Book description
There's something profoundly comforting about hearing words that articulate the quiet ache of loneliness, and Henn Kim's Starry Night, Blurry Dreams does exactly that-especially as an audiobook. Imagine slipping into bed late at night, the world outside muted, and Kim's voice (or the gentle cadence of the narration) weaving through your thoughts. This isn't just poetry; it's a whispered companion for those moments when "words aren't enough," as Kim writes. Lines like "a heavy heart is hard to carry" don't just land-they resonate, making you feel seen in a way that's both tender and unflinching.
What makes this collection extraordinary, especially in audio form, is how it turns abstract emotions into something tangible. You don't just read about "existing in our world" here; you feel it through the rhythm of the words, the pauses that let the weight settle, then lift. It's exactly what Creative Review nailed: "an intoxicating mix of familiarity and surreality." You'll recognize your own late-night reflections in these lines, yet they'll also transport you-like floating through a dream where stars are soft, and love feels both fragile and eternal.
This isn't a book to rush through. It's meant to be absorbed slowly, like the glow of streetlights on a quiet street. As Kim reminds us, "we all have our own beautiful universe." And in this audiobook, that universe feels inviting, not lonely. It's the kind of listen that makes you press play again, seeking that same quiet comfort, that sense of being held while you're still alone. You'll find yourself leaning into it, not just hearing it-like a friend who knows exactly what to say when you can't say it yourself. A perfect, gentle gift for anyone who's ever felt the night a little too heavy.
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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