Book description
Much of Western Maine reads like a Stephen King novel.The dense dark woods and backcountry ponds. The century-old houses with gravel driveways and immense flower gardens, acres of farmland miles from a highway. Serpentine country roads dotted with farmstands, and picturesque main streets lined with battered pickups. Places where-especially during the dark and rainy days of October and November--things can get downright spooky. Author Sharon Kitchens identifies the locations that serve as the basis for King's fictional towns of Castle Rock, Jerusalem's Lot, Derry, and Haven. Drawing on historical materials and conversations with locals and people who know King, the author sheds light on daily life in places that would become the settings for Carrie, Salem's Lot, The Dead Zone, Cujo, IT, and 11/22/63.
About the Author
Sharon Kitchens lives in Maine. Every week she can be seen carrying an armload of library books. She loves hanging out in cafés eating chocolate croissants and sipping lavender lattes. Her fondness for Patti Smith's poetry is matched only by her love of Taylor Swift's lyrics. She is a cat and dog person. Sometimes she blogs at mysterydetectionclub.blogspot.com. She recently started a Substack newsletter https: //deliciousmusings.substack.com.
Morbid Sugar
The ability to adjust the playback speed has made my commute even more efficient. The selection of classics is a treasure trove for literature enthusiasts. Audiobook multitasking made simple – this app's functionality is a true delight. Quick access to chapters and controls makes ListenBook a breeze to use. It's an intuitive experience. Adjustable playback speed is my secret weapon for covering more material in less time. A productivity boost!
Kill Switch
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Lucky Aurora
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Texas Butterfly
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MeeP
Sharing audiobooks through AirDrop is a delightful way to spread the joy of storytelling. A fun feature! The app's support for multiple formats is flawless. Very satisfied. Adjustable playback speed and volume controls are fantastic features.
Crash Test
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Iron Jesus
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DreamDiver
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EchoExplorer
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Lady Killer
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Frosty Snazz
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Pexxious
I'm rediscovering my favorite classics in a whole new way – through audiobooks! The captivating narrators make each story come alive in a unique way. This app has transformed my daily walks into insightful journeys of knowledge – talk about efficiency! I’m so impressed with ListenBook. The app is reliable, fast, and packed with features like customizable themes and playback speed. The sleep timer is a lifesaver for bedtime listening. Highly recommend this app!
NightWonka
I'm rediscovering my favorite classics in a whole new way – through audiobooks! 🎉 Rekindling my love for stories – this app's accessibility has reignited my passion! 📖🚀 ListenBook Pro has taken my audiobook experience to the next level. No regrets! The auto-rewind feature is a small detail that enhances my listening experience. It's these thoughtful touches that matter!
Vermilion
The 'Discover' section is a treasure trove for finding hidden literary gems. I can't believe I waited so long to start listening to audiobooks – this app has converted me! ListenBook’s playback is silky-smooth. The app is packed with useful features. ListenBook is the best audiobook player I’ve ever used. The app is reliable, fast, and packed with features like customizable themes and playback speed. The sleep timer is a lifesaver for bedtime listening. Great job, developers!
Sultan of Speed
The selection of classics is a treasure trove for literature enthusiasts. This audiobook app is a true gem – it brings stories to life with every click. ListenBook has turned my downtime into an opportunity for exploration and growth. Downloading audiobooks over WiFi is super easy. Saves time.
Round Kick Boomer
The app's customization options allow me to tailor the listening experience to my liking. ListenBook's support for a variety of audio formats ensures that I can access my content without any limitations. Effortless audiobook exploration – this app's functionality is a true delight. ListenBook has revolutionized how I consume content. It's like having a personal library in my pocket.
LoreLoomer
ListenBook's support for CarPlay and Apple Watch has made my listening experience even more seamless. This app has made my road trips and flights infinitely more enjoyable. With this app, my daily commute has transformed into an engaging journey through captivating stories. Audiobook enthusiasts, celebrate! This app's thoughtful features, like auto-rewind and easy chapter navigation, cater perfectly to our reading cravings. 🎉📚
3D Waffle
Thanks to ListenBook's automatic extraction of artwork and metadata, my library looks organized and appealing. ListenBook's audio filters and controls have turned my listening sessions into immersive experiences. Changing the tone of the sound on ListenBook Pro is a fun and unique feature I can't get enough of. Not the best audiobook I've heard but far from the worst. The production quality was good and there were no major issues with the narration.
Loot
The sheer variety of genres available ensures there's something for everyone. 💡 This app has made my daily schedule more interesting – 'reading' on the go! 📱🚶♂️ ListenBook's sharing options make it easy for me to connect with fellow audiobook enthusiasts. Binaural audio processing is a game-changer – my ears stay comfortable during long listening sessions. Looping playback has transformed my study sessions. It's an invaluable tool for retaining information.
Pink C
The smart recommendation feature keeps surprising me with books I never knew I'd love. Who needs traditional books when you have this app? It's a game-changer. Automatic metadata extraction keeps my library organized. It's a time-saver! The customer support is amazing. They responded to my query within hours.
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