Book description
Portraits of icons from Maya Angelou to Viola Davis, collected alongside dazzling essays and criticism by the Women's Prize-shortlisted author of Ordinary People'A pleasure and an invigoration' Guardian'Every piece feels beautifully sewn together and complete' BERNARDINE EVARISTOCrafted over twenty-five years, I Want to Talk to You invites you into a conversation about literature, art and music, identity, grief and everything in betweenAs a young journalist, Diana Evans was catapulted overnight into the role of culture editor, going on to interview a roster of stars including Lauryn Hill, Viola Davis, Alice Walker and Edward Enninful.In these portraits of contemporary icons, the author remains the observer. Alongside them, in pieces collected here for the first time, we also see her turning the lens on herself. We watch as she dances on stages in London and travels through Cuba. We sit beside her desk as she develops her voice as a writer, shaped by her love for Jean Rhys, James Baldwin and Toni Morrison. We walk by her side as she navigates the world - her family and the midlife sandwich, reflections on fashion, yoga, the British monarchy and lockdowns, and the lasting impact of George Floyd and Grenfell.'Truly insightful, conversational and unique... Absolutely brilliant' ORE AGBAJE-WILLIAMS'Intimate and moving... Elegant in tone and finely wrought in form' EKOW ESHUN'A celebration of a career that has been anything but ordinary and an intellectual mind forever evolving' CHARLIE BRINKHURST-CUFF
Psycho Thinker
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StarZen
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Legacy
The ability to adjust the playback speed has made my commute even more efficient. This app has rekindled my passion for storytelling in the most convenient way. Solid performance overall though some character voices sounded too similar. I occasionally got confused about who was speaking in dialogue-heavy scenes.
Proper
Thanks to ListenBook's binaural audio processing, my extended listening sessions are fatigue-free. 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. 📚👏 Looping playback is a study aid sent from heaven. It's helping me ace my exams! Bookmarks are a lifesaver for my study materials. I can easily revisit important sections.
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Marshmallow
This app's playback controls and features make it a breeze to customize my listening experience. ListenBook has revolutionized my audiobook experience. It's my go-to app for literary adventures. The app is very user-friendly. ListenBook makes listening to audiobooks a breeze. Perfect narration for this genre! The voice actor’s tone matched the atmosphere of the book, enhancing the overall experience. No complaints—just a smooth, enjoyable listen from beginning to end.
DragonBlood
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Bones
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Shy Warrior
ListenBook's library organization and book groups help me keep my content neatly sorted. The ease of downloading content via WiFi, WebDAV, and more has made ListenBook my audiobook hub. I'm addicted to this app – it's like having a library in my pocket. This app's convenience has made me fall in love with audiobooks all over again.
Dance Bloom
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Sun Lemon
Being able to download audiobooks for offline listening is a game-changer. User-friendly audiobook experience – this app's design is a standout. No need to convert files anymore – ListenBook's seamless playback of various formats is a game-changer for audiobook enthusiasts like me!
Bowie
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Fire Queen
The 'Continue Listening' feature ensures I never lose my place, no matter where I am. CarPlay compatibility is a fantastic addition. It enhances my driving experience with seamless audiobook integration. ListenBook Pro's noise reduction feature has significantly improved the audio quality of my recordings.
RealmRanger
It's impressive how the app caters to both seasoned readers and newcomers. ListenBook's library organization and Book Groups feature make it easy to keep my audiobooks organized and accessible. ListenBook's looping playback, shuffle feature, and configurable controls make learning a breeze. I can't imagine my life without this app – it's my constant companion for literary adventures. Adjusting the tone of the narrator's voice is a unique touch – it's like having a personalized reading.
CoB@lt
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Petite Beauty
Sharing audiobooks with friends through AirDrop and Sharing on ListenBook Pro is a fantastic way to spread the joy of audiobooks. I can't get enough of this app's intuitive controls – it's the perfect way to indulge in audiobooks. This app's user-friendly controls and sleek design have made audiobook listening a truly immersive journey. ⏰ Starting my mornings with inspiration – audiobooks make waking up a joyous literary experience! ☀️🎧 The interface is sleek and user-friendly. Makes navigating through chapters a breeze.
Doz
The bookmark feature is a lifesaver – no more losing my place in the story! Noise reduction on ListenBook Pro is a revelation. It enhances the audio quality and makes listening comfortable. ListenBook has become my go-to app for exploring a diverse range of audiobooks. It offers a wide array of features that cater to different preferences and needs.
Zesty Dragon
With ListenBook, I can listen to my favorite audiobooks and speeches with the utmost comfort and convenience. ListenBook's support for binaural audio processing is a thoughtful touch that reduces listening fatigue. I can't imagine my life without this app – it's my daily dose of literary magic. I'm amazed at how this app has brought back the joy of reading into my daily routine – thank you! Quick access to chapters and smooth playback. Excellent app!
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