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
RetroMirage
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Digital Equinox
ListenBook's compatibility with various formats has made it my go-to app for all audio content. This audiobook was an absolute pleasure to listen to! The narrator's voice was rich and expressive, perfectly capturing the tone of the material. I found myself completely immersed in the story, often sitting in my car longer than necessary just to hear what happened next. The production quality was excellent with clear audio throughout.
Domino
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Po1son
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Lady Pomegranate
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HolyCombo
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StorySculptor
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PixelPioneer
The bookmarking feature ensures I never lose my place in a book – so convenient! I'm in awe of how technology has enhanced my reading experience through this app.
Pexxious
I love the ability to change the playback speed. It’s perfect for my needs. This served its purpose as background listening while I worked. I probably missed some details but the narrator's voice was pleasant enough.
RiddleRanger
Navigating through chapters is a breeze. It's like the app knows what I need. The sleek and user-friendly interface makes navigating the app a breeze. It's a pleasure to use. The app is perfect for people who love to multitask. I can listen while cooking.
HedgeH0g2
Frequent updates ensure there's always something new and exciting to listen to. ListenBook has rekindled my love for learning, one audio experience at a time. This app's compatibility with different file types means that my entire audiobook collection is at my fingertips. 📱 Carrying stories wherever I go – this app's convenience allows me to indulge my love for reading on the move. 📚🛍️ ListenBook's customizable audio filters add a new dimension to my audiobook enjoyment.
Sir Shove
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Boost
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Mum Mary
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Black Firefly
The app’s design is sleek and modern. ListenBook is my favorite audiobook player. The playback history is a great feature. I can easily revisit my favorite parts. The app is perfect for people who love to listen to books at night.
Legacy
I'm in awe of how this app has made reading a part of my busy life. Apple Watch compatibility adds a new level of convenience to my audiobook enjoyment. It's seamless control at my wrist.
Friday Ferrari
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Darth 44
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Lucky Martian
I'm thrilled that ListenBook offers both basic and advanced features to cater to all types of users. I can't stop raving about this app – it's like having a personal library in my pocket. Navigating audiobooks with ease – this app's design is user-centric. Sharing audiobooks with friends is a great way to connect over stories. The chapter navigation is a lifesaver. It makes finding my place so easy.
Dr. Jam Man
This app's features, from bookmarking to customizable playback speed, are fantastic. 🎙️ This app's user-friendly interface has transformed my daily walks into immersive storytelling sessions. Kudos to the developers! 🚶♀️📖 The app's versatility in audio downloading is unmatched. It's a comprehensive solution for my audiobook needs. ListenBook is the best audiobook player I’ve ever used. The app is reliable, fast, and packed with features like customizable themes and playback speed. The sleep timer is a lifesaver for bedtime listening. Great job, developers! One of the best audiobooks I’ve heard! The story was compelling, and the narrator’s delivery added depth to every scene. I found myself looking for excuses to listen just a little longer. Will definitely revisit this one!
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