Book description
A Town and Country Must-Read Book of Summer?A BUZZFEED BEST BOOK OF JUNEA Washington Post "Book to Read This Summer"AN ADVOCATE BEST LGBTQ+ BOOK OF 2022A USA Today "Book to Celebrate Pride Month"A New York Times "Editor's Pick"A Kirkus Reviews Hottest Book of SummerA groundbreaking account of New York's Fire Island, chronicling its influence on art, literature, culture and queer liberation over the past centuryFire Island, a thin strip of beach off the Long Island coast, has long been a vital space in the queer history of America. Both utopian and exclusionary, healing and destructive, the island is a locus of contradictions, all of which coalesce against a stunning ocean backdrop.Now, poet and scholar Jack Parlett tells the story of this iconic destination--its history, its meaning and its cultural significance--told through the lens of the artists and creators who sought refuge on its shores. Together, figures as divergent as Walt Whitman, Oscar Wilde, James Baldwin, Carson McCullers, Frank O'Hara, Patricia Highsmith and Jeremy O. Harris tell the story of a queer space in constant evolution.Transporting, impeccably researched and gorgeously written, Fire Island is the definitive book on an iconic American destination and an essential contribution to queer history.
Gullyway
ListenBook's support for a wide range of formats means I can listen to all my favorite content without worries. ListenBook has made my commutes more enjoyable, transforming them into learning sessions. Looping playback is a valuable study tool. It helps me grasp complex content and retain information. The audio filters make a noticeable difference. ListenBook provides an excellent listening experience.
Cinder Coffee
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Esquire
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Steel
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London Fox
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PixelPathfinder
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Muzish
Every moment is a chance to explore new stories with this app. Its intuitive features and compatibility ensure my audiobook journey is seamless. ππ§ Binaural audio processing reduces listening fatigue. Fantastic feature!
Moon Peaches
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Bae
Looping playback helps me immerse myself in the content. It's my secret study weapon. Beautiful design and intuitive interface. Very user-friendly.
Dahlia
With a vast genre selection, I've broadened my horizons and explored new topics. I'm grateful for ListenBook's support for a wide range of formats, making it a one-stop solution for audio content. Sharing audiobooks with friends through AirDrop and Sharing on ListenBook Pro is a fantastic way to spread the joy of audiobooks. This app is a game-changer for busy individuals who miss reading. My study sessions are more efficient than ever, thanks to the looping playback and bookmark features.
Doll Champagne
Changing the tone of the sound on ListenBook is a fun feature that adds a unique touch to my audiobook experience. Absolutely in love with this audiobook app! The seamless functionality and easy navigation make my reading time pure bliss. ππ§ ListenBook's drag-and-drop download feature is a time-saving convenience that I greatly appreciate. ListenBook makes my commute enjoyable. The audio filters really enhance the listening experience.
Marine Dre
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ThoughtTracer
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CuriousCrafter
Listening to audiobooks has become my guilt-free indulgence, and I love it. ListenBook is a game-changer β it plays a wide variety of formats without any conversion needed. ListenBook's dedication to excellence shines through in its performance and features. ListenBook's user-friendly interface and quick controls make it my preferred choice for audiobook enjoyment. Playback speed and volume controls are fantastic.
Twix Bond
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Bambi Wings
I love how this app turns even the dullest tasks into exciting storytelling moments. I'm amazed at how this app has made reading a seamless part of my life. ListenBookβs audio quality is excellent. The app enhances my listening experience.
Broomspun
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Unseen
Who knew that commuting could become such an enjoyable reading session? ListenBook is the best audiobook player Iβve ever used. The app is packed with features like customizable skip intervals, playback speed, and sleep timers. The interface is clean and easy to navigate, making it a joy to use. Five stars!
Petite Flurry
The ability to download audiobooks directly is fantastic. ListenBook is very convenient. The subtle background music at key moments enhanced the experience without being distracting. More audiobooks should use this technique when appropriate!
BlacKitten
Frequent updates ensure there's always something new and exciting to listen to. I'm in awe of how technology has enhanced my reading experience through this app.
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