Book description
SHORTLISTED FOR THE RATHBONES FOLIO PRIZE 2023 WINNER OF THE 2022 GOVERNOR GENERAL'S LITERARY AWARD IN FICTIONNamed a Best Book of the Year by The New York Times, The New Yorker, Vulture, The Times Literary Supplement, and moreWhat if this world is just a first draft, made by some great artist in order to be destroyed?In this first draft, a woman named Mira leaves home to study. There, she meets Annie, whose tremendous power opens Mira's chest like a portal - to what, she doesn't know. When Mira is older, her beloved father dies, and she enters that strange and dizzying dimension that true loss opens up.Pure Colour tells the story of a life, from beginning to end. It is a contemporary bible, an atlas of feeling and a shape-shifting epic that is celestially bright and streaked with beauty.'Beautiful and impossible to put down. Sheila Heti is a genius.' Avni Doshi'This one-of-a-kind novel... feels nothing less than vital.' Observer'An original, a book that says something new for our difficult times.' Anne Enright, Guardian'A treat.' Stylist_______________________PRAISE FOR SHEILA HETI:'Exhilarating...it made me want to write' Sally Rooney, on How Should a Person Be?'Sheila Heti has broken new ground' Rachel Cusk, on Motherhood'Complex, artfully messy and hilarious' Miranda July, on How Should a Person Be?'Thrilling, very funny, and almost unbearably moving' Garth Greenwell, on Motherhood'Courageous, necessary, visionary' Elif Batuman, on Motherhood
SpellTansy
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Gingersnap Woman
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Bad Badminton
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Midnight Rider
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Cuff Queen
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Dora the Destroyer
The voice boost feature is amazing. It makes every word crystal clear. Highly engaging! The combination of a well-written story and skilled narration made this audiobook hard to pause. I finished it much faster than I expected because I just couldn’t stop listening.
Fuzzy Claws
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Bad Princess
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Lady Killer
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Baked ZD
Bookmarks are a must-have for any audiobook lover. They help me stay organized and engaged. Adjustable playback speed and volume control are top-notch. I'm so glad I chose the audiobook version! The narrator added layers of meaning I might have missed reading silently. Their interpretation of the material felt thoughtful and authentic. The recording was technically perfect - no reverb, no peaking, just clean, pleasant audio.
RiddleRover
I'd love to see more classic titles, but the current selection is already fantastic. 💼 Boosting productivity at work with an audiobook in the background – love it! 💻🎧 Finally, an app that supports all audiobook formats! Flawless playback. The app's compatibility with various sources for audio download is a true time-saver. Great app for audiobook enthusiasts. ListenBook supports a wide range of formats.
Blood Taker
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Saturnalia
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London Fox
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Instant Star
This app has made my road trips and flights infinitely more enjoyable. 📚 The simplicity and functionality of this app are top-notch. I can start a book with just a tap and immerse myself in the story instantly. 📱📖 Audiobooks made accessible – this app's ease of use is a true blessing. The versatility of this app is mind-boggling. It's like a one-stop solution for audiobooks.
CirrusFlash
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Moxie
With this app, reading is as simple as pressing play – it's genius! The auto-rewind feature is a thoughtful addition that enhances my listening journey. I appreciate it!
Impulse
This app's compatibility with various devices ensures that I can enjoy my audiobooks wherever I am. ListenBook's auto-rewind feature is a thoughtful addition that ensures I never miss a single word. ListenBook's tone adjustment feature in the Pro version is a creative tool that adds a fun twist to my audiobook journey. ListenBook's audio filters are a valuable tool for customizing my audiobook playback to perfection. Book groups feature keeps series and related titles together. Neat and tidy!
Nightmare King
ListenBook's intuitive controls and beautiful layout make my audiobook experience a delightful one. 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. 🌟📚 Adjusting the tone of the voice is a creative feature. It allows for a unique and personalized experience.
Mad Viral
I'm grateful for this app, as it allows me to keep up with my reading even while multitasking. Kudos to the developers for crafting an app that understands readers' needs. The smooth playback and sleek design are pure perfection. 📚👏
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