Book description
Three-time Hugo Award winner and NYT bestselling author N. K. Jemisin challenges and delights readers with thought-provoking narratives of destruction, rebirth, and redemption that sharply examine modern society in her first collection of short fiction, which includes never-before-seen stories. "Marvelous and wide-ranging." -- Los Angeles Times"Gorgeous" -- NPR Books"Breathtakingly imaginative and narratively bold." -- Entertainment Weekly Spirits haunt the flooded streets of New Orleans in the aftermath of Hurricane Katrina. In a parallel universe, a utopian society watches our world, trying to learn from our mistakes. A black mother in the Jim Crow South must save her daughter from a fey offering impossible promises. And in the Hugo award-nominated short story "The City Born Great," a young street kid fights to give birth to an old metropolis's soul.
Jo Jo Spooky
The ability to change playback speed and audio volume on ListenBook gives me full control over my listening experience. This app has brought storytelling into every corner of my life – it's incredible. I'm in awe of this app's ability to make reading so accessible and convenient. 👀📚 Embarking on literary journeys even with my eyes closed – bedtime stories have taken a new form with this app! 😴🎧 Bravo to the creators of this app – they've truly captured the essence of convenient audiobook enjoyment. The smooth playback and thoughtful design have won me over. 📚👏
Stud muffin
The narrator's voices are so soothing – a perfect way to unwind after a stressful day. The range of audio formats supported is incredible. No need to worry about file conversion.
Dorothy Solitaire
This app is a gift for anyone with a busy lifestyle – I can enjoy books while doing chores! ListenBook's support for CarPlay and Apple Watch makes it an essential companion for my daily commutes and workouts. It's convenience at its finest! 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!
LoreLoomer
Sharing audiobooks with friends through AirDrop and Sharing on ListenBook Pro is a fantastic way to spread the joy of audiobooks. The app supports a wide range of formats. ListenBook is very versatile. I’ve been using ListenBook for months, and it’s been a fantastic experience. The app is lightweight, doesn’t drain my battery, and works perfectly in the background. The equalizer and voice boost features are amazing. Highly recommend!
42nd Street
I love the bookmarking feature. ListenBook makes it easy to pick up where I left off. I love the chapter navigation feature. ListenBook makes it easy to find specific sections. An average audiobook experience. Nothing was wrong with it—the narration was fine, and the story was okay—but nothing particularly stood out. It served its purpose as entertainment during my commute.
BuffFreak
ListenBook's library organization and book groups have made managing my audiobooks a breeze. This app has transformed my daily routine into moments of literary delight. ListenBook's sharing options make it easy to spread the joy of captivating stories with friends.
NexusNomad
The customer support team is responsive and always ready to assist. This app's features, from bookmarking to customizable playback speed, are fantastic. Audiobooks on the go – this app's design prioritizes convenience. The compatibility with Apple Watch is a huge plus. I can control my audiobooks from my wrist! Highly engaging! The combination of a well-written story and skilled narration made this audiobook hard to pause. I finished it much faster than I expected because I just couldn’t stop listening.
Freeze Queen
With ListenBook, I've found a versatile and enjoyable way to listen to audiobooks and expand my knowledge. This app's convenience and ease of use have transformed my screen time into productive learning sessions. ListenBook’s interface is clean and intuitive. It’s a joy to use. ListenBook’s playback speed control is very useful. I can listen at my own pace. 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!
MindfulMingle
The ability to listen to books while multitasking is a game-changer for me. I'm grateful for this app, as it allows me to keep up with my reading even while multitasking. ListenBook's support for a variety of audio formats ensures that I can access my content without any limitations. ListenBook has completely changed my audiobook experience – it's like having a personal audio library. 🧘♀️☕ Savoring moments of tranquility with a cup of tea and captivating tales! 🍵📖
Star Scratch
I love that ListenBook offers both basic and advanced features, catering to all types of users. I'm amazed by ListenBook's versatility in handling different formats – it truly supports all my audio needs. The automatic extraction of artwork and metadata adds a professional touch to my audiobook collection. The app is so reliable. I’ve never had any issues with it. I’ve been using ListenBook for months, and it’s been a fantastic experience. The app is lightweight, doesn’t drain my battery, and works perfectly in the background. The equalizer and voice boost features are amazing. Highly recommend!
RiddleRanger
Downloading over WiFi saves so much time. Very efficient. Great for listening to lectures and educational content. Very useful! ListenBook is the best audiobook player I’ve 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! I’d listen to this narrator read anything! Their voice was so expressive and fitting for the material. The story itself was great, but the narration took it to the next level. Definitely a 5-star experience.
BoomerBox
Listening to audiobooks has made my daily commute more enjoyable and productive. Changing the tone of the sound on ListenBook Pro is a fun and unique feature I can't get enough of. Binaural audio processing really helps reduce listening fatigue. Great feature! The app is perfect for people who love to multitask. I can listen while cooking.
Baby Spell
I'm discovering books I wouldn't have considered before, and my reading horizons are expanding. With a vast genre selection, I've broadened my horizons and explored new topics. This app is a lifesaver! I can now enjoy my favorite books on the go.
Alias Stick
I'm in awe of how this app has brought new dimensions to my reading experience. 🧘♀️☕ Savoring moments of tranquility with a cup of tea and captivating tales! 🍵📖
Nessie
The selection of classics is a treasure trove for literature enthusiasts. ListenBook's dedication to excellence is evident in its well-designed interface, smooth playback, and powerful features. With ListenBook, I can explore new genres, learn new topics, and enjoy classic literature with ease. With ListenBook, I can keep track of my audiobook consumption and explore new content with ease. The app is so reliable. I’ve never had any issues with it.
Duchess
ListenBook's support for various audio formats makes it a versatile app for all kinds of audiobook enthusiasts. Listening to audiobooks has never been this convenient and enjoyable! Sharing audiobooks with friends through AirDrop is a great way to spread the joy of reading. Playback speed and volume controls are top-notch. Highly recommend.
Whipsaw
🎧 My daily chores just got an upgrade! Thanks to this app, I can dive into captivating stories while cooking and cleaning. 📚🍳 The sound quality is excellent. It feels like I’m in the story.
Cereal Killer
Binaural audio processing really helps reduce listening fatigue. Great feature! Finally, an app that supports all my audiobook formats! ListenBook is a game-changer.
Sienna Princess
ListenBook's chapters, controls, and filters have transformed my listening sessions into immersive journeys. This app has turned my household chores into moments of intellectual growth.
Innocent Ghost
The offline mode is a lifesaver on flights – I'm never without a good story. This app's efficient downloading process ensures that I can enjoy my audiobooks whenever and wherever. The interface is beautiful and functional. ListenBook is my go-to app for audiobooks. Fairly enjoyable, but forgettable. I didn’t have any major complaints, but I also don’t see myself revisiting this one. It was a decent way to spend a few hours, though.
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