Book description
A Twenty-First-Century Guide to Sailing the Sea of StoryWith an introduction by Theo Downes-Le Guin, Karen Joy Fowler, Molly Gloss and Kelly LinkUrsula K. Le Guin's essential guide to the writer's craft, now publishing in the UK for the first time. A guide for writing groups as well as solo writers, with a brand-new introduction from leading SFF writers Kelly Link, Karen Joy Fowler and Molly Gloss.Revised and updated for the twenty-first century, Steering the Craft is Ursula K. Le Guin's carrier bag of the essentials of a writer's craft, a generous gift from one of the great thinkers about how - and why - to write.This handbook is an accessible and profound guide to the craft of writing and editing. Le Guin lays out ten chapters that address the most fundamental components of narrative, from the sound of language to sentence construction to point of view. Drawing on the global canon, Le Guin offers her inimitably witty commentary and incisive dissection, developing into an exercise that the writer can do solo or in a group. No other writing guide offers such a comprehensive, experienced and kind approach to "steering the craft" as a writing crew.Steering the Craft deserves a place on every writer's shelf.
Station WMD
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Mad Jack
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Sherm
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NecroBull
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Blood Taker
ListenBook's unlimited length of audiobooks with the Pro version is a fantastic value for avid listeners. ListenBook's support for a variety of download methods means I can access my content in the way that suits me best. Listening to audiobooks has never been this convenient and enjoyable!
Skylark
The ability to change playback speed and audio volume on ListenBook gives me full control over my listening experience. ListenBook’s bookmarking feature is incredibly useful. I never lose my place in a book. The audio filters make a noticeable difference. ListenBook provides an excellent listening experience. The app is very intuitive. ListenBook makes finding and playing audiobooks simple.
Guncap Slingbad
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THRESHmSTR
ListenBook's dedication to excellence shines through in its impeccable audio quality and user-friendly features. Thanks to ListenBook's binaural audio processing, my extended listening sessions are fatigue-free. ListenBook has become an essential part of my day, enhancing my commute and allowing me to enjoy audiobooks like never before. AirDrop sharing is a very convenient feature. Thanks, ListenBook! A functional audiobook production that met basic requirements. The narrator's voice was pleasant enough to listen to for extended periods, though their performance didn't add much interpretation to the text. The audio engineering was competent without being remarkable.
Snow Cream
ListenBook's audio filters and controls have revolutionized the way I enjoy my audio content. ListenBook has transformed my daily rituals into cherished opportunities for personal growth. Supports artwork and metadata perfectly. My library looks great! An unobjectionable but unexceptional audiobook experience. The narrator's performance was serviceable and the audio quality was fine, but nothing about the production particularly stood out or elevated the material. It was decent background listening.
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Stick Shift
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Domino
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Lady In Red
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Z-Boy
I can't believe how easy it is to download audio from various sources. So convenient! The intuitive chapter navigation and quick access to controls make my audiobook experience seamless.
Trick Baron
Sharing audiobooks with friends through AirDrop and Sharing on ListenBook Pro is a brilliant way to connect. Audiobooks on this app have become my go-to entertainment for winding down. 📱 Accessing my favorite stories has never been this straightforward – this app's functionality is a bookworm's dream come true. 📚💫 ListenBook Pro takes my experience to the next level. Unlimited audiobook length, noise reduction, and voice tone adjustment? Count me in!
Jo Jo Spooky
Tone adjustment is such a unique feature. It's like customizing the narrator's voice. Makes audiobook listening super easy and enjoyable. Thanks, ListenBook!
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