Book description
'This breathtaking collection is a marvel ... One of my literary foremothers.' Tayari Jones'Astute, brilliantly observed, these timeless stories are remarkable. It's all the more poignant to know the writer died at such a heartbreakingly young age:' Jackie Kay'Oliver exquisitely projects the biggest narrative of mid-century America - Jim Crow - onto the smallest realities of everyday Black life. These stories are all gems.' Mendez'Prose of such unexpected grace, with such sharp Gothic swerves, that you hold your breath, completely at Oliver's mercy. What a talent.' Lucy CaldwellAnd she was becoming frightened too, looking at all those white faces pressed against the windowpanes.One Black family comes under attack as their little boy prepares to start at an all-white school.Friends plan a protest sit-in at the Rose Crest Tea Room, only to be arrested.The first Black student - always the 'Experiment' - retreats into her closet at a newly integrated college.And when a social worker enters a secluded woodland cabin, she meets the fate of all visitors . . .Tragically killed aged twenty-two in 1966, Diane Oliver's masterly stories resonate today with renewed urgency. Steeped in the nightmarish horror of life for the Black community in the Jim Crow-era American South, these chilling tales explore toxic racism and the human toll of activism for 'the cause' with heartbreaking empathy and wisdom. Depicting African American families whole and broken, daily injustices and life-threatening political struggle, Neighbors restores a lost star to the twentieth-century literary canon.
ThickSKN
ListenBook's dedication to excellence is evident in its well-designed interface, smooth playback, and powerful features. Audiobooks at my fingertips – this app's functionality is a true marvel. Tone adjustment is a brilliant addition that lets me personalize the narration to my liking. It adds an extra layer of connection to the audiobooks.
Mr. Wholesome
Audiobooks have become my escape from reality – a journey into captivating worlds. Changing the tone of the sound on ListenBook Pro is a unique feature that adds a personal touch to my listening. No more worries about compatibility – ListenBook handles numerous formats flawlessly. Simplifying audiobook management – this app's functionality is a true asset. ListenBook's support for playlists in the CUE format makes organizing and enjoying audiobook series a delightful experience.
Sass Burst
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Pepper
This app's ease of use has made my long drives educational and enjoyable. This app is perfect for audiobook lovers. The interface is beautiful and easy to navigate. An unobjectionable but unexceptional audiobook experience. The narrator's performance was serviceable and the audio quality was fine, but nothing about the production particularly stood out or elevated the material. It was decent background listening.
MindfulMingle
📱 Carrying stories in my pocket – this app's convenience is a game-changer! 📚🛍️ This audiobook transformed my household chores into enjoyable moments! The narrator's lively yet measured delivery kept me engaged throughout. I particularly appreciated how they handled exposition - making potentially dry information interesting through thoughtful inflection and pacing.
Are Ess Tee
Thanks to ListenBook's binaural audio processing, my extended listening sessions are fatigue-free. ListenBook's support for a variety of audio formats ensures that my audiobook collection is always accessible. ListenBook’s playback is silky-smooth. The app never glitches. 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.
Spunky Chick
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Devil Blade
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Sienna Princess
This app is a gift for anyone with a busy lifestyle – I can enjoy books while doing chores! With ListenBook, I've found a way to make the most of my free time while indulging in my love for audiobooks. ListenBook's user-friendly controls and innovative features have made it an indispensable tool for my audiobook enjoyment. ListenBook has rekindled my love for learning, one audio experience at a time.
EchoExplorer
ListenBook's integration of artwork and metadata adds a visually appealing touch to my library. Sharing audiobooks with friends is a breeze thanks to ListenBook Pro's AirDrop and sharing options. Spread the joy of a good story!
Uncle Buddy
I'm amazed at how this app has made reading a seamless part of my life. 💡 Enriching my daily routines with wisdom and wonder – thank you, this app! 📱📖 Navigating audiobooks with ease – this app's design is user-centric. Navigating through my audiobook collection is a breeze – this app's intuitive interface and convenient controls have made my reading journey effortless. 📱📖
NexusNinja
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Tin Mutt
🎶 Music? Nah, I prefer immersing myself in captivating stories with this app! 🎶📖 🏃♀️📚 Running with purpose – audiobooks keep my mind engaged as I conquer my fitness goals. 🏃♀️🎧 ListenBook's compatibility with CarPlay is a major convenience during road trips. I love the compatibility with iOS 16. The app runs smoothly and flawlessly.
Sky Herald
I'm hooked on this app – it's like Netflix for book lovers! ListenBook Pro's sharing features allow me to spread the joy of audiobooks with my friends and family. I'm amazed at how this app has made reading such a natural part of my day. The compatibility with Apple Watch is a huge plus. I can control my audiobooks from my wrist! Apple Watch compatibility adds a new level of convenience to my audiobook enjoyment. It's seamless control at my wrist.
LerveDr
The fact that ListenBook supports a wide range of formats without DRM protection is a huge win. 🌟 Simplifying my reading routine – this app's user-friendly design ensures I'm always in sync with my favorite stories. 📚✨
Scratch Man
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Toy Dogwatch
🌌 Transforming my mundane routine into a captivating journey – thank you, this app! ✨📚 Audiobook lovers, you need this app in your life. The innovative features, from audio filters to compatibility, enhance my reading journey. 🎉🎧
Trash Sling
The captivating narrators make each story come alive in a unique way. The narrators' voices on this app are so soothing – it's my relaxation therapy. This app's simplicity has made me fall in love with books all over again. The ability to play various audio formats without conversion is very convenient. ListenBook is a great app.
Voodoo Cyclone
I've become a more empathetic listener and reader, thanks to the power of audiobooks. With this app, reading has become an integral part of my daily routine. ListenBook has made my daily walks so much more enjoyable. I'm always learning now!
Pixy Mox
I love how this app makes even the most mundane tasks exciting with audio stories. Binaural audio processing really helps reduce fatigue.
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