Book description
A 2017 Eisner Award Winner for Best Writer/Artist, Best US Edition of International Material--Asia, and Best Publication DesignWinner of the Singapore Literature Prize 2016 A New York Times bestseller An Economist Book of the Year 2016 An NPR Graphic Novel Pick for 2016 A Washington Post Best Graphic Novel of 2016 A New York Post Best Books of 2016 A Publishers Weekly Best Book of 2016 A South China Morning Post Top 10 Asian books of 2016 An A.V. Club Best Comics of 2016 A Comic Books Resources Top 100 Comics of 2016 A Mental Floss Most Interesting Graphic Novel of 2016 Meet Charlie Chan Hock Chye. Now in his early 70s, Chan has been making comics in his native Singapore since 1954, when he was a boy of 16. As he looks back on his career over five decades, we see his stories unfold before us in a dazzling array of art styles and forms, their development mirroring the evolution in the political and social landscape of his homeland and of the comic book medium itself. With The Art of Charlie Chan Hock Chye Sonny Liew has drawn together a myriad of genres to create a thoroughly ingenious and engaging work, where the line between truth and construct may sometimes be blurred, but where the story told is always enthralling, bringing us on a uniquely moving, funny, and thought-provoking journey through the life of an artist and the history of a nation.
Snowflake Pixie
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Tornado Maker
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New Magoo
ListenBook's sharing options make it easy to introduce others to the joys of audiobook storytelling. I'm blown away by the powerful audio downloading options. So versatile!
CosPlatoon
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Short Firecracker
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Captain Peroxide
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Blue Despair
Audiobooks have made my long drives enjoyable, and this app is my co-pilot. The ability to adjust the playback speed has made my commute even more efficient. This app's intuitive features and easy navigation make it a must-have for audiobook enthusiasts. Book groups are a thoughtful addition. It's like having virtual bookshelves! CUE playlist support is a fantastic organizational feature. It keeps my audiobooks neatly arranged.
Esquire
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Hermopolis
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Houston Rocket
I'm amazed at how this app seamlessly integrates into my life, enhancing every moment with stories. I love the download options. ListenBook gives me so many ways to get my audiobooks onto my device.
Chew Chew
Audiobooks have made my commutes so much more enjoyable, and I'm always excited to listen. ListenBook's seamless integration with CarPlay enhances my daily commute, making it a productive and enjoyable experience. Changing the tone of the sound on ListenBook Pro is a fun way to customize my listening experience. The app is lightweight and doesnβt drain my battery. Decent narration, predictable story. The voice actor did a good job, but the plot followed a familiar formula. If youβre looking for something new and groundbreaking, this might not be it.
Duchess
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Dream Killer
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Stick Shift
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DanimalDaze
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LuminaLore
I'm amazed at how this app's features cater to audiobook enthusiasts' every need. Quick access to chapters is so handy. Navigating through content is a breeze. CarPlay compatibility is a fantastic addition. It enhances my driving experience with seamless audiobook integration.
SneakerKid
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Blister
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Shady Prairie
With this app, I'm experiencing the joy of reading in a whole new light. Looping playback is my favorite study tool. It's a game-changer for mastering challenging content. Auto-rewind feature is very useful. Excellent app! Absolutely loved the narration! The voice actor brought the characters to life with distinct tones and emotions. The production quality was top-notch, with no background noise or distractions. A truly immersive experience!
180
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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