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.
Pocket Muzzie
I can't get enough of the celebrity narrators β they add a unique charm to each book. The app's stability is impressive β it runs smoothly without any glitches. ListenBook's interface is so intuitive. I was up and running in no time. Looping playback of a single track helps me master difficult concepts. So helpful! The app is perfect for people who love to listen to books at night.
Stud Buster
I can't believe how easily this app has fit into my daily routine. Audiobooks made convenient β this app's functionality is impressive. Noise reduction feature is magic. Now I can listen to recordings even in noisy settings. The interface is sleek and intuitive, making my audiobook experience a joy. My daily workouts are more enjoyable now, thanks to seamless integration with Apple Watch.
Sir Shark
Listening to audiobooks has made my daily commute more enjoyable and productive. ListenBook's compatibility with CarPlay and Apple Watch adds convenience to my audiobook routine. The auto-rewind feature is a thoughtful addition that enhances my listening journey. I appreciate it! Sharing audiobooks with friends through AirDrop is a fun way to inspire others to read. A serviceable audiobook that met basic expectations. The narration was clear if somewhat unremarkable, and the production quality was standard without any noticeable technical issues. It kept me moderately engaged during workouts but didn't leave a lasting impression.
Leaf Assassin
This app's convenience has made me fall in love with audiobooks all over again. Navigating chapters is a breeze with ListenBook. It's a user-friendly and seamless experience. Good but not great. The narration was competent but lacked the extra spark that makes some audiobooks truly special. Still worth a listen though.
Indigo Red
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Cool Whip
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CommandX
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Woo Woo
I'm blown away by ListenBook's ability to maintain audio quality even for formats like FLAC and AWB. This app has brought back the joy of reading, even when I'm on the move. I love how this app's chapters, bookmarks, and controls give me full control over my audiobook journey. This app's ease of use has made my long drives educational and enjoyable.
Trick Baron
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X-Dew
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Pogue
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CuriousCoder
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Renegade Slugger
ListenBook is a game-changer β it plays a wide variety of formats without any conversion needed. πͺ Juggling tasks while enjoying stories has never been easier β this app's functionality is a multitasking marvel. πΌπ Looping playback is a study tool that I can't live without. It helps me master challenging content.
Heaven Sent
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Killer Curio
ListenBook's customizable features, from playback speed to audio filters, cater to every audiobook lover's preferences. Audiobook immersion without complications β this app's ease of use is commendable. The sound quality is excellent. It feels like Iβm in the story.
The Dude
Automatic metadata extraction keeps my library organized. It's a time-saver! My daily workouts are more enjoyable now, thanks to seamless integration with Apple Watch.
Liquid Science
I can't thank the developers enough for constantly updating and improving the app. Kudos to the developers for making this app iOS 16 optimized. It runs like a dream! Adjusting the tone of the voice is an innovative feature that sets this app apart.
Alley Cat
ListenBook's audio filters and controls have turned my listening sessions into immersive experiences. ListenBook Pro's noise reduction feature is a game-changer. My audio quality has improved dramatically.
Wildcat Appaloosa
I've fallen in love with literature all over again, thanks to this incredible app. ListenBook has made my daily activities more interesting and meaningful β I'm hooked!
Steel Ginger
Unwinding with a good audiobook has become my favorite self-care ritual. πββοΈπ Running with purpose β this app keeps my mind engaged as I conquer my fitness goals! πββοΈπ With ListenBook, downloading audiobooks has become hassle-free, thanks to the various download options. I've never experienced such silky-smooth playback even with high-quality FLAC files.
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