Book description
Nobody who sits in traffic on Sedona, Arizona's main stretch or stands shoulder-to-shoulder in its many souvenir shops would call it a ghost town. Neither would anyone renting a room for $2,000 a month or buying a house for a half-million dollars. And yet the people who built this small town and made it a community are being pushed further and further out. Their home is being sold out from under their feet. In studying the impact of short-term rentals, Brendan O'Brien saw something similar happening in places ranging from Bend, Oregon, to Bar Harbor, Maine. But it isn't just short-term rentals, and it's not just tourism towns. Neighborhoods in Austin and Atlanta have become rows of investment properties. Longtime residents in Spokane and Boston have been replaced by new, high-salaried remote workers. Across the country, a level of unaffordable housing that once seemed unique to global cities like New York and San Francisco has become the norm, with nearly a third of all US households considered housing cost burdened. This situation has been abetted by the direct actions of developers, politicians, and existing homeowners who have sought to drive up the cost of housing. But it's mostly happened due to a society-wide refusal to see housing as anything more than real estate, another product available to the highest bidder. This trend of putting local housing on a global market has worsened in recent years but is nothing new. Housing in the United States has always been marred by racial and income inequality that mocks the country's highest ideals. Deeply researched and deeply felt, Homesick argues that we can be so much better. And we can start where we live.
RiddleRover
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Accidental Genius
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FLAK Angel
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M8deUp
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PixelPioneer
This app's compatibility with different devices ensures that I can enjoy my audiobooks anywhere, anytime. This app's convenience has transformed my screen time into meaningful reading sessions. ListenBook's drag-and-drop download feature is a time-saving convenience that I greatly appreciate.
Spooky Yellowjacket
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Cujo
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Gothic Gucci
ListenBook's audio filters and controls have turned my listening sessions into immersive experiences. ListenBook has made my commutes more enjoyable, transforming them into learning sessions. ListenBook has transformed how I enjoy audiobooks. The app is a game-changer! Navigating through chapters is a breeze. I can easily jump to the parts I want to listen to. The app's compatibility with various sources for audio download is a true time-saver.
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42nd Street
The absence of synchronization requirements on ListenBook is a breath of fresh air. ListenBook's integration with CarPlay and Apple Watch adds a new level of convenience to my audiobook journey. ListenBook has become my workout companion of choice. It keeps me motivated and entertained during exercise.
Lady Q
Navigating chapters and genres is a breeze with this app's functionality. Streamlined audiobook integration โ this app's usability is truly impressive. Finally, an app that caters to audiobook enthusiasts like me. The diverse format support and user-friendly design are a game-changer. ๐ฑ๐ ListenBookโs playback speed control is very useful. I can listen at my own pace.
Sweet Manhattan
With this app, my daily routines have become moments of intellectual exploration and personal growth. Effortlessly accessing my favorite audiobooks has become a reality, all thanks to this app's user-centric design and comprehensive format support. A must-download! ๐ฑ๐ง Automatic artwork and metadata extraction add a professional touch to my audiobook library.
Jetta Talent
The app's customization options allow me to tailor the listening experience to my liking. Say goodbye to cumbersome interfaces โ this app's intuitive controls and user-friendly design have elevated my audiobook experience to new heights. ๐ฑ๐ The statistics tracking feature is very useful. ListenBook helps me keep track of my listening time. The statistics tracking feature is very useful. ListenBook helps me keep track of my listening time. Middle-of-the-road experience. The audiobook was fineโgood narration, decent storyโbut it didnโt leave a lasting impression. If youโre looking for something low-commitment, this works.
Iron Butterfly
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Sandbox
Looping playback has taken my language learning to new heights. Highly recommended! The app is perfect for people who love to multitask. I can listen while cooking.
Koi Diva
Mood-based playlists help me choose books that suit my current state of mind. With this app, I've rediscovered the joy of reading through my ears, making every moment more valuable. The interface is sleek and intuitive, making my audiobook experience a joy.
Sneaky Lady
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Po1son
I'm amazed at how this app seamlessly integrates with my daily routine. Audiobooks have made waiting in lines and queues so much more bearable. This app has transformed my daily routine into moments of literary delight. ๐ Making each day a new chapter โ this app keeps me hooked from morning to night! ๐๐ ListenBook Pro's tone adjustment feature is an innovative touch that adds a layer of personalization.
Alley Frog
I can't imagine my life without this app โ it's my constant companion for literary adventures. With ListenBook Pro, I'm no longer limited by audiobook length. It's a liberating experience!
GuTzd
ListenBook's support for CarPlay and Apple Watch integration ensures that I can enjoy my audiobooks wherever I go. Looping playback is a study aid sent from heaven. It's helping me ace my exams! My audiobook collection has never been more organized. Library management is a breeze. This was my first audiobook in this genre and I'm hooked! The performance brought the story to life in a way reading never could. Already downloaded another by the same narrator.
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