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.
NecroBull
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Crossing Guard
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Bad Badminton
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GuTzd
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Spoiler
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Midas
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Whip 2T
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RZR
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Club Nola
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Titanium Ladybug
Seamless integration with all my devices and flawless synchronization β top-notch. ListenBook's dedication to delivering a high-quality playback experience sets it apart from other apps. π Unveiling the joy of reading once again β this app is my gateway to literary wonders! ππ
LuminaLore
ListenBook is a must-have for audiobook enthusiasts. It's reliable, versatile, and a pleasure to use. ListenBook has revolutionized how I consume content. It's like having a personal library in my pocket.
BuzzBait
ListenBook's seamless integration with CarPlay enhances my daily commute, making it a productive and enjoyable experience. The app is very intuitive. ListenBook makes finding and playing audiobooks simple.
Canary Apple Red
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MeeP
π Adding excitement to each day β this app ensures that every moment is an opportunity to explore new stories. ππ This audiobook was a fantastic listen! The narrator's voice was clear and engaging, making it easy to follow along. The pacing was just rightβnot too fast, not too slow. Perfect for long commutes or relaxing at home. Highly recommend!
Darling Peacock
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Easy Sweep
ListenBook's commitment to providing a smooth and enjoyable listening experience is evident in every detail. ListenBook's features are a bookworm's dream come true β from chapters to bookmarks, it's got everything. I'm impressed with the wide range of supported formats. Finally, an app that plays all my audiobooks flawlessly. Automated artwork and metadata retrieval make my library look organized and professional. An audiobook Iβll listen to again! The story was engaging, and the narratorβs performance made it even better. Some parts were so well-delivered that I replayed them just to hear the emotion again.
Sky Dahlia
This app has transformed my daily walks into exciting literary adventures. ListenBook's commitment to providing top-notch audio quality has taken my audiobook experience to a new level. π± Carrying stories in my pocket β this app's convenience is a game-changer! πποΈ ππ Transforming traffic jams into opportunities for literary exploration β this app keeps me engaged on the road! ππ§ Bookmarks are a lifesaver for study materials. I never lose my place again.
Bambi Benz
This app has made audiobook listening an integral part of my daily routine β it's a habit I cherish. This app's convenience has made my audiobook addiction thrive! ListenBookβs playback is silky-smooth. The app never glitches.
Sherm
CUE playlist support is a fantastic addition. It helps me organize my audiobooks effortlessly. ListenBook Pro's noise reduction feature is a revelation. It elevates the audio quality, providing a clear and immersive listening experience that enhances my enjoyment.
Moon Peaches
I can't get enough of ListenBook's silky-smooth playback and intuitive design. It's my go-to app for both leisurely listening and study sessions. ListenBook is packed with useful features. Itβs the best audiobook app Iβve used. An average audiobook experience. Nothing was wrong with itβthe narration was fine, and the story was okayβbut nothing particularly stood out. It served its purpose as entertainment during my commute.
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