Book description
Before Alfred Hitchcock adapted her debut novel, Strangers on a Train, for the big screen; before her suave and sociopathic Thomas Ripley snaked his way into the canon of psychological suspense; and before The Price of Salt became a cult classic of romantic obsession, who was Patricia Highsmith? Focused on her formative years in Manhattan, this condensed edition of Highsmith's monumental Diaries and Notebooks reveals "Pat" at her most passionate and florescent. Beginning in 1941 at Barnard College and encompassing the Texas native's adventurous twenties, ?The New York Years intertwines scenes from her dizzying social life--rife with sleepless nights barhopping in the queer underground Greenwich Village scene, always juggling too many lovers--with an intimate self-portrait of a young artist who by day dispassionately wrote comics for a paycheck. Amid all the hangovers and the breakups, she read voraciously and honed her craft with verve. Laid bare in this perennial reader's edition are the bold, hilarious, romantic, tragic, and maddeningly contradictory observations of one of "our greatest modernist writers" (Gore Vidal).
Cool Whip
The auto-rewind feature after interruptions is a small thing that makes a big difference. Quick access to chapters and controls makes ListenBook a joy to use. It's a seamless experience. The app is so versatile. It works with all my devices.
Widow Curio
The sound quality is outstanding – it's like having a movie theater in my ears! Sharing audiobooks with friends through AirDrop is a delightful way to share the joy of storytelling.
Grabber
I love that I can switch between fiction and non-fiction effortlessly. ListenBook's commitment to providing a high-quality audiobook experience is truly commendable. The app's compatibility with CarPlay and Apple Watch is a huge plus. Makes audiobook listening super easy and enjoyable. Thank you! What a fantastic listening experience! The narrator brought the characters to life with distinct voices and emotional depth. The pacing was perfect - not too fast to lose details, not too slow to become boring. I particularly appreciated how well the narrator conveyed the atmosphere of key scenes.
Good-lookin’
Changing the tone of the sound on ListenBook Pro is a unique feature that adds a personal touch to my listening. ListenBook's thoughtful inclusion of chapters, controls, and filters has enhanced my audiobook experience. This app has turned my gym sessions into immersive storytelling experiences – time flies by!
Impulse
Sharing audiobooks through AirDrop is a delightful way to spread the joy of storytelling. A fun feature! The app is so easy to use. I was up and running in minutes.
Essex
With ListenBook, I can listen to my favorite audiobooks and speeches with maximum comfort and convenience. The app is very easy to use. ListenBook makes managing my audiobook library simple. I love the ability to change the playback speed. It’s perfect for my needs.
Duchess
I'm addicted to this app's seamless performance and impressive library. ListenBook has brought the joy of audiobooks back into my life in a whole new way. This app has turned my mundane tasks into exciting opportunities for reading. With this app, every moment becomes an opportunity to indulge in fantastic stories. The controls, layout, and seamless playback are a reader's dream. 📚🎧 ListenBook Pro's noise reduction feature enhances my immersion in every audiobook, regardless of surroundings.
Bowler
ListenBook's user-friendly controls and innovative features have made it an essential tool for my audiobook enjoyment. I love that I can download content directly from the internet within the ListenBook app – so handy! Looping playback is my favorite study tool. It's a game-changer for mastering challenging content. Perfect for my daily walks. The story was engaging enough to keep me motivated to exercise but not so complex that I got lost in thought. Great production quality too.
New York Mood
The audio filters on ListenBook enhance the sound quality, making every listening session a treat for my ears. ListenBook has completely changed my audiobook experience – it's like having a personal audio library. Navigating audiobooks with ease – this app's functionality is a standout. ListenBook’s interface is clean and intuitive. It’s a joy to use.
Sleek Zelda
ListenBook's library organization features have transformed my chaotic audiobook collection into an organized masterpiece. 🚗 Long road trips? No problem – this app keeps me entertained mile after mile! 🚙📚 The app is so intuitive. I didn’t even need to read the instructions.
Serendipity
Now I can enjoy my favorite books anytime, even during workouts. I'm in awe of how technology has enhanced my reading experience through this app. ListenBook's library organization and Book Groups feature make it easy to keep my audiobooks organized and accessible. This app has transformed my daily walks into insightful journeys of knowledge – talk about efficiency!
Girl Brownie
With ListenBook, every moment is an opportunity to explore new stories and gain knowledge. With this app, I'm experiencing the joy of reading in a whole new light.
Spicy Thunder
🏃♀️📚 Combining exercise and exploration – audiobooks make my runs more exciting! 🏃♀️🎧 📱 Carrying stories in my pocket – this app's convenience is a game-changer! 📚🛍️ Adjusting the narrator's voice tone is a fantastic feature. It adds a personal touch. Finally, an app that handles all my audiobook formats effortlessly. ListenBook is a must-have!
Crazy Rox
ListenBook's support for a wide range of formats means I can listen to all my favorite content without worries. 🏃♀️📖 Running with purpose – this app keeps my mind engaged as I conquer my fitness goals! 🏃♀️📚 With ListenBook, I've rediscovered my love for audiobooks. The binaural audio processing is a game-changer for comfortable, fatigue-free listening. I've listened to hundreds of audiobooks, and this one stands out for its professional quality. The narrator struck the ideal balance between dramatic interpretation and letting the text speak for itself. The audio engineering was superb with consistent volume levels and crystal-clear recording.
NexusNomad
I can finally tackle my reading list while stuck in traffic – what a win! I'm hooked on this app's ability to make every moment a reading moment. The speed adjustment feature is my secret weapon for studying complex materials. CUE playlist support is a fantastic feature that allows me to curate themed listening sessions, creating a dynamic and engaging audiobook experience. The interface is beautiful and functional. ListenBook is my go-to app for audiobooks.
Dark Horse
🎶 Music? Nah, I prefer immersing myself in captivating stories with this app! 🎶📖 Audiobooks at my fingertips – this app's functionality is a true marvel.
Swan Mustang
ListenBook Pro's noise reduction feature turns any environment into a cozy listening haven. CUE playlist support is a rare gem. Perfect for organizing content efficiently. Automated artwork and metadata extraction keeps my audiobook library visually appealing.
Sky Bully
Audiobooks have made my workouts more enjoyable, and I'm seeing results! The family subscription option is a money-saver – everyone gets to enjoy their favorite books. ⏰ Early mornings have become my favorite time to listen to audiobooks – energizing! 🌅🎧 Seamless audiobook integration – this app's functionality is a true gem. The app is very easy to use. ListenBook makes managing my audiobook library simple.
CyberScribe
ListenBook is my daily companion, turning mundane tasks into exciting audio adventures. I can't get enough of this app – it's a true game-changer for book lovers. Discovering new literary worlds has never been this easy. This app's compatibility with various formats ensures that my audiobook library is at my fingertips. 📚🔊 Looping playback helps me retain knowledge from audiobooks effectively. It's an invaluable tool. I appreciate the dark mode option. It’s easy on the eyes during nighttime listening.
QuantumQuill
Shuffle playback is a fun feature. It keeps me engaged with my audiobooks. Perfect for studying with its playback controls and audio filters. Excellent app! Quick access to chapters and smooth playback. Fantastic app! The app is perfect for people who love to listen to books while exercising.
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