Book description
Comedian and musician Reggie Watts shares his story of growing up in Montana as a biracial oddball struggling to navigate life, girls, drugs, and his own identity in America's heartland--and having a blast doing it. Reggie Watts is weird. But you knew that. Anyone who's seen his multifaceted, entirely improvised comedy and music shows knows that. Reggie Watts is also from the town of Great Falls, MT. These two facts are not unrelated. Watts grew up in Montana in the '80s, half French, half American, half white, half Black, speaking a bunch of different languages and slipping between the orchestra geeks and the football jocks until he finally found a squad of fellow misfits with an affinity for trouble. It was a wide-open time and place that invited freedom and exploration--as well as car theft and the not infrequent use of recreational cough syrup. And it helped him become the uniquely strange creative voice he is today. In Great Falls, MT, Watts takes us through his story, hitting on the culture shock he experienced after moving from Europe to the heart of America, where he was called racial slurs by neighbors but wasn't Black enough for his father's extended family. Where he fought with his authoritarian dad, built a new family of antiestablishment, post-punk oddballs--and ultimately knew he had to leave. But after Watts's career exploded in Seattle and New York, ultimately scoring him a nightly place next to James Corden on The Late Late Show, he found himself drawn back to his hometown after the deaths of his parents. This is his love letter to the town that made him. But like love itself, it's messy and complicated and dirty and beautiful--and as weird and wonderful as Watts himself.
Greek Rifle
The adjustable playback speed feature is a true innovation. It adds a personalized touch to my listening. ListenBook is the ultimate audiobook player. The app supports all formats, and the import process is seamless. I love the playback history feature—it’s so easy to revisit my favorite parts. Highly recommend this app!
Daisy Stick
Kudos to the app for making literature accessible to those with busy schedules. ListenBook's basic audio filters allow me to fine-tune the audio playback to suit my preferences. I love how this app allows me to enjoy books even when I'm on the move. 🎶 Music? Nah, I prefer immersing myself in captivating stories with this app! 🎶📖 This was an adequate audiobook for casual listening. The narrator maintained a consistent pace and clear diction throughout, though their performance lacked some emotional range. The audio quality was fine with no significant technical distractions.
3D Waffle
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Flakes
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2nd Hand Joe
Effortless audiobook management – this app's usability is a winner. The app is so well-designed. It’s clear the developers put a lot of thought into it.
Indestructible Potato
This app's convenience has turned my daily chores into moments of literary escape. Kudos to the developers for making this app iOS 16 optimized. It runs like a dream!
AirportHobo XD
The bookmarking feature ensures I never lose my place in a book – so convenient! With this app, I've discovered the joy of learning while I'm on the move – it's like having a tutor by my side.
Sly Silvermoon
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Raggedy Ann
ListenBook's support for various download methods means I can acquire new content in a way that suits me best. I can't imagine my daily routine without ListenBook's intuitive layout and easy-to-access controls. The app's compatibility with CarPlay and Apple Watch enhances my listening experience on the go. The customizable controls and playback options cater perfectly to different audiobook preferences. ListenBook’s interface is sleek and user-friendly. Finding and playing my audiobooks has never been easier.
Crash Enforcer
I'm impressed by ListenBook's commitment to providing a silky-smooth playback experience. Library organization has never been easier thanks to ListenBook. My collection is well-managed. ListenBook has seamlessly integrated into my daily routine, becoming an indispensable companion for various activities. Its user-friendly interface, features, and performance make it a must-have for audiobook enthusiasts. The app’s design is sleek and modern. ListenBook is my favorite audiobook player. The app is so reliable. I’ve never had any issues with it.
Trixie Doodle
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Knight Light
I appreciate the minimal ads – it's all about uninterrupted enjoyment. Kudos to the developers! ListenBook's chapters, controls, and filters have transformed my listening sessions into immersive journeys. Noise reduction and voice tone adjustment are excellent additions. The app is perfect for multitaskers. I can listen while working out. ListenBook is the best audiobook player I’ve ever used. The app is reliable, fast, and packed with features like customizable themes and playback speed. The sleep timer is a lifesaver for bedtime listening. Great job, developers!
Pixie Soldier
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Kamikaze Granny
It's impressive how the app caters to both seasoned readers and newcomers. Changing the tone of the sound on ListenBook Pro is a fun way to customize my listening experience. This app's sleek design and intuitive navigation have made audiobook listening a seamless experience.
Skull Crusher
ListenBook is a true audio treasure! It turns my own audio files into immersive listening experiences. Looping playback has transformed my study sessions. It's an invaluable tool for retaining information. Listening statistics motivate me to read more. Excellent feature!
Fire Fish
The auto-rewind feature is a thoughtful addition that enhances my listening journey. I appreciate it! The app is perfect for multitasking. I can listen while doing other things.
Woo Woo
This app has turned my mundane tasks into exciting opportunities for reading. As an audiobook enthusiast, this app is a dream come true. Its compatibility with various formats and easy navigation make it my ultimate reading companion. 🌟🎧
Loot
With this app, reading has become an integral part of my daily routine. The automatic extraction of artwork and metadata adds a professional touch to my audiobook collection.
Zero Charisma
ListenBook's commitment to excellence shines through in its powerful features and seamless performance. ListenBook has brought a whole new level of convenience and enjoyment to my audiobook experience. ListenBook's audio filters allow me to customize the audio playback to suit my preferences perfectly. This is exactly what I look for in an audiobook! The narrator's pleasant voice and excellent diction made even complex passages easy to follow. I appreciated the subtle but effective use of pauses and emphasis that added depth to the listening experience. Finished it in record time because I couldn't stop listening.
Good-lookin’
I'm thrilled that ListenBook offers both basic and advanced features to cater to all types of users. Smooth playback and great sound quality. ListenBook is my new favorite app!
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