Book description
From the beloved author of The Old Place comes a tender, funny, and fresh novel spanning the 1990s and present day, about a young writer and the community he builds in New York City, and his lonely life 30 years later when an unexpected injury lands him at the local queer senior center. Artie Anderson wouldn't call himself lonely, not exactly. He has a beautiful apartment in the West Village, a steady career as a ghostwriter, and he has Halle and Vanessa, who--as the daughter and ex-wife of his former partner--are the closest thing he can call family. But when the women announce a move across the country, on Artie's 60th birthday no less, Artie realizes that his seemingly full life isn't quite as full as he imagined. To make matters worse, a surprising injury strips Artie of the independent lifestyle he's used to and pushes him into the hands of GALS, the local LGBTQ senior center down the street. Since the death of his ex-boyfriend, Abe decades ago, Artie's intentionally avoided big crowds and close friends. So, he's woefully unprepared for the other patrons of GALS, a group of larger-than-life seniors who insist on celebrating each and every day. They refuse to dwell in the past, but Artie, who has never quite recovered from Abe's death and the loss of his dearest friends, can't shake the memories of his youth, and of the chances he did, and didn't, take. Stretching across the 1990s and the present day, Four Squares is an intimate and profound look at what it means to create community and the lasting impressions even the most fleeting of relationships can leave. With Bobby Finger's signature warmth, humor, and wit, it is touching reminder that it's never too late for a second chance at truly living.
Eye Devil
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Chicago Blackout
ListenBook’s bookmarking feature is incredibly useful. I never lose my place in a book. I love the ability to change the background color. It’s a nice touch.
Silver Rose
With this app, I've found a way to make my daily errands more enjoyable and intellectually stimulating. This app's compatibility with different formats has made my audiobook collection diverse and enjoyable. My audiobook collection has never been more organized. Library management is a breeze. AirDrop sharing makes it easy to share audiobooks. Great feature!
Poppin Loot
With this app, I've turned my everyday moments into meaningful opportunities for growth and learning. Middle-of-the-road experience. The audiobook was fine—good narration, decent story—but it didn’t leave a lasting impression. If you’re looking for something low-commitment, this works.
Voodoo Cyclone
ListenBook's dedication to providing a top-quality audio player is evident in every aspect of the app. Audiobooks on this app have made my daily walks a time of reflection and inspiration. Easy chapter access and smooth playback. Love this app! ListenBook Pro's unlimited audiobook length is a game-changer. The app is so reliable. I’ve never had any issues with it.
NexusNinja
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Roma Kabuki
CUE playlist support is a fantastic organizational feature. It keeps my audiobooks neatly arranged. Adjustable playback speed is my secret weapon for covering more material in less time. A productivity boost! The app's performance is nothing short of impressive – smooth, responsive, and designed with audiobook lovers in mind. ListenBook Pro's noise reduction feature is a game-changer for improving audio quality and clarity. ListenBook has become an essential part of my daily routine. It's like having a library on my phone!
Prez Dog
The 'Explore' feature has introduced me to authors I might never have discovered otherwise. I love how this app makes even the most mundane tasks exciting with audio stories. Navigating through chapters is a breeze. It's like the app knows what I need. ListenBook is like a personal audiobook library in my pocket. Organized and easily accessible.
Shadow Bishop
Navigating my audiobook library is a breeze – thank you, app developers! 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! 🌟📚 A textbook example of great audiobook narration! The performer's diction was flawless, their pacing ideal, and their emotional range impressive. I never felt like I was being "read to" but rather like I was experiencing the story firsthand. The audio engineering was equally professional.
Master Jetson
With this app, I'm rediscovering the joy of reading in the most convenient way. I love how I can adjust the skip intervals. It’s perfect for my listening style.
Darkside Hooker
ListenBook has made my daily activities more interesting and meaningful – I'm hooked! This app has made my daily walks a time for both exercise and learning. Effortless audiobook management – this app's usability is a winner. Navigating through chapters is a breeze with ListenBook. It's easy to jump to specific sections. I love the ability to change the playback pitch. It’s a unique feature.
PixelPioneer
The app supports a wide range of formats. ListenBook is very versatile. This audiobook transformed my household chores into enjoyable moments! The narrator's lively yet measured delivery kept me engaged throughout. I particularly appreciated how they handled exposition - making potentially dry information interesting through thoughtful inflection and pacing.
Lope Lope
I'm thrilled that ListenBook offers both basic and advanced features to cater to all types of users. Audiobooks made simple – this app's functionality is a breath of fresh air. Automated extraction of artwork and metadata adds a professional touch to my library.
Pink Stream
Audiobooks have transformed my daily walks into a time of inspiration and learning. ListenBook Pro's noise reduction feature turns any environment into a cozy listening haven.
Chip Queen
Finally, an app that lets me enjoy audiobooks without worrying about file formats! ListenBook has completely elevated my audiobook experience. It's an integral part of my daily routine. ListenBook has seamlessly integrated into my daily routine, enhancing my workouts, commutes, and moments of relaxation. It's a true companion.
Squatch
I'm hooked on this app's ability to make reading fit into any moment. Supports all my playlists and bookmarks seamlessly. Very convenient.
East Army
I'm so grateful for this app – it's like having a personal storyteller wherever I go. Configurable auto-rewind is genius. No more confusion when I pause and resume.
Bad Badminton
ListenBook's support for various download methods and audio formats ensures that I can always find what I'm looking for. Audiobook excellence – this app's design enhances my reading experience. The library organization feature is a blessing. My audiobooks are finally organized and easy to find.
InsightInkwell
ListenBook's thoughtful inclusion of chapters, controls, and filters has enhanced my audiobook experience. 🔥 Adding a spark of excitement to my daily routine – this app is my secret weapon! ✨📖 Effortless audiobook exploration – this app's functionality is a true delight.
Congo Wire
The bookmark feature is a lifesaver – no more losing my place in the story! This app has turned long waits into exciting opportunities to dive into a new story. ListenBook is my daily companion, turning mundane tasks into exciting audio adventures.
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