Book description
More than sixty years ago, William S. Burroughs and Jack Kerouac, two novice writers at the dawn of their careers, sat down to write a novel about the summer of 1944, when one of their friends killed another in a moment of brutal and tragic bloodshed. Alternating chapters, they pieced together a hard-boiled tale of bohemian New York during World War II, full of drugs and obsession, art and violence. The manuscript, named after a line from a news story about a fire at a circus, was rejected by publishers and confined to a filing cabinet for decades. Now, for the first time, this legendary collaboration between two of the twentieth centuryβs most influential writers is being released. Both a fascinating piece of American literary history and an engrossing, atmospheric novel, it brings to life a shocking murder at the dawn of the Beat Generation.
Alley Frog
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Dance Bloom
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Prof. Screw
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Pluto
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RiddleRanger
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Spider Fuji
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Bad Badminton
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Dez Bonbon
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Foot-long Fry
Effortless audiobook exploration β this app's functionality is a true delight. I love how I can create playlists. Itβs perfect for organizing my books.
Lava Nibbler
ListenBook has transformed my mundane activities into enjoyable moments of learning and entertainment. I've rediscovered my love for reading, all thanks to this app's convenience. The app's interface is so sleek and modern. It's a joy to use. The app never crashes. Itβs reliable and stable. The app is so easy to use. I was up and running in minutes.
Cosmic Presence
The 'Explore' feature has introduced me to authors I might never have discovered otherwise. The ListenBook app is a must-have for anyone who loves to learn and be entertained through audiobooks. Audiobook enthusiasts, rejoice! This app's thoughtful features, such as auto-rewind and chapter navigation, cater perfectly to our storytelling cravings. ππ The attention to detail is commendable. Artwork and metadata are sorted automatically. ListenBook has transformed how I enjoy audiobooks. The app is a game-changer!
Gabriel Dandelion
ListenBook's dedication to excellence is evident in its well-designed interface, smooth playback, and powerful features. Accessing literary treasures has never been this straightforward β thank you, app! With support for various audio formats, ListenBook ensures I can enjoy my favorite audiobooks without worries.
Bom Crossed
ListenBook has rekindled my love for learning, one audio experience at a time. The app's support for different audio formats is like a dream come true for audiophiles. ListenBook Pro's noise reduction feature has significantly enhanced my audio quality. ListenBook is hands down the best audiobook player Iβve ever used. The interface is clean, intuitive, and packed with features like customizable playback speed and sleep timers. It supports all formats, which is a huge plus for me. Highly recommend! A serviceable audiobook that met basic expectations. The narration was clear if somewhat unremarkable, and the production quality was standard without any noticeable technical issues. It kept me moderately engaged during workouts but didn't leave a lasting impression.
Valley Guardian
π Who needs a dull commute when you can embark on literary journeys with this app? ππ My audiobook collection has never been more organized. Library management is a breeze.
Toy Peep
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Polar Bee
The bookmarking feature ensures I never lose my place in a book β so convenient! ππ Turn traffic into a literary escape β this app's functionality keeps me engaged while I'm on the move. ππ§ Navigating through my audiobook collection is a breeze β this app's intuitive interface and convenient controls have made my reading journey effortless. π±π ListenBook is a prime example of user-centered design. It's clear that the developers understand audiobook lovers' needs.
Killer Grenade
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Miss Mustard
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NexusNavigator
I can't believe how much time I've saved thanks to this efficient app! Sharing audiobooks with friends through AirDrop and Sharing on ListenBook Pro is fantastic. π©βπ³ Turning cooking sessions into culinary adventures, complete with intriguing tales! π³π§ Navigating through chapters is a breeze. It's like the app knows what I need. The app is so well-designed. Itβs clear the developers put a lot of thought into it.
RiddleRanger
Looping playback is a valuable study tool. It helps me grasp complex content and retain information. The app's support for multiple formats is flawless. Very satisfied. Binaural audio processing reduces listening fatigue. Fantastic feature! Great for fans of this genre! The pacing, narration, and production quality were all excellent. It felt like a movie playing in my mind. Iβll be checking out more from this narrator for sure.
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