Book description
Two terrifying classics by "the best kept secret in contemporary horror fiction" (The Washington Post) Thomas Ligotti's debut collection, Songs of a Dead Dreamer, and his second, Grimscribe, permanently inscribed a new name in the pantheon of horror fiction. Influenced by the strange terrors of Lovecraft and Poe and by the brutal absurdity of Kafka, Ligotti eschews cheap, gory thrills for his own brand of horror, which shocks at the deepest, existential, levels. Ligotti's stories take on decaying cities and lurid dreamscapes in a style ranging from rich, ornamental prose to cold, clinical detachment. His raw and experimental work lays bare the unimportance of our world and the sickening madness of the human condition. Like the greatest writers of cosmic horror, Ligotti bends reality until it cracks, opening fissures through which he invites us to gaze on the unsettling darkness of the abyss below. For more than sixty-five years, Penguin has been the leading publisher of classic literature in the English-speaking world. With more than 1,500 titles, Penguin Classics represents a global bookshelf of the best works throughout history and across genres and disciplines. Readers trust the series to provide authoritative texts enhanced by introductions and notes by distinguished scholars and contemporary authors, as well as up-to-date translations by award-winning translators.
Jack Cassidy
Automated extraction of artwork and metadata adds a professional touch to my library. This audiobook exceeded all my expectations! The narrator's ability to convey emotion through voice alone was remarkable. I laughed, I gasped, I might have even teared up at points - all because of the incredible vocal performance. The story came alive in a way reading alone couldn't achieve. This was an adequate audiobook for casual listening. The narrator maintained a consistent pace and clear diction throughout, though their performance lacked some emotional range. The audio quality was fine with no significant technical distractions.
The Belgian
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Alpha
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Campfire Mama
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Uncle Buddy
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Brick Mooch
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Call Back Queen
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DreadSherX
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Gold Bentley
Audiobooks have become my companion during long walks, transforming exercise into a pleasure. I love how this app makes even the most mundane tasks exciting with audio stories. ListenBook's features make it the ultimate audio companion for any audiobook enthusiast. The app is very user-friendly. ListenBook makes listening to audiobooks a breeze. Not bad, but not amazing either. The narratorβs voice was pleasant, though some parts felt a bit rushed. The story had its moments, but I wouldnβt necessarily recommend it over similar titles in the genre.
DuckDuck
This app has brought stories to life in a way that traditional reading never could. ListenBook has transformed my listening habits, making them more engaging and enjoyable. I love the download options. ListenBook gives me so many ways to get my audiobooks onto my device.
Universe Bullet
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Sly Silvermoon
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Screwtape
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The Howling Swede
The narrators on this app are truly talented β they bring characters to life. Looping playback helps me immerse myself in the content. It's my secret study weapon.
ThoughtTrailblazer
Navigating audiobooks with ease β this app's design is user-centric. The playback controls are so responsive. No lag at all.
B@d B0y
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Bliss
This app has turned my long walks into delightful literary adventures. ListenBook's support for chapters and bookmarks ensures that I never lose my place in a story. Who needs traditional books when you have this app? It's a game-changer. ListenBook has transformed my daily commute. I look forward to my journeys with this app by my side. ListenBook Pro's unlimited audiobook length feature is fantastic.
RedMouth
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Tin Fox
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Nice Gnome
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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