Book description
A gripping, unforgettable memoir from one of the best, most original writers of the 21st century. Blake Butler has changed the world of language with his mind-melting literary thrillers, and now he brings his abilities to bear on the emotional world. "The most immediate feeling of life I've ever had reading a book--a life lived at the desk and out in the world, a life of openness and secrets. "Make art for me," Molly wrote to Blake. "I will read it all." I breathed along with every word." --PATRICIA LOCKWOOD "How to praise a book of such wounded beauty as Blake Butler's phenomenal Molly? The same way one would a life lost early: with love and sincerity and anger and wonder and lithely elegant and observant insights that remind us and inspire us, as Butler precisely does, to live and to love ourselves." --JOHN D'AGATA "Molly is a brilliant and brutal book. Blake Butler fearlessly takes on love and grief and the mysteries of this world and the next." --EMMA CLINE "A dark miracle--actual evidence that what we can never know, what we could never imagine about the one we love, is what binds us to them, beyond death." --MICHAEL W. CLUNE "I was gripped from the start by this memoir's urgent honesty. Blake Butler turned a story that was almost unspeakable into a narrative at once brutal and loving, broken and solid." --CATHERINE LACEY Blake Butler and Molly Brodak instantly connected, fell in love, married and built a life together. Both writers with deep roots in contemporary American literature, their union was an iconic joining of forces between two major and beloved talents. Nearly three years into their marriage, grappling with mental illness and a lifetime of trauma, Molly took her own life. In the days and weeks after Molly's death, Blake discovered shocking secrets she had held back from the world, fundamentally altering his view of their relationship and who she was. A masterpiece of autobiography, Molly is a riveting journey into the darkest and most unthinkable parts of the human heart, emerging with a hard-won, unsurpassedly beautiful understanding that expands the possibilities of language to comprehend and express true love. Unrelentingly clear, honest and concise, Molly approaches the impossible directly, with a total empathy that has no parallel or precedent. A supremely important work that will be taught, loved, relied on and passed around for years to come, Blake Butler affirms now beyond question his position at the very top rank of writers.
Demand Chopper
This app's user-friendly interface has made audiobook listening a breeze, even for a tech novice like me. A wonderful performance! The narrator captured the mood of the book perfectly, making it easy to visualize each scene. The audio quality was crisp, and the pacing kept me hooked from start to finish.
Yellow Menace
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Doll Champagne
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Wild Hair
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Baked ZD
Being able to adjust playback speed suits everyone's preferences – a thoughtful feature. ListenBook's dedication to delivering a high-quality playback experience sets it apart from other apps. ListenBook's absence of synchronization requirements adds to its convenience and flexibility. ListenBook’s playback is silky-smooth. The app never glitches. The app supports a wide range of formats. ListenBook is very versatile.
PP Dubs
I'm constantly amazed by the vast selection – there's always something new to discover. This app is a book lover's dream come true – a vast library right at your fingertips. Looping playback is a brilliant study tool. Thanks to ListenBook, my learning has improved!
Master Jetson
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Racy Babe
This app has become my loyal companion during travels and relaxation times. Changing the tone of the sound on ListenBook Pro adds a personal touch to my experience. ListenBook's integration with CarPlay and Apple Watch is a seamless addition to my daily routine. Sharing audiobooks with friends through AirDrop is a fun way to connect over shared interests. As someone who listens to audiobooks daily, I can confidently say ListenBook is the best player out there. The sleep timer and auto-rewind features are lifesavers, and the sound quality is exceptional. Thank you for such a great app!
Miss Mustard
This app is a boon for book lovers who are always on the go. This app has broadened my literary horizons, introducing me to new authors. The app is perfect for people who love to multitask. I can listen while cooking.
AxelRoad
This app is a gift for book lovers who struggle to find reading time. 🎉 Adding a touch of magic to mundane tasks – this app turns errands into epic quests! 🛒📖 ListenBook’s support for CarPlay and Apple Watch is fantastic. I can listen anywhere. This was a workmanlike audiobook that did the job without flair. The narration was clear and the pacing appropriate, though the delivery lacked some emotional depth. The production quality was acceptable with no major technical issues.
Sky Dahlia
I've become a more empathetic listener thanks to the emotional depth of audiobooks. ListenBook's audio filters and controls have revolutionized the way I enjoy my audio content. ListenBook Pro's noise reduction feature has made a significant difference in the clarity of recordings. I love the cloud integration. I can access my books from anywhere.
Mad Rascal
I can't get enough of the celebrity narrators – they add a unique charm to each book. The app's recommendations are surprisingly accurate – it's like they know my taste perfectly! ListenBook's user-friendly interface and precise controls make it a joy to use every day. Sharing audiobooks with friends is a blast. AirDrop makes it seamless. Sharing audiobooks with friends through AirDrop is a fantastic way to introduce them to captivating stories.
The Beekeeper
Thanks to ListenBook's extensive statistics, I can track my audiobook consumption and celebrate my progress. With its powerful audio downloading features, I can have my favorite audiobooks ready to go, anytime and anywhere. The statistics tracking feature is very useful. ListenBook helps me keep track of my listening time. The app is perfect for long flights. It keeps me entertained the whole time.
Sapiens
Listening statistics are a great motivator. Love this feature! The app is so easy to set up. I was listening to my books in no time. The app is so easy to set up. I was listening to my books in no time. Middle-of-the-road experience. The audiobook was fine—good narration, decent story—but it didn’t leave a lasting impression. If you’re looking for something low-commitment, this works.
Little Granger
Audiobooks have transformed my daily walks into a time of inspiration and learning. ListenBook's commitment to providing a high-quality audiobook experience is truly commendable. I love that I can download content directly from the internet within the ListenBook app – so handy! The intuitive chapter navigation and quick access to controls make my audiobook experience seamless. An average audiobook experience. Nothing was wrong with it—the narration was fine, and the story was okay—but nothing particularly stood out. It served its purpose as entertainment during my commute.
Twinkle
I'm amazed at how this app's narrators bring characters and stories to life. The app supports a wide range of formats. ListenBook is very versatile. The app is so intuitive. I didn’t even need to read the instructions.
Doll Champagne
Automated artwork and metadata extraction make my audiobook library look neat and professional. The app is so easy to set up. I was listening to my books in no time.
Poptart AK47
⭐️ Kudos to the developers for creating an app that's both functional and user-friendly. I can navigate and enjoy my books effortlessly. 📚👏 ListenBook Pro's noise reduction feature turns any environment into a cozy listening haven.
RZRWRE
📚 Ironing has become a joy with audiobooks – wrinkles are no match for these captivating stories! 👗🎧 CUE playlist support is a brilliant feature that allows me to create customized listening experiences for different moods, activities, and moments of the day. Automated artwork and metadata retrieval add a professional touch to my carefully curated audiobook collection. The app is perfect for people who love to multitask. I can listen while cooking.
Grave Digger
I've never been so entertained while doing household chores – this app is a lifesaver! Navigating audiobooks seamlessly – this app's design is top-notch. I can finally listen to all my audiobooks seamlessly with ListenBook. The customizable playback controls and chapter navigation make it a breeze.
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