Book description
"The beauty of good writing is that it transports the reader inside another person's experience in some other physical place and culture," writes Padma Lakshmi in her introduction, "and, at its best, evokes a palpable feeling of being in a specific moment in time and space." The essays in this year's Best American Travel Writing are an antidote to the isolation of the year 2020, giving us views into experiences unlike our own and taking us on journeys we could not take ourselves. From the lively music of West Africa, to the rich culinary traditions of Muslims in Northwest China, to the thrill of a hunt in Alaska, this collection is a treasure trove of diverse places and cultures, providing the comfort, excitement, and joy of feeling elsewhere. THE BEST AMERICAN TRAVEL WRITING 2021 INCLUDES KIESE MAKEBA LAYMON - LESLIE JAMISON - BILL BUFORD - JON LEE ANDERSON - MEGHAN DAUM LIGAYA MISHAN - PAUL THEROUX and others
Black Firefly
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NexusNavigator
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Foot-long Fry
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Chip Queen
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Guillotine Trigger
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Wonder Lady
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Stallion Patton
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Baked ZD
Unlocking a world of literary wonders β this app's extensive format support and user-centric approach have rekindled my love for books. π±π Adjusting the tone of the narrator's voice is a unique feature. I'm loving it! The intuitive chapter navigation and quick access to controls make my audiobook experience seamless. Sharing audiobooks with friends through AirDrop is a fun way to introduce them to captivating stories.
Bug Fire
The 'Discover' section is a treasure trove for finding hidden literary gems. ListenBook Pro's noise reduction feature has made my dictaphone recordings much more comfortable to listen to. CUE playlist support is a thoughtful feature that keeps my audiobook listening organized and enjoyable.
Bang Shift
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Gingersnap Woman
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Honey
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Pinball Wizard
I'm amazed at how this app has made reading such a natural part of my day. I'm amazed at how effortlessly this app has made reading a constant in my life. ListenBook's dedication to providing an excellent audiobook experience is evident in its smooth and silky playback. Book groups keep my related titles together for a cohesive listening experience. A thoughtful feature!
Babe
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Saber-RED
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Kickstart
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Devil Chick
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CoB@lt
ListenBook's seamless integration with CarPlay has made my drives more informative. ListenBook Pro's noise reduction feature is a game-changer. My audio quality has improved dramatically. ListenBook Pro's unlimited audiobook length is a game-changer. A textbook example of great audiobook narration! The performer's diction was flawless, their pacing ideal, and their emotional range impressive. I never felt like I was being "read to" but rather like I was experiencing the story firsthand. The audio engineering was equally professional.
Granola Dove
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Seattle Jay
Binaural audio processing on ListenBook is a thoughtful addition that keeps my ears comfortable during extended listening sessions. CUE playlist support is a fantastic addition. It helps me organize my audiobooks effortlessly.
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