Book description
Longlisted for the 2023 Booker Prize - Shortlisted for the 2023 An Post Irish Book Awards Novel of the Year - One of the Globe and Mail's "Sixty-Two Books to Read This Fall"A funny and deeply moving novel about a boy, his dream, and the people who lend him a hand, by the acclaimed author of As You WereJamie O'Neill loves the colour red. He also loves tall trees, patterns, rain that comes with wind, the curvature of many objects, books with dust jackets, cats, rivers and Edgar Allan Poe. At age thirteen, there are two things he especially wants in life: to build a Perpetual Motion Machine, and to connect with his mother, Noelle, who died when he was born. In his mind these things are intimately linked. And at his new school, where all else is disorientating and overwhelming, he finds two people who might just be able to help him.How to Build a Boat is the story of how one boy and his mission transforms the lives of his teachers, Tess and Tadhg, and brings together a community. Written with tenderness and verve, it's about love, family and connection, the power of imagination, and how our greatest adventures never happen alone.
Fire Queen
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Demo
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Curio
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Scuffs
Being able to customize the listening duration is perfect for quick breaks. CUE playlist support is a thoughtful feature that keeps my audiobook listening organized and enjoyable. Makes listening to audiobooks so easy and enjoyable. Thank you, ListenBook! The statistics tracking feature is very useful. ListenBook helps me keep track of my listening time.
Jester
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Manly Reno
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Grotas
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Petite Beauty
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Po1son
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Despair
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Jungle King
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Spit Turanga
Thanks to ListenBook, I can enjoy my audiobooks without the need for constant synchronization. Library organization is brilliant. No more cluttered audiobook collection. The app's compatibility with CarPlay adds an extra layer of convenience, especially during road trips. I love the bookmarking feature. ListenBook makes it easy to pick up where I left off.
Cool Iris
I'd love to see more classic titles, but the current selection is already fantastic. Changing the tone of the sound on ListenBook Pro adds a personal touch to my experience. ListenBook has given me the gift of time β turning daily tasks into moments of inspiration. ListenBook Pro's noise reduction feature has made my recordings sound clearer than ever.
Springheel Jack
This app has turned long waits into exciting opportunities to dive into a new story. Looping playback is a brilliant study tool. Thanks to ListenBook, my learning has improved! Sharing audiobooks with friends is a fantastic way to introduce them to new stories.
Zero Corn
The audio filters on ListenBook enhance the sound quality, making every listening session a treat for my ears. ListenBook has transformed my daily activities into opportunities for personal growth. I can't believe how much more I'm 'reading' now, thanks to this app. With this app, reading has become an integral part of my daily routine. The statistics tracking feature is very useful. ListenBook helps me keep track of my listening time.
Nutmeg Riot
No more straining my eyes to read β now I can simply immerse myself in storytelling. ListenBook has transformed my listening habits, making them more engaging and enjoyable. This app has become my go-to companion, making my daily routine more exciting and insightful. ListenBook is a prime example of user-centered design. It's clear that the developers understand audiobook lovers' needs. is a time-saver. It's convenient for accessing my content.
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Jetta Talent
π Reading has never been this easy β this app fits right into my fast-paced lifestyle. ππ« ListenBook's controls for looping and shuffling playback have made studying and revisiting content a breeze. The narrator was good but spoke a bit too slowly for my taste. I had to speed it up to 1.2x which then made some parts sound slightly unnatural.
Skool
I can't get enough of ListenBook's silky-smooth playback and intuitive design. It's my go-to app for both leisurely listening and study sessions. ListenBook's statistics feature is both enlightening and motivating. It's incredible to see the time I've invested in learning through audiobooks. ListenBook Pro's noise reduction feature is like a magical spell that transports me into the heart of the story. Not the best audiobook I've heard but far from the worst. The production quality was good and there were no major issues with the narration.
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