Book description
National Book Critics Circle Award WinnerNational BestsellerLambda Literary Award FinalistNAMED ONE OF THE BEST BOOKS OF THE YEAR BY TIME * NPR * The Washington Post * Kirkus Reviews * Washington Independent Review of Books * The Millions * Electric Literature * Ms Magazine * Entropy Magazine * Largehearted Boy * Passerbuys "Irreverent and original." -New York Times"Magisterial." -The New Yorker"An intoxicating writer." -The Atlantic"A classic!" -Mary Karr"A true light in the dark." -Stephanie Danler"An essential, heartbreaking project." -Carmen Maria MachadoA gripping set of stories about the forces that shape girls and the adults they become. A wise and brilliant guide to transforming the self and our society. In her powerful new book, critically acclaimed author Melissa Febos examines the narratives women are told about what it means to be female and what it takes to free oneself from them. When her body began to change at eleven years old, Febos understood immediately that her meaning to other people had changed with it. By her teens, she defined herself based on these perceptions and by the romantic relationships she threw herself into headlong. Over time, Febos increasingly questioned the stories she'd been told about herself and the habits and defenses she'd developed over years of trying to meet others' expectations. The values she and so many other women had learned in girlhood did not prioritize their personal safety, happiness, or freedom, and she set out to reframe those values and beliefs. Blending investigative reporting, memoir, and scholarship, Febos charts how she and others like her have reimagined relationships and made room for the anger, grief, power, and pleasure women have long been taught to deny.Written with Febos' characteristic precision, lyricism, and insight, Girlhood is a philosophical treatise, an anthem for women, and a searing study of the transitions into and away from girlhood, toward a chosen self.
Berry Succubus
I'm in awe of this app's ability to make reading so accessible and convenient. Savoring stories has never been this smooth โ this app's functionality is genius. No more fussing with synchronization โ this app just gets it done! I love the auto-rewind feature. ListenBook always picks up right where I left off.
101
This app's compatibility with different formats ensures that no audiobook is off-limits โ truly impressive. I'm addicted to this app's seamless integration with my daily activities.
Count Eagle
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Swedish Twizz
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ManManMan
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Dredd
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Tweety Bun Bun
User-friendly brilliance! This app's functionality enhances my audiobook experience. The auto-rewind feature is a thoughtful addition that enhances my listening journey. I appreciate it! ListenBook has revolutionized the way I consume content. It's like having a personal tutor in my ear.
Polar Bee
I can't believe how much more I'm 'reading' now, all thanks to this app. Supports all my playlists and bookmarks seamlessly. Very convenient.
The China Wall
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ChatterChampion
No more straining my eyes โ this app lets me 'read' with my ears! This app is my secret to staying ahead on my reading list, even during my busiest days. ListenBook's compatibility with CarPlay and Apple Watch enhances my audiobook experience during daily activities. Looping playback of a single track helps me focus and absorb complex content.
180
Kudos to the creators for making literature so accessible and enjoyable. Audiobooks have become my constant companions during my daily activities. Audiobook joy made simple โ this app's ease of use is a game-changer. Navigating through chapters is a breeze. It's like the app knows what I need. Auto-rewind feature is extremely helpful. Great functionality.
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ListenBook's dedication to providing a smooth and enjoyable listening experience is evident in every aspect of the app. Thanks to this app, I can enjoy the world of literature without missing a beat in my fast-paced life. Audiobooks made convenient โ this app's functionality is impressive. ListenBook's dedication to providing an excellent audiobook experience is evident in its smooth and silky playback. Downloading books directly in the app is so easy. Highly recommend!
Purity
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Ladybird
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Digital Goddess
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Twister Hero
Tone adjustment adds a unique touch to my listening experience. I'm hooked! Supports all my playlists and bookmarks perfectly. Very convenient.
Combo Saw
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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