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INAUGURAL LILLY'S LIBRARY BOOK CLUB PICK FROM LILLY SINGH "A beautiful book about a mother and son...I really loved this book."--Rumaan Alam on The TODAY Show "My first great read of 2022...[Will] make you cringe with recognition and melt with longing." --Jennifer Weiner "This debut novel about an Indian-American family has all the right ingredients: family secrets, love, sexuality, loss, identity questions and remorse." --Good Morning AmericaRenu Amin always seemed perfect. But as the one-year anniversary of her husband's death approaches, she is binge-watching soap operas and simmering with old resentments. She can't stop wondering if, thirty-five years ago, she chose the wrong life. In Los Angeles, her son, Akash, has everything he ever wanted, but he is haunted by the painful memories he fled a decade ago. When his mother tells him she is selling the family home, Akash returns to Illinois, hoping to finally say goodbye and move on. Together, Renu and Akash pack up the house, retreating further into the secrets that stand between them. Renu sends an innocent Facebook message to the man she almost married, sparking an emotional affair that calls into question everything she thought she knew about herself. Akash slips back into bad habits as he confronts his darkest secrets--including what really happened between him and the first boy who broke his heart. When their pasts catch up to them, Renu and Akash must decide between the lives they left behind and the ones they've since created, between making each other happy and setting themselves free. By turns irreverent and tender, filled with the beats of '90s R&B, Tell Me How to Be is about our earliest betrayals and the cost of reconciliation. But most of all, it is the love story of a mother and son each trying to figure out how to be in the world.
Journeyman
πͺ Boosting my productivity with this app's efficient multitasking features β audiobook enjoyment while I conquer my to-do list! πΌπ§ Adjusting the tone of the voice is a unique feature that adds a personalized touch to the listening experience. Great app! ListenBook supports so many formats, and the playback is always smooth. The sound quality is excellent. It feels like Iβm in the story. I love the ability to change the background color. Itβs a nice touch.
Koi Diva
With ListenBook, I've found a convenient and enjoyable way to engage with audiobooks and educational content. The ease of downloading content via WiFi, WebDAV, and more has made ListenBook my audiobook hub. ListenBook's audio filters and controls have revolutionized the way I enjoy my audio content. ListenBook has redefined how I enjoy audiobooks. It's an essential tool for my literary pursuits. Noise reduction on ListenBook Pro is a revelation. It elevates the audio quality to a new level.
Plum Moon
ListenBook has turned my downtime into an opportunity for exploration and growth. ListenBook makes organizing my audiobooks simple. The app is very user-friendly.
Breadmaker
βοΈ Kudos to the developers for creating an app that's both functional and user-friendly. I can navigate and enjoy my books effortlessly. ππ ListenBook Pro's noise reduction feature enhances the audio quality to a whole new level.
Blood Taker
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DanimalDaze
The layout of ListenBook is so beautiful and user-friendly, making it a pleasure to use. Great app for listening to lectures and speeches. Highly useful! The interface is so clean and clutter-free. Itβs a pleasure to use.
Referee
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Mud Finger
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Steel
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Jelly Camber
This app is a blessing for those with busy schedules β it's like time travel through stories. ListenBook has made my daily activities more interesting and meaningful β I'm hooked! Audiobooks at my fingertips β this app's functionality is truly impressive. Auto-rewind is a brilliant feature. Never lose track of where I left off.
Geneva Cuffs
This app has made literature accessible and engaging for all ages. I've fallen in love with genres I never thought I'd explore, all thanks to this app.
Demolition Queen
This app isn't just a tool, it's a wellspring of inspiration and positive vibes. π Simplifying my reading routine β this app's user-friendly design ensures I'm always in sync with my favorite stories. πβ¨
Leaf Assassin
I'm enjoying books I never thought I'd be interested in β all thanks to this app. This app has made literature accessible and engaging for all ages. I never thought I'd enjoy audiobooks as much as I do now β all thanks to this app. Navigating chapters is a breeze with ListenBook. It's a user-friendly and seamless experience. The app never crashes. Itβs reliable and stable.
Toolmaker
I'm in awe of this app's ability to make reading so accessible and convenient. Noise reduction on ListenBook Pro is a game-changer. I can enjoy clear recordings. The import process is seamless. I had no trouble adding my audiobooks.
Twin Blaze
I'm absolutely in love with this app! It's like a library of stories in my pocket. ListenBook's versatile features have made my audiobook experience more enjoyable than ever. ListenBook has taken my listening pleasure to new heights β it's a true audio marvel. Audiobook immersion made simple β this app's ease of use is commendable. The adjustable playback speed is a secret weapon for getting through educational content faster.
Thrasher
The ability to switch between devices seamlessly is a game-changer for busy readers. Gone are the days of straining my eyes to read β this app lets me 'read' with my ears, anywhere, anytime. With this app, my audiobook library is organized and accessible, making my reading journey effortless. βοΈ A round of applause for an app that prioritizes functionality β I can seamlessly switch between audiobooks and other tasks. ππ§ Audiobooks at my fingertips β this app's functionality is a game-changer.
Steel Cut Toe
Sharing audiobooks with friends through AirDrop and Sharing on ListenBook Pro is a social audiophile's dream. This app has turned my gym sessions into immersive storytelling experiences β time flies by! π± Carrying my favorite stories with me wherever I go β this app is like a portable library in my pocket. ππ π± It's like having a personal audiobook library at my fingertips! This app's functionality is a dream come true for book lovers. ππ₯
Nice Gnome
Finally, an app that turns my daily commute into an adventure through literature. I can't get enough of this app β it's like having a personal storyteller in my pocket. πΆπ Setting the mood with stories instead of songs β this app is my go-to playlist! π§π ListenBook Pro's noise reduction makes sure that background distractions don't interfere with my listening.
WeldMaster
With this app, reading is no longer a luxury β it's a convenient habit. I've recommended ListenBook to all my fellow bookworms. It's a true companion for audiobook lovers.
Elder Pogue
Sharing audiobooks with friends through AirDrop is a fun way to inspire others to read. Auto-rewind is a very handy feature. Excellent app. The ability to play various audio formats without conversion is very convenient. ListenBook is a great app.
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