Book description
A searching memoir of a life lived in the flicker of an action film, by the author of I Will Take the Answer In his first memoir, Ander Monson guides readers through a scene-by-scene exploration of the 1987 film Predator, which he has watched 146 times. Some fighters might not have time to bleed, but Monson has the patience to consider their adventure, one frame at a time. He turns his obsession into a lens through which he poignantly examines his own life, formed by mainstream, white, male American culture. Between scenes, Monson delves deeply into his adolescence in Michigan's Upper Peninsula and Riyadh, his role as a father and the loss of his own mother, and his friendships with men bound by the troubled camaraderie depicted in action and sci-fi blockbusters. Along with excursions into the conflicted pleasures of cosplay and first-person shooters, he imagines himself beside the poet and memoirist Paul Monette, who wrote the novelization of the movie while his partner was dying of AIDS. A sincere and playful book that lovingly dissects the film, Predator also offers questions and critiques of masculinity, fandom, and their interrelation with acts of mass violence. In a stirring reversal, one chapter exposes Monson through the Predator's heat-seeking vision, asking him, "What do you know about the workings of the hidden world?" As Monson brings us into the brilliant depths of the film and its universe, the hunt begins.
Admiral Tot
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Doz
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Gold Dahlia
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Duchess
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Snapdragon
The app's intuitive design makes it easy to find and listen to my favorite authors. Bookmarking on ListenBook makes it easy to pick up where I left off – no more searching for my spot!
Nightmare King
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Kitchen
I've rediscovered my love for reading, all thanks to this app's convenience. The interface is clean and intuitive. I was up and running in seconds. ListenBook is the ultimate audiobook player. The app supports all formats, and the import process is seamless. I love the playback history feature—it’s so easy to revisit my favorite parts. Highly recommend this app!
Armed Hawk
With this app, I've rediscovered the joy of reading through my ears, making every moment more valuable. I'm amazed at how this app has made my daily routines more enjoyable and intellectually fulfilling. The statistics tracking is a nice touch. ListenBook helps me keep track of my audiobook habits. Not bad, but not amazing either. The narrator’s voice was pleasant, though some parts felt a bit rushed. The story had its moments, but I wouldn’t necessarily recommend it over similar titles in the genre.
LifeRobber
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Grabber
This app is a gift for book lovers who struggle to find reading time. I'm amazed at how this app has turned my errands into exciting reading sessions. ListenBook makes my commute enjoyable. The audio filters really enhance the listening experience.
Cuff Queen
I love how this app's user-friendly interface allows me to navigate through chapters and controls effortlessly. Looping playback has revolutionized my language learning journey. I'm making rapid progress.
Sidewalk Enforcer
The fact that ListenBook supports a wide range of formats without DRM protection is a huge win. This app's support for various formats has made my audiobook collection even more diverse and exciting. Audiobook pleasure simplified – this app's design is a standout. Noise reduction and voice tone adjustment are excellent additions.
MysticMingle
ListenBook Pro's noise reduction feature has made my audio content much more enjoyable in noisy environments. Sharing audiobooks through AirDrop is a wonderful way to share the joy of storytelling with friends, sparking engaging conversations and connections that transcend boundaries. 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.
Bug Blitz
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Killer Merlot
This app is a gift for anyone with a busy lifestyle – I can enjoy books while doing chores! Sharing audiobooks with friends through AirDrop is a fun and interactive way to bond over stories.
Cuff Queen
ListenBook's audio filters and controls have revolutionized the way I enjoy my audio content. ListenBook has taken my listening pleasure to new heights – it's a true audio marvel.
True Sweetness
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Troubled Chick
Kudos to the app for making literature accessible to those with busy schedules. ListenBook’s interface is clean and intuitive. It’s a joy to use.
Scuffs
This app isn't just a tool, it's a wellspring of inspiration and positive vibes. ListenBook's compatibility with CarPlay and Apple Watch makes it a versatile companion for my daily activities. Audiobooks have turned my quiet moments into imaginative journeys – thank you, app! The narrator was good but spoke a bit too slowly for my taste. I had to speed it up to 1.2x which then made some parts sound slightly unnatural.
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