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 Caรฑas - 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 Pรฉrez - Sofia Samatar - Kristina Ten - Catherynne M. Valente - Chris Willrich
Street Jolly
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High Heel Goddess
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LuminaLore
ListenBook's support for CarPlay and Apple Watch integration has made my life so much easier. Effortlessly managing my audiobook collection โ this app's functionality is a winner. The app is perfect for people who love to listen to books while commuting.
Danqqqqq
Thanks for making my daily commute to work enjoyable and engaging! I'm in awe of how technology has enhanced my reading experience through this app. With this app, reading is no longer a luxury โ it's a convenient habit. Supports all my playlists and bookmarks perfectly. As someone who struggles to focus on audiobooks, this kept my attention the whole way through. The narrator's clear diction and expressive delivery were perfect.
Ba1t
ListenBook Pro's tone adjustment feature is a unique touch that adds personalization to my audiobook journey. ListenBook has revolutionized my audiobook experience. It's my go-to app for literary adventures. This audiobook performed its function without excelling. The narrator's delivery was straightforward and easy to follow, though lacking in dramatic flair. The recording quality was decent with only occasional minor inconsistencies in volume. An acceptable but forgettable listening experience. The subtle background music at key moments enhanced the experience without being distracting. More audiobooks should use this technique when appropriate!
InsightInkwell
ListenBook has revolutionized my audiobook experience. Now I can enjoy my favorite lectures and speeches with ease! This app has revolutionized my daily routine โ I can't imagine life without it. ๐ก This app is a brilliant way to squeeze in reading time amidst my busy schedule! ๐ฑ๐ฉโ๐ณ The app is very user-friendly. ListenBook makes listening to audiobooks a breeze.
Frosty
This app's user-friendly controls and sleek design have made audiobook listening a truly immersive journey. ๐ถ๐ Replacing melodies with literary symphonies โ my ears are in love! ๐ต๐ Looping playback has taken my language learning to new heights. Highly recommended! This app is a must-have for anyone who loves audiobooks. The interface is intuitive, and the app supports all formats. I love the auto-bookmark featureโit saves my place automatically, so I never lose track. Highly recommend!
Electric Player
The narrator's voice in some audiobooks is so soothing, it's like a spa for the ears. I've become addicted to this app โ in the best possible way! Kudos to the app for making literature accessible to those with busy schedules. ๐ Transforming laundry time into a journey through fantastic stories โ thank you, this app! ๐๐
Saturn Extreme
Audiobooks have become my preferred way to unwind โ and this app is my partner in crime. Savoring audiobooks without complications โ this app's design is top-notch. The app's versatility in downloading audio is impressive. It streamlines the process and saves time.
Whipsaw
ListenBook's seamless integration with CarPlay enhances my daily commute, making it a productive and enjoyable experience. I can't imagine my daily activities without this app โ it's the perfect way to stay engaged and informed. Book groups are a thoughtful addition. It's like having virtual bookshelves! ListenBook has made my daily commutes so much more enjoyable. I look forward to listening every day! ListenBookโs playback speed control is very useful. I can listen at my own pace.
Knuckles
Efficiency meets audiobooks โ this app's functionality is a true winner. Audiobook magic at my fingertips! This app's comprehensive features, from statistics tracking to enhanced audio quality, enrich my reading. ๐โจ
Skool
I love how this app's user-friendly interface allows me to navigate through chapters and controls effortlessly. I'm amazed by the app's compatibility with different audio formats. It's truly versatile.
Sir Squire
ListenBook's compatibility with CarPlay and Apple Watch is a testament to its innovation. ListenBook's sharing options make it a breeze to connect with fellow audiobook enthusiasts and share recommendations. My audiobook collection has never looked better. Thanks to automatic artwork and metadata. Book groups are a thoughtful addition. They help me keep related titles together for a seamless experience. A functional audiobook production that met basic requirements. The narrator's voice was pleasant enough to listen to for extended periods, though their performance didn't add much interpretation to the text. The audio engineering was competent without being remarkable.
Liquid Science
Listening to audiobooks has become a ritual, thanks to this incredible app. This app has added a touch of magic to my mundane moments โ I'm forever grateful.
Willow Dragon
I love how this app turns even the dullest tasks into exciting storytelling moments. The app is perfect for people who love to read but donโt have the time.
Osprey
ListenBook's intuitive controls and beautiful layout make my audiobook experience a delightful one. The auto-rewind feature after interruptions is a small thing that makes a big difference. ListenBook Pro's noise reduction feature is a game-changer for improving audio quality and clarity. The app is perfect for people who love to listen to books while exercising. Solid performance overall though some character voices sounded too similar. I occasionally got confused about who was speaking in dialogue-heavy scenes.
CloudFrenzy
Automatic artwork and metadata extraction keep my audiobook library organized and visually appealing. The app is perfect for people who love to listen to books while commuting.
Bug Fire
User-friendly brilliance! This app's functionality enhances my audiobook experience. Adjusting playback speed has given me greater control over my audiobook experience. I can optimize my learning and enjoyment by customizing the pacing. ListenBookโs design is sleek and modern. The app is a pleasure to use. The interface is so clean and clutter-free. Itโs a pleasure to use.
Bleeker
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Miss Murder
ListenBook has elevated my audiobook enjoyment to a whole new level โ it's a must-have for any audio enthusiast. ๐ Farewell, boredom during ironing sessions โ audiobooks make it a breeze! ๐๐ง ListenBook's compatibility with CarPlay and Apple Watch enhances my audiobook experience during daily activities. Sharing audiobooks with friends is a blast. AirDrop makes it seamless. ListenBook Pro's noise reduction feature has made my recordings sound clearer than ever.
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