Book description
"A delicious and mouthwatering book about food and family, the complicated love for both, and how that shapes us into who we are . . . I absolutely loved it!" --Valerie Bertinelli Rabia Chaudry--known from the podcast Serial and her bestselling book, Adnan's Story, as well as her own wildly popular podcast, Undisclosed--serves up a candid and intimate memoir about food, body image, and growing up in a tight knit but sometimes overly concerned Pakistani immigrant family. "My entire life I have been less fat and more fat, but never not fat." Rabia Chaudry was raised with a lot of love--and that love looked like food. Delicious Pakistani dishes--fresh roti, chaat, pakoras, and shorba--and also Pizza Hut, Dairy Queen, and an abundance of American processed foods, as her family discovered its adopted country through its (fast) food. At the same time, her family was becoming increasingly alarmed about their chubby daughter's future. Most important, how would she ever get married? In Fatty Fatty Boom Boom, Chaudry chronicles the dozens of times she tried and failed to achieve what she was told was her ideal weight. The truth is, though, she always loved food too much to hold a grudge against it. At once an ode to Pakistani cuisine, including Chaudry's favorite recipes; a love letter to her Muslim family both here and in Lahore; and a courageously honest portrait of a woman grappling with a body that gets the job done but refuses to meet the expectations of others. For anyone who has ever been weighed down by their weight-- whatever it is--Chaudry shows us how freeing it is to finally make peace with body we have.
Gold Bentley
Finally, an app that turns my daily commute into an adventure through literature. This app has given me the joy of reading even when my hands are full. ListenBook has made my audiobook journey effortless, turning every moment into an escape. This app's seamless integration with CarPlay and other devices has revolutionized my audiobook experience.
Chuckles
Bookmarking on ListenBook makes it easy to pick up where I left off β no more searching for my spot! ππ Falling asleep to audiobooks has never been easier β this app's soothing voices π΄π§ The app is so reliable. Iβve never had any issues with it.
Bom Crossed
Iβve been using ListenBook for months, and itβs been a fantastic experience. The app is lightweight, doesnβt drain my battery, and works perfectly in the background. The equalizer and voice boost features are amazing. Highly recommend! Listened to this on a road trip and it made the hours fly by. Even my passengers who weren't following along commented on how nice the narrator's voice was.
Sleepwalker
ListenBook's compatibility with CarPlay is a major convenience during road trips. Chapters make navigation a breeze. I can easily pick up where I left off.
Dredd
Audiobooks have become my constant companions during my daily activities. π This app is a game-changer β its intuitive design and seamless functionality make listening to audiobooks a joy. ππ§ Looping playback helps me immerse myself in the content. It's my secret study weapon. Supports extensive playlists and bookmarks. Very user-friendly.
Baby Brown
I used to struggle to find time for books β now, I listen while doing chores! With ListenBook, I can keep track of my audiobook consumption and explore new content with ease. With this app, I've turned mundane tasks into moments of inspiration and education β it's brilliant!
Killah Goose
I never thought I'd find an app that supports such a wide range of audiobook formats. ListenBook is a true gem! Bookmarks are a lifesaver for study materials. I never lose my place again.
Tweety
I'm enjoying books I never thought I'd be interested in β all thanks to this app. This app has turned even my mundane tasks into exciting learning opportunities. This app has made my daily routines more meaningful and enjoyable.
Despair
Finally, an app that lets me enjoy audiobooks without worrying about file formats! The app is perfect for people with busy schedules. I can listen on the go. Decent audiobook but I think I would have enjoyed reading it more. Some of the more subtle humor didn't quite land in the audio format.
Hairpin
ListenBook's library organization keeps my audiobooks neat and accessible. A true organizational lifesaver! ListenBook Pro's noise reduction feature is a game-changer. It enhances the audio quality and ensures that I can immerse myself fully in the content.
High Woo
I'm so grateful for this app β it's like having a personal storyteller wherever I go. ListenBookβs playback is silky-smooth. The app is packed with useful features. I love how ListenBook makes it easy to organize my audiobook library. The app supports all formats, and the import process is a breeze. The playback controls are responsive, and the sound quality is excellent. Highly recommend!
Freesia
An audiobook lover's dream come true. So many options, I'm in heaven! With ListenBook, I've found a reliable and enjoyable way to listen to audiobooks and expand my knowledge. I'm hooked on this app's ability to make every moment a reading moment. The statistics feature is a fantastic addition β knowing how much time I spend on audiobooks is eye-opening, and ListenBook makes tracking it a breeze.
Don Stab
ListenBook's focus on quality and user experience has made it my go-to app for audiobooks and educational content. Listening to audiobooks on this app has become my favorite way to relax. Noise reduction and voice tone adjustment are simply amazing.
Captain Peroxide
Audiobook enthusiasts, rejoice! This app's thoughtful features, such as auto-rewind and chapter navigation, cater perfectly to our storytelling cravings. ππ ListenBook's sleek layout and quick chapter access have made my audiobook journey incredibly enjoyable. Bookmarks are a fantastic tool for keeping track of important moments. They're a game-changer.
Fast FLAK
Changing the tone of the sound on ListenBook Pro is a unique feature that adds a personal touch to my listening. π Rekindling my literary flame β this app has brought back the joy of reading in a whole new format. ππ
Psycho Thinker
This app is a time-saver β I can 'read' even when I'm on the move. π± My secret to staying well-read β this app ensures that I'm never without a book, no matter where I am! ππ± The basic audio filters are a game-changer. Adjusting playback speed is a breeze. ListenBook has become my ultimate audiobook companion. It enhances every listening session.
Milan Call Back
ListenBook has made my daily walks so much more enjoyable. I'm always learning now! The app's performance is exceptional, ensuring a smooth and uninterrupted audiobook experience. It's clear that it's designed with audiobook enthusiasts in mind.
Saint La-Z-Boy
I love how ListenBook extracts artwork and metadata from audio files, adding a visual touch to my listening experience. ListenBook's clean interface and organized layout make it a pleasure to browse through my audiobooks. This served its purpose as background listening while I worked. I probably missed some details but the narrator's voice was pleasant enough.
Crazy Rox
This app is my secret to staying ahead on my reading list, even during my busiest days. The app is perfect for multitaskers. I can listen while working out.
Shady Prairie
The sleek design and easy navigation are visually pleasing and user-friendly. I love that I can download content directly from the internet within the ListenBook app β so handy! With this app, I've turned my daily commutes into exciting journeys through the world of literature. Sharing audiobooks through AirDrop is a great way to spread the joy of storytelling with friends.
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