Book description
A national bestseller combining the emotional depth of The Art of Racing in the Rain with the magical spirit of The Life of Pi, "Lily and the Octopus is the dog book you must read this summer" (The Washington Post).Ted--a gay, single, struggling writer is stuck: unable to open himself up to intimacy except through the steadfast companionship of Lily, his elderly dachshund. When Lily's health is compromised, Ted vows to save her by any means necessary. By turns hilarious and poignant, an adventure with spins into magic realism and beautifully evoked truths of loss and longing, Lily and the Octopus reminds us how it feels to love fiercely, how difficult it can be to let go, and how the fight for those we love is the greatest fight of all. Introducing a dazzling and completely original new voice in fiction and an unforgettable hound that will break your heart--and put it back together again. Remember the last book you told someone they had to read? Lily and the Octopus is the next one. "Startlingly imaginative...this love story is sure to assert its place in the canine lit pack...Be prepared for outright laughs and searing or silly moments of canine and human recognition. And grab a tissue: "THERE! WILL! BE! EYE! RAIN!" (New York Newsday).
GoldTouch
Listening to audiobooks has made my daily commute more enjoyable and productive. This app is a must-have for any book lover on the go – it's my daily companion. ListenBook’s interface is clean and intuitive. It’s a joy to use.
Sun Lemon
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LunaStar
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Maple Destroyer
I love that ListenBook supports a wide range of formats, making my library diverse. I'm hooked on this app's effortless downloading process – I can have my favorite audiobooks in seconds. I'm amazed at how effortlessly I can immerse myself in stories with this app. I'm hooked on this app's effortless integration with my daily activities. ListenBook's drag-and-drop download feature from web browsers is incredibly convenient. Downloading audiobooks has never been this easy.
Moxie
Downloading over WiFi saves so much time. Very efficient. Elegant design and easy-to-navigate interface. Very pleased with ListenBook.
Pitfall
ListenBook's loop and shuffle playback options are essential for my audiobook enjoyment and study. I'm blown away by the attention to detail in every aspect of this app. Automatic extraction of artwork and metadata adds a touch of elegance to my audiobook collection. With ListenBook Pro, long audiobooks are no problem. I love it! This audiobook kept me company during a long road trip and made the miles disappear! The narrator's engaging performance and the crisp production quality made for an immersive experience. I appreciated how well they balanced drama with clarity - never sacrificing understanding for effect.
Dredd
I'm discovering books I wouldn't have considered before, and my reading horizons are expanding. This app has become my go-to companion, making my daily routine more exciting and insightful. 🎉 Rekindling my love for stories – this app's accessibility has reignited my passion! 📖🚀 Automated artwork and metadata extraction add a professional touch to my audiobook collection.
Freak
The ability to download audiobooks directly is fantastic. ListenBook is very convenient. This app is a must-have for audiobook enthusiasts. The ability to adjust skip intervals and playback speed is fantastic. I also love the auto-bookmark feature—it saves my place automatically, so I never lose track. Worth every penny!
Mammoth 2
Audiobooks have become my travel companions, and this app is my guide. As an audiobook enthusiast, this app is a dream come true. Its compatibility with various formats and easy navigation make it my ultimate reading companion. 🌟🎧
Tan Stallion
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Intimidation Station
ListenBook Pro's noise reduction feature has made my dictaphone recordings much more comfortable to listen to. ListenBook's support for CarPlay and Apple Watch integration has made multitasking with audio content a breeze. ListenBook has become an essential part of my daily routine. It's like having a library on my phone! ListenBook is the ultimate audiobook player. The app supports all formats, and the import process is seamless. I love the playback history feature—it’s so easy to revisit my favorite parts. Highly recommend this app!
Swampmasher
The 'Continue Listening' feature ensures I never lose my place, no matter where I am. I've become addicted to this app – in the best possible way!
Mad Irishman
ListenBook has made my daily activities more interesting and meaningful – I'm hooked! ListenBook's tone adjustment feature in the Pro version is a creative tool that adds a fun twist to my audiobook journey. Book groups help me keep series together and navigate my collection more efficiently. A great feature! ListenBook is a must-have for audiobook enthusiasts. It's reliable, versatile, and a pleasure to use.
Gothic Slacker
This app's compatibility with various formats ensures that I can enjoy my audiobooks hassle-free. I'm amazed at how this app has made my daily routines more enjoyable and intellectually stimulating.
Queen Bee
CUE playlist support is a fantastic feature that allows me to create curated listening experiences for different moods and settings. I love the ability to customize the skip buttons. It’s so convenient.
Undergrad
I've become so much more productive while cleaning or exercising – thanks to this app! 🎧 Audiobooks anywhere, anytime – this app's convenience is unbeatable! 🌟📚 Solid performance overall though some character voices sounded too similar. I occasionally got confused about who was speaking in dialogue-heavy scenes.
Electric Saturn
This app has made literature accessible and engaging for all ages. No more interruptions – the auto-rewind feature is a genius solution for seamless listening. The perfect balance between dramatic reading and natural storytelling. Felt like a friend telling me an amazing story rather than someone just reading words.
Virgo Moon
The 'Discover' section is a treasure trove for finding hidden literary gems. I'm amazed by ListenBook's smooth drag-and-drop downloads in my web browser – a time-saver! ListenBook Pro is worth every penny. The unlimited audiobook length is a dream come true.
Noh Noh
ListenBook's compatibility with CarPlay and Apple Watch adds convenience to my audiobook routine. I love the auto-bookmark feature. It saves my place automatically. I love the ability to change the playback pitch. It’s a unique feature.
Granola Dove
This app has reignited my love for literature and made it a part of my everyday life. 📱 No more lugging around heavy books – this app brings the library to my phone! 📚📱 Elegant design and easy-to-use interface. Very happy with ListenBook.
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