Book description
Celebrate the lasting impact of Return of the Jedi with this exciting reimagining of the timeless Star Wars film featuring new perspectives from forty contributors. On May 25, 1983, Star Wars cemented its legacy as the greatest movie franchise of all time with the release of Return of the Jedi. In honor of the fortieth anniversary, forty storytellers re-create an iconic scene from Return of the Jedi through the eyes of a supporting character, from heroes and villains, to droids and creatures. From a Certain Point of View features contributions by bestselling authors and trendsetting artists: - Olivie Blake provides a chilling glimpse into the mind of Emperor Palpatine.- Saladin Ahmed recounts the tragic history of the rancor trainer.- Charlie Jane Anders explores the life and times of the Sarlacc.- Fran Wilde reveals Mon Mothma's secret mission to save the Rebel Alliance.- Mary Kenney chronicles Wicket the Ewok's quest for one quiet day on the forest moon of Endor.- Anakin Skywalker becomes one with the Force in a gripping tale by Mike Chen. Plus more hilarious, heartbreaking, and astonishing tales from: Tom Angleberger, Kristin Baver, Akemi Dawn Bowman, Emma Mieko Candon, Olivia Chadha, Gloria Chao, Adam Christopher, Paul Crilley, Amal El-Mohtar, M. K. England, Jason Fry, Adam Lance Garcia, Lamar Giles, Max Gladstone, Thea Guanzon, Ali Hazelwood, Patricia A. Jackson, Alex Jennings, Jarrett Krosoczka, Sarah Kuhn, Danny Lore, Sarah Glenn Marsh, Kwame Mbalia, Marieke Nijkamp, Danielle Paige, Laura Pohl, K. Arsenault Rivera, Dana Schwartz, Tara Sim, Phil Szostak, Suzanne Walker, Hannah Whitten, Sean Williams, Alyssa Wong To celebrate the launch of this book, Penguin Random House and Disney/Lucasfilm will each make donations to First Book--a leading nonprofit that provides new books, learning materials, and other essentials to educators and organizations serving children in need. In recognition of both companies' longstanding relationships with First Book, Penguin Random House will donate at least $100,000 worth of books to First Book and Disney/Lucasfilm will donate 100,000 children's books to support First Book and their mission of providing equal access to quality education.
Liquid Death
The bookmark feature is a lifesaver – no more losing my place in the story! This app's sleek design and effortless controls have made audiobook listening an immersive experience. Audiobooks at my fingertips – this app's ease of use is a game-changer. Effortlessly switching between stories – this app's ease of use is impressive.
Sneaky Lady
The app is so versatile. It works with all my audiobook formats. Fairly enjoyable, but forgettable. I didn’t have any major complaints, but I also don’t see myself revisiting this one. It was a decent way to spend a few hours, though.
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Rummy Stickers
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Chasm Face
The convenience of switching between devices without losing my place is a lifesaver. The range of supported formats is impressive. No more converting files!
Sweet Manhattan
This app's convenience has made reading a consistent part of my life. Sharing audiobooks through AirDrop is a thoughtful and enjoyable way to share my favorite stories with friends and introduce them to new worlds of literature.
Wild Kitten
This app has rekindled my love for literature, and I'm spreading the word to everyone I know. I can't imagine my life without this app – it's my daily dose of literary magic. ListenBook's auto-rewind feature is a thoughtful addition that ensures I never miss a single word. Excellent support for various audio formats. Very satisfied.
Tse Tse Guy
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White Snare
Listening stats motivate me to read more. Great feature! The voice boost feature is amazing. It makes every word crystal clear. ListenBook has completely changed how I enjoy audiobooks. The app is packed with features like customizable skip intervals, playback speed, and sleep timers. The interface is clean and easy to navigate. Five stars!
Gold Dahlia
Language courses on audiobooks helped me pick up a new language effortlessly. ListenBook's compatibility with CarPlay and Apple Watch integration ensures that I can enjoy my content wherever I go. This app has made 'reading' more versatile and enjoyable than ever. The ability to download audiobooks directly is fantastic. ListenBook is very convenient.
High Kingdom Warrior
ListenBook's commitment to delivering an exceptional audiobook experience is evident in its thoughtful features and design. I've become an audiobook addict, all thanks to this amazing app. This app is a gift for book lovers who struggle to find reading time. 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.
RetroMirage
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ThreadTraveler
Changing the tone of the sound on ListenBook Pro is a unique feature that adds a personal touch to my listening. 🎧 This app has changed my reading game! Now I can 'read' while I work – genius! 📚💼 I'm impressed with the wide range of supported formats. Finally, an app that plays all my audiobooks flawlessly. The audio filters to adjust playback speed and volume are a fantastic addition for customizing my experience.
Dance Bloom
The app's layout is clean and intuitive, making it a pleasure to navigate. ListenBook's commitment to providing a high-quality audiobook experience is truly commendable. 🌟 Embracing reading in the busiest of times – this app is my everyday escape! 📚🏃♀️ Audiobook enthusiasts, rejoice! This app's elegant design and robust functionality make it a must-have for anyone who loves to listen on the go. 🎧📱 Audiobook heaven! This app has revolutionized the way I enjoy stories. Its sleek design and seamless functionality make it a must-have for book lovers. 📚🎧
Clover Dragon
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Lady Peach
With ListenBook, I can now listen to my favorite audiobooks and speeches with the utmost comfort and convenience. Audiobook adventures simplified – this app's functionality is a revelation. The app is so versatile. It works with all my audiobook formats. The app is so versatile. It works with all my devices. An acceptable audiobook that met basic expectations. No complaints about quality but nothing remarkable either. Would listen to this narrator again but wouldn't seek them out.
Nickname Master
ListenBook's absence of synchronization requirements adds to its convenience and flexibility. This app's sleek design and effortless navigation have made my audiobook journey a true delight. Discovering new worlds through audiobooks has never been easier! This app's intuitive interface and seamless functionality make every listening session a delight. 📚🎧 I love the ability to change the playback speed. It’s perfect for my needs.
Hightower
The ListenBook app has become an indispensable part of my daily routine, helping me learn and relax simultaneously. The app's versatility in audio downloading is impressive. It's a one-stop solution for all my content.
Shady Lady
I'm in awe of how technology has enhanced my reading experience through this app. I'm amazed at how this app has brought back the joy of reading into my daily routine – thank you! 🏃♀️📚 Running with purpose – audiobooks keep my mind engaged as I conquer my fitness goals. 🏃♀️🎧 Navigating audiobooks seamlessly – this app's design is top-notch. The app is so reliable. I’ve never had any issues with it.
Mallow Man
🌟 Reading has never been this easy – this app fits right into my fast-paced lifestyle. 📚💫 I can't believe how easy it is to download audio from various sources. So convenient! The versatility of this app is mind-boggling. It's like a one-stop solution for audiobooks. Looping playback is a study tool that I can't live without. It helps me master challenging content.
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