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A Best Book of the Year: The Washington Post * Chicago Tribune * NPR * Vogue * Elle * Real Simple * InStyle * Good Housekeeping * Parade * Slate * Vox * Kirkus Reviews * Library Journal * BookPage Longlisted for the 2020 Booker Prize An Instant New York Times Bestseller A Reese's Book Club Pick "The most provocative page-turner of the year." --Entertainment Weekly "I urge you to read Such a Fun Age." --NPR A striking and surprising debut novel from an exhilarating new voice, Such a Fun Age is a page-turning and big-hearted story about race and privilege, set around a young black babysitter, her well-intentioned employer, and a surprising connection that threatens to undo them both. Alix Chamberlain is a woman who gets what she wants and has made a living, with her confidence-driven brand, showing other women how to do the same. So she is shocked when her babysitter, Emira Tucker, is confronted while watching the Chamberlains' toddler one night, walking the aisles of their local high-end supermarket. The store's security guard, seeing a young black woman out late with a white child, accuses Emira of kidnapping two-year-old Briar. A small crowd gathers, a bystander films everything, and Emira is furious and humiliated. Alix resolves to make things right. But Emira herself is aimless, broke, and wary of Alix's desire to help. At twenty-five, she is about to lose her health insurance and has no idea what to do with her life. When the video of Emira unearths someone from Alix's past, both women find themselves on a crash course that will upend everything they think they know about themselves, and each other. With empathy and piercing social commentary, Such a Fun Age explores the stickiness of transactional relationships, what it means to make someone "family," and the complicated reality of being a grown up. It is a searing debut for our times.
A Best Book of the Year: The Washington Post • Chicago Tribune • NPR • Vogue • Elle • Real Simple • InStyle • Good Housekeeping • Parade • Slate • Vox • Kirkus Reviews • Library Journal • BookPage Longlisted for the 2020 Booker Prize An Instant New York Times Bestseller A Reese's Book Club Pick "The most provocative page-turner of the year." --Entertainment Weekly "I urge you to read Such a Fun Age." --NPR A striking and surprising debut novel from an exhilarating new voice, Such a Fun Age is a page-turning and big-hearted story about race and privilege, set around a young black babysitter, her well-intentioned employer, and a surprising connection that threatens to undo them both. Alix Chamberlain is a woman who gets what she wants and has made a living, with her confidence-driven brand, showing other women how to do the same. So she is shocked when her babysitter, Emira Tucker, is confronted while watching the Chamberlains' toddler one night, walking the aisles of their local high-end supermarket. The store's security guard, seeing a young black woman out late with a white child, accuses Emira of kidnapping two-year-old Briar. A small crowd gathers, a bystander films everything, and Emira is furious and humiliated. Alix resolves to make things right. But Emira herself is aimless, broke, and wary of Alix's desire to help. At twenty-five, she is about to lose her health insurance and has no idea what to do with her life. When the video of Emira unearths someone from Alix's past, both women find themselves on a crash course that will upend everything they think they know about themselves, and each other. With empathy and piercing social commentary, Such a Fun Age explores the stickiness of transactional relationships, what it means to make someone "family," and the complicated reality of being a grown up. It is a searing debut for our times.
Blade
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Murmur
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Demo
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LuminaLore
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Pop Bee
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Baked ZD
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Joker's Grin
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Speedwell
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Dr. WMD
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Copilot
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Dance Bloom
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Rooster
I appreciate the option to listen to samples before committing to a book. Finally, an app that caters to audiobook enthusiasts like me. The diverse format support and user-friendly design are a game-changer. 📱🔊 ListenBook Pro's noise reduction feature enhances my immersion in every audiobook, regardless of surroundings. Book groups are a thoughtful addition. It's like having virtual bookshelves! ListenBook’s bookmarking feature is incredibly useful. I never lose my place in a book.
Stick Shift
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xFRST
It's impressive how the app caters to both seasoned readers and newcomers. Chapters make navigation a breeze. I can easily pick up where I left off.
Wiccan Trouble
I can now explore books beyond my preferred genre, broadening my reading horizons. Changing the tone of the sound on ListenBook Pro adds a personalized touch to my audiobook experience. I'm hooked on ListenBook's silky-smooth playback, making my audio sessions truly enjoyable. I'm hooked on this app's ability to transform my ordinary moments into exciting opportunities for learning. ListenBook's compatibility with CarPlay is a major convenience during road trips.
Mosquit-No
I'm grateful for ListenBook's support for a wide range of formats, making it a one-stop solution for audio content. Finally, an app that lets me enjoy my personal audiobooks, lectures, and speeches effortlessly. This app's convenience has turned me into an avid audiobook listener. Audiobook lovers, rejoice! This app's functionality is a game-changer. Seamlessly switch between formats and enjoy a hassle-free reading experience. 📱🎧 ListenBook Pro's noise reduction feature is a game-changer for immersive listening in any environment.
Sofa King
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Lightening Trip
I love that I can download content directly from the internet within the ListenBook app – so handy! I love the chapter navigation feature. ListenBook makes it easy to find specific sections.
Murmur
ListenBook's audio filters and controls have revolutionized the way I enjoy my audio content. No more worries about compatibility – ListenBook handles numerous formats flawlessly. Adjusting the tone of the voice is a unique and fun feature. I can customize the narration to my liking. Quick access to chapters and controls makes ListenBook a breeze to use. It's an intuitive experience. Looping playback helps me retain knowledge from audiobooks effectively. It's an invaluable tool.
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