Book description
WINNER OF THE NATIONAL BOOK CRITICS CIRCLE AWARDFINALIST FOR THE PEN/JEAN STEIN BOOK AWARDFrom U.S. Poet Laureate Ada Limón comes The Carrying-her most powerful collection yet.Vulnerable, tender, acute, these are serious poems, brave poems, exploring with honesty the ambiguous moment between the rapture of youth and the grace of acceptance. A daughter tends to aging parents. A woman struggles with infertility-"What if, instead of carrying / a child, I am supposed to carry grief?"-and a body seized by pain and vertigo as well as ecstasy. A nation convulses: "Every song of this country / has an unsung third stanza, something brutal." And still Limón shows us, as ever, the persistence of hunger, love, and joy, the dizzying fullness of our too-short lives. "Fine then, / I'll take it," she writes. "I'll take it all."In Bright Dead Things, Limón showed us a heart "giant with power, heavy with blood"-"the huge beating genius machine / that thinks, no, it knows, / it's going to come in first." In her follow-up collection, that heart is on full display-even as The Carrying continues further and deeper into the bloodstream, following the hard-won truth of what it means to live in an imperfect world.
Moxie
ListenBook's compatibility with playlists and CUE files is a great addition for those who love organized listening. Changing the tone of the sound on ListenBook Pro is a fun and unique feature I can't get enough of. I can’t believe how easy it is to manage my audiobook library with ListenBook. Highly recommended! Highly engaging! The combination of a well-written story and skilled narration made this audiobook hard to pause. I finished it much faster than I expected because I just couldn’t stop listening.
Digger
ListenBook has made managing and enjoying audiobooks a seamless and delightful experience. This app has brought back the joy of reading, no matter how busy I am. Noise reduction on ListenBook Pro is impressive. It's like getting a clear, immersive listening experience.
Darkside Isis
I can't believe how much more productive I am – I'm learning and growing while multitasking! This app's playback controls and features make it a breeze to customize my listening experience. The sleep timer is a lifesaver. I fall asleep listening to my books every night. The ability to organize my library is a huge plus. Everything is so neat and tidy.
Austin Shamrock
ListenBook's user-friendly design and compatibility with different formats have made it my go-to app. Audiobooks on this app have made my morning rituals something to look forward to. Audiobook multitasking made easy – this app's functionality is a marvel.
MysticMingle
I'm amazed by how this app effortlessly turns my daily routines into enjoyable learning sessions. 🌟 Simplifying my reading routine – this app's user-friendly design ensures I'm always in sync with my favorite stories. 📚✨ ListenBook's player features, including chapters and bookmarks, are invaluable for a seamless experience.
180
📚 The simplicity and functionality of this app are top-notch. I can start a book with just a tap and immerse myself in the story instantly. 📱📖 🎉 This app is a testament to thoughtful design – its functionality seamlessly blends with my lifestyle, making reading effortless. 📚✨ The app is super intuitive. I was up and running in minutes. The app supports background playback, which is a must for me.
LoreLoomer
🧘♂️ Finding serenity through the soothing tones of audiobooks – mindfulness and stories in perfect harmony. 🧘♂️🎧 The versatility of this app is mind-boggling. It's like a one-stop solution for audiobooks. The tone adjustment feature is an exciting touch, allowing me to immerse myself even more in the content. Auto-rewind is a very handy feature. Excellent app.
3P-own
🔥 Simplifying my reading routine – the app's functionality ensures I'm always one click away from literary adventures. 📚🔗 ListenBook has made managing my audiobook collection a breeze. Library organization is top-notch.
Arsenic Coo
This app has turned my daily commute into a source of inspiration and entertainment. ListenBook is a must-have for audiobook enthusiasts. It's reliable, versatile, and a pleasure to use. Automated artwork and metadata extraction make my library look organized and visually appealing.
Chasm Face
Automated artwork and metadata extraction keeps my audiobook library visually appealing. ListenBook has become my workout companion of choice. It keeps me motivated and entertained during exercise. This app is perfect for anyone who loves audiobooks. The interface is sleek and modern, and the playback controls are super responsive. I also appreciate the cloud integration, which lets me access my books from anywhere. Great work!
Crazy Rox
Audiobook magic at my fingertips! This app's comprehensive features, from statistics tracking to enhanced audio quality, enrich my reading. 📚✨ ListenBook's sharing options make it a breeze to connect with fellow audiobook enthusiasts and share recommendations.
Wolf Tribune
ListenBook's commitment to providing top-notch audio quality has taken my audiobook experience to a new level. I've become an audiobook addict, all thanks to this amazing app. This app has added a touch of magic to my mundane moments – I'm forever grateful. Binaural audio processing is a godsend. My ears don't fatigue even during extended listening. I've found my new favorite narrator! Their voice was perfectly suited to this material, with just the right blend of authority and approachability. The production quality was broadcast-level - no distracting breaths, clicks, or inconsistent volume. Already looking for more of their work.
Fresh Peper
No more straining my eyes to read – now I can simply immerse myself in storytelling. ListenBook has rekindled my love for learning, one audio experience at a time. Organization made easy! This app's efficient management of my audiobook collection ensures I'm always engrossed in a captivating tale. 📖📱
Upper D3ckR
ListenBook's audiobook player is a true workhorse – chapters, controls, and filters are all seamlessly integrated. With features like auto-rewind, I never lose my place when I pause listening. Downloading over WiFi is super efficient. Saves a lot of time.
Hemlock
I can't believe I waited so long to start listening to audiobooks – this app has converted me! With ListenBook, I've found a convenient and enjoyable way to engage with audiobooks and educational content. With this app, I've discovered a whole new way to enjoy literature. The app's performance is unparalleled. It's like it's tailor-made for my device. The statistics tracking feature is very useful. ListenBook helps me keep track of my listening time.
Dez Bonbon
ListenBook's compatibility with CarPlay and Apple Watch, combined with its chapters, controls, and filters, make it the ultimate audiobook app! The app is very easy to use. ListenBook makes managing my audiobook library simple. An absolutely stellar production from start to finish! The narrator's command of pacing and tone was masterful, knowing exactly when to speed up for excitement or slow down for dramatic effect. The audio quality was pristine with no distracting mouth sounds or uneven volume.
Jigsaw
ListenBook has made me fall in love with my audio content all over again – it's a must-have. This app has turned my screen time into valuable learning opportunities.
Firefly Caramel
The chapters feature on ListenBook enhances my audiobook exploration – it's like flipping through pages. 🔥 Simplifying my reading routine – the app's functionality ensures I'm always one click away from literary adventures. 📚🔗 Tone adjustment is such a unique feature. It's like customizing the narrator's voice. The app is very easy to use. ListenBook makes managing my audiobook library simple. The app is so versatile. It works with all my devices.
Black Firefly
ListenBook has turned my ordinary moments into extraordinary adventures through stories. With this app, I've rediscovered the joy of literature during my daily walks – it's truly invigorating. With this app, I've discovered a new way to make my workouts and downtime more engaging and insightful. Looping playback helps me immerse myself in the content. It's my secret study weapon. The app supports background playback, which is a must for me.
Tangerine
ListenBook's compatibility with different formats ensures I never have to worry about file conversions. This app's compatibility with different formats ensures that I never miss out on a great audiobook. I love the statistics feature. It’s fun to see how much I’ve listened.
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