Book description
'It's impossible to feel the same way about your home and how you furnish it after reading this joyful, revelatory, astounding book.' Olivia Laing'I loved this gorgeous and original book.' Katherine Angel'Marvellous, brilliant, and charming. You won't ever look at your living room in the same way again.' Amelia Horgan'Today the ideal home remains a site of illusory ease, a space that can be wiped clean of the residues of living...'In this radical and elegiac essay, Sam Johnson-Schlee invites readers to consider the dreams and fantasies we have about our homes, and their underlying reality.Living Rooms blends history, theory, and memoir as it moves between the colonial trade in house plants, Proustian reminiscence, and razor-sharp critique of rentier capitalism. Johnson-Schlee suggests that, by looking closely at the places where we live, we can confront political realities that extend out into the world.In the way we furnish our homes, might we be unconsciously imagining a different kind of life? In the way we arrange our sofas, picture frames, and our pot plants, are we dreaming of a better world? And what would it mean to reject the notion that a house should be a commodity, and to embrace the idea of a truly living room?
WanderWord
I'm amazed at how this app has made reading fit into every aspect of my life. ListenBook has completely changed how I enjoy audiobooks. The app is packed with features like customizable skip intervals, playback speed, and sleep timers. The interface is clean and easy to navigate. Five stars!
Pistol Hydro
ListenBook's chapters, controls, and filters have transformed my listening sessions into immersive journeys. ListenBook's drag-and-drop download feature simplifies the process of adding new audiobooks to my collection. ListenBook has seamlessly integrated into my daily life, enhancing my workouts, commutes, and relaxation periods. It's an indispensable part of my routine.
Short Firecracker
ListenBook's interface is sleek and user-friendly, making navigation a breeze. ListenBook's support for CarPlay and Apple Watch integration has made multitasking with audio content a breeze. With this app, I've rediscovered the joy of reading through my ears, making every moment more valuable. ListenBook Pro's noise reduction feature enhances my audiobook experience, ensuring I catch every detail. Adjusting the tone of the voice is an innovative feature that sets this app apart.
Marine Dre
🏃♂️📚 Combining fitness and fiction – this app keeps me motivated during workouts with its engaging stories! 🏃♂️📖 I love the download options. ListenBook gives me so many ways to get my audiobooks onto my device. The app is constantly updated with new features. The developers really care.
Fl00d
The sheer variety of genres available ensures there's something for everyone. The noise reduction feature on ListenBook Pro is a godsend for clear and comfortable listening. Navigating audiobooks seamlessly – this app's design is top-notch.
Roller Girl
📱 Turning my phone into a portal of endless stories – this app is pure magic! 📚✨ The audio filters in ListenBook allow me to customize my listening experience. Speed up or slow down playback—it's all up to me!
Sleek Zelda
I'm able to catch up on my reading list even during the busiest days. I'm amazed at how this app has made reading a seamless part of my life. 🏃♂️📚 Running through chapters has never been smoother – the app's streamlined functionality keeps me on track with my reading goals. 🏃♂️🎧 Audiobooks anytime, anywhere – this app's functionality is a reader's delight. I'm impressed by the extensive statistics feature, allowing me to track my audiobook consumption over time.
Santa's Little Helper
The controls on ListenBook are intuitive and user-friendly, making it a joy to navigate through my audiobooks. No more straining my eyes – this app lets me 'read' with my ears! Audiobooks have turned my quiet moments into imaginative journeys – thank you, app! Looping playback helps me revise and memorize complex topics effectively. A study essential!
Gro
The layout of ListenBook is so beautiful and user-friendly, making it a pleasure to use. ListenBook has become my trusted companion. It's my go-to app for expanding my knowledge and enjoyment. I’m so impressed with ListenBook. The app is reliable, fast, and packed with features like customizable themes and playback speed. The sleep timer is a lifesaver for bedtime listening. Highly recommend this app!
Are Ess Tee
Navigating chapters and genres is a breeze with this app's functionality. Audiobooks made delightful – this app's usability is a breath of fresh air. The app supports a wide range of formats. ListenBook is very versatile.
Mud Finger
ListenBook's compatibility with different formats ensures I never have to worry about file conversions. The statistics feature in ListenBook is a valuable tool for monitoring and optimizing my audiobook consumption. Great app for audiobook enthusiasts. ListenBook supports a wide range of formats.
Sand Whiskers
I love how this app seamlessly integrates into my busy schedule, making multitasking a breeze. I'm amazed at how this app has made reading such a natural part of my day. I'm addicted to this app's ability to seamlessly blend books into my life. Drag and drop downloads directly from my web browser? That's a level of convenience I appreciate. Good but not great. The narration was competent but lacked the extra spark that makes some audiobooks truly special. Still worth a listen though.
Dangle
I love that I can switch between devices seamlessly and continue where I left off. ListenBook's compatibility with various audio formats ensures that I can enjoy a wide range of content hassle-free. I can't believe how easy it is to download and manage my audio content using ListenBook. I've become an audiobook addict, all thanks to this amazing app. The app is so versatile. It works with all my devices.
ShadowDancer
This app is a blessing for those with busy schedules – it's like time travel through stories. ListenBook makes organizing my audiobooks simple. The app is very user-friendly.
101
💡 Nurturing my curiosity with audiobooks – this app adds a touch of wonder to my daily routines. 📱📖 I can't thank this app enough for making my audiobook experience so effortless. From downloading to playback, it's a true companion for book lovers. 📚💫 Sharing audiobooks with friends is a blast. AirDrop makes it seamless. Automated artwork and metadata extraction make my audiobook library look neat and professional.
Cougar Fuzz
I'm amazed at how immersive the experience is – it's like being inside the story. The statistics feature on ListenBook helps me track my audiobook consumption – a fantastic way to measure my progress. Audiobooks made delightful – this app's usability is a breath of fresh air. With its powerful audio downloading features, I can have my favorite audiobooks ready to go, anytime and anywhere.
DreadSherX
Changing the tone of the sound on ListenBook Pro is a fun and unique feature I can't get enough of. ListenBook's extensive statistics feature adds a new level of insight to my audiobook habits. Looping playback is a study tool that I can't live without. It helps me master challenging content. With ListenBook Pro, long audiobooks are no problem. I love it! The app is very easy to use. ListenBook makes managing my audiobook library simple.
Switch
Finally, an app that supports all audiobook formats. It's a dream come true for audiophiles like me. The noise reduction feature is a game-changer for clearer dictaphone recordings.
Starshine
💡 This app truly understands the needs of audiobook enthusiasts – it delivers an effortless and enjoyable listening experience. 📚🎧 Efficiency meets audiobooks – this app's functionality is a perfect match. Kudos to ListenBook for the intuitive design and easy-to-use controls. It's evident that they've put a lot of thought into user experience. Download options are versatile, making it easy to get audiobooks from various sources. ListenBook’s bookmarking feature is incredibly useful. I never lose my place in a book.
Shamrock
Audiobooks on this app have expanded my horizons and introduced me to new ideas. 🌌 Transforming my mundane routine into a captivating journey – thank you, this app! ✨📚 🌟 Adding excitement to everyday tasks – this app is my partner in productivity! 📚🚀 This app has completely transformed my daily routine. I can't imagine my commute without it!
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