Book description
"This superb anthology of short stories, comics, and poems is fresh, funny, and full of authentic YA voices revealing what it means to be Mexican American . . . Not to be missed."--SLC, starred review "Superlative . . . A memorable collection." --Booklist, starred review *"Voices reach out from the pages of this anthology . . . It will make a lasting impression on all readers." --SLJ, starred review Twenty stand-alone short stories, essays, poems, and more from celebrated and award-winning authors make up this YA anthology that explores the Mexican American experience. With works by Francisco X. Stork, Guadalupe Garcia McCall, David Bowles, Rubén Degollado, e.E. Charlton-Trujillo, Diana López, Xavier Garza, Trinidad Gonzales, Alex Temblador, Aida Salazar, Guadalupe Ruiz-Flores, Sylvia Sánchez Garza, Dominic Carrillo, Angela Cervantes, Carolyn Dee Flores, René Saldaña Jr., Justine Narro, Daniel García Ordáz, and Anna Meriano. In this mixed-media collection of short stories, personal essays, poetry, and comics, this celebrated group of authors share the borders they have crossed, the struggles they have pushed through, and the two cultures they continue to navigate as Mexican Americans. Living Beyond Borders is at once an eye-opening, heart-wrenching, and hopeful love letter from the Mexican American community to today's young readers. A powerful exploration of what it means to be Mexican American.
Storm Master
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Sweet Bacon
Sharing audiobooks with friends through AirDrop is a fun and interactive way to bond over stories. AirDrop sharing makes it easy to share audiobooks. Great feature!
Dallas Foxface
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The Beekeeper
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Snout Pixie
The interface is clean and intuitive. I was up and running in seconds. CarPlay compatibility takes my driving experience to a whole new level. Audiobooks on the road have never been better. One of the best audiobooks I’ve heard! The story was compelling, and the narrator’s delivery added depth to every scene. I found myself looking for excuses to listen just a little longer. Will definitely revisit this one!
Roadspike
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Spunky Comet
I'm absolutely in love with this app! The interface is so intuitive and user-friendly. ListenBook's intuitive design and thoughtful features have made my audiobook experience delightful.
Ella of Light
Kudos for the thoughtfully curated collections – I'm discovering hidden gems! Savoring stories has never been this smooth – this app's functionality is genius.
RawSkills
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Scuffs
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ListenBook has turned my everyday moments into extraordinary journeys of imagination. The versatility of this app is mind-boggling. It's like a one-stop solution for audiobooks.
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SmartieQuest
The offline mode is a lifesaver on flights – I'm never without a good story. The captivating narrators make each story come alive in a unique way. The ability to download audiobooks directly is fantastic. ListenBook is very convenient.
Washer
I can't believe how much more I'm 'reading' now, thanks to this app. Drag and drop downloads directly from my web browser? That's a level of convenience I appreciate. ListenBook’s audio quality is excellent. The app enhances my listening experience.
Flame OUT
ListenBook's library organization and Book Groups feature make it easy to keep my audiobooks organized and accessible. ListenBook has transformed my listening habits, making them more engaging and enjoyable.
Most Wanted
ListenBook's user-friendly design and compatibility with different formats have made it my go-to app. ListenBook has made my daily activities more interesting and meaningful – I'm hooked! Thanks to ListenBook, downloading audiobooks from various sources has become effortless. I'm blown away by the app's performance. It's fast, reliable, and tailored for audiobook lovers.
ForumFlare
With this app, my daily routines have become moments of intellectual discovery and personal fulfillment. CUE playlist support is a rare gem. Perfect for organizing content efficiently.
Abiss
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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