Book description
"Just as the Black Lives Matter movement and recent protests have shown the leadership of women of color in organizing against the prison state, this book will show the leadership of women, which is too often ignored, in the innocence movement." --Aya Gruber, Professor of Law, University of Colorado Law School, author of The Feminist War on CrimeThrough the lens of her work with the Innocence Movement and her client Leigh Stubbs--a woman denied a fair trial in 2000 largely due to her sexual orientation - innocence litigator, activist, and founder of the West Virginia Innocence Project Valena Beety examines the failures in America's criminal legal system and the reforms necessary to eliminate wrongful convictions--particularly with regards to women, the queer community, and people of color... When Valena Beety first became a federal prosecutor, her goal was to protect victims, especially women, from cycles of violence. What she discovered was that not only did prosecutions often fail to help victims, they frequently relied on false information, forensic fraud, and police and prosecutor misconduct. Seeking change, Beety began working in the Innocence Movement, helping to free factually innocent people through DNA testing and criminal justice reform. Manifesting Justice focuses on the shocking story of Beety's client Leigh Stubbs--a young, queer woman in Mississippi, convicted of a horrific crime she did not commit because of her sexual orientation. Beety weaves Stubbs's harrowing narrative through the broader story of a broken criminal justice system where defendants--including disproportionate numbers of women of color and queer individuals--are convicted due to racism, prejudice, coerced confessions, and false identifications. Drawing on interviews with both innocence advocates and wrongfully convicted women, along with Beety's own experiences as an expert litigator and a queer woman, Manifesting Justice provides a unique outsider/insider perspective. Beety expands our notion of justice to include not just people who are factually innocent, but those who are over-charged, pressured into bad plea deals, and over-sentenced. The result is a riveting and timely book that not only advocates for reforming the conviction process--it will transform our very ideas of crime and punishment, what innocence is, and who should be free. With a Foreword by Koa Beck, author of White Feminism
Blizzard Vixen
ListenBook's features are a dream come true for anyone who loves to learn on the go. Effortlessly managing my audiobook library – this app's design is a triumph. The app is so intuitive. I didn’t even need to read the instructions.
Howitzer Rise
I'm addicted to this app – it's a non-stop journey through captivating tales. ⭐️ Loving the fact that I can learn and listen at the same time – multitasking made easy! 🧠🎧 📱 My secret to staying well-read – this app ensures that I'm never without a book, no matter where I am! 📚📱 💡 The future of audiobook listening is here – this app's sleek functionality redefines how we enjoy our favorite stories. 🎧🔮 ListenBook’s interface is sleek and user-friendly. Finding and playing my audiobooks has never been easier.
Moon Peaches
ListenBook is packed with useful features. It’s the best audiobook app I’ve used. ListenBook’s playback speed control is very useful. I can listen at my own pace. The import process is seamless. I had no trouble adding my audiobooks.
Automatic Slicer
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Pistol Hydro
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Don Stab
Audiobooks have made my long commutes enjoyable, and I'm always eager to see what's next. ListenBook Pro offers an unbeatable deal – unlimited audiobook length and noise reduction. Looping playback is a fantastic study tool. It helps me focus and retain information effectively.
Lady In Red
I'm finally making progress on my reading goals, thanks to this app's convenience. With ListenBook, I can now enjoy my favorite audiobooks and speeches with the utmost comfort and convenience. Automated artwork and metadata extraction make my library look organized and visually appealing.
Nueva Nova
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Mindless Bobcat
ListenBook has made audiobook listening a personalized and enriching journey. Automatic extraction of artwork and metadata adds a professional touch to my library. Noise reduction and tone changing enhance the listening experience. Love it! The app is so easy to use. I was up and running in minutes.
Sir Squire
ListenBook Pro's noise reduction feature is a true blessing for enjoying clear audio even in noisy environments. I'm addicted to this app – it's a non-stop journey through captivating tales. The automatic extraction of artwork and metadata adds a professional touch to my audiobook collection. CUE playlist support is a fantastic feature that allows me to curate customized listening sessions, whether for study, relaxation, or entertainment. Looping playback is a game-changer for my study routine. It helps me retain information effectively.
WonderWords
The app's layout is clean and intuitive, making it a pleasure to navigate. ListenBook's integration with CarPlay and Apple Watch has streamlined my multitasking. 🎧 Elevating my reading experience – this app's intuitive controls and organization features make audiobook enjoyment effortless. 📱📖 User-centric audiobook joy – this app's ease of use is a true marvel. The customizable controls and playback options cater perfectly to different audiobook preferences.
Guillotine Trigger
Being able to customize the listening duration is perfect for quick breaks. I can't get enough of the binaural audio processing. It's like a breath of fresh air for my ears. The app is so easy to set up. I was listening to my books in no time. Decent narration, predictable story. The voice actor did a good job, but the plot followed a familiar formula. If you’re looking for something new and groundbreaking, this might not be it.
Seattle Jay
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DreamDiver
I love that I can enjoy audiobooks while cooking elaborate meals in the kitchen. Listening to audiobooks while cooking has made meal prep much more enjoyable.
Dallas Burn
The ListenBook app is a fantastic companion for my long walks, helping me learn and explore at the same time. The compatibility with Apple Watch is a huge plus. I can control my audiobooks from my wrist! I love the statistics feature. It’s fun to see how much I’ve listened. An absolutely stellar production from start to finish! The narrator's command of pacing and tone was masterful, knowing exactly when to speed up for excitement or slow down for dramatic effect. The audio quality was pristine with no distracting mouth sounds or uneven volume. A middle-of-the-road audiobook that neither impressed nor disappointed. The narrator's voice was agreeable enough for extended listening, though their character differentiation could have been stronger. The production met basic industry standards without any standout qualities.
Stacker of Wheat
ListenBook's innovative features, from audio filters to statistics, make it a standout app. I'm amazed at how this app has brought back the joy of reading into my daily routine – thank you! Effortless and enriching – that's how I'd describe my experience with this app. Its functionality, from seamless downloads to binaural audio processing, has truly raised the bar. 📱📖
Knight Light
The app's intuitive design makes it easy to find and listen to my favorite authors. This app's convenience has turned my daily chores into moments of literary escape. Sharing audiobooks with friends through AirDrop is such a fun way to spread joy.
Unleashed
ListenBook has become an indispensable part of my daily routine – it's my ultimate audio companion. No more carrying heavy books – this app has transformed my reading habits. 🎉 Finding the perfect audiobook is a breeze with this app's robust search and recommendation features. My reading list has never been better! 📚💫 Audiobooks on demand? Yes, please! With this app's robust features, I'm always just a tap away from immersing myself in captivating narratives. 📚📱 The interface is beautiful and functional. ListenBook is my go-to app for audiobooks.
ThoughtTrailblazer
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Kingfisher
I'm in awe of how this app has brought new dimensions to my reading experience. ⏰ Waking up to audiobooks – mornings have never been this magical and inspiring! ☀️🎧 I'm amazed by the attention to detail, from automatic metadata extraction to customizable settings.
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