Book description
*A New Yorker and Vogue Best Book of 2023* “Compelling... [McPhee] positions herself neither as victim nor saint but as someone who, she says, only wants to be good.” —The Washington Post A moving memoir from an award-winning novelist—a riveting account of her complicated, bohemian childhood and her return home to care for her ailing mother.In March 2020, Martha McPhee, her husband, and their two children set out for her childhood home in New Jersey, where she finds herself grappling simultaneously with a mother slipping into severe dementia and a house that’s fallen into neglect. As Martha works to manage her mother’s care and the sprawling, ramshackle property—a broken septic system, invasive bamboo, dying ash trees—she is swept back, unwillingly, into memories of her fraught, dysfunctional childhood. In this masterful exploration of a complicated family legacy, McPhee “makes no effort to spare her own flaws even as she searches for the roots of her mature turmoil in the shortcomings of adults who failed in the fundamental task of protecting her younger self” (BookPage). Omega Farm is an “expansive” (New Yorker) testament to hope in the face of suffering, and a courageous tale about how returning home can offer a new way to understand the past.
Pitfall Whiskers
ListenBook's versatile player features are like having a personal audio assistant – it's that good! Audiobook enthusiasts, rejoice! This app is your new best friend. ListenBook's support for various formats ensures that no audiobook is out of reach. 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.
Classy Luck
📚 Who needs TV when you have this app? Every moment is a storytelling session! 📺🎧 🌟 Adding excitement to each day – this app ensures that every moment is an opportunity to explore new stories. 📚🚀
Wooden German
With ListenBook, I've found a convenient and enjoyable way to engage with audiobooks and educational content. With this app, I've turned mundane tasks into moments of inspiration and education – it's brilliant!
Lime
Audiobooks have become a part of my self-care routine, thanks to this app. This app's intuitive controls and user-friendly layout have made audiobook listening a true pleasure. The app supports background playback, which is a must for me.
Demand Chopper
ListenBook's variety of ways to download audio makes it incredibly convenient. With ListenBook Pro, long audiobooks are no problem. I love it! The app's support for multiple formats is flawless. Very satisfied. The app supports background playback, which is a must for me.
Dark Matter
The ability to play various audio formats without conversion is very convenient. ListenBook is a great app. The app supports a wide range of formats. ListenBook is very versatile. I love the ability to customize the skip buttons. It’s so convenient.
Bad Beh8vior
I'm absolutely in love with this app! The interface is so intuitive and user-friendly. Gone are the days of fumbling with different formats – this app's comprehensive support ensures I can enjoy any audiobook without a hitch. 🎉🔊 The sleep timer is a lifesaver. I fall asleep listening to my books every night.
Prez Dog
Audiobooks have made my long commutes enjoyable, and I'm always eager to see what's next. This app is my secret to staying ahead on my reading list, even during my busiest days. 👀📚 Falling asleep to audiobooks has never been easier – this app's soothing voices 😴🎧 With its powerful audio downloading features, I can have my favorite audiobooks ready to go, anytime and anywhere. ListenBook’s support for Apple Watch is a great touch. I can control my audiobooks on the go.
PixelPioneer
Audiobook enthusiasts, celebrate! This app's thoughtful features, like auto-rewind and easy chapter navigation, cater perfectly to our reading cravings. 🎉📚 ListenBook's statistics feature is eye-opening. I had no idea how much time I spent immersed in audiobooks until I started using it.
Sly Bible
The features on this app, from bookmarks to playback speed, cater to all preferences. I've recommended ListenBook to all my fellow bookworms. It's a true companion for audiobook lovers.
ByteBard
With ListenBook, I can keep track of my audiobook consumption and explore new content with ease. ListenBook is a prime example of user-centered design. It's clear that the developers understand audiobook lovers' needs. Supports extensive playlists and bookmarks. Very user-friendly. The app is very intuitive. ListenBook makes finding and playing audiobooks simple. This audiobook made my workouts fly by! The engaging narration kept me motivated to keep listening, which meant longer gym sessions. The narrator's energy matched the material perfectly - upbeat when needed, somber when appropriate. A great example of how narration can enhance text.
MysticMingle
🏡 Making house chores more enjoyable – audiobooks help me stay engaged while tidying up the living space. 🏠📚 The download options are versatile, making it a breeze to get my favorite audiobooks on the go. Noise reduction and tone changing are awesome features.
Bazooka Har-de-har
🚶♀️📖 Exploring stories as I stroll – audiobooks have turned my walks into inspiring journeys of imagination. 🏞️🎧 Savoring audiobooks without complications – this app's design is commendable. The audio filters in ListenBook allow me to customize my listening experience. Speed up or slow down playback—it's all up to me!
Stallion Patton
ListenBook's compatibility with different formats ensures I never have to worry about file conversions. I'm addicted to this app's seamless integration with my daily routines and activities. ListenBook has made my daily activities more interesting and meaningful – I'm hooked! Bookmarks are a fantastic tool for keeping track of important moments. They're a game-changer.
Free Ham
ListenBook's unlimited length of audiobooks with the Pro version is a fantastic value for avid listeners. Navigating my audiobook library is a breeze – thank you, app developers! I can't thank this app enough for making my audiobook experience so effortless. From downloading to playback, it's a true companion for book lovers. 📚💫 Audiobook magic at my fingertips! This app's comprehensive offerings, from statistics tracking to immersive audio processing, have breathed new life into my reading. 📚✨
StarZen
ListenBook's support for various formats ensures that no audiobook is out of reach. Audiobooks made convenient – this app's functionality is impressive. ListenBook's drag-and-drop download feature from web browsers is incredibly convenient. Downloading audiobooks has never been this easy.
Light Despair
🚶♂️🌟 Strolling through captivating narratives has never been easier – this app's intuitive controls make audiobook listening a delight. 🎧🏞️ ListenBook's player features, including chapters and bookmarks, are invaluable for a seamless experience. ListenBook Pro's unlimited audiobook length is a game-changer. The app is so versatile. It works with all my audiobook formats. ListenBook is the best audiobook player I’ve ever used. The app is reliable, fast, and packed with features like customizable themes and playback speed. The sleep timer is a lifesaver for bedtime listening. Great job, developers!
Dance Cannon
ListenBook's extensive statistics feature adds a new level of insight to my audiobook habits. ListenBook's compatibility with various formats has made it my go-to app for all audio content. This app's compatibility with various devices ensures that I can enjoy my audiobooks wherever I am. Audiobook multitasking made simple – this app's design is a game-changer. My productivity has soared since I started using ListenBook for my study materials.
The Belgian
Kudos to ListenBook for optimizing the app for iOS 16 – it shows their dedication to excellence. 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! 📱🔊 The auto-rewind feature is a thoughtful addition that enhances my listening journey. I appreciate it! The ability to download audiobooks directly is fantastic. ListenBook is very convenient.
DriftDetector
Listening to audiobooks has become my guilt-free indulgence, and I love it. Noise reduction on ListenBook enhances the clarity of dictaphone recordings, allowing me to enjoy content even in noisy environments. Listened to this on a road trip and it made the hours fly by. Even my passengers who weren't following along commented on how nice the narrator's voice was.
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