Book description
A New York Times Notable Book of 2022 Vulture's #1 Memoir of 2022 A Washington Post, Los Angeles Times, USA TODAY, Time, BuzzFeed, Publishers Weekly, Booklist, and New York Public Library Best Book of the Year From Chloé Cooper Jones--Pulitzer Prize finalist, philosophy professor, Whiting Creative Nonfiction Grant recipient--an "exquisite" (Oprah Daily) and groundbreaking memoir about disability, motherhood, and the search for a new way of seeing and being seen. "I am in a bar in Brooklyn, listening to two men, my friends, discuss whether my life is worth living." So begins Chloé Cooper Jones's bold, revealing account of moving through the world in a body that looks different than most. Jones learned early on to factor "pain calculations" into every plan, every situation. Born with a rare congenital condition called sacral agenesis which affects both her stature and gait, her pain is physical. But there is also the pain of being judged and pitied for her appearance, of being dismissed as "less than." The way she has been seen--or not seen--has informed her lens on the world her entire life. She resisted this reality by excelling academically and retreating to "the neutral room in her mind" until it passed. But after unexpectedly becoming a mother (in violation of unspoken social taboos about the disabled body), something in her shifts, and Jones sets off on a journey across the globe, reclaiming the spaces she'd been denied, and denied herself. From the bars and domestic spaces of her life in Brooklyn to sculpture gardens in Rome; from film festivals in Utah to a Beyoncé concert in Milan; from a tennis tournament in California to the Killing Fields of Phnom Penh, Jones weaves memory, observation, experience, and aesthetic philosophy to probe the myths underlying our standards of beauty and desirability and interrogates her own complicity in upholding those myths. "Bold, honest, and superbly well-written" (Andre Aciman, author of Call Me By Your Name) Easy Beauty is the rare memoir that has the power to make you see the world, and your place in it, with new eyes.
Howitzer Rise
Automated extraction of artwork and metadata adds a professional touch to my library. Listening stats keep me motivated to read more. Great addition! Auto-rewind is a very handy feature. Excellent app. AirDrop sharing makes it easy to share audiobooks. Great feature!
Friday Fox
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Old Felix
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Divine Bramble
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Zorkle Sporkle
Adjusting the tone of the voice is a creative feature. It allows for a unique and personalized experience. Bookmarks are a fantastic organizational tool. They help me keep track of important moments in my audiobooks.
Bad Beh8vior
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Unleashed
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ThoughtTraveler
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Jetta Talent
Thanks to ListenBook's automatic extraction of artwork and metadata, my library looks organized and appealing. I'm hooked on this app's ability to make reading fit into every nook and cranny of my day.
Woo Woo
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Z-Boy
ListenBook is packed with useful features. It’s the best audiobook app I’ve used. ListenBook’s playback speed control is very useful. I can listen at my own pace.
Twinkle Cocoa
With this app, reading is no longer confined to a specific time or place. ListenBook's compatibility with CarPlay is a huge plus during long drives. Sharing audiobooks with friends through AirDrop is a fantastic way to introduce them to captivating stories. The narrator's voice was so pleasant and easy to listen to. They had perfect pacing and made even the slower parts engaging. I found myself looking forward to my commute just to listen more!
Lightweight
ListenBook has become an indispensable part of my daily routine – it's my ultimate audio companion. 📱 A world of books at my fingertips – this app's user-friendly design makes it a true reading companion. 📚📱 I’m so impressed with ListenBook. The app is reliable, fast, and packed with features like customizable themes and playback speed. The sleep timer is a lifesaver for bedtime listening. Highly recommend this app!
Blood Taker
ListenBook's audio filters allow me to customize the audio playback to suit my preferences perfectly. Sharing audiobooks with friends through AirDrop is a fun way to inspire others to read.
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ListenBook's support for a variety of download methods means I can access my content in the way that suits me best. Audiobooks on this app have made studying and learning a more enjoyable process. This app's compatibility with different formats has made my audiobook collection diverse and enjoyable. The app is perfect for people who love to listen to books while exercising.
Juice Petite
The narrator's voices are so soothing – a perfect way to unwind after a stressful day. ListenBook's seamless integration with CarPlay enhances my daily commute, making it a productive and enjoyable experience. Playback speed and volume controls are top-notch. Highly recommend. 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!
Ba1t
This app has brought the magic of books back into my life. 🎧 This app is my saving grace! Now I can enjoy my beloved books while cooking up a storm! 📚🍳 The basic audio filters are a game-changer. Adjusting playback speed is a breeze. The ability to download audiobooks directly is fantastic. ListenBook is very convenient. ListenBook has completely changed how I enjoy audiobooks. The app is packed with features like customizable skip intervals, playback speed, and sleep timers. The interface is clean and easy to navigate. Five stars!
SprkR
I can't imagine a day without this app – it has made my audiobook journey seamless and fulfilling. I'm hooked on this app's ability to make reading fit into every nook and cranny of my day. Audiobook immersion without complications – this app's ease of use is commendable. Audiobooks made convenient – this app's functionality is impressive. 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.
GuTzd
ListenBook has redefined my audiobook experience. It's an essential tool that enhances every listening session. ListenBook’s playback is silky-smooth. The app is packed with useful features.
Shay
💼 Elevating my work-from-home routine with this app's delightful audiobook selection! 💻📖 Noise reduction feature is magic. Now I can listen to recordings even in noisy settings. Solid performance, but not outstanding. The narrator did a fine job, though their tone was a bit monotonous at times. The story itself was engaging enough, but I wouldn’t call it unforgettable.
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