Book description
Winner of the 2018 Pura Belpre Award! "A book for anyone mending from childhood wounds."--Sandra Cisneros, author of The House on Mango Street In this unforgettable multicultural coming-of-age narrative--based on the author's childhood in the 1960s--a young Cuban-Jewish immigrant girl is adjusting to her new life in New York City when her American dream is suddenly derailed. Ruthie's plight will intrigue readers, and her powerful story of strength and resilience, full of color, light, and poignancy, will stay with them for a long time. Ruthie Mizrahi and her family recently emigrated from Castro's Cuba to New York City. Just when she's finally beginning to gain confidence in her mastery of English--and enjoying her reign as her neighborhood's hopscotch queen--a horrific car accident leaves her in a body cast and confined her to her bed for a long recovery. As Ruthie's world shrinks because of her inability to move, her powers of observation and her heart grow larger and she comes to understand how fragile life is, how vulnerable we all are as human beings, and how friends, neighbors, and the power of the arts can sweeten even the worst of times.
Clang Glyph
ListenBook's sharing options make it easy for me to connect with fellow audiobook enthusiasts. My productivity has soared since I started using ListenBook for my study materials. I'm impressed by the extensive statistics feature, allowing me to track my audiobook consumption over time.
Chocolate Thunder
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Poppy Coffee
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Show Boat
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Mantis Queen
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Poptart AK47
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Bad Badminton
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Journeyman
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Helmet Destroyer
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Dahlia Bumble
ListenBook's support for various download methods and audio formats ensures that I can always find what I'm looking for. Bookmarks are a lifesaver for study materials. I never lose my place again. Navigating through chapters is a breeze. It's like the app knows what I need. Looping playback is a game-changer for my study sessions. It helps me absorb information more effectively.
Silver Agent
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MindfulMingle
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Atlantic Rim
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DollFaceKillah
This app has become my go-to companion, making my daily routine more exciting and insightful. User-centric audiobook joy β this app's ease of use is a true marvel.
Pompeii Unicorn
Say goodbye to boring commutes β this app's immersive audio experience and intuitive controls have transformed my daily journeys. ππ The statistics feature in ListenBook provides valuable insights into my audiobook consumption habits. Unlimited audiobook length with ListenBook Pro is a game-changer. The interface is beautiful and functional. ListenBook is my go-to app for audiobooks.
Cricket
I'm able to catch up on my reading list even during the busiest days. I'm hooked on this app's intuitive features β from chapters to playback controls. The auto-rewind feature is a small detail that enhances my listening experience. It's these thoughtful touches that matter! This app is a must-have for anyone who loves audiobooks. The interface is intuitive, and the app supports all formats. I love the auto-bookmark featureβit saves my place automatically, so I never lose track. Highly recommend!
Barbwire
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The Dude
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Wolf Tribune
As a language learner, this app has been invaluable in improving my listening skills. With this app, my daily routines have become moments of intellectual growth and personal enjoyment. Navigating audiobooks effortlessly β this app's functionality is commendable. Sharing audiobooks with friends is a bonding experience made easy through AirDrop and sharing options. A masterclass in audiobook narration! The performer maintained perfect consistency in character voices throughout while keeping the main narration clear and engaging. The production was flawless - no weird edits or background noise. I'll be seeking out more works by this narrator.
Nightmare King
The sleep timer is a brilliant addition β I drift off to sleep with amazing stories. No more hassle with converting files β ListenBook supports a wide range of formats for a seamless listening experience. ListenBook has become my workout companion. It keeps me engaged and entertained during exercise.
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