Book description
PULITZER PRIZE WINNER - NEW YORK TIMES BESTSELLER - A gripping memoir on friendship, grief, the search for self, and the solace that can be found through art, by the New Yorker staff writer Hua Hsu "This book is exquisite and excruciating and I will be thinking about it for years and years to come." --Rachel Kushner, New York Times bestselling author of The Flamethrowers and The Mars Room In the eyes of eighteen-year-old Hua Hsu, the problem with Ken--with his passion for Dave Matthews, Abercrombie & Fitch, and his fraternity--is that he is exactly like everyone else. Ken, whose Japanese American family has been in the United States for generations, is mainstream; for Hua, the son of Taiwanese immigrants, who makes 'zines and haunts Bay Area record shops, Ken represents all that he defines himself in opposition to. The only thing Hua and Ken have in common is that, however they engage with it, American culture doesn't seem to have a place for either of them. But despite his first impressions, Hua and Ken become friends, a friendship built on late-night conversations over cigarettes, long drives along the California coast, and the successes and humiliations of everyday college life. And then violently, senselessly, Ken is gone, killed in a carjacking, not even three years after the day they first meet. Determined to hold on to all that was left of one of his closest friends--his memories--Hua turned to writing. Stay True is the book he's been working on ever since. A coming-of-age story that details both the ordinary and extraordinary, Stay True is a bracing memoir about growing up, and about moving through the world in search of meaning and belonging.
Pink C
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Soda Delirium
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Sly Bible
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Granola
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Jester
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EchoEnigma
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RZR
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Gold Dahlia
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Street Squirrel
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Die Slice
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The range of self-help and personal development audiobooks is truly enriching. Gone are the days of fumbling with different formats β this app's comprehensive support ensures I can enjoy any audiobook without a hitch. ππ ListenBook has truly transformed my audiobook experience. The sleek interface, extensive format support, and easy downloading options make it my go-to app! With ListenBook, downloading audiobooks has become hassle-free, thanks to the various download options. Love the download options. ListenBook gives me so many ways to get my audiobooks onto my device.
Freeze Queen
ListenBook is my trusted partner for all things audiobooks. It's reliable, intuitive, and user-friendly. Book groups are a thoughtful addition. I can group related titles for easy access.
Koi Diva
Audiobooks anytime, anywhere β this app's functionality is a reader's delight. ListenBookβs playback speed control is very useful. I can listen at my own pace. Perfect for both first-time listeners and audiobook veterans! The narrator's warm, inviting tone made this an incredibly comfortable listening experience. I particularly appreciated how well they handled dialogue - each character felt distinct without being cartoonish. The pacing kept me engaged throughout.
Emerald Vine
I'm so grateful for this app β it's like having a personal storyteller wherever I go. With ListenBook, every moment is an opportunity to explore new stories and gain knowledge. ListenBook's features are a dream come true for anyone who loves to learn on the go. Kudos to the developers for optimizing this app for iOS 16. It runs like a dream on my device. This audiobook was neither good nor bad - simply average. The narrator's delivery was professional but uninspired, and the recording quality was clean though not exceptional. It provided satisfactory entertainment without standing out from similar titles.
Icy Avenger
Changing the tone of the sound on ListenBook Pro is a unique feature that adds a personal touch to my listening. π± A world of books at my fingertips β this app's user-friendly design makes it a true reading companion. ππ±
Street Jolly
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Taz Ringer
I'm amazed by ListenBook's smooth drag-and-drop downloads in my web browser β a time-saver! ListenBook Pro offers amazing value with unlimited audiobook length and noise reduction features. Effortlessly exploring new worlds β this app's design is user-centric and efficient.
Skittle Mine
This app has turned my daily commute into a source of inspiration and entertainment. ListenBook's chapters, controls, and filters have transformed my listening sessions into immersive journeys. Efficient audiobook enjoyment β this app's functionality is a revelation. ListenBookβs CarPlay support makes listening in the car a seamless experience. The app is perfect for people who love to read but donβt have the time.
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