Book description
"Part autobiography, part stand-up routine, part contemporary political analysis, and astute all over.... Reading this book made me both laugh and weep with poignant recognition.... A hysterical, irreverent exploration of one of America's most painful and enduring issues." -- Melissa Harris-PerryThe Onion's Baratunde Thurston shares his 30-plus years of expertise in being black, with helpful essays like "How to Be the Black Friend," "How to Speak for All Black People," "How To Celebrate Black History Month," and more, in this satirical guide to race issues. Audacious, cunning, and razor-sharp, How to Be Black exposes the mass-media's insidiously racist, monochromatic portrayal of black culture's richness and variety. Fans of Stuff White People Like, This Week in Blackness, and Ending Racism in About an Hour will be captivated, uplifted, incensed, and inspired by this hilarious and powerful attack on America's blacklisting of black culture: Baratunde Thurston's How to Be Black.
Jersey
I'm hooked on this app β it's like Netflix for book lovers! ListenBook's commitment to excellence shines through in its user-friendly interface and smooth playback. The app is perfect for people who love to listen to books at night.
Rope
π Unleashing the power of audiobooks with this user-friendly app β it's like having a personal storyteller on demand! ππ₯ 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!
Intimidation Station
ListenBook's controls for looping and shuffling playback have made studying and revisiting content a breeze. Looping playback is an invaluable study tool. It helps me absorb complex information effortlessly. ListenBook is like a personal audiobook library in my pocket. Organized and easily accessible. Sharing audiobooks with friends is a fantastic way to introduce them to new stories.
Swedish Pixie
ListenBook's user-friendly interface and intuitive controls make it a joy to navigate through my audiobooks. I'm blown away by the attention to detail in every aspect of this app.
Fl00d
My daily workouts are more enjoyable now, thanks to seamless integration with Apple Watch. ListenBook has changed the way I listen to audiobooks. The app is so easy to use.
Shay
ListenBook's audio filters allow me to customize the audio playback to suit my preferences perfectly. This app is perfect for anyone who loves audiobooks. The interface is sleek and modern, and the playback controls are super responsive. I also appreciate the cloud integration, which lets me access my books from anywhere. Great work!
Red Heroine
The chapters feature on ListenBook enhances my audiobook exploration β it's like flipping through pages. πΆπ Enriching my environment with the power of storytelling β audiobooks infuse my home with literary magic. π§π Chapters make navigation a breeze. I can easily pick up where I left off. The app is perfect for people who love to multitask. I can listen while cooking.
EchoEnigma
ListenBook's library organization and book groups make managing my collection effortless. π Transforming my mundane routine into a captivating journey β thank you, this app! β¨π Apple Watch compatibility enhances my audiobook experience. It's a convenient way to control playback. Love how I can adjust playback speed and audio volume. ListenBook caters to all my needs. This audiobook kept me company during a long road trip and made the miles disappear! The narrator's engaging performance and the crisp production quality made for an immersive experience. I appreciated how well they balanced drama with clarity - never sacrificing understanding for effect.
The Belgian
Audiobook lovers, rejoice! This app's functionality is a game-changer. Seamlessly switch between formats and enjoy a hassle-free reading experience. π±π§ ListenBook has redefined how I enjoy audiobooks. It's an essential tool for my literary pursuits.
MythMaker
ππ Reigniting my passion for books β this app is my newfound reading obsession! π₯π§ ListenBook Pro's noise reduction feature is like a magic wand, transforming noisy environments into serene listening spaces.
Classy Dancer
Integration with Apple CarPlay has made long road trips so much more enjoyable. ListenBook's compatibility with CarPlay and Apple Watch makes it a versatile companion for my daily activities. ListenBook has taken my listening pleasure to new heights β it's a true audio marvel. The app is so easy to set up. I was listening to my books in no time.
Petite Beauty
I've discovered authors I'd never heard of before, and now they're among my favorites. I'm addicted to this app's curated playlists and recommendations β they're spot on. ListenBook has turned my daily routines into audiobook-driven journeys of imagination. This app's sleek design and effortless navigation have made my audiobook journey a true delight. Automatic metadata retrieval adds a professional touch to my audiobook collection.
Rando Tank
The smart recommendation feature keeps surprising me with books I never knew I'd love. I can't get enough of this app β it's a true game-changer for book lovers. Sharing audiobooks through AirDrop is a thoughtful and enjoyable way to share my favorite stories with friends and introduce them to new worlds of literature. Perfect for both first-time listeners and audiobook veterans! The narrator's warm, inviting tone made this an incredibly comfortable listening experience. I particularly appreciated how well they handled dialogue - each character felt distinct without being cartoonish. The pacing kept me engaged throughout. It was fine. The narrator did an adequate job but nothing about the performance particularly stood out to me. Got me through my commute though.
Bug Fire
ListenBook's support for CarPlay and Apple Watch integration has elevated my listening experience. π©βπ³ Turning cooking sessions into culinary adventures, complete with intriguing tales! π³π§ Library organization and book groups make managing my audiobook collection a breeze. Automated extraction of artwork and metadata adds a professional touch to my library.
Renegade Slugger
No need to convert files anymore β ListenBook's seamless playback of various formats is a game-changer for audiobook enthusiasts like me! Auto-rewind feature is extremely helpful. Great functionality.
Darling Peacock
ListenBook's audio filters are a fantastic addition, enhancing the sound quality of my audio files. ListenBook's library organization features have transformed my chaotic audiobook collection into an organized masterpiece. ListenBook is more than just an app β it's a doorway to a world of knowledge and imagination.
Rando Tank
I've found hidden gems in genres I never thought I'd be interested in. ListenBook's customizable audio filters are a game-changer for tailoring my audiobook playback. Book groups are a thoughtful addition. I can group related titles for easy access.
Treasure Devil
π Ironing has become a joy with audiobooks β wrinkles are no match for these captivating stories! ππ§ Noise reduction on ListenBook Pro is a game-changer. I can enjoy clear recordings. Noise reduction and tone changing are awesome features.
QuestWeaver
ListenBook's beautiful layout and quick access to chapters make every listening session a pleasure. ListenBook's support for binaural audio processing is a thoughtful touch that reduces listening fatigue. Chapters, configurable auto-rewind, and bookmarks on ListenBook keep me in control of my content. ππ Falling asleep to audiobooks has never been easier β this app's soothing voices π΄π§ ListenBook Pro's tone adjustment feature is fascinating. I can alter the reader's voice to match my moodβwhat a creative addition!
Mr. Wholesome
The app's design is sleek and modern β it's a pleasure to navigate. ListenBook's library organization and book groups make managing my collection effortless.
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