Book description
'A wry, witty and wonderful novel from a brilliantly captivating storyteller' JOSEPH O'CONNOR'Nothing Special casts such a stylish and transportive spell . . . I'll never again ride an escalator without thinking of this book' SLOANE CROSLEYNew York City, 1966. Seventeen-year-old Mae lives in a run-down apartment with her alcoholic mother and her mother's sometimes-boyfriend, Mikey. She is turned off by the petty girls at her high school, and the sleazy men she typically meets. When she drops out, she is presented with a job offer that will remake her world entirely: she is hired as a typist for the artist Andy Warhol.Warhol is composing an unconventional novel by recording the conversations and experiences of his many famous and alluring friends. Tasked with transcribing these tapes alongside several other girls, Mae quickly befriends Shelley and the two of them embark on a surreal adventure at the fringes of the countercultural movement. Going to parties together, exploring their womanhood and sexuality, this should be the most enlivening experience of Mae's life. But as she grows increasingly obsessed with the tapes and numb to her own reality, Mae must grapple with the thin line between art and voyeurism and determine how she can remain her own person as the tide of the sixties sweeps over her.For readers of Ottessa Moshfegh and Mary Gaitskill, this blistering, mordantly funny debut brilliantly interrogates the nature of friendship and independence and the construction of art and identity. Nothing Special is a whip-smart coming-of-age story that brings to life the experience of young girls in this iconic and turbulent American moment.PRAISE FOR SHOW THEM A GOOD TIME'A masterclass . . . Bold, irreverent and agonisingly funny' Sally Rooney'Announces the arrival of a brilliant talent' Financial Times'Explores difficult questions about self-worth, agency and intimacy with thrilling sharpness' Sunday Times'Demands repeated reading' Jon McGregor
White Snare
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NeoGermal
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Sand Whiskers
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Wings
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Demo
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Slow Trot
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Lucky Brandy
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Pepper Mouse
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Pepper Mouse
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RoarSweetie
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Broomspun
Bookmarks have become my study companion. I can easily revisit important passages in my audiobooks. Automated artwork and metadata retrieval make my library look organized and professional.
TeederSmartie
Elevating my reading experience to a whole new level, this app's user-friendly interface and easy navigation have me hooked. Audiobooks have never been this enjoyable! 📱🔊 Adjusting the tone of the narrator's voice is a unique touch – it's like having a personalized reading. Automatic metadata retrieval adds a professional touch to my audiobook collection. Love the download options. ListenBook gives me so many ways to get my audiobooks onto my device. The app is so easy to use. I was up and running in minutes.
Kill Switch
I love that I can switch between devices seamlessly and continue where I left off. ListenBook's powerful audio downloading features are a game-changer – I can have my audiobooks ready in no time. ListenBook's dedication to delivering high-quality sound and user-friendly features has won me over. Adjusting playback speed has transformed the way I consume audiobooks. I can tailor the pacing to match my learning style and preferences.
Miss Mustard
ListenBook has enriched my life with a diverse range of content, all at my fingertips. 🌟 Adding excitement to each day – this app ensures that every moment is an opportunity to explore new stories. 📚🚀 Great for listening to lectures and educational content. Very useful! I've found my new favorite narrator! Their voice was perfectly suited to this material, with just the right blend of authority and approachability. The production quality was broadcast-level - no distracting breaths, clicks, or inconsistent volume. Already looking for more of their work.
ThickSKN
ListenBook's commitment to providing a smooth and enjoyable listening experience is evident in every detail. Kudos to ListenBook for optimizing the app for iOS 16 – it shows their dedication to excellence. ListenBook Pro's noise reduction feature is a true savior for immersive listening, even in busy surroundings. ListenBook has broadened my horizons by introducing me to a diverse range of audiobooks. It's a gateway to endless knowledge, entertainment, and inspiration. I love the ability to change the playback pitch. It’s a unique feature.
Metal Lady
This app's convenience and ease of use have transformed my screen time into productive learning sessions. 🌟 Simplifying my reading routine – this app's user-friendly design ensures I'm always in sync with my favorite stories. 📚✨ Decent audiobook but I think I would have enjoyed reading it more. Some of the more subtle humor didn't quite land in the audio format.
Murmur
This app has turned long waits into exciting opportunities to dive into a new story. Efficient audiobook enjoyment – this app's functionality is a revelation. Seamless audiobook integration – this app's design is a true delight. Shuffle playback is a fun feature. It keeps me engaged with my audiobooks.
General Finish
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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