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A NEW YORK TIMES NOTABLE BOOK OF THE YEARA BEST BOOK OF THE YEAR: NPR, O Magazine, Vanity Fair, Los Angeles Times, Glamour, Shondaland, The New York Times Book Review, Boston Globe, Buzzfeed, Kirkus, Time, Good Housekeeping, InStyle, The Guardian, Literary Hub, Electric Literature, Self, The New York Public Library, Town & Country, Wired, Boston.com, Happy Mag, New Statesman, Vox, Shelf Awareness, Chatelaine, The Undefeated, Apartment Therapy, Brooklyn Based, The End of the World Review, Exile in Bookville, Lit Reactor, BookPage, i-DA FAVORITE BOOK OF THE YEAR: The New Yorker, Barack ObamaA BEST BOOK FOR HOLIDAY GIFTS: AV Club, Chicago Tribune, New York Magazine/The Strategist, The Rumpus WINNER of the NBCC John Leonard Prize, the Kirkus Prize, the Center for Fiction First Novel Prize, the Dylan Thomas Prize, and the VCU Cabell First Novelist Award AN INSTANT NEW YORK TIMES BESTSELLER NATIONAL INDIE BESTSELLER * LOS ANGELES TIMES BESTSELLER * WASHINGTON POST BESTSELLER "So delicious that it feels illicit . . . Raven Leilani's first novel reads like summer: sentences like ice that crackle or melt into a languorous drip; plot suddenly, wildly flying forward like a bike down a hill." --Jazmine Hughes, The New York Times Book Review "An irreverent intergenerational tale of race and class that's blisteringly smart and fan-yourself sexy." --Michelle Hart, O: The Oprah Magazine No one wants what no one wants.And how do we even know what we want? How do we know we're ready to take it? Edie is stumbling her way through her twenties--sharing a subpar apartment in Bushwick, clocking in and out of her admin job, making a series of inappropriate sexual choices. She is also haltingly, fitfully giving heat and air to the art that simmers inside her. And then she meets Eric, a digital archivist with a family in New Jersey, including an autopsist wife who has agreed to an open marriage--with rules. As if navigating the constantly shifting landscapes of contemporary sexual manners and racial politics weren't hard enough, Edie finds herself unemployed and invited into Eric's home--though not by Eric. She becomes a hesitant ally to his wife and a de facto role model to his adopted daughter. Edie may be the only Black woman young Akila knows. Irresistibly unruly and strikingly beautiful, razor-sharp and slyly comic, sexually charged and utterly absorbing, Raven Leilani's Luster is a portrait of a young woman trying to make sense of her life--her hunger, her anger--in a tumultuous era. It is also a haunting, aching description of how hard it is to believe in your own talent, and the unexpected influences that bring us into ourselves along the way.
Street Jolly
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Shadow Gal
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Sofa King
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Friday Ferrari
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The Final Judgement
ListenBook Pro's noise reduction feature has made my dictaphone recordings much more comfortable to listen to. I've never experienced such silky-smooth playback even with high-quality FLAC files.
Bleeker
ListenBook's support for various formats means I can explore a wide range of content without limitations. 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!
Gabriel Dandelion
ππ Embarking on literary journeys even with my eyes closed β bedtime stories have taken a new form with this app! π΄π§ Audiobook multitasking simplified β this app's functionality is truly commendable. Audiobooks on demand? Yes, please! With this app's diverse format support and easy downloads, my reading routine has reached new heights. ππ Noise reduction is magic. I can finally enjoy dictaphone recordings without discomfort.
CuriousCrafter
The app's reliability and ease of use make it a true gem in the world of audiobooks. Changing the tone of the sound on ListenBook Pro is a fun way to customize my listening experience. ListenBook's tone adjustment feature in the Pro version is a creative tool that adds a fun twist to my audiobook journey. Looping playback is a study tool that I can't live without. It helps me master challenging content. The app supports a wide range of formats. ListenBook is very versatile.
Goatee Shield
ListenBook's support for various download methods and audio formats ensures that I can always find what I'm looking for. ListenBook's support for CarPlay and Apple Watch integration has made multitasking with audio content a breeze.
Street Squirrel
An audiobook lover's dream come true. So many options, I'm in heaven! ListenBook has turned my daily routines into audiobook-driven journeys of imagination. The noise reduction feature in ListenBook Pro is a game-changer for enjoying clear recordings.
Most Wanted
Audiobooks have made my long drives enjoyable, and this app is my co-pilot. With this app, I've turned mundane chores into exciting opportunities for intellectual growth. The app's compatibility with CarPlay and Apple Watch enhances my listening experience on the go. Noise reduction and voice tone adjustment are excellent additions. The app is perfect for people who love to read but donβt have the time.
Cosmo
ListenBook's dedication to providing a top-quality audio player is evident in every aspect of the app. The auto-rewind feature is a small detail that makes a big difference. It enhances my listening experience. With ListenBook Pro, long audiobooks are no problem. I love it! ListenBookβs interface is clean and intuitive. Itβs a joy to use.
Microwave
Listening to audiobooks has turned mundane tasks into enjoyable experiences. Who needs traditional books when you have this app? It's a game-changer. I can't believe how convenient this app has made my reading experience.
Sun Washer
The diverse range of narrators adds a new layer of depth to each story. Audiobooks have become a source of inspiration and motivation, thanks to this app. πββοΈπ Running through chapters has never been smoother β the app's streamlined functionality keeps me on track with my reading goals. πββοΈπ§ Flawless support for various audio formats. Highly satisfied.
Overrun
Sharing audiobooks with friends through AirDrop and Sharing on ListenBook Pro is a social audiophile's dream. ListenBook Pro's noise reduction feature is a game-changer. It enhances the audio quality and ensures that I can immerse myself fully in the content. Auto-rewind is a brilliant feature. Never lose track of where I left off. The ability to download audiobooks directly is fantastic. ListenBook is very convenient.
Speedwell
ListenBook's customizable features, from playback speed to audio filters, cater to every audiobook lover's preferences. This app has made me realize that there's always time for a good book. Sharing audiobooks through AirDrop is a thoughtful and enjoyable way to share my favorite stories with friends and introduce them to new worlds of literature. ListenBookβs playback speed control is very useful. I can listen at my own pace.
Phoenix Sparrow
Language courses on audiobooks helped me pick up a new language effortlessly. The app's stability is impressive β it runs smoothly without any glitches. With ListenBook Pro, I can customize the tone of the sound to match my preferences β it's a fantastic touch. Audiobooks have become my travel companions, and this app is my guide. Downloading over WiFi saves so much time. Very efficient.
Twix Bond
This app is a book lover's dream come true β a vast library right at your fingertips. ListenBook's versatile controls and playback options have made my study sessions more productive and enjoyable. Unlocking a world of literary possibilities, this app's extensive compatibility and user-friendly controls have made audiobook enjoyment an everyday joy. π±π ListenBook's ability to extract artwork and metadata automatically adds a visual touch to my audiobook collection. The statistics tracking feature is very useful. ListenBook helps me keep track of my listening time.
Mallow Man
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Twix Esses
Navigating through my audiobook library is a joy with this app's intuitive interface and easy controls. It's like having a personal reading companion at my side. π±π Downloading over WiFi saves so much time. Very efficient. I love the statistics feature. Itβs fun to see how much Iβve listened.
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