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
Prez Dog
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MeeP
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Acid Gosling
CUE playlist support is a fantastic feature for those who enjoy organized and structured listening. The app is very easy to use. ListenBook makes managing my audiobook library simple. I love how ListenBook makes it easy to organize my audiobook library. The app supports all formats, and the import process is a breeze. The playback controls are responsive, and the sound quality is excellent. Highly recommend!
Judge
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Pogue
I'm amazed at how immersive the experience is – it's like being inside the story. ListenBook's dedication to enhancing the audiobook experience has made it my preferred app for listening to content on the go. AirDrop and sharing make it easy to spread the audiobook love with friends. Adjusting the tone of the voice is an innovative feature that allows for a personalized listening experience. ListenBook is the best audiobook player I’ve ever used. The app is packed with features like customizable skip intervals, playback speed, and sleep timers. The interface is clean and easy to navigate, making it a joy to use. Five stars!
ShadowFax
This app has broadened my literary horizons, introducing me to new authors. 🎙️ The app's functionality is a true work of art – it enhances the audiobook experience and brings stories to life. 📚🎨 Audiobook pleasure simplified – this app's design is a true winner. Sharing audiobooks with friends is a blast. AirDrop makes it seamless.
Palomino
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Hog Butcher
ListenBook's library organization and book groups make managing my collection effortless. Noise reduction on ListenBook Pro is a game-changer. I can enjoy clear recordings. No more converting files – this app effortlessly handles various formats, saving me time and effort. ListenBook has become an essential part of my day, enhancing my commute and allowing me to enjoy audiobooks like never before. The narrator's voice was like butter - smooth, rich, and utterly pleasant to listen to for hours. They handled complex sentences with ease, making even dense material accessible. I never had to rewind because I missed something due to unclear delivery. Perfection!
RightN0w2
ListenBook has transformed how I enjoy audiobooks. The app is a game-changer! It was fine. The narrator did an adequate job but nothing about the performance particularly stood out to me. Got me through my commute though.
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I'm absolutely in love with this app! The interface is so intuitive and user-friendly. I can't imagine my life without this app – it has made audiobook enjoyment effortless and convenient. Looping playback is a game-changer for my study sessions. I can focus on challenging content. The app supports background playback, which is a must for me.
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I'm blown away by ListenBook's ability to play diverse formats flawlessly – it's a game-changer. This app has made reading a part of my lifestyle, no matter where I am. Thanks to ListenBook, downloading audiobooks from various sources has become effortless.
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