Book description
Redshirts is John Scalzi's Hugo Award-winning novel of the starship ensigns who were expendable...until they started comparing notes. Tor Essentials presents new editions of science fiction and fantasy titles of proven merit and lasting value, each volume introduced by an appropriate literary figure. Ensign Andrew Dahl has just been assigned to the Universal Union Capital Ship Intrepid, flagship of the Universal Union since the year 2456. It's a prestige posting, with the chance to serve on "Away Missions" alongside the starship's famous senior officers. Life couldn't be better...until Andrew begins to realize that (1) every Away Mission involves a lethal confrontation with alien forces, (2) the ship's senior officers always survive these confrontations, and (3) sadly, at least one low-ranking crew member is invariably killed. Unsurprisingly, the savvier crew members belowdecks avoid Away Missions at all costs. Then Andrew stumbles on information that transforms his and his colleagues' understanding of what the starship Intrepid really is...and offers them a crazy, high-risk chance to save their own lives. With a new introduction by Mary Robinette Kowal, author of the Hugo-winning The Calculating Stars.
Bones
Adjusting the narrator's voice tone is a creative feature that adds a personal touch to the experience. A masterclass in audiobook narration! The performer maintained perfect consistency in character voices throughout while keeping the main narration clear and engaging. The production was flawless - no weird edits or background noise. I'll be seeking out more works by this narrator.
Rooster
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ForumFusion
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Scrapper
Book groups feature keeps series and related titles together. Neat and tidy! With support for various audio formats, ListenBook ensures I can enjoy my favorite audiobooks without worries.
ThoughtTrailblazer
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StorySculptor
Audiobook enjoyment redefined – this app's design focuses on the essentials. Library organization has never been this easy. My audiobook collection is finally tidy. ListenBook's library organization keeps my audiobooks neat and accessible. A true organizational lifesaver! ListenBook Pro's noise reduction makes sure that background distractions don't interfere with my listening. The app is so easy to set up. I was listening to my books in no time.
Mrs. Voltage
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Devil Blade
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NexusNinja
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Pigeon Woman
I've discovered authors I'd never heard of before, and now they're among my favorites. This app's ease of use has made reading more accessible and enjoyable than ever before. Navigating chapters is a breeze with ListenBook. It's a user-friendly and seamless experience. I'm amazed by the app's compatibility with different audio formats. It's truly versatile.
Fadey
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Willow Dragon
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RealmRanger
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Mrs. Voltage
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Show Boat
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Scooby Did
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Washer
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Pluto
Noise reduction on ListenBook enhances the clarity of dictaphone recordings, allowing me to enjoy content even in noisy environments. Noise reduction on ListenBook Pro is a revelation. It elevates the audio quality to a new level.
Liquid Science
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Divine Bramble
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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