Book description
AN INSTANT NEW YORK TIMES BESTSELLER! - A Today Show #ReadWithJenna Book Club Pick"Sparkling." --The New York Times"An utterly charming and deeply moving portrait of the joys--and the guilt--of trying to find your own way in life." --Celeste Ng, #1 New York Times bestselling author of Our Missing Hearts "Lively, funny, poignant . . . Prepare to fall in love with Maddie. I did!" --Bonnie Garmus, #1 New York Times bestselling author of Lessons in Chemistry Maame (ma-meh) has many meanings in Twi but in my case, it means woman. It's fair to say that Maddie's life in London is far from rewarding. With a mother who spends most of her time in Ghana (yet still somehow manages to be overbearing), Maddie is the primary caretaker for her father, who suffers from advanced stage Parkinson's. At work, her boss is a nightmare and Maddie is tired of always being the only Black person in every meeting. When her mum returns from her latest trip to Ghana, Maddie leaps at the chance to get out of the family home and finally start living. A self-acknowledged late bloomer, she's ready to experience some important "firsts" She finds a flat share, says yes to after-work drinks, pushes for more recognition in her career, and throws herself into the bewildering world of internet dating. But it's not long before tragedy strikes, forcing Maddie to face the true nature of her unconventional family, and the perils--and rewards--of putting her heart on the line. Smart, funny, and deeply affecting, Jessica George's Maame deals with the themes of our time with humor and poignancy: from familial duty and racism, to female pleasure, the complexity of love, and the life-saving power of friendship. Most important, it explores what it feels like to be torn between two homes and cultures―and it celebrates finally being able to find where you belong. "Meeting Maame feels like falling in love for the first time: warm, awkward, joyous, a little bit heartbreaking and, most of all, unforgettable." --Xochitl Gonzalez, New York Times bestselling author of Olga Dies Dreaming
Roadspike
Effortlessly exploring audiobook worlds – this app's functionality is genius. The sleek and user-friendly interface makes navigating the app a breeze. It's a pleasure to use. 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!
Sugar Hiccup
Navigating through chapters has never been easier. It's a user-friendly delight. The subtle background music at key moments enhanced the experience without being distracting. More audiobooks should use this technique when appropriate!
Pinup Diva
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Toy Town
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Pixy Mox
I appreciate the minimal ads – it's all about uninterrupted enjoyment. Kudos to the developers! ListenBook's intuitive controls and features have made it my preferred choice for audiobooks.
Eye Candy Kitten
ListenBook's library organization features have transformed my chaotic audiobook collection into an organized masterpiece. ListenBook's thoughtful inclusion of chapters, controls, and filters has enhanced my audiobook experience. This app's dedication to providing high-quality narration has made all the difference. ListenBook's extensive format support makes it the ultimate audiobook app for any audiobook lover.
Osprey
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Black Fantastic
I love the auto-rewind feature after interruptions. No more searching for where I left off! Quick access to chapters and controls ensures a seamless listening experience with ListenBook. It's effortless to use. The interface is beautiful and functional. ListenBook is my go-to app for audiobooks.
Hobo Samurai
🎶📚 Enriching my environment with the power of storytelling – audiobooks infuse my home with literary magic. 🎧🏠 The app's performance is beyond impressive. It's like it's tailor-made for my device.
Blister
I'm hooked on ListenBook's silky-smooth playback, making my audio sessions truly enjoyable. Streamlining audiobook enjoyment – this app's functionality is truly impressive. The app’s design is sleek and modern. ListenBook is my favorite audiobook player. The app is perfect for language learners. The playback speed control is a game-changer. This served its purpose as background listening while I worked. I probably missed some details but the narrator's voice was pleasant enough.
Shay
Sharing audiobooks with friends through AirDrop and Sharing on ListenBook Pro is a social audiophile's dream. I'm blown away by ListenBook's ability to play diverse formats flawlessly – it's a game-changer. Library organization and book groups make managing my audiobook collection a breeze. ListenBook’s playback is silky-smooth. The app never glitches.
Referee
This app's compatibility with different file types means that my entire audiobook collection is at my fingertips. Library organization has never been this easy. My audiobook collection is finally tidy. The app is so intuitive. I didn’t even need to read the instructions. I love the ability to share my progress with friends. It’s a fun feature.
Rocky Highway
ListenBook's compatibility with CarPlay and Apple Watch enhances my audiobook experience during daily activities. The app's support for different audio formats is like a dream come true for audiophiles. Love how I can adjust playback speed and audio volume. ListenBook caters to all my needs. The app is perfect for people with busy schedules. I can listen on the go. ListenBook is the ultimate audiobook player. The app supports all formats, and the import process is seamless. I love the playback history feature—it’s so easy to revisit my favorite parts. Highly recommend this app!
Heavenly Connection
I'm finally making progress on my reading goals, thanks to this app's convenience. This app's convenience and ease of use have transformed my screen time into productive learning sessions. 🌌 Adding an extra layer of delight to cooking – this app turns meal prep into a culinary adventure with its audiobooks! 🍲📖 ListenBook Pro's tone adjustment feature is a playful addition that lets me tweak the audiobook experience. ListenBook has become my workout companion. It keeps me engaged and entertained during exercise.
Pexxious
ListenBook Pro's noise reduction feature is a true blessing for enjoying clear audio even in noisy environments. With this app, I've discovered the joy of learning while I'm on the move – it's like having a tutor by my side. 🎉 My audiobook haven – this app is like a door to endless adventures and knowledge! 📚🔑
Natural Gold
User-centric audiobook joy – this app's ease of use is impressive. I've never experienced such silky-smooth playback even with high-quality FLAC files.
JK Friend
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Sweetness
With ListenBook, my daily commutes have become a cherished time for learning and enjoyment. ListenBook has become my workout buddy. It's seamlessly integrated with Apple Watch. My audiobook collection has never been more organized. Library management is a breeze. I’ve tried several audiobook players, but ListenBook stands out for its reliability and ease of use. The equalizer and voice boost features make every book sound amazing. Plus, the dark mode is perfect for nighttime listening. Great job, developers!
Alley Fiend
ListenBook has revolutionized my audiobook experience. Now I can enjoy my favorite lectures and speeches with ease! ListenBook has brought the joy of audiobooks back into my life in a whole new way. 🚗📖 Transforming traffic jams into opportunities for literary exploration – this app keeps me engaged on the road! 🚗🎧
Murmur
The extensive statistics feature on ListenBook helps me track my audiobook consumption habits – so cool! ListenBook Pro offers amazing value with unlimited audiobook length and noise reduction features. ListenBook's powerful audio downloading features make it easy to keep my content at my fingertips. This app's convenience has transformed my screen time into meaningful reading sessions. Solid performance overall though some character voices sounded too similar. I occasionally got confused about who was speaking in dialogue-heavy scenes.
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