Book description
This photographic celebration of queer love and excellence gathers fourteen LGBTQ+ power couples, offering a glimpse into the journeys that led to their meaningful relationships and thriving careers. From designer Debbie Millman's ardent courtship of writer Roxane Gay to the romantic and creative relationship forged between Perfume Genius bandmates Mike Hadreas and Alan Wyffels on stage during their first world tour, this beautiful book offers a closer look into the lives of fourteen inspiring LGBTQ+ couples and the meet-cutes, success stories, and personal reflections that made them the role models they are today. These icons come from a range of backgrounds--they are trailblazers who lead research labs, kitchens, and news organizations; create life-giving art and music; and tell queer stories in award-winning books, films, and television shows. With in-depth original interviews by journalist Hannah Murphy Winter and intimate photography by their wife, Billie Winter, this diverse collection is a jubilant celebration of queer love and an empowering reminder to younger LGBTQ+ generations of their limitless possibilities. AMAZING PROFILES: This superlative collection features more than twenty-five queer leaders in film and TV, the music industry, journalism, academia, fine art, and nonprofits. Read about showrunner ND Stevenson and comic artist Molly Knox Ostertag, astrologer Chani Nicholas and nonprofit founder Sonya Passi, director Anthony Hemingway and actor Steven Norfleet, chefs Aisha Ibrahim and Samantha Beaird, and many more inspiring figures. BEAUTIFUL IMAGES: Intimate, joyful, and moving, the photography of Billie Winter captures a diverse group of queer icons in the worlds they have built for themselves. Her candid, organic images of the couples share intimate moments of laughter, conversation, and comfortable silence. And at the end of every photoshoot, she asked the couples to photograph each other -- capturing the couples' love and connection with a vulnerability that only they could. This gorgeous book presents LGBTQ+ relationships in all their multiplicity. OWN VOICES: This is a book about queer power couples created by a queer couple. In-depth original interviews conducted by journalist Hannah Murphy Winter offer insightful context into the lives and careers of the LGBTQ+ changemakers, and photographs by her wife, Billie Winter, capture genuine, unscripted moments between the subjects. This is a meaningful gift for queer folks, allies who want to learn more about queer culture, and anyone who wants to uplift the stories of the LGBTQ+ community. Perfect for: Queer young people and adults and their loved ones Allies, advocates, and activists Fans of portrait anthologies and storytelling projects like Humans of New York Fans of LGBTQ+ photography books like Loving: a Photographic History of Men In Love 1850s-1950s, We Are Everywhere, and Queer Love In Color Gift-giving for birthdays, weddings, anniversaries, Valentine's Day, Pride Month, and other special occasions
RawSkills
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Po1son
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Club Nola
With this app, reading has become an integral part of my daily routine. An audiobook I’ll listen to again! The story was engaging, and the narrator’s performance made it even better. Some parts were so well-delivered that I replayed them just to hear the emotion again.
Doz Killer
Language courses on audiobooks helped me pick up a new language effortlessly. I love that ListenBook offers both basic and advanced features, catering to all types of users. Listening to audiobooks has become a ritual, thanks to this incredible app. With this app, I'm experiencing the joy of reading in a whole new light.
ThermalMode
No more straining my eyes – this app lets me 'read' with my ears! With this app, I can switch seamlessly between my iPhone and iPad, making my reading experience continuous. Adjusting playback speed has revolutionized the way I consume audiobooks. I can cover more ground while maintaining comprehension. I’m blown away by how feature-rich ListenBook is. From the customizable themes to the car mode, everything is designed with the user in mind. The app works flawlessly, and I’ve had zero issues with crashes or bugs. Highly recommend! This audiobook made my workouts fly by! The engaging narration kept me motivated to keep listening, which meant longer gym sessions. The narrator's energy matched the material perfectly - upbeat when needed, somber when appropriate. A great example of how narration can enhance text.
Dahlia Bumble
The statistics feature in ListenBook provides valuable insights into my audiobook consumption habits. ListenBook has become an integral part of my daily routine. Its compatibility with Apple Watch and CarPlay makes it the ultimate companion for various activities.
Dropkick
ListenBook has brought the joy of audiobooks back into my life in a whole new way. ListenBook's chapters, controls, and filters have taken my audiobook journey to new heights. ListenBook is my go-to app for audiobooks. It's like having a personal assistant for my literary adventures. The app is so easy to set up. I was listening to my books in no time.
Fadey
My productivity has soared since I started using ListenBook for my study materials. Sharing audiobooks with friends through AirDrop is a fun way to connect over shared interests. Elegant design and user-friendly interface. Love it!
Natural Mess
ListenBook's intuitive controls and beautiful layout make my audiobook experience a delightful one. Navigating audiobooks with ease – this app's design is user-centric. Sharing audiobooks with friends through AirDrop is a creative way to share the love of literature.
Jester
ListenBook has rekindled my love for learning, one audio experience at a time. I'm addicted to this app's seamless integration with my daily activities.
CyberScribe
The app is perfect for multitaskers. I can listen while working out. I love the ability to customize the skip buttons. It’s so convenient.
WordWanderer
Effortlessly exploring new worlds – this app's design is user-centric and efficient. ListenBook's support for playlists in the CUE format makes organizing and enjoying audiobook series a delightful experience. ListenBook's commitment to a seamless user experience is evident in its sleek design and intuitive controls. The app's performance is top-notch. It's stable, responsive, and optimized for a seamless audiobook experience. Kudos to the developers! The app's compatibility with CarPlay has made my road trips so much more enjoyable.
SunVolt
The ease of downloading content via WiFi, WebDAV, and more has made ListenBook my audiobook hub. The vast selection of titles on this app is a book lover's dream come true. I can't get enough of this app – it's a true game-changer for book lovers.
Pixy Mox
ListenBook's support for various download methods and audio formats ensures that I can always find what I'm looking for. ListenBook is my constant companion during workouts. The controls are so easy to use. Tone adjustment is a brilliant addition that lets me personalize the narration to my liking. It adds an extra layer of connection to the audiobooks.
WanderWord
I'm impressed by ListenBook's dedication to providing a comfortable listening experience. ListenBook's compatibility with various formats has made it my go-to app for all audio content. 🎙️ Grocery shopping has taken an exciting turn – I'm on a mission to explore new worlds through audiobooks! 🛒📚 What a delightful listening experience! The narrator's timing was impeccable, knowing exactly when to pause for effect or let the words flow. Their character voices were distinct yet natural - no over-the-top accents or distracting vocal tics. The audio quality was consistently excellent.
Sidewalk Enforcer
Audiobooks have become my travel companions, and this app is my guide. 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.
Fl00d
The narrators on this app are truly talented – they bring characters to life. Noise reduction is magic. I can finally enjoy dictaphone recordings without discomfort. ListenBook has revolutionized my audiobook enjoyment. It's an essential part of my daily routine. Quick access to chapters and smooth playback. Fantastic app! 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!
Pepper Prada
I'm addicted to the personalized recommendations – it's like the app knows me! ListenBook's support for a variety of download methods means I can access my content in the way that suits me best. Automated artwork and metadata retrieval add a professional touch to my audiobook library.
Star Jammer
The app's interface is sleek and modern, making it a joy to use. Easy access to chapters and silky-smooth playback. Love it! ListenBook’s interface is clean and intuitive. It’s a joy to use.
Cooger
ListenBook has turned my audio content into an immersive, personalized, and unforgettable experience. With this app, I've discovered the joy of learning while I'm on the move – it's like having a tutor by my side. The download options are versatile, making it a breeze to get my favorite audiobooks on the go. 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.
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