Book description
At an early age, award-winning travel writer, Mark Chesnut, learned to dodge discomfort by jumping on the nearest plane, bus or car. That tactic proved especially useful when his single mother made it clear that there was no room for discussion about his gay identity.Mark, overwhelmed with wanderlust, shoplifts in airports, avoids Southern Baptist salvation, acts like Hillary Clinton in a nursing home, and dresses in drag with his grandfather. He even creates an imaginary airline and flies away.Now, as 89-year-old Eunice Chesnut moves to a New York City nursing home to be near her son, Mark's obsession with travel takes a backseat as he embarks on the most emotional journey of all. More than an end-of-life memoir, more than a collection of childhood memories and travel stories, Prepare for Departure showcases what happens when a permissive mother and a mistfit son face death while revisiting life. Buckle your seatbelts for a witty, touching and darkly humorous trip - through time, loss, forgiveness and acceptance.
Beetle King
π Embracing a new reading habit with this app's seamless accessibility. Say goodbye to boredom! π±π A middle-of-the-road audiobook that neither impressed nor disappointed. The narrator's voice was agreeable enough for extended listening, though their character differentiation could have been stronger. The production met basic industry standards without any standout qualities.
Sexual Chocolate
Thanks to this app, I can enjoy the world of literature without missing a beat in my fast-paced life. ListenBook has become my workout buddy. It keeps me entertained and motivated during exercise.
Psycho Thinker
ListenBook Pro offers amazing value with unlimited audiobook length and noise reduction features. This app's convenience has made reading a priority in my busy schedule. π©βπ³ Cooking up a storm while enjoying thrilling stories β this app adds flavor to my meals! π³π§ Listening stats keep me motivated to read more. Great addition! Great for both casual listening and studying. The audio filters are a nice touch.
Bad Beh8vior
ListenBook's compatibility with CarPlay and Apple Watch is a testament to its innovation. This app has turned my gym sessions into immersive storytelling experiences β time flies by! πββοΈπ Combining exercise and exploration β audiobooks make my runs more exciting! πββοΈπ§ I'm on a literary adventure wherever I go, all thanks to this app. Its extensive format support and effortless navigation make audiobook listening a breeze. ππ 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.
Mad Kid
I can't thank the developers enough for constantly updating and improving the app. With this app, I've found a way to make long flights and road trips more enjoyable and enlightening. πββοΈπ Combining exercise and exploration β this app keeps me motivated on my daily jogs! πββοΈπ ListenBook's attention to detail in design and functionality sets it apart from other audiobook apps. ListenBook's loop and shuffle playback features add versatility to my audiobook listening experience.
Snow Hound
I've been recommending this app to all my friends β it's a true game-changer. ListenBook's commitment to providing a smooth and enjoyable listening experience is evident in every detail. ListenBook has redefined the way I experience stories, turning every moment into an adventure. With this app, I've discovered a new way to make my workouts and downtime more engaging and insightful. ListenBook has become my trusted companion for literary adventures. The app's features are exceptional.
Joker's Grin
This app's features, from bookmarking to customizable playback speed, are fantastic. πΌ Enhancing work-from-home productivity β audiobooks make even the most routine tasks a delight. π»π
Woodland Beauty
This app has transformed my daily walks into exciting literary adventures. ListenBook's innovation, seamless playback, and versatile features make it a standout app. π This app's functionality is a masterpiece β it seamlessly integrates audiobooks into my daily routine. ππ¨ I'm impressed by the app's performance β it's stable, fast, and tailored for audiobook enthusiasts.
Crash Enforcer
With ListenBook, I can effortlessly manage and organize my audiobook library. ListenBook's support for a variety of download methods means I can access my content in the way that suits me best. With this app, I've rediscovered the joy of literature during my daily walks β it's truly invigorating. Sharing audiobooks through AirDrop is a fun and convenient way to share the magic of storytelling with friends and family, sparking meaningful discussions.
Firefly
ListenBook's user-friendly controls and innovative features have made it an indispensable tool for my audiobook enjoyment. ListenBook has made managing and enjoying audiobooks, lectures, and speeches effortless and enjoyable. ποΈ The app's functionality is a true work of art β it enhances the audiobook experience and brings stories to life. ππ¨ I can't believe how seamless the integration with Apple Watch is. My workouts just got better. My audiobook collection has never looked better. Thanks to automatic artwork and metadata.
Bliss
Sharing audiobooks with friends through AirDrop and Sharing on ListenBook Pro is a fantastic way to spread the joy. ListenBook has turned my audio content into an immersive, personalized, and unforgettable experience. Adjusting playback speed has transformed the way I consume audiobooks. I can tailor the pacing to match my learning style and preferences.
Blistered Outlaw
This app's compatibility with different formats has made my audiobook collection diverse and enjoyable. Thanks to ListenBook, downloading audiobooks is a hassle-free process, regardless of the source. Automated artwork and metadata retrieval add a professional touch to my audiobook library. ListenBook is the ultimate audiobook player. The app supports all formats, and the import process is seamless. I love the playback history featureβitβs so easy to revisit my favorite parts. Highly recommend this app!
Slug-em-dog
π This app is a testament to thoughtful design β its functionality seamlessly blends with my lifestyle, making reading effortless. πβ¨ ποΈ The app's functionality is a true work of art β it enhances the audiobook experience and brings stories to life. ππ¨ Effortless audiobook management β this app's usability is a triumph. Adjustable playback speed is a fantastic feature. It allows me to customize my listening experience. I love the chapter navigation feature. ListenBook makes it easy to find specific sections.
Swedish Pixie
The extensive audiobook collection for children is a blessing for my little ones. This app's convenience has turned my daily chores into moments of literary escape. ListenBook Pro's noise reduction feature is a blessing for clear dictaphone recordings. The user-friendly interface and smooth navigation make this app a pleasure to use daily. Looping playback is a study tool that I can't live without. It helps me master challenging content.
Sky Trinity
This app has turned my screen time into valuable learning opportunities. ListenBook's compatibility with CarPlay is a major convenience during road trips.
Tootsie Killer
ListenBook's library organization and book groups help me keep my content neatly sorted. Adjusting the tone of the voice is a novel feature that allows for a personalized listening experience. ListenBook Pro's unlimited audiobook length feature is fantastic. ListenBook has completely changed how I enjoy audiobooks. The app is packed with features like customizable skip intervals, playback speed, and sleep timers. The interface is clean and easy to navigate. Five stars! Not bad, but not amazing either. The narratorβs voice was pleasant, though some parts felt a bit rushed. The story had its moments, but I wouldnβt necessarily recommend it over similar titles in the genre.
Fadey
Audiobooks have become a source of inspiration and motivation, thanks to this app. With ListenBook, my audio content is organized, accessible, and ready to inspire me. Supports a wide range of formats flawlessly. Very happy with it. ListenBook is the ultimate audiobook player. The app supports all formats, and the import process is seamless. I love the playback history featureβitβs so easy to revisit my favorite parts. Highly recommend this app!
Bitmap
I'm addicted to this app β it's a non-stop journey through captivating tales. ListenBook has become my ultimate audiobook companion. It enhances every listening session. The app is so easy to use. I was up and running in minutes. The app is perfect for people who love to listen to books at night.
Houston
ListenBook Pro's noise reduction feature has made my audio content much more enjoyable in noisy environments. With its powerful audio downloading features, I can have my favorite audiobooks ready to go, anytime and anywhere.
Spider Fuji
Listening to audiobooks has never been this convenient and enjoyable! I'm impressed by the app's compatibility with CarPlay. It keeps me entertained on long drives.
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