Book description
Narratives produce the ties that bind us. They create community, eliminate contingency and anchor us in being. And yet in our contemporary information society, where everything has become arbitrary and random, storytelling becomes storyselling and narratives lose their binding force. Whereas narratives create community, storytelling brings forth only a fleeting community - the community of consumers. No amount of storytelling could recreate the fire around which humans gather to tell each other stories. That fire has long since burnt out. It has been replaced by the digital screen, which separates people rather than bringing them together. Through storytelling, capitalism appropriates narrative: stories sell. They are no longer a medium of shared experience. The inflation of storytelling betrays a need to cope with contingency, but storytelling is unable to transform the information society back into a stable narrative community. Rather, storytelling as storyselling is a pathological phenomenon of our age. Byung-Chul Han, one of the most perceptive cultural theorists of contemporary society, dissects this crisis with exceptional insight and flair.
Shamrock
This app has turned audiobook listening into a daily ritual for me. This app is a game-changer for anyone who's always on the go – it's like carrying a library in my pocket.
Lightweight
I'm able to catch up on my reading list even during the busiest days. ListenBook's versatile player features are like having a personal audio assistant – it's that good! Has every feature I need. My top choice for audiobooks! I love the ability to share my progress with friends. It’s a fun feature. 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.
Sexy
I'm amazed at how immersive the experience is – it's like being inside the story. With this app, I've found a way to make long flights and road trips more enjoyable and enlightening. With ListenBook Pro, long audiobooks are no problem. I love it! I love the statistics feature. It’s fun to see how much I’ve listened. This audiobook spoiled me for others! The narrator's professional delivery set a high bar - perfect diction, ideal pacing, and emotional authenticity. The recording quality was equally impressive with no distracting artifacts. I finished it far too quickly because I couldn't stop listening.
Black Mustard
Thanks to ListenBook, I'm now exploring different genres and formats I never thought I would. ListenBook's support for various formats means I can explore a wide range of content without limitations. This app's sleek design and effortless controls have made audiobook listening an immersive experience. I've never experienced such silky-smooth playback even with high-quality FLAC files.
Murder Matter
ListenBook's commitment to user experience shines through its thoughtful design and seamless functionality. The ability to adjust playback speed and volume is a game-changer for me.
Hidden Tree
Listening to books in their original language has improved my foreign language skills. Audiobooks have become my go-to gift for friends – and they all love it! ListenBook is like a personal audiobook curator, allowing me to enjoy my favorite speeches and lectures with unmatched comfort and convenience. ListenBook's intuitive interface and quick controls make it a pleasure to navigate through audiobooks.
RedMouth
The app's features, like the sleep timer, make it clear that it's designed with readers in mind. I'm amazed by the app's compatibility with different audio formats. It's truly versatile. ListenBook makes organizing my audiobooks simple. The app is very user-friendly.
Twine X
Finally, an app that lets me enjoy my personal audiobooks, lectures, and speeches effortlessly. Audiobooks on the go – this app's design prioritizes convenience. is a time-saver. It's convenient for accessing my content. ListenBook’s playback is silky-smooth. The app never glitches. A reasonable choice for casual listening. The audiobook was well-produced, but the pacing felt uneven in places. I didn’t dislike it, but I also didn’t feel strongly about it one way or another.
Dropkick
This app has become my ultimate travel companion, ensuring that I'm always entertained and inspired. Effortless audiobook exploration – this app's design is a reader's dream. Chapters make it so easy to pick up where I left off. No more hunting around.
Foot-long Fry
This app has given me the joy of reading even when my hands are full. ListenBook's versatile features have made my audiobook experience more enjoyable than ever. Effortless audiobook exploration – this app's functionality is remarkable. Audiobook enjoyment has become an integral part of my routine, thanks to this app's seamless integration and user-friendly design. A must-have! 📖📱 ListenBook has become my workout companion. It keeps me engaged and entertained during exercise.
Silver Rose
The drag-and-drop download feature on ListenBook is incredibly convenient – no more complicated processes. ListenBook's loop and shuffle playback options have made audiobook revisiting and studying a breeze. Decent audiobook but I think I would have enjoyed reading it more. Some of the more subtle humor didn't quite land in the audio format.
Lunar Treat
Audiobook pleasure simplified – this app's design is a true winner. Adjusting the narrator's voice tone is a creative feature that adds a personal touch to the experience.
CuriousCrafter
This app's convenience has made my audiobook addiction thrive! 💪 Achieving double wins – workouts become invigorating with stories to fuel my motivation! 💪🎧 Looping playback is my secret weapon for language learning. It's revolutionized my approach. Chapters make navigation a breeze. I can easily pick up where I left off. This was my first audiobook in this genre and I'm hooked! The performance brought the story to life in a way reading never could. Already downloaded another by the same narrator.
StorySculptor
ListenBook has reignited my love for storytelling and learning, one audio file at a time. 🎉 Making each day a new chapter – this app keeps me hooked from morning to night! 📖🌄 Revolutionizing the way I enjoy stories – this app's seamless playback and intuitive controls make it a must-have for every book enthusiast. 📱🎧
Frosty
Thanks to ListenBook, I'm now exploring different genres and formats I never thought I would. The adjustable playback speed is a secret weapon for getting through educational content faster. I’ve been using ListenBook for months, and it’s been a fantastic experience. The app is lightweight, doesn’t drain my battery, and works perfectly in the background. The equalizer and voice boost features are amazing. Highly recommend!
Essex
I'm on a literary adventure wherever I go, all thanks to this app. Its extensive format support and effortless navigation make audiobook listening a breeze. 🌟📚 The app is so reliable. I’ve never had any issues with it.
Lincoln Rider
I've started a book club with my friends, and this app has been our go-to source for titles. Thanks to ListenBook's binaural audio processing, my extended listening sessions are fatigue-free. I'm on a literary adventure wherever I go, all thanks to this app. Its extensive format support and effortless navigation make audiobook listening a breeze. 🌟📚 The app's ability to handle various audio formats is impressive. No more file conversions! The statistics tracking feature is very useful. ListenBook helps me keep track of my listening time.
Acid Queen
I'm addicted to this app's ability to turn mundane moments into opportunities for intellectual growth. 🚶♀️📖 Walking my way through exciting narratives – this app makes exercise more fun! 🏞️🎧 Adjustable playback speed is a fantastic feature. It allows me to customize my listening experience.
RiddleRover
The app's stability is impressive – it runs smoothly without any glitches. With ListenBook, I've found a convenient and enjoyable way to engage with audiobooks and educational content. Audiobooks have become a source of inspiration and motivation, thanks to this app. Audiobooks at my fingertips – this app's functionality is a true marvel.
Voluntary
ListenBook's ability to extract artwork and metadata automatically adds a visual touch to my audiobook collection. ListenBook’s support for CarPlay is great. I can listen to audiobooks in my car easily. The app supports a wide range of formats. ListenBook is very versatile. An acceptable audiobook that met basic expectations. No complaints about quality but nothing remarkable either. Would listen to this narrator again but wouldn't seek them out.
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