Book description
This New York Times bestselling novel from acclaimed author Walter Dean Myers tells the story of Steve Harmon, a teenage boy in juvenile detention and on trial. Presented as a screenplay of Steve's own imagination, and peppered with journal entries, the book shows how one single decision can change our whole lives. Monster is a multi-award-winning, provocative coming-of-age story that was the first-ever Michael L. Printz Award recipient, an ALA Best Book, a Coretta Scott King Honor selection, and a National Book Award finalist.Monster is now a major motion picture called All Rise and starring Jennifer Hudson, Kelvin Harrison, Jr., Nas, and A$AP Rocky.The late Walter Dean Myers was a National Ambassador for Young People's Literature, who was known for his commitment to realistically depicting kids from his hometown of Harlem.Share this highly readable novel at home or in the classroom-it's sure to spark debate and conversation. Walter Dean Myers said: "I would like young people to consider what happened to Steve Harmon, as well as why. There were decisions that Steve made and some he clearly should have made, but didn't. As the author, I'll be satisfied if the reader forms his or her own opinion about these decisions and the consequences."
The Dude
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LunaStar
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Winter Underdog
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Betty Cricket
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Austin Shamrock
Changing the tone of the sound on ListenBook Pro is a fun way to customize my listening experience. Chapters make it so easy to pick up where I left off. No more hunting around. Library organization is brilliant. No more cluttered audiobook collection. ListenBook has made my daily commutes enjoyable. No more boredom! I’ve been using ListenBook for months, and it’s been a fantastic experience. The app is lightweight, doesn’t drain my battery, and works perfectly in the background. The equalizer and voice boost features are amazing. Highly recommend!
SneakerKid
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Sir Squire
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Morbid Sugar
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Kimono Goddess
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Frosty
I'm finally making progress on my reading goals, thanks to this app's convenience. The app is so responsive. It never lags or freezes.
High Deck
ListenBook Pro's noise reduction ensures that my listening experience remains clear and enjoyable. Love the silky-smooth playback and easy-to-use interface. ListenBook is the best! The sleep timer is a lifesaver. I fall asleep listening to my books every night.
Zero Corn
Listening to books in their original language has improved my foreign language skills. ListenBook's drag and drop downloads from web browsers are a time-saving feature I can't live without. I love the ability to change the playback speed. It’s perfect for my needs. A decent listen overall. The narration was clear, though some character voices sounded similar. The story was interesting but had moments where it dragged slightly. Still, it was a good way to pass the time.
Alias Stick
Now I can enjoy my favorite books anytime, even during workouts. Listening statistics are a great motivator. Love this feature!
Emerald Vine
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Midas
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RetroMirage
The family subscription option is a money-saver – everyone gets to enjoy their favorite books. Effortlessly switching between stories – this app's ease of use is impressive. Adjustable playback speed is a fantastic feature. It allows me to customize my listening experience. ListenBook Pro's noise reduction feature is a game-changer. It enhances the clarity of recordings and makes my listening sessions more enjoyable.
Stacker of Wheat
This app has transformed my long flights into productive and enjoyable experiences. 📚 Who needs TV when you have this app? Every moment is a storytelling session! 📺🎧 An audiobook lover's dream come true! This app's seamless functionality and diverse format support make it my go-to choice for immersive storytelling. 📚🎧 The app’s design is sleek and modern. ListenBook is my favorite audiobook player.
Delicious Wing
I love that ListenBook offers both basic and advanced features, catering to all types of users. ListenBook has revolutionized my audiobook experience. It's my go-to app for literary adventures. The app's seamless integration with Apple Watch makes it my perfect workout companion.
Sweet Manhattan
With this app, my daily routines have become moments of intellectual discovery and personal fulfillment. ⏰ Maximizing my time with efficient features – this app's functionality lets me dive into stories even in the busiest moments. 📚⏳
Bat Magenta
ListenBook's smooth playback and easy navigation ensure that my audiobook experience is always top-notch. Audiobooks on this app have turned my travels into explorations of new narratives. 🚶♀️📖 Exploring stories as I stroll – audiobooks have turned my walks into inspiring journeys of imagination. 🏞️🎧 The narrator's voice was like butter - smooth, rich, and utterly pleasant to listen to for hours. They handled complex sentences with ease, making even dense material accessible. I never had to rewind because I missed something due to unclear delivery. Perfection!
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