Book description
"A single mother's personal, unflinching look at America's class divide (Barack Obama)," this New York Times bestselling memoir is the inspiration for the Netflix limited series, hailed by Rolling Stone as "a great one." At 28, Stephanie Land's dreams of attending a university and becoming a writer quickly dissolved when a summer fling turned into an unplanned pregnancy. Before long, she found herself a single mother, scraping by as a housekeeper to make ends meet. Maid is an emotionally raw, masterful account of Stephanie's years spent in service to upper middle class America as a "nameless ghost" who quietly shared in her clients' triumphs, tragedies, and deepest secrets. Driven to carve out a better life for her family, she cleaned by day and took online classes by night, writing relentlessly as she worked toward earning a college degree. She wrote of the true stories that weren't being told: of living on food stamps and WIC coupons, of government programs that barely provided housing, of aloof government employees who shamed her for receiving what little assistance she did. Above all else, she wrote about pursuing the myth of the American Dream from the poverty line, all the while slashing through deep-rooted stigmas of the working poor. Maid is Stephanie's story, but it's not hers alone. It is an inspiring testament to the courage, determination, and ultimate strength of the human spirit. "A single mother's personal, unflinching look at America's class divide, a description of the tightrope many families walk just to get by, and a reminder of the dignity of all work." -PRESIDENT BARACK OBAMA, Obama's Summer Reading List
JK Friend
This app is my travel companion โ making long journeys enjoyable and insightful. ListenBook's library organization and book groups help me keep my content neatly sorted. ๐ Rekindling my love for reading โ this app has reintroduced me to the joy of books in a whole new way. ๐๐ฅ
CirrusFlash
This app has transformed my long flights into productive and enjoyable experiences. I can't get enough of this app's intuitive design and user-friendly interface.
Scrapper
Streamlined audiobook integration โ this app's usability is impressive. Say goodbye to cumbersome interfaces โ this app's intuitive controls and user-friendly design have elevated my audiobook experience to new heights. ๐ฑ๐ AirDrop sharing makes it easy to share audiobooks with friends. Sharing audiobooks via AirDrop is incredibly convenient. Great feature!
Petite Flurry
The family subscription option is a money-saver โ everyone gets to enjoy their favorite books. ๐ง This app has changed my reading game! Now I can 'read' while I work โ genius! ๐๐ผ Download via WiFi, WebDAV, iTunes โ options galore to suit everyone's preferences.
Squatch
The ability to switch between devices seamlessly is a game-changer for busy readers. ListenBook's commitment to delivering an exceptional audiobook experience is evident in its thoughtful features and design. With ListenBook, I can finally enjoy my audiobooks without worrying about format compatibility. It handles everything! ListenBook is packed with useful features. Itโs the best audiobook app Iโve used. The app is perfect for long commutes. It keeps me entertained for hours.
Spellbinder
I appreciate how ListenBook offers various methods for downloading audio โ it caters to different preferences. Iโve been using ListenBook for months, and itโs been a fantastic experience. The app is lightweight, doesnโt drain my battery, and works perfectly in the background. The equalizer and voice boost features are amazing. Highly recommend!
Kill Switch
Listening to audiobooks has become my ultimate way to unwind after a long day. This app has brought back the joy of reading, no matter how busy I am. ListenBook has enriched my life with a world of captivating stories and knowledge. It's not just an app; it's a portal to endless possibilities.
Lady Katniss
I never thought I'd enjoy audiobooks as much as I do now โ all thanks to this app. With this app, my audiobook library is organized and accessible, making my reading journey effortless. 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. ๐ฑ๐ Listening statistics motivate me to read more. Excellent feature!
Sleek Zelda
ListenBook has brought a whole new level of convenience and enjoyment to my audiobook experience. Listening to audiobooks has become a ritual, thanks to this incredible app. I love the compatibility with iOS 16. The app runs smoothly and flawlessly.
Sky Bully
Audiobooks made accessible โ this app's ease of use is a true blessing. Adjusting the tone of the voice is a unique and fun feature. I can customize the narration to my liking. ListenBook makes organizing my audiobooks simple. The app is very user-friendly. ListenBookโs audio quality is excellent. The app enhances my listening experience.
180
ListenBook Pro's noise reduction feature is like a magic wand, transforming noisy environments into serene listening spaces. The app is very easy to use. ListenBook makes managing my audiobook library simple. The app is so well-designed. Itโs clear the developers put a lot of thought into it.
Honey
Kudos to the creators for making literature so accessible and enjoyable. Audiobook enjoyment has never been this convenient. This app's sleek design and efficient organization ensure that every story is accessible and enjoyable. ๐๐
Hog Butcher
๐ช Juggling tasks while enjoying stories has never been easier โ this app's functionality is a multitasking marvel. ๐ผ๐ ListenBook Pro's tone adjustment feature is a playful addition that lets me tweak the audiobook experience. Great app! ListenBook supports so many formats, and the playback is always smooth. ListenBook is a game-changer for audiobook lovers. The app supports all formats, and the import process is seamless. I love the playback history featureโitโs so easy to revisit my favorite parts. Highly recommend this app!
Bridge Whip
I appreciate the option to listen to samples before committing to a book. ๐โโ๏ธ๐ Running through chapters has never been smoother โ the app's streamlined functionality keeps me on track with my reading goals. ๐โโ๏ธ๐ง ListenBook Pro is worth every penny. The unlimited audiobook length is a dream come true. It was fine. The narrator did an adequate job but nothing about the performance particularly stood out to me. Got me through my commute though.
Dove Dolce
This audiobook app is a true gem โ it brings stories to life with every click. This app has helped me achieve my reading goals and explore new genres effortlessly. ๐ก Enriching my daily routines with wisdom and wonder โ thank you, this app! ๐ฑ๐ ListenBook has transformed my daily activities into opportunities for learning and enjoyment. The intuitive interface and efficient navigation make this app a pleasure to use every day.
Lime
๐ช Flexing my reading muscles with this app's easy-to-use controls โ I'm devouring books while managing my busy schedule. ๐ผ๐ Noise reduction and voice tone changing are brilliant features.
Delirium
I'm blown away by the quality of narration on this app โ it's like being in the story. ListenBookโs bookmarking feature is incredibly useful. I never lose my place in a book. What a fantastic listening experience! The narrator brought the characters to life with distinct voices and emotional depth. The pacing was perfect - not too fast to lose details, not too slow to become boring. I particularly appreciated how well the narrator conveyed the atmosphere of key scenes.
Barbera Shift
Audiobooks at my fingertips โ this app's ease of use is a game-changer. Downloading audiobooks is a breeze, thanks to the variety of options available. Adjustable playback speed and volume control make for a customized experience.
Badger the Burglar
The ListenBook app has made my daily routines more enriching, allowing me to learn while on the go. ListenBook's support for CarPlay and Apple Watch integration ensures that I can enjoy my audiobooks wherever I go. ListenBook's audio filters allow me to customize the audio playback to suit my preferences perfectly. ListenBook has breathed new life into my audiobook collection. I can't imagine using anything else.
Gothic Gucci
Seamless audiobook integration โ this app's design is a true delight. Automatic metadata extraction keeps my library organized. It's a time-saver! ListenBook has transformed how I enjoy audiobooks. It's an indispensable part of my routine. Tone adjustment is a thoughtful addition that adds a personal touch to the audiobook narration. It's like having a narrator tailor their voice to my preferences. The app is lightweight and doesnโt drain my battery.
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