Book description
"The book I wish I'd had growing up." --Chanel Miller, author of Know My NameBest Books of 2019: Esquire O, The Oprah Magazine Variety Lit Hub Book Riot Electric Literature Autostraddle Finalist: NBCC John Leonard First Book Prize Lambda Literary AwardNew York Times Book Review Editors' Choice SelectionPaste Best Memoirs of the DecadeElle Best Books of the SeasonWashington Post Best Books of the MonthIndie Next Pick Indies Introduce Pick A fearless debut. --New York Times[A] gorgeous reckoning. --Washington PostFlat out breathtaking. --Lit HubGripping and gloriously written. --ElleUtterly unforgettable. --NYLONUnnervingly satisfying. --Oprah MagazineDeeply compassionate. --NPR.orgTruly stunning. --Cosmopolitan Acclaimed literary essayist T Kira Madden's raw and redemptive debut memoir is about coming of age and reckoning with desire as a queer, biracial teenager amidst the fierce contradictions of Boca Raton, Florida, a place where she found cult-like privilege, shocking racial disparities, rampant white-collar crime, and powerfully destructive standards of beauty hiding in plain sight. As a child, Madden lived a life of extravagance, from her exclusive private school to her equestrian trophies and designer shoe-brand name. But under the surface was a wild instability. The only child of parents continually battling drug and alcohol addictions, Madden confronted her environment alone. Facing a culture of assault and objectification, she found lifelines in the desperately loving friendships of fatherless girls. With unflinching honesty and lyrical prose, spanning from 1960s Hawai'i to the present-day struggle of a young woman mourning the loss of a father while unearthing truths that reframe her reality, Long Live the Tribe of Fatherless Girls is equal parts eulogy and love letter. It's a story about trauma and forgiveness, about families of blood and affinity, both lost and found, unmade and rebuilt, crooked and beautiful. One of the Most Anticipated Books of the Year: Entertainment Weekly, Huffington Post, BuzzFeed, The Millions, Nylon, The Rumpus, Electric Literature, Lit Hub, Refinery29, and many more
NoiseCake
Who needs traditional books when you have this app? It's a game-changer. π§ Fueling my audiobook addiction with this fantastic app β pure listening pleasure! ππ₯ Iβm 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!
Mantis Queen
ποΈ This app's user-friendly interface has transformed my daily walks into immersive storytelling sessions. Kudos to the developers! πΆββοΈπ Simplifying audiobook adventures β this app's ease of use is a delight. The app's compatibility with various sources for audio download is a true time-saver. Adjusting the tone of the voice is a novel feature that allows for a personalized listening experience. ListenBookβs audio quality is excellent. The app enhances my listening experience.
Marshmallow
This app has turned my cooking sessions into culinary adventures with a side of stories. β° Starting my mornings with inspiration β audiobooks make waking up a joyous literary experience! βοΈπ§ ListenBook has transformed how I enjoy audiobooks. It's an indispensable part of my routine. Adjusting the tone of the voice is a game-changer. It's like customizing my listening experience. The app is so easy to set up. I was listening to my books in no time.
Gr8 Flick
π§ββοΈβ Savoring moments of tranquility with a cup of tea and captivating tales! π΅π Talk about convenience! This app's ease of use and support for multiple audio formats ensure that I can enjoy my favorite stories without any hassle. π±π Solid performance overall though some character voices sounded too similar. I occasionally got confused about who was speaking in dialogue-heavy scenes.
Mental Prophet
ListenBook's user-friendly interface and intuitive controls make it a joy to navigate through my audiobooks. Finally, an app that supports all audiobook formats! Flawless playback.
Beo
With ListenBook, my daily commutes have become a cherished time for learning and enjoyment. ListenBook has brought the joy of audiobooks back into my life in a whole new way. My study sessions are more efficient than ever, thanks to the looping playback and bookmark features.
Woo Woo
I've never been this excited about my daily commute β thank you, audiobooks! ListenBook is a game-changer! Finally, an app that lets me enjoy my favorite audio files with ease. This app's ease of use has made reading an integral part of my everyday life. Navigating my audiobook library is a breeze β thank you, app developers! The statistics tracking is a nice touch. ListenBook helps me keep track of my audiobook habits.
Marigold Loot
I love how this app makes even the most mundane tasks exciting with audio stories. Bookmarks are a must-have for any audiobook lover. They help me stay organized and engaged. The app is perfect for long flights. It keeps me entertained the whole time.
Baby Spell
ListenBook's focus on quality and user experience has made it my go-to app for audiobooks and educational content. This app is a treasure trove of knowledge, entertainment, and imagination. Audiobooks have become a staple in my routine, all thanks to this app's seamless integration and user-friendly design. It's a must-have for any book lover. ππ± The statistics tracking feature is eye-opening. I never realized how much time I spend on audiobooks until now! Looping playback is a game-changer for my study routine. It helps me retain information effectively.
Highway
ListenBook's audio filters and controls have revolutionized the way I enjoy my audio content. Listening stats feature keeps me motivated to read more. Love it! A serviceable audiobook that met basic expectations. The narration was clear if somewhat unremarkable, and the production quality was standard without any noticeable technical issues. It kept me moderately engaged during workouts but didn't leave a lasting impression.
Crazy Rox
User-centric audiobook joy β this app's ease of use is impressive. The interface is so clean and clutter-free. Itβs a pleasure to use.
Wild Tesla
ListenBook has made audiobook listening a personalized and enriching journey. π This app has turned my errands into exciting quests β I can conquer the grocery store while enjoying a book! ππ ListenBook has transformed the way I engage with literature. It's like having a virtual bookshelf in my pocket. ListenBook makes my commute enjoyable. The audio filters really enhance the listening experience.
Cool Law Topping
ListenBook has made my daily commutes so much more enjoyable. I look forward to listening every day! Supports all audio formats I use without issues. Very happy. I love how customizable the playback speed is. It makes listening so much more enjoyable. I love how I can create playlists. Itβs perfect for organizing my books.
Snout Pixie
ListenBook's compatibility with CarPlay and Apple Watch integration is a brilliant touch. πΆββοΈπ Strolling through stories on a lazy afternoon β this app is my relaxation buddy! ποΈπ§ π‘ This app is a brilliant way to squeeze in reading time amidst my busy schedule! π±π©βπ³ Sharing audiobooks with friends through AirDrop is a fun way to introduce them to captivating stories.
Vicious Street
π This app has ignited my passion for reading β I can't get enough of its convenience! ππ₯ πͺ Boosting my productivity with this app's efficient multitasking features β audiobook enjoyment while I conquer my to-do list! πΌπ§ π Accessing my favorite authors and genres is a breeze with this app's user-friendly functionality. π±π§ ListenBook has revolutionized my audiobook experience. I can't imagine going back! As someone who struggles to focus on audiobooks, this kept my attention the whole way through. The narrator's clear diction and expressive delivery were perfect.
SubWoof330
ListenBook has made my daily activities more interesting and meaningful β I'm hooked! With ListenBook, my audio content is organized, accessible, and ready to inspire me. ListenBookβs interface is clean and intuitive. Itβs a joy to use. Highly engaging! The combination of a well-written story and skilled narration made this audiobook hard to pause. I finished it much faster than I expected because I just couldnβt stop listening.
Osprey
I can't get enough of this app's user-friendly interface β it's a true delight. With this app, I'm rediscovering the joy of reading in the most convenient way. ListenBook is hands down the best audiobook player Iβve ever used. The interface is clean, intuitive, and packed with features like customizable playback speed and sleep timers. It supports all formats, which is a huge plus for me. Highly recommend!
Classy Dancer
I'm so grateful for this app β it's like having a personal storyteller wherever I go. This app is my secret weapon for making the most of my free time. The ability to play various audio formats without conversion is amazing. ListenBook is top-notch.
Sleek Assassin
I canβt believe how easy it is to manage my audiobook library with ListenBook. Highly recommended! The appβs design is sleek and modern. ListenBook is my favorite audiobook player. I've listened to hundreds of audiobooks, and this one stands out for its professional quality. The narrator struck the ideal balance between dramatic interpretation and letting the text speak for itself. The audio engineering was superb with consistent volume levels and crystal-clear recording.
Gamer Bean
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. ππ§ WiFi downloads save a lot of time. Great feature!
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