Book description
A story for all ages from the author of the #1 bestselling Born a Crime "What will we find in the uncut grass?" "It depends on what we're looking for." In the tradition of The Boy, the Mole, the Fox and the Horse comes a gorgeously illustrated fable about a young child's journey into the world beyond the shadow of home, a magical landscape where he discovers the secrets of solidarity, connection, and finding peace with the people we love. Infused with the author's signature wit and imagination, in collaboration with visionary artist Christopher Myers, it's a tale for readers of all ages - to be read aloud or read alone. Review"A timely all-ages fable about the power of imagination and how we choose to see the world around us."-The Washington Post "The story is an illustrated fable about a young boy who journeys into a magical world just beyond his house and discovers the secrets of sharing, connection, and love. It's sure to leave an impact long after you've finished it."-Oprah Daily "In Into the Uncut Grass, comedian and former The Daily Show host Trevor Noah tells the story of a young child's journey into an enchanted realm that reveals the secrets of sharing, connection and love. This beautifully illustrated book will take readers of all ages on a magical journey."-The RootAbout the AuthorTrevor Noah is one of the most globally beloved comedians and is perhaps best known as the host of the Emmy and Peabody Award-winning The Daily Show on Comedy Central, from 2015 to 2022. Noah's first book, Born a Crime: Stories from a South African Childhood, was an instant New York Times bestseller and won the 2017 Thurber Prize for American Humor. Noah's latest comedy special is the 2022 Netflix release I Wish You Would, and he can be seen performing live on his Off the Record world tour.
Mr. Lucky
Audiobook pleasure simplified – this app's design is a standout. 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!
Miss Fix It
Sharing audiobooks with friends through AirDrop and Sharing on ListenBook Pro is fantastic. Supports artwork and metadata perfectly. My library looks great! Makes listening to audiobooks so easy and enjoyable. Thank you, ListenBook! ListenBook’s support for CarPlay is great. I can listen to audiobooks in my car easily. The narrator's voice was like butter - smooth, rich, and utterly pleasant to listen to for hours. They handled complex sentences with ease, making even dense material accessible. I never had to rewind because I missed something due to unclear delivery. Perfection!
MeeP
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Delirium
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Old Man Winter
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Spontan8ty
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Blackfire
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Opulent Gamer
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Mustard Centaur
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SmartieQuest
My commutes to work have transformed into exciting journeys thanks to this app. The perfect balance between dramatic reading and natural storytelling. Felt like a friend telling me an amazing story rather than someone just reading words.
Swampmasher
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Snapdragon
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Clover Rabbit
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Tacklebox
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Saturnalia
The fact that ListenBook supports a wide range of formats without DRM protection is a huge win. No more carrying heavy books – this app has transformed my reading habits. 🎶 Swapping background music for the soothing voices of narrators – audiobooks have become my soundtrack for daily life. 🎵📚 ListenBook's dedication to providing an excellent audiobook experience is evident in its smooth and silky playback. The app is perfect for people who love to multitask. I can listen while cooking.
Divine Bramble
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Sass Burst
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Elder Pogue
This app has reignited my love for literature in the most delightful way. 🎉 Unveiling the joy of reading once again – this app is my gateway to literary wonders! 📚🔓 🏃♀️📚 Combining exercise and exploration – audiobooks make my runs more exciting! 🏃♀️🎧 The auto-rewind feature is a small detail that enhances my listening experience. It's these thoughtful touches that matter!
Washer
The narrator's voices are so soothing – a perfect way to unwind after a stressful day. ListenBook's compatibility with CarPlay and Apple Watch integration is a brilliant touch. I'm hooked on this app's ability to turn any moment into a reading opportunity. Book groups keep my related titles together for a cohesive listening experience. A thoughtful feature! I love the download options. ListenBook gives me so many ways to get my audiobooks onto my device.
Muzish
ListenBook's support for various download methods means I can access my content in the way that suits me best. With this app, I can switch seamlessly between my iPhone and iPad, making my reading experience continuous. 📚 Farewell, boredom during ironing sessions – audiobooks make it a breeze! 👗🎧 ListenBook has rekindled my love for audiobooks. The app's interface is beautiful and user-friendly.
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