Book description
Once upon a time, if you wanted to know if a movie was worth seeing, you didn't check out Rotten Tomatoes or IMDB. You asked whether Siskel & Ebert had given it "two thumbs up." On a cold Saturday afternoon in 1975, two men (who had known each other for eight years before they'd ever exchanged a word) met for lunch in a Chicago pub. Gene Siskel was the film critic for the Chicago Tribune. Roger Ebert had recently won the Pulitzer Prize--the first ever awarded to a film critic--for his work at the Chicago Sun-Times. To say they despised each other was an understatement. When they reluctantly agreed to collaborate on a new movie review show with PBS, there was at least as much sparring off-camera as on. No decision--from which films to cover to who would read the lead review to how to pronounce foreign titles--was made without conflict, but their often-antagonistic partnership (which later transformed into genuine friendship) made for great television. In the years that followed, their signature "Two thumbs up!" would become the most trusted critical brand in Hollywood. In Opposable Thumbs, award-winning editor and film critic Matt Singer eavesdrops on their iconic balcony set, detailing their rise from making a few hundred dollars a week on local Chicago PBS to securing multimillion-dollar contracts for a syndicated series (a move that convinced a young local host named Oprah Winfrey to do the same). Their partnership was cut short when Gene Siskel passed away in February of 1999 after a battle with brain cancer that he'd kept secret from everyone outside his immediate family--including Roger Ebert, who never got to say goodbye to his longtime partner. But their influence on in the way we talk about (and think about) movies continues to this day.
TrixiePhany
Thanks to ListenBook's extensive statistics, I can track my audiobook consumption and celebrate my progress. ListenBook Pro's noise reduction feature is a blessing for clear listening in noisy environments. ListenBook has transformed my listening habits, making them more engaging and enjoyable. Gone are the days of straining my eyes to read β this app lets me 'read' with my ears, anywhere, anytime. ListenBook is hands down the best audiobook player Iβve ever used. The interface is clean, intuitive, and packed with features like customizable playback speed and sleep timers. It supports all formats, which is a huge plus for me. Highly recommend!
ThoughtTrailblazer
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Blackfire
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CZR
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Kill Switch
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Night Magnet
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Fadey
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Yellow Menace
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Arsenic Coo
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Disco Thunder
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Morbid Sugar
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SneakerKid
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Dallas Foxface
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Mindless Bobcat
ListenBook's support for various audio formats makes it a versatile app for all kinds of audiobook enthusiasts. With ListenBook, my audio content is organized, accessible, and ready to inspire me. π Embracing reading in the busiest of times β this app is my everyday escape! ππββοΈ Adjusting the tone of the voice is a creative feature. It allows for a unique and personalized experience. No more converting files β this app effortlessly handles various formats, saving me time and effort.
Jade Fox
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101
The ListenBook app has become an indispensable part of my daily routine, helping me learn and relax simultaneously. Sharing audiobooks with friends through AirDrop and Sharing on ListenBook Pro is a fantastic way to spread the joy. This app's convenience has made my audiobook addiction thrive! ListenBookβs support for CarPlay and Apple Watch is fantastic. I can listen anywhere.
Disco Thunder
This app is a game-changer for anyone who's always on the go β it's like carrying a library in my pocket. Audiobook enthusiasts, rejoice! This app's design focuses on seamless interaction. ListenBook Pro's tone adjustment feature is a unique tool that adds a touch of creativity to my listening experience.
Mum Mary
The bookmarking feature ensures I never lose my place in a book β so convenient! Sharing audiobooks with friends through AirDrop and Sharing on ListenBook Pro is a feature I can't live without. ListenBook has turned my downtime into an opportunity for exploration and growth. This app has turned my screen time into valuable learning opportunities. This was an adequate audiobook for casual listening. The narrator maintained a consistent pace and clear diction throughout, though their performance lacked some emotional range. The audio quality was fine with no significant technical distractions.
QuestQuill
Audiobooks at my fingertips β this app's functionality is truly impressive. Looping playback has revolutionized my language learning journey. I'm making rapid progress.
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