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
Crumb Cake
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Mental Prophet
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VisionVoyager
This app is a must-have for any book lover on the go – it's my daily companion. Automatic extraction of artwork and metadata adds a touch of elegance to my audiobook collection.
HedgeH0g2
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Spooky Yellowjacket
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9Lives
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Fire Fish
I love that I can switch between devices seamlessly and continue where I left off. Audiobooks have become a source of inspiration and motivation, thanks to this app. 🎶 Forget background music, I've got enchanting stories to accompany my chores! 🎵📚 Perfect narration for this genre! The voice actor’s tone matched the atmosphere of the book, enhancing the overall experience. No complaints—just a smooth, enjoyable listen from beginning to end.
EchoExplorer
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Sir Shark
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Whip Chu
With this app, I can dive into captivating narratives while cooking, cleaning, or commuting – pure magic! Finally, an app that supports all audiobook formats. It's a dream come true for audiophiles like me. Downloading over WiFi saves so much time. Very efficient. The app is so user-friendly. Even my grandma can use it! ListenBook is the ultimate audiobook player. The app supports all formats, and the import process is seamless. I love the playback history feature—it’s so easy to revisit my favorite parts. Highly recommend this app!
Lime
The app's compatibility with various devices ensures I never miss a moment of my book. ListenBook's support for various formats ensures that no audiobook is out of reach. Audiobook enthusiasts, rejoice! This app's elegant design and robust functionality make it a must-have for anyone who loves to listen on the go. 🎧📱 ListenBook's comprehensive format support makes it the ultimate companion for audiobook enthusiasts. An unobjectionable but unexceptional audiobook experience. The narrator's performance was serviceable and the audio quality was fine, but nothing about the production particularly stood out or elevated the material. It was decent background listening.
Jersey
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Onion King
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Feral Cookie
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Swan Mustang
The range of supported formats is astounding. No more compatibility issues! Looping playback helps me immerse myself in the content. It's my secret study weapon. ListenBook’s bookmarking feature is incredibly useful. I never lose my place in a book.
Little Granger
Sharing audiobooks with friends through AirDrop and Sharing on ListenBook is a fantastic way to spread the joy of listening. I'm amazed at how effortlessly I can immerse myself in books through this app.
MindfulMingle
I've become the storyteller of my family, sharing the amazing audiobooks I've discovered. The ListenBook app has made my daily routines more enriching, allowing me to learn while on the go. ListenBook's dedication to providing an excellent audiobook experience is evident in its smooth and silky playback. ListenBook Pro's noise reduction feature is a game-changer for improving audio quality and clarity. The app supports a wide range of formats. ListenBook is very versatile.
Miss Nova
Noise reduction in ListenBook Pro ensures crystal-clear playback even in noisy environments. ListenBook Pro's noise reduction feature is a game-changer. It enhances the audio quality and ensures that I can immerse myself fully in the content. Downloading over WiFi saves so much time. Very efficient.
Flint
ListenBook's intuitive layout and quick access to chapters make audiobook navigation a breeze. The app is perfect for people who love to listen to books while exercising.
DreadSherX
I'm grateful for ListenBook's support for a wide range of formats, making it a one-stop solution for audio content. This app's support for various formats has made my audiobook collection even more diverse and exciting. I love the auto-rewind feature after interruptions. No more searching for where I left off! Quick access to chapters and smooth playback. Excellent app!
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