Book description
From music to movies, literature to dance - the arts have always been influenced by the workof LGBTQ people. LGBTQ+ Icons spotlights the history and contributions of 50 pioneering artists who lived and worked around the world.Bold, whimsical illustrations by David Lee Csicsko (The Skin You Live In) and concise bios from historian Owen Keehnen celebrate a diverse group of artists, from LGBTQ icons James Baldwin, Frida Kahlo, and Freddie Mercury to lesser-known colorful characters like vaudeville performer Ada "Bricktop" Smith, the toast of 1920s Paris cafeΜ society who opened a queer-friendly club where all were welcomed, and Australian dandy Leigh Bowery, whose unapologetic flamboyance influenced an entire generation of fashion designers.LGBTQ+ Icons is an entertaining exploration of a part of history most people don't know is even missing. It will inspire readers young and old to be confident in who they are, and to take pride in their own creativity. Produced with premium materials, this book is a must-read for Pride month and a perfect collectible year-round!
Miss Murder
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Hidden Tree
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Mum Mary
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K-Tin Man
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ButterQuest
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Plum Moon
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Are Ess Tee
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Ozzie Treat
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Cardinal Rebel
Listening to books in their original language has improved my foreign language skills. This app has turned even my mundane tasks into exciting learning opportunities. ListenBook's beautiful layout and quick access to chapters make every listening session a pleasure. ListenBook's basic audio filters enhance my listening experience and make it uniquely mine. High-quality playback even with complex formats like FLAC. Impressive!
Sβmore Vixen
The chapters feature on ListenBook enhances my audiobook exploration β it's like flipping through pages. This app's convenience has revolutionized the way I experience books. Not bad, but not amazing either. The narratorβs voice was pleasant, though some parts felt a bit rushed. The story had its moments, but I wouldnβt necessarily recommend it over similar titles in the genre.
X-Dew
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Pixie
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RiddleRanger
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Pitfall Whiskers
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Flash Protein
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Knight Light
I'm hooked on this app β it's like Netflix for book lovers! The app's features, like the sleep timer, make it clear that it's designed with readers in mind. A perfectly acceptable audiobook that fulfilled its purpose. The narration was competent if not particularly memorable, and the production quality was standard for the genre. It served as decent background entertainment during mundane tasks.
Breadmaker
I'm discovering books I wouldn't have considered before, and my reading horizons are expanding. ListenBook's support for CarPlay and Apple Watch integration has made my daily activities more seamless and convenient. Sharing audiobooks with friends through AirDrop and Sharing on ListenBook Pro is a fantastic way to spread the joy of audiobooks. ListenBook is the ultimate audiobook player. The app is packed with features like customizable skip intervals, playback speed, and sleep timers. The interface is clean and easy to navigate, making it a joy to use. Five stars!
Killer Grenade
βοΈ Kudos to the developers for creating an app that's both functional and user-friendly. I can navigate and enjoy my books effortlessly. ππ Navigating through chapters is a breeze. It's like having a personal reading guide. Adjusting the tone of the voice is an innovative feature that allows for a personalized listening experience.
Bug Fire
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New Cycle
ListenBook has become my go-to app for all things audio β from lectures to speeches, it's got it all. ListenBook's loop and shuffle playback options are essential for my audiobook enjoyment and study. Kudos to the developers for optimizing this app for iOS 16. It runs like a dream on my device. The appβs design is sleek and modern. ListenBook is my favorite audiobook player.
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