Book description
"One of our smartest, most inventive humor writers, Ortberg combines bathos and the devotional into a revelation." --Jordy Rosenberg, The New York Times Book Review From the New York Times bestselling author of Texts From Jane Eyre and Merry Spinster, writer of Slate's "Dear Prudence" column, and cofounder of The Toast comes a hilarious and stirring collection of essays and cultural observations spanning pop culture--from the endearingly popular to the staggeringly obscure.Daniel M. Lavery is known for blending genres, forms, and sources to develop fascinating new hybrids--from lyric rants to horror recipes to pornographic scripture. In his most personal work to date, he turns his attention to the essay, offering vigorous and laugh-out-loud funny accounts of both popular and highbrow culture while mixing in meditations on gender transition, family dynamics, and the many meanings of faith. From a thoughtful analysis of the beauty of William Shatner to a sinister reimagining of HGTV's House Hunters, and featuring figures as varied as Anne of Green Gables, Columbo, Nora Ephron, Apollo, and the cast of Mean Girls, Something That May Shock and Discredit You is a hilarious and emotionally exhilarating compendium that combines personal history with cultural history to make you see yourself and those around you entirely anew. It further establishes Lavery as one of the most innovative and engaging voices of his generation--and it may just change the way you think about Lord Byron forever.
The Shield Toronto
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Mrs. Voltage
The variety of narrators adds a unique touch to each book, making every experience special. ListenBook Pro's noise reduction feature is a blessing for clear dictaphone recordings.
Boo
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White Snare
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Hidden Tree
Adjusting the narrator's voice tone is a fun way to personalize the listening experience. Noise reduction on ListenBook Pro is a revelation. It elevates the audio quality to a new level. Perfect for listening to lectures and speeches. Highly useful app.
King Panther
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Hairpin
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Teeder
The ability to change playback speed and audio volume on ListenBook gives me full control over my listening experience. ListenBook's support for a variety of download methods means I can access my content in the way that suits me best. Effortless audiobook management β this app's usability is impressive. Audiobooks on demand? Yes, please! With this app's robust features, I'm always just a tap away from immersing myself in captivating narratives. ππ± ListenBook's ability to extract artwork and metadata automatically adds a visual touch to my audiobook collection.
RZR
Changing the tone of the sound on ListenBook Pro adds a personal touch to my experience. I can't get enough of this app's intuitive controls β it's the perfect way to indulge in audiobooks. I'm amazed at how this app has seamlessly integrated reading into my daily rhythm. π§ Finally, an app that understands my need for convenience and ease of use! Audiobooks have never been this accessible. ππ± The audiobook player's silky-smooth playback is like music to my ears. Flawless performance!
Freesia
Navigating audiobooks seamlessly β this app's design is a true winner. Decent narration, predictable story. The voice actor did a good job, but the plot followed a familiar formula. If youβre looking for something new and groundbreaking, this might not be it.
Jetta Talent
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Elektrik
ListenBook's integration with CarPlay and Apple Watch is a seamless addition to my daily routine. The audio quality is superb. ListenBook enhances my audiobook experience.
Eight Patrol
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Plegasus
The narrator's voices are so engaging, it's like having a personal storytelling session. πΌ Enhancing work-from-home productivity β audiobooks make even the most routine tasks a delight. π»π Navigating my audiobook library is a breeze β thank you, app developers! Seamless audiobook integration β this app's functionality is a true gem. Automated metadata extraction is a time-saver. My library is so organized now.
Bom Crossed
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Jetta Talent
With support for various formats, I can finally listen to my diverse audiobook collection. 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.
Sβmore Vixen
Listening to audiobooks with my kids has become a cherished bonding activity. The ability to switch between different books effortlessly is a major plus. I'm grateful for ListenBook's seamless compatibility with a variety of formats β it's a true lifesaver. Sharing audiobooks with friends through AirDrop is a fun way to spread the joy. I'm blown away by the silky-smooth playback, even for high-quality formats like FLAC. Top-notch performance!
Snow Pharaoh
ListenBook's customizable audio filters allow me to personalize my listening experience β a fantastic feature. This app has made my daily walks a time for both exercise and learning. With this app, every moment becomes an opportunity to indulge in fantastic stories. The controls, layout, and seamless playback are a reader's dream. ππ§ Kudos to the developers for making this app iOS 16 optimized. It runs like a dream! I love the ability to import books from my computer. Itβs so easy.
ZenZone
This app has made literature accessible and engaging for all ages. The convenience of having a library at my fingertips is unparalleled. This app is a treasure trove of knowledge, entertainment, and imagination. I'm amazed at how this app has made my daily routines more enjoyable and intellectually fulfilling. ListenBookβs bookmarking feature is incredibly useful. I never lose my place in a book.
Microwave Chardonnay
πββοΈπ Running through chapters has never been smoother β the app's streamlined functionality keeps me on track with my reading goals. πββοΈπ§ The app supports a wide range of formats. ListenBook is very versatile.
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