Book description
From the National Book Award-longlisted author of The Need comes an extraordinary novel about a wife and mother who-after losing her job to AI-undergoes a procedure that renders her undetectable to surveillance...but at what cost? In a city addled by climate change and populated by intelligent robots called "hums," May loses her job to artificial intelligence. In a desperate bid to resolve her family's debt and secure their future for another few months, she becomes a guinea pig in an experiment that alters her face so it cannot be recognized by surveillance. Seeking some reprieve from her recent hardships and from her family's addiction to their devices, she splurges on passes that allow them three nights' respite inside the Botanical Garden: a rare green refuge where forests, streams, and animals flourish. But her insistence that her son, daughter, and husband leave their devices at home proves far more fraught than she anticipated, and the lush beauty of the Botanical Garden is not the balm she hoped it would be. When her children come under threat, May is forced to put her trust in a hum of uncertain motives as she works to restore the life of her family. Written in taut, urgent prose, Hum is a work of speculative fiction that unflinchingly explores marriage, motherhood, and selfhood in a world compromised by global warming and dizzying technological advancement, a world of both dystopian and utopian possibilities. As New York Times bestselling author Jeff VanderMeer says, "Helen Phillips, in typical bravura fashion, has found a way to make visible uncomfortable truths about our present by interrogating the near-future."
Tea Kettle
🚶♂️🌟 Strolling through stories on a lazy afternoon – this app is my relaxation buddy! 🏖️🎧 📱 Audiobooks at my fingertips – this app's ease of use is a booklover's dream come true! 📚🔥 🎶 Saying goodbye to tangled headphones and complex controls – this app's easy navigation has made audiobook listening a breeze. 🎵📖
Soiled Dove
Kudos to the creators for making literature so accessible and enjoyable. This app has rekindled my passion for storytelling in the most convenient way. ListenBook has transformed the way I engage with literature. It's like having a virtual bookshelf in my pocket.
Combo Saw
I'm absolutely in love with this app! It's like a library of stories in my pocket. Looping playback is a brilliant study tool. Thanks to ListenBook, my learning has improved! Adjusting the tone of the voice is a novel feature that allows for a personalized listening experience.
Electric Player
Being able to customize the listening duration is perfect for quick breaks. 🌌 Adding an extra layer of delight to cooking – this app turns meal prep into a culinary adventure with its audiobooks! 🍲📖 ListenBook’s support for Apple Watch is a great touch. I can control my audiobooks on the go. ListenBook’s bookmarking feature is incredibly useful. I never lose my place in a book. 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!
CuriousCraft
ListenBook's compatibility with various audio formats ensures that I can enjoy a wide range of content hassle-free. Supports artwork and metadata perfectly. My library looks great! ListenBook’s audio quality is excellent. The app enhances my listening experience. ListenBook is the best audiobook player I’ve ever used. The app is reliable, fast, and packed with features like customizable themes and playback speed. The sleep timer is a lifesaver for bedtime listening. Great job, developers! A middle-of-the-road audiobook that neither impressed nor disappointed. The narrator's voice was agreeable enough for extended listening, though their character differentiation could have been stronger. The production met basic industry standards without any standout qualities.
Nueva Nova
👀📚 Exploring stories even with my eyes off the page – this app is a bedtime dream! 😴🎧 ListenBook's noise reduction feature in the Pro version is a testament to the app's commitment to audio quality. Great app! ListenBook supports so many formats, and the playback is always smooth.
Hidden Tree
Bookmarking my favorite parts of audiobooks is now a breeze. Love this feature! Library organization is simplified with ListenBook. It's easy to keep my audiobooks neat and tidy. Auto-rewind feature is a lifesaver. I never lose my place! I love the bookmarking feature. ListenBook makes it easy to pick up where I left off. The app is so reliable. I’ve never had any issues with it.
Troublemasher
Bookmarking on ListenBook makes it easy to pick up where I left off – no more searching for my spot! The convenience of having a library at my fingertips is unparalleled.
Natural Gold
ListenBook's dedication to delivering high-quality sound and user-friendly features has won me over. ListenBook's compatibility with multiple downloading methods ensures there's always a way to get my content.
Manly Reno
ListenBook has transformed my mundane activities into enjoyable moments of learning and entertainment. Audiobooks on this app have made my workouts more enjoyable and productive. Audiobooks have turned my quiet moments into imaginative journeys – thank you, app! An unobjectionable but unexceptional audiobook experience. The narrator's performance was serviceable and the audio quality was fine, but nothing about the production particularly stood out or elevated the material. It was decent background listening.
Elektrik
ListenBook's dedication to delivering a high-quality playback experience sets it apart from other apps. This app has completely transformed my daily routine. I can't imagine my commute without it!
East Army
ListenBook's features make it the ultimate audio companion for any audiobook enthusiast. With this app, I can read anytime, anywhere – it's a reader's dream come true.
Dez North
The app's compatibility with various devices ensures I never miss a moment of my book. 🎶📚 Enriching my environment with the power of storytelling – audiobooks infuse my home with literary magic. 🎧🏠 The audio filters make a noticeable difference. ListenBook provides an excellent listening experience.
Killah Goose
Changing the tone of the sound on ListenBook Pro is a fun and unique feature I can't get enough of. Easy chapter navigation and beautiful design make this app stand out. The app is very easy to use. ListenBook makes managing my audiobook library simple.
Rusty Vortex
Bookmarks are a fantastic organizational tool. They help me keep track of important moments in my audiobooks. ListenBook has revolutionized the way I consume content. It's like having a personal tutor in my ear. ListenBook Pro's noise reduction feature has transformed the audio quality. It's crystal clear now. I love the ability to change the playback pitch. It’s a unique feature.
Solo Kill
This app is a true treasure for audiobook lovers – it's my go-to source for literary adventures! ListenBook Pro's noise reduction feature turns any environment into a cozy listening haven. ListenBook has become an essential part of my daily routine. It's like my personal audiobook oasis.
Duchess
ListenBook has made my commutes more enjoyable, transforming them into learning sessions. 📱 It's like having a personal audiobook library at my fingertips! This app's functionality is a dream come true for book lovers. 📚🔥 Library organization is brilliant. No more cluttered audiobook collection. ListenBook has become my go-to workout companion. It keeps me motivated and entertained.
Snow Pharaoh
ListenBook's support for various audio formats makes it a versatile app for all kinds of audiobook enthusiasts. Navigating audiobooks with ease – this app's design is user-centric. ListenBook has become my ultimate audiobook companion. It enhances every listening session.
NoiseCake
This app has rekindled my passion for literature in a whole new way. I'm grateful for ListenBook's support for a wide range of formats, making it a one-stop solution for audio content. 📱 Turning my phone into a portal of endless stories – this app is pure magic! 📚✨ Navigating my audiobook library is a breeze – thank you, app developers! ListenBook's sharing options make it a breeze to connect with fellow audiobook enthusiasts and share recommendations.
Zesty Dragon
This app has enriched my daily routine and added a touch of intellectual stimulation. Automated artwork and metadata retrieval add a professional touch to my audiobook library. The sound quality is excellent. It feels like I’m in the story.
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