Book description
For fans of the perceptive comedy of Hannah Gadsby, Lindy West, and Sarah Silverman, Academy Award-nominated and acclaimed stand-up comedian Jena Friedman presents a witty and insightful collection of essays on the cultural flashpoints of today. Growing up, Jena Friedman didn't care about being likable. And she never wanted to be a comedian, either. A child of the 90s, she wouldn't discover her knack for the funny business until research for her college thesis led her to take an improv class in Chicago. That anthropology paper, written on race, class, and gender in the city's comedy scene, was, in Jena's own words, "just as funny as it sounds." But it did lay the groundwork for a career that has seen her write and produce for The Daily Show with Jon Stewart, the Late Show with David Letterman, and the Oscar nominated Borat Subsequent Moviefilm. Friedman's debut collection, Not Funny, takes on the third rails of modern life in Jena's bold and subversive style, with essays that explore cancel culture, sexism, work, celebrity worship, and...dead baby jokes. In a moment where women's rights are being rolled back, fascism is on the rise, and so many of us could use a breather as we struggle to get by, Jena applies her unique gifts to pull a laugh from things deemed too raw, too precious, and too scary to joke about. She shares her stories of taking on those who told her she was too brash, too edgy, and too "unlikable" to make it. She deftly dissects how we get coerced into silence on the issues that matter most, until they've gone too far afield to be turned back around again. And she shares her struggles to make it (-ish) in a world that, more often than not, would rather tune out than listen to a woman confronting the indignities we've been told to bear.
Hemlock
The adjustable playback speed is a revelation. It's like having a personal audiobook narrator at my pace. Sharing audiobooks with friends through AirDrop is a fun way to introduce them to captivating stories. Excellent support for various audio formats. Very satisfied. ListenBookβs support for CarPlay is great. I can listen to audiobooks in my car easily. Perfect for both first-time listeners and audiobook veterans! The narrator's warm, inviting tone made this an incredibly comfortable listening experience. I particularly appreciated how well they handled dialogue - each character felt distinct without being cartoonish. The pacing kept me engaged throughout.
Delicious Cupid
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Shadow Bishop
The Looping playback and Shuffle features on ListenBook help me customize my listening sessions to my liking. ListenBook's unlimited length of audiobooks with the Pro version is a fantastic value for avid listeners. ListenBook's audio filters allow me to customize the audio playback to suit my preferences perfectly. ListenBookβs interface is clean and intuitive. Itβs a joy to use. This audiobook spoiled me for others! The narrator's professional delivery set a high bar - perfect diction, ideal pacing, and emotional authenticity. The recording quality was equally impressive with no distracting artifacts. I finished it far too quickly because I couldn't stop listening.
Blister
This app has made my workouts and chores so much more enjoyable. Absolutely in love with this audiobook app! The seamless functionality and easy navigation make my reading time pure bliss. ππ§ Sharing audiobooks through AirDrop is a great way to spread the joy of storytelling with friends. ListenBook is a must-have for audiobook enthusiasts. It's reliable, versatile, and a pleasure to use. A perfectly acceptable audiobook that fulfilled its purpose. The narration was competent if not particularly memorable, and the production quality was standard for the genre. It served as decent background entertainment during mundane tasks.
Frosty Snazz
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PixelPathfinder
The speed adjustment feature is my secret weapon for studying complex materials. ListenBook Pro's noise reduction feature has significantly enhanced my audio quality.
Delicious Cupid
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Lime
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Toy Dogwatch
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Devine Melon
Audiobooks have transformed my daily walks into a time of inspiration and learning. Automatic extraction of artwork and metadata adds a professional touch to my library. Automated artwork and metadata extraction make my library look organized and visually appealing. The app is so versatile. It works with all my audiobook formats.
AirportHobo XD
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Flash
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Mother Night
The bookmark feature is a lifesaver β no more losing my place in the story! Audiobooks on this app have turned my travels into explorations of new narratives. Downloading audio from network devices is a brilliant feature. It's incredibly convenient. 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.
Moon Solitaire
Audiobooks have become my companions during daily chores, making them enjoyable. With this app, I've found a way to turn every moment into an opportunity for learning and enrichment.
Doz Killer
This app is a book lover's dream come true β a vast library right at your fingertips. ListenBook's user-friendly interface and intuitive controls make it a joy to navigate through my audiobooks.
Crash Enforcer
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. π±π The range of supported formats is astounding. No more compatibility issues!
Necromancer
Kudos to the creators for making literature so accessible and enjoyable. ποΈ Turning grocery shopping into a thrilling audiobook hunt β what a game-changer! ππ The noise reduction feature is a game-changer for clearer dictaphone recordings. The statistics tracking feature is very useful. ListenBook helps me keep track of my listening time.
Red Delicious
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Dance Bloom
I'm grateful for this app, as it allows me to keep up with my reading even while multitasking. ListenBook's chapters, controls, and filters have taken my audiobook journey to new heights. I'm amazed at how this app seamlessly integrates into my life, enhancing every moment with stories. Automatic extraction of artwork and metadata adds a touch of elegance to my audiobook collection.
Dallas Burn
πΌ Boosting productivity at work with an audiobook in the background β love it! π»π§ π Dancing through chores with audiobooks β this app turns cleaning into a lively and literary affair! πΆπ Supports all audio formats I use without issues. Very happy. This app is perfect for anyone who loves audiobooks. The interface is sleek and modern, and the playback controls are super responsive. I also appreciate the cloud integration, which lets me access my books from anywhere. Great work!
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