Book description
"Short stories have to accomplish a nearly impossible magic trick: to introduce a world often much stranger than our own and make you care about it in a matter of pages," writes R. F. Kuang in her introduction. "The most important part of this magic trick is just a willingness to get weird." The stories in The Best American Science Fiction and Fantasy 2023 are brimming with bizarre and otherworldly premises. Women can't lie or fall in love. Fathers feed their children ghost preserves. Souls chase one another through animal incarnations. Yet these stories are grounded deeply in our reality. Out of these stories' weirdness emerges the cruelty of border enforcement, the horror of legislation restricting reproductive freedom, the frightening pace of AI. The result is a stunning, immersive, intensely felt experience, showing us less of what the world is, and more of what it could be.The Best American Science Fiction and Fantasy 2023 includes Nathan Ballingrud - KT Bryski - Isabel Cañas - Maria Dong - Kim Fu - Theodora Goss - Alix E. Harrow - S. L. Huang - Stephen Graham Jones - Shingai Njeri Kagunda - Isabel J. Kim - Samantha Mills - MKRNYILGLD - Malka Older - Susan Palwick - Linda Raquel Nieves Pérez - Sofia Samatar - Kristina Ten - Catherynne M. Valente - Chris Willrich
Intimidating Presence
ListenBook Pro's noise reduction feature has significantly enhanced my audio quality. An audiobook I’ll listen to again! The story was engaging, and the narrator’s performance made it even better. Some parts were so well-delivered that I replayed them just to hear the emotion again.
Darkside Isis
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Trixie Doodle
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Sapiens
With this app, I can enjoy my favorite stories while traveling, making my journeys more delightful. ListenBook's support for looping and shuffling playback adds versatility to my audiobook enjoyment. The speed adjustment feature is my secret weapon for studying complex materials. The app is perfect for road trips. It keeps me entertained for hours.
Truth
This app has turned my long walks into delightful literary adventures. Streamlined audiobook integration – this app's usability is truly impressive. Supports all my playlists and bookmarks perfectly. ListenBook’s CarPlay support makes listening in the car a seamless experience.
Bambi Wings
The app's customization options allow me to tailor the listening experience to my liking. Noise reduction on ListenBook enhances the clarity of dictaphone recordings, allowing me to enjoy content even in noisy environments. 💃 Dancing to the rhythm of stories while I dance through house chores – pure joy! 💃📖 🔥 Streamlined functionality that's music to my ears – audiobook enjoyment has reached a new level of convenience. 🎵📖
101
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Con Mammoth
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Instant Star
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Nibbler
Listening to audiobooks has made my daily commute more enjoyable and productive. 🎧 Finally, an app that understands my need for convenience and ease of use! Audiobooks have never been this accessible. 📚📱
Magenta
ListenBook has transformed my listening habits, making them more engaging and enjoyable. Binaural audio processing reduces fatigue during long listening sessions. A fantastic feature!
Sleek Zelda
Audiobooks have become my go-to entertainment, and this app is the reason. With this app, my daily routines have become moments of intellectual exploration and personal growth.
EchoExplorer
ListenBook's support for various formats means I can explore a wide range of content without limitations. Automated artwork and metadata extraction make my audiobook library look neat and professional. Binaural audio processing really helps reduce fatigue. ListenBook’s audio quality is excellent. The app enhances my listening experience.
Mr. Spy
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Roadblock
This app has transformed my daily walks into insightful journeys of knowledge – talk about efficiency! Downloading over WiFi is super efficient. Saves a lot of time.
DeathDancer
ListenBook has brought stories back into my life, making every moment a new adventure. ListenBook has turned my daily routines into audiobook-driven journeys of imagination. I'm hooked on this app's ability to turn any moment into a reading opportunity. Auto-rewind feature is a lifesaver. I never lose my place!
Lunar Treat
With ListenBook, I can explore new genres, learn new topics, and enjoy classic literature with ease. Adjusting the tone of the voice adds a unique touch to my listening experience. I love the personalization! Sharing audiobooks through AirDrop is a delightful way to share the joy of storytelling with friends and family. It fosters connections and conversations. Binaural audio processing really helps reduce fatigue. ListenBook is the best audiobook player I’ve ever used. The app is reliable, fast, and packed with features like customizable themes and playback speed. The sleep timer is a lifesaver for bedtime listening. Great job, developers!
Charms
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Infinite Hole
ListenBook's support for binaural audio processing is a thoughtful touch that reduces listening fatigue. ListenBook has rekindled my love for learning, one audio experience at a time. With this app, I've unlocked the secret to reading even on the busiest days. 🎉 Unlocking the door to imagination – this app is my key to endless stories and endless possibilities. 📚🔑 I appreciate the statistics feature. ListenBook helps me track my listening habits.
Prometheus
ListenBook's library organization features have transformed my chaotic audiobook collection into an organized masterpiece. 🏝️ Soaking up the sun with an audiobook by my side – beach days just got better! 🏖️📖 ListenBook’s bookmarking feature is incredibly useful. I never lose my place in a book. A masterclass in audiobook narration! The performer maintained perfect consistency in character voices throughout while keeping the main narration clear and engaging. The production was flawless - no weird edits or background noise. I'll be seeking out more works by this narrator.
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