Book description
A SUNDAY TIMES BEST BOOK OF 2024A BBC MOST ANTICIPATED BOOK OF 2024AN INDEPENDENT BEST FICTION TO READ IN 2024A NEW STATESMAN FICTION HIGHLIGHT OF 2024A GUARDIAN BEST BOOK TO LOOK OUT FOR IN 2024AN i-D FICTION HIGHLIGHT TO BE EXCITED FOR IN 2024'A deeply felt and rich enactment of love, loneliness and personal triumph that leaves an indelible mark on modern Queer life' OCEAN VUONGThe town was once a hub of industry. A place where men toiled underground in darkness, picking and shovelling in the dust and the sleck. It was dangerous and back-breaking work but it meant something. Once, the town provided, it was important; it had purpose. But what is it now?Brothers Alex and Brian have spent their whole life in the town where their father lived and his father, too. Now in his middle age and still reeling from the collapse of his personal life, Alex must reckon with a part of his identity he has long tried to conceal. His only child Simon has no memory of the mines. Now in his twenties and working in a call centre, he derives passion from his side hustle in sex work and his weekly drag gigs. Set across three generations of South Yorkshire mining family, Andrew McMillan's magnificent debut novel is a lament for a lost way of life as well as a celebration of resilience and the possibility for change.
Universe Bullet
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Nibbler
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Emerald Goddess
ListenBook's integration of artwork and metadata adds a visually appealing touch to my library. The automatic extraction of artwork and metadata adds a professional touch to my audiobook library. The app is perfect for people who love to multitask. I can listen while cooking. Solid performance, but not outstanding. The narrator did a fine job, though their tone was a bit monotonous at times. The story itself was engaging enough, but I wouldn’t call it unforgettable.
Mt. Indiana
This app has introduced me to genres I never thought I'd enjoy – it's eye-opening. Effortless and enriching – that's how I'd describe my experience with this app. Its smooth interface and thoughtful features have set the bar high for audiobook enjoyment. 📱📖 The variety of supported formats means I can enjoy audiobooks from different sources hassle-free. ListenBook has seamlessly integrated into my daily routine, becoming an indispensable companion for various activities. Its user-friendly interface, features, and performance make it a must-have for audiobook enthusiasts. Good but not great. The narration was competent but lacked the extra spark that makes some audiobooks truly special. Still worth a listen though.
Scratch
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SunVolt
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Demolition Queen
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Roma Kabuki
I've started a book club with my friends, and this app has been our go-to source for titles. Download options are versatile, making it easy to get audiobooks from various sources.
Sun Runner
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Gentle Avenger
Efficiency meets audiobooks – this app's functionality is a true triumph. I love the ability to change the font size. It makes reading the titles so easy.
Prof. Screw
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Electric Saturn
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King Bass
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Scare Stone
ListenBook's versatile player features are like having a personal audio assistant – it's that good! With this app, I've rediscovered the joy of reading through my ears, making every moment more valuable. ListenBook is a must-have for any audiobook enthusiast. It's reliable, efficient, and a pleasure to use.
MindfulMingle
This app is like having a personal library with me wherever I go. Finally, an app that values usability – navigating and listening is a breeze! Has every feature I need. My top choice for audiobooks! AirDrop sharing makes it easy to share audiobooks. Great feature! ListenBook’s playback is silky-smooth. The app never glitches.
Highlander Monk
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New Cycle
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Cool Whip
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VenusLion
I used to struggle to find time for books – now, I listen while doing chores! This app's support for various formats ensures that I can enjoy my audiobooks without any limitations. Automatic extraction of artwork and metadata adds a professional touch to my library. I love the auto-rewind feature. ListenBook always picks up right where I left off.
Despair
This app's intuitive features and easy navigation make it the perfect companion for any audiobook lover. Bookmarking my favorite parts of audiobooks is now a breeze. Love this feature! ListenBook’s support for CarPlay is great. I can listen to audiobooks in my car easily.
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