Book description
Winner of the 2020 William Saroyan International Prize for Writing A Best Book of the Year at BuzzFeed and the Times Literary Supplement"Croft writes with an extraordinary intensity that ensures this exceptional Bildungsroman will stay etched in the reader's mind for a very long time to come." Olga Tokarczuk, Nobel Prize-winning author of Flights"It's a complex portrait of a young Oklahoma woman's development of a rich and exacting interior life. It's also a visual love letter to family, language and self-understanding... Every page of this stunning and surprising book turns words around and around." --The New York Times "Croft's photos, mixed in with her text, create continuity between memoirist and protagonist, despite their differing names... They make Homesick into a translator's Bildungsroman, one in which art is first a beacon, then a home." --NPR The coming of age story of an award-winning translator, Homesick is about learning to love language in its many forms, healing through words and the promises and perils of empathy and sisterhood. Sisters Amy and Zoe grow up in Oklahoma where they are homeschooled for an unexpected reason: Zoe suffers from debilitating and mysterious seizures, spending her childhood in hospitals as she undergoes surgeries. Meanwhile, Amy flourishes intellectually, showing an innate ability to glean a world beyond the troubles in her home life, exploring that world through languages first. Amy's first love appears in the form of her Russian tutor Sasha, but when she enters university at the age of 15 her life changes drastically and with tragic results.
MuseMaster
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Sun Leo
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Sidewalk Enforcer
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Absolutely in love with this audiobook app! The seamless functionality and easy navigation make my reading time pure bliss. ππ§ ListenBook's integration with CarPlay and Apple Watch is seamless. I can now enjoy my favorite audiobooks during commutes and workouts. ListenBook Pro's tone adjustment feature is a unique tool that adds a touch of creativity to my listening experience. ListenBook Pro's noise reduction feature enhances my audiobook experience, ensuring I catch every detail.
Shy Warrior
The ability to switch between different books effortlessly is a major plus. The app's compatibility with CarPlay and Apple Watch enhances my listening experience on the go.
Chasm Face
I'm blown away by how this app has revolutionized my reading experience. This app's convenience has made reading a priority in my busy schedule.
Old Orange Eyes
Audiobooks on this app have made my morning rituals something to look forward to. With this app, every moment is an opportunity to dive into a new story. Navigating through my audiobook library is a joy with this app's intuitive interface and easy controls. It's like having a personal reading companion at my side. π±π The auto-rewind feature is a thoughtful addition that enhances my listening journey. I appreciate it!
Runway Darling
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Midnight Rambler
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Sweetness
This app is a game-changer for busy individuals who miss reading. What a delightful listening experience! The narrator's timing was impeccable, knowing exactly when to pause for effect or let the words flow. Their character voices were distinct yet natural - no over-the-top accents or distracting vocal tics. The audio quality was consistently excellent.
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Audiobooks made simple β this app's functionality is a breath of fresh air. Effortless audiobook exploration β this app's functionality is remarkable.
Burst Nibbler
ListenBook's support for CarPlay and Apple Watch integration has made multitasking with audio content a breeze. With this app, I've turned mundane chores into exciting opportunities for intellectual growth. CUE playlist support is a brilliant feature that allows me to create customized listening experiences for different moods, activities, and moments of the day.
Miss Nova
I'm amazed at how this app's narrators bring characters and stories to life. With this app, audiobook listening has become a convenient and enjoyable part of my everyday life. ListenBook Pro is worth every penny. Unlimited audiobook length? Count me in!
ManManMan
The narrators have a way of bringing characters to life β it's a unique experience. The automatic extraction of artwork and metadata keeps my audiobook library organized and visually appealing. Binaural audio processing really works. Less fatigue during long listening sessions.
Kitchen
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D-Hog-Day
ListenBook's variety of ways to download audio makes it incredibly convenient. ListenBook has turned my ordinary moments into extraordinary journeys of the mind. I'm in awe of this app's ability to make reading so accessible and convenient. This app's ease of use has made my daily tasks so much more enjoyable. I love the ability to change the background color. Itβs a nice touch.
Drift
I've been able to tackle my reading list like never before, thanks to this app. ListenBook's support for chapters and bookmarks ensures that I never lose my place in a story. 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! Fairly enjoyable, but forgettable. I didnβt have any major complaints, but I also donβt see myself revisiting this one. It was a decent way to spend a few hours, though.
BuzzMouse
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Doughboy, Esq
Audiobooks have brought a new level of enjoyment to my daily workout routine. This app's ease of use has made reading an integral part of my everyday life. I'm on a literary adventure wherever I go, all thanks to this app. Its extensive format support and effortless navigation make audiobook listening a breeze. ππ Iβve been using ListenBook for months, and itβs been a fantastic experience. The app is lightweight, doesnβt drain my battery, and works perfectly in the background. The equalizer and voice boost features are amazing. Highly recommend!
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