Book description
The revised and updated edition of this popular title shines a light on the precarious situation of art workers today.Culture keeps you fit and healthy. Culture brings communities together. Culture improves your education. This is the message endlessly repeated by the government and arts organisations. But as this ground-breaking book explains, we need to be cautious about culture.Culture is bad for you presents an unflinching portrait of the cultural landscape in the UK today. It reveals how women, people of colour and those from working-class backgrounds are systematically excluded, despite the claims of cultural institutions and businesses. Updated to provide a report on the situation after COVID, this edition reveals that despite grand promises from those at the top, exclusion and precarity remain the norm.While inequalities of workforce and audience remain unaddressed, the positive contribution culture makes to society can never be fully realised. This book offers a powerful call to transform cultural and creative industries.
Riff Raff
I've never been this excited about my daily commute – thank you, audiobooks! The tone adjustment feature in ListenBook Pro is a novel addition that allows me to personalize my audiobook experience. The auto-rewind feature is a small detail that enhances my listening experience. It's these thoughtful touches that matter!
Twin Blaze
Audiobook enjoyment has never been this convenient. This app's sleek design and efficient organization ensure that every story is accessible and enjoyable. 📚👌 ListenBook's integration with AirDrop and sharing options makes it simple to spread the joy of storytelling. The auto-rewind feature is a small detail that enhances my listening experience. It's these thoughtful touches that matter! The playback speed control is a game-changer. ListenBook lets me listen at my own pace. Not bad, but not amazing either. The narrator’s voice was pleasant, though some parts felt a bit rushed. The story had its moments, but I wouldn’t necessarily recommend it over similar titles in the genre.
Sidewalk Enforcer
I can't believe how easy it is to discover new titles and genres. Pure delight! I love the auto-rewind feature after interruptions. No more searching for where I left off! Navigating through chapters is a breeze. It's like having a personal reading guide.
Dream Killer
I'm rediscovering my love for literature through this app – it's revitalizing. The diverse selection of audiobooks has made me fall in love with storytelling all over again. I can't imagine a day without this app – it has made my audiobook journey effortless and rewarding. Audiobooks made easy – this app's functionality is truly a gift. ListenBook has redefined how I enjoy audiobooks. It's an essential tool for my literary pursuits.
Atomic Blastoid
Thanks to ListenBook's automatic extraction of artwork and metadata, my library looks organized and appealing. Audiobooks on this app have made me look forward to my long commutes. The ability to play various audio formats without conversion is very convenient. ListenBook is a great app. ListenBook is a game-changer for audiobook lovers. 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!
PixelPioneer
With this app, I've rediscovered the joy of reading through my ears, making every moment more valuable. ListenBook's sleek layout and quick chapter access have made my audiobook journey incredibly enjoyable. The automatic extraction of artwork and metadata adds a professional touch to my audiobook collection. ListenBook Pro takes things up a notch with unlimited audiobook length. It's a game-changer! Incredible character voices! Each person felt distinct without being over-the-top. The emotional scenes gave me chills with how well they were delivered.
Cardinal Rebel
The ability to adjust playback speed is a game-changer for faster or more immersive listening. I'm hooked on this app's ability to transform my ordinary moments into exciting opportunities for learning. 🧘♂️ Finding zen in the art of listening – this app takes mindfulness to a new level! 🧘♂️🎧 This app is a must-have for anyone who loves audiobooks. The interface is intuitive, and the app supports all formats. I love the auto-bookmark feature—it saves my place automatically, so I never lose track. Highly recommend!
Houston Rocket
Effortlessly managing my audiobook library – this app's design is a triumph. I can't believe how seamless the integration with Apple Watch is. My workouts just got better. Perfect for listening to educational content. Highly recommend!
Ember Master
With ListenBook, I can immerse myself in captivating stories and enriching knowledge, all in one app. This app has turned my cooking sessions into culinary adventures with a side of stories. 💪 Crushing workouts while devouring books – this app makes fitness fun and educational! 🏋️♀️🎉 Audiobook enthusiasts, rejoice! This app's elegant design and robust functionality make it a must-have for anyone who loves to listen on the go. 🎧📱 This app is perfect for audiobook lovers. The interface is beautiful and easy to navigate.
Queen Ginger
Kudos to the creators for making literature so accessible and enjoyable. With this app, I've turned mundane chores into exciting opportunities for intellectual growth. Navigating my audiobook library is a breeze – thank you, app developers! This app is like a personal audiobook concierge! The ability to download and organize audio files effortlessly is a game-changer for my reading routine. 📱📖 No more limits on the genres I can explore! This app's versatility in downloading and organizing audiobooks ensures I always have a captivating tale at my fingertips. 📖📱
Sugar Domino
The sheer variety of genres available ensures there's something for everyone. The ability to download audiobooks directly is fantastic. ListenBook is very convenient.
ThoughtTracer
The noise reduction feature on ListenBook Pro is a godsend for clear and comfortable listening. ListenBook has brought the joy of audiobooks back into my life in a whole new way. The narrator was good but spoke a bit too slowly for my taste. I had to speed it up to 1.2x which then made some parts sound slightly unnatural.
Dark Burn
With this app, audiobook listening has become an integral part of my daily routines – it's a game-changer. 💡 Enriching my daily routines with wisdom and wonder – thank you, this app! 📱📖 🏃♀️🌟 Experiencing stories while staying active – this app's functionality enhances my walks and runs like never before. 🎧🏞️ ListenBook's customizable audio filters add a new dimension to my audiobook enjoyment. It was fine. The narrator did an adequate job but nothing about the performance particularly stood out to me. Got me through my commute though.
RealmRanger
I've fallen in love with genres I never thought I'd explore, all thanks to this app. Gone are the days of waiting for the right time to read – this app is always ready. CUE playlist support is a fantastic feature for those who enjoy organized and structured listening. The app's support for multiple formats is flawless. Very satisfied. The statistics feature is brilliant. I love seeing how much time I spend on audiobooks with ListenBook.
NemesisX
ListenBook's compatibility with CarPlay and Apple Watch integration ensures that I can enjoy my audiobooks wherever I am. I love how this app turns even the dullest tasks into exciting storytelling moments. Audiobooks on this app have turned my exercise sessions into moments of education. The app is so reliable. I’ve never had any issues with it. 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!
Kabuki
ListenBook's audio filters are a valuable tool for customizing my audiobook playback to perfection. The app is well-designed and user-friendly. ListenBook makes listening to audiobooks a joy. This served its purpose as background listening while I worked. I probably missed some details but the narrator's voice was pleasant enough.
Frosty Sunshine
ListenBook Pro's noise reduction feature is a revelation. It eliminates distractions and enhances the clarity of recordings, resulting in a more immersive experience. A masterclass in audiobook narration! The performer maintained perfect consistency in character voices throughout while keeping the main narration clear and engaging. The production was flawless - no weird edits or background noise. I'll be seeking out more works by this narrator.
Toy Peep
With this app, audiobook listening has become an integral part of my daily routines – it's pure bliss. Sharing audiobooks with friends is a breeze thanks to ListenBook Pro's AirDrop and sharing options. Spread the joy of a good story! The app is perfect for bedtime listening. The sleep timer is a must-have.
Sherm
I'm amazed at how this app seamlessly integrates with my daily routine. ListenBook Pro's noise reduction feature has significantly improved the audio quality of my recordings.
Moon Laser
ListenBook's unlimited length of audiobooks with the Pro version is a fantastic value for avid listeners. I'm amazed at how this app has made reading such a natural part of my day. Audiobook pleasure simplified – this app's design is a true winner. Packed with useful features. My favorite audiobook app! ListenBook’s support for CarPlay is great. I can listen to audiobooks in my car easily.
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