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.
Kawaii Red
This app is a game-changer for busy individuals who miss reading. Adjusting the tone of the narrator's voice is a unique feature. I'm loving it! Looping playback helps me focus on challenging content and grasp complex concepts. A study must-have!
Viceswerve
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Microwave
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VenusLion
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Jo Jo Spooky
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ByteBard
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Domino
ListenBook's user-friendly audio filters and controls have made my audiobook sessions more interactive and engaging. ListenBook's Pro version is worth every penny. The noise reduction feature makes even noisy environments an ideal place for immersive listening. ListenBook Pro's tone adjustment feature is a unique touch that adds personalization to my audiobook journey. ListenBook is a prime example of user-centered design. It's clear that the developers understand audiobook lovers' needs. Noise reduction and tone changing are awesome features.
CuriousCoder
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Bearded Angler
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Seal Snake
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Noise Toy
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SprkR
Tone adjustment is such an innovative feature. It adds a personal touch to narration. ListenBookβs bookmarking feature is incredibly useful. I never lose my place in a book.
Miss Lucky
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Gunhawk
ListenBook has turned my everyday moments into extraordinary journeys of imagination. Noise reduction on ListenBook Pro is impressive. It's like getting a clear, immersive listening experience. Sharing audiobooks via AirDrop is incredibly convenient. Great feature! I love the auto-rewind feature. ListenBook always picks up right where I left off.
SneakerKid
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Slug-em-dog
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Baby Brown
Being able to download audiobooks for offline listening is a game-changer. With this app, I've discovered a new way to make my workouts and downtime more engaging and insightful. Audiobooks have become a staple in my routine, all thanks to this app's seamless integration and user-friendly design. It's a must-have for any book lover. ππ± I love the bookmarking feature. ListenBook makes it easy to pick up where I left off.
Deano
ListenBook's statistics feature is eye-opening. I had no idea how much time I spent immersed in audiobooks until I started using it. I'm amazed by the extensive statistics tracking. It's fascinating to see my listening habits.
MindfulMingle
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Sw33per
This app's ease of use has made my daily activities more enjoyable and educational. Audiobook enthusiasts, gather around! This app's exceptional features, from audio filters to robust support, have transformed my daily routines into storytelling moments. ππ§ Book groups are a thoughtful addition. It's like having virtual bookshelves!
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