Book description
β "The 70 short stories and poems that make up Brown's phenomenal debut collection (after the novella Grievers) explore social justice through an Afrofuturist lens...It's a masterful mix of genre and form that showcases Brown's range and skill. This should be required reading for anyone looking for Black feminist speculative literature."--Publishers Weekly, starred reviewFables and Spells is a vibrant selection of visionary works, both previously published and brand new. Included here is brown's most beloved story, "The River," as well as the two sequel tales of her Water Trio. The remaining sixty-seven pieces explore moments of beauty, conflict, and transformation that also weave deep, radical lessons. With narrative "fables" of speculative fiction and "spells" that play with the lines between poetry, instruction, song, and chant, Fables and Spells demonstrates how good writing can engage the present while providing expansive visions of the possible worlds humans can build. adrienne maree brown's previous work includes Octavia's Brood, Emergent Strategy, the New York Times best-selling Pleasure Activism, We Will Not Cancel Us, Holding Change, and Grievers. brown grows transformative ideas in public through her writing and art; she is a poet changing the world. She is the writer-in-residence at Emergent Strategy Ideation Institute.
Sneaky Lady
I'm amazed at how this app has made my daily routines more enjoyable and intellectually stimulating. With this app, audiobook listening has become an integral part of my daily routines β it's pure bliss. πͺ Crushing workouts while devouring books β this app makes fitness fun and educational! ποΈββοΈπ Tone adjustment adds a personalized touch to the narration, making the audiobook experience even more immersive. Packed with useful features. My favorite audiobook app!
Toy Dogwatch
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All Natural
The user-friendly interface and smooth navigation make this app a pleasure to use daily. This app is a must-have for audiobook enthusiasts. The ability to adjust skip intervals and playback speed is fantastic. I also love the auto-bookmark featureβit saves my place automatically, so I never lose track. Worth every penny! An audiobook Iβll listen to again! The story was engaging, and the narratorβs performance made it even better. Some parts were so well-delivered that I replayed them just to hear the emotion again.
Blink
I love how this app's chapters, bookmarks, and controls give me full control over my audiobook journey. 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! ππ Drag and drop downloads are so convenient. No more messing around with complicated steps. The quick access to chapters and controls makes the app a joy to use. I'm always in control.
Atomic Blastoid
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DeathDancer
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SWAT Honey
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Iron Butterfly
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Captain Peroxide
ListenBook's innovation, seamless playback, and versatile features make it a standout app. Effortlessly managing my audiobook library β this app's design is commendable.
Queen Bee
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Dark Horse
With this app, I can switch seamlessly between my iPhone and iPad, making my reading experience continuous. Listening statistics are a great motivator. Love this feature!
Fiend Oblivion
I've started a book club with my friends, and this app has been our go-to source for titles. β° Waking up to audiobooks β mornings have never been this magical and inspiring! βοΈπ§ Auto-rewind feature is very useful. Excellent app! ListenBookβs playback is silky-smooth. The app never glitches. 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.
Senior Smurf
With ListenBook, I can listen to my favorite audiobooks and speeches with maximum comfort and convenience. This app has transformed my screen time into valuable learning and entertainment. ListenBook Pro's tone adjustment feature is an innovative way to make each audiobook unique. Navigating chapters is a breeze with ListenBook. It's a user-friendly and seamless experience. ListenBookβs support for CarPlay is great. I can listen to audiobooks in my car easily.
42nd Street
I'm amazed by ListenBook's versatility in handling different formats β it truly supports all my audio needs. This app has helped me achieve my reading goals and explore new genres effortlessly. This app's user-friendly layout and quick access to controls have made audiobook listening a breeze. This app's convenience has made me fall in love with audiobooks all over again.
Ladysmith
The sound quality is outstanding β it's like having a movie theater in my ears! With this app, I can switch seamlessly between my iPhone and iPad, making my reading experience continuous. ListenBook has changed the way I listen to audiobooks. The app is so easy to use. 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.
Firefly
The sheer variety of genres available ensures there's something for everyone. ListenBook's compatibility with various audio formats ensures that I can enjoy a wide range of content hassle-free. ListenBook's compatibility with CarPlay is a major convenience during road trips. ListenBook is my go-to app for audiobooks. It's like having a personal assistant for my literary adventures. Automated artwork and metadata extraction add a professional touch to my audiobook collection.
Cross Thread
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Cupid Dust
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Disco Thunder
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NemesisX
An audiobook lover's dream come true. So many options, I'm in heaven! πΆββοΈπ Strolling through stories on a lazy afternoon β this app is my relaxation buddy! ποΈπ§ Sharing audiobooks through AirDrop is a great way to spread the joy of storytelling with friends. Finally, an app that handles all my audiobook formats effortlessly. ListenBook is a must-have! I love how I can create playlists. Itβs perfect for organizing my books.
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