Book description
Finalist for the PEN/Faulkner Award, the Barnes & Noble Discover Prize, and the James Tait Black Prize for Fiction. One of the Washington Post's 50 Notable Works of Fiction in 2023. One of The New York Times' 10 Best California Books of 2023. Longlisted for the Mark Twain American Voice in Literature Award. "Open Throat is what fiction should be." -The New York Times Book ReviewA lonely, lovable, queer mountain lion narrates this star-making fever dream of a novel.A queer and dangerously hungry mountain lion lives in the drought-devastated land under the Hollywood sign. Lonely and fascinated by humanity's foibles, the lion spends their days protecting a nearby homeless encampment, observing hikers complain about their trauma, and, in quiet moments, grappling with the complexities of their gender identity, memories of a vicious father, and the indignities of sentience. When a man-made fire engulfs the encampment, the lion is forced from the hills down into the city the hikers call "ellay." As the lion confronts a carousel of temptations and threats, they take us on a tour that spans the cruel inequalities of Los Angeles and the toll of climate grief. But even when salvation finally seems within reach, they are forced to face down the ultimate question: Do they want to eat a person, or become one?Henry Hoke's Open Throat is a marvel of storytelling, a universal journey through a wondrous and menacing world recounted by a lovable mountain lion. Feral and vulnerable, profound and playful, Open Throat is a star-making novel that brings the mythic to life.
Wildcat Talent
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NexusNavigator
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DeathDancer
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Scooby Did
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Moon Orchid
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Back Bett
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Soiled Dove
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Phoenix Sparrow
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ForumFusion
I'm thrilled to finally have a way to enjoy books while keeping up with my busy schedule. ListenBook's library organization and Book Groups feature make it easy to keep my audiobooks organized and accessible. ListenBook's compatibility with various audio formats ensures that I can enjoy a wide range of content hassle-free. ListenBook has completely changed my audiobook experience – it's like having a personal audio library. The ability to adjust playback speed is a fantastic study aid. I'm absorbing information faster than ever.
ZenaCake
The automatic extraction of artwork and metadata keeps my audiobook library organized and visually appealing. Tone adjustment is a thoughtful addition that adds a personal touch to the audiobook narration. It's like having a narrator tailor their voice to my preferences.
PixelPioneer
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Plegasus
As a visually impaired person, this app has opened up a new world of stories for me. Looping playback has revolutionized my language learning journey. I'm making rapid progress.
ThreadTrail
I'm hooked on this app – it's my escape to different worlds and adventures. The playback speed control is a game-changer. ListenBook lets me listen at my own pace.
Darkside Isis
ListenBook's unlimited length of audiobooks with the Pro version is a fantastic value for avid listeners. Audiobooks have never been this immersive – this app transports me to different worlds. is a breeze with ListenBook. It's convenient and efficient.
ManManMan
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Star Killer
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CirrusFlash
I can't believe how much I've 'read' since I started using this app. I'm amazed at how this app's narrators bring characters and stories to life. Looping playback is a valuable study tool. It helps me grasp complex content and retain information. ListenBook has united my love for audiobooks with my passion for learning. What a brilliant app! Easy sharing with friends via AirDrop. Very convenient.
InsightInkwell
As a language enthusiast, this app has been a fantastic tool for learning new languages. ListenBook's user-friendly interface and powerful features have rekindled my love for audiobooks. The audio filters and precise controls are fantastic! Say goodbye to monotony – this app's diverse format support and intuitive controls have turned my daily activities into thrilling audiobook adventures. 📱🔊
Phoenix Sparrow
ListenBook has become my workout companion of choice. It keeps me motivated and entertained during exercise. Sharing audiobooks through AirDrop is a wonderful way to share the joy of storytelling with friends, sparking engaging conversations and connections that transcend boundaries.
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