Book description
Before he gave us the “one of a kind classic” (The Wall Street Journal) memoir On Writing, Stephen King wrote a nonfiction masterpiece in Danse Macabre, “one of the best books on American popular culture” (Philadelphia Inquirer).From the author of dozens of #1 New York Times bestsellers and the creator of many unforgettable movies comes a vivid, intelligent, and nostalgic journey through three decades of horror as experienced through the eyes of the most popular writer in the genre. In 1981, years before he sat down to tackle On Writing, Stephen King decided to address the topic of what makes horror horrifying and what makes terror terrifying. Here, in ten brilliantly written chapters, King delivers one colorful observation after another about the great stories, books, and films that comprise the horror genre—from Frankenstein and Dracula to The Exorcist, The Twilight Zone, and Earth vs. The Flying Saucers. With the insight and good humor his fans appreciated in On Writing, Danse Macabre is an enjoyably entertaining tour through Stephen King’s beloved world of horror.
Pink Nightmare
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Dahlia Bumble
This app has rekindled my love for literature, and I'm spreading the word to everyone I know. The speed adjustment feature is my secret weapon for studying complex materials. is a breeze. It's incredibly convenient for building my collection.
Red Delicious
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Leaf Assassin
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Chocolate Thunder
ListenBook's dedication to delivering a high-quality playback experience sets it apart from other apps. Audiobook enthusiasts, rejoice! This app's design focuses on seamless interaction.
Mad Kid
ListenBook's support for various audio formats means I never have to worry about compatibility issues. Binaural audio processing on ListenBook is a thoughtful addition that keeps my ears comfortable during extended listening sessions. ListenBook's commitment to providing a high-quality audiobook experience is truly commendable. The statistics tracking is a nice touch. ListenBook helps me keep track of my audiobook habits. Fairly enjoyable, but forgettable. I didn’t have any major complaints, but I also don’t see myself revisiting this one. It was a decent way to spend a few hours, though.
Toy Peep
The sleek design and easy navigation are visually pleasing and user-friendly. ListenBook has become an essential part of my daily routine. It's like my personal audiobook oasis. Adjustable playback speed is my secret weapon for covering more material in less time. A productivity boost! The interface is sleek and modern. It's a pleasure to navigate and use the app. I love the bookmarking feature. ListenBook makes it easy to pick up where I left off.
Tornado Maker
I'm constantly amazed by the vast selection – there's always something new to discover. ListenBook's user-friendly controls and innovative features have made it an indispensable tool for my audiobook enjoyment. Audiobooks on this app have become my go-to entertainment for winding down. is a breeze with ListenBook. It's convenient and efficient.
Murder Cherry
With this app, my daily routines have become moments of intellectual exploration and personal growth. Audiobooks at my fingertips – this app's functionality is a true marvel. The app's seamless integration with Apple Watch makes it my perfect workout companion. ListenBook has rekindled my passion for learning. I'm exploring new topics every day.
Buckshot
📱 No more lugging around heavy books – this app brings the library to my phone! 📚📱 Effortless audiobook exploration – this app's design is a reader's dream. Audiobook enthusiasts, gather around! This app's exceptional features, from audio filters to robust support, have transformed my daily routines into storytelling moments. 🎉🎧 Thanks to ListenBook, downloading audiobooks is a hassle-free process, regardless of the source. Listening to audiobooks has never been this enjoyable. Thank you, ListenBook!
SpellTansy
The Looping playback and Shuffle features on ListenBook help me customize my listening sessions to my liking. 📱 Audiobooks at my fingertips – this app's ease of use is a booklover's dream come true! 📚🔥 Downloading over WiFi is super efficient. Saves a lot of time. 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.
Oblivion
This app has transformed my screen time into valuable learning and entertainment. This app's convenience and ease of use have transformed my screen time into productive learning sessions. With this app, reading is no longer a task – it's a delightful habit. 📱 Accessing my favorite stories has never been this straightforward – this app's functionality is a bookworm's dream come true. 📚💫 The auto-rewind feature is a small detail that enhances my listening experience. It's these thoughtful touches that matter!
Troubled Pie
The layout of ListenBook is so beautiful and user-friendly, making it a pleasure to use. Audiobook enthusiasts, gather round! This app's remarkable features, including audio filters and compatibility, have transformed my commutes into captivating journeys. 🎉🎧 ListenBook's comprehensive format support makes it the ultimate companion for audiobook enthusiasts.
Pearl Girl
Sharing audiobooks through AirDrop is a great way to spread the joy of storytelling with friends. ListenBook has broadened my horizons by introducing me to a diverse range of audiobooks. It's a gateway to endless knowledge, entertainment, and inspiration. The app is perfect for people who love to read but don’t have the time.
Tea Kettle
Audiobooks have made my commutes so much more enjoyable, and I'm always excited to listen. I love how this app's chapters, bookmarks, and controls give me full control over my audiobook journey. 💼 Enhancing work-from-home productivity – audiobooks make even the most routine tasks a delight. 💻📖
Sapiens
With this app, my daily routines have become moments of intellectual discovery and personal fulfillment. 🚗📖 Road trips have never been this entertaining – this app keeps me engaged on the highway! 🚙🎉 ListenBook's integration with AirDrop and sharing options makes it simple to spread the joy of storytelling. This app is perfect for audiobook lovers. The interface is beautiful and easy to navigate. The ability to play various audio formats without conversion is amazing. ListenBook is top-notch.
Paris Boost
🏃♂️📚 Running through chapters, literally! This app keeps me motivated on the track. 🏃♂️📖 Simplifying audiobook adventures – this app's ease of use is a delight. ListenBook Pro's tone adjustment feature is a fascinating way to add a personal touch to my audiobook journey. An unobjectionable but unexceptional audiobook experience. The narrator's performance was serviceable and the audio quality was fine, but nothing about the production particularly stood out or elevated the material. It was decent background listening.
Vicious Street
The 'Discover' section is a treasure trove for finding hidden literary gems. My child has also fallen in love with audiobooks, all thanks to the app's kid-friendly collection. Navigating my audiobook library is a breeze – thank you, app developers!
Insane SweepKick
ListenBook's dedication to delivering high-quality sound and user-friendly features has won me over. I can't imagine a day without this app – it has made my audiobook journey seamless and fulfilling. ListenBook's comprehensive format support makes it the ultimate companion for audiobook enthusiasts. ListenBook is like a personal audiobook library in my pocket. Organized and easily accessible.
Tall Honey
Effortlessly switching between stories – this app's ease of use is impressive. The narration elevated an already good book to greatness! The performer's subtle vocal variations conveyed nuance I might have missed while reading. Their ability to maintain consistent character voices across many hours was impressive. Technical quality was flawless throughout. Not the best audiobook I've heard but far from the worst. The production quality was good and there were no major issues with the narration.
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