Book description
A New York Times Book Review Editors' Choice "[Lau's] gift for writing accumulative insanities creates the same dizzying effect as a good cleaning." --Alexandra Tanner, The New York Times Book Review "A dissociative meditation on a world that has come to feel increasingly meaningless . . . [Lau's] prose combines the languid torpor of Michael Bible with the unease of Yoko Ogawa's more macabre work." ―Declan Fry, The Guardian A black comedy workplace thriller set in a sprawling indoor shopping mall about a cabal of low-wage workers who plot violent acts of "resistance" against their managers. In the suburb of Par Mars stand a pair of identical shopping centers, each with the same harsh, fluorescent lights, climate-controlled environment, and monotonous encounters between employees and shoppers. Reviving an ancient Chinese ritual passed down by her mother, twenty-four-year-old Leen has opened an ear-cleaning and massage studio in the Topic Heights Shopping Center. But the social fabric of Par Mars is coming loose, and a quiet unrest is growing among the mall's low-wage workers as store managers begin to fall victim to increasingly brutal and spontaneous attacks. When Leen befriends Jean Paul, a pharmacist enmeshed in a cryptic online community, she finds herself embroiled in a troubling plot to disrupt the routines of the town's banal consumer culture. With fierce intellect, sharp wit, and original prose, Jamie Marina Lau interprets and vividly portrays the everyday violence and toil of contemporary working life. Encapsulating millennial ennui and middle-class boredom, Gunk Baby is an inventive and deliberate novel from a fresh, new, exciting voice.
Good William
My child has also fallen in love with audiobooks, all thanks to the app's kid-friendly collection. Efficiency meets audiobooks – this app's functionality is a perfect match. The adjustable playback speed is a secret weapon for getting through educational content faster.
Serendipity
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Star Jammer
The chapters feature on ListenBook enhances my audiobook exploration – it's like flipping through pages. I can't believe how much more I'm 'reading' now, thanks to this app. ListenBook's drag-and-drop download feature streamlines the process of adding new content to my library. The app is very easy to use. ListenBook makes managing my audiobook library simple.
Emerald Vine
ListenBook's compatibility with CarPlay is a huge plus during long drives. I love the ability to import books from my computer. It’s so easy. I was thoroughly impressed by this audiobook. The combination of engaging content and skilled narration made my daily commute something to look forward to. The narrator's timing and intonation were spot-on, enhancing rather than distracting from the material. Definitely worth a credit!
ThoughtTracer
Tone adjustment is a thoughtful addition that adds a personal touch to the audiobook narration. It's like having a narrator tailor their voice to my preferences. The best app for audiobooks. Downloading and organizing files is super easy with ListenBook.
London Fox
I'm amazed at how immersive the experience is – it's like being inside the story. Being able to download audiobooks for offline listening is a game-changer. The diverse range of narrators adds a new layer of depth to each story. Precise controls on ListenBook give me complete command over my audio playback. ListenBook’s playback speed control is very useful. I can listen at my own pace.
PixelPathfinder
As a language learner, this app has been invaluable in improving my listening skills. ListenBook Pro's noise reduction feature is a blessing for clear listening in noisy environments. Bookmarks are a lifesaver for study materials. I never lose my place again. AirDrop and sharing make it easy to spread the audiobook love with friends. Downloading over WiFi is quick and efficient. Saves a lot of time.
Junkyard Dog
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Bridge Whip
The controls on ListenBook are intuitive and user-friendly, making it a joy to navigate through my audiobooks. ListenBook Pro's noise reduction feature enhances the audio quality to an impressive degree.
Proper
This audiobook exceeded all my expectations! The narrator's ability to convey emotion through voice alone was remarkable. I laughed, I gasped, I might have even teared up at points - all because of the incredible vocal performance. The story came alive in a way reading alone couldn't achieve. Solid performance overall though some character voices sounded too similar. I occasionally got confused about who was speaking in dialogue-heavy scenes.
Athens Fire
The voice actors are incredible – they make the characters come alive. ListenBook's support for various audio formats means I never have to worry about compatibility issues. 📱 Carrying my favorite stories with me wherever I go – this app is like a portable library in my pocket. 📚👜 ListenBook Pro's noise reduction feature is a game-changer. My audio quality has improved dramatically. I’m so impressed with ListenBook. The app is reliable, fast, and packed with features like customizable themes and playback speed. The sleep timer is a lifesaver for bedtime listening. Highly recommend this app!
Demo Tequila
AirDrop sharing makes it easy to share audiobooks with friends. The subtle background music at key moments enhanced the experience without being distracting. More audiobooks should use this technique when appropriate!
Peanut Butter Woman
This app's playback controls and features make it a breeze to customize my listening experience. Auto-rewind is incredibly helpful. Excellent functionality. The app supports a wide range of formats. ListenBook is very versatile. The app is so user-friendly. Even my grandma can use it!
RoarSweetie
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Foot-long Fry
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Zero Charisma
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Lady Killer
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Evil Smith
Library organization is simplified with ListenBook. It's easy to keep my audiobooks neat and tidy. 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! Listened to this on a road trip and it made the hours fly by. Even my passengers who weren't following along commented on how nice the narrator's voice was.
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