Book description
Named a Best Book by: The Globe and Mail, Indigo, Out Magazine, Audible, CBC, Apple, Quill & Quire, Kirkus Reviews, Brooklyn Public Library, Writers' Trust of Canada, Autostraddle, Bitch, and BookRiot. Finalist for the 2019 Lambda Literary Award, Transgender NonfictionNominated for the 2019 Forest of Reading Evergreen AwardWinner of the 2018 Alcuin Society Awards for Excellence in Book Design - Prose Non-Fiction "Cultural rocket fuel." --Vanity Fair "Emotional and painful but also layered with humour, I'm Afraid of Men will widen your lens on gender and challenge you to do better. This challenge is a necessary one--one we must all take up. It is a gift to dive into Vivek's heart and mind." --Rupi Kaur, bestselling author of The Sun and Her Flowers and Milk and Honey A trans artist explores how masculinity was imposed on her as a boy and continues to haunt her as a girl--and how we might reimagine gender for the twenty-first century. Vivek Shraya has reason to be afraid. Throughout her life she's endured acts of cruelty and aggression for being too feminine as a boy and not feminine enough as a girl. In order to survive childhood, she had to learn to convincingly perform masculinity. As an adult, she makes daily compromises to steel herself against everything from verbal attacks to heartbreak. Now, with raw honesty, Shraya delivers an important record of the cumulative damage caused by misogyny, homophobia, and transphobia, releasing trauma from a body that has always refused to assimilate. I'm Afraid of Men is a journey from camouflage to a riot of colour and a blueprint for how we might cherish all that makes us different and conquer all that makes us afraid.
Rusty Vortex
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ZenaCake
Audiobook enjoyment redefined β this app's design focuses on the essentials. As a busy individual, I appreciate ListenBook's versatility in downloading audio files from various sources. It's a time-saver for sure! ListenBook has transformed my daily commute. I look forward to my journeys with this app by my side. Beautiful design and intuitive interface. Very user-friendly. The app is perfect for people with busy schedules. I can listen on the go.
Casanova
I've become a more empathetic listener thanks to the emotional depth of audiobooks. Binaural audio processing reduces fatigue during long listening sessions. A fantastic feature! ListenBookβs interface is clean and intuitive. Itβs a joy to use. The app is so versatile. It works with all my audiobook formats.
Mindless Bobcat
Language courses on audiobooks helped me pick up a new language effortlessly. Audiobook enjoyment has become an integral part of my routine, thanks to this app's seamless integration and user-friendly design. A must-have! ππ±
NightWonka
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Undergrad Split
Shuffle playback is a fun feature. It keeps me engaged with my audiobooks. As someone who struggles to focus on audiobooks, this kept my attention the whole way through. The narrator's clear diction and expressive delivery were perfect.
Athena Star
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Granola
Frequent updates ensure there's always something new and exciting to listen to. I'm addicted to this app's seamless performance and impressive library.
Leaf Assassin
I'm amazed at how immersive the experience is β it's like being inside the story. This app has made me appreciate the art of storytelling even more. This app has enriched my daily routine and added a touch of intellectual stimulation. Iβm so impressed with ListenBook. The app is reliable, fast, and packed with features like customizable themes and playback speed. The sleep timer is a lifesaver for bedtime listening. Highly recommend this app! 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.
Soiled Dove
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Freeway
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QuestWeaver
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JK Friend
With this app, audiobook listening has become a convenient and enjoyable part of my everyday life. The variety of supported formats means I can enjoy audiobooks from different sources hassle-free. ListenBookβs playback is silky-smooth. The app never glitches. The app is perfect for people who love to multitask. I can listen while cooking.
Spooky Electric
ListenBook Pro offers an unbeatable deal β unlimited audiobook length and noise reduction. This is exactly what I look for in an audiobook! The narrator's pleasant voice and excellent diction made even complex passages easy to follow. I appreciated the subtle but effective use of pauses and emphasis that added depth to the listening experience. Finished it in record time because I couldn't stop listening. The subtle background music at key moments enhanced the experience without being distracting. More audiobooks should use this technique when appropriate!
21st Street
ListenBook's multiple ways to download audio, including from the internet, are a game-changer. 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!
Winded On Friday
This app has transformed my screen time into valuable learning and entertainment. This app has transformed my daily routine into moments of literary delight. Sharing audiobooks via AirDrop is incredibly convenient. Great feature!
3D Waffle
Listening to audiobooks has never been this convenient and enjoyable! Audiobooks made accessible β this app's ease of use is a true blessing.
Most Wanted
With ListenBook, I've unlocked a world of educational and entertaining content right at my fingertips. Audiobooks have become a part of my self-care routine, thanks to this app. π‘ This app is a brilliant way to squeeze in reading time amidst my busy schedule! π±π©βπ³ π Indulging in soothing bedtime stories β this app is my nightly retreat into imagination. ππ No need for file conversion is a game-changer. Love using ListenBook on my iPhone.
Trixie Doodle
The 'Explore' feature has introduced me to authors I might never have discovered otherwise. The Looping playback and Shuffle features on ListenBook help me customize my listening sessions to my liking. This app has reignited my love for literature and made it a part of my everyday life. Great app for audiobook enthusiasts. ListenBook supports a wide range of formats. What a delightful listening experience! The narrator's timing was impeccable, knowing exactly when to pause for effect or let the words flow. Their character voices were distinct yet natural - no over-the-top accents or distracting vocal tics. The audio quality was consistently excellent.
Lady In Red
I'm addicted to the personalized recommendations β it's like the app knows me! Audiobooks on this app have made my morning rituals something to look forward to. I can't get enough of this app β it's a true game-changer for book lovers. Effortlessly enjoying audiobooks on the go β kudos to this app's functionality. Quick access to chapters and controls makes ListenBook a joy to use. It's a seamless experience.
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