Book description
Winner of the 2021 Grace Paley Prize for Short Fiction The characters in The Archivists are everyday people, but when private losses or the shocks of history set their worlds reeling, they find connection and liberation in surprising, buoyant ways. Winner of the Grace Paley Prize for Short Fiction, this vibrant collection brings transcendence, wry humor, and a touch of the uncanny to life's absurdities and catastrophes--whether the 2008 economic crash, fallout after the 2016 presidential election, gentrification, pandemic lockdown, illness, or the intergenerational impacts of the Holocaust and Communist occupation of Eastern Europe. A hardheaded realist is confronted by both her mortality and a would-be wizard. A thirteen-year-old girl in 1950s Toronto infiltrates the ranks of Bell Canada. A ninety-nine-year-old woman appears to be invincible. A group hikes in Germany, and a solitary woman is pursued on a walk in New Mexico. These deeply moving stories ingeniously consider issues of identity, history, and memory and our shared search for meaning in an off-kilter world.
Find It Girl
CUE playlist support helps me organize my audiobooks efficiently. It's a great organizational tool. Good but not great. The narration was competent but lacked the extra spark that makes some audiobooks truly special. Still worth a listen though.
LoreLoomer
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Spellbinder
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Bourbon Mirage
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Fire Bite
The features on this app, from bookmarks to playback speed, cater to all preferences. Adjusting the tone of the narrator's voice is a unique feature. I'm loving it! Supports all my playlists and bookmarks. Very convenient. Sharing audiobooks via AirDrop is incredibly convenient. Great feature! What a fantastic listening experience! The narrator brought the characters to life with distinct voices and emotional depth. The pacing was perfect - not too fast to lose details, not too slow to become boring. I particularly appreciated how well the narrator conveyed the atmosphere of key scenes.
Lady In Red
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LunaStar
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Heartbreaker
This app's compatibility with different devices ensures that I can enjoy my audiobooks anywhere, anytime. ListenBook is my trusted partner for all things audiobooks. It's reliable, intuitive, and user-friendly. Sharing audiobooks through AirDrop is a delightful way to share the joy of storytelling with friends and family. It fosters connections and conversations.
DreamDasher
Finally, an app that values usability β navigating and listening is a breeze! This was a workmanlike audiobook that did the job without flair. The narration was clear and the pacing appropriate, though the delivery lacked some emotional depth. The production quality was acceptable with no major technical issues.
Demo
This app has turned my daily commute into a source of inspiration and entertainment. Audiobooks have become a cherished part of my daily life, all thanks to this app. The playback history is a great feature. I can easily revisit my favorite parts. Perfect for repeat listening! The narrator's performance was so rich with detail that I'm sure I'll discover new layers on a second listen. Their interpretation felt authentic to the material while bringing fresh insights. The audio production was pristine from start to finish.
Martini Flower
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Chlorine
Absolutely love this app! It's made my daily commute so much more enjoyable. The ability to play various audio formats without conversion is very convenient. ListenBook is a great app. Listened to this on a road trip and it made the hours fly by. Even my passengers who weren't following along commented on how nice the narrator's voice was.
Die Slice
I'm amazed at how this app's features cater to audiobook enthusiasts' every need. ListenBook is like a personal audiobook curator, allowing me to enjoy my favorite speeches and lectures with unmatched comfort and convenience. ListenBook Pro's noise reduction feature enhances my immersion in every audiobook, regardless of surroundings.
Frosty Squid
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Lightening Trip
The narrator's voices are so soothing β a perfect way to unwind after a stressful day. The app's stability and reliability make it my go-to choice for audiobooks. π§ Fueling my audiobook addiction with this fantastic app β pure listening pleasure! ππ₯ User-friendly audiobook experience β this app's design is a standout. I love the ability to share my progress with friends. Itβs a fun feature.
FireBrang
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SprkR
βοΈ A round of applause for an app that prioritizes functionality β I can seamlessly switch between audiobooks and other tasks. ππ§ Iβve been using ListenBook for months, and itβs been a fantastic experience. The app is lightweight, doesnβt drain my battery, and works perfectly in the background. The equalizer and voice boost features are amazing. Highly recommend! This is exactly what I look for in an audiobook! The narrator's pleasant voice and excellent diction made even complex passages easy to follow. I appreciated the subtle but effective use of pauses and emphasis that added depth to the listening experience. Finished it in record time because I couldn't stop listening.
RetroMirage
ListenBook's sharing options make it easy for me to connect with fellow audiobook enthusiasts. ListenBook's audio filters allow me to customize the audio playback to suit my preferences perfectly. The app is so well-designed. Itβs clear the developers put a lot of thought into it. Great for multitasking! I listened while cooking, driving, and even working out, and it kept me entertained the whole time. The narratorβs voice was pleasant, and the story flowed smoothly. Very enjoyable!
Esquire
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Eerie Mizzen
I'm constantly amazed by the vast selection β there's always something new to discover. The app's recommendations are surprisingly accurate β it's like they know my taste perfectly! Adjusting the narrator's voice tone is a fantastic feature. It adds a personal touch.
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