Book description
THE SUNDAY TIMES BESTSELLERThe unmissable new work from Ali Smith, following the dazzling Man Booker-shortlisted Seasonal quartetOne day in post-Brexit, mid-pandemic Britain, artist Sandy Gray receives an unexpected phone call from university acquaintance Martina Pelf. Martina is calling Sandy to ask for help with a mysterious question she's been left with after she's spent half a day locked in a room by border control officials for no reason she can fathom:'Curlew or curfew? You choose.'And what's any of this got to do with the story of a young and talented blacksmith hounded from her trade and her home more than five hundred years ago?Ali Smith's novel takes wing, soaring between our atomised present and our medieval past in the hope we can open our locked down homes and selves to all the other times, other species, other histories, other possibilities.'[An] entertaining and expert portrayal of the world we live in, seen by the most beguiling and likeable of novelistic intelligences' Telegraph'[Companion piece] makes you look at the world afresh. For me, it turned a cold and depressing day into a bright one' New StatesmanLONGLISTED FOR THE GORDON BURN PRIZE 2022LONGLISTED FOR THE HIGHLAND BOOK PRIZE 2022
Nibbler
Efficiency and ease combined – this app is a must-have for book lovers. Effortless audiobook exploration – this app's design is a reader's dream. Sharing audiobooks with friends through AirDrop is a fantastic way to introduce them to captivating stories. The statistics tracking feature is very useful. ListenBook helps me keep track of my listening time.
Cougar Fuzz
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Black Hole Necromancer
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CloudFrenzy
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Snowflake Pixie
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IdeaAlchemy
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Risen
🎶 Swapping background music for the soothing voices of narrators – audiobooks have become my soundtrack for daily life. 🎵📚 Great for listening to lectures and educational content. Very useful!
Trip
This app has made me realize that I don't need a lot of time to read. 💼 Juggling tasks while exploring narratives – this app is my multitasking hero! 💻📖 ListenBook's integration with CarPlay and Apple Watch is a seamless addition to my daily routine. The compatibility with Apple Watch is a huge plus. I can control my audiobooks from my wrist! Automated extraction of artwork and metadata adds a professional touch to my library.
Judge
Revolutionizing the way I enjoy stories – this app's seamless playback and intuitive controls make it a must-have for every book enthusiast. 📱🎧 Binaural audio processing really works. Less fatigue during long listening sessions.
IceDog
Kudos to ListenBook for optimizing the app for iOS 16 – it shows their dedication to excellence. This audiobook was an absolute pleasure to listen to! The narrator's voice was rich and expressive, perfectly capturing the tone of the material. I found myself completely immersed in the story, often sitting in my car longer than necessary just to hear what happened next. The production quality was excellent with clear audio throughout.
Crazy Rox
ListenBook's user-friendly design and compatibility with different formats have made it my go-to app. I'm blown away by the silky-smooth playback, even for high-quality formats like FLAC. Top-notch performance!
CuriousCrafter
This app has transformed my daily routines into immersive storytelling experiences. Makes listening to audiobooks so easy and enjoyable. Thank you, ListenBook! Auto-rewind is incredibly helpful. Excellent functionality.
Thunder Tank
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! 🌟📚 The compatibility with Apple Watch is a huge plus. I can control my audiobooks from my wrist! The ability to download audio from various sources without syncing is fantastic. ListenBook makes it so easy.
Rink Ruler
I can't believe how easy it is to discover new titles and genres. Pure delight! With this app, my audiobook library is organized and accessible, making my reading journey effortless. Download via WiFi, WebDAV, iTunes – options galore to suit everyone's preferences. I can’t believe how easy it is to manage my audiobook library with ListenBook. Highly recommended!
Cabbie
The sleep timer is a brilliant addition – I drift off to sleep with amazing stories. Controls are intuitive and user-friendly, making my audiobook experience seamless. Adjusting the tone of the voice is an innovative feature that allows for a personalized listening experience.
Sly Bible
I can't believe how much time I've gained by listening while cooking and doing chores. I'm hooked on this app's intuitive features – from chapters to playback controls. 📱 An app that respects my time and delivers on functionality – audiobook listening has never been this effortless. 📖🔗 ListenBook's compatibility with CarPlay and Apple Watch has made audiobook listening a part of my daily routine. Adjustable playback speed and volume control make for a customized experience.
Sky Trinity
ListenBook is a must-have for audiobook enthusiasts. It's reliable, versatile, and a pleasure to use. Has every feature I need. My top choice for audiobooks!
Virgo Moon
This app is a time-saver – I can 'read' even when I'm on the move. Who knew that commuting could become such an enjoyable reading session? I can't get enough of this app – it's a true game-changer for book lovers. ListenBook's versatility with various audio formats means I can enjoy audiobooks from multiple sources effortlessly.
Uluru Walker
This app has made me appreciate the art of storytelling even more. 🚶♀️🌌 This app's functionality makes every walk an adventure – I'm immersed in stories as I explore the world around me. 🏞️📖 ListenBook's auto-rewind feature is a thoughtful addition that ensures I never miss a single word. A middle-of-the-road audiobook that neither impressed nor disappointed. The narrator's voice was agreeable enough for extended listening, though their character differentiation could have been stronger. The production met basic industry standards without any standout qualities.
Freeze Queen
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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