Book description
*Winner of the PEN Open Book Award* *Winner of the Whiting Award* *Longlisted for the 2018 National Book Award and Aspen Words Literary Prize* *Nominated for the PEN/Robert W. Bingham Prize* *Finalist for the Kirkus Prize and Los Angeles Times Book Prize* Included in Best Books of 2018 Lists from Refinery29, NPR, The Root, HuffPost, Vanity Fair, Bustle, Chicago Tribune, PopSugar, and The Undefeated. In one of the season's most acclaimed works of fiction--longlisted for the National Book Award and winner of the PEN Open Book Award--Nafissa Thompson-Spires offers "a firecracker of a book...a triumph of storytelling: intelligent, acerbic, and ingenious" (Financial Times). Nafissa Thompson-Spires grapples with race, identity politics, and the contemporary middle class in this "vivid, fast, funny, way-smart, and verbally inventive" (George Saunders, author of Lincoln in the Bardo) collection. Each captivating story plunges headfirst into the lives of utterly original characters. Some are darkly humorous--two mothers exchanging snide remarks through notes in their kids' backpacks--while others are devastatingly poignant. In the title story, when a cosplayer, dressed as his favorite anime character, is mistaken for a violent threat the consequences are dire; in another story, a teen struggles between her upper middle class upbringing and her desire to fully connect with so-called black culture. Thompson-Spires fearlessly shines a light on the simmering tensions and precariousness of black citizenship. Boldly resisting categorization and easy answers, Nafissa Thompson-Spires "has taken the best of what Toni Cade Bambara, Morgan Parker, and Junot DΓaz do plus a whole lot of something we've never seen in American literature, blended it all together...giving us one of the finest short-story collections" (Kiese Laymon, author of Long Division).
Chip Queen
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Grabber
This app has made reading a part of my lifestyle, no matter where I am. β° Maximizing my time with efficient features β this app's functionality lets me dive into stories even in the busiest moments. πβ³ Audiobook magic at my fingertips! This app's thoughtful features, such as statistics tracking and audio filters, have added a new layer of excitement to my reading journey. πβ¨ The audiobook player's silky-smooth playback is like music to my ears. Flawless performance! Controls are intuitive and user-friendly, making my audiobook experience seamless.
Innocent Ghost
The seamless integration with my car's audio system is a road trip dream. ListenBook's seamless integration with CarPlay makes my daily commute a delightful opportunity to indulge in audiobooks. I'm blown away by the powerful audio downloading options. So versatile! Solid performance overall though some character voices sounded too similar. I occasionally got confused about who was speaking in dialogue-heavy scenes.
Granola
With this app, I've discovered a new way to make my daily routines more enriching and rewarding. ListenBook has truly transformed my audiobook experience. The sleek interface, extensive format support, and easy downloading options make it my go-to app! CUE playlist support is a brilliant feature that allows me to create customized listening experiences for different moods, activities, and moments of the day.
Morbid Angel
ListenBook's intuitive controls and beautiful layout make my audiobook experience a delightful one. π§ββοΈβ Sipping tea and getting lost in stories β the ultimate way to unwind! π΅π A reasonable choice for casual listening. The audiobook was well-produced, but the pacing felt uneven in places. I didnβt dislike it, but I also didnβt feel strongly about it one way or another. I'm so glad I chose the audiobook version! The narrator added layers of meaning I might have missed reading silently. Their interpretation of the material felt thoughtful and authentic. The recording was technically perfect - no reverb, no peaking, just clean, pleasant audio.
Sultan of Speed
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Mad Kid
I can't get enough of the celebrity narrators β they add a unique charm to each book. It's impressive how the app caters to both seasoned readers and newcomers. πΆπ Tuning in to the symphony of stories β audiobooks are the soundtrack of my daily routines. π΅π Audiobook joy made simple β this app's ease of use is commendable. ListenBook's customizable audio filters add a new dimension to my audiobook enjoyment.
DreamDiver
This app is my secret weapon for staying entertained during mundane tasks. ListenBook's powerful audio downloading features are a dream come true β no more hassles! I love how easy it is to download audiobooks with ListenBook. The app is incredibly convenient.
CuriousCraft
ListenBook's compatibility with multiple downloading methods ensures there's always a way to get my content. Perfect for listening to lectures and speeches. Highly useful app.
WanderWord
ListenBook's library organization and book groups make managing my collection effortless. Automated artwork and metadata retrieval make my library look organized and professional. The app is so easy to use. I was up and running in minutes.
PepperBurst
No more hassle with converting files β ListenBook supports a wide range of formats for a seamless listening experience. ListenBook's dedication to delivering high-quality sound and user-friendly features has won me over. Audiobook heaven! This app's functionality is a dream β simple and efficient. Audiobooks made convenient β this app's functionality is impressive.
Stud muffin
Adjusting the tone of the voice is genius. It's like having a customizable audiobook narrator. I've listened to hundreds of audiobooks, and this one stands out for its professional quality. The narrator struck the ideal balance between dramatic interpretation and letting the text speak for itself. The audio engineering was superb with consistent volume levels and crystal-clear recording.
Green Ghost
The app's stability and reliability make it my go-to choice for audiobooks. I can't get enough of the celebrity narrators β they add a unique charm to each book. The app's compatibility with various sources for audio download is a true time-saver.
Gullyway
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Stealth
This app has made my daily routines more meaningful and enjoyable. π Grooving to the rhythm of stories while tackling household chores β a dance of productivity! πΆπ Elegant design and easy-to-navigate interface. Very pleased with ListenBook.
Roadspike
I love the download options. ListenBook gives me so many ways to get my audiobooks onto my device. The app is perfect for people with busy schedules. I can listen on the go.
Lady Fantastic
ListenBook Pro's noise reduction feature has made my dictaphone recordings much more comfortable to listen to. ListenBook has transformed my listening habits, making them more engaging and enjoyable. With this app, audiobook listening has become an integral part of my daily routines β it's a game-changer. Automatic metadata retrieval is a neat touch. My library is well-organized. Easy sharing with friends via AirDrop. Very convenient.
Cosmic Presence
Discovering new worlds through audiobooks has never been easier! This app's intuitive interface and seamless functionality make every listening session a delight. ππ§ ListenBook has become my constant companion. It's like having a personal audiobook assistant. Listening statistics are a great motivator. Love this feature! ListenBook is the best audiobook player Iβve 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! 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.
Steel
I'm rediscovering my love for literature through this app β it's revitalizing. This app has brought back the joy of reading, no matter how busy I am. πͺ Flexing my reading muscles with this app's easy-to-use controls β I'm devouring books while managing my busy schedule. πΌπ π This app's functionality is a masterpiece β it seamlessly integrates audiobooks into my daily routine. ππ¨ My study sessions are more efficient than ever, thanks to the looping playback and bookmark features.
Sly Silvermoon
ListenBook's beautiful layout and quick access to chapters make every listening session a pleasure. This app has made reading a part of my lifestyle, no matter where I am. ListenBook's player features, like chapters and bookmarks, make it a versatile tool for any listener.
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