Book description
Short stories have long been regarded as a potent form of writing. Concentrated and distilled yet engaging the reader at a pace that commands attention in the pages it occupies. Narrative and characters are still fully fleshed and the story is usually no longer, or shorter, than it needs to be. Handed down from the oral tradition they have been variously regarded as 'apprentice pieces' written by authors on their way to becoming better writers as well as fodder for innumerable periodicals over the decades for those who liked their reading in more succinct chunks or perhaps with a 'cliffhanger ending' to keep the interest until the next exciting instalment. Today they are regarded as works in their own right and, in the pens of the most highly skilled, to be greatly admired. In this series we take the very best of those American Short stories and present them here, year by year, for you.
RealmRanger
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Crazy Rox
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Hyper
The narrator's voices are so soothing – a perfect way to unwind after a stressful day. I've rediscovered the joy of reading through the convenience of audiobooks. Great for both casual listening and studying. The audio filters are a nice touch. Not bad, but not amazing either. The narrator’s voice was pleasant, though some parts felt a bit rushed. The story had its moments, but I wouldn’t necessarily recommend it over similar titles in the genre.
WanderWord
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Fire Feline
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Trixie Doodle
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Shay
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Lady Q
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Mental Prophet
I'm impressed by ListenBook's commitment to providing a silky-smooth playback experience. I love how this app makes even the most mundane tasks exciting with audio stories. Changing the tone of the sound on ListenBook Pro adds a personal touch to my experience. With features like auto-rewind, I never lose my place when I pause listening. The app's compatibility with CarPlay has made my road trips so much more enjoyable.
DreamWeaver
I love how this app makes even the most mundane tasks exciting with audio stories. With this app, I've discovered a new way to make my workouts and downtime more engaging and insightful.
Chapstick
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VenusLion
The narrator's voices are so soothing – a perfect way to unwind after a stressful day. With ListenBook, I've found a convenient and enjoyable way to engage with audiobooks and educational content. This app has brought storytelling into every corner of my life – it's incredible. 💡 Enriching my daily routines with wisdom and wonder – thank you, this app! 📱📖 The interface is beautiful and functional. ListenBook is my go-to app for audiobooks.
Chlorine
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RealmRanger
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SpellTansy
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LuminaLore
Audiobook multitasking made easy – this app's functionality is top-notch. Looping playback has taken my language learning to new heights. Highly recommended!
Light Lion
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Valley Guardian
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Emerald Vine
With ListenBook, I can immerse myself in captivating stories and enriching knowledge, all in one convenient app. With this app, I'm rediscovering the joy of reading in the most convenient way.
Sun Lemon
I can't believe I waited so long to start listening to audiobooks – this app has converted me! ListenBook's support for CarPlay and Apple Watch integration ensures that I can enjoy my audiobooks wherever I go. With this app, I've found a way to make my daily errands more enjoyable and intellectually stimulating.
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