Book description
"[O]ne of the best writers of horror in this or any other country." - Peter Straub "One of the genre's most underrated writers . . . enjoyably nasty." - Poppy Z. Brite "A must-read for horror fiction fans. . . . Obtain The Amulet by any means necessary." - Too Much Horror Fiction "McDowell has a flair for the gruesome." - Washington Post When a rifle range accident leaves Dean Howell disfigured and in a vegetative state, his wife Sarah finds her dreary life in Pine Cone, Alabama made even worse. After long and tedious days on the assembly line, she returns home to care for her corpselike husband while enduring her loathsome and hateful mother-in-law, Jo. Jo blames the entire town for her son's mishap, and when she gives a strange piece of jewelry to the man she believes most responsible, a series of gruesome deaths is set in motion. Sarah believes the amulet has something to do with the rising body count, but no one will believe her. As the inexplicable murders continue, Sarah and her friend Becca Blair have no choice but to track down the amulet themselves, before it's too late . . . Michael McDowell (1950-1999) is best known for his screenplays to the films Beetlejuice and The Nightmare Before Christmas, but he was also the author of several excellent and underrated Southern Gothic horror novels, of which The Amulet (1979) was the first. Originally published as a pulp paperback, now scarce and long out-of-print, McDowell's grimly humorous and delightfully horrific novel returns to print in this edition, which features a new introduction by Poppy Z. Brite.
Poppy Coffee
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Silent
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ByteBard
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Daffy Girl
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Lewd Dice
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Poptart AK47
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Steel Solstice
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Tall Sally
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Pepper Mouse
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Beetle King
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Suicide Jockey
Changing the tone of the sound on ListenBook Pro adds a personalized touch to my audiobook experience. ListenBook's attention to detail in design and functionality sets it apart from other audiobook apps.
SkyGod
ListenBook's smooth playback and easy navigation ensure that my audiobook experience is always top-notch. ListenBook's extensive library and user-friendly interface have made it my go-to app. Audiobook excellence β this app's design enhances my reading experience. ListenBookβs bookmarking feature is incredibly useful. I never lose my place in a book.
Tough Nut
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Santa's Little Helper
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BuzzMouse
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GuTzd
I'm constantly amazed by the variety of genres β there's something for everyone. This app's versatility and convenience have transformed my screen time into a productive reading journey. Noise reduction and voice tone adjustment enhance the listening experience significantly. ListenBook has all the features I need in an audiobook app. My top choice!
Woo Woo
Who needs traditional books when you have this app? It's a game-changer. This app has turned my gym sessions into immersive storytelling experiences β time flies by! Audiobook enthusiasts, rejoice! This app's design focuses on seamless interaction. Bookmarks have become my study companion. I can easily revisit important passages in my audiobooks. With ListenBook Pro, I can enjoy super long audiobooks. It's fantastic!
AxelRoad
Bookmarks are a fantastic tool for keeping track of important moments. They're a game-changer. The app is perfect for people who love to listen to books at night.
Little Granger
ListenBook's library organization and book groups make managing my collection effortless. ListenBook's commitment to a seamless user experience is evident in its sleek design and intuitive controls. The app's compatibility with CarPlay is a dream for road trips. It keeps me entertained. Sharing books with friends via AirDrop is so convenient. Thanks, ListenBook! A middle-of-the-road audiobook that neither impressed nor disappointed. The narrator's voice was agreeable enough for extended listening, though their character differentiation could have been stronger. The production met basic industry standards without any standout qualities.
Zesty Dragon
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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