning journey. I'm making rapid progress. Sharing audiobooks with friends through AirDrop is a creative way to share the love of literature.
CuriousCrafter
I can't imagine a day without this app – it has made my audiobook journey seamless and fulfilling. The ability to download audiobooks directly is fantastic. ListenBook is very convenient.
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💼 Elevating my work-from-home routine with this app's delightful audiobook selection! 💻📖 ListenBook Pro takes things up a notch with unlimited audiobook length. It's a game-changer! The statistics tracking feature is very useful. ListenBook helps me keep track of my listening time. Decent audiobook but I think I would have enjoyed reading it more. Some of the more subtle humor didn't quite land in the audio format.
Jetta Talent
Kudos to the creators for making literature so accessible and enjoyable. Audiobooks on this app have made studying and learning a more enjoyable process. I'm hooked on this app's ability to transform my ordinary moments into exciting opportunities for learning. The interface is sleek and intuitive, making my audiobook experience a joy.
California Goddess
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Spontan8ty
I'm impressed with the wide range of supported formats. Finally, an app that plays all my audiobooks flawlessly. The app is so easy to use. I was up and running in minutes.
Congo Wire
ListenBook's thoughtful inclusion of chapters, controls, and filters has enhanced my audiobook experience. I can't imagine my audio routine without ListenBook's seamless and user-friendly design. Beautiful design and intuitive interface. Very user-friendly.
Duchess
This app's sleek design and intuitive features make it my trusted partner in exploring new narratives. ⭐️ This app's functionality is a symphony of efficiency – I'm savoring stories with ease, even on the busiest days. 🎶📖
Lord Pistachio
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IceDog
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Raid Bucker
The family subscription option is a money-saver – everyone gets to enjoy their favorite books. ListenBook's library organization features have transformed my chaotic audiobook collection into an organized masterpiece. I can't believe how much I've 'read' since I started using this app. 🏃♂️📚 Combining exercise and exploration – this app keeps me motivated on my daily jogs! 🏃♂️📖 ListenBook Pro's tone adjustment feature is a unique tool that adds a touch of creativity to my listening experience.
Jester
With ListenBook Pro, I can customize the tone of the sound to match my preferences – it's a fantastic touch. 🎉📚 Rekindling my passion for books – this app has sparked a reading revolution in my daily life! 🔥📖 As an audiobook enthusiast, this app is a dream come true. Its compatibility with various formats and easy navigation make it my ultimate reading companion. 🌟🎧 A decent listen overall. The narration was clear, though some character voices sounded similar. The story was interesting but had moments where it dragged slightly. Still, it was a good way to pass the time.
Noisy Girl
This app has transformed my long flights into productive and enjoyable experiences. ListenBook's commitment to providing a high-quality audiobook experience is truly commendable. Absolutely loved the narration! The voice actor brought the characters to life with distinct tones and emotions. The production quality was top-notch, with no background noise or distractions. A truly immersive experience!
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