Book description
Named a Best Book of the Year by NPR, O, The Oprah Magazine, Vogue, San Francisco Chronicle, Esquire, Huffington Post, Nylon, Entertainment Weekly, Buzzfeed, Booklist, and The IndependentWinner of the California Book Award for First FictionLos Angeles Times Book Prize Finalist for First Fiction "A quietly brilliant disquisition . . . told in prose that is so startling in its spare beauty that I found myself thinking about Khong's turns of phrase for days after I finished reading."--Doree Shafrir, The New York Times Book Review "One of those rare books that is both devastating and light-hearted, heartful and joyful. . . . Don't miss it."--Buzzfeed "Hello, Rachel Khong. Kudos for this delectable take on familial devotion and dementia."--NPR Her life at a crossroads, a young woman goes home again in this funny and inescapably moving debut from a wonderfully original new literary voice. Freshly disengaged from her fiancé and feeling that life has not turned out quite the way she planned, thirty-year-old Ruth quits her job, leaves town and arrives at her parents' home to find that situation more complicated than she'd realized. Her father, a prominent history professor, is losing his memory and is only erratically lucid. Ruth's mother, meanwhile, is lucidly erratic. But as Ruth's father's condition intensifies, the comedy in her situation takes hold, gently transforming her all her grief. Told in captivating glimpses and drawn from a deep well of insight, humor, and unexpected tenderness, Goodbye, Vitamin pilots through the loss, love, and absurdity of finding one's footing in this life.
RawSkills
Unparalleled support for CarPlay and Apple Watch means I can take my audiobooks anywhere, anytime. I can't believe how much I've 'read' since I started using this app. Sharing audiobooks with friends is a bonding experience made easy through AirDrop and sharing options.
Day Hawk
Audiobooks have made my long commutes enjoyable, and I'm always eager to see what's next. ListenBook's basic audio filters allow me to fine-tune the audio playback to suit my preferences. ListenBook has made audiobook listening a personalized and enriching journey. 💪 Boosting my productivity with this app's efficient multitasking features – audiobook enjoyment while I conquer my to-do list! 💼🎧 I love the ability to share my progress with friends. It’s a fun feature.
ShadowDancer
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Blizzard Vixen
The ListenBook app has enriched my daily life, adding a layer of intellectual and emotional fulfillment. ListenBook's comprehensive format support makes it the ultimate companion for audiobook enthusiasts.
Trigger Warming
The selection of classics is a treasure trove for literature enthusiasts. I love how ListenBook caters to various formats, making it versatile and accommodating for all my audiobooks. This app has transformed my screen time into valuable learning and entertainment. The app is perfect for people who love to read but don’t have the time.
CuriousCrafter
AirDrop and sharing make it easy to spread the audiobook love with friends. This app is a must-have for anyone who loves audiobooks. The interface is intuitive, and the app supports all formats. I love the auto-bookmark feature—it saves my place automatically, so I never lose track. Highly recommend! I love how ListenBook makes it easy to organize my audiobook library. The app supports all formats, and the import process is a breeze. The playback controls are responsive, and the sound quality is excellent. Highly recommend!
CyberScribe
ListenBook's comprehensive support for a wide range of audio formats sets it apart from other audiobook apps. Sharing audiobooks with friends through AirDrop and Sharing on ListenBook Pro is a brilliant way to connect. Makes audiobook listening super easy and enjoyable. Thanks, ListenBook! The app is so responsive. It never lags or freezes. ListenBook is the best audiobook player I’ve ever used. The app is packed with features like customizable skip intervals, playback speed, and sleep timers. The interface is clean and easy to navigate, making it a joy to use. Five stars!
Pepper Mouse
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42nd Street
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Beetle King
Being able to customize the listening duration is perfect for quick breaks. This app is a gift for book lovers who struggle to find reading time.
Video Game Heroine
I used to struggle to find time for books – now, I listen while doing chores! ListenBook's library organization and book groups have made managing my audiobooks a breeze. I love the ability to change the background color. It’s a nice touch.
Lucifurious
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Slinger
Sharing audiobooks with friends through AirDrop and Sharing on ListenBook Pro is a brilliant way to connect. One of the best audiobooks I’ve heard! The story was compelling, and the narrator’s delivery added depth to every scene. I found myself looking for excuses to listen just a little longer. Will definitely revisit this one!
21st Street
I'm amazed by ListenBook's versatility in handling different formats – it truly supports all my audio needs. ListenBook is a must-have for audiobook lovers. The auto-rewind feature ensures I never miss a word. ListenBook's attention to detail in design and functionality sets it apart from other audiobook apps.
Rocky Highway
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Onion King
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Nacho
I'm amazed at this app's ability to transport me to different worlds through stories. Effortless audiobook exploration – this app's functionality is remarkable. Automated artwork and metadata extraction make my library look organized and visually appealing.
Dredd
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Cardinal Rebel
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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