Book description
Luke Kennard recasts Shakespeare's 154 sonnets as a series of anarchic prose poems set in the same joyless house party. A physicist explains dark matter in the kitchen. A crying man is consoled by a Sigmund Freud action figure. An out-of-hours doctor sells phials of dark red liquid from a briefcase. Someone takes out a guitar. Wry, insolent and self-eviscerating, Notes on the Sonnets riddles the Bard with the anxieties of the modern age, bringing Kennard's affectionate critique to subjects as various as love, marriage, God, metaphysics and a sad horse. 'Luke Kennard has the uncanny genius of being able to stick a knife in your heart with such originality and verve that you start thinking "aren't knives fascinating... and hearts, my god!" whilst everything slowly goes black.' - Caroline Bird A Poetry Book Society Recommendation
Sweet Manhattan
ListenBook has completely elevated my audiobook experience. It's an integral part of my daily routine. Not bad, but not amazing either. The narrator’s voice was pleasant, though some parts felt a bit rushed. The story had its moments, but I wouldn’t necessarily recommend it over similar titles in the genre.
Casanova
No more worries about compatibility – ListenBook handles numerous formats flawlessly. Audiobooks made convenient – this app's functionality is a true gift. The narrator's voice was so pleasant and easy to listen to. They had perfect pacing and made even the slower parts engaging. I found myself looking forward to my commute just to listen more!
Intimidating Presence
I love how this app makes my daily commute a journey through literature. ListenBook's compatibility with CarPlay and Apple Watch enhances my audiobook experience during daily activities. I love the auto-bookmark feature. It saves my place automatically.
Titanium Ladybug
ListenBook's focus on quality and user experience has made it my go-to app for audiobooks and educational content. I can't get enough of this app – it's like having a personal storyteller in my pocket.
Tin Mutt
Unparalleled support for CarPlay and Apple Watch means I can take my audiobooks anywhere, anytime. The fact that ListenBook doesn't just play, but enhances audio quality, is truly remarkable. Absolutely in love with this audiobook app! The seamless functionality and easy navigation make my reading time pure bliss. 📚🎧
White Snare
ListenBook's intuitive interface and quick controls make it a pleasure to navigate through audiobooks. ListenBook's loop and shuffle playback options are essential for my audiobook enjoyment and study.
Intimidating Presence
I'm amazed by how this app effortlessly turns my daily routines into enjoyable learning sessions. ListenBook has transformed how I enjoy audiobooks. The app is a game-changer! The listening stats feature is awesome. I can track my audiobook habits effortlessly. I love the chapter navigation feature. ListenBook makes it easy to find specific sections. I love the auto-bookmark feature. It saves my place automatically.
Miss Fix It
ListenBook has made my daily routines more vibrant and exciting with its immersive features. 🚶♀️🎧 Strolling through captivating narratives while I take my daily walks – pure bliss! 🏞️📚 The app is perfect for people who love to multitask. I can listen while cooking.
DanimalDaze
With ListenBook, I can keep track of my audiobook consumption and explore new content with ease. ListenBook has redefined the way I experience stories, turning every moment into an adventure. 📱 Turning my phone into a portal of endless stories – this app is pure magic! 📚✨ The app's compatibility with CarPlay is a fantastic bonus. It keeps me entertained during long drives.
Mud Finger
I can't believe how much more productive I am – I'm learning and growing while multitasking! I'm impressed by how this app seamlessly syncs across my devices. I can't imagine my life without this app – it's my passport to countless stories. 🧘♀️☕ Sipping tea and getting lost in stories – the ultimate way to unwind! 🍵📖
RetroMirage
Absolutely love this app! It's made my daily commute so much more enjoyable. Looping playback of a single track helps me master difficult concepts. So helpful! Makes listening to audiobooks so easy and enjoyable. Thank you, ListenBook! The app is perfect for people who love to listen to books while exercising.
Keystone
Audiobooks have become my constant companions during my daily activities. Seamless audiobook integration – this app's functionality is a technological marvel.
Icy Avenger
This app is not just about convenience – it's a gateway to new horizons of knowledge. Audiobook enjoyment redefined – this app's design focuses on the essentials. Auto-rewind is a very handy feature. Excellent app.
Corny
The customer support team is responsive and always ready to assist. The ListenBook app has transformed my device into a portable audiobook library that I can carry everywhere. ListenBook has made me fall in love with my audio content all over again – it's a must-have. Adjustable playback speed is a brilliant feature. It adds a layer of customization to my audiobook enjoyment. ListenBook Pro's noise reduction feature enhances the audio quality to an impressive degree.
Pixie
I'm blown away by the quality of narration on this app – it's like being in the story. I'm in awe of how this app has made reading seamlessly fit into my lifestyle. 🎶📚 Replacing melodies with literary symphonies – my ears are in love! 🎵📚 🎉📚 Rekindling my passion for books – this app has sparked a reading revolution in my daily life! 🔥📖 Looping playback is an invaluable tool for my study sessions. It helps me grasp complex concepts.
JesterZilla
I'm amazed at how this app has made my daily activities more enjoyable and intellectually stimulating. ListenBook has become my trusted companion. It's my go-to app for expanding my knowledge and enjoyment.
Lincoln Rider
Listening to audiobooks has become my guilt-free indulgence, and I love it. With support for various audio formats, ListenBook ensures I can enjoy my favorite audiobooks without worries. CUE playlist support is a brilliant feature that allows me to create customized listening experiences for different moods, activities, and moments of the day.
NexusNomad
Audiobooks made easy – this app's functionality is truly a gift. The audio filters to adjust playback speed and volume are a fantastic addition for customizing my experience. ListenBook’s bookmarking feature is incredibly useful. I never lose my place in a book. The audio quality is excellent, and the interface is intuitive. ListenBook is my go-to app for audiobooks. 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.
Mum Mary
Book Groups on ListenBook make it easy to categorize and access my audiobooks. 🎧 This app is my saving grace! Now I can enjoy my beloved books while cooking up a storm! 📚🍳 Audiobook magic at my fingertips! This app's thoughtful features, such as statistics tracking and audio filters, have added a new layer of excitement to my reading journey. 📚✨ Sharing audiobooks through AirDrop is a delightful way to share the joy of storytelling with friends and family. It fosters connections and conversations.
Eye Candy Kitten
I can't thank the developers enough for constantly updating and improving the app. This app has turned even my mundane tasks into exciting learning opportunities. With ListenBook, my audio content is organized, accessible, and ready to inspire me.
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