Book description
A #1 New York Times Bestseller and New York Times Book Review Editors' Choice! Legendary storyteller Stephen King goes into the deepest well of his imagination in this spellbinding novel about a seventeen-year-old boy who inherits the keys to a parallel world where good and evil are at war, and the stakes could not be higher--for that world or ours. Charlie Reade looks like a regular high school kid, great at baseball and football, a decent student. But he carries a heavy load. His mom was killed in a hit-and-run accident when he was seven, and grief drove his dad to drink. Charlie learned how to take care of himself--and his dad. When Charlie is seventeen, he meets a dog named Radar and her aging master, Howard Bowditch, a recluse in a big house at the top of a big hill, with a locked shed in the backyard. Sometimes strange sounds emerge from it. Charlie starts doing jobs for Mr. Bowditch and loses his heart to Radar. Then, when Bowditch dies, he leaves Charlie a cassette tape telling a story no one would believe. What Bowditch knows, and has kept secret all his long life, is that inside the shed is a portal to another world. King's storytelling in Fairy Tale soars. This is a magnificent and terrifying tale in which good is pitted against overwhelming evil, and a heroic boy--and his dog--must lead the battle. Early in the Pandemic, King asked himself: "What could you write that would make you happy?" "As if my imagination had been waiting for the question to be asked, I saw a vast deserted city--deserted but alive. I saw the empty streets, the haunted buildings, a gargoyle head lying overturned in the street. I saw smashed statues (of what I didn't know, but I eventually found out). I saw a huge, sprawling palace with glass towers so high their tips pierced the clouds. Those images released the story I wanted to tell."
Sky Bully
The voice actors are incredible β they make the characters come alive. I've discovered authors I'd never heard of before, and now they're among my favorites. I'm finally making progress on my reading goals, thanks to this app's convenience. This audiobook exceeded all my expectations! The narrator's ability to convey emotion through voice alone was remarkable. I laughed, I gasped, I might have even teared up at points - all because of the incredible vocal performance. The story came alive in a way reading alone couldn't achieve.
ThoughtTracer
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Flint
Audiobooks at my fingertips β this app's functionality is truly impressive. Adjusting the narrator's voice tone is a creative feature that adds a personal touch to the experience.
Star Scratch
Effortlessly enjoying audiobook journeys β this app's ease of use is a winner. ListenBook's dedication to providing an excellent audiobook experience is evident in its smooth and silky playback. I'm impressed with the wide range of supported formats. Finally, an app that plays all my audiobooks flawlessly.
LoreLoomer
This app has made waiting in lines and queues an opportunity for exploration and enjoyment. AirDrop sharing makes it easy to share audiobooks. Great feature!
Uluru Walker
Changing the tone of the sound on ListenBook Pro adds a personal touch to my experience. This app's intuitive features and easy navigation make it a must-have for audiobook enthusiasts. With this app, I can seamlessly switch between audiobooks and real life.
Kabuki
I'm in awe of this app's ability to make reading so accessible and convenient. Sharing audiobooks with friends through AirDrop is a fun way to spread the joy.
Classy Dancer
ListenBook's unlimited length of audiobooks with the Pro version is a fantastic value for avid listeners. This audiobook app is an absolute lifesaver! It brings my favorite stories to life with unparalleled convenience. Sharing audiobooks with friends through AirDrop is a delightful feature. Sharing is caring!
Call Back Queen
ListenBook's support for CarPlay and Apple Watch makes it an essential companion for my daily commutes and workouts. It's convenience at its finest! The statistics feature in ListenBook provides valuable insights into my audiobook habits, helping me learn and grow. The intuitive chapter navigation and quick access to controls make my audiobook experience seamless. ListenBookβs playback speed control is very useful. I can listen at my own pace.
Elder Pogue
Being able to adjust playback speed suits everyone's preferences β a thoughtful feature. ListenBook has brought the joy of audiobooks back into my life in a whole new way. π§ Audiobooks anywhere, anytime β this app's convenience is unbeatable! ππ Great app for audiobook enthusiasts. ListenBook supports a wide range of formats.
Slug-em-dog
ListenBook's compatibility with various formats ensures I never miss out on any audio gem. Automatic metadata extraction keeps my library organized. It's a time-saver! Playback speed and volume controls are top-notch. Highly recommend.
CloudFrenzy
Audiobooks have become my go-to entertainment, and this app is the reason. The app's attention to detail is commendable. It's evident in every feature.
Potato Sub
Unwinding with a good audiobook has become my favorite self-care ritual. ListenBook is my go-to companion for immersive audiobook experiences. The ease of use and extensive format support make it a must-have! ListenBook's support for playlists in the CUE format makes organizing and enjoying audiobook series a delightful experience. ListenBook's intuitive interface and quick controls make it a pleasure to navigate through audiobooks. Adjusting the tone of the voice is genius. It's like having a customizable audiobook narrator.
Maple Destroyer
I can't imagine a day without this app β it has made my audiobook journey seamless and fulfilling. Navigating audiobooks effortlessly β this app's functionality is commendable. ListenBook Pro takes my experience to the next level. Unlimited audiobook length, noise reduction, and voice tone adjustment? Count me in! My house has never been cleaner! I kept finding chores to do just to keep listening. The narrator's energy matched the tone of the book perfectly.
PixelPioneer
The narrators have a way of bringing characters to life β it's a unique experience. This app is my audiobook haven. With a user-friendly interface and features like audio filters, I'm engrossed in stories like never before. ππ
Frosty Sunshine
ListenBook's support for chapters and bookmarks ensures that I never lose my place in a story. Looping playback of a single track helps me focus and absorb complex content. 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.
Heaven Sent
ListenBook's library organization and book groups have made managing my audiobooks a breeze. With this app, I've discovered a new way to make my workouts and downtime more engaging and insightful. Navigating through chapters is a breeze. It's like having a personal reading guide.
White Snare
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Firedog
This app has made me appreciate the art of storytelling even more. This app's convenience has transformed my reading habits β it's a game-changer. The range of audio formats supported is incredible. No need to worry about file conversion. ListenBook Pro's noise reduction feature has made my recordings sound clearer than ever.
BuzzMouse
Kudos to the creators for making literature so accessible and enjoyable. This app is my audiobook haven. With a user-friendly interface and features like audio filters, I'm engrossed in stories like never before. ππ Looping playback helps me immerse myself in the content. It's my secret study weapon.
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